Best Ryan Timpte Podcasts (2025)

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Area of Effect | 30: Celebrating Neurodivergent Players (feat. Kim from Furhaven) 35:28

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Allison and Kim, two neurodivergent moms, chat about playing TTRPGs with kids and share advice for supporting and celebrating neurodivergent players at the table! Find our more about Furhaven at fatesend.net or get your copy of Furhaven Adventures on the Kickstarter page. Welcome to Area of Effect, a podcast from the creators of The Kids Table, whe…

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A Brother Returns | S2E19: Kids Playing Dungeons & Dragons 22:26

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Our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes are finally rejoined by their old friend Vee, but they're dangerously low on health and surrounded by enemies. Can the party turn the tide to defeat the agents of the god of power? About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Playing TTRPGs levels up kids' critical thinking, creativity, communication, colla…

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Area of Effect | 29: Creating Memorable NPCs (feat. Kurt of Sidekicks & Sidequests) 34:51

18d ago34:51

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Allison and Kurt talk about how non-player characters in role playing games often fall flat and give tips for bringing NPCs to life with depth and humor that'll have your players feeling all the feels. Get NPC ideas from @sidekqpodcast with the link or on your favorite podcast app! Peep the character art for Hippopotamus the Flumph Wizard: Sombrisa…

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A Friend Reappears | S2E18: Kids Playing Dungeons & Dragons 20:59

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Our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes are left reeling after discovering that Arugon has apparently been working with an agent of the god of power! Have they truly been betrayed by the one they once called friend? About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Playing TTRPGs levels up kids' critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaborat…

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Area of Effect | 28: Keep it Simple, Smarties! (feat. Jon of One Shot in the Dark) 20:42

1M ago20:42

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Allison and Jon talk about his rules-lite fantasy RPG for 1 to 4 players "One Shot in the Dark", the nostalgia of playing Old School Revival-style games, and why it's important to create space for the imagination. "One Shot in the Dark" is a great game for adults, kids, or mixed-age groups and is suitable for both beginner and veteran players! Grab…

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The Kids Table Presents: Master of Fables | Family D&D 47:51

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In this family-friendly TTRPG, the Invisible Queen has called upon the bravest heroes in the land to stop the rats below the castle from eating through the foundations! Can our would-be heroes discover the cause of this strange rock-eating habit and resolve the conflict peacefully before the castle collapses into dust? The Kids Table Presents is ou…

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Area of Effect | 27: Creating Land of Eem (feat. Ben Costa & James Parks) 29:48

2M ago29:48

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Land of Eem is a whimsical roleplaying game of exploration, discovery, and creativity that's best described as "The Muppets meets Lord of the Rings". Receiving 3 Ennie 2025 awards for Best Family Game, Best Monster, AND Best Production Value, it's an absolute slam dunk of a family game. In this episode, Allison chats with Land of Eem creators Ben C…

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Secrets Don't Make Friends | S2E17: The Kids Table D&D Actual Play 21:59

2M ago21:59

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In this episode of our kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons adventure, our heroes have finally gained access to the inner vault! As they seek answers, they discover one member of the party has secrets yet to be uncovered... To find StoryGuider: Coloring Book Adventures for Kids Ages 2-7, visit Backerkit or TTRPGKids.itch.io! About us: When kids are at th…

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Area of Effect | 26: Failing Forward 34:45

2M ago34:45

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What happens when the DM rolls too well, and panics as they realize they may have just gone overboard, upsetting the story and the players? Allison & Ryan discuss how they handle this situation when DMing for kids. To find StoryGuider: Coloring Book Adventures for Kids Ages 2-7, visit Backerkit or TTRPGKids.itch.io! Welcome to Area of Effect, a pod…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E16: It Has an Off Switch? 24:43

2M ago24:43

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With three of our heroes nearly down for the count facing a virtually invincible robot, there is little hope left for our kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons party! Hey, what's up with these futuristic tech terminals? To find StoryGuider: Coloring Book Adventures for Kids Ages 2-7, visit Backerkit or TTRPGKids.itch.io! About us: When kids are at the tab…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E15: Battle with a Bot 26:18

