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Talk of the Table is a TTRPG talk show where hosts Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty talk with game designers, actual play producers, journalists, academics, artists, and performers about all the coolest things happening in the TTRPG community in an effort to understand what’s on the mind of the tabletop industry.
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In this special episode, Brian sits down with co-host Elliot Davis to discuss his latest game, The Time We Have. We talk about the journey to this tragic zombie duet TTRPG, why it is the culmination of lessons from previous games, and the best part of making bigger games with bigger teams.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Back The Time We HaveListen to My First Dungeon’s The Time We Have EpisodeElliot recommends:Backing A Fool's ErrandMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by the co-GMs of Planet Arcana and co-designers of upcoming science-fantasy TTRPG A Fool’s Errand, J Strautman and B Marsollier, to discuss the journey from actual play to actual game, break down the tarot-powered mechanics and themes of this new game, and why you should get excited about making your own "Big Oops".Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Back A Fool’s ErrandListen to Planet ArcanaFind J on TwitterFind B on Twitter or Instagram B recommends:The Arkham Horror Living Card GameJ recommends: Playing with a first-time TTRPG playerMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by novelist, game designer, and youtuber Aaron Voigt, aka A. A. Voigt, to discuss his latest project that is both game and novel: Détente for the Ravenous. Along the way we learn about how he is applying the video essay format to TTRPGs, why the best writing lessons aren’t sexy, and what spicy ice cream can teach us about meaningful art.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Buy Détente for the RavenousFind Aaron:YouTube, Twitter, Bluesky, TumblrWe discussed:Journey of 1000 ZipsHelvetiaGood Writers Are PervertsAaron recommends: Watch Hessan’s CountyMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Johan Nohr, the illustrator and graphic designer who has created iconic visual identities for games like MÖRK BORG, Into the Odd, and the upcoming Paint the Town Red. We discuss creating strong visual identities, what game designers can learn from traditions of graphic design, and why you should avoid perfection.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:MÖRK BORGArt by NohrJohan’s WebsiteJohan recommends: True Grit Texture SupplyYouWorkForThemMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by the mind behind beloved TTRPGs For The Queen and Star Crossed, Alex Roberts, to discuss how to design for out-of-box play, what we can learn from LARPs and classic card games, and what it means to see two of her games given new life.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:For The Queen 2EStar Crossed: Love LettersSupport Alex on PatreonAlex’s LinksAlex recommends: The work of Julia Bond EllingboeSteal Away JordanTales of the Fisherman’s WifeMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by game designer, publisher, and prolific TTRPG editor Will Jobst to discuss good collaboration, the balance of style and efficiency, and how to avoid burnout.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Support Plasmodics - Kickstarting Now Will on TwitterGood Luck PressWill recommends: The Design Games PodcastFinding a non-games hobbyMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Cameron “Danger” Strittmatter (The Panic Table) interviews Elliot, Brian, Shenuque, and Abby from Many Sided Media about how to bring humor and horror to your games. Links:WATCH THIS INTERVIEW (See our beautiful faces!)BACK VOIDSTREAMTalk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Many Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided Newsletter
Elliot and Brian are joined by Quinns, host of the new review show Quinns Quest, to discuss the “why” behind his pivot to TTRPGs, what we can learn from cooking youtube, and whether we will ever be able to answer the question “What is a TTRPG?”. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Quinns QuestPeople Make GamesQuinns recommends: Read The PikeMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Superdillin, new host of the One Shot Podcast, to talk about his work across actual play and game design, why he chooses projects with intention, and what he is learning from listening to as much actual play as he makes.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Support HUNT(er/ed)Listen to One ShotListen to the AtomlessBuy Dillin’s GamesFollow Dillin on SocialsDillin recommends: The Pixelated PlayersThe Eagles Are Turning People Into HorsesHear Dillin on our Rom Com Drama Bomb episodeMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Jay Dragon, editorial director and co-founder of Possum Creek Games, to discuss the 5-year journey of Yazeba’s Bed & Breakfast, the challenges and wonders of navigating this massive production, and how to maintain your love for a project after release.