Best Evil Dungeon Master Podcasts (2024)

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Mayfair's Underground RPG, Often called DC Heroes lite? 12:07

2h ago12:07

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#Underground #MayfairRPG #RPG Underground is a satirical "grim and gritty"-style superhero role playing game set in the near future. It was released by Mayfair Games in 1993 as a commentary on the politics and society of the early 1990s. Drivethru link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/2873/underground?affiliate_id=421647 --- Send in a voice…

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Fighting Fantasy Books are very cool! 9:08

1h ago9:08

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#FightingFantasy #AdventureBooks Today on the podcast I decided to discuss the fighting fantasy books by Ian Livingstone. I found a few at Half Priced Books and I remember these books being a lot of fun. Though I don't remember this cover as its a recent 2017 edition. Link to Book: https://amzn.to/4clwFc8 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas…

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Hidden Gems in Used Books! 12:03

2d ago12:03

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#Usedbooks #DMTips In today's episode, I discuss buying used books from the store and finding a hidden gem, like a map, or a creature, or an entire dungeon. Its joy to find these things inside the book as it makes you think about what you could do it with it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupp…

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Reponse to Friday's Fireside Chat! 10:40

3d ago10:40

10:40

Last Friday, Geoff and I did a live stream for my youtube channel and we wanted to respond to those who left comments on the show afterwards. Some GREAT comments, so they deserve answering right away! Link to Video: https://youtube.com/live/GsG5vKNthAQ?feature=share --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/mess…

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From HeroQuest to Heroic Adventures 1:02:01

5d ago1:02:01

1:02:01

SideQuests! returns with a revamped lineup, introducing the newest podcast paladin, Mike Taylor (TaylorLyfe). Rob and Mike dive into Mike's intriguing journey from childhood adventures with HeroQuest and comic books to his distinguished military career and, surprisingly, his initial resistance to tabletop roleplaying games. Despite being drawn to t…

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Technology in Gaming, Good or Bad? You Decide! 13:34

6d ago13:34

13:34

#Gaming #DMTips #TechnologyGaming On today's podcast I reach into the email bag and answer a question about what I think of how gaming has evolved with technology, and what I think is better overall. What do I think? You'll have to tune in and find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupport th…

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Advanced Dungeons & Dragons - The Sometimes Controversial Charm Monster Spell 13:55

7d ago13:55

13:55

#DMtips #Spells #Greyhawk On today's podcast, I flip open the AD&D 1e Player's handbook to the 4th level Magic User spell called, "Charm Monster". Discuss that spell, how to use and how its often talked about as Controversial as far as how its been used by various people. I also tell you a story about how it was part of one of the worst gaming expe…

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Dungeons & Dragons - The Manual of Hexterity! 9:14

8d ago9:14

9:14

#dungeonsanddragons #hexmapping #mapping On today's podcast, I am going over the Manual of Hexterity, a pay what you will product on Drivethrurpg.com, that is an excellent tool for your DM binder. It adds a lot of flavor to your hex maps and even your dungeon maps. Link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/395396/manual-of-hexterity?affiliate_i…

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Episode 42 - The Master of Misfits 1:11:53

8d ago1:11:53

1:11:53

Send us a Text Message. The Derps arrive in the nation of Roth and are introduced to Wyatt Finch's mysterious and powerful business partner, then some chaos ensues. Patreon Instagram Facebook Twitter Discord Cover art by MichelleO Art (@michelleoart) Music Credits: "Meatball Parade” “Teller of Tales” "Investigations" "Silver Flame" "Gypsy Shoegazer…

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Shadowrun - Giving characters the spotlight? 9:29

9d ago9:29

9:29

#GMTips #Shadowrun #RPG In this episode, I got an email from Lucas asking about how do you ensure that each archetype can shine and feel equally important in a campaign. I go over ways you can make each character feel important and have their moment in the spotlight. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/mes…

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Dungeons and Dragons - Keeping players on track with modules? 10:31

10d ago10:31

10:31

#DMTips #DMAdvice #RPG In the latest episode of our podcast, I talk about a thought-provoking email inquiry about guiding players through modules and keeping them engaged. Join me as I reflect on this intriguing question and share valuable insights and practical tips on how to effectively steer players within the framework of modules. Really gettin…

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Grievances I have about people who only play D&D and nothing else! 11:19

13d ago11:19

11:19

In today's episode, I get right to the chase of things and talk about a situation a friend is having with his group not wanting to play anything other then D&D and how its good to experience other RPGs, if only to recharge your batteries for the old faithful game you love. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevil…

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Shadowrun - Bottled Demon Module is Excellent! 13:46

14d ago13:46

13:46

#Shadowrun #BottledDemon #RPG On today's podcast, I decided to pull out one of my favorite second edition modules to talk about, the Bottled Demon. It has a lot going on, and its really interesting. Listen in as I talk about the module's plot and how interesting it is for a new GM looking for a mission or two. --- Send in a voice message: https://p…

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The Haunting of Dorosaud: Session 7 - Campaign 2 D&D 3:13:38

15d ago3:13:38

3:13:38

We're back with another session with these rascal players. The team has a lighthearted trip to the cold towns of the south on the hunt for Leclair and dock in a mysteriously shrouded and abandoned town. What happened to Dorosaud and can they solve the problem or die trying? We strive to have a good time while playing and hope you enjoy our show and…

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Dungeons and Dragons - Solo Crawling, No GM Oracle needed! 13:29

15d ago13:29

13:29

#GMlessgames #soloRPG #SoloTTRPG Welcome to the podcast and today's topic is about playing D&D by yourself, but there is no need for complex GM Emulators, or oracles needed! You can engage in building a world and dungeons to play through and all you need is your party of characters, hex maps, grid map, the AD&D DMG book and your imagination. Listen…

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Shadowrun - Designing Missions Advice 13:18

16d ago13:18

13:18

#Shadowrun #RPG On today's podcast, I am answering an email but this time, its about Shadowrun. The question is about designing missions and what advice do I have about making the missions interesting. Listen in as I give an example of a mission I came up with that lasted a few sessions, and had a moral dilemma. --- Send in a voice message: https:/…

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Dungeons and Dragons: Limited Wish, How Limited is it really? 11:52

17d ago11:52

11:52

On today's podcast, I decided to take a look at the limited wish spell, breaking it down and giving my interpretation of the spell, how it could be used and how it should not be used. Of course just like anything in any game, the opinion is subjective to the reader's interpretation, and in this case its mine. Maybe you'll rule things differently an…

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Beyond Earths – Fantasy 1e – Episode 80 - Seran's On Trial! 55:01

20d ago55:01

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With Seran's trial loom over his head the group tries to plan to get him out of trouble, but the Duke isn't having it. #palladium #Fantasy #RPG Steven playing Seran - Elf - Palladin Geoff playing Lord Lee - Human - Knight Corey playing - Nova - Human - Summoner Jakob playing - Lucian - Human - Warlock Sarah playing - Lady Astrid - Human - Monster H…

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Solo RPGs - Games you can play in your head! 13:54

21d ago13:54

13:54

#soloRPG #soloroleplaying #RPG In today's episode, I talk about a book that helped things actually click in my head for Solo Roleplaying and give me a better understand of how to actually do it. Listen in and I will describe what about this book really helped! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSup…

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Should a DM Give Players Advice & Warnings? 11:49

22d ago11:49

11:49

In this episode today, I ponder the question of a DM giving players advice during combat, warnings during play and if those players should listen to the DM. I also go over if a DM should give "bad or evil" advice to players and is that fair of him to do that? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupp…

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Dungeons and Dragons: The Armor Spell, from 1st to 5th, How its changed 11:13

23d ago11:13

11:13

#DMtips #dnd #RPG On today's podcast I decided to take a look at another spell, starting with its AD&D 1e roots, and see how its evolved since then. The Armor spell in AD&D is often misused in my opinion and I wanted to clear up how it works exactly and then we take a look at Mage Armor, which is what the spell morphed into and compare it with 3e a…

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Dungeons and Dragons: The Goodberry spell, The Forgotten Gem of Druid Magic 11:22

24d ago11:22

11:22

#dungeonsanddragons #druidspells #dnd In this episode I shine the spotlight on an often-overlooked spell called, Goodberry. Join me as I look at it from AD&D, and how its evolved through out the editions of D&D. Its a very versatile spell and it should be in every Druid's list of spells. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…

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Paladins & Protection from Evil! 10:55

25d ago10:55

10:55

#DMtips #DnD #ADnD In this episode I got an email from LeroyD20 asking me about my thoughts about thoughts on the Paladins continuous protection from evil ability and if the "detect evil" ability is over used! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: https://F…

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Beyond Earths – Fantasy 1e – Episode 79 - Seran's in trouble! 57:27

27d ago57:27

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This week the adventures head into town to rest, but Seran's newly aquired insanities get him into some hot water while in town, causing the group to have to hang around and help Seran through his dilema. #palladium #Fantasy #RPG Steven playing Seran - Elf - Palladin Geoff playing Lord Lee - Human - Knight Corey playing - Nova - Human - Summoner Ja…

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The Grievances about Heroes vs Anti-Heroes 21:33

28d ago21:33

21:33

#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #humor In this episode, Sal and Vince sit down and discuss a GM's Grievances about Heroes vs Anti-heroes characters and tropes. Website: ⁠⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠⁠ Support: ⁠⁠https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@⁠⁠⁠theEvilDM.com Facebook: ⁠⁠https://FB.com/TheEvilDungeonMaster⁠ --- Send in a…

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Spell Preparation and Creation 14:03

29d ago14:03

14:03

#DMtips #GMTips #DND In this episode I got an email from Marcus, asking me about how to handle spell Preparation, what to do if a party is in a hurry or the prep gets interrupted and then he asks about custom spells. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: ht…

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The Hunt for Leclair - Session 6: Campaign 2 D&D 3:36:22

1M ago3:36:22

3:36:22

We enter this session with the new crew completing two jobs and interested in the next. Is it time to split up or stay together? Decisions must be made and what is going on with this missing merchant? We hope you enjoy this session and all the laughter! It's a much needed fun session; may our shenanigans spread joy to you, as well. Thank you for li…

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Let's Call this an RFI Mini as DM Will is here! 32:37

30d ago32:37

32:37

#DMtips #RFI #ADND1e Listen in as Vince is joined by former co-host of Roll for Imitative, DM Will! The two kick off the show talking about conventions and then various topics that include how to handle players who don't show up, Virtual Table tops, and keeping players engaged in the game. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/T…

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Designing Campaigns from the ground up 13:15

1M ago13:15

13:15

#DMTips #CampaignDesign #dnd In today's episode, I go through my process that works for me for building homebrew worlds for the start of a campaign. Everyone has their own process, and no one person will do it the same, so here is my method. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@t…

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Making Giant Monster End Bosses More Interesting 12:52

1M ago12:52

12:52

#DMTips #GMTips #dnd In today's episode I was asked a few questions from a listener, and she wanted to know how I could make the giant end boss encounter a little more interesting and original. Tune in and find out what tips I give to make the encounter more interesting! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X:…

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Decisions After Midnight - Session 5: Campaign 2 D&D 3:35:06

1M ago3:35:06

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Session 5! AKA: our first stream! If you weren't able to catch our first dive into streaming then you must wait no further! Our players are in the midst of solving a mystery while attending a gala event! When decisions start to take unexpected turns, the heat turns up! Thank you for watching! We appreciate your viewership very much and any likes, s…

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DMs, How do you control rowdy players? 11:07

1M ago11:07

11:07

#DMTip #DMAdvice #RPG In today's episode, a question from a listener Carl, I cover how to handle a group full of rowdy players, and how to calm them down. I answer this with a story about one of my games and answer a question about RFI's DM Will, a former Co-host. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheE…

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DM Advice on running Mystery & Investigation sessions 12:35

1M ago12:35

12:35

#DMTips #GMTips #RPG On today's show I got an message on FB from listener Samantha, who wanted to know my thoughts on running an adventure for mystery & Investigations. What tips I have for keeping it engaging and interesting. Tune into today's show and see what I suggest! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/…

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Talking Homebrew races, is it possible? Octopus-People? 11:39

1M ago11:39

11:39

#dmtips #homebrew #dnd Got a message asking me for advice on creating homebrew races for D&D, and how to balance them. In today's podcast I went over the pro's and con's of making new races as well as explored a custom race I came up with for this podcast called Octopus-People. Listen in and find out more! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: ht…

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Thoughts on the Men in Black Roleplaying Game 9:41

1M ago9:41

9:41

#D6 #RPG #MeninBlack On today's podcast, I got a question on my facebook page, from Jake asking about the Men in Black Roleplaying game by West End Games. He wanted to know what my experiences were with this game and is it worth playing. Listen in and see what I say! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌T…

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Players, let's make character backgrounds better! 14:21

1M ago14:21

14:21

#Dnd #DungeonsandDragons #RPG In today's podcast, I go over some really cool background options I found in Spycraft that can apply to any game you play and it helps build a really cool background for your character without really trying. Answer the questions I talk about and you'll have a really interesting picture of what you character will be lik…

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Beyond Earths – Fantasy 1e – Episode 78 - Tomb of Nameless Fire P2 1:24:40

1M ago1:24:40

1:24:40

After rocks falling and the gang clearing their way out they continue on with the Tomb, and try to find the Cipher. #palladium #Fantasy #RPG Steven playing - Seran - Elf - Palladin Geoff playing - Lord Lee - Human - Knight Corey playing - Nova - Human - Summoner Jakob playing - Lucian - Human - Warlock Sarah playing - Lady Astrid - Human - Monster …

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DMs, we are only human, own up to mistakes.. 7:55

1M ago7:55

7:55

#DMTips #GMtips #RPG #advice Today I got a message from Ryan T on my Facebook page, asking about what to do with situation he's in. Today's episode talks about that and basically that we as DM need to have fun like the players and sometimes we make mistakes, owning up to that mistake is the key and almost all players will understand. Website: https…

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DMs, Let's Talk Blue Dragons! 15:36

1M ago15:36

15:36

#Dragons #DMtips #Dnd In today's episode, I got an email from Rebecca S, asking what my favorite Dragon is to use when running a game. Rebecca didn't mention an edition of D&D, so I defaulted to AD&D 1e, flipped open the Monster Manual to page 30 and looked at the Blue Dragon. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twit…

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DMs, So your campaign is going on hiatus...Now what? 13:41

1M ago13:41

13:41

#DMTips #GMTips #RPG So your campaign is going on break or hiatus... what does that mean, and what can you do to ensure the campaign will come back and be the same? Tune into today's podcast as we discuss what happens when a campaign goes on hiatus and how to keep your players excited and wanting to play more of the campaign! Website: ⁠https://TheE…

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The Grievances about Firearms in Fantasy Gaming 23:26

1M ago23:26

23:26

#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #humor Today's episode was an episode that was recorded back in 2015 for RFI's Patrons at the time, it was supposed to be a "Schick" like podcast, with two DM's airing out their problems with players using firearms in the campaign. The Patrons loved it, who knows if you will, but remember we are being over the top for en…

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Puzzles, GM Vs Player? hmm? 11:11

2M ago11:11

11:11

#dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #GMTipsIn today's episode, I answer a question that came in via discord, about Puzzles. Should it be GM vs Player because it always seems like that is. Listen in for my views on this and how I handle it inside my games. Website: ⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠ Support: ⁠https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM⁠ Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: …

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Beyond Earths – Fantasy 1e – Episode 77 - Tomb of Nameless Fire P1 53:57

2M ago53:57

53:57

#palladium #Fantasy #RPG In this episode the group heads out on the road to find the tomb of the nameless fire, and then enters to start exploring! Steven playing - Seran - Elf - Palladin Geoff playing - Lord Lee - Human - Knight Corey playing - Nova - Human - Summoner Jakob playing - Lucian - Human - Warlock Sarah playing - Lady Astrid - Human - M…

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Starfinder, Its an interesting system. 8:46

2M ago8:46

8:46

#Starfinder #Paizo #starfinderrpg On today's podcast, I was challenged by a Facebook follower named, Rahul that I should take a look at Starfinder. He says Starfinder is a very good game and I should check it and I'll probably like it too. Starfinder is a d20 Science Fiction Fantasy game by Paizo. Find out more by going to: https://starfinder.com W…

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DMs, Identifying Magical Items, did we do it right? 13:41

2M ago13:41

13:41

#DMtips #GMTips #dnd In today's episode, I was talking to a co-worker about how we handled identifying magical items, and it got me thinking, did we do it right? Well listen in and I'll tell you all about it! Website: ⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠ Support: ⁠https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM⁠ Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@⁠TheEvilDM.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠htt…

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DMs, Should Players talk during combat? 11:49

2M ago11:49

11:49

#DMtips #GMtips #Dnd In today's podcast I talk about the idea of players chatting during combat or talking during combat. Should it be allowed? Should a DM prevent it? and if allowed does your intelligent creatures and big bad hear what they are they saying? All good questions. Listen in to find out! Website: ⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠ Support: ⁠https…

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Dress to Impress - Session 4: Campaign 2 3:57:53

2M ago3:57:53

3:57:53

The players are back from their first job and decide to continue to work together while it is convenient. This next one will require a special set of skills as well as attire! Thank you for watching! We hope you got some good laughs during this session. If you did, any "5 stars and shares" are extremely appreciated and helpful! If you loved us THAT…

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Whoops, the characters took out the big bad, what now? 11:04

2M ago11:04

11:04

#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #RPG In today's episode I talk about what happens when you group figures out who the big bad is and kills him super quick, when you had all these plans in place. Hey it happens, and its not that difficult to figure out a new plan. Listen in and I'll tell you how I handle it! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https:…

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Episode 41 - A Day of Haggling 1:24:43

2M ago1:24:43

1:24:43

Send us a Text Message. The Derps land for a quick resupply on Sharktooth Island and end up having to run some unexpected errands for an old friend of Wyatt Finch. Patreon Instagram Facebook Twitter Discord Cover art by MichelleO Art (@michelleoart) Music Credits: "Meatball Parade” “Teller of Tales” "Investigations" "Miris Magic Dance" "Porch Blues…

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Interview with Buzz Dixon, Showrunner from GI JOE & Transformers! 1:03:23

2M ago1:03:23

1:03:23

#interview #BuzzDixon #GiJOE During my years as a host for the RFI Podcast, I was able to interview quite a few TSR Alumni, and some celebrities, such as today's guest, Buzz Dixon. If you are unfamiliar with the name at first, you might recall him as a show-runner from your favorite '80s and '90s cartoons, such as GI Joe, Transformers and many many…

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