3M ago26:18

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Our kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons adventure has led our heroes to a secret room within a forbidden library, but the room was already occupied...by a giant, angry robot! Will the Library Guardian put an end to our heroes' search for missing followers of Ismiene, or might they uncover an even bigger secret along the way? 0:00 When Last We Saw Our He…

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Area of Effect | 25: Puzzles for Your D&D Table (feat. Emberglow Gaming) 34:30

3M ago34:30

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Different D&D players are smart in different ways, so why not incorporate puzzles (challenges) to keep all players' brains engaged and give each individual their time to shine? In this episode, Allison and Ryan chat with Trevor of Emberglow Gaming about Multiple Intelligences Theory and how to use puzzles of all kinds to enhance your game. See belo…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E14: Cracking the Codex 23:05

3M ago23:05

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Our kid D&D heroes have finally accessed the library! But, now what? Both the codex and the mystery of Ismiene's followers' disappearance remain unsolved. Will our team act with the wisdom necessary to puzzle out a return for the followers of Ismiene and even the silenced gods themselves? With a whole lot at stake, it's time for our heroes to shine…

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Area of Effect | 24: DMing on the Fly 36:42

3M ago36:42

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It's a DM's worst nightmare: your D&D players have made an unexpected choice, obliterating your plans, and you now have to DM on the fly. Those who DM for kids can find themselves in this position more often than DMs with adults, because kids can be wonderfully and chaotically creative players! How can you encourage your players to follow the narra…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E13: A Priest, A Thief, and A Buff Guy 21:43

4M ago21:43

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What happens when a priest, a thief, and a buff guy visit a forbidden library? On this explosive episode of our kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons campaign, our heroes finally have a plan for breaking into the Library of Ismiene! But will they be able to pull it off? The dice might just have a different tale to tell... 0:00 When Last We Saw Our Heroes …

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Area of Effect | 23: Why Planning Matters for Kids' D&D 25:42

4M ago25:42

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Planning sessions, we love to hate them. But, in kids' DnD, do they actually have a distinct purpose? In this episode, Ryan & Allison chat about how planning sessions help kids develop important life skills such as executive function, verbal processing, and teamwork - and, what important role adults at the table fill to help. Welcome to Area of Eff…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E12: An Explosive Plan 18:59

4M ago18:59

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In this episode of kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons, our heroes...need a plan. Having rejected the Red King's offer to provide entry to the Library of Ismiene in exchange for deposing his two cousins, there's simply no way forward! Or is there? 0:00 When Last We Saw Our Heroes 0:42 Episode 12: An Explosive Plan 17:12 Next Time on The Kids Table 17:41…

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Area of Effect | 22: Exploring Morality in Kids' D&D 30:13

4M ago30:13

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D&D puts players in control of a collaborative story, but can kids handle the necessary moral choices? On this episode, Allison & Ryan chat about a moral dilemma presented to our kid heroes in Season 2 of our show, why this was an age-appropriate theme, and how you can determine which topics to introduce to the kids at your own table. Welcome to Ar…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E11: Monarchial Mess 18:16

5M ago18:16

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Our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes are in a tough spot, as the Red King has made them an offer: gain access to the secret Library in exchange for deposing his cousins the two queens. Will they help the king become the sole monarch of Trivestia, or will they find another way to handle this moral dilemma? 0:00 When Last We Saw Our Heroes 0:42 Episode …

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E10: The Red King's Request 19:26

5M ago19:26

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In this episode of our kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons story, the heroes finally gain access to the Red King! Surely, he'll be helpful and give them access to the Library of Ismiene, right? 0:00 Join Our Quest! www.patreon.com/TheKidsTableDnD 0:26 When Last We Saw Our Heroes 1:07 Episode 10: The Red King's Request 18:03 Next Time on The Kids Table A…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E09: Inn Trouble 23:26

