Paul Vermeren (Gridshock: Zero Edition) ep 286

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   S1 · E287 · 13 Oct 2026 · 2 hr 27 minNew

   Discussing Play Style (Questing Beast Survey) ep 287

   Anthony Boyed ( Runeslinger ) and I sat down with our friend Ivan ( Ivanmike68 ) to discuss Ben Milton's "Play Style Survey". Links (courtesy of Anthothy's video) The Survey Video from Ben Milton Stargazer's World The Silent Majority post on Casting Shadows Tequila Sunrise trailer High Fidelity trailer Alien RPG playlist: What Comes Home to Roost Blade Runner RPG playlist: Uptown Murder On the Medium of Roleplaying Games On I magination in Roleplaying Games *********************************** ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show for as little as…

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   S1 · E285 · 1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

   Gene Koo (Color Jam) ep 285

   At the end of the day, TTRPGs share one thing in common —they tell a story. The writers, the players, the DM: everyone is there to tell a story, feel something, and have fun. Gene Koo approaches game creation differently than most of the creators you'll hear about. His games all stem from deep connections in his life, his own childhood, his daughter, things with real weight. This comes through in every game, from careful, well-placed mechanics to emotional narrative storytelling. Today's episode focuses on player agency, emotional storytelling, and the unique mechanics that bring it all…

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   S1 · E284 · 25 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

   Matthew Nevers (Decay, Nope!) ep 284

   Matthew Nevers is an avid game designer and illustrator who has been playing for 25 years and has run games for 6 of those years. He publishes under Coffee All Night Games, and has created unique games like Nope! and The Winter Door. He loves horror, and his games reflect that. His new game, The Decay, is a toolbox for crafting uncanny survival horror narratives. It's perfect for adapting horror classics like Silent Hill or SCP, and its unique mechanical structures punish players and lead to horrifying twists during sessions. It's a truly unique game, and the free QuickStart guide is already…

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   S1 · E283 · 2 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 45 min

   Dr. Emily Friedman ep 283

   Dr Emily Friedman is a scholar whose work centers on storytelling. For the past few years, one of those focuses has been on TTRPGs and the vibrant communities that have developed over the decades. Her work looks at both the long and understudied early history of the medium and its modern popularity boom, and looks ahead to the future. It also highlights the community's traditions and structures, and how they’re changing. Today’s conversation is one of the most interesting we’ve had recently, giving us a chance to dive into the industry's meta and the community that bolsters it. The…

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   S1 · E282 · 3 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

   Elliot Davis (The Time We Have) ep 282

   Elliott Davis is making really interesting games. His focus isn't on following the usual standards — he's trying to make content that makes you feel and think. And he's absolutely killing it. We talk about how he got into game development, actual plays, and the community at large, and we dive deep into some of his most compelling games and what makes them work. Elliot is behind games like Project ECCO, Rom Com Drama Bomb, and The Time We Have. He's also a player, host, and GM on My First Dungeon and Talk of the Table. - Pathfinder - Blades in the Dark - Catan - Honey Heist - Kids on Bikes -…

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   S1 · E281 · 20 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

   Dillin Apelyan & James D’Amato (One Shot Podcast, The Ultimate RPG Villain Backstory Guide) ep 281

   I am joined by Dillin Apelyan and James D'Amato. If you listen to the One Shot Podcast, you've probably heard of both of them, and if you're a fan of the actual play scene, you've seen their work all over. And now, they've come on to the show to discuss their brand new book. Dillin's been featured on Dropout, Critical Role, and podcasts across the space. They've designed a bunch of great games, including the HUNT(er/ed) and Neverland: The Impossible Island. You can find out more about Superdillin here . James has been working in both the comedy and TTRPG scene for years. He's the creator of…