Podcasts about travellers

Skid cracks open a supplemental Traveller sourcebook for this session and begins the lifepath of our first alien character! Access ad-free episodes, exclusive podcasts, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jointhenaish.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Come see us LIVE in a city near you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.glasscannonnetwork.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motorcycles aren't meant to back up. If they were, they'd all come with reverse. Sometimes, turning around requires a little creativity—especially on dead-end trails, in parking lots, on hills, or even in your garage. In this episode of RIDER SKILLS, we have Clinton Smout walking us through a number of turnaround methods. Some you might expect, while others may raise your eyebrows—but all of them can be useful tools in your rider skills toolbox.

Ask us questions!After the battle with the monster and reuniting with their crew, the crew decides that it is high time to follow Raul's footsteps and see where he could have gotten snatched. Music by: Karl Casey@White Bat AudioSystem used: Traveller 2e, 2022 UpdateSupport the showFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080355230476

We talk about interview prolific author of Third Horizon adventures Kevin Hassall00.00.40: Introductions00.02.22: Welcome to our new patron: Peter Taylor00.03.53: World of Gaming:   Temeraire RPG from Magpie Games currently Kickstarting; last ten days days of Dragonbane: Trudvang kickstarter; Pirate Borg starter set available and its great plus Down Among the Dead; The Serpent a very Coriolis flavoured Traveller campaign is being kickstarted .... 00.30.31: Old West News: beware AI misrepresentation00.46.26: Interview: Kevin Hassall on his extensive Coriolis and other RPG output.01.22.53: Next time and Goodbye Effekt is brought to you by Effekt Publishing. Music is by Stars in a Black Sea, used with kind permission of Free League Publishing.Like what we do?Sign up for updates on Tales of the Old West via our website and download Tales of the Old West QuickDraw available for free on DriveThru. The core rules are now available on DriveThru too.Put our brand on your face! (and elsewhere)Buy pdfs via our DriveThru Affiliate linkLeave a review on iTunes or PodchaserFind our Actual Play recordings on effektap ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The Ruby Soho travel to corporate owned Hephaestus to make preparations to steal the power source for the Republic's new singularity weapon.  featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Sorry for the delay in releases folks but life has been busy but boy did I come back with a doozy for you. I am being joined in this episode by Katherine(Kat) Gillett, Psychic Astral Traveller. It was an absolute joy to have Katherine on the show and we went down some great wormholes into some amazing topics. We talked about everything from astral projection experiences, summoning faeries, extraterrestrials, human behavioral patterns, reincarnation, and so much more. Katherine's Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@katgillett0229   Uncensored, Untamed & Unapologetic U^3 Podcast Collective: https://www.facebook.com/groups/545827736965770/?ref=share Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juggalobastardpodcasts?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8xJ2KnRBKlYvyo8CMR7jMg

