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RPGBOT.Podcast THE PUGILIST - Part 1: "I Cast Fist"Every D&D party has that one character who brings a sword, one who brings a spellbook… and one who brings unresolved childhood issues and a willingness to fist-fight a dragon. Welcome to the Pugilist. Today we explore a popular D&D homebrew martial class fueled by bad decisions, Moxie points, and the medically concerning belief that exhaustion is just another resource pool. If the Barbarian is rage and the Monk is discipline, the Pugilist is: "I didn't hear no bell." Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hos...

2026-03-021h 09

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) News "DHS Enforcement Surge, Fentanyl Crackdown, and Visa Updates: Securing the Homeland"Welcome to this week’s episode, where we dive into the latest updates from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and their impact on our nation. The headline story this week is that DHS, working alongside Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), successfully arrested 370 alien offenders in Massachusetts during a multi-agency operation. This marks one of their most significant enforcement actions this year, reflecting a robust push to address immigration violations and enhance public safety. Acting DHS Secretary Benjamin Huffman stressed the importance of these efforts, stating, “We are empowering our agencies to act decisively to enforce immigration laws and protect Amer...

2025-04-0403 min

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) News Navigating the Evolving Immigration Landscape Under the Trump AdministrationThis week, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced significant policy shifts, signaling major changes in immigration enforcement under the Trump Administration. The most notable headline is the rescission of the "protected areas" policy, which previously prohibited immigration enforcement in sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, and shelters. Acting DHS Secretary Benjamin Huffman stated that these changes empower law enforcement to "protect Americans" and prevent individuals from using these locations to evade arrest. Critics, however, argue this move creates fear in immigrant communities and may deter individuals from seeking critical services like healthcare or emergency shelter.In parallel...

2025-04-0204 min

Who Killed...?Louisiana's No Man's Land: An interview with author Scott DeBoseIn this episode of Crime Capsule, host Benjamin Morris welcomes a special guest to discuss his newly published book, which is a follow-up to his first work on Fort Jessup. The conversation delves into the author's journey in historical research, sparked by his childhood experiences with reenactments and local storytelling in Sabine Parish. He shares how these early influences shaped his passion for history and guided him to become a tour guide at Fort Jessup during high school. The episode highlights the fascinating stories from "No Man's Land" and the author's dedication to uncovering the region's rich hi...

2025-01-2739 min

Sidekicks & Sidequests Episode 143 - Parleys at the Platter #3: Game Design, Play, and D&DHappy New Year! My apologies for the delay on this episode. For our third Parleys at the Platter special, I invited Dr. Paul Gestwicki, Alyssa Visscher, Benjamin Huffman, and Mark Thompson back onto the podcast to discuss something in the zeitgeist with the new 2024 Rules being published: the nature of game design, the idea of play, and how it all relates to D&D. So join this globe-spanning panel (USA, Canada, and the UK) as we discuss everything from the 3rd party developers and homebrew content, to OSR & 4th Edition, and our (at the time) speculations and hopes for...

2025-01-221h 43

Original Law and Disorder Radio ™Law and Disorder December 30, 2024Taxpayers Against Genocide: Lawsuit Filed Against Congress Members For Approving $26.38B In Military Aid To Israel On December 19, 2024, a coalition of human rights activists and organizations filed a class action lawsuit against California Congress members Mike Thompson and Jared Huffman. The lawsuit alleges that the representatives misused their authority by approving $26.38 billion in military aid to Israel, despite evidence that these funds contribute to ongoing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Supported by more than 500 plaintiffs across Northern California, the case highlights growing public demands for accountability in U.S. foreign policy. It was filed by the group T...

2024-12-3057 min

Who Killed...?Unveiling the Process: Research and Storytelling in True CrimeIn this special crossover episode of Who Killed?, host Bill Huffman welcomes Benjamin Morris from Crime Capsule for a deep dive into the art and craft of research and historical writing. With over 20 years of journalism experience, Bill shares insights from his journey as he works on a book about a local cold case from his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in nonfiction or true crime writing, as Benjamin and Bill discuss techniques, challenges, and the importance of thorough research in storytelling. You can tune in for valuable tips and an engaging conversation...

2024-12-271h 10

Who Killed...?The Scott Mausoleum: A Tale of Crime, Intrigue, and Investigation Pt 2Hey guys, here is another show I produce for Evergreen Podcasts. Crime Capsule combines NPR-style hosting with true crime and history sprinkled throughout. If you haven't listened yet, check it out. Thanks, BillIn this episode of Crime Capsule, we kick off our fourth season with a chilling tale from Erie, Pennsylvania. Join host Benjamin Morris and Justin Dombrowski as he recounts the shocking events of February 8, 1911, when Amelia Hertwig stumbled upon the desecration of the Scott Mausoleum. This famed structure, built in 1889 for a prominent family, became the site of a horrifying discovery as its doors we...

2024-10-1825 min

Who Killed...?The Scott Mausoleum: A Tale of Crime, Intrigue, and Investigation Pt 1Hey guys, here is another show I produce for Evergreen Podcasts. Crime Capsule combines NPR-style hosting with true crime and history sprinkled throughout. If you haven't listened yet, check it out. Thanks, BillIn this episode of Crime Capsule, we kick off our fourth season with a chilling tale from Erie, Pennsylvania. Join host Benjamin Morris and Justin Dombrowski as he recounts the shocking events of February 8, 1911, when Amelia Hertwig stumbled upon the desecration of the Scott Mausoleum. This famed structure, built in 1889 for a prominent family, became the site of a horrifying discovery as its doors we...

