Welcome to Audio EXP episode 334. This week, we examine a fascinating workplace shift as Mongoose Publishing challenges remote-work standards by requiring video marketing presence in its job postings. We also examine Kickstarter backtracking on its mature content rules after intense creator backlash, Modiphius handing Achtung! Cthulhu over to community creators, and Atomic Ninja Studios suddenly shutting its doors. Plus, we celebrate James Wallis partnering with 9th Level Games, highlight the massive 73-million-vote winners from the Crunchyroll Anime Awards including My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON and Gachiakuta, and share our pre-expo plan for Bronwen to fight off the podcast technical gremlins next week.s.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/236151/audio-exp-334-mongooses-swindon-mandate-modiphius-line-closures-and-crunchyrolls-big-winners/

In Audio EXP episode 333, Girdy tackles a week of massive structural shifts. From Kickstarter tightening boundaries on adult content to the reality of renting your favourite dungeons rather than owning them, the tabletop landscape is changing. We also talk about an exclusive Ghost in the Shell interview, gorgeous new Ravenloft dice components, and the latest solo investigative bundles.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/235192/audio-exp-333-the-dd-lease-spicy-rpg-bans-and-cyber-shells/

Welcome to Audio EXP episode 332. This week, we examine the final digital consolidation of Wizards of the Coast as they transition to an official virtual tabletop platform. We also celebrate the return of Elric of Melniboné with two major licence announcements and look back at how roleplaying games built the original Star Wars lore. Plus, we cover the staggering success of Neon Odyssey and the sombre news regarding Zweihander litigation.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/234433/audio-exp-332-zweihander-litigation-neon-odyssey-success-and-rick-grimes-boots/

Welcome to Audio EXP episode 331. As we move into May, Girdy tackles a strange revelation from the tech world, uncovering OpenAI's secret instructions to keep roleplaying game monsters out of its coding models. The episode also explores massive physical releases, including a towering animatronic xenomorph and the triumphant return of the classic urban horror setting Nightbane. Listeners can also catch up on the latest publisher spotlight and celebrate Traveller Day with stellar digital deals.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/233830/audio-exp-331-openais-goblin-fear-nightbane-returns-and-cosy-roleplaying-games/

As April draws to a close, Girdy tackles a deeply frustrating week for the events sector, marked by the sudden shutdown of WizardCon 2 and the cancellation of the 2026 London Film and Comic Con due to soaring international flight costs. The tabletop industry brings more positive news, with Free League celebrating the tenth anniversary of their acclaimed dark fantasy roleplaying game Symbaroum, alongside a deep dive into how BackerKit is challenging traditional crowdfunding norms. We also look at the leaked Coyote vs Acme trailer and highlight vital medical fundraisers for two beloved industry figures.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/233302/audio-exp-330-convention-cancellations-symbaroums-return-and-coyote-vs-acme/

Welcome to Audio EXP episode 329. After a brief hiatus for the Conpulsion gaming convention in Scotland, Girdy is back to unpack a massive fortnight of tabletop news. This week covers everything from academic studies on the murderhobo phenomenon to strict new independent market rules at the UK Games Expo. We also dive into the complicated legacy of Gary Gygax, the legal questions surrounding official Dungeons and Dragons actual plays, and an absolute avalanche of digital bundles.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/232720/audio-exp-podcast-329-conpulsion-catch-up-paizo-veterans-debut-13-omens-and-the-gygax-legacy/

In Audio EXP episode 328, Girdy unpacks the chaotic aftermath of April Fools' Day before diving into massive industry shifts. This week covers the monumental announcement of a 5e conversion for the classic science fiction roleplaying game Traveller and discusses Free League expanding its open licenses. Listeners will also get the latest updates on retail closures, an incredible Powered by the Apocalypse bundle, and the new publisher spotlight winner.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/230854/audio-exp-328-traveller-5e-april-fools-fallout-and-the-magpie-games-megabundle/

Girdy unpacks the confirmation of Warhammer 40000 eleventh edition, the GlobalComix artificial intelligence pivot, and The Division roleplaying game.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/230115/audio-exp-327-acidic-oceans-anime-lineups-and-a-globalcomix-artificial-intelligence-pivot/

Imagine a tabletop horror game where you are forced to censor your own violence to match a 1950s sitcom aesthetic. We explore the terrifying mechanics of Serenity Springs, celebrate the revival of The Trigan Empire and discuss the return of Hunters Entertainment.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/228587/audio-exp-326-children-of-time-roleplaying-trading-card-dark-arts-and-an-8000-dollar-vampire-event/

Girdy unpacks the sudden collapse of the Neopets tabletop roleplaying game and the launch of card-based kaiju battles in Godzilla. Plus, Napoleonic dragons in Temeraire, PocketQuest 2026, and new research into the psychological benefits of our hobby.

About Audio EXP

Audio EXP is Geek Native's podcast. Each week, there's some favourite or exciting geeky news, conventions, interviews, and thought pieces. The average length of the podcast is around 10 minutes.

You will find a transcript of this week's podcast and links to the stories mentioned here: https://www.geeknative.com/227894/audio-exp-325-the-neopets-rpg-collapse-napoleonic-dragons-and-card-based-kaiju/