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The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – EP 17 – Ice CoolTopic - Live from GenCon 2016! I was able to spend a few minutes talking with Egils Grasmanis From Brain Games about their new, super fun dexterity games "Ice Cool" We talk a little about the design process and how the idea for one of the most popular casual games of the year came to be. Enjoy the show! Media - joker123 GenCon 2016 Brain Games.com Ice Cool For our full review of the game, go to https://carpegm.net/game-review-ice-cool/ ‎ Egils Supported: Mikkel Bertelsen's game "Klask" Check out the Ice Cool promo video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhzIZUQvLng 2016-09-2108 min

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – EP 16- Frank DiColaTopic - I was finally able to sit down with Frank DiCola, the creator of Mr. Game!, one of my favorite family games EVER! In this episode, we discuss Mr. Game!, the nature of its design, and some house rules. Frank also gives a little insight into Kickstarter and we discuss some of the hurdles of being an independent game designer. Enjoy the show! Media - GenCon 2016 whoismrgame.com Mr. Game! (@whoismrgame) | Twitter Mr. Game | Facebook Frank DiCola (@Yoshgunn) | Twitter drinkinggamezone.com/drinking-games/mr-game Tabletop Simulator on Steam Buy Mr. Game! For our full review of the game, go to https...2016-09-101h 00

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 12: Going Down to South ParkTonight we laugh at South Park, go fast with Forza, auto aim with Titanfall, stream out with Playstation Now, and... do whatever it is you do in Minecraft. Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnp2YhToS84 2015-02-041h 39

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Game Of The Year 2014 Pt. 1Join Kyle & Kyle in an action packed and fully loaded show this week as we invite special guests Kenny Maxey and Will Blevins to share our favorite games of 2014! In this episode Kyle P. and Will give their top 5 picks. Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Super Brothers" by Guitar Vadar from the Jet Set Radio OST Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPkUX_5CfGI 2015-01-201h 39

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Game Of The Year 2014 Pt. 2Join us for part two of an action packed and fully loaded show this week as we invite special guests Kenny Maxey and Will Blevins to share our favorite games of 2014! In this episode Kenny and Kyle M. give their top 5 picks. Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Rock It On" by Hideki Naganuma from the Jet Set Radio OST Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPkUX_5CfGI 2015-01-201h 42

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 11: What If You Miss?It's Halo CE, Halo 2, Halo 3, and Halo 4 this week!! It's a Halo Extravaganza! Also there's Titanfall and the return of the League of Legends Hour. Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Braum's Theme" by Moisés Nieto from the League of Legends OST Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKvc35SUQgA 2014-12-281h 12

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 10: Let Me “Preface” ThisMobile games, Freemium, Pay to win, MMO, and the dreaded Xbox One! Join Kyle & Kyle for all that and more on this week's episode! Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Halo" by Martin O'Donnell & Michael Salvatori from the Halo: Combat Evolved OST Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6m-xjUCMvA 2014-12-131h 17

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 9: No Gods or KingsJoin Kyle & Kyle this week as we look back on one of the defining series of last generation with Bioshock (2007), Bioshock 2 (2010), and Bioshock: Infinite (2013) Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: Beyond The Sea from the Bioshock OST 20th Century Blues from the Bioshock 2 OST Welcome to Columbia & Everybody Wants To Rule The World from the BioShock Infinite OST Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uc2VWk5_YA 2014-11-301h 58

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 8: Humble BumbleKyle & Kyle talk games from the Humble Indie Bundle 13 including Tower of Guns, Jazzpunk, Teleglitch, and more! Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Competition" by Mike Mirabello from the "Tower of Guns" Original Soundtrack Follow Kyle on Twitter: @eroe_vigoroso https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qS7JGSRaNaE 2014-11-171h 18

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Ep 15 – Project QuintetTopic - In this interview from GenCon 2014, I was able to sit down with Joseph and Carmine of Project Quintet and talk a little about gaming and geekdom in general as well as their bridge simulation and galaxy conquest game, "Project Quintet." Enjoy! Media - Project Quintet 5th Wall Gaming Quintet website Find out more about Quintet on: Facebook@ https://www.facebook.com/SpaceQuintet Twitter@ https://twitter.com/QuintetLive Twitch@ http://www.twitch.tv/quintetlive Joseph supported - Town of Salem: BlankMediaGames Carmine supported - Space Simulator for iOS and Android (Kickstarter) Once again, this episode was made possible by the...2014-11-1232 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 7: Victory FanfareThe clown show is back folks and it's a Final Fantasy bonanza tonight! HA! Just kidding... It's a JRPG extravaganza!!! Plus maybe some talk on Jamestown, Luftrausers, Risk of Rain, and Paranautical Activity. Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Swing De Chocobo" by Nobuo Uematsu from "Distant Worlds: music from Final Fantasy" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_PiEAwmjHo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tLUQNTDcSc 2014-11-011h 26

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 6: Temp ServiceCome hear the story of Admiral Dickhead and how his brother got him that job at the factory downtown. Plus Gauntlet, LUFTRAUSERS, FF9, and more! Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Luftrauser" by KOZILEK from the "LUFTRAUSERS" Original Soundtrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F40XH3Xfzc4 2014-10-171h 29

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 5: Technical DifficultiesFinal Fantasy, LUFTRAUSERS, Gunpoint, Destiny, Half-Life 2 and more this week with guest Will Blevins. Maybe news.... I don't know. Did anything happen in the last two weeks? Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "The Five-Floor Goodbye" by Ryan Ike from the "Gunpoint" Original Soundtrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bclYKFL4NQM 2014-10-031h 23

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives Bonus Show – Smash Bros. EditionOur "buddy" Will Blevins got hands on access to the Super Smash Bros. 3DS demo so we're going to talk about it... and probably reminisce about the good ol' days. Featuring Music From: Super Smash Bros. Brawl on Nintendo Wii https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94z9zry65Rw 2014-09-251h 02

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 4: Hurt Me PlentyHumble Bundles, Final Fantasy IX, Brutal Doom, Half-Life, Warcraft and more this week. Plus we discuss Mircosoft's purchase of Mojang and for the millionth time, yes, I know SURGE is back. Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "At Doom's Gate" from the "Brutal Doom" Original Soundtrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSk9iz9v87U 2014-09-201h 31

