Ian Sutherland - Podcast Details

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Chat By The PitchDFW United SC: Leadership, Culture, and the Cost of Complacency with CJ Sutherland Part 2In Part 2 of our deep-dive with CJ Sutherland, founder of DFW United SC, we unpack the tough decisions facing independent clubs, including his partnership to bring ECNL-RL NTX to his players. CJ shares candid insights about the pressures of youth soccer today—from managing parent expectations to building a positive team culture while navigating an increasingly status-driven system.We explore why connection with players matters, how coaches influence kids beyond the field, and what it really takes to survive and thrive in the youth soccer world.Key Talking Points:...2025-05-1544 min

Chat By The PitchDFW United SC: Leadership, Culture, and the Cost of Complacency with CJ Sutherland Part 1🎧 Episode Description:What happens when a club decides to stop accepting mediocrity? CJ Sutherland, Director of Coaching at DFW United, joins us for a powerful, no-filter conversation about resetting standards, rebuilding culture, and facing the uncomfortable truths about youth soccer leadership. From confronting coach behavior to setting non-negotiables with parents, CJ breaks down what it takes to lead with purpose—and why anything less is unacceptable.🧠 Key Talking Points:• How CJ is transforming DFW United from the inside out• Rebuilding trust and accountability between coaches, players, and parents• The r...2025-05-0942 min

A Canadian Investing in the U.S. with Glen SutherlandEP366 How We Almost Lost It All — And Closed Anyway with Ian DreweIn this episode, Glen sits down with Ian, founder of Avoca Property, for a candid and action-packed conversation about the real behind-the-scenes journey of closing a multifamily deal. From early missteps in digital marketing and investor engagement, to legal battles, PE fund bait-and-switches, and $200,000 in legal fees — Ian doesn’t hold back on the tough lessons learned. They talk about: The challenges of raising capital without a track record Navigating flaky commitments from family offices and equity partners Why retail investors ended up being the key to getting the deal over the line The unexpected downside of expensive mastermind groups How...2025-05-0122 min

A Canadian Investing in the U.S. with Glen SutherlandEP357 Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio & Knowing When to Sell with Ian HorowitzIn this episode, I sit down with Ian Horowitz from Equity Warehouse to discuss the journey of scaling a real estate portfolio, managing risk, and knowing when to sell. Ian shares his experience transitioning from high-risk investments in Baltimore to more stable and profitable deals in primary markets like Philadelphia.2025-02-2722 min

A Healthy Shift[216] - Dr. Ian Dunican PhD - Sleep and ShiftworkText me what you thought of the show 😊Could the secrets of elite athletes unlock the potential of shift workers? Join us as we explore this intriguing question with Dr. Ian Dunican, a leading expert in sleep and performance. Dr. Dunican draws from his diverse experiences, including his military background and extensive work with companies like Rio Tinto, to share insights on improving the health and performance of those who work irregular hours. His commitment to empowering shift workers shines through as he discusses how strategies used by athletes can be adapted to help manage fatigue and enh...2025-01-021h 37

Eversheds Sutherland - Legal InsightsPROPcasts 2024 Episode 7 | Suburban Build to Rent: legal challenges of buying, funding and developing single family homesIn the seventh episode of our PROPcast series, Ian Owen and Anna Woodford discuss the issues around buying, funding, and developing single family homes including stabilised stock, and the pitfalls and risk areas to avoid. Speakers: Ian Owen, Partner | Anna Woodford, Principal Associate PSL 2024-09-1926 min

A Healthy Shift[177] - Your host on Radio 3AW - Australia Overnight - Talk Back Radio 29/08/2024Text me what you thought of the show 😊What if the bonds you formed decades ago could withstand the test of time and evolve with the changing landscape of your profession? Join us as we sit down with Roger, a retired officer from Victoria Police, who reflects on an emotional reunion with his squad mates from the academy of 1984. Roger shares the unforgettable camaraderie and mutual respect that defined policing in the 80s, and how the force has transformed with the times, including the increasing presence of female officers and shifts in the criminal landscape.Eve...2024-08-301h 23

Design Principles PodA Lens on Life and Design: A Conversation with Photographer, Simon DevittSend us a textHave you ever found yourself mesmerized by a childhood slideshow, each frame a stepping stone on the path to your future? Simon Devitt, a renowned New Zealand photographer, joins us to share a laugh and trace the serendipitous journey from those familial beginnings to the pinnacle of architectural photography. With his camera, Simon captures more than structures; he documents the intersection of human experience and design, reminding us that every picture holds a story waiting to be told.This episode is like a well-curated gallery walk, guiding you through the delicate art...2024-05-271h 10

Cult ConnectionsWar On Film: What If The Nazis Invaded BritainIan and Nathan Adler take a look at two very different films with the same premise. What if the Nazis invaded Britain during World War 2?The Eagle Has Landed (1976). Directed by John Sturges. Written by Tom Manciewicz. Starring Michael Caine, Robert Duvall and Donald SutherlandWent The Day Well (1942). Directed by Alberto Cavalcanti. Written by John Dighton and Diana Morgan. Starring Leslie Banks, CV France and Valerie Taylor.2024-01-1645 min

BingewatchPlatform 7 | Smothered | John Lennon: Murder Without a Trial | The Famous FiveThis week on Bingewatch, Ian and Hannah review more big new releases on UK streaming services, including...Platform 7 is a British four-part psychological thriller based on the 2019 novel Platform Seven by Louise Doughty, and it's on ITVX.The trials and tribulations of modern dating play out in Now TV's new series Smothered.Narrated by Kiefer Sutherland, Apple TV's John Lennon: Murder Without a Trial features exclusive eye witness accounts and previously unseen crime footage.The Famous Five get a fresh new look on CBBC and BBC iPlayer, putting a modern take...2023-12-0819 min

