Best Tira Podcasts (2024)

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Sommelier Tira Johnson 1:25:18

10d ago1:25:18

1:25:18

Calling all wine lovers, award winning sommelier Tira Johnson joins us on the pod this week. If you've always wanted to improve your wine knowledge but wondered where to start, this episode is for you. We discuss what wines to always have in your fridge, does screw top means it's not as good, disco balls AND does fancy glassware really matter? Brea…

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Special - What Tira Heard 7:27

26d ago7:27

7:27

Special: Tira faces an important choice, but she's not going to face it alone. After all, there's always Blood Ember, right? This special episode lets us in on an internal discussion as Tira figures out how to proceed--listen now to get that inside scoop! ----- We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjo…

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Special: Converging Paths 9:04

3h ago9:04

9:04

Special: Four figures make their way to a common location, pulled by the insatiable urging of a mysterious vision. Who could they be? What awaits them? This teaser sets the stage for an upcoming series of special episodes that should be an entertaining parallel to our main story as we welcome a guest DM. Listen now to get a preview of things to com…

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w/ Laura Peaslee 50:39

5h ago50:39

50:39

S5/E2: Growing up in an outdoorsy, adventurous family, it’s no surprise that Laura Peaslee (Physical Therapist, SICI Certified Bike Fitter) would end up following a path so connected with the cycling community. We of course start with some early memories — family road trips, losing the training wheels, and first mountain bike adventures. But I espe…

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Pizza Consultant Angelo Womack 1:04:45

2h ago1:04:45

1:04:45

We know you have always wondered how to make the best pizza at home or if Javier Bardem is a dick. You've been up at night struggling with the question of Dominos vs Papa Johns vs Pizza Hut? Find out the answers to these burning questions and more (ARE ALIENS REAL?) with Rad Times Pizza aka pizza savant/consultant Angelo Womack; the man who may or …

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Creation Corner: Flavoring Up Bards 35:46

1h ago35:46

35:46

Creation Corner: Bards are a mainstay in fantasy RPGs, but where do they come from? Listen in to this pretty dense episode to learn more about these poets, historians, singers, and entertainers. Why were they important? What purpose did they serve? How confusing could their history be? There's only one way to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebard…

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Ep 171 - Through the Fire 55:53

20d ago55:53

55:53

Ep 171: A dangerous mission lies before the party as Sekhmet attempts to infiltrate the Reaver's camp. Bash and Tira are on overwatch, but will they be able to provide timely aid? Listen now to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We…

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w/ Chris Kesney 1:03:33

8d ago1:03:33

1:03:33

SEASON 5/ EPISODE 1: I first met Chris Kesney when he randomly stopped by our moving sale in 2023, and after he offered up some interested bike facts, we discussed plans to get him on the podcast. So, after a way-too-long hiatus, I finally got the mics dusted off on a stormy April morning to kick off the season 5 sessions. Through life-experience t…

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8it App Founder Steve Raggiani 1:04:45

17d ago1:04:45

1:04:45

On this episode, food entrepreneur Steve Raggiani joins the ladies in the studio to talk SO.MUCH.FOOD. From going in, to coming out, the conversation turns "shitty". They talk creation of Steve's food app 8it, growing up in an Italian restaurant family, IG collab etiquette and the MOST important question; always ask, "What's in the bag?!" Join us f…

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Chef Isabel Lee 43:02

15d ago43:02

43:02

Chef Isabel Lee of Forsyth Fire Escape sits down with Lala & Judith to discuss how the bucket drop burrito came to life! The ladies talk female led entrepreneurship with a side of fried chicken & ice cream. They also discuss corporate career pivots, how social media can blow your shit up, growing a business from pop up to brick & mortar, and how so…

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Ep 170 - When the Ship Comes In 53:36

1M ago53:36

53:36

Ep 170: The party settles into camp life, with the Reaver and his army only a few miles away. Things are heating up, and many things are converging in this remote place. What will happen next? Listen now to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by S…

