Dark Alchemy: Tales & Tactics from the Dungeon

Ep 14, The Ecology of the Owlbear. How this monster hunts, kills and survives.

A hunter. An apprentice. One owlbear… and a mistake they didn’t see coming. This episode explores the ecology, behavior, and deadly reality of owlbears in Dungeons & Dragons, blending cinematic storytelling with practical lore for your table.

Ep. 13 Is being a paid Dungeon Master worth it? DM Jay spills the secrets.

We interview our long-time friend Professor Jay, who is a paid Dungeon Master on StartPlaying. Is it worth the money and the effort? Is it fun? In the end we will let you decide...

Ep. 12 D&D at PAGE 3 Philadelphia Area Gaming Expo with Ron Meischker

https://www.facebook.com/groups/phillygamingexpo 🎲 Join us for an exclusive interview with Ron Meischker, the driving force behind PAGE (Philadelphia Area Gaming Expo)! Ron shares the story of how PAGE grew into one of the East Coast’s most exciting tabletop conventions, where gamers from all walks of life gather to roll dice, play epic campaigns, and celebrate their love of RPGs, board games, and miniatures. In this conversation, we dive into: The history and vision behind PAGE What makes the Philadelphia gaming community unique Upcoming events, panels, and tournaments How conventions like PAGE build lasting friendships and creative energy Whether you’re a veteran gamer, a convention regular, or just discovering the world of tabletop gaming, this interview gives you an inside look at one of the hobby’s most passionate communities. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss more interviews, live plays, and gaming insights! #TabletopRPG #DnD #BoardGames #PAGEexpo #PhiladelphiaGaming #PAGEexpo #PhiladelphiaGaming #TabletopConvention #BoardGameCommunity #DnDCommunity #TabletopRPG #BoardGamesOfInstagram #RPGCommunity #TabletopGaming #IndieTTRPG #GamingConvention #PhillyEvents #DiceLife #RPGLife #TabletopGames

Ep. 11 Untold Fate – Behind the Kickstarter with Enchanted Lore | D&D Storytelling & RPG Design

Step into the world of Untold Fate, the new storytelling RPG from Enchanted Lore! 🎲✨ In this exclusive interview, we sit down with the creators to talk about their best D&D stories, how long they’ve been playing RPGs, the inspiration behind Untold Fate, and what makes this project stand out in the world of tabletop roleplaying games. We’ll also cover: ✔️ The Kickstarter campaign and what backers can expect ✔️ Worldbuilding, adventures, and community-building in RPGs ✔️ Storytelling as the heart of roleplaying games ✔️ Upcoming projects, conventions, and what’s next for Enchanted Lore Whether you’re a longtime Dungeon Master, a new player, or a tabletop enthusiast looking for the next great indie RPG, this conversation is packed with inspiration, laughs, and insights into the magic of collaborative storytelling. 👉 https://www.instagram.com/enchanted_lore_/ 👉 Support Untold Fate on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/enchantedlore/untold-fate 👉 Subscribe for more RPG interviews, reviews, and live plays! #dnd #tabletoprpg #kickstarter #untoldfate #rpginterview

Ep. 10 ENnie Award Winner Alphinius Goo Talks D&D Gooey Cube & Building a Creative Community

We sit down with Alphinius Goo, creator of Gooey Cube and winner of the 2025 ENnie Award (Judge’s Spotlight) for Darkenhaven, to talk all things Dungeons & Dragons, storytelling, and world-building. In this interview we cover: How Alphinius started his journey in Dungeons & Dragons What makes storytelling essential for tabletop RPGs The inspiration behind Darkenhaven and winning an ENnie Award at Gen Con 2025 Running a game with Luke Gygax His take on terrain and miniatures vs. pure theater of the mind The role of the Writers’ Guild and Contributor’s Guild on Discord in shaping Gooey Cube The growth of the Gooey community and what’s next for Zyathé If you love immersive campaigns, RPG design, and D&D creator insights, this is a must-watch. 🔔 Subscribe for more Dungeons & Dragons interviews, DM tips, and live play discussions!