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A Roleplaying Game Actual Play Podcast based in a modern fantasy world using the Super Awesome Action Heroes system. The show follows the titular Stormwood & Associates, a private investigator and licensed magic user agency based in the United States of Aremesia, as they take jobs, fight off surfer ninjas, run from dragons, and maybe (if they’re lucky) save the world. Stormwood & Associates features an all queer cast, and updates weekly.
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Hot Money: The New Narcos

Pushkin Industries & Financial Times

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Hot Money is back. In this series, Financial Times reporter Miles Johnson investigates a mysterious murder in a small town that leads to a web of drugs, money laundering and state-sponsored assassinations stretching from Dublin to Dubai. At the centre is a cocaine super cartel that is revolutionising the global drugs market. This eight-part investigative podcast, published twice-weekly, probes the links between criminals and legitimate businesses, and between governments and gangsters.
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Welcome to The Excitable Soul podcast! Brace yourself for a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. We're diving deep into purpose-driven living, exploring meaning, impact, and conquering challenges. Uncover, Understand, Unleash – these stages are alive within mesmerizing transformation stories. I'm James Glover, Performance Coach and Purpose Nerd, guiding you through shaping experiences, hidden meanings, and daring leaps into the unknown. Each episode seeks insights to fuel your own purp ...
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Welcome to the "Excuse Me Your Geek is Showing" podcast, a bi weekly show where I cover the topics of the body, mind, and spirit. I'm a huge fan of these three things but I'm also a nerd loving things from V.R., anime, comics, writing, books, and video games. Be prepared to experience the topics of physical health, perception, and spirituality. While looking through the lens of humor, profanity, and challenging prospectives. Who am I? I'm just a dude with a podcast cast trying to make sense ...
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After the Blip

Fake Nerd Production

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Fan-made companion podcast set in the world of the MCU. In 2018, Thanos snapped his fingers and re-shaped life on Earth. In 2023, the Avengers were able to revive Thanos’ victims, but the years in between have left their mark. Hosts Chip Ewing and Scott Higgins dissect the shifts happening in their lives and the world at large with those who vanished now returned. One of them was blipped and the other remained, so together they will traverse the most important and timely conversations from t ...
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The Department of Nerdly Affairs

The Department of Nerdly Affairs

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The Department of Nerdly Affairs is a bi-weekly talk podcast dedicated to exploring different aspects of nerdly arts and culture. Together bringing over 80 years of experience to the table, the hosts, Rob and Don, try to take a seasoned, knowledgeable, and real-world approach to looking at the creation of nerd culture and the forces shaping it. The podcast covers topics ranging from from film and comics to writing and history, and pretty much everything in between. If it's a hobby shared by ...
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Ace Comicals

