Follow along the adventures of the crew of the S.S. Bad Ship as they fly around the galaxy causing more problems than they solve. A new AP podcast from the Do You Validate Network featuring April Raygun, Caleb Zane Huett, Derick Marchel, and Samm Star with Joel Ruiz as the GM.
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Caleb Zane Huett Podcasts
A weekly dive into the seriously silly world of Sonic the Hedgehog. Indie game developer Nick Splendorr and author Caleb Zane Huett study everyone's favorite blue guy to learn about games, stories, and maybe even ourselves. There's also a lot of goofing.
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Every Day's Great is a podcast where Caleb Zane Huett and Nick Splendorr laugh and cry their way through the Persona games, one day at a time. No Persona experience necessary!
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A book club (podcast) for TTRPG enthusiasts who can't seem to find time to actually play TTRPGs. Join Finch (they/yours), Barclay (he/it), and Bee (he/they) as they come together once a month to discuss tabletop game source books (and whatever else they end up rambling on about).
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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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Classic City Vibes Podcast - Conversations with people in the Athens, Oconee and surrounding communities who help make this such an amazing place to live. Learn what is going on in one of the nation’s most famous music, film and art scenes, learn about some of the amazing opportunities around us where you can be active and interact with others who have similar interests. This podcast is put out by the Athens Regional Library System where we are committed to helping build strong communities a ...
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[LIVE SHOW] Triangle Agency: Two Years Later (w/ Caleb Zane Huett & Sean Ireland)
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1:23:43Elliot and Brian sit down for the first ever Talk of the Table LIVE Show at Twenty Sided Store for a follow up conversation with the co-designers of Triangle Agency Caleb Zane Huett and Sean Ireland. We dig into bringing this game to life, the joys and horror of corporate lingo, and where the money actually goes when you raise $380,000 on Kickstart…
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Send us a text Our guest today is Tara Heaton — a published author, keynote speaker, and master storyteller whose unforgettable memoir invites readers into a world few can imagine. In Life Minutes: Igniting Joy from the Fire of Heartache, Tara shares her journey as a mother navigating trauma, weaving together raw emotion, surprising humor, and hear…
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Time to figure what is up with CL4Rk and how the crew can help him before he shuts down. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Brandon Taylor, Luke Holt, and Shawn McBr…
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Let's start the next arc! The crew rallies around CL4RK to figure out what's been up with thim the last few weeks. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Brandon Taylor,…
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Hope on the High Seas of Hell (w/ Moss Powers)
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46:35Elliot and Brian sit down with Moss Powers of Brewist Tabletop to discuss Book of Leviathan, their new expansion to the religious horror TTRPG HELLWHALERS. We discuss what this game has to say about hope and religious trauma, why gambling with Sic Bo is the perfect mechanic for driving home these themes, and what players can expect from this new ex…
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Send us a text Have you ever walked out of a movie theater feeling betrayed by what filmmakers did to your favorite book? Or discovered an incredible novel only after falling in love with its screen adaptation? Our fascinating conversation with Athens librarians Niké and Britton explores the delicate art of transforming written words into visual st…
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Happy Pride! This month, we read two wonderfully queer games played in pairs. You can find Eyes on the Prize by Ira Prince linked here and I Have The High Ground by Jess Levine linked here. You can find the game for next month, Orbital Blues by Sam Sleney & Zachary Cox, through SoulMuppet Publishing’s store, linked here, or on their itch[dot]io, li…
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Game Designer and Author Caleb Zane Huett
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1:46:59Send us a text Meet Caleb Zane Hewitt, the creative force behind Triangle Agency, a groundbreaking tabletop role-playing game that's redefining how we think about narrative control and power dynamics at the gaming table. In this wide-ranging conversation, Caleb shares how his unexpected journey from theater kid to professional game master to acclai…
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A New Vision for Games at Kickstarter (w/ Asher McClennahan)
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57:19Elliot and Brian sit down with Asher McClennahan, the new Head of Games at Kickstarter, to discuss new features built on community feedback, how TTRPG creators can most effectively use Kickstarter, and how he hopes to regain the trust of creators who have left the platform in recent years due to concerns over AI and more. Talk of the Table is hoste…
