Best Steven S And Steven G Podcasts (2025)

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2 Samuel 20 | The god of Christian nationalism 42:46

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, we continue our deep dive into 2 Samuel with Kate Boyd, Jenai Auman, and Liz Daye — examining chapter 20 and its stark contrasts between violence and peacemaking, power and wisdom. This isn't just ancient history—it's a cautionary tale about what happens when leaders prioritize power over God's vision of…

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Embodied Faith Beyond Evangelicalism | Rohadi Nagassar 38:44

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, Kate Boyd sits down with Rohadi, author of When We Belong, for a provocative conversation about the difference between progressive Christianity and truly decolonized faith. This isn't about finding a more liberal church or updating your theology—it's about fundamentally reimagining what liberative commun…

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202: Timers and Things 30:13

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Short one this week as late night recording just made thinking difficult! A little chat about timers, investigative games, and so one! d20 Network Spotlight: The Order 66 -- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/order-66-podcast/id276381727 Game of the Week: Steve G: Gutgun -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/526781/gutgun?src=newest_print&a…

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The Desert Fathers and Mother | Lisa Colon Delay 32:43

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, Kate Boyd sits down with Lisa Colon DeLay, author of The Way of the Desert Elders, for an illuminating conversation about ancient Christian wisdom that speaks directly to modern faith struggles. This isn't just church history—it's a roadmap for Christians navigating the tension between empire and authent…

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201: Cores in the Sandbox 39:15

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A little self-exploratory food for thought this week! Forgive the brief notes, my home has been invaded for the week by 5 of my nieces/nephews, and I'm sneaking this in amongst the chaos! d20 Network Spotlight: The Wonderous Atlas of Creation's Destiny -- https://wondrousatlas.wordpress.com/ Game of the Week: Steve G: Kremin -- https://www.drivethr…

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200: 200 Circles 49:39

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Hard to believe it's been almost 5 years since we started putting this show out onto the interwebs! Join us for one of our traditionally rambly conversations about the things along the road, and a few other random thoughts of interest as we kinda kick back a little bit! d29 Network Spotlight: Werewolf: The Podcast -- https://www.buzzsprout.com/1797…

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2 Samuel 19 | Split Loyalty 45:58

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In 2 Samuel 19, we witness David's complicated return to power after Absalom's death—a chapter that reveals the messy intersection of grief, politics, and justice. Through three pivotal encounters on his journey back to Jerusalem, we see how David's approach to leadership prioritizes political expediency over genuine justice, particularly in his he…

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Money, Power, and Faith | Malcolm Foley 31:33

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, Kate Boyd sits down with Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley, author of The Anti-Greed Gospel, for a bold conversation about money, power, and faith that most churches avoid. This is about more than stewardship. It's a prophetic call to reimagine what Christian community could look like when we take Jesus' economic t…

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199: Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland w/ Brian Shutter 55:06

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Imagine if you will, a game inspired by Judge Dredd, Robocop, GWAR, and the Toxic Avenger. Oh, wait, you don't have to. It already exists! I have gotten to play it, and I own a copy of it, and it's a whole lot of fun, and this week, I'm joined by it's creator Brian Shutter! So come hear about all the cool, neo-80s inspired, post-apocalyptic fun tha…

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198: RPG Sessions w/ JJ 1:04:58

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This week I'm joined by someone who I've had the pleasure of meeting a couple times in-person, and who is also behind a service that I very much enjoy using. This week it's a conversation with JJ from the team behind RPGSessions.com, which is a website/service/VTT specifically designed for the narrative dice system games (Star Wars and Genesys). Wh…

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197: Deeper Dungeons and Bright Sun Games w/ Adam B 1:13:48

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This week I'm joined by creator, and fellow GamerNationCon attendee Adam B to talk about his creations, which include the freshly-released Deeper Dungeons, as well as Darker Futures, and Further Stars, which are all really cool and very useful books for generating NPCs, as well as factions, sites, and all sorts of other useful things for your games…

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196: Broaden your Theft Pool! 37:13