On a mountain road on Colorado's Guanella Pass, motorcyclist Adam Lamb spots a moose stepping out of the brush. Two seconds later, he's airborne, both arms broken and stranded off the road without cell service. Just behind him is Roger Matthews—a board-certified physician and search-and-rescue volunteer—who arrives and immediately begins managing the scene. In this episode, Adam recounts the moments leading up to the crash while Roger explains how he approached scene safety, organized bystanders, and assessed Adam's injuries as they waited for help to arrive. We explore wildlife hazards, speed and stopping distance, emergency braking, and why first aid training and preparation can make a critical difference when riding remote roads.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin yesterday presented 25 students from underrepresented backgrounds with scholarships to study a range of STEM courses, such as AI and cybersecurity, as part of the second phase of the Insight Research Ireland Centre for Data Analytics Scholarship Programme, supported by Google.org and coordinated by Dublin City University (DCU). The event took place in The Foundry, Google Ireland, Barrow St, Dublin 4. Students who received scholarships include members of the Traveller community, students who have been in the care of the state, students with disabilities and refugee students. The Insight Scholarship Programme, supported by Google.org, is the largest scholarship programme of its kind in Ireland. With a funding package of €1.5 million over five years, two cohorts of undergraduate students will receive scholarships to study in one of 230 STEM courses across 12 Irish universities. Forty-two students entered the programme in the first cohort in 2024. A further 25 will be presented with certificates by the Taoiseach at today's event. Scholars will be awarded €5,000 per year, up to a maximum duration of five years. Last year's scholars are now studying STEM courses, with dedicated mentoring support, across 12 Irish universities. Insight scholars come from a wide range of backgrounds, including the Traveller and Roma community, those who have experienced homelessness, students with disabilities, students who have been in State care, refugees and lone parents. Additionally, 60% of the scholars are women pursuing STEM degrees—more than double the national average, where women represent only 33% of STEM students in Irish universities. Taoiseach Micheál Martin said: 'Education is one of the most powerful tools we have to build a fairer, more inclusive Ireland. These scholarships represent far more than financial support; they are an investment in talent, ambition and potential that exists in every community across our country. By widening access to AI, cybersecurity and other STEM disciplines, we are ensuring that the opportunities of the digital age are open to all, not just a few. I want to congratulate each of today's scholars on their wonderful achievement. I also commend Insight, DCU and Google for their leadership in creating the largest scholarship fund of its kind in Ireland. Together, we are strengthening Ireland's future as a global leader in innovation while ensuring that no one is left behind.' Professor Noel O'Connor, Insight CEO, said: 'We are so proud of the 42 Insight scholars now thriving in their STEM studies across the country. These smart, ambitious students are the best expression of Insight's vision: to empower critically aware, creative communities and create a better society for all. This initiative has shown us not only what is possible, but also how urgently programmes like this are needed to drive equity, diversity and inclusion and ultimately to strengthen Ireland's and Europe's future in AI. We warmly welcome the new cohort of Insight scholars joining us today and wish them and their mentors every success.' Vanessa Hartley, Head of Google Ireland Google said: 'Google is proud to support the Insight Scholarship Programme, representing a €1.5 million contribution to Ireland's future tech talent pipeline. By focusing on AI and digital safety, this scholarship directly addresses the growing need to ensure equitable access to these essential skills, driving a stronger and more diverse foundation for Ireland's economy.' Programme Coordinator Megan Griffin said: 'This programme is designed to support students from underserved communities that have long experienced limited access to opportunity, recognising that the barriers they face extend beyond financial disadvantage. Many of our students come from areas with historically low progression rates to higher education, with some disadvantaged communities seeing only 15% of students entering university compared to over 80% in more affluent area...

Nicky and Eric do their best (or worst) Chewbacca impressions as they discuss the dark story of Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is a 2022 Lego-themed action-adventure game developed by Traveller's Tales and published by Warner Bros. Games. It is the sixth installment in the Lego Star Wars video game series. The game is an adaptation of all nine entries in the Skywalker Saga series of films.Press Any Button hosts Nicky (a new gamer) and Eric (a lifetime gamer) are a married couple who both love video games. For every video game they will discuss its past (history of the game, developers story, and fun facts), present (game play, game review and strategy), and future (will there be a sequel?? A movie?)  BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE… Every game also comes with a challenge presented by the host that chose the game. If the challenge is not completed then whoever failed has to do a video game rap! So if you want to learn more about video games, hear some nerdy video game raps, or just have a good time this is the podcast for you. We try to cover all types of video games including: Retro and New video games Playstation, Nintendo, Xbox, Sega, and PC games Any and all genres including RPG, Simulation, Beat em up, platforming, mystery, first person shooter, sandbox, puzzle, action adventure, etc.Follow us on  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pressanybutton_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Credits:Nicky SmithEric LuedtkeMusic by Mark Spurlock and Eric LuedtkeReferences:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lego_Star_Wars:_The_Skywalker_Sagahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lego_Batman:_Legacy_of_the_Dark_Knighthttps://www.polygon.com/features/22891555/lego-star-wars-the-skywalker-saga-has-led-to-extensive-crunch-at-tt-games/https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/LEGO_Star_Wars:_The_Skywalker_Sagahttps://www.lego.com/en-us/games/lego-batman-legacy-dark-knighthttps://legogames.fandom.com/wiki/LEGO_Star_Wars:_The_Skywalker_Saga#Trivia

With their criminal records finally cleared, the Travellers bid farewell to Uakye and set their sights on a secret deep space refueling depot, where they hope to intercept a mysterious alien spacecraft.

