Best Too Cool For Tabletop Podcasts (2024)

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Ep.177 Winter Rabbit, Semi-Coop Games, Too Early for Pumpkin Spice? 53:23

19h ago53:23

53:23

Ep.177 is live! come listen as we tell you about a Kickstarter project you should be backing on August 20th! We tell you all about Winter Rabbit from Absurdist Productions before diving into how much fun it is to be in a competitive game with cooperative elements. We end with a question about pumpkin spice and what is too early for it. Be sure to l…

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Concentration in D&D 5e (Episode 188) 55:03

28m ago55:03

55:03

(00:00) Show open(07:30) Concentration Spells(13:29) Mechanics Debate(29:36) Revisiting Concentration Mechanics(31:17) Scaling Concentration(39:48) Consequences(46:12) Final Thoughts Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for Social Media Accounts, Patreon, and so much more! https://linktr.ee/ttjourneys…

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 6, Part 4 57:12

3d ago57:12

57:12

The finale of Episode 6 finds our crew making solid progress against the enigmatic Epsilon Protocol, and discovering more about the Zunnians than they expected. Looking for ways to support...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 187 – Six Things on STA Second Edition 1:01:23

4d ago1:01:23

1:01:23

(00:00) Show open(13:00) Challenge Dice(17:50) Improved Layout(31:18) Extended Challenges(39:04) Clarifying mechanics(47:23) Reputation System(52:35) Traits(56:51) Closing Thoughts Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for Social Media...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 6, Part 3 39:05

7d ago39:05

39:05

Balancing protocol and ethics, the crew look for ways to clear the Epsilon Protocol routine taking over the ship. Meanwhile, investigations into the nebula yield some interesting results and connections...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.176 Tyler Brown, Designer of 23 Knives 56:14

9d ago56:14

56:14

Ep.176 is here! We talk with our friend Tyler Brown about his upcoming Kickstarter on August 20th! 23 Knives is his upcoming game. We have played several iterations of the game and are so excited to see it become available to others in a final form. We talk about the game a little, but a lot about Tyler! This is a fun interview and we hope you supp…

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Episode 186 – Previewing the D&D 2024 release 1:09:24

16d ago1:09:24

1:09:24

(00:00) Show open(03:49) D&D 2024 Release Overview(06:54) Weapon Mastery(13:57) Feats(21:27) Backgrounds(33:41) Heroic Advantage(39:37) Class Changes(50:36) Paladins(58:10) Closing Thoughts Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 6, Part 2 53:38

14d ago53:38

53:38

The crew continue to track Janok through the ship, while Dr. Nu makes a critical discovery in one of the Zunnians. Looking for ways to support the show? Check out...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 185 – Triangle Agency 1:03:21

19d ago1:03:21

1:03:21

(00:00) Show Open (06:05) Introducing Caleb (15:35) Inspiration (27:05) Mechanics (31:26) Metacurrency (33:44) Chaos! (36:53) Collaborative resolution (43:02) Player feedback Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 6, Part 1 46:00

22d ago46:00

46:00

After the cliffhanger at the end of Episode 5, the crew wrestles with Commander Janok missing and the Epsilon Protocol taking over the ship! Looking for ways to support the...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.175 The Guild of Merchant Explorers, ADHD Gaming, Hayley's Bad Habit 47:39

23d ago47:39

47:39

Ep.175 is live! Come listen as we tell you about our time with The Guild of Merchant Explorers from AEG. We talk about the game and why we like it before diving in to talking about gaming with ADHD. It's a good conversation about ADHD and gaming from one persons perspective, with a little science throughout. We then end the show by telling you what…

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Episode 184 – Fae Game Breakdown 1:04:58

26d ago1:04:58

1:04:58

(00:00) Show Open (07:59) Dynamics and Roleplay (18:58) Mechanics (24:49) Storytelling hints (34:53) Retro (55:45) Announcements Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for Social Media...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 5, Part 3 45:57

1M ago45:57

45:57

The crew face a difficult connundrum when they detect an Epsilon incursion, while also monitoring a fugitive. Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for Social...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 183 – Fae Actual Play, Part 2 1:26:57

1M ago1:26:57

1:26:57

Krieg, Deacon Marne, and Ramen learn more about what is going on at this portal, and their mission comes to an abrupt conclusion. Looking for ways to support the show?...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 5, Part 2 1:16:29

1M ago1:16:29

1:16:29

Arriving at Zunneon III, the crew of the Dilamus Christian meet with the captain of the USS Téméraire to begin assessing the situation. Looking for ways to support the show?...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.174 TEN, Classic Mechanics, Teaching Those Who Taught 50:43

1M ago50:43

50:43

Ep.174 is live! Come listen as we tell you about our fun with TEN from AEG! We picked it up for my birthday and have had fun with this push-your-luck and auction game. We then tell you about classic mechanics and why they have staying power in the modern board game era. We then end the show by telling you who introduced us to gaming and what we sta…

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Episode 182 – Fae Actual Play, Part 1 1:34:18