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Ep 14 – Sean FannonHands down the BEST interview from GenCon! I had the pleasure of once again catching up with Sean Fannon of Evil Beagle games. We cover a lot of ground in this one, so hold on tight! Enjoy! Host - Dan Whorl Special Guest - Sean Fannon (Evil Beagle Games) Media - Sean's Pick of the Day (dot)com Shaintar (dot)com Evil Beagle Games (dot)com You can purchase Shaintar and other Evil Beagle products at: Evil Beagle Products on DriveThru RPG Follow Sean! -on Google+ -on Facebook -on Twitter Sean Supported: SpringGiving and ThanksGmaing and also: Doctors Without Borders This e...2014-09-1852 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 3: A Lucid DreamForget Destiny! This week we've got Heretic, Hexen, and Jamestown, along with old favorites Half-Life and Doom 3. Plus who remembers the Dreamcast? Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Prisoner of the Badlands" by Francisco Cerda from the "Jamestown" Original Soundtrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcaY1rrIRf4 Watch Kyle & Kyle play Jamestown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIFhC2z-7g4 2014-09-121h 24

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep. 2: Our Mutual FriendIt's Doom, Quake, Half-Life, Black Mesa, Warcraft, Walking Dead Season 2, and 7 Days to Die this week with our Special Guest Will Blevins. Plus there's a New 3DS and Saints Row! Will Blevins likes to stream games at http://www.twitch.tv/tenks_brief/ Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Last Legs" by Kelly Bailey from "The Orange Box" OST (Half-Life 2: Episode Two) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6ZI8IjWRkE 2014-09-041h 44

CGM Digital Network MegafeedExtra Lives – Ep 1: We’re Here!This week we celebrate our first episode (Shhhh! Those other ones don't count!) and talk more RAGE, Half-Life 2, Doom 3, League of Legends, and that whole Zoe Quinn thing. also; WHY THE HELL DID I BUY DUKE NUKEM FOREVER!?!? WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME! Theme Music: "RetroFuture Dirty" by Kevin MacLeod Additional Music: "Tropic of Cancer" by Chris Christodoulou from the "Risk of Rain" OST https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TzuWXHmfbc 2014-08-3000 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 45 – Happy Belated Birthday To Us!Topic - In this episode, we talk about games that we hate and how to make them better. Also, we take a look at the last 2 years of podcasting and the misadventures that came with them. This is not a standard episode of the Gamecast, so if this is your first time listening, be sure to check out a couple of other episodes as well! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, Steve, and Lucas 2014-08-221h 06

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 44 – Is Another Man’s TreasureTopic - In this episode, we talk about reward mechanics, loot, and ways to make them interesting in game. Hosts - Dan, Mack, Steve, and Lucas Media - Be sure to check out and support the Tsunamicon Kickstarter, a National level gaming convention based in Wichita, Kansas and being organized by our sister podcast, Metagamers Anonymous. Only good things can come of this…….. Tsunamicon Kickstarter Tsunamicon.org Tsunamicon Facebook 2014-07-311h 09

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Ep 13 – Erik CarlSpecial Guest - Erik Carl Topic: I had the great pleasure of sitting down with my good friend, host and Executive Producer of Metagamers Anonymous, and patriarch of the Prismatic Tsunami community, Erik Carl. We discussed gaming with kids and his latest venture, TsunamiCon! Support! Support! Support! Media - Be sure to check out and support the Tsunamicon Kickstarter, a National level gaming convention based in Wichita, Kansas and being organized by our sister podcast, Metagamers Anonymous. Only good things can come of this…….. Tsunamicon Kickstarter Tsunamicon.org Tsunamicon Facebook Erik Supported: BobCon: A gamer retreat in Kansas City BobCon 2014 by Brad Kelley...2014-07-2958 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 43 – 5th Edition D&D – Our First ImpressionsTopic - In this episode, we make a few announcements, discuss what we've been doing lately, and have our first argument er....discussion about the 5th Editionof Dungeons and Dragons. Hold on tight, this one gets a little bumpy! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, Steve, and Lucas Media - Be sure to check out and support the Tsunamicon Kickstarter, a National level gaming convention based in Wichita, Kansas and being organized by our sister podcast, Metagamers Anonymous. Only good things can come of this........ Tsunamicon Kickstarter Tsunamicon.org Tsunamicon Facebook 2014-07-171h 35

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Int17 – Jim Pinto/Toolcards 2In the latest episode of our interview series, Erik sits down once again with veteran game designer and friend to the Tsunami community Jim Pinto of Post World Games to discuss his latest invention Toolcards 2, now funding on Kickstarter. We talk gaming, geek culture, andhow to get Jim out to TsunamiCon in November (hint: scroll down to the stretch goals!). Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.2014-07-0354 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep66 – Cardboard Carnage and TsunamiConIn our sixty-sixth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik records an interview conducted by Wichita-based board gamer website Cardboard Carnageabout TsunamiCon. Gregg interviews Erik about the origins of the Prismatic Tsunami community, the strategy behind raising money for a convention, and what you can expect at TsunamiCon 2014 this fall. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Links from the show: TsunamiCon Kickstarter Page Cardboard Carnage TsunamiCon 2014 TsunamiCon Facebook Page 2014-06-3053 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep65 – All Aboard!In our sixty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous and another installment of “things Erik apparently doesn’t understand about good gaming”, the cast holistically climbs aboard the plot train to discuss the view. The topic is railroading, with all that implies. They also offer a bit of rapid-fire City Project content, mull over some of the latest challenges in their current weekly campaign, and present a brief overview of the TsunamiCon Kickstarter. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a li...2014-06-251h 53

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep64 – Organic MulticlassingIn our sixty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast explores the process of diversifying characters organically during development. They also talk about the end of their latest adventure, read some listener email, and talk about how characters are defined by their abilities. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William, and Jason Links TsunamiCon 2014from the show: TsunamiCon Facebook Page Tsunami GameDay Summer 2014 2014-06-201h 35

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep63 – Dungeon DressingIn our sixty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast takes a critical look at the immersive potential of the dungeon crawl. The hosts discuss their personal experience with dungeoneering, how narrative affects the experience, and RPG history is responsibility for many contemporary assumptions regarding the genre. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, William, Jason, and Richard Links from the show: TsunamiCon 2014 TsunamiCon Facebook Page Tsunami GameDay Summer 2014 Zeitgeist 2014-06-111h 25

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep62 – The Social NetworkIn our sixty-second regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the show has an official send-off for the amazing B-Team co-hosts who are moving away in the next week or two. They also make the official TsuanmiCon announcement, talk about the pending release of D&D5, and address a listener-submitted question regarding NPC management in campaigns. Naturally, hi-jinks ensue. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun, and Liz Links from the show...2014-06-041h 34

