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Welcome to NADDPOD! Join Dungeon Master Brian Murphy as he leads players Emily Axford, Caldwell Tanner and Jake Hurwitz on a comedic, actual-play adventure through the realms of Bahumia and Beyond. The show also features a score composed and performed by Emily Axford. This team has created a variety of D&D campaigns, as well as numerous other series such as DUNGEON COURT and 8-BIT BOOK CLUB. They also occasionally hit the road and roll dice live on stage.
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Hear ye, hear ye! Gather ’round, brave brand-builders and curious kin! ‘Tis Dungeon Masters Guide to Marketing, a tale spun by the founders of Bardic Marketing Co, a fellowship of fledgling entrepreneurs charting their course through the perilous lands of digital marketing. From the ever-shifting trends of the realm to the monsters that lurk in client campaigns, we share our saga with wit, wisdom, and a hint of dice-rolling destiny. Join us, and discover how storycraft and strategy forge leg ...
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The story of a Dungeon Master and the Heroes of four podcasters in the realm of Dungeons & Dragons 5E. Plus 5 To Hit is a bi-weekly DnD podcast with new episodes every other Monday! This show may contain some language and situations that could be inappropriate for children.
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An actual-play Dungeons & Dragons Podcast. We've been questing since 2022. Follow us on Instagram @meat_shield_pod Starring in alphabetical order: Adelaide Underhill the halfling rogue (played by Alex Dunne) Rowan Harcourt the human warlock (played by Chloe Homewood) Sapphire Crow the tabaxi monk (played by Gráinne O'Brien) Sybilline Ex'eventu the anteater wizard (played by Alex Foulkes) Your Dungeon Master is Lucas "Zero Fun" Maxwell Your friendly NPC is Ting the Verbeeg druid. All artwork ...
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TableTalk Friday: A D&D Podcast

Andrew Romano, Seth Pittman, and Zac Karvon

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Tired of going through all that tedious planning to get your squad together only to meet up and have everyone just scrolling through TikTok? Try spicing up your friend group with a little DnD. Oh wait... you don't know how to get started? Aren't you a lucky little satyr! Your adventure begins with TableTalk Friday. Self-proclaimed experts Andrew, Seth, and Zac aspire to leave the traditional workforce and make a career out of their beloved game. They want to inspire others to deepen their fr ...
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The Friendly Dungeon Master

The Friendly Dungeon Master

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I am the Friendly Dungeon Master, author of "The Friendly Dungeon Master" blog and now "The Friendly Dungeon Master" podcast! I am a relatively new Dungeons and Dragons player, but I'm excited to bring people into the world of Telaris and join in our adventure as my players explore the world of Telaris!
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DoubleDM

DoubleDM

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DoubleDM is a show by two passionate game masters, Nils and Emil, where we take you on a fun, insightful, and inspiring journey into the world of Tabletop Roleplaying every single week! We dive deep into key aspects of running TTRPGs like Dungeons and Dragons, Masks: A New Generation, or Cyberpunk Red, from crafting great and compelling stories and plots to developing new and exciting homebrew content for your games. Every Episode comes packed with actionable Game Mastering Advice ready for ...
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Burnt Cook Book Party

Jenna Stoeber

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A Pathfinder actual play TIMELOOPING show where four heroes of varying skills, attractiveness, and stupidity, race against time to prevent a war. Featuring the talents of game master Justin Green, Jenna Stoeber, Caitlin Stayduhar, Andrew Hansen, and Paul Luetkemeyer. Join our Patreon at patreon.com/bcbparty for only $5 a month. Visit our Merch Shop at DFTBA! Published biweekly on Thursdays. Email us at [email protected]. Follow us at on Bluesky @BCBParty, or on Tumblr at BCBParty. ...
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Join our friends as they are introduced to the wonderful world of tabletop pen and paper adventuring for the first time! There's danger, there's goofy voices and there's magic. Dimitri is our Dungeon master Andrew plays the role of Xandar, the Dwarf Paladin Prince David plays the role of Ronin Heratio Lafayette, the reverent preaching Warlock Sam reprises his role as Stone "Sly" Dynamite, the courageous and heroic Bard transported from the streets of 1974 Harlem. Shawn plays Duran Areshi, th ...
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Oklahoma theatre geeks hit record and explore their new addiction to Dungeons and Dragons! Featuring live-play and Behind the Curtain (interviews/round table) episodes, Dungeon Master Jerome and players Timothy, Kara, Jennifer, Jared, and Jodi share their passion for story-telling while learning more about the world’s greatest role-playing game from veteran players and dungeon masters from across the D&D community. D20 to Curtain podcast releases new episodes every other Monday. Find our sho ...
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Let’s talk about tabletop RPGs. Not just D&D but anything that comes to mind to help move the hobby forward. Want to hear about maximizing your Gamemaster (GM) game..Let’s do it! Need some ideas for character design or your role-playing foo...why not! Maybe we get a little animated about topics and things that get us excited but that’s part of the fun! We will cover many general topics with examples from Dungeon and Dragons, Savage Worlds, and many other games.
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The Roll Initiative Podcast

