Best and Worst GM Advice! - RPG Lessons Learned

What this episode covers

Dusty and Tanner talk their favorite GM advice from games they love, as well as some not-so-great advice, including advice on random encounters, asking your players what they want, magic tricks at the table, building trust between players and the GM, railroading in published adventures, and linear story structure. The Black Hack 2e by Gold Piece Publications on DrivethruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/255088/the-black-hack-second-edition The Lazy Dungeon master by Sly Flourish on DrivethruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/108572/the-lazy-dungeon-master Legend of the Five Rings 4th Edition: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/83945/legend-of-the-five-rings-4th-edition So You Want To Be A Gamemaster: https://thealexandrian.net/so-you-want-to-be-a-game-master Intro / Outro Music: Mirror Image by BernardW100!

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

Okay Player: Angela Nissel Talks Laughter, Loss, Hollywood and that Illadelph Life.

Jun 8, 2026 ·102m

Ep. 175: YBR TV- Adventures of Superman (1952 – 1958) or ‘Maybe I’m A Superman’

Jun 6, 2026 ·143m

Ep. 174: The Sign of the Film Maven- A Chat with Kristen Lopez about ‘Popcorn Disabilities’

May 29, 2026 ·103m

The Between 33 - Leaving a Mark

May 29, 2026 ·76m

Small Wineries, Big Fines: Hoopes Vineyard vs Napa County in a High-Stakes Fight for Survival

May 25, 2026 ·72m

Ep. 173: Pardon Us (1931) or ‘Another Fine F***ing Mess’

May 15, 2026 ·121m

Similar Podcasts

Creativity Threads Life w/ Mr Benja Mr Benja Welcome creatives! These are discussions, thoughts, case studies, interviews, and lessons about how our creativity relates to life. The host, Mr Benja, is a former video game programmer / designer for Rockstar Games, Sony Santa Monica, The 3DO Company, and others, as well as a fine artist. -- Be sure to check out the website for more. Explicit Full Metal RPG The Full Metal RPG Crew Tabletop RPG Podcast that talks about Tough subjects and probably has some fun. Explicit Unbreakable Podcast Dr Trevor Bachmeyer The solutions to every problem in the known universe.I’ve taken the lessons so you don’t have to. Explicit Going Public With Ross Mandell Ross Mandell Ross Mandell, the pioneer who reshaped Wall Street, has catapulted hundreds of companies into the public sphere, crafting his legacy as an undisputed guru in investment banking and stock brokerage. Now, this sought-after public speaker captivates audiences worldwide, weaving his financial genius with life-altering inspiration, merging invaluable financial insights with profound life and business lessons to motivate and inspire a new generation. Explicit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of RPG Lessons Learned?

This episode is 38 minutes long.

When was this RPG Lessons Learned episode published?

This episode was published on April 28, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Dusty and Tanner talk their favorite GM advice from games they love, as well as some not-so-great advice, including advice on random encounters, asking your players what they want, magic tricks at the table, building trust between players and the...

Can I download this RPG Lessons Learned episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.