How Not to Dungeon Master
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Each week I talk to a new guest from the TTRPG community about how they got into gaming, their highs and lows behind the screen, best advice for new and aspiring Dungeon Masters and Game Masters, and their amazing work and projects!
I post a new episode each Wednesday, so check for the latest, pick a guest that interests you, or start from the beginning!
I post a new episode each Wednesday, so check for the latest, pick a guest that interests you, or start from the beginning!
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Charles and his friends create a new skit almost weekly where they play a new "edition" of D&D and poke fun at the game and the show, movie, occupation, or situation. Guest LinksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MannShortsPatreon: patreon.com/mannshortsTwitter: twitter.com/mannshortsFacebook: facebook.com/mannshortsInstagram: instagram.com/mannshortsHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRPGMatch.orgEpisodify.comAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane...
Ivy might be one of the busiest folks in the TTRPG industry! She’s been hard at work this year on multiple events, convention content, and running games! She is an incredibly hard worker, great networker, and fantastic game runner. Guest LinksIvy's TwitterCRIT Awards LinksHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRPG MatchRPG Stress TestEpisodify.comAdventure Dice Advent Calendars - Use HN2DM for 10% Off!Affiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Andy wanted a cool place to play games, so he and his family built a gaming tavern! And then, he wanted to break a world record so he invited more than 1,200 people to roll dice together!Guest LinksWe Geek Together WebsiteHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRPGMatch.comErrant AdventuresCreatures and CreativesAdventure Dice Advent Calendars - Use HN2DM for 10% Off!Episodify.comAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Cade mentioned starting The Badventure Club as a joke, and his friends called his bluff! Goes to show that you always need to watch what you promise to do. Check out The Badventure Club wherever you get your podcasts, or in the link below!Guest LinksThe Badventure Club LinktreeHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksTwo Weeks One Shot: https://linktr.ee/twoscastDice Legenz: https://www.twitch.tv/DiceLegenzhttps://www.youtube.com/c/DiceLegenzAdventure Dice Advent Calendars - Use HN2DM for 10% Off!Podcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
GM Justin loves running games for new players! He also emphasizes a fun and light experience with plenty of jokes, antics, and tension relief. Enjoy!Guest LinksJustin's LinksHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksNext to NothingSnyder's ReturnSAGAS PlaytestEpisodifyAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Thomas knew he wanted to make a quality Actual Play from the start, and focused on audio, story, and roleplaying to craft a masterful show. Thomas and his cast members trust each other and wort hard at their roles to create a truly unique and satisfying experience.Guest LinksWebsite: icastfireball.net Patreon: http://patreon.com/ICastFireball20 Email: ICastFireball2020@gmail.comHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksEpisodify.comAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
GM Grant Decided a normal actual play sounded too easy, and started a show with a rotating cast AND rotating TTRPG system! With the help of his sister Jenny and tons of different actual play actors, Game Master Monday was born!Guest LinksGMM Spotify GMM Apple PodcastsGMM TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksEpisodify - Podcast and Video EditingAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Ned, GM of Improv Tabletop and player on I Cast Fireball has committed to the bit, the bit being improvisation. He's run over a dozen Fate mini games that are completely made up on the spot, and has also created some impressive narratives in the Avatar: the Last Airbender world with Avatar Legends and Blades in the Dark.Guest LinksImprov Tabletop: WebsitePatreonFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksAdventure Dice Advent Calendars - Use HN2DM for 10% Off!Podcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 Games - 10% Off!Gemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
One Page Mage has been doing exactly what it sounds like for a few years now; creating awesome one page adventures for you to use as one shots or side quests or whatever else you need for your game group!He’s got some great advice on one shot design as well as broader concepts for longer adventures, plus he’s working on some fun games and hacks for 2023! Guest LinksOne Page Mage PatreonOne Page Mage TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksMyth Myst GamesTomes of the Chaos BardPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Cory, the DM of “Girls Who Don’t D&D" has been gaming for years, including TTRPGs, strategy and war games, and more. He started GWDDND for one reason - he wanted to make something that his son could listen to someday and say “Hey, my dad is pretty cool!” With a bunch of new players, a gaming garage, and a few microphones, GWDDND was born! Cory puts a ton of work into the show and has added some unique elements, including featuring fans as guest voice actors for NPCs!Guest LinksGirls Who Don't D&D WebsiteHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksWe Geek Together - Dead Wars, Record Breaking Game in AprilThe Convergence TicketsPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Kaiya is a game designer who got started with a