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The Hideous Laughter Podcast: A Pathfinder Actual Play

Hideous Laughter Productions
Pathfinder
Skulls and Shackles
Pathfinder 2e
Undead
Darrow
Skull and Shackles
Dungeons and Dragons
Tidewater Rock
Grindylow
Mutiny
Skull & Shackles
Besmara
Grindylows
Man's Promise
Combat
Deepmar
Fungal Flesh Golem
Piracy
Pirate Olympics
Pirate Life

Season 2: An actual play Pathfinder 2E podcast playing through Skulls and Shackles! Season 1: An actual play Pathfinder 1E podcast running a gothic horror themed campaign - Carrion Crown!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes587Founded8 years ago
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With a potential new alliance brewing with Tessa Fairwind, the crew begins to offload their plunder and prepare for their next journey. What awaits them back on the open ocean? Tune in now!

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Our heroes get the inside scoop from Free Captain Tessa Fairwind. Do they have what it takes to make a powerful ally in their quest to become Free Captains themselves? Tune in now!

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With their seabane stones attuned, our heroes plan their next move and finally set sail again! What new adventure awaits them on the open sea? Tune in now!

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With Ghoral-Rey secured, our heroes begin to clear out the treasure and research their seabane stones. With the brain they receive in the library guide them to successful attune with these powerful artifacts? Tune in now!

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Recent Guests

Adam Kelly
Creative Director and CEO of Strange Table Fellows Network
Strange Table Fellows Network
Episode: Zone of Truth Episode 154
Rick Sandidge
Co-founder and primary GM at Find the Path Ventures
Find the Path Ventures
Episode: Zone of Truth Episode 153
Captain Meryl Pegsworthy
A former Grey Corsairs officer turned pirate, known for his peg leg and strong moral code against slaving.
The Bodaventure
Episode: S&S Episode 38 - The King of Sting
Badger Medlar
A crew member who falls overboard during the storm.
Wormwood ship
Episode: S&S Episode 10 - Storm Over Function

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 389 ratings
  • Good show

    Love these guys

    Very funny and very good role play. Excellent story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josiebeara
    United Statesa year ago
  • Gets annoying

    EDIT 2: I just can’t do it anymore. Between the terrible rules he was making up on the fly during the manticore fight I could feel some tension at the table. It’s obvious they need to quit drinking. They’re young and this podcast just feels immature.

    EDIT: I REALLY hate the live studio audience. Stop treating this like your garage band’s jam session and actually take the recording seriously. You even said you bought higher-end equipment so it will sound better and you have you buddy just yelli... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rolth
    United States2 years ago
  • One of the best!

    Love the 2E content and the cast is so good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Murlay
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Crew.

    Does the show ever switch to Pathfinder 2?

    If so, what episode?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wormholer_joe
    United States2 years ago
  • Why did whit provoke?

    “When an effect forces you to move, or if you start falling, the distance you move is defined by the effect that moved you, not by your Speed. Forced movement doesn't trigger reactions that are triggered by movement. Some common causes of forced movement include the Reposition and Shove actions of Athletics. In the rare cases where it's unclear whether your movement is voluntary or forced, the GM makes the determination.” I grabbed this from archives of nethys. I’m not sure if you rule not swimm... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WarriorCatNoodle
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Some criticism centers on audio production choices and in-session dynamics, but positives dominate.
Fans praise the show for strong character writing and top-tier roleplay.
Listeners appreciate the tight adherence to Pathfinder rules and engaging banter.
Many comment on immersive world-building and replayable combat strategy.

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Apple Podcasts
#247
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#233
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#78
Germany/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#149
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#246
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#46
Mexico/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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NRFD Episode 2 - To Have and To Mold
Q: What happened to Delbina?
Delbina has been injured and infected with a brain mold and is experiencing severe trauma and memory loss.
NRFD Episode 1 - The Devil Wears Parchment
Q: What is the island like?
The captain informs that the island has a large palisade that houses the prisoners who mine crystals, and it is surrounded by lush flora and fauna.
Dream Council - Triumph of the Tusk Episode 36
Q: How did you feel about the different subsystems present in the adventure?
They were well-implemented and brought unique engagement to the gameplay, each contributing to the narrative without disrupting flow.
Zone of Truth Episode 153
Q: Rick, what's something you wish you knew before becoming a full time podcaster?
I wish I had understood how important sound treatment was for achieving good audio quality.
Zone of Truth Episode 152
Q: What is exciting to you about moving to an all-underground campaign versus an ocean exploration campaign?
As soon as a dwarf adventure was released, I was like, that's what I want to do on a pod.

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The show centers on a Pathfinder actual-play group with a pirate-themes backdrop, heavy on world-building, character banter, and tactical combat. Recent episodes emphasize monetizing loot, diplomacy, and long-term planning at sea, alongside macro lore about sea-bane stones, the Golgon pantheon, and political ties across ports. A strong element is in-character performance and crew dynamics, with occasional twists like alliances, relics, and ship upgrades driving ongoing campaigns. Fans likely appreciate meticulous rule discussions balanced with humor, lore, and immersive storytelling that makes you feel like you're at the table.

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