TableTalk Friday: A D&D Podcast
Tired of going through all that tedious planning to get your squad together only to meet up and have everyone just scrolling through TikTok? Try spicing up your friend group with a little DnD. Oh wait... you don't know how to get started? Aren't you a lucky little satyr! Your adventure begins with TableTalk Friday. Self-proclaimed experts Andrew, Seth, and Zac aspire to leave the traditional workforce and make a career out of their beloved game. They want to inspire others to deepen their friendships, create memories, and help friend groups connect through the intricate world of DnD. Throughout this podcast they give step-by-step playthrough of their experiences on character creation, DMing, and forming the perfect party. Have your own questions? We would love to hear from you at tabletalkfriday@gmail.com ! Submit your questions there to be a part of the show!
Episodes
160 episodes
Comfort Zones In D&D
Do you play the same class in every campaign? Maybe step outside of your comfort zone like Seth and Drew...
The Beginning of a Brand New Campaign
Today, Seth invites you into his planning session and talks about how he's gone about getting ready for Campaign 3, the next big adventure for his D&D group. He shares a bit of insight about some new ideas to keep the game fresh for as long...
Should You Use AI At Your Table?
It's been a while since the boys had a discussion about AI, so here's your annual dose of hearing how they think you should use AI at the table! Enjoy!
He Didn't Like Baldur's Gate 3...
Drew finally played it! We got him to buy the game and after about 10 hours...he didn't like it. This week the boys discuss BG3 and both the good and bad of what the game has to offer. Hopefully after this episode Drew will give it another chan...
Are We Using Skills Wrong?
Skills are a weird dilemma in D&D. While all vary in their own ways, some fly under the radar and seem unnecessary. Today, Seth and Drew discuss what skills they see frequently at the table, and how they can improve the use of the under-uti...
Tome of Heroes is Cool!
This episode is not sponsored by Kobold Press. But we wouldn't be mad if it was...
Running Companions in D&D
Companions come in so many shapes and sizes, and this week Drew and Seth tackle how to run them without stepping on your players' toes. From Adult Bronze Dragons, to cute little Hollyphants, companions should supplement the party, not take it o...
Using D&D Skills In Real Life
We've been playing D&D together for almost a decade now, and over that time we've changed a lot. Today, Seth and Drew tell stories about how D&D has effected them in their day to day lives, and improved their storytelling skills.
AITA: D&D Edition
This week, Seth and Drew delve into the world of Reddit, and pick out a popular AITA post that made it to r/bestofredditupdates . Enjoy the twists and turns of this story and both Seth and Drew's insight into communication at a D&D table.
Dealing With D&D Burnout
Burnout it real, and we've had various times in our D&D careers where one or all of us just aren't feeling it. Today we tackle the table dynamic in times like these, and why pushing through them is so important.
The Many Forms of Gods in D&D
This week Drew and Seth really dive deep into religion in a fantasy world. Whether it's the gods that walk among men or live in the heavens, there are so many different ways that they can be used to tell compelling stories!
Do You Have Any Game Night Rituals?
Today, Seth and Drew have a fun conversation about their own personal routines when it comes to D&D night. Drew struggles to think of his own personal rituals, but Seth has some that he's been doing for a while, and some that have just popp...
Dice Are Rigged, And We Proved It
Today! Seth and Drew go over dice superstitions and prove once and for all that there's more to dice than 20 sides and dreams. They do some experimental rolling and Seth pulls off something never caught before on air.
Sean Ran His Wildest One-Shot Yet (Patreon Promo)
Hey guys! This Monday I thought we'd do something special and release our bonus episode to everyone so that you guys can hear some of the exclusive content we do over on the Patreon! Hope you like it!
You Don't Need Every D&D Product
This week Seth and Drew have a lot to say about the things that actually matter whenever it comes to playing a TTRPG. Now, that doesn't mean you have to go all minimalist and not own a single product made by WotC, but you definitely shouldn't b...
Making CoD Zombies in D&D
This week Drew and I are going back into our gaming past and trying to come up with ideas for a cool D&D horde mode session!
The Holiday One-Shot Was Wild
I'm sorry guys, we had no time this week and I couldn't fully edit the episode. BUT Drew and I had a great time talking about our cool one-shot ideas we used in our recent Christmas session, Fairly Odd Parents, and bread.<3 you guys!<...
Should Romance Be in Your D&D Games?
Romance is a touchy subject, because it can go from fun and harmless to inappropriate very quickly. This week, Seth and Drew share their personal experiences with romance in D&D, and give tips on how to make it a useful tool at your table!
Which Fantasy World Would We Live In? (The Isekai Episode)
Drew and Seth both have their fair amount of nerdy hobbies. This week, they're gonna go over some of their favorite fantasy worlds and determine which of them would be the best to live in. Not only from a fun standpoint but also from a safety s...
Solving Table Disputes
This week Seth and Drew delve into the many table disputes they've experienced while playing D&D, and brainstorm some ways that situations like these can be resolved, both in the moment and after a session. Oh and there's more Magic the Gat...
We Create A Character For A One-Shot
This week, join Seth and Drew as they create Seth's character for a one-shot they're playing this weekend! Drew is the DM, so maybe he'll let Seth get away with some powerful and creative ideas...or not. Either way, Farmer Jenson is the coolest...
A Discussion About House Rules
This week the boys go through a laundry list of house rules and how they can be used at the table. Also, Chase has never read the Player's Handbook. Just thought I'd put that out there
We Had A Rough Session
This week Seth and Drew debrief each other after a pretty rough session involving that massive heist they planned last week with Chase. Seth goes over some concerns he had with his DMing, and Drew talks in-depth about what he feels went wrong d...