1M ago1:34:18

1:34:18

Your hosts bring back Jay Mooers for a play through of his TTRPG Fae. In our adventure, Deacon Marne, Bruno Krieg, and Ramen all sneak into the faelands to deliver...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 5, Part 1 45:07

2M ago45:07

45:07

Responding to a distress call, the Dilamus Christian speeds away from Celtak IV, while Tobor and Najar take the opportunity to question their latest guest. Looking for ways to support...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 181 – Jay Mooers returns to talk Fae 57:19

2M ago57:19

57:19

(00:00) Show Open (02:26) Intro (05:45) Jay Mooers and Fae (19:26) Expansions (25:58) Mechanics (33:11) Designing Fae (45:22) What’s next? Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for Social Media Accounts, Patreon,...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Quick Trek #3: Oshen 1:14:27

2M ago1:14:27

1:14:27

The Dilamus Christian leaves for an urgent distress call, while Oshen stays behind on Celtak IV to deal with some family business. Looking for ways to support the show? Check...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.173 ARCS, Self Sacrifice, Staying Cool? 42:54

2M ago42:54

42:54

Ep.173 is here! Take a listen as well tell you about ARCS from Leder Games. We talk in depth about the games play and what we have loved about it. We then dive into the topic of self sacrifice in games. We end the show by telling you how we are planning to stay cool on this hot week! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Game Talk: 8:42Top Shelf To…

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Episode 180 – Vecna: Eve of Ruin 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

(00:00) Show Open (02:09) Intro (05:44) Overall Thoughts on the Adventure Path (28:43) Cosmic Plans (43:15) Secrets (50:36) Improving Mission Depth and Gravitas (01:14:15) Final Thoughts Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Quick Trek #2: Tobor and Najar 1:04:53

2M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Tobor and Najar use the travel time on their way to a distress call to dive into The Episilon Protocol. Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 179 – Interview with Lin Codega 1:18:27

2M ago1:18:27

1:18:27

(00:00) Start (02:34) Introductions (09:17) Background (14:54) Rascal News (21:22) Challenges in Journalism (41:08) Exploring Joy in TTRPGs (50:29) Game Design Process (56:57) What’s the future? (1:06:21) Favorite creations (1:14:38)...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Quick Trek #1 48:03

2M ago48:03

48:03

Nerila and Tenari work with two junior officers from Asselin Station to implement sensor and shield protocols, while Tenari catches wind of data that Najar would be very interested in....By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.172 Let's Go! To Japan, Relaxing Games, Most Exciting to Walk? 39:21

2M ago39:21

39:21

Ep.172 is live! Come listen as we tell you about our newest game Let's Go! To Japan! We talk about the fun we've had with it before telling you about relaxing games that we enjoy. We end the show by telling you the place we are most excited to walk in Japan in 2025! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Game Talk: 11:04Top Shelf Topic: 24:19Pint Si…

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Episode 178 – Big Adventure Game Review 56:05

2M ago56:05

56:05

(00:00) Opening Credits (02:00) Introduction (03:38) Breaking News in Tabletop RPGs (08:11) Action Economy and Combat Flow (10:35) Magic System and Character Creation (25:10) Hero Points and Melee Combat (35:39)...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 4, Part 4 59:00

3M ago59:00

59:00

In the thrilling conclusion, the crew are under attack from an unidentified vessel and an enemy on the roof. Meanwhile, Lt. Tenari attempts a risky maneuver. Can Commander Oshen keep...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 177 – Big Adventure Game Field Trip, Part 3 52:04

3M ago52:04

52:04

When our heroes reach the docks, several guards are already in the process of arresting some runaway mages, but things are not all that they seem… Looking for ways to...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 4, Part 3 1:03:23

3M ago1:03:23

1:03:23

While Cmdr. Tobor and Lt. Najar head to the capitol building to meet with the planetary governor, Lt. Cmdr. Oshen and Ens. Kem meet with Oshen’s daughter and a witness...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.171 Werewolf in the Dark, Friend's Games, Nose Breathing? 32:11

3M ago32:11

32:11

Ep.171 is live! Come take a listen as we sickly tell you about Werewolf in the Dark! We've talked about this one in the past and are so happy to see it on BackerKit! Make sure to go support it and get you a copy! We tell you about it before telling you about our friend's games and how excited we are for them all. We also ask the question of "Do you…

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Episode 176 – Big Adventure Game Field Trip, Part 2 37:40

3M ago37:40

37:40

Following the clues towards the harbor, our heroes stumble across a group of dead city guards that have been raised as zombies and unleashed in the market! Looking for ways...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 4, Part 2 1:03:55

3M ago1:03:55

1:03:55

As the Dilamus Christian arrives at Celtak IV, Cmdr. Tobor is greeted by the planetary governor and Lt. Cmdr. Oshen and Lt. Najar meet with Cmdr. Janok on the orbital...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 175 – Big Adventure Game, Part 1 58:34

