Welcome to the Punchbowl , an interview segment about playing Dungeons and Dragons in 2017 and beyond. We talk to people who are pushing the game forward - creatively, communally, socially, just doing good work. Today we sit down with Jess Zimmerman, editor at Electric Literature and writer of the Role Monsters essay series. We talk about finding female personality in monsters, D&D’s rebirth in popular culture and owlbear taxonomy. Find her at @j_zimms on Twitter or anywhere you see her byli...
Nov 28, 2017•28 min
Bemoaning bad rolls, debating Batman vs. Daredevil, and what D&D powers we’d want to bring to real life. This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch:...
Nov 22, 2017•32 min•Season 1Ep. 14
The party stays the night at a local inn and starts a party of their own. Can they trust Evan, their new guard friend, or would that be a giant mistake? Tracey gambles. Inara is underage. Johnny gets a bucket. Sponsor We are sponsored this week by 20 Sided Store in Brooklyn, NY. Check out their inventory and events at twentysidedstore.com ! Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhep...
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 14
We discuss ghost whale tummy rubs, proficiencies, and the many kinds of giants in D&D. This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.c...
Nov 08, 2017•20 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Our party has a massive problem: a quixotic stone giant in the Antipolis ruins. Can they make it to the city without falling under its charm? Inara pushes. Johnny takes a bite. Tracey blows his horn. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/merch - music: brandongrug...
Nov 07, 2017•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We’ve got giant lore, fantasy Jarvis, and the origin stories for our characters’ names. That’s right, it’s the Afterparty! This is where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: j...
Oct 25, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 12
The pool is open for the season! Weeks after the ambush on the champion’s ceremony, our party has their first mission in Antipolis. What could be waiting for them out across the river? Inara is a lovely volunteer. Tracey splurges. Johnny sees things. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - me...
Oct 24, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Did you hear this story when you were little? The story of the light-bringer, the assassin, and the robot, the party who defended the champion? Well, it sounds something like this. This recap covers the events of the first two arcs of Join the Party, Episodes 1-11: Wedding Party and Political Party. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhe...
Oct 23, 2017•7 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Welcome to the Punchbowl, an interview segment about playing Dungeons and Dragons in 2017 and beyond. We talk to people who are pushing the game forward - creatively, communally, socially, just doing good work. Today, we sit down with Lauren Bilanko, the co-owner of 20 Sided Store in Brooklyn, NY. We talk about the rebirth of Fifth Edition, community building for all players, and how to sell Dungeons & Dragons without scaring away the customer. Find her at @bilanko on Twitter, and find 20 Si...
Oct 17, 2017•28 min
Arguing about Greg, unpacking the Undying Light, and debating min-maxers. That’s right, it’s the Afterparty! This is where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Check out our Electric Lit article here ! Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepa...
Oct 11, 2017•27 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The political campaign is reaching the finish line, and everyone is getting elected. Johnny is alight. Tracey gets extended. Inara is shady. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/merch - music: brandongrugle.bandcamp.com Cast & Crew - Dungeon Master: Eric Silv...
Oct 10, 2017•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Today we talk about skill challenges, water weirds, alignment, and moral relativism. Join the Party: Come for the gaming, stay for the armchair philosophy. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypo...
Sep 27, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Hoist the mizenmast and secure your treasure chests—it’s challenge day. Inara crushes. Tracey arrests an octopus. Johnny takes the wheel. This week we are sponsored by Power VTT. Visit http://poweredvtt.com/jtp to start your 10-day free trial of this Virtual Tabletop platform and access over 20,000 assets to build your next campaign. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod...
Sep 26, 2017•52 min•Season 1Ep. 10
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Today we talk about splitting the party, DMing vs. playing, and how we’ve grown so far. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/...
Sep 13, 2017•31 min•Season 1Ep. 9
The heroes get alone time as they prepare for the challenge. Tracey wrestles. Johnny looks for books. Inara watches paint dry. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/merch - music: brandongrugle.bandcamp.com Cast & Crew - Dungeon Master: Eric Silver - TR8c (Tra...
Sep 12, 2017•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Today we talk about Greg’s escapades, hero’s journeys, steampunk, and of course Harry Potter. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypo...
