Arguing with Dragons

In the wake of some great legends we recently lost, Mike and Tyson discuss death and our personal thoughts on what happens when we reach the end of the veil...  Don't forget listeners, to love each other like it is your last day.  If you have lost anyone recently or want to share your thoughts on death, reach out to us -> Message us here.

Tyson and Mike are back to discuss survival games!  We discuss the problems with the genre, how it relates to role playing and rate our favorites!  Come join us for some quality nerd time folks!  Lets get social! ---> The Arguing with Dragons Hub

Arguing with Dragon's is BACK with something a little different tonight.  Mike and Tyson discuss everything and nothing.  We take a break from the RPG drum beat and talk a bit about life, politics, our current passion projects and give you listeners a view behind the curtains to our lives!  Join us for a laid back episode full of opinions, bad jokes and even worse movie script reading.  Lets get S...

Tyson and Mike take a dive into some RPG Video games that were wildly popular despite the fact that on paper, they probably should have flopped.  Titles like Mario RPG, Gauntlet Legends, Kingdom Hearts... We hit them all!  We talk about our current table top games and how they are going and give you some peaks into our future plans as a podcast!  Kick back and spend some time with your two favorit...

Mike and Tyson are back discussing battle maps in table top games!  We cover an encounter checklist that Tyson has used for years that can help you as a dungeon master craft better encounters and maps!  We also discuss were to find premade maps and even talk a bit about building your own!  Let's get Social --> Follow us on Social Media!

Mike and Tyson discuss numerous home brew rules and creations for Dungeons and Dragons, both from Reddit and from our own home game!  One of our greatest joys in gaming is being able to create interesting content for our players and the feeling of someone enjoying something you brewed up in your mind is just the greatest!  Sit back and enjoy some good old fashion rated N for Nerdity...  Lets Get S...

Tyson and Mike are BACK with a new Season of Arguing with Dragons!  We kick off season two discussing several of the most influential role playing video games and take a trip back in time to discuss the original OG's of tabletop gaming!  Sit back, relax and take in some good old fashion nerd talk.  Lets get social! --> Check out our socials!   

In this lightning round, Mike trying so convince Tyson that his favorite fantasy villain (Dagoth Ur) is the best in fantasy.  Strap in folks as Mike dives deep into what makes this villain so amazing compared to others in the genre!

Tyson and Mike roll initiative against their own podcast in the thrilling conclusion to Season 1 of Arguing with Dragons!  We take a trip down memory lane and review each of our topics over the last season and see if our opinions on anything have changed.  Sit back and enjoy some time with your favorite nerds!  Visit our site here ---> The Arguing With Dragon's Homepage And get Social!  Pick up...

Mike spearheads another elder scrolls inspired episode and teaches Tyson the ways of Oblivion!  This ultra immersive, shit show of a role playing game has won over the hearts of millions, but can it win over one of the most cynical middle aged podcasts hosts?  Tune in and find out as we talk about The Elder-scrolls 4, Oblivion.   Check out our Merch store, now live on our site!  Click here -->...

We are on the road once again, this time taking the podcast to our own backyard for the Quad-Con Burlington Iowa Convention!  The great folks over at quadcitycon.com Were awesome enough to give us some space to talk to locals about their nerdy passions, conspiracy theories and life in general!  A big thank you to all of those who sat down with us and for your support.  Follow us on our social medi...

Tyson and Mike are back covering the controversial topic of generative A.I. and its place in the hobbies we love.  Love it or hate it, A.I. is here folks and we are breaking it down for you.  Is the rage-bait real?  Are we overreacting as nerds to this new tech?  When did the generation that pirated every movie and song suddenly care about supporting the artists?  These are the questions folks!  L...

Tyson and Mike welcome back author, game creator and overall great guy Matt Carson to the show!  Matt comes on to catch up with us on his about his new book, Axis Point (Knight Wolf Book 1)!  We also discuss his experiences with writing the book and the trials of self publishing!  Check out Matt's book here Axis Point - Available on Amazon

Tyson and Mike celebrate their 15th episode by discussing the common misconceptions about running a table top roll playing game.  New game masters, this ones for you...  We break through the noise and share what a combined 25 years of game master experience has taught us about running games and story telling.  Follow The Arguing with Dragon's Podcast on Facebook!

Mike and Tyson are back this week with a in depth discuss of DRAGONS!  Tyson breaks down some classical dragon lore and we confront modern pop cultures spin on the great winged beasts.  Has Hollywood neutered the Dragon?  Did George RR Martin design a fearsome dragon or a fire-breathing horse with wings?  Did Toothless actually have dentures?  Find out these answer and more as we tackle DRAGONS! ...

Tyson and Mike return for a lightning round, discussing the potential of Alien disclosure and share their thoughts on how society might handle finding out that they are real.  Get your tin foil hats and buckle up for a ride down the rabbit hole!  #Aliens #Disclosure

Tyson and Mike take a trip down memory lane and discuss their favorite 90's Kid's TV shows!  Covering the rating wars that pitted Nickelodeon, Fox, Disney, PBS and MTV against each other, we recall our fondest memories of these shows that really shaped our childhoods!  What was your favorite 90's kids show?  Jump into the conversation! https://linktr.ee/arguingwithdragons 

Tyson and Mike say farewell to Midwest Gamefest, but not before snagging a few more last minute interviews!  We interview three of the founders of Forever Marsh Tabletop, Jan S. Gephardt, Artist and Author of What's Bred in the Bone, as well as two Patrons of the event, Cj and Jesse!  We had such an amazing time at Midwest Gamefest and we hope the new listeners and friends we made will enjoy these...

Another day of passion, joy and gaming at Midwest Gamefest!  Tyson and Mike interview author Matt Carson of Sector M, Colin from the Extra Life, a Children's Miracle Network program, Drew from Aperture Narrator, Beth from the role-players guild of KC, Will of Steve Jackson Games, Karl, a attendee and fellow Iowan and Snarglefart, a real live goblin!  Join in the fun with us as we wrap our second d...

MIDWEST GAMEFEST DAY 1 - Tyson and Mike spend the day chatting with some of the folks in Kansas City at the convention.  Interviews with Mike Howard with AdventureU, A non tradition game master named Aaron with some info on an indie horror RPG called Dread, Mike with "This Podcast is uncalled for", Anthony with Tabletop Tunes, Trinity with the Convention Cosplay's group and Dave Hickman of the Mee...

Tyson and Mike gear up to head to the Midwest Gamefest in Kansas City this weekend!  We dive into what the festival is all about and what our listeners can expect from us while we are there.  Check our Facebook and Tiktok for LIVE video from the festival!

Tyson and Mike share some nerd news before taking on part 2 of our world building series!  We cover the tools of the world building trade and interview Cameron, an up and coming builder of worlds, as he unveils his new wild west themed game, Strange Trails, a Story of Whiskey and Witchcraft!         

Welcome back to the AWD Pod!  Mike and Tyson crack open a Blue Bomber G fuel and talk a bit about AI before diving off a cliff into the topic of world building in fantasy games, movies and books.  We touch on some of the best examples of what to do and what not to do and Tyson goes on a deep dive of things every good world builder should know.  Kick back and enjoy Pt. 1 of "A Whole World in Your H...

After ignoring Mike's ramblings about Runescape for nearly 15 years, Tyson finally gives Mike just 15 minutes to convince him to play this game!  Join the discussion on Facebook and Vote on whether Mike was convincing enough! -  The Arguing With Dragon's Facebook Group!