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Buy Yazeba’s Bed & BreakfastJay on TwitterJay on TumblrPossum Creek Patreonjay@possumcreekgames.comJay recommends: Last Train to BremenMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Title: Teamwork Over Toxic Masculinity (w/ Grant Howitt)Elliot and Brian are joined by Grant Howitt, game designer and co-founder of Rowan, Rook & Decard. Grant discusses the journey to his latest project Hollows, how its design emulates souls-borns and MMOs, and why toxic masculinity and depression are at the core of this crunchy boss battle game.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Grant HowittHollows on BackerkitRowan, Rook and DecardGrant recommends: SconesMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by tabletop journalist and actual play critic Rowan Zeoli to discuss how she thinks as both critic and fan, how this industry can carve a path forward, and what separates good from great in the medium. (NOTE: This was recorded in January before the launch of Rascal)Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:Rowan on Twitterrascal.newsCheck out:GudiyaQueens Court GamesReplayStory Genius by Lisa CronStory Grid by Shawn CoyneMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Jasper William Cartwright to discuss how we can make actual plays and TTRPGs a more sustainable career. Jasper shares lessons about respecting the work, being open to new opportunities, and life after appearing on Dimension 20.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:@JW_Cartwright on Twitter, Instagram, TikTokjasperwcartwright.comThree Black HalflingsRotating HeroesCheck out:Edward SpenceLondon CarlisleMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Banana Chan for a chat about their work across TTRPGs, LARPs, and board games and the lessons on business, creativity, and collaboration that she has taken from each.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links:@bananachangames@readwritememoryRead Write MemoryWatch The Brothers SunFollow Triangle AgencyPlay Rebuilding SeattleMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian (along with special guest/host Shenuque Tissera) are joined by Bridgett Jeffries, Coordinator of Events and Outreach for Chaosium, to discuss her recent live show at Breakout Con and tips for GMing for a live audience, emotional horror, and setting yourself up for success.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. This episode also featured Shenuque Tissera.Links:bridgett@chaosium.comSymphony EntertainmentRead The Ruins by Scott SmithMany Sided Media Discord Twenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Drakoniques, an actual play performer and producer known for their unique character designs and skill in securing sponsors for AP productions. Drak shares their tips and learnings for bringing money into the AP space through sponsorship, producing unique actual play series, and building memorable characters.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian FlahertyLinks:Follow Drakoniques on TwitterHire Drak as a producer, performer, or game designerCheck out Drak’s work on:Beyond the BrookEnemy of my EnemyHigher EducationOur Lives AfterHire Stellaluna - Award-Winning Overlay DesignerJoin us in the Many Sided Media Discord for a special screening of episode 4 of Beyond the Brook 4/1 @ 8pmTwenty Sided NewsletterCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Kieron Gillen, renowned comic book author and designer of DIE RPG, to discuss building a community around your game and the future of DIE RPG (plus a preview of what to expect in the first two issues of DIE: Scenarios).Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian FlahertyLinks:Buy DIE (Comics)Buy DIE RPGPreorder DIE RPG Scenarios Vol. 1: Bizarre Love TrianglesRare FlavoursSubscribe to Kieron’s NewsletterTwenty Sided NewsletterMany Sided Media DiscordCredits:Edited by Brian FlahertyProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian are joined by Taylor Moore, producer and sound designer of Worlds Beyond Number, to discuss the ins and outs of sound design, how much system matters in actual play, and ways we might get more sustainable and ethical money into this industry.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian FlahertyLinks:Listen to Worlds Beyond NumberTriangle AgencyStartplaying.gamesTwenty Sided NewsletterMany Sided Media DiscordCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
In the final Talk of the Table Zine Month Special Episode, Elliot and Brian are joined once again by two designers creating brand new games. Nick Gralewicz takes us through his mech vs. kaiju mapmaking game, HOME. Then, Darling Demon Eclipse comes to the table to discuss their horror-sci-fi-romance duet game, Biotrophication.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian FlahertyNick’s Links:Support HOMEDeep Dark GamesSupport Miru 3Eclipse’s Links:Support BiotrophicationEclipse on TwitchEclipse on TwitterSupport From Midgard to EternityOur Links:FINAL DAYS to Support Rom Com Drama Bomb - Elliot’s Zine Month ProjectTwenty Sided NewsletterMany Sided Media DiscordCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
Elliot and Brian sit down with Lin Codega & Rowan Zeoli, 2/3 of the founding team of Rascal, a brand new worker-owned TTRPG news outlet that hopes to shake up the industry.Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian FlahertyLinks:rascal.newsSend press kits to press@rascal.newsOther Rascal emailsLin on TwitterRowan on TwitterTwenty Sided NewsletterMany Sided Media DiscordCredits:Edited by Elliot DavisProduced by Many Sided Media
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