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep61- Philosophically Speakingn our sixty-first regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast barely scratches the surface of the application of philosophical constructs as character rewards and motivations. They also talk a little personal philosophy, ruminate on some recent game-related challenges, wax rhapsodic regarding some movie choices, and touch on Erik’s struggle to compress cosmic horror into heroic fantasy and still come out ahead. And sane. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Er...2014-05-221h 21

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep60 – R’n’RPGIn our sixtieth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the immersive potential of the simple little rewards characters can achieve at the end of the day. They also answer some listener emails, ruminate about the roleplaying potential inherent in experiencing PC reactions to the first time they kill someone, and talk about using those moments when a metagaming decision seems to break out of character to further enhance the character’s growth. Yeah… it’s a lot. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or...2014-05-131h 19

CGM Digital Network MegafeedTangents! – Incident 4Topic - The debut of "Geek and Destroy" Special Guest(s) - Bryan King (CarpeGM Gamecast) and Joe Jakul (A guy we know) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-05-0935 min

The Carpe GM GamecastTangents! – Incident 4Topic - The debut of "Geek and Destroy" Special Guest(s) - Bryan King (CarpeGM Gamecast) and Joe Jakul (A guy we know) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-05-0935 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedModiphius Calling – Episode 14On this episode, meet our new co-host Zarina! She tells us about her first time playing D&D, and Chris talks about the Infinity wargame. WTF D&D Parodies Achtung! Cthulhu! Then we build an Achtung Cthulhu Scenario with the Plotting Cthulhu utility, to help you create stories you might never think of on your own. now available on Modiphius.com and Drive Thru RPG. Running time for this episode is 49 minutes. Running Order: 03:07 News 09:22 What's on Your Table? 22:57 "Plotting Cthulhu" Adventure creation tool walkthrough 46:22: WTF, D&D??? Parodies Achtung! Cthulhu Episode 14 Links: News Achtung! Cthulhu in Stores: Stockists: http://www.mo...2014-05-0800 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep 59 – Hit Me Baby, One More TimeIn our fifty-ninth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses how the immersive opportunities involved in “failing upward” and seeing your character take his lumps. They also discuss recent games, swap some old gaming stories, and talk a little bit about the latest issue of the community periodical. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Jason and The Other Jason Links from the show: Tsunami Quarterly Review TsunamiCon 2014 TsunamiCon 20...2014-05-071h 20

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep 58 – How Big a Boy Are Ya?In our fifty-eighth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses how the depth and role of an NPC is commensurate with the level of investment from the players. They also discuss how setting familiarity affects immersive opportunities in long-term play, talk about their recent game sessions, and provide a collection of Tsunami City Project entries for April. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, William and Jason Links from the...2014-04-301h 26

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGeek Chic – Ep 6 – Geeks and their AppsWe’re not sure what it is, but Geeks like their apps. Our hosts offer up some of their favorite apps and why they like them so you too can use awesome apps. We all are Android users so these are all android compatible apps, sorry, iPhone folks. As Liz says, we Po’. We can’t afford them iPhones. But as every Android user knows, for every Android app there are 10 Apple apps that probably do it better. If you have any Apps you think we should talk about, let us know! We love Apps!2014-04-241h 13

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep 57 – What We Have LearnedIn our fifty-seventh regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast commemorates two full years of RPG podcasting, community involvement, and how it has affected their experiences at the game table. They compare notes about the sum of their experiences, discuss how it has affected them personally, and even delve into a fun bit of trivia regarding content from the first two episodes of the series. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hos...2014-04-181h 22

CGM Digital Network MegafeedProbably Questionable – Ep 85 – Arbitrary BracketologyHost: Joe Special Guest(s): N/A It's time for the first ever edition of PQ's April Atrocity. We made a bracket, filled it with Marvel & DC comic characters, and pit them against each other in the ultimate battle of popularity. In Episode 85, we break down the first round. - Intro/What's New? - Daddy Soda of the Day (Brewery Ommegang Rare Vos) - April Atrocity: Round 1 Breakdown 2014-04-1745 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Live! @ Tsunami GameDay VIOn April 5th, the Prismatic Tsunami web community and the cast of Metagamers Anonymous hosted yet another live event at The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks in East Wichita. It was an all-day miasma of tabletop gaming with gamers from in and around the area. As the evening drew to a close, the cast recorded a live podcast with the participation of the numerous players, GMs, and casual game enthusiasts in residence, discussing their games, drawing prizes, and generally having a good time. Afterwards, Erik and the ladies from Geek Chic sat down the next morning to discuss the event. Enjoy! Metaga...2014-04-111h 02

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 42 – The Dangers of Social EngineeringTopic - In this episode, we discuss player agency, character sovereignty and control, and what happens when those concepts are compromised. Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, and Lucas The intro music is : Corner (Instrumental) Blue Stahli http://www.fixtstore.com/product/62999/Blue-Stahli---Blue-Stahli-Instrumentals-%28MP3-Album%29 2014-04-051h 23

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon – Ep56 – Let the Wookie WinIn our fifty-sixth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the challenges involved in maiming and disfiguring player characters and how it can affect the game. They also take a stab at the question of the disadvantage of immersive play styles to the indie gamer, toss out a new round of Tsunami City Project locations, and sit down for a brief discussion with Colin from Lone Wolf regarding the latest feature to grace the Hero Lab platform, their exciting new Encounter Builder. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the...2014-04-031h 42

CGM Digital Network MegafeedTangents! – Incident 3Topics Discussed: The Wisconsin Cheese Cartel / The Soundtrack to Our Lives Special Guest(s) - Bryan King (CarpeGM Gamecast) - Kyle Mccauley (The Backwards CompatiblePodcast) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-03-2839 min

The Carpe GM GamecastTangents! – Incident 3Topics Discussed: The Wisconsin Cheese Cartel / The Soundtrack to Our Lives Special Guest(s) - Bryan King (CarpeGM Gamecast) - Kyle Mccauley (The Backwards CompatiblePodcast) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-03-2839 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetanon Ep 55 – Postmortem DepressionIn our fifty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the immersive roleplaying opportunities afforded to survivors following the death of a colleague, how to remember fallen comrades and deal with their replacements, and ways that your characters can grow from the experience. They also take some time to further unpack some of the narrative discourse from the previous episode via a handful of listener emails. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedb...2014-03-281h 28

