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DMs of Vancouver

by Cave Goblin Network

DMs of Vancouver is a podcast for new and veteran DMs. We go over a variety of topics, trying to give good advice on what a DM will encounter as they run games for their players.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 100!

    In today's episode, Sean & Jessy talk about the fact that this is the 100th episode of this podcast! If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our website for…

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  2. Episode 99 - Review: ARTEFACT

    In today's episode, Sean & Jessy talk about ARTEFACT, a single-player journaling RPG from Jack Harrison of Mouse Hole Press. If you'd like to read the full story Sean wrote for his Artefact you can find it here on his website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on...

  3. Episode 98 - Izzy Braumberger: Anachronisms

    In today's episode, we are joined by Izzy Braumberger to talk about historical anachronism in D&D and using history to add depth to your game. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the…

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  4. Episode 97 - Adam Ma: Teldramir

    In today's episode, we are joined by Adam Ma to talk about his homebrew setting Teldramir. We talk about the impetus for the setting, the process of developing it, and his ambitions for it. DM Services: Website Adam: Twitter Folklore: Comic Feywild Companion: DMs Guild If you've got questions…

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  5. Episode 96 - Another Chat (Also More Numenera)

    In today's episode, Sean and Jessy have a chat about Character Building in Numenera and about Sean's upcoming Numenera campaign. Numenera: Website If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the...

  6. Episode 95 - Jessy & Sean Have A Chat!

    In today's episode, Sean and Jessy have a chat about various In The Time Of Monsters by Possum Creek Games, Feudal Attraction by Max White, Warhammer 40K, and Jessy's upcoming campaign. In The Time of Monsters: Itch.io Feudal Attraction: RPG Geek Roar Cat Reads: Feudal Attraction Review If you've...

  7. Bonus Episode - Kacey Flynn: Adventuring Without A Permit #1

    In today's bonus episode, we speak with Kacey Flynn about the Kickstarter for her book Adventuring Without a Permit #1! Adventuring Without a Permit #1: Kickstarter Kacey: Twitter Find out more at http://dmsofvancouver.ca Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with…

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  8. Episode 94 - Jane Perrella: Running For Your Students Part 2

    In today's episode, we are rejoined by Jane Perrella to talk about running a D&D club for her students during the pandemic. Website: Jane Perella Jane's Book: The Steel Lady If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin...

  9. Episode 93 - Rachel and Trish: Creating and Learning From Each Other

    In today's episode, we speak with Rachel (She/Her) and Trish (She/Her) from Roar Cat Reads about creating together and learning how to GM from each other. Website: Roar Cat Reads Rainbow Refugees: Charity Event Twitter: Roar Cat Reads Instagram: Roar Cat Reads Discord: Roar Cat Reads If you've…

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  10. Episode 92 - Andy Denneus: Being A Player!

    In today's episode, we talk with Andy Denneus (They/He) about taking some time to be on the other side of the GM Screen. Twitter: A Hero of Hearts Twitch: A Hero Of Hearts Instagram: Andy, Hero of Hearts Charisma Saving Show: Twitter If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in…

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  11. Episode 91 - Matheus Alfred-Olmedo: Resolution Mechanics

    In today's episode, we speak with Matheus Alfred-Olmedo about Resolution Mechanics. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our website for more great shows.…

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  12. Episode 90 - Review: Troika!

    This week Jessy and Sean talk about Troika! by Melsonian Arts Council. Twitter: Melsonian Arts Council Game: Troika! Publisher: Melsonian Arts Council If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support…

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  13. Episode 89 - Allonté Barakat: A Friendly Chat

    In today's episode, we are joined by Allonté Barakat for a friendly chat including the topics playing for an audience, co-authoring your game, and using positive reinforcement instead of punishing your players. Linktree: ThatBearKat Twitter: ThatBearKat If you've got questions you'd like us to…

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  14. Episode 88 - Graeme Barber: Generic TTRPGs

    This week, Jessy and Sean learn about Generic TTRPGs from Graeme Barber! Twitter: Graeme Barber Website: POC Gamer YouTube: POC Gamer Systems Discussed: Cypher, GURPS, Genesys, Savage Worlds, Cortex, Open Legend, Tri-Stat dX, Forged in the Dark, and FATE KickStarter: Blue Planet: Recontact If...

  15. Episode 87 - Review: Kids On Bikes

    This week Jessy and Sean talk about Kids on Bikes by Jonathan Gilmour & Doug Levandowski of Renegade Game Studios. Twitter: Doug Levandowski & Jonathan Gilmour Game: Kids on Bikes Publisher: Renegade Game Studios If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or...

  16. Episode 86 - Review: Lasers & Feelings

    This week Jessy and Sean talk about Lasers & Feelings by John Harper of one.seven design. Find John Harper on Twitter. Find Lasers & Feelings here. Find one.seven design here. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin...

