Episodes

I interview authors Marie Brennan and Alyc Helms on how tabletop roleplaying games  have impacted their life as well as influenced and inspired their writing.  It's a good dive into the difficulties and joys involved with taking a game and turning it into a novel.

You can find more of Zelda by checking out her main webpage https://www.voxinfinity.org/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/voxinfinity/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@voxinfinity ---------------------------- Our Natural Geekery / Wild is Plus! Discord Link (Come join the community!) discord.gg/2gESRXC7b8 We now have a Twitch game based on the story from Season 2 Wild is Plus! Come check out the game stream, Episode 4 is June 7 from 8 - 11pm on Twitch! We run every other week! https://ww...

This is part 4 of a 4 part series where I interview the cast of Darkness over New Orleans on Twitch.tv. This episode I interview Robin on her passion for creativity, storytelling and tabletop roleplaying games. You can find more of Robin by checking out her Beacons page below! https://beacons.ai/robinthegod Check out Darkness over New Orleans on twitch.tv/roll4dylan on Thursday nights at 8PM. ---------------------------- Our Natural Geekery / Wild is Plus! Discord Link (Come join the communit...

This is part 3 of a 4 part series where I interview the cast of Darkness over New Orleans on Twitch.tv. This episode I interview Thaddeus! You can find more links and info on Thaddeus via his Linktree link below: https://linktr.ee/thaddeus.atlas Check out Darkness over New Orleans on twitch.tv/roll4dylan on Thursday nights at 8PM. -------------------- Speaking of Twitch, come check out our Natural Geekery Wild is Plus game stream, Episode 2 is on May 10th from 8 - 11pm on Twitch! We run every...

This is part 2 of a 4 part series where I interview the cast of Darkness over New Orleans on Twitch.tv. This episode I interview Alec! You can find more links and info on Alec at the links below: Twitch - CommuneDm Twitter @CommuneDM Instagram Check out Darkness over New Orleans on twitch.tv/roll4dylan on Thursday nights! -------------------- Speaking of Twitch, come check out our Natural Geekery Wild is Plus game stream, Episode 1 on April 26 and running every other week from 8 - 11pm on Twi...

We are back after an extended break! This is part 1 of a 4 part series where I interview the cast of Darkness over New Orleans on Twitch.tv. First up on the series is Christian! You can find more links and info on Christian at his linktree below: https://linktr.ee/afluffygoomba Check out Darkness over New Orleans on twitch.tv/roll4dylan on Thursday nights! -------------------- Speaking of Twitch, come check out our Natural Geekery Wild is Plus game stream starting April 12th with Session Zer...

Join me as I have a lively discussion with Katie Zutter, an actress who recently discovered tabletop roleplaying games. We discuss how they join with herexperience of acting as well as how they can get the creative fire going. We also talk about organizing your character notes and the joys of being a dice goblin. In the interview, Katie mentions her box of character journals and how she organizes them. Here is a link to the picture she mentioned. Katie's Socials Instagram Twitter TikTok ------...

In this Episode I interview one of our new cast members, Kirsten, and have a wonderful discussion about forum board roleplaying and how that experience intersects and can compliment a typical roleplaying session. Kirsten's Socials Portfolio for Kirsten Simkiss Instagram Twitter TikTok --------------------------- Natural Geekery / Wild is Plus! Discord Link (Come join the community!) discord.gg/2gESRXC7b8 Check out the show's Patreon. If you would like to learn more about the different suppo...

Welcome to Season 3! It's been nearly a year! In this episode I do a little overview of what has been happening with the show during that time and then I interview Dylan from Roll4Dylan. We get into a wonderful discussion on roleplaying, gamemastering Twitch streams, improvisation, and nachos. Roll4Dylan's Socials Roll4Dylan on Twitch Instagram Twitter TikTok RPG Consent Checklist (This is the amazing resource Dylan mentions in the show.) --------------------------- Natural Geekery / Wild is...

Finally! After a break that ended up being much longer than anticipated, the show is back. I talk briefly about what's been happening and then we dive into the finale of our experiment of playing a tabletop RPG with no gamemaster, Wild is Plus! Ludyn and Hazzo have explored the dragon temple ruins and realize that with the books they now carry, they have more than enough information to head back to Drachen Falls. Now, they must begin the journey back home. What awaits them along the way? Link ...

Ludyn and Hazzo have a spectral encounter in the ruins of the old Dragon Order. This episodes features a bold new format that allows us to get more of the game into an hour's time. Let us know what you think and enjoy! Join us for another episode of Wild is Plus where we have an actual play of a Fate Accelerated RPG with no Gamemaster at the wheel! We use modified Mythic GM Emulator and Fate Accelerated rules to tell a story and build a world. Musical excerpt from - Kevin McCleod's Willow...

Ludyn and Hazzo uncover an ancient hidden chamber deep within the Dragon Temple. What secrets and dangers await? This episodes features the first of some new format changes for our storytelling. Enjoy! Join us for another episode of Wild is Plus where we have an actual play of a Fate Accelerated RPG with no Gamemaster at the wheel! We use modified Mythic GM Emulator and Fate Accelerated rules to tell a story and build a world. Random Chart mentioned in the show can be found for free on our Pat...