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGeek Chic – Ep 5 – Supporting Little GeeksBetween holidays, sickness, weather and a serious case of the blahs, it’s been awhile. But there is hope. Here is Episode 05 where our hosts tackle how to handle little geeks who are struggling to handle what is and isn’t socially acceptable to their peers. We hope you enjoy our thoughts on the process of supporting them without smothering them in their sleep.2014-03-251h 05

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 41- Godzilla and Mickey Mouse Walk Into a Bar….Topic - In this episode, Mack and Steve accidentally drop some content bombs on our horizon that include a Godzilla game that sounds fantastic and Alignment Discussion version 1.5 occurs. As a result, we didn't quite make it to the topic that we'd planned so we decided to figure out the location of that pesky missing plane! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, Steve, and Lucas Media - The JWitz - Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/TheJWittz The intro music is : Corner (Instrumental) Blue Stahli http://www.fixtstore.com/product/62999/Blue-Stahli---Blue-Stahli-Instrumentals-%28MP3-Album%29 2014-03-211h 13

CGM Digital Network MegafeedProbably Questionable – Ep 84 – Literally Looking For ContentHost: Kyle Special Guest(s): N/A We catch you all up on the whole lot of nothing we've been doing for the last 2 months. There's some news stories, and the first ever repeat beer. Hopefully you enjoy it. - Intro/What's New? - Daddy Soda of the Day (Strongbow Cider) - News Stories The Most Depressing Ending To A Porno We've Ever Seen (NSFW): http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/19/porn-sad-ending_n_4994039.html This Is the Most Expensive Dog in the World: http://gawker.com/this-is-the-most-expensive-dog-in-the-world-1547597498 Exclusive Interview with the Director of Jurassic World: http://m.ign.com/articles/2014/03/18/exclusive-interview-with-the-director-of-jurassic-world Aquarium Bur...2014-03-2139 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetanon – Ep 54 – Narrative ControlIn our fifty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast tackles the complex question of shifts in narrative control in immersive gaming, mulls over the division between roleplaying and story-driven gaming, and expounds on the traditional roles of player and GM. They also delve deep into the topic of roleplaying as a means of exorcising your inner demons. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun and Liz Links fro...2014-03-191h 33

CGM Digital Network MegafeedTangents! – Incident 2Topics Discussed: Flava Whitman / Birthday Debacle Special Guest(s) - Kyle McCauley (The Backwards Compatible Podcast) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-03-1423 min

The Carpe GM GamecastTangents! – Incident 2Topics Discussed: Flava Whitman / Birthday Debacle Special Guest(s) - Kyle McCauley (The Backwards Compatible Podcast) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-03-1423 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetanon – Ep 53 – Coup, Coup, Cachoo!In our fifty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast investigates the immersive opportunities of political gaming, talks a little bit about NPC and scenario presentation, and discusses their recent game sessions. They also take the time to answer some listener email. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William and Jason Links from the show: Tsunami GameDay Spring 2014 Tsunami Quarterly Review TsunamiCon V-I-G Memberships Buccaneer Bass Inn Adventure 2014-03-131h 05

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 40 – Johnny ApplesodeTopic - Joined by a new addition to the show, our good friend Garber, we discuss Twitch Plays Pokemon and a newly released game. Then I lead the guys down a rambling path of rapid fire topics suggested by YOU, the listeners....Enjoy! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, Steve, and Garber Media - Guts of Glory Kickstarter Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1630646578/guts-of-glory-the-boardgame 2014-03-071h 20

The Carpe GM GamecastTangents! – Incident 1Topics Discussed: ~The Dangers of Being Inspired ~ Beanboozled! Special Guest(s) - Kyle McCauley, David Frazier (both of The Backwards Compatible Podcast) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-02-2150 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedTangents! – Incident 1Topics Discussed: ~The Dangers of Being Inspired ~ Beanboozled! Special Guest(s) - Kyle McCauley, David Frazier (both of The Backwards Compatible Podcast) Tangents! is a supplementary podcast, produced in affiliation with the CarpeGM Gamecast. All copyrights,feed information, and short-comings are shared by both shows.....Enjoy!2014-02-2150 min

The Carpe GM GamecastGamecast- Ep 38 – The OutsiderTopic - In this episode, we're short a couple of hosts, so we make the best of the situation with Kyle from the Backwards Compatible Podcast sitting in. We have a lively discussion about the pros and cons of brick walls and scary carpets, also, we talk about what the table-top RPG hobby looks like from the perspective of an outsider......and maybe.....just maybe.......convince another one of those other "gamers" to come over to the dark side................. Hosts - Dan, Mack, and Kyle Media - The Backwards Compatible Podcast - https://carpegm.net/podcasts/bcpodcast/ Achtung! Cthulhu Keeper's Guide an...2014-02-171h 09

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast- Ep 38 – The OutsiderTopic - In this episode, we're short a couple of hosts, so we make the best of the situation with Kyle from the Backwards Compatible Podcast sitting in. We have a lively discussion about the pros and cons of brick walls and scary carpets, also, we talk about what the table-top RPG hobby looks like from the perspective of an outsider......and maybe.....just maybe.......convince another one of those other "gamers" to come over to the dark side................. Hosts - Dan, Mack, and Kyle Media - The Backwards Compatible Podcast - https://carpegm.net/podcasts/bcpodcast/ Achtung! Cthulhu Keeper's Guide an...2014-02-171h 09

The Carpe GM GamecastGamecast – Ep 32 – We’re Baaack!Topic - In this episode, we announce the birth of the Carpe GM Digital Network ! Dan gives a brief description of the shows on the network and makes a few exciting announcements, as well. We answer a couple of listener emails, one of which also contains our first entry into the Game Store Weirdos contest. And finally, Brian debuts a new game for the podcast....Ask Aubrey! Hosts - Dan,Bryan, Mack, Steve Media - Sentinels of the Multiverse Saints Row 4 - Million Dollar Copy The Backwards Compatible Podcast Metagamers Anonymous Modiphius Calling The Probably Questionable Podcast Subscribe to the CarpeGM Dig...2013-10-301h 25

