The Infernal Schoolhouse

Dive into "The Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast" this week as hosts Bryan and Aaron engage with Baron de Ropp from Dungeon Masterpiece to unravel the mysteries of the Old School Renaissance (OSR) in tabletop RPGs. This episode offers a fresh introduction to OSR, shedding light on its fundamental concepts and how they differ from modern gaming styles. Baron de Ropp provides invaluable tips for game masters on incorporating OSR elements into their campaigns and introduces some standout OSR stand-alone games. Perfect for both seasoned and new game masters, this discussion is a gateway to understanding and utilizing the unique aspects of the OSR in your gaming sessions.

Additionally, here are Baron's great videos on better Hex Crawling and Dungeon Crawling.

On this week's episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, hosts Bryan and Aaron engage in a fascinating discussion with Derrick and Brian from the Hero Journey Club. They delve into the unique intersection of mental wellness and gaming, exploring how their innovative program unites individuals in a group counseling environment through multiplayer video games, specifically designed to foster mental health support.

On this week's episode of the podcast, Bryan and Aaron speak with CJ Kremp of Night Owl Games on what it is like to run a game store, trends that he is seeing within the industry, and recommendations for those that might be looking to pick up a new game or two.  

Additionally, our listeners can enjoy $5 off of purchases in-store and online for any last minute holiday shopping with Night Owl Games by using promo code INFERNALNOG until 1/31/24.  

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron speak with two-time Olympic Figure Skater, Jeremy Abbott, about performing under pressure.  Whether you are a pressured game master, a player, or want to listen in on Jeremy's own experiences as a world-class athlete there is something here for everyone.  

On this week's episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron speak with one of our favorite returning guests of the show: Emme Watkins aka "Emme the Odd" about how the TTRPG landscape has been forever changed by COVID and how we have been inextricably brought together through adversity and the rolling of dice.  

In this episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron discuss the 1985 cult classic "The Last Dragon" and how you can turn its story beats into an effective One Shot for your players with your own content laid over it.  Are you the Master?  Sho'nuff.   

On this week's episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron and joined by the incomparable Bardcore musician, Hildegard Von Blingin', to discuss the genre and her wonderful contributions to the musical community.  Hildegard and her music can be found on her YouTube channel, Instagram, and Patreon.   

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron, speak with YouTuber Lyla Mev the Mini Witch about painting miniatures and how to get better with your own processes. 

*Disclaimer* - This episode does have more spicy language than normal

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, hosts Bryan and Aaron welcome Chelsey the Selkie, a game master who seamlessly integrates her lovely watercolor art into her storytelling. Chelsey shares her unique approach, revealing how her artwork enhances the immersive quality of tabletop role-playing games for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike.  Chelsey can be found on Twitch where she streams regularly, at her Etsy store, and on Instagram.   

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, hosts Bryan and Aaron talk about different ways that you can incorporate horror elements into your own tabletop roleplaying games and even give a brief live playthrough to provide an example of how it all works when put together.