Best Dungeonmaster Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 124 - Past Pandemonium 2:56:47

11d ago2:56:47

2:56:47

The journey into the past comes to a head! JOIN OUR DISCORD Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website! Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush Coil Original Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosBy The Pod Called Quest

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Tabletalk Friday PSA 6:54

14d ago6:54

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Hey guys! Long time no see! This is Seth, and I have an announcement! The show will be returning this August and we will be back to our weekly scheduled programming. As most of you know, I was in training for the better part of the last 2 years and had no mental power to play D&D, much less make the podcast. But now that training is over and I've f…

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Episode 123 - Scene Skipping 2:24:39

27d ago2:24:39

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We're tying up some loose ends and getting to the point! JOIN OUR DISCORD Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website! Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush Coil Original Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosBy The Pod Called Quest

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C2 E42 That's Why It's Called Role Play 51:03

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After a long rest, Ailen manages to decipher the rest of the journal.

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C2 E41 Reflux Save 37:21

2M ago37:21

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The party faces difficult decisions as they escape the prison.

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C2 E40 Reverse Dungeon Crawl 47:10

2M ago47:10

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The party has destroyed the barrier engine deep in the prison, but now must fight their way back through the upper levels to escape.

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Episode 122 - Deputized Desperado Dismantles Dwarven Devices 1:57:02

2M ago1:57:02

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Isla concocts an unexpected diversion! JOIN OUR DISCORD Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website! Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush Coil Original Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosBy The Pod Called Quest

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C2 E39 Prison Break(s) 52:58

2M ago52:58

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Our elven warriors continue their battle against the furnace guardian and soot caps.

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C2 E38 Now He's Going to Feel It 49:23

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Butch, distraught by the physical changes he's experiencing after inhaling the black smokey poison, rushes deeper into the prison. The party once again encounters the ghostly being in the middle of sacrificing prisoners upon an altar.

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C2 E37 Smoking Can Kill You 47:15

2M ago47:15

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In the depths of the prison, our elves encounter a ghostly presence just before being attacked.

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Episode 121 - Divine Disappointments 2:12:12

2M ago2:12:12

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Salai learns something unexpected. JOIN OUR DISCORD Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website! Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush Coil Original Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosBy The Pod Called Quest

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C2 E36 Barry Was Here 34:57

3M ago34:57

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The Elves have disguised themselves as three guards, two clerics, and a prisoner being escorted to the prison. They make their way into the depths of the dungeons.

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C2 E35 Ichor Licker 24:09

3M ago24:09

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Butch performs a small amount of butchering on Buhan, and then acts even more strangely than normal. A plan is made to infiltrate the prison.

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C2 E34 Just the Tips 39:48

3M ago39:48

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After Ailen and Lankrell recover, at least enough for now, the party seeks out some privacy to plan their next step.

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Worldbuilding Factions with Martha Wells (Part 2) 30:12

3M ago30:12

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How do protagonists and villains get things done in your world? Probably not all by themselves! Factions - whether they're religious, corporate, political or trade organizations - are a VITAL part of your worldbuilding, adding spicy conflict when interests don't align. Join Janet and the AMAZING Martha Wells (The Murderbot Diaries) as they discuss …

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Worldbuilding Factions with Martha Wells (Part 1) 29:15

3M ago29:15

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How do protagonists and villains get things done in your world? Probably not all by themselves! Factions - whether they're religious, corporate, political or trade organizations - are a VITAL part of your worldbuilding, adding spicy conflict when interests don't align. Join Janet and the AMAZING Martha Wells (The Murderbot Diaries) as they discuss …

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Episode 120 - Interstitial Insight 2:41:38

3M ago2:41:38

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The group speaks with someone familiar. JOIN OUR DISCORD Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website! Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush Coil Original Composition by Serpent Sound StudiosBy The Pod Called Quest

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Crafting Creatures That Make Scientific Sense with Shirin Sheppard (Part 2) 26:37

3M ago26:37

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We're joined by illustrator and creature designer Shirin Sheppard to talk about making monsters that make scientific sense! How could dragons actually breathe fire? When do you reference real-world biology - and when do you leave it behind? Bring your creature questions to this fun interview! https://www.facebook.com/shirinillustration/ WORLDBUILD …

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Crafting Creatures That Make Scientific Sense with Shirin Sheppard (Part 1) 31:06

3M ago31:06

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We're joined by illustrator and creature designer Shirin Sheppard to talk about making monsters that make scientific sense! How could dragons actually breathe fire? When do you reference real-world biology - and when do you leave it behind? Bring your creature questions to this fun interview! https://www.facebook.com/shirinillustration/ WORLDBUILD …

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C2 E33 Maybe Black Mesa 29:51

3M ago29:51

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After nearly drowning, Ailen and Lankrell are in shock. Most of the party export the researchers back to The Chipped Pot. Butch tries to join Chowda on the trek back to the tavern.

