Best TPK Podcasts (2025)

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498: Restore Bookness to the Book 1:11:46

3d ago1:11:46

1:11:46

In this episode, Lovyn scampers out of the rage zone, Frittat’ha is finally tanking, Lonewalker does a little deelybob, Naiasa has secret agent vibes, and Hermioneigh shoves a berry in someone’s mouth. Oh, and Tony doesn’t want to call the wargs by name. Candlekeep - Lore of Lurue, Part 5 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Kathy Campbe…

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497: Kreeeee! (Blood) 55:35

11d ago55:35

55:35

In this episode, Naiasa does some John Woo action film moves, Hermioneigh makes a carbon copy of herself, Lonewalker approaches the grick, Frittat’ha is careful not to set her friends on fire, and Lovyn wants to know if there are still cupcakes. Oh, and Tony makes bird noises. Candlekeep - Lore of Lurue, Part 4 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, Jame…

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496: A Disturbance in the Elk 56:16

19d ago56:16

56:16

In this episode, Lovyn gets his face ate; Naiasa makes poor life choices that are tactically unsound across a range of dimensions; Fritatt’ha bellows into a beak; Hermioneigh struggles to hit; and Lonewalker loses his elk. Oh, and Tony doesn’t know cupcakes. Candlekeep - Lore of Lurue, Part 3 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Kathy Ca…

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495: Technicolor Owl 58:21

26d ago58:21

58:21

In this episode, Frittat’ha is still looking for her brother; Lonewalker chats with a tree; Hermioneigh doesn’t need a whole body’s worth of blood; Naiasa knocks on a suspicious door; and Lovyn looks down a suspicious well. Oh, and Tony doesn’t know trees. Candlekeep - Lore of Lurue, Part 2 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Kathy Camp…

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494: A Heap of Drunken Satyrs 2:04:11

1M ago2:04:11

2:04:11

In the first episode of a new Candlekeep adventure, Naiasa is down to party; Hermioneigh whips it good; Lovyn does some stylish stabbing; Lonewalker tries to walk alone; and Frittath’a just wants to eat out of a tree stump. Oh, and Tony did not bring enough berzerkers. Candlekeep - Lore of Lurue, Part 1 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomso…

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493: Prison Paperwork Adventures 1:08:14

1M ago1:08:14

1:08:14

The party wraps up their prison adventure, and it’s the moment of truth - do they get out with subtlety, leaving no trace? Or do they leave chaos in their wake? You might be surprised! (Or you might not!) Keys from the Golden Vault - Prisoner 13, Part 6 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Chip Sudderth, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley…

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492: Side Quest 2 52:28

2M ago52:28

52:28

Is there an escape room in this prison? No. Does it practice good cable management? Also no. Keys from the Golden Vault - Prisoner 13, Part 5 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Chip Sudderth, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Sponsors Incomparable Memberships!: Sign up, support our show, and get access to exclusive podcasts! Show Notes…

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491: No Dungeon, No Dragon 1:05:25

2M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

Is this prison a dungeon? Is the party here to make friends? Did anyone bring a spare corpse? The answer to all of these is “no.” Keys from the Golden Vault - Prisoner 13, Part 4 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Chip Sudderth, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Keys from the Golden Vault Supp…

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490: Mop Glory 1:05:35

2M ago1:05:35

1:05:35

When is a mop not a mop? When our adventurers go undercover and arrive at the prison. It’s big! And cold! Keys from the Golden Vault - Prisoner 13, Part 3 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Chip Sudderth, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Keys from the Golden Vault Support this show and other …

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489: Just K'en 58:21

2M ago58:21

58:21

The heist planning continues, and our adventurers take on alternate identities! Meet Anders K’aaruuts, Stanley Wilmon, Lexi Shrapnel, Diogenes Mainframe, and of course, K’en. Keys from the Golden Vault - Prisoner 13, Part 2 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Chip Sudderth, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by …

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488: Coat Check Your Bird 1:08:53

3M ago1:08:53

1:08:53

A new Keys from the Golden Vault adventure brings a prison break, but instead of breaking out, they need to get in! Keys from the Golden Vault - Prisoner 13, Part 1 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Chip Sudderth, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Keys from the Golden Vault Support this show …

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487: Panic! at the Ritual 54:18

3M ago54:18

54:18

The party crashers rush to rob rich ritualists with stirring music, washroom destruction, a chicken under each arm, and the power of Valeria’s moon-eyed devotion to a very special lady-orc in the thrilling conclusion of our adventure! Party Crashers, Part 4 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Kathy Campbell, Steve Lutz and Tiff Arme…

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486: Courtship via Owlbear 50:45

3M ago50:45

50:45

Social norms take as much of a beating as a vicious owlbear, as the party moves from performative combat to gastrointestinal distress (also performative) in a bid to infiltrate offices and…get out their jerky while not sitting in pies. Party Crashers, Part 3 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Kathy Campbell, Steve Lutz and Tiff Arm…

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485: Pan Flute Gorn Fight 1:06:20

3M ago1:06:20

1:06:20

The team preps for both a stirring performance and a profitable heist, but intra-team conflict and a caged beast stand in their way. Party Crashers, Part 2 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Kathy Campbell, Steve Lutz and Tiff Arment Show Notes & Links Edited by Warren Frey. Party Crashers Support this show and other shows like it …

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484: Half-Orc Flirtations 59:07

3M ago59:07

59:07

A ramshackle group of thieves and ne’er-do-wells infiltrate a fancy party to pull off a daring heist but get more than they bargained for when polite society embraces ritualistic violence. Party Crashers, Part 1 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Kathy Campbell, Steve Lutz and Tiff Arment Show Notes & Links Edited by Warren Frey. P…

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483: A Minigolf Situation 1:17:27

4M ago1:17:27

1:17:27

As they complete the Reach for the Stars adventure, the party learns how to kill a piece of architecture (put it in a mini-mall) and has a conversation with a sad, greasy cultist. Keys from the Golden Vault - Reach for the Stars, Part 4 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by Er…

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482: I Don't Like Experiencing Things 1:09:50

4M ago1:09:50

1:09:50

When this party meets a puddle of eyes and mouths, it quickly becomes nightmare monster vs nightmare monster! Keys from the Golden Vault - Reach for the Stars, Part 3 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Keys from the Golden Vault Support this show and other sho…

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481: The Rug Receives the Poke 1:07:45

4M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

K’ronng’s sword gets a name, maps are confusing, and the party smells…things. Keys from the Golden Vault - Reach for the Stars, Part 2 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Keys from the Golden Vault Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable n…

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480: A Bugbear in a Monocle 1:17:15

4M ago1:17:15

1:17:15

The Keys from the Golden Vault return, with a new addition to the group! Zanter Quickhands joins Jaee Raff, Levithia du Issigri, and K’ronng, as they break into a mansion and take a short rest in a very nice bathroom! Keys from the Golden Vault - Reach for the Stars, Part 1 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty …

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479: Friendship Bracelets! 1:08:37

5M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

This episode wraps up Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor with these lessons: Once you reach the Big Bad, you should just set him on fire. A surprise round is one stab, one fire. And most importantly, rule number one of identity theft is “hide the body.” Candlekeep - Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor, Part 6 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Jason Sn…

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Eight Dudes Looting Offbrand Hogwarts - Brewkessel Actual Play 1:57:10

5M ago1:57:10

1:57:10

We actually play Brewkessel, by Kettlesberg Games (Tom Holmgren). It's (currently) two levels of a Hogwarts-themed megadungeon. (We also had a million players for this session, and people had to share mics; so do forgive us for any gnarly audio.)Show notes page showing player map for this session and a qute quasit: https://ggnorecast.com/237.…

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478: Sleep Without Trace 58:56

5M ago58:56

58:56

This week’s lessons: After you break into a house, you look around. Night is the optimal time for evil. Small farming towns have no commercial district. And most importantly, murder is not a complete plan. Candlekeep - Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor, Part 5 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Jason Snell, Kathy Campbell and Tiff Arment Show…

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477: It's Earthquake Weather 1:08:35

5M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

This week’s lessons: Geography is just map history. Murder holes are surprisingly expensive. If nobody’s heard of you, you’re not an A-list cult. And most importantly, the best kind of heist is when the players steal the campaign from the DM. Candlekeep - Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor, Part 4 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Jason Snell…

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476: Never Turn Your Back on an Awning 1:13:34

5M ago1:13:34

1:13:34

The good news: Paulie invents “pants of holding,” and N’iss invents “napkidding” (reverse kidnapping). The bad news: due to a small earthquake and a large centaur, the horses are down. Candlekeep - Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor, Part 3 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Jason Snell, Kathy Campbell and Tiff Arment Show Notes & Links Edited…