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In the Mackenzie some workers are resorting to sleeping in cars, campervans or commuting because there aren't enough affordable rentals as travellers continue to stream through. The local mayor has described Tekapo and Twizel as bursting at the seams with visitors, saying it's a welcome economic boost but it's coming at a cost. Hundreds of homes are earmarked for short term stays and prices are high, leaving some struggling to find a roof over their heads. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more.

Send a textWelcome to You Heard it Here Last where we talk about news, you've already heard.I evidently missed this announcement in November of 2025, so when I got the email from Backerkit about an upcoming launch I might be interested in, I was surprised. Traveller 5e from Mongoose Publishing was coming to Backerkit in March of 2026. https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/4bb4fe4f-753f-484d-8133-870c7c591797/landing?ref=home-pageMy first thought was they were printing a new edition of Traveller, but then I remembered Marc Miller had produced Traveller 5th Edition in 2013. Of course, Mongoose has taken over publishing, but they are in the 2nd edition…then it hit me like a ton of bricks. It was Traveller for Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition.I'm sure if I tried real hard, I could come up with something more useless, but I gotta tell you, right now I'm out of ideas. What a complete waste.Traveller is an iconic roleplaying game with specific systems that work perfectly in that science fiction world it portrays. Rewriting the entire thing for D&D 5E … Stop it. Just Stop it. I know that 5E is the biggest selling game out there and I know this is just a money grab, but Damit people, open another roleplaying game book.I typically cheer for anything that brings more eyes to our hobby, but this isn't a rising tide, it's a tsunami destroying what's good about independent games and alternatives to D&D.I'm tapping out on this one.Christina, thoughts?[Kick to Christina]Mike[Kick to Mike]You might think after my lead in I would avoid all things Hasbro, but our next article from EN World is just too interesting to pass up. We've talked a lot about AI on our podcast and in Hasbro's latest earnings call Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks addressed the company's use of AI.https://www.enworld.org/threads/hasbro-ceo-says-ai-integration-has-been-a-clear-success.717852/“We're beyond experimentation. We're deploying AI across financial planning, forecasting, order management, supply chain operations, training and everyday productivity.” Cocks said. He also broke down how creatives use the tools.Mike, AI has recently become a huge part of your life and after diving into it and embracing it in the workforce you got promoted to COO. Briefly breakdown why AI is the future, whether we like it or not.[Kick to Mike]Christina hit us with the ethical issues[kick to Christina]And there you have it, all the news, you've already heard.

With thousands of flights to and from the Middle East cancelled and many Irish travellers stuck in the region. There will be many listening this morning who have had travel plans affected by the ongoing conflict But what consumer rights exist for travellers in extraordinary situations we now find ourselves in? With advice and guidance we heard from Sinead Ryan Consumer Columnist with The Irish Independent and Presenter of the home show on Newstalk .

With thousands of flights to and from the Middle East cancelled and many Irish travellers stuck in the region. There will be many listening this morning who have had travel plans affected by the ongoing conflict But what consumer rights exist for travellers in extraordinary situations we now find ourselves in? With advice and guidance we heard from Sinead Ryan Consumer Columnist with The Irish Independent and Presenter of the home show on Newstalk .

Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks with Nirosha Sidat, Country Manager Africa for Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) to explore exciting new cruise destinations now open to travellers. From emerging global hotspots to unforgettable experiences at sea, they unpack what’s new, what’s trending, and why cruising continues to be one of the most sought-after ways to travel.702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At last, Trapped History's inaugural Hall of Fame nomination is here: Rosemary Brown's nominee from our very first episode.You may remember that Rosemary joined us to find out all about the marvellous Nellie Bly, adventurer, entrepreneur, war reporter and one of the very first investigative journalists in history. And perhaps Nellie's greatest exploit was to play Jules Verne at his own game and travel around the world in (under) 80 days.But Nellie wasn't the only person to do that. There was another woman travelling around the world . . . So tune in to hear the story of that other great tenacious traveller, Elizabeth Bisland.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Welcome to the Ballad of the Seven Dice. The party has now entered the dwarf lords domain and are about to undergo the hardest trials they have faced yet.         !SPOILER WARNING, YOU'VE BEEN WARNED! Hey there Travellers, this is for the people who wish to skip scenes due to the trigger warnings. For the first pillar scene dealing with themes of grief and imagery of hanging. In this scene the party is presented with Houndman's body and a basin filled with blood. Through the process they try and apologize to houndman. They find out they must put the blood back into houndman and after they each do this once, Akihiko takes it on himself to do the rest. For a moment he sees houndman's crooked grin before he pixilates again.    For the second pillar dealing with themes of suicide. This part features a mirror trial where characters are forced to witness and cause the death of their own reflections to progress as an inscription says "only one may pass". The mirror then deposits the bones for the players in the third pillar trial.      Check out our YouTube Want to join in on the conversation? Join Our Discord Show Notes Sin and Sinners, Experiment 4, Astral Projection, Creepy Doll, Dark Secret - Dark Fantasy Studio Filip Melvan - Fable Under The Table - 05 Tavern At The End Of Road Cellar - Monument Studios Cursed Forest, Quiet Tavern, Medieval City Indoors, Urban Park at Night, Daytime Forest, Fantasy Medieval City, - Michaël Ghelfi 

Travellers have been left grounded as countries surrounding Iran shut their airspace within hours of the strikes on Tehran. Travel Agents Association chief executive Julie White spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The Guillemot finally arrives in the Tilfar system; and the Traveller discovers a salon offering its clients a fresh start…Transcript available at www.monstrousproductions.org/travelling-light/tls02-e073This episode's entry to the archives was based on an idea by August Thevoldsoy, with accompanying artwork on Instagram @Monstrous_Productions, on Tumblr @Monstrous_Productions and on Bluesky @MonstrousPod.Submit your own entries to the archive at monstrousproductions.org, by email at submissions@monstrousproductions.org, or through our social media accounts. We accept everything from one-line prompts to fully written entries. See the website for more details.This episode includes an audience decision. Should the Traveller go to a sporting event to pass the time or to the theatre? Vote by making a donation at ko-fi.com/monstrousproductions or signing up for monthly donations. Supporters will also receive bonus artwork and additional content, and an invitation to the Monstrous Productions Discord server.----Created by H.R. Owen and Matt McDyre.Written and performed by H.R. OwenTheme tune: Travelling Light Theme by VincaFeaturing sound effects from Snake16547 and 607freesound, accessed through freesound.orgAdditional sound by H.R. Owen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe's Gonna Roll through this Traveller character creation session and things get wild. Access ad-free episodes, exclusive podcasts, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jointhenaish.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Come see us LIVE in a city near you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.glasscannonnetwork.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nasiru Ibrahim — an architect from Nigeria and a new adventure rider — sets out on his first true motorcycle journey with a simple idea: ride his Yamaha Ténéré to the Ténéré Desert. It's an ambitious first trip, fueled by equal parts curiosity and confidence. Heading north through regions where the language and culture feel familiar, he anticipates the usual challenges — long distances, fatigue, border crossings, and the uncertainties of travelling solo. Instead, a routine stop in a small desert town leads to his arrest and detention in a politically tense region. What follows is a two-week ordeal far from home, as he navigates uncertainty, bureaucracy, and the stark realization of how quickly an adventure can take an unexpected turn.

