Best Kelly Dd Podcasts (2024)

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Everett Nichols, a Protector Who Defends What Matters - Healing from the Past with DJ BeeZee (Old Gods of Appalachia) 1:18:47

2h ago1:18:47

1:18:47

Content Warning this episode for brief mentions of forced sterilization (49:03-49:53) and death of a child (57:40-57:48). DJ BeeZee brings Everett Nichols to the table. Everett is a union man, through and through, who defends those closest to him. DJ and I discuss healing from generational trauma, the union history of Appalachia, and how finding pl…

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Don Rigals, Communist Clark Kent - Representation and Speaking Out with AC Lawrence 52:10

21d ago52:10

52:10

Adrian Lawrence brings Don Rigals to the table. Don is a fur-obsessed secret communist delving into New York's underground to find his brother. Adrian and I discuss being outspoken about your political values, the power of representation, and not being "Mexican enough." This character is built for Call of Cthulhu. AC Lawrence is a Mexican-American …

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Looking Back on Two Years - Diversity Report and Giveaway Announcement 11:31

28d ago11:31

11:31

I've been bringing characters without stories and the creators who made them to the table for TWO YEARS! It felt like a good time to get reflective and talk about something I've been working on - diversifying my guests and the games we talk about. I also did a two year anniversary giveaway - tune in to find out who won! Send us a text Cover art by …

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Reyna the Lion - Being a Woman Online with Alejandra Wilhelm (D&D5e) 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Content warning this episode for discussions of sexual assault and sexual harassment. We don’t go into any detail, but if this topic is a trigger for you, I recommend you skip it. Alejandra Wilhelm brings Reyna to the table. Reyna is a fierce and loyal barbarian hiding her identity from the archfey her father sold her to. Alejandra and I discuss pa…

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Preventing Healthcare Fraud with host Kitty Glomski 5:51

2M ago5:51

5:51

Podcast Host Kitty Glomski discusses Medicare fraud and how you can Detect - Prevent - Report it to the MMAP network.By Catherine Glomski

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Grammarye Praise-God Winthrop, Teenage Witch - Acting Out with Juicy Garland (Monsterhearts 2e) 1:01:15

2M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

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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"Help I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up" PERS Devices with Jenna Lindholm 12:25

2M ago12:25

12:25

Jenna Lindholm talks about PERS devices (Personal Emergency Response Systems), how they work, and how to acquire one as a safety device for older adults and persons with dementia.By Catherine Glomski

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Kit, the Sea Witch - Friendship is Magic with Savannah Rayne (D&D5e) 45:12

3M ago45:12

45:12

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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Oba Manu, Family Guy - Parent Tropes and Pastoral Hopes with Navaar Seik-Jackson (Pathfinder 2e) 48:22

3M ago48:22

48:22

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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Lancelot, Blind Fighter - Testing Your Limits with Stephan Kelly (Coven and Crucible) 56:48

3M ago56:48

56:48

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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Orco the Magnificent, Sh*tty Wizard - Religious Rebellion with Grant Nordine (D&D5e) 1:01:02

4M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

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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Tendertwig, Sweet Summer Child - Childlike Wonder with Tori Fica (Pathfinder 2e) 41:34

4M ago41:34

41:34

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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Rhan Halvard, Paladin of Fate - Death and Destiny with Chriss Knight (D&D 5e) 47:18

5M ago47:18

47:18

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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Lorelei King - Discusses the MI Senior Advocacy Council 20:59

5M ago20:59

20:59

Lorelei King describes her involvement in the legislative process, the Michigan Senior Advocacy Council, and advocating for funding, resources and services for older adults residing in Region 9's rural service area.By Catherine Glomski

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Exit, the Outsider - Character Building is Worldbuilding with Sam Dunnewold (Apocalypse World) 1:00:24

6M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

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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Riley and Jean-Pierre, a Masked Vampire - Code-Switching and Authenticity with Aetherius Bordeaux (Vampire the Masquerade 5e) 1:36:41

7M ago1:36:41

1:36:41

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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What's New in 2024 with Jennifer Page, MMAP Executive Director 18:02

7M ago18:02

18:02

MMAP, now known as the Michigan Medicare Assistance Program, is available throughout Michigan and provides free, unbiased information about Medicare options. In this episode, MMAP Executive Director Jennifer Page talks about the many promotions to be conducted in 2024. Anyone seeking Medicare assistance can call the 800-803-7174 to receive a call b…