Greg Driver

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Every two weeks your host Greg and his co-hosts Leon and Rahul discuss comics in all their forms; monthly issues, collected volumes, graphic novels, newspaper strips, film tie-ins, TV tie-ins, flip-books, pictures scribbled on the backs of napkins... If it tells a story in sequence through art and text, rest assured we'll have something to say about it. Art and logos by the talented and extremely generous Anthony Smith (https://www.acecomicals.com/guests/anthonysmith) If you have questions o ...
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Welcome to The Excitable Soul Podcast! Joining us today is Laurence Halsted, a former British Olympic fencer who has transitioned into influential leadership roles within the sports and nonprofit sectors. Laurence takes us on a journey through his life, highlighting the critical role luck and external factors played in shaping his remarkable career…
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July 7th: Spider-Man is reported to have murdered Mysterio during an attack in London and revealed to be teenager: Peter Parker. The same day, Sam Wilson stops an attack by the FlagSmashers on the GRC and reveals himself as the new Captain America. The hosts come together to discuss how this news has shaken the world, what role the media has played…
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Welcome back to The Excitable Soul Podcast! In this episode, I sat down with the mega Scott Allender, our first North American guest, to dive deep into the realms of emotional healing, self-awareness, and purpose. Scott shares his poignant journey of navigating overwhelming emotions and the pivotal moments that led him to seek guidance and support.…
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Today, we have an exceptional guest with us – Jinty Morgan. Jinty served in the British Army for an impressive 25 years and now dedicates her time to working with a charity that supports service leavers. Her story is one of resilience, immense strength, and the profound impact of honest, loving relationships. In our conversation, Jinty takes us on …
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May 3rd: T'Challa, the Black Panther and King of Wakanda, passed away from an incurable illness. Hosts Chip Ewing and Scott Higgins react to the moment and what it means for the world to lose both a hero and national leader. On this show, Chip Ewing and Scott Higgins hope to discuss life after everything Thanos - both The Snap and The Blip. Scott i…
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Welcome back to another episode of The Excitable Soul Podcast. Today, we’re diving deep into the concept of purpose with our extraordinary guest, Simon Lamb. Simon is known for his immense ability to help individuals and teams make sense of their stories and spark impactful change through his organisation, Purposeful Change. In this reflective and …
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Today we're joined by the incredible Yasmin Neves, a coach and speaker whose journey of self-discovery and personal growth is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Yasmin opens up about her transformative path since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018, discussing the lifestyle changes she made, from quitting a successful corporat…
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Welcome back to The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we journey through the heart and soul of purpose and connection. In today's episode, we're diving into a profoundly enriching conversation with Sammy Burt—an influential purpose practitioner, founder of two organisational performance consultancies, and a trustee of a modern slavery charity. Sammy an…
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Excited to share another transformative episode from "The Excitable Soul Podcast" featuring the incredible Pierre Verstraeten! In this conversation, we delve deep into the themes of purpose, self-creation, and the power of intentional choices. In a world perpetually in motion, finding a true calling can often appear daunting. Pierre, through his pe…
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April 30th: John Walker, our new Captain America, was filmed murdering a man with the iconic shield. Hosts Chip Ewing and Scott Higgins react to the moment and what it means for the heroic title and those displaced by the Blip around the world. On this show, Chip Ewing and Scott Higgins hope to discuss life after everything Thanos - both The Snap a…
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This week on The Excitable Soul Podcast we hear about the journey of Mike Jennings, an esteemed Michelin-trained chef turned hospitality consultant, and owner of Hospitality Hut. Mike shares the profound shifts in his life, from the whirlwind of professional kitchens to the comfort and warmth of family life. Key takeaways from our conversation with…
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This episode brings you the incredible and inspiring story of Rob Hosking, a TEDx motivational speaker and former police officer with a profound narrative that is bound to leave a lasting impact on all of us. In today's conversation, Rob delves deep into his past, starting with a pivotal moment at age 11 that would set the tone for his life's traje…
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In this week's episode I sit down with the remarkable Sarah Broadhead, an occupational psychologist and author whose life's work revolves around facilitating personal growth and understanding. Sarah takes us on a journey through her influences, from her beloved English teacher to her spirited grandmother. Discover how her deep empathy and passion f…
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Episode 15 of The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we explore the profound journey of self-discovery and the quest for true fulfilment with our guest, Arjun Sahdev. Arjun shares his insights on redefining success, embracing intrinsic values, and cultivating a purpose-led life. During the conversation, he delves into his journey of confronting perfecti…
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The team is currently in a world that appears to be an artificial construct created by an unknown being. Originally together, they’ve now been separated. Amy is demanding answers, Obie is trying to befriend it, and D is apparently just embracing the fantasy of it all. And who the hell knows what Liz is doing. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG s…
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The team seems to be in some sort of constructed reality drawing on their memories. While they were together before, whatever is running the show has now separated our heroes from each other. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advanced Combat Rules. View Ar…
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In this latest podcast episode, I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with guest Gary Steeples, diving deep into the emotive elements and humility that define our purpose and impact on the world. Listen in as Gary Steeples shares his mission to create joy and make a meaningful impact, drawing from his personal experiences and a desire to see…
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The team is trapped in a simulated reality, and after repeatedly pushing at its borders the entire world went black. Now they find themselves separated, and no idea how to find each other again. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advanced Combat Rules. View…
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The world our team is in seems to be a magical construct, and it’s kind of driving some of our heroes up the wall. Amy’s response seems to be to drive the magical constructs she encounters up the wall in retaliation. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advan…
