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Roll for Melanin... It’s a Nat 20! Three Black Halflings is a podcast by Jasper William Cartwright, Olivia Kennedy (but everybody calls her Liv), and Jeremy Cobb: three nerdy friends with strong opinions and even stronger Charisma scores. Join them in their quest to explore diversity in the incredible worlds of D&D and pop culture while doling out DM tips, thought-provoking conversations, a band of guests and good times! Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @tbhalflings or emai ...
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All Our Faults

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In the city of Chester's Chasm, four teenagers grapple with lives divided between the mundane and the supernatural: Burt working for Death to save a friend, Crispin yearning to escape a zealous cult, Michael indulging his vampiric nature, and Saline pursued by creatures from the Fae. All Our Faults is a Monsterhearts 2 actual play podcast produced by the Tabletop Talespinners Network.
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Characters Without Stories is a tabletop role playing game podcast about the roads not yet traveled. Every episode I bring in a friend to tell me about their unplayed character and their approach to creating characters. I cover all kinds of RPGs - from indies to D&D. I've had some fascinating conversations about how our characters intersect with and reveal our identities and how play is a gateway to understanding ourselves. I hope you'll give it a listen. Thank you and may all your character ...
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With a New Day, comes new struggles. Avery, in darkest, flies to Jacobsville to find some info, Isla tries to find Julian, and Kanan and Jason join the hungover masses at school. CW: These Silent Secrets routinely contains swearing, underage drinking, blood, and themes of sex and violence. Cast Credits: MC: Zachary Tuttle-Robb (@thatguyzackrobb) Ni…
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Back once again with the ill behaviour, honorary halflings Navaar Jackson and Candace The Magnificent join Jeremy this week to chat about a recently federally recognised holiday - Juneteenth! Taking a look into its (revisionist) history, the horrendous conversations our hosts have had around it as black americans growing up, other federally recogni…
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Juicy Garland brings Grammarye Praise-God Winthrop to the table. Grammarye is a teenage witch and the black sheep of a family with a 400 year vendetta against the Salem Witch Trial judges who killed their ancestor. Juicy and I share our love for witchy touchstones like The Craft and The Witch (or as we say The VVitch), sympathize with Grammarye's d…
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It's time for Part 2 of our Pride Special MONSTERHEARTS 2 one-shot! Our senior students have made it through the school day... just. Drama has unfolded, secrets are bubbling to the surface, and hearts have been well and truly broken... but the worst is yet to come... Running her first game on the 3BH podcast, your GM this week Liv Kennedy! And your…
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Content Warnings: Xenophobia (6:45 - 9:45) and fantasy racism (10:40 - 14:31) Saline rushes home to confront her mother after the portal to the Fey Realm closes and cuts the princess off from her heritage. But Jessamine may see it more as a blessing than a curse. The 2nd half of the season will resume September 4th with the introduction of a new ch…
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The Soup Group, lost inside the rift, must face down what lies in the darker corners of the minds and hearts. EPISODE CONTENT WARNING: This episode has a moment of description of being overwhelmed by a swarm of flies. 10:15-11:00 GENERAL CW: These Silent Secrets routinely contains swearing, underage drinking, blood, and themes of sex and violence. …
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Happy Pride Halflings! We're closing off this month with an incredibly queer one-shot; MONSTERHEARTS 2, a game about supernatural senior year kids discovering their darkest desires, their bloodthirsty natures, and teenage secrets worth killing for! Running her first game on the 3BH podcast, your GM this week Liv Kennedy! And your phenomenal players…
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After the events at the Cascade, Crispin finds a safe place to land in Dr. Miller's care...though he may not know what price that security will cost. Tabletop Talespinners Network Production Team: Director - Emma Kocar Producer / Audio Editor - Mistress Winter Social Media - Juicy Garland All Our Faults Cast: MC - Mistress Winter (@gmistresswinter)…
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Savannah Rayne brings Kit to the table. Kit is a con woman on the run in disguise as a man, who finds family and the confidence to harness her innate magic on a pirate ship. Savannah and I discuss roleplaying away from a table in private chat and public cosplay. We also talk about Savannah's two favorite tropes - found family and the sorcerer gaini…
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HAPPY PRIDE MONTH HALFLINGS! From the all-trans, POC-lead actual play channel Transplanar, we have the incredible GM and returning friend of the show, Connie Chang, and Transplanar's first GODKILLER, Sea Thomas! They're here to give us an exclusive look into their very first studio shot series, GODKILLER: Last Hope. From how this two-person, immeas…
