Best Monte Clark Podcasts (2024)

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Battle For The Mic: Human VS. AI 1:09:55

11h ago1:09:55

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In this thought-provoking episode of “Show UP,” Monte Clark and Isaac Anderson break down the game-changing potential of AI-generated podcasting. From NotebookLM’s technical capabilities to the bigger questions of trust and authenticity, the hosts weave humor, insights, and real-world examples into their discussion. They explore creative ways to us…

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#71 - Writing Yu-Gi-Oh for adults with John Stovall! 1:00:17

3h ago1:00:17

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Hey hey, everyone! This week on the CritRPG podcast we have part two of a matched set! JOHN Stovall, author of Demon Card Enforcer, joins me to talk about system-based writing versus character-based writing, and of course, being mentored by his wife, Shami! ----------------------------------------- We have our own website now! It has all the info y…

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#70 - Going Noir with Shami Stovall and Time-Marked Warlock 1:07:32

4d ago1:07:32

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Hey hey everyone! If you don't know who Shami Stovall is, you're a bit late to the Party. Shami has been writing LitRPG for a long time now, and she's bloody good at it. Her latest book, Time marked Warlock, I have enjoyed a crapton, not to mention her earlier work, Half-Life Empire! She was great to talk to, and we spent a lot of time talking abou…

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Great Efforts lead to Great Rewards: Ethan Ebert's Journey in Off-Road Racing - Bella's Corner 1:33:41

6d ago1:33:41

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What drives a young racer to take on the formidable challenges of off-road racing? Episode 10 of Bella's Corner features the extraordinary Ethan Ebert, an 18-year-old racing prodigy from Tucson, Arizona, who has navigated the off-road circuit for a decade. Ethan takes us on a thrilling ride through his experiences in major events like the Baja 1000…

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#69 - Nice! Treading the Path of Ascension with C. Mantis 1:22:22

10d ago1:22:22

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Hey hey, everyone! This week, we got one of the OGs! Joining me is C.W. Mantis, author of The Path of Ascension! It's been a while since I had so many epiphanies in one Episode, and I think you're going to love it as well. ----------------------------------------- We have our own website now! It has all the info you need, a merch store, and more! h…

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Is Your Passion Podcast Worthy? 58:55

17d ago58:55

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In this episode, Monte and Isaac break down what it takes to turn your passion into a successful podcast. Passion alone isn’t enough—you need a clear purpose and strategy if you want to last. They also dig into how to research your niche, the rise of AI in podcasting, and why human connection is more important than ever. With practical tips for fin…

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#68 - Marking Fools and Taking Names with Author J.M. Clarke! 1:05:58

17d ago1:05:58

1:05:58

Hey hey, everyone! Gosh, but it was fun to talk to JM. He writes Mark of the Fool, a wonderful story about a guy cursed with basically magic anxiety. It's one of the few books I know where the protagonist actually goes and has therapy! 🙂 ----------------------------------------- We have our own website now! It has all the info you need, a merch sto…

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#67 - The Economy of Epic Quests with J. Zach Pike! 1:11:33

24d ago1:11:33

1:11:33

Do you like Orcs, Elves, and Dwarves? Do you like Economics? And most importantly, do you like fun? In that case, why aren't you reading Orconomics already? 😄 The Dark Profit Saga is hilarious, which is why Zach gets a free pass to come on the Podcast, even though his book is not quite a litrpg 😄 ----------------------------------------- We have ou…

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#66 - To flail against broken trilogies with with Author J.P. Valentine. 1:09:09

1M ago1:09:09

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Hey hey, everyone! It's been a long while since I did an interview so focused on craft as I did with JP. That's not to say that we didn't have fun! If you haven't read the Broken Trilogy (which has 4 books) or the fantastic Stargazer's War, you should definitely try it out! ----------------------------------------- We have our own website now! It h…

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# 65 - Mo Reece, Less Problems. A chat with IRON BLOODED author Reece Brooks 1:11:07

1M ago1:11:07

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Hey hey, everyone! Well, well, well. If you don't know who Reece Brooks is, I'm sure you'll learn about her very soon! :) She's been making quite the splash with her debut, Iron Blooded, and her new story, Dungeon Apocalypse, released a couple of days ago and promises to hit just as hard! I hope you'll enjoy listening to her as much as I enjoyed ta…

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#64 - Providing Orphans with Two-Handed Swords with author Guy Incognito 1:25:46