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C2 E32 Chum in the Water 46:04

3M ago46:04

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Elves and scholars alike flee through the well, swimming through an underwater tunnel toward the unknown.

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C2 E31 Hold Your Breath 40:20

3M ago40:20

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The party is forced to make a quick exit from the underground chambers.

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C2 E30 OH YEAHHHHH!!!!! 32:29

3M ago32:29

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Our elite elven special forces stumble upon some servants maintaining the barrier engine.

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C2 E29 It Belonged in a Museum 30:38

3M ago30:38

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The party continues to "scope out" the library underneath the library.

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Why Monster Hunters Matter with Laura Anne Gilman (Part 2) 33:24

4M ago33:24

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Join us as we chat with best-selling fantasy author Laura Anne Gilman about writing MONSTER HUNTERS. Whether you're talking historical fantasy, urban fantasy or gothic horror, these iconic characters stalk the night. Let's discuss tropes, tips, and what these archetypal heroes add to your games and stories. https://www.lauraannegilman.net/ WORLDBUI…

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Why Monster Hunters Matter with Laura Anne Gilman (Part 1) 32:32

4M ago32:32

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Join us as we chat with best-selling fantasy author Laura Anne Gilman about writing MONSTER HUNTERS. Whether you're talking historical fantasy, urban fantasy or gothic horror, these iconic characters stalk the night. Let's discuss tropes, tips, and what these archetypal heroes add to your games and stories. https://www.lauraannegilman.net/ WORLDBUI…

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C2 E28 The Magic is Gone 30:54

4M ago30:54

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At the library, the party has split so as to not draw suspicion. They continue their search of the area.

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Witchy Worldbuilding with Rachel Aaron (Part 1) 24:14

4M ago24:14

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Join us for a spooky season interview with author Rachel Aaron (Hell of a Witch), as we explore the scary practice of worldbuilding with witches. We’ll discuss how witches are often treated differently from other magic users in fantasy and TTRPGs, the tricky aspects of crafting believable witches, and how to create a witchcraft-based magic system t…

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Witchy Worldbuilding with Rachel Aaron (Part 2) 28:14

4M ago28:14

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Join us for a spooky season interview with author Rachel Aaron (Hell of a Witch), as we explore the scary practice of worldbuilding with witches. We’ll discuss how witches are often treated differently from other magic users in fantasy and TTRPGs, the tricky aspects of crafting believable witches, and how to create a witchcraft-based magic system t…

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C2 E26 Some Form of Elvish 33:55

4M ago33:55

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The next morning, the party takes some time to examine the loot they grabbed on the way out of the mansion. Ailen translates portions of an old book.

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C2 E27 Two Failed Dates 32:07

4M ago32:07

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Leaving The Chipped Pot, the group heads to the library in Jarmati, previously learning that another barrier engine may be there.

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C2 E25 Whack F%*#! 32:24

4M ago32:24

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After destroying the barrier engine, our elven heroes return to The Chipped Pot. It's time to let loose some steam.

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Cozy Fantasy Worldbuilding with Caitlin Rozakis (Part 2) 33:41

4M ago33:41

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Join Janet and Caitlin Rozakis, author of The New York Times-bestselling novel Dreadful, for a delightful discussion of all things cozy fantasy! How do you create a setting that feels both cozy AND exciting? What are the essential elements of a cozy fantasy world? Bring your questions (and a cup of your favorite hot beverage) to this fun interview.…

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Cozy Fantasy Worldbuilding with Caitlin Rozakis (Part 1) 30:35

4M ago30:35

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Join Janet and Caitlin Rozakis, author of The New York Times-bestselling novel Dreadful, for a delightful discussion of all things cozy fantasy! How do you create a setting that feels both cozy AND exciting? What are the essential elements of a cozy fantasy world? Bring your questions (and a cup of your favorite hot beverage) to this fun interview.…

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MISSING EPISODES ON SPOTIFY 4:29

4M ago4:29

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Spotify's seemingly new copyright detection bot has flagged a number of our episodes for containing third-party copyrighted music and due to the utterly insufficient manner they provided for our response, we have been forced to take the episodes down at least for now. To be clear, the music they flagged is either under Creative Commons (I spend an …

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C2 E24 Kill Them With Coldness 1:10:41

4M ago1:10:41

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Our Fey heroes continue their battle under the mansion, facing ice wraith knights in an attempt to destroy the barrier engine.

