In the vast realm of film rankings – AFI's 100, Sight & Sound's Greats, 1001 To See Before You Die, IMDB's Top 250, Roger Ebert's Picks, and so on – there's a glaring omission: STAKES! Picture this: an asteroid the size of Texas hurtling toward Earth, a threat even Bruce Willis and his motley crew of oil drillers can't thwart. We're left with a front-row seat to our impending doom. Fear not, fellow film nerds, for we've constructed a fallout shelter, a haven for cinematic survival. Sadly, th ...
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Spinning off from D&D is for Nerds, Dinosaur Park and Beyond the Map comes a collection of eclectic roleplaying adventures lovingly cobbled together by our ever diligent imagonauts and world-renowned ‘big thinkees’. From dirty cowboys, big magic and the occasional messed up mummy, nothing is outside the realm of possibility when it comes to our imagination adventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to a realm where the divine meets the absurd, and hilarity ensues! Step into the whimsical world of "Deadbeat Dungeons and Dragons" a side-splitting Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast that will have you laughing right out of your jandles. What if god went out for a packet of cigarettes and never came back? The adventure features a wacky crew, played by some of New Zealand's goofiest improv comedians/nerds. Zed is your DM, accompanied by Tom, Torben, and Rachel playing a perfectly ...
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Knocked Prone is a clean, chaotic, and deep podcast for Dungeons & Dragons nerds! Follow along with Dungeon Master Kade Backus for this family-friendly actual play podcast featuring a crew of talented story-telling voice actors as they explore the fantastical realm of the Badlands, filled with pop culture references, lovable NPCs, and legendary tales. Campaign 1 Great Grumpobolis There’s trouble in paradise in this utopian adventure. Four teenagers are torn from their homes and plunged into ...
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Crazy about personal GROWTH? Do you wish to stop looking at life’s challenges as something to run from but instead as an opportunity to DEVELOP? Are you looking for a safe space to EVOLVE alongside an ever growing community of people on their own personal GROWTH journey? Bonus: Do you love Hip Hop culture? Well my friend, I think you might have just found your new favorite podcast! Multitalented recording artist, entrepreneur, storyteller and self proclaimed ‘Hip Hop nerd’ Bryce The Third ho ...
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Ep. 15 - Friend, Foe and Fey (Underdark Interlude)
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This episode is so hectic, I can't even joke about it! You'll just have to listen!! Zed Moore - DM @zedmooreorless Rachel Anastasi-Marais - Silkenweb @the_rachel_am Torben Klausen - El'Andrew Tom Jarvis - Bradicus the Wise @thatonetomjarvis Outro music by Matt Carroll Special thanks to Joel Luscombe Follow us on Instagram @deadbeatdnd and Tiktok @d…
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The Prestige (2006) / Nolan Nostalgia #4
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We conclude Nolan Nostalgia month with the 2006 science fiction/mystery about obsession, madness, and magic with 'The Prestige' staring Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johanson, Michael Caine, and Rebecca Hall. Joining on this week is award winning filmmaker/documentarian, Christian de Rezendes. Christian is the creator is the award winning …
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Dead Season Episode 15 - Ichor 3D Prints Part 2
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💥 As tensions reach a boiling point, the party faces off against the clones of the reapers discovered beneath the Red Herring Fishery. 🤺 Armed with determination, the party plunges headfirst into battle, confronting these clones with unwavering resolve. ⚔️ Will the party emerge victorious or be consumed by the Ichor threatening the Astral Plane? Fi…
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Tom is away (he's alive we promise) so Torben, Rachel and Zed get together to discuss the last few episodes! Grab an ice cold health potion, relax and listen to this chill bonus episode! Follow the podcast @deadbeatdnd everywhere. Follow @zedmooreorless on instagram.By Zed Moore, Rachel Anastasi-Marais, Torben Klausen
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Insomnia (2002) / Nolan Nostalgia #3 / Our Eclipse Adventures
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Today we discuss Christopher Nolan's first big studio feature 'Insomnia' with the star-studded cast including Al Pacino, Robin Williams, and Hillary Swank. This is a interesting film from him because it's a relatively straight forward cat and mouse detective story...or is it? No matter what your opinion is on 'Insomnia', in comparison to his other …
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Dead Season Episode 14 - Ichor 3D Prints Part 1
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🔥 As tensions rise, Javi unleashes his rage on the clone of his captor, grappling with the weight of his past and the fury of the present. 🤔 Talroth finds himself in a moral quandary, questioning his own identity as he wrestles with the possibility of being a clone. The lines between reality and illusion blur as he searches for answers. 💪 Xel takes…
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Ep.14 - Feeling Frosty in the Feywild (Underdark Interlude)
