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The Glass Cannon Podcast

The Glass Cannon Network
Pathfinder
Thinlands Farms
Gorgas
Glass Cannon Network
Christmas
Dungeons and Dragons
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Baldur's Gate 3
Kenebo the Slim
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Time For Chaos
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Varna
Betterhelp
2023 Highlights
Dungeons & Dragons
Cannon Fodder
Deadlands
Nighthold
Gorgo

Welcome to the Glass Cannon Podcast! In the spirit of old-school D&D, a collection of comedians, actors and super-nerds come together to create what is widely considered to be the gold standard of actual play podcasts. Interweaving immersive storytelling with irreverent, improvised humor, the Glass Cannon Podcast delivers, like no other, the experience of what it's really like to sit around a tabl... more

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Nelvin Lansingshire
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Episode: O Holy Knight | Shadowdark RPG Episode 7 | The Glass Cannon Podcast
Jack Brady
An intriguing NPC who becomes an ally.
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Jason Charles Miller
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Matthew Capodicasa
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Episode: Glass Cannon Radio #35 – The Final Episode! Featuring Tons of Special Guests
Erik Mona
Editor and publisher at Paizo
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Episode: Glass Cannon Radio #35 – The Final Episode! Featuring Tons of Special Guests
Robert Kerkovich
Guest player and contributor
Episode: Glass Cannon Radio #35 – The Final Episode! Featuring Tons of Special Guests
John Harper
Creator and writer of 'Blades in the Dark'
Game designer
Episode: Glass Cannon Radio #30 – Special Guest John Harper/Game Design/Crime Fiction
Seth Skorkowsky
The best tabletop RPG reviewer on YouTube and a fiction writer
Episode: Glass Cannon Radio #25 – Seth Skorkowsky/Project Hail Mary/D&D's Dark History
Brian Holland
Director of Marketing at Chaosium and Pendragon enthusiast
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Episode: Glass Cannon Radio #9 – Pendragon / Mad Max: Fury Road / Best Co-Op Games

Hosts

Troy Lavallee
Host and prominent figure in various campaigns, known for his humor and engaging storytelling.
Joe O'Brien
Co-host and producer, contributing to the narrative and comedic elements of the show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 7k ratings
  • Extremely talented group of gamers!

    Been listening since 2015 and they’ve stayed hilarious, imaginative and at the same time upgraded production scale tenfold, extremely talented! Too many shows/games of different varieties to count! Worth every penny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    okikalright
    United States13 days ago
  • I was worried this wasn't gonna be as good as the first gap but it absolutely holds up

    Podcast Addict
    5
    waitingconch
    15 days ago
  • Enjoyabke

    Easily one of the best actual play

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoizDot
    United States15 days ago
  • You should be listening to this

    Great actual play with a great cast. So many episodes, it will keep you busy for years

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marinerigger
    United States16 days ago
  • It’s a genuine delight.

    I jumped in to the Glass Cannon because they picked up the ShadowDark RPG, and now I’m inspired to listen to their other content. Fun crew with a great GM. Can’t wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    little_sage
    United States16 days ago

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The podcast garners praise for incorporating a mix of comedic elements with serious gaming narratives, creating a balanced experience.
Listeners appreciate the humor and camaraderie among the cast, often highlighting the engaging and lively storytelling.
The community vibe is positively noted, fostering connections among listeners who share similar interests in tabletop gaming.
Some listeners express frustration with occasional pacing issues or ad placements, indicating areas for improvement.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#3
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#14
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#4
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#11
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#13
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#67
United Kingdom/Leisure

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

You're the Meat | Shadowdark RPG Episode 4 | The Glass Cannon Podcast
Q: Did you hear, did we hear whimpering throughout the night?
From a distance, you couldn't hear anything until you were right up next to it.
You're the Meat | Shadowdark RPG Episode 4 | The Glass Cannon Podcast
Q: What do you want to do about the rats?
The party decides to try to knock them out with a sleep spell instead of directly confronting them.
And Men Plunder | Time For Chaos S3 E18 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep
Q: Were you certain, of course, that it was influenza?
His doctor said it was, but I had never been around many terminal influenza patients before.
And Men Plunder | Time For Chaos S3 E18 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep
Q: Did you see him in his last days?
I did, and he exhibited symptoms of influenza, but there were also some lesions on his body.
And Men Plunder | Time For Chaos S3 E18 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep
Q: Did he say anything to you at all? Did he speak to you of anything?
He would kind of have these visions of things that he saw from the expedition, but I just thought it was fever dreams.

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This show is an engaging blend of humor and storytelling that centers around traditional tabletop role-playing games, particularly with a focus on Pathfinder and Shadowdark RPG systems. The episodes showcase humorous interactions among a cast of comedians and passionate gamers, creating a dynamic atmosphere that mirrors a friendly game night. Unique elements include the exploration of various fantasy themes, character-driven narratives, and an emphasis on both immersive storytelling and improvisation. The cast tackles an array of adventures, from classic D&D tropes to unique homebrew stories, presenting a varied experience designed to entertain both casual listeners and hardcore tabletop enthusiasts.

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1. Nelvin Lansingshire
2. Jack Brady
3. Jason Charles Miller
4. Matthew Capodicasa
5. Erik Mona
6. Robert Kerkovich
7. John Harper
8. Seth Skorkowsky

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