
3 Wise DMs is a podcast for dungeon masters (for Dungeons & Dragons) and game masters (any other RPG) with problems. And when we say problems, we don’t mean the kind of things you find answers for in the gamebooks. Think of it as a gaming philosophy show with a strong emphasis on applied knowledge. We all want to be great DMs, so what do we do to try to get there?
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesHobbiesLeisure | |||

Few moments at the gaming table carry more weight than the death of a player character. Is it the ultimate consequence of failure, a dramatic turning point in the story, or simply an opportunity for the next chapter to begin?
In this episode, Tony, ... more
Books, movies, and television shows benefit from one major advantage: the entire story is planned before the audience experiences it. D&D campaigns don't have that luxury.
Players miss clues, chase unexpected leads, ignore carefully crafted plot hoo... more
Some listener questions come in and just HAVE to be answered. This was the case with a question that came in from longtime friend of the show, Dr. DM himself, Jason. His son’s school D&D club was planning a seriously epic finale to multiple campaign ... more
Birthday games are 3WDs specialty… and it has now begun to grow. New DMs are joining in on the fun and running new, unique, and exciting games in all types of systems and taking on the challenge of one-upping the Wise DMs.
In this episode, Tony, Chr... more
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A very good podcast. The three hosts have a good handle on the material and share their expertise. If you are a new DM or experienced this podcast has plenty of tips and tricks.
Awesome show. Good topics and D& D discussions
I have been listening to these guys since they started and find their advice and anecdotes to be very relatable and helpful. I highly recommend listening through their backlog for and DM looking to improve their games.
I have been listening to these guys since they started and find their advice and anecdotes to be very relatable and helpful. I highly recommend listening through their backlog for and DM looking to improve their games.
These guys are truly just 3 dms sharing their thoughts and tips. It’s a lot of common sense, and is easy to implement. I was sorry to learn of Thorin’s passing, and I’m glad we got 110 really thought-provoking episodes. Thanks guys!
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Three Dungeon Masters share practical, experiences-based guidance for running RPGs, with a strong emphasis on leadership, table dynamics, and player engagement. Episodes frequently cover DM styles, campaign design, worldbuilding, and how to adapt published adventures to diverse groups, often mixing humor with actionable tips. Notable strengths include accessible, battle-tested advice, attention to group dynamics at the table, and a willingness to explore genre-blending settings (e.g., wild west sci-fi) to keep sessions fresh. The show's format—three hosts discussing real-world DMing challenges—offers multiple perspectives and relatable anecdotes for both new and veteran DMs, making it valuable for practitioners seeking improved sessions and... more
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3 Wise DMs launched 6 years ago and published 192 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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