Best Tabletop Gold Podcasts (2025)

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215 - "A Not Insignificant Amount of Stardust" - The Roots of Ruin 1:14:41

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1d ago1:14:41

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A crystal globe nestled deep within a dark temple contains a treasure that the heroes have trouble turning away from. *** Support us on Patreon! Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. Tabletop Gold is Lars Casteen, David Ch…

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Game Theory - The Golden Sentinels - Adeptus Custodes and Elite Performance 5:52

7h ago5:52

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Game Theory - Monday, October 6, 2025 Today we explore the Adeptus Custodes - the Emperor's Golden Sentinels and the most elite warriors in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. These aren't just super-soldiers. They're individually crafted masterpieces, each one worth ten Space Marines in combat, standing guard for ten thousand years with unwavering comm…

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OpenAI Scrambles for Computing Power - DTNS 5119 21:53

10h ago21:53

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OpenAI’s new hardware and apps will need data centers, and OpenAI is signing the deals. Plus Tim Cook’s successor. Starring Tom Merritt and Rob Dunewood. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Market Pulse - Energy Bifurcation, Multifamily Recovery & Private Credit Boom 5:46

1d ago5:46

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Market Pulse - Monday, October 6, 2025 Your essential morning briefing on US private markets covering energy, commercial real estate, and private credit. Energy Sector Highlights: Data centers driving 44 GW of additional electricity demand by 2030 Natural gas: $3.70/MMBtu Q4 2025, climbing to $4.30 in 2026 5.6 GW of energy storage capacity added in…

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Crash-proof Drone Inspired by Woodpecker - DTNS Weekend 13:33

2d ago13:33

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Dr. Niki explains why this drone’s crash resistance should not have worked. Woodpeckers don’t work that way. But it did! Featuring Tom Merritt and Dr Niki. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming is imminent - DTNS 5118 32:42

3d ago32:42

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An ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming is in testing with Microsoft employees, and Oisín Lennon, founder of Danu Sports in Ireland talks about his company’s sensor-filled socks. Starring Jason Howell, Jenn Cutter, and Oisín Lennon. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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OpenAI’s Social Sora Gamble - DTNS 5117 30:24

4d ago30:24

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Plus Andy Beach makes the connection between YouTube’s creator and AI strategies. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Andy Beach. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Terror at Camp Roanoke E1 - 2025 Monster of the Week One-Shot 1:07:53

5d ago1:07:53

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Our players, along with the other short-term employees of Camp Roanoke, step off the bus and head out to begin work setting up the camp for the upcoming summer season. As they put the finishing touches together, they decide to celebrate with some classic spooky stories around the campfire. Little do they know that a strange magic is at work and the…

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Terror at Camp Roanoke E0 - 2025 Monster of the Week One-Shot 26:03

5d ago26:03

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As spring comes to an end, a construction worker rushes to put the final touches on his work when he discovers something strange amidst the tailings of his dozer - a carved stick, possibly a form of ancient totem from the days of the early settlers, or even older. The announcement of his extraordinary discovery would be the last thing anyone hears …

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Gold-plated Cat Vomit - DTNS 5116 36:37

5d ago36:37

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And Google unleashes Gemini into the home. Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, and Dr Niki. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Amazon’s Avalanche of New Hardware Announcements - DTNS 5115 35:48

6d ago35:48

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Daniel Ek is out as CEO of Spotify but he isn’t going far, and Eóin Tuohy from Sports Impact Technologies talks about his wearable that quantifies head impacts in field sports. Starring Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, and Eóin Tuohy. Links to storied discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…

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This is why EA is going private - DTNS 5114 28:56

7d ago28:56

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We reveal what we think the long-term strategy is for EA, plus OpenAI parental controls, and Tile trackers have a tracking problem. Starring Tom Merritt and Robb Dunewood. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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214 - "Sick as in Ill as in Dope" - The Roots of Ruin 1:22:44

8d ago1:22:44

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The heroes uncover some reality-shaking implications of their current quest. *** Support us on Patreon! Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. Tabletop Gold is Lars Casteen, David Chernicoff, Zoe Chernicoff, R. Matt Humphre…

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The Truth About Tylenol - DTNS Weekend Edition 16:15

8d ago16:15

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Dr. Gerry Tolbert tells us what the government actually said in its guidelines for Tylenol and what he tells his patients. Featuring Tom Merritt and Dr. Gerry Tolbert. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TikTok, Apple and Google Antitrust - DTNS September in Review 21:42

9d ago21:42

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Tom Merritt and Jenn Cutter look back on the biggest tech stories of September. Starring Tom Merritt and Jenn Cutter. Links to stories covered in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Xbox Handhelds are Here, But Should You Pay? - DTNS 5113 35:55

10d ago35:55

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And of course, we talk about what we do and do not know about the US TikTok deal. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Dr Niki. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Everyone Is Selling Their Recorded Phone Calls - DTNS 5112 31:10

11d ago31:10

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Why an app that pays you for call recordings is the most popular app right now. And we dig into why Penske Media’s lawsuit against Google is more significant than previous copyright lawsuits against AI companies. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Andy Beach. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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Business Wizards One-Shot (Feat. Sketchy Rolls & Campaign Casters) 2:43:39

12d ago2:43:39

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Join Session Zero Heroes for an extra special one-shot featuring members of the Sketchy Rolls cast and Haven from Campaign Casters as we delve into 9th Level Games' Business Wizards TTRPG! The Business Wizards TTRPG (Designed by: Nat Mesnard & Pat Watson and Illustrated by: James Stowe) uses the Polymorph System and creates a pun-tastic tabletop ro…

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Android is coming for Windows and Mac Now - DTNS 5111 27:14

13d ago27:14

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Google has plans for full desktop PCs based on Android and running on Qualcomm. And Major League Baseball will use robot umpires next year. Starring Tom Merritt and Sarah Lane. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Google Play Gets a Gemini Sidekick for Gaming - DTNS 5110 29:55

13d ago29:55

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Nvidia is set to invest $100 billion in OpenAI as it works toward a gigawatt of new infrastructure per week, and GitHub is rolling out new security controls for NPM. Starring Jason Howell and Tom Merritt. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Major Details Emerge in the US TikTok Deal - DTNS 5109 25:43

14d ago25:43

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Oracle names major changes at the top of its C-Suite, including new co-CEOs, and the Apple iPhone Air is pretty darn repairable, according to iFixit. Starring Jason Howell and Robb Dunewood. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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213 - "Beers & Tears" - The Roots of Ruin 1:23:04

15d ago1:23:04

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The heroes discover that an impossibly ancient temple may be hiding even more than they bargained for. *** Support us on Patreon! Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. Tabletop Gold is Lars Casteen, David Chernicoff, Zoe C…

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Gemini Agents Are Coming to Chrome - DTNS 5108 28:08

17d ago28:08

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Meta says its demo fails from Meta Connect 2025 were not product related, and Samsung's smart fridges will soon show ads whether you like it or not! Starring Jason Howell and Jenn Cutter. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Meta’s Smart Glasses Get a Display - DTNS 5107 33:32

18d ago33:32

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But are they pretty? And Nvidia begins to save Intel, while Hollywood reignites the Quibi flame. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Andy Beach. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Running a Successful TTRPG Kickstarter with HomieAndTheDude 1:35:36

19d ago1:35:36

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Join us as we sit down with Tom and Bodhi from the Homie & The Dude Podcast as we discuss their incredible success streak with their previous TTRPG Kickstarter campaigns: Sky Vephyrs and The Wandering Tavern , and now their latest campaign: Scorched Basin - A Mad Max/Dune-inspired System Agnostic TTRPG setting. Together, they discuss the strategies…

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Why the iPhone 17 is better than the iPhone 17 Pro - DTNS 5106 26:09

19d ago26:09

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Plus more US-China TikTok drama unfolds, while China bashes Nvidia. Starring Tom Merritt and Sarah Lane. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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YouTube leans into genAI with new tools for creators - DTNS 5105 37:48

20d ago37:48

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Meta leaked its monocular smartglasses ahead of Meta Connect 2025, and Dr. Niki talks all about Robot Antelopes. Starring Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, and Dr. Niki. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Straight Scoop on TikTok in the US - DTNS 5104 28:24

21d ago28:24

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We explain what’s really happening with TikTok in the US, and make a pretty good guess about what products OpenAI is working on. Starring Tom Merritt and Robb Dunewood. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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212 - "The Roots of Ruin 2: The Hunt for Red Otari" - The Roots of Ruin 1:20:29

22d ago1:20:29

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The heroes begin the initiation process for an unbelievably ancient club. *** Support us on Patreon! Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. Tabletop Gold is Lars Casteen, David Chernicoff, Zoe Chernicoff, R. Matt Humphreys,…

