Best Black Dice Society Podcasts (2024)

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On Our Watch Season 2: New Folsom 51:13

1M ago51:13

51:13

Episode resources: If you are currently in crisis, you can dial 988 [U.S.] to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. SAMHSA National Help Line 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Helpline US Health and Human Services Warmline DirectoryBy NHPR

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Episode 3: Sober Algebra 32:26

2M ago32:26

32:26

This flood of roughly 1,300 people who’ve come forward all started with one man. How the widespread abuse at YDC finally came to light and how people are grappling with what justice and accountability even mean in a scandal so large. Click here to read the companion digital story made in collaboration with The Pudding. If you have suffered abuse an…

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Episode 2: If You Let a Dog Bite You 32:25

2M ago32:25

32:25

Karen Lemoine didn’t arrive at YDC looking to start trouble. But the red flags she saw were hard to ignore, especially when it came to one kid in particular. What trying to do the right thing cost both of them – and why, 30 years later, they’re speaking up again. Click here to read the companion digital story, see archival photos and internal docum…

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Episode 1: The Black Box 29:52

2M ago29:52

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For three decades, Andy Perkins didn’t talk about what happened to him at a place called YDC – the Youth Development Center. Then, he saw something on the news, and he realized he wasn’t the only person with a story about YDC. Andy gives us a rare glimpse into the black box of the juvenile justice system. Click here to read the companion digital st…

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Trailer: The Youth Development Center 2:37

2M ago2:37

2:37

New Hampshire has sent its most troubled kids to the same juvenile detention center for more than a century. It's a place that was supposed to nurture them, that instead hurt them – in some of the worst ways imaginable. A place that for decades was a black box that people are finally seeing into, and what they’re finding is absolutely shocking. How…

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 8: The Box 48:52

12M ago48:52

48:52

The true crime media spotlight shines on Jason Carroll. Then, a chance encounter leads to a surprising discovery that changes the course of his case. For more on the case and to see selected data on exonerations, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.By NHPR

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 7: This Side of the Line 56:14

12M ago56:14

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How could someone possibly confess to murder if they didn’t do it? A modern understanding of confessions sheds new light on Jason Carroll’s case. For more on the case and to see selected data on exonerations, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.By NHPR

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 6: ‘Don’t Roll the Dice’ 54:24

12M ago54:24

54:24

Jason Carroll stands trial twice – and the juries come up with their own versions of what happened. For more on the case, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.By NHPR

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 5: Trial in a Trial 49:47

12M ago49:47

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A new true crime story is told and when juries hear it, it leads to different results for all three defendants. During the first trial, the lead detective makes a big mistake. For more on the case and to see a table of confession discrepancies, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.…

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 4: ‘Promises Have Been Made’ 45:24

12M ago45:24

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One set of confessions leads to another and three men are arrested for Sharon Johnson’s murder. Then, an alleged secret comes to light that changes everything. For more on the case and to see a timeline of the interrogations, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.…

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 3: The Breaking Point 51:16

12M ago51:16

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Police interrogate a second teenager named Jason Carroll – with help from Jason’s own mother. For more on the case, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.By NHPR

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 2: The Pursuit 41:11

12M ago41:11

41:11

We begin with the story police told about Sharon Johnson’s murder. The veteran detective on the case develops a theory involving her husband and a teenager. A surprising admission leads to a new break in the case. For more on the case and to see a timeline of Sharon's last day, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook…

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 1: Extraordinary 39:51

12M ago39:51

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Sharon Johnson’s family and friends have spent the last 35 years coping with her brutal murder. But what if that story was based on a lie? The man imprisoned for her murder maintains his innocence. For more on the case, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here.…

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The 13th Step Epilogue: Employee A 23:28

1y ago23:28

23:28

A conversation with one of the women whose story of sexual assault you heard earlier in this podcast. She talks with Lauren about what it was like to hear her story published, the legal threats she has faced from Eric Spofford and his lawyers, and why she decided to speak out in the first place. Resources and more at 13thsteppodcast.org…

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The 13th Step Episode 6: The Glam Room 35:07

1y ago35:07

35:07

Since Lauren began reporting, Eric Spofford sold his New Hampshire company for millions of dollars and filed a defamation lawsuit in response to NHPR’s coverage. We catch you up on everything that’s happened. And we introduce you to a sober living community where addressing women’s sexual trauma is a priority. Listen to the whole series now by clic…

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The 13th Step Episode 5: The Litter Police 57:45

1y ago57:45

57:45

What does it take to catch a predator in the addiction treatment industry? We hear about a case in California where the CEO of a network of treatment facilities was convicted of sexual assault and massive insurance fraud. It required years of work – and two women who banded together and refused to give up. Listen to the whole series now by clicking…

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The 13th Step Episode 4: A Wild (Wild?) West 51:45

1y ago51:45

51:45

How did 13th stepping become so common in the recovery world and who can hold people accountable? Lauren looks into the history of the addiction treatment industry; goes in search of the people, government agencies, and industry groups that are supposed to oversee it; and does a deep dive into its most pervasive cultural force: AA and the 12 steps.…

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The 13th Step Episode 3: Just the Beginning 54:50

1y ago54:50

54:50

In March of 2022, Lauren publishes her first story detailing allegations against Eric Spofford. The events of the next several months illustrate the ways powerful, wealthy people can intimidate sources and try to stop journalism from happening. And then, there was the vandalism… Listen to the whole series now by clicking here.…

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The 13th Step Episode 2: The God of Recovery 49:58

1y ago49:58

49:58

As Eric Spofford tells it, he spent his teen years in the throes of addiction and crime. When he got sober, he became a crusader for recovery. We hear how he built his company – and his power. And we hear allegations that he abused that power by sexually assaulting members of his own staff. Listen to the whole series now by clicking here. Nearly al…

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The 13th Step Episode 1: The Shadow 35:13

1y ago35:13

35:13

What is “the 13th step,” and why does it matter? It all starts with understanding what it’s like to be in the earliest days of recovery. We meet two women who say they were harassed during early recovery. And we meet the man who allegedly harassed them – the founder of New Hampshire’s largest addiction treatment network. Listen to the whole series …

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Introducing: The 13th Step 4:38

1y ago4:38

4:38

Reporter Lauren Chooljian starts getting tips about the founder of New Hampshire’s largest addiction treatment network. He is allegedly sexually harassing or assaulting women — employees and former clients at his facilities. The tips send Lauren on a journey deep into the addiction treatment industry, which, as one source says, “needs a #MeToo move…

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Ep. 57: There is No Real Ending 2:47:35

2y ago2:47:35

2:47:35

This is it. The final episode. A wedding is meant to be a time for happy celebration. But, as the mists of Ravenloft approach it may be nothing more than a final reminder of what they will lose. Will the Black Dice Society get their happy ending? Or will night fall on their stories for good? Starring: Tanya DePass as Fen (I Need Diverse Games, Into…

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Ep. 56: The Wizard King 2:41:28

2y ago2:41:28

2:41:28

Two episodes remain. The Black Dice Society find themselves in Darkon and missing Nahara. Once found, she tells them about a meeting with Azalan Rex when she was separated - and what his goal for her truly is. With Rudolph Van Richtin at their side, the Society returns to Castle Ravenloft to face yet another Dark Lord. The Lich waits in his tower, …

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Ep. 55: Give a Bad Boy Enough Rope 2:29:13

2y ago2:29:13

2:29:13

Three episodes remain. The wedding is near, but tonight - the Society celebrates with a Bachelor Party! And there’s only one person in the whole of the Dread Domains that can make it a night to remember. IT’S PIDLWICK II TIME! And nothing can prepare you for what happens next. Starring: Tanya DePass as Fen (I Need Diverse Games, Into the Motherland…

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Ep. 54: Home is Where a Heart is 2:33:37

2y ago2:33:37

2:33:37

Four episodes remain. The party returns to Koshmar, and the Sword of Kas grows impatient - threatening to kill one of the Black Dice Society. Voronika may be able to help, but will her powers be enough to save Desmond’s family too? The end of their journey is nearing. But will all of the party be there when that happens? Starring: Tanya DePass as F…

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Ep. 53: The City of Skulls 2:19:43

2y ago2:19:43

2:19:43

There are only five episodes left of the Black Dice Society. The end is approaching, and in order for the party to be ready for whatever awaits them there, they must journey to some of the most dangerous places they have been yet. Old friends, old enemies, and strange powers await them. But will they be strong enough together to survive? Starring: …

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Ep. 52: The Crystal Club 2:34:46

2y ago2:34:46

2:34:46

Now two party members down, the Black Dice Society must continue on. But how long had they really been in Bluetspur? And what happened to the Dread Domains while they were away? Soon they find themselves back in Kartakass, where time has very obviously passed. Despite this, the Dark Lord Harkon Lukas (Omega Jones) is still very much alive. And Desm…

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Ep.51: Caverns of Thought 2:53:29

2y ago2:53:29

2:53:29

As the mists clear Valentine finds herself in a hauntingly familiar place. Out of time and out of place she searches for the rest of her party. But when the party is reunited they learn an even more terrifying truth of where they are and possibly what they have done. Everything Valentine's done - everything she IS - has led to this point. But will …

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GenCon 22: Knight of the Black Rose 2:45:36

2y ago2:45:36

2:45:36

The Black Dice Society all got together - for the first time in person! - for GenCon and played a live game in front of a live audience! The party faces their demons in the mists of Ravenloft, but soon find themselves in a new Domain. The Dark Lord of Sithicus, Lord Soth (Jim Zubb) has business with them and the Dark Powers seem to be on his side… …

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Black Dice Society Podcasts

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On Our Watch Season 2: New Folsom 51:13

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Episode 3: Sober Algebra 32:26

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Episode 2: If You Let a Dog Bite You 32:25

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Episode 1: The Black Box 29:52

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Trailer: The Youth Development Center 2:37

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 8: The Box 48:52

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 7: This Side of the Line 56:14

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 6: ‘Don’t Roll the Dice’ 54:24

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 5: Trial in a Trial 49:47

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 4: ‘Promises Have Been Made’ 45:24

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 3: The Breaking Point 51:16

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 2: The Pursuit 41:11

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Bear Brook S2 Ep 1: Extraordinary 39:51

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The 13th Step Epilogue: Employee A 23:28

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The 13th Step Episode 6: The Glam Room 35:07

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The 13th Step Episode 5: The Litter Police 57:45

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The 13th Step Episode 4: A Wild (Wild?) West 51:45

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The 13th Step Episode 3: Just the Beginning 54:50

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The 13th Step Episode 2: The God of Recovery 49:58

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The 13th Step Episode 1: The Shadow 35:13

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Introducing: The 13th Step 4:38

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Ep. 57: There is No Real Ending 2:47:35

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Ep. 56: The Wizard King 2:41:28

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Ep. 55: Give a Bad Boy Enough Rope 2:29:13

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Ep. 54: Home is Where a Heart is 2:33:37

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Ep. 53: The City of Skulls 2:19:43

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Ep. 52: The Crystal Club 2:34:46

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Ep.51: Caverns of Thought 2:53:29

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GenCon 22: Knight of the Black Rose 2:45:36

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