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01:00:43

Nerdcognito - Episode 193: Fill-In-The-Blank ”Core”...

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2023/10/03

Wanna hop on the latest effortless TTRPG trend? Make a "-CORE!" That's right, the guys muse and mock this odd trend in non-roleplaying. The news strikes with a venomous bite this week, starting with the latest Leyline Press mental illness hug, Horse Girl and ending with Masters of the Universe, the movie. After the news, we invite William Dalebout of Crud Forge fka Incel Riot Studios in to talk about the rampant woke cancel culture in the tabletop board game

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01:02:14

Nerdcognito - Episode 192: Premium Undead Selections;...

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2023/09/26

Braaaaaiiinsss... There is more to undead than skeletons and zombies (although there isn't anything wrong with the former)! The guys pick their cold, dead favorites and talk about the subset of monsters. The news comes and goes, predictably with the highs and lows we have come to love. Wrapping up the show is RD's newest conspiracy theory about Wizards of the Coast and their practices... and his track record with WotC "theories" becoming reality is stunning. ----more---- ----more---- The

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01:00:42

Nerdcognito - Episode 191: Safety Tools Dance, New v....

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2023/09/19

Despite our best efforts to avoid it, since it seemingly refuses to die and WotC is now promoting the tripe officially, the gang talks Safety Tools and identifies which tool, if forced to use one, each would implement. The news is upbeat and SparkleTroll-free for a change! Lastly, the boys talk about how a green player effects a table and a DM as compared to a grizzled old D&D vet. Plus, "Ryan's Torture Toolbox," coming soon? Nah. ----more---- ----more---- The News: TTRPGs & Cardboard

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59:12

Nerdcognito - Episode 190: Swarms! Hordes! RD...

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2023/09/12

The trio are reunited and they form up to take on swarms and hordes as monsters in TTRPGs! Why is the swarm not loved? How is a horde of 100s of somethings not used more often at the table? The news then makes RD almost stroke out. Seriously. After as he recovers, the guys help Ryan diagnose his gaming drought and make sure that it is not "burnout" akin to everyone's favorite SparkleTroll TiddyStreamer, Ginny Di. ----more---- ----more---- The News: Autistic folks rejoice! WotC has now

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01:19:40

Nerdcognito - Episode 189: Cliques in the TTRPG...

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2023/09/05

RD and Kyle start off this marathon show with a discussion of all the subgroups that comprise the TTRPG hobby. Spanning from SparkleTrolls to F̶a̶u̶x̶s̶ Tinkerers to BrOSRs and the OSR, clear definitions of play and philosophy are outlined. The news is a big week, which is followed by a bigger list of the alleged Top 10 Essential Tips for a DM. Of course, some of these tips will derail your game, but hey -- if you only play six sessions you won't notice! ----more---- ----more---- The

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01:19:29

Nerdcognito - Episode 188: Everybody’s Back!;...

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2023/08/29

It's a BIG one -- making up for our vacay show last week. Everyone is back, Randy Nichols sits in, and we catch up on the scene! Lots of news happens since we were off for a week, which wasn't so bad in the grand scheme of things. After the news, everyone talks about how our unique real-world travel and experiences bleed into our TTRPG worldbuilding. Lots of fun and worth the wait! Be prepared, we go long this week! ----more---- ----more---- The News: Fallout the TV show Dungeons and

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40:28

Nerdcognito - Episode 187: Death of a FLGS; Not the...

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2023/08/22

This week, we revisit a classic segment that talks about a very serious topic... the unfortunate demise of the Friendly Local Gaming Store. The FLGS has long been a cornerstone of the hobby, but they are fading into the ether. After that classic segment, we rundown and skewer a "list." This week: the alleged top 10 slasher flicks of the 1980s. Not too shabby a show for being on vacation! ----more---- ----more---- The News: None this week! Vacation week! ----more---- Episode Sponsors and

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59:58

Nerdcognito - Episode 186: TTRPG How-to with a New...

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2023/08/15

You have a new table of players, how do YOU handle starting from scratch with all new personalities? The boys discuss this scenario, which of course spirals to include talk of safety tools, session zero, and other modern insanity. Then, the news never ends as the gang goes deep into a couple of stories, ending with RD wanting to love "Lovecraftesque," but uncertain about fully buying in because of open activism on behalf of the creators. ----more---- ----more---- The News: Play an

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01:00:13

Nerdcognito - Episode 185: Rule Zero, Encumbrance,...

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2023/08/08

Everyone seems to be having a moment about Rule Zero. The fauxs and the bros are using it for posturing, but how does it really impact our gang? Find out where each opinion falls on the subject. This spirals into an encumbrance debate before the news. After the week's word, David Silver of Silver Games stops in to (and you are not reading this incorrectly) talk the guys into playing "Ponyfinder." Neigh! ----more---- Check out Ponyfinder:

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01:01:35

Nerdcognito - Episode 184: Player Death in TTRPGs;...

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2023/08/01

Somewhere, a SparkleTroll is crying over the character that died four weeks ago at the table. Hear the gang's thoughts on PC death in #TTRPGs. The guys defend the #OSR philosophy on death and talk about how it needs to be handled. The news includes some laughs at some new stuff and a trip to Japan. After the news, the guys wax regarding if they had the power to revive a long-cancelled television show -- which show would each pick? ----more---- ----more---- The News: Baldur's Gate 3 Gets

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Nerdcognito - Episode 183: TTRPG Dungeon Creation...

