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Follow the Leader

Follow the Leader
Eyes On the Prize
Courtly Life
Protocol
Fantasy Regency
Dark Sentencer
Follow
Marriage
Cozy Town
Nephilim
Gossip
City Of Gulls
War
Kes
Gm-Less Tabletop Games
Hell
Mech Pilots
Chasing the Ace
Library
Follow By Ben Robbins
Mythology

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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes353Founded8 years ago
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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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(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.)

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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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Recent Guests

Hector Reyes Jr.
TTRPG game designer and actual play performer
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Episode: S9 - Episode 98.1 - Don't Think I Didn't Think About It

Hosts

Annya
Co-host of Follow the Leader
August
Game master and primary host

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • criminally underrated

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    borteez
    United States7 months ago
  • 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.

    Podchaser
    5
    octatonic
    5 years ago
  • An Extended Universe of Awesome

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    redtailedhawk90
    United States6 years ago
  • 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!

    Podchaser
    5
    worshipthesquid
    6 years ago
  • Cool folks cool games

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    worshipthesquid
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many praise the podcast for its collaborative approach to gaming, which emphasizes shared storytelling and creativity.
Listeners appreciate the rich storytelling and character development that depth is brought to the role-playing experience.
The humor mixed with emotional storytelling creates an engaging atmosphere that makes the episodes enjoyable to a broad range of listeners.
The inclusivity and LGBTQ representation resonate strongly with the audience, making it a welcome space for diverse voices.

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S8 - Episode 90.3 - We Were More Than Just Screams
Q: What is the first moment you knew who you were?
Edward reflects that it was when Chloe entrusted him with her secrets, realizing there were things more important than the rules they followed.
S9 - Episode 98.1 - Don't Think I Didn't Think About It
Q: How long have we been dating?
I think we've been dating for six months, and you are the reason I probably came to the event.
S9 - Episode 98.1 - Don't Think I Didn't Think About It
Q: Why do we keep clashing with one another?
We keep clashing because I have expectations of how the war should be that differ from how it actually is.
S9 - Episode 98.1 - Don't Think I Didn't Think About It
Q: How did you feel when you saw me at my most vulnerable?
I felt connected to you because I saw a softer side of you.
S9 - Episode 98.1 - Don't Think I Didn't Think About It
Q: When we stayed up until dawn, what did we talk about?
We discussed our dreams we may have outgrown, and the dreams we have now, and where we would go if we had a million dollars.

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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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