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 32 – We’re Baaack!Topic - In this episode, we announce the birth of the Carpe GM Digital Network ! Dan gives a brief description of the shows on the network and makes a few exciting announcements, as well. We answer a couple of listener emails, one of which also contains our first entry into the Game Store Weirdos contest. And finally, Brian debuts a new game for the podcast....Ask Aubrey! Hosts - Dan,Bryan, Mack, Steve Media - Sentinels of the Multiverse Saints Row 4 - Million Dollar Copy The Backwards Compatible Podcast Metagamers Anonymous Modiphius Calling The Probably Questionable Podcast Subscribe to the CarpeGM Dig...2013-10-301h 25

CGM Digital Network MegafeedGamecast – Ep 30 – Video Games are Rock and RollHost - Dan, Bryan, Kyle, David Topic - In this episode, we discuss video games as a culture piece as Rock and Roll was a culture piece in the 60's. Also, we introduce our guests, Kyle and David, as the hosts of the Backwards Compatible Podcast and welcome the show onto the CarpeGM Digital Network! Media - If you would like to hear more from Kyle and David , be sure to check out Backwards Compatible Podcast on the CarpeGM Network. Feed address: https://carpegm.net/feed/backwards-compatible/2013-08-0950 min

The Carpe GM GamecastGamecast – Ep 30 – Video Games are Rock and RollHost - Dan, Bryan, Kyle, David Topic - In this episode, we discuss video games as a culture piece as Rock and Roll was a culture piece in the 60's. Also, we introduce our guests, Kyle and David, as the hosts of the Backwards Compatible Podcast and welcome the show onto the CarpeGM Digital Network! Media - If you would like to hear more from Kyle and David , be sure to check out Backwards Compatible Podcast on the CarpeGM Network. Feed address: https://carpegm.net/feed/backwards-compatible/2013-08-0950 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 29 – Mail Bag!Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Steve, Tyler, Mack Topic - In this episode, our intrepid hosts tackle some questions and comments from our listeners, for better or worse. Also, we announce our "Gamestore Weirdos" contest. Notes - The Pathfinder book that was mentioned in this episode is actually Ultimate Campaign my apologies for the oversight! Be sure to enter our "Game Store Weirdos" contest..... find out more at https://carpegm.net/contest/ Like The Cold Stares? Find out more: on their website http://www.thecoldstares.com/ on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thecoldstaresmusic on Twitter https://twitter.com/thecoldstares Purchase their latest album "A...2013-08-011h 05

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 29 – Mail Bag!Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Steve, Tyler, Mack Topic - In this episode, our intrepid hosts tackle some questions and comments from our listeners, for better or worse. Also, we announce our "Gamestore Weirdos" contest. Notes - The Pathfinder book that was mentioned in this episode is actually Ultimate Campaign my apologies for the oversight! Be sure to enter our "Game Store Weirdos" contest..... find out more at https://carpegm.net/contest/ Like The Cold Stares? Find out more: on their website http://www.thecoldstares.com/ on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thecoldstaresmusic on Twitter https://twitter.com/thecoldstares Purchase their latest album "A...2013-08-011h 05

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Episode 8 – Sean FannonTopic - I had the great pleasure of sitting down with writer and game designer Sean Fannon for a while. During this time we discussed how he got into the industry, where he's been, what he's done, and what he's doing now, including but not limited to his new Kickstarter project, Shaintar : Legends Unleashed. Finally, in this episode, Sean tells us his "Game Store Weirdo" story as I prematurely announce the next CarpeGM Gamecast contest of the same name. Links - Shaintar: Legends Unleashed (Kickstarter) Evil Beagle Games Drive Thru RPG The Fantasy Roleplaying Gamer's Bible 2nd Edition The OmniCosm - - Ev...2013-07-061h 18

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – Episode 8 – Sean FannonTopic - I had the great pleasure of sitting down with writer and game designer Sean Fannon for a while. During this time we discussed how he got into the industry, where he's been, what he's done, and what he's doing now, including but not limited to his new Kickstarter project, Shaintar : Legends Unleashed. Finally, in this episode, Sean tells us his "Game Store Weirdo" story as I prematurely announce the next CarpeGM Gamecast contest of the same name. Links - Shaintar: Legends Unleashed (Kickstarter) Evil Beagle Games Drive Thru RPG The Fantasy Roleplaying Gamer's Bible 2nd Edition The OmniCosm - - Ev...2013-07-061h 18

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 28 – Super-Musings Volume 1Hosts - Dan, Steve, Tyler, Mack, Bryan Topic - In this episode, we talk about Star Trek- Into Darkness from the Trekkie and Non-Trekkie points of view. This episode also contains part 1 of a 2 part series concerning Superman. In part one, we discuss the lore of the "Big Blue Boy Scout", his history, and our opinions before we see Man of Steel. Be sure to check out part 2 of the series where we will be discussing our opinions of "Supes" after having seen Man of Steel, where we will also present a review and breakdown of the theatrical release in classic...2013-06-211h 06

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 28 – Super-Musings Volume 1Hosts - Dan, Steve, Tyler, Mack, Bryan Topic - In this episode, we talk about Star Trek- Into Darkness from the Trekkie and Non-Trekkie points of view. This episode also contains part 1 of a 2 part series concerning Superman. In part one, we discuss the lore of the "Big Blue Boy Scout", his history, and our opinions before we see Man of Steel. Be sure to check out part 2 of the series where we will be discussing our opinions of "Supes" after having seen Man of Steel, where we will also present a review and breakdown of the theatrical release in classic...2013-06-211h 06

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Episode 7 – Mark HogeCarpeGM Interviews - Episode 7 - Mark Hoge I had the opportunity to sit down with Mark Hoge, Founder, and Director of Renaissance Adventures, and creator of Adventure Quest: Fantasy RPG for table top and LARP. Since 1995, Mark has been doing fantastic work in Boulder, Colorado, introducing hundreds, if not thousands of kids to the gaming hobby, while nurturing creativity, encouraging imagination, and bolstering self esteem. Mark is now transferring his tried and true LARP system to a table top format and has a Kickstarter campaign to support the effort. Take a look. Media - Adventure Quest Kickstarter RenaissanceAdventures.com Game Knig...2013-01-2353 min

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – Episode 7 – Mark HogeCarpeGM Interviews - Episode 7 - Mark Hoge I had the opportunity to sit down with Mark Hoge, Founder, and Director of Renaissance Adventures, and creator of Adventure Quest: Fantasy RPG for table top and LARP. Since 1995, Mark has been doing fantastic work in Boulder, Colorado, introducing hundreds, if not thousands of kids to the gaming hobby, while nurturing creativity, encouraging imagination, and bolstering self esteem. Mark is now transferring his tried and true LARP system to a table top format and has a Kickstarter campaign to support the effort. Take a look. Media - Adventure Quest Kickstarter RenaissanceAdventures.com Game Knig...2013-01-2353 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep20 – 50,000 Shades of GreyIn our first regular episode of 2013, the cast of Metagamers Anonymous explores the use of alignment and morality systems in immersive gameplay. We also explore some our intentions for the coming year, talk blogging and publishing plans, and provide more great locations for the Tsunami City Project! Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Links from the show: The Prismatic Dragon blog at CarpeGM.Net The Prismatic Dustbunny blog at PrismaticTsunami.Com The Tsunam...2013-01-141h 56

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetAnon Ep19 – Holidazed and ConfusedIn our final episode of the year, the cast of Metagamers Anonymous examines their first year as podcasters, talks about some of their favorite gaming experiences of 2012, reads and discusses some listener feedback, and ponders their goals for the year ahead! We also talk holidays in immersive play and even hand out a few Christmas presents live on the air! Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com. Links from the show: Post a conte...2012-12-251h 50

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 19 – Santa Claws and Other StoriesHosts - Dan, Bryan, Mack, Steve Topic - In this, our holiday episode, we discuss the many legends of Santa Claus, his counterparts, and ways to use them in your games. Don't forget about our Rating and Review Raffle! Learn more at https://carpegm.net/contest/ Happy Holidays!2012-12-241h 11

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 19 – Santa Claws and Other StoriesHosts - Dan, Bryan, Mack, Steve Topic - In this, our holiday episode, we discuss the many legends of Santa Claus, his counterparts, and ways to use them in your games. Don't forget about our Rating and Review Raffle! Learn more at https://carpegm.net/contest/ Happy Holidays!2012-12-241h 11

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – Episode 6 – Contest Contributor, Drew RoseInterviews - Episode 6 - Contest Contributor, Drew Rose In this episode, I finally got the chance to sit down with Drew Rose from our friendly local game store, Heroic Adventures. Drew and I talk a little about his hobbies and what makes him a geek. Then, we spend a little time talking about the shop. A little later, we unveil the prize that Drew and Heroic Adventures is donating to our Rating and Review Raffle. Finally, we finish up with a synopsis on our contest and the prizes that are presently available to be won. Enjoy! Media - Heroic Adventures' Facebook p...2012-12-2124 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Episode 6 – Contest Contributor, Drew RoseInterviews - Episode 6 - Contest Contributor, Drew Rose In this episode, I finally got the chance to sit down with Drew Rose from our friendly local game store, Heroic Adventures. Drew and I talk a little about his hobbies and what makes him a geek. Then, we spend a little time talking about the shop. A little later, we unveil the prize that Drew and Heroic Adventures is donating to our Rating and Review Raffle. Finally, we finish up with a synopsis on our contest and the prizes that are presently available to be won. Enjoy! Media - Heroic Adventures' Facebook p...2012-12-2124 min

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 18 – Tearing up Wreck it RalphOur Rating and Review Raffle is still on! Act fast, it ends 1/1/2013. See https://carpegm.net/contest/ for more details! !!!Spoiler Alert!!! This episode contains major spoilers for Wreck It Ralph!!!! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Tyler, Steve, Bryan Topic - In this episode, we answer(?) yet another listener email. Then we tear into Wreck It Ralph with a GM's eye. We loved the movie and discuss ways to emulate video games in your table top RPGs. (3:50 ) On Our Horizon (16:36) Listener email (32:15) Wreck It Ralph (107:01) Our Favorite Video Game Movie Media - Lincoln (2012) - IMDb Batman: The Brave and the Bold (TV Series...2012-12-181h 26

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 18 – Tearing up Wreck it RalphOur Rating and Review Raffle is still on! Act fast, it ends 1/1/2013. See https://carpegm.net/contest/ for more details! !!!Spoiler Alert!!! This episode contains major spoilers for Wreck It Ralph!!!! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Tyler, Steve, Bryan Topic - In this episode, we answer(?) yet another listener email. Then we tear into Wreck It Ralph with a GM's eye. We loved the movie and discuss ways to emulate video games in your table top RPGs. (3:50 ) On Our Horizon (16:36) Listener email (32:15) Wreck It Ralph (107:01) Our Favorite Video Game Movie Media - Lincoln (2012) - IMDb Batman: The Brave and the Bold (TV Series...2012-12-181h 26

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – Episode 4 – Contest Contributor, Kayt JacksonHey all! As you may know, we have a little contest going on. For more information on our Rating And Review Raffle, visit https://carpegm.net/contest/ I recently had the opportunity to chat with one of the contest contributors, Kayt Jackson. Kayt is donating a hand made figurine. He is a bearded old codger who holds a D10 for you, you may notice a little bird keeping watch over a D20 in the background as well! To learn more about Kayt's shop, you can find it at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChzburgerEnthusiast/about?ref=announce If you want to...2012-12-1807 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Episode 4 – Contest Contributor, Kayt JacksonHey all! As you may know, we have a little contest going on. For more information on our Rating And Review Raffle, visit https://carpegm.net/contest/ I recently had the opportunity to chat with one of the contest contributors, Kayt Jackson. Kayt is donating a hand made figurine. He is a bearded old codger who holds a D10 for you, you may notice a little bird keeping watch over a D20 in the background as well! To learn more about Kayt's shop, you can find it at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChzburgerEnthusiast/about?ref=announce If you want to...2012-12-1807 min

The Carpe GM GamecastInterview Series – Episode 5 – Contest Contributor, Emily BarnesHello again! This is another very short interview with one of the wonderful people donating to our Rating and Review Raffle! Her name is Emily Barnes, and she has made for us, a 3 chambered dice bag! Courtesy of Emily Barnes!! For more info on our Raffle, please visit: https://carpegm.net/contest/2012-12-1805 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterview Series – Episode 5 – Contest Contributor, Emily BarnesHello again! This is another very short interview with one of the wonderful people donating to our Rating and Review Raffle! Her name is Emily Barnes, and she has made for us, a 3 chambered dice bag! Courtesy of Emily Barnes!! For more info on our Raffle, please visit: https://carpegm.net/contest/2012-12-1805 min

