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The Ultimate RPG Podcast

James D'Amato
TTRPG
Storytelling
Ttrpgs
Actual Play
Transplaner RPG
RPG Design
Dungeons and Dragons
Horror
Creativity
Tales Yet Told
Die
Children's Fantasy
Storytelling In Games
Dark Fantasy
Godkiller RPG
Natural Magic
New Gods
Community In Rpgs
Game Accessibility
Kieron Gillen

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 monthlyEpisodes26Foundeda year ago
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LeisureComedyGames

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The second part of the interview with Tyler Crumrine.

In this episode, James talked to Tyler about how things are done at Possible Worlds Games compared to the publishing industry at large. In the worldbuilding half of the episode, ... more

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James is joined by Tyler Crumrine in a discussion about his career before Possible Worlds Games, the pivot to designing TTRPGs as a career post COVID, and the future of Possible Worlds Games as a publisher of both known and emerging ... more

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James is joined by Taylor Moore in a discussion about the formation of the Kickstarter workers union and how one organize a union, the appeal of audio as an art form, the relationship between the actual play performer and editor, as ... more

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James is joined by Sharang Biswas in a discussion about what defines a game designer, teaching game design, as well as the role and influence of sexuality in his games. In the worldbuilding half of the episode, James and Sharang crea... more

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Recent Guests

Gannon Reedy
The game master on the show Gutter and formerly of Neoscum.
Episode: Episode 22 - Horror in Actual Play with Gannon Reedy!
Aram Vartian
Podcast producer, photographer, and designer; creator of God's Fall
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Episode: Episode 21 - Collaboration and The Rise of PDFs With Aram Vartian!
Dr. Emily Friedman
Literary historian and associate professor of English, focusing on cultural production and actual play in TTRPGs
Episode: Episode 20 - Preservation and Studying Actual Play with Dr. Emily Friedman!
Sam Leigh
Tabletop RPG designer and editor, known for solo RPGs and short-form videos about indie RPGs.
Blinking Birch Games
Episode: Episode 19 - TTRPG Reviews and Corporate Horror with Sam Leigh!
Kienna Shaw
A writer, designer, and co-curator of the TTRPG Safety Toolkit
TTRPG Safety Toolkit
Episode: Episode 18 - Solo TTRPGs and Abandoned Circuses with Kienna Shaw!
Jeff Stormer
Podcast creator and host, known for exploring creativity through role-playing games
Party of One Podcast
Episode: Episode 17 - The Evolution of Actual Plays with Jeff Stormer!
Viditya Voleti
Award-winning game designer, writer and educator
Episode: Episode 16 - Unfinished Games and Adrenaline Junkies with Viditya Voleti!
Sean Foer
TikTok personality, Game Master, and designer specializing in tabletop role-playing games.
Episode: Episode 15 - Anti-Gatekeeping TTRPGs and Game Editing with Sean Foer!
Ryan Mossberger
Content creator known for D&D memes and TikTok videos
Episode: Episode 14 - D&D Memes, Expanding Your TTRPG Horizons, and Grimdark Godlings with Ryan Mossberger!

Host

James D'Amato
Host and game master, known for exploring creativity and engaging with various creative individuals from the tabletop RPG community.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 12 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
    5
    3rinerin
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations with a diverse range of guests.
Overall, feedback indicates a positive reception, particularly toward the explorations of community and storytelling within RPGs.
The creative exercises are a unique highlight, providing practical insights into RPG creation.

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Talking Points

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Episode 18 - Solo TTRPGs and Abandoned Circuses with Kienna Shaw!
Q: Is there a role that you see yourself as primarily and is there one that you prefer to hold?
I primarily see myself as a writer and narrative designer, but I also actively want to improve my design skills and push boundaries.
Episode 18 - Solo TTRPGs and Abandoned Circuses with Kienna Shaw!
Q: What is it about the solo and two-player space that draws you in so much as a designer?
I enjoy the introspection and intimacy aspects, getting players to think about themselves in character and out of character.
Episode 18 - Solo TTRPGs and Abandoned Circuses with Kienna Shaw!
Q: What is your approach to anticipating the creative interaction that certain members or the audience at large is going to have with the game?
I think a lot about the empty spaces that are left behind and how game mechanics act as my proxy, guiding players through limitations while providing spaces for creativity.
Episode 17 - The Evolution of Actual Plays with Jeff Stormer!
Q: If Breeze finds their fan letter to Rathole in the future, what will their reaction be?
Initially embarrassed about their younger self's ambitions, but they would eventually realize they need to teach the next generation those same lessons of rebellion and creativity.
Episode 17 - The Evolution of Actual Plays with Jeff Stormer!
Q: After 10 years with the podcast, how have your ambitions shifted around your project?
I feel my ambitions are larger than ever, focusing on not just being notable within the gaming community but reaching audiences that have never encountered tabletop RPGs.

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2. Aram Vartian
3. Dr. Emily Friedman
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5. Kienna Shaw
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7. Viditya Voleti
8. Sean Foer

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