Defending IdeasAgency over equity: Ian Rowe on a better vision for upward mobilityMany public policy debates in recent years have focused on the concept of equity, and what impact race and ethnicity have on opportunity for the next generation. This week's podcast guest believes we need to replace equity with agency, as a more compelling – and more effective – vision to help young people of all races lead successful and fulfilling lives. Ian Rowe is the cofounder of Vertex Partnership Academies, a network of character-based International Baccalaureate high schools inaugurated in the Bronx in 2022. He is also a senior fellow at AEI, and the author of Agency: The Four Point Plan (F.R...2023-11-2850 min

Adventures Of a Z-list ActorAdventures of a Z-list Actor: Miranda's Victim,The Keifer Sutherland "Trilogy " and ThanksgivingA Rag-Tag Thanksgiving episode that literally has ,A movie review, tales of a Car Crash by Alan "Cameron from.Ferris Bueller" Ruck,an Intoxicated Trilogy of meeting Keifer Sutherland Three Separate Times. (And me Turing into my 14 year old self) and getting though a Shitty Thanksgiving 2023-11-2333 min

A Healthy Shift[93] - Ian Cook - Planning and Structuring around a 24/7 shift working life.Text me what you thought of the show 😊Ever wondered how demanding it is to work in a 24-hour shift pattern? Meet my fascinating guest, Ian Cook, a UK police veteran with 16 years of service. With his unique perspective, Ian delves into the struggles of maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst the chaotic schedules that come with shift work. He shares his journey of overcoming these hurdles and provides essential strategies to stay fit and energetic throughout the day.Our conversation further focuses on the significance of crafting a structured plan. Ian’s own experiences shed light...2023-10-0558 min

Atom CTO PodcastsThe Blueprint for Effective Change Management with Ian SutherlandIn this episode, we undertake a deep dive into the world of change management and its implications for both startups and large-scale organizations. Our guest, Ian Sutherland has over 30 years experience in the field of change management and he describes the formula underpinning successful change management. Join us as we investigate change management, unpack its theoretical underpinnings, and discuss its critical role in ensuring business longevity. Throughout this discussion, we'll dissect the distinct approaches to change management within startups and larger corporations. We delve deep into the blueprint for effective change management, examining the necessity for identifying dissatisfaction, developing a...2023-10-0140 min

Atom CTO PodcastsPerception is Reality - Ian Sutherland TrailerThis week's podcast guest is Ian Sutherland - a veteran of change management 2023-09-2702 min

CFO InsightsIan Sutherland, CFO at Tide, discusses how CFOs can deliver on NetZeroIn this episode, we talk to Ian Sutherland, CFO at Tide the UK company building a modern business current account, optimised for small business ownersIan has been CFO at Tide for six years, and during this time he realised that he could align his passions for tackling climate change and set Tide on a path to achieve Net Zero. In this discussion with him we build an understanding on why Net Zero sits neatly within the skills framework of a CFO.2023-09-2233 min

PodRocket - A web development podcast from LogRocketICYMI: Zero-dependency CLIs with Node.js with Ian SutherlandIn this repeat episode picked by PodRocket host Paul Mikulskis, Ian Sutherland, Node.js core contributor and Architect and Developer Experience Lead at Neo Financial, joins the pod to talk about zero-dependency CLIs, why they’re fun to build, and what they can teach us about developing other applications. Links https://twitter.com/iansu https://github.com/iansu https://iansutherland.ca Tell us what you think of PodRocket We want to hear from you! We want to know what you love and hate about the podcast. What do you wa...2023-09-1630 min

Undercommon TasteNasty Sharp Pointy Teeth - Undercommon Taste Episode 121This week, we're talking about two North American cryptids from the American West... or are they? Join us as we discuss the blood-sucking Chupacabra and the tenor singing voice of the Jackalope, and as we build out stat blocks for both to use in D&D 5e. Find links to all of our social media, episodes, Patreon, Itch store, and Discord via our Linktree: linktr.ee/undercommontaste Our theme song is Massacre Anne, written and performed by Mary Crowell, and used with permission. You can find Mary's work online at marycrowell.bandcamp.com, o...2023-07-2643 min

Undercommon TasteWorldbuilding 101 with Rob Hilferty - Undercommon Taste Episode 120This week, we are joined by Rob Hilferty, one of the co-hosts of the podcast Worldbuild With Us, to discuss the basics of worldbuilding. Join us as we discuss the ins and outs of collaborative worldbuilding, what you need, and what you don't, as well as a fun example as we create a sci-fi space opera setting in real time. You can find Worldbuild With Us on Twitter (@LetsWorldbuild), YouTube (youtube.com/@worldbuildwithus), and at their website worldbuildwithus.com, as well as on your podcatcher of choice. You can also find links to their Discord s...2023-07-1259 min

Undercommon TasteBigfoots? Bigfeet? - Undercommon Taste Episode 119This week, we begin our exploration of the North American cryptids with the most prevalent of them all: the Bigfoot. Join us as we discuss Bigfoot variants, how to adapt them for your table, and ideas for implementing them in your game. Find links to all of our social media, episodes, Patreon, Itch store, and Discord via our Linktree: linktr.ee/undercommontaste Our theme song is Massacre Anne, written and performed by Mary Crowell, and used with permission. You can find Mary's work online at marycrowell.bandcamp.com, or on Patreon at patreon.c...2023-06-2850 min

Undercommon TasteRock Hard: Monsters That Petrify - Undercommon Taste Episode 118This week, we're talking about monsters that can turn you to stone. Join us as we explore the mythological origins of the Basilisk, the Cockatrice, the Gorgon, and the Medusa, and how they've been presented in D&D throughout the editions. Find links to all of our social media, episodes, Patreon, Itch store, and Discord via our Linktree: linktr.ee/undercommontaste Our theme song is Massacre Anne, written and performed by Mary Crowell, and used with permission. You can find Mary's work online at marycrowell.bandcamp.com, or on Patreon at patreon.com/Dr...2023-06-141h 12