  17. Episode 85 - Review: Numenera

    Jessy and Sean talk about the Cypher System and Numenera by Monte Cook Games. You can find Monte Cook Games on their website. You can find the Cypher System on its website. You can find Numenera on its website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or…

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  18. Episode 84 - Review: World Wide Wrestling

    Jessy and Sean discuss World Wide Wrestling by ndpdesign! ndpdesigns can be found on their website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our website for more...

  19. Episode 83 - Review: Subway Runners

    Jessy and Sean discuss Subway Runners by Gem Room Games in their first review episode! Gem Room Games can be found on itch.io and Twitter. Subway Runners can be found here. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin...

  20. Bonus Episode - End of Year 2020

    Sean and Jessy talk about the future of the show, their experiences with TTRPGs over the past year, and games they want to play in 2021. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on...

  21. Revolver Tabletop Tales Episode 5 - Joseph Stilwell

    Today we have the fifth episode of Tabletop Tales from the Cave Goblins Patreon Revolver series. In this episode, Joseph Stilwell tells us about a Call of Cthulu game he once ran. This episode was originally released on the Cave Goblin Networks Patreon. You can watch Everyone is Jonas every…

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  22. Revolver Tabletop Tales Episode 4 - Haley Boros

    Today we have the fourth episode of Tabletop Tales from the Cave Goblins Patreon Revolver series. In this episode, Haley Boros tells us about the first session she ever ran. This episode was originally released on the Cave Goblin Networks Patreon. You can watch Everyone is Jonas every Monday…

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  23. Revolver Tabletop Tales Episode 3 - Sean Hagen

    Today we have the third episode of Tabletop Tales from the Cave Goblins Patreon Revolver series. In this episode, Sean Hagen tells us about the epic finale of his first long-running campaign. This episode was originally released on the Cave Goblin Networks Patreon. You can watch Cave Goblin Party...

  24. Revolver Tabletop Tales Episode 2 - Cayla Sander

    Today we have the second episode of Tabletop Tales from the Cave Goblins Patreon Revolver series. In this episode, Cayla Sander tells us about a Battle of the Bards in one of her 13th Age Campaigns. This episode was originally released on the Cave Goblin Networks Patreon on September 27, 2019.…

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  25. Revolver Tabletop Tales Episode 1 - Xanthea Vandelay

    Today we have the first episode of Tabletop Tales from the Cave Goblins Patreon Revolver series. In this episode, Xanthea Vandelay tells me a story from a very long-running campaign of hers. This episode was originally released on the Cave Goblin Networks Patreon on September 27, 2019. You can…

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  26. Hiatus Announcement

    We're taking a hiatus for a while! We're going to be taking some time for ourselves and to work on improving the show. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook, Twitter, or email us at [email protected]. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can...

  27. Episode 82 - Starshine: Indie Games

    In today's episode, we talk with Starshine (Persona Drive) about Indie TTRPGs. You can find Starshine on Twitter and links to their various projects on Carrd. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can...

  28. Episode 81 - Di: Player Agency

    In today's episode, we talk with Di (Ennie Judge and Writer at Gnome Stew) about Player Agency. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our website for more…

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  29. Episode 80 - Tony Oliveira, David Soruco, & Kurt Willis: Battlelords of the 23rd Century

    In today's episode, we speak with Tony Oliveira, David Soruco, & Kurt Willis about Battlelords of the 23rd Century. You can find Battlelords on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Their Website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of...

  30. Episode 79 - Kevin Wilson: Duet Games

    In today's episode, we speak to Kevin Wilson (The Curious Accounts of Crownsgrave) about running Duet games! You can find Kevin on Twitter and The Curious Accounts of Crownsgrave on Twitter and their Website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter....

  31. Episode 78 - Jessy & Sean: Stream Q&A

    Today's episode finds your co-hosts answering questions from friends and listeners. Originally streamed live on May 2nd. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit...

  32. Episode 77 - Milo Applejohn: Adapting Your Campaign

    In today's episode, we speak with Milo Applejohn about how he adapted his D&D campaign into a comic. You can find Milo on Twitter and Patreon. You can find Fox on the Table here and Nothing Gold here. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are...

  33. Episode 76 - KC: A Friendly Chat

    In today's episode, we have a friendly chat with writer KC about Narrative Description, Player Freedom, and World Building. You can find KC on Twitter and can watch them DM on Sunday at 11:30 AM PST over on Twitch. You can find Black Hole Comics and Entertainment at their Website and on Twitter.…

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  34. Episode 75 - Tory Fraser: Ambiance

    In today's episode, we talk with Tory Fraser (I Like Your Dress Podcast) about using Ambiance to improve player immersion. You can find I Like Your Dress on Twitter, Instagram, and their Website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part…

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  35. Bonus Episode - Playing Remotely

    Your co-hosts talk about playing remotely in this time of self-isolation. Take care of each other out there. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our website...

  36. Episode 74 - Craig Chapman & Remy: Professional DMing

    In today's episode, we are joined by Remy (Magnificent Whiskers, Remy Trails) to ask Craig Chapman of Dungeons and Do-Gooders questions about Professional DMing. You can email Craig at [email protected] and find Dungeons and Do-Gooders on Facebook. You can find Remy on Twitter and Instagram If you've...

  37. Episode 73 - Katie Winchester: Dungeons & Doggies

    In today's episode, we talk with Katie Winchester about running a Dungeons & Doggies campaign. You can find Katie on Twitter and Instagram. You can find Steamforged Games Animal Adventures here If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of...

  38. Episode 72 - Gabe and Jeff of Inter-Party Conflict: Eberron

    In today's episode, we speak with the co-hosts of Inter-Party Conflict about the Eberron Campaign Setting! You can find Inter-Party Conflict on their Twitter, Facebook, and Blog. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave…

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  39. Episode 71 - Marie Enger: Casket Land

    In today's episode, we speak with Marie Enger about Casket Land, their Powered by the Apocalypse indie TTRPG. You can find Marie on their Twitter, Instagram, and Website. You can find Casket Land here. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are...

  40. Episode 70 - Di: Being An Evil GM

    In today's episode, we talk with Di (Ennie Judge and Writer at Gnome Stew) about what it means to GM like a Villain. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our...

  41. Episode 69 - Haley Fox & Morgan Shandro: Jumping Into DMing

    In today's episode, we talk with Haley Fox and Morgan Shandro about taking the plunge into DMing. You can find Haley on Twitter. You can find Morgan on Twitter. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can...

  42. Bonus Episode - 2019 End of Year!

    Sean and Jessy talk about the past year and answer questions from listeners! If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our website for more great shows. Our theme...

  43. Episode 68 - Rob Stith: The ORPHEUS Protocol

    In today's episode, we talk with Rob Stith about The ORPHEUS Protocol. You can find Rob and the ORPHEUS Protocol at their Website, Twitter, and Discord. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support...

  44. Episode 67 - Andy Denneus: Players Putting Themselves Into Their PCs

    In today's episode, we talk with Andy Denneus about players putting themselves into their characters. You can find Andy on Twitter. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on…

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  45. Episode 66 - August Evrard: Improv and Worldbuilding

    In today's episode, we talk with writer August Evrard about improvisation and worldbuilding. You can find August at his Website and on Twitter. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the...

  46. Episode 65 - Vita Ayala: Running Games vs Writing Stories

    In today's episode, we talk with comic book writer Vita Ayala (The Wilds, Morbius, Submerged, Xena: Warrior Princess, Magic the Gathering: Chandra) about the difference between running a game and writing a story. You can find Vita on their Twitter and Instagram. If you've got questions you'd like...

  47. Episode 64 - Rosemary Travale: A Friendly Chat

    In today's episode, we have a friendly chat with Rosemary Travale. You can find Rosemary on Twitter and her website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or visit our...

  48. Episode 63 - Ma'at Crook: Time-saving Tips

    In today's episode, we speak with Ma'at Crook about some time saving tips for DMs. You can find Ma'at on Twitter and her website. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon...

  49. Episode 62 - Austen Payne: PC Backstories

    In today's episode we speak with Austen Payne about working a PCs backstory into your world. You can find Austen on Twitter. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. We are part of the Cave Goblin Network, you can support the network on Patreon or...

  50. Episode 61 - Darren Steele: DMing As A Service

    In today's episode, we speak with Darren Steele (Shadow of Pindus) talks about his work at Level Up Gaming League and DMing as a service. You can find Darren on Twitter and his adventure The Wizard's Egg on Drive Thru RPG. If you've got questions you'd like us to dive into, get in touch on…

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About this show

DMs of Vancouver is a podcast for new and veteran DMs. We go over a variety of topics, trying to give good advice on what a DM will encounter as they run games for their players.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does DMs of Vancouver have?

DMs of Vancouver has 111 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 13, 2021.

What is DMs of Vancouver about?

DMs of Vancouver is a podcast for new and veteran DMs. We go over a variety of topics, trying to give good advice on what a DM will encounter as they run games for their players.

How often does DMs of Vancouver release new episodes?

DMs of Vancouver publishes every two weeks, based on its 111 episodes since May 2017.

Who hosts DMs of Vancouver?

DMs of Vancouver is created and hosted by Cave Goblin Network.
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