2024-10-1139 min

Who Killed...?Sarah Ferris talks about Watching Two DetectivesOn this week's episode of Crime Capsule, Benjamin Morris talks with producer extraordinaire Sarah Ferris of Evergreen Podcasts and her new show, Watching Two Detectives.About Watching Two Detectives Season One: "If Tomorrow Never Comes"In our gripping first season, "If Tomorrow Never Comes," we unravel the chilling and complex murder of Michael Furlong. Unlike any crime story you've heard, this case twists on its axis with developments so shocking, they'd be dismissed as too unbelievable for a Hollywood script.Scott Rogan and Peter Hogan are not just recounting the case; t...

2024-09-0541 min

Who Killed...?Murder in Stark County, Ohio: An Interview with author Kim Kenney Pt 1Crime CapsuleAn Evergreen Podcasts ProductionHost: Benjamin MorrisProducer: Bill HuffmanEngineer: Sean Rule-HoffmanRendered in painstaking detail, accounts of high-profile killings and courtroom intrigue filled the pages of Stark County's early newspapers. The triple hanging of three teenage boys in 1880 seized the attention of the entire community. When George Saxton, notorious womanizer and President McKinley's brother-in-law, was shot dead on the front lawn of his widowed lover in 1898, the whole nation looked on. For the brutal slaying of his wife, James Cornelius became the first local prison...

2024-07-1932 min

Who Killed...?Southern Crime Stories and the Dixie Mafia: A Deep Dive with Benjamin MorrisBenjamin Morris joins the show to discuss the true crime show we have been working on for the past few years. Ben is the host, and I am the producer. The show is a product of Evergreen Podcasts and The History Press. Benjamin shares the origin story of Crime Capsule, a website-turned-podcast that brings the voices of true crime writing to the American public. Discover how the true crime community has embraced this show and the exciting perspectives it brings to the scene.Crime Capsule offers diverse perspectives on true crime through interviews with Arcadia Publishing authors...

2024-07-1957 min

Who Killed...?An interview with author Benjamin Morris about his show Crime CapsuleCrime Capsule is a weekly true crime show hosted by Benjamin Morris. This week, I sit down with host Ben Morris to explore the future of Crime Capsule and what cases the audience has to look forward to. Download Crime Capsule & Who Killed wherever you get your favorite podcasts or on Evergreenpodcasts.com.If you would like to help support Who Killed...? you can do so via the Venmo app with my username @bill-huffman-3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024-03-0856 min

Dispel Magic S. 3 ClericWelcome to Dispel Magic! The long awaited final ep of the season, we cover the Cleric class. Parallels with other classes, inherent nature of Devine magics, and once being a cleric always being a cleric whether you like it or not. We'll see y'all in a couple months! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on X! @DispelMagicPod or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us wit...

2023-08-2941 min

Sidekicks & Sidequests Episode 110 - Patron's Pub Night 2: Electric BoogalooAnother bonus episode!?! That's right, we have two of our dedicated Patreon Patrons in the Levitating Platter: Katie "Goblinkatie" Downey & Anson Jablinski! Our longest conversation TO DATE on this podcast, but it's worth it! Join us for this Q&A, discussion, reflection, and check-in on how "Sidekicks & Sidequests" is doing! And note: I've included the raw transcript from Zencastr for this episode as well (will work to go back and retrieve and upload others as I'm able). Please note the transcripts are the UNEDITED version, not the final edit you are listening to. Podcast art...

2023-08-162h 03

Dispel Magic S.3 Detect ThoughtsWelcome to Dispel Magic! No doubt, this episode will leave you thinkin'. Detect Thoughts may have more applications than just advancing the plot. In fact, it does! Whether its high class Magneto hats or mime assassins', this spell finds it way into all sorts of hijinks. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on X! @DispelMagicPod or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp, we...

2023-08-0132 min

Dispel Magic S. 3 Hallow with Sidekicks and SidequestsWelcome to Dispel Magic! We are joined by Kurt from the podcast Sidekicks and Sidequests. We continue our exploration into morality and the Devine with the spell Hallow. Not just blessing or cursing a peice of land, Hallow may just re-shape how cities are built. Let in what you want, leave the rest out, and maybe a little something extra if you ask nice enough. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter!

2023-07-1846 min

Dispel Magic S. 3 Artifact BooksWelcome to Dispel Magic! More specifically, The Book of Exalted Deeds and The Book of Vile Darkness, these singular items supposedly hold great power. Sounds like it would impact a game pretty heavily, no? Well, maybe. We take a look at life changing security protocols, whether its moral to rat out your neighbors, and literal Good and Evil particles. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispel...

2023-07-0543 min

Dispel Magic S.3 Detect Evil and Good with Kill Every MonsterWelcome to Dispel Magic! We are joined by the fine folks at Kill Every Monster, Aram Vartian and Dylan Malenfant, to discuss different versions of Detect Evil and Good. Whether its a glorified creature detector or a quick way to read someone's energy for a reiki session, at least the Paladins will be happy. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If...

