Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

Bards and Barrels

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Are you new to Dungeons and Dragons and TTRPGs? Then you are in the right place!  Bards and Barrels is the perfect introduction to the world of DnD and TTRPGs. With engaging discussions, helpful tips, and plenty of laughs along the way. Join us as we explore the game and share our experiences as players and Dungeon Masters.

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Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Leisure

Latest episode

Jun 12, 2026

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Episodes

S3 Ep 14: Class Review - Artificer 06.03.2025

The last and possibly one of the more complex classes coming at you. This is the last in our original series reviewing the classes available in 2014 DnD 5e.  Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Youtube -- @BardsandBarrels.  Enjoy!

S3 Ep 13: The Opening Crack: Black Walnut Wheat Ale 20.02.2025

A unique beer from makes it's way to the table from Piney River Brewing Company, Black Walnut Wheat Ale. This was a fun episode, we hope you enjoy!

S3 Ep 12: Species Review - Elf 06.02.2025

They guys debut of our first species review! Enter the classic elf. Come see why this should be the next species of your character!

S3 Ep 11: The Opening Crack - Pickle Sour 23.01.2025

Here we go again. The guys take a sip of a pickle sour....find out how this beer, coming from Loveland Aleworks in Loveland, Colorado, tickled the tastebuds.

S3 Ep 10: New Year, New Mailbag! 09.01.2025

We hit the ol' DnD mailbag once again! Come see what is on the docket today.

BONUS: A Very Merry Bards and Barrels Christmas 24.12.2024

Merry Christmas to you and yours from the Bards and Barrels crew! This one has a bit everything in it....but that generally means that hilarity will ensue. Enjoy!

S3 Ep 9: The Opening Crack: Lightshine Helles Lager 05.12.2024

Wibby Brewing in Longmont, Colorado provides an award winning Helles Lager this week. This crips, refreshing lager known as the Lightshine Helles is truly something to behold! Check it out. 

S3 Ep 8: The Opening Crack: Sea Salt and Lime - Supra Deluxe Premium Lager 14.11.2024

A Japanese style lager the Sea Salt and Lime Supra Deluxe makes its way to the table for the guys to taste. Surprisingly this comes from Modist Brewing in Minneapolis, Minnesota...who'd have thought you'd need to go to Minnesota to find Japanese beer! 

S3 Ep 7: Food, Water and Encumbrance...oh my. 31.10.2024

Ok, does anyone follow the encumbrance rules? Not sure we have paid too much attention to it but we may have some cool ideas on how to incorporate them situationally. 

S3 Ep 6: The Opening Crack: Carpe Brewem Old Fashioned Imperial Stout 17.10.2024

We head into high ABV territory this week the hefty Carpe Brewem Old Fashioned Imperial Stout from Empyrean Brewing in Lincoln, Nebraska.

S3 Ep 5 - Alignment 03.10.2024

Lawful Good, Chaotic Neutral, Neutral Neutral and everything in between. Today we talk alignments and why you should care about them.

S3 Ep 4: The Opening Crack - The Griffin 26.09.2024

This week the team cracks open a cold can of The Griffin a Blood Orange Hefeweizen from Grim Brothers Brewing in Loveland, Colorado!

S3 Ep 3 - Class Review: Wizard 19.09.2024

Spells spells spells and more spells. If that is something that piques your interest then you need to tune into this episode of Bards and Barrels to learn more about the wizard!

S3 Ep 2: The Opening Crack: Chonk Sundae Sour - Pineapple Whip 12.09.2024

We head back to Drekker Brewing in Fargo, North Dakota for another Sundae Sour. This time Pineapple whip makes it's way to the table and boy is it good. 

S3 Ep. 1 - DnD and AI 05.09.2024

Season 3 kicks off with they guys discussing of AI has both created opportunity and controversy within the world of Dungeons and Dragons,

BONUS: The Opening Crack - Dungeon at First Street Brewing 17.08.2024

Our friends at First Street Brewing are doing something really cool in the world of D&D. Five tables, thirty players and everyone playing different pieces of a story that culminates by coming together at the end. This is going to be epic! We also sample the Assumption Saison, a beautiful beer, and talk about the mission of First Street Brewing. Nathan and Tony were wonderful hosts and we are e...

S2 Ep.18 - The End...of Season 2 30.05.2024

We have arrived at the finish line! Thank you so much for every one that helped contribute to and excellent second season of Bards and Barrels. Take a listen to hear us reflect a bit on this season and give a sneak preview of whats going to happen of the summer and into the fall.  Most importantly a big thank you to YOU, our listeners, we couldn't do this without. Thanks for cracking a cold o...

S2 Ep. 17 - Mailbag 23.05.2024

The mailbag is full this week! As we get set to wrap up season two let's dive into some of YOUR questions!

S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Nordic Jam 16.05.2024

Skol! There is a viking invasion this week as Nordic Jam hits our tastebuds. This fruity beer from Two Pitchers Brewing is very interesting. Take a listen to see what the guys think about about this one. 

S2 Ep.16 - Reviewing Nations and Cannons 09.05.2024

Up the rebels, down the British! -- This week we go back in time for a interesting and historical 5e setting for you to use! Nations and Cannons in a Revolutionary War campaign setting that not only provides the historical context to throw at your party but also get some solid mechanics on how to use things like muskets and cannons.

S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack: Bligh's Barleywine Ale 02.05.2024

Possibly the strongest beer we have had on the show so far, Bligh's Barleywine Ale from Dry Dock Brewing clocked in at a 13% on it's ABV -- was this a direct hit or did this nautical themed beer have to walk the plank? Listen and find out!

S2 Ep. 15 - Light of Xaryxis Campaign Review 25.04.2024

The party is back together! Matt and Isaac rejoin the crew to review, Light of Xaryxis, a fun space based DnD module. Check it out! SPOILER ALERT : If you plan to play this at some point there are some major plot points discussed. Content Warning : While light, there is some adult language and adult humor throughout this episode.

S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack: Lemon-Lime Pop Cultured 18.04.2024

This golden ale from Obscurity Brewing in Elburn, Illinois absolutely fits the bill as pop. The guys discuss the grayed lines between beer and soda with this one. It's fun and worth a listen!

S2 Ep. 14 - System Check: Mörk Borg 11.04.2024

This is a unique episode of Bards and Barrels as we stray away from D&D a bit. Phil and Ross review Mörk Borg, a dark, apocalyptic role playing game. Phil probably puts it best...this role playing game is easy to learn, easy to play and easy to DIE. Check it out!

S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Chonk: Sundae Sour 04.04.2024

Wowzers! Do we have an interesting brew this week from Drekker Brewing Company in Fargo, North Dakota. Chonk Sundae Sour has mango, apricot, orange push pop and whole lot of smoothie vibes going on. The guys were pretty enamored by this one. Take a listen!

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