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Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff

Kenneth Hite and Robin D Laws
Role-Playing Games
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Peggy Guggenheim
The Sullivanians
Holiday Party Games
Loveland Frogman
Folklore
Pythagoreans
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American Revolution
William Stukeley
The Paradox Of Choice
Horror Films
Ulfberht Swords
Yellow King Role Playing Game

Podcast by Kenneth Hite and Robin D. Laws

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In the Gaming Hut Ken recaps his just-concluded, seven year long FALL OF DELTA GREEN campaign.

At the behest of beloved Patreon backer Sam Harris, the Culture Hut reveals why there had to be two separate blues titans named Sonny Boy Williamson.

The... more

At the behest of beloved Patreon backer Manfred Gabriel, the Gaming Hut shows how to keep the heat on the PCs when they’re on the run.

Whether he’s a legend, an alias, a symbol, or as in Ballad Hunters, a supernatural being, the Mythology Hut knows ... more

The Gaming Hut entertains a salty take as we wonder whether GMs who say rules don’t matter are actually using them in the first place.

Beloved Patreon backer Pagurus unrolls a Cartography Hut segment on maps and deception, as revealed in Mark Monmon... more

The Gaming Hut takes you through the process of devising a supporting cast for a Page Turners scenario.

At the behest of beloved Patreon backer bt, the Crime Blotter ponders the ritual significance of the flower-bedecked effigy at the funeral of Chi... more

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Recent Guests

Tristan Zimmerman
Game designer and writer, Ballad Hunters designer
Pelgrane Press
Episode: Episode 688: Earthquake Marriage
Matt Orr
Designer and publisher at Wet Ink Games
Wet Ink Games
Episode: Episode 674: As I Used to Pronounce It
Elliot Davis
Emerging game designer focused on solo roles and romantic RPGs
Episode: Episode 668: Skating and Painting
Pat Mooney
Co-founder of Flagbearer Games
Flagbearer Games
Episode: Episode 664: Oxford, Another University
Stacy Muth
Impresario behind the Any Awards
Episode: Episode 662: Scuttlebutt City
Dan Harms
Cthulhu Mythos scholar and author of various related books
Episode: Episode 634: Jurisdiction Over Pretend Securities
Craig Campbell
Game designer known for creating various role-playing games
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Episode: Episode 632: An American is Being Wrong
Keiron Gillen
Renowned comics writer and game designer, known for his work on 'Die'.
Image Comics
Episode: Episode 629: Laugh With You Near Them
Molly Tanzer
Author and contributor to sword and sorcery fiction
Episode: Episode 627: The Dream of All Arts

Hosts

Robin D. Laws
Writer and game designer; co-host specializing in game design theory and narrative analysis
Kenneth Hite
Game designer and writer; co-host with a focus on history, conspiracy, and genre writing

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 364 ratings
  • Found this podcast via the Monster Man podcast and am listening from the beginning (13 years after recording!) Interesting (mostly) discussions on not just RPGs but also history, cinema and pop culture.

    In this episode Robin talks about (what was then) the new game Hillfolk, Ken defends a zealous christian sect, and they both discuss RPG design.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Stanton Drew
    10 months ago
  • Ken and Robin Rock

    This podcast always has one segment that feels like it was aimed at me. The other segments always are interesting also. These two fine fellows are real gamers and well versed in the rest of the world. My gaming and game design is all the better for being a listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeffSiadek
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great for GM’s and history/occult research fans

    Great podcast for everyone playing any kind of roleplaying game, as well as fans of genre film, history, history of the occult, conspiracies, and elliptony!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JacobBoersma
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • Always insightful

    It seems that surely everyone in the gaming community subscribes to this by now by in case they don’t - this is not to be missed. Ken and Robin are both amazing game designers. The standard format is to have 4 segments on a rotating series of topics (or “huts”) - starting almost always with the Gaming Hut, but among their many huts you’ll find Conspiracy, Elliptony (crazy theories), Espionage, Cartography, Film, and Food.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hyper_lexic
    United States4 years ago
  • This is my favorite podcast. It feeds my imagination every time.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ALTechguy
    4 years ago

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Broad topic range with deep research and witty banter.
Good for new GMs and seasoned designers alike, especially fans of history and conspiracy themes.
The show blends humor with substantial design ideas, though some episodes lean into politics for some listeners.
Enthusiastic, insightful analysis of RPG design and storytelling.
High regard for hosts' expertise and ability to explain complex topics clearly.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#72
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#121
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#133
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#93
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#144
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#203
Germany/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 688: Earthquake Marriage
Q: What makes Ballad Hunters stand out as its own genre or subgenre within Gumshoe?
The game diverges from core Gumshoe by using a compact seven-ability framework, a strong emphasis on the Compass Verse, a built-in singing mechanic, shorter adventures, and a tutorial structure that guides both players and GMs into a historically grounded, folkloric investigative experience.
Episode 688: Earthquake Marriage
Q: So Tristan, how did Ballad Hunters come to be and how did you come to this concept?
Tristan describes how his interest in songs coming to life evolved from Shanty Hunters, the Child Ballads premise, and iterating on a Compass Verse mechanic to empower players with a lyric-based tool that threads mystery, clues, and ballad magic into a gumshoe investigation within a shorter play window.
Episode 681: Space Oprah
Q: What is your number one tip for a first time GM running for a group of experienced GMs?
The number one tip is that every player at your table... wants the game to succeed.
Episode 668: Skating and Painting
Q: Why would anyone make a solo role-playing game? What's the purpose of that?
I think that the pandemic in the last five years, people are lonelier than ever.
Episode 668: Skating and Painting
Q: Where do you see yourself in the panoply of romance game designers?
I think that in terms of romance games, the big inspiration for me was Star Crossed by Alex Roberts, which is Titan of the Field.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff

What is Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran game designers and writers explore tabletop RPG design, history, and culture with a wide-ranging, humor-filled format. Episodes often alternate between practical GM guidance, design theory, and deep dives into topics like conspiracy lore, film, food, and historical oddities, all treated through a game-design lens. The show is known for its rotating segment structure and breezy banter between hosts who bring decades of industry experience, making it a love-it-or-lose-it listen for both hardcore GMs and curious general audiences. Notable strengths include deeply researched, cross-disciplinary digressions and accessible onboarding for new GMs through offbeat examples and approachable intro adventures, plus frequent sponsor mentions... more

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7. Craig Campbell
8. Keiron Gillen

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