Inside the GM Studio

Most GMs focus on delivering narrative, but there's a hidden skill set—system-agnostic tactics—that can elevate any game, from D&D to indie RPGs. In this episode, Matt and David reveal the core skills that transcend rulesets, transforming you into a more confident, flexible, and engaging storyteller. Discover the overlooked techniques that keep your game flowing, all without sacrificing player...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Please leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstud...

Familiars, beast companions, and pets—are they just flavor or powerful tools in your tabletop campaigns? Discover how these in-game allies can do much more than just sit by your side. From scouting and utility to emotional connection, they can dramatically deepen your storytelling and strategic options. Whether you're a GM aiming to create richer encounters or a player wanting your pet to feel lik...

David and Matt dive deep into real-world solutions for encouraging creativity and initiative at the table. They explore practical tactics to break patterns of passivity, such as rewarding diverse tactical choices, designing low-stakes scenarios to build confidence, and leveraging narrative rewards over meta-mechanics. You'll discover how to subtly shape player behavior by designing encounters that...

Most GMs struggle to keep their tabletop campaigns exciting and alive long after the initial thrill wears off. What if the secret to enduring storytelling isn’t just about epic battles or complex plots, but about building a world that breathes, reacts, and evolves with your players? If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live strea...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Please leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstud...

On this weeks episode, there are worse things that can happen to your character other than death and when it comes to failure, Matt and David know quite a bit about it. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leav...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

On this weeks episode, it seems that the boys and their Lost Mines of Phandelver campaign have gained some fans as listeners have sent in their own stories running the campaign. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPl...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

On this weeks episode, the boys break down the ups and downs of actual plays. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudio/message

On this weeks episode, the boys talk about the hidden rules that don't come up very often in a campaign and can make some rulings more difficult than you expected. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us...

On this weeks episode, a player has quit the IGMS D&D game and we have some thoughts on what should happen when a player leaves us. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podc...

On this weeks episode, the boys talk all things fantasy. Which one is your favorite subgenre? If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstu...

On this weeks episode, the boys break down all that is holy and where the church resides, corruption closely follows. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

On this weeks episode, the boys go into detail on how they handle downtime and rests in their games and try to give some advice on how to make the downtime flow better and give it more punch. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

On this weeks episode, the boys hot some emails from Louis, Tim, and Erika. Matt and David answer some questions from the listeners with hopes of helping out. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voi...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

On this weeks episode, the boys talk about why they think the Medieval Fantasy setting is the prime go to for TTRPGs. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudi...

On this weeks episode... Matt went through a breakup so the boys are reading stories of other breakups. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insi...

On this weeks episode... The boys break down all those numbers that make your number go higher. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.comCheck out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ESTPlease leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegms...