Using Dungeons & Dragons to Build Community with my guests Jason & Annmarie of The Tabletop Society

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 players
• Jason’s approach to DMing and creating supportive tables
• How online campaigns build real-world connection
• How their children got involved in the hobby
• The mission and future of Tabletop Society

If 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!
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