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Shadowrunnin' On Empty

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Welcome to the Sixth World chummers! Shadowrunnin' On Empty is a lore podcast where a seasoned GM (That's me, SoEasyMode) takes a couple of green runners (CaptCozy & AustinCSY) and introduces them all the fun, entertaining and horrible that exists in the Shadowrun Universe. Our runners have exactly ONE experience playing Shadowrun, and are totally in the dark on some of the finer parts of the lore, but we aim to fix that! Join us as I take them on a journey through the sixth world. Hop in, buckle up, and hang on. It's gonna be a wild ride.

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Episodes

  1. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 7 - Denver Free Zone

    The entire cast is here for this one as we finally talk about the "free" city under the control of a dragon...No we aren't talking Essen. Welcome to Denver where you are at the whim of Ghostwalker, but are also near the biggest data haven on the planet! Lets dive in and see what this plex has to...

  2. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 78 - Saeder Krupp

    Join us as we jump into another of the Big 10. This time we are looking at the only corp that is owned by a dragon. Just what does S&K provide, besides nearly everything that you use in your daily lives. Come find out and more! SINless Actual Play: Spotify:...

  3. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 77 - Bioware

    Hoi Chummers welcome back we are moving away from cyberware and looking at biological upgrades....direct to your body! Find out the difference between basic and cultured...how far would you go to mod your body? Find out what Austin and myself would be willing to get implanted! SINless Actual…

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  4. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 76 - Cyberware Limbs

    Welcome back chummers to another episode of looking into the lore of cyberware and this time we are talking Arms, Shoulders, knees, and harpoon toes?? Want to know more then come join Austin and I for a look at Limbs! SINless Actual Play: Spotify:...

  5. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Bodyware

    Hey chummers welcome to another episode where we are taking a look at ware. This time we are looking at stuff that can be crammed into the body. Join Austin and myself as we add more chrome to the bag. SINless Actual Play: Spotify:...

  6. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 74 -Germany Part 2

    Welcome back Chummer as we finally get to close to door on our trip around Germany. We look at the Rhine Megaplex, the only Anarchist city to last as long as it did Berlin. With all the hot spots to check... we Slip on the way out. (You'll get that reference soon enough) SINless Actual Play:...

  7. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 73 - Eyeware

    Welcome back chummers! We are diving back into the cyber options that are in the six world and this time we are talking eyes. All the different vision mods, eye installments, and of course talks of daredevil and Batman. So come on and raw dog the rays with us! SINless Actual Play:...

  8. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 72 - Bishop's Gambit

    Hoi chummer we are going to dive into the new CEO of Ares Michael Bishop. Where does he come from, how did he become CEO, who is he really? Most of this and more gets answered. As well as what would you call your very own Crime Island. SINless Actual Play:...

  9. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 71 - Wyrm Talk

    Hey Chummers welcome to our next installment of Wyrm Talk! Our special guest this episode is Adam from Dragons Greed Gaming. You might know him better for the shadow run podcast Pay Data. Come on and hear the answers to the questions that you asked as we discuss events around the table. SINless...

  10. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 70 - Germany Pt. 1

    Welcome back to our world tour Chummer! Today we are taking a trip back to Europe to visit the runner hot spot of Germany! I would like to take this moment to apologize to all our German listeners for my butchering of your language. Oh and also we somehow talk about Donuts. SINless Actual Play:...

  11. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 69 - Headware

    Hey chummer have you ever wondered what chrome can you cram into your dome? Well you are in luck because we have the answer! Join us as we talk cyberwear for your head. Need to be better at math? There is wear for that? Need to speak and understand another language? There is wear for that! What...

  12. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 68 - Neuralink

    Hoi chummers are you ready for another installment of SROE SRIRL, because that is what we are bringing you today! Join us as we talk about what could be the birth of the data jack and what the means for the future. What about you are you ready to go under the knife to get your brain chipped?...

  13. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 67 - Alamos 20K

    In the far off near future there is only ambiguity! Hang o n wait that isn't right. Hey chummers join us as we stumble and dodge landmines on our most recent topic...the Humanis group Alamos 20k. Hold onto your hats as this topic is a little spicy! SINless Actual Play:...

  14. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 66 - New (new?) York

    Well, we are finally here taking a look at the most densely populated sprawl in the 6th world. However before you can get inside I'm gonna need to see your ID card, don't worry we cover that. Be on your best behavior or face the Law Triad!! All of this plus we make our own gangs. SINless Actual...

  15. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 65 - DeeCee Sprawl

    Hey Chummer join us once again as we go on a trip to the East coast. We are making our stop at the capitol of the UCAS, DeeCee. Jump in as we explore some DeeCee hop spots. Find out what gangs operate in this sprawl, and of course settle in for enough red tap to make a red samurai jealous.…

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  16. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 64 - Winternight

    Skold! Pull together for the clan and King!......wait no that is a song...So chummer do you like Norse Myth? Are you a fan of rune magic and the stories of the old Beserkers? Well then you are in for a treat as we talk about the group that almost unleashed Ragnarok. Join us as we dive into the...

