Best The Roll Initiative Team Podcasts (2025)

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ROTV #13: Luck Be an Enby Tonight 52:49

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Thirteen Luck Be an Enby Tonight CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a heck of a lot of innuendo. Listener discretion is advised. The crew of the Valkyrie have wrapped up their side quest in the Barrows, after delivering the mysterious soul-holding orbs to Mordin. They retreat to Afterlife, where thin…

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DD #13: The Case of the Cranky Clous 1:06:52

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Thirteen The Case of the Cranky Clous CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes frank discussion of grief. Listener discretion is advised. Clous isn't feeling like herself, so it's time for some soul-searching… and possibly coffee and cream puffs. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and…

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Owlguard #2: I'm Not Blaming Myself 1:02:08

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Welcome to the Owlguard, Episode Two I'm Not Blaming Myself The brand new recruits to the Lapcinium City Guard are midway into their first crime, the murder of a magistrate. They're headed into the cellar below the cabin where they found the body... cast, in order of vocal appearance: JD Kelly - Narrator and NPCs Kaya Renwick - Lavinia "Lav" Grey L…

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DD #12: The Team's Coming Together 1:40:28

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Twelve The Team's Coming Together Shaken by the revelations from the rachni queen, the Corsica crew struggle through their first steps on Illium. Nyx gets an email. Athena makes a call. Vraga does too. Clous is acting strangely. What's a brainless N7 marine to do? cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Re…

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ROTV #12: Non-Euclidean Objects and Other Ephemera 53:36

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The III is proud to share other podcasts we think you might like to listen to... In this episode, you'll hear the trailer for inc: The Podcast, which you can read about below. inc: The Podcast is a sci-fi dark office comedy about Bethany and Jonas, two aliens who meet while working together in the lowest department on a starship that travels the un…

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Welcome to the Owlguard #01: Who Goes First? 52:46

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Welcome to the Owlguard, Episode One Who Goes First? Brand new recruits to the Lapcinium City Guard arrive at their first crime to solve... the murder of a city magistrate. cast, in order of vocal appearance: JD Kelly - Narrator and NPCs Kaya Renwick - Lavinia "Lav" Grey Leah Ryan - Obsidian "Sid" Abigail Carey - Aletheia Wren Amanda Cotter - Quill…

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One-Year Anniversary Trailer 2:13

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DD #11: No Answers to be Found 38:56

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Eleven No Answers to be Found Solace phones home and shares the concerning news from their mother. Also, Nyx loves lobster. Like… really loves lobster. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Amanda Cotter - Clous Lea Lawson - Athena Hellier Dan Spitaliere - Jesse Westcott Alany…

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ROTV #11: Ghost in the Sphere 41:07

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Eleven Ghost in the Sphere The crew of the Valkyrie is fighting crystal balls that house long-dead souls. It's not going well. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Leah Ryan - Bean Gainian JD Kelly - Kache Hunter LaPaglia - Carver Fairbank Chase Hutchison - Gratch Ché Grov…

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DD #10: Twenty More Questions About the Crew 29:06

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Ten Twenty More Questions About the Crew Solace cooks a klixen. Athena sweet-talks a customs agent. Nyx finds some leftovers. Jesse may or may not answer some questions. A normal day on board the Corsica… cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Dan Spitaliere - Jesse Westcott Le…

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ROTV #10: We Will Consume You 39:04

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Ten We Will Consume You While investigating mysterious deaths in Omega's poorest districts, the crew of the Valkyrie have gotten themselves into some trouble. Namely, Bean doesn't remember who they are anymore. An auspicious start, to be sure… cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator a…

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DD #9: Twenty Questions About the Ship 41:10

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Nine Twenty Questions About the Ship We are finally introduced to the luxury ship Athena totally legally acquired, many episodes back. Turns out it's pretty damn fancy! cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Amanda Cotter - Clous Dan Spitaliere - Jesse Westcott Lea Lawson - Ath…

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ROTV #9: Lost Signals 42:00

4M ago42:00

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WARNING: This episode contains audio effects that may be disturbing to some listeners, as well as depictions of violence and corporal punishment. Listener discretion is advised. I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Nine Lost Signals The crew of the Valkyrie has headed into a tunnel deep in Omega's abandoned eezo mines, hot on the trail of a…

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BE #03: Mid-Season Recap 8:32

4M ago8:32

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I Should Roll Bonus Content, Episode Three Mid-Season Recap A lot has happened since April 2024. Let's catch you up. cast, in order of vocal appearance Kaya Renwick - Narrator I Should Roll is a production of the Intergalactic Improv Initiative. It is created by Kaya Renwick and produced by JD Kelly. Sound design by Kaya Renwick. All music is used …

