Studio Tembo
Continuing Conversations: Sci-Fi Storytelling & Star Trek Adventures
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
More Fan Questions Answered 23.12.2022 49:14
More Fan Questions Answered! Jim and Michael return to answer more of your questions about Star Trek Adventures. Fun stuff!!
Fan Questions Answered!! 16.12.2022 1:06:41
Star Trek Adventures Fan Questions Answered!!! They have been piling up. Jim and Michael come together to continue the conversation and answer your questions. Fun stuff!! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Star Trek Adventures Graphic Designer Leigh Woosey 09.12.2022 51:31
Star Trek Adventures Graphic Designer Leigh Woosey returns to the show to break down the design of Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook. Dive into the aesthetics of this amazing release, explore the in-and-out of the design plan, and enjoy some insightful Easter Eggs. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
One Year of Continuing the Conversation 02.12.2022 1:25:26
Continuing Conversations is one year old! Celebrate our anniversary with us! CC Producer/editor Jeff Harvey (Studio Tembo) takes the hosting reins as Michael Dismuke, Jim Johnson, NYT Bestselling Trek author Dayton Ward, and the mighty Scott Pearson join in the celebration! Thank all of you fans for your support! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Super Fan Michael Freeman 25.11.2022 43:36
Star Trek Adventures Super Fan Michael Freeman joins us this week to talk about “leveling up” STA characters. We explain the advancement, milestone, and reputation system and shine the light on what character development means in the TV shows, cinematic universe, and STA. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
The man behind Majel the Discord Bot, John Nguyen 18.11.2022 51:17
Come meet the man behind Majel the Discord Bot, John Nguyen. We love it when Star Trek Adventures RPG super-fans work their techno-magic for the benefit of all. So if you play STA on Discord come help us celebrate this bot whiz! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Celebrating of Star Trek Adventures | S2E49 11.11.2022 1:04:35
Aliza Pearl and Eric Campbell (Shield of Tomorrow, Clear Skies, Blood of the Void) join Continuing Conversations for a massive celebration of Star Trek Adventures RPG. How did it all start? What encouragement do they have for new players? And what's up with the newest Streampunk show, Star Trek Perseverance? https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Riff Challenge 2 | S2E48 04.11.2022 1:04:24
Riff Challenge 2! Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke reconvene for the Star Trek Adventures Riff Challenge #2. Pick a random paragraph from any STA product. Deliver an on-the-spot pitch for a story idea based on that paragraph. Then everyone jumps in and helps form the plot, conflicts, and potential WOW moments to create a universe of gaming excitement. Watch and be inspired! https://link...
The ”Really Dicey” Interview with Manny Ortiz 28.10.2022 40:32
Michael Dismuke and Al Spader Collaborate with Manny Ortiz (Really Dicey) to talk about how to put elements of horror into your Star Trek Adventures game. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo https://www.facebook.com/reallydicey https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd4Z_SM4RuY85XeWY8AdYYA
Star Trek Year Five 21.10.2022 1:44:02
Set during the fifth year of the USS Enterprise's five-year mission, Star Trek Year Five is a Star Trek comic series published by IDW Publishing—and Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke have assembled the dream team of Jackson Lanzing and Jody Houser (Year Five Writers) and the man who converted the comic into Star Trek Adventures gold, Fred Love, for a deep dive into the first collaboration between ID...
Chapter 4 of the Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook 14.10.2022 58:59
Fleet Week Special! Join Jim and Michael as they blast into Chapter 4 of the Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook along with ship design masters Aaron Pollyea (STA) and Thomas Marrone of Star Trek Online. Let loose the warp drive along with your imagination as you get inspired to design your own ships. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
What makes a class of starship? 07.10.2022 1:28:25
Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke interview Aaron Pollyea (STA) and Thomas Maronne (STO) about their dynamic collaboration with the Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook. What makes a class of starship? How does a player take what they see on screen or in video games and convert it into a playable ship in Star Trek Adventures RPG. Way too many cool details to mention here. Watch it and see! https://l...
Digging Into the Utopia Planitia Sourcebook 30.09.2022 1:43:01
EP43 - Jim Johnson hosts Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, John Kennedy, and Michael Dismuke, writers for the new Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook. Join us as we go back in time to Starfleet's origins, dig up treasures in the sections about mining and retrieval, dissect the chapter on starships and stations, explore optional rules, and give an overview of the all-ship-focused miss...
Interview the writers of the Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook 23.09.2022 1:27:46
EP42 - Hosts April Hill and Jim Johnson (Modiphius) take the reins this week to interview the entire cast of writers from the new Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook—Thomas Marrone (STO), Al Spader, John Kennedy, Michael Dismuke, and Aaron Pollyea! Get insights into this fantastic partnership with Star Trek Online, hear deep insights about the development of the UP book, and...
Minimizing Violent Storytelling 16.09.2022 41:30
Star Trek Adventures contributor Jacob Ross (core rulebook, Gamma Quadrant Sourcebook) joins Jim and Michael to discuss how to run STA games that minimize violence but are still engaging for GMS and players alike. Hear tips on how to create campaigns that still intrigue and wow without phaser blasts and photon torpedoes. Challenge yourself to make mesmerizing campaigns that don't spill blood! We w...
Star Trek Super Fan Joe Harney 09.09.2022 1:11:07
Star Trek Super Fan Joe Harney joins Jim and Michael to talk about the pros and cons of remote gaming. The pandemic changed the face of TTRPGs, but is that change permanent or still evolving? What impact did the pandemic have on your gaming groups? https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
The Ultimate Riff Challenge! 02.09.2022 1:01:18
The Ultimate Riff Challenge! Michael, Jim, and Al Spader get together for the first-ever riff challenge. Pick a random paragraph from any STA product. Deliver an on-the-spot pitch for a story idea based on that paragraph. Then everyone jumps in and helps form the plot, conflicts, and potential WOW moments to create a universe of gaming excitement. Watch and be inspired! https://linktr.ee/studiotem...
Interview with STA System Designer Nathan Dowdell - Part 2 26.08.2022 45:35
Star Trek Adventures System Designer Nathan Dowdell joins us in this two-part interview episode of Continuing Conversations. There was so much good information and insights we needed to make it a 2-parter! Part 2 focuses on Nathan's take on STA game design, fan reaction, and the future of the line! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Interview with STA System Designer Nathan Dowdell -Part 1 19.08.2022 38:43
Star Trek Adventures System Designer Nathan Dowdell joins us in this latest episode of Continuing Conversations. There was so much good information and insights we needed to make it a 2-parter! Part 1 helps us get to know Nathan a little better: his background, his first venture into RPG, and how he came to design STA! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Launching Your First STA Game 12.08.2022 49:15
Continuing Conversations tackles the big subject: how to get your first game launched! Afraid to be a new GM? Desperate to find people to play with? Wondering who to ask questions to? Curious about what books you need to get started? A lot of good advice is packed into this podcast, not to mention a swath of FREE STUFF you may not know is out there; all meant to make your first game AMAZING! https...
Tour the Delta Quadrant Sourcebook 05.08.2022 44:27
Jim and Michael take you through the dynamic Delta Quadrant book. Borg, xBs, and Voyager's many first contacts are highlighted, plus what's probably the best stellar map EVER in an STA product! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Tour the Gamma Quadrant Scourcebook 29.07.2022 47:23
Jim and Michael travel through the Gamma Quadrant Sourcebook to talk about all the goodies surrounding the characters featured in DS9. This is the ultimate compendium on the Dominion War and the places, people, and planets involved in the major event. https://limktr.ee/studiotembo
Meet the Picard: Season One Character Pack 22.07.2022 1:26:48
Michael and Jim team up with Patrick Goodman and Aaron Pollyea to talk about the vigilante sensation Picard: Season 1 Character Pack. Get insights and Easter eggs contained in the new Modiphius release. Find out how the characters were reverse engineered so that you could insert these amazing individuals into your game! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Tour the Beta Quadrant Sourcebook 15.07.2022 36:54
Jim and Michael move into the Beta Quadrant Sourcebook! Romulans, Klingons, Gorn! Oh my! Yes! Spit-spewing Gorn! Explore why this book is a must-have for your Star Trek Adventures collection. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Tour the Alpha Quadrant Sourcebook 08.07.2022 1:09:59
Jim and Michael travel the galaxy quadrant by quadrant, starting with the Alpha Quadrant Sourcebook! Betazoids, Cardassians, Ferengi, and more! Explore why this book is a must-have for your Star Trek Adventures collection. Https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
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