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Wandering DMs

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5th Edition D&D
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Original D&D
Gary Gygax

Dan "Delta" Collins and Paul Siegel host weekly discussions on topics relating to old school D&D, tabletop RPGs, DM advice, and D&D history.

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Dan and Paul discuss the many ways they've brought tactical combat to life at the tabletop over decades of running Dungeons & Dragons and other RPGs. From classic wet-erase mats and gaming paper to elaborate 3D terrain, projector systems, and modern ... more

Dan and Paul discuss diseases in D&D and other fantasy roleplaying games. From the surprisingly extensive disease rules found in the earliest editions of D&D to the colorful afflictions found in Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay, how have RPGs handled sickn... more

Paul & Dan are joined by Matt Finch of Mythmere Games to chat about the competing motivations when using legendary references from the real world in your fantasy campaign world. How much do we want players to feel a deep-seated sense of recognition f... more

Dan and Paul discuss the role of physical size in D&D. From adventures set in giant-sized environments to scenarios where player characters are magically shrunk, changing scale can completely alter how players experience the game world.

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Matt Finch
Mr. Matt Finch of Mythmere Games
Mythmere Games
Episode: New Worlds & Ancient Myths | With Matt Finch | Wandering DMs S08 E18
Chris 'Directsun'
Puzzle designer and game creator
Directsun Games
Episode: Puzzle Dungeons | Chris “Directsun” on Designing Meaningful Puzzles | Wandering DMs S08 E03
Keith Ammann
author of The Monsters Know What They're Doing series
self-published author
Episode: Making Enemies in D&D | With Keith Ammann | Wandering DMs S07 E36
Shannon Appelcline
D&D historian and author of the upcoming four-volume set on Dungeons & Dragons
DriveThruRPG
Episode: Dungeons & Dragons Origins | With Shannon Appelcline | Wandering DMs S07 E34
R.A. Salvatore
New York Times best-selling author, known for the Drizzt series and other fantasy works.
Episode: R.A. Salvatore | The Finest Edge of Twilight | Wandering DMs S07 E32
Luke Gygax
Award-winning designer and publisher, founder of GaryCon
Episode: Luke Gygax | GaryCon, Greyhawk, Gyzaengaxx, and More | Wandering DMs S07 E31
R. Alex Murray
One of the cast members of Twenty-Sided Tavern, a live theatre D&D show.
Twenty-Sided Tavern
Episode: D&D Twenty-Sided Tavern | D&D as Live Theater | Wandering DMs S07 E15
Bill Webb
Head of Necromancer Games
Necromancer Games
Episode: Bill Webb! | Necromancer Games | Wandering DMs S07 E14
Adam Rutskarn DeCamp
Author of the Chocolate Hammer gaming blog
Episode: Rutskarn’s Gambit | Creating Political Intrigue with Boot Hill | Wandering DMs S06 E30

Hosts

Dan Delta Collins
Host of Wandering DMs; co-host with Paul Siegel; frequent contributor and design discussion lead.
Paul Siegel
Co-host and discussion facilitator; long-time contributor to campaign and design conversations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • An Awesome Resource

    An excellent resource for OSR products, new developments, TTRPG history, and dungeon mastering techniques, presented with casual conversation and interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanTheGM
    United Statesa year ago
  • These guys are great. Very knowledgeable, fun-loving, never in it to shame people who play differently. A great resource for "old school" ideas.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PunkRNdad
    a year ago
  • Can’t Fast Forward

    Not sure what service this pod is using but in most services, I cannot fast forward. Congrats on that… but ANY podcast that disallows fast forward/skip whatever, is dead to me. Will never listen to this show. Bye

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Guy Gax
    United States4 years ago
  • Nothing Else Like It

    The combination of topics, interviews, host publications, and “thought-provoking discussions” make this the greatest show in old-school D&D

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiHONdee
    United States4 years ago
  • Great old school D&D show. Informative and entertaining.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Sebastiandm
    4 years ago

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Accessible yet thorough—good for both newcomers and veterans.
Engaging, thoughtful, and deep dives into OSR and early D&D history.
Great chemistry between hosts and a balance of nostalgia with critical analysis.

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#207
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Apple Podcasts
#241
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R.A. Salvatore | The Finest Edge of Twilight | Wandering DMs S07 E32
Q: What is your take on the evolution of athletes and how it compares to your writing?
He discusses how the evolution of sports and training influences the way he portrays characters and their skills in his books.
R.A. Salvatore | The Finest Edge of Twilight | Wandering DMs S07 E32
Q: How do you maintain fidelity to D&D rules in your writings?
Salvatore attempts to keep his work consistent with current D&D rules while reflecting on his preferences and adjustments in the writing process.
R.A. Salvatore | The Finest Edge of Twilight | Wandering DMs S07 E32
Q: What does it mean for your character, Breezy, to grow up with such famous parents?
Salvatore explains how Breezy faces expectations and the challenge of proving herself. The book delves into her journey and the exploration of these themes.
Dungeons & Dragons Origins | With Shannon Appelcline | Wandering DMs S07 E34
Q: What compelled you to take on this colossal project in the first place?
DriveThruRPG wanted a detailed history of classic D&D projects for their relaunch, which spurred the project.
Making Enemies in D&D | With Keith Ammann | Wandering DMs S07 E36
Q: How is your book on monsters different from previous works?
The new book is a system-agnostic toolbox for designing original homebrew monsters for various roleplaying games, not just a detailed how-to on running combat encounters in D&D 5E.

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What is Wandering DMs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran hosts explore old-school D&D, OSR design, and table-top RPG history with a focus on early editions, artifacts, and dungeon mastering craft. Episodes mix analysis of classic modules, game mechanics debates, convention play, and live design experiments, often pairing historical context with practical DM tips and friendly banter. Notable throughlines include balancing mystery and power in early rules, how treasure and psionics shaped play, and the evolving OSR community's approach to publishing, crowdfunding, and live demos. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy thorough design critique, nostalgia, and actionable DM guidance, delivered with a collaborative, conversational tone that balances depth and accessibility.

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1. Matt Finch
2. Chris 'Directsun'
3. Keith Ammann
4. Shannon Appelcline
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