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Why C-Span’s YouTube Deal Is a Precedent - DTNS Weekend 21:45

24d ago21:45

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We talk to Peter Kiley, Senior Vice President, Chief Revenue and Product Officer, C-SPAN, about the deal with YouTube TV and Hulu+Live TV. It’s not just about carriage, it’s about a new model for streaming TV. Featuring Tom Merritt and Peter Kiley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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OpenAI Announces New Structure Along With Microsoft - DTNS 5103 32:10

24d ago32:10

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Mastodon is getting quote posts after listening to user feedback requests, and Sony's new midrange Xperia 10 VII is taking a page out of the Google Pixel design book with a pill-shaped camera bar. Starring Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, and Tom Merritt. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Criminals of Isla Numus - Episode 25 - Attack of the Mitosisaurus 1:12:37

25d ago1:12:37

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While Lil Sauce is off following leads on the destruction of the secret police organization known as Blankspace, the rest of the gang investigates a commotion at the Bloodball stadium, only to discover that one of the three monsters that escaped the Coliseum is causing utter destruction and chaos on the field! Will the team be able to stop it? Or w…

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Is OpenAI a Modern Yahoo? - DTNS 5102 35:40

25d ago35:40

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We wonder if a Google is lurking to take on OpenAI’s Yahoo. Plus, Andy Beach describes Pocket FM’s attempt to customize novels for everyone based on who and where they are. Starring Tom Merritt, Huyen Tue Dao, and Andy Beach. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Your Horse Needs a Fitness Tracker - DTNS 5101 34:36

26d ago34:36

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And of course, there’s more follow-up to the big iPhone announcements. Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, and Dr Niki. Links to stories featured in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Apple introduces the ultra-slim iPhone Air - DTNS 5100 25:11

27d ago25:11

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A complete rundown of all hardware announced by Apple at its “awe dropping” event, and Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to the car. Starring Jason Howell and Tom Merritt. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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YouTube’s Free NFL Game Gains Inches - DTNS 5099 28:31

29d ago28:31

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Millions watched a free NFL game, but should it have been millions more? Plus, riots over social media in Nepal, and the important things to know about Apple’s Tuesday announcement. Starring Tom Merritt and Robb Dunewood. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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211 - "Take That, Librarians" - The Roots of Ruin 1:25:15

29d ago1:25:15

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Once more deep underground below the ruins of gauntlight, the heroes take the first steps into their final challenge. *** Support us on Patreon! Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. Tabletop Gold is Lars Casteen, David Ch…

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Lenovo releases the laptop Kraken at IFA - DTNS 5098 31:16

1M ago31:16

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Threads is about to get a 10,000 character limit (sort of), and OnePlus and Hasselblad end their nearly five year camera romance once and for all. Starring Jason Howell and Huyen Tue Dao. Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cuddly Robots and autonomous edge trimmers from IFA - DTNS 5097 33:58

1M ago33:58

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We cover the most interesting product announcement from IFA in Berlin, plus Andy Beach explains why the NBA is investing in AI startups. Starring Tom Merritt, Huyen Tue Dao, and Andy Beach. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why Google Won’t Lose Chrome, and It Doesn’t Matter - DTNS 5096 33:58

1M ago33:58

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We break down the Google decision and Bodie Grimm explains LMR batteries to us. Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, and Bodie Grimm. Links to stories discussed in this episode can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What to expect with Dolby Vision 2 - DTNS 5095 36:28

1M ago36:28

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YouTube Premium begins its big crackdown on Family Plan sharing, and Dr. Niki has an update on US science funding. Starring Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, and Dr. Niki. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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210 - "Nina Totenpass" - The Roots of Ruin 1:34:44

1M ago1:34:44

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At the top of the wizard's tower, the revelations about the distant past pile ever higher. *** Support us on Patreon! Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. Tabletop Gold is Lars Casteen, David Chernicoff, Zoe Chernicoff, R…

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Union Yes for Game Developers - DTNS 5094 31:03

1M ago31:03

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We ask a developer why unions are important for them, and why US restrictions are improving China’s chip development. Starring Tom Merritt, and Huyen Tue Dao. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A Why?: Why Everyone Hates Microsoft Copilot - DTNSB 5093 30:21

1M ago30:21

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It’s coming to Samsung TVs and y’all are MAD. Plus Andy Beach explains why Meta bought a startup because it’s emotional. Starring Tom Merritt, Huyen Tue Dao, and Andy Beach. Show notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.