Secret Nerd Podcast

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Conversations with friends, old and new, about why we love TTRPG's, and why we think everyone should play them, as well as Actual Play series'. Hosted by a black nerd dad, focused on telling diverse stories with guests who are POC, LGBTQ+, women, and TTRPG creators who support that.

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Session Thirty-Six: Storytelling Spiders 07.02.2022 1:05:38

A discussion with TTRPG writer and game designer, Michelle Jones. We talk about growing up as an internet kid, being a part of the push for diversity in the TTRPG space, and why crunchy games are fun! Follow Michelle on Twitter @aleshakills If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com,...

Session Thirty-Five: Mechanics To Fit Your Style 31.01.2022 1:09:11

A discussion with game developer Nick Butler. We talk about his game Tide Breaker, how homebrew turned into game development, and early inspirations.  You can find Nick on Twitter @FallOnMyBlade If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as well as the many options in the Anchor...

Session Thirty-Four: The Greatest Intro 24.01.2022 1:10:08

A discussion with Elias Omar, DM of the Everrealm Adventures, Emcee, and long time D&D player. We talk about what it was like to grow up playing TTRPG's in NY, the influence of hip hop, and the challenges of podcasting. You can find his podcast on Twitter @DaEverrealmPod If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us...

Session Thirty-Three: Pursuing Dreams and 'Earth Eclipsed' 17.01.2022 1:17:34

A discussion with voice actor Reginald West, one of the stars of The Lunar Company's "Earth Eclipsed" audio drama. We discuss growing up in Colorado as a black man, first inspirations for voice acting, and a love of lore. Follow him on Twitter @VObyReggie Follow The Lunar Company on Twitter @thelunar_co If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing...

Session Thirty-Two: Learn the Rules To Break the Rules 10.01.2022 1:11:34

A discussion with TTRPG Twitter favorite, and game designer, Lex. We talk about them growing up in South Florida, how they started making custom D&D subclasses, and the many projects coming up. You can find Lex on Twitter @TitanomachyRPG  If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmai...

Session Thirty-One: Raising the Stakes 03.01.2022 1:08:22

A discussion with resident Handler, and cast member of the Mayday Roleplay podcast, Sergio. We talk about running Delta Green for a show, how to develop a deep psychology in your PC's, and why classic foreign films are important.  If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as we...

Session Thirty: One Black Halfling 27.12.2021 1:09:36

A discussion with one of the Three Black Halflings, Jeremy Cobb. This has been an interview I have been dying to do for a long time, and it's finally here! We discuss how Jeremy came to be a nerd, what type of acting he prefers, and of course what TBH is, and will be in the future.  Follow Jeremy on Twitter @JeremyCobb1 Follow Three Black Halflings on Twitter @3blackhalflings If you enjoyed t...

Session Twenty-Nine: Comedy as an Adventure Module 22.12.2021 1:08:20

A discussion with narrative writer and game designer, Geoffrey Golden. We talk about growing up in the early days of the internet, writing narrative for video games, and his new TTRPG module, Target Run.  If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as well as the many options in...

Session Twenty-Eight: Improving Over Time 20.12.2021 1:20:54

A discussion with streamer and comic book artist, Kira Snow. We talk about their love of art from an early age, the importance of creative a safe space when streaming, and tips for those looking to having big name players in their game.  Follow Kira on Twitter @Kira858 If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact u...

Session Twenty-Seven: Geek Aficionado 13.12.2021 1:16:03

A discussion with TTRPG enthusiast, cosplayer, and creator of Obsidian Brews, Bendy. We talk about the renaissance faire, their love of the horror genre, and why understanding your roots is important.  Follow Bendy on twitter @bendydinosaurs If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail...

Session Twenty-Six: Being Seen and Owning It 06.12.2021 1:13:42

A discussion with Sea from the amazing stream and podcast Transplanar RPG. We discuss how art has influenced them over the years, the outlet that TTRPG's have created, and what it means to be a part of the community they helped create.  Follow Sea on Twitter @pisharpart If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact...

The Parade Must Wait (A SNP One-Shot) 30.11.2021 2:32:39

Our very first one-shot on the show! Check out this Pathfinder 2e actual play, set in the Mwangi Expanse with a homebrewed scenario. Our heroes are level ten, and looking for some rest and relaxation. But when a community member is in need of help, they respond to the call. This is an episode full of fun, adventure, and some dark moments.  Cast: Joe as KoKo the summoner of the Makers Misfits...