Undercommon TastePlumbing the Depths - Undercommon Taste Episode 117This week, we're talking about monsters that come from the sea. Join us as we discuss the mythology and lore of the Lernean Hydra, the Leviathan, the Kraken, and more, and how to incorporate these plot-level monsters into your game. Our long-time friends of the show over at Worldbuild With Us (Twitter: @LetsWorldbuild) just celebrated a major milestone anniversary: 200 episodes! Congratulations to Rob, Daniel, and Courtney for four years of an excellent show. The episode goes live tomorrow - June 1st, 2023 - and you can find it on worldbuildwithus.com. Find links to a...2023-05-311h 15

Undercommon TasteMental Health in TTRPGs: An Interview with Dr. Ali Mattu - Undercommon Taste Episode 116This week, we are joined by special guest Dr. Ali Mattu. Dr. Mattu is a clinical psychologist with a focus on anxiety disorders, and we're discussing the intersection of gaming and mental health, from ways that gaming can be helpful for managing anxiety to the portrayal of mental health in media. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and tomorrow (May 18, 2023) is Mental Health Action Day. You can find more about Mental Health Action Day at mentalhealthaction.network. It is sponsored by the group Mental Health Is Health, which has its own website with a great variety of...2023-05-171h 02

Undercommon TasteChimeras: Mix and Match Monsters - Undercommon Taste Episode 115This week, we're talking chimeras - those monsters which are made up of pieces of other monsters. Join us as we discuss chimeras in mythology and game lore, starting (of course) with *the* Chimaera of Greek mythology, and continuing through to manticores, catyblepases (catyblepi?), owlbears, and more. Our friends over at Worldbuild With Us (Twitter: @LetsWorldbuild)recently did a two-part episode where they built a world with a prompt we submitted! Check out Part One of their take on a high-fantasy world's apocalypse when magic suddenly stops working here: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-b2u6...2023-05-031h 12

Undercommon TasteFour-Legged Fiends: Monstrous Canines and Felines - Undercommon Taste Episode 114This week, we're diving into the lore of four-legged beasties, both in mythology and in game. Join us as we discuss hellhounds, black dogs, and the King of Cats, and the D&D monsters they inspired - yeth hounds, barghests, grimalkin, and more - and how to make them more than just a simple combat encounter. As we mentioned at the beginning of the episode, we were guests on another podcast! We got to join Aaron and Zak over at Some Patches Required (Twitter: @Patch_Required) for some talk about TTRPGs and how they've influenced - and b...2023-04-191h 11

Undercommon TasteUnder The Sea: Aquatic Demi-humans - Undercommon Taste Episode 113This week, we're following up our episode on harpies with an episode on merfolk and their variants. Join us as we discuss the lore and game mechanics surrounding merfolk, kelpies, nixies, selkies, and more. In other news: we were guests on another podcast! We got to join Aaron and Zak over at Some Patches Required for some talk about TTRPGs and how they've influenced - and been influenced by - video games. It was a ton of fun, and we really appreciate the SPR team for inviting us over. You can check it out here: https://www...2023-04-051h 01

Undercommon TasteHarpies: Tools of the Furies - Undercommon Taste Episode 112CW: There is a brief mention of suicide and self-harm, in the context of discussing the harpies as described in Dante's Inferno. This happens at about the 8 minute mark, and lasts for about 20 seconds. This week, we're talking about the human-bird hybrid creature from Greek mythology - the harpy! Join us as we discuss their description from mythology, how they've been presented in TTRPGs, and how to use them in new and interesting ways in your own home games. We also mentioned again the Solo But Not Alone 3 bundle on Itch, which is a...2023-03-2244 min

Undercommon TasteAction 12 Cinema: An Interview with Michael Ross - Undercommon Taste Episode 111This week, we welcome Michael Ross from The RPG Academy to discuss his new game, Action 12 Cinema, which is currently live on Kickstarter. Join us as we discuss this GM-less game, its d12 dice system, and our love for B-budget movies. Between recording and the episode release, Action12 Cinema has hit fully funded! You can check out the project here to help push them up and past their first stretch goal: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/therpgacademy/action-12-cinema You can find Michael and his podcast, The RPG Academy, at therpgacademy.com, or o...2023-03-081h 05

Undercommon TasteWerewolf? There Wolf - Undercommon Taste Episode 110This week, we're wrapping up our discussion of lycanthropes in TTRPGs. Join us as we discuss the mechanical aspects of including werecreatures in your game, including how they've functioned throughout the editions of D&D, how to make your own custom lycanthropes, and some fun ideas to elevate your players' lycanthrope encounter experience. As we mentioned, our next episode is going to be an interview with Michael from the show The RPG Academy (Twitter: @TheRpgAcademy), coming on to talk about his new Kickstarter project, "Action 12 Cinema". It is going live on February 28th, and you can find...2023-02-2259 min

One and Done TVQuibuary Part 2: Dramas (#FREERAYSHAWN and The Fugitive)For Part 2 of Quibuary, hosts Ian and John land themselves in hot water with two of Quibi’s drama shows: #freerayshawn - an Emmy winning hostage situation cop series starring Laurence Fishburn - and The Fugitive, an updated take on the Harrison Ford classic starring Kiefer Sutherland! Ian chats about the Ryan Murphy-tastic Netflix thriller series The Watcher. John regails us with rave reviews on the 2022 Tollywood action epic RRR! Buckle your seatbelts for a less than 10-minute bus ride as Ian and John discuss that sticky Louisiana sweat, bad guy give-aways, and a classic Broadway story about their go...2023-02-091h 27

