Bold Takes and Bad Tempers

Join TTRPG content creator ZachTheBold as he tackles user-submitted questions and scenarios with bold, no-holds-barred advice. Each episode, Zach dives deep into the intricacies of confrontation, player dynamics, and DM rulings, offering insights that are as likely to ignite fiery debates as they are to provide much-needed validation. Tune in for a dose of unfiltered, game-changing guidance that’s sure to stir the pot.<hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

23 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Uncanny Island

In this episode, Zach discusses his vacation, rushing a campaign, and his love for the midwest Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-08
01:13:55

22 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Reasonable Responses and Calm Demeanors

Check out Scorched Basin! A TTRPG system-agnostic setting I wrote a one-shot for! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... In this episode, Zach discusses how to make a reasonable response, dealing with immeasurable disappointment, and checking on your friends Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-01
01:14:15

21 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | The Plight of the Spotlight Hog

Check out Scorched Basin! A TTRPG system-agnostic setting I wrote a one-shot for! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/scorched-basin?ref=a5gi76 In this episode, Zach discusses how "funny" DnD players are made, r/dndcirclejerk, and coping with moving. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-22
01:12:27

20 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Prophecies Were Too Late

Check out Scorched Basin! A TTRPG system-agnostic setting I wrote a one-shot for! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/scorched-basin?ref=a5gi76 In this episode, Zach discusses the dark age of DnD, encouraging unfunny players, and visions of the past and future. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-08
49:48

19 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I've Been Awakened From My Coma

In this episode, Zach discusses chemical warfare with shoes on, making social ostracization a game mechanic, and changing the mood while keeping the paint. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-01
01:12:42

18 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Injustice Comboing Your Players IRL

In this episode, Zach discusses playing DnD in cleats, maintaining concentration in the warp, and dealing with losing characters as a DM. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-26
01:14:02

17 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Thinking Outside The Box

In this episode, Zach discusses the recent long-form surge, subscription services, and how to prepare your players for a dungeon. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-18
01:18:36

16 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Pacing and Introspection

In this episode, Zach discusses only things about DnD and nothing else... Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-11
01:10:10

15 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Gen Con Recap

In this episode, Zach discusses his worst hotel experience, GenCon Events, and how to introduce a campaign. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com You can blame the stress pimples on the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kokomo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-05
01:09:37

14 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Great Clips and Min-Maxing

Come meet me in person at Gen Con! Get your free tickets here! https://www.gencon.com/events/271507 In this episode, Zach discusses being stressed in public, book delays, and how to make high-level play tolerable. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-28
01:18:02

13 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | The Wizard Mains Are Mad

Come meet me in person at Gen Con! Get your free tickets here! https://www.gencon.com/events/271507 In this episode, Zach discusses AI, the tragedy that was Game of Thrones, and how many kids you should have. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-21
01:17:54

12 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Homebrew World Is Too Cool

Come meet me in person at Gen Con! Get your free tickets here! https://www.gencon.com/events/271507 In this episode, Zach discusses Magic: The Gathering Arena and masochism, dealing with an annoying player, and his previous campaign. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-14
01:26:02

11 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Catching Up

In this episode, ZachTheBold discusses his experience guest-starring on Critical Role, Skill Check, and ScryBabies. He also dives a bit more into the current state of Dungeons and Dragons, content theft, and even gets to the point of the show (answering questions)! Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com (DON'T make fun of this email, outlook is cool) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-07
01:22:30

10 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | A Fiery Farewell (For Now)

Hello, everyone, and thank you for tuning in to the end of this first season of Bold Takes and Bad Tempers. As stated in the video, I am taking a short hiatus from the podcast to concentrate on making different long-form content. Don't fret, there is plenty more to come. Thank you all for your support through the series; it means the world to me. If you ever encounter a sticky situation and want to write in for future episodes, email BoldTakes@outlook.com. Okay see you in the next video bye bye luh u Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-04
50:00

09 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Dealing With Resurrection

Zach ponders the lack of atmosphere in DND campaigns, players that want their characters to play the game for them, and why CR is a psyop. Make sure to send all questions to BoldTakes@Outlook.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-21
01:02:42

08 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Clunky Combat

In this episode Zach gives advice on how to make combat better without adding a million homebrew rules, character betrayal, and the BG3 effect. Thank you everyone for the support and send your questions to BoldTakes@Outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-14
58:41

07 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Give Us A New Class

Zach dives deep into his frustrations with power gamers, the chaos of missing players, and the challenges of dealing with characters whose motivations clash.Thank you everyone for the support! Please send in your questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-07
01:10:31

06 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Game Philosophy

Listen to Zach ramble about his thoughts on narrative game philosophy, power gamers, and wild magic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-30
49:08

05 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My DM Hates Me

In this episode, Zach dives deep into the science of Acid Splash, tackles the tricky issue of DMs who powergame, and addresses how to handle players jumping ahead of the DM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-23
01:01:53

04 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | It's What My Character Would Do

In this episode, Zach breaks down some of the worst sayings in DnD, how to handle a DM NPC, and what to do when someone doesn't know their character after three years of play. Send your questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Thank you everyone for the support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-16
50:58

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