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World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 48, part 2: Solo Journaling RPGs with Anna BlackwellThe biggest villain in tabletop RPGs is ... scheduling. But what if you could play a satisfying roleplaying game all on your own? Solo Journaling RPGs have taken off in recent years, and today Janet has acclaimed game designer Anna Blackwell, creator of Apothecaria, DELVE, and the upcoming For Small Creatures Such As We to talk about what makes these games special.2024-06-1932 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 47, part 2: Pulp Fiction GenreWhat IS Pulp Fiction? In this episode Janet talks with authors Trip Galey and Chris McCartney of Bona Books about unpacking this action-packed genre! What are the common tropes that make pulp AWESOME?! And how do we reinvent Pulp without the Problems? 2024-06-1234 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 47, part 1: Pulp Fiction GenreWhat IS Pulp Fiction? In this episode Janet talks with authors Trip Galey and Chris McCartney of Bona Books about unpacking this action-packed genre! What are the common tropes that make pulp AWESOME?! And how do we reinvent Pulp without the Problems? 2024-06-1229 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 46, part 2: Designing Fantasy Castles with Wolfgang BaurWorldbuilding Fantasy Castles with Wolfgang Baur!❤️ 🏰 Where should your castles be on the map? 🗺️ 🏰 What does everyone forget when worldbuilding castles? 🤔 🏰 How do you STORM a fantasy castle... or defend one!? 🐉 🧙 Janet (founder and CEO of World Anvil) chats with castle fanatic and Ennie Award-winning worldbuilding expert Wolfgang Baur (Founder and CEO of Kobold Pres), digging into the foundations of castles, figuring out the turrets of their troubles, and lowering the drawbridge to reveal common mistakes!2024-06-0529 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 46, part 1: Designing Fantasy Castles with Wolfgang BaurWorldbuilding Fantasy Castles with Wolfgang Baur!❤️ 🏰 Where should your castles be on the map? 🗺️ 🏰 What does everyone forget when worldbuilding castles? 🤔 🏰 How do you STORM a fantasy castle... or defend one!? 🐉 🧙 Janet (founder and CEO of World Anvil) chats with castle fanatic and Ennie Award-winning worldbuilding expert Wolfgang Baur (Founder and CEO of Kobold Pres), digging into the foundations of castles, figuring out the turrets of their troubles, and lowering the drawbridge to reveal common mistakes!2024-06-0533 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 45, part 2: Character First Plotting and Building an Audience with Hannah Nicole MaehrerHannah Nicole Maehrer's debut release, Assistant to the Villain, started out as a series of TikTok sketches. Janet sits down with her to talk about building a novel's worth of plot character-first, and using episodic formats to develop characters, settings, and plot for a longer work. They also discuss building a platform and connecting with readers on social media. 2024-05-2939 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 45, part 1: Character First Plotting and Building an Audience with Hannah Nicole MaehrerHannah Nicole Maehrer's debut release, Assistant to the Villain, started out as a series of TikTok sketches. Janet sits down with her to talk about building a novel's worth of plot character-first, and using episodic formats to develop characters, settings, and plot for a longer work. They also discuss building a platform and connecting with readers on social media. 2024-05-2929 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 44, part 2: The Undying Appeal of Vampires with Jason CarlVampires! Their undying appeal is unquestioned. But how can writers, gamemasters and tabletop RPG players inject new life into these monstrous heroes in games and fiction? Join Janet as she sits down with Jason Carl, brand marketing manager for Vampire: The Masquerade, to talk about fresh approaches to writing vampires!2024-05-2231 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 44, part 1: The Undying Appeal of Vampires with Jason CarlVampires! Their undying appeal is unquestioned. But how can writers, gamemasters and tabletop RPG players inject new life into these monstrous heroes in games and fiction? Join Janet as she sits down with Jason Carl, brand marketing manager for Vampire: The Masquerade, to talk about fresh approaches to writing vampires! 2024-05-2233 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 43, part 2: Collaborative Writing & Space Misfits with Nina Croft & Tracy WolffIn this episode, we're talking about science fiction worldbuilding, collaborative writing, and creating a crew of lovable misfits with Tracy Wolff & Nina Croft, bestselling authors of Star Bringer!2024-05-1525 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 43, part 1: Collaborative Writing & Space Misfits with Nina Croft & Tracy WolffIn this episode, we're talking about science fiction worldbuilding, collaborative writing, and creating a crew of lovable misfits with Tracy Wolff & Nina Croft, bestselling authors of Star Bringer!2024-05-1532 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 42, part 2: Mood, Tone, Theme & Genre in Worldbuilding w Peter ChiykowskiAre you in the mood... for worldbuilding? Join Janet and our guest Peter Chiykowski of Rock, Paper, Cynic and The Story Engine Deck as we talk about the elements of mood, tone and theme in worldbuilding. These subtle aspects can have a huge impact on how people experience your world - here's how to use them with intention!2024-05-0842 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 42, part 1: Mood, Tone, Theme & Genre in Worldbuilding w Peter ChiykowskiAre you in the mood... for worldbuilding? Join Janet and our guest Peter Chiykowski of Rock, Paper, Cynic and The Story Engine Deck as we talk about the elements of mood, tone and theme in worldbuilding. These subtle aspects can have a huge impact on how people experience your world - here's how to use them with intention!2024-05-0834 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastGeography in Worldbuilding: from Map to Myth to Magic with Andy Law and CaeoraWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! Geography is the literal foundation of your worldbuilding. Join us for this foray into the forests, deserts, mountains and oceans of your imagination. From mapmaking to natural disasters to unnatural landmarks, you won’t want to miss this groundbreaking session. Where to start with geography in worldbuilding? What are the critical elements of geography in worldbuilding? How to combine natural processes, historical events and fantastical elements? How can geography make stories and games more engaging? Tips for describing fantasy geography for readers & play...2023-10-0453 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastDark Worldbuilding: Bringing the Shadows to Your World with Michael WilliamsWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! Tone, mood and aesthetic are all elements that can be used to differentiate your world. Join us for a lively discussion on how to add a darker edge to your worldbuilding efforts. Learn how careful placement of the shadows in your world can add depth, and help your world feel more realistic - or more fantastical. Does genre affect worldbuilding? Are