Almost Bedtime Theater

By Dan, Rachael, and Finn

A podcast by a dad, daughter, and her cousin, providing family-friendly actual plays of role-playing games, plus advice and game reviews.

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The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.

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June 22, 2026Exquisite Biome: Review, Actual Play (Ep 22)
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A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
In this episode, we review and play the tabletop roleplaying game Exquisite Biome.
04:40 - Actual play
Exquisite Biome was written by Caro Aserscion with illustrations by Si F. Sweetman. It is available through itch.io and Plus One EXP.
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic. Their piece “Melodies of the Past” was used in this episode.
The following tracks were also used and are by Michael Ghelfi Studios https://michaelghelfistudios.com/
Mysterious Jungle (RPG Ambiences Vol 1)
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Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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February 17, 2024Precious Things: Review, Actual Play (Ep 21)
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A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
In this episode, we review and play the RPG Precious Things.
06:57 - Actual play
Precious Things was written by Lucas Zellers, with layout and illustrations by Emily Entner. It is available through Itch.io.
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic. Their piece “Busy Tavern” was used in this episode.
The following tracks were also used and are by Michael Ghelfi Studios https://michaelghelfistudios.com/
Cleric (Short Themes Collection Vol 1)
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Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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49min
January 01, 2024Sprinkles is Missing! Review, Actual Play (Ep 20)
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In this episode, we review and play the RPG Sprinkles is Missing!
05:19– Actual play
Sprinkles is Missing! was created by M. Allen Hall. You can purchase the game at the sites below and a variety of other online shops. You can find the creator on Instagram and Threads as @m_allen_hall.
Itch.io
DriveThruRPG
MAllenHall.com
Indie Press Revolution
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:
Stories RPG - a family-friendly RPG actual play podcast

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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44min
May 16, 2023Dragon Dowser: Review, Actual Play (Ep 19)
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In this episode, we review and play the RPG Dragon Dowser.
04:51 – Actual play
Dragon Dowser was created by Hatchlings Games. You can purchase the game through itch.io and they will be launching a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter: Dragon Dowser by Hatchlings — Kickstarter
You can also reach them via @HatchlingDM on Twitter.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
Instagram: @Almost_Bedtime_Theater
Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:
TTRPGkids.com review of The Librarian’s Apprentice, an all-ages solo journaling game
TTRPGkids.com
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
We also used music by Filip Melvan of Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi.
Music
Lights of Ulhannar
Broken Lutes and Rusty Daggers
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December 19, 2022The Fae Team: Review, Actual Play (Ep 18)
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A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
In this episode, we discuss and play The Fae Team, which was created by one of the co-hosts of this show: Dan Bronson-Lowe.
04:05 – Actual play
You can find more information and purchase the game at itch.io:
Itch.io
The Fae Team is a hack of Lasers and Feelings, an RPG by John Harper (John Harper - itch.io).

You can find us on Twitter as @almostbedtime or email us at [email protected].

Our intro and outro themes are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic. This episode also features his piece “March Through Wildwood.”

We also used “Asian Feywild (Enchanged, No River)” by Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi.

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October 31, 2022Skellian: Adventure Review, Actual Play (Ep 17)
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In this episode, we review and play the adventure “Skellian: A Land of Tricks and Treats.”
00:16 – Intro
00:40 – Adventure review
05:04 – Actual play
Skellian is the work of Stephanie Campbell of TTRPGkids.com. You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io. You can also find Stephanie on Twitter as @TTRPGkids.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:
Glyfi Scouts, available at itch.io
Sodalitas, available at itch.io
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
We also used ambient soundtracks and music by Michael Ghelf Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi.
Ambient Soundtracks
Ship Interior
Haunted Mansion Livingroom (Quiet fire)
Haunted Forest
Open and Close Evil Book SFX
Music
Ruins of Calcheron
Broken Lutes and Rusty Daggers
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Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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March 27, 2022Banda's Grove: Review, Actual Play (Ep 16)
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In this episode, we review and play the game “Banda’s Grove.”
00:10 – Intro and announcements
01:11 – Game review
08:28 – Actual play
Banda’s Grove is the work of Pandion Games. You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io. You can also find the creators on Twitter as @PandionGames.
We are running a contest for a free printed copy and electronic copy Stacks of Goblins by CobblePath Games. To be entered in the drawing, email or tweet us with a question, comment, or suggestion before March 31, 2022.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
This episode incorporates the following additional pieces by McRoMusic:
The Apples of Hesperides
Discovery of a Lifetime
We also used ambient soundtracks and music by Michael Ghelfi, and music by Filip Melvan of Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA and on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi.
Ambient Soundtracks
Campfire in Woods
Frozen Tundra
Music
Hidden Gem (Michael Ghelfi)
The Festival of Life (Filip Melvan)
How to reach us:
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Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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38min
February 26, 2022Stacks of Goblins: Review, Actual Play (Ep 15)
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*** A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. ***

In this episode, we review and play Stacks of Goblins.
00:10 – Intro and announcements
01:10 – Game review
06:44 – Actual play session (character building)
12:23 – Actual play session (the adventure)
Stacks of Goblins was created by Jack Milton and edited by Steph Williamson, of CobblePath Games. You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io. You can also find the creators on Twitter as @CobblePath.
We are running a contest for a free electronic copy of Stacks of Goblins. To be entered in the drawing, email or tweet us with a question, comment, or suggestion before March 31, 2022.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
This episode also incorporates the following pieces by McRoMusic:
Tavern Loop
Town Loop
Fey Wyrm’s Hollow
March Through Wildwood
On Til Morning
Shooting Stars
The following ambient soundtracks were also used. They were created by Michael Ghelfi, who can be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA
Cove
Crowded Tavern
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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52min
January 24, 2022Adorablins: Review, Actual Play (Ep 14)
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*** A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. ***

In this episode, we review and play the game “Adorablins.”
00:12 – Game review
07:15 – Actual play session
Adorablins was created by Kristin and Tim Devine of Dice Up Games. You can find more information at DiceUpGames.com or by visiting their Kickstarter (open through February 3, 2022).
TTRPGkids.com also has an in-depth review of the game and an interview with the creators.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic. He can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
This episode also incorporates the following additional pieces by McRoMusic:
The Path Forward
Shooting Stars
The Wilds
Story and Legend
Winter and Summer
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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40min
December 20, 2021Adventures of Alathea #4 - D&D Actual Play (Ep 13)
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In this episode, we continue an actual play session of Dungeons & Dragons 5e that Dan ran for Rachael when she was eight. Along the way, we discover:
Kail getting excited,
The Machine,
A rather nice igloo,
The source of the storm, and
A dragon tattoo.
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
This episode features music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi, including:
Ice Temple [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 3]
Frozen Tundra [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
Storm Giants Fortress [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
Of Fire and Steam [Steam Powered Orchestra]
Professor Edgar Winkle’s Invention [Steam Powered Orchestra]
These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA
How to reach us:
Email: [email protected]
Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater
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33min

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