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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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United States

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

Language:

English


Episodes
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Precious Things: Review, Actual Play (Ep 21)

2/17/2024
A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. In this episode, we review and play the RPG Precious Things. 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/ How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:48:46

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Sprinkles is Missing! Review, Actual Play (Ep 20)

1/1/2024
A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. In this episode, we review and play the RPG Sprinkles is Missing! 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.ioDriveThruRPGMAllenHall.comIndie Press RevolutionHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheaterOther TTRPG content referenced in this episode include: Stories RPG Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic. How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:43:55

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Dragon Dowser: Review, Actual Play (Ep 19)

5/15/2023
A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. In this episode, we review and play the RPG Dragon Dowser. 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: Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include: TTRPGkids.comOur 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 How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:22:13

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The Fae Team: Review, Actual Play (Ep 18)

12/19/2022
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. You can find more information and purchase the game at itch.io: Itch.ioThe 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 almostbedtimetheater@gmail.com. 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. ------------------------------------- How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:45:14

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Skellian: Adventure Review, Actual Play (Ep 17)

10/31/2022
A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. In this episode, we review and play the adventure “Skellian: A Land of Tricks and Treats.” 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: Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include: itch.ioitch.ioOur 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 Music How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:59:18

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Banda's Grove: Review, Actual Play (Ep 16)

3/27/2022
A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. In this episode, we review and play the game “Banda’s Grove.” 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: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com 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: 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 Music How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:37:05

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Stacks of Goblins: Review, Actual Play (Ep 15)

2/25/2022
*** A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. *** In this episode, we review and play Stacks of Goblins. 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: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com 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: 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 How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:51:56

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Adorablins: Review, Actual Play (Ep 14)

1/23/2022
*** A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. *** In this episode, we review and play the game “Adorablins.” 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: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.comOur 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: How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:39:12

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Adventures of Alathea #4 - D&D Actual Play (Ep 13)

12/20/2021
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: How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com This episode features music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi, including: These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:32:21

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Adventures of Alathea #3 - D&D Actual Play (Ep 12)

9/13/2021
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: How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com This episode features music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi, including: These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:33:16

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Adventures of Alathea #2 - D&D Actual Play (Ep 11)

8/30/2021
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: How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com This episode features music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi, including: These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:25:37

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Adventures of Alathea #1 - D&D Actual Play (Ep 10)

8/16/2021
In this episode, we share an actual play session of Dungeons & Dragons 5e that Dan ran for Rachael when she was eight. Along the way, we discover: How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com This episode incorporates the following music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi: These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:46:50

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Dungeons & Dragons: Review, Actual Play (Ep 9)

8/2/2021
In this episode, Rachael and Dan review Dungeons & Dragons and Rachael runs a game of D&D for her Mom and Dad. In this actual play session, we learn about: How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Referenced Content https://dnd.wizards.com/remote/familieshttps://www.ttrpgkids.com/Being a Dungeon Master for KidsD&D, RPG with Kids and Familyhttps://dungeonsdragonsdaughters.podbean.com/How to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:41:56

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Bad Rolls: Game Basics (Ep 8)

3/1/2021
In this episode, Rachael and Dan answer a listener question about ways to make bad die rolls more fun and interesting. How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.comReferenced Content Dice of DestinyGM informationHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:16:12

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The Wildlings: Review, Actual Play (Ep 7)

2/15/2021
Episode 7 – The Wildlings In this episode, Rachael and Dan review and play the game “The Wildlings.” How to reach us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Referenced Content Standard Screen versionCharacter SheetEnemy SheetGame items revised by DanTrolling for Goats Story Starter ContentHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:56:53

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NPC Companions: Game Basics (Ep 6)

2/1/2021
In this episode, Rachael and Dan talk about creating and using non-player character (NPC) companions. How to Reach Us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com@AlmostBedtime Referenced Content: NPC voices and memorable names sheets100 Personality Quirks1000 NPC TraitsHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:09:49

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Under the Floorboards: Review, Actual Play (Ep 5)

1/18/2021
In this episode, Rachael and Dan review and play the game Under the Floorboards. How to Reach Us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com@AlmostBedtime Referenced Content: Itch.io DriveThruRPGHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:38:18

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Magic Gadget Ninjas: Game Creation (Ep 4)

1/4/2021
In this episode, Rachael and Dan invent a game and then discuss how using it went. How to Reach Us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com@AlmostBedtime Referenced Content: Magic Gadget NinjasFate Accelerated EditionHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:20:45

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The Story Game: Review, Actual Play (Ep 3)

12/6/2020
In this episode, Rachael and Dan talk about what The Story Game is and use it to play a game about recovering a dragon’s tooth for the Tooth Fairy. How to Reach Us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com@AlmostBedtime Referenced Content: Nothing but the ToothHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:32:29

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Setting Expectations: Game Basics (Ep 2)

12/6/2020
In this episode, Dan talks about the basics of what role-playing games (RPGs) are and how to set expectations in terms of the content of the game and expected behavior. How to Reach Us: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com@AlmostBedtime Referenced Content: X-CardGirl UndergroundHow to reach us: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Duration:00:07:51