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In a world without fossil fuels, steam is the way of the future, or so they say in the city of Paradise. Join us in this TTRPG Actual Play of Blades in the Dark where the players are trying to make Paradise live up to its name- with crime.
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Republic city, one year after the events of Legend of Korra. The avatar may have brought balance to the world once more, but the city is still steeped in crime, corruption, and exploitation. Changes abound, particularly regarding the expanding influence of the Varrick Industries firearm. Our story follows three characters from different worlds: Sabi, an orphan from Ba Sing Se and gunslinger-for-hire, currently working for the Piercing Pistols Triad in Republic City. Hanako, a Fire Nation amb ...
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The world is ripe with monsters, and when you have a monster problem, you need the professionals. Unfortunately, the best you're going to get is the VanHellmans family. Join us as we play Monster of the Week by Evil Hat Productions in this TTRPG Actual Play Podcast.
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College of Whispers is a talkshow style podcast that reviews Tabletop Roleplaying Game (TTRPG) Actual Play (AP) productions critically in a spoiler lite format that will let you still check out the shows yourself and enjoy them!
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Hanako gets a surprise call from her mother, and decides now is the perfect time to explain her new plans. Will her mother be willing to deviate from the family's tried and true diplomatic methods? Featuring: Domi Carmia as Hanako Anna Marcus as Hikaru Script and music by Anna Marcus Find out more about the Seki family's plans when Moment of Balanc…
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Glades in Paradise 4: It's a Small World After All
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It's an episode of stunning revelations for the Florida M.E.N. Can they help save the soul of the park before it's too late? Starring: Jim as the GM Paul as Fischer Price Queen as Lane "Danskin" Bryant Justin as TwoDeals Meier Riley as Tawny Wildcard Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with John Harper…
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Hanako was born with a silver spoon in her mouth and a heavy, immoral legacy on her shoulders. Daughter of the Seki clan and heiress to their empire, she ventures out on her own for the first time to spread her family's specific brand of Fire Nation diplomacy. Get to know Hanako and her family on September 1! Featuring: Narration by Domi Carmia Mus…
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Sabi found some work from a wealthy benefactor, and needs help from her triad to complete it. Will the leader of the Piercing Pistols give her what she needs? Featuring: Jonaya Riley as Sabi Anna Marcus as Bamei Script and music by Anna Marcus See more of the Piercing Pistols when Moment of Balance drops on September 1! Join the Moment of Balance c…
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Sabi was a woman born into unfortunate circumstances. Orphaned at age 8 and growing up in an orphanage in the lower ring of Ba Sing Se led her straight to the life of crime she's living today. Get to know Sabi, alongside the rest of the thriving underground of Republic City, on September 1! Featuring: Narration by Jonaya Riley Music by Anna Marcus …
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Glades in Paradise 3: Main Street Electrical Pa-raid
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It's magic, mayhem and murder as the Florida M.E.N. infiltrate the Lantern Corp base. While there they learn some surprising information about Walter. Starring: Jim as the GM Paul as Fischer Price Queen as Lane "Danskin" Bryant Justin as TwoDeals Meier Riley as Tawny Wildcard Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production …
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Glades in Paradise 2: Grim Grinning Ghosts
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Joined by young pirate Bristol "Two-Deals" Meier, the Florida M.E.N. Journey into the sewers below the Happiest Place on Earth and find an assortment of oddities and danger. Starring: Jim as the GM Paul as Fischer Price Queen as Lane "Danskin" Bryant Justin as "Two-Deals" Bristol Meier Riley as Tawny Wildcard Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dysto…
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Glades in Paradise 1: A Whole New World
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We take a break from our regular miscreants to check in with the Florida M.E.N., who have been recruited by Lantern Corp Rivals Bastille Corp. to recover an asset named Walter from "The Happiest Place on Earth". Starring: Jim as the GM Paul as Fischer Price Queen as Lane "Danskin" Bryant Justin as TwoDeals Meier Riley as Tawny Wildcard Blades in Pa…
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ESPN have their work cut out for them as they try to save a man from unfair prosecution. Can they win the day against the richest men in Tightwad? Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play product…
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The night before the final proceedings of Benny's trial, the crew of ESPN share some drinks as they reminisce about their leader and friend, Benjamin Franks. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual P…
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On May 22, 2025, we tragically lost cast member, Faith "Queenie" Long due to complications from a medical procedure. We are taking the week off to mourn our friend and colleague. Queen recorded content that will be released throughout the remainder of the year, and we plan to update our content warnings as we approach her final appearances. She was…
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It's a time of inner turmoil as ESPN processes the fallout from recent conflicts. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with John Harper's Blades in the Dark system, devel…
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An Avatar: Legends actual play podcast about uncovering the seething corruption at the heart of Republic City and the bonds we make and break along the way. Part of the @bardrockcafe network of podcasts! Coming September 2025By Bard Rock Network
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[Interstitial Games] Game 0: Character Conversion