The Roll Initiative Team

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The Roll Initiative Podcast follows Robert, Taylor, Kate, and Bailey as they transform themselves into Bill, Maer, Xyatris, and Gunvor to face the perilous obstacles crafted by Jonathan, our Dungeon Master. Many mysteries, murders, and magics await you when we... Roll Initiative!
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Vitamin D&D

Vitamin D&D

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Greetings Adventurers! We are here to guide you on your Dungeons and Dragons journey. Whether you are a new and wanting to learn to play or seasoned we want to provide you with the info you need. We are a family friendly, all ages show take you through the basics and give you a firm understanding of the core mechanics of 5th Edition, all the way up to more in depth discussions of higher level topics. We hope you find our content helpful, engaging and fun! Whether you are a new player startin ...
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Hello everyone! Eric the Human here! Or Eric the DM currently for our adventure in the world of D&D! With my friend Esteban, John, Nate, Kevin, and Kaleb I am the Dungeon Master for a hopefully long and fun adventure filled with twists and turns! I hope you enjoy!
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HAMMERCRAWL!

N. Phillip Cole

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Do you love violently plundering dungeons of their treasure, but tire of all that "surviving" and "actually living to see another day" crap that other games are full of? Do you long for a good old meat grinder like ol' Pappy ran Way Back When(TM)? Do you find more joy in looting the bodies of your fallen companions than actually defeating monsters? Do you have a deep, passionate love for save-or-die traps like Murder Ceilings, Lava Parties, Guillotine Helmets, and Goblin Bombs? Well then my ...
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Step into the high fantasy world of Calignos with The Pact & Boon, a D&D 5e Actual Play Podcast. In a world plagued by a mysterious lethargy, humanoids and beasts twist into monstrous forms across the continent of Rel. Amidst this chaos, an unlikely band of adventurers unite in the fiery depths of the 9 hells, fighting for survival against unfathomable odds. Guided by the hand of Dungeon Master Jake Packham (Host of the Dungeon Mastermind podcast), join our players—Justin Lewis, Tanner Weyla ...
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You've found your new favorite DND podcast! Knocked Prone is a clean, chaotic, and deep podcast for Dungeons & Dragons nerds! Follow along with Dungeon Master Kade Backus for this family-friendly actual play podcast featuring a crew of talented story-telling voice actors as they explore the fantastical realm of the Badlands, filled with pop culture references, lovable NPCs, and legendary tales. Campaign 1 Great Grumpobolis There’s trouble in paradise in this utopian adventure. Four teenagers ...
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Me, My Spouse, and a Die

Austin & Gwenyth Gamble Jarvi

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Me, My Spouse, and a Die is a D&D Duet campaign where a wife and husband sit down to play a custom game in a custom world one on one. Using the Dungeons & Dragons 5e system, Austin, our Dungeon Master, guides Gwenyth, our only player, through a family-friendly adventure in a world of their own creation. With a healthy mix of immersive roleplay, intriguing exploration, and adrenaline-pumping combat, Me, My Spouse, and a Die captures the spirit of the game, where anything could change with the ...
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Drew and Nick Show

