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“Over the last ten weeks I’ve binged this whole podcast (am I okay? Nope!) in preparation for running my first game and it has filled me with so many fun ideas. In the first episode they tell you to get a notepad to start writing down ideas when they sound good for your table. I thought ‘Meh, I’m...”Read full review »
Notstirred12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/24
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“I’ve been listening since the start, and I always get something from each and every episode. I’ve been playing D&D since the earliest version, but I always get ideas. Most importantly, I learn how to blend information from various editions to challenge my players, and how to confidently...”Read full review »
Sorcerer's Apprentice via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/23
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“I’ve been listening to this podcast for a while, and It’s helped me make wonderful and interesting worlds for my players to enjoy, and allowed my to make my adventures more enjoyable. Thank you so much for making this podcast!”
꧁ᴠɪɴᴄᴇɴᴛ꧂ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/23
“What a blessing this podcast has been for me as a new DM! This podcast shares such creative ideas to help keep your game interesting and fun! In my case, many times creative seeds were planted by the DM's Block team which allowed me to water and grow into my own ideas and produce fantastic...”Read full review »
Chumplestilskin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/22
“Absolute gold mine of information and ideas for DMs of all levels of experience.
Highly recommend that you keep a notebook handy because you are guaranteed to get inspiration from every episode. (If you listen to the early episodes you are 99.9% likely to want to incorporate a Food Mage somewhere...”Read full review »
Podge a la Yum via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/06/22
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“10/10. Wonderful. Amazing. Helpful. Inspirational. The guys do an amazing job helping to get all those creative juices flowing where they need to go. The guys have been with me for my long drive to work for years now, and have nearly caused some accidents as I get lost in the worlds they help...”Read full review »
Pwnhamma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/22
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“Just found you guys and trying to catch up on every episode thanks for keeping you podcast clean and family friendly!”
Seth the St Clair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/22
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“I discovered this show 6 months ago and have just completed the final episode. I spend most of my free time building sets/ maps/ and minis for a homebrew world. The time spent painting is split between listen to Critical Role, finding new game music, and the dungeon master’s block. Every episode...”Read full review »
Matte Gillard via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/25/22
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“*static* “I’m from the past writing from the future” *static* Glad I picked this podcast to listen to at work. I work 3rd shift on Semis so not only do I get learn from you guys, I get inspiration. Thank You! Really love you guys! Gonna be forever before I catch up, thank goodness you continue to...”Read full review »
DM Mantis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/22
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“Stumbled upon this podcast when frantically looking for help to run my first campaign. Started all the way back at episode 1 and have learned so much working through the archives. Thanks for the hard work guys”
Slim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/22
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“Having recently taken on the DM mantle for the first time, I find this podcast to be invaluable. Really gets you thinking about what you offer your players in the worlds that you have built together. Keep up the great work. DM Russ”
Zultar79 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/22/21
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“Very recent subscription but glad I found it.
Hitting the typical writers block of homebrew, I found myself void of my other resources I have drained then suddenly found myself in this block party.
It’s very nice jumping around to topics I need. With a vast selection of topics to pick from...”Read full review »
Dude55689999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/21
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“I’ve been listening for a few months now and recently reached episode 150 and am still working on catching up. However every episode just gets my creative juices going. I hadn’t yet found you on iTunes to review here, but here I am!
I am an American abroad, dming in my second language and I love...”Read full review »
JHeart45 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
08/25/21
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“I found out about this podcast from a Google search and it may have been the best decision I’ve made in years. I’ve been DMing for a couple years after a group of friends and myself discovered Critical Role and decided to give D”
FittyPeace via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/21
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“Great resource for DMs! But get a new catchphrase, guys. “…killing characters, lowering egos…” Doesn’t really fit the tone of the podcast.”
Apexü via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/21
“I've been listening to this podcast for over 5 years now and have gotten tons of inspiration and guidence by the hosts, Chris, Mitch, Neal, and all their guests. They have made me better DM and also better player! I wouldn't have had the courage or drive to DM or have my own DND actual...”Read full review »
Grey_Jedi505 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/21
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“Keep up the great world building material and useful tips, DMs Chris, Mitch, Neal and friends! You are always welcome at my table!
DM Sam”
samskull via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/21
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“Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 Thanks to this podcast I have had to get a lot more bags of holding to Carry all my new ideas
PS thank you for making a idea filled podcast that is just plan awesome 😎
It Is just so cool”
d&d is cool via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/07/21
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“This show, as the title states, has become essential to my DMing. This show not only gives absolutely fantastic DMing ideas, but also makes sure to remind us that as DMs it is ok to stumble and make mistakes. My favorite episode is ep. 100 - Confessions of a Struggling DM, where the guys have a...”Read full review »
ERIC THE DM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/21
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“Settling into my creaky computer chair, beard still damp from my shower, I plugged up the old iPhone and hit "play" only to be made gut-wrenchingly aware that I had somehow reached... the end? I'm caught up? How could the past few weeks of slipping into this comfortable, familiar...”Read full review »
DM LostBoy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/21
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“It’ll take you a while to even swipe through the episode list, let alone listen to it all, but it’s certainly worth every second. Every episode has SOMETHING you can take way, and with such a wide variety of topics you a certainly going to find several topics right up your DMing alley to spark...”Read full review »
DM Jazzy Jac via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/21
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“Most of my experience as DM I didn’t have a lot of information except for the books and I have learned a lot from this podcast and laughed a lot. There is on question that I wish you could address. Buying weapons and armor or speciality items. Does the dm just make up a stall where there are...”Read full review »
toasterlvr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/21
“That’s how it feels and this review Is well overdue, I’ve been playing about 25 years and got 5e back In 2015, so embarked on a quest to inspire myself to be a better storyteller and found this gold mine. For the past 6 years I’ve been noting ideas on my phone about things I wouldn’t have thought...”Read full review »
Freelancer blitz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/27/21
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“Going on that Atheist comment: I have an oath of Ancients Paladin who was atheist but accepted the gods were real. Up until he was petrified by a basilisk where he had a vision talking to Moredin who told him to talk with 6 other old gods and complete their trials. Well he later talked to the...”Read full review »
NikScott27 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/20
“I actually started listening to this podcast 2 years ago, back when I only tentatively dreamed of being a DM (as a woman, it is kind of an intimidating crowd to get into). Chris and Mitch gave me the tools and courage to start my own game, and Neil pushed me to step outside of my comfort zone and...”Read full review »
DoctorKat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/20
“Hello from Canada! I started listening to this podcast when I started my new job, and I absolutely love it! This podcast filled long hours of drafting with fun conversation. inspiration, and ideas that are reminding me to keep up the spirit of creativity and collaboration in my current campiagn....”Read full review »
Unovian via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/03/20
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“This podcast has been in my podcast app for a couple years and over that time has given my if not ideas on how to run my games but also inspiration and tips. I love the guests they have on and also love how each episode is on a particular topic that I can focus on if that’s on coming up at my...”Read full review »
Esc-artist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/20
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“I started listening to this podcast years ago when I started playing my groups weekly D&D games. Thanks to this podcast my interest peaked into DMing myself and dipping my toes into the life behind the screen. I have gotten so many useful tips and ideas from their wealth of fantasy/tabletop...”Read full review »
Ahie Wilson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/20
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“I’ve only been playing Dungeons and Dragons for about 2 years now, but my older brother, Dad, aunts and uncles played Advanced and 3.5. So I was practically raised on it.
I forget how I stumbled upon this podcast, but these fellow DM’s have helped me with every topic I could think of, from...”Read full review »
Za Marcus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/20
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“Delightful 5e DnD podcast. Would recommend.
The obvious troll is being obvious in their one-star “review” below, so you can safely ignore their weird tantrum.
Five stars. Two thumbs up! 👍🏾👍🏾”
JK_313 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/20
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“I loved the ocarina of time episode”
jeff libtard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/20
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“I have enjoyed listening to the font of knowledge these man bring to the table. But unfortunately I have to say farewell, we’re I thought this podcast could be an escape from the craziness of this world it has also raised it ugly head. I cannot support those who have been manipulated into...”Read full review »
mentalynsane via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/20
“I’ve been a DM on and off for around 15 years. No matter how much experience you have, it’s crucial to keep learning from other DM’s or players. This show is great. Entertaining, a great sense of humor, clever ideas throughout. And some absolutely genius concepts for episodes (“Let’s do an...”Read full review »
Bodiacos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/20
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“That’s right, I‘ve just caught up on all the episodes! And what a phenomenally brilliant resource this has been! I’ve been constantly drawing upon this well of wisdom and I’m pretty sure my players have reaped the rewards unaware.
