Geezers of the Game
By Ryan McHargue
If you are at least somewhat interested in tabletop roleplaying games and want to not be labeled a square then come join us at Geezers of the Game!
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Geezers of the GameMay 18, 2021
Ep. 26 - A Sit Down with Tanni Hernandez
Join us as we sit down with Tanni and talk about her life, writing and career. As an accomplished writer, mother and therapist she gives us all insight into the writing business and the choices she's made to get to her current popularity.
Website: http://tahernandez.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ta_hernandez5/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ta_hernandez5
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ta_hernandez5
Trello: http://trello.com (this is the organizing tool I talked about for planning/outlining a story)
Looking For The Factionist Old Recruit? Get your copy here today!
The Factionist Old Recruit: The Factionist Old RecruitGotG Ep. 25 - Murders and Acquisitions with G.S. Jennsen
Join us as we talk to GS Jennsen about her beginnings as a fanfic writer, her love of video games and how she took the training wheels off of a career as an attorney, and a software developer to become a best selling author of 19 books and counting.
You can find G.S. Jennsen's books here:
Starshine (free ebook): https://www.gsjennsen.com/starshine
Exin Ex Machina (frree ebook): https://www.gsjennsen.com/exin-ex-machina
Medusa Falling (pre-order): https://www.gsjennsen.com/medusa-falling
And you can find my book here:
The Factionist: Old Recruit: https://a.co/d/dStRVrB
GotG Ep. 24 - With Great Story Comes Great Power
Storytelling is a powerful tool that can better not just your games but your life. Join us as we speak about this great power with David Henry Sterry the writer, performer, book doctor, raker of muck, survivor, pitcher, breeder, baker, grower, x-industrial sex technician, x-problematic hypersexualist, x-marriage counselor, Harleyist, humorist, husband, hermit, exhibitionist, reader, watcher, athlete, activist, father, foole and creator of America's Next Great Author on this episode of Geezers of the Game!
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Looking for links from this episode:
https://americasnextgreatauthor.com/
https://thebookdoctors.com/
GotG Ep. 23 - Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
Join our Estrogen packed episode where we talk about the failings of our current gaming group of guys and what kind of gaming elements would make our table more enjoyable for the girls, women, or those of the female persuasion.
With special guests Myla, Lorie, and Chrissy we get deep into what puts the female in FUN. So sit down, stand up or lay back and join in with Geezers of the Game and learn the powerful art of Estaroleplay!
GotG Ep. 22 - Let's take epic actions!
Looking to make your gaming experience more epic, more engaging, and more fun as a player? Well, this is some gold! Gold I tell ya!
GotG Ep. 21 - The end is all about toliet paper
Have you been researching your 2022 year in Gaming, I know we have and we are excited to share some very cool new games coming out! So sit down in your chair or put on your running shoes, or cop a squat and listen in as we talk all about Gaming 2022!
GotG Ep.20 - Secret secret we've got a secret! Domo!
The After Party conversation continues this week Ryan, Alex, and Nathan all talk about their Secret projects, Prequels, and other highly explosive topics.
Don’t miss out as we give a shout-out to some great listeners and patreons this week!
As always, if you are looking to spend that extra quarter, you can support our content by Following our Podcast and through our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/geezers) or buy us a coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/geezers).
Also, join the discussion on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Geezersofthegame
And don’t leave without dropping us a line at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG Ep. 19 - How to keep playing when something is rotten in Denmark!
We’ve gotten most of the band back together this week, with a great discussion about a woman’s troubling plea for a better group on TikTok and a whole lot of off and on-topic words about playing a character after a major life-altering event takes place.
So, sit down, lean back, or keep your hands on the wheel of your car as you join the discussion with Geezers of the Game.
As always, if you are looking to spend that extra quarter, you can support our content by Following our Podcast and through our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/geezers) or buy us a coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/geezers).
Also, join the discussion on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Geezersofthegame
And don’t leave without dropping us a line at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG. Ep 18 - Everyone needs a little Authors & Dragons!
Join us this week with our special guests from Authors & Dragons, Rick Gualtieri, John Hartness and Bob Bevan as we talk about their books, the podcast, and some great gaming moments they have had since the start of this wonderful podcasting adventure.
