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20 Sided Gamified Podcast

Jared Fishman
Education
Wargaming
Game-Based Learning
War Gaming
History Education
Educational Technology
Bloody Big Battles
Dungeons & Dragons
Role-Playing Games
Napoleonic Wars
Central Michigan University
Hastings
Nemesis
Medieval Wargaming
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
To the Strongest
Space Battles (game)
Board Games
Expert Theory
Versailles 1919

The 20 Sided Gamified Podcast is hosted by Jared Fishman, whose professional career includes a nearly 20+ year tenure teaching history in independent schools, and positions on the board of two game based organizations- HMGS Next Gen, Inc, and the North American Simulations and Games Association. This podcast is meant to be a place for conversations with interesting folks within the world of tablet... more

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Folks- it was such an honor for Kelly and I to chat with Jason Carl. His work in the game world is prolific- too numerous to mention here. For me personally, his contributions to Vampire the Masquerade (Minds Eye Theater), D&D 3.0, and VTM 5th editio... more

Hey Folks! I had an absolutely good time interviewing the brains behind The University of Winchester's "Shieldwall" event! Dr. Ryan Lavelle, James Morris, and several others have put a lot of time into this wargaming event, which will showcase a hist... more

Folks- good news! We found Andy Callan! Enjoy the episode!!!!!

20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want to support what we do, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC . I plan on changing the parameters of wh... more

Folks- I have to say- this was a very funny episode that I initially titled, "Random Musings!" You may remember a previous episode where my friend Peter Dennis and I had a fantastic conversation about wargaming. We collectively had the brilliant idea... more

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Jason Carl
Game designer, storyteller, and educator; involved in World of Darkness and Vampire lines
Tabletop, World of Darkness, Vampire the Masquerade
Episode: Episode #139: Jason Carl- Game Designer, Storyteller, and Teacher of Games
James Morris
Wargaming author and organizer; author of Midgard Heroic Battles
Midgard / Various wargaming projects
Episode: Episode #138: Winchester Shieldwall w/Dr. Ryan Lavelle and James Morris
Dr. Ryan Lavelle
Professor of Medieval History at University of Winchester
University of Winchester
Episode: Episode #138: Winchester Shieldwall w/Dr. Ryan Lavelle and James Morris
Andy Callan
One of the great minds in historical wargaming
Independent rule designer
Episode: Episode #137: We Found Andy Callan!!!!! PART 2
Peter Dennis
Renowned artist and wargaming figure, long-time friend of the hosts
UK gaming scene
Episode: Episode #136: Where in the World is Andy Callan???? PART 1
Mark Smith
BBB scenario designer and contributor to Bloody Big Battles in India and the Peninsular War projects
Bloody Big Battles (BBB)
Episode: Episode #134: Bloody Big Battles, Peninsular Style! An Interview with Chris Pringle and Mark Smith
Chris Pringle
Co-designer of BBB, lead on Napoleonic and broader BBB rule set evolution
Bloody Big Battles (BBB)
Episode: Episode #134: Bloody Big Battles, Peninsular Style! An Interview with Chris Pringle and Mark Smith
Manda Shafer
Game designer and vice president of Harrisburg Board Game Alliance
Harrisburg Board Game Alliance
Episode: Episode #133: Building a Game Community: Manda Shafer of the Harrisburg Boardgaming Alliance
Geoff Engelstein
Designer of Versailles 1919
GMT Games
Episode: Episode #132: Designers Mark Herman and Geoff Engelstein- Versailles 1919- A Rival to Diplomacy as the Best Classroom Game?

Hosts

Jared Fishman
Host of the show, history educator with a focus on game-based learning
Kelly McManus
Co-host and frequent episode focal point, educator and collaborator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Favourite Podcast

    20 Sided is my favourite podcast, for many reasons!

    Jared keeps it simple, real, but is also not afraid to dive deep when the rabbit hole presents itself!

    His topics are varied and interesting and I like that he reaches back to previous interviewees.

    I would call his interview style “free range” which for me is very effective for exploring the hobby with the people he hosts!

    Great fellow, great topics, great podcast!

    Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
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    shawnt63
    Canada3 years ago

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The show is praised for its breadth across education, design, and gaming communities.
The host consistently ties game concepts to real-world learning and classroom impact.
Guests are well-chosen experts who bring practical insights and proven experience.
Production quality and pacing keep conversations engaging for both educators and hobbyists.
Listeners appreciate the candid, exploratory interview style that makes complex topics approachable.

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Episode #139: Jason Carl- Game Designer, Storyteller, and Teacher of Games
Q: When did your professional career in the gaming industry begin, and what were the key early moves?
Carl recounts moving to Seattle and joining Wizards of the Coast during the early 1990s, working on the Organized Play team for Magic: The Gathering, and later transitioning into D&D 3.0 development, with mentorship from Skip Williams and expanding into novel and LARP writing.
Episode #139: Jason Carl- Game Designer, Storyteller, and Teacher of Games
Q: All right, my first question, how did you get into all of this, Jason?
Jason Carl describes discovering D&D in his early teens, being drawn to storytelling, and how early access to a boxed set and the lack of dice spurred him to become a Dungeon Master, which set the stage for his lifelong path in game design and storytelling.
Episode #138: Winchester Shieldwall w/Dr. Ryan Lavelle and James Morris
Q: How did the Winchester Shieldwall concept start and what does it aim to achieve?
It began from a muscle memory of past Midgard events, aiming to combine talks with hosted historical games to create a meaningful, themed experience that engages both gamers and students.
Episode #132: Designers Mark Herman and Geoff Engelstein- Versailles 1919- A Rival to Diplomacy as the Best Classroom Game?
Q: Could you explain the basic concepts of how the game works in 5-10 minutes?
The game uses two decks—issues and people—with each issue offering 2-4 options and associated icons showing the impact on happiness and unrest. Players place influence cubes on active and hallway issues to push options forward, and the most-contested issues drive the negotiation. The two regions plus a mechanism to pick the next agenda shape the strategic flow, while markers on certain issues give extra points for alignment with a country's goals.
Episode #131: Stonewall Uprising and the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights with Game Designer Taylor Shuss!
Q: When you sit down with an idea for a game, is it usually a mechanic, a board, or a theme that drives you?
It depends on the game; sometimes a mechanic, sometimes a component, or a narrative goal, and often a combination that serves the story you want to tell, with experiential design guiding the process.

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The show centers on tabletop gaming, education, and the crossover between play and learning. Episodes frequently feature game designers, educators, and industry professionals who discuss design philosophy, classroom applications, publishing journeys, and the broader role of games in culture. Notable through-lines include making complex topics accessible in educational settings, leveraging games for teaching history and critical thinking, and exploring both the practical and creative sides of bringing tabletop ideas to market. A standout trait is the host's knack for connecting rigorous game design with real-world teaching and learning, often highlighting classroom-ready approaches, scalability, and community-building within hobby ecosystems... more

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2. James Morris
3. Dr. Ryan Lavelle
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