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A D&D News, Reviews, Interviews, and Advice.

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In this episode Tracy, Jeff, and Eric discuss Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono.

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In this episode Tracy, Jeff, and Eric discuss Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman.

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In this episode Tracy, Jeff, and Eric discuss Shadowshaper by Daniel José Older.

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In this episode Jeff and Ismael talk about their games from July 2026.

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Ismael Alvarez on Twitter

Ismael Alvarez at Fat Goblin Games

NerdBirdsStudios Twitch Channel

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Recent Guests

Mike Shea
Friend of the show, creator of Sly Flourish, author and publisher
Sly Flourish
Episode: The Tome Show Presents Mike Shea: Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster
Mark Meredith
Contributor from the Dice Monkey blog with various writing credits
Dice Monkey/Dice Monkey Blog
Episode: Tome 400 The State of the Tome
Ishmael Alvarez
Social media manager and longtime community member
The Tome Show
Episode: Tome 400 The State of the Tome
Ryan Costello
Independent game designer and podcaster
The Tome Show panelist
Episode: Tome 400 The State of the Tome
Brandes Stoddard
Regular Tome Show guest, defender of the realm
Dimension 20, Worlds Beyond Number
Episode: Tome 397 2024 Monster Manual Part 19 Kenku are the Real Mimics
Jared Rascher
Guest from THAC0 With Advantage, voice/comments contributor
THAC0 With Advantage
Episode: Tome 397 2024 Monster Manual Part 19 Kenku are the Real Mimics
Rob Heinsoo
Co-creator of Thirteenth Age and former designer at Wizards of the Coast
Thirteenth Age
Episode: Tome 392 Adventures from Monster Lore
Adam Lee
Author and game designer, former lead at Wizards of the Coast
Mysterious Alchemy
Episode: D&D: Worlds and Realms (Tome Book Club)
Ismael Alvarez
Social Media Manager and Regular Guest
Episode: Tome 376 DMG 2024 update review

Hosts

Jeff Greiner
Host with long-running involvement across multiple RPG-focused shows and book clubs; frequent moderator and interview host.
Tracy Hurley
Co-host with deep involvement in book club episodes and Tome Show panels; known for community engagement and interview contributions.
Ismael Alvarez
Host/DM with multi-episode presence; contributes insights and community-building perspectives.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 275 ratings
  • Great Job!

    I love the edition wars series and that you decided to track the development of individual monsters. Thank you for doing this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    One Wise Dragon
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Job! (Plus research addendum)

    I love the edition wars series and that you decided to track the development of individual monsters. As the proud owner of both the Moldvay-Cook basic and the Rules Cyclopedia, I would like to add that the “subdued dragon must be sold” passage is corrected to “can be sold” in the latter product, which collects all of the basic/expert core rules (but sadly not adventures). I thought you might appreciate this information. Thank you for doing this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    One Wise Dragon
    United States9 months ago
  • 2024 DMG Review

    Really enjoyed the in-depth DMG review. It must have been a ton of work, but it made for great listening and I appreciate the nuanced perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    koga305
    United States2 years ago
  • Y’all’s Book Club Series is Trash

    If you didn’t like Perdido Street Station, and didn’t finish Perdido Street Station, then don’t post a book club episode titled Perdido Street Station. Doing so invites fans of Perdido Street Station to download the episode expecting a discussion of one of their favorite books, only to have their time wasted.

    The Edition Wars series is great though.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Joey Tux
    United States3 years ago
  • Essential listening!

    The longest running D&D podcast, with a little bit of everything for everyone. News, reviews, Actual Plays - they have it all, I started from the beginning back in the 4e days and have worked my way through all of it since!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Myincubliss
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Show is seen as a leading, reliable source for RPG news, reviews, and publishing industry insights.
Audiences enjoy diverse guests and practical GM tips, though some critique interview structure and pacing.
Listeners praise deep-dive mechanical analysis and thorough coverage of new Monster Manual updates.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#68
South Korea/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#144
New Zealand/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#213
Ireland/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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The Tome Show Presents Mike Shea: Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster
Q: What was the motivation behind rebranding from DM to GM, and how has the audience responded?
The shift reflected a broader view of game mastering across different RPGs, not just D&D. The audience embraced the broader focus, and the brand change aligned with community feedback and extended applicability of the content to many games.
The Tome Show Presents Mike Shea: Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster
Q: Why did you choose to make Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster system-agnostic when many readers expect system-specific guidance?
The eight steps are universal for prepping, running, and thinking about games, and Rise expands those ideas with lenses appropriate for various systems, campaign styles, and player preferences. It was about giving GMs a flexible toolkit rather than locking them into one system.
Tome 386 2024 Monster Manual Part 10 Genies Aren't Your Friend
Q: And also, Brandes, where can people go to find more of you?
You can find my work on brandesstoddard.com and my Patreon.
Tome 386 2024 Monster Manual Part 10 Genies Aren't Your Friend
Q: Where can people go to find more of you?
You can read old stuff that is getting further and further back on Gnome Stew and my blog whatdoiknowjr.com.
Behind the DM Screen (Oct 2023)
Q: What advice do you have for integrating a new player who's joining an ongoing campaign?
Consider using an amnesia background or collaborating with the new player on their character's backstory to help them feel connected and involved.

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The show focuses on D&D news, reviews, and practical game design, featuring deep dives into monster blocks, game systems, and campaign prep. Episodes regularly pair hosts with veteran guests from publishing, design, and streaming circles to dissect mechanics, lore, and campaign aids, often mixing in practical GM tips and industry perspective. Noteworthy strengths include long-running coverage of the 5.5/modern Monster Manual updates, in-depth tome reviews, and a pattern of bringing diverse voices (publishers, designers, and experienced GMs) to illuminate how rules interact with play. This mix makes it a strong resource for listeners who want actionable insights for running games, evaluating new books, or finding potential guests or sponsors... more

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