Are you new to Dungeons and Dragons? Or are you looking to hear about the game from the perspective of a few thirty-something dads who play regularly and like to have fun? Look no further than Bards and Barrels! Our podcast is the perfect introduction to the world of DnD, with engaging discussions, helpful tips, and plenty of laughs along the way. Join us bi-weekly as we explore the game and share our experiences as players and Dungeon Masters.
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S3 Ep 7: Food, Water and Encumbrance...oh my.
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Click here to send us a message! Ok, does anyone follow the encumbrance rules? Not sure we have paid too much attention to it but we may have some cool ideas on how to incorporate them situationally.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S3 Ep 6: The Opening Crack: Carpe Brewem Old Fashioned Imperial Stout
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Click here to send us a message! We head into high ABV territory this week the hefty Carpe Brewem Old Fashioned Imperial Stout from Empyrean Brewing in Lincoln, Nebraska.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Lawful Good, Chaotic Neutral, Neutral Neutral and everything in between. Today we talk alignments and why you should care about them.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! This week the team cracks open a cold can of The Griffin a Blood Orange Hefeweizen from Grim Brothers Brewing in Loveland, Colorado!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Spells spells spells and more spells. If that is something that piques your interest then you need to tune into this episode of Bards and Barrels to learn more about the wizard!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S3 Ep 2: The Opening Crack: Chonk Sundae Sour - Pineapple Whip
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Click here to send us a message! We head back to Drekker Brewing in Fargo, North Dakota for another Sundae Sour. This time Pineapple whip makes it's way to the table and boy is it good.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller, Phil Boon and Damen Jensen-Heitmann
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Click here to send us a message! Season 3 kicks off with they guys discussing of AI has both created opportunity and controversy within the world of Dungeons and Dragons,By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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BONUS: The Opening Crack - Dungeon at First Street Brewing
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Click here to send us a message! Our friends at First Street Brewing are doing something really cool in the world of D&D. Five tables, thirty players and everyone playing different pieces of a story that culminates by coming together at the end. This is going to be epic! We also sample the Assumption Saison, a beautiful beer, and talk about the mis…
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A story of a young pirate, and how reaping our own consequences is sometimes God's way of bringing us back to Him. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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A radio host demonstrating unconditional love for his wayward son. A reinterpretation of the Prodigal Son --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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A story about a dog and her owner, who is trying to understand her dog's signals about a strange neighborhood kid. Also about how to approach scriptures when it is hard to understand. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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Click here to send us a message! We have arrived at the finish line! Thank you so much for every one that helped contribute to and excellent second season of Bards and Barrels. Take a listen to hear us reflect a bit on this season and give a sneak preview of whats going to happen of the summer and into the fall. Most importantly a big thank you to …
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Click here to send us a message! The mailbag is full this week! As we get set to wrap up season two let's dive into some of YOUR questions!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Skol! There is a viking invasion this week as Nordic Jam hits our tastebuds. This fruity beer from Two Pitchers Brewing is very interesting. Take a listen to see what the guys think about about this one.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Up the rebels, down the British! -- This week we go back in time for a interesting and historical 5e setting for you to use! Nations and Cannons in a Revolutionary War campaign setting that not only provides the historical context to throw at your party but also get some solid mechanics on how to use things like mus…
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack: Bligh's Barleywine Ale
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Click here to send us a message! Possibly the strongest beer we have had on the show so far, Bligh's Barleywine Ale from Dry Dock Brewing clocked in at a 13% on it's ABV -- was this a direct hit or did this nautical themed beer have to walk the plank? Listen and find out!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Ep. 15 - Light of Xaryxis Campaign Review
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Click here to send us a message! The party is back together! Matt and Isaac rejoin the crew to review, Light of Xaryxis, a fun space based DnD module. Check it out! SPOILER ALERT: If you plan to play this at some point there are some major plot points discussed. Content Warning: While light, there is some adult language and adult humor throughout t…
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack: Lemon-Lime Pop Cultured
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Click here to send us a message! This golden ale from Obscurity Brewing in Elburn, Illinois absolutely fits the bill as pop. The guys discuss the grayed lines between beer and soda with this one. It's fun and worth a listen!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! This is a unique episode of Bards and Barrels as we stray away from D&D a bit. Phil and Ross review Mörk Borg, a dark, apocalyptic role playing game. Phil probably puts it best...this role playing game is easy to learn, easy to play and easy to DIE. Check it out!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Chonk: Sundae Sour
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Click here to send us a message! Wowzers! Do we have an interesting brew this week from Drekker Brewing Company in Fargo, North Dakota. Chonk Sundae Sour has mango, apricot, orange push pop and whole lot of smoothie vibes going on. The guys were pretty enamored by this one. Take a listen!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Crusaders, Knights of the Round Table and even Thor Odinson...all fine examples of the humble yet mighty Paladin! Pack up your long sword or run the risk of feeling their divine smite. Lets go with another class review!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Knee High Hefeweizen
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Click here to send us a message! Millstream Brewing Company of Amana, Iowa is back with another beer on The Opening Crack! Brett, Ross and Ph.....er Damen, from Steeple Brewing, take a sip and give this tasty beer a review.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! The guys dip into the mailbag once again and find some...interesting questions this time around. Solving one of the most important questions they have come across too. Just how long is a dagger that is meant for a halfling?By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Has the perfect brunch beer been found?! The boys think so as the Michelada from 4 Noses Brewing Company in Broomfield, Colorado gets cracked for a review. If you are a fan of Bloody Marys, pickles and peppers than this beer is going to be right up your alley!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! The humble bard maybe isn't so humble and superficial as we all thought. Phil certainly found this out when made ANOTHER Rogue out a Bard. Seriously though, the Bard is a much cooler class than we ever gave it credit for. Take a listen.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Gyrating Giraffe
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Click here to send us a message! Yea you read that right. The guys tackle the Gyrating Giraffe from Lupulin Brewing in Big Lake, Minnesota. You would think this 10% ABV, Triple IPA, would be a punch in the mouth but instead managed to break the show's challenge rating scale. Take a listen!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Ep. 10 - The Journey to a Home Brewed Adventure
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Click here to send us a message! So you finished your first campaign or starter set? Whats next? The guys share some tips and tricks that they have come across as they get set to revive their party from Decent in Avernus and move into the world of home brew.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Ep. 9 - We talk with Crit Hit the Giant
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Click here to send us a message! In this episode the guys talk with Sean Winningham aka Crit Hit The Giant who has been documenting his journey into Dungeons and Dragons with a ton of content across his various social media channels. This one was a blast! We hope you enjoyBy Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Spicy Pickle Fight
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Click here to send us a message! It's another beer this week. This time getting quite spicy as we tackle the Spicy Pickle Fight from Nebraska Brewing Company! This is a good one!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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A story that illustrates how the battlefields in the mind could be spiritual forces with intelligence and personality working against us. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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A pastor realizes where he's going to take his sermon, as soon as old Miss Margaret hobbles into the back row. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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One Non-Senile Moment/Your Love is Not In Vain
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If the love you worked so hard to give is not appreciated, just know that your love is seen by someone, and is NOT IN VAIN. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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A little domestic disturbance as an anecdote teaching us the problem with worship on Sunday leading to careless sin when we get home. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Dirty Bastard
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Click here to send us a message! The guys take on the strongest and most hoppy beer yet -- Dirty Bastard Scotch Ale from Founders Brewing Company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. If 8% ABV beers are your thing...then you need to listen to this episode and find this beer. Cheers!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Short story about a young man gaining hope from seeing the desperate need his great grandfather was in at one point. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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Click here to send us a message! Time to drop another class review! The guys got a little chatty as this episode is longer than normal but after getting last week off it's about time they got their butt in great! Also they take a look at DnDBeyond's 2023 Unrolled and some of the expected an unexpected things that popped up there in the annual year …
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Ellie's Brown Ale
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Click here to send us a message! In this post-Christmas episode the guys get a taste of Ellie's Brown Ale from Avery Brewing Company in Boulder, Colorado! Also, a guest a appearance from a chilly, some might say abominable, friend of the show.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon
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Click here to send us a message! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to the entire Bards and Barrels family out there! Here is a holiday special for you....playable Santa PC, Christmas in Faerun, Holiday beer and as always all the laughs and craziness the crew brings to the table. Enjoy!By Ross, Brett and Phil
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Shiner Holiday Cheer
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Click here to send us a message! The crackle of the fire, jingle bells, and the opening crack of a bottle of Shiner Holiday Cheer. This delicious peach and pecan holiday beer is the focus of the crew this week.By Ross, Brett and Phil
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Click here to send us a message! Maybe you thought it was missing or that we decided not to do it in Season 2. Well you are wrong on both counts, The MAILBAG returns! We have a solid array of questions to tackle in this one so don't miss out!By Ross, Brett and Phil
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Citra Pale Ale
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Click here to send us a message! The boys get back to some good ol' craft beer! This time sampling the Citra Pale Ale from Upslope Brewing in Boulder, Colorado. Take a listen!By Ross, Brett and Phil
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Do we actually fear the words of spells more than we invoke the power of the words in the Bible? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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How another overdose brought a family to a breakthrough in humility and vulnerability. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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A man is threatening to leave his wife for not keeping up, until he realizes he has done the same at work. Be careful how you judge others, for you may be judged with the same words. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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Click here to send us a message! One more episode for the aspiring Dungeon Master. This time honing in on the mechanics you need to know at the table and the general running of the game.By Ross, Brett and Phil
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A first person take on Jesus entering Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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The psalms call God to seek revenge on our enemies, but maybe our enemies aren't the flesh and blood we think they are. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Dead Man's Run
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Click here to send us a message! This week the boys crack open Dead Man's Run from Cosmic Eye Brewing in Lincoln, Nebraska. Is this premium American lager the gateway beer for all the non-craft beer drinkers among us? Might be time to find out.By Ross, Brett and Phil
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Click here to send us a message! This episode is all about the bori....wait....you might be actually surprised with what you can do with the versatile fighter class! The crew is ready to drop some knowledge on this typically overlooked class.By Ross, Brett and Phil
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A pastor who doesn't listen to people is confronted with some truths he was never aware of before. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raw-spoon/support
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