Studio Tembo

Continuing Conversations: Sci-Fi Storytelling & Star Trek Adventures

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Where does the game end and the story begin? Continuing Conversations is your weekly deep dive into the art of Science Fiction storytelling, narrative design, and the creative process—hosted by Michael Dismuke and Jim Johnson. While our roots are firmly planted in the Star Trek Adventures RPG, our mission has expanded. We are exploring how Sci-Fi worlds are built, how characters are forged, and how stories are told across every medium. Whether you are a Gamemaster crafting a campaign, an aspiring novelist, or a fan of deep lore, we bring you the insights you need to fuel your imagination. Prod...

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Maurice Broaddu, and Derek Tyler Attico 01.12.2023

Maurice Broaddus, Afrofuturist author and editor at Apex Magazine, and Derek Tyler Attico, author of The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko, grace Continuing Conversations with their presence as we talk about Afrofuturism in literature, expanding the inclusivity in gaming, and showcase their latest projects! A deep conversation of get our synapses a-churning!   https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Captain’s Log: Lessons learned 24.11.2023

Lessons learned while playing Captain's Log and trying to write a narrative. The book was released in July, and Michael and Jim have great advice on how to keep games going! Watch us reboot our collaborative Captain's Log game and polish our gaming skills. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Enrich Your Gaming Experience 18.11.2023

Gamemaster Meric Moir of SkyHammerPress joins Jim and Michael as we take characters beyond the bridge and show gamemasters and players alike how to enrich their gaming experience. Tune in for great tips. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Dice in Mind 10.11.2023

On this special DOUBLE EDITION of Continuing Conversations, The Dice in Mind crew joins Jim and Michael to talk about their experiences with Star Trek Adventures, Captain's Log, and some of their most memorable podcasting moments! Also, what is RPG as literature? We dive deep on RPG as a development tool, encouraging youth to play, and the positive aspects of the Trek universe.   https://linktr.ee...

Celebrate 100 Episodes 03.11.2023

Join Jim, Micheal, and Jeff for a star-studded milestone of Continuing Conversations as we celebrate 100 amazing episodes! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Trevor Devall 27.10.2023

Curious about the allure of Solo RPGs? Are you eager to elevate your solitary gaming adventures? Don't miss our captivating interview with Trevor DeVall, the multi-talented voice actor and podcaster known for iconic roles such as Rocket Raccoon in the "Guardians of the Galaxy" animated series and Emperor Palpatine in "Star Wars Lego." Join us on Continuing Conversations as Trever shares invaluable...

Star Trek: The Animated Series Supplemental Guide 20.10.2023

Aaron Harvey, Aaron Pollyea, Fred Love, and Christoph Lagnum join Jim and Michael as they dive into the Star Trek: The Animated Series Supplemental Guide! Watch out for pink tribbles!   https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Michael Duxbury 13.10.2023

Jim and Michael have the distinct pleasure of bringing freelancer Michael Duxbury, writer of "Ghost Writer" and "Starfleet Academy" mission briefs, on the show! Learn about his creative process and his amazing background in the RPG industry. https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo

More USS Saratoga Play 06.10.2023

More USS Saratoga Play! Jim and Michael play and record their collaborative Captain's Log game and make it an episode of Continuing Conversations. After the recording, we will write up a post-play report for the scene(s). https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo

Full Transparency 29.09.2023

Full Transparency—Jim and Michael talk about the motivation behind Continuing Missions and Continuing Conversations, fan love, and upcoming exciting episodes. Get ready to see some real feelings here. https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo

TableTop Journeys 22.09.2023

We invite the cast and crew of Star Trek: Preservation to join our Continuing Conversation as we talk about their own TableTop Journeys into Star Trek Adventures and Captain's Log RPG. A wealth of info is packed into this podcast! Come join the fun and laughs. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Star Trek: Tempest Returns 15.09.2023

The cast of Star Trek: Tempest returns to chat about the differences between D&D and Star Trek Adventures. How do you entice long-time dungeon crawlers to come to check our STA? How can you port (yes, port) your characters and D&D tales into STA? A lot of great ideas!   https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo

U.S.S. Pioneer 08.09.2023

It's been a loooong time coming, but we bring on the all-star cast of U.S.S. Pioneer, Michael's long-running Star Trek Adventures game. Great advice for gamemasters and players on integrating into an existing crew, playing on Discord (or a similar app), and putting character growth first. Welcome to the show, Troy Mepyans, Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, Josh Allen, Lauren, Roger McCoy, and Michael Free...

