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So You Wanna Be a Dungeon Master

Taylor & Justin

Tips and tricks to be the best Dungeon Master you can be! Taylor and Justin bring you into the world of Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGs through this educational and comedic podcast. Weekly episodes will cover a wide array of themes and topics. And along the way, they fall victim to the disruptive, yet hilarious, tangent. So grab your armor, sharpen your blade, and pack your spellbook... it’s time to roll Initiative!

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#211
Wednesday · 46 min
Ep.150 - D&D News!!
This week we’re playing reporters, we’re coverin’ all the headlines in the News as it relates to Dungeons & Dragons. These announcements have been happening since Gen Con this year, some from Wizards of the Coast, and some from elsewhere in the community. What’s new, what’s down the pipeline, and what’s in store for the worlds of D&D… well get morning coffee, get ready to fight your relatives, and grab an anti-depressant… we’re talking about the NEWS! Music and SFX by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a 30 DAY FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast and other content! And CLICK HERE to find all of our links and MERCH! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com
#210
October 28 · 1 hr 7 min
Ep.149 - 7 SCARY D&D Monsters
This week it’s Halloween! So we’re talkin’ scary and we’re stayin’ scary… D&D Monsters. Some of them are so ubiquitous that even people unfamiliar with D&D have heard of them. So which monsters should Dungeon Masters use, and then how do we use them? We’re covering 7 Monsters that will scare your whole table! Music and SFX by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a 30 DAY FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast and other content! And CLICK HERE to find all of our links and MERCH! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com
#209
October 21 · 58 min
Ep.148 - Horror 101
This week, keeping with the spooky theme, we’re talking about one of the most divisive genres on the planet: … Horror! We’re going to discuss the genre, breaking it down so that Dungeon Masters can pull from this terrifying toolbox! What makes horror what it is and how do we incorporate it into our TTRPGs? Let’s find out! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a 30 DAY FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast and other content! And CLICK HERE to find all of our links and MERCH! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com
#208
October 14 · 1 hr 15 min
Ep.147 - Put Resident Evil into your D&D Game
This week, in celebration of Spooky Month, we are going EVIL!… but not just any kind of Evil… Resident Evil! That’s right, gang! This episode, we’re breaking down how a Dungeon Master could bring the vibes and story of the Resident Evil franchise to their D&D game! So whether or not you’re a Barbarian, grab your Weapons, because we’re jumping into Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#207
October 12 · 1 hr 45 min
Ep.4: The Names of Nieces | Dial T for Truth | TTRPG Actual Play Series
It's the FINALE of Dial T for Truth and the crew has to escape the facility! But will they be able to do so when the meteorite is still speaking to Gretchen? Or with that robot bird alerting the Guardians? Or with the mutated animals in the rainforest? It's going to be dangerous, but it's going to look great in the edit! The Cast: - Gretchen played by Brandon (Big B) https://ko-fi.com/bigbisdotdotdot/shop - Keith Maple played by Tanner Azzinnaro @foesandfables @tannerazzinnaromusic - Justine Beauregard played by Maia (My-ee-uh) https://maiasgameroom.bearblog.dev/ - Trevor Jennings played by Taylor Hellstrom https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm Content Warnings: Bodily harm, violence, cursing, suspense. If we missed something, please send us an email and let us know! Music and SFX by Epidemic Sound: Use our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! 30 day free trial!! https://share.epidemicsound.com/spf7rg/?playlist=pqqzqnqauplu95iie858kw85v7xnqexx And remember to like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! And our Link Tree is https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm to find links to our Podcast, Patreon, Discord, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE NEW MERCH! Click the link above!
#206
October 7 · 1 hr 5 min
Ep.146 - The 55th Hunger Games w/ Spunky Taylor
This week we’re sitting down with friend of the pod, star of our Mythos University Series as Nova, the daughter of poseidon, when she’s not consulting, or being a performer, or being a part of the next big TTRPG project, or being a powerful advocate, or being a KPOP fan, apparently, our guest… thee Spunky Taylor is now also… a game master, what can’t she do?! We are so grateful to be talking to Taylor about an exciting new project coming out soon called The 55th Hunger Games! Spunky Taylor https://www.twitch.tv/spunkytaylorgames Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#205
October 5 · 2 hr 28 min
Ep.3: Birds of a Feather | Dial T for Truth | TTRPG Actual Play Series
In Episode 3, Trevor, Justine, and Keith attempt to save Gretchen from the mechanical T-Rex Guardian wreaking havoc on the facility. But that only leads them deeper into the belly of this futuristic compound. And what they find will either bring this group together or it could just break them.... The Cast: - Gretchen played by Brandon (Big B) https://ko-fi.com/bigbisdotdotdot/shop - Keith Maple played by Tanner Azzinnaro @foesandfables @tannerazzinnaromusic - Justine Beauregard played by Maia (My-ee-uh) https://maiasgameroom.bearblog.dev/ - Trevor Jennings played by Taylor Hellstrom https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm Content Warnings: Bodily harm, violence, cursing, suspense. If we missed something, please send us an email and let us know! Music and SFX by Epidemic Sound: Use our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! 30 day free trial!! https://share.epidemicsound.com/spf7rg/?playlist=pqqzqnqauplu95iie858kw85v7xnqexx And remember to like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! And our Link Tree is https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm to find links to our Podcast, Patreon, Discord, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE NEW MERCH! Click the link above!
#203
September 30 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep.145 - Plot Hooks 101
This week we’re casting a wide net and we’re doing some fishing… but what are we trying to catch? Stories, gang! This episode is all about Plot Hooks. How do Dungeon Masters get their players to take the bait of adventure? Let's get into it! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#204
September 28 · 2 hr 11 min
Ep. 2 Don't Throw Away Your Shot | Dial T for Truth | Actual Play Limited Series
In Ep 2, Gretchen, Trevor, Justine, and Keith face a group of plant zombies before interacting with a glowing meteorite... But then the mission changes a little when we meet a mechanical animal who asks for our help... Will the crew see eye to eye about updating the mission? Will they find more audio recordings of past explorers? Tune in to Dial T for Truth to find out! The Cast: - Gretchen played by Brandon (Big B) https://ko-fi.com/bigbisdotdotdot/shop - Keith Maple played by Tanner Azzinnaro @foesandfables @tannerazzinnaromusic - Justine Beauregard played by Maia (My-ee-uh) https://maiasgameroom.bearblog.dev/ - Trevor Jennings played by Taylor Hellstrom https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm Content Warnings: Bodily harm, violence, cursing, suspense, harm to robotic animals. If we missed something, please send us an email and let us know! Music and SFX by Epidemic Sound: Use our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! 30 day free trial!! https://share.epidemicsound.com/spf7rg/?playlist=pqqzqnqauplu95iie858kw85v7xnqexx And remember to like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! And our Link Tree is https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm to find links to our Podcast, Patreon, Discord, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE NEW MERCH! Click the link above!
#202
September 23 · 1 hr 8 min
Ep.144: Play-by-Play D&D Combat
This week get ready to rumble. In this corner, all the way from the Chesapeake, it’s Taylor Hellstrom and in this corner, standing at just under 6 foot 3, weighing in at a cool 200 apples, it’s Justin Gagliani! These two combatants are going head to head in combat! D&D Combat that is! We’re breaking down rolling for initiative, action economy, and running Monsters! No more talk.. Put up your dukes! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#201
September 21 · 2 hr 3 min
Ep.1: Welcome to the Jungle | Dial T For Truth | Actual Play Series
So You Wanna Be A DM presents The Travel Channel presents Dial T For Truth is an actual play series that uses the TTRPG, Kids on Bikes, to tell the story of 4 members of a documentary crew who's sent into the Amazon rainforest to explore the Null Sector. This mysterious and dangerous region of the jungle has been the graveyard for everyone who's traveled there before. Can the DFTF Crew be any different? Let's find out! The Cast: - Gretchen played by Brandon (Big B) https://ko-fi.com/bigbisdotdotdot/shop - Keith Maple played by Tanner Azzinnaro @foesandfables @tannerazzinnaromusic - Justine Beauregard played by Maia (My-ee-uh) https://maiasgameroom.bearblog.dev/ - Trevor Jennings played by Taylor Hellstrom https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm Content Warnings: Bodily harm, violence, cursing, suspense. If we missed something, please send us an email and let us know! Music and SFX by Epidemic Sound: Use our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! 30 day free trial!! https://share.epidemicsound.com/spf7rg/?playlist=pqqzqnqauplu95iie858kw85v7xnqexx And remember to like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! And our Link Tree is https://linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm to find links to our Podcast, Patreon, Discord, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE NEW MERCH! Click the link above!
#200
September 16 · 1 hr 4 min
Ep.143 - D&D on a Budget!
