VB5 - Storytelling as Resistance: Fallout, Fiction & Found Families with Austin "Nort" Norton

Vault Broadcast is back with another incredible guest — Austin “Nort” Norton: author, podcaster, GM, and creative mind behind the Fallout TTRPG podcast Grim Encounters.We dive into Nort’s journey from YouTube horror to post-apocalyptic storytelling, how he built a Fallout campaign in the ruins of Chicago, and why giving players narrative freedom is both beautiful and challenging. From vehicle chases to heavy themes like slavery, Nort handles it all with care, humor, and a deep love of the Fallout universe.We talk about:The power of session zero and collaborative boundariesWhy found family stories hit different in the WastelandThe evolving culture of TTRPGs and community-led safetyThis one’s honest, nerdy, and deeply thoughtful — a must-listen for any GM, writer, or Wasteland wanderer.🌐 Austin's Linktree → https://linktr.ee/austinnortVault Broadcast is a cozy, nerdy dive into post-apocalyptic storytelling — featuring Fallout podcasters, artists, prop-makers, GMs, and more. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.💬 Suggest a guest or call in: ⁠⁠voiceline.app/vaultbroadcast⁠⁠💻 Website: ⁠⁠https://www.overseerkyle.com/vault-broadcast⁠⁠📺 Watch episodes:YouTube (TTRPG Channel): youtube.com/@Tales_From_Tomorrow_FalloutOverseer Kyle: youtube.com/@overseerkyleTwitch (Live Sundays @ 7:00 PM ET): twitch.tv/overseerkyle🎧 More Fallout podcasts:Tales From Tomorrow (Fallout TTRPG): tftfallout.substack.com/podcastVault Broadcast newsletter: vaultbroadcast.substack.com📱 Follow us:Instagram: instagram.com/overseerkyleTikTok: tiktok.com/@overseerkyleDiscord: discord.gg/5p7kzeyYDj💰 Support the show:Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/overseerkyle🛒 Wastelander Deals – Support the Show & Get Loot:20% Off Bethesda Gear – Use code: BTALES35gear.bethesda.net/?ref=bb-e11jbw10% Off Fallout TTRPG – Use code: BTALESmodiphius-us.goaffpro.com/shop/BTALESShop Amazon (affiliate):amzn.to/tftfallout-20