• Errata Volume 1
    Jun 14 2026

    This a brand new format that we've been teasing for a while! Every month we now do a live Q&A in our discord server where our backers can ask questions about the last month's worth of episodes.


    If you're listening to a regular weekly episode and have a burning question, jump on our Patreon so that you can ask us in our next Errata session!

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    57 mins
  • Episode 61: Scale of Threat
    Jun 13 2026

    This episode gets into the weeds of a useful framework for thinking about what creatures to use and when.

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    17 mins
  • Episode 60: Running Downtime
    Jun 6 2026

    Most TTRPGs expect some kind of downtime during your campaigns, the beats between all the quests and adventures, but how do you actually run that downtime?

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    16 mins
  • Bonus Episode: Designing Villains
    May 31 2026

    This is a preview of this month's bonus episode! You can find the full version on our Patreon.


    These bonus episodes are longer than our usual fare, at around 25-30 minutes each, and are where we dive deeper into topics too big to fit in a regular episode.


    Enjoy!

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    13 mins
  • Episode 59: Handling Handouts
    May 30 2026

    This week we're talking about those moments when you look across the table, reach into your notes folder, and pull out a piece of paper. How do we use handouts? What tips and tricks have we learned over the years? Find out today!

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    16 mins
  • Episode 58: How Table Size Changes Your Approach
    May 23 2026

    Let's be real, running for 4 players is very different to how you would run for 8 players. This week we're getting into the nuts and bolts of how the headcount at your table can drastically change the way you run your game.

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    17 mins
  • Episode 57: This Room Is A Different Genre
    May 16 2026

    Today we're talking about a concept that involves embracing the changeable nature of tone and genre to create an entirely different kind of gameplay experience.

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    18 mins
  • Episode 56: Win Me Back, D&D
    May 9 2026

    Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition has been much maligned on this show. Paddy may be on the fence still but Matt's had enough. Today we ask the question, what would D&D need to do to win us back?

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    18 mins