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The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 56 - New InformationThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 56 - New InformationThe runaways fianlly shoot straight with all the water tribesman. Kiyomi gets exposed by Tikaani, Nuro finds a new groove, Minh gets excited about his new bounty, and Banji lays down the law.Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealist" BANJI Jesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH F...2025-06-071h 13The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 55 - New BountiesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 55 - New BountiesThe runaways catch up with Dadge at a Teahouse after Rockslam 1 and learn about whats happened while they were apart. Banji gets dissapointed in Hikaru, Nuro uses their stick, Minh meets a fellow rope enjoyer, and Kiyomi tell the runaways about her Eelhound.Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealis...2025-05-241h 27The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 54 - New MovesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 54 - New Moves After crossing the mountains to Goa-Ling the runaways rest and recouperate with a hotspring and an Earthbending competition. Banji gets a warning from Peacebringer, Nuro tries to get some info out of Yani and Kiyomi and Minh has his eyes on a fancy new belt.Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The I...2025-04-191h 19The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 53 - New PlaceThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 53 - Husks The runaways roll on into Plains Town, and try to secure some supplies, Banji tries to get on with Yani, Nuro tests their spiritual powers, Minh comes clean and Kiyomi tries to fit in with the group. Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealist" BANJI Jesse Thomas as "The Fou...2025-04-051h 28The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 52 - New FaceThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 52 - Husks The runaways deal with Nuro's new changes, and some new faces bring about some comlications. Nuro tries to talk to the trees, Banji dances in the moonlight and Minh confesess some conccerns. Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealist" BANJI Jesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANG 2025-03-211h 09The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 51 - HusksThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 51 - Husks The runaways stuck in the Foggy Swamp talk about their next steps just as Fuu finally caves to Nuro's pleas. Minh makes a froggy friend, Banji chases down some children,nd Nuro comes face to face with their destiny? Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealist" BANJI Jesse Th...2025-03-0759 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 50 - LeavesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 50 - Leaves The runaways go and seek out the leafy spirit they saved, in order to get their "wish". Nuro meets their hero, Minh Fang struggles with his injuries and Banji tries to get Minh to trust him once more. Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealist" BANJI Jesse Thomas a...2025-02-211h 04The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 49 - AshesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 49 - Ashes The runaways rest and recover after thier fight with the Horror. Minh makes a blessing Nuro talks to their mother and Banji gets a gift from a spirit. Starring Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Idealist" BANJI Jesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANG and Ash Cooper...2025-02-0757 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayThe Book of War - Footnotes (2024)SPOILER WARNING!DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS SHOW IF YOU HAVENT LISTENED UP TO CHAPTER 48! The Book of War - Footnotes (2024)The cast are looking back at the last year, discussing the show and characters. Lucas Li as "The Hammer" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Idealist" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANGand Ash Cooper as the GRAND MASTERTheme song and outro "The Book of War Remains" is by Matt Harrison Additional music and Sound ef...2024-12-271h 23The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 48 - Lessons PassedThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 48 - Lessons PassedThe runaways along Red River finally face off against the Horror, Banji and PB finally get to fight together properly, Nuro contacts their darker self, Minh demands the attention of his ancestors and Tomo sees a friend Starring Lucas Li as "The Hammer" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darlin...2024-12-201h 43The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 47 - Lessons in the SwampThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 47 - Lessons in the Swamp The runaways deep in the Foggy Swamp, get granted visions from the swamp. Nuro leads the way, Minh has a terrible time Tomo sees and familiar face, and Banji poses for a spirit. Starring Lucas Li as "The Hammer" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Id...2024-12-061h 15The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 46 - Lessons in CartographyThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 46 - Lessons in CartographyThe runaways start their journey to the Foggy Swamp. But short on time they need a quick way to get there. Nuro shows their homework, Minh tells everyone about Baru, and Tomo deals with Banji and Minhs bickering. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO ...2024-11-221h 15The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 45 - Lessons in IsloationThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 45 - Lessons in IsolationNow across the Natsuo war-zone the runaways start snooping out the exiled Fang family member, Banji and Tomo learn more from Peacebringer, Nuro and Arturo sense a spiritual disturbance and Ming Fang comes face to face with a face far too familiar for his liking. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "Th...2024-11-0859 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 44 - Lessons in WarfareThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 44 - ReturnedBefore landing back on Natsuo Island the runaways try to return to how it was before the book incidents. Nuro has some schooling to do, Tomo and Banji test their trainings, and Mihn gets nervous as starts replicating his mother. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO ...2024-10-261h 10The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 43 - ReturnedThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 43 - ReturnedThe runaways now grounded spend a week in contemplation in the north before being given a Serious et of tasks by the White Lotus. Minh visits a friend, Banji makes some peace with Nuro, Tomo talks with Le-Vi about some critical infomation shared between them. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Desti...2024-10-121h 03The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 42 - UnveiledThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 42 - UnveiledThe runaways continue Yuka's spirit examination, as a familiar face shows up once again. Nuro grapples with themselves, Tomo gets upset, Coal is confused, Mihn gets angry, and Le-vi doesnt understand what they have done. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ash Cooper as "The Prodigy" L...2024-09-281h 10The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 41 - CoveredThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 41 - CoveredThe runaways chill in Agna Qel'a, the capital of the northern water tribe. Le-vi finds some food for Tomo to enjoy, Nuro slides down some big ice banisters and Minh goes home to say hello! Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ash Cooper as "The Prodigy" L...2024-09-141h 20The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 40 - TornThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 40 - TornThe runaways make their way on "The Vagrant" to Agna Quela, the Northern Water Tribe Capital. Minh celebrates his 18th birthday, Tomo gets learns about the other combustion bender locations and Le Vi teaches Nuro how to make ice properly. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO As...2024-08-311h 09The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 39 - A Death in the FamilyThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 39 - A Death in the FamilyThe runaways deal with a giant foe guarding the next piece of the book. Minh learns about some bending, Tomo get scared, Nuro squares up, and Banji make a choice without telling anyone. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "Th...2024-08-171h 11The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 38 - Family vs. Family - Part 2The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 38 - Family vs. Family - Part 2The runaways take the fight to Banji's old family: The Cinder Squad. Banji tries to recruit his grandfather, Minh has some sand troubles, Tomo takes one for the team and Nuro tries to do things they have never learned. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NU...2024-08-031h 33The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 38 - Family vs. Family - Part 1The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 37 - Family vs. Family - Part 1The runaways take the fight to Banji's old family: The Cinder Squad, while they try and talk to him about his grandfather, Nuro learns about the moon, Tomo makes some soup, Minh goads the enemies and Banji finally has to come to terms with his choices. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO 2024-07-271h 17The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 37 - Family BusinessThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 37 - Family BusinessThe runaways make their way to Dysela's family onsen, on the Caledon volcano for some R&R. Minh and Nuro have mud baths, Tomo has tea wiith a familiar face and Banji helps out around the onsen. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as...2024-07-131h 28The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 36 - Family DinnerThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 36 - Family DinnerAfter arriving at Caledon, the runaways get caught up on the island. Banji see's his family, Tomo and Nuro watch from afar and Minh gets stuck talking to a local. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI Jes...2024-06-291h 10The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 35 - HomecomingThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 35 - HomecomingAfter a successful mission the Runaways relax before reaching Caledon. Minh ponders the book, Nuro learns from the water tribe, Tomo asks for help with eating and Banji goes home for the first time. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BA...2024-06-151h 09The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 34 - BreachThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 33 - Breach The Water tribe members picked up in Fire Nation territory share their mission with the Runaways. Tomo makes a hole, Banji kicks some ass, Nuro gets some training and Minh accidentally triggers a contraption. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BAN...2024-06-011h 36The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 33 - PicklesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 33 - Pickles The runaways deep in Fire Nation territory come across some islands that seem to be persecuting some water tribe members. Tomo pretends to be a pirate, Nuro makes use of a forgotten item, Banji warns citizens about some gas, and Minh throws a cabbage.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" ...2024-05-181h 22The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 32 - VibesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 32 - VibesAfter all the runaways have weird dreams on the sea they they wake up to Banji calling a team meeting. Minh and banji have some tension, Nuro isses Yani, and Tomo sleeps in for once.