Best Spelunking Podcasts (2024)

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EP 41: To Be Or Not To Be … In Ohio? 1:07:55

9h ago1:07:55

1:07:55

With there being so many states, it understandable that sometimes it would be confusing to know which one you are in. But it gets more confusing when people begin arguing over which state you should be in and are willing to stab you if you disagree with them. Shownotes: Episode art is a map of Ellis Island from the NPS that shows the approximate bo…

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 7: Spelunking 1:01:13

8h ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Safirith dips below the surface of the city and finds a lost temple...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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126: Flunking Spelunking - Mirth, Magic, & Mayhem EP15 1:27:24

8h ago1:27:24

1:27:24

Caves are hard. The group finds out the hard way.By The AARPG Podcast

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11. Restless 35:41

6h ago35:41

35:41

CONTENT WARNING: In addition to general content warnings, just assume episodes will have sniffling sounds, we cry a lot up in this bitch CREDITS: Athan as Matt (@AthansMusic) Lyssa Jay as Emily (@LyssaJayVA) Taylor Michaels as David (@TayTayHeyHeyVA) Derek as Ambrose (@isitsleepyghost) Natalie as Lillian (@NataliesDreaming) Jenah as Lisa (@JustJena…

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Lost and Crowned (Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown) 42:09

2h ago42:09

42:09

Time stands still while the hosts discuss Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (Ubisoft, 2024, Switch / PS4 / PS5 / Xbox One / Xbox Series X/S) We're also on Youtube (audio only)! This episode is at ⁠https://youtu.be/sieclYqnVCY if you'd prefer to listen there or leave a comment.

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Omnocculus Pt. 1: Old Gods New Gods 1:24:09

3h ago1:24:09

1:24:09

Old Gods! New Gods! Take a step back in time to when a new pantheon had only just begun their rule over Jacale. With PCs built by our very own patrons!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Episode 102: Bill Torode 1:31:33

16h ago1:31:33

1:31:33

Bill Torode has volunteered at the NSS library for over 50 years, and has mapped hundreds of caves. We talk about being the first person to peer down what came to be known as Surprise Pit in Fern Cave, as well as several other anecdotes from the long-time TAG legend. Order a custom cave suit from our sponsor, Sophireaptress! https://www.sophireaptr…

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Session 0.2: A New Beginning 33:21

6h ago33:21

33:21

We're finally on camera! Thanks to our, patrons, we bring you our Level 10 Recap, as we lead into more chaos and nonsense in Jacale, and the fight to save Bocht from Queen Banrion's invasion... Check it out here on YouTube! https://youtu.be/2LUa_DLfydgBy Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Shitake's Mansion Pt. 6: One Shot FINALE 1:16:36

8d ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Joey, Paardi and Peachy fight the highest CR creature they can find and end their journey... With Dungeon Master Luke Sykes!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Episode 109 - That's Why You Never Go Commando 37:16

11h ago37:16

37:16

Have you ever had a day where you're already late for work and it seems like everything is showing you down? It's almost like the world is conspiring against you sometimes. Matthew tells the tale of an extreme caseBy Coming Down

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 6: Stranger At The Bar 54:37

2h ago54:37

54:37

The Handsy Bandit and Safirith encounter an unlikely potential ally... Want more solo adventures? Check out our Patreon, with our exclusive series about a warforged Paladin saving lost souls from Hell! https://www.patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayerBy Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Shitake's Mansion Pt. 5: One Shot 1:26:53

2h ago1:26:53

1:26:53

Joey, Paardi and Peachy shoot hoops and get closer to the final room... With Dungeon Master Luke Sykes!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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10. Milestones? 26:35

1d ago26:35

26:35

CONTENT WARNING: This episode is very heavily themed around loss. In addition to the mentioned content warnings, this episode contains a lot of sad sniffly sounds. CREDITS: Athan as Matt (@AthansMusic) Lyssa Jay as Emily (@LyssaJayVA) Taylor Michaels as David (@TayTayHeyHeyVA) Derek as Ambrose (@isitsleepyghost) Natalie as Lillian (@NataliesDreamin…

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Shitake's Mansion Pt. 4: One Shot 1:33:26

4d ago1:33:26

1:33:26

Joey, Paardi and Peachy encounter a fleshy room with many eyes... after a LOT of butt-talk in the intro!... With Dungeon Master Luke Sykes! Thanks to 'Density & Time - MAZE ♫ 8-bit Music' for the music!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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125: A Champagne of Spiders | Mirth, Magic & Mayhem EP14 | Dragonbane RPG 1:37:36

26d ago1:37:36

1:37:36

In this episode, Spiders. More spiders... Sooo many spiders. Those things with 8 legs and too many eyes and bitey fangs. Also and interlude with Quiverwing and Miserable Beast. You may have questions, but I don't have answers...yet. Also, this episode uses a lot of binaural effects that will sound better on headphones. We love the TTRPG podcast com…

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Spinning our Wheels (Timespinner) 38:23

22d ago38:23

38:23

The hosts tug at the threads of destiny in Timespinner (Lunar Ray Games, 2018, PC / PS4 / PS Vita / Switch / Xbox One) We're also on Youtube (audio only)! This episode is at ⁠https://youtu.be/9btAd9SQbbk if you'd prefer to listen there or leave a comment.

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 5: Wait... Who's Your Daddy? 1:25:13

8d ago1:25:13

1:25:13

Safirith bonds with her new lil feral friends, as a plan to screw over the Rackhold Syndicate and find her brother, starts to hatch... Want more solo adventures? Check out our Patreon, with our exclusive series about a warforged Paladin saving lost souls from Hell! https://www.patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer…

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Shitake's Mansion Pt. 3: One Shot 1:25:23

1M ago1:25:23

1:25:23

Joey, Paardi and Peachy press the big red button... again and again and again... With Dungeon Master Luke Sykes!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Episode 101: Peter Johnson 1:02:59

13d ago1:02:59

1:02:59

Pete shares his varied caving life starting in West Virginia's Germany Valley all the way through Grand Canyon exploration, Lechuguilla, Tears of The Turtle (the deepest cave in the US), and shares his experience rewiring the electricity for Carlsbad Caverns National Park. He also shares some big NSS news as a member of the board. Order a custom ca…

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9. Ok 24:44

1M ago24:44

24:44

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains some brushing sounds that are a lil grody at around 15:55 CREDITS: Athan as Matt (@AthansMusic) Lyssa Jay as Emily (@LyssaJayVA) Taylor Michaels as David (@TayTayHeyHeyVA) Derek as Ambrose (@isitsleepyghost) Natalie as Lillian (@NataliesDreaming) Tatiana Gefter from Soul Operator as 911 Operator (@tot_cocoa) (…

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Shitake's Mansion Pt. 2: One Shot 1:30:21

1M ago1:30:21

1:30:21

Joey, Paardi and Peachy run for their lives on a treadmill filled with traps, as a gaping maw threatens to tear them apart... With Dungeon Master Luke Sykes!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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124: A Wolfkin in Sheep's Clothing | Mirth, Magic & Mayhem EP13 | Dragonbane RPG 1:57:10

1M ago1:57:10

1:57:10

Step into the rich tapestry of Dragonbane RPG as our actual play podcast unfolds in the Misty Vale, a region steeped in history as the heart of the Dragon Empire thousands of years ago. Join us for Mirth, Magic & Mayhem! Look, it's more towers and a really bad wolf joke. Lucky episode 13!!!!By The AARPG Podcast

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 4: New Friends 41:50

28d ago41:50

41:50

Safirith's night of captivity in the Safe House is interrupted two curious creatures... Want more solo adventures? Check out our Patreon, with our exclusive series about a warforged Paladin saving lost souls from Hell! https://www.patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayerBy Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Shitake's Mansion Pt. 1: One Shot 1:20:46

1M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

Meet Joey, Paardi and Peachy! A rag-tag bunch of concerned citizens, tasked with investigating the odd manor that appeared in-town... With Dungeon Master Luke Sykes!By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 3: Dropped Coin 1:04:01

1M ago1:04:01

1:04:01

Safirith's cellmate explains the Neodracht War and our hero is transported to a safehouse... Want more solo adventures? Check out our Patreon, with our exclusive series about a warforged Paladin saving lost souls from Hell! https://www.patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayerBy Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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123: Abraca-F**k You! | Mirth, Magic & Mayhem EP12 | Dragonbane RPG 1:48:35

2M ago1:48:35

1:48:35

In this episode, Quiverwing learns some new spells! Agents of Sathmog! Ambush! Saying goodbye to the Tower Vindegard. Peacocks! We love the TTRPG podcast community so we've brought you promos from a couple show that you might like if you like us, so check them out! Let us know if there are other podcasts we should feature. We truly believe that we …

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Session 95: Gentle Repose 1:26:45

1M ago1:26:45

1:26:45

Our heroes reflect on their losses, make plans... and prepare to leave the tunnel, and some allies, behind...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Episode 108 - Weird Science 1:06:36

2M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

Fifth grade science fair: the place where you can find baking soda volcanoes, tri-fold posterboard and Styrofoam solar system dioramas existing in their natural habitat. Some kids with good projects were naturally gifted, others had parents with plenty of time and money to spare. In this episode, Nathan shows us the third path to greatness…

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Show and Well (Animal Well) 43:19

2M ago43:19

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The hosts play with schoolyard toys in Animal Well (Shared Memory, 2024, PC/ PS5 / Switch) We're also on Youtube (audio only)! This episode is at https://youtu.be/IzV3eU3FPwY⁠ if you'd prefer to listen there or leave a comment. #podcast #metroidvania #gaming #videogames #animalwell

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Session 94: Revivify 1:26:07

2M ago1:26:07

1:26:07

The battle with the fiends concludes and Agenar attempts to revive her fallen friends...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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122: Between Two GMs: Bladerunner - Replicant Rebellion Expansion 47:31

2M ago47:31

47:31

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Tomas Härenstam, the lead designer of "Blade Runner: Replicant Rebellion," the highly anticipated tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) currently taking Kickstarter by storm. Discover the creative process behind this immersive TTRPG set in the iconic Blade Runner universe.…

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Episode 100: Colin Magee 1:04:20

1M ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Colin Magee is a Canadian caver originally from New Zealand who has been on high-profile Mexico expeditions like Cheve where he participated in the National Geographic Explorer episode “The Deepest Cave.” He discusses the importance of proper SRT and rescue training, as well as his initiative to gather data from the world’s caving clubs. Colin’s we…

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Session 93: The Demon On My Shoulder 1:18:52

2M ago1:18:52

1:18:52

Clerics fall, decisions are made and the Demon Lord, Azazel, is summoned to try weed out the Devils in the tunnel...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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121: Bed, Bath, and Beyond the GRAVE | Mirth, Magic & Mayhem EP11 | Dragonbane RPG 1:45:03

2M ago1:45:03

1:45:03

In this episode, The gang investigates the basement of the Tower Vidergard! What's behind that door? Who is behind that door? What's that smell? Did they bring coupons? Enjoy! We love the TTRPG podcast community so we've brought you promos from a couple show that you might like if you like us, so check them out! Let us know if there are other podca…

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 2: Interrogation 1:03:03

2M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

Safirith learns a little more about her incarceration and Jacob learns about his new favorite Art Gallery... Welcome back to one-on-one DnD with Daelyn and Jacob! Completely improvised and unhinged... Want more solo adventures? Check out our Patreon, with our exclusive series about a warforged Paladin saving lost souls from Hell! https://www.patreo…

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Session 92: The Consequences of My Actions 1:48:47

2M ago1:48:47

1:48:47

Etterath's devil corners our Heroes and the rescued Clerics in the dark underground tunnel... and they are not taking NO for an answer...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Episode 107 - Spelunking the Lava Tubes 1:03:43

3M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Deep beneath the juniper and sage of Central Oregon is a layer of volcanic basalt laid down millennia ago by the volcanoes of the Cascades. Within this expanse, hidden caverns that once channeled flows of molten lava spiral on for miles, only breaking the surface in a few locations. Matthew takes us on a tour of a few of these majestic places.…

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Episode 2 | X-Men '97 is Magnetic 1:04:46

3M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Bubba & Matt discuss how Disney has pulled off the near impossible - relaunching a show that originally ended 17 years ago in a way that is both nostalgic and fresh. (Spoilers ahead, so be warned.)By Matt & Bubba

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EP 40: A Constellation of Lone Stars 53:07

3M ago53:07

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Hey yall! This is part two of the Texas Revolution deep dive and in this one we focus on the sister republic of Texas down in Yucatan. Texas might not be as unique in its independence than we like to think... Shownotes: https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2020/03/the-republic-of-yucatan/ https://militaryhistorynow.com/2022/04/28/the-yucatan-republic-ho…

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EP 39: You Can Blame Texas on Napoleon 1:19:25

3M ago1:19:25

1:19:25

Howdy y'all and welcome back to History Spelunkers. In this episode we discuss the Texas Revolution and all of the convoluted history that led up to it. In this episode yes we do remember the Alamo, it just takes us about a while to get to that point. Shownotes: Episode art is The Fall of the Alamo by Robert Onderdonk;Public Domain via Wiki Commons…

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Session 91: A Third Pearl 1:23:22

2M ago1:23:22

1:23:22

Hunkered down, safe, our Heroes discuss options, independent advice from The God Squad, and Azorith adds a third pearl to his harem...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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120: Givin'em The Full Load | Mirth, Magic & Mayhem EP10 | Dragonbane RPG 1:38:41

3M ago1:38:41

1:38:41

Step into the rich tapestry of Dragonbane RPG as our actual play podcast unfolds in the Misty Vale, a region steeped in history as the heart of the Dragon Empire thousands of years ago. Special check out Promo from our friend Characters Without Stories https://characterswithoutstories.comBy The AARPG Podcast

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Safirith's Sapphic Safari Pt 1: Back in Saibhir 48:23

3M ago48:23

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We rejoin Safirith, moments after being snatched by mysterious foes, as we unravel who is behind the kidnapping... Welcome to one-on-one DnD with Daelyn and Jacob! Completely improvised and unhinged... Thanks to Bardify (Ghost Dungeons by Ethan Sloan) and The Ambience Channel for the music and SFX! Want more solo adventures? Check out our Patreon, …

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21. The Billion Dollar Cavern 25:40

2M ago25:40

25:40

Wes Hemp, PE, PG, LEED AP (SME) and his old friend and client, Justin Ramirez, PE (Lochmueller Group), reminisce about the time they stumbled across steam coming out of the ground below a WWTP project, discovering what was below, and solutions to the problem. Listen, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you s…

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Session 90: Die... No?... Might... 1:27:10

3M ago1:27:10

1:27:10

A brief reprieve as more lizardfolk approach from the caved-in tunnel to Lorna Cath... As an explosive error is made...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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Episode 1 | Smells Like Nostalgia (Pilot) 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

Matt & Bubba welcome you to their nostalgic journey in this pilot episode of "Super Retro Bros." Today on the show, they seek to smell like the Nintendo 64 games they know and love.By Matt & Bubba

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Rebel without a Boss (Rebel Transmute) 1:08:28

3M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

The hosts try to form a symbiotic relationship in Rebel Transmute (Evan Tor Games, 2024, PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One)We're also on Youtube (audio only)! This episode is at https://youtu.be/x74soKJxX7E if you'd prefer to listen there or leave a comment.#podcast #metroidvania #gaming #blasphemous

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Episode 99: Katarina Kosič Ficco 1:02:14

3M ago1:02:14

1:02:14

Katarina Kosič Ficco is a cave and karst field scientist with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Division of Natural Heritage focusing on subterranean biodiversity. She shares her genesis in the world of caves and karst, having grown up in the classical Karst in Slovenia where the term originated. She also talks about discoveri…

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Session 89: Spell Slot Lies 1:45:23

3M ago1:45:23

1:45:23

The battle to save the clerics continues as more baddies join the fray...By Theatre Of The Mind Flayer

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119: It's Called a Rolling Brownout | Mirth, Magic & Mayhem EP09 | Dragonbane RPG 1:23:19

3M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

In this episode, Lots of Adolescent humor! Quiverwing can't lay an egg Brains can't climb a wall Dane can't remember why we are at the Vindegard tower The Dead can't stay dead.By The AARPG Podcast

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