6M ago23:26

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Oh no! Our Dungeons & Dragons kid heroes have fallen into some pretty hot water after defeating unknown assailants at the inn of Café Carpathia. Can they defend themselves against potential arrest and win over Father Winston of the Temple of Creativity? Only time, and some critical rolls, will tell! 0:00 Join Our Quest! www.patreon.com/TheKidsTable…

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Area of Effect | 21: Boosting Confidence with D&D (feat. @gamemastermom & @thedrawingbard) 26:01

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D&D is fun, but can it help improve player confidence? We recently shared clip on social media (on 5/2/25) showing a stark contrast between how kid player Khloe handled the pressure of mid-battle decision-making back in Season 1 compared to Season 2. On this episode, Allison, Nicole @gamemastermom, and Daniel @thedrawing bard chat about how they've…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E08: A Close Call 21:08

6M ago21:08

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Catch our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes mid-battle! The younger heroes, with the help of some lucky rolls, have successfully held off their attackers until the older party members could arrive with some much-needed assistance. Reunited, will our heroes make it out unscathed? 0:00 Join Our Quest! www.patreon.com/TheKidsTableDnD 1:28 When Last We Saw…

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Area of Effect | 20: Is It Okay for Kids to Be Scared When Playing D&D? 32:26

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In a recent episode of our original kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons show (S2E06 "An Ominous Warning"), the party wakes in the night to a surprise attack! Caught at a disadvantage, our heroes are in dire straights, and the kids start to get scared. Ryan and Allison discuss when and how it's appropriate to include scary elements into your D&D game wit…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E07: The One with All the Nat 20's 22:24

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Jump into another exciting, kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons adventure with - oops - almost all nat 20's! With our adventurers split up and half of our heroes under isolated attack, things are looking dire at the inn above Café Carpathia! Will luck be on our side as Sophia and Arugon rush to help? Who are these attackers, anyway, and why are they tar…

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Area of Effect | 19: The "Yes, Or" Method in D&D 22:22

7M ago22:22

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In the latest episode our original kid-focused Dungeons & Dragons show (S2E06 "An Ominous Warning"), mom Raenelle steps in to negotiate between new teen player Dillon and the rest of the group, thereby both modeling and including our kid players through the art of negotiation. We call the method she employs, "Yes, or", as opposed to the popular imp…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E06: An Ominous Warning 19:35

7M ago19:35

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What surprises await our kid Dungeons & Dragons players in this episode? Serena's mom Sophia sneaks out at night on a solo mission to seek answers about the disappearance of the gods, but something seems off about the new cleric she encounters. Meanwhile, our two youngest heroes' peaceful sleep is interrupted by something or someone unexpected... A…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E05: A Tale of Three Cities 24:29

7M ago24:29

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What surprises await our kid Dungeons & Dragons players in this episode? Serena's mom Sophia sneaks out at night on a solo mission to seek answers about the disappearance of the gods, but something seems off about the new cleric she encounters. Meanwhile, our two youngest heroes' peaceful sleep is interrupted by something or someone unexpected... 0…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E04: Suspicion & Trust 23:45

8M ago23:45

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In this episode of family-friendly Dungeons & Dragons actual play, our heroes travel to Trivestia with their newest member, Arugon. When Sophia and Serena cast suspicion on Arugon's true motives, the group discusses the issue of trust within this fragile alliance. At Trivestia, tensions rise when the group disagrees on an important decision. Will A…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E03: A Questionable Alliance 19:17

8M ago19:17

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As our Dungeons & Dragons adventure for kids continues, the creepy crawlies just keep creeping! Will our brave heroes be able to put down this many-legged threat once and for all? How will they deal with the mysterious stranger in the woods? Find out on this episode of The Kids Table Season 2. 0:00 Shoutout: Heroes Wanted Kids (Online D&D) 0:32 Whe…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E02: A Living Nightmare 17:32

9M ago17:32

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The Dungeons & Dragons kid heroes are back! Our adventurers have set out on their quest to discover why magic has gone wonky. When they stumble upon two strangers being attacked by giant purple spiders , they jump into action! Find out what happens on this episode of The Kids Table Season 2. About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Play…

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The Kids Table DnD Presents: One-Shot Wonders | Havoc & Hijinks 36:02