Session Twenty-Five: Twinning, Round Two 29.11.2021 1:09:23

A discussion with Brandy Rose, a game designer, podcaster, and streamer. We talk about what it was like to be a nerd growing up in Europe, why creating spaces for marginalized folks is so important, and how they've evolved in the TTRPG space in a very short time.  Follow Brandy on Twitter @thebrandyrose If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and shar...

Session Twenty-Four: Rivers, Death, and Self Awareness 22.11.2021 1:04:23

A discussion with Ella Watts, podcast and TTRPG enthusiast, and creator of Upriver, Downriver. We talk about both the traumas and good times that shaped her life, her passion for audio, and how she made a lovely game in the midst of the pandemic.  CONTENT WARNING: Brief discussions of child abuse.  Follow Ella on twitter @gejwatts Kickstarter for Upriver, Downriver here: https://www.kick...

Session Twenty-Three: Listening and Laughing 15.11.2021 1:07:34

A discussion with Jeff Thompson from Blackness and Dragons, we talk about the intersection of improv comedy and psychology, the joy of playing games with our friends, and why it's important to support others success.  Follow Jeff on Twitter @OneBlackJeff If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerd...

Session Twenty-Two: Getting To Tell Our Own Stories 08.11.2021 1:08:18

A discussion with Anthony from the Gimme Da Loot podcast. We talk about having a brother as an influence, what happens when you have to turn it on for a podcast, and whether representation is enough.  Follow Anthony on Twitter @anthonydrobert If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmai...

Session Twenty-One: Bardic Inspiration and Diaspora 01.11.2021 1:12:30

A discussion with TTRPG enthusiast and cast member up the upcoming stream 'Tales of Exandria', Anne. We talk about what it was like to group up in a country with a culture different than your own, why our friends are so important, and why there are plenty of great people in TTRPGs to root for.  Follow Anne on Twitter @xo_girlwonder If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a...

Session Twenty: Collecting All the Shiny's 25.10.2021 1:15:32

A discussion with CEO of Magpie Games, Mark Diaz-Truman. We discuss being a game developer from New Mexico, how games can help us in our lives, and of course their newly developed game with a record breaking Kickstarter campaign: Avatar Legends.  If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@...

Session Nineteen: Bringing Friends Together Through Games 18.10.2021 1:05:01

A discussion with actor and game master, London Carlisle. We discuss his many TTRPG projects, his love of 'Call of Cthulhu', and of course his time spent acting in the theatre.  Follow London on Twitter @LondonCarlisle If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as well as the ma...

Session Seventeen: Face It Head On Through Roleplay 04.10.2021 1:13:41

A discussion with Jean-Francois, a documentary film maker and TTRPG enthusiast. We talk about his work on stream playing the Witcher TRPG and Fate, what it was like to grow up in Montreal, and how TTRPG stories affect our real lives.  If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, a...

Session Sixteen: You Are A Game Designer 27.09.2021 1:05:22

A discussion with game designer, and creator Quinn Murphy. We talk about how he developed his knack for game design, why he actually likes D&D 4th edition, and what it was like to write his first Adventure Path for Pathfinder 2e.  Follow Quinn on twitter @qh_murphy If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact u...

Session Fifteen: The Success of "Let's Just See What Happens" 20.09.2021 1:12:40

A discussion with Connie Chang from Transplanar RPG. We talk about how they got into D&D, starting Transplanar and why it was so important, and the creation of their new game God Killer! Follow Connie on Twitter @byConnieChang If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as well as...

Session Thirteen: Softness Has No Gender 13.09.2021 1:14:47

A discussion with the wonderful Allegra from Mayday Roleplay. We talk about the amazing work they do on the show, the benefits of found family, and how TTRPG's allow us to live new experiences.   Follow Allegra on Twitter @legom2rs If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as w...

Session Fourteen: We're Just Being Honest 13.09.2021 1:11:20

A discussion with the talented Zak, resident artist from Mayday Roleplay. We talk about how wild it is that they play in a horror podcast, how important art is, and how we can add representation in more ways than just the color of our skin.  Follow Zak on Twitter @zakthedrak If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can con...

Session Twelve: Poetry and Chaos 06.09.2021 1:08:50

A discussion with Zach, from the Maker's Misfits podcast. We get Zach's perspective on Sacramento, discuss the value of a wild one shot, and muse on why creating is so important.  If you enjoyed the podcast, please help us grow by leaving a review, subscribing, and sharing with friends. You can contact us at secretnerdpodcast@gmail.com, as well as the many options in the Anchor app (anchor.fm...