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 17 – On PodcastsHosts - Dan, Bryan, Steve, Tyler, Mack Topic - In this episode, we make a few announcements about the show, we kick off our next listener contest , and we discuss some of our favorite podcasts and what about them inspires us. (2:38) Announcements! (WE HAVE A NEW CONTEST!!!!!) (14:45) On Our Horizon (27:09) Podcasts that we love Media - Base Raiders (Kickstarter) Sentinels of the Multiverse: Shattered Timelines (Kickstarter) Save 15% on your car insurance! Heroic Adventures, our FLGS Call of Duty: Black OPs 2 Halo 4 ADELE - Skyfall The League (TV Series 2009– ) - IMDb Podcasts: This American Life Wait Wait...don't tell me Kevin Smith's S...2012-11-241h 13

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 17 – On PodcastsHosts - Dan, Bryan, Steve, Tyler, Mack Topic - In this episode, we make a few announcements about the show, we kick off our next listener contest , and we discuss some of our favorite podcasts and what about them inspires us. (2:38) Announcements! (WE HAVE A NEW CONTEST!!!!!) (14:45) On Our Horizon (27:09) Podcasts that we love Media - Base Raiders (Kickstarter) Sentinels of the Multiverse: Shattered Timelines (Kickstarter) Save 15% on your car insurance! Heroic Adventures, our FLGS Call of Duty: Black OPs 2 Halo 4 ADELE - Skyfall The League (TV Series 2009– ) - IMDb Podcasts: This American Life Wait Wait...don't tell me Kevin Smith's S...2012-11-241h 13

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – Episode 3 – Ross PaytonThe CarpeGM Interview Series - Episode 3 - Ross Payton Notes - I sat down with writer, game designer, and Ennie award winning podcaster, Ross Payton for a nice discussion about the ins and outs, and tips and tricks of running horror RPGs. We also spend some time discussing Ross's past and present projects, including, Base Raiders - a game of super hero dungeon crawling that, at the time of this recording, is a live Kickstarter project. (:20) What's on your geek card? (13:54) How do you run a horror game? (18:48) What do you do to promote player buy-in? (23:25) How do you determine what...2012-10-261h 05

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Episode 3 – Ross PaytonThe CarpeGM Interview Series - Episode 3 - Ross Payton Notes - I sat down with writer, game designer, and Ennie award winning podcaster, Ross Payton for a nice discussion about the ins and outs, and tips and tricks of running horror RPGs. We also spend some time discussing Ross's past and present projects, including, Base Raiders - a game of super hero dungeon crawling that, at the time of this recording, is a live Kickstarter project. (:20) What's on your geek card? (13:54) How do you run a horror game? (18:48) What do you do to promote player buy-in? (23:25) How do you determine what...2012-10-261h 05

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 13 – ContestedHosts - Dan, Bryan, Mack, Steve,and Tyler Topic - In this episode, we read the entries to our first ever listener contest and announce the winner. We then get involved in an event horizon and fall short of making it to topic 2 episodes in a row. (:47) Contest winner announcement (24:23) Event horizon (36:43) Steve moment (45:15) Dan's post-apocalyptic campaign idea Media - Metagamers Anonymous Forum "Vampire movie thread" Borderlands 2 HeroClix Captain America 2 (IMDb) Ant Man (IMDb) Elementary (IMDb) Arrow (IMDb) Sherlock Fright Night (2011) (IMDb) The Lost Boys (IMDb) Lost Boys - The Tribe (IMDb) Dredd 3D (IMDb) Anthrax - I am the Law R...2012-10-1558 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 13 – ContestedHosts - Dan, Bryan, Mack, Steve,and Tyler Topic - In this episode, we read the entries to our first ever listener contest and announce the winner. We then get involved in an event horizon and fall short of making it to topic 2 episodes in a row. (:47) Contest winner announcement (24:23) Event horizon (36:43) Steve moment (45:15) Dan's post-apocalyptic campaign idea Media - Metagamers Anonymous Forum "Vampire movie thread" Borderlands 2 HeroClix Captain America 2 (IMDb) Ant Man (IMDb) Elementary (IMDb) Arrow (IMDb) Sherlock Fright Night (2011) (IMDb) The Lost Boys (IMDb) Lost Boys - The Tribe (IMDb) Dredd 3D (IMDb) Anthrax - I am the Law R...2012-10-1558 min

The Carpe GM GamecastInterviews – Episode 2 – Chris BirchThe CarpeGm Interview Series - Episode 2 - Chris Birch Notes - "World War Two...with tentacles!" I was able to sit down and chat (via Skype) with Chris Birch of Modiphious about his new publishing imprint and campaign series, Achtung! Cthulhu. Enjoy! Media - Modiphius Achtung! Cthulhu Starblazer Adventures Fate RPG Legends of Anglerre Sarah Newton Joystick Junkies Atomic Sock Monkey Press (PDQ System Spirit of the Century (Evil Hat Productions) Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (FFG) Defenders of the Realm Hollow Earth RPG Feng Shui RPG Flames of War Realms of Cthulhu (Reality Blurs) Call of Cthulhu (RPG) (Chaosium Inc.) Trail of Cthu...2012-10-0431 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedInterviews – Episode 2 – Chris BirchThe CarpeGm Interview Series - Episode 2 - Chris Birch Notes - "World War Two...with tentacles!" I was able to sit down and chat (via Skype) with Chris Birch of Modiphious about his new publishing imprint and campaign series, Achtung! Cthulhu. Enjoy! Media - Modiphius Achtung! Cthulhu Starblazer Adventures Fate RPG Legends of Anglerre Sarah Newton Joystick Junkies Atomic Sock Monkey Press (PDQ System Spirit of the Century (Evil Hat Productions) Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (FFG) Defenders of the Realm Hollow Earth RPG Feng Shui RPG Flames of War Realms of Cthulhu (Reality Blurs) Call of Cthulhu (RPG) (Chaosium Inc.) Trail of Cthu...2012-10-0431 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 11 – Dissecting “The Dark Knight Rises”Our listener contest is still going on. Go to https://carpegm.net/contest/ for more info! SPOILER ALERT! This episode contains major spoilers for Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, Steve, Tyler Topic - We lovingly tear apart the final movie in the Batman theatrical trilogy. Discussions include: our likes, dislikes, observations, and plot holes. As well as an extended conversation about settings as characters in your games, a bit about a Gotham City Police Department campaign, and finally, how we would have chosen to end the trilogy. (1:10) On our horizon (8:31) Forthcoming...2012-09-061h 12

