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Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastIt's the Quenchiest! - 'Avatar: Legends' Intro and Character CreationIn this episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon reunite to begin their exploration of the Avatar:Legends TTRPG! They first reminisce on their love for the two shows the system is based on, and get to the quinchiest part of the episode: character creation! They discuss a couple unique mechanics that highlight the systems focus on character, and showcase the basics of Brandon's character for the upcoming actual-play! For podcast updates, news, TTRPG memes and tips, check out Nat 1 Nerds on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTube! Avatar: Legends is published by Magpie Games. Check out their website at https://magpiegames...2024-06-0842 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast[BONUS] Psychology Check Into TTRPG Storytelling (with Dungeons, Dragons, and Psychology Podcast)In this special bonus episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon are joined by Robert Walker, host of the "Dungeons, Dragons, and Psychology Podcast" and author of 'Session Zero: The DMG to Writing Great Campaigns in Any Setting'. They discuss some psychological aspects of TTRPG's such as the popularity of Dungeons and Dragons and Pathfinder, what makes a good Villain, Escapism, and other topics! Check out Robert's fantastic podcast on your podcatcher of choice, as well as finding him on Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter). You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on their social media on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTube for...2024-05-2354 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastReview System for 2- Final Review for "Roll Table for 2"In this final episode exploring "Roll Table for 2" by Fights and Fancy, your hosts Savannah and Parker give their parting thoughts and grades for the TTRPG system, discussing the session 0 they unknowingly had and remarks on it's combat mechanics. Their infant son also gives his two cents as well :) You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on social media on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTube for updates and additional TTRPG posts. "Roll Table for 2" TTRPG system is created and published by Fights and Fancy. Check out their other system, "Notes in the Twilight" and...2024-05-2032 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast"Roll Table for 2" is for Friends and Couples Alike! - Interview with Poppy from Fights and FancyPoppy, one of the co-creators of the TTRPG "Roll Table for 2" from Fights and Fancy, joins Parker in this GM episode for a fantastic discussion on the origins, inspiration, and aspects of their TTRPG that has proven to a 'gateway' TTRPG for many! They also discuss their Solo Journal TTRPG system, "Notes in the Twilight" and why both systems (and those like them) are valuable tools for TTRPG players, GM's, artists, writers, and creatives. You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTube for more TTRPG content and posts! "Roll Table for 2" and "Notes in the Twilight" are...2024-04-261h 05