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C2 E23 Did You Put Your Name in the Goblet of Fire 30:28

4M ago30:28

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After surviving the yeti, the special forces squad of elves continues through the mayoral mansion until they reach the room containing the barrier engine.

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C2 E22 Suppressing Fire 35:53

4M ago35:53

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The party has been attacked by several small yeti-like monsters as they move through the mansion.

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How to write Audio Drama with Emily Inkpen (Part 1) 36:37

4M ago36:37

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Emily Inkpen is the co-creator of the award-winning Dex Legacy, an incredible audio drama about to enter its 3rd season! Learn Emily's process for writing and creating an audio drama that wins awards in this episode of the World Anvil worldbuilding podcast. https://www.emilyinkpen.com/thedexlegacy-home WORLDBUILD WITH US! Create a ✨free✨ World Anvi…

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How to write Audio Drama with Emily Inkpen (Part 2) 27:48

4M ago27:48

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Emily Inkpen is the co-creator of the award-winning Dex Legacy, an incredible audio drama about to enter its 3rd season! Learn Emily's process for writing and creating an audio drama that wins awards in this episode of the World Anvil worldbuilding podcast. https://www.emilyinkpen.com/thedexlegacy-home WORLDBUILD WITH US! Create a ✨free✨ World Anvi…

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C2 E21 I Don't Deal Damage, I Heal Damage 43:48

4M ago43:48

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The party of elves delve deeper into the manor, as the severe coldness grows worse and worse.

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C2 E20 Force of Nature 41:21

4M ago41:21

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Thanks to a few well prepared protective spells, the party is able to enter the manor and face the extreme cold within.

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C2 E19 Dude, Where's My Donut 34:37

4M ago34:37

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Thanks to a few well prepared protective spells, the party is able to enter the manor and face the extreme cold within.

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Worldbuilding a Generation Ship with Michael Mammay (Part 1) 30:52

4M ago30:52

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What are the unique worldbuilding challenges (and opportunities) presented by a generation ship? This week, Janet sits down with Michael Mammay, author of the popular Planetside series, to explore the corridors and cultures of this unique scifi subgenre! https://www.michaelmammay.com/ Reviews of Generation Ship: Lightspeed Publishers Weekly Library…

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Worldbuilding a Generation Ship with Michael Mammay (Part 2) 29:51

4M ago29:51

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What are the unique worldbuilding challenges (and opportunities) presented by a generation ship? This week, Janet sits down with Michael Mammay, author of the popular Planetside series, to explore the corridors and cultures of this unique scifi subgenre! https://www.michaelmammay.com/ Reviews of Generation Ship: Lightspeed Publishers Weekly Library…

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C2 E18 Two Half Dozen 33:32

5M ago33:32

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After reconvening and comparing notes, it's time to head to the manor that may house one of the barrier engines protecting the city. A strange chill permeates the area around the building.

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C2 E17 A Baker's Dozen Dozen 38:26

5M ago38:26

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The party has split into three pairs as they go about town in their disguises. Ailen and Butch masquerade their way into the temple common grounds. Meanwhile, Elidna tries to learn more from the locals.

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C2 E16 The Footlocker 50:14

5M ago50:14

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After a night's rest, the party reconvenes with Harcomb. They identify one or two targets to investigate as possible sources of the barrier over the city and embark to learn more at the temple.

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Episode 119 - Drunken Destined Divinity 1:50:09

5M ago1:50:09

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The group meets face to face with the yet-to-be god, Cayden Cailean! JOIN OUR DISCORD Check out the CAUSES WE SUPPORT to get involved and donate! Help support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website! Tracklist and Creative Commons Attribution Can Be Viewed HERE Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Cour…

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Making Magic Schools with T. Alexander Stangroom & Amanda Hamon (Part 2) 33:42

5M ago33:42

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Join Janet with industry experts T. Alexander Stangroom & Amanda Hamon (Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos) to talk about MAKING MAGIC SCHOOLS, as we bring World Anvil's INSTITUTIONS OF LEARNING challenge to a close! https://koboldpress.com/the-kobold-team https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandahamon/ https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/sacoc WORLDBUILD …

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