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[PATREON PREVIEW] Roundtable: TTRPG Publishing
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33:04In this Talk of the Table Roundtable special, Brian & Elliot sit down with Ray Chou of Mythworks and Fred Hicks of Evil Hat for a frank discussion on the state of TTRPG publishing amidst uncertainty caused by tariffs and more. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Hear the rest of this Episode: Talk of the Table on Patreon…
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Send us a text Learn about local up and coming filmmaker Chris Pendry. Chris Pendry is a talented multi-hyphenate artist. From acting on stage, writing new works, and making short films in the UGA Masters in Film Arts program, Chris Pendry has had a busy year making art and adding to our beautiful creative scene. Check out his latest films Chase an…
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Love & Hate in Adaptation (w/ Jess Levine)
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1:07:34Elliot and Brian sit down with Jess Levine, designer of games like Planet FIST, I Have the High Ground, and Going Rogue—one half of the forthcoming two-game book with Riley Rethal’s Galactic. We discuss bringing this massive collaboration to life, the choice of working in GMless or GMed design, and why the best adaptational media is made with love …
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The Many Sided Network is EXPANDING! And as a part of that expansion we are adding FIVE new affiliate shows to our network. In this episode you'll be getting a proper introduction to each of these phenomenal new shows from the creators themselves. The Many Sided Network is dedicated to TTRPG and nerdy podcasts telling great stories in new and innov…
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“Something is Wrong With This House” by Anna Landin & Jonah Walker
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41:36This month, we read Something is Wrong With This House by Anna Landin and Jonah Walker. You can find it here, on Anna’s itch[dot]io page. Find the games for next month: Eyes on the Prize by Ira Prince, on Ira’s itch[dot]io, linked here. I Have The High Ground by Jess Levine, on Jess’s itch[dot]io, linked here. Find us on Patreon here! (Following is…
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A Love Letter to Violence (w/ Daniel Kwan)
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54:42Elliot and Brian sit down with Daniel Kwan, designer of Wandering Blades to discuss the balance of OSR and storygame design sensibilities behind this new game, how he found inspiration in the beautiful violence of wuxia media, and what designers can learn by playing TCGs. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links: Back W…
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It'd time to finally see how Vic handles confronting Phil. Will he be able to take Phil down or will Phil kill the whole crew? April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Featuring Rachel Frawley as Vic. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick…
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Vic and the crew are now heading into battle with the rest of the toddlers and are about to come face to face with Phil. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Featuring Rachel Frawley as Vic. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holde…
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Games That Demand Play (w/ Zach Cox)
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1:06:00Elliot and Brian sit down with Zach Cox, founder and creative lead of SoulMuppet Publishing to discuss growing a business while hating capitalism, being a sicko about book production, and creating games that demand play. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links: Back Mad As Hell on Kickstarter Mad As Hell Quickstart Mad…
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Time to see if the crew has what it takes when they come up against... toddler soliders. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Featuring Rachel Frawley as Vic. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Birras, …
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Elliot and Brian sit down with Andre Novoa of Games Omnivorous to discuss his latest game The Job and how it uses simple mechanics to elegantly recreate a heist movie for your gaming table. We also discuss what makes Games Omnivorous unique and touch on the TTRPG scene in Portugal. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Lin…
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Now that the crew is done with training, it's time for a warrior's feast before the fight. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Featuring Rachel Frawley as Vic. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Birras…
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The Possible Worlds of Realis (w/ Austin Walker & Tyler Crumrine)
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1:24:39Elliot and Brian are joined by Realis writer Austin Walker and Possible Worlds founder Tyler Crumrine for a discussion about their collaboration on this exciting new game. We dive into the sentence-based mechanics, how players might imagine their own version of Realis, and where this project fits into the large slate of upcoming Possible Worlds rel…