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Pair of Thieves in IvyFell (Part 2)- "Roll Table for 2" TTRPG Actual-PlayIn Part 2 of our Actual-Play of "Roll Table for 2" by Fights and Fancy with your hosts Parker and Savannah, the festivities continue in the quaint village of IvyFell, or do they? You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and also YouTube for updates and further TTRPG content! "Roll Table for 2" is a fun and unique TTRPG system created by Fights and Fancy. Check it out along with their other amazing products at https://fightsandfancy.co.uk/ Music created by Monument Studios. Check out their fantastic music for all things Fantasy and TTRPG at www.monumentstudios.net 2024-04-2259 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Pair of Thieves in IvyFall (Part 1)- "Roll Table for 2" TTRPG Actual-PlayYour hosts Parker and Savannah play the first session of Fights and Fancy's Roll Table for 2, where two thieves are reunited after a shared and tragic backstory! This system, since it's made for two players and no GM, is broken up into Session booklets, the first one called "The Meeting Point" which your hosts explore and read from. Roll Table for 2, Session 1: The Meeting Point, is published by Fights and Fancy, and written by Poppy and Sammy Layton. Parts of this episode are read directly from their creative work. Support their amazing work at https://fightsandfancy.co.uk/ Follw Nat 1...2024-04-1158 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastTTRPG Date Night? - Intro and Character Creation for 'Roll Table for 2'In this episode, your host Parker is joined by his wife Savannah in their exploration of 'Roll Table for 2', a TTRPG system by Fights and Fancy that only requires two players... and NO GM! A system that acts as the game master? Yep! They discuss their initial thoughts, discuss abilities and their required ability points, and create Savannah's character from scratch! You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTube for TTRPG thoughts and sneak peaks! Music and sound effects for this episode was created by Monument Studios. Check out their music for all things TTRPG and...2024-03-3147 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastState of the Table: Season 2In this episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon give some updates and announcements for the podcast. They also give sneak peaks into some of the systems they'll be exploring, Brandon gives his sixty-second review of a Netflix show, and pose the question: Is it OK to mark your TTRPG books? You can follow "Nat 1 Nerds" on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and YouTube for more TTRPG insights and discussions! This episodes promo is from the podcast "Friend and Foe Adventuring Co", a Bunkers and Badasses TTRPG actual-play podcast you can find on the podcast of your choice. Intro and Exit music by...2024-03-1317 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastOffical Nat 1 Nerds Podcast Trailer (Remastered)The official Nat 1 Nerds trailer: who we are, what we do, and where to find us. Explore various different tabletop-role playing games with two D&D nerds on their quest to learn unique mechanics and further enhance our tabletop storytelling! Welcome to the table everyone, and happy rolling!2024-03-0501 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastPodcast Trailer- Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastAn official podcast trailer of the 'Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast' explaining what we're all about in under two minutes. Welcome to the table, and happy rolling!2024-02-2601 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastTis the Season for No Magic (Part Two): A Special Holiday D&D 5e Actual-Play (with Rosemary PG Studios)Ten thousand feet up, up the side of the mountain to the tiptop to find Yule! Will they find the mysterious benefactor who's provided fair weather year after year? Will they convince them to again provides trinkets and toys in stockings on Yule? Or perhaps they'll find instead an unexpected need and a Yule-time wish? Join Furball (Brandon), Jolly Jingleberry (Savannah), Martha June (Sierra), Mary Cariah (Emily), and Leland (Kobe) in reaching Delectation and discovering who stole the Yule-time Magic in Part Two of this D&D one-shot actual-play! Check out Rosemary PG Studios on their YouTube...2023-12-231h 33

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastTis the Season for No Magic (Part One): A Special Holiday DnD 5e Actual-Play (with Rosemary PG Studios)The town of Autumn's Refuge, known for it's pleasant seasons year-round, finds itself empty of fair weather, empty of toys in stockings, and empty of magic. A collection of denizens and travelers must find the cause, and prepare to climb to the hamlet where the mysterious benefactor of the magic supposedly dwells. Join Parker as the Dungeon Master, with the denizens and visitors of Autumn's Refuge: Furball the Bugbear ranger (Brandon), the half-elf bard Jolly Jingleberry (Savannah), the Loxodon warlock (Kobe), the Asamair paladin (Sierra), and the human bard Mary Cariah (Emily). Check out Rosemary PG Studios...2023-12-171h 30

