Roll Play Grow: A TTRPG Business Podcast

Nov 19 2024 92 ep. 53 mins 31
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Roll Play Grow is a TTRPG interview podcast for entrepreneurs, creators, and fans within the tabletop roleplay gaming space. We interview the faces behind the TTRPG brands in the community to learn how they turned their passion for the ttrpg industry into a career, and turn their advice into actionable tips.

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090: How to plan your TTRPG design project

Nov 19 2024 15 mins  
Are you designing a new TTRPG or supplement and feeling overwhelmed? You've got the idea down; you feel confident in writing it, but you don't know what to do next. Start here! In today's episode, your host, Courtney, describes the very first steps you should take to get your project ready. We're going over high level categories like art, layout, and marketing, and helping you get

089: Leveraging Kickstarter for fulltime game design with Chris of Evil Pigeon Gaming

Nov 12 2024 47 mins  
Have you dreamed of becoming a full-time ttrpg designer? That's exactly what today's guest, Chris Craven, did--all with the help of Kickstarter. In today's episode, we dive into his strategies to drop 10 Kickstarter campaigns a year.Find Evil Pigeon Gaming at:LinkTreeServants of the Mimic Queen KickstarterFriday Afternoon TeaGrab a cup of tea with blends based on your favorite nerd

088: Learn alongside me as I pursue multiple business ventures!

Nov 05 2024 21 mins  
We've heard from so many passionate creators over the past few years about how they're turning a love for ttrpgs into a career. It's time to put their tips into action! I am starting a new mini-series of shorter episodes in between interviews to focus on specific things we've learned from our guests as I launch into multiple ventures of my own. In this kick-off episode, I go over a

087: Growing Hatchlings Games & starting a TTRPG Consultancy Business with Rich Oxenham

Oct 29 2024 54 mins  
In this comprehensive episode of Roll Play Grow, we revisit Rich Oxenham of Hatchlings Games, originally featured in 2021. Rich provides an enlightening look into the significant growth of Hatchlings Games, highlighting successful crowdfunding initiatives and the development of projects like Inspirisles, Overisles, and solo journaling games such as Dragon Dowser. Rich shares his ex

086: Producing & Painting Miniatures with JD Wiker

Oct 22 2024 55 mins  
In this engaging episode, Courtney interviews JD Wiker, a seasoned RPG producer and miniature painting aficionado. JD recounts his journey from discovering Dungeons & Dragons in the late 1970s to his professional milestones with Wizards of the Coast, WizKids, and other notable RPG companies. He shares his experiences in creating RPGs like Ars Magica and Dark Matter, as well as

085: Crafting Stories Through Board & Card Games with Emma Larkins

Oct 15 2024 58 mins  
Emma Larkins, celebrated creator of "Abandon All Artichokes" and the eagerly awaited "Epilogue," takes us inside the vibrant world of board game design, discussing the pivotal role of community and collaboration in her design journey. We explore the evolution of games from simple card concepts to intricate storytelling experiences, underscoring the importance of prototyping and the

084: From Video Games to Tabletop Games: A Look at Margaret Krohn's Journey in Gaming

Oct 08 2024 54 mins  
Today we're learning from the dynamic Margaret Krohn, who shares her fascinating journey from being an avid gamer to holding pivotal roles such as Director of Communications at Intrepid Games and the CMO for Roll4It. We discuss her evolution into a content creator, lifestyle adjustments, and the paths she wishes she had discovered earlier in her career.Ever wondered what goes into

083: Making dice boxes that look tasty enough to eat with Andrew of Dodecadonuts

Oct 01 2024 59 mins  
Get ready to roll the dice and hit the sweet spot with our guest, Andrew Davis, the genius behind Dodecadonuts - a successful venture blending the world of tabletop gaming with deliciously whimsical doughnut-shaped dice boxes. Andy reveals his journey, from his long-standing passion for gaming to the creation of a business that's as entertaining as it is tasty. He takes us on a tou

Guess Who's Back! (Podcast & Life Update)

Sep 24 2024 9 mins  
HELLO!!!Y'all, I have missed you so much. I am so excited for Roll Play Grow to officially return next week. Here's an episode to chat about what's been going on lately, and what you can look forward to in the future.Love ya, my friends!Support the showFind Roll Play Grow: Show Page Patreon Discord Lightheart Adventures Website Lightheart Twitter Lightheart Instagram

082: Elevate Your TTRPG Projects with Effective Project Management Tools

Oct 03 2023 31 mins  
Ever feel overwhelmed by managing your tabletop role-play game project? We've been there, and we've got your back! We spent this episode of Roll Play Grow diving deep into the world of project management tools. We shed light on how tools like Asana, Wrike, Notion, and Trello can help simplify your task organization, role assignment, note-taking, and deadline setting. Whether you're