BC Holmes is Back to Talk about Updates to the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator 01.09.2023

BC Holmes is Back to Talk about Updates to the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator. BC Holmes is Back! Come check out the latest updates to the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator. Prepare to take your game to the next level and hear about what's to come in the way of future updates. (Hint hint, Captain's Log) https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Adventures of the USS Saratoga 25.08.2023

NOTE: This episode is best on YouTube Jim and Michael Launch the Adventures of the USS Saratoga. Watch as Jim and Michael continue developing their collaborative Captain's Log epic tale! The birth of our Captain and Commander and the rebirth of the U.S.S. Saratoga!  https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

The Probability Matrixes! 18.08.2023

The Probability Matrixes! Get ready to get wowed as Jim and Michael demonstrate how to use the random tables (called Probability Matrixes) in Captain's Log, the ultimate Trek solo RPG experience. You will see us put the matrixes to work launching our collaborative campaign. Some of us love video examples. This is it! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Captain’s Log: Chapter Six 11.08.2023

Join this whopper of an episode as Jim Johnson, Project Manager for Modiphius' Star Trek line, interviews Michael Dismuke, Chris McCarver, and Jacob Ross about their involvement in Chapter 6 of Captain's Log. This chapter highlights amazing writing tips to help spark your imagination and help you get the most out of this new solo RPG! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo  

Michael’s First GenCon Bonus Episode 09.08.2023

Bonus Episode--GenCon 2023 Special!!! With Michael back from GenCon, Jim asks Michael about the highlights. Great takeaways and a lot to look forward to next year!

Captains Log Chapter 5 04.08.2023

Jim and Michael delve into Chapter 5 of Captain's Log. Also, we score an interview with Alison Cybe, the main force behind the new rule set. Get ready for a breakdown of the chapter, the reasoning behind the rules, and the possibilities for solo RPGists. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Captain’s Log: Ships of the Game 28.07.2023

We wholeheartedly dive into Chapter 4 of Captain's Log, as guest Aaron Pollyea talks about the ships of the game, how to employ them, and what makes ships vital characters in Star Trek stories. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo  

Character creation in Captain’s Log! 21.07.2023

Character creation in Captain's Log! Jim and Michael bring writer Josh Allen on to discuss Chapter 3 of the newest Solo RPG on the market. What makes this character creation flow different than others? What do you have to look forward to with Captain's Log? How does CL mesh with Star Trek Adventures RPG? Can it? All the answers are here! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

STA in Solo Play 14.07.2023

Huge announcement!!! Introducing Captain's Log—the solo RPG for Star Trek Adventures. Michael and Jim break down what the book is about as STA RPG boldly goes into the realm of solo RPG. Listen in and prepare to get excited! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Interview: Dr. Erin McDonald 07.07.2023

Continuing Conversations invites the illustrious Dr. Erin McDonald to the show. Erin Macdonald (PhD, Astrophysics) is a tattooed one-woman STEM career panel with recognition as a researcher, speaker, engineer, and consultant before her current career. She lives in Los Angeles, working as a writer and producer, and is currently the science consultant for the entire Star Trek franchise.   https://li...

Lower Decks: Chapters 8 & 9 30.06.2023

More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into chapters 8 & 9 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release! https:/.linktr.ee/StudioTembo

Lower Decks: Chapter 7 23.06.2023

More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into Chapter 7 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release!   https://linktr.ee/StudioTemo

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