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BE #02: The Highlight Zone 48:36

5M ago48:36

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I Should Roll: Bonus Content, Episode Two: The Highlight Zone Venture beyond time, space, and our regularly scheduled programming to revisit unforgettable moments of I Should Roll’s campaigns as we journey through… the Highlight Zone. Cast in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick as herself and NPCs Amanda Cotter as Rahd’Zherlin vas Cibiess and C…

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As the Dialogue Wheel Turns #01: A Citadel Carol 25:33

5M ago25:33

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As the Dialogue Wheel Turns, Episode One A Citadel Carol [preview] This week, we present to you the first 25 minutes of our new series, As the Dialogue Wheel Turns. These episodes will be available to our Ko-fi subscribers at the $5 and up tiers, so if you'd like to hear the rest of this episode when it drops later this week, please visit https://k…

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FD #02: The Movies Made Us Do It - Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 1:51:52

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This week, the Intergalactic Improv Initiative is proud to present a show we think you'll like while I Should Roll is on production hiatus. Tune in next week for more tasty, tasty ISR bonus content! ----- On this episode of The Movies Made Us Do It, Durs and Matt discuss John Hughes' Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987). Find links to all of our …

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BE #01: The Boss is Gone… Who's Next? 24:39

5M ago24:39

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Want to support I Should Roll? Join the Stellar Streamers on Calliope Station at https://ko-fi.com/intergalacticimprovinitiative ! I Should Roll Bonus Content, Episode One The Boss is Gone... Who's Next? Kaya's off doing... something... and someone has shown up to fill the void, as it were. That's fine, right? cast, in order of vocal appearance: Ka…

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A Citadel Carol #2: Where the Eezo Gleams 1:25:05

6M ago1:25:05

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of PTSD-triggered meltdowns and reference to child death. Listener discretion is advised. I Should Roll: A Citadel Carol, Episode Two Where the Eezo Gleams Welcome back to Tamaru's Emporium! When last we left our heroes, they were variously seeking parents, kids, and the reason for a storewide lockd…

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A Citadel Carol #1: Oh, the Weather Inside is Frightful 2:01:11

6M ago2:01:11

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I Should Roll: A Citadel Carol, Episode One Oh, the Weather Inside is Frightful Welcome to Tamaru's Emporium, your one-stop-shop for everything and anything you could possibly imagine! This year, Tamaru has dedicated six whole floors of the fifty-storey shopping centre to celebrate the human holiday of Christmas, and there are plenty of curious cha…

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A Citadel Carol Trailer 2:49

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I Should Roll: A Citadel Carol Don your Rudolph the Space Cow antlers or your Santana cap and celebrate the Christmas season at the Citadel's premier department store: Tamaru's! Join exasperated employees and an eclectic ensemble of shoppers as they find meaning in the mayhem in this festive, two-part improvised holiday special; unwrapping Christma…

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DD #8: All Quiet on the Galactic Front 49:28

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a depiction of a PTSD-triggered panic attack. Listener discretion is advised. I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Eight All Quiet on the Galactic Front Athena steps away to call a friend while everyone else interrogates the new arrival. When Athena comes back, she does the same thing. Also, Marco shows u…

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ROTV #M8: Gratch and the GratcHens 46:37

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Minisode Eight Gratch and the GratcHens When the Valkyrie returns to the Citadel for some undoubtedly badly needed shore leave, Gratch gets a little more than he bargained for. ...Make that a lot more. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Chase Hutchison - Gratch Vlad Renwick - Gr…

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ROTV #8: Motia's Folly 1:12:29

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WARNING: This episode contains audio effects that may be unsettling. Listener discretion is advised. I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Eight Motia’s Folly Mordin Solus has made the crew of the Valkyrie a deal: bring back firsthand accounts of what is killing people in the Barrows, and he'll find them information about their missing Proth…

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ROTV #M7: Bean's Bad Day Part Two: Biotic Boogaloo 54:03

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Minisode Seven Bean's Bad Day Part Two: Biotic Boogaloo Let's visit the Citadel, they said. It'll be great, they said. No one will try to mug you and traffic you to the nearest criminal hub, they said. Spirits, this place sucks! cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Leah Ryan - Bea…

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DD #7: Well, This is Awkward 46:34

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Seven Well, This is Awkward Jesse handles the recalcitrant Minos infiltrator with a little help from friends in high places... while someone new shows up. Our heroes are SUS. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Dan Spitaliere - Jesse Westcott Lea Lawson - Athena Hellier Tiff…