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastSeason One Wrap-UpIn this final episode of Season One for the podcast, your hosts Parker and Brandon look back at the TTRPG Systems the table has explored: D&D 5th Edition, Fate Accelerated, Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition, and The One Ring 2nd Edition. They discuss their personal plans during the break, which systems they personally enjoyed the most, how each system offers something fun and unique, and how diverse tabletop-role playing really is. They also answer a great question from a listener: which mechanics did you not get to explain well? You can find Nat 1...2023-11-1625 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastAt Last... Comes the End of Our Fellowship: Final Review of "The One Ring" TTRPGHere at last, at the end of this episode, comes the end of our exploration of "The One Ring" TTRPG system. Like The hobbits, Parker is quite sad, but his substitute co-host Savannah comforts him as we revisit a couple more aspects and mechanics we enjoyed, what our final grade was (though Brandon provided some notes on his thoughts as well), and impart some final thoughts for a system we're sure to revisit. Check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads as well! If you like what we're doing, leave us a review and...2023-11-0151 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastYou Carry the Fate of Us All Loremaster- Gamemaster Advice for "The One Ring" TTRPGIn this episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon discuss their thoughts on how Parker did as a first-time Loremaster for The One Ring TTRPG system. After Parker gushes over his love for all things Tolkien, they talk about what mechankcs could have been better implemented, additional information on those mechanics, and if Tolkien ever wrote about the Fourth Age of Middle-earth. They also share their favorite mechanic of the system. You can find Nat 1 Nerds on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, or at nat1nerdspodcast@gmail.com for comments, questions, and recommendations! If you like what we do, leave us a review...2023-10-1840 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastNot All Accounted For (Part Two): A 'The One Ring' Actual-Play (with Savannah and Afton)We continue exploring our first play-through of "The One Ring" 2nd Edition TTRPG system by Free League Publishing with Parker as the Loremaster, Hanar of Durin's Folk (Brandon), Elanor of Lindon (Afton), and the Dunedain ranger Genevieve (Savannah) as they reach the ruins of Eragon and encounter dark and strange creatures as they search for the rumored seeing stone... primarily exploring the systems unique combat mechanics (though we probably showcase our foundations in D&D lol)! "The One Ring" 2nd Edition TTRPG is published by Free League Publishing. Check out their great products at...2023-10-081h 54

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastNot All Accounted For (Part One): A 'The One Ring' Actual-Play (with Savannah and Afton)In this actual-play session utilizing Free League Publishing's "The One Ring" 2nd edition TTRPG system, your host Parker takes you into the wild and to the house of Elrond as the Loremaster (GM) with Hanar of Durin's Folk (Brandon), Elanor of Lindon (Afton), and the ranger Geniveve (Savannah) as they assist their elven companion deliver troubling news to Lord Elrond from Ciridan the Shipwright regarding an impossible possibility that will lead them to ancient elven ruins of a begone age of the world... all while exploring the systems unique skill checks, Council Phase, and Travel phase mechanics. "they are...2023-10-051h 27

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastThough I Do Not Know The Way- Addtional Context for the "The One Ring" TTRPGIn this special "extra" episode, your host Parker is again joined by Savannah to help give a little additional insight into the region of Eriador, the primary region of Middle-earth The One Ring system focuses game play in (before the actual-play). He explains further context, history, and basic lore of Eriador and it's ancient kingdom of Arnor for both players and lore-masters alike. Savannah and him also mention the importance of the improve principle of "yes and", the Dunedain Rangers, and her character Geniveve's basic backstory. linktr.ee/nat1nerds You can follow 'Nat 1 Nerds' on social media for updates...2023-09-0712 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastWhat Business Does a Man, an Elf, and Dwarf Have In Eriador? - Character Creation for "The One Ring" TTRPGIn this episode, your hosts.... Savannah and Afton take over? They introduce your regular hosts (and their spouses) turned guests, Parker and Brandon to help them create their characters (PC's) for "The One Ring" 2nd Edition TTRPG for the upcoming one-shot actual play session! They discuss in detail Heroic Cultures and it's associated cultural blessings; Callings; Target Numbers: Endurance, Hope, and Parry; and also Combat Proficiency. While creating their characters, Brandon gives a couple random insights into his own character already created... in secret. Music for this podcast was created by Monument Studios. Check out their amazing selection of...2023-08-2638 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastWelcome to Tolkien's Middle-earth: An Introduction to The One Ring 2nd Edition TTRPGIn this episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon introduce us a brand new system: The One Ring 2nd Edition (by Free League Publishing) and the world of Tolkien's Middle-earth, particularly the northern regions where dwell hobbits, men, elves, and... dark things in long forgotten ruins. Parker takes the opportunity to flex his Tolkien knowledge a bit and begins giving his initial thoughts, expectations, and ultimate hopes for the system. They discuss the setting, dice mechanics, character options, and the unique system mechanics regarding Endurance, Hope, and Shadow... You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on social media for updates, tips, and classic...2023-08-1033 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast[BONUS] We Play Dungeons and Dragons Trivial Pursuit (with Derrick and Matt)- Part 2In Part 2 of our Dungeons and Dragons Trivial Pursuit episode, your host Parker, and guests Matt and Derrick continue to showcase their knowledge of D&D history, lore, and also the lack thereof; proving that even the most experienced Dungeon Master's don't know half of what's been published... and that they don't need too. It's also here that the champion of the wedges is declared! Check out both Derrick's podcast 'How Not to DM' (@hownottodm) and Matt's podcast 'Twenty Sides' (@twentysidespod)! If you like what we're doing over-all leave us a 5 star review on the pod-catcher of your choice and...2023-07-2750 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast[BONUS] We Play Dungeons and Dragons Trivial Pursuit (with Derrick and Matt)- Part 1Your host Parker really wanted to play his unopened gift from Christmas: "Dungeons and Dragons Trivial Pursuit" Ultimate Edition. So naturally he invited Derrick from the podcast "How Not To DM" and Matt from a D&D actual-play podcast "Twenty Sides" to join him in a leisure game. It was anything but leisure. In this episode you'll hear Derrick and Matt introduce themselves and their fantastic podcasts, how the questions started off easy until Parker shuffled the deck, and their struggle to answer any questions regarding both in-game lore and real-world history (they legit got hard lol). Part 2 will come...2023-07-141h 03