3M ago58:34

58:34

Our would-be party of adventures is introduced to the world of Krataris as we begin our Actual Play of Big Adventure Game by Spellbook Gaming! Looking for ways to support...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations: Season 2, Episode 4, Part 1 55:26

3M ago55:26

55:26

Captain Tobor and his crew work to unravel the mysteries of Species Epsilon and the Epsilon Protocol embedded in the ship’s computer while en route to Celtak IV. Looking for...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.170 Dandelions, Trash Talk, Most Used Insult 38:42

3M ago38:42

38:42

Ep.170 is live! Take a listen as we tell you about Dandelions from AllPlay! We also talk about our experience and thoughts on trash talking at the game table. It's a fun episode, so be sure to listen! Then you can like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything.Game Talk: 8:56Top Shelf Topic: 18:26Pint Sized Question: 32:12Game Mentions:Ghost…

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Episode 174 – Big Adventure Game 1:05:52

3M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

Your favorite hosts sit down with Alex Vigna from Spellbook Gaming to discuss their new “class-less” fantasy tabletop roleplaying game, Big Adventure Game! Looking for ways to support the show?...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 173 – Six Course Corrections in STA Second Edition 57:27

4M ago57:27

57:27

Josh, Glen, and Lewanika review the Star Trek Adventures Second Edition quick start guide and discuss their top six course corrections from this glimpse at the coming changes. Looking for...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.169 Dune: Imperium and Uprising, Game Night Metamorphosis, Animorph? 51:32

4M ago51:32

51:32

Ep.169 is here! Take a listen as we tell you about our experience with Dune: Imperium and Dune: Imperium Uprising. We then take you to story and discussion time on how game nights and gaming habits have changed over the years. We then end on an easy light note of what animal we would animorph into! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Game Talk: 1…

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Episode 172 – Six Games for New Players 54:42

4M ago54:42

54:42

Josh, Glen, and Lewanika discuss how to introduce new players to role-playing games, focusing on accessible and engaging game choices for beginners. Looking for ways to support the show? Check...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 171 – How to Handle Extraordinary Backgrounds 54:11

4M ago54:11

54:11

Josh and Lewanika discuss the best way to handle extraordinary or unusual character background requests. Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our Linktree for Social Media Accounts,...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.168 Underwater Cities, Limited Turns, Our Goal Progress 39:52

4M ago39:52

39:52

Ep.168 is here! We tell you about our recent play of Underwater Cities and why we liked the game! We tell you about that experience and how we observed the influence limited turns has on our play. We end the show by telling you about two of our personal goals and how that progress is going! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!Game Talk: 7:49Top S…

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Episode 170 – Six Ways to Revitalize your Campaign 52:36

4M ago52:36

52:36

Josh, Glen, and Lewanika discuss six different techniques that you can use to revitalize your campaign and reengage your players. Looking for ways to support the show? Check out our...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations: Season 2, Episode 3, Part 3 1:06:52

4M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

The holodeck simulation somehow sets off the Dilamus Christian’s Epsilon Protocol while revealing a startling glimpse into the origins of Species Epsilon. Looking for ways to support the show? Check...By Tabletop Journeys

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Episode 169 – NASA’s Lost Universe 56:33

5M ago56:33

56:33

What do you get when scientist want to play a Roleplaying Game? A Great adventure of course. Josh, Glen, and Lewanika break down the new RPG adventure The Lost Universe,...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 3, Part 2 1:05:17

5M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Lt. Neelan and Lt. Dori investigate the artifacts retrieved from Tethys, which Lt. Dori loads into the holodeck computers, trying to recreate a piece of that ancient civilization! Looking for...By Tabletop Journeys

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Ep.167 Inflation!, Designer Superlatives, Our Superlatives 36:51

5M ago36:51

36:51

Ep.167 is live! Come listen as well tell you all about Inflation! from Taiki Shinzawa and New Mill Industries. We tell you all about its trick taking goodness before telling you some fun designer superlatives, such as the designer that we will always purchase. We end the show telling you our own superlatives as well. Be sure to like, share, and sub…

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Episode 168 – Six Takeaways from the Daggerheart Playtest 1:00:35

5M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

Today, Josh, Glen, and Lewanika plunge into the open beta playtest materials for Darrington Press’ Daggerheart, and share their top six takeaways from the ruleset. Looking for ways to support...By Tabletop Journeys

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Special Episode – RPG Draft #3 48:40

5M ago48:40

48:40

Lewanika of TTJ joins The RPG Academy, Wander’s Haven, and Smuggler’s Blues as they select the best live-action vehicles from the 70s, 80s, and 90s! Who will get the prize?...By Tabletop Journeys

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Star Trek Preservations – Season 2, Episode 3, Part 1 1:00:00

5M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Lt. Najar and his team return to the Dilamus Christian, bearing ancient artifacts from Tethys. What mysteries will the crew unearth, and how will Cmdr. Tobor handle Najar’s previous performance?...By Tabletop Journeys

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