Best Head Librarian Podcasts (2025)

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Robbie Griggs and Dan Doriani, Theologians and Authors 52:05

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3h ago52:05

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Christians throughout history have wrestled with the questions around virtue - what is it? How is Christ's virtue ethics different from the ethics of other philosophers? In this episode, Clay Smith interviews Dan and Robbie Griggs about their work on the book "The Death of the Seven Deadly Sins." Tune in to hear what the Bible and its ancient comme…

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BG.012 - NBA Draft Game 15:30

4d ago15:30

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This entry explores the potential of a board game inspired by a draft similar to the NBA draft.By Head Librarian

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# 297. 2-Headed Shark Attack. 47:20

4d ago47:20

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This week we watched 2-Headed Shark Attack. We talked about hitting a shark with a boat, giant wave, the plan to kill it, and we don’t know where this thing came from!

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AH.037 - TDC Mid-Campaign Time Warp 44:37

6d ago44:37

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This entry recaps the multiplayer "Arkham Horror: The Card Game" campaigns the Head Librarian has participated in recently.By Head Librarian

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LP.087 - Joe VS RttFA 1-2 (AH) 1:25:25

9d ago1:25:25

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This entry is a solo play of the first two scenarios of the "Return to the Forgotten Age" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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AH.036 - Leo and Joe Deckbuild 56:30

10d ago56:30

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This entry is a deck build for Leo and then Joe for a solo RttFA campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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BG.011 - Leviathan Wilds: Deepvale 1:06:51

11d ago1:06:51

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This entry concerns the "Deepvale" expansion for the board game "Leviathan Wilds" by Moon Crab Games, as well as a solo playthrough of Ravenger.By Head Librarian

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AH.035 - Ranking AHLCG Campaigns 50:26

12d ago50:26

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This entry celebrates one year of this podcast and re-ranks the official campaigns for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." The original rankings from last year may be found in AH.001. Thanks for one year of listening!By Head Librarian

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#296 The Invisible Raptor 1:12:42

12d ago1:12:42

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This week we watched The Invisible Raptor. We talked about Chance the Raptor, Dusty Peters, pooping on command, and that old lady really gets it!

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Gary Palmer, U.S. Representative 46:06

14d ago46:06

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"If you can help people become more prosperous, they can become more peaceful." On this episode of the podcast, Dan is joined by Congressman Gary Palmer (R-AL) to talk about his journey from engineering into politics, the rationale behind policy decisions, and Gary's involvement in recent significant world events.…

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#295 Ghost Shark 57:36

19d ago57:36

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This week we watched Ghost Shark. We talked about these fishing “supplies”to start the movie, pool shark, rain shark, and that water cooler scene!

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#294 The Yorkie Werewolf 53:50

28d ago53:50

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This week we watched The Yorkie Werewolf. We talked about the farts, vampower, the costume, and whatever this Yorkie werewolf voice is!

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LP.086 - Rena VS Billy (Final Girl) 55:20

28d ago55:20

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This is an audio 'Let's Play' of the new "Final Girl" set, "Bad Times At Buddyland." For more information on "Final Girl," please see entry BG.005.By Head Librarian

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Christine Gordon and Trent Casto, Authors 52:49

28d ago52:49

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The "Seven Deadly Sins" are struggles that Christian tradition has recognized as persistent in the human heart. Earlier this year, Dan edited and contributed to "The Death of the Deadly Sins," a book on how we can tackle the root of these sins with virtue. Two contributors to the book, Christine Gordon and Trent Casto, to talk about the chapters th…

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NR.005 - Shaper Deck Build 37:08

29d ago37:08

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This entry is a deck build for "Netrunner," specifically a Shaper deck, my first in years: https://netrunnerdb.com/en/deck/view/8ce37488-d457-4abb-b44d-b73a1a74af64 What is Netrunner? https://nullsignal.games/about/netrunner/ Where do I start? https://nullsignal.games/products/system-gateway/ Netrunner Discord Invite? Discord.gg/GLC…

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NR.004 - Jinteki Deck Build 43:42

1M ago43:42

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This entry is a deck build for "Netrunner," specifically a Jinteki deck, my first in years: https://netrunnerdb.com/en/deck/view/8ce37488-d457-4abb-b44d-b73a1a74af64 What is Netrunner? https://nullsignal.games/about/netrunner/ Where do I start? https://nullsignal.games/products/system-gateway/ Netrunner Discord Invite? Discord.gg/GLC…

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NR.003 - Elevation: Corporations 2:52:08

1M ago2:52:08

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This entry discusses the Runner identities and cards from the "Elevation" set for "Netrunner," a competitive card game supported by Null Signal Games. What is Netrunner? https://nullsignal.games/about/netrunner/ Where do I start? https://nullsignal.games/products/system-gateway/ Netrunner Discord Invite? Discord.gg/GLC…

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#293 Old Dogs 56:19

1M ago56:19

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This week we watched Old Dogs. We talked about Travolta being horny, taint tanning, medication mix up, and the gorilla likes Seth Green!

