You're Not Too Geeky to Gatekeep

This week, Natalie has Natalie New on to help her process something that has been bothering her. Natalie and Natalie have a huge love for the cast of Critical Role. With that love, came the heartbreaking realization that the community that surrounds the cast can sometimes bully, harass, or even threaten the female cast members just because they play Dungeons and Dragons a little differently than the audience would prefer. This week will uncover the world of gatekeeping within the gaming community. Your host is tired of geeks getting a pass and being called “too nerdy to be mean” when she has witnessed firsthand how women+ players are treated within the community. This is her stand and she’d like to dedicate it to all the DMs who are doing their best to make their tables a safe place for everyone who wants to play.   Follow us at @menivetoleratedpod on Instagram and firesidechat.com/nataliekatona on Fireside for the live show! Make sure to like, subscribe, and review so Natalie can send some good vibes and positive manifestations your way as well! You can also find all of our platforms, ways to support the podcast, and Patreon at https://linktr.ee/menivetoleratedpod   Find Natalie New: Instagram and Tiktok: @newtoyouuu Join the Discord Server: The Mushroom Menagerie https://discord.gg/k8BGw9r2S8