Podcasts by Hindsightless

488: Wrathful Recap from 2023-12-10T04:26:18

It's all me all the time this time! I give a recap of our latest Wrath of the Righteous session, the last one of 2023! My last couple of episodes have been pretty long, so I'm trying to keep this o...

487: Here There Be Mandrakes from 2023-12-07T15:45:53

In this episode we're talking about player engagement, cool death moves for dying monsters, the brilliance of J.R.R. Tolkien, and, most importantly, we'll discuss my new shower! Everybody loves sho...

486: Call In Catch Up from 2023-11-26T19:53:58

You want calls? I got calls. I got all the calls! Calls from a first time caller and new podcaster, Mirk the Meek! I also have a bevy of calls from these amazing people; Juz, Ray, Jason, and Karl! ...

485: Wrathful Book Report from 2023-11-20T05:15:29

I talk about the book club I'm in, a new narrator for an old book, being a good player, and give a recap, with the help of my friend Jason, of the latest session of my Wrath of the Righteous campai...

484: Pre-programmed Moves from 2023-11-03T00:01:58

In this episode, I am joined by a very special guest, Jason of the Nerd's RPG Variety Cast! We're talking about if it's cool for a DM to use the party's weaknesses against them, pre-programed moves...

483: Halloween Havoc from 2023-11-01T03:23:33

A fun little Halloween episode where I tell a spooky story and take calls from these awesome dudes; Jason, Karl, Anthony ! I hope you enjoy and happy Halloween!

482: The Best Laid Plans... from 2023-10-29T01:08:01

I give a recap of our latest Wrath of the Righteous session, which was one of the craziest RPG sessions Ive ever been a part of. I also take a few calls from my buddy Jason! Good stuff!!! ,

481: Shoggoth Party from 2023-10-23T01:46:22

It finally happened! A group of post World War I soldiers faced off against a shoggoth! Did any of the soldiers make it out alive? Tune in to find out!

480: Wrathful Rivers from 2023-10-22T02:02:05

Where I give a recap of our last Wrath of the Righteous sessions, a few other games I've played since last we spoke, and the books I've been reading. Plus, Jason and Spike Pit chip in with some awe...

479: Back Story Boys from 2023-10-15T15:48:03

These calls are almost exactly 365 days old, and I feel they've ripened enough. The fruits of these amazing calls are finally ready to be enjoyed! Calls from the Arcane Alienist, the GMologist, and...

478: Butt Stuff from 2023-10-08T17:06:45

Today, we're talking about colonoscopies, cool books, and a OSR-adjacent video game from the mid 90's. We also take a call from the Raven God himself! Good times!!!

477: I Did It! from 2023-10-02T03:45:15

At time of release, it's the first day of OSR October, so go check out some of the awesome podcasts that are putting out cool OSR content!!, then come back here and check out this episode! In this...

476: Hyper Vampires from 2023-09-28T00:06:02

I talk for a bit about the first session of the Hyperborea campaign I'm in and take a call from Jason. That's the whole show. After that, I talk for awhile about my thoughts on the Immortal Knight ...

475: Vampire Diet from 2023-09-21T02:40

In this episode I field a few rad calls from my friend Jason, and talk about the vampire historical fiction series I just started reading. Good times!

474: Fall of the Righteous from 2023-09-17T14:11:33

Is that ominous title foreshadowing what's to come or is it my usual portmanteau-style title based on the things I talk about in the episode? You'll have to listen to find out! The Assyrians - Emp...

473: Wrath of the Hollow butHyper Cthulhu from 2023-09-13T23:32:45

I talk about the Hyperborea RPG, Wrath of the Righteous, Hollow Earth Expedition, Call of Cthulhu, and take a deep dive into some obscure Pathfinder 1E rules. I also take calls from Karl, Jason, an...

472: Prepping is Playing from 2023-09-09T18:20:54

Just me talking about the rad gaming stuff I've done since last we spoke.

471: Wrathful Recap and Calls from 2023-09-03T01:24:22

I'm back after my "long" post-RPG-A-Day hiatus. I just can't stay away. I talk about my recent session of Wrath of the Righteous, and take calls from Jason, Karl, and one of the architects of RPG-A...

470 RPG-A-Day 31: Most Obscure Game from 2023-08-31T15:16:15

It's the last day of RPG-A-Day 2023, so I brought together some of my favorite people to help me talk about cool stuff. I have some amazing calls from Spencer, Jason, and ol' Spike Pit! Let's get i...

469 RPG-A-Day 30: Favorite RPG from 2023-08-30T15:35:36

My favorite RPG is totally the one from Red Dawn, but I don't think that's what today's prompt is referring to, so I suppose I'll talk about my favorite role-playing game(s) of all time.

467 RPG-A_Day 29: Most Memorable Encounter from 2023-08-29T15:11:36

In this episode, I talk about a few of my most memorable encounters. I freaking love this hobby!

466 RPG-A-Day 28: Scariest Game from 2023-08-28T18:36:58

Boo! Did I scare you? Probably not, but horror games are a thing.

466 RPG-A-Day 27: New Edition from 2023-08-27T13:32:15

What game needs a New Edition? I don't know about you, but I'd love to have these handsome minstrels sing me the rules of a game. I also have calls from Jason and Darkfluid.

465 RPG-A-Day 26: Favorite Character Sheet from 2023-08-26T13:56:37

For me, there can be only one. I also have a couple calls from Jason and Rich.

464 RPG-A-Day 25: Unplayed Games from 2023-08-25T15:35:24

There's a lot of them, so I talk about a few.

463 RPG-A-Day 24: Complex/Simple Games from 2023-08-24T13:41:49

Sometimes, the most complex situations can be so simple, while the simplest issues can be incredibly complex.

462 RPG-A-Day 23: Coolest Looking RPG Book from 2023-08-23T09:57:24

When it comes to cool, there's only one king, and that king wears Chrome. On the topic of cool, I have calls from some very cool people; Julz from NAZ, Jason, and Karl. Get with it!

461 RPG-A-Day 22: Favorite Secondhand RPG from 2023-08-22T15:36:09

I won't say MERP. I won't say MERP. I won't say MERP. Maybe it's MERP?

460 RPG-A-Day 21: Favorite Licensed RPG from 2023-08-21T15:49:45

Is it the My Little Ponies RPG? The Nerd's RPG based on 5e? Or is there another...?

459 RPG-A-Day 20: Still Playing in Twenty Years from 2023-08-20T16:00:07

What game/games will I still be playing in twenty years? ...and singing? This one gets weird at the end. The Silver Key podcast: https://darkfluid.substack.com/

458 RPG-A-Day 19: Favorite Published Adventure from 2023-08-19T15:36:18

Today I'm talking about my favorite published adventure and I take a call from my good friend, Spencer . Fun stuff!

457 RPG-A-Day 18: Favorite System from 2023-08-18T14:33:27

Is it what you think? Could it possibly be that simple? Find out now!

456 RPG-A-Day 17: Funniest Game I've Played from 2023-08-17T17:23:16

I talk about the funniest game I've played and take a couple calls from Karl and John. Good stuff!

455 RPG-A-Day 16: Game I Wish I Owned from 2023-08-16T15:01:16

Just me talking about the game(s) I wish I owned.

454 RPG-Aday 15: Favorite One Shot from 2023-08-15T23:38:47

I talk about three rad one shots and take calls from John, Jason, and Karl about death, beer, and cons. You know, all the good things in life!!

452 RPG-A-Day 14: Favorite Con Purchase from 2023-08-14T14:22:47

Since I've only been to one convention, this is a short one. As such, I included an awesome message from our buddy, Jason! Check it out!

452 RPG-A-Day 13: Favorite Character Demise from 2023-08-13T17:59:58

Jobundi, meet the Bloodstone. Bloodstone, this is Jobundi. R.I.P., my brothers. May your eternal sleep be sweet.

451 RPG-A-Day 12: Oldest Game Still Played from 2023-08-12T16:44:12

This episode I discuss the "oldest" game I still play, and take a call from the amazing Julz from NZ! Are you not entertained?

450: Time to Train from 2023-08-10T19:02:08

It's still RPG-A-Day time, but this is not that. This is a catch up episode where I talk about the games I've been playing and respond to a few calls. In this episode, we'll hear calls from the cre...

449 RPG-A-Day 7-11: Lightning Round from 2023-08-07T13:38:08

Today I talk about the smartest game I've played, my favorite character(s), my favorite dice, my favorite fictional tie-in's, and the weirdest game I've ever played. After this, you'll get a break...

448 RPG-A-Day 6: Favorite Unplayed Game from 2023-08-06T17:13:08

I answer today's prompt and catch up on a few calls from over the week. Calls from the Raven God, Jason, and John "Red Dice Diaries" Large! It's another banger! There and Back Again: https://rayo...

448 RPG-A-Day 5: The Oldest Game from 2023-08-05T14:38:22

I talk about the oldest game I've owned continually, as well as the oldest game I've played.

447 RPG-A-Day 4: Most Recent Game Bought from 2023-08-04T12:58:51

Darkness of the Demimonde, my dudes! I also talk about a few honorable mentions. DotD: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/421424/Darkness-of-the-Demimonde MaC: ⁠https://www.kickstarter.com/proj...

446 RPG-A-Day 3: First Game Bought This Year from 2023-08-03T13:07:45

Today I'm talking about the first game I bought in 2023. Here's the link to that very game The Honest and Plain Village of Scio https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/419925/The-Honest-and-Plain-Vill...

445: RPG-A-Day 2 My First DM from 2023-08-02T15:56:58

My reflections on my first game master and what it's like looking back. All puns totally intended. #rpgaday

444: RPG-A-Day 1: First of the Year from 2023-08-01T14:02:47

I promise my other RPG-A-Day episodes will not be this long! There were just too many awesome calls from amazing people. Check out this list of callers I have for you: Jason, Karl, John, a first ti...

443; A Hill to Die On? from 2023-07-30T04:12:49

The pink Phantom answered the call and is here to drop serious knowledge about how training works in Advanced Dungeons and Dragons, Jason shares some super cool facts about real world training with...

442: Talkin' 'Bout Practice from 2023-07-28T20:56:10

I hope everyone out there is listening to the Pink Phantom because his show is awesome! This is mostly a long message in response to the Phantom's latest couple episodes where the topic of training...

441: Weekend Roundup from 2023-07-23T18:40:58

Recaps of Wrath of the Righteous and Karl's awesome birthday game, calls from Jason, and talk about fantasy settings. Good times!

440: Mashed Together Musings from 2023-07-14T01:23:06

A couple calls from Jason and a whole lot of rambling from me. This one is mostly just a collection of what's been on my mind since last we spoke. Hope you enjoy!

439: #notsponsored from 2023-07-10T02:16:07

Calls from Taylor,Spencer, Karl, and Jason. I give another Wrath recap, we talk about a neat accessibility work around I came up with for Roll20, going to the zoo, recipes, and more! I even include...

438: Sharper Than a Pickle from 2023-07-02T23:50:10

Wherein I reflect on the epic RPG/beer con from whence I recently returned. I also take a call from Karl, the GMologist himself, on topics covering the Dark Tower, Wrath of the Righteous, and show ...

437: Cannibals, Cowboys, and Crows from 2023-06-25T17:27:14

We're talking about Wrath of the Righteous, We Deal in Lead, and more! With calls from Jason, Karl, and Jerry. Good stuff!

436: from 2023-06-22T17:17:07

In this episode we talk about Canadian TV, international beer prices, a book that made me sad, and a bit about gaming. Calls from Jason and Rob aka Menion. Good times!

435: Ain't Nothing but a Sausage Party from 2023-06-07T04:08:38

You asked for it, so here it is! Ok, so you didn't ask for it, but here it is anyways.... It's time for another world-wide sausage party! You'll hear callers from England, Texas, New Zealand, Virg...

434: Sorry for the Confusion from 2023-06-04T20:15:41

This one is real! I promise! Sorry about any confusion I caused by re-publishing those older episodes yesterday (at time of recording). I wanted to put out an episode explaining why I did so. I a...

332: Do Conans Dream of Hungry Sheep? from 2023-06-04T00:50:22

Somehow, a couple of my episodes got unpublished, and I'm trying to fix that. This episode originally dropped almost exactly one year ago to the day! There's no need to listen to it agai...

S8E5 Rambling Recap from 2023-06-04T00:40:56

A recap of my weekly Rise of the Runelords game. 

433: Reading, Wrath, and Reality from 2023-05-28T21:10:52

In this episode, I'll discuss the Dark Tower series, Wrath of the Righteous, Shogoths vs. investigators, and what happens when reality gets in the way. Featuring calls from Karl of the GMologists P...

432: Simon Says from 2023-05-19T22:51:54

Wherein I talk about The Dragonbone Chair, Wrath of the Righteous, shogoths vs investigators, being a special boy, and the NBA Conference Finals. I even have calls from Jason, the Pink Phantom, and...

431: Schoolboys and Sausages from 2023-05-15T05:01:49

This one is a 100% all beef, no filler Frank of an episode, and we're piling on the toppings with calls from Ray Ottis, Spencer, Joe Salvador, and Safer. Thank you to Ray for the art for this episo...

430: Sausage Talk from 2023-05-06T22:56:47

This one's a grab bag episode for real! We talk about everything from rolling dice, to metal shows, to books, and, of course, to sausages. Last episode questions were asked, and here we have the an...

429: Play with Yourself from 2023-05-03T05:53:18

Solo play is a natural part of a healthy rpg life, and I want to tell you about how I've been playing with myself recently. There's also a new segment of Reading Rainbow, I field some calls from Ja...

428: Erotic Topaz from 2023-04-29T18:13:42

Today I'll talk about the game of Wrath of the Righteous that didn't happen, dungeon crawling, erotic Victorian murder mysteries, the NBA playoffs, my buddy's band, meat on a stick, and much, much ...

427: Beyond the Title from 2023-04-26T15:33:51

I couldn't come up with a pithy title for this episode. It's late. Talking about my latest Beyond the Wall game, book recommendations the new Evil Dead movie, the Great Hunting Grounds in the Sky,...

426: Fantasy Films and Chips... and Beer from 2023-04-22T19:26:24

My last couple episodes have generated some pretty rad discussions, which I'm sharing with you fine folks today. With the help of Spencer from Keep off the Border Lands, Joe from Raven God Games, a...

425: Do You Realize? from 2023-04-17T06:38:01

Let's talk to Spencer, Ray, and Jason. I'll also talk about some of the weirdness that must occur when a group of folks create a massive Adventure Path Like Paizo’s Wrath of the Righteous. Lastly, ...

424: My Heart is a Monster from 2023-04-13T16:41:46

In this episode, I talk about my most recent session (at time of recording) of Beyond the Wall and take calls from these totally rad dudes: Menion aka Rob, Free Thrall aka Spencer, Jason aka Jason,...

423: Creamy Walls and Necromantic Spears from 2023-04-09T05:31:18

Talking ice cream, Beyond the Wall, some cool stuff I saw on social media, my most recent session of Reaver, and a bunch more stuff! I also answer a couple calls from the Arcane Alienist himself! L...

423: We Did It! And We Didn't Do It from 2023-04-03T03:18:06

We finally finished book two of Paizo's epic Pathfinder 1e Adventure Path, Wrath of the Righteous! I then talk about the game of Beyond the Wall that didn't happen, a bit on the science of social m...

422: Honor Among Walls from 2023-04-01T06:29:09

I have a spoiler-free discussion of the new (at time of recording) D&D movie and I talk about my latest session of Beyond the Wall. As I write this, I'm listening to the album 'Life for Rent' by Di...

421: Ice Cream Dungeons from 2023-03-25T21:52:02

In this episode, Bandit's Keep and Goblin's Henchman help me talk about dungeons, ice cream, flirting, mass combat, arguing on the internet, and much more! Good times!

420: Old School Richter from 2023-03-17T00:40:20

In this episode, I'm doing something I haven't done in awhile, play some calls! We got calls from Karl, Jason, and the Pink Phantom! That's right, the Phantom makes an appearance after a long absen...

419: Ice Cream and Adventures from 2023-03-11T20:00:31

I'm back? Today I'm talking about ice cream, basketball, and some RPG stuff. This is how this works, right? 

418: Birthday Games, Games, and more Games! from 2023-02-07T05:04:35

I had an awesome birthday weekend and was lucky enough to play a bunch of games. I talk about the most recent session of Wrath of the Righteous, the first session of my new Beyond the Wall campaign...

417: Ernest Goes to Sasquatch Country from 2023-01-26T00:40:36

I talk about the new things I've been diving into lately and take a couple calls from Jason. Good fun!  Sasquatch Theory: https://www.youtube.com/@SASQUATCHTHEORY

416: The Beyonder from 2023-01-18T03:57:48

I ramble about the three RPG's I read this weekend, respond to calls about accessibility from Jason, Daniel, and Julz, and do a very special butterfly unboxing. All this and more just a click away! 

415: I Don't Want to be Charmed, I Want You to DOMINATE Me from 2023-01-14T23:21:50

Today, because I'm an idiot, we're going to talk about the difference between being Charmed and being Dominated. We're also going to discuss the difference between player intent and character inten...

414: Columns and Rows from 2023-01-11T07:28:02

I share some examples of what works and what doesn't work for PDF's in terms of accessibility, usability, and readability. 

413: Wet Dream Demons from 2023-01-10T05:26:43

What? Wet dream demons are totally a thing. Seriously. We even fought one of them in a recent session fo Wrath of the Righteous. Jason and Julz stop by to help me talk about wet dream demons, switc...

412: Happy New Year! from 2023-01-01T05:15:39

Just a straight up, unedited ramble. 

411: On The Road Again from 2022-12-21T00:11:35

By the time you hear this, I'll be winging my way down to sunny SO Cal, living behind the frozen environs of the PWN. Joining me today are some of my good friends;; Jason, BJ, Karl, and Woody! That...

410: Mish Mash from 2022-12-15T02:32:54

I ramble about games, barbarians, players taking a long time on their turns, vampire movies, and why Jason is awesome.  Leave me a Google voice message @ 661-494-6656 or drop me a message on Discord. 

409: Games! Games! Games! from 2022-12-01T20:16:11

There's three "Games!" in the title because that's how many games I've played since last we spoke. Which ones? Pathfinder 1E, Cyberpunk 2020, and Palladium Fantasy 1E! How's that for a line up?!? P...

408: Some Recaps from 2022-11-19T20:06:39

I recap games of Cyberpunk 2020, Pathfinder 1e, and a cool game by James of Sub Class Act. BJ and Jason call in to say hello. 

407: The Glaswegian Dialect Conservation & Preservation Society from 2022-11-09T04:08:45

We have a very special treat today, boys and girls. Joining us today are two esteemed speakers from the GDC&PS ... or are they? Are there shenanigans afoot? Is everyone who they purport themselves ...

406: Halloween Special #1 from 2022-10-31T17:03:47

I share spooky tales of a ouija board, ghosts, and play a bone chilling message from Spencer. Join me in having a ghoulish good time!  

405: I Failed My Save vs. Unconsciousness from 2022-10-30T22:54:44

After traveling through time, I am back and talking about the first session of Cyberpunk 2020 I ran in more than 30 years! I also give a recap of my surgery and take calls from Runeslinger, Free Th...

404: Sword & Sorcery; Day of the Mighty! from 2022-10-23T19:36:01

Tell all your priests and kings, the Day of the Mighty has arrived! The Skull has decreed that Oct 23rd shall henceforth be known as the Day of the Mighty, a day to celebrate the awesomeness of swo...

403: Back to Back from 2022-10-23T00:38:44

Just like the Warriors will be doing this summer, we're going back to back... stories! The NBA season is once again upon us, and things are looking good. This one kinda goes all over the place, but...

402: Time of the Twins from 2022-10-21T21:41:16

I've started reading Time of the Twins again, the first book in the second trilogy of the Dragonlance books, by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. I read this book for the first and only time back in...

401: Wrathful Recap from 2022-10-17T04:06:10

There's a bunch of stuff in this one. I got two recaps from recent games, more cyberpunk talk, and a few super nice messages about my reaching 400 episodes. Since we're halfway through October, I a...

400: 400 from 2022-10-13T03:16:55

It's my 400th episode , and we're partying! I mean, not really, but it's still totally awesome! Jason, Kevin, Karl, BJ, and me are talking cyberpunk drugs, cyberpunk dragons, sending Anchor message...

399: Do Dragons Dream of Cyberpunk Sheep? from 2022-10-11T03:12:46

I kick off the episode by discussing why the argument of "backstories are lame because someone will show up with a first level character that killed a dragon, and that's just silly" isn't a good ar...

398: It’s Not You, It’s Me from 2022-10-08T19:40:32

In this episode I talk more about my plans for running cyberpunk 2020, take calls from Jason, BJ, Karl, the Pink Phantom, and I have a very special reading by Safer of Safer fantasy crafting. This ...

398: Cyberpunk Rules, Remakes Suck from 2022-10-06T17:59:49

In this episode I give a very fair and unbiased review of my thoughts on theUpcoming remake of The Crow. After that, I talk about awesome stuff like cyberpunk and Jason calls in about a sweet cyber...

397: Wrathful Recap from 2022-10-02T16:27:44

It's the start of OSR October, so I'm going to talk about my most recent session of Pathfinder's Wrath of the Righteous adventure path. What the heck does that have to do with OSRtober? I don't hav...

396: Wishes Get Stitches from 2022-10-01T03:22:40

The Redcaps are coming! The Redcaps are coming! Kevin of the Redcaps podcasts takes the Hindsightless reins and rides it hard! We're talking wishes, dragons, crows, Conan, surgery, the gin, cyberpu...

395: Wishing for a Cyberpunk Future from 2022-09-25T16:26:08

In this episode I talk a bit about the wish spell, Jason and I have a spoiler-filled palaver of the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, and I discuss how Smaug, in fact, was very, very hard to kill. Big ...

394: Return of the Cereal Killers from 2022-09-24T01:09:33

We're baaaaack!!! That's right, I am again joined by my amazing sister to discuss a new cereal. What did we try and what did we think? You'll have to tune in to find out! After that, I have calls f...

393: The Results are In! from 2022-09-21T03:16:23

I recap my session with the MRI and take a call from Jason about the Cyberpunk anime that's currently on Netflix. I also give a quick recap of the session of Reaver RPG that I had the pleasure to p...

392: Wrathful Recap from 2022-09-18T17:13:58

As always in these recaps, there will be spoilers for the Wrath of the Righteous campaign. I have calls from Jason both pre and post session, and I get into the way the session went down. I also ta...

391: Sportsball and Barbarians from 2022-09-17T04:03:26

I've got messages coming in every which way and it totally rules! They're coming in through the Anchor website, Discord, my Google voice number, and even through Facebook (boo Meta!) from the likes...

390: Dragons, Jedi, and Barbarians from 2022-09-14T04:07:09

There's been an interesting discussion about Conan happening on Jason's show the past few episodes, and I have some thoughts. I was going to leave Jason a long message, then I figured it'd be bette...

389: Can I Axe You a Question from 2022-09-11T01:06:26

Taylor's talking Jedi, Jason's talking about my ass, Karl's talking communication, and the Pink Phantom drops the intro to end all intros. All this, and more, in today's RPG filled episode!!!  

388: Should I or Shouldn't I? from 2022-09-07T23:33:09

Recently, I drunkenly asked you if I should interview my non-gamer buddy about why he didn't get into RPG's, and a few of you very kindly respond! Kevin, Spencer, and Jason weigh on the subject, an...

387: Neanderthal Luddite Gutter Jester from 2022-09-06T15:14:51

In this episode I demonstrate just how guerrilla guerrilla-podcasting can get. Spencer drops us a line about messages, Kevin and I talk speed, while Jason and Rob talk best practices when it comes ...

386: Wrathful Recap from 2022-09-05T07:11:22

The bulk of today's episode is dedicated to the latest recap of the Wrath of the Righteous campaign I've been running for the past six months. I also figured out how to play the messages that I upl...

385: I Have a Voice! from 2022-09-03T01:35:29

Jason brings up an advantage of using voice memos to send each other messages, and I announce the arrival of my brand-spanking new Google Voice number!!! Leave me a message at 661-494-6656! 

384: The Last batch from 2022-09-02T02:51:49

This is a collection of what could turn out to be the last messages I ever receive via the now outlawed Anchor app. "They" don't want us to be communicating, because there is strength in numbers. "...

383: RPG-A-Day #31: The End is Here from 2022-09-01T01:23:15

Today, Kevin is giving us some recommendations for sweet audiobook narrator‘s, I’m talking about how long I’ve been doing this thing, and Jason calls in with a sweet ramble. This is a can’t mess!

382: RPG-A-Day #30: What Do You Wanna Do? from 2022-08-31T02:06:41

I discuss my ideas on what RPG-ADay 2023 should look like (spoilers, I super agree with what the GMologist had to say on the subject) and field some calls from Jason and Kevin. We'll talk Malazan, ...

381: RPG-A-Day #29: Who Do I Want? from 2022-08-30T02:57:32

Who would I like to see participate in RPG-A-Day 2023? Tune in and find out. Before that I take some calls from Joe Salvador, the Raven God and our buddy Jason from the Nerd's RPG Variety Cast. Goo...

380: RPG-A-Day #28: My Favorite Cover Art from 2022-08-28T20:41:43

Calls from Anthony and Jason and I talk about  some of my favorite RPG covers.  Cyberpunk 2020 Cover by Doug Anderson My latest Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gr9JzNkkctA

379: RPG-A-Day #27: You've Really Changed from 2022-08-28T01:06:10

A house update, a crow update, a Horgus update, a Malazan update, and calls from Jason and Daniel. Herein is much awesomeness to be had by all! 

378: RPG-A-Day #26: Why Do I Do This? from 2022-08-26T23:53:39

We're back at it again, folks. Only this time, we're focusing more on the dragon side of things. The progenitor of this whole debate, Daniel Norton, of the Bandit's Keep media empire, defends his s...

377: RPG-A-Day 25: Where Have I Been? from 2022-08-26T04:47:15

I'll answer that question in two different ways. No calls. Just me. Have fun! 

376: RPG-A-Day #24: How Long is Too Long? from 2022-08-24T22:09:30

It's really not my fault that this is another 30 minute episode. I have fifteen minutes of calls from Anthony and Jason about the shogoth vs. red dragon debate, and I want everyone out there to get...

375: RPG-A-Day #23: What's Your Situation? from 2022-08-24T01:06:25

A shorter one today where I take a couple of super rad calls from Colin and James. What makes role playing games so cool? Who would win in a fight: Elric or Anamander? What's up with Horgus? All th...

374: RPG-A-Day #22: Who Am I? from 2022-08-23T00:52:38

Today we're fueling up the jets, hitting the runways, and discussing the overwhelming advantage of air superiority. Jason and the Pink Phantom may have some things to say about my "nerd logic", but...

373: RPG-A-Day #21: Another Wrathful Recap from 2022-08-21T21:50:04

I recap the rad session of Wrath of the Righteous I recently ran, talk about Doom Patrol, give a restaurant review, and talk about a thing I like in an RPG setting. This one is jammed packed. All t...

372: RPG-A-Day #20: Magic Spoon from 2022-08-21T00:03:44

Today I have the distinct honor of being joined by the most special guest to appear on this podcast so far! Kevin, of the redcaps podcast, asked for a second opinion on my review of the magic spoon...

371: RPG-A-Day #19: Ten Years On and I'm Still Finding Paths from 2022-08-19T23:50:26

In this episode I talk about why my favorite game is still my favorite game, and then we'll hear from John of the Red Dice Diaries! That's right! He's back; and he's got some stuff to say about map...

370: RPG-A-Day #18: Home is Where the Heart Is from 2022-08-19T01:59:26

Today were talking about a sense of time and place. Ray calls in to tell us about an awesome place to play role playing games and about the time. In which splat books 1st appeared. I’ll talk about ...

369: RPG-A-Day #17: Nerd Logic from 2022-08-18T00:15:09

Today I'm talking about my favorite time period in which to run RPG's. Thanks to some awesome calls from Jason and Kevin, I break down why my discussion of a red dragon beating the shit out of a sh...

368: RPG-A-Day #16: Red Dragon vs. Shogoth from 2022-08-16T23:00:12

Today, I discuss who would win in a fight; a shogoth or a red dragon. I also field some awesome calls from Kevin, Jason, and Anthony. We're talking about which authors would make great DM's. I also...

367: RPG-A-Day #15: The One I Want from 2022-08-15T23:20:44

I think the only bad part of RPG-A-Day month is having to write show notes everyday. I never read show notes, which makes me think that nobody reads show notes, and that's a big ol' stupid fallacy ...

366: RPG-A-Day #14: Tag, You're It! from 2022-08-14T18:45:06

In this episode I give a 100% spoiler free review of the new Sandman series on Netflix, field some calls from Jason, and ask four of my good friends; Anthony of Casting Shadows, Spencer of Keep Off...

365: RPG-A-Day #13: Don't Go Changing from 2022-08-13T16:57:01

Taylor and I talk about how 2E needs to change, Colin and Jason do a fantastic job of explaining why the use of Hearts in ICRPG is more than change for change's sake, and I talk about what  I'd cha...

364: RPG-A-Day #12: Why ask Why? from 2022-08-12T16:56:08

Why did I start gaming? Why the use of hearts in ICRPG? Why does Ernie Hudson kick so much ass? Why is Kevin awesome? All this and more in this jam packed episode! 

363: RPG-A-Day #11 There are Other Worlds Than These from 2022-08-11T17:09:26

In which game setting would I want to live? An amazing question that took me awhile to come up with a good answer. I'm also joined by my buddies Runeslinger and Spikepit to talk about rain, traffic...

362: RPG-A-Day #10: It Can't Reign All the Time from 2022-08-10T19:54:35

In this episode I'm talking about one of my new favorite RPG YouTube channels, The Crow, when I started running games, and my Sasquatch superhero with calls from Jason and Spikepit. That sounds pre...

361: RPG-A-Day #9: First worst, Second Best, Third's the One with the Hairy Chest from 2022-08-10T01:52:10

What was the second RPG I bought? Do you mean before or after my multi-decade hiatus? Just to be safe, let's go over both! 

360: RPG-A-Day #8 from 2022-08-09T04:10:20

Kevin, of the Redcaps podcast, has some tips to help me get my groceries and Jason drops a promo for my show and our ol' buddy Spikepit kicks off today's topic. Are you not entertained? 

359: RPG-A-Day #7: Armies Give Huggies from 2022-08-08T06:19:45

We're talking about the fun little mini-systems that Paizo puts into their adventure paths with calls from Karl and Jason. Paizo rules. You rule. Stay cool. 

358: RPG-A-Day #6 I Am Not a Number! from 2022-08-07T03:17:51

A discussion on how to bring more people into the hobby, a session recap, calls from Jason and Spencer, and my entry for the Unboxing Championship of Anchor! This one has it all!

357: RPG-A-Day #5 from 2022-08-06T04:37:21

Why would people like Beyond the Wall? I'll endeavor to answer that question, as well as respond to calls from Cody M and Jason C. Good times! 

356: RPG-A-Day #4 from 2022-08-04T21:29:52

I have the internet again! In this episode, I answer calls from Joe, Spencer, Anthony, and Jason about my move, my big toe, and my video. Then, I answer the question of where I'd want to run a firs...

355 RPG a day number 12 and three! from 2022-08-01T08:32:25

I am still without access to the Internet from my computer but since Monday is the first day of the first week of RPG a day 2022 I really did not want to miss it! In this episode I cover the first ...

353? Moving day from 2022-07-30T05:34:24

I can’t access the Internet for my computer right now so I think I’m at the right number but if I got it wrong I’m sure Jason will let me know. This is an eclectic one folks.

353: The Penultimate from 2022-07-27T14:16:33

It's my last balcony cast, so I brought along some of my cool podcasting friends to help say goodbye to my lofty views. We'll hear from Cody, Spencer, Taylor, and we even have a super special treat...

352: End of an Era from 2022-07-24T14:31:11

Just a pretty quick one today for you, folks. I have a couple congratulatory calls from Jason and Joe and then I give my session recap for our most recent session of the epic wrath of the righteous...

351: Scientists are F@$&ing Lame from 2022-07-23T13:32:50

Don't get mad at me. I'm not the one who says it. It's one of those guys down there, and probably not the one you suspect. Whichever one of them says it though, does so with such style and panache ...

350: A Wee Bit o' Joe... or Boo to the Build! from 2022-07-20T05:17:34

Joe, Spencer, Menion, Pink Phantom and Jason were all kind enough to answer my question about why people might not like building churches. That, and a very, very special unboxing make this one supe...

349: Jagged Little Pill from 2022-07-16T04:02

Will this be the episode that gets taken down? Let's find out together! Today I'm joined by Brother Chainmail, Professor Green, the mysterious Cody M, and the Other Jason. Everyone deserves a cool ...

348: Just Because You Are A Character, Doesn't Mean You Have Character from 2022-07-14T03:42:50

A crazy coincidence, a chat about character creation, and some musings on minis with; Jason, Daniel, and the Pink Phantom! 

347: Random RPG Ramblings and Chaotic Calls from 2022-07-11T22:38:20

Chaotic in the sense that I didn't know which call was coming next. I put this episode together without checking to see the order of the messages, and it lead to some pretty rad convergences! Big t...

346: It's D&D, Not M&M,Duh! from 2022-07-09T03:33:21

Time for me to reap the whirlwind. Have minis always been a part of the game? Is theater of the mind more OG than maps and minis? Do VTT's really do a better job at simulating the old school feel? ...

345: A Crow By Any Other Name... or A Murder Most Fowl from 2022-07-06T16:41:03

In this episode, I'm talking about crows and B&B's with my awesome friends, Karl, Colin, and Spencer. Check it out Here's the link Colin mentions in the show: https://www.birdsoutsidemywindow.org/...

344: You Can't Spell Old School Gaming Without VTT from 2022-07-02T21:32:41

That, my friends, is what you call a click bait title. Beside that, today we're talking crows, books, Bigfoot, nature, aliens, and state-sanctioned spying with calls from Barney, Jason, Spike Pit, ...

343: Smorgasbord of Awesomeness from 2022-07-01T05:43:56

We're covering a bunch of ground in this mish-mash of an episode. Calls from Goblin's Henchman, Jason, Free Thrall, Runeslinger, and Barney on a variety of various topics. Check it out! 

342: Book Wormin' from 2022-06-28T17:45:53

Today we're talking about one of my favorite things; books! I recently went to a live reading of one of the world's greatest pieces of literature and I want to share that experience with you, my de...

341: Wrathful Aliens and Righteous Intelligence from 2022-06-26T07:02:07

This episode kicks off with a session recap of the most recent session of Wrath of the Righteous, in which I do some self-analysis of my online DM'ing strengths and weaknesses. Then, we're talking ...

340: Paleolithic: The Musical from 2022-06-25T01:18:22

I've brought some of my good friends along with me to discuss our ancient past with the amazing Barney Dicker of Loco Ludus fame! Barney comes at this discussion from a different angle, and it re-f...

339: The Return of the Tolkien? from 2022-06-22T21:47:28

I know, I know. Enough already, right? But there was a big announcement in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien and I want to talk about it and see what y'all think. That's not really much of a show, so I a...

338: Ring Mail Wearing Arcane Ravens Put on a Variety Cast from 2022-06-22T03:19:50

I’m imagining the scene that the title describes and it’s making me very happy right now.. A murder of armor clad crows throwing a rad party? Yeah, that rules!  Ok, but today we're talking more ab...

337: Conan in the Sands of Time from 2022-06-21T02:52:51

Rob, aka Menion, starts us off with  his thoughts on Conan, and the futility of trying to sum up humanity in a single story. That leads us perfectly into some very interesting discussions on human-...

336: Pyramid Schemes from 2022-06-17T06:05:03

Karl and I are talking pyramids and basketball. 'Nuf said! 

335: Sweet Dreams Are Made of This from 2022-06-14T22:04:35

To sleep, perchance to dream. We're diving back into my psyche with the completion of my dream analysis by the fantastic Julz from NZ. You heard the first part of her break down of my dream a few e...

334: Wrath of the Recap from 2022-06-14T00:13:12

My deepest and most humble apologies to all of you, but especially to Jason, for misnumbering my last episode. This episode has the correct number and I will try to never let such an egregious mist...

333: Persistence of Time from 2022-06-10T02:28:11

Named after one of the greatest metal albums from the 80's of all time, this time-themed episode is an interesting one. Instead of the standard format, where callers are responding to things I said...

231: Fasting Times at Nightmare High from 2022-06-05T18:36:50

It's been a minute, but I'm back! I'm joined today by some fantastic folks that want to talk about dreams and fasting. I also report on the latest session of my Wrath of the Righteous campaign, and...

230: Hungry Nightmares from 2022-05-30T14:07:55

You want calls? I got calls. Calls from Jason, Joe, and Collin make this a very special episode! We'll be talking about home-brew games, stretching our gaming wings, Scooby Doo  D&D, fasting, and n...

229: Rules, Remembering, and a Rant from 2022-05-27T23:31:06

A lot of light and a little dark, but the dark is at the very end so it's easy to skip. I talk sports ball, new campaigns, and relearning the rules. There's a short political diatribe at the end , ...

228: Sports Ball! from 2022-05-21T05:14:20

I'm back and talking about the NBA, moving houses, and campaigns. Pink Phantom, Jason, and Karl join me on this introspective episode!  

227: Crowdendum from 2022-05-12T07:34:11

Just a quick one after getting back home to Seattle. I have three calls that I want to play because I think they're each special in their own way. Thank you very much to Colin, B. J., and Jason. No...

226: Wolves of Northern Darkness from 2022-05-10T00:19:15

My last two episodes generated a ton of amazing call in's, and I'm sharing them with you here and now! In this episode we'll hear from Goblin's Henchman, Joe the Raven God, Jason of the Variety Cas...

225: Home Sweet Home from 2022-05-08T22:06:15

I finally made it to my mom's house! I received lots of lovely calls from folks wishing me well on my hectic journey, and I'll play a few of those today. Additionally, we'll talk about the awesomen...

224: Got to Get Up to Get Down from 2022-05-06T22:14:24

We're all over the the place in this one folks. Karl talks a bit about session recaps and Jasons asks the hard hitting questions, but not just to me. Who else does Jason question? You'll have to tu...

223:A Connection is Made from 2022-05-04T19:27:02

Everything is a pattern. There are no such things as coincidences. Outer space is a lie! Today, we're connecting the dots on the entire vampire-werewolf conspiracy. The Arcane Alienist has his stri...

222: A Dash of This and That from 2022-05-04T02:08:39

We're covering a lot of topics today; capes, British literature, British litature-based RPG's, rolling, KISS, and more! To help me talk about all this, I have with me today an amazing lineup of sup...

321: Vamps Bite Back from 2022-04-30T01:33:26

Despite me saying nothing but nice things about werewolf's in all these episodes some harsh words were spoken about vampires in Pack Tactics, and that cannot stand. Jason and Julz had some thoughts...

320: Pack Tactics from 2022-04-24T23:46:07

The moon is out and it's time to howl!  We're once more getting wolfie with it with Free Thrall, Goblin's Henchman, and the GMologist. I also give a recap of the epic, 9-hour long, in-person finale...

319: Get Your Doggies ROllin' from 2022-04-22T22:57:33

Dice are nice, but not everyone thinks so. Today, Jason, Karl, Goblin's Henchman and I are talking when to roll, what to roll, and how much to roll. Let the good times roll! 

318: What's Old is New Again from 2022-04-20T02:46:17

Today I have session recaps for the last Wrath of the Righteous game I ran and a Rules Cyclopedia game in which I played. I also have some calls from folks yelling at me (not really) about the orig...

317: Howling at the Moon from 2022-04-15T22:44:53

The pack grows! Some of Anchor's finest called in to explain why werewolves rule, but I'm not going to tell you who they are here, you cheeky devil. You'll have to listen to find out! We also have ...

316: King of the OSR from 2022-04-15T00:30:26

Despite the title of this episode, we're talking old school games today, not OSR games. I have calls from several of the Anchor luminaries: Jason of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast, Taylor of Clerics Wear ...

315: Full Moon Fever from 2022-04-12T16:28:25

Today, Jason, Mr. Henchman and myself are talking werewolves and werewolf movies. Jason is trying to balance the scales and he tells us why werewolves are cool! 

314: On Pain and Hidden Rolls from 2022-04-10T23:04:37

For the first time in the history of this show, a caller thinks I had a good idea about old school RPG's and I need to talk about it! Let's also talk about our old man injuries, because through our...

313: On Beasts and Leeches from 2022-04-09T06:55:31

It's my 13th episode (my three hundredth and thirteenth actually, but who's counting?) so let's get spooky! Today we're talking monsters! More specifically, we're talking vampires and werewolves. E...

312: On Werewolves and Hidden Rolls from 2022-04-02T15:41:15

In today's episode, Spike Pit's talking literary genres, Jason's talking werewolves, and I'm asking why thieves can't hear themselves. 

311: Grab Baggin' With Karl from 2022-03-31T14:43:29

I throw out a lot of... topics on this show, but not all of them get as much traction as others. That said, Karl has been calling in over the past several episodes, touching on subjects that no one...

310: What Are We Protecting? from 2022-03-28T14:39:48

Brian's back and badder than ever! That's right, the host of the Have to Look That Up podcast and Jason of the Nerds (we'll talk about Nerds later on) RPG Variety Cast both left me interesting mess...

309: On Firestarters and Swan Boats from 2022-03-26T17:48:52

This one is kind of a beast, but it's worth it, I promise. Today, I review the Jane Austin inspired RPG, Good Society, and I bring a special guest on the show to talk about Firestarter. Spoilers, b...

308: Murder Niches aka Hobo Protection from 2022-03-25T20:38:07

Today we're talking murder hobos, miscommunications, and niche protection with some great calls from Julz from NZ, Jason Conerley, the Pink Phantom and Runeslinger, from the Casting Shadows podcast...

307: The Legend of Diah the Fightah from 2022-03-23T14:43:28

Gather 'round, my lovelies, listen to the canticle of Diah the Fighter. I don't actually sing, but Diah did hit the table last night in my first ever game of the Rules Cyclopedia version of D&D and...

306: Prodigy from 2022-03-21T04:26:40

I realized I had more to say about my WotR session immediately after pressing "Publish" on my last episode and my buddy, Karl, gave me the perfect excuse with his awesome message. Karl's message al...

305: The Ocho from 2022-03-20T17:41:49

I correct in egregious mistake I made in my last episode and I give a recap to my most recent session of the Pathfinder first edition adventure path, wrath of the righteous! Speech to text does not...

303: A Gentle Ramble from 2022-03-16T03:17:43

Today was a rough one and I just want to chat with some of my friends about gaming and stuff. Who's down? We've got Jason, Karl, Julz, and Mr. Henchman himself chatting about world building, awesom...

302: Niches Get Stiches from 2022-03-12T15:30

It sounds better when you say it, especially if you mispronounce niche the way I so often do in this episode. Were also talking shields and haircuts, with calls from Jason, John, and the Green brot...

