Best Kyle Stover Podcasts (2024)

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The Power of Market Research with Adam Zandman of Thrivable 42:58

1d ago42:58

42:58

In this episode, Spencer Brooks and Adam Zandman from Thrivable explore the significance of market research in understanding your audience. Join us as we discuss the importance of understanding your audience and building a research-backed marketing strategy, all while navigating budget constraints. Discover how your nonprofit can leverage market re…

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A Digital Transformation Toolkit with Karen Graham 45:28

16d ago45:28

45:28

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, speaker, trainer, and consultant Karen Graham joins us to share the fundamentals of technology planning and making the case for technology investments. We discuss how to assess your current level of technology maturity and determine what to focus on. We also discuss writing a strategic technolo…

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Navigating Digital Change: Insights from Kelly Stover of Ride Connection 38:18

1M ago38:18

38:18

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, we explore the topic of nonprofit digital transformation through the story of Ride Connection, a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide transportation solutions to older adults and people with disabilities. Our guest, Kelly Stover, the Development Director at Ride Connection, shares h…

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Collaborative Awareness Campaigns with Christina Locmelis of Wounds Canada 37:25

2M ago37:25

37:25

Many health professionals know the struggle of spreading awareness in a crowded digital space. Tune in with Christina Locmelis of Wounds Canada as she unveils the pillars of successful collaborative campaigns, such as the need for strategic alliances, using data wisely, and addressing the specific hurdles nonprofits encounter in drawing attention t…

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Revamping Nonprofit Health Websites with Kyle Taylor 37:19

2M ago37:19

37:19

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, we dive into the intricacies of redesigning nonprofit health websites with Kyle Taylor of NASTAD, a nonprofit that represents public health officials who administer HIV and hepatitis programs in the U.S. Join Spencer Brooks and Kyle as they discuss the challenges and opportunities in reorganizi…

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Unleashing the Power of Gratitude Using Handwritten Thank You Notes with David Wachs of Handwrytten 29:26

3M ago29:26

29:26

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, Spencer Brooks sits down with David Wachs, CEO of Handwrytten, a company that automates handwritten notes to help you build deep and lasting bonds with your constituents. Discover the transformative impact of gratitude on donor retention rates and dive into the ethical considerations surroundin…

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Strategic Communication with Taya Jarman of The Institute for Public Health Innovation 38:06

3M ago38:06

38:06

In this episode, we sit down with Taya Jarman, a communications professional at The Institute for Public Health Innovation, to explore the nuances of strategic communication. Taya shares her journey of conducting an initial communications audit at her organization, highlighting the importance of understanding and effectively using various communica…

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Trends in Health Philanthropy with Jeff Barrus of Grantmakers In Health (GIH) 40:22

4M ago40:22

40:22

Join us in this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing as host Spencer Brooks sits down with Jeff Barrus from the Grantmakers In Health (GIH) to explore two compelling topics. First, we’ll uncover the latest trends in health philanthropy and discover what funders are prioritizing in the ever-evolving landscape. Then, we’ll discuss tailoring …

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Driving Change: Howard Pearl of CARS on Transformative Partnerships and Nonprofit Innovations 39:00

4M ago39:00

39:00

In this episode, Spencer Brooks interviews Howard Pearl, the CEO of Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS), a nonprofit organization that runs car donation and real estate donation programs. Howard shares insights into the unique approach CARS takes to building partnerships with nonprofits and the impact of these partnerships. He also discusses…

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Strategic Onboarding with Nicole Jones of Anti Cancer Lifestyle Program 35:16

5M ago35:16

35:16

In this episode of the Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing podcast, Spencer Brooks sits down with Nicole Jones, Director of Marketing at Anti Cancer Lifestyle Program, to explore the topic of strategic onboarding. Nicole shares insights on the importance of a 30-60-90 day plan, emphasizing transparency, goal alignment, and the value of discovery mod…

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Navigating the Nonprofit Landscape with AI - George Weiner of Whole Whale 44:19

5M ago44:19

44:19

In this Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing episode, we discuss the much-talked-about world of artificial intelligence in the nonprofit sector. Join Spencer Brooks of Brooks Digital as he sits down with George Weiner, the Chief Whaler of Whole Whale, a digital agency at the forefront of leveraging data and technology to amplify the impact of nonprof…

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Advancing Health Equity: A Marketing Approach with Nikki Hopewell of Susan G. Komen 31:45

6M ago31:45

31:45

Join us in this insightful episode of the Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing podcast as we explore the intricacies of health equity and how to advance it, specifically from a marketing perspective. Our guest, Nikki Hopewell, Director of Multicultural Marketing at Susan G. Komen, shares her experiences and strategies in overcoming barriers, fosterin…

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Equity-Centered Ethical Storytelling with Beth Eisen of Playworks 31:26

6M ago31:26

31:26

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, we round out our third episode in a series of conversations around ethical storytelling and its profound impact on digital marketing for health-related nonprofits. Our guest, Beth Eisen of Playworks, a passionate advocate for storytelling with an equity lens, shares insights into how compelling…

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Equity and Accessibility with Valaree Machen of Uplifting Athletes 31:10

7M ago31:10

31:10

In this episode of the Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing podcast, Spencer Brooks sits down with Valaree Machen, a seasoned nonprofit professional passionate about digital marketing and accessibility. They delve into the importance of equity and accessibility in the digital realm and how these principles can benefit nonprofit organizations, especia…

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Ethical Storytelling with MaryBeth Meyer of Pinky Swear Foundation 30:21

7M ago30:21

30:21

In this episode of the Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing podcast, host Spencer Brooks engages in a candid conversation with MaryBeth Meyer, Director of Marketing at the Pinky Swear Foundation. MaryBeth shares her unique journey from being a recipient of Pinky Swear Foundation's programs to becoming a part of their staff. This episode delves deep i…

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Ethical Storytelling in Nonprofit Marketing with Anna Santos of ReSurge International 34:14

8M ago34:14

34:14

Join us on this Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing episode as we explore the fascinating world of ethical storytelling in nonprofit communications. Our guest, Anna Santos, shares her experiences and insights gained from working in the field of ethical storytelling at ReSurge International, a nonprofit that trains, funds, and scales reconstructive s…

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Navigating Collaborative Success: Marketing and Communications for Nonprofit Partnerships 31:45

8M ago31:45

31:45

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, we are joined by Eugene Patron from the Fund for Public Health in New York City. Together, we delve into the world of nonprofit partnerships and the intricacies of marketing and communications within these collaborations. Join us as Eugene shares his wealth of experience and insights, guiding u…

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Visualizing Complexity: Communicating Health Data for All 35:02

9M ago35:02

35:02

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, we dive into the art of presenting complex health-related information in a way that is understandable to a diverse audience. Join host Spencer Brooks as he sits down with Bradley Girard, Director of Brand and Creative at Rippel, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health and well-be…

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Crafting Impactful Narratives: The Power of Specificity in Storytelling 41:07

9M ago41:07

41:07

In this thought-provoking episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, we delve into the art of storytelling with Matt Werbach from the National Psoriasis Foundation. We explore the common misconception that storytelling is easily mastered and challenge this notion by highlighting the significance of specificity in narratives. Discover how shifti…

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Bridging Healthcare Equity: Digital Therapeutics and Breaking Down Stigma 34:41

9M ago34:41

34:41

In this podcast episode, we delve into the critical topics of healthcare equity, digital therapeutics, and dismantling stigma in healthcare access. Our guest, Autumn Brennan, Director of Communications at the Digital Therapeutics Alliance (DTA), shares her insights into how digital health technologies can bridge gaps in healthcare access, particula…

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082: Elevate Your TTRPG Projects with Effective Project Management Tools 31:24

10M ago31:24

31:24

Ever feel overwhelmed by managing your tabletop role-play game project? We've been there, and we've got your back! We spent this episode of Roll Play Grow diving deep into the world of project management tools. We shed light on how tools like Asana, Wrike, Notion, and Trello can help simplify your task organization, role assignment, note-taking, an…

