Go Bag

Go Bag

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Go Bag episodes

  • TSR's Top Secret - Deep Dive 1

    Time to get into the mechanics of TSR’s 1980 espionage game, Top Secret in our first of two deep-dive episodes.

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    Mod Con https://www.facebook.com/groups/1392601365327192

    Terminology - Spy Museum https://www.spymuseum.org/education-programs/spy-resources/language-of-espionage

    Encrypted Comms

    Chad Glamann

    HOOS

    Larry

    Kristen

    Saltheart

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    Sean – https://youtube.com/@rpgsean

    Harrigan – https://harriganshearth.substack.com

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    It helps keep the lights on (and the dice rolling).

    1 hr 10 min
  • TSR's Top Secret - Overview

    Before all the other espionage rpgs, this was the first and one of a kind. Released in 1980, published by TSR, Harrigan and Sean do a high-level overview of this classic game.

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    Death in Berlin - https://criticalkit.us/products/death-in-berlin-solo-rpg-rulebook-physical-copy

    Delta Green Shotgun Generator - https://chartopia.d12dev.com/chart/59676/

    Modus Operandi - https://www.modus-operandi.co.uk/

    Encrypted Comms

    Call: 929.BIG.DICE

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    It helps keep the lights on (and the dice rolling).

    1 hr 9 min
  • Non-Mechanical Elements in Espionage Games

    Previously we went over game mechanics that would be good to see in espionage rpgs. In this one we talk about elements that go into an espionage game that enhances the flavor.

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    LinksPSI Run https://lumpley.itch.io/psirun

    Operator’s Loadout: https://cheatsheets.davidveksler.com/operator-loadouts.html

    Delta Green Handler’s Screen: https://shop.arcdream.com/collections/role-playing-games/products/delta-green-handlers-screen-2025-copy

    CORK BORG: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/allrolledup/cork-bord-a-nordic-noir-investigative-role-playing-game/description

    James Bond Video Game: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/007-first-light-14-new-things-we-just-learned-about-the-james-bond-game/2900-6978/#1

    First Casualty (book): https://amzn.to/3JUiWQi

    The Rest is Classified: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-rest-is-classified/id1780384916

    Encrypted Comms

    Andy Hall

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    It helps keep the lights on (and the dice rolling).

    1 hr 7 min
  • Mechanics Specific To Espionage TTRPGs

    Wherein we chat about what makes espionage RPGs different from other RPGs, what key features really help emulate the genre — chase rules, reputation rules, HTH combat that includes subdual and assassination, etc.

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    Numb3r Station: https://albi13.itch.io/numb3r-stations

    Procedural rpg: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/occupiedhex/procedural

    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gobagpod.com

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    Sean – https://youtube.com/@rpgsean

    Harrigan – https://harriganshearth.substack.com

    Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you buy through them—at no extra cost to you.

    It helps keep the lights on (and the dice rolling).

    1 hr 14 min
  • Pilot

    Every mission starts with a briefing. In our pilot episode, Sean and Harrigan talk about who we are, how Go Bag came together, and what we’re aiming to do with the podcast. We walk through the segments you’ll hear in every episode, the kind of games and topics we’ll cover, and how you can jump in as part of the community. Consider this your official invitation to grab your gear and join the team.

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    Sean – https://youtube.com/@rpgsean

    Harrigan – https://harriganshearth.substack.com

    Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you buy through them—at no extra cost to you.

    It helps keep the lights on (and the dice rolling).

    52 min
  • TRAILER

    Coming September 17, 2025

    Show Trailer

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    Sean – https://youtube.com/@rpgsean

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    Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you buy through them—at no extra cost to you.

    It helps keep the lights on (and the dice rolling).

    2 min

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Go Bag is about modern-day tabletop RPGs packed with bullets, backstories, and bad decisions. From tactical espionage to over-the-top action, we dive into games that have an element of tradecraft like…