some naturally darker than others? What lures us to dark worlds as authors, readers & gamers? How do we create reader experiences in...2023-10-0445 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastWhen to Stop Worldbuilding with Chris Fox, Jason Sizemore, John Joseph Adams, C.L. ClarkWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! It’s easy to get carried away by the desire to fully flesh out your fictional world. Our panel of industry experts will explain how much worldbuilding is enough - and how to deliver it for maximum impact, while avoiding the dreaded “exposition infodump prologue.” Why do we need to stop worldbuilding? What worldbuilding elements should be going on the page? What tricks create the illusion of deep worldbuilding without too much detail? Tips for guiding readers into a complex setting graduall...2023-10-0448 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastMagic Systems in Worldbuilding with Keith Baker, Celeste Conowitch & Shane HensleyWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! Our panel of experts is ready to bring the magic! Join us as we think through the mechanics of magic systems. Consider how different magic systems affect combat balance and action economy in gaming. Learn how different styles of magic can contribute to your fictional world’s overall theme and premise. Where do you start with creating a magic system? What are the essential elements of a magic system? How can you balance your magic system? How to explain your magic system to y...2023-10-0451 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastFantasy Worldbuilding: Inverting the Tropes with Amanda Hamon & Gail CarrigerWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! No genre is more closely associated with Worldbuilding than fantasy. Unfortunately, this can create a temptation to “play the hits,” following established tropes at the cost of innovation. In this session, we’ll discuss how to subvert audience expectations and deliver a fantasy world that’s both satisfying and surprising. Join Janet and Worldbuilding Con guests Gail Carriger and Amanda Hamon as they discuss fantasy worldbuilding: What is a trope? What is your favorite or most hated fantasy trope? What are the ben...2023-10-041h 03
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 41, part 2: How to design for non-DnD Systems and Settings... both other people's, and YOUR OWN! In this episode Janet sits down with the amazing DOMINIQUE DICKEY - a pro-RPG designer and writer, and also an INDIE designer and writer. They discuss: The advantages - and disadvantages - of writing outside DnD How different systems and game mechanics affect the way you write Tips for getting into designing professionally for RPG Publishers The process to get from RPG system idea to something ready to play test ... and more! Check out Dominique’s newest release "Plant Girl Game” - about a family of plant-kids working to prevent ecological disas...2023-09-2727 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 41, part 1: How to design for non-DnD Systems and Settings... both other people's, and YOUR OWN! In this episode Janet sits down with the amazing DOMINIQUE DICKEY - a pro-RPG designer and writer, and also an INDIE designer and writer. They discuss: The advantages - and disadvantages - of writing outside DnD How different systems and game mechanics affect the way you write Tips for getting into designing professionally for RPG Publishers The process to get from RPG system idea to something ready to play test ... and more! Check out Dominique’s newest release "Plant Girl Game” - about a family of plant-kids working to prevent ecological disas...2023-09-2736 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 40, part 2: What Makes Epic Fantasy Epic?What makes Epic Fantasy epic? Where did the genre come from? What are the tropes to rely on (or avoid)? And how can we sprinkle a little epic into other genres, too? Expert Celeste Conowitch from Kobold Press unpacks this knotty topic!2023-09-2031 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 40, part 1: What Makes Epic Fantasy Epic?What makes Epic Fantasy epic? Where did the genre come from? What are the tropes to rely on (or avoid)? And how can we sprinkle a little epic into other genres, too? Expert Celeste Conowitch from Kobold Press unpacks this knotty topic!2023-09-2039 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 39, part 1: Worldbuilding for Mental HealthHow can worldbuilding help your mental health? And how can you maintain your mental health in the face of imposter syndrome, perfectionism and competitiveness? We're live with art-therapist and artist Christina Christidou unpacking Worldbuilding and Mental Health!2023-09-1336 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 39, part 2: Worldbuilding for Mental HealthHow can worldbuilding help your mental health? And how can you maintain your mental health in the face of imposter syndrome, perfectionism and competitiveness? We're live with art-therapist and artist Christina Christidou unpacking Worldbuilding and Mental Health!2023-09-1339 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 38, part 1: Matriarchies in WorldbuildingEver considered worldbuilding a Matriarchy? To celebrate mother's day, Janet from World Anvil chats with her own mommy, archaeologist and ancient historian Professor Lin Foxhall, about matriarchies and gender dynamics, both past and imagined. Glean insights into worldbuilding families, cultures and power structures in this expert discussion!2023-09-0635 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 38, part 2: Matriarchies in WorldbuildingEver considered worldbuilding a Matriarchy? To celebrate mother's day, Janet from World Anvil chats with her own mommy, archaeologist and ancient historian Professor Lin Foxhall, about matriarchies and gender dynamics, both past and imagined. Glean insights into worldbuilding families, cultures and power structures in this expert discussion!2023-09-0628 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 37, part 2: Writing Autistic Characters with Jonathan FesmireWhat are the challenges and secret super powers of Autistic characters? What do classic or famous representations of autistic characters get wrong? In this episode, Janet interviews author Jonathan Fesmire about all this and more! Links: https://www.jonathanfesmire.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jonfesmire/ http://amzn.to/2uLdE1q 2023-08-3030 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 37, part 1: Writing Autistic Characters with Jonathan FesmireWhat are the challenges and secret super powers of Autistic characters? What do classic or famous representations of autistic characters get wrong? In this episode, worldbuilding expert Janet Forbes interviews author Jonathan Fesmire about all this and more! Links: https://www.jonathanfesmire.