Mothers in D&D | Moms in Myth | Wandering DMs S06 E16
This Mother’s Day, Paul and Dan discuss the role of mothers in D&D and mythology. From troll wives to Grendel’s mother to the spawn of all monsters, Tiamat herself, moms make an impact in our lives! Throughout history, mothers have…
Player Secrets in D&D | Achieving a Satisfying Dramatic Reveal | Wandering DMs S06 E15
Dan and Paul discuss how to play a character in an RPG with a dramatic secret. How can we include the rest of the players in the fun without giving away too much? When do we reveal the secret to…
Matt Finch | Swords & Wizardry Expanded! | Wandering DMs S06 E14
Paul and Dan get to bring back OSR guru Matt Finch to talk about his new Swords & Wizardry: Expansions, Monsters, and More!, currently on Kickstarter. What new things has Matt cooked up? And what updates has he finally made…
Michael Moorcock | Fantasy Master Chats | Wandering DMs S06 E13
Dan and Paul are thrilled to chat live with the master of fantasy, Michael Moorcock. What are his current thoughts on the legacy of his writing Elric, the Eternal Champion, critiques of Tolkien, and so much more? Michael John Moorcock…
Mistakes in Original D&D | Critiques & Corrections | Wandering DMs S06 E12
Dan and Paul reflect on what we think are the biggest mistakes and errors in the first publication of original D&D in 1974. What are the biggest blemishes that troubled the game for decades afterward? What are some of our…
Our D&D House Con 2024 | Playtesting Our Dungeons | Wandering DMs S06 E11
Paul and Dan check in on their annual D&D mini-convention with friends in a house on the Massachusetts shore, now in its 15th year. What went well, what could go better, what lessons will feed into our future gaming?
Irish Myths in D&D | Feats and Faeries | Wandering DMs S06 E10
This St. Patrick’s Day, Paul and Dan discuss the rich history of Irish myths, legends, and stories in the D&D game. From Druids and Bards to the Banshees and Firbolg, what are some of the best ways to spice up…
How to Run a D&D One Shot | Tips and Tricks for Single Session Play | Wandering DMs S06 E09
How does one run a successful dungeons and dragons one shot game? Dan and Paul discuss how to condense the D&D experience to a single night of fun. They’ll share techniques they’ve developed over the years behind the DM screen,…
Performing Characters in D&D | Tips for Non-Actors | Wandering DMs S06 E08
Dan & Paul discuss tips for embodying a character in body and voice when playing D&D at the table. When we compare ourselves to well-known D&D performers, what are simple simple tricks anyone can use, even if we aren’t trained…
Love in D&D | Roleplaying Romance Respectfully | Wandering DMs S06 E07
For Valentine’s Day, Dan and Paul take a look at how romantic love is portrayed in Dungeons and Dragons. From NPCs with love-based plot lines to the infamous philter of love, we’ll cover ever instance we can think of in…