You know how most D&D characters are born fully formed at level one — parents dead, personality optional, and a backstory written five minutes before initiative? Yeah — not today. Today we're rolling childhood trauma on random tables, getting adopted by gnomes after fatal alchemy accidents, committing crimes we didn't commit, and possibly dying before Session One even starts. Because life path character creation doesn't just ask: "Who are you?" It asks: "What if your wizard got fired, drafted, divorced, marooned, or eaten by bureaucracy before the campaign began?" So grab some dice — we're not building characters. We're speedrunning their entire existential crisis. Show Notes This episode explores life path character creation systems — an alternative to traditional menu-driven D&D character building — examining how different RPGs integrate backstory directly into mechanics and narrative identity. The hosts contrast standard Dungeons & Dragons character creation, where mechanics and story can exist independently, with life path approaches that embed history into character structure and development. Instead of assembling a build from selectable options, lifepath systems simulate formative experiences through randomized or semi-structured progression. Life path creation is framed as a form of "session negative one" — a prologue where the character's life unfolds before play begins. Characters might be recruited, drafted, fired, injured, or otherwise transformed during creation, sometimes even dying before gameplay begins (famously in Traveller). This approach produces characters with rich histories and emotional weight while removing optimization control — emphasizing emergent narrative over build efficiency. The conversation examines multiple implementations: D&D (Xanathar's Guide) Random tables generate birthplace, family structure, and life events. These tools help players — especially newcomers — construct organic backstories and roleplaying hooks without mechanical impact. Pathfinder (Ultimate Campaign) A background generator integrates story and mechanics through traits, flaws, and narrative modifiers tied to ancestry, upbringing, and experiences — encouraging characters built from story outward rather than optimization inward. Traveller Presented as the canonical lifepath system, characters advance through four-year career terms determined by rolls and stats. Players attempt education, military service, or careers and face survival checks, advancement, injury, debt, or social gain — producing veterans shaped by experience rather than archetype selection. Across systems, the hosts emphasize that lifepath creation trades predictability for storytelling power — generating flawed, surprising, and memorable characters that feel lived-in before session one begins. The episode ultimately frames lifepaths as a creativity engine: Excellent for players who struggle with backstories Great for emergent storytelling Occasionally traumatic for min-maxers Because sometimes you wanted to be an astronaut — and instead you lost a leg in character creation. Key Takeaways Life path character creation vs traditional D&D character creation Menu-driven builds separate mechanics from narrative, while lifepaths integrate backstory-driven RPG character generation into mechanics and identity "Session Negative One" storytelling approach Lifepaths act as playable prologues generating history through simulated events Randomization encourages emergent roleplay Tables and rolls produce unexpected backgrounds that spark creativity and character depth Optimization vs storytelling tension Lifepaths prioritize narrative authenticity over build control, often frustrating min-max players D&D Xanathar's system — narrative only Useful for generating flavor and roleplay hooks without mechanical changes Pathfinder background generator — mechanical integration Traits, flaws, and story feats connect upbringing to gameplay bonuses Traveller — full simulation lifepath model Career progression, survival checks, and aging create veteran characters with lived histories Ideal use cases Players struggling with creative backstories Groups seeking collaborative storytelling depth Campaigns emphasizing narrative immersion Core philosophical takeaway Characters don't begin at Level One — they arrive shaped by experience Lifepaths transform character creation from assembly to biography Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