Undercommon TasteThe Wolfman Cometh - Undercommon Taste Episode 109This week, we're talking lycanthropes! Join us as we talk about the prevalence of werewolves in real world mythology and folklore, and the origins of some of the most popular lycan-tropes, like changing under a full moon or the ongoing feud between werewolves and vampires. (Yes, that is a werewolf pun, and no, I will not apologize for it.) Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat w...2023-02-0844 min

Undercommon TasteHearts and Minds - Undercommon Taste Episode 108This week, we discuss morale and disposition. Join us as we discuss ways to drive your enemies before you, bolster the fighting spirit of your allies, and throw some chance into the mix when first encountering NPCs. This week was also a first, as it was the first time in over 2 years/100 episodes that we recorded an episode in person! The audio quality was a bit off - we apologize for that - but we're working on improving the setup to clean up our audio. We also took a moment to address where we stand o...2023-01-2549 min

Undercommon TasteSolo RPGs with Sam Leigh - Undercommon Taste Episode 107This week, we are joined by Sam Leigh ( @GoblinMixtape ), solo RPG creator and author of the Ennie-nominated solo RPG Anamnesis. Join us as we discuss solo RPGs, Sam's creative process, and the Anamnesis Game Jam. You can find Sam's work for sale at blinkingbirchgames.itch.io, and you can find all of her social media links at samleigh.carrd.co. This week's shoutout was for game designer, writer, illustrator, and layout designer Kaden Ramstack. Find his games for sale at k-ramstack.itch.io, and find his other links at kadenramstack.carrd.co. F...2023-01-111h 20

Undercommon TasteFeast or Famine - Undercommon Taste Episode 106This week, we talk some more mechanical aspects of incorporating food into your games. Join us as we touch on trail rations, malnutrition, spoilage, and food as rewards. This is also our last episode of the year! Thank you all for another year of listening. We'll return on Friday, January 6th at 9PM Eastern with an interview with solo RPG creator Sam Leigh over on our Twitch channel (twitch.tv/undercommontaste). Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: inst...2022-12-141h 07

BingewatchThe Patient | Three Pines | Avenue 5 | We Are Not AloneThis week on Bingewatch...(02:00) Steve Carell kidnaps his therapist to cure him of his serial killer ways in The Patient on Disney Plus.(05:27) Creepy crime drama Three Pinesb starring Alfred Molina and Rossif Sutherland on Prime Video.(10:37) Sci-Fi comedy We Are Not Alone - think Third Rock from the Sun made by Dave.(14:49) Hugh Laurie and his hapless space team are back in Avenue 5 season 2.Follow Bingewatch on all major podcast players for your weekly rundown of the best binge-worthy shows across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more.2022-12-0122 min

Undercommon TasteBread and Salt - Undercommon Taste Episode 105This week, we come off of the Thanksgiving holiday talking about food. Join us as we discuss ways to use food as a vehicle for worldbuilding, and as we return to our town of Verdigris to build out some cuisine culture for the denizens. This week's episode is sponsored by Fireball Forge and How Not to DM, and their current Kickstarter project, Too Hot One Shot, which is running until December 7th, 2022. You can find the already fully funded project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2h1s/too-hot-one-shot-turn-up-the-heat-in-your-5e-game?ref=740v9u ...2022-11-301h 10

Undercommon TasteWelcome to Dragon Talk: An Interview with Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble - Undercommon Taste Episode 104This week, we're talking with Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble, the co-hosts of Dragon Talk, the official Dungeons and Dragons podcast. Join us as we discuss their new book, Welcome to Dragon Talk, as well as aspects of their careers and TTRPG experiences before and during their time at Wizards of the Coast. You can pre-order "Welcome to Dragon Talk: Inspiring Conversations About Dungeons & Dragons and the People Who Love to Play It" here, via the University of Iowa Press: https://uipress.uiowa.edu/books/welcome-dragon-talk Greg Tito is on Twitter (@Gregtito) and Instagram (@greg_tito). Shelly...2022-11-161h 08

Undercommon TasteSword and Sorcery Special - Undercommon Taste Episode 103This week, we return to our homebrewing roots to present a new player class for 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons - The Spellblade. Join us as we discuss this new half-caster class that augments their martial prowess with arcane magic in a torrent of spell and steel. We now have an Itch store! Head on over to undercommontaste.itch.io to get a copy of Ian's new Liminal Horror adventure, Beneath the Lake! The page itself is still a work in progress, but it should be doctored up over the next week. Also, be sure...2022-11-021h 06

Undercommon TasteLiminal Horror with Goblin Archives - Undercommon Taste Episode 102This week, we are pleased to welcome Goblin Archives to discuss his game, Liminal Horror. Join us as we discuss game design, horror in TTRPGs, and the Tales From the Void game jam. You can find Goblin Archives on Twitter (@goblin_archives) or on Itch (goblinarchives.itch.io), where you can find Liminal Horror and his published supplements for it. You can also find his work, along with the free core rules for Liminal Horror, on his website: goblinarchives.blot.im/. The shoutout for this week's episode was for Josh Domanski, the co-author of the...2022-10-191h 08

PodRocket - A web development podcast from LogRocketZero-dependency CLIs with Node.js with Ian SutherlandIan Sutherland, Node.js core contributor and Architect and Developer Experience Lead at Neo Financial, joins the pod to talk about zero-dependency CLIs, why they’re fun to build, and what they can teach us about developing other applications. Links https://twitter.com/iansu https://github.com/iansu https://iansutherland.ca Tell us what you think of PodRocket We want to hear from you! We want to know what you love and hate about the podcast. What do you want to hear more about? Who do you want to se...2022-10-1129 min

