Reading D&D Aloud
Ben RiggsIt's like Bible study for D&D fanatics! Slaying the Dragon author and historian Ben Riggs & TRPG scholar Dr. Scott M. Bruner read and analyze the most sacred texts of Dungeons & Dragons (from original edition rules to modern adventures)! They are often joined by special guests, including current and former Wizards employees, contemporary academics, and modern designers, to meditate on the inspirat... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 80 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesLeisure | |||
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Like a street corner pharmacist , they get you hooked with the free taste of Reading the DMG then moved it to Patreon. The other content is pretty ok, but it’s not quite the same as that first hit of the DMG.
Apple Podcasts5VaTechNut
United States5 months ago - Pros and cons
If you are looking for amazing luminaries in the field talking about what it was like to create the systems and work at TSR, you will find it approximately every 4 episodes. If you are looking for discussions of the minutia of the 1st edition DMG, take what is already there, because it disappeared behind a paywall. Be prepared for regular laughter at and personal attacks on “Uncle” Gary Gygax, even when those luminaries attempt to stop or defend him. There are amazing discussions that happen, bu... more
Apple Podcasts3Wisearse1United Statesa year ago - THE BIBLE STUDY FOR D&D FANATICS
If you like Slaying the Dragon, Playing at the World, or Dangerous Games you’ll love this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5JohnIsCoolAndHasFriendsUnited Statesa year ago - Is this parody?
I had to listen just to find out if this show was like the onion or Babylon Bee. These people manage to find racism behind every door and use weasel words like “problematic” to paint a much loved fantasy game into some silly, white supremacy simulation.
The game is none of those things. You can’t draw comparisons between fantasy races and real world ethnicities without being racist yourself. You intellectual midgets are drawing comparisons between goblins and African Americans with a straight ... more
Apple Podcasts1Bukakke BrianUnited Statesa year ago - RD&DA makes my week better
There’s nothing better than grabbing a cup of coffee and meditating on D&D and the nature of tabletops in general. As someone who is here for the digressions I love RPGs as a jumping off point to talk about history, business, human nature, and sometimes bbq.
It really does have the feel of a D&D session in that we get together for the game, but there’s so much more to talk about.
They do read from the text sometimes and I can’t wait for them to get through the guides so that I can start playi... more
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This podcast centers around the exploration and analysis of the foundational texts and adventures of Dungeons & Dragons, engaging in a thought-provoking examination of the game's history, development, and cultural impact. The hosts often feature significant guests, including designers, authors, and past employees of Wizards of the Coast, who contribute insights into the evolution of tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). Conversations cover a wide range of topics, from game mechanics to narrative structures and the philosophical implications of role-playing, making it a rich resource for enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The unique blend of scholarly discussion and casual banter adds depth and entertainment to the analysis of D&D's sacred tex... more
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