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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 126 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureGames | |||

This week, Wizards of the Coast "admitted" that 2024 D&D is really just 5.5e, after professing for years that it was not. Plus, Daniel from Driving and Dragons sits in (yes, you read that correctly), wades through the news, and talks with us about hi... more
Ginny Di released a roundup of romance supplements and provided her "special" brand of commentary on each. We are required to EFAP this and provide some logical and non-mentally challenged commentary of our own. Can we survive her whole video or do w... more
On this episode of Nerdcognito, we continue to chronicle some "lost arts" of TTRPG game mastering, specifically taking a look at treasure. We talk about the purpose both in game and mechanically treasure serves, how to best manage it, and even answer... more
This week we sample a little bit of all the trash that was set alight in our nerdosphere. Ed Greenwood and Tracy Hickman to 6e? Aabria's meltdown! CMON money laundering?!? Molly's musings... and more!
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If you are looking for a great show about the art of roleplaying, this is it. Smart and funny and unafraid. Nerds have more fun !!
Ryan ,Bert and Jyle are my kind of nerds. They do a great job with the design of the show and they always have some interesting things to say. What else can Be said but Subcribe , to get the Nerdcognito goodness!
Sad overly scripted, pre-planned ramblings from aging bigots, upset that the world of D&D has moved on without them, regularly lashing out at actual unscripted shows that are popular with the public.
Little left but trying to cater to their fellow right-wing incels.
you know when a podcast makes you feel like you’d wanna be friends with them? this is the opposite of that
There’s a reason this is rated so low on both Apple Podcasts AND Spotify. This is run by truly horrible people :)
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A lively, irreverent discussion show centered on tabletop RPGs, OSR-adjacent design, and broader nerd culture. Episodes cover game mechanics, world-building, campaign starts, and character creation, with frequent dives into D&D, OSR trends, and the evolving landscape of TTRPGs. Hosts mix personal anecdotes, humor, and practical gaming insights, often guesting with known personalities from the hobby or discussing industry news and product releases. The vibe is friendly and candid, skewing toward fans who enjoy a no-nonsense take on gaming, with occasional provocations and strong personalities guiding the conversation. A standout aspect is the balance between practical gaming tips and wide-ranging nerdy banter, making it appealing to listener... more
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Recent guests on Nerdcognito include:
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