Game Master Speakeasy

Sep 12 2022 2
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Welcome to the Game Master Speakeasy! Come on in and have a drink with our hosts, Cody and Lance, as they share their experiences in tabletop gaming. Whether you’re new to the medium or a veteran, there’s always something you could learn here at the Speakeasy. Learn about systems, navigating the table, or even just hear some of our hosts’ insights on all things tabletop. Pull up a chair, order a drink, and get ready to roll up a character.

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Important Announcement

Sep 12 2022 1 mins  
Hello everyone, Mr. Wilson here with an important announcement.As of yesterday, Game Master Speakeasy will be going on indefinite hiatus due to repeated technical issues. While we don't have a definitive return date, we will announce the show's return here on our Facebook page. We'd like to thank all of you for listening so far and look forward to picking the show up again soon.Thi

Episode 23: Initial Thoughts on One D&D

Sep 09 2022 57 mins  
Welcome back to the Game Master Speakeasy. This week, Cody & Lance discuss the playtest for One D&D and their initial thoughts on the new rules and changed rules in this new iteration of Dungeons and Dragons.This Week's Password Is: "Gygax"Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official Website: https://www.recordbutt

Episode 22: Worldbuilding and Where to Start

Aug 26 2022 46 mins  
It's happy hour at the Game Master Speakeasy while Cody & Lance discuss good places to start when building a fantasy world of your own. Pull up a chair and pull out the notebooks, graph paper, and pencils because it's time to get building!This Week's Password is "Pantheon"Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official We

Episode 21: Gearing Up With Magic Items

Aug 12 2022 51 mins  
Come on into the Game Master Speakeasy where Cody & Lance discuss using magic items (and other similar, setting-dependent equipment) and how to make them memorable.This Week's Password is "Upgrade"Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official Website: https://www.recordbuttongroup.com/Official Merch Store: https://trbme

Episode 20: The Balancing Act of Rules vs. Rule of Cool

Jul 29 2022 62 mins  
Technoghosts continue to haunt the Game Master Speakeasy while Cody & Lance discuss the balancing act game masters perform to keep their players engaged. This week’s password is: “Acrobatics” Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official Website: https://www.recordbuttongroup.com/Official Merch Store: https://trbm

Episode 19: Creating Memorable Role-Playing Moments

Jul 15 2022 51 mins  
Step in from the summer heat and into the Game Master Speakeasy where Cody & Lance discuss ways to make roleplaying memorable in your games.This Week's Password is: "Performance"Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official Website: https://www.recordbuttongroup.com/Official Merch Store: https://trbmerchstore.threadless

Episode 18: In Defense of the Wooden Boulder: Making your Combat Immersive

Jul 01 2022 53 mins  
The storm rolls on outside of the Game Master Speakeasy but inside you can listen to Cody & Lance discuss keeping combat in your games interesting and engaging.This week’s password is: “Initiative”Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official Website: https://www.recordbuttongroup.com/Official Merch Store: https:/

Episode 17: License to Thrill: Our thoughts on Licensed Games

Jun 17 2022 47 mins  
The rain keeps coming but the everburning hearth is warm here in the Game Master Speakeasy where Cody & Lance discuss their thoughts on licensed tabletop roleplaying games. This week’s password is: “Thunderclap”Editor's Note: Audio static begins around 14:40 and ends 15:44Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Offic

Episode 16: Wisdom From The Future! Advice For Our Younger Selves

Jun 03 2022 59 mins  
Step out of the rain and into the Game Master Speakeasy where Cody & Lance answer another listener email asking about game mastering advice they would give to their younger selves.This week’s password is: “Sending”Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] us online!Official Website: https://www.recordbuttongroup.com/Official Mer

Episode 15: Don't Fear the Reaper. Character Death and Handling Loss

May 20 2022 49 mins  
Welcome back to the Game Master Speakeasy where Cody & Lance answer a listener email asking about how to utilize and handle in-game deaths. This week’s password is: “DEATH” (POTENTIAL SPOILERS FOR DEADLANDS LORE) Have a question for the hosts? Send us an email at [email protected] Visit us online! Official Website: https://www.recordbuttongroup.com/ Official M