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475: CSI Waterdeep 54:52

6M ago54:52

54:52

The Candlekeep crew heads to Waterdeep to meet William Faerl, an elf with a helluva hat, and to play “Good Cop, Good Cop, Neutral Cop, Bad Cop, Bad Cop.” Or is it “Good Cop, Bad Cop, Horse Cop, Little Cop, Lizard Cop”? No, no, of course it’s “Good Cop, Bad Cop, Big Cop, Little Cop, Fake Ghost Cop”! Candlekeep - Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor, Part 2 To…

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474: Open and Shut Case 59:21

6M ago59:21

59:21

Another Candlekeep mystery begins with—you guessed it—more book problems for Frittat’ha, Hermioneigh, Naiasa, N’iss, and Paulie. Candlekeep - Sarah of Yellowcrest Manor, Part 1 Tony Sindelar with Erika Ensign, James Thomson, Jason Snell, Kathy Campbell and Tiff Arment Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Candlekeep Mysteries Support this show…

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473: Tomb of Horrors, Part 5 1:10:49

6M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

Our heroes deal with a wish-granting non-genie, disagreeable keys, and a powerful lich in this, the concluding chapter of Tomb of Horrors! Shocktober 2024, Tomb of Horrors Part 4 Scott McNulty with Annette Wierstra, Mikah Sargent, Monty Ashley and Nick Scott Show Notes & Links Edited by Warren Frey. Tomb of Horrors Support this show and other shows…

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We Recommend Brewkessel 16:56

6M ago16:56

16:56

We recommend Brewkessel, by Kettlesberg Games (Tom Holmgren). It’s (currently) two levels of a Hogwarts-themed megadungeon. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/236.

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472: Tomb of Horrors, Part 4 48:19

6M ago48:19

48:19

After a year-long sabbatical, it’s Shocktober once again for Ch’omasa, L’nell, DaffnÃ©, and Thald, as they deal with skulls, gems, and a bone-chilling fear of keys in the triumphant return of Tomb of Horrors! Shocktober 2024, Tomb of Horrors Part 4 Scott McNulty with Annette Wierstra, Mikah Sargent, Monty Ashley and Nick Scott Show Notes & Links Ed…

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471: A Gurgle Full of Blood 1:03:17

6M ago1:03:17

1:03:17

Our heroes delve deep underground, commit numerous HR violations, and make questionable hiring decisions as they interrogate quietly quitting cultists and more, in the grand finale of this Shocktober (lost soul moaning) adventure! Shocktober 2024, Nest of the Eldritch Eye Part 4 Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Brian Hamilton, Lincoln …

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470: Vecna, Vecna, and Lich LLC 54:35

7M ago54:35

54:35

Having escaped the sewers, our quasi-deputized heroes take on cultists with eyes in their hands and hate in their hearts, as we continue Shocktober’s (piercing screams) descent into subterranean madness! Shocktober 2024, Nest of the Eldritch Eye Part 3 Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Brian Hamilton, Lincoln Hayes, Monty Ashley and Tif…

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469: Ooze it or Lose it 58:55

7M ago58:55

58:55

A pitched sewer battle against oozing creatures devolves into a business pitch and Arch laying hands on himself with alarming frequency as Shocktober (zombie growl) continues! Shocktober 2024, Nest of the Eldritch Eye Part 2 Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Brian Hamilton, Lincoln Hayes, Monty Ashley and Tiff Arment Show Notes & Links …

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468: I Speak Rat 58:52

7M ago58:52

58:52

It’s the start of Shocktober (spooky noises) and a brand new group of heroes dive deep into the sewers of Neverwinter to encounter talkative rats, desiccated eyes, and questions about the pecking order of the city guard. Shocktober 2024, Nest of the Eldritch Eye Part 1 Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Brian Hamilton, Lincoln Hayes, Mon…

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467: War Picks Have the Power 1:28:00

7M ago1:28:00

1:28:00

After seven years Eglath’s Angels finally managed to complete the Princes of the Apocalypse adventure. But at what cost? Maybe they should have stayed in Tyr. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 7 Scott McNulty with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jason Snell, Steve Lutz and Tony Sindelar Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Princes of the Apo…

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TPK in Slow Motion - Final Cloister of the Frog-God Actual Play 39:56

7M ago39:56

39:56

The players struggle for life in the finale Cloister of the Frog-God. (They all die. Harpies kill them in a cave.) Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/235.