You know how most D&D characters are born fully formed at level one — parents dead, personality optional, and a backstory written five minutes before initiative? Yeah — not today. Today we're rolling childhood trauma on random tables, getting adopted by gnomes after fatal alchemy accidents, committing crimes we didn't commit, and possibly dying before Session One even starts. Because life path character creation doesn't just ask: "Who are you?" It asks: "What if your wizard got fired, drafted, divorced, marooned, or eaten by bureaucracy before the campaign began?" So grab some dice — we're not building characters. We're speedrunning their entire existential crisis. Show Notes This episode explores life path character creation systems — an alternative to traditional menu-driven D&D character building — examining how different RPGs integrate backstory directly into mechanics and narrative identity. The hosts contrast standard Dungeons & Dragons character creation, where mechanics and story can exist independently, with life path approaches that embed history into character structure and development. Instead of assembling a build from selectable options, lifepath systems simulate formative experiences through randomized or semi-structured progression. Life path creation is framed as a form of "session negative one" — a prologue where the character's life unfolds before play begins. Characters might be recruited, drafted, fired, injured, or otherwise transformed during creation, sometimes even dying before gameplay begins (famously in Traveller). This approach produces characters with rich histories and emotional weight while removing optimization control — emphasizing emergent narrative over build efficiency. The conversation examines multiple implementations: D&D (Xanathar's Guide) Random tables generate birthplace, family structure, and life events. These tools help players — especially newcomers — construct organic backstories and roleplaying hooks without mechanical impact. Pathfinder (Ultimate Campaign) A background generator integrates story and mechanics through traits, flaws, and narrative modifiers tied to ancestry, upbringing, and experiences — encouraging characters built from story outward rather than optimization inward. Traveller Presented as the canonical lifepath system, characters advance through four-year career terms determined by rolls and stats. Players attempt education, military service, or careers and face survival checks, advancement, injury, debt, or social gain — producing veterans shaped by experience rather than archetype selection. Across systems, the hosts emphasize that lifepath creation trades predictability for storytelling power — generating flawed, surprising, and memorable characters that feel lived-in before session one begins. The episode ultimately frames lifepaths as a creativity engine: Excellent for players who struggle with backstories Great for emergent storytelling Occasionally traumatic for min-maxers Because sometimes you wanted to be an astronaut — and instead you lost a leg in character creation. Key Takeaways Life path character creation vs traditional D&D character creation Menu-driven builds separate mechanics from narrative, while lifepaths integrate backstory-driven RPG character generation into mechanics and identity "Session Negative One" storytelling approach Lifepaths act as playable prologues generating history through simulated events Randomization encourages emergent roleplay Tables and rolls produce unexpected backgrounds that spark creativity and character depth Optimization vs storytelling tension Lifepaths prioritize narrative authenticity over build control, often frustrating min-max players D&D Xanathar's system — narrative only Useful for generating flavor and roleplay hooks without mechanical changes Pathfinder background generator — mechanical integration Traits, flaws, and story feats connect upbringing to gameplay bonuses Traveller — full simulation lifepath model Career progression, survival checks, and aging create veteran characters with lived histories Ideal use cases Players struggling with creative backstories Groups seeking collaborative storytelling depth Campaigns emphasizing narrative immersion Core philosophical takeaway Characters don't begin at Level One — they arrive shaped by experience Lifepaths transform character creation from assembly to biography Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Matthew, Skid, and Joe begin creating the characters that will be played in the GCN's first ever Traveller Gauntlets at Gen Con! Access ad-free episodes, exclusive podcasts, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jointhenaish.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Come see us LIVE in a city near you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.glasscannonnetwork.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask us questions!The crew returns to the Skyhammer to try and find out anything that could have happened to Raul. Music by: Karl Casey@White Bat AudioSystem used: Traveller 2e, 2022 UpdateSupport the showFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080355230476

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Raised in the mild climate of Northern California, Christopher Griffen's steady diet of Marvel comic books, Star Wars, Dungeons & Dragons, and all the sci-fi he could read turned him into the man-child that he is today. Now a writer of both role-playing games – Traveller, from Mongoose Publishing is his game of choice – and comics from Markosia Publishing, he is living the dream, collaborating with some of the best in the business to create narratives for all to enjoy. Please check out these relevant links: Pioneer RPG Christopher Griffen on DriveThruRPG Christopher Griffen on Amazon Welcome to Dice in Mind, a podcast hosted by Bradley Browne and Jason Kaufman to explore the intersection of life, games, science, music, philosophy, and creativity through interviews with leading creatives. All are welcome in this space. Royalty-free music "Night Jazz Beats" courtesy of flybirdaudio.