Drew and Nick Show

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A podcast with friends. One’s a bartender, and the other is…well, also a bartender. After leaving his long, yet unfortunate career as a morning radio show host, Drew Mitchell gave the middle finger to anything promising ahead of him in exchange for a chance to make something of himself through this lackluster, at best, podcast. Then there’s Nick Amoroso, the second wanna-be headliner of the show. Nick, in short, is akin to the sharpest crayon in your childhood trapper keeper, but like only s ...
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Today, we discuss why we as Game Masters need to be careful with what we say and how we say it at our D&D/ TTRPG Tables. We control the player's eyes, ears, and senses inside the game. They ask questions and expect answers. We talk about Objectivity and Perception and how we can better guide players to make informed decisions, or ask for more infor…
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While hosting a literal feast for crows, the Triplets piece together the truth behind Vallaki’s most sinister secret! Jens calls in a hit, Nyack stays hydrated and Onyx gets fired up as the Trinyvale X Strahd Crossover continues! Support NaddPod on Patreon! - Patreon.com/Naddpod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy Production and Sound Design by Daniel …
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We recently had a death in the party... And this week, we feel it's important to talk about what happened so we can truly appreciate and honor Quigglius the Thri-Kreen. You were a great bug, and you will be missed. Support the show 💌 Share Your Story: Got a wild D&D tale, a DMing question, or a funny campaign moment? Email us at tabletalkfriday@gma…
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You ever wonder what would happen if your adventurers walked into a tavern and dropped all of their gold from the dragon's hoard on magic items and armor? Well, they'd get more powerful first, but THEN the blacksmith is now the most wealthy man in town and the fantasy economy is crashing! Join Seth and Drew as they shoot ideas around about how mone…
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Dungeon Court is back in session! Join Justices Murphy, Tanner and Axford, along with Bailiff Jake, as they pass judgement on your trials at the table! CREDITS: Sound Mixing and Editing by Trevor Lyon Dungeon Court Theme Song by Sam Weiller See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do…
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Today we talk to Tom and Bodhi of the Homie and the Dude Content Creation Power Duo that is them, Tom and Bodhi. They are our great TTRPG friends and the first returning returing guests. This time we talk about their TTRPG system agnostic Settingn guide to the Socrched Basin. We discuss what their journey to this point looked like, what they plan f…
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Haunted by strange visions from the Abbey, the Triplets launch a full-scale investigation into the Baron and his family! Onyx says yes to the dress, Nyack makes an angsty ally and Jens reflects on the situation as the Trinyvale X Strahd crossover continues! Support us on Patreon! - Patreon.com/Naddpod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy Production and …
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Hey guys! Sorry for another solo episode, Drew's mic needed to be replaced but he will be joining us super soon on a more regular basis. BUT, this week Seth gets into it for about 20 minutes about all things Spelljammer, Critical Role, YouTube, and plans for content in the near future. Grab a snack and a drink and enjoy this week's episode of Table…
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Rebrands can make or break a business. In this episode, we dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of rebranding, spotlighting bold successes, infamous flops, and what lessons can be learned from both. NOTE: We recorded this episode before Cracker Barrel caved and cancelled their rebrand. Just pretend like it never happened. Haha…
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In today's episode, we discuss Crafting Systems in TTRPGs, D&D especially, and why... they just don't work... or at least why they don't really work well. We discuss what it means to add crafting to D&D and what you would need to do to make it fun. We discuss it in proxy for all other TTRPG Systems too, and often come to the conclusion that craftin…
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The Triplets arrive in Vallaki seeking information and allies, but are met with a bizarre festival instead! Jens sports the ultimate drip, Nyack appeals to the youth and Onyx meets the man of her dreams as the Trinyvale X Strahd crossover continues! Support us on Patreon! - Patreon.com/Naddpod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy Production and Sound De…
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This week on Table Talk Friday, Chase steps into the DM’s chair for the very first time! He ran us through a wild and creative time-loop one-shot set in the Forgotten Realms, where every decision had consequences, and each reset brought new surprises. We talk about his experience preparing and running the session, what worked (and what didn’t), and…
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Lost in the sauce once again, the crew attempts to navigate each others memories. Some choose the path of least resistance. Others THINK they're doing what they should, only to find the past isn't so obvious. Join the BCBP Patreon at patreon.com/bcbparty. Gift a subscription to our show at patreon.com/bcbparty/gift. Visit our DFTBA merch shop at bi…
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Today we talk about Game Mastering, what a surprise, and a special way of Game Mastering, that we dubbed "All Paths Lead to Rome" wherein gamemasters lead their players to the right outcome all the time and make sure they arrive there together. This provides some problems if done excessively, in moderation, this is not bad practice, but if done too…
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In this episode of TableTalk Friday, we pull three real D&D Reddit threads and give our best advice on each one. From a DM who never roleplays and lets players cheat, to a party so afraid of danger that they “call the guards” instead of facing encounters, to a GM struggling to run sessions when a player only has a tablet and phone—we break down the…