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David has been snatched from his home at the VanHellman's mansion and forced to play a game most deadly. Joining the Bard Rock Patreon or Ko-Fi gives you a voice to help save (or hinder) him in the upcoming death games. CAST NoblemanNick as the GM Tensei as David VanHellmans Riley as Stirling Akred Khadeja as Rook Nickelpenny Interstitial Games is …
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[Interstitial Games] Game 0: Character Conversion
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Stirling has been snatched from their home and forced to play a game most deadly. Joining the Bard Rock Patreon or Ko-Fi gives you a voice to help save (or hinder) them in the upcoming death games. CAST NoblemanNick as the GM Riley as Stirling Akred Khadeja as Rook Nickelpenny Tensei as David VanHellmans Interstitial Games is a crossover miniseries…
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Stirling has been snatched from their home and forced to play a game most deadly. Joining the Bard Rock Patreon or Ko-Fi gives you a voice to help save (or hinder) them in the upcoming death games. CAST NoblemanNick as the GM Riley as Stirling Akred Khadeja as Rook Nickelpenny Tensei as David VanHellmans Interstitial Games is a crossover miniseries…
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David has been snatched from his home at the VanHellman's mansion and forced to play a game most deadly. Joining the Bard Rock Patreon or Ko-Fi gives you a voice to help save (or hinder) him in the upcoming death games. CAST NoblemanNick as the GM Tensei as David VanHellmans Riley as Stirling Akred Khadeja as Rook Nickelpenny Interstitial Games is …
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Announcement: Network Booster Drive 2025!
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All of your favorite Bard Rock Network shills unite to tell you about the amazing offers available to our Boosters through Patreon and Ko-fi! Use Code "BRC20" to save 20% on your first month as a new or returning booster on Patreon now through the end of May 2025! Featuring: Paul as Brock Song Stephanie as Eddie VanHellmans Jim as the Good Doctor W…
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Announcement: Network Booster Drive 2025!
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All of your favorite Bard Rock Network shills unite to tell you about the amazing offers available to our Boosters through Patreon and Ko-fi! Use Code "BRC20" to save 20% on your first month as a new or returning booster on Patreon now through the end of May 2025! Featuring: Paul as Brock Song Stephanie as Eddie VanHellmans Jim as the Good Doctor W…
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While Winston tries to sabotage the black box footage from the dirigible crash, Lizzie and Stirling confront Julius Orange. A lucid Max has a dinner date with his oldest flame. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dysto…
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The crew of ESPN finally meet their attorney, J.G. Wentworth from the Johnson and Johnson law firm, as the trial of Benjamin Franks begins! Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production per…
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It's a week to decompress as ESPN process what happened in the Famous Footwear heist. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with Jim Harper's Blades in the Dark system, de…
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Stirling's Game Night 1: The Edge of the Dog
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We take a break from the action of the main campaign to visit the crew of ESPN on a rare night off, playing a tabletop roleplaying game in a local bar. Can the party survive Stirling's puzzles, and can Stirling survive the party's antics? Starring: Riley as Stirling and the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux / Colby Jack Cheddar Queen as Liz…
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The final showdown atop the high top tower has arrived. Can the crew of ESPN defeat Their robotic foe and his army of near indestructible homunculi super soldiers? Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Ac…
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The party scrambles to help Max after he falls. Later some shocking revelations shake ESPN to their very core. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with Jim Harper's Blad…
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The crew of ESPN have reached the mandatory water level of Famous Footwear. Can they survive a swim with some steampunk crocodiles, and can someone stop that ticking sound? Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian…
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The crew of ESPN have to contend with a bad trip after huffing the fumes of some hot dog water before facing their greatest challenge yet: Tactical Assault Chihuahuas (Otherwise known as "Chihuahuas"). Can they survive the Chihuahua onslaught while experiencing shared hallucinations? Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Q…
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With ESPN in hot pursuit of Famous Nathan a clever Lizzie helps the group convey themselves forward. After a quick stop for brownies they are stopped in the name of the law. Dead or alive, they're rolling for initiative. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stir…
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It's a Famous family feud as ESPN infiltrate the Famous Footwear factory. With familicide in the forefront, only fast thinking will favor our friendly faces as they forge forwards. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk d…
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ESPN returns to Tightwad, arms up and forms a posse for their assault in Famous Footwear in the city of Salvation. What dangers and secrets await them in Famous Nathan's Corporate Stronghold? Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a …
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Bonus: The Man Who Shared a Legendary Valenweenmas
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In this holiday bonus episode our heroes are enthralled as Max shares the tale of Valenweenmas. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with Jim Harper's Blades in the Dark …
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C1E13: The Ditty of Doctor Feelgood
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ESPN regain a party member and descend into the depths where they find Doctor Feelgood. The good doctor reveals some interesting information about Victor Lorde and Subway. Later they leave the underground and face off against a creepy critter. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximili…
