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Dungeon Master of None

Robert Guthrie & Matt Drwenski
Dungeon Mastering
Dungeons and Dragons
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Role-Playing Games
Pathfinder
Open Table Gaming
One-Shot Adventures
Role Playing Games
West Marches Campaign
RPG Mechanics
Player Engagement
Star Trek Adventures
Star Trek
Adventure Writing
Dungeons & Dragons
Houston RPG Convention
Tabletop Games
Social Interactions
Rpgs
Game Management

A general interest podcast for fans of Dungeons and Dragons and RPGs

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes461Founded8 years ago
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Matt and Rob return to finding paths, reviewing Pathfinder #79 - #96: Mummy's Mask, Iron Gods, and Giantslayer. These adventures take us from the deserts of Osirion to the depths of Numeria's mysterious mountains and just about everywhere in between.... more

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2026 is here! And DMs Rob and Matt are here to answer your Dungeon Mastering questions.

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Matt and Rob look back on 2025 and talk about the highs, lows, and notable events -- of which there were many! We also look forward to 2026, and what's yet to come. Happy New Year everyone!

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The Seventh Day of Wizardsmas is here, and Rob and Matt are reviewing Astarion's Book of Hungers. Will it slate their DM bloodlust or leave them desiring more?

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Matt Shoemaker
Head of the Loretta C. Duckworth Scholar Studio and digital and web services librarian at Temple University.
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Episode: 373 - A Gathering of Gamers with Matt Shoemaker
Mason Allen
Sole designer of the Ivory Tower role-playing game
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Episode: 366 - Ivory Tower with Mason Allen
Jess Parks
Special returning guest sharing insights on tabletop RPGs
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Episode: TEASER - DM Clinic with Jess Parks
Olivia Hill
Creator and representative of I Hunt
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Episode: 351 - iHunt: Dollars and Draculas
Emily Graymore
TTRPG designer and podcaster
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Episode: 350 - Unbalanced Encounters!
Patrick Perini
Writer, storyteller, game master
Unbalanced Encounters
Episode: 350 - Unbalanced Encounters!
Ryan Keely
Known as America's favorite stepmom, she is a theater artificer on I Seduce the Dragon.
I Seduce the Dragon
Episode: 345 - DMofNone x I Seduce the Dragon!
Cristina Van Epps
Plays a deadbeat father character who's an alcoholic and a weretiger on I Seduce the Dragon.
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Episode: 345 - DMofNone x I Seduce the Dragon!
Chase Carter
Writer and commentator on board games and TTRPGs
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Episode: 328 - AI in TTRPGs with Chase Carter

Hosts

Rob
Co-host and Dungeon Master, providing insights into tabletop RPGs with a focus on player and game master experiences.
Matt
Co-host and experienced figure in RPG development, sharing valuable tips and discussions on game mastering and RPG culture.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 511 ratings
  • Eh

    Started with the 5E Heartbreakers episode and it was full of criticism of other people’s work that could all be applied to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    bigbee135
    United States8 months ago
  • Enjoyed but slightly gatekeepy and hypocritical

    I think these guys are very informed and resourceful - they clearly know a lot about DMing and they have a lot of relevant advice. However, I think, despite their professed attitude of inclusion to DMing in general, they ultimately come across aloof and snobbish when critiquing the DMing of others. It’s a useful resource for those who want to understand more about DMing, but they sometimes come across bitter when discussing DnD that’s in the mainstream.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Brent29145
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Opinionated fun

    Two knowledgeable and engaging hosts, always entertaining, never dull

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    londonpodfan
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Wait I listened to be asked to pay

    Listened in…. Thought it’s ok…. Then it shut down and asked for a cash outlay to listen to more…

    Get over yourselves, your not that good.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Does_not_play_well_with_others
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • No punches pulled!

    These guys give a great “no holds barred” look at the rpg hobby. They’re smart and experienced, funny and extremely interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bozo165
    United States2 years ago

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The hosts are viewed as knowledgeable and entertaining, though sometimes perceived as critical or gatekeeping.
There are critiques about their tone, with some feeling it can become negative when discussing mainstream D&D.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and practical advice offered for game masters and players.
The podcast is recognized for tackling contemporary cultural issues within gaming, making it relevant and thought-provoking for audiences.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#90
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#184
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#101
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#191
Germany/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#217
Italy/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#245
Australia/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

386 - Dueling DM Fops
Q: What strategies do you have to avoid calling a game if you don't feel like it's working?
Consider diversifying your games or taking breaks to recharge and keep sessions enjoyable.
386 - Dueling DM Fops
Q: How would you go about getting player buy-in to a fictional god or gods?
Start small by giving each player personal connections to a few gods to encourage buy-in without overwhelming them with lore.
361 - Letters from Orc City
Q: Should every encounter be scaled for party level?
The discussion centers on D&D systems where not all encounters need to be balanced as it can make the game more enjoyable and dynamic for the players.
361 - Letters from Orc City
Q: What is your gaming white whale?
Matt dreams of running a complete alternate universe history of the Battletech empire told through RPGs, while Rob wants to set a campaign where players discover they're in a simulation.
361 - Letters from Orc City
Q: How do you deal with scheduling issues with players?
Host Matt suggests putting the absent player's story aside and focusing on the game with those present. He emphasizes managing expectations and enjoying the game with the available players.

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