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This week it's a conversation about stealing techniques from different sources, inspired by a wonderful little Canadian drama series called Cardinal. We have a bit of a chat around things like intertwining story elements, wrapping those elements up, and how sometimes looking at something different can help you learn new things! d20 Network Spotligh…

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195: How Zany? 52:27

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When is it ok to go how zany in a game? And how do you "control" the table to keep the tone of the session where you'd like it? That's exactly what we have a chat about in this week's episode! So join us for the conversation! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thegenesysarchives/ Game of the Week…

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Julia Rocchi | Asking Better Spiritual Questions 31:55

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd sits down with Julia Rocchi to explore how design thinking principles can transform our approach to spiritual questioning. Julia, a practicing Roman Catholic with expertise in design thinking and facilitation, shares how asking better questions—rather than seeking definitive answers—can de…

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194: Being the Right Speaker w/ JT Dimino 52:50

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This week I'm joined by JT Dimino for a chat inspired by a combination of a cheap Bluetooth speaker and a song by Megadeath! We have a bit of a chat around making sure that you're getting the point you intend to across to your table while you're GMing! Also there's some talk about finding help and information in unexpected places. Links: d20 Radio …

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193: Behind the Screens and Star Wars Roleplaying with Nate from Tabletop Empire. 1:17:37

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This week I got to sit down with another awesome person I met at GamerNationCon! I'm joined by Nate, from The Tabletop Empire YouTube channel to talk about his channel, their Dark Underworld actual-play, some of the things that happen before we all get to see anything, and of course we talk about why Star Wars is just an absolutely awesome setting …

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Sharifa Stevens | Honest Prayer 53:36

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd welcomes back guest Sharifa Stevens to discuss her new book about prayer and poems. Their conversation explores how many Christians struggle with barriers to authentic prayer, often feeling they must approach God in a "perfect" way. Sharifa shares her journey toward understanding that ther…

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192: How We Roll w/ Daryl & Robert 1:13:48

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This week I'm joined by a couple of friends who also have a podcast on the d20 Radio Network! I have a chat with Daryl and Robert from the How We Roll podcast to talk about their show, gaming, and some of the fun that we've been able to have together. If you want to check out their show, you can find it here: Main Website: https://howwerollgaming.c…

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2 Samuel 18 | The Tragic End of Absalom 40:28

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In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most bizarre and tragic chapters in the David narrative - the death of Absalom. Set against the backdrop of a father-son civil war, 2 Samuel 18 tells the surreal story of Absalom getting caught in a tree while riding a mule, and Joab's brutal decision to kill him despite David's explicit command to "dea…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: Finale 1:00:46

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Welcome to the finale for this short Monster of the Week game. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did playing it! Terry was able to make this session, though Hagen wasn't feeling well and couldn't make it, but we continued on to finish this short story. As folks are I'm sure familiar, sometimes everyone just can't make it, so we just played with who…

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Liz Charlotte Grant | Reclaiming Scripture After Evangelical Upbringing 39:09

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Join Kate and Liz Charlotte Grant as they explore how to approach Scripture when traditional, literal interpretations no longer serve believers who are deconstructing or reframing their faith. Grant shares her journey of finding new ways to engage with biblical texts through literary analysis, diverse commentators, and interdisciplinary connections…

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191: Don't Hate the Game, Hate the Players? 38:40

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Ok, yeah, kinda click-baity title... But really, sometimes we blame the wrong thing, and that's what we're talking about on this episode! (And we're not suggesting that y'all should hate anyone!) d20 Network Spotlight -- The Order 66 -- https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/order-66-podcast-38220? Game of the Week: Steve G: Triangle Agency -- https://…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: Episode 4 57:25

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Welcome to the first half of the 3rd (and final) session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. Terry was able to make this session, though Hagen wasn't feeling well and couldn't make it, but we continued on to finish this short story. I hope you all enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed playing it! As folks are I'm sure familiar,…

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Jennifer G. Layte | The Pilgrimage of Faith 38:45

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In this enlightening episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd sits down with Jennifer Layte to explore the concept of stages of faith. Despite many Christians being taught that faith is static or linear, Jennifer shares insights from both James Fowler's modern framework and Teresa of Avila's 16th-century "Interior Castle" to help listene…

