
Follow the Leader is an actual play podcast with a focus on telling character-driven stories through the use of GMless tabletop games where we can all take the lead. We’re an LGBTQ actual play podcast that uses collaborative storytelling and world-building to create satisfying story arcs with a colorful cast of characters across different settings and genres. With stories ranging from fantasy to s... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 353 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Categories | ImprovGamesLeisureComedy | ||||

Originally streamed on twitch.tv/standingstonesprod
Join August, Danielle, Dirk, Izze, Koda, and Schrag as we play In Dreaming Avalon by Vincent and Meguey Baker.
Ningal is played by August.
Felix is played by Danielle.
Jinx is played by Dirk.
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Originally streamed on twitch.tv/standingstonesprod
(NOTE: Danielle's audio is missing from the first bit of this recording, but that gets rectified and they are audible for the rest of the recording.)
Join August, Danielle, Dirk, Izze, Koda, and S... more
Join special guest Jeff Stormer, August, Danielle, Koda/Jade, and MK as we play Canon/Eyes by Jeff Stormer.
The world around you is weirder and more wonderful than you ever imagined.
Aliens? Real. Time Travel? Real. Bigfoots? Real.
Superheroes? Re... more
Join special guest Jeff Stormer, August, Danielle, Koda/Jade, and MK as we play Canon/Eyes by Jeff Stormer.
The world around you is weirder and more wonderful than you ever imagined.
Aliens? Real. Time Travel? Real. Bigfoots? Real.
Superheroes? Re... more
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the swath of guest access, thematic output, great personality, and production value on this AP is miles ahead of where it stands in the rankings. WAY more people should be on this train.
Follow the Leader is a show that's really committed to doing TTRPGs right. Right by participants, right by listeners, right by the games. The whole cast models good collaborative behavior. The show is funny when it's time to goof, it's serious when it's time to have feelings, and it showcases some fascinating games that I'd otherwise not have encountered.
For those unfamiliar with Follow the Leader, here is the premise: a group of friends play GMless games together, each using their own cast of original characters. Every "arc" is a new story, a new game that explores the relationships and worlds of these characters. Sometimes, arcs will exist within the same "universe", and therefore be stand-alone but connected adventures. Other times, the arcs exist as flash-in-the-pan one-offs, brilliant nonetheless. I have been listening since this show start... more
This is the podcast that made me really believe in, and be able to envision, roleplaying games without a GM. Here's some cool nerds with good ideas playing games where they tell stories and build worlds together, and it's great!
There‘s an approach to gaming and storytelling here - partially necessitated by the GMless focus - that is so interesting and so thoughtful. I‘ve found out about a few great games from this already, by listening to people talk through weird and emotional stories with them, and I expect many more. Also the theme song‘s very soothing :) Thanks for a lovely listen!
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This actual play podcast centers on collaborative storytelling and character-driven narratives using GMless tabletop games. Episodes showcase a diverse range of genres, including fantasy, science fiction, and horror, making it accessible to a wide audience. The hosts involve a colorful cast of characters, fostering engaging interactions that explore themes of identity, belonging, and representation, particularly within LGBTQ narratives. Its unique approach not only highlights the mechanics of tabletop role-playing but also emphasizes emotional depth and character development, creating rich story arcs that captivate listeners.
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