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Dungeon Court is back in session! Join Justices Murphy, Tanner and Axford, along with Bailiff Jake, as they pass judgement on your trials at the table! CREDITS: Sound Mixing and Editing by Trevor Lyon Dungeon Court Theme Song by Sam Weiller See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do…
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Today, we have another episode of our worldbuilding Show, Realm Forge, for you! And this time we are talking about the crucial parts of Omen, It's Celestial Bodies and the Religions and Cults that revolve around them. We discuss some of the many celestial bodies in the sky and what they represent, who they are and what they do. And then we focus on…
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This week on Table Talk Friday, Chase steps into the DM’s chair for the very first time! He ran us through a wild and creative time-loop one-shot set in the Forgotten Realms, where every decision had consequences, and each reset brought new surprises. We talk about his experience preparing and running the session, what worked (and what didn’t), and…
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Back on the Svalich road, the Triplets find themselves ensnared by a hairy foe with an even hairier scheme. Nyack stays slick, Onyx finds Astrology and Jens rides in style as the Trinyvale X Strahd Crossover Continues! Support us on Patreon! - Patreon.com/Naddpod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy Production and Sound Design by Daniel Ramos (@Schubird…
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Trying to sneak one last task in before they loop, the gang heads to the icy dome that contains the Doomweapon. Zelf wants to eat everything, Janni's being mysterious, and everybody's pretty nervous about their proximity to the dangers of demigods and time loops! Join the BCBP Patreon at patreon.com/bcbparty. Gift a subscription to our show at patr…
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Solving Janni's memory problems one recap at a time. Join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/bcbparty A time-loop comedy real-play show based on Pathfinder, where four heroes of varying skills, attractiveness, and stupidity, race against time to prevent a war. Featuring the talents of game master Jenna Stoeber, Justin Green, Caitlin Stayduhar, Andrew H…
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In today's episode, we talk about other ways to change the D&D Rules that we thought up and would like/not like to see in our games. We muse on different rule changes we thought about implementing, but haven't actually done. We don't mean homebrew rules that change on little aspect of the game, but rules that fundamentally change the game we are pl…
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After a restless night full of strange dreams, the Triplets finally depart for the Abbey of St. Markovia! Jens goes fishing, Nyack thinks big, and Onyx wrestles with tradition as the Trinyvale X Strahd Crossover continues Support us on Patreon! - Patreon.com/Naddpod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy Production and Sound Design by Daniel Ramos (@Schub…
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This week on TableTalk Friday, Seth and Drew catch up on life, gaming, and everything in between! From tricky table dynamics to finding the sweet spot between story control and player freedom, this episode is full of practical DM advice, real experiences, and the kind of banter only longtime friends can bring. 🎲 Topics Covered: The biggest red flag…
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Today Firefighter Eric (Sean) joins us to talk about creating interesting characters and building to big, impactful moments. Seth and Sean explore the art of D&D character creation, memorable campaign moments, and their experiences as players and Dungeon Masters. They reflect on how thoughtful character development leads to impactful storytelling a…
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The forge is cooling down and the team is wrapping up this combat. Without the immediate threat of broiling, they can come to terms with Betti Burninghands and finally do something about the water shortage. Join the BCBP Patreon at patreon.com/bcbparty. Gift a subscription to our show at patreon.com/bcbparty/gift. Visit our DFTBA merch shop at bit.…
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Welcome to Tortle Tank, the show where the world's richest reptiles review your D&D homebrew and decide whether or not to invest their hard-earned eggs. This week, the Torts discuss plot armor, potion gambling, and goo. CREDITS: Sound Mixing and Editing by Trevor Lyon See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …
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In today's episode, we are dissecting an Article published by The Gamer about 8 Rules we should do away with D&D Combat... And we have opinions about these rules... Most of the tim,e we disagre,e and we will explain for what reasons to,o but for some of these rule,s we see a reason and an explanation, but still think that maybe dnd's rules are ther…
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In this solo episode of TableTalk Friday, we land in the chaotic sweet spot of beginning DMing—setting boundaries, managing player expectations, and embracing creativity. Seth dives into everything from tackling isekai-style campaigns and reining in chaotic groups, to balancing 3D printing prep with player agency. Whether you're about to run your f…
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With allies by their side, the Triplets make a final, desperate stand to save the village of Barovia! Jens inspires the townsfolk, Onyx seeks a hidden truth and Nyack gets serious as the Trinyvale X Strahd crossover continues! Subscribe to Us on Patreon! - Patreon.com/NaddPod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy and Caldwell Tanner Production and Sound …
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This week on TableTalk Friday, Seth sits down with his longtime friend Patrick to talk about what it’s really like running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign after years of only being a player. They dive into the challenges of becoming a Dungeon Master for the first time, battling imposter syndrome, and making the tough transition from player to DM. Alo…
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The Triplets come face-to-face with the Master of Ravenloft and his dreaded minions! Onyx switches up her look, Nyack hunts a thief and Jens finds a new home as the Trinyvale X Strahd Crossover continues! Subscribe to NaddPod on Patreon! - Patreon.com/Naddpod CREDITS Editing by Brian Murphy and Caldwell Tanner Production and Sound Design by Daniel …
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