Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast

David Ohnoki

Hello and welcome to the Dungeon! Join hosts Dave and Eric for our weekly dive into the book series Dungeon Crawler Carl. Dave is reading it for the first time while Eric acts as the ever useful dungeon guide / expert. So buckle up, here we go!

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Updated July 20
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July 20 · 1 hr 52 min
A Champion has Fallen!? Katia's Accidental Revenge | DCC Book 3, Ch. 23–25
This week on Dave’s First Crawl, we’re covering Chapters 23, 24, and 25 of The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook—DCC Book 3. Katia accidentally kills the #2 crawler in the dungeon, jumps 13 levels, and ends up with a ridiculously overpowered crossbow. Sometimes the AI System just says, "Congratulations, you've got main character energy now." Turns out Hekla's assassination plot was even bolder than we thought. Carl pieces together the entire scheme, Silfa realizes she was just a pawn, Eva makes an escape, and Brynhild's Daughters completely implode. And because Carl apparently hasn't learned his lesson, he decides the only reasonable plan from here is to save every stranded crawler on the floor. Can he actually save them all? Plus, lots of shout-outs to our Redditors. Come talk some more shit to us on....r/DavesFirstCrawl.
July 10 · 1 hr 50 min
Hekla, You Traitor! Katia Becomes a Cowcatcher | DCC Book 3, Ch. 20–22
This week on Dave’s First Crawl, we’re covering Chapters 20, 21, and 22 of The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook—DCC Book 3. Frank Q finally gets his revenge by giving Carl… a ring. Very romantic. Very normal. Definitely nothing ominous about that. We also finally meet Hekla, who is supposed to be one of the good guys. Turns out, she sucks. Surprise! Meanwhile, Katia transforms into a goddamn cowcatcher and helps the crew turn an army of mobs into dungeon roadkill. Blood, guts, body parts—just a completely reasonable amount of carnage. And as if Katia hasn’t been through enough, someone nearly has her assassinated. By who? Come argue about it with us at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
June 20 · 1 hr 49 min
Trust No One: Especially HR! +The Return of Frank Q | DCC Book 3, Ch. 17-19
The Royal Court of Princess Donut encounter a ghoul infestation as they get closer to solving the Iron Tangle. We meet the homie Widget who in turn meets his untimely doom. Madison explains the mechanics behind the Iron Tangle's Cruelty: HR imposed overtime. Katia questions Donut's motivations, loyalties are beginning to be tested, and Frank Q returns with a gift wrapped in vengeance for Carl. Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the DFC community at r/DavesFirstCrawl
May 30 · 1 hr 43 min
Carl Gets Railroaded & Donut Gets Shades | DCC Book 3, Ch. 14–16
This week, we cover Chapters 14, 15, and 16 of The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook — DCC Book 3. Carl gets flattened by the Nightmare Express, meets Fire Brandy — the MILF who saves the day — and finally gets to drive a freakin’ train. We crack open sponsor loot boxes, level up, and deal with Bababoons in Nic Cage and “Suck It” T-shirts trying to murder everybody. Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
May 14 · 1 hr 47 min
Gore-Gore All MANtaur!; Katia Loses Fingers & War Mage Loses Head / DCC Book 3, Chapters 11 - 13
This week, we cover Chapters 11, 12, and 13 of The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook — DCC Book 3. Dave and Emi dive into a BBB Boss Battle, finally get a conductor’s key, watch Katia lose some fingers — but don’t worry, Carl’s got her back (pack) — and help finish off some flesh blankets and war mages on the dismemberment-limited train. And finally we get some sponsors! Carl gets a neural enhancer from the Valtay - whats this about portals? Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
April 28 · 1 hr 40 min
Dirty Shirley's + Frost Maidens = a Cold Blooded Body Count | DCC Book 3, Ch. 8–10
And this is why we don’t let Donut drink unsupervised! Covering chapters 8, 9 & 10 of "The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook" (DCC Book 3), Dave and Emi dive into the mysteries of the cookbook & cover a long awaited reunion with some "old" friends. A night out at the Desperado Club goes sideways fast: Frost magic flies, Donut crosses a line she can’t uncross, and Carl takes a high-stakes spin at the Casino. Don't forget to stick around for "What Grinds My Gears?" for a Dave's First Crawl debut and very special guest. Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
April 11 · 1 hr 38 min
Mordecai Gets Banished & the Anarchist Cookbook Revealed | DCC Book 3, Ch. 6–7
Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as we grind some cornets, crack open fan prize boxes, and...oh yeah - Mordecai gets banished! Plus, Katia gets a mohawk, and the Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook finally reveals what it really is. Let’s burn it all down. Choo choo, crawlers. Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
March 18 · 1 hr 44 min
We Got Fire Ants in the Pants! | DCC Book 3, Chapters 3–5
Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as they honor Brandon — RIP, you absolute hero. Then it’s full speed ahead into chaos: breaking into the conductor’s room, finding a reward room, lighting Vernon on fire, and mowing down mobs along the way. Choo choo, crawlers. Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
February 13 · 1 hr 51 min
Book 3 Begins! The Iron Tangle Choo Choo! | DCC Ch. 1–2
Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as we arrive on Floor 4 and enter the chaos of the IRON TANGLE. The crew survives their first train ride, runs into Dreks and Jikininki and promptly squishes their way through the mayhem while constructing a superfortress to stay alive. And yes — Carl finally gets a train conductor hat. Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.
