The Adventure Slang Podcast

TTRPGs feature many options for learning real life skills, and in this episode, we chat with speech language pathologist Krissy Baker , owner of the Roll for Pragmatics speech therapy program, and the Oak Park Red Dragon gaming tavern - a safe space for neurodivergent kids and adults where they can interact and engage through healthy stimuli and TTRPGs. Krissy walks us through the experience of ne...

Welcome back to Aihrde Out, the lore-dive podcast all about the world of Aihrde by Troll Lord Games . In this episode Grace and Ty finish the pre-history review of the major events between the Beginning of Days and the Winter Dark, when Trigal summoned Unklar to Aihrde. Get behind-the-scenes information straight from the source, as well as our take on the motivations and nuances buried in the line...

Stop by and meet Justin Estrada , the wildly talented head of gaming (and other things) at Stranger Comics , and award-winning editor of "Keep the Lights On" - a found-footage horror AP. Justin is also part of the Panic Table crew, as well as other TTRPG AP teams. Beyond that, he's a great guy and a lot of fun to chat with! Find out more in this episode of the Adventure Slang Podcast.

In this second episode Grace and Ty reflect on the Days Before Days as both the All Father and Inzae fashion their respective realms (Airhde and Inzaa). Discover the little-known real-world story of how these lands came together, resulting in the legendary setting now before us. Finally, learn more about the pre-history of Aihrde leading up to the Winter Dark and take a step closer to the present...

In this episode we welcome Maui Jones of Reflect Games ! Herein we discuss the power of story within and beyond gaming, and the importance of hosting a space for diversity, where shared stories act is communal and personal development. Come hear Maui give a masterclass on the heart of TTRPGs in this all-story, all-the-time episode of the ASP Podcast!

Meet your hosts, Ty and Grace, as we launch this inaugural deep dive into the history of Aihrde - the vast world of Castles & Crusades by Troll Lord Games . Each month we'll bring an in-depth study of a specific region of Aihrde; its people, landmarks, iconic residents, and history. Join us as we explore this wild landscape and find your inspiration.

If there is one thing this episode's guest knows, it's whimsy. Please help us welcome Sarah Moore , game designer, variety streamer, and we're pretty sure resident fae. Sarah talks with us about her work in gaming, including the entirely unexpected places we go. Sarah's career includes work with WotC and Gen Con, as well as many of her own projects at Formerly Feral Games . Join us as we cross ove...

This episode we visit with the talented actor Adrian Godinez ! From stage to television to voice over, Adrian has spent a lifetime acting and brings a world of advice for those curious about how to get started. And it doesn't end there. This one is chock full of insight and wisdom from a passionate performer and someone we know you're going to love.

Load up on ASH and head for Valhalla, we have Erica Lowe in the house to talk RagnaBorg - the Viking Mörk Borg hack from Broken Brain Games . Erica shares her "give-it-a-try" spirit in this conversation, discussing her journey of perseverance and fearlessness, with encouragement to do the things that interest us regardless of our perceived obstacles. RagnaBorg just closed a successful Kickstarter,...

In this episode we chat with the multitalented maestro of social media at Troll Lord Games , Grace Carras. Award winning poet , livestream performer, and TikTok variety persona, Grace brings a rich imagination and love of story to the Internet in so many ways. We think she's great, and you will too. Join us as we return to the Adventure Slang Podcast - 2026 edition!

Adventure Slang heads back to the Monastery for more education with the one-and-only Mildra the Monk . In this episode Mildra shares insights into the Final Fantasy Legend Edition (free)TTRPG and other thoughts on game design. Join us for an always informative sit-down with one of the most well-read gamers in the game!

Tim and Ty chat with game creator Al Spader - author of numerous TTRPG publications including Sentience , Once Upon, and Star Trek Adventures. In this episode we talk game writing beyond fantasy, positivity in story, and advice for new game creators. Learn about Al's new alien conspiracy game - Redacted - dropping on DriveThru October 30, 2025!

Meet Paul Andrighetti and Josh Hall, the punk masterminds behind the brand new House of Eidolons cyberpunk TTRPG. Herein we discuss the inspiration for the setting and game design based in customization in both genre focus and character design. Bring your medusa and get in on the heist!

Meet Ralf Wall, traditional artist and creator of Atomic Shadows , the post-apocalyptic sci-fi TTRPG based on the Shadowdark system. Ralf talks art, inspiration, and lifelong creativity. Skál!

Everyone welcome artist extraordinaire - the man behind the iconic Nuovarden logo among many brilliant artworks - Jose Ortiz ! Jose joins Ty to discuss fantasy art , GMing, writing for the Living Greyhawk series, and the evolving creative culture in the era of AI. Sit with us and visit a while.

From the depths of a distant wasteland, the Mutant Lord himself, William McAusland joins Ty and Tim for this episode of the ASP pod. William is the owner of Outland Arts and creator of The Mutant Epoch TTRPG, as well as regular artist for Goodman Games . William talks with us about art, game design, and crafting one's creative ambitions into a steady occupation. Join us and be inspired!

In celebration of indie game designs and the people that make them, Ty and Tim visit with artist, writer, and developer (among other things) Brian Colin - creator of Vast Grimm and the upcoming Sqwurmish currently on Kickstarter. There's even more inside, so join us - don't be squirmy!

Like necrotic peanut butter and putrified jelly, it's Darling Creepshow and Bleakseason , together for the first time on the Adventure Slang Podcast! You met them independently here once before; now meet them as the team responsible for some of the darkest tales on the Net. But don't be fooled - our guests are a couple of the sweetest goths this side of the crypt. Hear their reflections of trust a...

Here to help us find our way is renowned TTRPG cartographer Anna B. Meyer . Anna's work is very well established in the World of Greyhawk fantasy setting for Dungeons & Dragons, but we're betting there is a lot you don't know about her work and gaming history. Follow us as we take the journey through this fabulous chat!

He's hardly a monster, but he is the creator of Monster of the Week . Please meet Michael Sands regarding one person's game design journey, and discover the close-knit gaming community of New Zealand. On this episode of the Adventure Slang Podcast!

Just in time for spooky season the team sits down with Darling Creepshow to talk creativity, cyberpunk, and life among the creeple. Come meet the creative spirit affectionately known as "Creep" for this inspiring pre-Halloween special. Don't be scared!

In this episode we welcome back Erin from hiatus to discuss character design ideation and inspiration. We are our own special guests for this chat among friends about an aspect of gaming that we all love. Where do you get your ideas for character creation? Send us your thoughts!

The A.S.P. podcast welcomes returning guest Jon Cohen, creator of Tale of the Manticore , to discuss the TTRPG game-adjacent audio drama - the history and new developments of this niche genre and its growing popularity. For those unfamiliar with the show and others like it, learn all about it here!

Coming to you all the way from New Zealand, WĒTĀ FX mocap actor and nerd culture enthusiast Allan Henry visits with us to discuss acting, the importance of parameters, and the wisdom of Paul, the video store guru. King Kong is in the house!

Join us as we chat with guests Michelle and Wes Otis of Twelve-Sided Stories where we discuss the origins of this wonderfully theatric Actual Play (AP) audio drama, and theorize about the growth of TTRPG related entertainment in all of its developing complexity.