Episodes
So Dan & Al decided it was time once again to do yet another installment of the playlist! Featuring more Fates Warning, Iron Maiden, Blind Guardian, Led Zeppelin, Dio, Witch's Witch, & Uriah Heep.
Published 09/14/22
Al & I decided to answer a few random questions. Unfortunately at least two of them seemed to be traps to get us heat. So I've been sitting on this episode since May, debating with myself whether or not I should post it, which created a logjam.
Published 08/24/22
Synopsis: Dan & Al discuss the recent big news that D&D is finally returning to these two classic settings!
Published 05/06/22
A continuation of Dan & Al's gamer's playlist. Featuring Blue Oyster Cult, Blind Guardian, Deep Purple, Fates Warning (again), Black Sabbath, Manowar, & HammerFall.
Published 04/11/22
Dan & Al decided to create the ultimate D&D musical playlist. This selection includes Triumph, Fates Warning, Led Zeppelin, Rush, Rainbow, Metallica, & Queen.
Published 02/28/22
With all the talk around the community on the 2 classic settings that are coming, I thought it would be interesting to predict what we may be seeing next year. Of course, if you saw my record in my family's NFL Picks game, you would take any predictions from me with a huge grain of salt.
Published 10/26/21
SYNOPSIS: Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft had some big changes to the original Domains of Dread. Why do these changes bother those of us who have played for decades? How much setting baggage is too much? Could reboots be a good thing?
Published 07/22/21
SYNOPSIS: Tonight is all about this 1st Edition rules expansion, which gave the players new classes, spells, subraces, and more.
Published 05/25/21
SYNOPSIS: Today I dive into what may be my favorite video game RPG trilogy! Let's revisit the world of Erdrick & the Dragonlord.
Published 02/24/21
SYNOPSIS: In this new ongoing series, I had Al on to discuss this SNES classic, and translating the world of Cecil, Rydia & Kain into D&D.
Published 01/12/21
SYNOPSIS: You deserve an explanation as to why the release schedule is so spotty. So here it is. Lots of personal news here but it will explain stuff I suppose. Also some tips on packing your D&D stuff for moving.
Published 11/16/20
SYNOPSIS: I got my PoD stuff from the DM's Guild finally, so it's time to discuss the quality of the legacy products that are available.
Published 09/16/20
SYNOPSIS: Can I still have a con experience without the con? Well, I certainly try. From Netflix to eBay, we try to do with what we have.
Published 08/14/20
SYNOPSIS: A shorter episode, but I wanted to discuss the amazing power metal band Rhapsody of Fire and how the Emerald Sword Saga & Dark Secret Saga could both be made into incredible campaigns.
Published 06/19/20
SPECIAL GUEST: Al SYNOPSIS: I went and found ten D&D questions of various levels of stupidity for Al and I to debate (or agree) over.
Published 04/24/20
SYNOPSIS: Yea, I have no idea why the audio sounds like that. I tried everything to fix it but I'm no professional. As you can tell. Anyway, topics include metagaming, D&D Metal, edition-swapping, and Critical Role's new book.
Published 02/28/20
SYNOPSIS: I think it's time to discuss the endless comparisons gamers are making to the big-shot online games. We need some perspective.
Published 01/14/20
SYNOPSIS: It's the least I can do for the month and a half wait.
Published 11/20/19
SYNOPSIS: I take you through my thoughts on the Acquisitions Incorporated supplement released collaboratively between WotC & Penny Arcade.
Published 09/17/19
SPECIAL GUEST: Shannon! SYNOPSIS: We talk about our yearly journey to Indianapolis for the biggest game convention of them all!
Published 08/16/19
SYNOPSIS: Dan gives his thoughts on Ghosts of Saltmarsh and all its Greyhawk-y goodness. Also, some questions are answered and a shout-out to a new podcast from one of our listeners!
Published 06/21/19
SYNOPSIS: A special sleep-deprived (and thus a bit rambly and off-the-cuff) multi-topic episode to break the silence, discussing my thoughts on the Reaper Bones 4 Kickstarter models, the Wizkids D&D minis, and my trip to Khaos Kon in Oshkosh.
Published 05/17/19
Synopsis: Dan goes on about his geeky fanboy experience in Lake Geneva for Gary Con and all the games and fun that went with it.
Published 03/21/19
SYNOPSIS: Tonight I walk through this legendary series of books that span 20 years of D&D magic items!
Published 02/21/19