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Talk of the Table

Many Sided Media
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Tabletop Role-Playing Games
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Game Design
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Tabletop RPG Community
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Talk of the Table is a TTRPG talk show where hosts Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty talk with game designers, actual play producers, journalists, academics, artists, and performers about all the coolest things happening in the TTRPG community in an effort to understand what’s on the mind of the tabletop industry.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes82Founded3 years ago
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Brian and Elliot are joined by Tim Denee, a game designer who wears several creative hats in his making of projects like Deathmatch Island and the upcoming Blades ‘68. We dive into how Blades ‘68 expands on the beloved world of Blades in the Dark, wh... more

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Brian and Elliot are joined by Watt, the designer of Cloud Empress, to discuss designing inside established systems, Ghibli-inspired games, and their latest project Rust Wings.

Talk of the Table is hosted by Elliot Davis and Brian Flaherty.

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In the final episode of our Zine Month 2026 series we’re diving into the Mork Borg universe with two great takes on the Borg style.

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In the third episode of our Zine Month 2026 series, we are discussing deception, tarot, and jenga towers and how you can tell stories of corporate horror over Slack.

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Recent Guests

Tim Denee
Game designer, writer, and artist behind Blades 68
Blades 68 (Evil Hat)
Episode: Blades '68: One Hat At A Time (w/ Tim Denee)
David HK. Jackson
Creator of Dead Internet Theory
Episode: Murker of Morks & Dead Internet Theory (Zine Month #4)
Michelle Kelly
TTRPG designer and performer, creator of Lie to Him
Episode: Lie to Him & W.F.H. (Zine Month #3)
Dan Walter
Co-designer of Worry, Fear, Horror
Episode: Lie to Him & W.F.H. (Zine Month #3)
Tyler Palmer
Illustrator and collaborator on Worry, Fear, Horror
Episode: Lie to Him & W.F.H. (Zine Month #3)
Jon Boyle
Designer at Bright Bard Games
Bright Bard Games
Episode: Axolotl with a Gun & Blightfall (Zine Month #2)
Bri Dedanen
Designer and artist at Bright Bard Games
Bright Bard Games
Episode: Axolotl with a Gun & Blightfall (Zine Month #2)
Matthew Ayers
Game designer discussing 'Blightfall'
Independent
Episode: Axolotl with a Gun & Blightfall (Zine Month #2)
Dillin Apelyan
Designer of All's Fair
Episode: Be Wizards, Have Sex, F*ck Fascism (Zine Month #1)

Hosts

Elliot Davis
Co-host with a deep understanding of tabletop RPGs and a focus on storytelling.
Brian Flaherty
Co-host known for his dynamic interviewing style and creative insights in the TTRPG space.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • All about RPGs and Actual Play

    Great, light hearted and still very interesting and informative. If you’re interested in RPGs, especially from the indie scene and people playing them with an audience, don’t hesitate to lend Talk of the Table an ear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Holle reviewing
    Germany4 months ago
  • Consistently Inspiring

    One of my favourite podcasts talking about TTRPGs and game design. I am consistently inspired by the conversations, and have discovered so many cool artists and art through it as well! Several of my art projects both completed and in development wouldn’t exist without Many Sided Media!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    toesimpon
    Canada7 months ago
  • Invaluable & Thought-Provoking Conversations

    Every episode of Talk of the Table, I learn something about the craft of TTRPGs and/or actual play. The hosts are excellent interviewers and bring both knowledge and curiosity to these conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael R. Underwood
    United States2 years ago

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Many comment on the podcast's ability to inspire and showcase diverse voices in the gaming community.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative nature of the discussions, highlighting the blend of creativity and insight into TTRPGs.
Audiences find the hosts to be excellent interviewers who facilitate meaningful conversations about the TTRPG industry.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#101
Singapore/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#133
Ireland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#216
Norway/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#238
Russia/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Blades '68: One Hat At A Time (w/ Tim Denee)
Q: What distinguishes Blades 68 from classic Blades in the Dark in terms of play and tone?
Blades 68 keeps the crew-centric Blades loop but introduces a daytime, upbeat veneer, more hijinks, and a heavier emphasis on player-driven planning and unwind scenes, while still honoring the underlying truth of the setting and its darker history.
Blades '68: One Hat At A Time (w/ Tim Denee)
Q: How do you manage wearing so many hats on a single project?
I focus on one hat at a time, moving from design to layout to art direction, and then back again in a way that keeps each aspect coherent with the rest of the work.
Designing Cloud Empress & Rust Wings (w/ watt)
Q: Why do you prefer creating within existing systems instead of new ones from scratch?
Because system design is hard and there are already thousands of systems; building within them allows me to focus on narrative and theme while leveraging an established framework.
Murker of Morks & Dead Internet Theory (Zine Month #4)
Q: What are your thoughts on where the comedy comes from in the writing or the game design?
Nishaant explains that he infused comedy into game design because he believes RPGs should be about having a goofy time with friends.
Murker of Morks & Dead Internet Theory (Zine Month #4)
Q: What can people expect to find within the pages of Dead Internet Theory?
The adventure centers around a dungeon that is a cult enclave underneath a megachurch finance firm, featuring cyberpunk elements and conspiracy theories.

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This podcast offers engaging discussions centered around tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), exploring both the design and cultural impact of gaming experiences. With each episode, the hosts speak with a diverse range of guests, including game designers, performers, and academics, delving into various aspects of the TTRPG community's evolution. The conversations aim to illuminate innovative thoughts, artistic expression, and emerging trends in the industry. The podcast stands out for its focus on accessibility, collaboration, and the narrative depth of games, making it a must-listen for enthusiasts and newcomers to the tabletop gaming landscape.

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Talk of the Table launched 3 years ago and published 82 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Talk of the Table include:

1. Tim Denee
2. David HK. Jackson
3. Michelle Kelly
4. Dan Walter
5. Tyler Palmer
6. Jon Boyle
7. Bri Dedanen
8. Matthew Ayers

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