2023-06-2042 min

Dispel Magic S.3 MimicWelcome to Dispel Magic! The ubiquitous Mimic. Cornerstone of any dungeon crawl, and potential actual cornerstone in a wall. These sticky, toothy, pseudopoded monsters may have one trick, namely looking like other stuff, but the potential they have is far more nuanced. We talk about colonies, utility, the conservation of mass, and Dane goes deep on adhesives. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com...

2023-06-0637 min

Dispel Magic S.3 PolymorphWelcome to Dispel Magic! Don't go changing for us, but do go changing for Polymorph. This spell is a straight up good time but beware! The lines between man and beast further blur when paired with a number of spells we've already covered. We also answer the age old question, can a warehouse be a backpack? Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com I...

2023-05-2332 min

Dispel Magic S.3 Healing Word w. A Couple of Characters PodcastWelcome to Dispel Magic! Ranger, heal thy self! Well, you'd have to if there aren't doctors anymore. A world with Healing Word would be one of superstition and faith. With the help of Quinn and Alex from A Couple of Characters, we find out that thieves would make the best surgeons and there can be a such a thing as endless hamburgers. Yuck! Find Alex and Quinn here: https://acoupleofcharacterspodcast.com/ Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game,

2023-05-0940 min

Dispel Magic S.3 SleepWelcome to Dispel Magic! Would you believe the spell Sleep would most effect politics? Well if you can stay awake long enough, you'll find out. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp, we're on Patreon: www.patreon.com/dispelmagic Art: Slim Mittens Producer: Benjamin Huffman @sterlingvermin Produce...

2023-04-2528 min

Dispel Magic S.3 Nystul’s Magic AuraWelcome to Dispel Magic! Big show this week, and for good reason. Nystul's Magic Aura may be meta-gamey and seemingly pointless, but there's a good reason Benjamin might ban it from all his future games. It's that wild! I choose you, Dispel Magic! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp, we're on Patreon: ww...

2023-04-1142 min

Dispel Magic Zone of Truth with Derrick from HN2DMWelcome to Dispel Magic! In this super sized ep, we have our first guest, Derrick from How Not to DM and Dragon Talk! We cover Zone of Truth, chosen by Derrick for its interesting existential properties. Yeah, we're getting philosophical in this one. Lotta self reflection. And you know we're bringing that good bureaucratic content! You can find Derrick and all his links here: https://linktr.ee/hn2dm Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you ca...

2023-03-2844 min

Dispel Magic S.3 Water BreathingWelcome to Season 3 of Dispel Magic! We're back and we brought the ✨magic✨! This season is going to be full of twists and turns, but for our opener, we start on a firm foundation. Water Breathing can take you places, but mainly to the beach. Can it break a world setting? Yes it can. Partially submerged metropolis', octo-farmers, and a whole heaping helping of kelp is just the start to a deceptively simple spell. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your ga...

2023-03-1432 min

Sidekicks & Sidequests Episode 096 - Del Ramman & Katniss the Hexblood StonecastersWe join the table of Dane Fox-McGraw & Benjamin Huffman to roll the dice to create a pair of hexblood siblings! Perhaps the MOST META episode of the entire podcast. These two endeavor to create "stonecasts" as they create new fantasy games. If only someone would journey to the Elemental Plane of Earth for a producer credit... Podcast art by Chauncy Riley, Graphics by Chauncy. Visit our website at https://sidekicksandsidequests.com Twitter Page Facebook Page Subreddit Page Instagram Page Discord Server Support the podcast AND use Zencastr at...

2023-02-221h 07

The Student Counsel Boston College with Benjamin HuffmanThis week I talk to Benjamin Huffman about his time on the swim team at Boston College as well as a plethora of other collegey topics! What to learn why he always carries around a stuffed Baby Yoda? You'll just have to listen to find out! Check out more on Boston College below! -- Boston College - https://www.bc.edu/ -- You can engage more with this podcast through the links below! Student Counsel Instagram - @stucopod Student Counsel Email - stucopod@gmail.com

2023-02-2029 min

Dispel Magic Season 2 ReviewWelcome to Dispel Magic! We have come to the end of another season and we have had so much fun! Thank you all for your responses and comments. This episode we go over the second half of Season 2 and let you know what's on the horizon for the show. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/dispelmagicpod Art: Slim Mittens Producer: Benjamin Huffman @s...

2022-11-2230 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Deck of Many ThingsWelcome to Dispel Magic! The Deck of Many Things can be a lot of things to a lot of people. A distraction, a disruption, entertainment, or a plain old plot bomb! In whatever the case, things are going to change when these ivory (?!) cards are in play. Folks could make a career on preparing for such an event. Or perhaps those that make these items start an airship casino to lure mortals to ruin their lives. So many things! Let us know what you think of the show or if we ga...