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AH.034 - Post-Ironman Discussion 8:52

1M ago8:52

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This entry is a post-Ironman discussion of the solo Ironman of the "Return to the Path to Carcosa" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ironman Page: http://arkhamcon.org/ironman/By Head Librarian

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LP.085 - RttPTC Solo Ironman 5-8 (AH) 2:16:37

1M ago2:16:37

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This entry is a solo Ironman play of the final four scenarios of the "Return to the Path to Carcosa" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ironman Page: http://arkhamcon.org/ironman/By Head Librarian

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LP.084 - RttPTC Solo Ironman 1-4 (AH) 2:00:50

1M ago2:00:50

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This entry is a solo Ironman play of the first four scenarios of the "Return to the Path to Carcosa" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ironman Page: http://arkhamcon.org/ironman/By Head Librarian

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AH.033 - PTC Ironman Ultimatums & Pre-Ironman Discussion 19:48

1M ago19:48

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This entry announces the Ironman Ultimatums for this year's Ironman and the basic deck and campaign strategy the Head Librarian plays in a solo "Return to the Path to Carcosa" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ironman Page: http://arkhamcon.org/ironman/By Head Librarian

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NR.002 - Elevation: Runners 1:55:47

1M ago1:55:47

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This entry discusses the Runner identities and cards from the "Elevation" set for "Netrunner," a competitive card game supported by Null Signal Games. What is Netrunner? https://nullsignal.games/about/netrunner/ Where do I start? https://nullsignal.games/products/system-gateway/ Netrunner Discord Invite? Discord.gg/GLC…

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NR.001 - Intro to Netrunner 32:21

1M ago32:21

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This entry introduces "Netrunner," a competitive card game supported by Null Signal Games. Here we discuss the themes, factions, and playable identities from the core product, "System Gateway." We discuss the rules and play throughout, as it is a complicated game that, in many ways, is two separate games combined. What is Netrunner? https://nullsig…

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Ron Adair, Illustrator 28:54

1M ago28:54

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Drawing is a playful activity that many children take up, but drop by the time they become adults. Drawing can also be a worshipful, working activity. Ron Adair joins Dan on this episode to talk about his work as an illustrator, which has spanned decades and produced beautiful portraits for all kinds of uses. Ron talks about what it takes to be a s…

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AH.032 - Current & Legacy Formats 29:13

1M ago29:13

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This entry discusses the upcoming Current and Legacy Formats for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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#292 The Librarian: Quest for the Spear 1:08:39

1M ago1:08:39

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This week we watched The Librarian: Question for the spear. We talked about Flynn’s mom setting him up on a date at the house, Pandora’s box needs more security, Nicole’s name is Nicole Noone, and Bob Newhart beating people up.

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AH.031 - Arkhamtypes 17:34

2M ago17:34

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This entry discusses the Arkhamtypes for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game" introduced initially in the following article: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2018/7/13/arkhamtypes/By Head Librarian

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LP.083 - Comedy of Errors 4 (AH CPA.14) 1:37:21

2M ago1:37:21

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This entry is the finale of a set of Let's Plays of "Edge of the Earth" as part of the 14th Campaign Play-Along. I am playing as Lola Hayes, in a deck called "The Comedy of Errors."By Head Librarian

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AH.030 - Time Warp 2 55:29

2M ago55:29

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This entry recaps the multiplayer "Arkham Horror: The Card Game" campaigns the Head Librarian has participated in recently.By Head Librarian

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Episode 35 - Woods and Would-Nots 36:13

2M ago36:13

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After checking in on a friend, the Speakers head into the Forest in search of a missing book. Content warnings: talk of mental health issues (paranoia, anxiety, depression, agoraphobia) Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Actual Playce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Discord. The following music was used in this episode: Theme: The Obscure Truth by ArtArea_Studio on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Matt Papa, Singer/Songwriter 31:03

2M ago31:03

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You may know some of Matt's songs from the radio or from singing them in your church. In this episode of Working with Dan Doriani, Dan and Matt discuss the reasoning behind writing hymns for worship, the inspiration for writing "His Mercy is More," and the ability that songs like "I Set My Hope (Hymn for a Deconstructing Friend)" have to connect wi…

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Episode 34 - Kids These Days 53:28

2M ago53:28

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The Speakers are kept from even relative normalcy by yet another of John Noble's plots. Promo is from the podcast Super Duper. Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts! Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Actual Playce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Discord. The following music was used in this episode: Theme: The Obscure Truth by ArtArea_Studio on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay.com Sh…

