From The Traitors UK to Real-Life Dungeon Master: How Ivan Brett Designs Fun for a Living

Can you spot someone who is lying straight to your face?  Or lead a fellowship of heroes through a legendary fantasy quest? In this episode of Join the Fray, 9-year-old host Fraser sits down with the ultimate game-maker, dungeon master andbestselling author, Ivan Brett! You might recognize Ivan from season one of the massive hit BBC reality show The Traitors UK, where he had to navigate a castle full of deception. But when he isn't hunting down Traitors, Ivan has some of the coolest jobs on the planet: he is a professional Dungeons & Dragons Dungeon Master and the creative mastermind behind hit interactive game books like The Floor Is Lavaand the hilarious Casper Candlewacks children's fiction series.Fraser and Ivan dive behind the scenes into:What it's actually like when a TV crew drops a camera right in your face in a Scottish castle.The psychology of survival on reality TV (and why spotting a liar is scientifically almost impossible!).How Ivan writes rules for over 200 screen-free games so that they make sense to readers without seeing their eyes.The secret to getting kids hooked on reading using serialized comics like The Phoenix.Ivan's "fail fast" blueprint for any kid who wants to start inventing their own games and stories today.Whether you're a parent looking for screen-free inspiration to beat boredom or a fan of strategic game design, Ivan’s advice on celebrating your own "weirdness" is an absolute must-listen!🔗 Connect with the Show:Instagram: @jointhefraypodcastFollow & Review: Don't forget to hit "Follow" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to catch our next career adventure!#Podcast #IvanBrett #TheTraitors #TheTraitorsUK #ScreenFreeKids #TheFloorIs Lava #DND#DungeonsAndDragons #DungeonMaster #CreativeCareers #KidsPodcasts#ParentingTips #Storytelling Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcastIf you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d loveto hear from you!🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:[Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice[USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture