Metagamers Anonymous

Follow Metagamers Anonymous
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

Metagamers Anonymous is dedicated to the tabletop RPG hobby through the lense of immersive roleplaying. In each episode, the cast discusses elements of the gaming experience, sharing their own thoughts and hard-won lessons gleaned from decades of play, and offering advice on achieving greater satis…

Metagamers Anonymous

Wichita, KS


    • May 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 5m AVG DURATION
    • 178 EPISODES

    4.8 from 25 ratings Listeners of Metagamers Anonymous that love the show mention: game day, rpgs, twisted, tabletop, gaming, dan, met, various, games, group, community, production, play, show, topics, easy, stuff, fun, look forward, better.



    Search for episodes from Metagamers Anonymous with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from Metagamers Anonymous

    MetAnon Int43 – Brad Kelley | Midwest GameFest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 59:37


    In this episode of our interview series, Erik visits with Brad Kelley from Midwest GameFest. They talk shop and discuss gaming, conventioneering, and more! Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Questions or comments? Feel free to drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. The post MetAnon Int43 – Brad Kelley | Midwest GameFest first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    midwest gamefest metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep298 – The Dance of a Thousand Stumbles

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 46:02


    In our 298th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we get back on the mics to talk about the slog of handling lengthy combats. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Richard, and Vanessa The post MetAnon Ep298 – The Dance of a Thousand Stumbles first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    dance thousand stumbles metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Int42 – Michael Ross | Action 12 Cinema

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 74:02


    In this episode of our interview series, Erik visits with Michael Ross from The RPG Academy, writer/designer of the GMless action movie RPG Action 12 Cinema. They talk gaming, podcasting, conventioneering, and so much more! Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Questions or comments? Feel free to drop […] The post MetAnon Int42 – Michael Ross | Action 12 Cinema first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    action cinema michael ross gmless rpg academy metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep297 – Split Decision

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024


    In our 297th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss some common gaming challenges faced by our particular group. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Richard, Vanessa, and Brian The post MetAnon Ep297 – Split Decision first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    split decision metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep296 – Is He Punching My Ship?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 59:48


    In our 296th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk to my brother about getting back into gaming after a long break and adapting to our play style. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Brian, […] The post MetAnon Ep296 – Is He Punching My Ship? first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    ship punching metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep295 – Ploddy Points Campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 29:14


    In our 295th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we finally greet the new year with some casual gaming discussion and this year's TsunamiCon announcement. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, and Vanessa Support us […] The post MetAnon Ep295 – Ploddy Points Campaign first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich campaign points tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep294 – Social Combat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 85:48


    In our 294th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss alternative styles of conflict in RPGs. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa and Joe Support us on PATREON | Join us on DISCORD! […] The post MetAnon Ep294 – Social Combat first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    social rich discord combat rpgs joe support metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon LIVE! / TsunamiCon 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2023 35:28


    LIVE! from TsunamiCon with group of local gamers. We discuss some of our favorite games from the con. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Thanks for another amazing year at TsunamiCon! The post MetAnon LIVE! / TsunamiCon 2023 first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    live tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep293 – A Bone to Pick

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 65:26


    In our 293rd roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss satisfaction in gaming and roleplaying the little things. We also talk convention gaming and TsunamiCon. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa and Brian […] The post MetAnon Ep293 – A Bone to Pick first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich bone tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep292 – One Goblet to Rule Them All

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 89:41


    In our 292nd roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss using treasure as a worldbuilding tool. We also talk convention gaming and TsunamiCon. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Joe and Vanessa Get Your […] The post MetAnon Ep292 – One Goblet to Rule Them All first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich goblet rule them all tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep291 – New Kids in Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 61:34


    In our 291st roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss PCs rolling into an urban setting for the first time. We also talk convention gaming and TsunamiCon. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Note: I apologize in […] The post MetAnon Ep291 – New Kids in Town first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    pcs new kids tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep290 – Get in the Ring