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Chef Eric Greenspan 1:01:50

29d ago1:01:50

1:01:50

This week, we're getting edgy with Food Network personality and cookbook author Eric Greenspan. We discuss everything from how one achieves "Celebrity Chef" status to beating Bobby Flay. We find out from the “Grilled Cheese God” how many sandwich recipes exist AND tackle the burning question: is Guy Fieri genuinely a nice guy or just a flame-shirte…

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Creation Corner - Worldbuilders with Pat 48:23

1M ago48:23

48:23

Creation Corner: It's said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Maps are a cornerstone of fantasy settings, and they can be useful tools for building worlds. In this episode, we talk with Pat (@mountain_foot on Twitter, @pate on Discord), a Stacker and dungeon cartographer who creates and uses maps extensively in his own gaming work. Join us f…

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Ep 169 - Boot Camp 59:16

2M ago59:16

59:16

Ep 169: Having overcome the initial shock and suspicion of an unexpected arrival, the party now has the opportunity to explore the Alliance camp as they prepare for battle against the Reaver. What will the members do to get ready? You'll have to listen now to find out. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our…

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Chef Ruben Rodriguez 47:49

1M ago47:49

47:49

Join the ladies as they get real with Chef Ruben Rodriguez of Nai & Bad Hombre in the East Village. They dig into his wild tales of growing up in Galicia, Spain, his no-BS take on the hospitality industry, and why pilates isn’t just for soccer moms. Plus, talkin' shit on the hilarious mishaps of getting older. @rubenboilsoctopus @naitapas @badhombr…

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Chefs Jeremiah Stone & Fabian Von Hauske Valtierra 1:11:01

1M ago1:11:01

1:11:01

In this episode, best friends and badass chefs Fabian Von Hauske Valtierra and Jeremiah Stone, the masterminds behind NYC's Wildair & Contra, join us. This Michelin starred, culinary duo faces off against Lala and Judith in a battle to see which pair of besties knows each other best. Brace yourself for wild stories, some good-natured trash talk, an…

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Chef Wes Whitsell 51:41

1M ago51:41

51:41

We chat with Michelin Star awarded chef Wes Whitsell, currently cooking in Los Angeles with projects Mama's Boy & The Waterfront Venice. We discuss boxed cake, colonoscopies, the differences in dining in Los Angeles & New York City, cooking from your nuts, faking it until you make it, and oh so much MORE! @chefweswhitsell @mamasboy @thewaterfrontve…

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Author Mandy Naglich 1:03:26

2M ago1:03:26

1:03:26

In this super candid episode, we chat with Mandy Naglich, the badass award-winning home beer brewer, super taster, Master Cicerone, and author of the facinating book "How to Taste." Mandy spills the tea (and maybe a few beers) on the fine art of tasting, her thoughts on natural wine and why the R train has its disadvantages. But obviously there's m…

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Ep 168 - Surprise, Surprise 48:40

2M ago48:40

48:40

The final portal beckons as the party stands at the brink of the last stage of its epic quest. What awaits them on the other side? Listen now to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appr…

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Special - Convergence 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

While the chieftains of Rindis make their way toward the looming battle, other events are coming together in the southern parts of Moriga. Find out what's shaping up as we move to another part of the troubled world of Vardalon--listen now! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middle…

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Special - Reunion 13:08

2M ago13:08

13:08

Continue with Hild as she seeks her father and the other chieftains of the Spine of Rindis as they march steadily toward battle. The world continues to grow and change, and we hope you enjoy this sneak peek into concurrent events. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Sc…

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Special - Long Road Home 13:46

3M ago13:46

13:46

Follow a companion of the heroes of Arden as the party moves on to the next leg of its adventure. The world continues to grow and change, and we hope you enjoy this sneak peek into concurrent events. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We're …

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Ep 167 - To Say Goodbye 51:15

3M ago51:15

51:15

The guardian has fallen, and now the party must figure out what to do as the world begins to come apart around them. It's a race to make sure everyone is safe--and you can find out what happens by listening now. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams …

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Special - Welcome to Level 17, Tira 14:23

3M ago14:23

14:23

The mountain-top battle has come to a close, and the characters take a moment to evaluate themselves. In this special level-up episode, Meredith gives us the skinny on what the fiery-tempered barbarian adds to her arsenal, and reflects on Tira's development. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Ca…

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Special - Welcome to Level 15, Sekhmet 11:12

3M ago11:12

11:12

The mountain-top battle has come to a close, and the characters take a moment to evaluate themselves. In this special level-up episode, join us as Jeremy discusses Sekhmet's new abilities and thinks through the character's development. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate…

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Special - Welcome to Level 17, Wamberbash 4:42

3M ago4:42

4:42

The mountain-top battle has come to a close, and the characters take a moment to evaluate themselves. In this special level-up episode, join us as Michael shares what Wamberbash gains as an even more powerful mystic. And you thought he was tough before... ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capit…

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Creation Corner: Worldbuilders with Maxsun 23:42

3M ago23:42

23:42

Creation Corner: Hungry for more worldbuilding ideas? Today we get to speak with our youngest Worldbuilder yet. Maxsun wrote us a glowing review that we read in a recent episode. In this episode we sit down with him to talk about his own creative endeavors, and what he has in store for some lucky gamers. There's some neat ideas to dig into in this …

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Ep 166 - Such a Scream 1:33:09

3M ago1:33:09

1:33:09

The battle rages on in the eerie ice chamber atop the snowclad mountain overlooking the long-forgotten valley. It's a fight to the death, with the future of Vardalon on the line, and you can listen to it now to find out what happens next! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middleg…

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Ep 165 - The Cave 1:23:50

4M ago1:23:50

1:23:50

A haunting cavern awaits at the end of the frigid passageway. What will the party discover there? Check it out now to find out. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hop…

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Creation Corner: Worldbuilders with Josh 29:40

4M ago29:40

29:40

Creation Corner: Hungry for more worldbuilding ideas? Joining us today is Josh Pinkerton, sometime guest DM and player on the Tales from the Glass-Guarded World podcast. In today's episode we talk about managing the precarious balance of creating new story in an existing world. Josh has done this with great skill in his appearances, and we talk abo…

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Ep 164 - Long Hard Climb 1:17:48

4M ago1:17:48

1:17:48

Awakening from a much-needed rest, the party must now figure out what to do next. There's a lot of uncertainty in this mysterious ancient city, and plenty to work through. To find out what lies ahead, listen now! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams…

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Ep 163 - Black Blade 46:24

5M ago46:24

46:24

An abandoned city, a mysterious portal, a rich but sinister treasure room. What more can the party find in this strange place? You know what to do--listen now to find out what happens next! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We're glad you'r…

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Ep 162 - Hideaway 48:20

5M ago48:20

48:20

The battle in the heart of the forgotten city has come to an unsettling end as frozen foes are no longer able to defend themselves. A dark entity lurks to the north, and the party is in bad shape. What will they do to find shelter? Listen now to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capit…

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Creation Corner: Worldbuilders, featuring Pavel 29:39

5M ago29:39

29:39

Creation Corner: Hungry for more worldbuilding ideas? Then you're going to love our conversation with Pavel, who dove into our podcast after learning about it in another Discord server. He brings a lot of passion and some intriguing ideas for a new world--Scrollworld--that will take greater shape in an upcoming podcast. There's a lot to think about…

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Special - Vápnatak 10:31

5M ago10:31

10:31

This week we step aside for some other things happening nearby. The world continues to move even when the heroes are in a bad spot! Listen now to find out what happens next. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We're glad you're sharing our st…

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Special - Welcome to Level 16, Tira 10:44

6M ago10:44

10:44

Special: Welcome to this special episode as Tira steps into a new level! Our beloved barbarian picks up some welcome enhancements, so listen now to find out what she gets. And, as before, be sure to hang in to hear our preliminary talk and decision-making. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capi…

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Ep 161 - The Battle Rages On 1:13:36

6M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

In the heart of the mysterious city, the party is captivated by the haunting architecture, but they quickly find they don't have time to explore further as a spear interrupts the investigation. Let the battle begin, and find out what happens now. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City -…

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Special - Welcome to Level 16, Wamberbash 14:08

6M ago14:08

14:08

Special: Welcome to this special episode as Wamberbash attains a new level! This is a big step for our humble mystic, so listen now to find out what he picks up at level 16. And stick around for the deliberation that leads up to the final decision! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City…

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Ep 160 - In the City 57:19

6M ago57:19

57:19

With the sound of retreating footsteps echoing loudly in the abandoned streets, the party emerges from its hiding places. Under the uncertain guidance of the mysterious man, the adventurers continue their exploration of this eerie place. What awaits them in the vine-shrouded place ahead? Listen now to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses m…

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Special - The Coming Storm 10:17

6M ago10:17

10:17

While the party explores the mysterious lost valley in the remote peaks of Rindis, big things are happening in the world. This week's special short episode provides some insights into the weighty decisions that must be made elsewhere. Listen now to find out what's going on! ----- We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your suppor…

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Ep 159 - Empty Landscape 1:12:36

7M ago1:12:36

1:12:36

A mysterious whistler is approaching from the woods, and the party must prepare itself to meet...whoever it is. What will happen next? You know the only way to find out--listen now! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan We're glad you're sharin…

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Ep 158 - It's Oh So Quiet 1:01:27

7M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

In the valley lost to time, the party finds itself unsure of how to proceed. Some nearby ruins look enticing, but are they all they appear to be? Will Wamberbash behave? There's only one way to find out--listen now! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Sh…

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Ep 157 - Forgotten Trail 1:00:56

7M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Out on the open road, the world unfolds before the party. The heroes have a general idea of what needs to happen next, but before they can do anything, they first need to find a fabled city known for being lost. What awaits them on the road? Listen now to find out. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use…

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Ep 156 - Why You Had to Leave 1:00:03

7M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

With the chieftains of Rindis gathered, it's now time to put together the spear that will unite a splintered people. What will happen in the high hall as the party tries to assemble the crafted artifacts? Just how divided is this nation? And what will happen next? Listen now to find out! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! W…

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Special - Welcome to Level 14, Sekhmet 5:38

8M ago5:38

5:38

Special: Welcome to this special episode as we welcome the mysterious and personable arcane trickster to a new level! Listen now as we find out what he picks up at level 14, and get our take on some things. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan…

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Ep 155 - I’ve Got the Music In Me 1:03:24

8M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

The haft is complete, and the chieftain roused from his grief-induced state. Now it's time to fulfill the rest of the ancient prophecy, and the party prepares itself for this task. Join us now to see what happens next! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by…

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Ep 154 - Bare Trees 54:46

8M ago54:46

54:46

Through its efforts, the party has magically encouraged the Fate-Tree to bloom, and now they face the next part of the challenge: how to turn it into a haft for the spear that will unite Rindis. Listen now to find out what happens next! ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegat…

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Special - After the Trip 37:48

8M ago37:48

37:48

Special: And we're back, with a family trip now safely behind us. Join us this week as we discuss our adventures, and look for pictures of the places we visited. We hope you'll be able to draw some game-related inspiration from the things we talk about. If so, we'd love to hear from you about what's appealed to your fancy! ----- We're glad you're s…

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Special - Winter Travel Plans 10:03

9M ago10:03

10:03

Special: The holiday season is upon us, and Rhett, Meredith, Thane, and Rhiannon are going to take advantage of this special time to head back over for a family adventure to Germany. Hear what kinds of things we hope to do in our short time there, and we'll be sure to report with a stream of photos and a follow-up episode after we return. Also, we …

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Ep 153 - The Trees They Do Grow High 37:31

9M ago37:31

37:31

The puzzles continue as the party works through the challenge of the Fate-Tree of Hártunstaðr. Their reputation as the heroes of prophecy hangs in the balance--will they emerge triumphant? Listen now to find out. ----- Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of: Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams…

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