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Mage: The Podcast

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

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes351Founded8 years ago
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Leisure

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Adam and James walk you through the Digital Web books. Then James discusses topics to consider when taking your players to the digital realm. Where is it in the Mage cosmos? How do you get there? How do you move around and work magick? What might you... more

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What hath Empire wrought? Pooka and Jenna poke at that question today as they open up the supplement Weird Wonders and Revolutionary Magicks for Victorian Age Mage. The book features dozens of items, rotes, and story hooks, and while your mileage may... more

Ever wandered into a garden so beautiful you forgot the way out? 🌿 In this week’s Mage: The Podcast, Adam explores The Gardens of Inn — a mysterious, decaying fae realm from the OSR classic by Emmy Allen — and shows how it can bloom in your Mage: Th... more

Howdy, Mage fans! Adam and Pooka are back with big news, a new Changeling magic book, and invites to TryItCon2: TerryCon and PAX Unplugged. This time they dig into The Crow, from comic grief to film justice, goth rain, Brandon Lee, and Mage-style ide... more

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Recent Guests

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
David Lewis
Co-author of the Book of Common Magicks
Episode: Community Roundup July 2025
Jiba Anderson
Author of the Bata'a chapter for Mage 20 book, Forbidden and Forgotten Orders
Onyx Path
Episode: Interview with Jiba Anderson on the Bata'a
Atalanti Evripidou
Writer for tabletop role-playing games and researcher in social psychology.
Author of Sisters of Hippolyta
Episode: Interview with Atalanti Evripidou on the Sisters of Hippolyta
Satyros Brucato
Veteran game designer and contributor to the Mage: The Ascension series who has authored several core books and now discusses his work on Forbidden & Forgotten Orders.
Episode: Satyros Brucato Interview on the Solificati
Rachelle Udell
An active contributor to Mage and game design, focusing on the N'Goma within Mage lore.
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Episode: Rachelle Udell Interview on the Ngoma
Kim Godwin
Author of the Kapaluwe chapter in the upcoming book, Forbidden & Forgotten Orders
Onyx Path
Episode: Kim Godwin Interview - Forbidden and Forgotten Orders

Hosts

Adam
Host known for insightful commentary and extensive knowledge on Mage: The Ascension.
Pooka
Co-host and friend of the show, providing humorous and engaging perspectives on the game.
Unknown Host
Hosted various episodes, known for occasional insights into the show's community culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 284 ratings
  • Epic world of darkness podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Panagiotis Skordas
    7 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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The community engagement and involvement of knowledgeable guests are often highlighted as standout aspects of the podcast.
Listeners praise the in-depth exploration of lore and game mechanics, often finding the discussions both informative and engaging.
Some feedback suggests that while the show is valuable for veteran players, new listeners might find some content a bit overwhelming.
There is a strong appreciation for the chemistry and knowledge between the hosts, which significantly enhances the listening experience.

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Apple Podcasts
#53
Denmark/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#250
Brazil/Leisure

Talking Points

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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.
Making Sense of the Digital Web
Q: What elements or themes of the digital web might be outdated but could still be fun in a contemporary game of Mage?
Ideas like virtual weight are outdated in today's context of storage technology, but can still be fun for scenarios where data storage is constrained. Holistic immersion is another element that ties back to older themes like die-in-reality but can add high stakes to gameplay.
Making Sense of the Digital Web
Q: How would you help a player that is struggling to think of an icon in the digital web?
You can suggest a button that makes an icon that looks just like them, create a theme that fits story constraints, or sit down and brainstorm with them to match their interests with their character's desires.
Reality Deviants Book Club: The Crow
Q: Where did the movie fall short?
Some tonal shifts felt awkward and certain moments could detract from the overall dark atmosphere.
Reality Deviants Book Club: The Crow
Q: What did you like about The Crow?
The gothic atmosphere and the soundtrack, which integrates perfectly with the story, coupled with the compelling performances of the lead characters.

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

The episodes revolve around the intricacies of the role-playing game Mage: The Ascension, set within the expansive World of Darkness universe. With a focus on its deep lore, storytelling, and gameplay mechanics, discussions frequently explore historical aspects of the game, various supplements, and adaptations from other media, such as film and literature. Unique segments highlight community engagements, interviews with guests who contribute to the game's evolution, and personal anecdotes from the hosts, creating a vibrant dialogue for both long-time players and newcomers.

Listeners can expect a mix of critical analysis and entertaining banter as hosts dissect complex themes such as colonialism in Victorian narratives, the significance of ... more

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1. Stefan Karten
2. Lee Webb
3. Mark Hope
4. David Lewis
5. Jiba Anderson
6. Atalanti Evripidou
7. Satyros Brucato
8. Rachelle Udell

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