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Otto Von Kurtzel, Mecha Grandpa - Family Ties with Joseph Byler (D&D5e) 38:41

7M ago38:41

38:41

Joseph brings Otto Von Kurtzel to the table. Otto is a family man who built a mech suit to help him live with a degenerative disease. Joseph and I discuss punching dragons, having people worth fighting for, and tinkering for good. This character is built for D&D5e. Joseph Byler, an aspiring TTRPG writer and nurse. They're also a proud redneck and l…

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Kristen Weber, Alzheimer's Association 23:02

7M ago23:02

23:02

New Director Kristen Weber and Brooke Mainville discuss brain health and the services available through the Alzheimer's Association.By Catherine Glomski

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Nix, a Children's Party Magician - Quirks and Quests with Alex (Quest) 44:09

8M ago44:09

44:09

Alex brings Nix to the table. Alex is a traveling magician who cheerfully becomes a hero. Alex and I discuss mad libs character creation, the nature of magic, and being inspired by a hat. This character is built for Quest. Alex, also known as Apples_n_Cinnamon, a ttrpg enthusiast and a blooming forever GM. They make TTRPG content somewhat sporadica…

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Alehat, a Sly Slide - Playing Dangerous Games with Rook (Blades in the Dark) 38:48

8M ago38:48

38:48

Rook brings Dale Dorries, AKA Alehat to the table. Alehat is a greedy, rotten scoundrel feeding his retirement fund with ill-gotten gains. Rook and I discuss filling a role in a party, using characters to try out game mechanics, and being out for yourself. This character is built for Blades in the Dark. Roger Peters, who also goes by Rook, is the o…

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An Unnamed Soldier – Coping with Fictional Trauma in Character and Out with Jeffrey Baker (D&D5e) 45:55

8M ago45:55

45:55

Jeffrey Baker brings an unnamed soldier to the table. The unnamed soldier is a grizzled drill sergeant who motivates his party through tough love and (bardic) inspirational speeches. Jeffrey and I discuss playing older characters with life experience, roleplay bleed and after care, and being the party dad. This character is built for D&D5e. Jeffrey…

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Tryp, a Newborn Hive Mind - Containing Multitudes with Wes Ascolese (The Wildsea) 58:20

9M ago58:20

58:20

Wes Ascolese brings Trypoxylus "Tryp" to the table. Tryp is a newborn hive mind formed from a group of Japanese stag beetles looking to learn about the world they are seeing with new eyes. Wes and I discuss how bugs think, trying to build a unified identity, and discovering yourself through your characters. This character is built for The Wildsea b…

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Ed'varay Fiero, a Restless Ranger - Tributes and Transcendentalism with Beardic Inspiration (System Agnostic) 58:10

9M ago58:10

58:10

Nate (Beardic Inspiration) brings Ed'varay Fiero to the table. Ed'varay is a noble ranger, restlessly wandering in search of transcendental experiences. Nate and I discuss creating random characters for real people, being shaped by your environment, and the controversy surrounding Wizards of the Coast's attempt to withdraw the Open Gaming License (…

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VA Benefits Officer Bill Stypick - Veterans and Medicare 13:01

9M ago13:01

13:01

Alpena County VA Benefits Officer, Bill Stypick, discusses what veterans need to know when starting Medicare and answers the question, "Do I need Medicare Part A Hospital and Part B Medical?"By Catherine Glomski

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Characters With Stories - an interview with The Moonstone Matriarchy 1:36:00

10M ago1:36:00

1:36:00

In this very special episode, I interview my costars on DnDenial's The Moonstone Matriarchy actual play stream, an all-women D&D game set in the home brew world of Solandria. I Sneeze Stars is the DM GM of Reven is Anemone Juniper is Clover Mamaicailleach is Delphra Dungeon Mistress Katie is Rosalind Scxrlet is Syn These characters are built for D&…

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Kelly Robinette talks about the Benefits of Chocolate! 13:47

11M ago13:47

13:47

Kelly Robinette discusses the history of chocolate, benefits of chocolate and fun facts of America's favorite treat!By Catherine Glomski

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Kelly Robinette talks about "Fall" Prevention 21:21

12M ago21:21

21:21

Master trainers Kelly Robinette and Brooke Mainville discuss the benefits of the evidence-based program A Matter of Balance that will be offered in January.By Catherine Glomski

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MMAP Counselor Shelly Olree talks about current Scams 16:35

12M ago16:35

16:35

MMAP Counselor Shelly Olree discusses situations where she's helped clients in Montmorency County with scams and fraud. Shelly works through the five clinics with Thunder Bay Health Centers.By Catherine Glomski

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Dagamot the Hermit - Tarot and Tropes with Jordan Peacock (Coyote and Crow) 45:49

1y ago45:49

45:49

Jordan Peacock brings his tarot deck to the table. In this episode, Jordan and I collaborate to build three characters using tarot spreads. Dagamot, inspired by the Hermit card, is a reclusive healer with a painful past reevaluating his life on the road. Content warning: brief mention of suicide at 7:00. Jordan and I discuss going beyond tropes, bu…

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Rhadamanthus the Ratkiller - Wrestling Angels with Owen Kerr (Dark Heresy) 50:10

1y ago50:10

50:10

Owen Kerr brings Asher Novaak, aka Rhadamanthus Lehrer, to the table. Rhadamanthus is an inquisitor hiding in plain sight as his own throne agent, trying to find the small victories in a world full of insurmountable odds. Owen and I discuss pitting underdogs against empires, wrestling with angels, and finding joy in the struggle nevertheless. This …

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Rati Sijiye hosts a podcast interview for the statewide MMAP Conference 17:03

1y ago17:03

17:03

MMAP SMP Director Rati Sijiye trys out the podcasting experience and interviews podcast host Kitty Glomski for an episode of Let's Talk About Aging specially produced for the Statewide Conference.By Catherine Glomski

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Niko de Cielo, a Better Jedi - Fandoms and Fixes with Natasha Ticotin (D&D5e) 47:57

1y ago47:57

47:57

Natasha Ticotin brings Niko de Cielo to the table. Niko is an Oath of Conquest paladin who will soon find out he's not the main character he thinks he is. Natasha and I discuss "fixing" characters from pop culture, finding community in fandoms, and how characters' self-perceptions might not live up to their level 2 realities. This character is buil…

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Gaming with Pride - How Playing TTRPGs Gives Us Space to Explore Identity 23:28

1y ago23:28

23:28

It’s Pride Month! While we can and should joyfully celebrate LGBTQIA+ people every day of the year, we come together in June to devote special attention - to pay respects for those who have fought for liberation, and to continue the struggle in the face of increasing hostility and repression. This episode I’m honoring my trans, non-binary, and quee…

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Shasta and Alistair, a Girl and her Mask - The Masks We Wear with Jack (Pathfinder 2e) 34:23

1+ y ago34:23

34:23

Jack brings Shasta and Alistair to the table. Shasta is a young Aasimar monk traveling the world and Alistair is the god within the mask she wears. Jack and I discuss the masks we and our characters wear, player agency and GM input into characters, and what might make you put on a mysterious mask. This character is built for Pathfinder 2e. Jack is …

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Kevin Lozo, Disabilities Network - Options Counseling 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

22:29

Kevin Lozo from the Traverse City office of the Michigan Disabilities Network describes options counseling to assist persons with disabilities navigate systems and find adaptive technology. This free service is available in all 83 counties of Michigan.By Catherine Glomski

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Aya Bailey, the Rebellious Scion - Decolonizing TTRPGs with Quinn (Scion 2e) 50:09

1+ y ago50:09

50:09

Quinn brings Aya Bailey to the table. Aya has been called by the gods to serve, but chooses instead to serve the people through activism and direct action. Quinn and I discuss using TTRPGs as a way to learn about other cultures and identities including your own, growing beyond others' expectations of you, and decolonizing TTRPG spaces. This charact…

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Kinship Care w/Annie Hepburn, Alpena Senior Citizens Center 15:54

1+ y ago15:54

15:54

Annie Hepburn, Director of the Alpena Senior Citizens Council, discusses the Region 9 Kinship Program that provides monies - up to $600/year (in two $300 grants) per/child to assist grandparents (or other relatives) raising a grandchild. The program and application process can be accessed by contacting the local senior center aka Council or Commiss…

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Dewey Aberforth, a Handsome Fraud - Playing Selfish and Taking up Space with Natalie Marley (D&D5e) 31:44

1+ y ago31:44

31:44

Natalie Marley brings Dewey Aberforth to the table. Dewey is an accidental folk hero and a selfish jerk who happens to have a wonderful aquiline nose. Natalie and I discuss playing a selfish character without making your friends hate you IRL, how to play a man, and developing the confidence to take up space at the table and in the story. This chara…

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Dex the Gnome Revolutionary - Representing Neurodiversity with Simon (Shadowrun) 37:10

