Matt and David

Inside the GM Studio

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Welcome to Inside the GM Studio, your go-to source for all things tabletop RPG! Whether you’re a seasoned game master, a curious newcomer, or a dice goblin always chasing that next nat 20, we’ve got something for you. Every week, we dive into the latest TTRPG news, share practical advice to level up your games, and answer questions from our amazing community. From deep dives into game mechanics and world-building tips to hot takes on industry trends, we’re here to keep your campaigns fresh and your creativity rolling. Grab your dice and let’s roll initiative!

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Matt and David

Episodes

Meta Currencies and OSR's 25.11.2024 1:00:51

On this weeks episode, the boys answer questions about those new fangled "meta currencies" and our #1 fan asks about OSR games . If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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://podcaster...

Side Quest: How Many Sessions Should You Plan Ahead? 21.11.2024 20:43

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

Impromptu Social Scenes 18.11.2024 42:26

On this weeks episode, the boys answer a question about how to keep social scenes fun and exciting. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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/inside...

Hirelings!!! 11.11.2024 43:16

On this weeks episode, the boys are asked to shed some light on what happened to hirelings and henchmen. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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/i...

Side Quest: What Makes a Good Role Playing Game? 07.11.2024 28:27

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

Side Quest: Fear and CR Management 04.11.2024 21:25

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

What Would We Do? 04.11.2024 49:39

On this weeks episode, the boys are asked to take on the role of Game Director for Dungeons and Dragons and talk about what they would add or change in the 2024 book. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Please leav...

Rules Over Rulings 28.10.2024 55:08

On this weeks episode, the boys break down todays games and the ambiguity of rules. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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/insidethegmstudio/mess...

Side Quest: Too Many Puzzles? 24.10.2024 13:47

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

Why Do We Love Horror Games? 21.10.2024 42:16

On this weeks episode, the boys are back and talking about horror games and why we love them. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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/insidethegms...

Low Magic Setting! 30.09.2024 47:03

On this weeks episode, the boys take a question from a listener about making magic seem rare and dangerous. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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/sho...

Redemption Arcs 23.09.2024 40:05

In this week's episode, the boys talk about how to create the road to redemption for your games and characters. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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...

Side Quest: Tournaments! 22.09.2024 19:27

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

TRAPS!! 16.09.2024 46:10

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the effects of alcohol and GMing as well as the spirit and usefulness of traps. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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.spo...

Side Quest: Sentient Weapon 12.09.2024 25:55

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

We're Back with RPG News 09.09.2024 47:07

In this week's episode, the boys are back after a week hiatus and Matt has brought some TTRPG News with him to share. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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.c...

Side Quest: Endearing my Villain 29.08.2024 32:52

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

The Final Fantasy 14 TTRPG Review 26.08.2024 1:07:19

In this week's episode, the GM Studio tester Beto joins the boys as the crew talks about their playthrough of the Final Fantasy 14 TTRPG Starter Set. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check 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 mess...

Side Quest: Adventure on a Global Scale 24.08.2024 23:45

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

The Darkest Hour 19.08.2024 46:25

In this week's episode, the boys discuss how Matt could have done better when he decided to take away almost everything the players had to give the story more drama. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Please leave...

Teasing out Flavor from the Players 12.08.2024 53:05

On this week's episode, the boys discuss the small ways of getting flavor out of your players. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check out our live streams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Leave us a voice message https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/insidethegmstudio/...

Side Quest: Work those Backstories 08.08.2024 21:31

A series where the boys take on questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

Dungeons and Drama 05.08.2024 1:00:45

On this weeks episode, it's all things drama. The boys talk about the future of D&D as well as hear out the 44 rules of the game. If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check out our livestreams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Leave us a voice message https://podcasters.s...

Community Question: Extending Quests 01.08.2024 15:59

A series were the boys take on the questions from the internet no matter how dumb they may be.

Raising the Stakes of the Story 30.07.2024 53:11

On this weeks episode, Matt gives a lecture on the differences of advancement in RPGs and David goes off on how to Raise the Stakes of the campaign . If you have any questions or comments for the boys, send them to insidethegmstudio@gmail.com Check out our livestreams on twitch.tv/insidethegmstudio or search for InsidetheGMstudio. We stream on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. EST Leave us a voice message http...