2022-11-1525 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Call LightningWelcome to Dispel Magic! Call Lighting is a battle spell with an array implications. We explore how a setting can change when electricity is as prevalent as it it in D&D. Spell's, monsters, storms, it's everywhere! Of course it would be harnessed in one way or another. Power grids or steam powered city's, we run some numbers to figure it out. And no, we haven't read the Eberron book yet. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game,

2022-11-0836 min

Dispel Magic S.2 WizardsWelcome to Dispel Magic! The natural progression of the podcast continues. How can you talk about the magic of D&D and not discuss the folks who use magic the most? Wizards throw a lot of things out of whack, but its the particularly potent combo of spells that give us a world where a vast majority of people these particular magic users. Welcome to the wacky wizarding world of wizards! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game,

2022-11-0135 min

Dispel Magic S.2 FabricateWelcome to Dispel Magic! Fabricate is what you make of it, to be sure, but what eventually happens when this spell is in the mix is singularly different to all the spell we've done before. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp, we're on Patreon: www.patreon.com/dispelmagic ...

2022-10-2537 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Arcane LockWelcome to Dispel Magic! Lock up your spell slots, we're doing Arcane Lock. Keep things in, keep things out, it does it all. But we wanna talk about giant doors and towns make of chests. Well, Dane does. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp, we're on Patreon: www.patreon.c...

2022-10-1827 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Mid-Season ReviewWelcome to Dispel Magic! We're going over the all the magic we've covered so far this season and discuss all the feedback we got from you the listeners! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp, we're on Patreon: www.patreon.com/dispelmagic Art: Slim Mittens Producer...

2022-10-1129 min

Dispel Magic Excuse the InterruptionSo this ep is a little different. Dane put together a couple commercial skits based on some of the things we've talked about in the show. What would exterminators be like in a world with magic? How does someone change careers? Why can't I find a trustworthy Hedge Mage? We hope you enjoy this short dive into the world of Dispel Magic! Matty "Mac" McLaughlin- Fred, Announcer Even Widjaja- Client #1 https://www.evanwidjaja.com/ Megan Ratto- Client #2 Twitter- @MeganRattoVO ...

2022-10-0407 min

Dispel Magic S.2 DemiplaneWelcome to Dispel Magic! Yawn. Demiplane. Big whoop, right? Its a room, great. It's a bag of holding, the place. WRONG! This spell will completely change how a setting functions. And would you believe it's a battle spell? It is. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com If you want to support us with gp...

2022-09-2730 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Tenser’s Floating DiskWelcome to Dispel Magic! Toot toot! Next stop is Tenser's Floating Disc. Whatever you think of this spell, you're probably on the right track. The spell helps you roll along with your loot, but after that it kinda runs out of steam. Well we have just the ticket to engineer this spell into a real kick in the caboose. All aboard! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or ema...

2022-09-2030 min

Dispel Magic S.2 MyconidsWelcome to Dispel Magic! Deep underground there is a race of fungal people. They shun the light, can make the dead do their bidding, and...... are really chill! Myconids aren't from any horror movie, they just want to get to that higher state of being, you know? We discuss drugs, movies, and what the singularity really means. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelm...

2022-09-1331 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Enlarge ReduceWelcome to Dispel Magic! No matter how big you are, you can always be bigger. At least that what my weight trainer tells me. The spell Enlarge Reduce subscribes to that to a point, but like anything in D&D there are restrictions. We're going through how to take advantage of those restrictions along with our thoughts on architecture, civic planning, and a host of traps Wile E Coyote would be proud of. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game,

2022-09-0633 min

Dispel Magic S.2 Create or Destroy WaterWelcome to Season 2 of Dispel Magic! Dispel Magic is back all you Dispellers, and we're washing away the old and creating a-new with our first episode back, Create or Destroy Water. Pretty much does exactly what it says, this spell will have you scratching your head for uses outside of survivalist settings. Once you take a step back and see it's potential, whole avenues of Looney Tunes style encounters and distant water cults become available. Water...???...Prophet! Join us, won't you? The water is fine. Let us know what you think of the show

2022-08-3024 min

Dispel Magic Season 1 Finale: WishWelcome to Dispel Magic! BIG NEWS! Our patrons have spoken and we are covering the grand daddy of spells: Wish. What can't this spell do? There's a chance it can do a n y t h i n g. And 66% percent chance you can cast it again. In this ep, we're hitting all the things you love. Expected uses? Yes. Loopholes? Yes. Economic ramifications? You know it. Secret Societies? Heck yeah. MORE BUROCRACY?!?! Of. Course. Because... BIG NEWS! This marks our finale of Season One of Dispel Magic. We shall return...

2022-06-1435 min

Dispel Magic S.1 AwakenWelcome to Dispel Magic! Ring Ring Ring! Hello? Self awareness? None for me, thanks. We're talking about the spell Awaken. Right in line with tropes that cross genre, at first this spell seems like one of frivolity or vanity. Once the ramifications of bringing to life thousand year old Redwood trees sets in... well... imagine if a whole grove could jump at once. New sentient societies, Elephant wizards, and more await you in this weeks ep. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for y...

2022-06-0731 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Animate DeadWelcome to Dispel Magic! No bones about it, we are covering Animate Dead. From actively deadly murder moats to mobile mp3 players, this spell isn't just training wheels for would-be necromancers. As an untapped, undead workforce, taking a person's bones can be quite lucrative. But what about all that sweet meat? Find out! No be scared. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com ...

