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RPG Reanimators

RPG Reanimators
Call Of Cthulhu
Delta Green
Role-Playing Games
Tabletop Rpgs
Alien
Nyarlathotep
Chariot Of the Gods
Queer Horror
Horror Rpgs
Ten Candles
Bedlam Hall
Character Development
Safety Tools
Cosmic Horror
Weyland-Yutani
Analog Horror
Unland
Teaching Rpgs
Impossible Landscapes
Chaosiumcon 2024

A discussion-based podcast for GMs where we break down horror ttrpg scenarios for systems like Call of Cthulhu and Delta Green, discuss what worked for us, what didn't, what changes we made while running them, and how it all turned out for the table. Additional special topics include general game philosophies, advice, and occasional actual plays.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes56Founded3 years ago
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In this episode, we continue our dissection review and reanimation advice for the campaign Impossible Landscapes written by Dennis Detwiller for Delta Green by diving into the second chapter A Volume of Secret Faces, as well as more E... more

Episode Notes

In this episode, we continue our dissection review and reanimation advice for the campaign Impossible Landscapes written by Dennis Detwiller for Delta Green by diving into the first chapter The Night Floors, as well as the first Exuen... more

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This episode marks the beginning of our dissection review and reanimation advice for the campaign Impossible Landscapes written by Dennis Detwiller for Delta Green. In this episode, we briefly summarize the campaign, discuss elements ... more

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For our Season 2 premiere, the Reanimators meet with Jason Cordova to discuss the analog horror TTRPG Public Access! We discuss the inspiration and design elements poured into the game, get some advice for new GMs and players looking ... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Cordova
Creator of Public Access, The Between and Brindlewood Bay
Gauntlet Publishing
Episode: S2:E1 – Public Access - Aberration with Jason Cordova
Marie Enger
Creator of Death to the Wizard Kings and Casket Land, comic book artist
Crown Studios
Episode: S1:E48 – Death to the Wizard Kings and Casket Land - Consultation with Marie Enger
Paul Fricker
Associate Editor at Chaosium and co-author on Call of Cthulhu 7th edition
Chaosium
Episode: S1:E45 – Exploring the Limits of Call of Cthulhu Scenarios - Consultation with Paul Fricker
Leslie Horn
Book coach, developmental editor, and YouTuber known as XPLovecat
Episode: S1:E44 – TTRPG Scenario Editing and Formatting - Consultation with XPLovecat
Hailey Piper
Award-winning horror author known for her work in queer horror literature.
Episode: S1:E41 – Queer Horror - Consultation with Hailey Piper
Todd Keisling
Horror author with works including Cold, Black, and Infinite.
Shortwave Publishing
Episode: S1:E40 – Manifesting Personal Horrors on the Page - Consultation with Todd Keisling
Jon Hook
A prominent fan of The Code and runs games
Modern Mythos
Episode: S1:E38 – The Code - Dissection with Jon Hook
Scott Dorward
Creator of the 'Unland' scenario
Independent RPG Writer
Episode: S1:E37 – Unland - Dissection with Scott Dorward
Richard Kelly
Creator of Cthork Borg and many other games
Kumada Games
Episode: S1:E34 – Cthork Borg with Richard Kelly - Aberration

Hosts

Lex
Host and co-host with recurring presence across episodes; central to game-mastering discussions and scenario analysis.
Nathan
Co-host focused on GM tips, scenario dissection, and hosting duties.
Alex
Co-host/editorial voice, contributes to scenario discussions and editing insights.
Holly
Co-host and GM with strong focus on player experience and safety in horror campaigns.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Great show!

    Even when they are talking about games that aren’t my bag, it’s always worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Bad Spot
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • How they make the sausage.

    I started listening to the backlog after the Jon Hook episode.

    Having played in the very session he was preparing for at Chaosium Con 2025, it was neat to pull back the curtain.

    Also playing in a wrestling Call of Cthulhu adventure with Molly at the same con, I can attest she’s a top notch player and really elevated the game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pez lover
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun show

    Neat to listen to what works & what doesn’t in modules, & funny stories of what went wrong in play sessions. Good audio quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Logical Eagle
    United Statesa year ago
  • A great resource

    This podcast is exactly what I’ve been looking for. Great discussions and ideas that really help the GM improve and run scenarios for Call of Cthulhu and Delta Green. They also provide some wonderful additional resources via their google drive. Love the format. Love the discussions. I hope they continue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KingKosmo92
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast - really nailed the keeper advice niche

    There are so many actual play podcasts out there and some of them are great but it’s refreshing to see a podcast aimed at actually improving the gaming experience for all involved. I’ve used a lot of what you guys have discussed in my games. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stevealmost
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Insightful GM-focused content with practical, actionable tips.
Guests bring diverse horror RPG perspectives and publishing experience.
Welcome transparency on how to run tricky scenarios.
Community-driven and helpful for GMs preparing for conventions.
High-quality discussions and solid production value.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#230
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#200
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#30
New Zealand/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#31
Poland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#54
Brazil/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#143
Brazil/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S2:E1 – Public Access - Aberration with Jason Cordova
Q: What about turning Public Access into a one-shot?
It can be run as a one-shot, but the creator notes that the game shines best with a campaign structure; for conventions or streams, they often approximate the campaign rhythm in a two-session arc, ensuring players experience the core mechanics and the Odyssey tapes while still leaving room to begin the next installment.
S2:E1 – Public Access - Aberration with Jason Cordova
Q: Can you talk about the system and the day/night move?
The system is PBTA-inspired, using moves like day and night to resolve risky actions or fears, with the keeper guiding the scene based on what the players declare they fear or expect to happen, and the consequences of those actions drive the drama; this structure supports a balance of tension and narrative agency.
S2:E1 – Public Access - Aberration with Jason Cordova
Q: What is Public Access?
Public Access is a tabletop role-playing game about a group of young people in 2004 who revisit a nostalgic, analog-horror setting around a mysterious TV station; the game emphasizes collaborative storytelling, memory-driven backstories, and mysteries that players collectively solve through a structured, yet flexible mechanic system.
S1:E44 – TTRPG Scenario Editing and Formatting - Consultation with XPLovecat
Q: What did you wish you knew when you were starting out in this profession?
I wish I knew that every person approaches the process differently and you need to adapt to the individual writer's style.
S1:E44 – TTRPG Scenario Editing and Formatting - Consultation with XPLovecat
Q: What major differences do you feel there are in approaching an RPG scenario versus having a novel?
The major difference is that when you're writing a novel, it is a prescribed story you are telling to someone, without accounting for player agency.

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What is RPG Reanimators about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A discussion-focused show for GMs that analyzes horror tabletop RPG modules and scenarios, with a strong emphasis on practical advice, pacing, and how to run games like Call of Cthulhu and Delta Green. Episodes dissect what works, what doesn't, and how to adapt material for different systems, often weaving in safety tools, player buy-in, and real-play anecdotes. Guests span authors, editors, and designers from indie and established publishers, contributing diverse perspectives on horror narratives, game design, and running memorable sessions. The show stands out for its hands-on GM tips, thoughtful scenario breakdowns, and a collaborative, community-driven approach to improving the tabletop horror RPG experience.

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Recent guests on RPG Reanimators include:

1. Jason Cordova
2. Marie Enger
3. Paul Fricker
4. Leslie Horn
5. Hailey Piper
6. Todd Keisling
7. Jon Hook
8. Scott Dorward

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