Teachers in the Dungeon

Tom and Dan yell over the road noise (and Dan's crippling allergies) to give a report on their final day at GaryCon 2023, including stories related to Vince Vaughn and Ed Greenwood. Connect with us: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter, and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com

Join Tom, Dan, and Marcus as they recap the day at Gary Con, and they reflect on their RPG Summer Camp presentation.

Join Tom and Dan with guest Marcus Kugler as they do a late night recap of Day One at Gary Con in Lake Geneva, WI.

onTom and Dan had the opportunity to see Honor Among Thieves two days ago, thanks to a kind friend and Amazon Prime. Listen to our spoiler-free review and try to overlookthe fact that Dan stupidly confuses Michelle Rodriguez with Rosario Dawson. And then go see the movie when it opens in wide release on March 31st! Connect with us: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers o...

Tom and Dan discuss new stat blocks for characters in Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, just released on DnD Beyond. Connect with us: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter, and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com.

Dan recounts another session with game club students as they explore the Dungeon Dudes' city of Drakkenheim, including his shock at their apparent cold-bloodedness when it comes to rescuing the innocent. . . . As always, we'd love to connect with you:  teachersinthedungeon on Facebook and Instagram, @dungeonteachers on Twitter and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com .

GaryCon begins on March 23 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin!  Tom and Dan discuss the events they have signed up for and what they're looking forwrd to most at this year's event.  They also share details of the seminar they will present while there.  In addition, they discuss a recent interview that YouTuber Bob World Builder conducted with Kyle Brink, one of the executives in charge of D&...

The session is done; everyone has gone home.  And then that feeling hits.  You know the one: "I think they hated it.  That didn't go well.  What did I do wrong?" Tom and Dan discuss methods to deal with that sinking feeling after a session that seemed to go wrong. Connect with us: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on twitter and teachersinthedunge...

Join Tom as he recaps the adventures of his Game Club D&D group who are exploring the Scarlet Citadel an adventure written by Steve Winter and published by Kobold Press.  Tom also takes a few minutes to remember a childhood friend.  Grab some dice, grab some fun, join the Teachers in the Dungeon!  

Tom and Dan gossip about the personality quirks of various dragons and share their personal favorites.  Red dragons are your favorite , Tom?! Really?! That's a little disturbing. Connect with us: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter, and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com

The Waterdeep adventure continues as Tom and Dan recount saving a nobleman, confronting a Mind Flayer and creating a business plan for a soon-to-be renovated tavern. Social media: teachersinthedungon on Instagram and Facebook and @dungeonteachers on Twitter.  Email us at teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com

Andrew Cawood of Cawood Publishing shares his insights on the causes and possible results of WotC's mishandling of the OGL issue.  He also gives us an overview of the creative process of the Cawood Publishing team and teases the company's upcoming Kickstarter campaign.  Check out Cawood products on their website  or at Drive Thru RPG As always, follow us on Instagram and Facebook (t...

Tom and Dan talk over the controversy surrounding possible updates to the Open Gaming License that Wizards of the Coast maintains to govern 3rd party use of the Dungeons and Dragons IP.  We discuss possible motives, the reactions of the D&D community and what might happen next. Join the conversation: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter, or email us...

Tom and Dan test the cliche that confession is good for the soul, and admit to. . . (gasp!) fudging dice rolls when they DM.  Listen and find out when, why, and whether they repent of their DnD sins. Oh, and connect with us on social media: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter, and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com

Tom and Dan introduce season 3 of the retelling of their adventures at the DnD table.  This story arc is based on the Waterdeep materials published by WotC, detailing a fascinating, bustling and dangerous city on the Sword Coast of the Forgotten Realms.  Tom also shares some insights into how to prepare to run a published adventure, including research into novels set in Waterdeep itself.

Tom and Dan embark on the retelling of their adventures in the iconic WotC city of Waterdeep.  The new party of adventurers wastes no time getting in lots of trouble at the Yawning Portal tavern.  Be sure to count how many times Tom forgets the name of the establishment, by the way. . . which is odd, since he's the DM for the entire adventure. Reach out to us on social media: teachersint...

Tom and Dan share their DnD-related goals for 2023 and ask for feedback from YOU about what direction you'd like the podcast to take in the coming year. As always, follow us on social media: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com.

Tom and Dan wish you the happiest of holidays as they reflect on the things they're thankful for in the DnD community. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @teachersinthedungeon, and @dungeonteachers on Twitter.  Email us at teachersinthedunegon@gmail.com.

Because EVERYBODY does Top 5 lists, we decided to be all edgy and do a Top 4 list instead, discussing our favorite species/races and classes to play in DnD 5e.  

Dan is all alone this episode but it's okay: he's talking about Drakkenheim!  Or at least, he's sharing stories from running a Drakkenheim campaign for four high schoolers in Tom's Game Club.  Listen in and offer your advice about running a published campaign, 'cause he needs it. Don't forget to leave a rating and a review after you listen, and follow us on social media: teachersinthedun...

Join Tom Gross as he recaps the adventure he is leading with students in his Game Club.  They are playing through the Kobold Press adventure the Scarlet Citadel: A Dungeon of Secrets by Steve Winter.  Don't mind Tom's inability to say the names of the NPC's; he just couldn't get those straight today (or any day for that matter).  Tom also discusses the Hasbro Dicelings transforming...

Moments after concluding the final Slaint session, Tom and Dan are joined by Marc and Chris to discuss their exploits.  (Apologies for sound quality: Dan forgot to turn off the fan in the background.  :-( ) Follow us on social media: teachersinthedungeon on Instagram and Facebook; @dungeonteachers on Twitter; teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com

Tom and Dan share their Top 5 best gift ideas for the D&D fanatic in YOUR family.  They also review A Christmas Carol Adventure from Vergegames.  Links below: Verge Games' A Christmas Carol Adventure Aardnor Minis terrain Planeshift Candles Allen Morris Art Tatterdemaelion (Jeremy Cole) Art Stevens Woodworks RVA

We're nearing the conclusion of our Slaint adventure, and Bert, Wade and Jacques arrive in Balino to find a city cowering in terror beneath the hand of Prince Niall, the heartless vampire lord.  Can they rouse the populace to fight back?

The company gains two new members. . . then leaves one of them alone in the temple of a death god to face vampires and ghasts all by himself.  Guests Chris, Marc and Paul help tell the harrowing yet hilarious tale. Connect with us: Teachersinthedungeon on Instgram and Facebook, @dungeonteachers on Twitter and teachersinthedungeon@gmail.com  Remember to leave a review or a like!