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Vic is one step closer to making this crew ready for war! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Featuring Rachel Frawley as Vic. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Birras, Brandon Taylor, and Luke Holt. …
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A start of a new arc and a brand new friend!? Check out the first ever guest episode of Bad Ship and meet Vic! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Featuring Rachel Frawley as Vic. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associa…
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A Quantum Amount of Goofballery (w/ Land of Eem)
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52:49Elliot and Brian are joined by Ben Costa and James Parks, co-designers of Land of Eem. We discuss their lifelong collaboration and how it led to the creation of this world that has spawned graphic novels, middle-grade fiction, and now a TTRPG that facilitates how Ben and James love to play games. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Bria…
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“Rebels of the Outlaw Wastes” by Nerdy Pup Games
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53:04This month, we read Rebels of the Outlaw Wastes by Michael Addison. You can find it here, at Nerdy Pup Games’s itch[dot]io page. You can find the game for next month, Something is Wrong with this House by Anna Landin & Jonah Walker, on Anna’s itch[dot]io, linked here. Find us on Patreon here! (Following is free!) Questions? Comments? Concerns? Send…
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Listen to the Game (w/ Jason Morningstar)
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52:27Elliot and Brian are joined by Jason Morningstar, co-owner of Bully Pulpit games and designer of titles like Fiasco, Night Witches, and the upcoming Zhenya’s Wonder Tales. We discuss how to listen to a game when designing, the power of being curious, and why sometimes the best business is built on friendship. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot D…
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Jail cells, flesh people, and sadness. All in this episode of SS Bad Ship! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Birras, Brandon Taylor, and Luke Holt. Check out The Av…
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Jail cells, flesh people, and sadness. All in this episode of SS Bad Ship! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Executive Producers: Andrew Harper and Patrick Holder. Associate Producers: Birras, Brandon Taylor, and Luke Holt. Check out The Av…
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Send us a text Kendra Collier shares her journey from horseback riding enthusiast to published children's book author. Her book "Amber's Equestrian Alphabet" began as a high school senior project but quickly became a passion project combining her love for animals with new writing skills. • First fell in love with horses during a trail ride in Tenne…
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A Game Can Always Come Back (w/ Viditya Voleti)
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1:06:43BACK A LAND ONCE MAGIC Elliot and Brian are joined by Viditya Voleti, award winning designer of Bloodbeam Badlands, Space Between Stars, and the currently crowdfunding A Land Once Magic (published by our own moreblueberries!). We discuss keeping a sketchbook of games, the love of worldbuilding, and why it’s never too late to bring one of your games…
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A fleshy version of QUARK!? An actual plot line!? OH BOY!!! We got a podcast on our hands baby!!! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DoYouVa…
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The crew finally gets to find out whats going on with all the blood in the ship. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DoYouValidate Join the D…
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No One Expects the Monty Python RPG! (w/ Brian Saliba)
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1:00:14Elliot and Brian are joined by Brian Saliba, lead designer of Monty Python’s Cocurricular Mediaeval Reenactment Programme. Brian, Brian, and Elliot dive deep on writing a licensed TTRPG, the important distinction between a “Python” game and a comedy game, and why rolling a nat 20 means you’re taking everything way too seriously. Talk of the Table i…
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The crew finally gets to find out whats going on with all the blood in the ship. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DoYouValidate Join the D…
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In the start of this newest arc, Arc 6: The Flesh Original, it's time for the cast to final get to know the ship! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.pat…
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This month, we read a map down & around the Midnight Highway and The Fire Flickers Between You..., both by Viditya Voleti. You can find both games here, at Viditya’s itch[dot]io page. You can find the game for next month, Rebels of the Outlaw Wastes, on Nerdy Pup Games’s itch[dot]io, linked here. We launched a Patreon this month! Any money made wil…
