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
138 episodes
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...
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How Immersive Can We Get?
This week Seth and Drew are joined by Chase once more to discuss immersion mechanics in their games. Get ready to hear how they include survival mechanics, weather, etc. and brainstorm new ideas that they might use in future games!
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Designing A Really BIG Dungeon
This week Seth and Drew talk about what it's like to design a really big and intricate dungeon for a heist they have coming up tomorrow. Supposedly this is Seth's "Biggest Map Ever" but personally I don't think it could be THAT big. Maybe like,...
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How To Make Your Players Cry
Here on BattleTactics Tuesday: A Battlefield Podcast, we talk strictly about Battlefield and our experiences playing it. But, on TableTalk Friday: A D&D Podcast, we have a discussion this week on how we can make games so emotional that our ...
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50:53
From Player To Dungeon Master: Chase's Story (part three)
He finally did it! Chase wrapped up his first series of one-shots this past weekend and Drew and Seth are here with him to talk all about it! The sessions were awesome, so relax and listen to these three go on about how it went and what could h...
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51:29
Would You Pay To Play D&D?
Lately, there's been a lot of talk online about paying to play D&D, and also making a living as a DM. Seth, our resident expert at DMing out in public for strangers, gives his insight on how these games typically go. Drew on the other hand,...
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Should You Track Resources in D&D?
Does your rogue have enough arrows for the next big fight? What about water? Is your canteen topped up? These are questions some DMs probably ask at their tables. Drew and I, admittedly, do not. We just fly by the seat of our pants and our bows...
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Playing D&D (And BG3) As A Couple
This week Seth is joined by his wife Gabby! Recently they both finished a 95 hour run of Baldur's Gate 3 on co-op, and now Gabby is here to give her insight as someone with very little experience in the ttrpg and gaming space. So give Gabby a w...
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Dealing With Character Death
We recently had a death in the party... And this week, we feel it's important to talk about what happened so we can truly appreciate and honor Quigglius the Thri-Kreen. You were a great bug, and you will be missed.
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D&D Finance 101
You ever wonder what would happen if your adventurers walked into a tavern and dropped all of their gold from the dragon's hoard on magic items and armor? Well, they'd get more powerful first, but THEN the blacksmith is now the most wealthy man...
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58:18
The New DM For Critical Role, Spelljammer, and Future Plans
Hey guys! Sorry for another solo episode, Drew's mic needed to be replaced but he will be joining us super soon on a more regular basis. BUT, this week Seth gets into it for about 20 minutes about all things Spelljammer, Critical Role, YouTube,...
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From Player To Dungeon Master: Chase's Story (How It Went)
This week on Table Talk Friday, Chase steps into the DM’s chair for the very first time! He ran us through a wild and creative time-loop one-shot set in the Forgotten Realms, where every decision had consequences, and each...
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52:58
3 Wild D&D Stories: Bad DMs, Scared Players, and Tech-Limited Gaming
In this episode of TableTalk Friday, we pull three real D&D Reddit threads and give our best advice on each one. From a DM who never roleplays and lets players cheat, to a party so afraid of danger that they “call the guards” inste...
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From Player To Dungeon Master: Chase's Story (Planning Your First Session)
This week on Table Talk Friday, Chase steps into the DM’s chair for the very first time! He ran us through a wild and creative time-loop one-shot set in the Forgotten Realms, where every decision had consequences, and each...
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55:00
D&D Red Flags and Player Agency: DM Advice and Real Talk
This week on TableTalk Friday, Seth and Drew catch up on life, gaming, and everything in between!From tricky table dynamics to finding the sweet spot between story control and player freedom, this episode is full of practical DM...
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57:06
Building Memorable Characters
Today Firefighter Eric (Sean) joins us to talk about creating interesting characters and building to big, impactful moments. Seth and Sean explore the art of D&D character creation, memorable campaign moments, and their experiences as...
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52:05
Setting Proper Expectations as a DM: Boundaries, Isekai Campaigns, and More
In this solo episode of TableTalk Friday, we land in the chaotic sweet spot of beginning DMing—setting boundaries, managing player expectations, and embracing creativity. Seth dives into everything from tackling isekai-style campaigns ...
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From Player to Dungeon Master: Patrick's Story
This week on TableTalk Friday, Seth sits down with his longtime friend Patrick to talk about what it’s really like running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign after years of only being a player. They dive into the challenges of becoming ...
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1:25:38
TableTalk Friday Is Back: Podcast Return & Weekly Schedule Update
n this short but exciting update, Seth drops in with important news about the podcast’s comeback. After a long break, the show returns this August with a full weekly schedule — and Patreon perks will return too!Topics Covered:...
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Ideal D&D Party Composition: Roles, Balance, and Fun at the Table
This week on TableTalk Friday, we discuss what makes the perfect D&D party — from essential roles like healers and casters to the fun wildcard picks that give your group personality. We share our favorite combinations, debate the i...
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54:30
Frequently Cast Spells - 9th Level
As their characters near max level, the crew breaks down their most-cast and favorite 9th-level spells — with all the high-level banter and real DM insights you expect.Topics Covered:High-level gameplay dynamics
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Is Your DM Toxic? D&D Today’s Landscape & DM Behavior
Seth and Drew sit down (with Zac off somewhere) to talk about the modern state of D&D — exploring changing norms and maybe admitting that sometimes, DMs can be toxic. Honesty, humor, and reflection all the way through.Top...
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56:22
Monster Manual Madness, Part 2: More Smash or Pass Fun
Seth, Drew, and Zac wade deeper into the Monster Manual madness. Expect more wild opinions, wacky takes, and monster matchmaking calamities.Topics Covered:Round two of Monster Manual evaluationsNew creatures g...
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Monster Manual Madness, Part 1: Smash or Pass
Seth, Drew, and Zac flip through the Monster Manual to decide which monsters they’d smash or pass. Expect laughter and nerdy debates aplenty.Topics Covered:Monster Manual review with a comedic twistFavorite mo...
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57:45
The Bastion System in D&D: How to Build Better Home Bases
This week on TableTalk Friday, we explore the new Bastion System — a One D&D feature that brings downtime, home bases, and player-driven settlements to the forefront. We break down how it works, why it’s exciting, and how to make t...
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