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jonfesmire/ http://amzn.to/2uLdE1q 2023-08-3033 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 36, part 2: Avoiding GM Burnout with Dead Aussie GamerWhat is GM burnout? What causes it? How can you prevent or solve it? In this episode, Janet talks with Pro-GM and all round amazing person Dead Aussie Gamer about GMing experiences and how to create a set of DM tools to beat the burn out! Links: Website YouTube Twitch2023-08-2339 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 36, part 1: Avoiding GM Burnout with Dead Aussie GamerWhat is GM burnout? What causes it? How can you prevent or solve it? In this episode, Janet talks with Pro-GM and all round amazing person Dead Aussie Gamer about GMing experiences and how to build a set of DM tools beat the burn out! Links: Website YouTube Twitch2023-08-2338 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 35, part 2: Adapting Real World Cultures with Basheer GhouseWorld building inspired by real world cultures - and how to get it right!? 😅 In this episode, Janet chats with the AMAZING Basheer Ghouse, expert worldbuilder and RPG writer who's worked for Pathfinder, Kobold Press & Wizards of the Coast. Learn all about how to adapt real world cultures to create fasctinating and unique cultures for your own worlds. Links: Guns Blazing Kickstarter Itchio2023-08-1629 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 35, part 1: Adapting Real World Cultures with Basheer GhouseWorldbuilding inspired by real world cultures - and how to get it right!? 😅 In this episode, Janet chats with the AMAZING Basheer Ghouse, expert worldbuilder and RPG writer who's worked for Pathfinder, Kobold Press & Wizards of the Coast. Learn all about how to adapt real world cultures to create fasctinating and unique cultures for your own worlds. Links: Guns Blazing Kickstarter Itchio2023-08-1635 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 34, part 2: Kitchen Sink Fantasy WorldbuildingIs your world everything-and-the-kitchen-sink? And is that even a bad thing? In this episode, Janet interviews Peter Chiykowski creator of the award-winning webcomic Rock Paper Cynic, and The Story Engine Deck of writing prompts. They discuss Fantasy Kitchen Sink worldbuilding - what is it, what are the problems it can cause, and how to fix it. Links: https://lookitspeter.com/ https://rockpapercynic.com/ https://storyenginedeck.com/2023-08-0941 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 34, part 1: Kitchen Sink Fantasy WorldbuildingIs your world everything-and-the-kitchen-sink? And is that even a bad thing? In this episode, Janet interviews Peter Chiykowski creator of the award-winning webcomic Rock Paper Cynic, and The Story Engine Deck of writing prompts. They discuss Fantasy Kitchen Sink worldbuilding - what is it, what are the problems it can cause, and how to fix it. Links: https://lookitspeter.com/ https://rockpapercynic.com/ https://storyenginedeck.com/2023-08-0930 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 33, part 2: Dungeon-Based One-Shots with Duke DavisPart 2: Dungeons are a staple of TTRPGs (it's even half of Dungeons & Dragons, one of the most popular games!), and they're awesome tools for one-shot adventures too. So we interviewed Duke Davis, from One-Shot Questers, to tell us all about dungeon one-shots and how to use them at your table!2023-04-1938 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 33, part 1: Dungeon-Based One-Shots with Duke DavisPart 1: Dungeons are a staple of TTRPGs (it's even half of Dungeons & Dragons, one of the most popular games!), and they're awesome tools for one-shot adventures too. So we interviewed Duke Davis, from One-Shot Questers, to tell us all about dungeon one-shots and how to use them at your table!2023-04-1930 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 32, part 2: Querying a Literary AgentPart 2: So you've written a novel and edited it, and you're pretty sure it's ready for publishing—time for the next step! If you're going for traditional publishing, you'll want to query your novel to an agent, and to do that, you need a query letter! We interviewed Laura VanArendonk Baugh, a traditionally published author, to tell us all about the querying process!2023-04-1327 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 32, part 1: Querying a Literary AgentPart 1: So you've written a novel and edited it, and you're pretty sure it's ready for publishing—time for the next step! If you're going for traditional publishing, you'll want to query your novel to an agent, and to do that, you need a query letter! We interviewed Laura VanArendonk Baugh, a traditionally published author, to tell us all about the querying process!2023-04-1235 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 31, part 2: Traditional Publishing PathwaysIn this episode our special guest is John Joseph Adams, award-winning editor of BEST AMERICAN SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY, as well as the bestselling editor of more than thirty anthologies! He and Janet discuss the mysteries of traditional publishing, and how writers can set themselves up for success when submitting short stories and novels.2023-04-0540 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 31, part 1: Worldbuilding with WaterwaysIn this episode, we set sail on the always-current topic of waterways in worldbuilding! If this is your first episode, thanks for joining us. Janet's joined by special guest John Joseph Adams, award-winning editor of BEST AMERICAN SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY, as well as the bestselling editor of more than thirty anthologies! Together they discuss rivers, streams, lakes and all the ways water sources impact your worldbuilding.2023-04-0532 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 30, part 1: Novel Writing Basics | How to Write a NovelPart 1: So, you've decided to take the leap and start writing a novel—and now you don't know where to start. Don't worry, that's completely normal! Writing can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. We interviewed Deleyna, a best-selling writer and Anvilite, and she gave us crash course on novel writing basics!2023-03-2937 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 30, part 2: Novel Writing Basics | How to Write a NovelPart 2: So, you've decided to take the leap and start writing a novel—and now you don't know where to start. Don't worry, that's completely normal! Writing can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. We interviewed Deleyna, a best-selling writer and Anvilite, and she gave us crash course on novel writing basics!2023-03-2938 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 29: Airships & Dragons with Tracy & Laura HickmanIn this episode, we’re talking to industry legends Tracy & Laura Hickman!We discuss the lasting impact and legacy of the Dragonlance novels, their approach to collaborative writing and worldbuilding, and their current tabletop RPG projects.2023-03-2233 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 28, part 2: Hard vs. Soft Worldbuilding with Andy LawPart 2! Hard and soft worldbuilding describe the approach or method you use when worldbuilding. If you've heard of the terms pantsing and plotting when talking about writing, it's a similar concept! Hard worldbuilding is more methodical, it has a defined process you follow, almost like a blueprint. Soft worldbuilding, on the other hand, is more organic and fully relies on improvisation and figuring it out as you go. We interviewed Andy Law, from Rookery Publications, to learn more about this!2023-03-1531 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 28, part 1: Hard vs. Soft Worldbuilding with Andy