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So You Wanna Be a Dungeon Master

Taylor & Justin
Dungeons & Dragons
Teenage Heroes
Worldbuilding
Mythos University
Magic Items
Blade Singing Wizard
Summoning
Kids On Bikes
Player's Handbook 2024
Game Mechanics
Chronergy Wizard
Gravitergy Wizard
Ocean Township Mall
Homebrew Magic
Necromancy
Retconning
Portal
Bastions
Warlock (D&D 5e)
Collaborative Storytelling

Tips and tricks to be the best Dungeon Master you can be! Taylor and Justin bring you into the world of Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGs through this educational and comedic podcast. Weekly episodes will cover a wide array of themes and topics. And along the way, they fall victim to the disruptive, yet hilarious, tangent. So grab your armor, sharpen your blade, and pack your spellbook... it’s t... more

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This week we’re taking the road less traveled, off the beaten path. We’re ditching the main plot and we’re hitting the side quests! They’re not new, side quests have been around forever. But how do Dungeon Masters successfully navigate the detour and... more

In Episode 4 the waiting room is FULL of Kuo-toa from Shadow Island and the gossip is spreading throughout the hospital! Dr. Biddle, Dr. Thomas, and Raph have to navigate a busy hospital while getting down to the bottom of what's really going on at S... more

This week we’re going over the littlest of guys, whether they’re familiars, companions, or mounts, we’re discussing how Dungeon Masters can use Pets! Large, small, for combat or for fun, Pets come in all shapes and sizes, so let's jump right into it!... more

Episode 3 of OOPS All Healers doesn't take place in the St. Iyengar Research Hospital, but instead in Sewer City beneath the streets. Dr. Jelani, Dr. Teo, and Raph are helping out at a pop-up clinic to serve the people there. But an ordinary day of c... more

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Recent Guests

Insha Fitzpatrick
Author and game designer; writer of The Practical Guide to the Supernatural and related works
Author/Creator
Episode: Ep.130 - Getting into Character w/ Insha Fitzpatrick
Robbie Landis
Homebrew designer, DM, co-host/creator behind Cloaks & Capes
Cloaks & Capes
Episode: Ep.129 - Homebrew Mastery w/ Robbie Landis
Adrian He-Innie
Leo Diaz, outfitted in detective/conan-style gear
Dungeons & Degrees Podcast
Episode: Ep.5 It's just like Sailor Moon! | Kids on Jetskis | KOB Actual Play
Alex Teatime RPGs
Dessa Bonetti, magical ally
AlexTTRPGs
Episode: Ep.5 It's just like Sailor Moon! | Kids on Jetskis | KOB Actual Play
Dan Plotnick
Tina Plotnick, camp counselor
Episode: Ep.5 It's just like Sailor Moon! | Kids on Jetskis | KOB Actual Play
Thomas Watkins-Hoskings
Caleb Stitch, archer
Episode: Ep.5 It's just like Sailor Moon! | Kids on Jetskis | KOB Actual Play
Dan Kok
Friend of the channel, professional game master, designer
Start Playing Games; College of Creation; Kids on Jetskis
Episode: Ep.119 - Homebrew Help w/ Dan Kok
Millie Odegard
Professional dungeon master on Start Playing Games; guest on the episode
Start Playing Games
Episode: Ep.118 - Hard Mode DMing w/ Millie Odegard
Kyle Jacobs
NPC character; troubled by the group
Sheriff's Department contact
Episode: Ep.1: Not Cool Enough for Murder | Kids on Jetkis | KOB Actual Play

Hosts

Taylor
Co-host, leads discussions, guides conversations; host of the show; active in topic selection and facilitation
Justin Gagliani
Co-host, provides examples, reactions, and leads narrative segments; frequent host in discussions and live play formats

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Love for Tales of the Valiant(classes,Subclasses)?

    Loving the show, long time listener, I liking the class episodes, hoping you get to the Koboldpresses classes and subclasses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrgrimm23
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing content creators

    I know them from TikTok and was thrilled to hear they had started a pod cast. They always have very entertaining context and great advice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alessandro Bovoso
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing and informative

    This podcast is not only helpful for beginner DMs, but they are funny AND respond to their emails and messages on social media 👍

    Audible
    5
    Richard Holley
    United States2 years ago
  • A fantastic resource and entertaining

    If you’re looking for advice on GMing, I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leshback
    United States2 years ago

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Polished hosts with deep knowledge of RPGs and practical DM tips
Community-focused and approachable with clear safety-minded guidance
Great guest interviews that add real-world perspectives for GMs
Consistently entertaining with solid RPG education for new DMs

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Ep.129 - Homebrew Mastery w/ Robbie Landis
Q: What is a piece of homebrew you regret or have had to rein in, and what did you learn from that process?
He recalls a wand that could cheese through traps by transforming players into cheese; after seeing how powerful it unintentionally became, he rewound and limited it, illustrating the importance of playtesting and moderation in homebrew design.
Ep.129 - Homebrew Mastery w/ Robbie Landis
Q: What sparked your interest in theater and how did that influence your approach to D&D and DMing?
Robbie explains his theatre background gave him a love for storytelling, character interaction, and performance; those skills translated into DMing as a way to shape narratives and evoke emotion, making players feel connected to the game world.
Ep.113 - Failing Forward w/ ACLawrence (of Dungeons & Degrees)
Q: How do the hosts view the value of DMing compared to being a player?
They emphasized that DMing provides a broader appreciation for the craft, teaching pacing, collaboration, and mediation, and that trying DMing—even briefly—helps players understand the complexity of running a game and improves storytelling for everyone at the table.
Ep.113 - Failing Forward w/ ACLawrence (of Dungeons & Degrees)
Q: What was Adrian's first memorable tabletop experience and how did it shape his later involvement in the hobby?
Adrian described a dark early experience with rats as a traumatic first campaign, which initially turned him away from D&D but ultimately led him back to the hobby in college, where he rebuilt trust in the community and began forming his involvement in content creation and collaboration with others.
Ep.116 Character Arcs w/ Alex Teatime
Q: How do you approach crafting and sustaining a character arc, particularly for a high-status or wealthy character like Dessa?
The guest emphasizes starting from flaws, allowing gradual change, and collaborating with the GM and other players to create a trajectory that isn't railroaded. They advocate for in-character vulnerability, visible consequences, and planning session zero with possible future shifts to keep the arc believable and engaging.

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This show blends practical how-to for running tabletop RPGs with lighthearted banter and nerdy humor. Across episodes, it frequently covers game mastering fundamentals, encounter design, world-building, and system-specific tips (notably D&D 5e), often with a focus on safety, pacing, and player agency. Guests tend to be seasoned DMs, game designers, or industry educators who bring concrete techniques, real-world play experiences, and actionable ideas for running varied campaigns. A standout aspect is the duo's chemistry and willingness to tackle both core mechanics and creative storytelling, sometimes incorporating live-play elements or deep dives into niche topics like cosmology, monster design, or homebrew systems. Potential listeners shou... more

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2. Robbie Landis
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