Cold War ConversationsGuarding Britain's nuclear weapons and RAF Akrotiri during the Cold War (256)Following his RAF Regiment officer training Trevor Howie was posted to 34 Sqn at Raf Akrotiri in Cyprus, commanding C Flight. The RAF regiment was effectively the Royal Air Force’s infantry, providing ground defence for air operations.34 Sqn had a dual role of providing defence at Akrotiri and in the event of war at RAF Wildenrath in Germany. Trevor vividly describes his time at Akrotiri, including terrorist threats and realistic anti-riot training exercises the enthusiasm of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders required a hospital ward to be kept available for c...2022-10-0859 min

Undercommon TasteHorror in TTRPGs with GM Cassie - Undercommon Taste Episode 101This week, we are joined by Cassie, the GM for the Call of Cthulhu actual play podcast The Lovelycraftians. We discuss the horror genre - more specifically cosmic horror - as well as some advice for having a safer and more rewarding horror TTRPG experience at your table. You can find Cassie on Twitter (@LovelyGM_Cassie), or running the game with the Lovelies (@Lovelycraftians). They just wrapped up Season 4, which you can find in your favorite podcatcher, or on lovelycraftians.com. This week's shoutout is for Ballad of the Seven Dice, and their newly started...2022-10-0559 min

Eversheds Sutherland - Legal InsightsThe new Consumer Duty podcast: Episode 18 - Monitoring, data and MI revisitedIan Stott, Head of Financial Services at Konexo, joins Claire Carroll to revisit the monitoring, data and MI reporting requirements set by the Consumer Duty. They discuss how firms are progressing with meeting the implementation deadlines set by the final rules and guidance, tips on applying the rules to existing products and services, and the role of data in implementation planning.2022-09-2219 min

Undercommon TasteCelebration - Undercommon Taste Episode 100This week, we celebrate episode 100! It's been a long and tiring road, and we are so glad to have shared it with you. This week, we're joined by some repeat guests for a hangout and Q&A episode: Jack from Of Gods and Gamemasters (@JackGogsbane), Mike from 19 Hits the Dragon (@19HitstheDragon), Rob from Worldbuild With Us (@LetsWorldbuild), and Jon from Tale of the Manticore (@ManticoreTale). It was a grand old time, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. As we mention, we are taking the month of September off, and will b...2022-08-241h 58

Undercommon TasteInto the Bowels of the Earth - Undercommon Taste Episode 99This week, we finally dive into the inky depths of the Underdark. Join us as we take a survey of the people, monsters, and themes you might be able to utilize in an Underdark game of your own. You can find the article I reference in a show note here: https://diterlizzi.com/essay/owlbears-rust-monsters-and-bulettes-oh-my/ We're two days away from Episode 100! You can join us as we stream live on Twitch (twitch.tv/undercommontaste) on Friday, August 19th at 9PM Eastern. We will be joined by Rob from Worldbuild With Us (@LetsWorldbuild), Mike from 19 Hits the Dragon (@19H...2022-08-171h 22

Blast Zone: Movies That BombedEpisode 70 - Dark CityIt’s another bonafide cult classic with the sci-fi noir epic DARK CITY DARK CITY DIRECTED BY: Alex Proyas RELEASED: February 27, 1998BUDGET: $27MBOX OFFICE: $27.2MESTIMATED LOSS: $15MSTARRING: Rufus Sewell, Jennifer Connelly, Kiefer Sutherland, William Hurt, Richard O’BrienNEXT EPISODE: Hope you’re hungry, cuz it’s 2019’s THE KITCHENShow Notes:Shell Beach Sun vs. Super Mario Sunhttps://imgur.com/a/Q3NdLoDPatton Oswalt on Blade: Trinityhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8rCtzKA9tQ 2022-08-171h 13

Undercommon TasteJelly of the Month - Undercommon Taste Episode 98This week, we're talking about our favorite underutilized creature type in D&D: Oozes! Join us as we discuss oozes, slimes, jellies, and puddings; some of our favorites from past editions; and some tips on how to utilize an ooze in your game. We are preparing for Episode 100! If you want to contribute a question to our live Q&A, where we will be joined by some of our friends from the community, you can do so with this Google form: https://forms.gle/udCftohjYz3RgGW26 Our Episode 100 live stream will be on F...2022-08-101h 24

Undercommon TasteThe Gateway to the Multiverse - Undercommon Taste Episode 97This week, we're visiting The Concordant Opposition of the Outlands and Sigil, the City of Doors. Join us as we discuss the plane of true neutrality, interplanar travel, the Lady of Pain, and the origins of the multiverse. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live on Twitch: twitch.tv/undercommontaste Fi...2022-08-031h 15

Undercommon TasteHomebrewing 5e Monsters with Jack the Giant Killer - Undercommon Taste Episode 96This week, we welcome Jack Kellum, a.k.a. Jack the Giant Killer, to discuss building your own homebrewed monsters in 5e. Join us as we discuss methodologies, Vecna, and how to make your BBEG matter in your game. You can find Jack on Twitter (@JackGogsbane), and you can find his work on his website, ofgodsandgamemasters.com. You can also support him on Patreon (patreon.com/Ofgodsandgamemasters) or Ko-Fi (ko-fi.com/ofgodsandgamemasters66683). You can find the online resources Jack mentions in the interview here: 5e monster CR calculator: 5e.tools/crcalculator 5e...2022-07-271h 20

Undercommon TasteAs Above, So Below - Undercommon Taste Episode 95This week, we return to the Twin Paradises of Bytopia to detail the layers of the last Outer Plane in our Modron March. Join us as we discuss the gods of the gnomes, an interplanar trade war, and the truly ridiculous ruins of a tower. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live...2022-07-201h 05