301: The People's Voice Will Be Heard! from 2022-03-11T15:51:23

I've calculated and verified the votes. There were no hanging chads, no voter fraud, no pathetic Election Day attempted insurrection lead by a bunch of hateful simpletons. No! It was a clean electi...

300: Death and Balance from 2022-03-09T01:05:28

It's my 300th episode, so what better time to talk about death? Today we're talking Death Trap Dungeon and character death. More specifically, the rules for provisions in the Fighting Fantasy books...

299: let’s Party! from 2022-03-07T18:13:19

I am again face with the dilemma and I’m looking for some help from my friends! The situation on the ground has changed due to more Intel and now I’m conflicted again. Can you help me decide what w...

298: Wrath of the Death Trap from 2022-03-06T20:45:09

Beware, for this episode is fully trapped! First, I talk about my first ever experience with a Fighting Fantasy book that I played with the amazing Julz From NZ. Then we'll finish up with a bunch o...

297: Magus from 2022-03-04T16:13:46

Today I go in to a bit of detail on my thought process while making a new character and I pose a question as to the difference between niche protection and party balance. Do you have the answer? I ...

296: Rat on the Run from 2022-03-02T20:41:47

My last session of Curse of the Crimson Throne was so hectic and gnarly that I need to tell you about it! But first, Jason needs to clear the air and Goblin'sHenchman has something to say about shi...

295: Hubris Sucks from 2022-02-27T14:29:56

Ever had a session that just goes super wrong? I have. Let’s talk about it. I also have calls from Jason and the Raven God himself, Joe Salvador. It’s the calls that really make the show and I just...

294: Hello, My Name Is Joe, and I'm A Bad Player from 2022-02-25T18:27:38

That's right, folks. I talk a lot about what it takes to be a good player, but it's all lies. Lies, I tell ya! My dirty little secret has had the brilliant light of truth shined upon it and I must ...

292: Legend of Diah from 2022-02-24T19:31:40

Today we talk about mind control, my Rules Cyclopedia character, if there's any reason to buy a shield in Rules Cyclopedia, missing players, assigning RPG homework, and The Legend of Vox Machina. L...

291: Down The Line from 2022-02-20T18:11:10

Welcome to the JJ Ranch, just don't shift us to the right. I got Jason and John with me today and they got some stuff to say. I also talk about the character I'm making for an upcoming one shot of ...

290: Missing Players, Hold Person, and Cartoons from 2022-02-19T05:56:49

Just me today, folks. I have a couple things I want to talk about, so I thought we'd have us a little sit down. Two situations  arose during my most recent session of Curse of the Crimson Throne th...

289: Blood Sorcerers Two from 2022-02-15T19:51:08

He's right. Your welcome.

288: Jason Takes Hindsightless! from 2022-02-15T02:39:15

Tonight we dive into the mysteries of what one man said and another man heard. The signs and portents are there. The codes have been passed. The cyphers have been broken. We'll plumb the depths of ...

287: Ladies Night from 2022-02-14T05:14:23

Well it's lady's night and I'm feeling right. A pair of wonderful calls from the amazing Julz from NZ and the radiant Lieren from Updates from the Middle of Nowhere. I'm one lucky former lady! 

286: Crow Cast from 2022-02-13T06:32:58

Right, another fantastic session of Wrath of the Righteous in the books and I'm going to talk about it. I have calls from Karl and Jason. One of them tells the other one that he was wrong when he s...

285: Birthday Wishes and Witches from 2022-02-10T21:32:35

It's been a long time, but I'm back. A little older. A little less wise, but still hanging on. I had an awesome birthday and I want to tell you about it. From a rad game session, to hanging with a ...

284: Mish Mash from 2022-02-02T01:58:23

With a little help from my friends; Jason, Karl, and Colin I cover all sorts of topics in this episode. I go into some specifics about what I've learned about Roll20, how Pathfinder's negative leve...

283: Puzzle Party! from 2022-01-30T02:53:51

Jason was kind enough to remind us all that today (at time of recording) is National Puzzle Day in the States, and I freakin' love puzzles! I also have some calls from Menion and Jason. How's my pr...

282: Where's theLine? from 2022-01-25T06:18:34

A few messages from Karl and a couple from Jason. More proof that it's ok for friends to disagree with each other. Only, which friend do I disagree with? There's only wone way to find out! 

281:Terendelev's Lament from 2022-01-24T04:19:50

It happened! The first session of my Wrath of the Righteous campaign has happened and it was... you'll have to tune in to find out! We also have calls from Jason, Menion, and good ol' Spike Pit. It...

280: The Karl & Amy Show from 2022-01-20T23:33:36

It's all Karl , all the time, with a dash of Amy thrown in for good measure.  I also give a quick recap of the Curse of the Crimson Throne game and talk a little bit about what I’ve been up to late...

279: A Mini, Unexpected pre-RichterCon 202X from 2022-01-17T03:26:23

I played so many games this week! I played Talisman, OSRIC, Pathfinder 1E, and used one of Mr. Henchmen's amazing Hex Flowers for the first time!  

178: The Cleric Takes the Stage from 2022-01-12T08:36:50

ALl Cleric, all the time. Just me and Taylor on this one, talking about how much crunchier AD&D is than Pathfinder. Good times! 

277: Golf Uniform Mike from 2022-01-10T21:40:33

Calls from Spencer, Julz, Karl, Taylor, Menion, Jason, and Colin. Now, if that's not a cavalcade of coolness, a barrage of bad assary, a deluge of dopiness, then I don't know what is! I also make a...

276: New Year, Same Game from 2022-01-05T07:09:59

... and a new game! It's my first episode of 2022 and I kicked off the year by running and playing Pathfinder 1E and reading up on a game that recently came across my radar. Let's talk RPG's! 

275: On Gum Boots and Beer from 2021-12-31T01:01:41

... and Chuck Norris. This fun little episode features amazing calls from Rob the Tim'rous Bushi, Colin "Spike Pit" Green, Julz "Mistress of the Saltmarshes" Burgisser, Jason "Master of Movies" Con...

274: More Christmas Cheer from 2021-12-27T19:37:03

Calls from Jason, Anthony and Karl. Talking about Warhammer Fantasy Quest, Christmas lasagna, the war on Christmas, and the uselessness of the Anchor search function. 

273: Krismas with Karl from 2021-12-25T20:36:15

It's Christmas Day 2021 as I drop this episode and I hope all y'all are having a wonderful day full of family, friends, and holiday cheer. I had a bunch of messages from Karl, so I thought to mysel...

272: Airport Cast from 2021-12-23T05:12:07

I love drinking at airport bars, but when the airport bar has the best beer, Rainier, on tap it's a whole different ball game. Most of this episode was recorded at the airport bar between drinks. W...

271: Tools for the Toolbox from 2021-12-19T02:40:23

I asked for your thoughts on a couple of issues that have come up around my Curse of the Crimson Throne game and Anchor came through with gusto!!! Jason, Menion, and Spencer all come through with s...

270: Pink and Teal from 2021-12-17T06:25:12

Session recaps, RPG ponderings, a very pretty Clerics Wear Ring Mail and Billy Ocean. Yup, this one really does have it all! 

269: The Golden Rule Re-Revisited from 2021-12-12T14:28:28

Jason argues with himself, Taylor spins a cunning little yarn, and Karl talks about counting... could you ask for anything more? Let's discuss my observation that, based partially on the messages f...

268: Call & Response from 2021-12-09T06:06:46

Calls from Jason, Karl, RFED, Spencer, and Joe the God of Ravens!!! Put that in your earholes and smoke it! 

267: A Drunken Ramble from 2021-12-05T19:26:11

Here's 13 minutes of me drunkenly, but happily, talking about my life. Spoilers; it's pretty rad sometimes. Zero RPG content. You have been warned. 

266: Games! Games! Games! from 2021-12-05T05:03:28

I played in three, count 'em, THREE whole games this week! I played Pathfinder 1E(still feels weird to have to write the 1E), Dungeon Crawl Classics, and Beyond the Wall and I want to talk about th...

265: The Time of Cowboy Sex from 2021-12-03T00:49:50

More discussion on the RPG aspects of Wheel of Time and Cowboy Beebop, as well as some more talk on Netflix's Sex Education. Calls from Karl and Jason. 

264: The Sex of Time from 2021-12-01T00:17:31

HERE THERE BE SPOILERS! I'm lucky enough to be joined, live, by Jason of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast for an in-depth, spoiler-filled discussion of the Amazon Prime show Wheel of Time and the first nov...

263: The Wheel of Cowboy Education from 2021-11-29T17:02:35

I talk about the massive mountain of media I consumed over the long, Thanksgiving weekend. We're talking Wheel of Time, Cowboy Beebop, and Netflix's Sex Education. 

262: Let’s Talk Turkey from 2021-11-26T16:26:26

Today we’ll talk about Thanksgiving, masters of the universe, wheel of time, cowboy bebop, and funnels. This one really does have it all! It’s a multi media extravaganza!

261: This One has a Title from 2021-11-24T22:50:49

In the last 18 hours (at time of recording) I've consumed part 2 of Masters of the Universe: Revelations and episode 1 of The Wheel of Time, and I want to talk about them. I give two, 100% spoiler-...

260: from 2021-11-22T03:45:39

I talk about the work I'm doing on my Beyond the Wall game that I will turn, by hook or by crook, into a campaign! I also have messages from Karl, Jason, BJ, and a first-time caller to the show! We...

259: The Chosen One? from 2021-11-20T21:38:50

We got calls from Taylor, Ray, Jason, Daniel, and Karl talking about recipes, troop play, missing players, and the idea of the Chosen One PC in RPG's. Does it really happen? Also, we have part 3 of...

258: Scorpion Plague Nightmare Fuel from 2021-11-19T01:24:10

I talk about scorpions beating the crap out of an entire Egyptian city, food and festivals in our games, and I have  calls from BJ, Jason and Spencer. It must be the holiday season because these me...

257: All for One and One for All from 2021-11-18T04:05:34

A message from Jason, a session recap, some Dear Abby advice, and a brand new, never-before-heard-on-this-podcast segment! This one really does have it all! 

256: The Jason & Joe Show feat. Menion from 2021-11-14T14:04:09

The title pretty much says it all. I'll keep it well under an hour this time, I promise 😎

255: Anchorites Assemble 3 from 2021-11-13T17:00:43

I recap the two kick ass sessions I played in this week and we have calls from Jason, Karl, Menion, Taylor and Daniel. We also have a brand new segment called "Answers From the Sheets with Dr. Love...

254: The Golden Rule Revisited from 2021-11-11T23:57:57

In episode 253 I presented several theories. Taylor, Jason, and Daniel all had lots to say on those theories. I share their thoughts with you here and now. They each present very thoughtful and eng...

253: The Golden Rule from 2021-11-09T00:48:31

In this episode I talk about why gold for XP doesn’t inherently encourage exploration, random tables, and Jason scolds me over privacy concerns. This is an interesting one, folks!

253: Beyond the Guardians from 2021-11-08T02:38:46

Just more of me fawning over my new love, Beyond the Wall, but this time I throw in a session recap from a League of Eternal Guardians game in which I recently played. Good stuff! 

252: Those Windy City Blues Ain't Got a Hold on Me from 2021-11-04T23:58:52

I'm back! A few calls from Jason and Spencer, some talk about Beyond the Wall and Pathfinder and one of the most disturbing facts I've learned in a long time. This one's pretty good! 

251: Sauced Story Time from 2021-11-01T00:13:23

Calls from Jason, Karl, Spencer, and a drunken tirade from me. Could you really ask for anything more? This episode is being released on October 31st of 2021, so HAPPY HALLOWEEN Y'ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

250: Beyond the Wall; Dark Mode from 2021-10-30T16:57:11

It's the sppok-tacular recap for my Halloween 2021, first-ever session of the fantastic game, Beyond the Wall! Happy Halloween!!!

249: Anchorites Assemble 2 from 2021-10-27T02:52:32

In this episode we'll talk about the Dying Earth RPG, the Dune RPG, GM power, Lovecraft Country, my awesome grandpa, Ozzy Osborn, crafting your own minis, and much, much more! It's a real banger!!!...

248: Let's Talk about Books, Ba-by 2 from 2021-10-24T23:50:36

Let's talk more about Dune, the Dying Earth, faerie-themed literature, and those sticky subjects that seem to pop up in the older fiction we love. I have calls from Karl, BJ, Jason, and a very, ver...

247: Dune from 2021-10-23T07:49:45

I saw the new Dune movie. 

246: Fantasy World Maps for Game Master from 2021-10-22T22:29:51

Just a couple quick non-session recaps and a non-unboxing. It’s more interesting than it sounds!

275: Let's Talk About Books, Ba-by from 2021-10-21T01:35:28

What? It's totally different. I used "Books" instead of "Death" this time. Totally different. I got some really cool messages about my discussion of Jack Vance's Dying Earth stories and I want to s...

274: Playing with Myself from 2021-10-19T16:26:54

It’s a 20+ minute long ramble on the way I prep for a new game. No calls. No weighty subjects. Just me talking about doing something I love. Links to the Youtube channels I mention: Scary Fairy Go...

273: Voices in the Darkness from 2021-10-18T17:20:50

I said I wouldn't talk about this silly "debate" anymore unless people specifically wanted to. Well, turns out some folks had some stuff to say! Julz from NZ let's us know how she feels about the o...

273: The Heart of the Matter from 2021-10-15T22:33:28

Calls from Karl, Spencer and Jason lead me into the meat of this episode. I give my final thoughts (yeah, right) on the idea that the players and the DM are playing different games. Is that why I'v...

272: Top 5 Spookiest Monsters and The Dying Earth from 2021-10-15T05:17:26

Content Warning: In this episode I touch on some sensitive subjects. I talk about fictionalized sexual assault and domestic violence. If you don't want to hear about those topics, please skip the s...

271: These Monsters are A-Wandering 2 from 2021-10-14T16:08:10

Spencer, BJ, Karl and Jason have stuff to say about wandering monster tables, fudging, breakfast cereal, and Judas Priest, but mostly wandering monster tables, I promise. It's a good time! 

270: These Monsters are A-Wandering from 2021-10-12T05:53:41

I tell the tale of one of the most exciting and dynamic fights I’ve ever had playing Pathfinder and answer Jason‘s question about my thoughts on wandering monsters. BJ and Karl join the club as wel...

269: Counting Arrows is a Skill 2 from 2021-10-10T03:23:06

Calls from Karl, Spencer, Jason, and Daniel on the topic of player skill, what it means, and why it's important.

268: Anchorites Asemble 2 from 2021-10-09T03:07:02

In episode 267 I said my next episode was going to be about player skill. I lied. I have a ton a rad messages from Jason, John, Karl, Spencer, Julz and B.J.talking about topics from the last Anchor...

267: Skinner & Rain from 2021-10-08T03:21:31

I tell the tales of Skinner's journey through the Pathfinder AP Curse of the Crimson Throne and of Rain's misdeeds in the gritty world of Cyberpunk 2020. I think they'd be friends if they ever met....

266: A Brief Hypothetical from 2021-10-04T09:26:50

Jason asked me to ponder more deeply on the fratricidal character assassination situation as laid out in earlier episodes and KARL favors us with an update on the relationship status between all ag...

265: Anchorites Assemble! from 2021-10-03T07:07:56

It's a mash up of messages from all across Anchor. In calls from Ray Ottis, Julz from NZ, the Arcane Alienist, Karl Rodriguez, and Jason we'll discuss topics ranging from character backstory, the m...

264: Let's Talk About Death, Ba-By 2 from 2021-10-02T07:07:38

Spencer and I pay homage to the lost, Jason speaks of fates worse than death, and Karl calls in with a tale of conspiracy, murder, and fratricide. This one's got it all!

263: Counting Arrows is a Skill? from 2021-10-01T09:21:50

Just me talking about player skill in RPG's. Enjoy! 

262: Hero Protagonist 3 from 2021-09-28T07:07:53

In this very special episode, we're going back to backstories with back-to-back stories from Karl and Taylor. Plus, Jason calls in to argue with himself. This is one you don't want to miss! We even...

261: Kept Off the Borderlands from 2021-09-27T07:09:16

For far too long Spencer has been cruelly kept off my show. No longer! Today, it's just Spencer and me. Damn, Spencer & Me sounds like the title for a buddy cop drama or 80's detective show. Maybe ...

260: Curse of the Crimson Throne Recap from 2021-09-25T07:13:56

Let's talk about crows and the super fun session of Curse of the Crimson Throne that just happened! 

259: Let's Talk About Death, Ba-by from 2021-09-23T07:38:54

Karl and Arlen have some interesting views onPC death, and the fates that can be much, much worse that they wanted to share, so here they are. What better way to kick off the spooky season than by ...

258: A Hard Rain Will Fall from 2021-09-21T17:44:20

Yup. This is a thing now.

257: Hero Protagonist 2 from 2021-09-20T16:36:18

Let's dig deep into character backstories. The pros, the cons, and the in-betweens. Safer, B.J., Karl, Jason, Daniel and Arlen each leave some super interesting Messages on the topic and they all g...

256: Do You Even Game, Bro? from 2021-09-19T06:52:06

Sometimes I stop yaking about games for long enough to actually play them. Crazy, right? Today I offer, for your listening pleasure, two gaming recaps and a review of a new RPG I just picked up. It...

255: Hero Protagonist from 2021-09-17T12:40:27

Titled after the best-named main character in all of fiction, this episode features a discussion on what it means to be a hero between Daniel and myself. 

254: Mathfinder, but For Real from 2021-09-15T20:13:52

I had someone call in with an emergency question that I felt needed and warranted an immediate response. Julz From NZ, I hope you find this enlightening. 

253: Here There Be Monsters 2 from 2021-09-15T06:26:55

R.I.P. Norm Macdonald I have some awesome messages from Jason, B.J., Daniel  and Arlen. We're talking medieval times, monsters and more!

252: Here There Be Monsters from 2021-09-12T12:59:23

The min/maxing discussion has been put on pause. We may revisit the topic, we may not. Either way, today I have some fantastic calls from Arelin, B.J., Karl and Jason. We talk Curse of the Crimson ...

251: Raiding the Bandit’s Keep from 2021-09-10T04:32:02

It's just me and Daniel. All day, baby! You ready to talk about min/maxing, power building, life in a fantasy land? how to cook steaks, and much, much more? Then this is the episode for you!

250: Twisted Paths from 2021-09-09T14:52:43

I think we could all use a respite from the min/maxing discussion, so in this episode I'll recap the second session of the Curse of the crimson Throne adventure that I'm currently playing. In short...

249: You Thought it was Over? from 2021-09-07T15:14:26

Not by a long shot. People had more to say on min/maxing and I'll be damned if I won't share their words with you. Messages of encouragement and disapproval pepper this spicy episode. I have calls ...

248: The People Respond from 2021-09-06T17:58:48

The pitchforks have been lit and the torches sharpened! RFED, B.J., and Jason all have lots to say about my min/maxing episode. As I want my show to be a Bastian for open conversation and diverse o...

247: Min/Maxing Makes Sense from 2021-09-04T11:23:41

In today's episode, I have some really fun calls from Jason, Taylor and Karl. What? You were expecting more? Oh, ok. I guess I'll talk about why an optimized adventurer fits into the fiction better...

246: Skinner Makes Some Friends from 2021-09-02T16:11:41

In today's episode I discuss my first foray into Paizo's Curse of the crimson Throne adventure path and my first in-person interactions with this group. I also discuss the dismissiveness and weakne...

245: RPG-A-Day #31 Thank from 2021-08-31T15:37:53

I thank the folks that have helped me get through this month, this year, and that helped me name my new Pathfinder character. Thank you all for listening, each and every one. 

244: RPG-A-Day # 30 Mention from 2021-08-30T21:55:29

Jason and B.J. have thoughts about my Solo episode and I'm going to share them with you. 

243: RPG-A-Day #29 System from 2021-08-29T07:30:15

In this giant-sized, action-packed episode we'll discuss ancient history, the cyberpunk future, U.S. Revolutionary-era weapons, the Bronze Age collapse, and much, much more! It's RPG-A-Day and it's...

242: RPG-A-Day #28 Solo from 2021-08-28T07:08:08

I have so many messages to share with you from my past couple of episodes... and you won't find any of them here! Today, I'm flying solo! It's just you and me, my lovelies. Sit back, relax, and let...

241: RPG-A-Day #27 Fraction from 2021-08-27T09:08:57

Let's talk about the end of the world! Jason calls in with his thoughts on the theory of human history that I proposed in episode 239, and Taylor drops another global cataclysm on our heads!  Big ...

240: Karl Claps Back! from 2021-08-26T20:37:25

I received so many messages about my previous episode (ep. 239) that I had to split them into two episodes.  In this non-RPG-A-Day episode Karl, of the GMologist Presents podcast, responds to the ...

239: RPG-A-Day #26 Theory from 2021-08-26T06:25:26

This episode is jam-packed with hours of newly leaked, never-before heard audio files of top REDACTED officials discussing the REDACTED of the REDACTED. You do not want to miss this one. It's going...

238: RPG-A-Day #25 Welcome from 2021-08-25T07:19:16

This word couldn't have come at a more perfect time, as I welcome a new contributor to the show in this episode. I also have calls from RFED and Karl, so let's do it! It's RPG-A-Day and it's open f...

237: RPG-A-Day #24 Translate from 2021-08-24T07:03:35

B.j. and Jason stop by to talk more about the Wizard of Bloat and I discuss how I use translations to be a better DM.  As a head's up; there's talk about what's going on at OnlyFans in this episod...

236: RPG-A-Day #23 Memories from 2021-08-24T00:51:39

Strap in y'all, it's gonna be a long one! Jason stops by to talk about bloat, then he and Spike Pit gave me some awesome ideas for names for my new Pathfinder character and his mother. We even have...

236: RPG-A-Day #26 Memories from 2021-08-23T06:56:29

Strap in y'all, it's gonna be a long one! Jason stops by to talk about bloat, then he and Spike Pit gave me some awesome ideas for names for my new Pathfinder character and his mother. We even have...

235: RPG-A-Day #22 Substitute from 2021-08-22T07:13:48

Jason and Karl call in to talk about simplicity, bloat, and the Wizard of Oz. I tell a fun story about meeting a Paizo employee in person and ask you, the most amazing listeners in the world, for h...

234: RPG-A-Day #21 Simplicity from 2021-08-21T14:26:01

Karl's talking Wizard of Oz, Jason's talking Pathfinder, and I'm talking about one of the most overrated terms in RPG's. It's RPG-A-Day and it's popping'!

233: RPG-A-Day #20 Foundation from 2021-08-20T07:02:58

I was pretty tired when I recorded this episode, though I do my best to keep it coherent. Luckily, we have the likes of Taylor, Mr. Henchman, and Jason to guide us through these tremulous times. It...

232: RPG-A-Day #19 Theme from 2021-08-19T07:01:33

Jason and I discuss my fake dad and I ramble about the common themes that pop up in my campaigns. It's RPG-A-Day and it totally rocks!

231: RPG-A-Day #18 Write from 2021-08-18T16:02:27

Jason, Karl, and B.J. have more to say about moving during combat in RPG's. Then, I ponder about which system would be best suited for a scenario or adventure written by Stephen King. It's RPG-A-Da...

230: RPG-A-Day #17 Trap from 2021-08-17T14:18:34

It's a trap!

229: RPG-A-Day #16 Move from 2021-08-16T15:20:50

Taylor shares an amazing story about getting bitten by an unusual animal, Jason has some suggestions for Karl, and I try to think of something to say about move. It's day 16 of RPG-A-Day 2021, so l...

228: J.R.R. Talkin #1 If It Bleeds from 2021-08-15T21:10:08

This is the first in a new series of episodes where I'll talk about the book(s) I'm currently reading. I'll sprinkle these J.R.R. Talkin episodes in amongst my regular episodes. All praise to the i...

227: RPG-A-Day #15 Supplement from 2021-08-15T15:47:50

Jason wants swear words, Karl pontificates on possible post-apocalyptic systems, and I discussed two of my favorite RPG supplements. It's a good time!

226: RPG-A-Day #14 Fun from 2021-08-14T09:08:59

Given my recent diatribes on the evils of the phrase "beer and pretzels", is anyone really surprised that I went with the alternate word for today? Jason extends an olive branch, Julz drops some Ma...

225: RPG-A-Day #13 Flood from 2021-08-13T07:03:43

Julz and Jason have thoughts. Thoughts that they want to share with you! Then I mess everything up by talking about floods or something. 

224: RPG-A-Day #12 Think from 2021-08-12T07:00:07

We finally finished Rise of the Runelords and I discuss the super crazy final battle. Mr. Henchman and Karl then stop by for a chat. Then our old friend Spike Pit leads us perfectly into today's to...

223: RPG-A-Day #11 Wilderness from 2021-08-11T07:22:43

Jason’s talking beer & pretzels, two of the FUNdamental building blocks of D&D. Then I start getting all esoteric and talk about getting weird in the woods.

222: RPG-A-Day #10 Trust from 2021-08-10T15:13:26

There was a quick turn around after the Masters of the Universe episode and Jason and Karl have some stuff to say about the Netflix cartoon. Should we trust what they have to say? See what I did th...

221: RPG-A-Day #9 Medium from 2021-08-09T07:30:18

B.J. of the Arcane Alienist podcast calls in with some fantastic feedback on the Masters of the Universe episode that I did with Julz from NZ. He's got some really cool insight and corrections toon...

220: RPG-A-Day #8 Stream; feat. Julz From NZ from 2021-08-08T21:55:11

For today's word, stream, the captivating Julz From NZ stops by to discuss the new Masters of the Universe show currently streaming on Netflix. What does Julz, with no prior exposure to He-Man, thi...

219: RPG-A-Day #7 Small from 2021-08-07T08:10:08

Calls from Jason, Karl, and Mr. Henchman round out this tiny episode. 

218: RPG-A-Day #6 Flavor from 2021-08-06T07:23:27

Today's episode is an unplanned simulcast with the GMologist Presents podcast. Karl and I are both talking about Game of Thrones. Go check out his show then come back. I also have a call from B.J. ...

216: RPG-A-Day #5 Throne from 2021-08-05T16:09:31

Karl and Jason call in about my episode on weapons and ol' Spike Pit leads us right into our discussion on thrones. Enjoy!

216: RPG-A-Day #4 Weapon from 2021-08-04T16:13:53

Today I talk about the most dangerous weapon of all. No, not love. I’m talking about magic and fighting a super high-level wizard.

215: RPG-A-Day #3 Tactic from 2021-08-03T07:06:38

A few calls from Karl leads us right into today's discussion of tactics. 

214: Seven Sons of Seven Sons from 2021-08-02T13:59:29

Some of Anchor's brightest stars pop in to share their wisdom on a few of the topics from my past couple shows. We'll be talking shopping, social encounters, and combat duration. Today's show featu...

213: RPG-A-Day #2 Maps from 2021-08-02T08:11:35

Map talk and calls from Jason and Karl. Thanks, dudes! 

212: RPG-A-Day #1 Scenario from 2021-08-01T16:35:37

It's RPG-A-Day time again! That snuck right up on me. Let's kick this thing off with some talk about scenarios. 

211: Let's Get Social from 2021-07-31T05:09:14

Barney and Karl call in with their thoughts on shopping and social situations in RPG's and I make one of my always popular comparisons between OSR games and Pathfinder.

210: The Unknown Road from 2021-07-30T00:08:42

Warning: If hearing raw emotion isn't your thing, you may want to skip this one. And this was the take that I could use! Here's a rad message from Karl and the news I was alluding to in episode 209. 

209: It's Been Awhile from 2021-07-27T11:19:17

I'm back folks! After a bombardment of episodes from me, I took a little break. Now, I'm back with some hot new calls and a session recap of an amazing session in which I recently played!  What hap...

208: 50 for 50 from 2021-07-18T23:02:33

It looks like the Anchorites are planning RichterCon202X and they got some amazing ideas!!! Jason, B.J., Karl, Mr. Henchman, and Andy all throw their hats into the ring on when, where and how this ...

207: Communal Tongues from 2021-07-16T21:45:46

I played some games for the first time in what seems like forever! Let's talk about 'em!!! Games might've been a stretch. 

206: My Call In's Weigh a Ton from 2021-07-14T23:31

Coming at you faster than the spray from my AK, it's another episode about guns! Jason has some more to say and Karl Rodriguez drops some gun science on our butts. He also talks about the worst RPG...

205: Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking' Call In's from 2021-07-14T05:57:53

Hey, Joe! Where you going with that gun in your hand? In what might be the last episode on guns, Barry of the GM Shadow podcast and Collin of the Spike Pit media empire share their thoughts on the ...

204: On Clarifications and CUrries from 2021-07-09T18:53:59

Hello there, boys and girls. Today were going to learn about hydrostatic shock with our pal Jason. Can you say "hydrostatic"? Then, brother B.J. blesses our brains with his waggish wisdom on Walter...

203: Let's Talk about Guns from 2021-07-04T19:09:52

I'm recording this on the 4th of July, so I figured, what better way to celebrate 'Merica than by talking about guns in RPG's? Today, Jason drops a ton of serious knowledge on the subject. Thank yo...

202: My First Time... with Karl from 2021-07-02T16:42:51

I discuss my first foray into the world of Deadlands and my initial taste of the Savage Worlds RPG. I then discuss a potential pitfall to learning a new game online. Then I have calls from Mr. Henc...

201: Dark Musings & Congratulatory Call In's from 2021-06-27T17:12:39

in this episode I get a bit self-indulgent by really exploring what makes each and everyone of these stories from dark mysteries so damn amazing. There are patterns here, folks! Deep patterns. Laye...

Episode 200: Dark Mysteries: Dreamings from an Autumn Gloaning from 2021-06-19T18:06:47

Like a cowled and squalling newborn, freshly freed from its' mother's womb, Dark Mysteries emerges into the world with power. My undying gratitude goes out to the six people who spent their time an...

S9E22 A Chill Hang Sesh from 2021-06-13T05:08:43

Jason of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast and Karl of the GMologist Presents podcast call in with some thoughts on the question I posed last episode. We cover a wide range of topics including; old games, Pa...

S9E21 I'm the Hottest Chick in High School from 2021-06-09T00:50:01

.In this can't miss episode; I ask some questions that I hope don't rub anyone the wrong way, but I have to ask. I mean, when a wee tim'rous bushi plants a question in my mind, I gotta find some an...

S9E20 Deadly Virility from 2021-06-04T14:35:52

All good things must come to an end, thus the conclusion to the Rat Hack aka A Green and Pleasant Land. That's right folks, it's the epic end of the Pathfinder 1e mini campaign I've been running fo...

S9E19 Growing Old Together from 2021-05-29T00:07:41

They say two in a row is bad for the algorithm. I say, "to hell with them!!!" Karl, Jason, and Spikepit all had really interesting things to say about my last episode and I wanted to get their wor...

S9E18 Dust on a Bowl of Rose-Leaves from 2021-05-27T20:19:40

Let's take a walk down memory lane with Karl and Jason, as they each spin tales of their wasted years. Iron Maiden rules! That’s right, it's another Call In Explosion! But it’s also much more than...

S9E17 Mage Hand is a Hell of a Spell from 2021-05-24T05:25:30

It was the penultimate session of the Rat Hack and I want to talk about it. I also have calls from old friends, new listeners, and a voice from the distant past.  Thanks to my amazing players and ...

S9E16 Deep, Dark, Mysterious CupboardS from 2021-05-18T05:03:37

Boom! You want call in's? I GOT call in's! You tired of hearing my voice on my show, well this is the episode for you! I have messages from some of Anchor's finest. Luminaries from across the podca...

S9E15 Airport Recap from 2021-05-15T15:14

I recorded most of this episode at the airport, waiting for my flight down to see my mom and sister for the first time in 19 months. Since I've been down in Southern California, I haven't had time ...

S9E14 The G.O.A.T. from 2021-05-05T04:44:12

Today I want to talk about the DM I most aspire to be like. I don't remember if I've mentioned them before on my show, but I want to put this out there for posterity because they were absolutely am...

S9E13 The Skin Stealers from 2021-05-02T01:23:02

I recorded half of this right after my second shot, so please forgive me if things get a little jumbled. The only game I have to talk about this episode is the latest session of the Rat Hack, the m...

S9E12 Jason Yells at Joe from 2021-04-25T21:50:38

As promised, my 190th episode brings you almost five minutes of Jason telling me off for engaging in edition war nonsense. That said, he also tells me that I wasn't engaging in edition war nonsense...

S9E11 Dark Mysteries from 2021-04-20T06:13:32

The gauntlet has been thrown down, though not by me. Everything is within our grasp now. There is no problem we can't solve.  The impetus for this episode was a slew of very lovely messages I got ...

S9E10 Story Time with Papa Joe from 2021-04-17T21:34:28

This one gets weird. Pretty. Damn. Weird. Before that though, I have some awesome call in's from some super rad dudes! We might even talk a little about the Rat Hack, my stripped down version of Pa...

S9E9 Couldn't Think of a Name from 2021-04-05T01:46:12

I talk about our most recent session of the Rat Hack and how to get through a session when you're not feeling very creative. Fake it 'til you make it. 

S9E8 My Spooky House from 2021-03-31T01:31:45

Three! Three! Three games in one! In this episode, I talk about the games in which I recently played, Jason stops by to say hello, Logan makes podcasting sound very profound, and I drop something s...

S9E7 Rad Books and Magic Calls... No, Wait!!! from 2021-03-24T01:47:41

I discuss the aftermath of the ripper camp raid, how the love of a child is the real treasure, and answer some super rad calls from some way cool dudes. 

S9E6 Call In's & Why the Hell Am I Like This? from 2021-03-19T20:55:57

I got some great Collins from a few of the aluminum areas of Anchor! John and Jason drop by for a poetry slam, B.J. has something to say about human versatility, and Logan drops some science about...

S9E5 The Rat Hack aka My Version of Pathfinder from 2021-03-14T15:47:50

Jason, let’s see if this works😎 In this episode I talk about my latest session of my mini campaign. What happens when a blind guy tries to run 17 bad guys and one friendly unicorn on a VTT? Tune ...

S9E4 How Do They Hammer with Such Tiny Arms? from 2021-03-09T05:35:17

I know, right? Me again already, but I HAD to put out an episode! I was too excited. Why, you ask? Because I received two call in's from the masterful Logan "Swordbreaker" Howard. Now, where I come...

S9E3 Mitigate Your Losses from 2021-03-07T01:22:50

In this episode I discuss the totally awesome session of League of Eternal Guardians that I got to play inAnd the almost totally awesome session of my mini campaign that I ran. I was also lucky en...

S9E2 Dream Weaver from 2021-02-28T02:02:37

Today I ask you questions three. Listen well and answer me.Hear me when you’re with your dogs or driving solo in the fog. Pay attention to the road, else comes danger yet untold.

S9E1 A Whole New World from 2021-02-22T02:24:18

Have I already used that one? Seems I can't be bothered to check. Today I answer some rad call in's and talk about the first session of the low magic mini campaign I'm running using a deeply alter...

S8E24 When Rainbows Kill from 2021-02-19T17:26:14

Good grief! When's the last time any of you have had to deal with Prismatic Spray at your table? As the unquestioned king of getting new players into the hobby, I discuss what a crazy spell PS is, ...

S8E23 A Very Versatile Spell from 2021-02-14T07:55:12

A quick run down of the last session of RotRL and a "unique" new insight on a classic spell. 

E8S22 Humans. Are. Not. Versatile. from 2021-02-12T02:03:40

Is that a click baity title enough for y'all? I go on a little rant about this whole idea that the thing that separates humans from the other species in an RPG is their versatility. It ain't. To ...

S8E21 Birthday Time Warp from 2021-02-05T06:18:27

I'm recording this the day before my birthday, which means it's already my birthday in certain parts of the world! #worldwide A big shout out to Barry, Lieren and Jason for your super thoughtful a...

S8E20 A Cry for Help from 2021-01-30T06:15:03

I’m stuck in a quagmire folks; The moral kind. What’s a dungeon master to do? Help me, Anchor-Wan Kenobi. You’re my only hope. I mean, you’re not really my *only* hope but it sure would be awesome...

S8E19 World Building Ramble from 2021-01-23T21:57:26

I talk about North Watch, the starting town I'm building for the mini-campaign I'l be running next month. I love world building and if anyone wants to hear more about what's going on in North Watch...

S8E18 Love You to Death from 2021-01-20T05:46:12

I felt that the title of the greatest goth metal song, by the greatest goth metal band (Type O Negative) would be the perfect fit to talk about my most recent session of Rise of the Runelords. It w...

S8E17 A Whole New World from 2021-01-15T02:43:22

Today I talk more about Mystera and all its' beautiful weirdness and give a rundown on what happened in last night's awesome session of Rise of the Runelords. Did my new character, Alastair Bronze...

E8S16 Getting to Know the Known World from 2021-01-13T04:24:23

I know, another episode from me already? Yup. I love it when folks call in because it gives me stuff to talk about. I also talk about my new favorite old setting. 

S8E15 Rising from the Ashes from 2021-01-09T23:32:48

I received some pushback from my last episode and let it not be sad that I do not give my detractors a voice on my platform. The majority of this episode is dedicated to talk about my new character.

S8E14 Trumpsters Are Cultists & the Death of Puck from 2021-01-08T03:31:37

What happened yesterday was started by, encouraged by, and supported by Donald Trump, the worst president this country has ever had. If someone supports Donald Trump, then they are a cultist. They'...

S8E13 A Short Episode After a Long Day from 2020-12-31T01:30:49

 A quick one to respond to a rad call in from my fellow Pathfinder aficionado, Shawn. I also talk a bit more about the low magic/low fantasy setting I'm putting together. 

S8E12 A Brief Word from Puck from 2020-12-25T00:30:08

A question from Jason deserves a response from Puck himself🤣 I also talk about the gaming I’ve been thinking about lately. Merry Christmas and happy holidays🎄

S8E11 A Quick Chat from 2020-12-23T05:34

Just a short one here (that's what he said) where I answer some awesome call in's from Shawn and Jason. Thanks for the messages, boys. 

S8E10 Threepeat from 2020-12-18T04:23:14

Third time's the charm. Well, this is only the second time, but two out of three ain't bad. Meatloaf rules! Herein I ACTUALLY tell you about my recent time with  Rise of the Runelords. We're deep ...

S8E9 Two is One & One is None from 2020-12-11T05:34:18

I didn't think of the title until I was done recording but I have to give a big shout out to ol' Spikepit for introducing me to that pithy little saying.  Today I talk about the two, count 'em two...

S5E8 The Most Dangerous Part of RPG's from 2020-11-30T04:19:20

I talk about the book I just finished reading, my latest session of Rise of the Runelords, and talk about the unquestionably deadliest part of any RPG. 

E8S7 The Jason & Joe Show from 2020-11-20T17:27:08

Jason's smart enough to get the people he wants to talk to on his show and I'm not, so this is what you get🤣 You're already listening to Nerd's RPG Variety Cast, so you don't need me to tell you ...

S8E6 TPK or Win the Day? from 2020-11-19T20:23:54

My retelling of the conclusion to book 4 of Paizo's amazing adventure path, Rise of the Runelords. As always, major spoilers abound. Is this the best pre-written, fantasy campaign of all time?? Yes...

S8E4 I Got Spikepitted!!! from 2020-11-06T04:08:24

A fairly short and confuse one for me tonight. Thanks to Karl for the info and call in’s. You’re a cool dude. Be good to each other out there folks.

S8E3 Rise of the Dragon Plains from 2020-11-02T17:31:05

The first 2 minutes of this episode is a highly charged political rant, so feel free to skip it. I had to record it multiple times because the first couple of takes were too... much. This is the to...

S8E2 We saved Sandpoint! from 2020-10-23T19:08:25

Just a quick re-cap of this week's Rise of the Runelords game. A few folks have mentioned that they enjoy hearing about my sessions, but these re-caps are really more for future Joe than anything e...

S8E1 It Has Begun! from 2020-10-20T01:16:27

It's official. I am, once again, part of the working world. No longer will I have endless free time to plum the depths of gaming minutia. This makes me sad. This opportunity I have is really amazin...

S7E12 The Final Countdown from 2020-10-15T19:14:28

The countdown to my first day on the new job has begun in earnest and I wanted to get in one more episode before the big day. I have a lot to say about last night's totally kick ass session of Ris...

S7E11 A Big Announcement from 2020-10-10T20:43:19

I talk about the first session with my new character, respond to a couple of call in's, and talk about the future. Thanks to Jason, Karl and Barney for the messages. You boys are awesome!

S7E10 A Big Bastard of an Episode from 2020-10-06T18:57:14

A collection of call in’s. A myriad of messages. A voluminous mass of voice mails. I’m a lucky boy😎 A gigantic thank you to: John of Red Dice Diaries Collin of Spikepit Jason of Nerd's RPG Variet...

S7E9 Tilling the Fields of the Dead from 2020-10-01T16:57:50

The tale of my most recent session of our Rise of the Runelords campaign. There are a couple of spoilers for the adventure path, so listen at your own risk. I have a slew of voice messages about m...

S7E8 The Sleeper Must Awaken from 2020-09-30T20:20:42

Jason of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast was kind enough to leave me some messages about the upcoming Dune movie. Turns out I have stuff to say about it, too. With the world being as messed up and scary ...

S7E7 You Thought That was Big? from 2020-09-29T21:52:17

Here I go again on my own. Going down the only road I've ever known. Although, unlike a drifter, I apparently was not born to walk alone because a bunch of super rad people called me. So I made up ...

S7E6 A Girthy Number of Messages from 2020-09-23T00:59:26

Folks had stuff to say and here it is. By folks I mean Jason, Barney and Karl. Luckily, none of these message  consist of anyone correcting me, disagreeing with me, or talking trash to me. Oh wait....

S7E5 Wolf Sh*t from 2020-09-21T11:36:22

This one starts off hot so maybe don’t listen to it with kids in the car😎 There’s some singing, discussion of character death,and amazing voice messages from Barne...

S7E4 The Upside of Low Sessions from 2020-09-18T16:43:55

I talk about the thing from the Rise of the Rune Lord’s game that I wanted to talk about last episode but I forgot. Next, I also touch on the things one can learn from not running a great session. ...

S7E3 from 2020-09-16T15:40

After another short sent away I have returns.

S7E2 from 2020-09-06T22:00:28

I realized I had more to say after I stopped recording yesterday so here is another episode. I talk a little bit about the challenges of running a West marches style game online at what I am workin...

S7E1 miss me? from 2020-09-06T02:37:45

After a short hiatus I have returned! I’ve played a bunch of games with a slew of amazing people lately and I want to talk about them.

S6E31 RPG-A-Day #31 Experience from 2020-09-01T04:26:34

It’s over. The end is here. Congratulations to everyone who went on this wild and crazy ride.

S6E30 RPG-A-Day #30 Portals from 2020-08-31T05:55:20

A super brief episode because I don’t have much to say.

S6E29 RPG-A-Day #29 Ride from 2020-08-29T17:31:48

In this episode I discuss how most drivers are far worse at driving than they actually think and about the coolest mode of conveyance I’ve used in a role-playing game. There’s also a totally rockin...

