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Mage: The Podcast

Mage: The Podcast
Mage: the Ascension
World Of Darkness
Umbra
Werewolf: the Apocalypse
Memory
Changeling: the Dreaming
Fomorians
M20
Dreaming
Void Engineers
Books Of Magic
Sekrana
Nightmare Realms
Spirit Gates
Penumbra
Moon Bridges
Chulorviah
Gnosticism
Victorian Age
Bizarre Tales and Unusual Characters

A podcast dedicated to exploring the Mage: The Ascension, a role-playing game (RPG) based in the World of Darkness.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes357Founded8 years ago
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Adam, Jenna, and Pooka take a gleeful ride through The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, celebrating its pulpy charm, wild 80s style, oddball science, and Mage-ready Etherite energy. They cover what works, what wobbles, how to “... more

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Truth Until Paradox

Pooka and T.L. Webb crack open Truth Until Paradox, Mage’s first fiction anthology. They chat why tie-in stories matter, then speed-tour 17 wildly uneven, very ’90s tales—Technocracy vs Traditions, Nephandi schemes, HIT-Marks, od... more

The most powerful skill in Mage is uncovered at last.  Join Adam and Pooka as they lay bare the stone cold facts about Stone Lore.  The mystic qualities of malachite, how to use Stone Lore in your games and the merits of marrying Spanish dancers are ... more

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Once again, we’re going back in time to PAX Unplugged 2024 and a series of interviews conducted by Terry Robinson. This installment features five conversations with various folks in the gaming space. We hope you get some joy and wisdom out of these c... more

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Recent Guests

Eloy Lasanta
Noted game designer and developer in the RPG industry.
Third Eye Games
Episode: PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 2
Chris Pramas
President and Founder of Green Ronin Publishing, involved in multiple notable RPGs.
Green Ronin Publishing
Episode: PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 2
Eric Portnoy
Enthusiast and organizer for the Alexandria RPG Library.
Alexandria RPG Library
Episode: PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 2
Jason Cordova
Designer best known for "Brindlewood Bay."
Episode: PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 2
Spencer Campbell
Indie tabletop RPG creator, known for Lumen games.
Episode: PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 2
Steven Koontz
Creator of Fifth Conspiracy
AED Publishing
Episode: PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 1
Stefan Karten
Collaborator on Mage 20 System Reference Document
Episode: Community Roundup July 2025
Lee Webb
Author of the Darkness Over Dallas series
Episode: Community Roundup July 2025
Mark Hope
Co-author of the Book of Common Magicks
Episode: Community Roundup July 2025

Hosts

Adam
Host of Mage The Podcast; frequent moderator and lore expert.
Pooka
Co-host and recurring host; versatile with lore and humor.
Terry Robinson
Host with long-running involvement and deep WoD knowledge.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 286 ratings
  • Epic world of darkness podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Panagiotis Skordas
    10 months ago
  • More than just a podcast

    This show is amazing! I have always been a big fan of the Old World of Darkness games, and while Mage (the Ascension) may have its flaws, this show does not. Required listening in my humble opinion. The recent episode with Sebastian Noh made me cry a little at the end.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parky2001
    South Koreaa year ago
  • Made me a bigger fan of Mage.

    I came into this show as an overall World of Darkness fan (with special love for Wraith) and only a passing knowledge of Mage. I picked out a few random episodes here and there for books I remember from back in my peak WoD days…and before I knew it was listening to every new episode that came out. Now I’ve gone back to the beginning and hitting up the complete back catalogue. Great hosts. Great conversations. Very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoeStranger2113
    United States2 years ago
  • Idk why the host covers books they obviously hate. It just makes the entire episode feel like its not worth listening to.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    james
    2 years ago
  • Great for diehards, not so much for casuals/beginners

    So I’ve been listening to Terry and Adam for awhile and I just have a few simple takes for them. TL,DR: get your audio balanced, stop reviewing WoD books like college essays, Embrace the Gothic Punk and heavy subject matters.

    First. You guys are not coming in at the same volume and it’s very frustrating to dial up and down when I’m driving to and from work, so just that little bit of audio editing will do wonders.

    Second. I don’t think you need to be this scrutinizing about your WoD book revie... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RATZGobbler
    United States2 years ago

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

Loyal fan base appreciates historical context and interviews with designers
Engaging deep dives into Mage lore and WoD connections
High-quality guests and thoughtful discussions with strong host dynamics
A few listeners want more beginner-accessible content and tighter audio balance

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Apple Podcasts
#185
Austria/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Stone Lore
Q: What if we treat stone lore as a mythic thread instead of a skill?
Stone lore can be treated as a mythic thread, allowing effects to be coincidental that might otherwise be vulgar without needing to spend experience points on a skill.
Stone Lore
Q: Can you give us a quick reference for stone qualities?
The Geologist's Primer provides a compilation of materials and their magical properties headers, which can be reviewed for quick reference.
PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 1
Q: What does the Bodhana Group do?
The Bodhana Group specializes in using tabletop role-playing games and tabletop board games in therapy, education and skill development.
PAX Unplugged Conversations, Part 1
Q: What is Fifth Conspiracy?
Fifth Conspiracy is a collaborative storytelling tabletop role-playing game where the belief shapes reality.
Making Sense of the Digital Web
Q: How does current technology such as search engines, large language models, etc., interact with the digital web?
The digital web largely exists as its own realm, with limited overlap with the actual internet. However, a character could create a digital entity that functions similarly to a real-world search engine, gathering and caching data from the web, creating opportunities for interaction.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mage: The Podcast

What is Mage: The Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Mage: The Ascension and its World of Darkness lore, often pairing deep rules deep-dives with interviews and roundtable discussions about related RPGs, settings, and historical materials. Recent episodes blend book reviews, setting explorations, and designer interviews, with a notable emphasis on lore, game mechanics, and how different World of Darkness realms intersect with Mage. A standout trait is its partnership between two hosts and guest experts who bring a mix of design insight, historical context, and practical play ideas, making it especially valuable for storytellers and long-time fans seeking deeper immersion and campaign hooks.

Listeners may find the show particularly appealing if they enjoy detailed worldbu... more

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1. Eloy Lasanta
2. Chris Pramas
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8. Lee Webb

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