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#291 Evil Toons 50:18

2M ago50:18

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This week we watched Evil Toons. We talked about

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Episode 33 - Shifty Individuals 44:19

2M ago44:19

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The Speakers get some answers, but they may not like everything they learn. P.S. Would you still love me if I was a worm? Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Actual Playce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Discord. The following music and sound effects were used in this episode: The Obscure Truth by ArtArea_Studio on ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay.com Observation (Alchemy) by AlexGrohl on Pi…

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#290 Stay Tuned 1:07:39

2M ago1:07:39

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This week we watched Stay Tuned. We talked about the napper crapper, Duane’s Underworld, the cartoon mice is great, and that weird Salt N Pepa full music video.

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LP.082 - Marion VS RtTIC 7-8 (AH) 2:20:37

2M ago2:20:37

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This entry is a solo let's play of the Marion deck built in AH.028 against the seventh and eighth scenarios of "The Unofficial Return to the Innsmouth Conspiracy" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game.By Head Librarian

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LP.081 - Marion VS RtTIC 5-6 (AH) 1:46:35

2M ago1:46:35

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This entry is a solo let's play of the Marion deck built in AH.028 against the fifth and sixth scenarios of "The Unofficial Return to the Innsmouth Conspiracy" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game.By Head Librarian

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Episode 32 - The Fable of the Fox and the Book 40:33

2M ago40:33

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After a mission gone awry in a few ways, the Speakers regroup, debrief, and try to solve a piece of the grander puzzle in Fox Jumps. Content warning: slight horror themes Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Actual Playce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Discord. The following music was used in this episode: The Obscure Truth by ArtArea_Studio on ⁠⁠Pixabay.com Night Whisper…

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My First Job - Todd Carlisle, Attorney 9:53

2M ago9:53

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The world of work is hard to navigate; what do you do when you’re learning the ropes? Todd Carlisle joins Dan on this new special episode format to talk about his first job out of college and how mentorship plays a vital role in helping us thrive.

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LP.080 - Marion VS RtTIC 3-4 (AH) 2:23:42

2M ago2:23:42

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This entry is a solo let's play of the Marion deck built in AH.028 against the third and fourth scenarios of "The Unofficial Return to the Innsmouth Conspiracy" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game.By Head Librarian

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LP.079 - Marion VS RtTIC 1-2 (AH) 2:01:42

2M ago2:01:42

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This entry is a solo let's play of the Marion deck built in AH.028 against the first and second scenarios of "The Unofficial Return to the Innsmouth Conspiracy" campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game.By Head Librarian

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#289 Meth Gator 55:00

3M ago55:00

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This week we watched Meth Gator. We talked about underground swamp meth lab, Grady’s dumpy restaurant/motel, Meth kayak, Anna should be a drug lord, and making out in front of your dad.

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LP.078 - Comedy of Errors 3 (AH CPA.14) 1:53:13

3M ago1:53:13

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This entry is the third of a set of Let's Plays of "Edge of the Earth" as part of the 14th Campaign Play-Along. I am playing as Lola Hayes, in a deck called "The Comedy of Errors."By Head Librarian

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AH.029 - Blood of Thoth 58:55

3M ago58:55

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This entry is a discussion of "Blood of Thoth," the best deck the Head Librarian can conceive for its use, and a playthrough of that deck against a semi-ideal situation.By Head Librarian

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Episode 31 - Mission Infoxible 2: This Time It's Fursonal 42:07

3M ago42:07

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With more than a few complications in their way, the Speakers race to finish the mission. Content warnings: brief mention of drowning, brief mention of alcohol, horror themes Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Actual Playce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Discord. The following music was used in this episode: The Obscure Truth by ArtArea_Studio on ⁠Pixabay.com The mystery …

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AH.028 - Deckbuild - Marion Tavares 46:32

3M ago46:32

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This entry is a live recording of the Head Librarian's first deckbuild for Marion Tavares, the Guardian investigator from "The Drowned City Investigator Expansion" for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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#288 Sausage Party 53:51

3M ago53:51

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This week we watched Sausage Party. We talked about crotch feelings, talking used rubber, the douche, and that’s quite an ending!

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AH.027 - Time Warp 57:56

3M ago57:56

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This entry recaps the multiplayer "Arkham Horror: The Card Game" campaigns the Head Librarian has participated in recently.By Head Librarian

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Episode 30 - Mission Infoxible 50:47

3M ago50:47

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After revelations of John Noble's power worry the Speakers, they plan something risky. Okay, maybe that's being generous, "plan" is a strong word. Content warning: brief mention of alcoholism, mic peaking Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Actual Playce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Discord. The following music was used in this episode: The Obscure Truth by ArtArea_Studio …