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" 2024-05-041h 02The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 31 - Fuelhe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 31 - FuelA week after leaving Shimson Big Island, the Runaways decide what to do with the first piece of the book, before returning to Seedy Merchant Pier to get some fuel for the ship. Tomo has some culinary woes, Minh returns a hero, Nuro buys a map, and Banji gets contronted by an old friend.Starring Lucas Li as "The R...2024-04-201h 27The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 30 - ScarsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four runaways seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 30 - ScarsAfter two weeks of rest, the boys confrot Nuro on their recent concerns. Minh goes to the doctor, Banji gets some help from Hikaru, Tomo changes his style and Nuro tries to master healing.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" B...2024-04-061h 18The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 29 - Old Threats & New Woes - Part 2CONTENT WARNING - DROWNING & GOREThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 28 - Old Threats & New Woes - Part 2The runaways regroup and and find Sapphire's ship to find Dr. Karash and her part of the Book of War "Reality's Veil". Minh and Nuro do a combo move and Banji and Tomo try a grand deception.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" 2024-03-221h 08The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 29 - Old Threats & New Woes - Part 1CONTENT WARNING - INJURY TO CHILDREN & GORE(light)The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 28 - Old Threats & New Woes - Part 1The runaways try to escape the facility, Tomo and Minh help Nuro with some bending, Banji dreams of home, and Hiro makes a critical descison for the future of some children.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO 2024-03-151h 08The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 28 - Old Foes and New Threats - Part 2The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 28 - Old Foes & New Threats - Part 2The runaways deep in the facility of Dr. Karash desperately try to find their quarry while threats attack from all angles. Banji and Minh are stuck in the Pit, and Nuro and Tomo have a show down with an old foe and new threat.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO ...2024-03-011h 17The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 28 - Old Foes and New Threats - Part 1The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 28 - Old Foes & New Threats - Part 1 The runaways further investigate Shimson Big Island looking for Dr. Karash, Tomo and Nuro find an entrance to a hidden kitchen, and Banji and Minh try to get into Sapphire's good books.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "...2024-02-231h 00The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 27 - Old Friends & New FoesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 27 - Old Friends & New FoesThe runaways gland bacck a Shimsom Big Island, and go about investigating Dr. Karash and her organisation. Nuro and Banji talk under a pier, and Minh and Tomo head to Lady Dao's estate and Hikaru chills in a cave.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO 2024-02-091h 05The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 26 - Memories and MelodiesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 26 - Memories and MelodiesThe runaways go through their new loot from Aria's tomb, Banji names a weapon of war, Nuro brings the stick back out, Mihn reads his stolen scroll, and Tomo shares his memories of Dr. Karash.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "...2024-01-261h 00The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 25 - War and WorthThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking the Book of War in a world without the Avatar Chapter 25 - War and WorthThe runaways talk to Avatar Aria and Arturo about the Book of War, Tomo takes some stuff, Minh has a cry, Nuro provess their worth and Banji connects with Hiro.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI 2024-01-1258 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 24 - Pai-Sho and Polar WindsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 24 - Pai-Sho and Polar WindsThe runaways make way for the south pole to find the resting place of a former avatar. Tomo, plays Pai-Sho with Hiro, Nuro knows about germs, Minh Fang getshis face fixed and Banji doesn't know where to go.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling...2023-12-011h 04The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 23 - Discord and DeparturesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 23 - Discord and Departures The runaways decide what to do with "Hiro" and get out of dodge while they have the chance. Minh picks fights, Nuro lets it out, Banji get accusatory and Tomo considers resolving a problem once and for all.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "...2023-11-171h 31The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayReading the Book of War - Episode 2Hello Everyone, sadly due to illness we have not recorded the next episode yet, the next episode will be up as soon as possible and at the latest, on the 25th of November. So instead please enjoy an episode from our Patreon. READING THE BOOK OF WAR - Episode 2The story of five nerds talking about their own podcast kinda like a directors commentaryLucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI2023-11-101h 24The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 22 - Tricks and Truths - Part 2The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 22 - Tricks and Truths - Part 2The plan continues as the runaways infiltrate Misty Palms Oasis, to rescue Yani. Tomo continues his ruse, Nuro gets spiritual, Banji tricks his old friends and Minh looses his cool.