9M ago36:02

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In this family & friends game of Dungeons & Dragons, our heroes are on a well-deserved & peaceful vacation when they suddenly find themselves on an urgent mission to save six unruly goats! Through havoc & hijinks, can they return these chaotic creatures to the goatherd by sundown? Find out in this family-friendly D&D one-shot. Bring the fun home to…

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The Kids Table DnD | S2E01: A Mystery Afoot 18:30

10M ago18:30

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It's the start of a fresh, new season playing Dungeons & Dragons with kids! Catch up on what our heroes have been up to since the Battle of the Three Dragons and discover what mysteries remain unsolved. Will our brave young adventurers be called to action once again? Find out on this first episode of The Kids Table Season 2! 0:00 Welcome to The Kid…

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The Kids Table Presents: DnD Adventure Club | Episode 6: A Glimmer of Hope in the Depths of Despair 23:46

11M ago23:46

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Our brave adventurers face off against the mastermind behind it all - The Lord of Despair - in this thrilling FINALE episode of The Kids Table Presents DnD Adventure Club! Will our heroes defeat this terrifying threat or will they be lost to the Pits of Peril forever? Watch now to find out. Welcome to The Kids Table Presents, our way of showcasing …

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Area of Effect | 18: Empowering Kids to Get Behind the Dungeon Master Screen (feat. @RedWyrm) 34:46

11M ago34:46

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Allison & Red Wyrm discuss how to transition kids into the D&D Dungeon Master seat on this episode of Area of Effect. Red Wyrm and his son "The Wyrmling" started playing D&D when The Wyrmling was just 2 years old, and he started DMing at the ripe age of 4! Red Wyrm now publishes DMing tips & plot hooks by The Wyrmling on Instagram and Blue Sky and …

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The Kids Table Presents: DnD Adventure Club | Episode 5: Skeleton Battle at Skull Castle 21:51

11M ago21:51

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Join our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes as they continue to investigate mysterious goings-on in the Pits of Peril, they are faced with a seemingly insurmountable wall, a skull castle, and a horde of intimidating skeletons. Will they overcome these daunting challenges, or be forced to turn back? Watch and find out! Welcome to The Kids Table Presents,…

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Area of Effect | 17: How to Dungeon Master Parenting (feat. Shelly Mazzanoble) 28:26

11M ago28:26

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Allison chats with Shelly Mazzanoble, author and podcast host, as she discusses her new book and shares a humorous take on parenting from a Dungeons & Dragons perspective. Learn "How to Dungeon Master Parenting" and level up your parenting skills in this entertaining episode of Area of Effect! Find Shelly's writing projects at https://shellymazzano…

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The Kids Table Presents: DnD Adventure Club | Episode 4: A Dangerous Discovery 17:36

12M ago17:36

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Join The Kids Table in this mysterious Dungeons & Dragons adventure! Watch our brave young adventurers investigate King Ofal's underground cavern, search for survivors, and encounter a dangerous artifact. Welcome to The Kids Table Presents, our unique kid-focused way of showcasing some of the fantastic content out there written by our partners and …

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Area of Effect | 16: The Secret to Starting Family D&D (feat. @FamilyFantasyRPG) 26:11

12M ago26:11

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Allison chats with Colin of Family Fantasy RPG about the difficulties parents face in playing D&D with kids. These road bumps led him to create his own wildly popular kids' TTRPGs: Fairies of the Mistglade and Dino Riderz, available on DriveThruRPG.com! Welcome to Area of Effect, a podcast from the creators of The Kids Table, where we discuss how t…

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The Kids Table Presents: DnD Adventure Club | Episode 3: Skeleton Shenanigans 15:51

12M ago15:51

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Our heroes awake to the smell of delicious curly fries in the Pits of Peril gift shop following an epic battle between troglodyte & skeleton forces. As they venture back into the Pits of Peril to investigate why the skeletons invaded the trogs' home in the first place and who or what sent them, tensions arise in the group. Welcome to The Kids Table…

