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Undercommon TasteMadness! Fangs! Tentacles!: Extraplanar Dragons, pt.2 - Episode 178This week, we're venturing into the Chaotic Evil quadrant of the Great Wheel to discuss the extraplanar dragons of Carceri, Pandemonium, and the Abyss. Join us as we discuss feral chihuahuas (relevant), eldritch horrors (RELEVANT), and The Human Centipede (also, unfortunately, relevant).
CONTENT WARNING: Once we get to the Abyss (around the 33 minute mark), there are elements of body horror, non-consentual body modification, and other elements which may be upsetting to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
Ian was in an actual play to promote Friend of the Show C.R. Rowenson's new bo...
2025-11-0557 minUndercommon TasteThe Haunting of Cobblestone Chateau: Wraithound Halloween AP - Episode 177This week, we're playing a one-shot of Cezar Capacle's solo-capable RPG Wraithound. Join us as we build a fantasy ghost hunter, walk him into a spooky mansion, and watch his attempts to identify and banish the spirits haunting the Cobblestone Chateau.
Wraithound is one of many excellent games designed by Cezar Capacle. You can find his work on Itch at capacle.itch.io; Wraithound is currently on sale for 30% off.
As we mentioned at the end of the episode, Ian is going to be in a livestream game as part of the launch party for C...
2025-10-221h 14
The Briefcase | Sutherland WestonIt's Time To Make The MascotYou might get someone to like your product, but you're not going to be able to get someone to love your product. However, there's a guy you can call for that... you just need to make them up! On this episode of The Briefcase, Sutherland Weston's Podcast & Content Production Coordinator, Ian Buck joins Ric Tyler in discussing the art, the life, and the disappearance of the mascot. What You'll Learn: Companies producing likable products often struggle to make their products loved. Mascots and characters can help generate love— not for the products, but for those who make...
2025-09-3004 minUndercommon TasteREAP the Whirlwind: 5th Anniversary AP - Episode 174This week, we're celebrating our fifth anniversary (and Tarrasquemas) with Spencer Campbell's solo souls-like necromancer RPG, REAP. Join us as James reaps his way across the realm of Kyrie, Ian gets *most* of the rules right, and we find out if Petrov the Necromancer can defeat the Horror at the end of the game.
You can find REAP, and Spencer Campbell's many other games, through his website gilarpgs.com or his Itch store at gilarpgs.itch.io.
This playthrough was inspired by the playthrough by Rene Plays Games; you can find that episode he...
2025-09-101h 58
Defending IdeasAbsent fathers are America's hidden crisis | Ian RoweWhy are so many boys and young men struggling in America today? The answer may lie in a crisis few are talking about: absent fathers.Host Nic Dunn and contributor Beth Akers sit down with Ian Rowe, author of Agency and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. They dive into why strong families and involved fathers are key to helping the next generation of boys thrive.From the decline of marriage to the role of purpose, community, and faith, this episode explores what it really takes to raise strong men in today’s culture.
2025-08-2648 minUndercommon TasteThe GenCon Recap - Episode 172This week, Ian is recounting his adventure to the distant city of Indianapolis to be counted among the record 72,000 attendants of GenCon 2025. Join us as he gives a recap of the games he played, shows off the games he purchased, and poorly describes some game mechanics (I was tired, okay?).
Here's a list of the games mentioned this week, plus places where you can find them (if they aren't available at your FLGS):
Pirate Borg by Luke Stratton (Limithron) - https://www.limithron.com/
If I Were A Lich, Man by Lu...
2025-08-1341 min
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:The decision to join EC...
2025-05-1545 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 role adult beh...
2025-05-1043 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 minEversheds 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 minA 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
科技慢半拍#52 软件史实故事E11：图形用户界面的起源｜萨瑟兰的Sketchpad【节目介绍】欢迎收听，原创的软件史实故事广播节目《超越代码：软件史上的璀璨时刻》，第十一集 图形用户界面的起源｜萨瑟兰的Sketchpad。这是一档独特而引人入胜的广播节目，我们将带您穿越时间与空间，探索软件发展的辉煌历程，为您呈现软件史上最为重要的里程碑，带您深入了解软件行业的从业人员，以及他们背后精彩的故事，为您揭开软件发展的神秘面纱，让您领略软件世界的无限魅力。本节目同期发布到喜马拉雅播客和苹果播客。【时间线】02:11 跳过开头03:16 机械的电传打字机05:00 伊万·萨瑟兰（Ivan Sutherland）06:52 伯特·萨瑟兰（Bert Sutherland）09:49 史蒂文·库恩斯（Steven Coons）10:46 画板程序（Sketchpad）15:15 道格拉斯·恩格尔巴特（Douglas Englebart）和所有演示之母（the Mother of All Demos）17:00 帕特里克·汉拉蒂（Patrick J. Hanratty）18:03 终极显示（Ultimate Display）& 达摩克利斯之剑The Sword of Damocles (virtual reality)20:19 大卫·埃文斯（David C. Evans）21:45 六腿机器人（6 Legged Walker）26:23 埃尔顿·约翰（Elton John）的Rocket Man（火箭人）【版权声明】封面图片由Midjourney生成。本音频内容版权归属于 [科技慢半拍]播客。未经版权所有者授权，禁止将本音频内容用于任何商业用途。任何个人使用者，不得对音频内容进行修改或篡改，不得删除或修改本版权信息声明，在转发时必须标明音频内容的出处，并注明版权归属。任何未经许可的使用行为都将追究法律责任。
2024-07-1531 min
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 minBingewatchPlatform 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 minDefending 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
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 minA 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
PodRocketICYMI: 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.
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2023-09-1630 minUndercommon 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 minUndercommon 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 27Undercommon 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 20Undercommon 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).
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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 minBingewatchThe 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 minUndercommon 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
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2022-11-301h 10Undercommon 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 08Undercommon 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 06Undercommon 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
PodRocketZero-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.
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https://iansutherland.ca
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2022-10-1129 min
Cold War Conversations PodcastGuarding 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 minUndercommon 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 minEversheds 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 minEversheds 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 minUndercommon 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 58Undercommon 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 13Undercommon 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 24Undercommon 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.
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2022-08-031h 15Undercommon 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
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2022-07-271h 20Undercommon 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.
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2022-07-201h 05Undercommon 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 23Undercommon 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.
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2022-07-061h 03Undercommon 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.
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2022-06-291h 21Undercommon 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.
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2022-06-221h 25Undercommon 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.
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2022-06-1556 minUndercommon 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.
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2022-06-0854 minUndercommon 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 minUndercommon 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.
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2022-05-251h 20Undercommon 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 11Undercommon 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 03Undercommon 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 07Undercommon 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 minUndercommon 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 39Eversheds 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 minEversheds 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 minUndercommon 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.
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2022-04-131h 26Undercommon 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 08Eversheds 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 minEversheds 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 minUndercommon 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 minUndercommon 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 08Undercommon 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 08Undercommon 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 08Undercommon 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.
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2022-03-021h 01Undercommon 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 minUndercommon 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.
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2022-02-161h 14Undercommon 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.
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2022-02-091h 44Undercommon 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.
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2022-02-021h 31Undercommon 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 minUndercommon 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 16Undercommon 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.
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2022-01-121h 22Undercommon 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.
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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...
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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...
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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
Got You CoveredThe ”Unexpected Awesomeness” of Insurance w/ Ian SutherlandThe insurance industry is an ever-evolving industry with countless roles for people of all passions and skillsets. In this episode of Got You Covered, we learn about Ian Sutherland's experience joining the insurance world. It's a great story and we're excited to share it with you.
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