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Welcome to The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we delve into the stories and experiences that shape our sense of purpose. In today's episode, I sit down with guest Kurt Lindley, a man whose journey through life has been marked by profound moments of self-discovery and personal growth. Kurt shares his struggles with mental health, the significance of …
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In a world that appears to be a magical construct, the team is having a hard time coping with some of the nonsense in front of them. Amy is especially having a bad time with it, but D’s not far behind her. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advanced Combat …
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The team emerges into a new reality, but something is immediately off, leading some of our heroes to become suspicious. Okay, it makes specifically Amy suspicious. Like super, super suspicious. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advanced Combat Rules. View …
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In this episode, we sit down with Sam Whale, co-founder of Unforgiving Minute and a prominent figure in shaping the UK sports system. Sam delves into his journey of self-discovery, reflecting on his childhood experiences that have shaped his core values and decision-making. From his emotional volatility to finding purpose through leadership and int…
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The team has finally been through this time loop enough times to figure out what blows up the Bellerophon (and the planet), and now they’ve got to undo what a couple of opportunistic idiots have done. It’s thrilling! It’s exciting! D threatens a guy who doesn’t seem to understand he’s being threatened! Adventure! “Stormwood & Associates” uses the R…
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Time loop. Time loop. Time loop? Time loop. Time? Loop. Time loop. Looping time. Time that, in fact, loops. Groundhog’s Day reference due to the release date of this episode. Time loop. Loopy-whoopy timey-wimey. Time loop. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and…
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Original Poster for The Five Fingers of Death (aka King Boxer) In this episode, Don and Rob are back exploring how movies and television took martial arts from being weird and forbidden arts practiced by a select few to the McDojos of the 1990s. Along the way, they discuss how the Shaw Brothers changed everything,... Read More…
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Episode 11 of The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we explore the journey of discovering purpose and meaning through real-life experiences. In this episode, our guest, Alex Richards, shares a powerful story of self-discovery and transformation. A former criminal psychologist turned successful technology professional, and soon-to-be father, Alex reflec…
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Time loop. It’s a time loop. And things don’t work the way they thought they did, because Grey’s bomb isn’t what causes the Bellerophon to explode. So now they’ve got to figure out what DOES make it explode. Liz is on her last nerve about it. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional F…
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Timeloop. It’s a timeloop. We’ve done this before, we’ll do it again. I could explain, but I’ve already explained it before. This should not be the first episode you listen to, but it’s still fun. Because timeloop. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advance…
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Welcome to The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we explore the profound journey of finding purpose and meaning in our lives. In this episode, host I am joined by the inspiring Kerry Cullen, who, despite initial academic challenges, pursued her passion for psychology and went on to work in the Caribbean. This conversation dives deep into the power of i…
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It’s a time loop. I’m not sure what else to say. They stopped the elf woman’s bomb from being planted, but right now Obie and Liz are holding it in a bag and the local cops think that our heroes are terrorists. So, y’know, not exactly great. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fa…
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So we’re doing a time loop, and the team is on their second time trying to stop the explosion on the Bellerophon. The first time they tried to stop it kind of blew up in their faces, so hopefully things go better this time. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion an…
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Today, I am thrilled to introduce my guest, Joseph Glover. Together, we'll take you on a journey through the diverse experiences that have shaped Joey's remarkable life. From his eclectic musical path to his unexpected caregiving role and the joys and challenges of fatherhood, Joey's story is a tapestry of unique moments that have led him to a prof…
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So there have been a couple of explosions on the ISF Bellerophon at the center of Bellerophon city, and everything seems to be in a bit of chaos. After talking with Fiona at the theme park though, a third… bigger explosion sends things in an all new direction. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition w…
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With a disaster playing out on an alien world and no way that they can actually help, our heroes instead decide to spend some time at the medieval theme park. Obie really wants to meet the queen! “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advanced Combat Rules. Vie…
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In this episode, we uncover the inspiring journey of Nigel Thomas, a man whose life has been shaped by purpose, hard work, and the pursuit of meaning. From caring for his mother with multiple sclerosis to winning the Royal Welsh Show in butchery and serving in the military, Nigel has faced numerous challenges, all of which have led him to a profoun…
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The team emerged at what is effectively a Renaissance fair in space. Well, it’s on a planet, but the planet isn’t earth — so that counts enough. After finding a Quicksmoke, the team was shocked by some sort of explosion. So, y’know, a normal day. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the option…
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After emerging in a universe where they’re on a future colony world, the team has discovered that there’s a Quicksmoke Tavern nearby. Most of the team is anxious to get somewhere familiar, but Liz is oddly reluctant. “Stormwood & Associates” uses the RPG system Super Awesome Action Heroes Second Edition with the optional Fantasy expansion and Advan…
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Welcome back to The Excitable Soul Podcast! I'm your host, James Glover, and today's episode is a special one as we have a true leader in the world of sports performance joining us. I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, Kevin Currell, the director of performance support and science at the UK Sports Institute. In this episode, Kevin and I delve deep …
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Thankfully back in a universe where the local people are normal size, the team appears to have materialized in some sort of Medieval marketplace. Which makes their truck kind of stick out. And a town guard is approaching them. (Also, we know the episodes have been running short – this is due to limited recording availability around the holidays. Ep…
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Having defeated the shadow monsters, the team must now take on their greatest threat yet — a small child. The timer is running down, but they can’t leave if they can’t get out of the child’s clutches. (Also, we know the episodes have been running short – this is due to limited recording availability around the holidays. Episodes will return to thei…
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