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Navigating the Intersection of Development and Communications 36:06

10M ago36:06

36:06

Join us for an insightful conversation with Jean McGowan, a dedicated professional in the nonprofit sector, as she shares her expertise on the challenges and strategies involved in managing the delicate balance between development and communications. Jean's experience offers valuable insights into how nonprofits can effectively communicate their mi…

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081: A Deep Dive into the World of Sensitivity Consulting with Noordin Ali Kadir 1:06:18

10M ago1:06:18

1:06:18

Are you aware of the power of words and how they can subtly infiltrate a game? Noordin Ali Kadir unearths this concealed beast in today's episode, throwing light on how bias can have a profound impact on players. You'll discover how sensitivity consulting can prevent unintended consequences, ensuring a balanced and fair game design. We discuss his …

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080: Maximizing Your TTRPG Creation Efforts through Effective Project Management 36:59

10M ago36:59

36:59

Ready to up your game in the TTRPG space? Ever wondered how project management skills could change your trajectory as a creator? We dive into the nitty-gritty of project management, starting with the basics - what a project is, who a project manager is, and the phases within a project. We've got your back on each step of this journey, demystifying …

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Empowering Change: Digital Advocacy Strategies in Health Nonprofits 31:40

10M ago31:40

31:40

Join us in this illuminating episode of the Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing podcast as we explore the dynamic world of digital advocacy within the health sector. In a candid discussion with our host Spencer Brooks and guests Callie Riley & Megan Kovacs of Compassion & Choices, we delve deep into the impactful campaign that safeguarded medical ai…

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079: Designing Vagrantsong & two expansions with Kyle Rowan of Wyrd Games 50:35

11M ago50:35

50:35

Today, we take an exclusive tour of board game development behind the scenes with the imaginative Kyle Rowan, Design Lead at Wyrd Games. Kyle delves into his personal trajectory from gamer to game designer, detailing the evolution of his role at Wyrd Games and the life of the board game Vagrantsong. Kyle reflects on the spark that ignited Vagrantso…

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078: Building an Online Community part 3: Strategies, Pitfalls, and Successes 37:23

11M ago37:23

37:23

Ready to build a thriving community in the tabletop role-play gaming space? Then you're in for a treat. Today, we're delving into the nitty-gritty of how to make your community members feel seen, heard, and appreciated. We're talking about highlighting community members, featuring their posts, and applauding their contributions. But more than that,…

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Connecting Across Generations for Nonprofit Success 41:07

11M ago41:07

41:07

How can nonprofits effectively communicate with diverse age groups? Nicole Mandarano of the Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation joins us to discuss bridging generational divides and crafting messages that resonate with multiple audiences. We'll explore adapting to younger digital natives while still engaging older donors and volunteers. Tune in…

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077: Challenging Stereotypes in Fantasy Game Design with Ella Watts 1:02:51

11M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Ever wonder what goes into designing a Tabletop Role-Playing Game (TTRPG)? In our latest chat with Ella Watts, an accomplished director, writer, and producer, we get to unravel the process behind the creation of her TTRPG, Upriver, Downriver. From her first game session, to her daunting journey of game design, Ella's story is as captivating as her …

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076: Building an Online Community part 2: Strategically building engagement 30:05

11M ago30:05

30:05

Ready to transform your social media presence and build a thriving online community? Our latest episode is your ultimate guide to this dynamic digital landscape. We're here to help you carve out your unique space and captivate your audience by consistently delivering content that resonates. Harness the power of community engagement with practical s…

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Exploring Online Communities in Health: Insights from the Colorectal Cancer Alliance 37:04

11M ago37:04

37:04

You know the importance of online communities for patients on their healthcare journey. But how do you create a thriving community in the digital space? In this episode, Spencer Brooks and Amy Ganderson delve into the topic of online communities in the health space, with a focus on the work done by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. Amy shares her ins…