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastEmbracing the Call of Cthulhu: A Final Review of Call of Cthulhu 7th EditionIn this episode that wraps up their exploration of the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG, your hosts Brandon and Parker give their final thoughts as newcomers on the system and their "grade" for each aspect of the game. They discuss their favorite mechanics of the system, how to potentially incorperate those into D&D and other TTRPG systems, and how Parker can't smite spiders to save his life (almost). You can follow Nat 1 Nerds on their social media on Facebook and Instagram (@nat1nerdspodcast), as well as email them at nat1nerdspodcast@gmail.com with comments, questions, or recommendations on what...2023-06-2943 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastThe Keeper's Guide to "Call of Cthulhu" 7th Edition (Gamemaster Guide)In this episode, your hosts Brandon and Parker spend some discussing about what it takes to be a Keeper running the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG system, and what is needed to do so. They specifically dive into Brandon's first time running the system with Parker, Savannah, and Pedro as their foundation. Also discussed is that despite the horror aspects of the system, that if enough imagination is used (Rainbows and Ponies??), it can more versatile in setting then one might initial think. You can find 'Nat 1 Nerds' on Facebook and Instagram, as well as at nat1nerdspodcast@gmail.com for...2023-06-1524 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastShadow in the Desert (Part Two): A 'Call of Cthulhu' Actual-Play (with The Storyteller's Tavern!)In Part Two of this Call of Cthulhu actual-play, Brandon continues as Keeper (GM) with Parker (as the clergyman Donald), Savannah (the actress Ms. Claire), and Pedro from 'The Storyteller's Tavern' podcast (as the lawyer Jonathan). After an initial look inside the mine, the group discovers raven-like monstrosities inhabiting the mine and manage to escape back to town after Ms. Claire sustained injuries due to Donald's rash-decision making. Once recovered after a week in the local hospital, the group again returns to stop the hellish darkness within the haunted shafts. Will they be lucky enough to escape again? Or...2023-06-151h 39

Pop Culture on the Apricot TreeEp 27 - Keep Your (Covenant) Oath: Latter-day Saints on D&D Honor Among ThievesDungeons and Dragons is a popular hobby among Latter-day Saints, so we rounded up some dungeon masters for this episode. Shannon Oler and Parker Sappington join us to discuss D&D: Honor Among Thieves, the new movie starring Chris Pine and Michelle Rodriguez. This fantasy adventure comedy has us asking how similar are paladin oaths to temple covenants. We also talk about how D&D can be used to build empathy and community among people. And of course, the chubby dragon makes an appearance! Show Notes: https://www.popcultureapricottree.com/post/honoramongthieves Video editing by Liz Busby; Audio mastering...2023-04-271h 14