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190: GNC X recap with Joe from Tabletop Empire's Dark Underworld 1:10:56

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We're back with a new episode following the fun that was GamerNationCon X! Since I'm sure most of you have heard Steve and I talk about how much fun it is, I thought it would be fun to hear about the experience from someone who had never been there before! Enter Joe. I met Joe at GNC, and he's part of a great actual-play on the Tabletop Empire YouT…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 3 1:11:08

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Back to new content after a fun and exciting time at GamerNation Con!!! Welcome to the second session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. We join in as Oaken, Myles, and Marcus have just come upon the unconscious body of Hecate, the goddess of the crossroads! So what do you do when you find an injured goddess (who also happens to be a …

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MaryB. Safrit | Learning to Belong 44:57

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In this episode of Untidy Faith, we dive into a thoughtful conversation with MaryB. Safrit about the valuable perspectives and insights that LGBTQ+ Christians bring to faith communities. MaryB. shares her personal journey and wisdom on how straight Christians can learn from queer believers to create more inclusive and authentic expressions of Chris…

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189: Shopping 44:24

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Shopping, it's perhaps the most low-key divisive thing we commonly do in games. Some love doing it, some hate doing it, and some don't care much either way. So how do you keep the whole table interested? Or how do you keep you interested? That's kinda what we chat around in this episode. Also worth noting, we're likely going to skip a week or 2 wit…

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2 Samuel 17 | The Cycle of Violence 48:43

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Join us as we dive into 2 Samuel 17, examining the complex power dynamics between Absalom and David, the manipulative counsel given by advisors, and the troubling absence of God's voice amid human schemes for revenge and power. Topics Covered: * The contrast between Ahithophel and Hushai's advice to Absalom, and how manipulation through vanity and …

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 2 1:10:02

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Welcome to the first session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. As folks are I'm sure familiar, sometimes everyone just can't make it, so we just played with who was there! We recorded this in late spring of 2024, right before I had to switch shifts at work, so it was kind of a 'last hurrah' for the group that had kind of dubbed thems…

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Self Care and Communal Flourishing 30:48

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In this episode, Tiffany Bluhm returns to the Untidy Faith Podcast to help us reframe self-care as an essential component of both personal wholeness and communal flourishing. Moving beyond the commercialized wellness industry, Tiffany offers a powerful perspective on how caring for ourselves in a world that doesn't is both biblical and necessary fo…

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188: Anthologies (The Steve Way!) 51:27

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Let it never be said we don't listen to our listeners! This week we answer a question a listener posted on our Discord (see link at the top of the page, or further down in the notes here) expand a bit on a concept we've mentioned a few times on the show. That being "Anthology Campaigns". For us, they're just another way to tell a story, and maybe a…

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Reading Scripture with the Wesleyan Quadrilateral 26:16

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In this episode, Kate explores the Wesleyan Quadrilateral as a valuable framework for reading and interpreting scripture. This approach offers a more balanced and holistic way to engage with the Bible, especially for those who are deconstructing or reconstructing their faith. Kate shares how this framework has transformed her own relationship with …

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 1 56:50

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Welcome to the sort of "session zero" for a short game of Monster of the Week! We recorded this in late spring of 2024, right before I had to switch shifts at work, so it was kind of a 'last hurrah' for the group that had kind of dubbed themselves "Those Guys". A big "Thank You!" to Ben for once again running the game, and to Terry, Eric, Hagen, an…

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White Supremacy in Deconstruction Spaces 47:50

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd is joined by Trey Ferguson and Robert Monson from the Three Black Men crew for a thoughtful conversation about white supremacy in deconstruction spaces. They explore how patterns of white supremacy continue to manifest even after people leave conservative religious environments, and discus…

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187: Murder Hobo on the Coms! 47:48

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Howdy folks! This week we split our discussion between 2 topics, the first, the much maligned trope of "Murder Hobos" (because episode 187), and the other, in-game communication, and how it can, and can be used to, affect the story you're telling. GamerNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.even…

