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Between Two Cairns

Yochai Gal & Brad Kerr
Role-Playing Games
Tabletop RPG
By the Light Of the Whispering Flame
Silverarm Press
Tide World Of Mani
Desert Moon Of Karth
Kickstarter
Worlds Without Number
Dungeons & Dragons
Gonzo Setting
Anomalous Subsurface Environment
Dungeon Module Ase-1
Hidden Hand Of the Horla
The Necropolis Of Nuromen
Destiny Of Kings
Monsters In Rpgs
Feedback In Game Design
Patrick Wetmore
Dungeon Design
Treasure Hunting

An RPG product review podcast, hosted by Yochai Gal, Brad Kerr, and (usually) Sam Mameli.

Each week we review a module or adventure. Visit our patreon to support the show and to receive bonus content!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes179Founded3 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Yochai, Brad, and Sam review Tiny Fables by Josiah Moore, and answer a mootsack question.

* Mootsack: How do you know what levels to design for?

* Weird stranger things ephemera

19:58 Mootsack

35:25 Main Review

1:07:26 Deep Dive

Season 5, Epi... more

Yochai, Brad, and Sam are joined by Liam Pádraig Ó Cuilleanáin to review Pollute the Elfen Memory Water by Michael Raston, and to answer a mailbag question.

* How do you do notes for prep and during play?

23:18 Mootsack

39:52 Main Review

1:13:24... more

Yochai, Brad, and Sam review Downward Spiral of the Lost by Pablo Dapena, and answer a mootsack question.

* How do you handle large amounts of gold in a dungeon?

12:34 Mootsack

29:02 Main Review

59:40 Deep Dive

Season 5, Episode 3: Downward Spi... more

JOIN US AT BETWEEN TWO CONS! 

Yochai, Brad, and Sam review B8: Journey to the Rock by Michael Malone in another Gamer Blast from the Past! Also, we answer a mailbag question.

* Should I bend the story to serve the narrative?

10:37 Mootsack

25:53... more

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Recent Guests

Liam Pádraig Ó Cuilleanáin
A writer of adventures and OSR games
Osraige Press
Episode: Pollute the Elfen Memory Water
Clayton Notestine
Blogger, Ennie Judge, known for the Explorer's Design template
Episode: Warped Beyond Recognition
Benjamin Marra
Illustrator, cartoonist, and RPG enthusiast
Episode: Dungeon Module D1-2: Descent to the Depths of the Earth
David Hoskins
RPG artist known for his artwork and collaborations in the RPG scene.
Episode: A Pound of Flesh
Daniel Kwan
Podcaster and RPG designer from Toronto, co-host of Asians represent.
Asians represent
Episode: Kidnap the Archpriest
Kelsey Dionne
Designer behind Shadow Dark and Arkane Library
Arkane Library
Episode: Jerimond's Orb
Andrew Walter
Artist and designer known for creating his own dungeon modules.
Episode: Many Gates of the Gann
Karl Stjernberg
Also known as Skullfungus, an RPG artist and mapper
Independent RPG creator
Episode: Bonepicker's Tower
JP Coovert
Talented artist known for his YouTube channel and RPG art
Dragontown
Episode: Cursed Scroll #1

Hosts

Yochai Gal
Host of Between Two Cairns
Brad Kerr
Host of Between Two Cairns
Sam Mameli
Usually a host on Between Two Cairns

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 356 ratings
  • The #1 Podcast on the Internet (According to Dads)

    Join two dads, Brad and Yochai (the titular cairns), as they teach their young skull boy, Sam (the void between the cairns), life’s important lessons through the medium of old-school-style table top role-playing game adventure modules. In these 60-90 minute (AKA a tight 45) episodes, they explore concepts important in both life and module production: art, writing, layout, and design. But the trio also go beyond the bounds of TTRPGs and discuss other important life topics: music (thank you Bobby!... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sepocsodielak
    United States18 days ago
  • Nice

    No need to roll; it’s all hits.

    With so many OSR (1st or 2nd edition D&D-style) dungeons and adventures, someone needs to go through and review them, and these three brave heroes are up to the task.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whimsicalrogue
    Canada21 days ago
  • Solid reviews from people who know TTRPGs

    The podcast provides great exposure to modules and systems that might be missed otherwise. The insight the hosts provide, especially when they don’t agree, are thoughtful and articulate. This is a great listen if you have a hard time describing your gaming likes and dislikes. Or you could take it as a preface to the true work of art that is the Brad Kerr Sign Off.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeStab
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Ur-Cast

    This is one of those podcasts that’s so good that you can listen and be entertained even if you don’t care about the subject matter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArborBarber
    United States3 months ago
  • I was grouchy and wrong; this podcast is jazz

    The spaces between the content are as important as the content. This podcast is TTRPG jazz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jthile
    United States3 months ago

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The community around this podcast appears to be friendly and inclusive, emphasizing a focus on creativity rather than gatekeeping.
Some reviews note the occasional meandering in discussions but still find value in the overall commentary and personal stories.
The dynamic among the hosts is often highlighted, with their banter enhancing the enjoyment of the content.
Many find the exploration of RPG modules both informative and entertaining, making this podcast a go-to resource for discovering new gaming content.
Listeners appreciate the humor and insightful criticism the hosts bring to their reviews.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#73
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#162
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#162
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#23
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#43
Italy/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#164
Australia/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Downward Spiral of the Lost
Q: Do you find this kind of logistical challenge to be fun and interesting?
Yes, these kinds of games are super fun. It's totally what old D&D was built for, as they involve problem-solving in a dynamic environment.
Seven Sealed Spirits
Q: If you want to play a tabletop role playing game, do you try and get a specific group of people for that game?
Players should curate based on mutual enjoyment, emphasizing fun with existing friends over adherence to particular game preferences.
Fragments of the Floating City
Q: How do you onboard new players for a single session into a pre-existing campaign?
The strategy is to provide them with the bare minimum information needed to understand the immediate situation their character is in, rather than delving into the lore and major players.
BSOLO Ghost of Lion Castle
Q: Power Wash Simulator 2's new soap mechanics. So hot or so not?
It's a fun addition, and I look forward to diving into it on the sequel.
BSOLO Ghost of Lion Castle
Q: Do you think understanding the original rulesets helps understand the OSR play style?
Yes, it helps appreciate modern game design and gives a sense of what it was like to play back then.

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4. David Hoskins
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