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The Between
Brindlewood Bay
Roleplaying Games
Trophy Gold
Public Access
Hargrave House
Character Development
The Vast Of Night
Game Mechanics
Pizza Time
The Undeniable
American Playbook
Trophy RPG
Arkham Herald
Cinematic Gameplay
Penny Dreadful
Red Rooms
Trophy Dark
Werewolf
Chuck E. Cheese

The Darkened Threshold is a tabletop roleplaying game podcast about the mystery and horror genres, with a specific focus on the games Brindlewood Bay and The Between

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Latest Episodes

Alex and Jason begin by talking about some games they've been playing, and then dive into the topic: The Trophy Gold Combat Roll Part 3: MONSTERS! They finish with some media recs.

Come hangout with Alex and Jason on Discord!

We're back! In this episode, Alex and Jason catch up on what they've both been up to the last few months, and then have a discussion about bizarre indie film, OBEX.

Jason's Ixaroth Struggle: drive.google.com/file/d/1xFGA2ahJaOh8_o9UK2w4PO... more

Public Access is coming to Kickstarter March 17th!

In this special podcast episode, Matt and Jason do a deep dive on Public Access—what it is, how it works, and how this edition differs from the version released in 2023. Then, Jason gets very perso... more

Opening Segment

01:05 - A surprise from The Between players

04:03 - The Lands Remaining stuff

Topic

08:00 - Being an effective Carved from Brindlewood player

Media Recommendations

45:10 - Dungeon Crawler Carl

46:40 - Searching for a Wor... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Cordova
Creator of Public Access, co-host of The Darkened Threshold
Brindlewood Bay / The Gauntlet
Episode: Public Access RPG Kickstarter Special

Host

Jason Cordova
Co-host and expert in RPG dynamics; frequent contributor with deep dives into game mechanics and campaign structure; central in Brindlewood Bay/The Gauntlet circles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Killer stuff!

    I love this show! Always insightful and animated, I really enjoy tuning in every week to hear about this unique branch off the PbtA tree. Public Access *rules*!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plushykat
    United States2 years ago

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Killer stuff! Highly engaging and insightful for indie RPGs and the Gauntlet ecosystem.
Great spotlight on niche games and crowdfunding stories that resonate with community builders.
Solid host dynamics and practical design takeaways for GMs.

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Apple Podcasts
#82
Italy/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#140
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#124
Poland/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#129
Finland/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#135
Sweden/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#188
Norway/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

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By Endurance We Conquer
Q: What makes By Endurance We Conquer different from other tabletop RPGs?
The focus on short, immersive experiences and the shared resource mechanics aim to enhance group storytelling and create a more intense emotional connection.
By Endurance We Conquer
Q: What is the premise of the game By Endurance We Conquer?
It revolves around a group of polar explorers who get trapped in ice and must navigate both the harsh environment and supernatural elements to uncover the mystery of their missing captain.

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What is The Darkened Threshold about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on tabletop roleplaying, with a strong focus on mystery and horror games such as Brindlewood Bay and The Between, while also exploring adjacent systems and mechanics through hands-on design discussions, run-throughs, and crowdfunding conversations. Episodes frequently blend game design theory with practical play insights, including cinematic gameplay, reincorporation, and GM tooling, often anchored by creator-driven perspectives and cross-series chatter. A standout trait is the collaborative, community-driven vibe, with guests who are deeply embedded in the Gauntlet and Brindlewood Bay ecosystems, plus a penchant for turning obscure or indie games into teachable case studies for both players and keepers. Listeners likely v... more

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1. The Lands Remaining Podcast
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3. Dice Exploder
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The Darkened Threshold launched 3 years ago and published 46 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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