LawHard and soft worldbuilding describe the approach or method you use when worldbuilding. If you've heard of the terms pantsing and plotting when talking about writing, it's a similar concept! Hard worldbuilding is more methodical, it has a defined process you follow, almost like a blueprint. Soft worldbuilding, on the other hand, is more organic and fully relies on improvisation and figuring it out as you go. We interviewed Andy Law, from Rookery Publications, to learn more about this.2023-03-1532 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 27, part 2: How to Create an RPG SystemPart 2! Creating an entire RPG system is a very rewarding experience, as you're able to create a game exactly how you want it! But it's also a big endeavour, which is easy to get overwhelmed by. So Janet interviewed Celeste Conowitch and Jack Caesar, two incredible RPG game designers, to get their thoughts on the matter!2023-03-0835 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 27, part 1: How to Create an RPG SystemCreating an entire RPG system is a very rewarding experience, as you're able to create a game exactly how you want it! But it's also a big endeavour, which is easy to get overwhelmed by. So Janet interviewed Celeste Conowitch and Jack Caesar, two incredible RPG game designers, to get their thoughts on the matter!2023-03-0832 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 26, part 2: Creating Great Battle Maps (Even If You Can't Draw)Part 2! In this episode, we’re revealing the secrets to Making a Great Battle Map! Our special guest is Till Lammer, CEO and Founder of Dungeon Fog! We're talking about where to set your battles in DnD and RPG games - and how to make sure the location will create a great experience in play. You can make the most amazing battle map in the world, but if the area you choose isn’t interesting - your map’s going to be boring! So what makes a battle scene interesting to map and to fight?2023-03-0133 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 26 part 1: Creating Great Battle Maps (Even If You Can't Draw)In this episode, we’re revealing the secrets to Making a Great Battle Map! Our special guest is Till Lammer, CEO and Founder of Dungeon Fog! We're talking about where to set your battles in DnD and RPG games - and how to make sure the location will create a great experience in play. You can make the most amazing battle map in the world, but if the area you choose isn’t interesting - your map’s going to be boring! So what makes a battle scene interesting to map and to fight?2023-03-0134 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 25, part 2: How to Make a Monster with Celeste ConowitchPart 2! The Monster Manual is an awesome resource to set the stakes of your game, but what if you want something more personalized? Maybe you have your own custom setting, or your players might be experienced enough to know what all the monsters can do. By creating new ones, you’ll re-infuse a true sense of wonder to your world! Join Janet Forbes and Celeste Conowitch, Senior Game Designer at Kobold Press, as they discuss How to Make a Monster!2023-02-2321 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 25, part 1: How to Make a Monster with Celeste ConowitchThe Monster Manual is an awesome resource to set the stakes of your game, but what if you want something more personalized? Maybe you have your own custom setting, or your players might be experienced enough to know what all the monsters can do. By creating new ones, you’ll re-infuse a true sense of wonder to your world! Join Janet Forbes and Celeste Conowitch, Senior Game Designer at Kobold Press, as they discuss How to Make a Monster!2023-02-2329 min
SeedToScale | Curated by AccelMasterclass #6: Spinny’s Lessons on Winning Customer Trust In A Crowded MarketWhen Niraj Singh started up Spinny, the used-car market in India was already crowded with cash-rich competitors. More and more Indian buyers were leaning towards buying pre-owned cars because of the better value they offered but the landscape was still full of potholes and barriers. There were few trusted intermediaries, and no convenient way for buyers to go through the sea of options or for sellers to find the right price. That is where Spinny came in.
Niraj Singh founded the full-stack platform for buying and selling used cars in 2015, together with friends Ramanshu Mahaur, a fellow alumnus of the...2022-11-1735 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 24, part 2: Let Randomness Inspire You with Peter ChiykowskiPart 2! Peter Chiykowski is a modern day renaissance man who graces the podcast with their presence to show us how randomness can inspire your worldbuilding and gamemastering. Peter Chiykowski is a write, editor, illustrator, and creator of the Deck of Worlds and the Story Engine. Both being cards you can shuffled and compiled randomly to create inspiring prompts and stories. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Your St...2022-05-2330 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 24, part 1: Let Randomness Inspire You with Peter ChiykowskiPeter Chiykowski is a modern day renaissance man who graces the podcast with their presence to show us how randomness can inspire your worldbuilding and gamemastering. Peter Chiykowski is a write, editor, illustrator, and creator of the Deck of Worlds and the Story Engine. Both being cards you can shuffled and compiled randomly to create inspiring prompts and stories. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Your Story2022-05-2330 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 23, part 2: Costume Makes Character with Ginny DiPart 2! Ginny Di joins the show to share some amazing insights on how to bring characters to life through clothing and costume. Ginny Di is a creator, cosplayer, singer, and the loveliest bean in the world of roleplaying games. You can find full profiles of some of her original characters on her own world on World Anvil. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Your Story Create Yo...2022-05-1637 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 23, part 1: Costume Makes Character with Ginny DiGinny Di joins the show to share some amazing insights on how to bring characters to life through clothing and costume. Ginny Di is a creator, cosplayer, singer, and the loveliest bean in the world of roleplaying games. You can find full profiles of some of her original characters on her own world on World Anvil. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Your Story Create Your Wo...2022-05-1639 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 22, part 2: Food, The Key to an Immersive World with EatMedievalPart 2! Eat Medieval! 10/10 would recommend. On this episode Professor Giles Gaspar and Andy Hook from the amazing project Eat Medieval talk about the key to creating an immersive game or story. Food. Giles Gasper is a Professor of High Medieval History at Durham University. He specializes in European history of the 11th-14th centuries, its culture, ideas (especially science and religion), and people, and, of course, its food. Andy Hook is a multitalented restaurateur who has created not one, but four restaurants in the north of England. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe...2022-05-0939 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 22, part 1: Food, The Key to an Immersive World with EatMedievalEat Medieval! 10/10 would recommend. On this episode Professor Giles Gaspar and Andy Hook from the amazing project Eat Medieval talk about the key to creating an immersive game or story. Food. Giles Gasper is a Professor of High Medieval History at Durham University. He specializes in European history of the 11th-14th centuries, its culture, ideas (especially science and religion), and people, and, of course, its food. Andy Hook is a multitalented restaurateur who has created not one, but four restaurants in the north of England. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is...2022-05-0946 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 21, part 2: What to Care about when Creating Characters with Matan GilatPart 2! Matan Gilat, Co-Founder & CEO of Eldritch Foundry and long-time player of D&D joins the podcast today to talk about what to care about when creating characters. It's more than just finding the perfect miniature. Although Matan can help you with that as well. Matan started Eldritch Foundry back in 2018 and has helped countless Tabletop RPG lovers create the perfect miniature. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Te...2022-05-0236 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 21, part 1: What to Care about when Creating Characters with Matan GilatMatan Gilat, Co-Founder & CEO of Eldritch Foundry and long-time player of D&D joins the podcast today to talk about what to care about when creating characters. It's more than just finding the perfect miniature. Although Matan can help you with that as well. Matan started Eldritch Foundry back in 2018 and has helped countless Tabletop RPG lovers create the perfect miniature. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Yo...2022-05-0236 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 20, part 2: One-eyed Characters, What Everyone Gets Wrong with Dimitris HavlidisPart 2! Dimitris Havlidis, Web Developer, Designer, CTO of World Anvil, and person with only one eye joins the podcast today to dive into what everyone gets wrong about one-eyed characters. They also discuss their own challenges around living with one eye, and their strengths! Dimitris has degrees in Computing, Social Psychology, and Graphic Design. They've helmed the technical departments at numerous companies and agencies, and now run World Anvil with Janet. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the U...2022-04-2534 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 20, part 1: One-eyed Characters, What Everyone Gets Wrong with Dimitris HavlidisDimitris Havlidis, Web Developer, Designer, CTO of World Anvil, and person with only one eye joins the podcast today to dive into what everyone gets wrong about one-eyed characters. They also discuss their own challenges around living with one eye, and their strengths! Dimitris has degrees in Computing, Social Psychology, and Graphic Design. They've helmed the technical departments at numerous companies and agencies, and now run World Anvil with Janet. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE w...2022-04-2531 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 19, part 2: Writing One-Shots Players Will Love with Amanda HamonPart 2! Amanda Hamon, Senior Designer for Dungeons & Dragons and Co-creator of Starfinder shares her secrets to creating one-shot adventures your players will love to play. Amanda Hamon has had a leading role in some of your favorite tabletop roleplaying games. From D&D to Starfinder, and more. See her full catalog of work on LinkedIn. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Your Story Create Your World2022-04-1831 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 19, part 1: Writing One-Shots Players Will Love with Amanda HamonAmanda Hamon, Senior Designer for Dungeons & Dragons and Co-creator of Starfinder shares her secrets to creating one-shot adventures your players will love to play. Amanda Hamon has had a leading role in some of your favorite tabletop roleplaying games. From D&D to Starfinder, and more. See her full catalog of work on LinkedIn. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and gamers! Tell Your Story Create Your World Ma...2022-04-1841 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 18, part 2: Outta Pocket Dimensions with Wolfgang Baur & Celeste ConowitchPart 2! Wolfgang Baur & Celeste Conowitch join the podcast to chat about all things pocket dimensions, shadow realms, and tiny planes of existence. From advice on how to use pocket dimensions as a storytelling tool, to fun expansions of the terms very definition. Step through the portal with us on this excellent episode. Wolfgang Baur is the head Kobold over at Kobold Press and the main-brain behind the Midgard Campaign setting. Wolfgang is a titan within the tabletop gaming industry. Celeste Conowitch is a game designer at 2CGaming, and producer, DM, and editor of the Venture...2022-04-1132 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 18, part 1: Outta Pocket Dimensions with Wolfgang Baur & Celeste ConowitchWolfgang Baur & Celeste Conowitch join the podcast to chat about all things pocket dimensions, shadow realms, and tiny planes of existence. From advice on how to use pocket dimensions as a storytelling tool, to fun expansions of the terms very definition. Step through the portal with us on this excellent episode. Wolfgang Baur is the head Kobold over at Kobold Press and the main-brain behind the Midgard Campaign setting. Wolfgang is a titan within the tabletop gaming industry. Celeste Conowitch is a game designer at 2CGaming, and producer, DM, and editor of the Venture Maidens...2022-04-1127 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 17, part 1: Self-Publishing, Inspiring Writing Advice with Jenna MoreciBest-selling author and self-publishing expert Jenna Moreci joins the podcast today to share some amazing writing and publishing tips with you. Jenna is the author of The Savior's Series and the young adult SciFi novel Eve: The Awakening. Want to learn more from Jenna? Visit her website or join the over 266 thousand people subscribed to her YouTube Channel. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and tabletop gamers! Follow her on Twitter to keep up w...2022-04-0431 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 17, part 2: Self-Publishing, Inspiring Writing Advice with Jenna MoreciPart 2! Best-selling author and self-publishing expert Jenna Moreci is back on the podcast today to share some more amazing writing and publishing tips with you. Jenna is the author of The Savior's Series and the young adult SciFi novel Eve: The Awakening. Want to learn more from Jenna? Visit her website or join the over 266 thousand people subscribed to her YouTube Channel. Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, and also the co-founder of World Anvil, the ULTIMATE worldbuilding platform for writers and tabletop gamers! Follow h...2022-04-0443 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 16, part 2: Making Perfect Maps with Isaac StewartToday we're talking about mapmaking - and how to make a map which fits your world perfectly! My guest today is the incredible illustrator, cartographer and author, Isaac Stewart! Isaac worked over a decade in the animation, video game, and book design industries. Then he became the art director for Dragonsteel Entertainment, the company of Worldbuilding Wizard Brandon Sanderson. He is responsible for the maps, illustrations and scripts inside The Way of Kings and the Mistborn series. In addition to his work at Dragonsteel, Isaac has created maps and symbols for some of the world’s most-renowned fa...2020-07-0338 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 16, part 1: Making Perfect Maps with Isaac Stewart2020-07-0336 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 15, part 2: Worldbuilding History with Eran AviramWhat is Cyberpunk and how do you get started worldbuilding in the genre? My guest today is the amazing Eran Aviram! As well as an RPG translater, Eran is a writer and editor whose self-declared main purpose is to turn more people into players, and give those players the tools that allow them to enjoy more things! He hosts and produces “On the Shoulders of Dwarves", the English edition of Israel's main RPG podcast (running in Hebrew since 2013), was the editor of “City of Mist” and the developer of “Venture Forth”, a storytelling card game in...2020-06-2436 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 15, part 1: Worldbuilding History with Eran AviramToday we're talking about worldbuilding history! My guest today is the amazing Eran Aviram! As well as an RPG translater, Eran is a writer and editor whose self-declared main purpose is to turn more people into players, and give those players the tools that allow them to enjoy more things! He hosts and produces “On the Shoulders of Dwarves", the English edition of Israel's main RPG podcast (running in Hebrew since 2013), was the editor of “City of Mist” and the developer of “Venture Forth”, a storytelling card game in which you play the entire campaign in a couple...2020-06-2434 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 14, part 2: Unpacking Cyberpunk with Tobias "Toblin" LinderWhat is Cyberpunk and how do you get started worldbuilding in the genre? My guest today is Tobias "Toblin" Linder, a tabletop game developer and Game master of 25 years! He’s been a sucker for the Cyberpunk genre almost his whole life, both for his own writing projects, books, movies and everything else. Check out the GOODS on World Anvil: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/CD10-CotC/ Get Toblin’s latest on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tleg_managarmr Watch him on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/cd10_toblin Support him on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Managarmr ...2020-06-1331 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 14, part 1: Unpacking Cyberpunk with Tobias "Toblin" LinderWhat is Cyberpunk and how do you get started worldbuilding in the genre? My guest today is Tobias "Toblin" Linder, a tabletop game developer and Game master of 25 years! He’s been a sucker for the Cyberpunk genre almost his whole life, both for his own writing projects, books, movies and everything else. Check out the GOODS on World Anvil: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/CD10-CotC/ Get Toblin’s latest on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tleg_managarmr Watch him on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/cd10_toblin Support him on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Managarmr ...2020-06-1325 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 13, part 2: Get Started Worldbuilding for Novels and RPGS with Dr. Trent HergenraderMy guest today is Dr Trent Hergenrader, Professor of Worldbuilding! Trent Hergenrader is a real life Professor of Worldbuilding! He holds a position as Associate Professor in the Department of English at the Rochester Institute of Technology, USA. He teaches worldbuilding modules and this semester he’s using World Anvil to teach his class! His fiction writing has appeared in such places as Fantasy & Science Fiction, The Mammoth Book of Dieselpunk, and Best Horror of the Year #1. He is co-editor of Creative Writing in the Digital Age (Bloomsbury, 2015) and Creative Writing Innovations (Bloomsbury, 2017). His book “Collaborative Worldbuilding for...2020-06-0533 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 13, part 1: Get Started Worldbuilding for Novels and RPGS with Dr. Trent HergenraderMy guest today is Dr Trent Hergenrader, Professor of Worldbuilding! Trent Hergenrader is a real life Professor of Worldbuilding! He holds a position as Associate Professor in the Department of English at the Rochester Institute of Technology, USA. He teaches worldbuilding modules and this semester he’s using World Anvil to teach his class! His fiction writing has appeared in such places as Fantasy & Science Fiction, The Mammoth Book of Dieselpunk, and Best Horror of the Year #1. He is co-editor of Creative Writing in the Digital Age (Bloomsbury, 2015) and Creative Writing Innovations (Bloomsbury, 2017). His book “Collaborative Worldbuilding for...2020-06-0535 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 12, part 2: Geography for Worldbuilding with Geologist Dr. Anne ForbesIn part two of our talk on geography, my guest Dr Anne Forbes - geologist and fantasy author - takes us through how to make our world geography feel authentic and in tune with our worlds, and introduces us to some real world wonders! Dr Anne Forbes holds a degree in Natural Sciences witha specialisation in Geology from CAm univerity, and a pHD in Volcanology formt eh Open University! She has published widely on the subject of her PhD which is the interaction of volcanoes and ice. She is originally from the UK, and now lives in A...2020-05-2434 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 12, part 1: Geography for Worldbuilding with Geologist Dr Anne ForbesToday my guest Dr Anne Forbes - geologist and fantasy author - takes us through how to make our world geography feel authentic and in tune with our worlds, and introduces us to some real world wonders! Dr Anne Forbes holds a degree in Natural Sciences witha specialisation in Geology from CAm univerity, and a pHD in Volcanology formt eh Open University! She has published widely on the subject of her PhD which is the interaction of volcanoes and ice. She is originally from the UK, and now lives in Australia with her husband and her noodle h...2020-05-1731 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 11, part 2: Self-publishing for Novels & RPGs with Chris FoxIn part two of our discussion about the Dos and Don't of Self Publishing, for both writers and authors, and for Tabletop RPGs, we delve deeper into the topic! My guest today is Chris Fox - novelist, Tabletop RPG creator and Self-Publishing guru extraordinaire Find more about him and his amazing work on his website. Check out his YouTube channel which includes help tips on writing and self-publishing, as well as inspirational videos! AND Chris has a New RPG coming, the MagiTech chronicles, a science fantasy world steeped in both magic and technology! The...2020-05-1024 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 11, part 1: Self-publishing for Novels & RPGs with Chris FoxToday we talk about the Dos and Don't of Self Publishing, for both writers and authors, and for Tabletop RPGs! My guest today is Chris Fox - novelist, Tabletop RPG creator and Self-Publishing guru extraordinaire Find more about him and his amazing work on his website. Check out his YouTube channel which includes help tips on writing and self-publishing, as well as inspirational videos! AND Chris has a New RPG coming, the MagiTech chronicles, a science fantasy world steeped in both magic and technology! The Kickstarter launched on 21st February and was a HUG...2020-05-1029 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 10, part 2: How Languages form & develop with Dr Antonia RuppelToday we talk about how to name places, how cultures affect languages and visa versa, and how written languages develop! My guest today is Dr Antonia Ruppel! She completed her PhD in Classics from the University of Cambridge (thesis: Absolute Constructions in Early Indo-European, CUP 2012). Was the Townsend Senior Lecturer in the Greek, Latin and Sanskrit Languages at Cornell University (2005-2014). And she's currently a Research Assistant at Oxford University, 'Uncovering Sanskrit Syntax', University of Oxford (2019-). Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, a...2020-05-0355 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 10, part 1: Languages and Names with Dr Antonia RuppelToday we talk about how to name places, how cultures affect languages and visa versa, and how written languages develop! My guest today is Dr Antonia Ruppel! She completed her PhD in Classics from the University of Cambridge (thesis: Absolute Constructions in Early Indo-European, CUP 2012). Was the Townsend Senior Lecturer in the Greek, Latin and Sanskrit Languages at Cornell University (2005-2014). And she's currently a Research Assistant at Oxford University, 'Uncovering Sanskrit Syntax', University of Oxford (2019-). Janet Forbes (pen-name J.D. Blythe) is a published fantasy author, professional Dungeons and Dragons Streamer, a...2020-05-0329 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 9, part 2: Wondrous Worldbuilding with CaeoraPart two of our talk about Wondrous Worldbuilding - making your worlds feel wondrous and non-earth-like - with the internationally renowned illustrator and cartographer Caeora! We discuss: What is Wondrous Worldbuilding and why should world settings feel wondrous? How do you instill wonder into worlds? And can you use wonder or Epic scale in dark worlds too? Caeora is an internationally renowned illustrator and fantasy cartographer who has worked for, among others, the Critical Role franchise! He also holds a degree in game design, is an active tabletop RPG Game Master...2020-04-2630 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 9, part 1: Wondrous Worldbuilding with CaeoraToday we talk about Wondrous Worldbuilding - making your worlds feel wondrous and non-earth-like - with the internationally renowned illustrator and cartographer Caeora! We discuss: What is Wondrous Worldbuilding and why should world settings feel wondrous? How do you instill wonder into worlds? And can you use wonder or Epic scale in dark worlds too? Caeora is an internationally renowned illustrator and fantasy cartographer who has worked for, among others, the Critical Role franchise! He also holds a degree in game design, is an active tabletop RPG Game Master, and a...2020-04-2632 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 8, part 2: Productivity & Self-Publishing tips with Jaime BuckleyHow can you be more productive? How do you get inspired and stay inspired? And what about Self-Publishing - how do you get things ready? Janet from World Anvil sits down for an in-depth interview with Amazon best-selling Writer & Illustrator Jaime Buckley, and creator of the Wanted Hero franchise! Jaime Buckley, father of 13, has been a professional illustrator for over 30 yrs, and is also a game creator, podcaster, author of 25 books, 13 comics and 2 graphic novels! His goal is to create heroes for children, and in 2005 he launched “Wanted Hero”, a fantasy world for children filled with...2019-12-0637 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 8, part 1: Productivity & Self-Publishing tips with Jaime BuckleyHow can you be more productive? How do you get inspired and stay inspired? And what about Self-Publishing - how do you get things ready? Janet from World Anvil sits down for an in-depth interview with Amazon best-selling Writer & Illustrator Jaime Buckley, and creator of the Wanted Hero franchise! Jaime Buckley, father of 13, has been a professional illustrator for over 30 yrs, and is also a game creator, podcaster, author of 25 books, 13 comics and 2 graphic novels! His goal is to create heroes for children, and in 2005 he launched “Wanted Hero”, a fantasy world for children filled with...2019-12-0627 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 7, part 2: Writer's block & burnout with Christopher DravusHow do you deal with writer’s block and creative burnout? How do you juggle projects and stay productive? Janet from World Anvil sits down for an in-depth interview with all-round creative genius Chris Dravus! Chris Dravus is a game master, writer, creator, game developer and all round creative genius! He’s the Chief Creative Director and co-owner of the boardgame company Ironrise Games. They’ve already published their first game, Ironrise, which is a steampunk action-adventure game that focuses on the story that unfolds between heroes villains. They’re now working on a second game, which is a quic...2019-11-2027 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 7, Part 1: Writer's block & burnout with Christopher DravusHow do you deal with writer’s block and creative burnout? How do you juggle projects and stay productive? Janet from World Anvil sits down for an in-depth interview with all-round creative genius Chris Dravus! Chris Dravus is a game master, writer, creator, game developer and all round creative genius! He’s the Chief Creative Director and co-owner of the boardgame company Ironrise Games. They’ve already published their first game, Ironrise, which is a steampunk action-adventure game that focuses on the story that unfolds between heroes villains. They’re now working on a second game, which is a quic...2019-11-2030 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 6, Part 2: Making the Magic with Eran AviramEran Aviram, writer behind the hit webcomic series Crystal Heart and Tabletop gaming expert, talks with Janet from World Anvil about building a consistent world and avoiding worldbuilding plotholes! We especially enjoyed his take on magic systems which make sense and his approach to villains! Check out “Venture Forth”, Eran’s storytelling card game in which you play the entire campaign in a couple of hours. https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/227988/Venture-Forth You might also enjoy his articles series “Three Suggestions” which delivers thought-provoking content and suggestions of variant rules for Fifth Edition or Dungeon Worl...2019-10-2233 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 6, Part 1: Making the Magic with Eran AviramEran Aviram, writer behind the hit webcomic series Crystal Heart and Tabletop gaming expert, talks with Janet from World Anvil about building a consistent world and avoiding worldbuilding plotholes! We especially enjoyed his take on magic systems which make sense and his approach to villains! Check out “Venture Forth”, Eran’s storytelling card game in which you play the entire campaign in a couple of hours. https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/227988/Venture-Forth You might also enjoy his articles series “Three Suggestions” which delivers thought-provoking content and suggestions of variant rules for Fifth Edition or Dungeon World. ...2019-10-2227 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 5 Part 2: Magic and Technology with Brian McClellanWorldbuilding Magic and Technology can be tough, but award-winning epic fantasy author Brian McClellan has some incredible advice! ******* Find Brian at www.BrianMcClellan.com Catch up with him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BrianTMcClellan And of course, go buy his books! You can get signed copies of the Powder Mage trilogy right here: https://www.brianmcclellan.com/bookstore/t4xrbrxs7ffw3chbge0cv40l857gct Brian is also a Dungeons and Dragons player over at TypeCastRPG! Check our their Twitch channel for live shows: https://www.twitch...2019-10-1433 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 5 Part 1: Magic and Technology with Brian McClellanWorldbuilding Magic and Technology can be tough, but award-winning epic fantasy author Brian McClellan has some incredible advice! ******* Find Brian at www.BrianMcClellan.com Catch up with him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BrianTMcClellan And of course, go buy his books! You can get signed copies of the Powder Mage trilogy right here: https://www.brianmcclellan.com/bookstore/t4xrbrxs7ffw3chbge0cv40l857gct Brian is also a Dungeons and Dragons player over at TypeCastRPG! Check our their Twitch channel for live shows: https://www.twitch...2019-10-1433 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 4 Part 2: Magic and Technology with Dr Trent HergenraderIn part two of our discussion on interactions between Magic and technology, we continue our talk with Dr Trent Hergenrader, a genuine, real-life PROFESSOR OF WORLDBUILDING! We talk about magic and technology, specifically how they might interact in a worldbuilding setting, and different ways you can do this. We examine old tropes and paradigms, and look at great examples of the two combined! We always have amazing guests, so check back for new episodes soon. You can also catch these discussions live on Twitch.tv/worldanvil, watch the videos on youtube.com/worldanvil, or head over to w...2019-10-0734 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 4 Part 1: Magic and Technology with Dr Trent HergenraderToday we have Dr Trent Hergenrader, a genuine, real-life PROFESSOR OF WORLDBUILDING! We talk about magic and technology, specifically how they might interact in a worldbuilding setting, and different ways you can do this. We examine old tropes and paradigms, and look at great examples of the two combined! We always have amazing guests, so check back for new episodes soon. You can also catch these discussions live on Twitch.tv/worldanvil, watch the videos on youtube.com/worldanvil, or head over to www.worldanvil.com to start worldbuilding right now. So grab your hammer, and go w...2019-10-0731 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastSarah R Painter Author's Interview Part oneWe chat with Amazon bestselling author Sarah R Painter about writing, life and social dynamics in her book! Get inspired for your worldbuilding and writing! Our guest today is the amazing author Sarah Painter. Before she began writing novels, Sarah Painter worked as a freelance magazine journalist, blogger and editor, and somehow managed to raise some kids on top of all that! https://www.sarah-painter.com/ Her debut novel, The Language of Spells, became a Kindle bestseller and was followed by The Secrets of Ghosts, The Garden of Magic and In The Light of Wh...2019-09-3028 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastSarah R Painter Author's Interview Part twoWe chat with Amazon bestselling author Sarah R Painter about writing, life and social dynamics in her book! Get inspired for your worldbuilding and writing! Our guest today is the amazing author Sarah Painter. Before she began writing novels, Sarah Painter worked as a freelance magazine journalist, blogger and editor, and somehow managed to raise some kids on top of all that!https://www.sarah-painter.com/ Her debut novel, The Language of Spells, became a Kindle bestseller and was followed by The Secrets of Ghosts, The Garden of Magic and In The Light of Wh...2019-09-3036 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastMORE Politics in Worldbuilding with Professor Lin FoxhallPART 2 of the inspirational conversation between Archaeologist and Ancient Historian Professor Lin Foxhall and Janet from World Anvil! We explore how geography and culture can affect politics, as well as how Empires rise and fall - and more! ***** Our guest today is the Prof Lin Foxhall, MBE (Hon.) - Rathbone Professor of Ancient History and Classical Archaeology and Dean of the School of Histories, Languages and Cultures at the University of Liverpool. Previously she was Professor of Greek Archaeology and History at the University of Leicester, and Head of the School o...2019-09-2548 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastPolitics in Worldbuilding with Professor Lin Foxhall:Get inspired by Archaeologist and Ancient Historian Professor Lin Foxhall and Janet from World Anvil! We explore how geography and culture can affect politics, as well as how Empires rise and fall - and more! Our guest today is the Prof Lin Foxhall, MBE (Hon.) - Rathbone Professor of Ancient History and Classical Archaeology and Dean of the School of Histories, Languages and Cultures at the University of Liverpool. Previously she was Professor of Greek Archaeology and History at the University of Leicester, and Head of the School of Archaeology and Ancient History, w...2019-09-2528 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastMORE Social Dynamics with GM Guy SlandersIn part 2 of the first ever episode of the podcast, Janet, Dimitris and special guest Guy Sclanders continue to unpack the problems of worldbuilding social dynamics in this round table discussion - from the smallest family unit to the wider cultures and societies of your worldbuilding project. Bringing together their research, cultural knowledge and expertise to inspire your worldbuilding. Our guest this episode is the incredible Guy Sclanders, originally from South Africa. Guy is an award winning table top RPG Game Master and, if he sounds familiar, it’s because he’s the face of the popular Youtu...2019-03-2032 minWorld Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastSocial Dynamics with GM Guy SclandersIn this first ever episode of the podcast, Janet, Dimitris and special guest Guy Sclanders unpack the problems of worldbuilding social dynamics in this round table discussion - from the smallest family unit to the wider cultures and societies of your worldbuilding project. Bringing together their research, cultural knowledge and expertise to inspire your worldbuilding. Our guest this episode is the incredible Guy Sclanders, originally from South Africa. Guy is an award winning table top RPG Game Master and, if he sounds familiar, it’s because he’s the face of the popular Youtube channel How to be a...2019-03-2031 min