Undercommon TasteOne-Eye One-Hand Evil Undead Wizard God - Undercommon Taste Episode 94This week, we shamelessly hop onto the bandwagon and bring you a lore dive on the Original Lich: Vecna, the Whispered One. Join us as we discuss the Lord of Secrets, including his history in D&D through the editions, his biography, and some of the many magic items which have Vecna's dusty fingerprints all over them, from the Sword of Kas and the Book of Vile Darkness to the various parts of Vecna himself. We reference two videos during this episode: one by AJ Pickett, and another by Matt Colville. You can find those episodes here: 2022-07-131h 23

Undercommon TasteA Soft Landing - Undercommon Taste Episode 93This week, we begin our tour of the Twin Paradises of Bytopia. Join us as we settle into the last plane on our Modron March through the Outer Planes of D&D cosmology. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live on Twitch: twitch.tv/undercommontaste Find our shorts on Tikto...2022-07-061h 03

Undercommon TasteLich, Please - Undercommon Taste Episode 92This week, we're talking liches! Join us for a discussion of how to make them, how to use them in your game, the different varieties of liches - the whole nine yards. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live on Twitch: twitch.tv/undercommontaste Find our shorts on Tiktok: t...2022-06-291h 21

Undercommon TasteIt’s a Free-For-All - Undercommon Taste Episode 91This week, we finish our tour through the Bleak Eternity of Gehenna. Join us as we discuss the palace of a god of thieves, the yugoloths' Blood War contract archive, a living city, and more. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live on Twitch: twitch.tv/undercommontaste Find our shor...2022-06-221h 25

Undercommon TasteFading Embers - Undercommon Taste Episode 90This week, we're joined by John from Valiant Fox Gaming, discussing his 5e campaign setting Fading Embers. Join us as we talk about his world of Nyth, complete with the frozen apocalyptic landscape it presents. You can find John on Twitter (@ValiantFoxGames), and you can find the Fading Embers supplements through his website, valiantfoxgaming.com. This week's shoutout was for graphic artist Van J Levent, who contributed artwork for the Fading Embers books. You can find him on Twitter (@leventart), or alongside the other artists featured in John's books at valiantfoxgaming.com/artists-gallery. ...2022-06-1556 min

Undercommon TasteI Have Missed You At My Table - Undercommon Taste Episode 89This week, we welcome Dr. Mary C. Crowell, Original Friend of the Show, and the songwriter/performer of Massacre Anne, our intro music. She has just released a new album, titled "I Have Missed You At My Table", so we have asked her on to talk about it! Join us for knock-knock jokes with elder gods, mysteriously absent ponies, teleports gone awry, and much more. You can find Mary on Twitter (@DrMaryCCrowell) and Patreon (patreon.com/DrMaryCCrowell), and can purchase Mary's new album, along with her previous works, through her Bandcamp site, marycrowell.bandcamp.com. ...2022-06-0854 min

Undercommon TasteInjuries and Vile Deeds: An Interview with Josh from Lone Colossus - Undercommon Taste Episode 88This week, we welcome Josh, the creative mind behind Lone Colossus Games, to talk about his most recent Kickstarter Project, Injuries and Vile Deeds. Join us as we discuss this interesting, dynamic supplement to add tactical feel and risk management to combat in 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. The campaign launched the day before the episode released (May 31st), and has already been fully funded. You can find it, and get it for yourself, here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lonecolossusgames/injuries-n-vile-deeds?ref=99hh91 You can also find Josh on Twitter at @LoneColossus, and can...2022-06-0159 min

Undercommon TasteBackbiters and Ne’er-Do-Wells - Undercommon Taste Episode 87This week, we begin our dive into the Bleak Eternity of Gehenna, the Plane of Lawful-Neutral/Evil. Join us as we talk about planet-sized megavolcanoes, falling into an infinite void, and the concept of free will in the D&D multiverse. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live on Twitch: twitch.tv/underco...2022-05-251h 20

Undercommon TasteTraveler’s Guide to the Multiverse - Undercommon Taste Episode 86This week, we welcome the cast of the Tabletop Journeys podcast to talk about their newest book on the DM's Guild, The Traveler's Guide to the Multiverse. Join us as we discuss siege weapons, items inspired by planar travel, and some preliminary speculation about Spelljammer. An apology before starting: we had some technical issues with recording - Ian's audio recorded through his webcam, not his microphone, so his audio sounds very muffled and echoic. We cleaned it up as best we could, and everyone else's audio came out fine. We will be sure to have our normal...2022-05-181h 11

Undercommon TasteRun Away! A Review of MCDM’s ”Flee, Mortals!” Preview - Undercommon Taste Episode 85This week, we take a look at the free preview released by MCDM for their newest project, "Flee, Mortals! The MCDM Monster Book". There's a ton of great stuff in even so small a package, so we don't get through all of it, but we do start into creating a scenario with the provided goblins that helps to showcase what some of these creature variants can do to un-boring your game. You can find the PDF of the free sample here: https://files.mcdmproductions.com/FleeMortals/FleeMortalsPreview.pdf And can watch Matt Colville talk about...2022-05-111h 03

Undercommon TasteMaking Rea-RANGE-ments - Undercommon Taste Episode 84This week, we tackle the issues we feel exist with the ranger class in 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons, and try to bring it up to par with the other martial and half-caster classes. We also present our new variant class: the Urban Ranger, which is a translation of the same variant class from the 3rd Edition sourcebook Unearthed Arcana, complete with three new archetypes - the Exterminator, the Thief Catcher, and the Vigilante. This week's episode is sponsored by last week's guest, MySoundDelve. Find them in the App and Google Play Stores, or on Twitter at...2022-05-041h 07

Undercommon TasteSound Effects in TTRPGs - An Interview with MySoundDelve - Undercommon Taste Episode 83This week, we welcome Christian, the developer behind the player-facing sound effect app MySoundDelve. Join us as we discuss what his app does, why he developed it, and how it can bring extra immersion to your gaming table. You can find out more by visiting their Twitter account, @MySoundDelve. We had a few shoutouts in this episode. The first is Josh at Lone Colossus Games (@LoneColossus), with his upcoming Kickstarter for Injuries and Vile Deeds. Second, we have Skald of Shenanigans (@SkaldofShenan), who has written several books of traps and puzzles, available on her Ko-fi store (link...2022-04-2755 min