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 11 – Dissecting “The Dark Knight Rises”Our listener contest is still going on. Go to https://carpegm.net/contest/ for more info! SPOILER ALERT! This episode contains major spoilers for Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises! Hosts - Dan, Mack, Bryan, Steve, Tyler Topic - We lovingly tear apart the final movie in the Batman theatrical trilogy. Discussions include: our likes, dislikes, observations, and plot holes. As well as an extended conversation about settings as characters in your games, a bit about a Gotham City Police Department campaign, and finally, how we would have chosen to end the trilogy. (1:10) On our horizon (8:31) Forthcoming...2012-09-061h 12

CGM Digital Network MegafeedMetanon – Ep #11In our eleventh episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast tackles the complex challenges of player engagement. Additionally, we touch on some of the latest developments in the Kickstarter world – including a more in-depth look at Monte Cook’s new project – and we take a hardcore look at the controversial topic of gaming etiquette with special guest Dan Whorl from CarpeGM! Metagamers Anonymous is a biweekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Links from the show: Numenera: A New Roleplay...2012-09-031h 23

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 10 – Etiquette, Protocol, and Superstitions!Hosts - Dan, Mack, Steve, Bryan, Tyler Topic - This is a big one. In this episode, we answer(?) some questions about gamer etiquette, discuss some house-rule protocol, and listen to some "man-on-the-street" interviews about gamer superstitions as we discuss and divulge our own. Finally, we announce our first CarpeGM listener contest! (00:37) Episode 10! (1:30) On our horizon (9:00) Disclaimer (10:00) A lengthy discussion concerning gamer etiquette and protocol (53:15) The Gilmore "Gilly" (55:41) Gamer Superstitions (56:15) Man-on-the-street interviews (120:55) The 1st CarpeGM Listener Contest!!! Media - Dark Knight Rises Breaking Bad (IMDb) The Borne Legacy Fortress America Geek and Sundry Fiasco (Bully Pulpit Games) Zima (Wikipedia) Paizo Publis...2012-08-211h 27

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 10 – Etiquette, Protocol, and Superstitions!Hosts - Dan, Mack, Steve, Bryan, Tyler Topic - This is a big one. In this episode, we answer(?) some questions about gamer etiquette, discuss some house-rule protocol, and listen to some "man-on-the-street" interviews about gamer superstitions as we discuss and divulge our own. Finally, we announce our first CarpeGM listener contest! (00:37) Episode 10! (1:30) On our horizon (9:00) Disclaimer (10:00) A lengthy discussion concerning gamer etiquette and protocol (53:15) The Gilmore "Gilly" (55:41) Gamer Superstitions (56:15) Man-on-the-street interviews (120:55) The 1st CarpeGM Listener Contest!!! Media - Dark Knight Rises Breaking Bad (IMDb) The Borne Legacy Fortress America Geek and Sundry Fiasco (Bully Pulpit Games) Zima (Wikipedia) Paizo Publis...2012-08-211h 27

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 8 – The Truth About Fantasy and MagicHosts - Dan, Bryan, Tyler, Steve , Mack Topic - We discuss the uses of settings in your campaigns, list a few fantasy tropes, and outline the different types of fantasy settings. This episode also contains a break down of different types of magic and ways to portray them in your games. (:34) Changes we are making (2:31) A little about settings in general (3:10) The truth about truths (8:27) Fantasy trappings and tropes (14:44) Fantasy variations (39:49) What does magic mean to your world? (43:02) Variations in magic systems Media - The Game Of Thrones The Princess Bride (IMDb) Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves (IMDb) The Crow (I...2012-07-121h 07

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 8 – The Truth About Fantasy and MagicHosts - Dan, Bryan, Tyler, Steve , Mack Topic - We discuss the uses of settings in your campaigns, list a few fantasy tropes, and outline the different types of fantasy settings. This episode also contains a break down of different types of magic and ways to portray them in your games. (:34) Changes we are making (2:31) A little about settings in general (3:10) The truth about truths (8:27) Fantasy trappings and tropes (14:44) Fantasy variations (39:49) What does magic mean to your world? (43:02) Variations in magic systems Media - The Game Of Thrones The Princess Bride (IMDb) Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves (IMDb) The Crow (I...2012-07-121h 07

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 7 – “The Avengers”….Challenge Accepted (Corrected)Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Steve, Tyler, Mack Topic - We discuss the movie The Avengers, (don't worry, not too many spoilers) and what we liked and disliked about the movie. We also talk about some of the difficulties of running a campaign about the Avengers, and break down the characters from the movie and draw parallels to fantasy character archetypes. (:30) Discussing the movie and it's pros and cons from our perspectives (11:30) The obstacles concerning GMing The Avengers (28:43) Breaking down the character archetypes Media - The Avengers (IMDb) Cabin in the Woods (IMDb) Serenity Firefly (IMDb) Angel The Dark Knight Marvel Heroic...2012-07-0546 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 7 – “The Avengers”….Challenge Accepted (Corrected)Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Steve, Tyler, Mack Topic - We discuss the movie The Avengers, (don't worry, not too many spoilers) and what we liked and disliked about the movie. We also talk about some of the difficulties of running a campaign about the Avengers, and break down the characters from the movie and draw parallels to fantasy character archetypes. (:30) Discussing the movie and it's pros and cons from our perspectives (11:30) The obstacles concerning GMing The Avengers (28:43) Breaking down the character archetypes Media - The Avengers (IMDb) Cabin in the Woods (IMDb) Serenity Firefly (IMDb) Angel The Dark Knight Marvel Heroic...2012-07-0546 min

CGM Digital Network MegafeedEpisode 0 – What’s our geek?Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Mack, Tyler, and Steve Topic - We introduce ourselves and discuss the focus of the podcast. We also converse about the disparate backgrounds and interests that create our group dynamic, and talk about what we are trying to accomplish with this project. Notes - This episode was originally recorded as part of Episode 1. The decision to release it as a separate episode was not made until after the recording was finished, resulting in a somewhat abrupt ending. Over the next few weeks we will be trying different things with format and layout. Please, feel free to send...2012-05-1225 min

The Carpe GM GamecastEpisode 0 – What’s our geek?Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Mack, Tyler, and Steve Topic - We introduce ourselves and discuss the focus of the podcast. We also converse about the disparate backgrounds and interests that create our group dynamic, and talk about what we are trying to accomplish with this project. Notes - This episode was originally recorded as part of Episode 1. The decision to release it as a separate episode was not made until after the recording was finished, resulting in a somewhat abrupt ending. Over the next few weeks we will be trying different things with format and layout. Please, feel free to send...2012-05-1225 min