86 episodes

Think Story Corp for gamers. I'll talk with the folks that play the games, facilitate the games, the folks behind the scenes that make cons go and certainly the game creators. We'll cover the rest of the gamers story, like where games fit in their lives, what's life after games look like? What was early gaming like? I'll also cover what's happening in TTRPGs that week. what I'm playing or prepping at the table (or online)

The Diceology Podcast MadJayZero

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Think Story Corp for gamers. I'll talk with the folks that play the games, facilitate the games, the folks behind the scenes that make cons go and certainly the game creators. We'll cover the rest of the gamers story, like where games fit in their lives, what's life after games look like? What was early gaming like? I'll also cover what's happening in TTRPGs that week. what I'm playing or prepping at the table (or online)

    From Hobby to Profession: The Life of Paid Game Masters

    From Hobby to Profession: The Life of Paid Game Masters

    Have you ever wondered what it's like to turn your tabletop gaming passion into a profession? Judd Karlman and I chat about our extraordinary path from hobbyists to professional game masters (GMs), revealing the quirky, exciting, and sometimes absurd adventures that come with the territory. From hilarious bachelor party RPG requests to the broader implications of monetizing our love for gaming, we peel back the curtain on a niche that's rapidly gaining traction. Join us as we reminisce about our initial foray into paid GMing and how it has evolved into a noteworthy part of our creative and community endeavors.

    As seasoned GMs, we also tackle the practical side of running various campaign styles, including the nuances of open table versus West Marches formats. I open up about the routines I've adopted to stay sane and healthy during long sessions at the screen, and we both reflect on the rewarding experience of watching players shape their own narratives. Setting boundaries and creating inclusive spaces for our players is paramount, and we share how we navigate these responsibilities to ensure that everyone at the table feels comfortable and safe.

    The episode concludes with a critical discussion on maintaining a safe and respectful gaming community, addressing the challenge of confronting 'broken stairs'—problematic individuals who threaten the group's play. We highlight the cultural impact of phenomena like Critical Role and the excitement around the Dungeons & Dragons movie, emphasizing how they shape our approach to community building. Our conversation is an invitation to listeners to engage with us and contribute to a dialogue that prioritizes safety, inclusion, and the pure joy of collaborative storytelling in gaming.
    Support the showIf you're picking up, what we're putting down, consider becoming a subscriber at https://www.patreon.com/madjayzero.
    You can catch me on Twitter at @godiceology or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/diceology

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Jolt #5: Citrus Climax!

    Jolt #5: Citrus Climax!

    Jolt and his family are hunkering down at a Hilton Garden Hotel in Jacksonville, guarded by Cherry Bomb's security. It's nearly midnight when Red-Eye calls Jolt... and it's not a "wyd?!" kinda call. Chimaera is making a move to grab Citrus Climax! And you know who's coming to the rescue? 
    I bet ya do!
    Support the showIf you're picking up, what we're putting down, consider becoming a subscriber at https://www.patreon.com/madjayzero.
    You can catch me on Twitter at @godiceology or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/diceology

    • 1 hr 8 min
    Jolt #4: Daye & Knight (Edit)

    Jolt #4: Daye & Knight (Edit)

    Jolt #4 - Daye & Knight
    Nate and Obie encounter some extraordinary security guards when they try to make off with goods from the secret lab they've robbed. Later after getting Jason to a hospital, they have a strange encounter with 3-Pain. That night Nate, Obie, and Maggie strategize for the coming days ahead.
    Support the showIf you're picking up, what we're putting down, consider becoming a subscriber at https://www.patreon.com/madjayzero.
    You can catch me on Twitter at @godiceology or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/diceology

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Jolt #3 - Cherry Bomb!

    Jolt #3 - Cherry Bomb!

    Ready for an action-packed hour of gaming discussion and adventure? Join Rich and me as we delve into the world of real life and role-playing games, exploring the connection between comic books and gaming, and discovering what it means to truly "play to find out." Experience the thrill of strategizing to keep our in-game characters, Sera and Mason, safe while handling new threats and enlisting help from old contacts. But tread carefully - who can we really trust in this thrilling adventure?

    Nathan "Jolt" and "OB" tackle planning the search for a warehouse and how to payoff Red-Eye.  Dive into Nate's thoughts and feelings as he grapples with trusting OB to complete the mission alone. Will they need to recruit someone to keep an eye on Sera while Nate and OB are away? Tune in to find out!


    Support the showIf you're picking up, what we're putting down, consider becoming a subscriber at https://www.patreon.com/madjayzero.
    You can catch me on Twitter at @godiceology or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/diceology

    • 47 min
    Jolt #2 -Orange Blast!

    Jolt #2 -Orange Blast!

    Jolt #2: Nathan interviews for the super spokesmodel position at Door Dash but gets an emergency text from his wife and leaves abruptly! 3Pain, the witness protection assassin, has made a house call! Later, Nathan and OB discuss OB's debt to Red-Eye, the wetwork job left undone, and a secret lab OB found while doing that job. 
    Support the showIf you're picking up, what we're putting down, consider becoming a subscriber at https://www.patreon.com/madjayzero.
    You can catch me on Twitter at @godiceology or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/diceology

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Jolt #1

    Jolt #1

    Jolt #1 - Nathan is lured into a CHIMERA experiment as they trap him on the Buckman bridge to observe his abilities! Back home, it’s parent-teacher conference night for him Sarah and their kid Mason. OB stops by looking for a hanging-out buddy. And Danny “Red-Eye” comes looking for OB.
    It was a smooth session of #ChampionsNow, mostly - the area effect rules tripped me up a little. But We got to see Nathan put the slap down on some CHIMERA agents with his super speed.
    Support the showIf you're picking up, what we're putting down, consider becoming a subscriber at https://www.patreon.com/madjayzero.
    You can catch me on Twitter at @godiceology or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/diceology

    • 57 min

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Broad coverage of tabletop rpgs

Good content, interviews with a variety of creators, sometimes a mix of actual play! Easy to listen to and thoughtful.

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