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Area of Effect | 15: Should Students Play D&D At School? (feat. Lucas Maxwell) 27:11

1y ago27:11

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What if our schools could be places that helped kids not only learn how to read, write, and become good citizens, but also how to work together in community? In this week's episode, Allison interviews Lucas Maxwell, librarian and author in London about his experience of bringing D&D and TTRPGs into his school's library--and how kids have been flour…

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The Kids Table Presents: DnD Adventure Club | Episode 2: Friend or Foe 26:31

1y ago26:31

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As our adventurers delve deeper into the Pits of Peril, they encounter wildlife--and a battle already in progress! Will they choose the winning side or strike out on their own? Welcome to The Kids Table Presents, our way of showcasing in our our unique, kid-focused way some of the fantastic content out there written by our partners and friends! Our…

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Area of Effect | 14: How D&D Changes as You Grow Up (feat. D&D & Daughters) 34:40

1y ago34:40

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Imagine playing Dungeons & Dragons as an elementary schooler, then a middle schooler, then a high schooler. Imagine how different the experience would be at each stage, and imagine how the game would change along with you. For the girls of Dungeons & Dragons & Daughters, they don't have to imagine it--they've lived it! In this episode, Allison spea…

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The Kids Table Presents: DnD Adventure Club | Episode 1: Into the Pits of Peril 15:55

1y ago15:55

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A new band of adventurers answers a call for help, delving deep into an amusement park called The Pits of Peril in search of a lost goblin. But will they find who they're looking for in time, or will the peril in these pits crush them before they've even begun? Welcome to The Kids Table Presents, our way of showcasing in our our unique, kid-focused…

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Area of Effect | 13: How D&D Is Leveling Up Therapy (feat. Ready for Anything Counseling) 23:59

1y ago23:59

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Strengthening your mental wellness can be hard, so why not make it fun with D&D? In this episode, our guest Rachel Gilmore of Ready for Anything Counseling chats with Allison about her work as a licensed therapist who incorporates Dungeons & Dragons into her therapy work with college students & other adults. The mental health benefits of D&D--both …

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Area of Effect | 12: The Kids Table Season 1 Cast Interview (feat. Season 1 cast) 29:13

1y ago29:13

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The first season of The Kids Table is complete! Filmed back in 2022, this amateur actual-play campaign premiered in short episode form in December 2023, publishing kid-friendly episodes every other week until the finale this month--and we've been overwhelmed by the support from the community. In this special episode of Area of Effect, the cast answ…

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The Kids Table DnD | S1E23: The Battle of Three Dragons, Part 3 15:40

1y ago15:40

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On the exciting season finale of The Kids Table, our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes battle for their lives and the fate of Crane's Rest against Ballianto, Agent of the God of Power! Will they fall? Or will they discover in time the secret of transformation? About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Playing TTRPGs with kids helps develop c…

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Area of Effect | 11: Growing as Kids and Parents through TTRPGs (feat. Raenelle) 22:17

1y ago22:17

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What is it like to watch your kids grow up while they're playing D&D? And how does the game morph along with them? In this episode, Ryan and Allison are joined by Raenelle, veteran educator who plays "Sophia" on The Kids Table alongside her real-life daughter, to talk about the long-term joys and challenges of being a parent at the table. Welcome t…

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The Kids Table DnD | S1E22: The Battle of Three Dragons, Part 2 16:22

1y ago16:22

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Follow along for another exciting piece of our kid Dungeons & Dragons heroes' story! In this episode, Ballianto's played his trump card: the great green dragon! As the final battle for Crane's Rest continues, can our heroes find a way to neutralize this threat? Or will one of their own turn on them at the last second? About us: When kids are at the…

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Area of Effect | 10: Playing One-on-One TTRPGs with Kids (feat. @Dadventurous) 20:18

1y ago20:18

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When it comes to collaborative storytelling, it doesn't matter how many people are around the table--it can be a whole friend group, or it can be just you and your kid. In this episode, Allison and Ryan interview The Dad and The Daughter from the actual-play podcast Dadventerous (@dadventurous) about what it's like to play one-on-one and how it enh…