Aug 30, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 8
New arc, new me, same podcast. The party follows Alonzo back to the Kiko estate, but they might not get the welcome they were hoping for. What’s waiting for them on the other side of the tree line? Inara carboloads. Johnny tries astronomy. Tracey throws a potted plant. Thanks to Baron Fig for sponsoring this episode! Use code jointheparty for 10% off your order at http://baronfig.com Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/joint...
Aug 29, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Today we talk about cursed items, character feelings, our starting 6, and working with guests in the studio. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch:...
Aug 16, 2017•23 min•Season 1Ep. 7
After rescuing the prince from his kidnappers, the party has their meeting with Kohl, the devil Alonzo has been looking for. Who is this demonic force and what will they find in this back alley of Fidapolis? Johnny starts as a beginner. Inara wears layers. Tracey gets plumage. Thanks to Baron Fig for sponsoring this episode! Use code jointheparty for 10% off your order at http://baronfig.com. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter....
Aug 15, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Welcome to the Punch Bowl, an interview segment about playing Dungeons and Dragons in 2017 and beyond. We talk to people who are pushing the game forward - creatively, communally, socially, just doing good work. Today, we sit down with Celeste and Britany, two creators of Venture Maidens, an all-female real play podcast. Find them on Twitter @venturemaidens. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: fac...
Aug 08, 2017•27 min
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Today we talk about chase mechanics, where our characters come from, and how to get into D&D as a beginner. Here’s that Fast & Furious recap video . It’s worth clicking, we promise. Ch-ch-ch-chase scene! Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/j...
Aug 02, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Ready, set, chase! Our party must save Alonzo before the Red Throat Gang can make off with his disguised self. Will the rescue him or will this chase scene be for nothing? Johnny haggles. Tracey charges. Inara makes a friend. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/...
Aug 01, 2017•46 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. Today we talk reskinning, consequences for bad rolls, stealing books, and try out some very bad impressions. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch:...
Jul 19, 2017•23 min•Season 1Ep. 5
If you can't stand the heat, get out of the alchemy room. Or at least get under a table and let our heroes fight shadows and a magical gun! Johnny feels blue. Tracey plays a matador. Inara makes a disguise. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/merch - music: bran...
Jul 18, 2017•48 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This is the Afterparty, where we sit down after every episode to break down our game and answer your questions about how to play at home. We talk about alchemy, initiative and what thieves can and can’t do. And we answer our first listener questions! Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - me...
Jul 05, 2017•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Our heroes are free, free falling, but can they keep themselves from tumbling all the way down? Tracy knocks. Inara chops. Johnny helps someone disappear. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - merch: jointhepartypod.com/merch - music: brandongrugle.bandcamp.com Cast & Crew - Dungeon Mas...
Jul 04, 2017•58 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome to the Punch Bowl, an interview segment about playing Dungeons and Dragons in 2017 and beyond. We talk to people who are pushing the game forward - creatively, communally, socially, just doing good work. Today, we sit down with Will and Brian, the hosts of the Dungeoncast, a podcast that breaks down every aspect of D&D one episode at a time. Find them on Twitter @thedungeoncast. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.co...
Jun 27, 2017•27 min
After each episode we sit down for the Afterparty, where we break down our game and answer your questions about how to play Dungeons & Dragons and other roleplaying games at home. Today, we’re talking about bunk beds, critical fails, rage mode, rests, and dust sandwiches. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: joint...
Jun 21, 2017•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
When time stops, how does our fearless party respond? Can they recalibrate the time stream, or will they be caught buffering forever? Inara tells a story. Tracey calls top bunk. Johnny opens a window. Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod - instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod - tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com - music: brandongrugle.bandcamp.com Cast & Crew - ...
Jun 20, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 3
After each episode we sit down for the Afterparty, where we break down our game and answer your questions about how to play Dungeons & Dragons and other roleplaying games at home. Today, we’re talking about our D&D cred, magic, barbarian rage, the relationship between players and their characters, and Kermit the Frog. It’s a party, and you’re invited! Find Us Online - website: jointhepartypod.com - patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod - twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod - facebook: fa...
Jun 07, 2017•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2