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In the final Talk of the Table Zine Month Special Episode, Elliot and Brian are joined by two designers who are bringing their games to second editions. Adam Bell takes us through the royal court drama game Uneasy Lies the Head. Then, Aaron Lim tells us all about his TWO games Ithaca in the Cards & What Should We Have Tomorrow?. Talk of the Table i…
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In the 3rd Talk of the Table Zine Month Special Episode, Elliot and Brian are joined by two designers who are getting meta with their projects. Graham Gentz tells us all about the “Hallmark-meets-Cabin-in-the-Woods” game Love for the Love Gods. Then, Jordan Dube takes us through his interdimensional podcast game Warped FM. Talk of the Table is host…
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Blending Classical Elegance with Modern Storytelling: A Journey with Dancer and Choreographer Eva Ellerbre
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37:43Send us a text What happens when classical elegance meets modern storytelling? Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented Eva Elarbee, whose journey from a three-year-old in ballet slippers at the Joan Mann Dance Studio to a multifaceted dancer, choreographer, and living history interpreter, is nothing short of inspiring. Bio : Eva Elarbee…
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Heroic Sacrifice & Plenty O' Patrons (Zine Month #2)
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1:07:36In the second Talk of the Table Zine Month Special Episode, Elliot and Brian are joined by two designers creating games perfect for before your next fantasy campaign. Ethan Yen tells us about his tactical storytelling game of heroic sacrifice Prequel. Then, Meghan Cross takes us through her game that reimagines the warlock-patron relationship O Pat…
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Horse Farts & Raccoon Spies (Zine Month #1)
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1:03:31In the first Talk of the Table Zine Month Special Episode, Elliot and Brian are joined by two designers creating comedy-forward TTRPGs. Tom Lavery takes us through his two-people-in-a-horse costume game Horse Majeure. Then, Stephen Hans shares his three-raccoons-in-a-trenchcoat spy comedy Mission: ImPAWsible. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot D…
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“Triangle Agency” with Caleb Zane Huett & Sean Ireland
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1:48:26This month, we read Triangle Agency by Caleb Zane Huett and Sean Ireland. You can find it here, at Haunted Table Press’s itch[dot]io page. You can find the games for next month, a map down & around the Midnight Highway and The Fire Flickers Between You..., on Viditya Voleti’s itch[dot]io, linked here. We’re launching a Patreon in February, we’d lov…
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Illuminating the Screen: Miles Grier on Film Set Lighting and Industry Insights
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1:31:42Send us a text Set Lighting Technician Miles Grier share his journey into the film industry. From essential roles and safety on set to sharing invaluable career advice, the discussion emphasizes the importance of collaboration and respect in the film industry. • Understanding the structure and roles in the lighting department • Importance of lighti…
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Elliot and Brian are joined by Tony Vasinda, Chief Alchemist of PlusOneEXP and one of the organizers of Zine Month, for a practical deep dive on marketing, team formation, and fulfillment for designers this Zine Month. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Links: PlusOneEXP Find Tony on Bluesky Zine Club - Get Zines Every …
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In the finale of this arc, we get down to buiseness. Kiss business that is! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DoYouValidate Join the Do You…
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[PATREON PREVIEW] Roundtable: The State of Actual Play
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30:17In the first Talk of the Table Roundtable special, Brian & Elliot sit down with repeat guests Dr. Emily Friedman and Taylor Moore to break down the state of actual play, the big changes of the past year, and the challenges that we still have to overcome. Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty. Hear the rest of this Episode: …
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Space Flu!? Is it real? Is it a hoax? All I know is, I want some sweet little kisses!!! April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DoYouValidate Joi…
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The crew docks with the 51st Legion ship as they make their way to find what Jet-Set Motto lost. April Raygun as Barry, Caleb Zane Huett as CL4RK, Derick Marchel as Jet Set-Radio, and Samm Star as Sayra. With Joel Ruiz as the GM and editor. Check out The Avarice Hotel on YouTube now! Join the Do You Validate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DoYouVal…
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This month, we discussed many games with many people! Below is a list of all games covered, as well as where you can find the people we spoke to. You can find the game for next month, Triangle Agency by Haunted Table Games, on itch[dot]io, linked here. GAMES DISCUSSED: “This Is A Game About Fishing”, a queer ecopunk belonging-outside-belonging game…
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