  17. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 63 - Wyrm Talk Episode 2

    Hoi Chummers! We're very excited to bring you our second episode of Wyrm Talk, The SROE segment where we answer question directly from the community! We have a ton of great questions this time around and we're looking forward to dishing you the goods in this one folks! ~We also have an actual…

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  18. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 62 - New Revolution

    Hey chummer are you feeling displeased with your current government? Do you long for a return to the good'ole days when there was just one USA? Do you happen to own a large arsenal and just want to stick it to the man? If you answered yes to any of these questions boy do we have a group for you!...

  19. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 61 - False Face & Crying Mask

    I hope you are ready from some more 6th world "secret" organizations. This time we are headed to the NAN to get a closer look at their medicine men. We then switch it up to look at the darker reflection the Crying Masks. Will the way they operate leave you in tears? ~We also have an actual play...

  20. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 60 - Welcome To Council Island

    Well Chummers we have done it. This is the very last stop on our tour of the Metroplex. A small island smack in the middle of it all packed with native traditions and the Birds......anyway keep that water clean and good luck on crossing the bridge! ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into...

  21. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 59 - Welcome To Atlanta

    Well, it finally happened. At long last, we have our first trip down the lore highway into the CAS! Welcome to the capital of the CAS, Atlanta! Home to the headquarters of Doc Wagon and Coca Cola, not to mention the mysterious skyscraper where the top floors are totally off limits, or all the…

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  22. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 58 - Welcome To Everett

    Hoi Chummer we are getting to end of our Metroplex tour. We are taking a look at the most northern district Everett. Not only is the UCAS naval base here but the largest federated Boeing facility. Be sure to stay tuned till the end as there is an extra special dive into a super serious gang that...

  23. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 57 - The Network

    So what happened to the people who actually made it out of the arcology? Are they even people? Does Deus have something sinister planned? Find out in this episode of SROE! ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into our weekly adventures in SINless, here on Spotify...

  24. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 56 - Welcome To Snohomish

    Hey chummer, join us as we continue our tour of the Metroplex. Are you ready for the rural life, maybe you want to try your hand at faring, or ranching? Well this is the district for you! Be sure to check yourself into the Brier Hotel and don't stay in the park after dark. ~We also have an actual...

  25. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 55 - The New Kights Templar

    Don your armor, sharpen your sword, and ready thy shield for we....... crash sorry about that chummer. Welcome to another lore segment and this time we are diving into the secret Vatican org known as the Knights Templar. Are you ready to praise the sun? ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune...

  26. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 54 - Welcome To Renton

    Hoi Chummer here we are again with another look at a district of the plex. We take a closer look at Renton the suburbs of the metro plex. Strap in as we talk shopping malls, thrill gangs, and substance abuse. ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into our weekly adventures in SINless, here…

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  27. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 53 - Tir Na Nog

    Get your passport ready and make sure you have the correct documentation in order, trust me there is a lot, we are touching down in formerly Ireland! That is right we are taking a look into the misty island run by the (Immortal)Elves. ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into our weekly...

  28. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 52 - Welcome To Fort lewis

    We continue our tour of the metroplex this time heading south where there are actual trees!! Oh and a large military base but don't worry about it. How about a trip to the paracritter zoo? Just watch out for the street fights between the soldiers and the Spikes! ~We also have an actual play...

  29. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 51 - Welcome To Tacoma

    Hey chummer can I interest you in some dock front property? Come on down to where the NuYen is flowing and the prison is a skyrise. Don't forget to try the nightlife but only in you are in the know! ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into our weekly adventures in SINless, here on Spotify...

  30. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 50 - Apple Vision

    How excited are you to further integrate your life with apple products? Are you ready to experience zoom meetings without a screen? Can you complete tasks in a two hour window? To find out what all this means join us for another round of SROE-IRL. ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into…

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  31. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 49 - Seoupla Rings

    Do you also have a tragic backstory about betrayal? Was your entire clan wiped out by a rival? Did someone kill your Master?! Well then you might b a good fit for the Seoupla Rings! Just gotta survive the blood initiation ~We also have an actual play podcast! Tune into our weekly adventures in...

  32. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 48 - They Suck

    They have been around since people have been afraid of the dark. They have had their time in our pop culture. In the 6th world they are more than myth...They are drinking your blood! That is right chummers we are talking vampires and no they don't sparkle in the sun. ~We also have an actual play...

  33. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 47 - Welcome To Bellevue

    Greetings chummer! Have you ever wondered how the rich and famous live in the metroplex? Well we answer those questions and more as we continue our tour of Seattle! Welcome to Bellevue where Seattle elites commit just as much crime as their neighbors in the Barrens. ~We also have an actual play...

  34. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 46 - Black Lodge

    Boy I sure do hope you like your conspiracy theories because this one is deeeeeep. DO you think a secret council controls things from the shadows? Do you believe in the Illuminati? Is humanity being conditioned or a greater purpose? Would you like the Elven nations to vanish? If you answered yes…

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  35. Shadowrunnin' On Empty - A Shadowrun Lore Podcast: Episode 45 - Welcome To Puyallup

    Hey chummer here we go on to another district of the Metroplex. Get your re-breathers ready, gas up your dune buggy, and make sure you are paid up to your bookie because we are going to Puyallup. That's right its not just ash waste and cooling lava flows there are plenty of sights like the Crime...

  36. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 44 - Welcome To Downtown

    Hey Chummers here we are looking at another district of the 6th world Metroplex. Are you ready for the vivid night life? Maybe you need a hot place to eat, or maybe you just want to see one of the explosive moments at the governors office. Come on over to downtown where it all happens!…

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  37. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 43 - The Line

    Welcome all to a new installment here on SROE. We are diving into a real world vanity project that has some connections to a very well known location in the Seattle skyline. Join us as we talk sandstorms, lazy rivers, squeegee people, and more! ~Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month…

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  38. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 42 - Welcome To Redmond

    Hoi chummer and welcome to the Barrens. While visiting this wonderful district be sure to keep your credstick close and your pistol out. This district has everything....Poverty....Slums....Gangs...Daily muggings....even a radioactive town! -Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  39. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 41 - Russia with SIN

    Hello comrade I hope that you have your papers in order and, make sure to check in with your local commissar. Today we are taking a tour of the Mother Land! Remember not to feed the shapeshifters. Welcome to Russia in the 6th world...Na Zdorovie! Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month…

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  40. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 40 - Universal Brotherhood and You

    Having trouble with the day in and day out march of life? Do you feel like you are aren't in control? Come let us help you unlock your inner abilities! Join the Universal Brotherhood we are building a better tomorrow. Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  41. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 39 - UnderDaSea

    Under the sea..... Under the sea...down where its wetter...something something the corps experiment. Look I don't know Disney songs but I do know 6th world aquacologies. Come join us under the waves of the 6th world. Do you all hear that? Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  42. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 38 - AIs and Nulls and Dox Oh My!

    Today we will be taking a look into the Foundation and what can...@&%M#? Hello we have been trying to reach you about your cyber decks extended warranty..... Enter now for your chance to win BIG!!!! *Rebooting* Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  43. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 37 - Couch Potato

    Well chummer you have over 1000 channels and options to choose from for your viewing pleasure! Just remember that its all corporately controlled so don't touch that dial. Now lets see what the networks are bringing to you. Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  44. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 36 - Land Down Under

    Good'day mates! Get ready to Dodge Dangerous Drop bears, Dive Down Deep waters, and Duck Down Dunes wile Didgeridooing. That's right it's time to take a walk about and talk 6th world Australia. Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on https://patreon.com/critical_hits gets you a...

  45. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 35 - Elder Things

    Welcome the the darker side of the shadows. Here we talk about some things that do bump in the night. There is even talk of the much feared portal toilet. Come join us on this dark peek just don't speak any names out loud! Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  46. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 34 - Frozen... Not The Disney One

    Let it snow...Let it snow....Wack ahem. Sorry had to handle that Ice mage real quick. Now join us on our trip to the frozen continent Antarctica! Where magic is weird and the snow is alive. What could be under all that Ice? Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on...

  47. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 33 - Getting Paid

    As a shadowrunner how do you get paid for the work you do? The usual answer Nuyen. Come learn of the different ways runners get paid, stay for the new NPCs we happen to create.....paging Dr. Toilet? Interested in supporting us? Five Nuyen a month over on https://patreon.com/critical_hits gets you…

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  48. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 32- Shadowrun Media Special

    Stay a while and listen as we go over our top five media influences for cyberpunk. We are joined by special guest Ben from Pink Fohawk! The tangents are of course off point! Special Guest, Ben from the Pink Fohawk Podcast! You can find Pink Fohawk on major podcasting platforms, or follow this…

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  49. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 31 - Zombies Ate My Neighbors

    This episode we revisit one of the dangerous spirits that were first mentioned back when talking about magic. That is right we are talking about Shedim, where did they come from, where do they go, where do they hide out....shedim..eye...uhhh..Well just give this a listen to see what a threat they...

  50. Shadowrunnin' On Empty: Episode 30 - Tiny Robots

    Welcome... TO THE WORLD OF TOMORROW! Nanotech changed the face of the 6th World, for better or for worse. On one hand we got a giant leap in medical advancements, on the other hand we also got rogue AI taking over people's brains. Join us as we dive into the wonderful and horrible of…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Sixth World chummers! Shadowrunnin' On Empty is a lore podcast where a seasoned GM (That's me, SoEasyMode) takes a couple of green runners (CaptCozy & AustinCSY) and introduces them all the fun, entertaining and horrible that exists in the Shadowrun Universe. Our runners have exactly ONE experience playing Shadowrun, and are totally in the dark on some of the finer parts of the lore, but we aim to fix that! Join us as I take them on a journey through the sixth world. Hop in, buckle up, and hang on. It's gonna be a wild ride.

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