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[Feed Drop] FD #01: Aniline City Stories: Introduction 2:05

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While I Should Roll takes the week off after the Antecedents mini-series, the Intergalactic Improv Initiative is proud to share the work of one of our cast members, JD Kelly. Aniline City Stories: The Diamond Murders is a six-episode audio drama set in Aniline City, Michigan, where "crime and corruption are on the rise and the streets are a dangero…

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Antecedents #3: Ascension 2:08:31

8M ago2:08:31

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I Should Roll: Antecedents, Episode Three Ascension Ixi Seidus leads a comfortable life, selecting whatever Spectre assignments she wants from the Council. On this day in 2180, she's picked a particularly intriguing mission: investigate the reappearance of two disappeared ships, the MSV Bosco and the MSV Miri Chel. She, and an equally hand-picked t…

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Antecedents #2: Salvage 1:36:19

8M ago1:36:19

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I Should Roll: Antecedents, Episode Two Salvage Araliya Vyadu has wondered for eleven years what happened to her on-again, off-again flame, Dan'Kynmav vas Qwib-Qwib, who disappeared on a research trip with the rest of the crew of the MSV Bosco in 2158. A few days ago, she received a ping from Dan'Kynmav's omnitool, signalling that the ship had reap…

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Embracing Your Inner Geek - Pop Culture and Modern Management 52:50

8M ago52:50

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Episode Description: In Episode 10 of Roll for Leadership, Denis explores how embracing geek culture can reshape modern leadership, transforming how leaders connect, inspire, and guide their teams. Drawing from a rich tapestry of worlds — from Star Trek to Dungeons & Dragons and computer games like Baldur’s Gate 3 — Denis discusses the leadership l…

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Antecedents #1: Conduit 1:36:48

8M ago1:36:48

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I Should Roll: Antecedents, Episode One Conduit Less than a year after first contact, human scientist Dr. Perry Winkle leads a research expedition to an uncharted star system far from Sol. When she and her multispecies crew arrive on the inhospitable surface of Matar, they find a lot more than they bargained for. cast, in order of vocal appearance:…

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The Hero’s Journey | Keeping Teams Motivated Through Storytelling 40:47

9M ago40:47

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Episode Description: In Episode 9 of Roll for Leadership, Denis dives into the timeless power of storytelling with a focus on The Hero’s Journey, the narrative framework made famous by Joseph Campbell and of course one of the best sources for storytellers: Nancy Duarte's books. Using these frameworks, Denis explores how leaders can keep their teams…

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Antecedents trailer 2:45

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I Should Roll: Antecedents Coming this October: experience the spooky side of the Mass Effect universe in three feature-length improvised audio adventures spanning over two decades. Discover the fates of the MSV Bosco, the MSV Miri Chel, and the CCV-S T'Sinati in these hair-raising episodes, beginning October 14. I Should Roll is a production of th…

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DD #M6: Just Another Day at the Lab 1:06:37

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Minisode Six Just Another Day at the Lab Nyx has worked on a remote and secretive asari research installation for several decades, hidden away from the larger galaxy to protect her data and her patients. Today, all of that will change. Cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Maria Damia…

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Special Announcement- New Programming Schedule 5:04

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Episode Description: In this special announcement of Roll for Leadership, Denis takes a moment to share exciting news with the community. Starting with Episode 9, The Hero’s Journey: Keeping Teams Motivated Through Storytelling, the podcast will now release every Thursday. Denis explains why this change is being made to better accommodate the growi…

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ROTV #M6: A Krogan Called Kache 43:31

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Minisode Six A Krogan Called Kache Young, headstrong, and principled merc Kache is making a name for himself in the Terminus Systems. Today, he's got a bone to pick with some slavers…heh heh heh. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs JD Kelly - Kache I Should Roll is a production o…

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The Wizard’s Gambit: Problem-Solving Tactics from Fantasy Magic Systems 44:28

9M ago44:28

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis explores the strategic depths of fantasy magic systems. From the tactical spellcasting of Dungeons & Dragons to the precise Small Science of the Grishaverse, and the intricate weaving of the One Power in The Wheel of Time, we dive into how magic teaches problem-solving, resource man…

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ROTV #7: A Pocketful of Dead Bodies 1:05:30

9M ago1:05:30

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Seven A Pocketful of Dead Bodies The crew of the Valkyrie are reunited after their misadventures with mercs and in the slums of Omega. In their finest brightly colored attire and with a trio of dead bodies in tow, they head for the clinic of a certain former STG operative. cast, in order of vocal appeara…

