The Critshow

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The Critshow

A group of friends have their lives turned upside down when they find themselves placed as the last line of defense between the everyday world and the things that go bump in the night. This actual play podcast uses Monster of the Week and other Powered by the Apocalypse games, all within the same dimension hopping narrative, to follow the Indiana Paranormal Task-force (IPT) as they are thrust into the front lines of a battle they didn't know existed.

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  1. The Silver Nail (S6, E1)

    EPISODE 1

    The Silver Nail (S6, E1)

    Our heroes are reeling as a friendly face from their past materializes. TJ makes a triumphant and baffled return. Jake runs defense for the team. Kim asks for an assist. Megan suggests a strategy. Tass has a bit of a meltdown. As the draugr close in on all sides, the team has to figure out how to quell their onslaught. ------ Content Warning: Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  2. The Stonehenge Sneak (S6, E2)

    EPISODE 2

    The Stonehenge Sneak (S6, E2)

    Our heroes make use of a bit of downtime, thanks to Jake’s kiting maneuvers. Jake visits a distant safehouse. Kim directs a friend to safety. Megan fields a call. Tass loses track of a party member. TJ builds some special weapons. As they prepare to deal with the inevitable draugr onslaught, they must not only find the perfect battle field, but make a plan to deal with the monstrous undead, all in one fell swoop. ------ Content Warning: Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  3. The Triple Threat Trap (S6, E3)

    EPISODE 3

    The Triple Threat Trap (S6, E3)

    Our heroes engage the trio of draugr in their impromptu battlefield. Kim saves someone from a rate pile. Megan coordinates the team’s maneuver. Tass discovers a new ability. TJ tries to slow a draugr’s progress. Jake tries a team attack with himself. The team attempts to maintain their resolve as their enemies’ barrage comes in fast and furious. ------ Content Warning; Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  4. Salt Water and Poison Fog (S6, E4)

    EPISODE 4

    Salt Water and Poison Fog (S6, E4)

    Our heroes go all-out to deal with their undead foes. Megan learns the trick to defeat their enemies. Tass gets washed away. TJ gets out of trouble, only to find it again. Jake makes a dangerous save. Kim unleashes a new plague. While coaxing the draugr further into their traps, the team discovers that they are not immune to falling into traps themselves. ------ Content Warning: Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min
  5. A List of Worthy Candidates (S6, E5)

    EPISODE 5

    A List of Worthy Candidates (S6, E5)

    Our heroes are reeling from their battle while their true enemy lurks nearby. Tass gives something away. TJ finds something he lost. Jake makes an important introduction. Kim receives a gift. Megan makes a suggestion. As they scramble to clean up their mess, the team must work carefully so as to not give away their advantages. ------ Content Warning: Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    52 min
  6. Greasing the Gates (S6, E6)

    EPISODE 6

    Greasing the Gates (S6, E6)

    Our heroes rush to rescue some friends-in-need. TJ sniffs out a trap. Jake leads the team to a possible entryway. Kim keeps a vision to herself. Megan discovers a magic barrier. Tass deals with some heavy explosives. A familiar location holds a brand new secret, when a voice from the future begs for help. ------ Content Warning: Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min
  7. A Burning Ring of Fire (S6, E7)

    EPISODE 7

    A Burning Ring of Fire (S6, E7)

    Our heroes delve deeper into the tunnels, in search of their friends. Jake’s magic goes awry. Kim experiences a blackout. Megan offers a compliment. Tass attempts a dangerous resuscitation. TJ has an awkward conversation. With a unique creature on the hunt, and the looming threat of monster-hunting fanatics at every turn, the team must unite to find the innocents still clinging to life in the depth ------ Content Warning: Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr
  8. Hell in a Cell (S6, E8)

    EPISODE 8

    Hell in a Cell (S6, E8)

    Our heroes are stuck between a fanatical leader and a creature from another world. Kim advances the way her visions work. Megan arranges a face-to-face confrontation. Tass explodes again. TJ discovers a magical effect. Jake finds someone in a trap. As they scurry to address a portal mishap, their enemies have them surrounded. ------ Content Warning: Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    58 min
  9. Crit or Treat 2024 (S6, E9)

    EPISODE 9

    Crit or Treat 2024 (S6, E9)

    Our heroes are pulled into a terrifying conflict with Selena. They must attempt to understand the shift in magic around them, as their ravenous and mindless friend enacts a full-out hungry assault. The price of failure? Being eaten alive. ------ Content Warning: Fantasy Violence, Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m
  10. Building a Pantheon (S6, E10)

    EPISODE 10

    Building a Pantheon (S6, E10)

    After their harrowing ordeal against Selena, our heroes take a rest. Megan connects with an old enemy. Tass uses his H.R. lingo. TJ surprises Margaret. Jake makes some introductions. Kim shoots her shot. With a little bit of downtime to be able to plan, the team debates the pros and cons of who should take up the mantles of the gods. ------ Content Warning: Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min
  11. A New Path to an Old Road (S6, E11)

    EPISODE 11

    A New Path to an Old Road (S6, E11)

    Our heroes are reeling at the discovery that their plans may not work as they hope. Tass sends a mean message. TJ gives someone a gift. Jake offers a packet of information. Kim connects some dots about a person’s Potential. Megan calls in an old favor. As bad news befalls them, they must take drastic measures to ensure victory over Nash… even if that means seeking out a terrible enemy. ------ Content Warning: Language ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as The Divine, Kim as The Seer, Megan as The Spooky, Tass as The Chosen, TJ as the Weird Scientist, and Rev as The Keeper. This episode was edited and produced by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min

  12. SEASON 6 TRAILER

    No Normal Life - Teaser

    No Normal Life: a new 10-episode audio drama exploring the origins of The Critshow’s original power couple, Lana and Anastacia. Kickstarter goes live on Oct 1st and runs till Oct 31st - and you can follow us before launch here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/critshow/no-normal-life-season-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    11 min
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A group of friends have their lives turned upside down when they find themselves placed as the last line of defense between the everyday world and the things that go bump in the night. This actual play podcast uses Monster of the Week and other Powered by the Apocalypse games, all within the same dimension hopping narrative, to follow the Indiana Paranormal Task-force (IPT) as they are thrust into the front lines of a battle they didn't know existed.

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