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In this episode Bradicus confronts hard truths, El'Andy get's stressed out, and Silkenweb is framed. Zed Moore - DM @zedmooreorless Rachel Anastasi-Marais - Silkenweb @the_rachel_am Torben Klausen - El'Andrew Tom Jarvis - Bradicus the Wise @thatonetomjarvis Outro music by Matt Carroll Special thanks to Joel Luscombe Follow us on Instagram @deadbeat…
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Memento (2000) / Nolan Nostalgia #2
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In this installment of our Nolan Nostalgia retrospective series, hosts Nathan, Sam, and Bee dive deep into the mind-bending labyrinth of Christopher Nolan's iconic 2000 film, Memento. Joining us today is a very special guest, Nathan's longtime friend and multi-talented creative force in the film industry, David Merrill. Get ready for a journey thro…
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Roll for Tears! Reacting to our Viral TikTok's Saddest D&D Backstories
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📱 Join Brooke and Kade in a special bonus episode as they dive into the comments left on their TikTok about the saddest D&D character backstories! 🧙♂️📜 👀 Get ready for laughter, tears, and everything in between as they react to the most heart-wrenching tales of tragedy and triumph from the world of Dungeons & Dragons. 🔍 Brooke and Kade rate the sa…
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Following (1998) / Nolan Nostalgia #1
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Let's take a deep dive into Christopher Nolan's debut flick, 'Following,' as part of our Nolan nostalgia month! We'll be getting into everything from the film's plot twists to its teeny-tiny budget, and how it fits into Nolan's larger body of work, especially now that he's got that shiny Oscar for 'Oppenheimer'! We're gonna break down 'Following' l…
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Dead Season Episode 13 - The Ichor Cage Part 2
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🐟 The investigation leads the party to the Red Herring Fishery, where secrets lurk beneath the surface. As they delve deeper into the shadows, they uncover horrors that defy imagination. 🕯️ Chai stumbles upon an Ichor Wall with a familiar captive contained inside of the cocoon like walls. ⚓ Xel makes a solemn promise, swearing not to leave the Red …
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Ep. 13 - Tomb of The Endless Death (Underdark Interlude)
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Things get a little spooky as the gang investigate a strange tomb. Will they make it to the Fragwanah before the full moon? Or will El'Andy have to spend eternity in David Bowie jail? (I assume that's what Zed will do to him) Zed Moore - DM @zedmooreorless Rachel Anastasi-Marais - Silkenweb @the_rachel_am Torben Klausen - El'Andrew Tom Jarvis - Bra…
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The English Patient (1996) / Epic Romances #4 / Eli's Last Show
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We conclude our Epic Romance retrospective series in one of the most celebrated films ever...at least at the Oscars in 1996. It won NINE academy awards, but does it still hold up after all these years? And on a meloncholly note, we say goodbye to our friend Eli who turns in her podcasting keys this week. We will miss Eli dearly and everything she b…
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Dead Season Episode 12 - The Ichor Cage Part 1
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🔎 As the party delves deeper into the secrets of Pinkerton Manor, their investigation leads them to a mysterious cage hidden in the cellar. With each step, they uncover more questions than answers, and the shadows of the past loom larger than ever before. ⚙️ Javi's keen eye catches sight of a steel grate leading to the Astral Sea, a potential escap…
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RPG Reddit Stories - My Wife is a Problem Player
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This episode the gang discuss super Tarrasques, problematic wives, and ugly player characters. Check out our youtube channel!By Zed Moore, Rachel Anastasi-Marais, Tom Jarvis, Torben Klausen
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RPG Reddit Stories - Charging players $15,000
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Tom and Zed discuss an insane reddit story. Check out the filmed version here!By Zed Moore, Rachel Anastasi-Marais, Tom Jarvis, Torben Klausen
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Atonement (2007) / Epic Romances #3
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In our 3rd installment of Epic Romances, hosts Nathan, Sam, and Bee discuss the 2007 Joe Wright wartime romance 'Atonement'. We geek out so much on this film that it's on the verge of criminal. We hope you stick through it all! 01:43 A Sweet and Creepy Chocolate Empire Merger 02:32 Diving into 'Atonement': First Impressions and Synopsis 01:16:09 Ho…
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Movie Musings / Movie Prep for 'Atonement' / Oscar Reflections and Game Results
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On this week's Movie Musings the hosts share thier latest watches of 'Wonka', 'Napoleon', and 'Orion and the Dark'. Sam caught up on a trifecta of 90s throwbacks including 'No Escape', 'Nixon', and 'First Knight'. We share our thoughts on the 96th Academy Awards too. For our Movie Prep segment, a new incarnation of our Recommendation Shelf, we have…