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI ...2023-10-281h 00The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 22 - Tricks and Truths - Part 1The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 22 - Tricks and Truths - Part 1The runaways come up with a plan to rescue Yani from the firebenders at Misty Palms Oasis. Tomo shows some skin, Banji argues with Hikaru, Minh Fang is too confident and Nuro gives Minh a peace offering. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling...2023-10-2159 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 21 - Rest and RecuperationsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 21 - Rest and Recuperations The runaways rest up and discuss their next move while arguing at the Fang Family Estate. Banji doesnt read the room, Tomo gears up, Nuro get angry at Minh who shares some family history.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI 2023-10-071h 14The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 20 - Friends and FamilyThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 20 - Friends and Family The runaways delve into the spirit world to help wake up Nuro, Minh Fang confronts an anscestor, Banji has some confidence issues, Tomo looses something precious, and Nuro fights against a dark force. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI 2023-09-231h 15The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 19 - Teams and TurmoilThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 19 -Teams and Turmoil The runaways are confronted by Banji's old crew! Banji has a crisis, Nuro struggles to find water, Tomo has a close call and Minh looses something special.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI Jesse Thomas as "The Foundling" ...2023-09-091h 20The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 18 - Flights and FightsTRIGGER WARNING - ABUSE/NEGLECT/DROWNINGThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 18 - Flights and Fights The runaways charged with a new goal, leave the library in search of supplies. Tomo blames Hiro for everything, Nuro reads a mind, Minh watches Tomo, and Banji bends some fire.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "...2023-08-261h 00The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 17 - Spirits and ScrollsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 17 - Spirits and Scrolls The runaways finally get into the library and make friends with Hiro, another trying to get into the library. Minh Fang does a martial demonstration, Nuro turns on no-clipping, Banji has another breakdown, and Tomo lies about his intentions in the library.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO 2023-08-121h 15The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 16 - Deserts and DessertsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 16 - Deserts and DessertsThe teens leave for Omushu and make their way to the tower in the middle of nowhere. Banji gets new drip, Tomo and Nuro partake in a dumpling eating challenge, and Minh Fang endears himself to some sandbenders.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "...2023-08-051h 14The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 15 - Dinner and DiversionsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 15 - Dinner and DiversionsThe teens back in Omashu have a quick break and plan their next move. Tomo reveals some explosive infomation, Minh learns his mother's secret technique, Nuro and Yani do a con, and Banji demands satisfaction.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" ...2023-07-221h 18The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 14 - Treasure and TechniquesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 14 - Treasure and TechniquesMeng Shou starts a competition between the Teens and the Pirates to teach Mihn Fang a new move, Nuro scares a man so much he cries, Tomo does some Top Gun References, Banji has a fight with a child and Minh Fang, goes crazy over a resort treasure hunt.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie...2023-07-081h 27The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 13 - Beaches and BuffetsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 13 - Beaches and Buffets The Teens and Meng Shou leave the spirit water island and make their way back to the Earth Kingdom but stop at a resort along the way. Banji is cool now, Tomo talks about his relationship with Lady Dao, Minh Fang invents seatbelts and Nuro opens up about their Momma. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO ...2023-06-241h 24The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 12 - Dreams and DragonsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 12 - Dreams and Dragons The Teens dream in the liminal space between the real world and the spirit world, after being healed by the spirit water. Each one talking to an important person in their lives.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI ...2023-06-101h 29The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 11 - Lords and Legends - Part 2The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 11 - Lords and Legends - Part 2The Teens help defend the island and the dragon from the Fire Nation. Banji squares off with Lord Daemo, Nuro runs out of juice, Tomo makes a critical choice, and Minh fights a goosemonkey.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" 2023-05-271h 03The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 11 - Lords and Legends - Part 1The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 11 - Lords and Legends - Part 1 The Teens help defend the island and the dragon from the Fire Nation. Banji has dragon cuddles, Nuro jumps into the ocean, Tomo gets a disguise, and Minh holds the line.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI 2023-05-201h 18The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 10 - Mothers and MonstersThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real Play The Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the Avatar Chapter 10 - Mothers and Monsters The Teens find the island between two distant volacanos, and meet Minh Fangs mother Meng Shou. Banji decides on a ward, Tomo likes older woman, and Nuro has an argument.