Best Mayfair Games Podcasts (2026)

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Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here 4 1:57:42

5d ago1:57:42

1:57:42

Wakey, wakey, listeners! THE SANDMAN SLEPT HERE is back. Ryan Daly, Paul Kien, and Max Romero discuss Sandman Mystery Theatre issues #13-16. Guy Davis is back on art, and Matt Wagner is joined by new series cowriter Steven T. Seagle for a story of sex and violence. Why are former fraternity brothers being murdered, and drained of their blood, by a …

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JSA in the 90s - Spotlight on the Holidays with Starman and The Flash 2:09:50

16d ago2:09:50

2:09:50

Celebrate the season with a special holiday spotlight episode of JSA in the 90s, featuring two Christmas tales from the 1990s! Jose Rivera and The Irredeemable Shag discuss STARMAN #27 (1996), as Jack Knight stars in “Christmas Knight”, written by James Robinson with art by Steve Yeowell and Wade Von Grawbadger. Then, Steve Givens joins the show to…

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Hero Points: The World at War 1:35:27

2M ago1:35:27

1:35:27

Hero Points is back! Siskoid and Shag present a Hero Points/JSA Podcast crossover by covering "The World at War", a sourcebook covering the World War II era, all its homefront heroes AND the stars of war comics like Sgt. Rock. It's the most requested DC Heroes RPG book in the catalog, so we can safely say "because YOU demanded it!" Relevant images …

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JSA in the 90s – Spotlight on The World at War RPG Sourcebook by Mayfair Games (1991) 1:35:11

2M ago1:35:11

1:35:11

In honor of Veteran’s Day, we dive into one of the most beloved RPG sourcebooks of the era, THE WORLD AT WAR! Published in 1991 by Mayfair Games for the DC HEROES ROLE-PLAYING GAME, this exceptional volume spotlights the legendary World War II era of the DC Universe. Highlighting the WWII homefront heroes like the Justice Society of America, All-St…

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Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here 3 1:52:08

2M ago1:52:08

1:52:08

Get out of bed! THE SANDMAN SLEPT HERE is back. Paul Kien, Max Romero, and Ryan Daly discuss Sandman Mystery Theatre issues #9-12. Writer Matt Wagner is joined by artist R.G. Taylor for a brutal, punishing tale of the tragic and vile ways this world fails our children. Two fathers: one a poor boxer willing to sacrifice anything for his daughter; th…

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JSA in the 90s – Justice Society of America #10 (May 1993) 2:07:35

3M ago2:07:35

2:07:35

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Tim Price and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #10 (May 1993) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! It's the final issue of this volume of the JSA, and the team struggles to defeat the evil of Kulak, the sorcerer who has made the world turn against the world’s fi…

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JSA in the 90s – Justice Society of America #9 (Apr 1993) 2:10:51

4M ago2:10:51

2:10:51

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Devin Clancy and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #9 (Apr 1993) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! The JSA is on the run when the entire world turns against them, including their closest loved ones! Then, a battle of ring-slingers - Alan Scott vs Guy Gardner! …

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JSA in the 90s - Spotlight on Ted Grant Wildcat 1:52:12

5M ago1:52:12

1:52:12

It's a Spotlight episode of JSA in the 90s covering TED GRANT WILDCAT! Stella and The Irredeemable Shag discuss Wildcat's significant appearances across the 1990s - with special focus on BATMAN/WILDCAT #1-3 (1997) and CATWOMAN/WILDCAT #1-4 (1998) by Chuck Dixon, Beau Smith, and Sergio Cariello! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback! Have …

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JSA in the 90s - Spotlight on Jim Corrigan The Spectre 1:53:09

6M ago1:53:09

1:53:09

It's a Spotlight episode of JSA in the 90s covering JIM CORRIGAN THE SPECTRE! Justin from The Fanholes and The Irredeemable Shag discuss The Spectre's significant appearances across the 1990s - with special focus on THE SPECTRE #1-4 (1992-93) by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback! Have a question or com…

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Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here 2 1:44:26

6M ago1:44:26

1:44:26

You're not dreaming! THE SANDMAN SLEPT HERE is back with another exciting episode. Max Romero, Ryan Daly, and Paul Kien as they discuss Sandman Mystery Theatre issues #5-8. Writer Matt Wagner is joined by artist John Watkiss for a pulpy tale of racism, identity, and star-crossed love. Who is the man from Dian's past, and how is he connected to a st…

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Let's Roll: Traveller 1:16:49

6M ago1:16:49

1:16:49

On this episode of Let's Roll!, Siskoid welcomes the Irredeemable Shag and his GameMaster Patrick Pence to talk about the granddaddy of science fiction games, Traveller! Plus, GameMaster Advice on how to use (or not use) any given RPG's big Meta-Arc! Relevant images and credits in the Let's Roll Supplemental. This podcast is a proud member of the F…

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JSA in the 90s – Justice Society of America #8 (Mar 1993) 2:06:51

7M ago2:06:51

2:06:51

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with David Steel and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #8 (Mar 1993) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! Rick Tyler struggles with cancer treatments, while his dad Hourman struggles to regain his powers. Plus, Johnny and Jesse Quick defend the hospital from a hate gr…

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JSA in the 90s – Justice Society of America #7 (Feb 1993) 2:06:58

8M ago2:06:58

2:06:58

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Mark Baker-Wright and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #7 (Feb 1993) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! The JSA discover the secrets behind Bahdnesia and the missing Bahdnesians, while the evil Pol St Germain triggers his explosive final plan! Plus, we review …

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Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here 1 1:51:43

8M ago1:51:43

1:51:43

Wake up, Sleepyheads! It's the first (official) episode of THE SANDMAN SLEPT HERE. Join Ryan Daly, Paul Kien, and Max Romero as they discuss the first four issues of Sandman Mystery Theatre. See how creators Matt Wagner and Guy Davis introduced a new generation of readers to the Golden Age pulp hero Wesley Dodds, aka the Sandman! What dark and sini…

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Justice Society Presents - JSApril with Dr. Mid-Nite Thinks Fast! (1941) read by Xum Yukinori 12:44

9M ago12:44

12:44

JUSTICE SOCIETY PRESENTS proudly celebrates #JSApril with a truly special episode! Experience a dramatic reading of the classic prose story “Dr. Mid-Nite Thinks Fast!” from All-Star Comics #6 (1941), brought to you by none other than Mr. Xum Yukinori. A cherished member of the Fire & Water Podcast Network family, Xum passed away in late 2019, but t…

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JSA in the 90s - JSApril with a Spotlight on Post-Crisis and the JSA inspiring the JLA 1:28:29

9M ago1:28:29

1:28:29

Another new episode of JSA IN THE 90s PODCAST for #JSApril! This time it's a Spotlight episode covering Post-Crisis and the JSA inspiring the formation of the JLA! J David Weter and The Irredeemable Shag discuss significant Post-Crisis continuity retcons, with special focus on JLA: INCARNATIONS #1 (2001)! Have a question or comment? Looking for mor…

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Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here 0 42:14

9M ago42:14

42:14

You didn't really think we were going to sleep on JSApril, did you?!! The long-awaited premiere episode of THE SANDMAN SLEPT HERE is finally here! Ryan Daly, Paul Kien, and Max Romero wake up to introduce this new semi-regular series on the Justice Society Presents feed. On this episode, the hosts share their introductions and their passion for the…

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Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here Promo 1:12

9M ago1:12

1:12

Justice Society Presents a new, bimonthly series, THE SANDMAN SLEPT HERE. Join Fire and Water Podcast all-stars Ryan Daly, Paul Kien, and Max Romero as they cover the seminal DC-Vertigo comic Sandman Mystery Theatre. Follow JSA PRESENTS on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jsapresents Twitter/X: https://x.com/jsapresents Instagram: h…

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JSA in the 90s - JSApril with Justice Society of America #6 (Jan 1993) 1:56:12

9M ago1:56:12

1:56:12

It's JSApril - Celebrating 85 years of the world’s first and greatest superhero team! Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Chris Franklin and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #6 (Jan 1993) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, Mike Machlan, and Carlos Garzon! The JSA investigate the mystery of the missing Bahdnesians…

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Let's Roll: Torg Eternity 1:32:45

9M ago1:32:45

1:32:45

On this episode of Let's Roll!, Siskoid welcomes back Daniel "Pout" Ouellet to cover Torg Eternity, the genre mash-up cinematic game they've been playing together for the past three years. Plus, GameMaster Advice on how the GameMaster's voice might change with the game's genre! Relevant images and credits in the Let's Roll Supplemental. This podcas…

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Justice Society Presents - Mr. and Mrs. Superman 1 30:47

9M ago30:47

30:47

It’s JSApril! And to celebrate, Chris and Cindy from Super Mates and JLUCast are launching their new, occasional series looking at the Mr. and Mrs. Superman series from the pages of Superman Family, set on Earth-Two! This time they discuss the tale from issue #211, where the Kents attend the wedding of Batman and Catwoman! Don’t miss the dozens of …

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JSA in the 90s - Spotlight on Jay Garrick The Flash 2:23:16

10M ago2:23:16

2:23:16

It's a Spotlight episode of JSA in the 90s covering JAY GARRICK THE FLASH! Martin Gray and The Irredeemable Shag discuss Jay (and Joan's) significant appearances across the 1990s - including THE RETURN OF BARRY ALLEN (from FLASH #74-79 in 1993), JUSTICE LEAGUE AMERICA #78-79 (1993), AQUAMAN #44 (1998), and with special focus on FLASH #134 (1998). F…

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Let's Roll: GM Advice - A Good Start 26:23

10M ago26:23

26:23

Siskoid doles out GameMaster advice in this special "column" episode, focusing on how to start gaming. How do you get your kids involved in the hobby? How do you massage expectations based on your new group's past experiences? And how do you make playing small or low-level parties exciting? This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCA…

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2 Things to know when applying for a coaching position - Chris Fore with Dennis Guerra 40:20

11M ago40:20

40:20

Are you interested in knowing if an open coaching position is for you? In this episode of Game On, So Cal!, Dennis Guerra sits down with veteran coach and athletic administrator Chris Fore to discuss the world of high school sports. From how to get a coaching job to understanding the coach-administrator relationship, Chris shares valuable athletic …

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JSA in the 90s - Justice Society of America #5 (Dec 1992) 1:58:06

11M ago1:58:06

1:58:06

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Terry O'Malley and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #5 (Dec 1992) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, Mike Machlan, Matt Banning, and Jeff Albrecht! JSA and friends battle against the Ultra-Humanite; Johnny Thunder reveals the mystery of his absence; and Hourman struggles with h…

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"Respect All, Fear None!" Coach Mo, Girls Basketball St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy 39:45

12M ago39:45

39:45

In this engaging conversation, Coach Sinnamon Munroy shares her journey as a high school basketball coach, discussing her impressive achievements as a player, her coaching philosophy, and the importance of connecting with young athletes. She highlights the unique challenges of coaching both girls and boys, the role of her assistant coach- "Coach O"…

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JSA in the 90s - Justice Society of America #4 (Nov 1992) 1:27:21

12M ago1:27:21

1:27:21

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Keith G. Baker and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #4 (Nov 1992) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! The Ultra-Humanite raises the stakes on his plans of revenge when he captures the Atom, Wildcat, and Doctor Mid-Nite, but can Wally West save the day? Plus the…

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JSApril - Celebrating 85 years of the JSA 2:10

12M ago2:10

2:10

JSApril - Celebrating 85 years of the world’s first and greatest superhero team! Back in 1940, eight sensational heroes united to create the world's very first superhero team - the Justice Society of America! Now, 85 years later, we’re gathering podcasters and bloggers from around the globe for a month-long celebration in an event we’re calling... …

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RIVALRIES! The Battle of the Bay! 47:31

1y ago47:31

47:31

In this episode, we talk with the Girls' Soccer coaches from Corona Del Mar High School and Newport Harbor High School. We discuss the rivalry played out annually, known as the Battle of the Bay. Coach Bryan Middleton (CDM) and Coach Justin Schroeder (NHHS) share their experiences with the rival game and some of the players who have played in it. I…

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24 Hours of gaming with the Colorado Springs Board Game Club—Tabletop Throwdown S1E17 SEASON FINALE 49:00

1y ago49:00

49:00

In the season finale of Tabletop Throwdown, Mike Dunn and his co-hosts discuss the Colorado Springs Board Game Club, its history, community impact, and fundraising efforts for Extra Life. They share personal experiences, the importance of community in gaming, and provide advice for starting a board game club. The episode concludes with reflections …

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JSA in the 90s - Spotlight on the Holidays 1:48:38

1y ago1:48:38

1:48:38

It's a holiday spotlight episode of JSA in the 90s covering two short stories from 1997! Noah Tarnow and The Irredeemable Shag discuss, "I Left My Heart at the Justice Society Canteen" from DCU HOLIDAY BASH II, written by Howard Chaykin with art by Rick Burchett! Then Ryan Daly stops by to chat about, "Spirit of the Season" with Wesley Dodds Sandma…

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Talia Rosen and Jason Matthews are bringing the Supreme Court to the table—Tabletop Throwdown S1E16 1:09:25

1y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

In this episode of Tabletop Throwdown, host Mike Dunn is joined by co-host Mark Julian and special guests Talia Rosen and Jason Matthews. The conversation explores various aspects of board game design, including the importance of accurate game duration (a callback to S1E10!) , the collaborative process in creating games, and the evolution of themes…

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Girls Sports are important! Talking Flag Football and CIF Girls Sports 36:19

1y ago36:19

36:19

Welcome to the future of high school girls' sports...Flag Football! In this episode, we discuss the history of girls' sports in the Southern Section (briefly), talk about flag football and its impact, AND ask a few questions of a couple of Yorba Linda HS flag football players. We also briefly jump into the topic of Title IX and the amazing athletes…

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Jay Cormier makes awesome games out of awesome comics—Tabletop Throwdown S1E15 1:02:33

1y ago1:02:33

1:02:33

In this episode of Tabletop Throwdown, Mike Dunn and Dan Hinken welcome Jay Cormier, a game designer and founder of Off The Page Games. They discuss Jay's journey in game design, the development of the Mind Management game, and how comic books influence his work. Jay shares insights on the challenges faced during game development, the importance of…

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Ammon Anderson talks Gnome Hollow, Twinkle, Twinkle, and Space Potato?—Tabletop Throwdown S1E13 1:21:26

1y ago1:21:26

1:21:26

In this episode of Tabletop Throwdown, Mike Dunn, Mark Julian, and guest Ammon Anderson discuss their recent gaming experiences, including a charity event for children's hospitals, the success of Ammon's game Gnome Hollow, and the upcoming release of Twinkle Twinkle. They delve into the intricacies of game design, collaboration with publishers, and…

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JSA in the 90s - Justice Society of America #3 (Oct 1992) 1:57:53

1y ago1:57:53

1:57:53

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Jim Beard and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #3 (Oct 1992) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! Doctor Mid-Nite rejoins the team just in time to discover that all the group’s recent troubles are the work of one of the JSA’s greatest foes! Plus, we wrap up with…

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"Baseball is boring" Coach Derek Bedell (Mayfair Football Head Coach) 48:21

1y ago48:21

48:21

This is the exciting very first episode of Game On, SoCal! hosted by Dennis Guerra, former championship coach, Athletic Director, girls' sports advocate, and a parent of a former student-athlete! Dennis sits down with Derek Bedell, Head Coach of Mayfair HS Football, and they talk about his hiring and path to head coach, legacy, championships, what …

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Let's Roll: Middle-Earth Role Playing (MERP) 1:10:15

1y ago1:10:15

1:10:15

On this episode of Let's Roll!, Siskoid welcomes fellow GameMaster Ian Fletcher back to the show to cover Iron Crown Enterprise's Middle-Earth Role Playing (or MERP), the first and longest-serving role-playing game set in the worlds of J.R.R. Tolkien. Plus, GameMaster Advice on how to handle magic items in your fantasy campaigns! Relevant images an…

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Medicare Insights 2025: 3 Essential Updates for Your Health Plan 29:27

1y ago29:27

29:27

In retirement, healthcare costs can quickly become one of the biggest risks to your nest egg, making it essential to stay informed about changes in Medicare and review your plan annually. As Medicare introduces key changes for 2025, understanding these updates is crucial for making well-informed decisions that protect both your health and financial…

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Sean Brown on Mr B, Mayfair, and making old games new again—Tabletop Throwdown S1E13 1:06:56

1y ago1:06:56

1:06:56

In this episode of Tabletop Throwdown, Mike Dunn and James Van Tonningen chat with Sean Brown, the head of Mayfair Games, discussing the relaunch of the brand and their latest Kickstarter project, Empire Builder: Europe. They explore the success of the Kickstarter campaign, the importance of reviving classic games, and the strategy behind targeting…

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Christian Hoffer joins us to talk about corp vs. community in the D&D world—Tabletop Throwdown S1E10 1:07:02

1y ago1:07:02

1:07:02

In this episode of Tabletop Throwdown, Mike Dunn and Steven Starkey speak with Christian Hoffer, a prominent voice in the Dungeons & Dragons community. They discuss Hoffer’s journey from writing about comics to becoming a key figure in tabletop RPG journalism, his experiences at Comic Book, and the impact of corporate changes on the industry. The c…

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JSA in the 90s - Justice Society of America #2 (Sept 1992) 1:28:06

1y ago1:28:06

1:28:06

Our coverage continues of JSA in the 90s with Sean Ross and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #2 (Sept 1992) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! Wildcat and The Atom are welcomed back to the JSA as the team asks what is the JSA's purpose nowadays, and then they find themselves in a confrontation with UltraG…

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JSA in the 90s - Justice Society of America #1 (Aug 1992) 2:18:40

1+ y ago2:18:40

2:18:40

We kick off our coverage of JSA in the 90s with Michael Bailey and The Irredeemable Shag discussing JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #1 (Aug 1992) by Len Strazewski, Mike Parobeck, and Mike Machlan! We cover the launch of the series, as well as the cancellation, then dive into the story -- The JSA have returned from limbo and plan to retire, but is there…

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Retiring Before Age 65: Your Health Insurance Game Plan 8:53

1+ y ago8:53

8:53

Planning to retire before 65? Health insurance is likely one of your biggest concerns as you bridge the gap before Medicare kicks in. In this episode of Financial Breakaway, I dive into the essential strategies for managing healthcare costs during those early retirement years. From understanding COBRA and Marketplace insurance options to minimizing…

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The 7 Essentials of Retirement Health Insurance 18:34

1+ y ago18:34

18:34

Healthcare in retirement is deeply personal. After all, it'snot just about managing costs; it’s about ensuring you can enjoy the quality of life you’ve worked so hard to build. While money and investments are often front of mind, securing the right healthcare plan is just as critical forliving well in retirement. And yes, the reality is—it’s going …

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JSA in the 90s - Episode #0 38:44

1+ y ago38:44

38:44

The premier episode of JSA IN THE 90s -- a podcast dedicated to exploring the Justice Society comics published during the extreme 1990s! This episode your host, The Irredeemable Shag, kicks things off discussing the mission of the podcast, his own personal history with the JSA, and why the 90s was a great decade for the team! Have a question or com…

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Gen Con 2024 Preview! — Season 1 Episode 11 1:06:43

1+ y ago1:06:43

1:06:43

We're back and about to go to Gen Con! Join us as we talk about games we are excited about seeing at Gen Con this year, and tease a bit about what else we are doing! Games we are looking forward to: Gnome Hollow Luthier Undaunted 2200 Calisto Boop the Halls Comic Hunters Seers Catalog Creepshow The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era Button K…

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Let's Roll: GURPS Swashbucklers/Deadlands 1:11:06

1+ y ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Let's Roll covers the END of Siskoid's Shiftworld campaign using GURPS Swashbucklers and GURPS Deadlands, in this case, with his players Pout and Bébert joining him for one last discussion. And there was much rejoicing, probably. Plus, GameMaster Advice about how to quickly and efficiently craft large casts of Non-Player Characters! Relevant images…

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Justice Society Presents – Crisis: Justice League of America #113 1:04:33

1+ y ago1:04:33

1:04:33

JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #113 Shag and Rob return to discuss another classic JSA/JLA team-up, "The Creature in the Velvet Cage!" by Len Wein, Dick Dillin, and Dick Giordano from JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #113! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/jsap006 I…

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Game durations on the box: why are they so wrong?—Tabletop Throwdown S1E10 1:00:23

1+ y ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Game durations on the side of the box- who comes up with those? Why do they always seem wildly inaccurate? What is the point? We talk with five luminary game designers and ask them those questions and more on this week's episode. There are definitely some spicy takes out there, but we get into the nitty gritty of what goes into coming up that numbe…

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