2022-05-3131 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Scry SpellWelcome to Dispel Magic! In this episode we talk about Scry. Take a look and you'll see into a world of pure observation. Scry may not be all that meets the eye in this subterfuge filled episode. Mob bosses have to go on hikes, gossip tabloid mages, what other hi-jinks do we get up to? Well at least some more bureaucracy and a secret society or two, that's for sure. Right, and the spy-craft wizard orphanage. Yikes. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas...

2022-05-2425 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Charm PersonWelcome to Dispel Magic! In this episode we talk about Charm Person. Taylor made for the fledgling con-artist or clumsy pick-pocket, Charm person comes with a social price tag. We go into the legal ramifications of a spell that makes you so well liked, people may just give you the shirt off their back! But how can the risky results of this spell work in your favor? And what exactly does necromancy magic taste like? Find out what we think and more in this charming episode. Let us know what you think of the show

2022-05-1729 min

Dispel Magic S.1 CloneWelcome to Dispel Magic! At the pleasure of our patron, Dispel Magic would like to present: Clone. Voted on by our patrons, Clone fits nicely into the conversation we had about the Raise Dead™ family of spells. The ultimate spa treatment and maybe the truest answer to immortality, this spell really opens up the options for DM's looking to bring back characters or interesting plot hooks. Also: does anyone really know what Quantum Leap is about? Who knows. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave yo...

2022-05-1033 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Plant GrowthWelcome to Dispel Magic! In this episode we cover the spell Plant Growth. You may think this spell is just for the leaf lovers and tree huggers, but nay! We explore the full impact a gnarled thicket of vines and thorns can have on the whole of society. Rockstar's, Paw Paw fruits, and the total anchorage of the state of Rhode Island all await you in our untamed wilds of a podcast. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, ...

2022-05-0334 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Raise DeadWelcome to Dispel Magic! In this episode we cover the spell Raise Dead. This spell may save your favorite character saver, but it does come at a cost. Literally! In diamonds! Raise Dead along with it's whole family of spells can keep you ticking after you bit the dust, but what happens when one person controls all diamonds? Glittering cults and Paladin life insurance agents await you in this weeks episode! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you c...

2022-04-2634 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Rust MonsterWelcome to Dispel Magic! In a first for the show we cover a magical creature, the rust monster! These goofy looking dudes might seem innocuous at first, fine fodder for first level players, but digging deeper uncovers some surprises. From ruthless firbolg warlords to halfling druid knights to deep sea diving treasure hunters, the humble rust monster might just change your D&D game forever. Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game, you can reach out on...

2022-04-1926 min

Dispel Magic Bonus: The Ultimate Adventurers HandbookWelcome to Dispel Magic! In this very special BONUS episode, we run down a couple spells from Benjamin's new book, The Ultimate Adventurer's Handbook. Whether it's time manipulation or practical jokes, we talk about what you can do in your own game using these unique and original spells. You'll find these and many others, including new race options and subclasses in the UAH, now available in print and pdf on the DMsGuild! Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any ideas for your game,

2022-04-1923 min

Episode 48: Beefy Bean Boy (feat. Dane Fox-McGraw from Dispel Magic, Bubbling Questions, and Dungeons & Dragon Types) We're joined by our first guest of the year, Dane Fox-McGraw (he/him) from Dispel Magic, Bubbling Questions, and Dungeons & Dragon Types! We talk podcasting, spells, and even make a familiar face into a D&D character. For more information, please check out our website. Email: acoupleofcharacterspod at gmail dot com. Twitter, Instagram, Patreon: ACoCPodcast. Bookshop dot org storefront and gift cards. Use code CHOOSEINDIE on Libro.fm to receive a free audiobook when you purchase a subscription. Dane Fox-McGraw: Podcasts. Twitter. The...

2022-04-1400 min

A Couple of Characters Episode 48: Beefy Bean Boy (feat. Dane Fox-McGraw from Dispel Magic, Bubbling Questions, and Dungeons & Dragon Types)We're joined by our first guest of the year, Dane Fox-McGraw (he/him) from Dispel Magic, Bubbling Questions, and Dungeons & Dragon Types! We talk podcasting, spells, and even make a familiar face into a D&D character. For more information, please check out our website. Email: acoupleofcharacterspod at gmail dot com. Twitter, Instagram, Patreon: ACoCPodcast. Bookshop dot org storefront and gift cards. Use code CHOOSEINDIE on Libro.fm to receive a free audiobook when you purchase a subscription. Dane Fox-McGraw: Podcasts. Twitter. The...

2022-04-1454 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Bag of HoldingWelcome to Dispel Magic! This episode we cover out first magic item, an adventurers staple: Bag of Holding. A D&D classic, the Bag of Holding helps with many aspects of the game for players and DM's alike, but who would benefit most in world? Who would seek out these useful and affordable item's? We're not going to spoil it, but they might rhyme Flamazon. And yes, this bag can be used as a weapon, but maybe not as you'd expect. Let us know what you think of the show or if...

2022-04-1235 min

Dispel Magic The Secret ShowWelcome to Dispel Magic's *Secret Show*! ssshhhhh...it's a secreeeeettt.... This episode we have an exciting announcement: we have a Patreon! Every month you will be able to download an extra episode much like this one, where we discuss our own D&D games and ideas, respond to listener feedback, re-evaluate past ideas, and generally nerd out! We hope you enjoy this *secret* episode and check us out at: www.patreon.com/dispelmagic Let us know what you think of the show or if we gave you any...