January 27 · 1 hr 46 min
Season 2 Epilogue + Bonus Content — Wrap It Up! (DCC Epilogue + Backstage Part 2)
We survived the 3rd floor—barely. Join Dave and Emi (Eric) as we finish Dungeon Crawler Carl: Book 2 – Carl’s Doomsday Scenario, dig into the bonus content from Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret, and unpack Odette’s behind-the-scenes revelations. Celestial boxes are on the table… or maybe not. It’s chaotic. It’s spoilery. Hit play.
January 22 · 1 hr 38 min
Boom Goes the Lich! Quest: Get Unfucked! DCC Book 2 Ch. 23-25
Dave and Emi (Eric) are back breaking down Carl’s Doomsday Scenario chapters 23–25, where the cursed hooker quest finally makes sense, a lich gets absolutely deleted, and survival turns into full-on panic mode. We meet some new crawlers, crank the stakes to 11, and yes—Emi once again cannot shut up about Carl’s massive dong.
January 4 · 1 hr 44 min
Enter Katia Grim + The Beanie Babies go....BOOM! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 20–22)
Dave and Emi return to discuss the fall-out from the failed assassination attempt on Carl & Donut by Prince Stalwart, the siege of the 201st Security division headquarters, and an explosive saboteur attack on the capitol building of the Magistrate of the Medium Sky Fowl Settlement. Also, we meet Katia Grim, our newest addition to the party of "The Royal Court of Princess Donut." Plus, the holidays suck, the weather (in Dallas during the holidays) sucks, and the US legal system most certainly sucks.
Dec 11, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
DANGER ZONE with Ripper Wanton — The Skull Empire Attacks! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 18–19)
Dave and Eric (Emi) are back with Book 2, Chapters 18–19! Carl, Donut, and Mongo go searching for Magistrate Fetherfall, only to walk straight into a zombie beatdown because of course they do. Then it’s off to a round table with Ripper, a first meeting with Hekkla, and Carl casually lighting the fuse on a full-blown rebellion… right as the Skull Empire decides today’s a great day to strike.
Nov 12, 2025 · 1 hr 40 min
You Can Find Me in the (Desperado) Club! Plus Dead Hookers! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 14–17)
Join hosts Dave and Eric (Emi) as we finally crash the MF Desperado Club! We meet Quint — half-Djinn, half-garbage scowl, and 100% chaos. Then things get wild: dead hookers, a fallen hero (RIP Gum-Gum, you will be avenged!), and some seriously terrifying floating head's. Krasue, you scary as hell! And Featherfall? You sketchy bastard. Yeah, we’re calling you out.
Oct 22, 2025 · 1 hr 38 min
Grimaldi’s Huge Vine & Mongo’s Hero Moment! (DCC Book 2: Ch. 10–13)
🎪 Step right up, crawlers! Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as we charge into Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 2, Chapters 10–13! We hit Grimaldi’s twisted circus, snack on a few mind-controlling worms, and watch Carl and Signet patch things up—sort of. Meanwhile, Mongo goes full beast mode to save Donut from the Street Urchins, and then it’s off to the Desperado Club, baby—because we’re going clubbin’!
Oct 7, 2025 · 1 hr 41 min
Signet Battle Squad Assemble: Attack on the Clowns! DCC Book 2: Ch 6-9 (nice).
Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as we dive into Carl’s Doomsday Scenario, chapters 6–9 (nice). Carl’s on his own, Mongo’s in full guard-dog mode, and yes—there’s a roller-skating bear. Our hero takes on Grimaldi’s twisted circus with Signet’s tattoo army in one of the wildest arcs yet!
Sep 20, 2025 · 1 hr 38 min
Welcome to the Over City: Please Mind the Lemurs! (DCC Book 2, Ch. 1–5)
The dungeon expands, the stakes rise, and the clowns… are horrifying. In this episode, Dave and Eric kick off Book 2 of Dungeon Crawler Carl, covering Chapters 1–5 of Carl’s Doomsday Scenario. From choosing races and classes to Morteci’s legendary bender, the Overcity wastes no time reminding us that survival is going to be a bloody circus.
Sep 13, 2025 · 1 hr 21 min
NEW ACHIEVEMENT! Season 1 Recap!
Hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) have finished Book 1! 🎉 Join us as we recap our favorite moments and crawlers while looking back on the wild journey through the first two floors of the dungeon. We’ll tackle some rapid-fire questions, peek ahead at what’s coming in Book 2, and dive into the bonus side story Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret!
Sep 3, 2025 · 1 hr 46 min
"And a Wild Mongo Appears!"
New Achievement! Dave and Emi wrap up the closing sequences of Dungeon Crawler Carl, Book 1....doing so in style we might add. Mongo is quite pleased! In chapters 44, 45, 46, 47 & Epilogue, we encounter our last boss battle (a diseased rodent on red bull), Donut wins a most prized pet, and we get a surprise Agatha appearance at the tail end of floor 2. Our hosts dive straight into the action & dissect the many mysteries of the Dungeon - notably: Why does Donut love Oasis? We also talk about what's next for the pod, and close out with some of our most rage fueled segments yet for "What grinds our gears?" Be there for this one. Will be wild!
Aug 16, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Glurp Glurp Piglets, the Maestro Has Arrived!
Dave and Eric (Emi) return to break down Chapters 41–43: the rage elemental falls, Meadowlark is saved, and just when Carl and Donut think they can breathe, the Maestro crashes the party. This orc with an ego—and a bloodthirsty teen fanbase—turns murder and mayhem into prime-time entertainment. But when his twisted show targets our heroes, Carl and Donut fight back the only way they know how: with chaos, rebellion, and a whole lot of attitude.

Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast

A Champion has Fallen!? Katia's Accidental Revenge | DCC Book 3, Ch. 23–25

Hekla, You Traitor! Katia Becomes a Cowcatcher | DCC Book 3, Ch. 20–22

Trust No One: Especially HR! +The Return of Frank Q | DCC Book 3, Ch. 17-19

Carl Gets Railroaded & Donut Gets Shades | DCC Book 3, Ch. 14–16

Gore-Gore All MANtaur!; Katia Loses Fingers & War Mage Loses Head / DCC Book 3, Chapters 11 - 13

Dirty Shirley's + Frost Maidens = a Cold Blooded Body Count | DCC Book 3, Ch. 8–10

Mordecai Gets Banished & the Anarchist Cookbook Revealed | DCC Book 3, Ch. 6–7

We Got Fire Ants in the Pants! | DCC Book 3, Chapters 3–5

Book 3 Begins! The Iron Tangle Choo Choo! | DCC Ch. 1–2

Season 2 Epilogue + Bonus Content — Wrap It Up! (DCC Epilogue + Backstage Part 2)

Boom Goes the Lich! Quest: Get Unfucked! DCC Book 2 Ch. 23-25

Enter Katia Grim + The Beanie Babies go....BOOM! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 20–22)

DANGER ZONE with Ripper Wanton — The Skull Empire Attacks! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 18–19)

You Can Find Me in the (Desperado) Club! Plus Dead Hookers! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 14–17)

Grimaldi’s Huge Vine & Mongo’s Hero Moment! (DCC Book 2: Ch. 10–13)

Signet Battle Squad Assemble: Attack on the Clowns! DCC Book 2: Ch 6-9 (nice).

Welcome to the Over City: Please Mind the Lemurs! (DCC Book 2, Ch. 1–5)

NEW ACHIEVEMENT! Season 1 Recap!

"And a Wild Mongo Appears!"

Glurp Glurp Piglets, the Maestro Has Arrived!