Undercommon TasteOnly In Arcadia - Undercommon Taste Episode 82This week, we go layer-by-layer through Arcadia, detailing the notable locations and factions within. Join us as we discuss the pleasantly diplomatic formians of Mandible, the fearless petitioners of Clangeddin, and the sinister dealings of the Harmonium. Content Warning: this week, we will be talking about some topics that some listeners may find disturbing. Specifically, we are discussing the canon activities of the Harmonium, and their parallels to objectionable actions undertaken in our world, including (but not limited to) political reeducation camps, gay conversion therapy, and the moral arguments in support of slavery. Times for this discussion...2022-04-201h 39

Eversheds Sutherland - Legal InsightsThe new Consumer Duty: Episode 3 - Monitoring, data and MIClaire Carroll is joined by Ian Stott, Head of Financial Services at Konexo, to discuss the monitoring, data and MI reporting requirements set by the Consumer Duty. In this episode, they cover what should firms be doing now to prepare for implementation? the role of data in effective programme planning and management and how to establish a programme plan.2022-04-1912 min

Undercommon TasteThe Arcadian Dream - Undercommon Taste Episode 81This week, we finally venture into the Peaceable Kingdoms of Arcadia, the Lawful/Neutral-Good Plane of plenty. Join us for part 1 of our dive into Arcadia, as we discuss the theoretical paradise, and how it isn't quite what it seems to be on paper. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch us live on...2022-04-131h 26

Undercommon TasteA Little Bit of Everything - Multiclassing with Mike from 19 Hits the Dragon - Undercommon Taste Episode 80This week, we welcome Mike Daniel, host of the podcast 19 Hits the Dragon, for a crossover project a long time in the making. Join us as we discuss how to multiclass, some of the benefits of multiclassing, Gestalt characters, and the possibilities of dipping into multiple archetypes within the same class. Part 2 of this conversation will be on 19 Hits the Dragon on Saturday, April 9th, 2022. You can find the podcast through their Linktree (linktr.ee/19hitsthedragon), or by looking for the episode announcement on Twitter (@19HitstheDragon). This episode's guest shoutout was for MySoundDelve (Twitter: @MySoundDelve...2022-04-061h 08

Eversheds Sutherland - Legal InsightsSustainable Finance: Supporting the sustainability journeyIn episode 12, Marc Finer, Director in the Debt Finance team and Sustainable Finance lead at KPMG, Ian Tetsill, Head of Debt Finance Strategy at Eversheds Sutherland, and Alex Smith discuss approaches to supporting the sustainability journey. The episode covers: how to effectively assess and address ESG issues within your business setting sustainability goals and frameworks the sustainability strategies and drivers impacting lenders and borrowers 2022-04-0514 min

Undercommon TasteAnd Then There Were Two - Undercommon Taste Episode 79This week, we recap some of the highlights from this year's Monster Madness 2022 tournament. We talk about who our finalists are, some of the surprising upsets, a few of the crazy tactics that emerged from our bouts, and some of the changes that are being made to our homebrew combatant, Tarrakis the Shale Spider, following their remarkable performance. A reminder that the final bout will be fought live, on our Twitch stream (https://twitch.tv/undercommontaste), on Thursday, March 31st, at 9:00 PM Eastern. We will release a recap of the fight on the 1st, but the session...2022-03-3047 min

Undercommon TasteTTRPGs for Solo Play - An Interview with Jon from Tale of the Manticore - Undercommon Taste Episode 78This week, we welcome Jon, the creator and narrator of the dark fantasy D&D solo play podcast Tale of the Manticore, to discuss his process for adapting a TTRPG designed to be played with a group for solo play. You can find Jon on Twitter (@ManticoreTale), or you can check out his work on his website, https://taleofthemanticore.blogspot.com The shoutouts this week were plentiful - be sure to check these folks out. Trevor Devall (@TrevorDevall), the creative mind behind the YouTube show "Me, Myself, and Die!", among other professional achievements. Th...2022-03-231h 08

Undercommon TasteVerdigris Revisited - Undercommon Taste Episode 77This week, we return to the town of Verdigris, which we created way back in episode 19. Join us as we flesh out the town and its environs a bit more, and take inspiration from the song "The Copper War" by The Cog is Dead (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3mbsY75Zws) to lay out an adventure arc with the political machinations and posturing of two dragons: one green, one copper. As mentioned in the episode, we are drawing inspiration for the town of Verdigris and the people within from the history of the Appalachian coal m...2022-03-161h 08

Undercommon TasteTTRPGs for Trans Rights in Texas - Undercommon Taste Episode 76This week, we welcome special guest Rue, the organizer of the TTRPG Bundle for Trans Rights in Texas. Join us as we discuss the Bundle, how it was organized, and some of the other individuals who helped Rue make it the success story it has become. As of the release of this episode, the bundle, which was organized to support the charities Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT) and Organización Latina de Trans en Texas (OLTT), has been purchased over 28,000 times and has raised more than $275,000. You can purchase it here: https://itch.io/b/1308/ttrpgs-for-trans-rights-in-texas 2022-03-091h 08

Undercommon TasteIt’s A Family Heirloom! - Undercommon Taste Episode 75This week, we tackle a topic we've been wanting to cover for a while: heirloom items, or items that level with your character. Join us as we discuss different types of heirloom items, how to use them in a campaign, and some pointers on how to build your own. Our Monster Madness tournament has begun, so be sure to keep tabs on our YouTube and Tiktok pages for daily updates on the matchups. You can also find the daily results on our Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/Und...2022-03-021h 01

Undercommon TasteLet’s Get Ready To Rumble! - Undercommon Taste Episode 74March is right around the corner, so we've decided to celebrate with our own take on March Madness! That's right - we're taking the biggest, baddest, most powerful monsters Wizards of the Coast has given us to play with, and we're pitting them against one another in a one-on-one, single elimination tournament. And you get to join in on the fun! If you want to have a chance to win a fabulous dice box/spell slot tracker from Stephens Woodworking (Twitter: @stephenswworks; IG: @stephenswoodworks), as well as see the dice box up for grabs, come over to...2022-02-2355 min

Undercommon TasteRomance in TTRPGs - An Interview with Declan from Romancing the Dungeon - Undercommon Taste Episode 73This Valentine's Day week, we have special guest Declan, the DM from the podcast Romancing the Dungeon, to discuss incorporating themes of romance into your TTRPGs. Join us as we discuss how to tug at your players' heartstrings, but in a consentual and considerate manner. Because consent is important, y'all. You can find Declan on Twitter at @DeclanDdy, and the podcast at @D8Dungeon. This week's shoutout was for the actual-play podcast Homebrew Quest, which can be found on Twitter at @homebrewquest. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Fol...2022-02-161h 14

Undercommon Taste...And the Party Never Ends - Undercommon Taste Episode 72This week, we return for our in-depth survey of the layers of the Infinite Battlefield of Acheron. Join us as we discuss the conflict between the orcs and goblins, the hidden treasures of the Mine of Marsellin, the Hopping Mage, and the vorpal black ice shards of Ocanthus. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch u...2022-02-091h 44

Undercommon TasteThe War Goes On Forever - Undercommon Taste Episode 71This week, we begin our tour of the remaining Planes of Law with the Infinite Battlefield of Acheron. Join us for a battle between the orcish and goblinoid pantheons, rust dragons, Chinese thunder gods, and more, all scattered across the floating iron cubes of the Plane of Battle. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/undercommontaste Chat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/64R7ze3fBV Watch u...2022-02-021h 31

Undercommon TasteIt’s a Trap! - Undercommon Taste Episode 70This week, we dive into the dastardly and devious world of trapmaking. We discuss what makes a trap a trap, different types of traps, and how to utilize traps to make sure they feel like they fit. We also give several example traps that we've developed over the years, for you to use or to inspire you to make your own. Early in the episode, we give a shoutout to the YouTube channel Master the Dungeon, and their playlist on different types of traps. You can find them on Twitter (@MasterDaDungeon), and you can find their playlist...2022-01-2658 min

Undercommon TasteLiterature in TTRPGs: An Interview with Kate from OMAMAM - Undercommon Taste Episode 69This week, we welcome Kate, the "Master Teacher" from the D&D 5e actual play podcast "Of Mice and Men and Monsters" to discuss her methods for adapting literary works for the TTRPG table, as well as some pointers on how to do you own adaptations. Join us as we discuss gothic literature, the Great Gatsby, and what time is the wrong time to read a Cormac McCarthy novel. During this episode, we mention public domain literature, and specifically Project Gutenberg, which has tens of thousands of public domain works available for free. You can find Project G...2022-01-191h 16

Undercommon Taste...But You Can Never Leave - Undercommon Taste Episode 68This week, we wrap up our tour of the Tartarian Depths of Carceri, going through each of the six layers in detail. Let's see if I was right, and it wasn't going to be as long as a normal planar episode (spoilers: I wasn't). Join us as we visit the titans, buy some poison, figure out what "sand gorgons" are, and ride the Ship of One Hundred. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucthomebrew Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/undercommontaste Support us o...2022-01-121h 22

Undercommon TasteCheck Out Any Time You Like - Undercommon Taste Episode 67We're back from our holiday break, and diving straight into our last plane of chaos - the Tartarian Depths of Carceri! Join us as we talk about the prison plane of the multiverse and who we can find here, from the Greek Titans to the spiteful gautiere and the sadistic vaath. We have a new logo! Meet Kobble the Chef, as illustrated by David Sutherland. We couldn't be happier with our cheerful little kobold - he's just so proud of himself. Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/UndercommonTaste Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com...2022-01-051h 20

The Grief CodeDealing With Real Life Pressure Makes Refereeing Easy with Bill HarriganIn this episode Ian chats with the best Rugby League Referee in the World, Bill Harrigan. The challenges you face in your journey to reach a certain goal are inevitable and the power to overcome these obstacles is in your hands. Bill’s ambition and passion to achieve his goals has driven him to becoming the best version of himself and in this episode, he is to share with you that you can do it too.Don’t miss:• Bill’s life defining moments to becoming the best referee• Testing your patience• Gettin...2021-12-301h 23

Chats with Kent C. DoddsIan Sutherland Chats About Improving Developer ExperienceEverything that developers do is DX (Developer Experience). But, it can be hard to know when it is appropriate to spend the time to improve the DX at your workplace. You also might be curious about what you can do to enhance the DX. Repetitive tasks are an easy one to look out for. If you find yourself doing something again and again it's probably worth automating. This could come in the form of tests, scripts, generators, and snippets! For example, if you find yourself having to test some state that takes multiple steps to reach on...2021-10-0430 min

Chats with Kent C. DoddsIan Sutherland Chats About Getting Involved In Open-Source"I should really get more involved in open-source" is something that's always on the back of our minds. You are fully aware of how rewarding it could be but that perfect opportunity to contribute never comes up. Ian Sutherland, a maintainer of Create React App and contributor to NodeJS, used to be in that position. He had always struggled with getting into open source, he wanted to do something substantial but nothing ever came up. One day, he noticed a tiny bug in create react app. Ian quickly fixed it and put in a PR. Once he...2021-10-0431 min