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Content warnings: Violence (4:40 - 12:10), Near-Death Experience (12:15 - 13:56) After the events at the Cascade, Michael answers a summons to his Master and discovers the deadly price of defiance. Tabletop Talespinners Network Production Team: Director - Emma Kocar Producer / Audio Editor - Mistress Winter Social Media - Juicy Garland All Our Faul…
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The party is setting off with a bang! As The Soup Group follows down Grim's trail, plenty of darkness is waiting. CONTENT WARNING: These Silent Secrets routinely contains swearing, underage drinking, blood, and themes of sex and violence. Cast Credits: MC: Zachary Tuttle-Robb (@thatguyzackrobb) Nicole Tuttle-Robb (@nicolevoice) Mariah Clawson (@_Ma…
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Disclaimer - The Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass at Momocon 2024 was cancelled on May 20th. Hoo boy... May 2024 was Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and one actual play at Momocon... fumbled. Hard. The Obojima: Tales From the Tall Grass was advertised as a 'Studio Ghibli Inspired' live actual play that would feature at the eve…
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In this exciting mid-season finale, Michael, in his darkest self, causes chaos and earns some enemies, Crispin takes a stand against great evil, and Saline finds herself trapped in a new way while her greatest secrets are exposed. Main episodes will resume September 4th. The first of the Aftershock miniseries will premier June 19th. Cast: MC - Mist…
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Navaar Seik-Jackson brings Oba Manu to the table. Oba is a dad who wants nothing more than to live the simple life, but is pulled back into adventuring for "one last job." Navaar and I discuss having a family both at and away from the table, needing to protect your family while avoiding violence - and how scary that can be as a Black father, and po…
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This week, we're diving into our recent zombie themed one-shot 'The Corrupted' with two incredible guests: the one and only Navaar Jackson, the game's writer and creator, and the phenomenal Candace the Magnificent, who you may have heard on last week's episode! Together, they dive into their favourite parts of the game, how to build atmosphere, and…
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It's time to PARTY! The Witching Hour is close at hand and the Soup Group is having a time. Isla reals after the news of Mark's death, Avery finds a lead, and Jason and Kanan get a little pre-gaming in. CW: These Silent Secrets routinely contains swearing, underage drinking, blood, and themes of sex and violence. Cast Credits: MC: Zachary Tuttle-Ro…
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This week, TTRPG performer, voice actor, and writer Candace the Magnificent (they/she) joins the Halflings for a deeply joyful and truly unhinged chat! From Savage Worlds and flexibility in TTRPG systems to Omegaverse and bags of dicks, this one brings that classic 3BH chaos! Follow Candace and all their amazing work here: https://x.com/thecandacem…
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Worlds and lives collide in this dramatic chapter. Bert attempts to save Saline, Crispin turns away from confrontation, Michael leans into his darker nature, and villains are revealed. Cast in this episode include Abby Marie Carter (@abby_marie_carter), Ben (@DJ_blindian), Juicy Garland (@juicygarland), Kat Kellie (@katthedungeonmom), and Mistress …
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Stephan Kelly brings Lancelot to the table. Lance is a blind martial artist in a coven of witches, doing his best to leave the world a little bit better than when he found it. Stephan and I discuss building a character while you're building the system, testing the limits of system mastery, and an unfortunate jousting accident. This character is bui…
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This week, we welcome the amazing game designer and podcaster Austin Taylor to the 3BH Halfling Hole for a Shirefolk Spotlight! You may have seen Austin's work as a writer for MCDM's Flee Mortals! or the upcoming Kids in Capes, as a player for StrixU and Transplanar, or as the cohost of the podcast Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries! Join us as the…
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The Soup reconvenes and, with a new day, shadows begin to draw close. Isla feels uneasy while Avery, Kanan, and Jason are faced with some startling reminders. ANNOUNCEMENT: The next One Page One-derland will be streaming on twitch.tv/ghostlightmedia on Thursday, May 30th! CW: These Silent Secrets routinely contains swearing, underage drinking, bloo…
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If 'YouTube Video Essays', 'TTRPG Knowledge' and 'Legal Expertise' was a Venn Diagram, this week's guest LegalKimchi would be at the centre! Also known as Alex, you may know him from his incredible 'Bioessentialism in Gaming' video, discussing inherent racism and ableism in TTRPGS, and more essays breaking down representation and diversity in games…
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Content Warnings: Consensual Sex (13:24 - 17:25), Domestic Abuse (30:30 - 34:24), and Suicidal Behavior (31:44 - 34:24) Tension builds between Bert and Michael as they wait to ambush the hunter while Saline attempts to communicate with her captor. Crispin receives an ominous vision. Meanwhile, other sinister plots are in motion elsewhere in Chester…
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Grant brings Orco the Magnificent to the table. Orco is not a very good wizard, but he gives it his best shot. Grant and I discuss religious trauma, high school theater, and the opposite of min-maxing. This character is built for D&D5e. Grant Nordine is the titular game master of Game Master Monday and the guide for Bella's Comet. Grant is an award…
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A few weeks back, we interviewed Kay and Sam from Roll and Play Press about their phenomenal breakout into the TTRPG scene; this week Kay and Sam are back to take us through a sponsored deep dive of their must-have book, One-Shot Wonders! With over 100 session ideas, one-shots and quests, this collection of adventures is designed to be a GM's best …
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DISCLAIMER: Since beginning this campaign, Gabe Hicks has been removed from the cast list of 3 Black Halflings' 'The Corrupted' playthrough. Part 1 live in its current edit out of respect for the time and effort the other players and editors put into this game. Part 2 does not feature Gabe Hicks. We stand against predatory and abusive behaviour. We…
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Saline goes toe-to-toe with Sara Paisley over the safety of her sister. The Hunter catches up with his prey, leading Michael and Bert on a race to save Saline. Crispin agonizes over whether he will survive his impending vigil. Cast in this episode include Abby Marie Carter (@abby_marie_carter), Ben (@DJ_blindian), Juicy Garland (@juicygarland), Kat…
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Tori Fica brings Tendertwig to the table. Tendertwig is a Leshy Oracle who moves through life with the confidence of a child - because they are actually only 1 year old. Tori and I discuss the freedom of playing a character utterly devoid of imposter syndrome, how being cute is a special ability, and playing a literal baby. This character is built …
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AWWW YEAH! For the first time ever, Jasper, Jeremy and Liv get together in the same continent, in the same city, in the same theatre, with a live audience, to play the single most chaotic one-shot of "You Awaken In A Strange Place" ever! Get ready for vampires, romance, comedy, lesbians, hot dads, The Floor, and a fairly disturbing amount of sweat.…
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The Soup Groups solo tales continue! Avery has to face where this all began for a second time, Isla feels a disturbance and encounters a surprise obstacle, Jason tangles with an old foe, and Kanan tries to uncover some of Gael’s motives. CW: These Silent Secrets routinely contains swearing, underage drinking, blood, and themes of sex and violence. …
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If you watched the 2023 Game Awards, you saw actor Abubakar Salim - from Raised by Wolves, Legend of Vox Machina and Assassins Creed: Origins - announce his incredible new metroidvania platformer, Tales of Kenzera: Zau. And today, he’s our guest!!!! From the grief of losing his father that the game was born from, to the power in vulnerability and p…
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Michael and Bert learn of Saline's connection with the Cascade while Crispin prepares for his initiation. The trio at the falls debate whether to read Crispin into their secrets. Saline attempts reconciliation with Crispin. Cast in this episode include Abby Marie Carter (@abby_marie_carter), Ben (@DJ_blindian), Juicy Garland (@juicygarland), Kat Ke…
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This is NOT a drill! After 6 incredible years, the UK's premier TTRPG show 'The Oxventurer's Guild' is coming to an end! Jasper and Liv (and Jeremy, but who's counting) have Jane Douglas aka Prudence on the show to talk about what this means for Oxventure. Is it really the end? Will everyone die horrible, violent deaths? Or is there a slim possibil…
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The Soup Group splits up! Isla's radio outro sets some potentially dangerous things in motion as she preps for the party. Avery feels like something is wrong, and with the help of a fan favorite, tries to get to the bottom of it. Kanan waits for the Stew Crew to arrive and they set off to deal with one of the many pieces on the board. Jason has a m…
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Chriss brings Rhan Halvard to the table. Rhan was a wizard who became a revenant in the service of Istus when her attempt to change her fate had unexpectedly dire results. Chriss and I discuss death, grief, and catharsis, the role of fate in a fantasy story where gods are real, and how much backstory you truly need. This character is built for D&D5…
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This week, Liv and Jeremy are bringing you a sponsored episode from the makers of a TTRPG system underdog: The Narrative Universe! Joined by writer Daisy Kurtwise (mskurtwise) and creator Joshua Orsak, we take a deep dive into the 100-side system that's modular, story-forward, and math-optional! If you're looking for a system that's heavily focusse…
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In the aftermath of Jacob's death, Crispin goes on a hunt for evil. Michael’s life and undeath meet in an unexpected way. Michael, Burt, and Saline arrange an outing to discuss their special circumstances. Cast in this episode include Abby Marie Carter (@abby_marie_carter), Ben (@DJ_blindian), Juicy Garland (@juicygarland), Kat Kellie (@katkellieso…
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We know you've seen Roll & Play Press' EVERYWHERE - from Critical Role to High Rollers, but did you know the dream team behind this new industry giant was a nerd and a boffin? Yes, fresh off the heels of their incredibly successful Map Library kickstarter, today Jasper and Liv are joined by CEO Kay Lubwika Bartlett and CCO Sam Bartlett! From what m…
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The Soup Group reaches the end of the day on a couple of different notes. Isla gets diabolical, Avery takes a stand. Kanan marks their prey, and Jason slots into the support role. Cast Credits: MC: Zachary Tuttle-Robb (@thatguyzackrobb) Nicole Tuttle-Robb (@nicolevoice) Mariah Clawson (@_MariahClawson) Freddie Powers (@Freddie_PowPow) Marcus Rosenb…
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Keeping up our streak of interviewing phenomenal women for Women's History Month, this week we have one heck of a woman who develops for Ashes of Creation, writes gorgeous games like Witches & Spellcraft, and has performed in APs on this very podcast - It's Margaret Krohn! Our very own Jenna Ainsley from 'Big Trouble In Little Mineuse' is here to c…
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Content Warning: Mild description of gore and death (12:40 - 16:00) In this continuation from part 1, the Yearbook group scatters in the aftermath of an attack on one of their fellow students. Saline runs for her life and finds an ally. Crispin makes a choice he never thought he would. Cast in this episode include Abby Marie Carter (@abby_marie_car…
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It is time to kick back and listen to the dulcet tones of this week's absolutely incredible guest; straight from the tables of DesiQuest, Dimension20, Critical Role and Acquisitions Incorporated, it's Jasmine Bhullar! Jasmine joins Liv and Jeremy as they dive into the transition from true Mathlete nerd to TTRPG nerd, being the weird kids with unfat…
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Cast Credits: MC: Zachary Tuttle-Robb (@thatguyzackrobb) Nicole Tuttle-Robb (@nicolevoice) Mariah Clawson (@_MariahClawson) Freddie Powers (@Freddie_PowPow) Marcus Rosenberg (@MarcusRVO) Special Thanks to... Chase Greenlee (@TQLoudly) and Ghostlight Media Nicole Tuttle-Robb Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/ghostlightmedia and our merchstore at …
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Sam Dunnewold brings Exit to the table. Exit is a scavenger living on the edges of a dangerous psychic mist and a society that demands they conform. Sam and I discuss building a character within the context of a post apocalyptic world, being brave because you have to be, and transparency in gaming. This character is built for Apocalypse World by D.…
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This week, the queen of cosplay and character creation content - Ginny Di - joins us on the mic! The YouTuber, singer, cosplayer, and creator of everything from viral videos to incredible costumes talks to us about her experiences of being a woman in content creation, how "The Deep Nerds" brought her into the fold of the TTRPG world, the questions …
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The Yearbook Club meets to cover its first official school event, the Back to School Bash. But tensions are running high between partners and wanna-be partners alike. When danger comes around again, it could be deadly. Cast in this episode include Abby Marie Carter (@abby_marie_carter), Ben (@DJ_blindian), Juicy Garland (@juicygarland), Kat Kellie …
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Fight if you can. It's best to run. And if you hear them wailing... try to survive. DISCLAIMER: since this episode has aired and in light of developments, Gabe Hicks has been removed from the cast list of 3 Black Halfling's 'The Corrupted' playthrough. We have decided to keep Part 1 live in its current edit out of respect for the time and effort th…
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After the Senior Prank went wrong, the Soup Group has a lot going on. Isla gets a call about a new radio opportunity while Avery, Jason, and Kanan head to a summit with the Stew Crew. Cast Credits: MC: Zachary Tuttle-Robb (@thatguyzackrobb) Nicole Tuttle-Robb (@nicolevoice) Mariah Clawson (@_MariahClawson) Freddie Powers (@Freddie_PowPow) Marcus Ro…
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Aetherius brings Riley Howard/Jean Pierre Baptiste to the table. Riley is a Ministry kindred masquerading as Jean-Pierre, a Toreador in the Camarilla. Aetherius and I discuss being your authentic self, being the only Black player at the table, and writing strong yet flawed Black women. This character is built for Vampire the Masquerade 5e published…
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