In this episode, host Michael Cannetti talks with Jason and AnnMarie, founders of The Tabletop Society, a Dungeons & Dragons organization dedicated to creating welcoming, inclusive spaces for players of all backgrounds—especially neurodivergent individuals. Jason, an experienced Dungeon Master from Long Island, and Annmarie, a lifelong storyteller, explain how their love of tabletop gaming grew into a nationwide community. Tabletop Society runs campaigns through Discord, connecting players from across the country in collaborative storytelling experiences that build confidence, social skills, and lasting friendships. Together we discuss: Why Dungeons & Dragons is uniquely powerful for neurodivergent playersJason’s approach to DMing and creating supportive tablesHow online campaigns build real-world connectionHow their children got involved in the hobbyThe mission and future of Tabletop SocietyIf you love tabletop RPGs, community building, or stories about how geek culture enriches lives, this episode is a critical hit. In this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek, we sit down with Jason and AnnMarie, the founders of The Tabletop Society, a Dungeons & Dragons community dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering gaming experiences—especially for neurodivergent individuals. Jason, a seasoned Dungeon Master, and Annmarie, a passionate organizer and storyteller, share how their Long Island–based group grew from a local table into a nationwide D&D community operating through Discord. Their campaigns bring together players from all over the country, offering creativity, structure, teamwork, and social connection through the magic of D&D. We dive into: How Dungeons & Dragons supports neurodivergent players Why collaborative storytelling is such a powerful tool How Tabletop Society uses Discord to run campaigns across the U.S. Jason’s journey as a Dungeon Master and how he brings new players—including kids—into the world of tabletop RPGs How families are using D&D to bond (yes, their kids play too!) The mission behind Tabletop Society and where the community is headed Whether you’re a veteran adventurer, completely new to D&D, or interested in how tabletop games can enrich lives, this is an episode you'll want to roll initiative for. DMs Building Community! D&D Changing Lives! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more geek culture deep dives! 👉 Share this episode with your party! #DungeonsAndDragons #DnDCommunity #Neurodiversity #TabletopRPG #SoYouWantToBeAGeek #TabletopSociety #DungeonMaster #DnD5e #DiscordCommunity #LongIslandCreators #TTRPG #InclusiveGaming #GeekCulture #RoleplayingGames #ActualPlay #strangerthings https://thetabletopsociety.com/ Dive into the geeky world of Geekiness with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic: http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag