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The Art of Diplomacy: Stakeholder Management Lessons from Waterdeep 32:59

9M ago32:59

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis transports listeners to Waterdeep, the City of Splendors, to explore the intricate web of stakeholder management through the lens of D&D’s iconic setting. Just as navigating noble houses, guilds, and masked Lords in Waterdeep requires diplomacy and strategic thinking, managing stake…

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ROTV #M5: Welcome to the Citadel 38:00

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Minisode Five Welcome to the Citadel Bean Gainian has finally ventured out of their comfort zone and is visiting the Citadel for the first time. They're keen to bring some small-town friendliness to the big city, and hopefully find a friend of a friend while they're at it. Nothing could possibly go wrong. cast, …

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Rolling for Initiative: Anticipating Risks in TTRPGs and Projects 40:13

9M ago40:13

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis explores the critical topic of risk management, drawing parallels between rolling for initiative in TTRPGs and anticipating risks in real-world projects. Whether you’re dodging traps in a dungeon or navigating project challenges, preparation is key. Denis walks through risk identifi…

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DD #6: You Cannot Kill Me in a Way that Matters 1:24:45

10M ago1:24:45

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Episode Six You Cannot Kill Me in a Way that Matters The Corsica crew's ransacking of the Minos safe house is interrupted by its occupants coming home. A firefight ensues, followed by some…interesting interrogation. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Dan Spitaliere - Jesse Westcott…

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Leading Your Adventuring Party: Team Dynamics in RPGs and the Workplace 51:14

10M ago51:14

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis takes you deep into the heart of Icewind Dale, blending the epic challenges of RPG adventuring with real-world team dynamics. Explore how leading an adventuring party through the frozen tundras parallels managing a team in the workplace. Denis breaks down the roles within an RPG tea…

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ROTV #M4: GRATCH IS STRONGEST 16:25

10M ago16:25

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Minisode Four GRATCH IS STRONGEST Gratch go boom. Gratch save the universe. Gratch is strongest. QED. cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Chase Hutchison - Gratch Leah Ryan - Bean Gainian JD Kelly - Kache Hunter LaPaglia - Carver Fairbank Ché Grové - Titoh Raas Hans Cummings - Zy…

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Strategic Mastery: Resource Management and Table Politics in Magic: The Gathering Commander 51:12

10M ago51:12

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis continues his exploration of the strategic depths of Magic: The Gathering Commander. Join us as we delve into the nuances of table politics, long-term versus short-term planning, and the ever-evolving meta. Discover how the social dynamics at the Commander table mirror the complexit…

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ROTV #6: Into the Barrows 50:17

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I Should Roll: Ride of the Valkyrie, Episode Six Into the Barrows Zyn and company have survived their encounter with the Queen of Omega, and have come out of it with an assignment. After downing some liquid courage, they head to the slums. Uh, the…worse slums. The ghetto. The really bad part of Omega, okay? Sheesh. cast, in order of vocal appearanc…

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Strategic Alliances and the Ever-Changing Meta: Leadership Lessons from Commander 34:04

10M ago34:04

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis delves into the strategic world of Magic: The Gathering Commander. Explore how the intricate alliances, shifting metas, and tactical gameplay of Commander offer valuable lessons in leadership and project management. Denis breaks down how forming alliances, managing resources, and ad…

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DD #M5: A Tuchankan Letter of Resignation 33:15

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I Should Roll: Dangerous Dangers, Minisode Five A Tuchankan Letter of Resignation The war has been over for almost a year. The relay has just come back online in the Aralakh system. Vraga's done with this shit. Cast, in order of vocal appearance: Kaya Renwick - Narrator and NPCs Tiff Compton - Ravanor Vraga I Should Roll is a production of the Inte…

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Galactic Roadmaps: Strategic Project Planning Lessons from Battlestar Galactica 38:06

10M ago38:06

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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis takes you on an intergalactic journey inspired by Battlestar Galactica. Learn how the epic journey of the fleet mirrors strategic project planning. Denis dives deep into how clear objectives, strategic checkpoints, and adaptability are crucial to navigating complex projects. Whether…

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Wolf 359 Fan Episode: Nothing Explosive 20:33

10M ago20:33

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Hera's offline for a routine debug, and Minkowski's nervous: bad things happen when Hera's offline. Will the intrepid Hephaestus crew survive the night? Plus, rockin' out to 80s tunes, the “oh god we're all gonna die” alarm, and buzzing Boston creams. This episode takes place between S1E9 “The Empty Man Cometh” and S1E12 “Deep Breaths”. Nothing Exp…