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075: From Herbalist's Primer to Geologist's Primer with Anna of Geologist's Primer 50:49

11M ago50:49

50:49

Join me as we step into the fascinating world of Double Proficiency, guided by none other than its co-founder, Anna. Prepare to be enthralled as we journey from the humble beginnings of her first book, Herbalist Primer, through its successful Kickstarter campaign, to its current status as a beloved gem in the TTRPG community. Anna candidly shares h…

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074: Introducing a new co-host! & How to Build an Online Community Part 1 33:06

12M ago33:06

33:06

Ready to stop aimlessly scrolling through social media and start building a thriving online community? This episode is for you! I am joined by my engaging new co-host, Matt Joro, and we're ready to tackle the dynamic world of social media. We'll share insights on the unpredictable algorithms, increasing ad costs, and if those age-old Twitter tactic…

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Engaging, Converting, and Measuring Your Website User Experience 11:11

12M ago11:11

11:11

In this episode of Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing, Spencer returns after a year-long hiatus to provide a wrap-up of season 2 and announce plans for future seasons of the podcast. This episode is all about engaging, converting, and measuring user experience on your website. Spencer emphasizes the goal of turning casual website visitors into enga…

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073: Leading a touring Actual Play with Russell E Welch III of D20 Tales 1:00:06

12M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

You won't want to miss this jam-packed episode as we're rolling the dice again with Russell E Welch III, the mastermind DM and CEO behind D20 Tales. Russell returns to chat about how D20 Tales has grown and changed over the last year, including the added complexities of going on tour. As we pull back the curtain on the world of live touring, we can…

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072: Running a game store with Andrew of Lost Star Gaming Outfitters 50:13

1y ago50:13

50:13

How many of you have thought about starting a friendly local gaming store? Well, I have a special treat for you today, because I got to chat with Andrew Youngchild, the co-founder of Lost Star Tabletop Gaming Outfitter in Gig Harbor, Washington. He and his sister, Charlie, opened up this very cool store in the heart of Gig Harbor’s shopping distric…

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071: Jay & Grub talk Yazeba's B&B and growing Possum Creek Games 58:34

1y ago58:34

58:34

Jay & Grub from Possum Creek Games are back! I’m super stoked to have my first repeat guests on the show from all the way back in episode 13. If you are not familiar with Possum Creek Games, then you might have heard of a little game called Wanderhome that Kickstarted during the height of Covid. I interviewed Jay & Grub both on my blog and on this …

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070 - Writing a book about Proactive Roleplaying with The Quest Brothers 1:00:34

1+ y ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Jonah and Tristan Fishel are two brothers writing a book together. Tristan started publishing on DM’s Guild and as a freelancer about a year ago, and they decided to write a book about proactive roleplaying. The book is called The Game Master’s Handbook of Proactive Roleplaying, and we talk about what proactive roleplaying means, their journey of w…

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069: DungeonGlitch makes music, talks D&D, designs merch & more 1:04:00

1+ y ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Matt Joro, also known as DungeonGlitch is one of those cool creators who does so many things. Matt is a DnD Influencer, Professional DM, Artist, Author, and Composer, and I wish I’d had several more hours to talk to him. We dive into how Matt has grown in the ttrpg space over the last 3 years, how he became connected with Wizards of the Coast, mark…

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068: BeththeBard is writing spooky stories & launching businesses 1:04:02

1+ y ago1:04:02

1:04:02

Beth the Bard is a writer, designer, streamer, and professional dungeon master. I first learned about Beth when she published She is the Ancient, an amazing genderbent version of Curse of Strahd, and it’s been a joy to follow her work ever since. Beth currently has a Kickstarter going for Daughters of Frankenstein, a super spooky 5e supplement that…

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067: Designing unique TTRPGs with Cassi Mothwin 1:02:23

