Role Radio - A 5e Actual Play Dungeons & Dragons Podcast

In this episode we spend some time in between weal and woe. There are vague gods, gods in bread form, Boots and Cats, policy clarifications and panther rides. Oh, and a few perfectly good 80's hits may or may not get ruined.

In this cinematic episode we learn how to properly conduct a super hero shot, cut together a traveling montage, and direct a wholesome cooking show. We also revisit the horror genre, which begs the question, "Does the DM really hate the players?"

With Season 4 ready at the gates, we thought we'd take a moment to refresh your memory on the where's, why's, how's, and what's of Those Guys' third season. Of course they're in great despair over the loss of their companion, Elric of Albion, yet they've managed to pick up their heads and hearts to continue fighting the good fight. So click one of the links below an...

In this architecture themed episode we learn about places over which you should never build a stronghold, and how to flip an old fortress into something more fun. There are lots of decorations, artwork, niches, staircases, and deep dark holes with impenetrable and eerie silence. Oh and someone may get immolated or emulsified.

In this not so fun fact filled episode, we learn a few of the cons to making a deal with the devil. We meet some hellish concierges and their not cool bosses. Nana and Papa show up as well as a guy named George. And the party finds themselves caught between confusion and pain, pain, pain….

In this episode we learn about the value of having fun i.e. "The way of Esmir." We also learn that searching for a secret room is sometimes more fun than actually finding one, that death is always near, and that words are better when they have more syllables. And sometimes having fun is worth a bit of bludgeoning, or combusting, or blowing up!

In this episode one particular bad guy has a day not even worth getting out of bed for, while his friend may or may not get killed down to a microscopic level. There is also a very productive staff meeting to discuss team wins, processes and improvements, as well as reviewing some roadblocks and challenges, like getting stuck in a skin pouch made of your own skin.

In this episode we break down the trophic structure of the bad guy food chain, recap how to kill or capture a foe using Pizzazz, delve into the unspoken bond between a man and his tailor, discover where wizards keep their passwords, oh! and also how to defuse a bomb.

In this episode our players make one of the most famous and everlasting contributions to D&D playing as "Those Guys", a fictional gang of well-meaning but hilariously inept heroes. "Those Guys will forever be synonymous with dungeon slapstick and bungling, chases filled with horseplay, and overall comic chaos.

In this episode we explore the theory of probability and discover the painful truth that rolling a 20 and rolling a 1 are exactly as hard or easy….. which only leads us to the uncomfortable truth that we are all at the mercy of the infinite randomness of the universe…….oh, and some cool stuff happens.

In this informative episode we learn how to turn rations into camo, how to effectively use religious pamphlets as toilet paper, how to arrange rubble into pleasing geometric shapes, and all the things you could do with 112 gallons of water. So make sure to take notes.

In this PG13ish episode, Elrick seems to know things he shouldn’t know, Jake does not not thank another God, Cullen channels his inner Carly Simon, and there is also an arts and crafts disaster.

In this episode our party continues to deal with the Duergar's defenses. Esmir faces off against Jerk Face #1, Jake tries to convince Esmir to go swimming, Elrick gets questioned about his skin sack, and Cullen finally becomes a big boy. Yes it's as confusing as this damn Dwarven hold.

In this episode we spend a day in the life of a bench in a dwarven stronghold. Some Duergar get written up, Secret Santa gifts are exchanged, and a metaphorical hornets nest is kicked over but with some unmetaphorical consequences.

In this rather explicit episode there is a lot of complaining, and frustration, and swearing. There is some grunting and dodging. Esmir communes with a Goddess and some ash holes may or may not get covered. Oh, and there is an inspirational speech at the end. Kind of….

Set in the Sword Coast, this medical drama deals with the personal and professional crises of the heroes in the throne room at Firehammer Hold. From the exciting to the mundane, a day in the frantic hold serves up many interesting dilemmas, as well as heartrending choices for everyone on staff.

In this episode our heroes infiltrate Firehammer Hold and discover flummoxing locks, beautiful mosaics, walls that hate cloaks, and most importantly, how to extinguish your friends if they're on fire.

In this rotten, unkind, grim, and slightly spooky episode we learn things. We learn that Jake has a vehement dislike of vanilla, Cullen is ok with putting cheese up his nose, Esmir is starting a list, and Elrick is having some crazy dreams.

In this Hurdy Gurdy episode our heroes find a nice inviting hostel where they could rest easy until an audience is granted. Yup, nothing weird happens. No one hallucinates. No milky eyes get hit with butts. No one pulls any weeds with both hands. And certainly no Donovan songs are referenced.

In this fun fact-filled episode, we learn about team work, distance fighting, how to analyze an unknown fine powder, how to use tennis balls on a shield, the consistency of human flesh, and that long bathroom breaks is a universal female trait. What! Esmir said it!

Happy Halloween! In this episode we spend time reading magazines in a waiting room, sharing some M&M's, seeing some esthetically cool ravens, and learning that boss battles are sometimes easier than going to a meeting at your friends club house.   

In this episode we find out some things about throat slashing and the gushing of blood, the origins of bologna, and just what kind of person would use dolls to hurt people.

In this episode we delve into the esoteric verbiage used to describe the subset of creatures know as the undead. We also find out the average lifespan of a Gnome and what happens if you push one too far. Oh, and there is also a kitchen remodel.

This sweet episode is full of ballroom dancing, soft green energy, unicorns, fairies, pretty flowers, and tea parties, Awwww…… oh, and foul machinations of hell. Utini!    

In this episode you will learn a few things. First, pools are in fact a lot like wells. Second, shiny things are not always good. Third, disintegration is a fairly straight forward concept. And lastly, there are some things you just shouldn’t poke.