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Role Playing Public Radio

Ross Payton
Role Playing Games
Stonehell
Hole In the Sky
Dungeon Crawl Classics
Fall Of Delta Green
Red Markets
Game Design
Delta Green
Dungeons and Dragons
Art In Rpgs
Gencon
Heroin Trafficking
Yogg-Sothoth
Vietnam War
Patreon
Graphic Design
Cthulhu
French Student Riots
Cold War
Actual Play Podcasting

Commentary and Comedy Edition

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes434Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

I interviewed Rhodrick Magsino, author of ARKYVR at Gen Con 2025 about his new module. ARKYVR is a multimedia MOTHERSHIP 1E setting & toolkit to play documentary filmmakers in space. Equipped with only their camera gear, ARKYVRs will attempt to docum... more

We review Judge’s Guild Journal #18, d20 Kazakhstan for System Armageddon,, Atlas Shrugged the third movie, and Arkham Knight’s terrible batmobile. This is a classic episode from the archives of the RPPR Patreon, now with improved audio quality. Enjo... more

Red Markets 2nd Edition is holding an open beta playtest for all of 2025. Come discuss the ongoing process! The new edition of the Profit System is more concise, more vicious, and closer than ever before. A panel of the game’s creators will take ques... more

We review three RPG source books: Tarlkin’s Landing from Judge’s Guild, Earthshaker from TSR, and The Nightlife RPG by Stellar Games. We also discuss the gradual merging of bad movies like Samurai Cop and the Room into a schlock singularity and the f... more

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Ross Payton
Host and creator of various shows related to role-playing games, notably focusing on humor and insightful commentary on RPGs.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • RPPR is one of the highest quality actual play podcasts out there. The players are generally motivated and speak clearly. They clearly have fun in the game as well. One thing I dislike about some APs is the crew being too into themselves, or playing up to the audience too much. RPPR does not have this flaw. Their GMs have some insanely imaginative games, AND one of the GMs created the great game Red Markets.

    I highly recommend such games as:

    The Brutalists

    A Very Thorough Murder

    The Heroes... more

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    zerombr
    5 years ago
  • Miss the “skits”

    I found this podcast on Google (sorry Apple) and it has the older stuff. I loved the content until it suddenly switch format from parodies and skits to just another podcast of hosts talking. Went from something unique and funny to dime a dozen podcast format.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ShiningValor
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    I've been listening since it first started, years ago. It's great, the variety between different systems is awesome, and the overall cast is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Faloi
    United States6 years ago
  • RPPR Something for everyone, and everything great quality

    I started listening a few years ago because of some specific content that I was interested in. I have gone on to consume their entire library. There is enough variety to spark interest, and everything is good enough quality that you will find yourself enjoying things you would not have thought to listen to previously. On top of that, they have a good cast that plays well together and is interesting in their own right.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrownieMuffin
    United States6 years ago
  • One of the best table top RPG podcast out there

    I love this show. It’s I a chat show about table top roleplaying games. The format is that the host (Ross) invites a revolving cast of co hosts to talk with him about a single gaming related subject for about half the show. They then talk about what interesting nerd related media they have found recently and finally the end with a gaming related, almost always humorous, anecdote. Were friendly show with a wide verity of knowledgeable (many are gaming freelancers), funny co hosts how all veriti... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fridrik Bjarnason
    Australia7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and humorous take on tabletop RPGs, often highlighting the engaging discussions and insightful commentary on game design.
Critics have occasionally noted concerns about the length and structure of episodes, suggesting that some content becomes overly rambling or unfocused.
The strong camaraderie among the hosts is frequently mentioned as a positive aspect of the listening experience, contributing to a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#175
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#30
Colombia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#103
South Africa/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#174
Finland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#215
Israel/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#226
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Red Markets 2E panel at Gen Con 2025
Q: Do you think there will possibly be a major shift in the RPG scene, like the big honking book slowly goes away?
The big honking book has been the driver of sales and still is. The landscape and the attention economy for that is so condensed compared to what I initially came in to.
Tomas Härenstam CEO of Free League Publishing
Q: How do you decide what games to develop?
It starts with an idea, something we really feel we want to do, often sparked by personal favorites.
Tomas Härenstam CEO of Free League Publishing
Q: What is the philosophy of Free League games?
We create games that we want to play ourselves, starting from a place of passion.

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This podcast combines humor and insightful discussions around tabletop role-playing games (RPGs), focusing on various gaming systems, design challenges, and community engagement. The hosts frequently engage in anecdotes and critiques of past gaming experiences, exploring topics such as unique game mechanics, character developments, and industry trends. The lively discussions often incorporate absurd humor while addressing the complexities and nuances of the RPG landscape, making it a unique blend of entertainment and education for both enthusiasts and newcomers alike. With a format that includes interviews, audience interaction, and practical gaming advice, listeners are likely to find valuable insights into the world of RPGs.

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