This week we’re getting creatively economic, gang! Because listen, sometimes this tabletop hobby can get expensive. Whether you’re playing online or in person, between the costs and subscription fees, books and minis and all the things you want to do for your table… being a DM in this economy is hard. So this episode is going to give you tips and tricks on how to play D&D on a BUDGET! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#199
September 9 · 48 min
Ep.142 - Feywild 101
This week we’re delving into the realm of the fey! That’s right, gang, this episode is all about the Feywild where colors and emotions run wild! We’re going to go over the basics, like how to get there, what it’s like, and what kind of creatures can be found there! And how do Dungeon Masters incorporate the Feywild into their settings and their adventures! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#198
September 2 · 1 hr 5 min
Ep.141 - Factions 101
This week we’re talking about the found families, the gangs, the guilds, the factions, baby! There’s the adventuring party sure, but sometimes you just want to be a part of something bigger than yourself. From the Harpers to the Zhentarim Mercenaries there’s all kinds of Factions in D&D! So let’s go over how to create a Faction including all the most important parts! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#197
August 26 · 45 min
Ep.140 - DON'T Start in a Tavern!
This week we’re helping Dungeon Masters start their adventures in fun and exciting new ways that DON’T involve Taverns at all! And let’s be clear, there’s nothing wrong with starting in a tavern and there’s definitely ways to spice that up. But today, we want to help people get creative about how their story begins! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#196
August 19 · 1 hr 4 min
Ep.139 - BBEGs 201
This week we’re taking a deep look into Villains, into Evil Adversaries, into Big Bad Evil Guys! That’s right, gang. Episode 56 was BBEGs 101, but in this episode we’re talking about the ins and outs of having the mastermind behind the main conflict such as their lair, their tactics, and what happens if they succeed? So without further ado, let’s jump into it! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! --------------------------- And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#195
August 12 · 1 hr 19 min
Ep.138: Character Death 101
This week we’re gathered today to humbly honor the broken, the beaten, and the damned. They fought bravely against ferocious monsters and cunning villains, but in the end, it was three strikes and they’re outta here! Get it yet? We’re talking about Character Death! How does it work, what are all the rules involved, and what if you want to handle death a little differently? We’ve got the DM Tips and Tricks for you! Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! --------------------------- And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#194
August 10 · 1 hr 45 min
Ep.6 The Utter End | OOPS All Healers | D&D Medical Drama Actual Play
In the Finale of OOPS All Healers, we continue the action that ended the last episode. Mr. Shale and his evil insurance elementals are trying to complete a ritual. Can the doctors and staff of St. Iyengar's stop it in time?! And what about their oaths? The Cast: Robbie Landis as Raph Sweetman: https://cloaksandcapesttrpg.com/home Insha Fitzpatrick as Dr. Louie Grimshaw: www.inshafitzpatrick.com Dragons as Dr. Erica Thomas: https://www.twitch.tv/iffounddeadplzrevivify Nandi Kayyy as Dr. Nyhira Jelani: https://linktr.ee/nandikayyy Mia as Dr. Teo: https://eotia.carrd.co/ Kira as Dr. Peter Biddle CONTENT WARNING: Memory loss, blackouts, gossip, cursing, discussion of healthcare/insurance, exes, smoking, and electrocution. Note: 95% of medical maladies featured are fictional and made-up. If we've missed anything, please let us know. Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! --------------------------- And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#193
August 5 · 1 hr 13 min
Ep.137 - Building Encounters in D&D
This week we’ve gotta take a moment to help out our baby DMs, our toddler DMs, our little tykes who are just figuring out how to read percentile dice. We’re going to be walking you through creating simple but memorable encounters for your table. Not only will we be sharing the secret recipe, but we’ll also give you a taste along the way… Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link for a FREE TRIAL for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! --------------------------- And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!
#192
August 3 · 2 hr 1 min
Ep.5 Spark of Resistance | OOPS All Healers | D&D Medical Drama Actual Play
In Episode 5, Raph Sweetman, Dr. Teo, and Dr. Grimshaw have to handle an electrical issue at St. Iyengar's. Apparently, something's interfering with the generators and we've been informed: Mr. Shale is doing a ritual?! The Cast: Robbie Landis as Raph Sweetman: https://cloaksandcapesttrpg.com/home Insha Fitzpatrick as Dr. Louie Grimshaw: www.inshafitzpatrick.com Dragons as Dr. Erica Thomas: https://www.twitch.tv/iffounddeadplzrevivify Nandi Kayyy as Dr. Nyhira Jelani: https://linktr.ee/nandikayyy Mia as Dr. Teo: https://eotia.carrd.co/ Kira as Dr. Peter Biddle CONTENT WARNING: Memory loss, blackouts, gossip, cursing, discussion of healthcare/insurance, exes, smoking, and electrocution. Note: 95% of medical maladies featured are fictional and made-up. If we've missed anything, please let us know. Music by Epidemic Sound Use our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! --------------------------- And CLICK HERE to find links to our Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!

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