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While Lizzie stays back in Tightwad to wrap up some things, the rest of the party journey to Silver Lake to find the medicinal herbs for the new medical tonics. But they probably weren't expecting to see a bunch of mutated Combat Critters around the lake! Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin…
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Sloppy Joe meets the party in Tightwad with news from Bennie, and a bunch of random stuff. Why did Bennie send them this seemingly meaningless junk? Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play produ…
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The crew of ESPN journey to Lizzie's Hometown of Tightwad, where they meet the colorful locals and Swift Taylor seeks revenge on Max. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed…
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The party encounters complications from their last job when they find out an old rival of Stirling's, Amazing Grace, has been assigned to investigate the dirigible crash. Max learns something troubling about the city as Winston and Lizzie encounter a serious ghost problem. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Liz…
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It's a time of rest and recovery for ESPN as they wander through Paradise. Wounds are patched, deals are struck and schemes are planned. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production perfor…
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The time has come for the final confrontation with Medusa. The VanHellmans must combine all their brains, brawn, and copious amounts of cocaine if they want to overcome this final trial. Our Cast: Paul as The Keeper Izzy as Ariana Quell VanHellmans Nick as Jason VanHellmans Stephanie as Doctor Temperance Vigilance Frankenstein VanHellmans IV Justin…
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It's a night of wheeling and dealing for ESPN as new bonds are forged and old grudges are laid to rest. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with Jim Harper's Blades in t…
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Episode 11 - Party of One (ft. Jeff Stormer)
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Check out this episode's guest! Check out Winter Wayfarer's new single, "Marshal, You Have No Friends" here! Welcome to College of Whispers, the Actual Play Book Club! Follow our show on Twitter, Bluesky, and Instagram! Our show is part of Bard Rock Network, which is brought to you by Dragon Master Games and viewers like you via Patreon and Ko-Fi. …
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The Victorian VanHellmans are presented with an unprecedented situation: one of the Gorgon sisters who has been gifted with the powers of a Greek prophet and is running rampant through London. In order to confront the situation head on, the family of famed Monster Hunters hole up in their mansion and invent several new cheese-based dishes. Our Cast…
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C1E6: The Sliced, the Diced and the Toasted
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A split party leads to fireworks on all fronts. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play production performed with Jim Harper's Blades in the Dark system, developed by our sponsor, Evil Hat Produ…
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Way way back in the 1890s A secret monster hunting family Got a visit from a prophet Who told them of their children's destiny Our Cast: Paul as The Keeper Izzy as Ariana Quell VanHellmans Nick as Jason VanHellmans Stephanie as Doctor Temperance Vigilance Frankenstein VanHellmans IV Justin as Oscar VanHellmans Love what you're hearing? Join our net…
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C1E5: The Race, the Blimp, and the Weiner Mobile
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ESPN spends some time planning how they’re going to beat their hated archrivals, Subway, which include finding a faster mode of transport than the train. Fortunately, Winston knows someone who hates Famous Nathan almost as much as he does. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian G…
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Every small town has their big secret buried underneath. In the caverns beneath Manford Oklahoma, that secret threatens to swallow up David unless his brothers can convince the locals that tooth fairies are very real, and very dangerous. Our Cast: Justin as The Keeper Marty as Dominick VanHellmans Stephanie as Eddie VanHellmans Tensei as David VanH…
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As the VanHellmans brothers continue to investigate, floppy bodies keep piling up. But small towns can be hostile to outside interlopers. Our Cast: Justin as The Keeper Marty as Dominick VanHellmans Stephanie as Eddie VanHellmans Tensei as David VanHellmans Love what you're hearing? Join our network Discord community! What does Eddie sell when it's…
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The party is asked to ship some troubling cargo by a man named "Julius Orange" before Winston's rival, Famous Nathan, appears to make things interesting. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Stirling Blades in Paradise is a steampunk dystopian TTRPG Actual Play …
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Another week, another premonition. Gigi has seen the gnashing of teeth and a baby in grave danger. She is unable to join the hunt this time, which means the VanHellmans brother are free from any oversight as they head out to the small town of Mannford, Oklahoma. Our Cast: Justin as The Keeper Marty as Dominick VanHellmans Stephanie as Eddie VanHell…
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Licking their wounds after the encounter on the train the party takes some time to catch their breath. Then a crime lord puts the squeeze on the group to deliver some questionable cargo. Caution: episode may contain pulp. Starring: Paul as the GM Jim as the good Doctor Winston Theroux Queen as Lizzie Calhoun Justin as Maximilian Graves Riley as Sti…
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Episode 10 - Dice Company (feat. Tom and Dave)
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Check out Dice Company! Welcome to College of Whispers, the Actual Play Book Club! Follow our show on Twitter, Bluesky, and Instagram! Our show is part of Bard Rock Network, which is brought to you by Dragon Master Games and viewers like you via Patreon and Ko-Fi. Love what you're hearing? Join our network's Discord community! Bard Rock Network is …
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