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466: Don't Feed the Bulettes 1:27:40

8M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

While the party explores so. many. corridors, Carlos doesn’t have an inside voice, Omlöl keeps walkin’, Regdar doesn’t like it when Carlos winks, Zotasha is interested in swirly purple, Kat’chka talks to monstrosities every day, and Shara recognizes Regdar’s hat. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 6 Scott McNulty with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign…

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465: I Don't Talk to Pizzas 1:09:19

8M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

As the party battles a whole family of hook horrors, Eglath’s Angels suddenly become competent, efficient, and effective. Scott wonders if he’s in the wrong Zoom. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 5 Scott McNulty with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jason Snell, Steve Lutz and Tony Sindelar Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Princes of the…

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464: Capering Mud Men 1:15:42

8M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

As the party keeps on truckin’, Regdar chews on a stalagbite, Kat’chka invents the frisbee, Omlöl continues learning about himself, Zotasha wants to go mudding, Shara is in search of something shiny, and Carlos ain’t afraid of no crystals. Oh, and Scott reminds us we’re all just skeletons deep inside. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 4 Scott McNulty wi…

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463: Summon Greater Landscaper 1:12:22

8M ago1:12:22

1:12:22

As the party continues into the tunnels, Omlöl communes with nature, Carlos looks for a seam, Zotasha doesn’t trust hot mud, Kat’chka discovers weird things, and Shara doesn’t want to levitate a pebble but Regdar does—as long as it’s glowing. Oh, and Scott invents a baby cave. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 3 Scott McNulty with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren…

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462: Weekend at Keltar's 1:27:44

9M ago1:27:44

1:27:44

In this episode, Carlos hears roaring and gurgling, Kat’chka puts the bug in bugaloo, Omlöl likes running toward danger, Regdar runs near danger, Shara doesn’t go around the bend, and Zotasha is yellopathic. Oh, and Scott puts up with all of it. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 2 Scott McNulty with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jason Snell, Ste…

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461: Something Dumb Is About to Happen 1:30:52

9M ago1:30:52

1:30:52

Welcome back to the blood-soaked sands of Athas! Door Dash your Pegasus and throw your money on the floor because these weirdos are level 10 now. You might think that means fewer hijinks and less nonsense, but you would be very very wrong. Eglath's Angels VII, Episode 1 Scott McNulty with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jason Snell, Steve Lut…

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460: Curse of Strahd: Epilogue 1:36:04

9M ago1:36:04

1:36:04

The rumours are true—you can trust the network of teens spreading the news—Strahd really is dead! Join the Dog & Pony crew on their farewell tour through Barovia (both little and big) as they leave Castle Ravenloft, check up on the burgermeisters, say goodbye to some friends, and share one last night around the campfire. Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 1…

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459: Strahd, Go to Your Tomb! 1:16:38

9M ago1:16:38

1:16:38

The epic battle (finally!) reaches its climax! Who will survive? Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 12 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Curse of Strahd Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early ac…

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458: MTV's Crypts 1:14:26

10M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

This battle is still in progress. Please stay on the line. Your call is very important to us. Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 11 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Curse of Strahd Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a…

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457: Please Frickin' Die 1:12:22

10M ago1:12:22

1:12:22

This vampire party isn’t over! The epic final battle remains epic as we ask questions like Do vampires poop? What is the sound of one invisible vampire missing? What is the curse of Strahd? And most importantly, Will this fight ever end? Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 10 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargen…

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456: Praise the Nilbog 1:21:20

10M ago1:21:20

1:21:20

The final battle continues because violence is the only language the undead understand Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 9 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Curse of Strahd Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member.…

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455: Batless in Barovia 1:30:42

10M ago1:30:42

1:30:42

The epic battle begins! Strahd is babygirl. Bruldish establishes the stakes. Imra is nervous (or maybe that’s just Aleen). Crucible and Elavor call some friends. Lina goes rogue. Arrigal is a little brother, and Vasilka can do better. Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 8 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Sh…

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454: Fern Gully Bat 1:08:04

10M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

The Dog & Pony crew finally enter the catacombs for a flap and map. The vibes are bad. Real bad. Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 7 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Curse of Strahd Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming…

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453: Heart! Heart! Heart! 1:14:45

11M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

The Dog & Pony crew faces the monster under the bed, considers a move to Ravenloft Heights Condos, contemplates vampire theology, and breaks some heart. Of course, once again, they gotta go up to get down. Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 6 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Show Notes & Links Edited by Er…

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452: A Mouthful of Vampire Juice 1:11:50

11M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

It’s just some axes, messin’ around and vampires named Oliver, Poison, Malachi, RenÃ©e, and Gerald and Johnny Darkness. See you next time, RenÃ©e! Dog & Pony Show VII, Part 5 Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Erika Ensign, Jane Ritt and Mikah Sargent Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Curse of Strahd Support this show and other sho…

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