2M ago1:25:46

1:25:46

Hey hey, everyone! An anonymous man, writing about Orphans wielding two handed swords... just what I was looking for! Guy Incognito writes Orphan, a story about, well, an Orphan with tremendous growth potential. It's got stakes, it's got action, it's got dual-wielding two handed swords, it's got everything! You should give it a go! https://www.roya…

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Morgan Clarke - Life, Design, and Future 2:20:54

2M ago2:20:54

2:20:54

What if the key to unlocking your creative potential lies in taking up dirt biking at age 14? Join us on the Dirt Life Show as we bring you an enlightening conversation with Morgan Clark, a trailblazer in off-road motorsports. Morgan shares his transformative journey from a teenager inspired by a modified white Ranger truck to becoming a renowned d…

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#63 - What if you could see STATS in Real Life?! Player Manager with Ted Steel! 1:15:48

2M ago1:15:48

1:15:48

Hey hey, everyone! Did you ever think you needed to read about a soccer fan getting a litRPG system? No? Me neither, and then I read Player Manager by Ted Steel. Hot damn, but that is a good book! ----------------------------------------- We have our own website now! It has all the info you need, a merch store, and more! https://critrpgpodcast.com/…

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#62 - The Count of Monte Christo, but also Rats with Seersucker! 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Hey hey, everyone! Well, if there's anyone who can write the Count of Monte Christo, but with a swarm of Rats, it's this guy! Seersucker writes amazing stuff, and you owe it to yourself to check him out! https://www.royalroad.com/profile/228839/fictions P.S. I'm at DragonCon and down with Covid right now, so there won't be a fancy cover this week. …

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#61 - Getting CHILDREN RIGHT with Erin Ampersand 1:09:05

2M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Hey hey everyone, Erin Ampersand is the author of Apocalypse Parenting, and she taught me so friggin much about writing children, I can't even start to explain it! You can find much more of her insight here: https://erinampersand.com/ ----------------------------------------- We have our own website now! It has all the info you need, a merch store,…

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Vegas to Reno Recap with Ryan Arciero, Nic Whetstone, and more 2:07:15

2M ago2:07:15

2:07:15

Can you imagine navigating a grueling 555-mile off-road race, battling thick dust and treacherous terrains, all while maintaining an unwavering focus and strategic mindset? This episode celebrates the thrilling Vegas Torino race, where we delve into the intricacies of off-road endurance racing with firsthand insights from competitors like Bella Bou…

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#60 - Casualfarmer 1:00:55

2M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Hey hey everyone, My next guest needs no introduction. If you haven't read Beware of Chicken, you deserve to. It's a treat, and you should absolutely check it out! Believe it or not, Casual is actually one of the few interviews I was really nervous about, but maybe that's just ebcause his avatar war staring directly into my soul! :D ---------------…

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#59 - On how to be Stubborn and Grind Skills with Rhoden 45:32

3M ago45:32

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Hey hey everyone, Today we're interviewing Rhoden, the guy who writes Stubborn Skillgrinder Stuck in a Timeloop! It's a magnificent story that you should check out if you haven't! It's literally what it says on the tin, which is beyond refreshing. I had a great time talking to him, too! We spoke about a bunch of stuff, like his job as a police offi…

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#58 - Luke Chmilenko ASCENDED ONLINE with one EASY TRICK! 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Never let it be known that I use clickbaity titles. Hey hey everyone, welcome to this week's episode of the CritRPG Podcast! :smile: Luke Chmilenko is an author who appears in the dictionary when you look up "prolific." He's written dozens of books in the last few years, co-authored several more, has released a comic, and manages his writing career…

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Navigators in Offroad - Kyle Craft, Trevor Ellingham, Jason Montes, Evan Weller, Emma Cornwell, Josh Felix 2:31:28

3M ago2:31:28

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How do seasoned off-road racers and navigators build the unbreakable bond that can make or break a race? This episode of the Dirt Life Show takes you deep into the heart of off-road racing navigation with our special guest, Kyle Craft, who has navigated for legends like BJ Baldwin and Alan Ampudia. We explore the various navigator styles, from meth…

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#57 - How to WRITE how Boba Tea FEELS with author R.C. Joshua 53:19