1+ y ago37:10

37:10

Simon brings Dex to the table. Dex is a gnome hacker slowly becoming a revolutionary. Simon and I discuss finding the bravery to be who you are, building characters that embody neurodiversity, and the intersection of masculinity and fantasy races. This character is built for Shadowrun. Simon is a queer, non-binary, autistic, and ADHD STEM educator …

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Difference between Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Homes w/Ombudsman Maija Aikens 15:48

1+ y ago15:48

15:48

Ombudsman Maija Aikens discusses the differences between Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Homes, the differences in who they serve, licensing/size of home, the services provided, and provides tips on how to select a home for a family member.By Catherine Glomski

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MMAP Inc. Ex Dir Jennifer Page discusses Volunteering with MMAP 24:39

1+ y ago24:39

24:39

MMAP Executive Director Jennifer Page discusses the upcoming statewide campaign to recruit volunteers to take training and counsel Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries in local communities. She describes the support network that includes local, regional, state and Medicare. She encourages beneficiaries to seek out their local MMAP counselor for a free, …

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Luz Lozano, a Wizard and a Mess - Finding Comfort in Community with Morgan Nuncio (Urban Shadows 2e) 46:03

1+ y ago46:03

46:03

Morgan Nuncio brings Lucia “Luz” Guadalupe Lozano to the table. Luz is a young Latina wizard learning to control her magic and setting some fires in the process. Morgan and I discuss finding the comfort in community to play your own race, who's left out when we default to the old white man wizard tropes, and how sometimes you have to make a lot of …

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Veterans Service Officer Bill Stypick talks about restoring VA benefits to veterans that received an Administrative Discharge (Feb, 2023) 17:26

1+ y ago17:26

17:26

Bill Stypick, Alpena County Veterans Service Officer describes the military's efforts to reinstate benefits denied for decades to veterans that were discharged due to pregnancy, Covid shot refusal, LBGTQ under Don't Ask, Don't Tell and other reasons. Legal assistance through the Veterans Consortium is also available on a pro bono basis but may not …

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Rick Houchin, RSVP (Feb, 2023) 13:13

1+ y ago13:13

13:13

Rick Houchin, project director for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program discusses the volunteer opportunities available for older adults throughout 11 counties with both the RSVP and Shine Bright programs.By Catherine Glomski

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Catalina and Esperanza, Twins at Odds - Drama and Romance with Character Creation Cast (Pasión de las Pasiones) 47:18

1+ y ago47:18

47:18

Ryan and Amelia bring Catalina and Esperanza to the table. Catalina and Esperanza are twins conniving to upstage one another. Ryan, Amelia, and I discuss how to create character drama and conflict at character creation, sex and romance in roleplaying games, and the tropes we return to again and again when creating characters. These characters are b…

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Dreams of a Light Reborn, Anti-War Storyteller - Changing the World with a Story with PlotDoc (Exalted 2e) 1:13:28

1+ y ago1:13:28

1:13:28

PlotDoc brings Dreams of a Light Reborn to the table. Dreams is a storyteller who seeks to end a bloody war. PlotDoc and I discuss growing yourself before growing a character, telling stories that change the world, and kicking gods in the nuts. This character is built for Exalted 2nd Edition. PlotDoc is a 34 year old stay-at-home dad and TTRPG TikT…

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Pat MacKinnon discusses Advantage Plan Open Enrollment 29:36

1+ y ago29:36

29:36

Open Enrollment for Medicare Advantage plans - what they are, how to shop and are they for everyone. Pat MacKinnon from MMAP, Inc. discusses what beneficiaries need to know about them and encourages everyone to know what the coverages are before committing to one.By Catherine Glomski

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Kelly Robinette discusses Diabetes & Nutrition 13:23

1+ y ago13:23

13:23

Area Agency on Aging diet-technician Kelly Robinette defines some of the symptoms of Diabetes, the testing for Diabetes, and is an instructor for ongoing sessions of the Personal Action Toward Health class with a focus on Diabetes management.By Catherine Glomski

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Montgomery Whitlow, a Hunter on a Fool's Errand - Downward Arcs with Gamesinabunker (Vaesen) 52:32

1+ y ago52:32

52:32

Glenn Buettner brings Montgomery Whitlow to the table. Monty is a Vaesen hunter on a fool's errand to join his wife and daughter in the selkie world. Glenn and I discuss sending your character on a fool's errand, creating characters from your own writing, and making the table a safe space for exploring trauma. This character is built for Vaesen. Gl…

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