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMO Georgie Hazel as "The Destined" NURO Ted Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI Jesse Thomas...2023-05-061h 24The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayReading the Book of War - Episode 1HAPPY AVATAR DAY! April 28th is the in-universe avatar day so we thought we give you all a little extra treat:READING THE BOOK OF WARThe story of five nerds talking about their own podcast kinda like a directors commentaryLucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANGand Ash Cooper as the GRAND MASTER2023-04-281h 31The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 9 - Directions and DecisionsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 9 - Directions and Decisions Lost at sea the teens decide their next move, Nuro touches the stick again, Banji and Tomo apologise and Minh Fang talks about his family. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH...2023-04-2256 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 8 - Disguises and Disagreements - Part 2The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 8 - Disguises and Disagreements - Part 2The Teens square up against the Boster, Buster and Bester. Banji's looses balance, Tomo closes a part of himself off, Mihn Fang takes another risk, and Nuro has some more vision shennanigans. Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI2023-04-081h 03The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 8 - Disguises and Disagreements - Part 1The Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 8 - Disguises and Disagreements - Part 1 Tomo and Nuro, don some Disguises, Banji gets down to business and Minh Fang struggles against someone just doing their job.StarringLucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANGand Ash Cooper as the GAME...2023-04-011h 15The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 7 - Growth and GlowgrubsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 7 - Growth and GlowgrubsThe Teens sail away with Yani, Minh Fang does something unexpected, Tomo aquires some newfound passion, and Nuro give Banji a haircut.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANG...2023-03-171h 05The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 6 - Sideburns and SecretsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 6 - Sideburns and SecretsThe situation with Jr. Lt. Zhao gets more intense as the teens start playing a game of verbal espionage, mistakes are happen, and an new unlikely friend cuts a deal...Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas...2023-03-031h 09The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 5 - Chats and ChallengesThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 5 - Chats and ChallengesOn a ship to Seedy Merchant Pier; Nuro chats to the teens about bending and being special, Minh Fang and Banji have a friendly Spar and Tomo tries to give himself a cool codename.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJI2023-02-171h 09The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 4 - Banquets and BalanceThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 4 - Banquets and BalanceBumi sits down the teens and calls them to action, Banji gets taught a lesson, Nuro gets weirder, Minh Fang finds a replacement toy, and Tomo riffs on Destiny.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "...2023-02-1059 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 3 - Bending Mats and Mail CartsThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 3 - Bending Mats and Mail CartsThe teens grift their way into Omashu, Nuro has some fun on a mail cart and they meet a fan favourite character.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANG2023-01-2654 minThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 2 - Pirates and PiandaoThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 2 - Pirates and PiandaoThe teens wake up late to get aboard the ship sailing for Omashu, They meet a fancy swordman Piandao, and fight some familiar pirates.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" MINH FANG2023-01-261h 04The Book of War - An Avatar Legends RealplayChapter 1 - Squidfish and FireworksThe Book of War - An Avatar Legends Real PlayThe Story of four teens seeking balance in a world without the AvatarChapter 1 - Squidfish and FireworksFour teens successfuly complete a job for the mysterious Lady Dao, the go have some fun at the squidfish festival and agree to a much more dangerous job.Starring Lucas Li as "The Razor" TOMOGeorgie Hazel as "The Destined" NUROTed Darling as "The Guardian" BANJIJesse Thomas as "The Foundling" 2023-01-261h 07
Tabletop UnknownS4 EP5 - The Missing Bicycle - Part 4Season 4 - BubbleGumshoeEpisode 5 - The Missing Bicycle Part 4 (Real-play section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Evil Hat Productions' "BubbleGumshoe"This episode the investigation comes to a close. Who is the mastermind behind the events in Winstead Green? Will our journalists make it out alive? But more importantly, will they have time to get ready for the BIGGEST night of senior year?2021-07-2343 min
Tabletop UnknownS4 EP4 - The Missing Bicycle - Part 3Season 4 - BubbleGumshoeEpisode 4 - The Missing Bicycle Part 3 (Real-play section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Evil Hat Productions' "BubbleGumshoe"This episode, the Investigative Journalists of the Winstead Green Gazette begin to realise their mystery runs far deeper and darker than they had anticipated. Is Stacey Hallmark ok? How much do the teaching staff of JFK Memorial High REALLY know? Will skipping school...2021-07-161h 04
