The Infernal Schoolhouse

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron talk with our special guest star David Flavin about his experiences with roleplaying and tips for those looking to hone their craft or just get started.  

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron discuss common toxic player behaviors within the world of TTRPGs.  Additionally, they provide a roadmap on how to best redirect some of those behaviors as a gamemaster or even finding ways to correct yourself as a player.  

This week on the Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, Bryan and Aaron discuss the Satanic Panic of the early 1980's and its lasting impacts today on the perceptions of Dungeons and Dragons as well as mental health.  They are joined in this discussion by special guest star Emme Watkins, aka Emme the Odd, of the D&D streaming group "The Adventurer's Pack" and who you can also find streaming on Twitch at EmmeTheOdd.

In this episode, Bryan and Aaron discuss Monster of the Week: a creepy, rules-light role playing game that goes heavy on camp and suspense. What do you need to know to play (or run) this game? Tune in and find out!

On this week's episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse podcast, Bryan and Aaron discuss getting non-gamers into gaming and talk with our special guest star, Melissa, a previous non-gamer herself.  Melissa shares her transformative journey into the world of gaming, offering valuable insights and tips for listeners who want to bridge the gap between non-gamers and the captivating realm of tabletop role-playing games. 

On this week's episode of the The Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast, we discuss the choices of playing towards or against type when selecting a character archetype, challenging conventional notions and pushing the boundaries of role-playing possibilities. Our hosts, Bryan and Aaron, share personal anecdotes about their own experiences as players and what they would suggest for both new and veteran adventurers alike.  

Join us in this thought-provoking episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse podcast as we delve into the captivating world of tabletop role-playing games (RPGs) and shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked challenges faced by Dungeon Masters. In this discussion, we tackle the mental health and time-related obstacles that Dungeon Masters encounter while trying to build an environment of fun and engage in a compelling conversation with our esteemed guest, Toby, a fellow Dungeon Master.

This week in the Infernal Schoolhouse, we go from films to toys to artwork, as we explore the influences that led us to the world of roleplaying games and still keep us engaged today.  

On this week's episode of the Infernal Schoolhouse, we take a snorkel outing, rather than a deep dive, into the three pillars of Dungeons and Dragons: Combat, Roleplay and Exploration.

Join hosts Bryan and Aaron as they kick off "The Infernal Schoolhouse Podcast," a thrilling journey into tabletop roleplaying, retro gaming, cultural impacts, and history. Get to know your hosts and discover what awaits in future episodes as they delve deeper into the immersive worlds of gaming, exploring narratives, mechanics, and endless possibilities. From the gaming table to society at large, uncover the influence and historical significance of tabletop roleplaying and retro gaming. Prepare for an adventure like no other as Bryan and Aaron take you on a captivating exploration of the Infernal Schoolhouse. Tune in and let your imagination soar!