I’ve greatly enjoyed this show, and I recommend it as often as I...”Read full review »
Slythytoves via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/20
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“Listening to this podcast always gives me new ideas for my game, either a) directly, because I steal lots of things these jokers bring up, or b) indirectly, because their discussions are great fuel for coming up with my own concepts. Thank you for the excellent work!!!”
Matt from Monster Island via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/20
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“Thank you for all the years of encouragement, great advice, brainstorming, and more! The forums are great, too. — Jen / Pixelscapes”
Crazed Artist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/20
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“I've been listening to DM's Block for a year or so now and am finally caught up from Episode 1. What a ride. I can almost hear DM Mitch's voice reading this review.
From the early episodes you can know that I have #foodmage, Flawful Jared, #MagicMark, and all the DMs etched in my...”Read full review »
Einarsen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/16/20
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“As an aspiring DM with her first campaign rolling out in about a month, this has been such a great resource for me! I was never really around people playing dnd, and so I never had the opportunity to understand what all goes into the process and what you can actually do with this game. Hearing...”Read full review »
Anon Amous II via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/20
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“This pod cast is great. It’s got inspirational ideas, helpful advice, interesting facts, and fun hosts and guests. To top it off all, these things come together in a way you can use in your players real imaginary lives. There early episodes are just as relevant as the current ones and I would...”Read full review »
Viv valore via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/20
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“I’ve never rated a podcast...EVER! I felt the need to do so because this podcast has pulled me out of so many idea droughts. The hosts are relatable, informative, and funny! It’s such an easy podcast to listen to.”
NicholasHaynesKY via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/20
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“This podcast is awesome for beginners and pros alike. I have learned so much from the hosts and enjoy the personalities they bring to the show. Keep on DMing!”
Jlanders ASPodcast via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/20
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“Took me too long to write this. Been listening for years. Sorry! I began this podcast soon after a certain online campaign relit my fire for DnD. I was going to start a club with students (because, you know, no one to play with) and was a bit overwhelmed and frankly, not up to the task...”Read full review »
MessiahMoose via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/20
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“I don’t do podcasts but I decided to look one up for some inspiration. I stumbled onto this one and I haven’t been able to stop binging them since. Great guests and fantastic ideas. Worst thing about being a DM is not being able to talk with others about great ideas because they are all in your...”Read full review »
Chaos Spiral via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/20
“There isn’t any reason why you shouldn’t listen, for players, it’s a wellspring of knowledge you can use to Metagame your way out of any situation, and for DMs, having a wellspring of brilliant ideas to make any RPG shine with narrative glory and the holiest of narrative progression: Character...”Read full review »
gephicka via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/19
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“As a fellow podcaster, I can tell how much joy and skill goes into the crafting of this show. As a fellow DM, I can tell how much knowledge and passion the hosts have for playing D&D. It’s outstanding. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”
Bartelou Tanner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/19
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“I heard recently that there were no more 5 star reviews for you all to shoutout on your podcast. That is ridiculous. I’ve been listening since I started as a DM and this podcast has gotten me out of so many instances of writers block giving me inspiration and great ideas to make my campaigns...”Read full review »
TheSilverWalnut via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/19
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“This show has fun personalitys, good content, amazing tips, and an excellent format. I am looking forward to shows from the mithril paradise.
I listen to this show while I work out, so I’m other words I lift weight while I lift weights. Thanks for the help with my heavy lifting, and with your...”Read full review »
BigChzBurger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/19
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“Work phone, who dis?
Got myself a new iPiece and figured I’d put it to some good use.
5 stars for the gents in behind Geek Wars and DMB.
Thank you guys for keeping my hobby alive in my mind during this tumultuous time that is young fatherhood.
Without your dulcet tones in my ears, week in...”Read full review »
DinosaurWhisperer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/19
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“These guys are a treat to listen to. Just one of their “top 10 list” episodes will give you enough brain-crack to keep you daydreaming about campaigns for an eternity. I’m on campaign #2 with my group, all thanks to the DMB!”
Superbuns via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/19
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