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastShadow in the Desert (Part One): A 'Call of Cthulhu' Actual-Play (with The Storyteller's Tavern)In this actual-play episode, your hosts Brandon and Parker are again joined by Pedro from 'The Storyteller's Tavern' podcast and another special guest: Parker's wife Savannah! Brandon takes the reigns of Keeper (or Game Master) for a Call of Cthulhu one-shot adventure set in the deserts of Apache Junction, Arizona in the mid 1920's. Join the lawyer Jonathan (Pedro), Reverend Donald Dillard (Parker), and Miss Claire (Savannah) as they assist Jonathan in uncovering the mysterious darkness plaguing a newly discovered mine that caused all the miners to die... with the exception of one lone miner gone completely mad. Can...2023-04-181h 54

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastInvestigating the "Call of Cthulhu": Character Creation (with The Storyteller's Tavern)In this enlightening episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon make their own Call of Cthulhu character/investigator with the help of Pedro from The Storyteller's Tavern podcast! They dive deep into the exact mechanics surrounding the creation of an investigator, how important percentile dice are, and discuss everything on the character sheet. They also create Parker's character, Donald Dillard, step by step... or roll by roll. Hopefully Donald's stats are good enough to keep him more sane then not... if he survives Brandon's one-shot adventure next episode. Pedro is the "forever DM" of the podcast, The Storyteller's Tavern, where they...2023-04-021h 21