2022-04-0554 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Speak with DeadWelcome to Dispel Magic! This episode we talk about the spell, speak with dead. Often used in games to aid investigations into a creature's death, speak with dead has numerous applications obvious and obscure. Join us as we explore the grisly practices of assassin's guilds, the esoteric collections of tomb-libraries, and that creepy cabinet where you keep the skulls of your ancestors. Let us know what you think of the show or if this gave you any ideas for your game by reaching out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or emai...

2022-03-2920 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Detect Poison and DiseaseWelcome to Dispel Magic! This episode we talk about the spell detect poison and disease. At first blush its a spell of few uses but on a closer look it opens up a huge array of worldbuilding concepts. From corrupt (or not!) dock masters to orders of masked magic users ensuring the health and safety of nobles and the elite, we dig in to this seemingly innocuous spell. Salud! Let us know what you think of the show or if this gave you any ideas for your game by rea...

2022-03-2224 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Teleportation CircleWelcome to Dispel Magic! This episode we talk about the spell Teleportation Circle. A mark of achievement for any long-playing party of adventurers, Teleportation is the easiest and most reliable way of getting around. But what about the rest of society? And what happen when you put two together? And what about time travel? Now you're thinking with portals. Let us know what you think of the show or if this gave you any ideas for your game by reaching out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: d...

2022-03-1533 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Magic MouthWelcome to Dispel Magic! This episode we talk about the spell magic mouth. Underused, if used at all, we take this story-driven spell and start a real commotion, maybe even a revolution? Bring as much honeycomb and jade as you can carry, cause it's going to get weird. Let us know what you think of the show or if this gave you any ideas for your game by reaching out on twitter! 🐦 @DispelMagicPod 🐦 or email: dispelmagicpodcast@gmail.com Art: Slim Mittens Produ...

2022-03-0831 min

Dispel Magic S.1 Speak with AnimalsWelcome to Dispel Magic! The podcast where we overthink how the spells and magic items of D&D might shape your campaign setting in surprising and unexpected ways. We talk about the spell Speak with Animals, its effects on crime, and what it means to be a person. Let us know what you think or if this gave you any ideas for your game by reaching out on twitter @DispelMagicPod Art: Slim Mittens Producer: Benjamin Huffman @sterlingvermin Produced and Edited: Dane Fox...

2022-03-0123 min

Dispel Magic S.1 MendingWelcome to Dispel Magic! The podcast where we overthink how the spells and magic items of D&D might shape your campaign setting in surprising and unexpected ways. In this first episode we explain the premise of the show and dive into our first spell: Mending Let us know what you think or if this gave you any ideas for your game by reaching out on twitter @DispelMagicPod Art: Slim Mittens Producer: Benjamin Huffman @sterlingvermin Produced and Edited: Dane Fox-McGraw @daneindanger

2022-03-0119 min

Retirement Starts Today Summer Travel Series: Travel Hacking with Lee Huffman [Rebroadcast]We've all been sitting at home for the past year and now everyone is getting the travel bug. That's why today we're kicking off the Summer Travel Series with an interview with Lee Huffman. Lee hosts a podcast called We Travel There and he writes a frugal travel blog at BaldThoughts.com. I've been curious about the world of travel hacking, so I have plenty of questions for Lee about using travel points, how to find the best travel resources, and, of course, where to travel. Check out this interview to help you plan your summer vacation. Outline...

2021-12-1321 min

Who Killed...?Interview w/ Crime Capsule host Benjamin Morris: "Those crazy southerners..."Crime Capsule is a weekly true crime show hosted by Benjamin Morris. This week, I sit down with host Ben Morris to explore the future of Crime Capsule and what cases the audience has to look forward to. Download Crime Capsule & Who Killed wherever you get your favorite podcasts or on Evergreenpodcasts.com.If you would like to help support Who Killed...? you can do so via the Venmo app with my username @bill-huffman-3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021-11-2658 min

Crime Capsule Who Killed...? & Crime Capsule Crossover: Interview w/ host Benjamin MorrisWho Killed...? is a weekly true crime show hosted by Crime Capsule producer Bill Huffman. This week Huffman explores the future of Crime Capsule by sitting down with host Ben Morris and what cases the audience has to look forward to. Download Crime Capsule & Who Killed wherever you get your favorite podcasts or on Evergreenpodcasts.com.For more information about the books from Arcadia Publishing and how to purchase them, please visit their website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021-11-2558 min

How to Take Over the World SPECIAL: Interview on "If I Was Starting Today"Recently, I was interviewed on the podcast "If I Was Starting Today" by Jim Huffman. He has graciously allowed me to play that audio in full. We talk about a lot, including:* How I came up with the name and concept of his podcast* Traits you need to have to take over the world* The energy of the people who are the best in their fields* How to maximize where energy goes* The function of charisma* What it means to be half-insider and half-outsider* An...