3M ago53:19

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Hey hey everyone, This week, we're interviewing R.C. Joshua, author of Deadworld Isekai, How To Survive At the End of the World, and most recently Demon World Isekai. So it's easy to say he's a man of many worlds. Besides talking about his writing, we also discussed his favourite techniques and what drives him to return to Royal Road again and agai…

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Johnny Campbell - 11x Baja Champion - Bella's Corner 1:23:16

3M ago1:23:16

1:23:16

What makes a legendary racer tick? Baja legend Johnny Campbell joins us for an unforgettable milestone on Episode 9 of the Dirt Life Show. With 11 Baja 1000 wins and five Baja 500 victories under his belt, Johnny shares his journey from racing icon to mentor, reflecting on his storied career with Honda and his own team, JCR Honda. This episode is p…

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#56 - Worshipping the Magic Murder Cube with Alex Karne, aka The Delicious Meats! 1:15:55

4M ago1:15:55

1:15:55

Hey hey everyone, Yeah yeah, get your sex jokes in 😄 No, let's be real, this guy is pretty damn chill, and a terrific writer to boot! Alex Carne has written not one, not two, but MORE THAN THREE outstanding RR stories; Soul Guardian, Magic Murder Cube Marine, and Rogue Cultivator. I personally also enjoyed the start of Eden & Echo, but hey, it's cy…

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#55 - Sleeping Your Way to the Top with Cale Plamann (CoCoP) 1:14:57

4M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

Hey hey everyone, I've been waiting a long time for this inteview, ever since I Read Tower of Somnus last year. Cale not only tells us about his books and what informed his writing of them, but also how to balance multiple timelines, and how he juggles work and writing. He doesn't just write Tower of Somnus either, but also an amazing story about a…

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#54 - Billy Gene is not your Lover, Writing scientific litRPG with Josh Rettew 1:15:46

4M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

Hey hey everyone, we have another banger interview with an up-and-coming author this week. The one and only Josh Rettew, Author of Crimson Hydra, is joining us on the pod, ready to talk about everything from lab work to genetic splicing! The Patreon content is about 2.5 hours long this week, in case you are interested in helping us out! 🙂 ---------…

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#53 - Round Table 5: Writing Webserials with CasualFarmer, Actus, and Xkarnation 1:00:38

4M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Hey hey everyone, this week, we have another round table interview for you, with Xkarnation, Actus, and Casualfarmer. The topic? Why, writing for Patreon, of course! Join us as we talk cliffs, how to increase your conversion, and how to make readers stick around! If you want your umbers to go up, this is the podcast for you! 🙂 ---------------------…

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#52 - Stealing Cards from Poor Kids with Lars Machmüller 59:53

4M ago59:53

59:53

Hey hey everyone, so, this week we got a guy as quick as lightning on the Podcast! In this interview with Lars Machmüller, we're talking about everything, from his new book A Theft of Decks to working with Soundbooth Theater and beyond! 😄 We're also discussing why Lars is so ridiculously chill and appears in so many books. Oh, and our favorite Meta…

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Baja 500 Recap - Toby Price, Justin Davis, Cayden MacCachren, Polvoorde, & More 2:18:10

5M ago2:18:10

2:18:10

What happens when meticulous preparation meets fierce competition? Join us on the Dirt Life Show as we unravel the intense journey of the Baja 500 with co-host Ryan Edwards from Vision Wheel. This episode is packed with exclusive insights from victorious racers like Toby Price and Joe Whiting. Toby shares the strategic brilliance behind their flawl…

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CritRPG #51 - From Ubisoft lead Narrative Designer to Author with SavingThrow 1:25:49

5M ago1:25:49

1:25:49

Hey hey everyone, This week, we got one of my favorite guests, and dear friend SavingThrow on the Podcast, talking about writing her book So When Am I a Hero? Besides being an amazing writer, she also used to be a lead narrative designer for Ubisoft, working on games such as The Division 1 and Starlink! We talk about system apocalypses, hope, depre…

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REDEFINING THE NORM – Authentic Marketing Strategies for Law Firms 52:53

5M ago52:53

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Think of the most boring marketing job you could have. Was it marketing anything at a law firm? Had to be in your top five. You’re not alone, and this issue extends beyond the legal industry. Today, I’m joined by Jeff Nischwitz, Partner at Bochner Law Firm, and Ariel Tilayoff, Marketing Director at Demesmin and Dover Law Firm, to discuss how they’r…

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CritRPG #50 - Getting isekai'd twice! Second Summons with Neon Dreams 58:00

5M ago58:00

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Hey hey everyone, This week, we are celebrating the 50th episode of the Podcast with PUNS! Second Summons author Neon Dreams is joining me to discuss how to blend literary craft with pulp fiction, how he approaches the difficult parts of writing, and his favourite books. He also struggles to give shoutouts 😛 Oh and the Patreon Episode this week is …

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Creating a Digital Marketing Machine with Gordon Tredgold 37:06

5M ago37:06

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One man saved his company a staggering $350 million, only to face inexplicable challenges that sent him on a quest of strategic self-marketing. Today, I'm joined by Gordon Tredgold, whose journey is a testament to resilience and the power of building a strong online presence. Together, we recount the ups and downs of his incredible journey, which e…

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#49 - Kyle Kirrin on Travis Baldree, Shadeslinger, and the Importance of Being Frank! 56:36

5M ago56:36

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Hey hey everyone, so this week we have a special, because Ripple System 5 is coming out in 3 days from now, and I AM SO STOKED, YOU GUYS! In honor of this release, I interviewed the one, the only, Kyle Kirrin! We're talking about basically everything from his time using a chainsaw on a daily basis to how he enjoys life in the wilds more than in the…

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#48 - SYSTEMATIC DECONSTRUCTION! A Round table Discussion on how to build your FAVOURITE Systems! 1:29:51

5M ago1:29:51

1:29:51

Hey hey everyone, this week, I have another round table discussion for you. This time, it's all about the sweet, sweet systems that we know and love. Whether it's a hard-coded litRPG system or crunchy magic, Shirtaloon, RavensDagger, John Bierce and I got you covered. Oh and yeah, we also oogle John's cats. A LOT. They're all adorable and not distr…

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#47 - Noret Flood Didn't Think About His Readers At All 1:04:53

6M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Hey hey everyone, this week, we interview the person I am convinced spawned the Chad meme, Noret Flood. Not only did he write one of the most beloved litRPG Series of all time, he also finished it, the madman, at 2470+ chapters. The Legend of Randidly Ghosthound is a book that every litRPG Enthusiast should have at least tried, a surprisingly nuanc…

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Jeremy McGrath - In Depth - Bella's Corner 2:00:03

6M ago2:00:03

2:00:03

Rev up your engines and tune in for a high-octane episode where we swap stories with off-road racing titans and uncover the secrets to their adrenaline-fueled success. We kick things into gear with Chase Carr, discussing his seamless transition from motocross to four-wheel fury, offering a rare peek under the helmet of a versatile racer. Then, hang…

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#46 - Jeff Hays' Manifesto for Quality, Fun and Feels, and also obviously Dungeon Crawler Carl. 1:19:23

6M ago1:19:23

1:19:23

Hey hey everyone, this week, we have the one, the only, the true master of sound quality, Jeff Hays. I know I say this every week, but this has been an absolute banger of a Podcast, with laugh-out-loud moments to more somber notes throughout the middle. We discuss not only litRPG, the literary market, and our desire for quality, but also corsets, B…

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#45 - A Parrot Card Reading with Plum Parrot, author of Victor of Tucson and Cyber Dreams! 1:02:55

6M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Hey hey everyone, this week on the critRPG Podcast, we interview Plum Parrot, author of Victor of Tucson and Cyber Dreams! It was a great episode to record and edit, because not only did Plum have a lot to say in regards to writing, he also asked me a lot of questions about my own stuff! The result was a more conversational podcast than usual, whic…

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#44 - BEGIN YOUR STORY! A Round Table Discussion with Beststelling Authors! 1:21:46

6M ago1:21:46

1:21:46

Hey hey everyone, this week, we have another amazing roundtable discussion, this time about startings stories! In This interview are Neon Dreams (Second Summoning), Phil Tucker (Bastion, KRIEG CHESS, Dawn of the Void...) and Shawn Wilson (Ultimate Level 1, Dawn of the Last Dragon Rider) ----------------------------------------- If you want to liste…

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Creating and Maintaining Brand Consistency 1:01:00

6M ago1:01:00

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Unlock the secrets to branding that resonates across all platforms with our expert guest, marketing maestro Allison. She joins us to shed light on the intricacies of brand consistency and the necessity for every team member to become a zealous advocate for your brand. We’re talking pitfalls, solutions, and why brand guidelines are the unsung heroes…

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#43 - The Interview of the Crijik - A Talk with author ThinkTwice 1:21:52

6M ago1:21:52

1:21:52

Hey hey everyone, So, first off, ThinkTwice and I talked for four hours in total, about everything from Characterization to writing with disabilities, and it HAS to be one of the most informative Pods I have done to date. It's magnificent, and ThinkTwice has brought so much to this interview that I struggle to put it into words. You can find the en…

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Shifting Gears to Conquer Challenges in the World of Racing - Bella's Corner - Episode 7 1:36:38

7M ago1:36:38

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Celebrate a major milestone with us in the seventh installment of The Dirt Life Show, as we reflect on the journey that's brought us to this point of growth and gratitude. We're not just spinning wheels here; we're unpacking the real-life experiences and challenges that shape the world of off-road racing. Special guest Corbin Leverton of the Red Bu…

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#42 - P. W. Tucker's Journey Through HELL 57:38

7M ago57:38

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Hey hey everyone, this week, we're on our way through all the hells in an Interview with Phil Tucker! This one has been an absolute doozy. We were laser-focused, and got through tons of topics, from excellent writing advice (!) to Phil's most watched anime shows, and what he loves in a story! We also get to hear more about his new Story Ideas, and …

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#41 - Refreshing Heresy with AUDIOBOOK NARRATOR Justin Thomas James 1:10:36

7M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

Hey hey everyone, this week on the CritRPG Podcast: an interview with a guy who has three names, Justin Thomas James. It even Rhymes! 😄 Justin is an Audiobook Producer, Narrator, Voice actor, and one of the guys who bring your favourite Stories alive over at Soundbooth Theater! 🙂 If you enjoyed listening to him here, you can find more of his work o…

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#40 - Characters 2: Electric Boogaloo! Round Table with RavensDagger, VoidHerald, Haylock & Madix-3 1:17:57

7M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Hey hey everyone, this week on the CritRPG Podcast: an interview with three, real life, living, breathing authors, talking about Characters! We also explored writing to market, whether to plot or pants your characters, and other interesting tidbits 🙂 ----------------------------------------- If you want to listen to the entire podcast without ads, …

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#39: Creating SYSTEM CHANGE with a stellar CV 57:32

7M ago57:32

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Hey hey everyone, this week on the CritRPG Podcast: A Job Interview! At least Sunrise brought his CV! 😄 (I will show myself out...) Puns aside, this has been a quick and chill episode, underpinned by Sunrise's experiences as one of the Vanguard in litRPG! 🙂 He's been at this for longer than most people know Royal Road exists, and has written over 7…

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Season 4, Ep.3: TGR Engineer Lewis Allen 1:24:59

8M ago1:24:59

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Joining us this week is Lead Engineer of the Yaris Rally2 programme at Toyota Gazoo Racing, Lewis Allen. Lewis has been working as an engineer in rallying since joining M-Sport right at the beginning of the original Fiesta R5 and was a fascinating guest. Enjoy! Be sure to follow/subscribe to Rally DNA on your preferred platform so you can be notifi…

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#38 - Reborn as a Demonic Tree?! - Breaking the Curse of Dungeon Core with Xkarnation 1:05:00

8M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

Hey hey everyone, This week we interview the infamous Xkarnation, or Xkarn or "That guy who writes Reborn as a Demonic Tree"! It was a great podcast, and I hope you'll enjoy our talk about naming trees, how not to write Dungeon Core novels and the dangers of rapid growth. We also talked about Damien Nightshade, and Xkarn's mad rise to power, as wel…

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#37 - Unbound Author Nicoli Gonella on Stress, Family, and plotting your way to the top 1:01:44

8M ago1:01:44

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Hey hey everyone, This week on the podcast we interview the famous Nicoli Gonnella, author of Unbound! We talked about Nicoli’s series, how he came up with his system, how his writing career began, and the careful balance between career and personal life. You’ll also be surprised to hear that Nicoli is a heavy outliner, and he walks us through his …

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Season 4, Ep.2: Major WRC Changes Incoming 1:05:53

8M ago1:05:53

1:05:53

With last weeks big announcement that 2025 would see the demise of Rally1 Hybrid, changes to the top class from 2026 on and a mooted Rally2 "plus" kit coming on stream to allow more cars to challenge at the top of the field we got together to give our feelings on what is an exciting development for the World Rally Championship Be sure to follow/sub…

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