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastHeeding the "Call of Cthulhu": IntroductionWelcome to our next system! Today, your hosts Brandon and Parker begin the exploration of the TTTPG system "Call of Cthulhu" with a brief introduction by sharing their initial impressions, basic mechanics, and seeing how sane they'll stay after venturing into the eldritch unknown... If you like the episode, we'd love for you to leave a review, subscribe to the podcast, and share with your friends! If you want to leave a lengther review, you can message Nat 1 Nerds on Facebook, Instagram, or email at nat1nerdspodcast@gmail.com "Call of Cthulhu" is published by Chaosium. You can find the...2023-03-1823 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast[BONUS] The Why and How of Tabletop-Roleplaying Exploration - with The RPG GoblinIn this special episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon are joined by fellow TTRPG explorer Willow from the RPG Goblin podcast to talk about what we love most: tabletop-roleplaying games! They discuss some of their favorite aspects of TTRPG's in general: dice making, favorite TTRPG's, and most importantly why they love exploring various different tabletop-roleplaying systems. They also share their thoughts on why others should allow themselves to explore and learn about different types of TTRPG systems; even when some may not want to diverge from their initial (or comfort) system of choice. The benefits may surprise you... and Uncle I...2023-02-1947 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Review and Analysis of the Fate Accelerated SystemIn this episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon wrap up their exploration of the Fate Accelerated tabletop roleplaying system with some parting thoughts, final impressions, and overall grade of this particular system. They discuss the true nature of chaotic neutral characters, answer fan submitted questions, talk about the difficulty of finding players when trying out new TTRPG systems, and something about a horror mystery adventure at Disneyland?? Overall, the final grade for this system was passing, and they look forward to trying out the full version in the Fate Core system! If you have questions about the Fate Accelerated system...2023-02-0544 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastGame Master's Tools for Fate AcceleratedIn this overdue episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon dive right back into the Fate Accelerated TTRPG system by focusing their conversation from the point of view of the Game Master, or GM, who runs the session and table. Similar to a Dungeon Master for D&D, the Game Master for Fate is slightly different for a different system. Parker and Brandon talk about those slight differences (and similarities) with D&D, discuss how well Christian did as a GM for the players in our recent one-shot (Spoilers for A Mysterious Christmas Carol one-shot adventure), and... how dad jokes make...2023-01-2131 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Mysterious Christmas Carol (Part Two): A Special 'Fate Accelerated' Actual-Play (with Improv Tabletop)In Part 2 of this special Holiday adventure with Improv Tabletop's Christian Randall and Ned Wilcock, our hero's Sam, Deggy, and Whatsly found a woman who seemed to recognize them as the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future while observing the funeral of their murdered haunt. However, no one has been able to see them before as they travel through the timestream searching for clues. What does this mean? Is she involved somehow? If so, how and why? The answers come as a shock to our new Christmas ghosts as they finally confront the perpetrators... Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays f...2022-12-2247 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Mysterious Christmas Carol (Part One): a Special 'Fate Accelerated' Actual-Play (with Improv Tabletop)In this special Holiday adventure using the Fate Accelerated TTRPG system, Christian of the 'Improve Tabletop' podcast takes the reigns (pun intended) of Gamemaster as Parker, Brandon, and the usual Gamemaster of 'Improve Tabletop' Ned become the new ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come... except their first haunting has become a murder! It's as though someone knew these ghosts were coming beforehand... Will our reluctant ghosts Sam the psychic, Deggy the mailman, and Whatsly the accountant be able to solve the murder? Intro and Outro music created by Monument Studios. Check their great music for all things...2022-12-1844 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastFate Accelerated: Character Creation (with Christian and Ned from 'Improv Tabletop'!)In this episode, your hosts Parker and Brandon become apprentices of some masters of the Fate Accelerated TTRPG system... Ned Wilcock and Christian Randell from one of Parker's favorite podcasts, Improv Tabletop! Having several Fate Accelerated mini campaigns under their belt, both Christian and Ned know the system in and out. While debating physical books (Parker) vs PDF's (Brandon) and reviewing the basic mechanics of the system, Ned and Christian help explain the simple and straightforward process of creating player characters for Fate Accelerated for our special Holiday One-shot adventure next episode. If you have questions about tabletop roleplaying games...2022-12-1129 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Basic Introduction to Fate AcceleratedIn this first episode of our exploration arch of the Fate Accelerated system, your hosts Parker and Brandon discuss their first impressions and hopes as they begin their dive into this recommended system for those wanting to branch away from their original roots in the TTRPG community, or especially those who are interested in joining the TTRPG community in general. They compare the system's roleplaying and encounters (combat) with those in Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition, and also announce two special guests joining them in upcoming episodes to further explore a fun system more! If you have questions about us o...2022-12-0916 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration Podcast[BONUS] Recommended Books for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition, with Rosemary PG StudiosSpecial guests Emily and Sierra from Rosemary PG Studios join your host Parker in geeking out over their favorite D&D 5e supplement books! Why? Because there are A LOT of additional books that can be used to help better understand and enhance your table-top experience, and it can get overwhelming. Out of the 32 offical publications for 5th edition by Wizards of the Coast, we recommend 5 out of the 32 (besides the essential Player's Handbook, Dungeon Master's Guide, and the Monster Manual) and one 3rd party publication. We also discuss some more tips and advise for Dungeon Masters, and favorite D...2022-10-301h 01

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Review and Analysis of Dungeons and Dragons 5th EditionIn this final episode exploring Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition, your hosts Parker and Brandon give their final thoughts on the classic system that introduced them (and so many others) into the world of table-top role-playing games. Though they admit their biased grade in the system's favor (such as how well the combat mechanics and rules work), they still have their criticism; notably the games lack of role-play support mechanically speaking. They also give further insight into being a good Dungeon Master, and some talk on how to run a campaign with different types of players at the table. Overall...2022-10-1656 min

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastThe Cyre 1313 (Part Two): A Special Halloween Dungeons and Dragons 5e One-Shot[Disclaimer: Due to this being our first recorded actual-play, audio quality osn't ideal but understandable. For a better quality, check out our 2023 D&D Holiday Actual-play.] Your hosts Parker and Brandon continue their very first session-long adventure (one-shot) on the podcast using the Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition system with guests Afton and Aubrey. As their characters engage in some ghost busting, questions remain: where are they? Will they survive this horror ride through the mist that destroyed a kingdom? At the end, each player shares something they learned (or re-learned) about their characters, the mechanics of...2022-10-081h 23