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Dead Season Episode 11 - A D&D Murder Mystery Part 2
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🕵️♂️ Javi and Talroth find themselves faced with a daunting task as they must intimidate their way past a group of Reapers standing guard at the crime scene. With tensions high and stakes even higher, they must rely on their wit and determination to break through. 🔎 Meanwhile, Xel and Chai continue their efforts to shape Chap's actions as the wisp…
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Out of Africa (1985) / Epic Romances #2
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We watched the 1985 Sydney Pollack helmed sweeping historical drama, 'Out of Africa' for our second entry into our Epic Romance Retrospective series. As expected, our takes on this film were wildly all over the map. Let us know which of us your opinion aligns with. 01:50 Introducing the Movie of the Week: Out of Africa 04:58 Initial Thoughts and Im…
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Dead Season Episode 10 - A D&D Murder Mystery Part 1
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🕵️♂️ Dive into the intrigue of "A D&D Murder Mystery Part 1," Episode 10 of Dead Season! 💼 Back in the eerie halls of Pinkerton Manor, the party is met with a perplexing sight: the murder scene they were accused of has vanished without a trace. Reaper Dave reports to Talroth about a child named Chap causing chaos for the other Reapers and won't ta…
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Movie Musings / Movie Prep for 'Out of Africa' / Oscar Predictions
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Movie Musings this week we discuss our recent movie and tv show watches, which include 'Drive Away Dolls', 'Snowfall', 'Faster Pussycat Kill Kill', 'The Good Place', and 'Dune 2' as well as a great book recommendation – Cinema Speculation by Quentin Tarantino. For this week's movie prep we recommend some nice pairing to watch with our upcoming revi…
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Ep. 12 - Traversing the Abyss (Underdark Interlude)
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Web becomes bearer of the light, Bradicus becomes a blimp, and El'Andy become a pincushion in this thrilling episode! Zed Moore - DM Rachel Anastasi-Marais - Silkenweb Torben Klausen - El'Andrew Tom Jarvis - Bradicus the Wise Outro music by Matt Carroll Special thanks to Joel Luscombe Follow us on Insta and Tiktok @deadbeatdnd Follow @basejumpcomed…
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The Notebook (2004) / Epic Romances #1
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We transition into a new theme for the month of March, Epic Romance Films. In this retrospective we'll be watching and discussing some of the most talked about, most audacious, and debatably overated films of this genre. We kick things off with the 2004 timeless Nicholas Sparks adapted novel, 'The Notebook' staring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams. …
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Movie Musings / Movie Prep for 'The Notebook'
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In our Movie Musings this week, we catch up and discuss recent experiences, movies we've watched and an insight into judging indie films for a festival. Mentioned movies include The Thing from Another World, Suncoast, Whore, The Sopranos series, Land of Bad, and Alienoid. They also introduce a new segment, 'Movie Prep,' where they suggest companion…
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Dead Season Bonus Episode: Our D&D Characters Play We're Not Really Strangers
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🎲 Step beyond the dice rolls and into the heart of camaraderie with "We're Not Really Strangers," an exclusive episode of Knocked Prone! 🌟Join our beloved D&D characters as they put down their weapons and gather around the campfire for a night of board games and bonding. In this special series, our cast members play popular board games while stayin…
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Movie Musings / The Great Season 1 Film Adjudication
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Nathan, Eli, Bee, and Sam plunge into a daring rescue mission. Amidst the chaos of a fiery asteroid apocalypse, their sole objective is to salvage the lifeblood of cinema. They are the last gatekeepers, deciding which films from season 1 are worthy to be enshrined in their sacred Vault and which are to be cast into the fiery abyss. The selection is…
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🔮 Step deeper into the realm between the living and the afterlife in "I'm Alive? Pt. 2," Episode 9 of Knocked Prone's Dead Season. 🌌 💔 Xel's past unfolds before his eyes as he witnesses the haunting memory of his deal with his adversary, Hugh Pinkerton. Caught in a web of betrayal and desperation, Xel grapples with the consequences of his choices a…
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Ep. 11 - The Lake of Bad Dreams (Underdark Interlude)
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The team dive head first into the abyss! Bradicus confronts his past, Silkenweb becomes the Bearer of Light, and El' Andy becomes a mer-dad, in this epic episode! Zed Moore - DM Rachel Anastasi-Marais - Silkenweb Torben Klausen - El'Andrew Tom Jarvis - Bradicus the Wise Outro music by Matt Carroll Follow us on Insta and Tiktok @deadbeatdnd Follow @…
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