game jam and has been churning out creative and interesting games ever since! Her background in LARPing and Language means she has interesting perspectives on what makes TTRPGs fun.Guest LinksKaiya's Website - Buy Her Games!Kaiya's Twitter - Get Updates!Diversity Saves - Kaiya is part of it!How Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Quincy of Quincy’s Tavern and Jason of Critical Dice have been collaborating on content and goods for almost three years now, and are incredibly excited to bring their vision of creating the real-life version of Quincy’s Tavern to life! The Convergence is coming to Utah this spring. Make sure to get your tickets and come join all three of us!Guest LinksThe Convergence TicketsQuincy's Links - Quincy's TavernJason's Website - Critical DiceHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Michael Low has a background in teaching and has combined this with his love of tabletop games to create many kid friendly games focused on children’s learning and development! Michael is incredibly passionate about his work and is constantly thinking of new ways to help kids and adults alike stretch and grow in their storytelling and imagination.Guest LinksLuna Uni KickstarterStories RPG PodcastLuck of Legends WebsiteHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksSix Sided Games WebsitePodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Travis Vengroff, creator of Dark Dice has been telling stories since he was very young, and found his niche in incredibly well produced podcasts! Dark Dice truly is a labor of love, featuring specially composed music just for the show, professional voice actors, amazing soundscapes, and an immersive story which is quite different to the standard hero’s journey that tabletops generally lean on. Guest LinksDark Dice WebsiteTravis' WebsiteFool & Scholar ProductionsHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRPG Stress TestDude Where's My Drift PodcastRPG Essentials KickstarterDungeons and DreadnoughtsHammered Out HomebrewPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Jay, known by one of his characters, Lord Gosumba, is a DM who has been running the same Greyhawk game for more than 43 years now! He started streaming his games within the last few years, ands has drawn some incredible names to his table, raised thousands for awesome charities, and helped a new generation of gamers fall in love with the Greyhawk setting.Guest LinksLord Gosumba's TwitchLord Gosumba's TwitterLord Gosumba's LinktreeHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksThread of SoulsPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Zachary Burrell is the creator, writer, director, editor, and producer of the D&D influenced audio drama “Warlock”! As a big anime and TTRPG fan, Zach took both of his loves and created an orignal story which is tons of fun.Zach is also a player in the actual play podcast “Severed Sons” and a professional actor.Guest LinksZachary's TwitterWarlock TwitterWarlock WebsiteZachary's 5E Anime Inspired KickstarterSevered Sons TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRPG Essentials Kickstarter - Acrylic Minis!Podcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Vahid, DM of Dice Legenz decided to take his field of expertise to a new level and build an actual play show in his home country of New Zealand! Using his background in creating soundtracks and sound effects and also writing for television, he found a way to combine them into an amazing product that’s enjoye everywhere!When not running Dice Legenz or working his day job, Vahid can be found streaming himself creating epic music from scratch, which is truly watching genius at work.Guest LinksDice Legenz TwitchDice Legenz YouTubeDice Legenz WebsiteHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRPG Essentials - Acrylic Tokens KickstarterPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Michael is DM of family friendly actual play podcast ‘Relic of the Past’ and game designer behind the level on adventure in Wizard of the Coast’s Candlekeep Mysteries! He has great advice for getting into TTRPG design and running your own games.Guest LinksRelic of the Past PodcastRelic of the Past TwitterMike's TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksDude, Where's My Drift PodcastTalking CritAdventure Dice Advent Calendars - Use HN2DM for 10% Off!Podcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Caustic Phoenix and Mudcat make up the dynamic duo behind D&D actual play stream “D20 Deathmatch”! They got into TTRPGs and decided to take a crack at using their streaming skills to make something original and fun!Guest LinksD20 Deathmatch TwitchD20 Deathmatch TwitterD20 Deathmatch YouTube - Watch Past EpisodesD20 Deathmatch PatreonD20 Deathmatch TikTokHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksRelic of the Past PodcastNo Latency PodcastNegative Modifier PodcastPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
Ginny Loveday is a staple in the TTRPG community, especially in the event planning and publishing circles! Her start in community organization and game design both came from volunteering and jumping in where she saw needs, and now it’s her full time gig! An amazing success story from a person who deserves her success and recognition.Guest LinksGinny Loveday's WebsiteBaldman Games TwitchGinny's Work on DM's GuildHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksMemester of the WeekLonely TTRPGPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate Links1985 GamesGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Hero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGSong CreditsIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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