Tabletop UnknownS4 EP3 - The Missing Bicycle - Part 2Season 4 - BubbleGumshoeEpisode 3 - The Missing Bicycle Part 2 (Real-play section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Evil Hat Productions' "BubbleGumshoe"This episode, the Investigative Journalists of the Winstead Green Gazette follow up on some leads they received in Part 1. What will Brett Peterson reveal? Which Motel did the receipt come from? Will the sleuths pass their Home Economics baking test? ...2021-07-161h 02
Tabletop UnknownS4 EP2 - The Missing Bicycle - Part 1Season 4 - BubbleGumshoeEpisode 2 - The Missing Bicycle Part 1 (Real-play section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Evil Hat Productions' "BubbleGumshoe"This episode, the Investigative Journalists of the Winstead Green Gazette get wind of some strange occurences, all beginning with a missing bicycle. However as the gang will soon learn, things are never quite as simple as they seem in a small town like...2021-07-091h 19
Tabletop UnknownS3 EP6 - Pizza TalkSeason 3 - The Witcher TTRPG by R.Talsorian GamesEpisode 6 - Pizza Talk Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring The Witcher TTRPG by R.Talsorian Games This episode the cast of Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt sit down over pizza to talk through the strengths and weaknesses of the system.- Nicola Codd as Mira...2021-05-2146 min
Tabletop UnknownS3 EP5 - Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt - Part 4Season 3 - The Witcher TTRPGEpisode 5 - Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt, Part 3 (Real-Play Section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring R.Talsorian Games "The Witcher TTRPG"This episode the Witcher-ing gang ready-up by brewing a bunch of performance enhancing drugs, some poisons, enlist help from a Mage, and get ripped off by the merchants. All in preparation for one...2021-05-141h 10
Tabletop UnknownS3 EP4 - Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt - Part 3Season 3 - The Witcher TTRPGEpisode 4 - Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt, Part 3 (Real-Play Section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring R.Talsorian Games "The Witcher TTRPG"This episode the Witcher-ing gang head down to the Blacksmiths, fight some monsters, and harasses a poor boy who no body loves, while also figuring out the what the monster is that plagues...2021-05-0749 min
Tabletop UnknownS3 EP3 - Big Trouble In Little Oxenfurt - Part 2Season 3 - The Witcher TTRPGEpisode 3 - Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt, Part 2 (Real-Play Section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring R.Talsorian Games "The Witcher TTRPG"This episode the Witcher-ing gang set out to follow more clues, by harassing a young woman in her own home and bullying a professor of The Oxenfurt Academy....2021-04-301h 03
Tabletop UnknownS3 EP2 - Big Trouble In Little Oxenfurt - Part 1Season 3 - The Witcher TTRPGEpisode 2 - Big Trouble in Little Oxenfurt, Part 1 (Real-Play Section)Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring R.Talsorian Games "The Witcher TTRPG"This episode Jesse introduces Will and a few friends to the dark and dangerous world of The Witcher, as they investigate the disappearance of a Witcher in the shadow of a series of...2021-04-231h 06
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas83: Valentine's Day Interrupted, Lauren and Jesse Catch Up, Partner's Body Noises, Awkward Dates, V-Day StoriesIt's been a while, folks! But Lauren and Jesse reach through the cobwebs in the mic closet and sit down for a (very belated, very special) Valentine's Day episode. Catch up with the WPL duo in everyone's favorite section: What's Going On, where Lauren gives and update on her book, and—probably more importantly—Jesse gives an update on his hernia. Plus, Jesse and Lauren answer tasty bites about couple stuff: you know, like dream vacations, how to compromise on a road trip, and which of your partner's bodily noises really annoys you. 2021-03-1731 min
Tabletop UnknownS2 EP5 - Pizza Talk*EPISODE NOTES: Unfortunately, recording issues have resulted in some audio being cut out. This was unforeseen and unavoidable.*Season 2 - Pokemon: Tabletop United, A free-use fan distribution by fans, for fans.Episode 5 - Pizza Talk Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring the fan-made Tabletop RPG system, Pokemon: Tabletop United. This episode the cast of The Vanishing Gym sit...2021-03-0554 min
Tabletop UnknownS2 EP4 - The Vanishing Gym Part 3Full disclosure, this episode gets a bit grim. You've been warned.*EPISODE NOTES: Unfortunately, recording issues have resulted in some audio being cut out. This was unforeseen and unavoidable.*Season 2 - Pokemon: Tabletop United, A free-use fan distribution by fans, for fans.Episode 4 - The Vanishing Gym Part 3 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be...2021-02-2655 min
Tabletop UnknownS2 EP3 - The Vanishing Gym Part 2*EPISODE NOTES: Unfortunately, recording issues have resulted in some audio being cut out. This was unforeseen and unavoidable.*Season 2 - Pokemon: Tabletop United, A free-use fan distribution by fans, for fans.Episode 3 - The Vanishing Gym Part 2 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring the fan-made Tabletop RPG system, Pokemon: Tabletop United. This episode Will leads Jesse...2021-02-191h 00
Tabletop UnknownS2 EP2 - The Vanishing Gym Part 1*EPISODE NOTES: Unfortunately, recording issues have resulted in some audio being cut out. This was unforeseen and unavoidable.*Season 2 - Pokemon: Tabletop United, A free-use fan distribution by fans, for fans.Episode 2 - The Vanishing Gym Part 1 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring the fan-made Tabletop RPG system, Pokemon: Tabletop United. This episode Will leads Jesse...2021-02-1046 min
Tabletop UnknownS1 EP6 - Pizza TalkSeason 1 - Edge of the Empire by Fantasy Flight GamesEpisode 6 - Pizza Talk (Discussion Episode) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Fantasy Flight Game’s Star Wars: Edge of the Empire. This episode Will and Jesse discuss with the players what they thought of the plot, the system mechanics, the dice, and if they would ever come back to Fa...2021-01-0238 min