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2 Samuel 16 | Empire Business 42:17

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Content Warning: Sexual assault, violence Power, betrayal, and justice collide as David’s reign looks like it’s unraveling, and as he grasps for allies, we see just how far some will go to keep what they believe to be theirs. Join us to explore how systems of power perpetuate cycles of harm — as in the case of Mephibosheth and the women left behind…

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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams Ep3 (finale) 1:04:42

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Hello, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! This is part 3, and the finale of the adventure! GamerNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.ev…

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186: Timing Management 43:01

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This week we have a talk about the timing at the table, and how to kind of keep things moving, and not let things go too long, or get stale/stalled. GamenNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.events/conventions/gamer-nation-con-x d20 Network Spotlight: Wonderous Atlas of Creations Destinty -- h…

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Erin Moon | Dealing with Doubt and Holding onto Hope 41:39

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd welcomes Erin Moon, a writer, podcaster, and storyteller, to discuss the nuances of faith, doubt, and the many questions that arise along the journey. They explore why many feel uncomfortable expressing doubts about their faith and discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for curiosi…

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What are God's pronouns? 14:37

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd delves into the nuanced and often controversial topic of pronouns for God. Addressing the limitations and constraints of language, Kate explores how our choice of words and metaphors shape our understanding of God. She makes a compelling case for using more inclusive language to reflect th…

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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams, Episode 2 1:00:44

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Hello, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! This is part 2 of what should be 3 episodes that make up the adventure! If you'd like top check out the game, or even this specific adventure, you ca…

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185: In Defence of Movie Thievery w/ Brev Tanner 1:40:32

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This week we get a little long-winded (but lots of fun) with d20Network alum and GamerNationCon regular Brev Tanner! Brev is many things, including Author, Gamer, General Nerd, and Movie Buff, so we invited him to come and have a chat about the many, many ways we can use movies to help inspire and improve our games! Check out Brev's books "The Dark…

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Jonny Morrison | Does your "good news" pass the vibe check? 36:03

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In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd dives into an in-depth conversation with Jonny Morrison, co-lead pastor at Missio Dei in Salt Lake City and author of 'Prodigal Gospel.' They discuss the complexity of understanding the gospel, reflecting on how traditional narratives often emphasize shame and opposition rather than celebr…

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2 Samuel 15 | Which King Do We Serve? 45:58

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In this episode, we dissect the political and familial intricacies of Absalom's coup against his father, King David -- shedding light on the manipulation, subterfuge, and fractured relationships that underpin this biblical narrative. Then we discuss the ethical implications of David's actions, the oft-overlooked experiences of the concubines left b…

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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams, Episode 1 1:23:33

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Hi, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! If you'd like top check out the game, or even this specific adventure, you can find it here! Exalted 3rd Ed -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/1…

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184: There Can(not) Be Only One! 47:43

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This week we bring you a conversation to hopefully encourage you to share the things that you struggle with, as the Steves ponder the question "Am I the only one who..." So feel free to come talk to us on Discord (link below), or email us, or whatever! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thegenesysar…

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Pricelis Perreaux-Dominguez | Trauma-Informed Church 33:43

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In this episodes we discuss ... integrating trauma-informed care in church practices unlearning toxic patterns creating safe faith spaces the biblical literacy epidemic how individuals and churches can transform to better serve their communities Pricelis Perreaux-Dominguez (MSW, MSEd) is a truth-teller and space builder committed to helping the Bod…

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Havoc Brigade! Session 4 (finale) 52:33

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Welcome to the conclusion of our little play-through of Havoc Brigade! by Grant Howitt! Does our misfit band succeed on their mission, or do they even remember what it was? Do they finally prove that "yeeting" goblins does in fact solve problems? You'll have to listen to find out, but I'm pretty sure you'll find some laughs along the way! Welcome t…

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183: Perspective 44:25

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This week we have a chat about using a change of perspective to enrich your gaming experience! Sometimes we get so set in how we *always* so things that we miss just how much more interesting things could be if we looked at them a little differently! If you want to check out the Carrion Company campaign, you can find it here -- https://www.toatable…