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2023/07/25

Things return to normal for the gang as Kyle rebounds from his stint without power in time to talk about D&D and TTRPG Dungeon Crafting. As usual, the boys get sidetracked and throw in a little "DM Screen?" talk before the news. After this week's noteworthy morsels, the conversation turns to app-based board games and if they are a boon or bane to the scene. A fun week of nerdy talk! ----more---- ----more---- The News: "Mr. Boddy's Body, It's Gone!" Please don't make a VtM film Sometimes

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01:06:32

Nerdcognito - Episode 182: Diversity & Dragons Guest...

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2023/07/18

Mother Nature has sidelined Kyle, so our friend and YouTube sensation Diversity & Dragons sits in as co-host! Appropriately, the gang discusses the big news of Ryan being named the third host of Inappropriate Characters; he gets DD's blessing and words of wisdom. The news brings an impromptu discussion of the solo gaming trend. Lastly, the gang wraps up by talking about their own flavor profiles in board gaming. ----more---- ----more---- The News: New Solo Horror TTRPG Racist Coyote &

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58:44

Nerdcognito - Episode 181: Baldur’s Gate 3 Bearing...

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2023/07/11

He's a druid, not a bar-bear-ian! We do more than the bare minimum as we paws to reflect on the news that barely influenced us to buy a game! At least it doesn't last fur-ever, because we have some news to peruse. After the news designer Richard Davis swings by to talk about Explorer's Guild's new Kickstarter, The Kobold Cookbook! Can you bear the excitement?!? (sorry) ----more---- The Kobold Cookbook Kickstarter:

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01:01:59

Nerdcognito - Episode 180: OSR Drama Begone! & Our...

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2023/07/04

We need a break from the bad juju that was and a return to normalcy! We do talk about the how last week put is into "reset" mode before loading up with laughs and the news. After the news, the guys each tell the tale about how they were introduced to the hobby, and what they love about it! This week is 100% drama free -- let the others continue the spin, we're back to the gal that brought us to the dance: our love of all things nerdy! ----more---- The News: The Flash: A flash in the pan Henry

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01:18:31

Nerdcognito - Episode 179: The RPGPundit Talks About...

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2023/06/26

This week, we welcome The RPGPundit to the show -- for the full hour, plus some! Pundit discusses the OSR, from it's history and philosophy to its current representation and how growth and an influx of personalities has affected its identity. Also, the anti-OSR movement, the BrOSR are examined, including where, when, and why this counterculture came to be. Political trappings of a philosophical "leader" of the anti-OSR group are also scrutinized. Pundit explains the danger embracing this

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36:36

NanoNerdcognito: Overtime w/ Randy from BG and Video...

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2023/06/24

Randy from Biggus Geekus dropped in and the conversation went long -- so we HAD to release a Nano episode to fit it all in! The chatter continues as RD, Kyle, Bert, and Randy talk about some video game themed cash grabs, er, cookbooks... that Bert stumbled upon! What cuisines do YOU think the boys are partial to? ----more---- Wretched Époque 2nd Edition is out! Support the Red Room! ----more---- ----more---- Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: The Red Room: https://moordereht.com/ Register for

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01:09:37

Nerdcognito - Episode 178: Randy from Biggus Geekus...

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2023/06/20

Friend of the show Randy from Biggus Geekus sits in for the whole show, and the guys just shoot the breeze. Everything from the current schism in our end of the hobby to milkshakes occupy the discussion. Plus, evil, nasty talk, about the existence of "differences of opinion" and filthy 13th Age "story gamers" like Randy are among the banter. We still like Randy, and he still likes us. Go figure. The show went long, so stay tuned for a follow-up Nano to be released this

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01:03:07

Nerdcognito - Episode 177: ZERO Apologies; TWO...

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2023/06/13

Another week of nerdy chatter begins with RD apologizing for rattling cages... not! The guys clarify and reinforce their thoughts on the users and abusers "in the OSR" before digging into a review of the Dead by Daylight board game. The news featuring Critical Role Zelda (!?!) is cut short as the boys would rather talk about obscure horror flicks and then run through Red Oaks Gaming's Spirals RPG offering, "Creepy Creature Double Feature." ----more---- Buy CCDF:

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01:00:01

Nerdcognito - Episode 176: Welcoming our New Co-Host...

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2023/06/06

Ryan and Bert kick off the show with a heartfelt welcome to Kyle (you know him as @DyingBreedTT), our new co-host on Nerdcognito! The trio then play the "let's make a new character" game, with a twist. Then the guys dive deep into the tumultuous state of the OSR, specifically talking about infighting and angst from a growing segment of creators and influencers that are prostituting the hobby for clicks and cash. Lastly, the news wraps the show and our review is bumped to next week. Hint:

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59:34

Nerdcognito - Episode 175: Where Do You Like Your...

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2023/05/30

The dudes open by discussing where they like it stacked -- in the front or 'round the back? Dirty mind! We're talking about TTRPG Character "wow" skills. After some interesting and tasty news, the guys split the final segment. First is their take on Rotten Tomatoes "John Carpenter" film rankings. Last up is their look at the military in nerdy pop culture. Can you guess which squad with which Bert and RD would join up? ----more---- The News: The "secret" to a great sandwich DQ retires a

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