S6E28 RPG-A-Day #28 Close from 2020-08-28T20:24:35

A slightly melancholic examination of the word close and two of its possible meanings. I apologize in advance for the intro but I simply couldn’t help myself. I promise I’ll never do that again😎

S6E27 RPG-A-Day #27 Favor from 2020-08-28T00:05:47

An episode entirely inspired by a series of awesome messages from Karl🤘

S6E26 RPG-A-Day #26 Strange from 2020-08-26T21:41:22

This one goes all over the place for sure. A meandering waltz through my strange brain space. I wander through thank yous, talking about why I'm hard on myself sometimes, asking you a question, giv...

S6E25 RPG-A-Day #25 Lever from 2020-08-25T19:52:22

I’m free, I’m home, and I have stuff to say about leverage.

S6E24 from 2020-08-24T11:42:01

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S6E23 RPG-A-Day #23 Edge from 2020-08-23T15:22:04

This is more of a plea for help and a record of what might have happened to me if I suddenly disappear then an episode. I am very scared.

S6E22 RPG-A-Day #22 Rare from 2020-08-22T19:04:22

I have a message for Nate Fishbreath, or whatever his name is, about the nonsense he’s spewing on his show that I have never ever ever listen to a single time.

S6E21 RPG-A-Day #21 Push from 2020-08-22T02:01:32

In this episode I discuss how it went for me running a game online using roll 20 for the first time.

S6E19 RPG-A-Day #19 Investigate from 2020-08-20T15:48:36

New insights on Leon Farmer’s continued investigation of sleeps cousin.

S6E19 RPG-A-Day #19 Tower from 2020-08-19T18:53:37

Lend me your ear, Cully. I go on a long, meandering ramble about the awesomeness of Stephen kings Dark Tower saga. Contain some major spoilers possibly.

S6E18 RPG-A-Day #18 Meet from 2020-08-19T06:12:17

In this episode I talk about the one we nearly got to meet.

S6E17 RPG-A-Day #17 Comfort from 2020-08-17T21:05:57

I pontificate on my change of thought about encumbrance.

S6E16 RPG-A-Day #16 Dramatic from 2020-08-16T21:17:07

It’s too hot to do an episode

S6E15 RPG-A-Day #15 Frame from 2020-08-15T22:55:10

I talk a bit about filling up the frame of Leon’s body with magic items.

S6E14 RPG-A-Day #14 Banner from 2020-08-15T04:23:46

My brain is a little melted right now from making characters all day but I do manage to ramble about banners for a bit.

S6E13 RPG-A-Day #13 Rest from 2020-08-14T04:16:25

I talk about what everyone else has been talking about and I also talk about how the NBA is head and shoulders above any of the other American sports leagues.

S6E12 RPG-A-Day #12 Message from 2020-08-13T06:03:11

A super quick one for me today so I can address a terrible wrong that I committed. A massive thank you to Karl for pointing out the error of my ways.

S6E11 RPG-A-Day #11 Stack from 2020-08-11T18:08:40

In this episode I pontificate on the myriad stackable bonus is that permeate Pathfinder.

S6E10 RPG-A-Day #10 Want from 2020-08-10T17:26:30

I’ve talked a lot about the fact that I include romance and sexuality in my games but I’ve never addressed why I do so. Herein I endeavor to change that and address some of the strange claims I’ve ...

S6E9 RPG-A-Day #9 from 2020-08-10T03:31:39

I ramble about light and then talk about how darkness is way cooler🤘

S6E8 RPG-A-Day #8 Shades from 2020-08-08T21:28:52

The word of the day is Schade so I talk about undead and how cool they are to use in your game. I also do an impromptu review of the trilogy that I’m currently reading. August 8 is a beautiful day.

S6E7 RPG-A-Day #7 Couple from 2020-08-07T23:04:44

With not much to say on the word of the day, I start f the episode by attempting to a mistake I made yesterday. I go on to talk a bit about cool fantasy couples then answer a bunch of rad call in's...

S6E6 RPG-A-Day #6 Forests from 2020-08-06T17:51

A rambling, meandering talk about forests. It’s basically the same thing as hiking through the woods so just stay inside and listen to this😎

S6E5 RPG-A-Day #5 Tribute from 2020-08-06T04:59:29

in this episode I pay tribute to the awesome game session I had tonight👍

S6E4 RPG-A-Day #4 Vision from 2020-08-05T05:58:35

A little chat about vision😎

S6E3 RPG-A-Day #3 threads from 2020-08-03T16:28:09

I talk about the coolest and most helpful world building exercise I ever under took.

S6E2 RPG-A-Day #2 Change from 2020-08-03T03:48:49

I talk about changes. Not the most upbeat and it gets pretty political, so feel free to skip this one. 

S6E1 RPG-A-Day #1 Beginnings from 2020-08-01T17:19

It's my official 1st Anniversary on Anchor!!! That said and with the word of the day being "beginnings" what else could I talk about? 

S5E11 Not RPG-A-Day from 2020-08-01T16:03:49

Yeah.. So...  This was supposed to come out yesterday, but I got caught up watching the return of the NBA. I love basketball and it was awesome watching a major U.S. sports league show the amount o...

S5E10 Roll20 & Me from 2020-07-26T19:40:06

Just a quick status report of my effort to learn and implement Roll20 as someone with a visual disability.

S5E9 Game Time from 2020-07-23T16:40:57

It's been awhile but I'm back, for better or for worse. I've played a lot of games since last we spoke and I want to talk about them. I've played Pathfinder 1E, Monster Hearts, and D&D 5E. This was...

S5E8 Two Totally Rad Sessions from 2020-07-09T20:51:48

Here there be major spoilers for the end of Book 1 and the start of Book 2 for Paizo's Rise of the Runelords adventure path. I played in two really great sessions this week in which I experienced ...

S5E7 Sleep Deprivation from 2020-07-07T09:28:28

You want responses to my responses? I got responses to my responses!  In S5E5 I asked John Large and Rob C. each a question, and in this episode they were gracious enough to give me their answers ...

S5E6 Jawin' with Judd from 2020-07-06T20:00:57

I was introduced to Judd Karlman of the terrific Daydreaming About Dragons podcast through Andy's awesome Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks show, where Andy interviewed Judd. I then looked up Judd on...

S5E5 Chewing the Fluff with John & Rob from 2020-07-05T18:47:32

A continuation of my Fluffy Killers episode featuring the esteemed John Allan Large of the RDD RPG podcast and the incomparable Rob C. of the Down in a Heap podcast. Smart dudes saying smart things...

S5E4 Game Reports & Fluffy Call In's from 2020-07-02T19:44:19

A game report about non murder hoboism and responses to my Fluffy Killers episode.  Rad messages from: Andy: Expeditions to the Grizzly Peaks podcast Jason: Nerd's RPG Variety Cast podcast Spencer...

S5E3 Fluffy Killers from 2020-06-29T23:18:58

In response to Barney's message on my last episode I talk about my experience with total party kills in the games I run. Then I weigh in on the ongoing discussion of what's too much in terms of pre...

S5E2 No Prayer for the Dying (Goblins) from 2020-06-25T20:31:42

It's the session report of my second session of the Rise of the Runelords Pathfinder 1e Adventure Path in which I'm playing and I talk some more about what I like and don't like about Roll20. I als...

S5E1 My Week in Gaming from 2020-06-21T18:52:18

In this episode I talk about my first session in the Rise of the Runelords campaign that I just joined and the final session of my 20th level Pathfinder 1e 3-shot I've been running for a few of my ...

S4E41 Roll20 Talk & 100th Episode Hoedown from 2020-06-13T17:51:23

This is it! My 100th episode, wherein I reflect on reaching the 100 episode milestone and talk about my experiences in building a character on Roll20. Featuring call in'sfrom (in no particular ord...

S4E40 Hall of Game from 2020-06-12T03:06:49

Wherein I talk about the second session of my 20th level game of Pathfinder 1e and share some awesome gaming news I recently received. The title is an E 40 album, which I felt was appropriate consi...

S4E39 Making Marina, Part One from 2020-06-03T22:18:35

Wherein I share the mic with the wonderful Julz Burgisser as we talk through the process of making her 20th level rogue for my Pathfinder 1e 3-shot. Part 2 of our discussion will be on her podcast ...

S4E38 Powerslave from 2020-05-25T18:48:58

Wherein I tell the tale of the first session of my 20th level Pathfinder 2-shot that I ran for five of my friends. A massive shout out to the amazing Spikepit for providing the perfect intro for th...

Will the Real CoC Investigator Please Stand Up? from 2020-05-23T17:46:41

It's here! The spine-chilling, sanity shredding conclusion of, The Spoon That Binds; the globe trotting, World War I era scenario from Anchor's real life Call of Cthulhu investigator, Inspector Hen...

S4E37 Aces High from 2020-05-19T20:17:48

Wherein I discuss what an amazing time I've been having while prepping for the 20th level two-shot of Pathfinder 1e I'll be running for 5 of my friends. I've heard lots of folks say that D&D "break...

S4E36 Voice Mail Menagerie #🤷‍♂️ from 2020-05-17T22:13:03

Wherein myriad marvelous messages merge mightily into something that's greater than the sum of its parts.  Basically, this is a Voltron episode.  Big thanks to Jason: Nerd's RPG Variety Cast Lonely...

S4R35 Piece of Mind from 2020-05-15T20:29:33

Wherein I attempt to clarify my position on the OSR discussion after being pulled back into it on Discord. I didn't even start it this time lol

S4E34 Post Apocalyptic 2 from 2020-05-11T23:03:41

Wherein I respond to the responses to my post apocalyptic musings from a few of the amazing Anchorites. Big thanks to: Jason: Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast Josh: JB Publishing Barney: Loco Ludus  Spencer...

S4E33 Running Silent Running Deep 2 from 2020-05-09T19:58:46

Wherein I share more stories on real life dungeon delving as recounted by these astonishing Anchorites. I have an important message at the end so be sure to stick around.  Big thanks to:  Alex RFE...

S4E32 Post Apocalyptic Musings from 2020-05-02T18:17:15

Wherein I talk about… Post apocalyptic stuff?

S4E31 Running Silent Running Deep from 2020-04-26T22:44:21

Wherein some of the legendary Anchorites regale us with tales of real life dungeon delving. This might be my favorite episode that I've put together. Thank you so much to all of the people who took...

S4E30 There's a Time to Live, a Time to Die, a Time to Meet Your Maker from 2020-04-24T22:45:28

Wherein I dive back into the death and dying conversation that I totally didn't start this time. It was Spencer of Keep Off the Border Lands that started it, I swear😎 Big thanks to the following:...

S4E29 Myriad Laments from 2020-04-23T19:02:15

Wherein a handful of awesome Anchorites respond to my way-late-to-the-party "hot take" thoughts on the Lamentations of the Flame Princess default setting. Get ready for some MURDERRRRRRR! Big than...

S4E28 Lamentations for Lamentations Sake from 2020-04-20T19:55:19

Wherein I discuss my first delve into the setting for Lamentations of the Flame Princess through the lens of the cool and unique adventure Scenic DUnsmouth. Episode spoiler: The adventure is co...

E4S27 Camping With Lonely Spider Cultists from 2020-04-19T18:47:53

Wherein I talk about my run through of Lonely Adventurer's awesome dungeon Temple of the Spider Demon (or something lose to that). Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with me Lonely. If yo...

S4E26 As Soon as You're Born You're Dying from 2020-04-16T03:36:49

Wherein I answer a few voice messages about "insta'dying" as soon as a PC gets knocked out, Low Fantasy Gaming, and my run through of Tomb of the Serpent Kings.  Thanks for the call ins to: Collin ...

S4E25 A Reponse to Jason from 2020-04-14T22:25:32

Wherein I respond to Jason from nerds RPG variety cast in the quickest turnaround of an episode I’ve ever put out.

S4E24 Low Fantasy Gaming 3 from 2020-04-12T04:41:24

Wherein I talk about a few of the games I’ve played lately and respond to some really fantastic voice messages. Thanks everybody for the call ins😎

S4E23 Low Fantasy Gaming 2 from 2020-04-08T14:54:16

Wherein I talk about more of the stuff that I love in this awesome game.

S4E22 my First Time from 2020-03-29T20:05:19

Wherein I talk about my experience running the awesome game Low Fantasy Gaming for the first time.

S4E21 Is This the One? from 2020-03-25T00:35:37

Wherein I talk about what sort of role-playing stuff I’ve been up to lately and how I may have discovered the system that I want to use for my next campaign.

S4E20 Let's Get Romantic from 2020-03-23T03:01:36

Wherein I don't get negative and talk about some of the games I've played lately. Note, I am terrible at session recaps, but I did my best.  Thanks to Barney and Jason for the call ins. 

S4E19 Splish Splash from 2020-03-13T04:00:06

Wherein I respond to a bevy of call in's about fudging dice rolls from a collection of amazing Anchorites. This was the most relaxing episode I've ever recorded. Thanks for the inspiration, Barney!...

S4E18 Don't Fudge *Spoilers for Weal or Woe* from 2020-03-02T23:08:23

Wherein I go on a spoiler filled rant on why I don't fudge and why I don't think you should either. 

S4E17 Voice Message Menagerie 2 from 2020-03-01T00:13:53

Wherein I respond to a bevy of messages on a variety of topics ranging from leveling up, to dungeon crawls, to local slang and regional dialects. It's a free-for-all kicked off by a Free Thrall.  ...

S4E16 Power Gaming & Leveling Up from 2020-02-27T01:39

Wherein I talk about, if you couldn't guess from my totally uninspired title, power gaming and leveling up. I also answer a few voice messages from some awesome Anchorites. Thanks to everyone for ...

S4E15 The Final Word from 2020-02-23T00:51:51

Wherein I give my final thoughts (at least for now) on the optimization versus min/maxing debate😎 A wicked big thank you to all you beautiful nerds who took the time out of your day to call in to...

S4E14 Linear Fighters & Quadratic Wizards from 2020-02-14T03:46:18

Yup, dusting off this ol' chestnut again because I'm starting to see it at my own table. The PC's in my home game just hit level 11 and the separation between the spell caster and the more martial ...

S4E13 More Talk on Min/Maxing from 2020-02-11T23:59:23

Today I get corrected on my music taste, learn a new word for a woman's nether regions (nether regions is SUCH an unsexy term), get some game suggestions, a receive a message from myself, and end i...

S4E12 Anchorites Sing from 2020-02-06T06:57:36

This is totally self indulgent, but it's my birthday so I get to indulge myself🤣 Huge thanks to the six of you for brightening my day and putting a smile on my face. The Anchorites are the best!

S4E11 Quest for Fire from 2020-02-04T23:01:20

Wherein I discuss, in brief, my quest for the "perfect" RPG system for my next campaign. Then the show gets better because I have lots of call in's! Messages from: Che Webster: Roleplay Rescue Jaso...

S4E10 Rant: Min/Maxing is Old School from 2020-01-31T20:15:29

Wherein I discuss how "min/macing? and character optimization has been a part of RPG's since D&D first dropped.  Leave a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joe-richter9

S4E9The End is the Beginning from 2020-01-31T01:17:20

Wherein I discuss the world builder's curse and ramble about the beginning of the end. Or is the end of the beginning? Hell, I don't know! I also have a few super rad call in's from the Anchorite c...

S4E8 The British Invasion from 2020-01-23T23:28:26

Where in I respond to some amazing voice messages from Dave, Andy, John, and Andy. Thank you four so very much for taking the time to leave me those messages.

S4E7 My Turn in the Corner from 2020-01-21T01:31:27

Wherein I totally bite the style of Free Thrll from Keep Off the Borderlands and step into Controversy Corner. I hope this doesn't alienate me too much from the OSR Anchorite, but I wonder if I'm n...

S4E6 Paranoia RPG Help from 2020-01-16T23:53:03

Wherein I put out a plea for help to the Anchorite community and beyond on running a game of Paranoia. If you have insights, PLEASE let me know. I would love to hear from you! Also featuring call i...

S4E5 Voice Message Menagerie from 2020-01-15T23:05:11

Wherein I respond to a bevy of awesome messages from the anchorite community and beyond. Even if you're not on Anchor or a podcaster, feel free to leave me a voice message. I'd love to hear from yo...

S4E4 How Many is too Many? from 2020-01-08T17:09:31

Another quick bonus episode. This time I rest to Josh's question where he asks how many attacks a 5th level Pathfinder fighter can have. 

S4E3 The Jason & Joe Show II from 2020-01-08T00:39:29

A quick bonus episode wherein I respond to Jason's thoughtful comments. 

S4E2 My Retrospective on my Rtrospective from 2020-01-06T23:07:29

Wherein I reflect on my reflections and ponder the points brought up by the awesome Anchorites that called in!Thanks so much to Barney, John, Colin, Jason, Alex, and Josh.  Check out there shows, ...

S4E1 My Year End Thoughts from 2020-01-01T02:53:51

Wherein I ramble on about my time with Anchor, the Osr community, the Audio Dungeon, and all the wonderful people who have inspired, helped, and guided me through this amazing six months of my solo...

S3E14 Rock Out With My d20 Out from 2019-12-17T02:27

Inspired by Rob C's Down in a Heap episode where he talked about his Top 7 songs that get him pumped for gaming, I do the same thing in this episode.  Voice Message: https://anchor.fm/joe-richter9...

E3S13 My First Time... With Roll20 from 2019-12-11T21:54:49

Wherein I discuss my experience using ROll20 as a blind person, give a recap of the two awesome sessions I played in this week, and respond to some fantastic voice messages from Collin, Spencer, An...

S3E12 I Ran a Session of the Black Hack! from 2019-12-09T04:11:44

Wherein I talk about my first time... running the Black Hack. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave me a voice message here: https://anchor.fm/joe-richter9

S3E11 Death Frost Doom (Spoiler Free) from 2019-12-07T22:49:05

Inspired by an episode of RPG Retrofit, I attempt my first exploration of a pre-written adventure that I love. No call in's on this one, folks. Alas, this one is all me.  Feel free to leave me a v...

S3E10 Scare the Players II- The Awakening from 2019-12-06T01:12:15

My initial episode on the possibility of instilling terror and/or horror in the players of an RPG generated quite the discussion. Let's find out what folks had to say.  Special thanks to the amazin...

S3E9 You Go to Hell II- The Reckoning from 2019-12-05T04:30:52

Wherein I revisit the afterlife thanks to all the amazing call ins from the Anchorites.  Super big ups for all the totally rad messages to Spencer from Keep Off the Border Lands, Julz from Jewels F...

S3E8 Making Players Scared? from 2019-12-02T04:54:36

A quick little bonus episode where I throw my hat into the Audio Dungeon Discord discussion on the feasibility of actually making the players scared in a horror RPG.

S3E7 You GO to Hell! You Go to Hell and You Die! from 2019-11-28T18:41:11

Wherein I discuss sending a PC to Hell after they die so the rest of the party can rescue them. Inspired by a conversation I had with Jason from Nerd's RPG Variety Cast in the Audio Dungeon. Featu...

S3E6 Best Part of Being a DM from 2019-11-23T22:32:21

I asked the question and so many amazing Anchorites were kind enough to call in. Thanks, everyone!

S3E5 One Big Question from 2019-11-15T06:18:13

Where in I discuss world building, ask a big question, and talk a little bit about how crazy my campaign is right now. I have messages from two first time callers, RFED as well as Rob C from Down i...

S3E4 The Jason & Joe Show from 2019-11-09T22:21:56

Wherein I let Jason from Nerds RPG Variety Cast take over the show😎

S3E3 My Black hack Experience from 2019-11-05T21:10:49

Wherein I reflect on my session of the Black Hack 2e, as run by the benevolent Dave Aldridge of dpercentile fame. In brief, I had an amazing time playing with Collin, Jason, John, & TJ. Thanks havi...

S3E2 Rollin' up Characters from 2019-10-28T19:57:01

Wherein I roll up two characters, a warrior and a wizard, for my upcoming game of the Back Hack 2e.

S3E1 Playing in my First OSR Game! from 2019-10-24T23:05:25

Where and I discuss my enthusiasm for getting to play in an upcoming Osr game. This episode also features a very thoughtful and well spoken dressing down from the amazing Julz From NZ😎

S2E9 Don't Touch it Mum, It's Evil! from 2019-10-16T22:06:28

Wherein I talk about a nbuch of stuff while I make chicken soup and Bob Segar plays in the background. I've made this episode as sim0le for myself to put out as possible as try previous two episode...

S2E8 is it Better in the Dark? from 2019-10-02T21:29:53

Wherein I discuss using, or not using, light and darkness mechanics in your role playing games. Featuring call in's from Colling, Lieren, Jason, Spencer, and Shandy Andy. 

S2E7 Don't Have a Cow from 2019-09-26T23:51:06

Wherein I talk about player reactions to bad die rolls, tough fights, and other times when their character is challenged. No, this isn't about you. Or you. And certainly not you.  Before that, I'l...

S2E6 Voice Message Mayhem from 2019-09-23T23:21:35

This episode has taken me FOREVER to put out. I am glad to be done with it. Some of the delays were my fault, others were Achor's fault. But here it is. I hope you enjoy and thanks to everyone who ...

S2E5 Punk Rock Podcasting from 2019-09-19T01:33:08

Wherein I give a behind the scenes glimpse into our DIY, seat-of-our-pants process for putting out the Weal or Woe podcast. Thinking about starting an actual play? Wondering what goes into that? He...

S2 Bonus: Jason & Joe from 2019-09-17T02:35:53

Wherein Jason clarifies his stance on the video game/mass shooting epidemic we have here, and only here, in America. 

S2E4: Call of Cthulhu Session Recap from 2019-09-15T04:13:35

Wherein I discuss my first attempt at being an online DM, or Keeper in this case. I also wrap up our discussion of sex/intimacy in gaming, as it appears that it scared off some folks. Sorry abut th...

S2E3: An Intimate Conversation With Anchor from 2019-09-09T03:19:43

Wherein I respond to a bevy of call-ins on a variety of my previous episodes.

Thanks to Dave, Larry, Lieren, Jason and Spencer for your very cool call ins that provided me with enough con...

S2E2: Intimacy of the blade from 2019-09-06T05:39:42

Wherein I ponder why describing murder is ok around an RPG table but describing a sexual, or even romantic, scene seems taboos. Featuring cal-ins from the Pit and the Middle of Nowhere.  This episo...

S2E1: The Best Comic Book Movie of All Time from 2019-09-02T23:14:44

I'm back! Thanks to Julz & Spencer for calling in and telling me to keep going! I super appreciate your support.  In my very first non- RPG-A-Day episode I discuss the single best comic gook movie ...

RPG-A-Day #31 Last from 2019-08-31T18:50:45

Wherein I talk about my experiences with RPG-A-Day and joining the Anchor community. I also do two readings from T.S. Eliot's epic poem East Coker and feature a call in from the beyond wonderful Li...

rpG-A-Day #30 Connections from 2019-08-30T23:47:27

This episode is a roller coaster of greatness. It starts off super strong, then nose dives, then peaks again, only to be followed by another dip in quality. And I do mean dip lol Featuring calling ...

Weal or Woe Season Premier from 2019-08-30T04:11:23

A bonus episode wherein I shamelessly plug my actual play Pathfinder 2E podcast, Weal or Woe. Our 2nd season debuted tonight so it's a perfect time to jump on board or check us out if you're intere...

rpG-A-Day #29 Evolve from 2019-08-29T20:37:16

Wherein I respond to Lieren from Updates From the Middle of Nowhere and her super rad husband Jess, from Tome of All Dooms. I also ramble about how much our hobby has evolved over the years.  --- ...

RpG-A-Day #28 Love from 2019-08-28T19:30:25

Wherein I endeavor not to get too sappy or sentimental, though I'll more than likely fail. I start off this episode with a reading from Lord Bryron's "She Walks in Beauty" and end it with two amazi...

RPG-A-Day #27 Suspense from 2019-08-28T00:05:54

An episode featuring me, myself, and I wherein I discuss my inability to create suspense in my players. 

RpG-A-Day #26 Idea from 2019-08-27T02:50

Hark, I have an idea! Featuring some kind words from the amazing Lieren from Updates From the Middle of Nowhere and my response to being unmasked by the investigative genius, Collin Spikepit Green....

RPG-A-Day #25 Calamity from 2019-08-26T03:35

Wherein I reflect on the calamity of the WOTC pre=programed adventures. Several of them are garbage --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. Listen

RPG-A-DAY #24 Triumph from 2019-08-25T01:28:51

Where and I totally cheat

RpG-A-Day #23 Surprise! from 2019-08-23T17:02:40

Heretofore I shall regale you with tales of what primes my pump as a DM. This episode also features awesome voice messages left by Lieren & Jeff, stars of the fantastic new podcast, Updates from th...

RPG-A-Day #22 Lost from 2019-08-22T17:00:38

Wherein I speak of being lost. Featuring a reading fro paradise Lost and a poem by the fantastic Emily Dickinson.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

RPG-A-Day #21 Vast from 2019-08-21T17:31:57

Wherein I wax philosophic on the vastness of our hobby. As an example of this fact, this episode features call ins from the East Coast of the USA, the UK and points seemingly far beyond. A big than...

RPG-A-Day #20 Noble from 2019-08-21T00:13:26

Wherein I read the Noble background option for Pathfinder 2E character creation. Featuring a voice message from the one, the only Lieren.

RPG-A-Day #19 Scary from 2019-08-20T02:36:39

Wherein I discuss fear.

RPG-A-Day #18 Plenty from 2019-08-18T16:02:15

Wherein I ramble on about food in RPG's for a bit, then we hear from the wonderful Lieren. I also include a few lines from T.S. Elliot which I feel sums up the quality of my show rather nicely.

RPG-A-Day #17 One from 2019-08-17T20:08:34

Where in I talk about my experiences with solo gaming and one on one sessions. And there are some awesome Collins from Dave, Lieren & Collin!

RPG-A-Day #16 Dreams from 2019-08-16T22:18:58

Wherein I discuss my love of using dreams in RPG's. This episode start off with a reading of Edgar Allen Poe's prom, A Dream. To close this episode out, I respond to Dave and Lieren's awesome voice...

RPG-A-Day #15 Doors from 2019-08-15T16:26:48

Wherein I talk about... doors. Oh, I also might mention The Dark Tower series.  This episode starts off with a reading from T.S. Elliot's poem, "Burnt Norton", followed by a reading from Thomas Wol...

RPG-A-Day #14 Guide from 2019-08-14T21:35:56

Where in I ramble on and on about what, if any, responsibility I have in shepherding new people into our amazing hobby. This episode rules though because it's not just me talking! Hooray for call i...

RPG-A-Day #13 Mystery from 2019-08-13T23:36:53

Wherein I drone on about my love for all of Cthulhu.

RPG-A-Day #12 Friendship from 2019-08-13T00:03:41

Wherein I discuss the importance of friendship through the lease of PRG's. 

RPG-A-Day #11 Examine from 2019-08-12T04:39:13

Whering I have an unfailing disunion on self examination. 

RPG-A-Day #10 Focus from 2019-08-10T23:43:38

Wherein I discuss my lack of focus in building a 13th level Pathfinder 1e character for a one shot and how running an actual play podcast has helped my focus as a DM.

RPG-A-Day #9 Critical from 2019-08-10T06:36:47

Wherein I discuss my thoughts on critical fumble decks and the like.

RPG-A-Day #8 Obscure from 2019-08-08T17:50:04

Wherein I talk about MAID RPG, the weirdest, coolest, most obscure game I've come across in my 30+ years of gaming.

Shameless Plug for My Season Finale from 2019-08-08T02:34:49

I talk about the season finale of my actual play podcast, Weal or Woe. Links to my show: Podbean: https://wealorwoe.podbean.com Ituens: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weal-or-woe/id141688820...

RPG-A-Day #7 Familiar from 2019-08-07T21:46:08

Where in I pontificate on the familiar and the unfamiliar

rPG-A-Day #6 Ancient from 2019-08-06T18:28:15

Where and I talk about our lost history.

RPG-A-Day #5 from 2019-08-06T04:11:35

Where and I admit to my other lack of knowledge on space role-playing games.

RPG-A-Day #4 Sharing from 2019-08-04T15:14:16

Where and I speak briefly about what in my opinion is the greatest free RPG resource out there.

RPG-A-Day #3 Engagement from 2019-08-04T01:20:05

Where and I reflect on my engagement with our beautiful hobby. Is it enough? Is it too much? Am I obligated to engage with it and if so, by whom?

Technology from 2019-08-02T23:03:33

I ramble on about the benefits of technology

RPG-A-Day #2 from 2019-08-02T22:39:12

Wherein I'll be discussing the 2nd prompt of RPG-A-Day, which is "Unique"

RPG-A-Day. #1 from 2019-08-02T05:17:41

I’m offering up my musings on the RPG a day prompt for August 1, 2019 which is “Firsts”