Tabletop UnknownS1 EP5 - Smoke and Dagger Part 4Season 1 - Edge of the Empire by Fantasy Flight GamesEpisode 5 - Smoke and Dagger Part 4 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Fantasy Flight Game’s Star Wars: Edge of the Empire. This episode Jesse takes Will and a few friends deep into the Star Wars Universe using the Edge of the Empire System.The crew of...2020-12-251h 00
Tabletop UnknownS1 EP4 - Smoke and Dagger Part 3Season 1 - Edge of the Empire by Fantasy Flight GamesEpisode 4 - Smoke and Dagger Part 3 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Fantasy Flight Game’s Star Wars: Edge of the Empire. This episode Jesse takes Will and a few friends deep into the Star Wars Universe using the Edge of the Empire System.The crew of...2020-12-1552 min
Tabletop UnknownS1 EP3 - Smoke and Dagger Part 2Season 1 - Edge of the Empire by Fantasy Flight GamesEpisode 3 - Smoke and Dagger Part 2 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Fantasy Flight Game’s Star Wars: Edge of the Empire. This episode Jesse takes Will and a few friends deep into the Star Wars Universe using the Edge of the Empire System.The crew of...2020-12-091h 14
Tabletop UnknownSeason 1 TeaserJust a short teaser trailer for season 1 of Tabletop Unknown.Hosts: Will Sayers and Jesse ThomasSystem: Fantasy Flight Game's - Edge of the EmpireCast:-Campbell Swell as Shasta O'banon-Will Sayers as Snas-Ka-Jett Thomas as Qera Juhmi -Jonny Vercoe as Gideon FInk-Jesse Thomas as the Game MasterTabletop Unknown theme by Will Sayers Additional SFX from www.zapslat.com2020-12-0202 min
Tabletop UnknownS1 EP2 - Smoke and Dagger Part 1Season 1 - Edge of the Empire by Fantasy Flight GamesEpisode 2 - Smoke and Dagger Part 1 (Real-Play section) Welcome to Tabletop Unknown the podcast where we play test lesser known tabletop rpg games.We choose a system, we test it with players and then we talk about it and this season, we will be exploring Fantasy Flight Game’s Star Wars: Edge of the Empire. This episode Jesse takes Will and a few friends deep into the Star Wars Universe using the Edge of the Empire System.The crew of...2020-12-0251 minWork, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas63: Mary Cain, Creating A Healthy Team Culture, Eating Disorders, Performance And Nutrition, Picking A ProgramLast week, the athletic community was shaken by Mary Cain’s op-ed in the New York Times, I Was The Fastest Girl In America, Until I Joined Nike. The article outlined a culture of body shaming and abuse by one of the most elite running teams in the world. Lauren and Jesse discuss the article and how this story illustrates a far too common experience for athletes. They field questions about how you can create a safe and positive environment for athletes as a coach, parent, and teammate; and they offer athletes advice about nutrition and performance, and what to...2019-11-111h 01
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas39: Supporting Competitors, Skipping Workouts, Rest Days, Moving In With Your PartnerIt’s been a rough week for the Flomas family. Jesse’s down for the count with a navicular fracture that’s nearly identical to the one he suffered in the opposite foot after Wildflower. Despite getting to zoom around on multiple devices, the injury makes balancing work and family life tough. Negotiating logistics can be hard, and Lauren and Jesse answer questions about how to navigate uncomfortable situations like supporting your competitors, skipping workouts when you’re not feeling it (and what to do the next day), finding balance on rest days, and moving in with your partner. Plus, Je...2019-04-151h 05
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas36: Injuries, Motivation, Setting Expectations, and Jesse’s Marathon ApproachWhen you’re training hard and going after a big dream, not much is more disappointing than an injury. This is especially tough when the window of opportunity to achieve your goal is small or fleeting. So what do you do when that happens? Today, Lauren and Jesse answer questions about the highs and lows of play—and how re-setting expectations can have a big impact on your mental health and your race performance. 2019-03-251h 07
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas27: Running Technique, Hunger Management, Favorite Running Shoes, and more!The holiday break is starting and 2018 is winding down. And that means a break in childcare for Zadie and Jude! So Lauren and Jesse have been busier than usual at home. However, there’s naptime and school, and that gives Lauren a few windows throughout the day to do some writing. Meanwhile, Jesse’s fresh back from the Picky Bars retreat. A full-team meeting where team members review their 2018 goals and accomplishments, and discuss how this past year will shape 2019. Jesse and Lauren catch you up on some changes coming to Picky Bars in the new year, celebrate some rece...2018-12-2048 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas26: Conditions for Satisfaction, Supporting Your Partner Through Injury, Increasing Your Running Speed, Maintaining Self-Worth in a Group, a Day in the Life of Lauren and JesseSome days you have a great race day. That was the case for both Lauren and Jesse over the past week. Lauren had a fun and successful race both as a runner and as a coach at the club cross country championships. She talks about her experience and how her conditions for satisfaction have changed over her years as a runner. Jesse, perhaps to a lesser degree (but no less glamorous), had an awesome experience at the trampoline park, and went on a spontaneous 20-mile long run that prompted a dose of work/play/love advice from Lauren. Hot...2018-12-1448 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas25: Solo-parenting fun, What to do in the off-season, Pooping, Recovering from a bike crash, and the comparison gameJesse’s been alone for a week solo parenting, and Zadie’s transition from infant to toddler is in full swing, but he’s kept the Flomas house in check and even found down time to sneak in some long runs. Meanwhile, Lauren had a very work-play-love week of travel. First out to Austin for The Running Event for Picky Bars, then to Columbus, Ohio for the USATF annual meeting, and then back home to search for a Christmas tree with the fam. In what’s going on? Jesse talks about the struggle to find balance between work and play as...2018-12-0645 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas24: Adventure runs in Hawaii, Coaching & Celebrating Success, Finding Balance in the Information Age, Leaving a Coaching Relationship, Interviewing to be a CoachSometimes going on a family vacation means finding…adventurous ways to strike the work-play-love balance. Whether you’re karate-chopping your way through jungle-like conditions on trail during a run date, celebrating an exciting Black Friday for your business, or navigating your infant’s new-found love of the word “no,” there’s rarely a dull moment. The Flomas family is back from Maui, and Lauren and Jesse are ready to kick off the holiday season with some of your questions. In rapid fire you’ll find out if you can microwave Picky Oats, the ideal sports bra for nursing mothers, and what to do...2018-11-2937 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas23: Seattle-y stuff, Going from Marathon to Triathlon, Climbing out of a Post-Race Runk, Managing Asthma on the Track, Maintaining Your Period While TrainingLauren and Jesse are fresh back from a work-meeting slash family-vacay slash race-day trip to Seattle where Lauren smashed out a 6k XC run. Truly work, play, and love at its finest. Tune in to hear what it was like for Lauren to pin on a number and race again (pain, cramps, and all), and hear about Jesse’s experience on the sidelines with Zadie and Jude. Then Jesse and Lauren dive in to a bunch of NEW news. Exciting new distribution opportunity for Picky Bars? Maybe so. New Picky product on the horizon? Yep. And an all-new segment on...2018-11-1545 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas14: ‘Stupid Human Tricks’ and the Bars Are Back in Town!Bars are back! Picky Bars has bars again, and all is right (or at least getting back to right) on the business side of the work, play, love triad. Like Rocky hiding out in the woods before his big fight, Lauren, Jesse, and the kids retreated to the lake for their annual family vacation. With Jesse not being in peak triathlon training mode for the first time for the trip (no Sly Stalone training montage, sorry) there was a definite reconnect with the playful side of sport, including a display of “stupid human tricks” as Lauren calls them. This leads conv...2018-08-1644 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas13: "The Bigger the Ship, The Harder to Turn"Lauren and Jesse roadtrip over the Cascades to visit Picky Bars new co-packer, their first manufacturing change since 2012 and the official turnaround to the recent out-of-stock battles. With the updates and changes have naturally come some challenges, and they discuss the delicate balance of small business life and ownership, which as a married couple in the car alone for multiple hours… was exactly as lively a conversation as you’d imagine. “Big ships are harder to turn” as Jesse puts it, but things are back on track (!) and they dive right into some listener questions: Rebounding from a DNF...2018-08-0249 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas08: The Energy Well, Aging in Sport, #SuperAdvanced, and the NBA PlayoffsListen, even if you aren’t interested in the topics in this episode, do yourself a favor and listen to the final few minutes where Jesse explains the origination of #superadvanced, including a memorable dinner table moment with Jude and an avocado. (But if you are interested, here are this week’s listener questions): When to push through fatigue in training/work, and when you need a break Redefining athletic goals with age (Shoutout masters athletes!) Living unfairly in someone else’s limelight The #superadvanced backstory Lauren and Jesse tackle an early morning recording, buzzed up on coff...2018-05-3148 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas06: "The Sky is Made of PB&J" (a.k.a. Get your head right for race day, parenting issues, nutrition, and bucket lists)It’s a big week in the Flomas household, as both Lauren and Jesse prepare for the “Bend Olympics” - Pole, Pedal, Paddle! This multi, multi-sport event is the ultimate PNW challenge and a town treasure. Lauren’s holding down the run leg for her mom friend team, “Play Date,” and Jesse’s tackling the ski, ski, bike, run, kayak, sprint course solo looking for his first non-asterisk win. After some LOLs over their differing race preps, they jump into listener questions. Topics include: Getting into a good pre-race headspace (as the athlete and how to help as a supporter) Talking (or no...2018-05-1646 min
Work, Play, Love with Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas05: Wild Wildflower, the Intersection of Work-Play-Love at its Finest (& Ugliest) Fresh off their wild Wildflower weekend, Jesse and Lauren give a glimpse at what a weekend racing as a pro athlete looks like when the whole damn family is in tow. From how the change in environment may’ve affected his performance to how well compression socks perform as emergency first aid to a four year old’s head, it’s not your typical race recap. (Actual race recap here.) From there they jump right into a batch of listener questions, tackling topics like: Helping someone struggling with confidence issues in sport Dealing with injuries The perks (and downfalls!) of owning...2018-05-1044 min
I Did That! w/ Jesse Thomas and Mark RiccadonnaState of the PodcastJesse and Mark talk about changes both big and small to "I Did That! w/ Jesse Thomas and Mark Riccadonna"2017-02-0700 min
I Did That! w/ Jesse Thomas and Mark RiccadonnaEpisode 1: The PilotA brief introduction to the show I Did That! as well as the hosts, Jesse Thomas and Mark Riccadonna2017-01-0600 min