1+ y ago1:02:23

1:02:23

Cassi Mothwin shot into the ttrpg scene a couple years ago when she created her first project, What Crooked Roots, a D&D 5e folk horror supplement. Since then, she’s created two very unique games and is currently crowdfunding for a 3rd game, Tangled Blessings. Cassi didn’t plan to get into game design–it just kind of happened because of her Curse o…

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066: Designing Burnaway and Preparing for Kickstarter with Nagi 53:55

1+ y ago53:55

53:55

Today is the day my friends! It is the Kickstarter launch day for the game that I have been project managing for a year now: Burnaway. I will spare you the explanation of the game right now because you are going to hear all about in this episode.We are talking with Geordie Morse aka Nagi, the game designer behind it all. Make sure you go to Kicksta…

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065: How to become a freelance social media manager with Sol 1:06:45

1+ y ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Today’s episode is the second in our short series of interviews with my project team members on the upcoming indie ttrpg called Burnaway. The game is launching on Kickstarter on February 7th, and I wanted to introduce you all to some of the awesome people behind the scenes! Be sure to check out the show notes for a link to the pre-launch page on Ki…

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064: Designing TTRPG layouts with Chris Hopper 51:09

1+ y ago51:09

51:09

Chris Hopper is the layout and graphic designer for Burnaway, as well as for several other ttrpgs in the indie scene. We talk about working as a freelance layout designer, working within this community, tips for working with your designers, and making your games and layouts more accessible. I learned so much from Chris, and I know y’all will too! T…

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063: Writing Welcome to Dragon Talk with Greg Tito & Shelly Mazzanoble 1:02:45

1+ y ago1:02:45

1:02:45

If you hang around the D&D scene, you likely have heard of Dragon Talk, the D&D podcast hosted by Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble. Greg is the Senior Communications Manager of Dungeons & Dragons, and Shelly is the Senior Brand Manager of Dungeons & Dragons. We talk about what they’re up to in D&D. We talk about their show, and we talk about their u…

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062 - Creating in-depth Actual Play Characters with Joshua Simons 1:15:07

2y ago1:15:07

1:15:07

Joshua Simons is our guest today! Josh is a streamer, game designer, and the Community and Content Manager at Demiplane RPG. We dive into the intricacies of networking and how Josh was able to land a fulltime job in the industry. We also get a peek at his process for creating characters. Josh has appeared on so many actual play shows and always has…

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061: Managing OneBookShelf's Marketing with Lysa Penrose 55:57

2y ago55:57

55:57

Lysa is the Marketing Manager at OneBookShelf, which is the company behind sites like DM’s Guild and DriveThruRPG. And we definitely talk about what that means, what faer journey has been like throughout multiple roles in the TTRPG space. We also talk about Design Dash, a Twitch show that Lysa co-hosts and Lysa’s love for crafty endeavors and bees!…

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060 - How Donathin Frye became a fulltime professional Dungeon Master 1:00:41

2y ago1:00:41

1:00:41

How would you like to be a full-time, professional game master? It sounds like a dream a lot of us have in this industry, and so I am thrilled to introduce you to Donathin Frye who does just that. Donathin supports himself as a full-time Dungeon master with some additional freelance game design work, through Patreon subscriptions. He tends to run 6…

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059: Balancing Disability & Entrepreneurship with Sara Thompson, creator of the Combat Wheelchair 1:07:08

2y ago1:07:08

1:07:08

Today, I have the absolute pleasure to introduce you to Sara Thompson. Sara is most widely known for the Combat Wheelchair they created for D&D, but she is also a freelance game designer working with companies like Paizo and R Talsorian Games. We definitely talk about Sara’s game design processes, but this episode is extra special to me because we …

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058: Game Design & Incorporating Safety Tools in your TTRPGs with Kienna Shaw 55:19

2y ago55:19

55:19

Kienna Shaw is our guest today. Kienna is known for doing more things than we were able to discuss in an hour, like the TTRPG Safety Toolkit, safety consulting, game design for a bunch of games on Itch.io, DM’s Guild, and a Candlekeep Mysteries adventures, and a whole lot of actual play streaming. We focus mostly on game design and safety tools in …

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