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The Ultimate RPG Podcast

James D'Amato
Game Design
TTRPG
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Ttrpgs
Storytelling
Actual Play
Tiktok
Transplaner RPG
Tabletop Rpgs
RPG Design
Dungeons and Dragons
Horror
Creativity
Tales Yet Told
Dungeons & Dragons
Die
Children's Fantasy
Storytelling In Games
Godkiller RPG
Dark Fantasy

James D'Amato, the creator of One Shot and Author of The Ultimate RPG series for Adams Media invites you to join him in getting to know some of your favorite creative people by listening to them create. Every other week he invites a new guest to discuss their latest work and creative process before joining him in a character or worldbuilding exercise from the Ultimate RPG series. Gain insight and ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes35Founded2 years ago
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James is joined by Jess Fink in a discussion about erotica, the vulnerability of fanfiction, and processing trauma through turning it into fiction. In the worldbuilding half of the episode, they create a magical sci-fi villain with a... more

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James is joined by Alan Linic in a discussion about improv comedy, flaws in different improv scenes and schoolings, as well as Alan's new show on the One Shot Network, Roll for Recall. In the worldbuilding half of the episode, they c... more

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James is joined by Jacob Pauwels in a discussion about the origins of his series, Roll for Sandwich, and the cookbook that the series birthed. In the worldbuilding half of the episode, they create an epic fantasy villain who can be b... more

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James is joined by Sam Sorensen in a discussion about his game Cataphracts, wargames and the humanity and unintentional storytelling that can appear in them. In the worldbuilding half of the episode, they create a fictional death wor... more

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Recent Guests

Jess Fink
Illustrator and cartoonist known for Chester 5000 and We Can Fix It
Self-employed/Independent Publisher
Episode: Episode 35 - Erotica and Graphic Novels with Jess Fink!
Alan Linic
Writer and sketch comedian based in Los Angeles
Self-employed / Roll for Recall
Episode: Episode 34 - Improv Comedy and Pillarball with Alan Linic!
Jacob Pauwels
Creator of Roll for Sandwich, D&D food content creator
Roll for Sandwich / Adventures in Ardea
Episode: Episode 33 - Roll for Sandwich with Jacob Pauwels!
Sam Sorensen
Game designer, writer, editor; focuses on tabletop RPGs
Episode: Episode 32 - Wargames and Death Rituals with Sam Sorensen!
Austin Walker
Guest designer and co-host on related shows
Possible Worlds (and related projects)
Episode: Episode 31 - Tournament Arcs with Austin Walker! Part 2
Jim Butcher
Author of The Dresden Files
The Dresden Files (books)
Episode: Episode 29 - The Dresden Files and Magic Arias with Jim Butcher!
Valiant Dorian
Guest, game designer and performer
Independent game design, Whole New World
Episode: Episode 28 - Whole New World with Valiant Dorian and Poorna M!
Poorna M.
Guest, TTRPG designer and performer
Weave Games, Loves on the Cards, A Statue in Time
Episode: Episode 28 - Whole New World with Valiant Dorian and Poorna M!
Meghan Cross
Indie game designer focused on solo and GM-less games
Episode: Episode 27 - Solo Games and Unique Mechanics with Meghan Cross!

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James D'Amato
Host of The Ultimate RPG Podcast, active in One Shot Network and Adams Media projects

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Gannon Reedy episode!!

    I've been waiting for this! Thanks James! Wonderful podcast, love to listen as a pro game designer and a hobby ttrpg player/GM!

    Apple Podcasts
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    3rinerin
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful, design-forward conversations that are great for creators.
Guests bring deep expertise and actionable insights for indie publishing.
Production-focused episodes offer practical tips for running groups and shows.
Engaging world-building exercises; hosts create a collaborative vibe.

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#154
Russia/Leisure/Games

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Episode 35 - Erotica and Graphic Novels with Jess Fink!
Q: Jess, for folks who might not be familiar with you, who are you, what do you do?
I am an illustrator and cartoonist known for Chester 5000 and We Can Fix It, and I also publish various queer erotic romance stories within Smutpeddler anthologies, pursuing art that blends playfulness with serious themes.
Episode 33 - Roll for Sandwich with Jacob Pauwels!
Q: How has diversification across platforms affected your career?
Broadening presence beyond TikTok to YouTube and other platforms provided stability and reduced risk if one platform falters, allowing sustained growth and revenue streams.
Episode 33 - Roll for Sandwich with Jacob Pauwels!
Q: What were the biggest challenges in transitioning from content creator to published author?
Navigating the publishing contract, aligning with a publisher that understood the niche, and coordinating a long development timeline while continuing to create content and manage family life.
Episode 31 - Tournament Arcs with Austin Walker! Part 2
Q: How do you imagine the nation-state dynamics influencing tournament participation?
The conversation explores how generations of training, secrecy, and ideology shape who competes, who trains whom, and how outcomes reshape global power structures and policy within the tournament world.
Episode 31 - Tournament Arcs with Austin Walker! Part 2
Q: What is Ephemera and how does it change the flow of play?
Ephemera are consumable, sentence-based tools that players use to push their goals; they can be used a limited number of times and are meant to add depth to character progression without overpowering other mechanisms like Dreams.

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A vibrant interview-driven series that centers on creators at the crossroads of game design, storytelling, and world-building. Guests range from indie RPG designers and publishers to authors and educators, with frequent deep-dives into design philosophy, production realities, and the craft of making engaging actual-play content. Listeners get practical insights on building systems, balancing player agency with narrative constraints, and navigating indie publishing, crowdfunding, and community engagement. The show often pairs high-level design talk with hands-on world-building exercises and real-world career guidance, making it valuable for aspiring guests, creators seeking visibility, and sponsors looking for thoughtful, creator-focused con... more

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7. Valiant Dorian
8. Poorna M.

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