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Dungeons and Dragons
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Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Wizards Of the Coast
Shadowdark
Tabletop Role Playing Games
Rule Zero
Kickstarter
Pathfinder
Paizo
OSR
Gaming Industry
Kelsey Dio
The Arcane Library
Gaming
Consumer Culture
Tariffs
Goodman Games
Monster Match

Nerds invite you into their world and chats about TTRPGs w/ OSR vibes, Board & Video Games, pop culture, & more! Listen and Subscribe for real, irreverent, yet relevant discussions, creator interviews, nerdy news, product reviews, and more!

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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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Bill Silvey
Dungeon Delver
Episode: Spectacular Settings (w/ Dungeon Delver!) - Nerdcognito Episode 314
Yang Zhao
Creator of the Kickstarter project 'Empire of the Undying Sun'
Kickstarter
Episode: Worth the Wait? - Nerdcognito Episode 298
Grim Jim Despero
Organized a fundraiser for a domestic violence victim
Episode: Five TTRPG Campaign Styles - Nerdcognito Episode 293
Mark Iradian
Creator of Mafia Blitz
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Episode: Does Your Game Flow? - Nerdcognito Episode 284
Stephen Dinehart
Founder of Wonderfilled Games
Wonderfilled Games
Episode: SPECIAL: Wonderfilled or Wonder-fooled with Stephen Dinehart? - Nerdcognito Episode 283
Daniel D. Fox
Creator of the Zweihander RPG and game designer in the industry
Zweihander RPG
Episode: Foxy Reflections - Nerdcognito Episode 274

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Ryan David
Host of Nerdcognito; main on-air presence across episodes; often drives conversation.

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2.9 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Nerds !!

    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 !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lars Christian Detlefsen
    Denmarka year ago
  • Listen to these nerds!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shekaka67
    United Statesa year ago
  • 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.

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    Anonymoose
    3 years ago
  • ;(

    you know when a podcast makes you feel like you’d wanna be friends with them? this is the opposite of that

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Omg8726747
    United States3 years ago
  • Atrocious Podcast Filled With An Even Worse Cast

    There’s a reason this is rated so low on both Apple Podcasts AND Spotify. This is run by truly horrible people :)

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RyanMcManus1993
    United States3 years ago

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The show blends nerdy depth with humor, making complex RPG topics approachable.
The host dynamics and guest spotlights are often a highlight, though some episodes attract critical feedback on topics or tone.
Listeners appreciate the practical gaming insights and candid banter.
A mix of strong opinions and occasional controversial takes can be polarizing for some.

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Worth the Wait? - Nerdcognito Episode 298
Q: Yang, any final things that you want to throw out there?
We're live until October 30 at about 4 PM; check it out.
Worth the Wait? - Nerdcognito Episode 298
Q: Yang, what do you think about this?
Totally true; in 5th Edition, it's very possible for an optimized party to defeat a boss in one round.
Edition Wars: The Cut Line - Nerdcognito Episode 297
Q: If you could draw a line in the sand and say, this is where we are staying, what edition is your cut point?
Bert expresses a preference for drawing the line after the release of Dark Sun, before Skills and Powers.
Does Your Game Flow? - Nerdcognito Episode 284
Q: How important is it to keep forward momentum going at the table?
It is crucial because if a party starts chasing their tail, it can lead to stagnation and potentially end the game.

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What is Nerdcognito about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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