2021-10-0646 min

Retirement Starts Today Summer Travel Series: Travel Hacking with Lee HuffmanWe've all been sitting at home for the past year and now everyone is getting the travel bug. That's why today we're kicking off the Summer Travel Series with an interview with Lee Huffman. Lee hosts a podcast called We Travel There and he writes a frugal travel blog at BaldThoughts.com. I've been curious about the world of travel hacking, so I have plenty of questions for Lee about using travel points, how to find the best travel resources, and, of course, where to travel. Check out this interview to help you plan your summer vacation. Outline...

2021-06-2121 min $Dungeon Master\'s Guild House$

Dungeon Master's Guild House Dungeon Master's Guild House: Ep.61 Benjamin HuffmanThe Dungeon Master's Guild House is a podcast where I (Matthew Whitby) sit down to chat all things creative for content on the DMsGuild and beyond! From techniques and tips, to highlights and discussion! This week I'm delighted to be speaking to the adamantine best seller author Benjamin Huffman of the Sterling Vermin, the mastermind behind the Pugilist Class, Keep of the Kobold Queen, and countless fantastic player options! Guest: Benjamin Huffman @sterlingvermin https://www.dmsguild.com/browse.php?author=Benjamin%20Huffman https://sterlingvermin.com/ https://www.patreon.com/sterlingvermin Host: Matth...

2021-03-111h 03

Benjamin Douglas Ray hosts Sustainable Cannabis TV, a daily podcast on cannabis and sustainability.Cannabis branding, a lifestyle approach, and the appeal of California brands on [Sustainable Cannabis TV Ep. 45]Cannabis branding, a lifestyle approach, and the appeal of California brands are discussed with my guest Kieve Huffman the CEO of Engager Brands on [Sustainable Cannabis TV Ep. 45] For 25+ years Kieve has built lifestyle businesses and created new lifestyle brands and products. He has continued to develop new brands in cannabis, music, video, mobile and live events, with a passion for finding solutions to problems, building teams, and developing new revenue streams. I have worked with leading technology, media, mobile and consumer brands: Universal Music, Warner Music, Apple, Microsoft, Yahoo!, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint...

2021-03-0333 min

Brewmasters: Tabletop RPG Design S01E11 - Benjamin HuffmanThis week we're talking to Benjamin Huffman, the Sterling Vermin himself, author behind some of DMs Guild's biggest hits including The Complete Handbook series, The Pugilist, Magus, Scholar, and Spiritualist classes, the Dhampir, Saurian, Giff, and Beastfolk races, adventures, subclasses, feats, firearms, monsters, you name it he's brewed it! Join us as we take a look at 5th edition, homebrew, and politics.►Follow Our GuestIf you're curious to see more of Benjamin's work just click the links below:Website: https://sterlingvermin.comPatreon: https://patreon.com/sterlingverminTwitter: https://twitter.com/sterlingvermin

2021-02-071h 52

Women of the Military Becoming a Rear Admiral in the Coast GuardHer first assignment was out at sea tour. She was on a smaller vessel so she would be out at sea for one to four weeks depending on the work they were doing. She was the only female on the ship she was assigned to and she found time at sea to be very lonely because she couldn’t spend time with anyone on her ship. She was thankful the rotations were short.After that tour, she was selected to become attend Law School in the DC area. While attending Law School she had the opportunity to at...

2021-01-2142 min

Omega Star 7 GM101 - Will o' Wisps, Pugilists, and Worldbuilding.On this week's episode of Gamemastering 101. Skyler discusses the dense topic of Worldbuilding. From anecdotal stories to musings on the success of Star Wars. This episode really is a world in it's own! Credits:Homebrew Review : The Pugilist by Benjamin Huffman - Find it Here!Creator Collaborator : Mr. Shickadance (Twitter / TikTok / Twitch)Theme Music Provided by Hellaaight (@Hellaaight - Instagram) All other Music done by Crit Stop Production. Gamemastering 101 is a Weekly Information Podcast focusing on teaching Young and Old Gamemasters the tips and tricks to bringing their...

2020-12-1434 min

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Tim Dillon and Logan Paul | This Past Weekend #228Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo sits down with Logan Paul fresh off the heels of his superfight rematch announcement and rising comedic star Tim Dillon to talk about Tim Dillon Podcast: The Tim Dillon Show https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4woSp8ITBoYDmjkukhEhxg Logan Paul Podcast: Impaulsive https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGeBogGDZ9W3dsGx-mWQGJA ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by… My Bookie Use promo code PAST for up to $1000 first deposit bonus at https://mybookie.ag Honey Visit https://JoinHoney.com/Theo to try for free Uncommon Apothecary Use promo code THEO15...

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This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Sebastian Maniscalco 2 | This Past Weekend #223Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Sebastian joins to talk about being in a movie with Pacino & De Niro, hosting the VMAs, and hair transplant surgery. Watch Sebastian host the MTV Video Music Awards on August 26th. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode brought to you by Skillshare Visit https://Skillshare.com/TheoVon for 2 months free Honey Get Honey for free at https://JoinHoney.com/Theo Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/t...

2019-08-151h 30

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Different Kinds of Corn | This Past Weekend #222Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo thinks about popcorn and potential, and brings Nick in to play the voicemails because he forgot his computer. This episode is brought to you by Express VP Visit https://expressvpn.com/theo for 3 months free with a 1 year package ZipRecruiter Try for free by visiting https://ZipRecruiter.com/TPW Manscaped Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code THEO at https://Manscaped.com Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://facebook.com...