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastThe Cyre 1313 (Part One): A Special Halloween Dungeons and Dragons 5e One-Shot[Disclaimer: Unfortunetly the audio quality is not ideal but still understandable. For a better quality, check out our 2023 D&D Holiday-themed actual-play.] Your hosts Parker and Brandon are joined by two special guests, Afton and Aubrey, as they continue exploring the Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition system... by playing a one session long adventure! Their character's, Tarren the Sorcerer, Aethera the Warlock, and Tazle the Cleric, all meet at a tavern on the borders of a destroyed kingdom shrouded in mist. What lays beyond the mist? Will they survive what lies beyond in their first actual-play? Intro...2022-10-041h 32

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastDungeon Master's Tools for Dungeons and Dragons 5th EditionContinuing our exploration of Dungeons and Dragons 5e, hosts Parker and Brandon discuss what it takes to run a D&D campaign as the Dungeon Master/Game Master (or DM) for the first time. What materials do you need? How do you begin a D&D campaign? What are some things to keep in mind? What's the importance of a Session 0, and how does it set the foundation of a good TTRPG experience for everyone at the table? How do you run social encounter's? There is a lot of work and reward in becoming a Dungeon Master. Being veteran DM's...2022-09-171h 06

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastDungeons and Dragons 5th Edition: Character CreationIn this second episode on Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition, hosts Brandon and Parker discuss the process and considerations in creating your first character. They discuss Race, Class, Background, and how to implement those traits onto your character sheet by building an original character (step by step) voted on by listeners while recording. Not only will you have a better understanding on how to build a character and how to acquire your stats, but also discover why Parker and Brandon's character apparently skipped leg day at the gym... (hint: we rolled a 5 for Strength). Happy Rolling! Intro and Outro music c...2022-09-031h 04

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastA Basic Introduction to Dungeons and Dragons 5th EditionEver wonder what the big deal is with D&D, or why some friends really enjoy it? In this episode (or "session"), your hosts Brandon and Parker give a general overview on how the 5th edition of Dungeons and Dragons works, as well as revisiting to when they were new players. They discuss why Dungeons and Dragons is such a popular game, the benefits of investing time to play, what materials are recommended for a new player, what the different sided dice are used for, an overview of what character stats are, and how combat works within the system. If y...2022-08-201h 10

Nat 1 Nerds: A TTRPG Exploration PodcastIntroductory EpisodeIn this episode, co-hosts Brandon and Parker introduce their brand new podcast. In their introduction, they discuss how they met, their introduction to tabletop role-playing, share their currant Dungeon's and Dragons characters, what makes tabletop role-playing fun and productive, and what they ultimately hope this podcast will turn into as they continue to improve themselves. If you have questions about us or TTRPG's in general, comments on the podcast, or suggestions on what we should explore, find us on Facebook (Nat 1 Nerds Podcast) and Instagram (@nat1nerdspodcast) and send us a message! Or email us at nat1nerdspodcast@gmail.com H...2022-08-0641 min $BEHIND THE CURTAIN: BROADWAY\'S LIVING LEGENDS » Podcast$ BEHIND THE CURTAIN: BROADWAY'S LIVING LEGENDS » PodcastMARGO SAPPINGTON, CHOREOGRAPHERSlip into your birthday suit because we have the choreographer of Oh! Calcutta! with us today! Yes, the one and only Margo Sappington, sits down with Rob and Kevin to talk about her appearances in Promises, Promises and Oh! Calcutta! as well as choreographing the revivals of Where's Charley, Pal Joey and the original productions of Play Me A Country Song and Doonesbury. Margo pulls back the curtain on her career to discuss how she created a William Shatner ballet, what it was like originating Turkey Lurkey Time, and why its always good to explore new boundaries in the d...2019-04-081h 16