The crew returns to Calypso to regroup and uncover the secrets of Clara Vale's secret message. featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Motorcycles have evolved, and with that evolution comes more electronics — including CAN bus systems that many riders still misunderstand. If you've ever seen a mysterious warning light or struggled with adding accessories like auxiliary lights, you've probably heard CAN bus blamed. In this episode, we break down what CAN bus actually is, why it's not the enemy of customization, and how modern systems can actually create more opportunity for riders who understand them.

The Travellers have been hired by Milis Trifan to investigate an alien derelict in deep space, but first they must deal with the criminal records that keep them grounded on Uakye. So while that's getting straightened out, they might as well participate in a death race!

A group of five Travellers say they were turned away from a Howth restaurant after booking a table – told their reservation was cancelled and “you're not getting in tonight”. It raises a massive question: do pubs, bars and restaurants have the right to refuse anyone, anytime… or is that just discrimination dressed up as “management reserves the right”?We spoke to Kathleen, a Traveller in her 50s who says she's been refused her whole life. Others in hospitality argue venues are wary because of past trouble.

A positive outlook for Chinese tourism as a new visa pathway delivers results. The trial allows Chinese and Pacific travellers with a valid Australian visa to enter New Zealand for up to three months. Arrivals have nearly tripled since December, with Chinese tourists injecting about $210 million into Kiwi businesses. Tourism Holdings Limited Chief Executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking the trial is absolutely working and New Zealand's responding faster to growing demand from Chinese visitors. He says this just gives more options for these travellers, adding we're fortunate to have this system as it doesn't work the other way around. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the huge storm closed State Highway One between Taihape and Hunterville yesterday leaving hundreds of drivers stranded, the community at Winiata Marae knew just what to do. They quickly put word out that warm food and a place to rest could be found at the marae on the outskirts of Taihape. Our reporter Robin Martin was there.

Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to chat about some great deals and incredible trips for adults looking to get away.Sarah has picked a wide range of holidays suitable for couples, friends and solo travellers. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

After a brief encounter with a Republic deserter, the crew heads to Dionysus to steal an arms shipment bound for the Navy.  featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

What happens when two seasoned overland riders trade full-size adventure bikes for 50cc, 50-year-old two-strokes? German engineers Bea Höbenreich and Helmut Koch set out to prove that real motorcycle adventure isn't about horsepower or gear—it's about mindset. From Australia's punishing outback to Cape York's legendary Old Telegraph Track, they battled bike drownings, deep sand, brutal creek crossings, and relentless headwinds on the smallest machines in the landscape.

Welcome to the Ballad of the Seven Dice. Happy Holidays dear Travellers! The investigators are prepped and ready to dive into the operation. Will they meet TAB? Will they get caught in their plans? Will someone go maverick?  NOTE: Fatuma's audio is a little off this episode. We tried to fix it up the best we can, so we hope you enjoy the episode!  Check out our YouTube Want to join in on the conversation? Join Our Discord Show Notes Conspiracy Unravel, Closing In, A Bad Outcome - Monument Studio Neon God, Experiment 4, Snowfield, Time, In This Time,  - Dark Fantasy Studio Italian City Streets, Urban Night   - Michaël Ghelfi

Ask us questions!Gendry is reunited with The Crew of the Cosmic Orca armed with vital information about what Rhys Mercer was up to. Music by: Karl Casey@White Bat Audio and SoundridemusicSystem used: Traveller 2e, 2022 UpdateSupport the showFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080355230476

Cuba is sliding deeper into crisis as it is cut off from energy sources due to U.S. sanctions. Now a shortage of aviation fuel is affecting Canadians directly as Air Canada cancels all flights, forcing travellers to scramble to get home.And: Ontario is placing every police service under a microscope, after the province's largest police force was caught up in a massive corruption case. Several Toronto police officers now face criminal charges. The province's independent investigation is a move seen by some to try to restore public trust in policing.Also: A new report is giving a better understanding about what drives food allergies in kids. And there's little a parent can do to prevent their child from developing one.Plus: Olympic drones, Alberta separatism, Epstein files, and more.

A culture where repair work takes on spiritual meaning; and the Traveller and Scarry go out for dinner...Plus the reveal of last week's audience vote!Transcript available at www.monstrousproductions.org/travelling-light/tls02-e072This episode's entry to the archives was based on an idea by Matthew Walker, with accompanying artwork on Instagram @Monstrous_Productions, on Tumblr @Monstrous_Productions and on Bluesky @MonstrousPod.Submit your own entries to the archive at monstrousproductions.org, by email at submissions@monstrousproductions.org, or through our social media accounts. We accept everything from one-line prompts to fully written entries. See the website for more details.Support the show by making a donation at ko-fi.com/monstrousproductions or signing up for monthly donations. Supporters will also receive bonus artwork and additional content, and an invitation to the Monstrous Productions Discord server.----Created by H.R. Owen and Matt McDyre.Written and performed by H.R. OwenTheme tune: Travelling Light Theme by VincaFeaturing sound effects from Snake16547 and 607freesound, accessed through freesound.orgAdditional sound by H.R. Owen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's something about being on a motorcycle that just feels right — in ways that are hard to explain, but easy to recognize. Not long ago on the show, cognitive scientist Mark Changizi, author of Motorcycle Mind, talked about how riding a motorcycle is unlike anything else we do, because the physics involved mean the bike responds directly to your body — your balance, your inputs, your movement — reacting instantly, almost like a hybrid of human and machine moving as one. That connection sharpens focus and pulls you fully into the moment, and according to Changizi, it can change how our brains process space, motion, and risk. Those changes don't necessarily stop when the bike is shut off, and for some people, riding becomes a place to return to — a way forward when other things aren't working, a focus when life is closing in — and that idea sits at the center of today's episode, as Rusty David shares his story.This episode contains a brief reference to suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

Stranded almost 200 kilometers from the shore, chest-deep in a shallow sea, the Travellers must survive the environment and the wildlife until they can be rescued.

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we rope friend of the show KT back into a discussion of our favorite Cosmick Traveller, Dirk Gillabel. In this one we explore beyond singing bowls, tarot, and gnomes. How does the etheric body work? How can you use astral projection to contact sound-light beings? Did Dirk have a chance encounter with a Dragon entity in 90s New York? Who is the Lady with the Star? We discuss all this and much more!

Adventure riding has a strange relationship with risk. We prepare, carry tools, research routes, ride with friends, and do everything we can to stack the odds in our favour on adventure motorcycle rides. But every now and then, something appears that wasn't on the map or in the plan, and it shows up faster than we can process it. In those moments, the problem isn't just the obstacle itself, but what happens next. This story takes place on a remote stretch of Nevada's historic Pony Express Trail, a well-known backcountry route for adventure riders—experienced riders, familiar terrain, and a route travelled for generations. It's the kind of ride where preparation feels like it should be enough, until it isn't, and decisions suddenly matter in ways you don't expect when riding far from help.

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Gravel riding makes many motorcycle riders uneasy — not because the bike is out of control, but because it doesn't behave the way pavement has trained us to expect. The front wanders, the bars move, braking distances grow, and the instinct is to hold on tight and slow down — usually making things worse. On this episode of Rider Skills, we break gravel riding down into four clear lessons: how to let the bike move without panicking; how throttle, braking, and electronics change traction on loose surfaces; how to read gravel roads and choose lines intentionally; and why braking and cornering with limited traction is not only possible, but fun.

In 2003, Bryan Jones and his wife, Max, joined a guided motorcycle tour through Cambodia, expecting a challenging but well-run adventure motorcycle trip through jungles, villages, and remote roads. What they got instead was something very different — aging bikes, a guide who kept disappearing, and a journey that quickly became unpredictable.