2019-08-121h 13

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Arctic Biologist Seth Beaudreault | This Past Weekend #221Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Six months a year on the Alaskan frontier. Theo sits down with a guy that he’s only met through email to talk about nature and if the earth is going to be OK. Follow Seth http://www.instagram.com/sethbeaudreault/ Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/theovon Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiEKV_MOhwZ7OEcgFyLKilw Producer Nick https://instagram.com/re...

2019-08-081h 22

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Great Expectations | This Past Weekend #220Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo talks reminisces about going back to school, talks about his family visiting, and listens to some voicemails about last weeks' single mom debacle, surprise babies, and student loans. This episode is brought to you by Shipstation Try ShipStation FREE for 60 days by visiting https://ShipStation.com, click on the microphone and type in THEO. Blue Chew First order free with $5 shipping at https://bluechew.com when using promo code THEO Skillshare Try 2 months free at https://skilshare.com/theovon Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 Music Intro “Celebrate” - Spen...

2019-08-051h 17

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Last Chance U's Coach Jason BrownSubscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo sits down with Coach Jason Brown from Netflix’s hit docuseries Last Chance U. Check out his book ‘Hate Me Now, Love Me Later’ https://www.amazon.com/Hate-Me-Now-Love-Later/dp/195086006X This episode brought to you by… Bombas Buy your Bombas at https://BOMBAS.com/THEO get twenty percent off your first purchase Dollar Shave Club Get your Ultimate Starter Set for just $5 at https://DollarShaveClub.com/THEO Ziprecruiter Try for free at https://ziprecruiter.com/TPW Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook...

2019-08-021h 26

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly | This Past Weekend #218Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo opens the show calling his friend and drummer for Bishop Gunn, Burne Sharp, and asks him about the experience opening up for the Rolling Stones. Then Theo recaps a disastrous Single Mom’s Night Out, and calls the guy who nominated the single mom for San Francisco. They then takes some responses for Will, the 22 year old that was feeling down about knocking up his 19 year old girlfriend, including one from friend of the podcast Jocko Willink. Theo then tells a traumatic story from his childhood, and closes th...

2019-07-301h 25

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Erik Griffin | This Past Weekend #217Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo sits down with the talented and hilarious Erik Griffin. Check out Riffin’ with Griffin’ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI9fEg4ZCx6NsOgDpyzmX1Q This episode brought to you by… Skillshare Try 2 months free at https://Skillshare.com/TheoVon Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/theovon Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiEKV_MOhwZ7OEcgFyLKilw Producer Nick https://instagram.com/realnickdavis Music...

2019-07-251h 48

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Never-ending Walmart | This Past Weekend #216Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo talks about feeling restless at night, starting a non-profit, and listens to some voicemails. This episode is brought to you by Manscaped Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code THEO at https://Manscaped.com Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 Music Intro Sweet Child O’ Mine Cover Tiny Sandhu Outro “Makin’ It” - Bishop Gunn http://bit.ly/MakinIt_BishopGunn Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube...

2019-07-221h 12

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Blind Person Tanja Milojevic | This Past Weekend #215Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo sits down with Tanja Milojevic, and asks her about her experience living without sight. Check out Tanja’s podcasts The White Vault https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-white-vault/id1267043823 VAST Horizon https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vast-horizon/id1461884747 This episode brought to you by… Skillshare Try 2 months free at https://Skillshare.com/TheoVon Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/theovon Clip...

2019-07-181h 36

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Cheek to Seat | This Past Weekend #214Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo talks about his shows at the Hollywood Improv and hanging with Damn Long Neck, reminisces about musical chairs, and takes some voicemails. This episode is brought to you by ShipStation https://shipstation.com Use code THEO for 60 days free Check out my buddy Matt’s game “Streets of Rogue” https://streetsofrogue.com/ Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 Music Intro “Shine” - Bishop Gunn http://bit.ly/Shine_BishopGunn Outro “Makin’ It” - Bishop Gunn http://bit.ly/MakinIt_BishopGunn Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Face...

2019-07-151h 25

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von First Sip from the Hose | This Past Weekend #212Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo reminisces about hot summers as a kid, takes some response calls to a guy trying to get back together with his wife, and talks more about relish. This episode is brought to you by Skillshare https://skillshare.com/theovon for 2 months free Blue Chew Visit https://bluechew.com and use promo code THEO to receive your first order free with just $5 shipping Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 Music “Celebrate” - Spencer Jacob http://bit.ly/Shine_BishopGunn Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Face...

2019-07-081h 11

D&D Character Lab Podcast (DnD 5e)Putting a Dhampir on the PartyThe first feature episode for another super successful DMsGuild author, Garin and Dan highlight the work of Benjamin Huffman with a punching, bow slinging, super tanky duo that go neck and neck all the way to the end. Dan sets a new Lab record and Garin finally gets to live one of his dreams of playing with dinosaurs. Complete Martialist Handbook - Benjamin Huffman and Ross Leisser (https://bit.ly/2GN45Eu) Saurian - Benjamin Huffman (https://bit.ly/2JnXqTO) Pugilist - Benjamin Huffman (https://bit.ly/2zHqYWa) Dhampir- Benjamin Huffman (https://bit.ly/2Jvx9Tw) Patreon: http://patreon.com...

2019-06-0542 min