A smaller show this week but it comes with big news. Dr. Hipp and I sit down and discuss coming show changes and I ramble on with some Gamemaster stories in a section we may start calling "Tales from Uncle NatGeek!" Link to our page on Podpages https://www.podpage.com/natural-geekery-podcast/ Check out the show's Patreon. If you would like to learn more about the different support tiers and would like to support the show please visit - https://www.patreon.com/naturalgeekery If you would prefe...

Our heroes continue their exploration of the ancient temple. Secret corridors long hidden are found. What will they reveal as they go deaper into the past? Join us for another episode of Wild is Plus where we have an actual play of a Fate Accelerated RPG with no Gamemaster at the wheel! We use modified Mythic GM Emulator and Fate Accelerated rules to tell a story and build a world. Random Chart mentioned in the show can be found for free on our Patreon! Click Here to see the chart! Link to ou...

This week I welcome Erin to the show. We talk about her work in a Viking village as part of the New York Renaissance Faire, roleplaying games, LARPs, TikTok, and the fun of improvisation techniques. It's a fun, informative conversation and I hope you enjoy it. Erin on Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@malakandcheese Skaldvik Viking Village - https://skaldvik.com/skaldvik/ Dice Sorceror - https://www.etsy.com/shop/dicesorcerer The blog post mentioned in the show - "The Dangers of Chasing Cathar...

Our heroes enter into the ancient temple to explore hallways unseen for hundreds of years! What will they find? Join us for another episode of Wild is Plus where we have an actual play of a Fate Accelerated RPG with no Gamemaster at the wheel! We use modified Mythic GM Emulator and Fate Accelerated rules to tell a story and build a world. Random Encounter Chart mentioned in the show can be found for free on our Patreon! Click Here to see the chart! Link to our page on Podpages https://www.p...

Our heroes return after break and have their first encounter with the Shadow Fey. Will it be a diplomatic discussion or will blades be crossed? Join us for another episode of Wild is Plus where we have an actual play of a Fate Accelerated RPG with no Gamemaster at the wheel! We use modified Mythic GM Emulator and Fate Accelerated rules to tell a story and build a world. The Shadow Fey leader's name - Eldaerenth or.. ahem... El' D Link to our page on Podpages https://www.podpage.com/natural-...

Join me for an end of the year discussion with the creator of Mythic and the Mythic GM Emulator, Tana Pigeon. We talk solo roleplaying, passion projects, and not holding too much control of the rpg story. You can find all of Tana's publications here at Wordmill Games! I also recommend any and all of the Crafter products for either GM's or solo roleplayers looking for inspiration. Tana's Twitter link for WordMill Games. Wordmill Games on Facebook. Here is the DrivethruRPG site for all of the pu...

In our extended holiday episode - the two heroes finally enter the ancient ruins and begin exploring. They wander into a surprise attack and an unexpected discovery. What they find could change everything! Then, as part of our holiday special, Dr. Hipp and I sit down to talk a bit about the last 20 episodes and what we have learned so far. Link to our page on Podpages https://www.podpage.com/natural-geekery-podcast/ Check out the show's Patreon. If you would like to learn more about the differ...

Join me as I talk with Alicia Marie about getting into roleplaying with a game that is NOT D&D, narrative style games, world travelling, world building and how this hobby is one of the best group projects of all time. Where to find and follow Alicia Marie: Instagram Twitter Link to our page on Podpages https://www.podpage.com/natural-geekery-podcast/ Check out the show's Patreon. If you would like to learn more about the different support tiers and would like to support the show please visit ...

Our heroes have an enemy Twisted Fey pinned and in their sights! Do they get a chance to question it? Let's say things don't go so well... Link to our page on Podpages https://www.podpage.com/natural-geekery-podcast/ Check out the show's Patreon. If you would like to learn more about the different support tiers and would like to support the show please visit - https://www.patreon.com/naturalgeekery If you would prefer to not do a monthly payment like Patreon and just want to help with a one-t...

Our heroes take a day to recover and then go to see Gratha in the evening before departing for the ruins. While speaking with her there are unexpected visitors! Check out the show's Patreon. If you would like to learn more about the different support tiers and would like to support the show please visit - https://www.patreon.com/naturalgeekery If you would prefer to not do a monthly payment like Patreon and just want to help with a one-time payment, here is a PayPal.me link for the show: https...

Our heroes recover from the Rite of the Cave and Hazzo processes the events of his past. Can he come to grips with the dark events of ten years ago? If you would like to support us we have a Patreon! If you would like to learn more about the different support tiers and hopefully support the show please visit - https://www.patreon.com/naturalgeekery If you would prefer to not do a monthly payment like Patreon and just want to help with a one-time payment, here is a PayPal.me link for the show: ...

Join me as I talk with martial artist Patrick Kelly about his love of roleplaying games, combat resolution in them and a deeper dive into narrative. There are also just some fun stories along the way. As he says, "Movement forward is narrative." Patrick Kelly's Bio at Indiana University ------- If you have any comments, questions or would like to be interviewed on the show, please email me at naturalgeekery@gmail.com Natural Geekery on Patreon Join the Patreon for bonus episodes and more on th...