So sit back and listen to the mellifluous voice of John Hartness, the comedic timing of Bob Bevan’s and the diplomatic clout of Rick Gualtieri.
As always, if you are looking to spend that extra quarter, you can support our content by Following our Podcast and through our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/geezers) or buy us a coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/geezers).
Also, join the discussion on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Geezersofthegame
And don’t leave without dropping us a line at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG.Ep.17 - How does your State Measure Up!
This week we delve into a great bit of data that focused on the number of players in each state of the US-based on Google Searches in part. Think you live in a state that came out on top? Well, you are wrong, or not!
We also talk about being Outrageous in gaming, not Obnoxious mind you. Could you go outside your comfort zone for a scene or even a round?
Are you into Dungeon crawls, or perhaps you are leery of them, don't fret Alex has you covered as he talks about the Value of Dungeons?
As always, if you are looking to spend that extra quarter, you can support our content by Following our Podcast and through our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/geezers) or buy us a coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/geezers).
Also, join the discussion on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Geezersofthegame
And don’t leave without dropping us a line at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG.Ep.16 - Roleplaying Rewards, Kids and Tigers Oh My!
If you have ever wondered how to make Combat Flow better, what the GM 10 Commandments are, or what are and how to use the Campaign Pillars then this episode is for you. On this episode, we are talking with Johnn Four, a good friend of the show and an all-around awesome TTRPG Creator, where we talk about his newsletter RoleplayingTips.com and some of the great courses he has developed over the years. So, sit back, relax and join the discussion with Geezers of the Game Episode 16, Roleplaying Rewards, Kids and Tigers Oh My!
Check Out Johnn’s great content and don’t forget to support him.
Free 5 Room Dungeons book:
https://www.roleplayingtips.com/5-room-dungeons/
Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/johnnfour
Looking to spend that extra quarter, you can support our content by Following our Podcast and through our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/geezers) or buy us a coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/geezers).
Also join the discussion on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Geezersofthegame
And don’t leave without dropping us a line at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG Ep. 15 - How to have truly great Teamwork in your Games!
How to have a truly great gaming group of players in your games? In this episode we look at how honesty, collaboration and other aspects of teamwork can not only be encouraged by you the DM but also created and nurtured.
Also, in this episode we talk to Cat Tale Press’ Krista Martocci about her adventures in classic fairytales and how she went from new player to a Christmas themed DnD adventure and now an Adventure publishing company.
Follow her links:
https://www.cattalepress.com/
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/18453/Cat-Tale-Press
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cattalepress and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cattalepress/
Don’t forget you can support our content by Following our Podcast and through our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/geezers) or buy us a coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/geezers).
Also join the discussion on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Geezersofthegame
And don’t leave without dropping us a line at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG Ep. 14 - We're Back and in a safe space, with new player questions
We are back on the air, after my little break down, and have chosen to put out 2 episodes a month.
This Episode is devoted to those who are fighting to get a foot hold on this beloved past time. First topic we tackle is Safe Space gaming, then we have a great part one of our Questions with a New Player all about getting a turn.
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GotG Quick Tip 3 - I have the power - Players Helping Players Edition
Are your new players getting lost in the noise of the experienced players? This can be a real downer for some new players and all it takes is a little help from the more experienced players at the table. Listen in as Ryan talks briefly about how a more experienced player can help at the table.
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GotG. Ep 12 - Storyboard This, with Amber Hollinger
They say that all roads that leads to success have to pass through hard work boulevard at some point and Amber Hollinger is just that woman. She has been working on Animation and TV for over 30 years and her body of work shows the ear marks of her dedication to embrace each new project with passion and focus.
Ever wondered what all goes into animation world building, storytelling and how they craft a show? Amber Hollinger has worked on some 39 properties in her career and has a lot to say on these and many more topics.
Looking for more? You can see Ambers work on:
FOX Monday Nights on episodes of HouseBroken starring Lisa Kudrow.
Peabody Award Winner, Stillwater, Season 1 is on AppleTV.
Amber’s Podcast "Film Fight" can be found on Podbean and all your favorite podcasting platforms. (https://filmfightpodcast.podbean.com/)
You can see Amber’s presentation at the Children's Entertainer Fest on youtube:
Other Podcast guest appearances can be found here https://www.buzzsprout.com/1415992/8386852
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If you have comments or ideas for our next show please feel free to email us at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG Ep 11 - Can't touch this, interview with James Lang from Vorpal Boards
Are you running a VTT for your ttrpg games these days and really miss the 3D feel of a great map and terrain? Well, this week we have a guest that may have just the solution that Roll20 and the other VTTs on the market don’t have.
Looking for Links:
Coupon Code: GEEZER for $5 Off your order!
Interested in Wallet Games? Find them here: https://buttonshygames.com/
GotG Quick Tip 2: I've Got a Character, Now What?
There is a lot of new tabletop rpg players online in the various TTRPG groups asking the "Now What" question and because of this I got to thinking about the importance of finding the write group of players, especially as a first time player. So this is for all of you that are looking to start or those that have been turned off by a bad start to the hobby.
GotG Ep. 10 - Matt Davids is here!
The Great Book of Random Tables - www.drivethrurpg.com/product/344554/The-Great-Book-of-Random-Tables?affiliate_id=848965
My entire catalog on DriveThruRPG: www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/9161/dicegeekscom?affiliate_id=848965
GotG Quick Tip 1: How to create character depth quickly!
Ever sat at the table with a 7 page backstory and realize you have no connection with your character, or perhaps you have struggled to come up with a character's history. Well have no fear, creating character depth isn't hard, and actually can be really fun. Follow our quick setups to build in history, personality and motivations for your character to strive after and be affected by.
Want to have the cheat sheet you can find it at www.geezersofthegame.com under Free Gaming Resources "Character Development Sheet".
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If you have comments or ideas for our next show please feel free to email us at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
GotG Ep. 8: May the Dice Be With You!
You may be the biggest Dungeons and Dragons fan but few can resist the charms of Star Wars, whether you are a lover of only episodes 4, 5 and 6 or you have learned to embrace the prequels or even as of late have become a fan all over again with 7, 8 and 9. No matter who you are we all love Star Wars and from time to time really want to play in the epic setting so what are the good the bad and ugly parts of gaming in Star Wars, well join Nathan, Mark and Ryan as we delve into just that question with Episode 8, May the dice be with you!
GotG Ep. 7: Your game sucks!
GotG Ep. 6 - Tell me about your mother...
If you are like us, you have probably had to defend your love of tabletop roleplaying more than once as not a childish game, perhaps you have used sports and sports fans as an argument, well no longer! After this episode of Geezers of the Game you will have scientific evidence and examples to share, and no doubt add a little lift to your step knowing you have been right to play all these years.
Join us with our guest on the show today, Dr. Tony Bean as we discuss Geek Therapeutics and all the benefits and warm fuzzies we get from gaming!
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GotG Ep. 5 - There's no crying in Roleplaying
Come with Mark, Nathan and Ryan as we talk about feelings. We all have them and we all need to process them, but just how and when it works in roleplaying depends on a lot of challenges. So join us in our big discussion on feelings and gaming!
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GotG Ep. 4: It was a dark and stormy game night...
Join us on a dark and stormy GotG as we delve into the maw of the beast known as Tone. In this episode, Ryan and Nathan along with special guests Alex and Mark talk tone whether using music, pictures, or what have you along with the benefits and pitfalls. Join us in the land of five senses!
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GotG Ep. 3: Interview Austin Janowsky
Ryan and Nathan interrogate the well known writer, artist, actor and director Austin Janowsky for an hour with some interesting twists that even he didn't see coming. Join in the fun as we head into Comicbook land!
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Check out the griddle with 16 airfryers and can fly to the moon or at least the commercial at https://www.ispot.tv/ad/OI_5/blackstone-griddle-national-griddle-week.
Also check out Austin's TinSky Media facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TinskyMedia.
If you have comments or ideas for our next show please feel free to email us at geezersofthegame@gmail.com.
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GotG Ep. 2: Poking Fun at Players
Join Nathan, Ryan and their friend Alex as they all talk about the pitfalls of pleasing your players, and the fine balancing act of writing content all will love as a GM/DM.
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GotG Ep. 1: The Meager Beginnings
Join Nathan and Myself as we talk roleplaying game prepping, sandbox versus railroad and game and setting inspiration not to mention more than a few jokes.
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