1.24: Leroy | Why Dungeons & Dragons Is Exploding Again

Brian and Steph welcome Leroy to Popcorn and Possibilities to talk tabletop gaming, retro games, and the growing community behind the Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo and Long Island Retro Gaming Expo.We discuss the rise in popularity of Dungeons & Dragons, board games, and tabletop RPGs, plus what fans can expect at the expos—including 3D miniature painting, Street Fighter and Super Smash Bros. tournaments, family-friendly games, and favorites like D&D, Warhammer, and Pokémon. Leroy shares how he became involved, his passion for being a Game Master, and how storytelling, vulnerability, and a little silliness help make D&D less intimidating for new players.The conversation also takes a nostalgic turn as we reflect on the Pokémon cards and GI Joe figures we didn’t know would be worth so much one day, and how gaming continues to bring people together across generations.🎲 Perfect for fans of tabletop gaming, D&D beginners, retro gaming, and anyone curious about gaming conventions and community.