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 79:20


    In our 290th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss PC secrets and interparty conflict, character voices, and more. We also talk TsunamiCon. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Joe and Vanessa Get Your […] The post MetAnon Ep290 – Get in the Ring first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich ring pc tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep289 – A Sense of Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 68:00


    In our 289th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss our recent GameDay festivities and our latest campaign endeavor. And of course, TsunamiCon. We also talk player perspective when roleplaying combat scenes. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at […] The post MetAnon Ep289 – A Sense of Perspective first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    sense perspective gameday tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep288 – Spicy Loose Meat Folded Sandwich Tuesday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 63:32


    In our 288th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we read a follow-up email from Tadd and discuss our newest game excursion using Pathfinder for Savage Worlds and Fantasy Grounds. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, […] The post MetAnon Ep288 – Spicy Loose Meat Folded Sandwich Tuesday first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    MetAnon Ep287 – That Super Secret Special Sauce

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2023 107:25


    In our 287th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss an email on game pitches and campaign models. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, Jess and jim pinto Links from the show: Fairview […] The post MetAnon Ep287 – That Super Secret Special Sauce first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich fairview super secret special sauce metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep286 – Everyone Else is Doing It…

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 78:45


    In our 286th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, our panel discusses the recent WotC kerfluffle surrounding the Open Gaming License (OGL). Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, Joe, Ken, Brian and John Links […] The post MetAnon Ep286 – Everyone Else is Doing It… first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich everyone else wizards of the coast doing it metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep285 – A Convo with Brad from Midwest GameFest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2023 78:36


    In our 285th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we visit with Brad Kelley from Midwest GameFest in the wake of the recent convention. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, Jess, and Brad Links […] The post MetAnon Ep285 – A Convo with Brad from Midwest GameFest first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich midwest convo gamefest metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep284 – Cultural Bias

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2022 66:39


    In our 284th roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss how cultural dynamics influence the gaming experience. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, and Jess The post MetAnon Ep284 – Cultural Bias first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich cultural bias metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep283 – Campaign Models: The Odyssey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 58:56


    In our 283rd roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we break down Homer's epic about a hero on a longer journey home as a model for building a campaign. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, […] The post MetAnon Ep283 – Campaign Models: The Odyssey first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich campaign models odyssey homer metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep282 – Sympathetic Villainy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 82:24


    In our 282nd roundtable episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss sympathetic villains and their role in the game. We also tangent. Just a bit. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, and Jess The post MetAnon Ep282 – Sympathetic Villainy first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich sympathetic villainy metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon LIVE! / TsunamiCon 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 39:46


    LIVE! from TsunamiCon with group of local gamers. We discuss some of our favorite games from the con. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, and Vanessa Thanks for another amazing year at TsunamiCon! The post MetAnon LIVE! / TsunamiCon 2022 first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    live rich tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep281 – 3D Dungeons of DEATH

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 41:31


    In our 281st regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss exploiting PC contacts and connections to engage players with the setting. We also talk about TsunamiCon. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, and […] The post MetAnon Ep281 – 3D Dungeons of DEATH first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    death rich pc dungeons tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep280 – Filing Off the Serial Numbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 60:08


    In our 280th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss the practice of creating new objects, monsters, and rule variants by modifying existing content. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Joe, and Vanessa Links […] The post MetAnon Ep280 – Filing Off the Serial Numbers first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich numbers serial filing metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Int41 – Zac Goins & Andrew Bishkinskyi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 64:09


    In this episode of our interview series, Erik visits with Zac Goins from World of Game Design and Andrew Bishkinskyi from Sword Compass Games regarding their newest D&D Kickstarter project, Deep & Dangerous 5e. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Questions or comments? Feel free to drop us […] The post MetAnon Int41 – Zac Goins & Andrew Bishkinskyi first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    world deep dangerous game design goins metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep279 – The Power to Choose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 63:12


    In our 279th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss the power of meaningful choices in the narrative of the game. We also talk TsunamiCon and some recent events in our own games. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line […] The post MetAnon Ep279 – The Power to Choose first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    power to choose tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep278 – Time for Some Smooth Jazz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 67:52


    In our 278th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss metagaming as party shorthand. We also talk about the environment as an enemy in the game, punishing PCs for avoiding dangerous situations, and running small unbalanced parties.. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, […] The post MetAnon Ep278 – Time for Some Smooth Jazz first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    pcs smooth jazz metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep277 – Anthropomorphization and Other Ridiculously Long Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 80:40


    In our 277th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we visit a grab bag of tangential topics while visiting friends in Wichita. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Joe, and Alicia TsunamiCon | Get Your Badge The post MetAnon Ep277 – Anthropomorphization and Other Ridiculously Long Words first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    wichita metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep276 – Back to the Table!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 67:40


    In our 276th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we revisit the details of our successful first live GameDay since the pandemic. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Joe, and John TsunamiCon | Get Your […] The post MetAnon Ep276 – Back to the Table! first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich table gameday metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep275 – A Bit o’ Spice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 55:31


    In our 275th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about upcoming events, new games we're checking out, and some of the challenges of transitioning between online and at-the-table. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, […] The post MetAnon Ep275 – A Bit o' Spice first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    spice metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep274 – Unreliable Narrators

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 77:59


    In our 274th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about unreliable narrators and provide tips on using them effectively. We also make a very special TsunamiCon announcement! Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Niera, […] The post MetAnon Ep274 – Unreliable Narrators first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    narrators unreliable tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep273 – Close to the Edge

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 40:05


    In our 273rd regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about dynamic uses for magic and system limitations that douse creativity. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, and the Kidd The post MetAnon Ep273 – Close to the Edge first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich kidd close to the edge metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep272 – Legacies

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 54:25


    In our 272nd regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about legacies in the game world as character rewards and player goals. We also touch on using overpowered enemies for encounters that aren't necessarily meant to devolve into combat. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join […] The post MetAnon Ep272 – Legacies first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    legacies metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep271 – If I Had a Hammer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 53:57


    In our 271st regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about building character identity and approach to meeting challenges entirely around a PC's talents. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Jason, and Vanessa The post MetAnon Ep271 – If I Had a Hammer first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich pc hammer metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep270 – Back to the Grind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 61:43


    In our 270th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we examine the struggle of breathing life into the grind of adventure games. We also talk about recent games, gaming with kids, and trying new things. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a […] The post MetAnon Ep270 – Back to the Grind first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    grind metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep269 – Breaking the Ice

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 81:38


    In our 269th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about elements of the Roleplaying Experience that enhance immersion. We also touch on our recent experiences with Level Up: Advanced 5th Edition and some best practices for creating immersive dialogue that advances story. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) […] The post MetAnon Ep269 – Breaking the Ice first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    ice breaking the ice level up advanced metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep268 – Ballroom Dancing

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 34:09


    In our 268th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about character roles and system design, and touch on a party concept for our newest game. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, Rich, Vanessa, […] The post MetAnon Ep268 – Ballroom Dancing first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich ballroom dancing metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep267 – They’ve Gone to Plaid!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 60:16


    In our 267th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about DRAGONS! Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Rich, Vanessa, and the Kidd Links from the show: Exposition Street: A Prismatic Filmcast (Podcast)Join us on […] The post MetAnon Ep267 – They've Gone to Plaid! first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich dragons plaid metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon LIVE! / TsunamiCon 2021 Virtual Con

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2021 50:55


    LIVE! from TsunamiCon with a whole host of hosts and patrons. We discuss our presence during the convention, everyone's experience at the con, best games of the weekend, and so forth. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. […] The post MetAnon LIVE! / TsunamiCon 2021 Virtual Con first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    live virtual tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep266 – Behavioral Modification

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 44:05


    In our 265th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast talks about sketching out behavioral development for PCs as a great tool for building fun and rewarding characters. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, […] The post MetAnon Ep266 – Behavioral Modification first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    pcs behavioral modification metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep265 – Shifting the Goalposts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 70:41


    In our 265th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, a cast of GMs discusses the art of adapting the game to the players ideas and expectations. We also talk about different GMing styles and challenges, relationships with players, and recovering from a broken schedule. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) […] The post MetAnon Ep265 – Shifting the Goalposts first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    shifting gms goalposts gming metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep264 – Pick a Little, Talk a Little

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 45:25


    In our 264th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik shares his Gen Con experience with the cast. We also talk up TsunamiCon and some of our recent games. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, […] The post MetAnon Ep264 – Pick a Little, Talk a Little first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    talk gencon little talk tsunamicon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep263 – A GEN CONversation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 58:52


    In our 263rd regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik is joined by Dan from CarpeGM for a candid conversation at Gen Con 2021. They talk about some of their Gen Con gaming experiences, observations about the con, and impressions regarding the game industry in the wake of the pandemic. Dan also highlights a number of […] The post MetAnon Ep263 – A GEN CONversation first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    gencon metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep262 – It’s a Palindrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 49:14


    In our 262nd regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we talk about characters staking their claim in the game world and putting themselves on the map by building strongholds, guilds, temples, businesses… or even dungeons! Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a […] The post MetAnon Ep262 – It's a Palindrome first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    palindromes metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep261 – Visceral Stylings

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 53:41


    In our 261st regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss action styles in immersive play. He also talk character portrayal and touch on creating visceral experiences in game. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, […] The post MetAnon Ep261 – Visceral Stylings first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    visceral stylings metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep260 – Dancing a Jigsaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 53:11


    In our 260th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we answer a handful of questions from one of our own about building and pacing one-shot scenarios. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, Richard, Vanessa, and […] The post MetAnon Ep260 – Dancing a Jigsaw first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    dancing jigsaw metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Int40 – Jim Pinto/Post World Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 68:17


    In this episode of our interview series, Erik catches up with Jim Pinto of Post World Games to discuss his latest Kickstarter and numerous unrelated, mostly (but not entirely) game-centric nuggets of so-called wisdom. Again. Metagamers Anonymous is a regular podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Questions or comments? Feel free to […] The post MetAnon Int40 – Jim Pinto/Post World Games first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    kickstarter world games jim pinto metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep259 – Surviving the Cook Off of Love Jungle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 44:15


    In our 259th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss a few of the challenges and techniques involved in running one-shots and convention games. We also talk about inspiration and motivation, impostor syndrome, and confident GMing. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop […] The post MetAnon Ep259 – Surviving the Cook Off of Love Jungle first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    surviving jungle cook off gming metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep257 – Battle of the Settings: Mythic Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 63:29


    In our 258th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we examine mythic age gaming and elements of a mythic campaign. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, Richard, and the Kidd Links from the show: Mythic […] The post MetAnon Ep257 – Battle of the Settings: Mythic Age first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    battle settings mythic metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Int39 – Ryan Nock/EN Publishing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 75:11


    In this episode of our interview series, Erik, Rich and Jonikka catch up with Ryan Nock of EN Publishing to wax nostalgic about their experience with his Zeitgeist Adventure Path and discuss his new Kickstarter. Metagamers Anonymous is a regular podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Questions or comments? Feel free to […] The post MetAnon Int39 – Ryan Nock/EN Publishing first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    rich kickstarter nock en publishing metagamers anonymous jonikka prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep257 – Session One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2021 53:39


    In our 257th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss ways to approach Session One with starting scenarios, PC backstories, party frameworks, and so forth. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com. Hosts: Erik, Jason, Richard, Vanessa, and […] The post MetAnon Ep257 – Session One first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    pc session one metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami
    MetAnon Ep256 – Motivationally Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 58:45


    In our 256th regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, we discuss PC motives and how they can be applied to create deeper, more satisfying roleplaying experiences. We also talk about party composition, scheduling difficulties, and themed groups. Metagamers Anonymous is a podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. To join the conversation, drop […] The post MetAnon Ep256 – Motivationally Speaking first appeared on Prismatic Tsunami.

    speaking pc metagamers anonymous prismatic tsunami

    Claim Metagamers Anonymous

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel