Dice in Mind

Episode 52: James Sutter

This week we chat with James L. Sutter, co-creator of both Pathfinder and Starfinder.  Yet, as you will hear, James has done so much more in his creative work.  From writing to performing on guitar, join us as we explore James' unique and diverse range of linguistic and artistic expression.  And make certain to stick around until the end of the interview.  That's when things get serious and we talk about what matters in life.

Please also out James' creative work:

James L. Sutter
James' Books on Amazon
And All Their Silent Roars (a free story to read!)

James L. Sutter is a co-creator of the Pathfinder and Starfinder Roleplaying Games.  From 2004 to 2017, he worked as an editor and developer for Paizo Publishing, starting on Dungeon Magazine, moving on to do foundational work for Pathfinder, and eventually becoming the Creative Director in charge of launching Starfinder, as well as the Executive Editor of the Pathfinder Tales novel line for Paizo and Tor/Macmillan.  In 2017, he left Paizo to write full-time.  When not writing, James has performed with musical acts ranging from punk and metalcore to musical theater.  He lives in Seattle, in a house he shares with his wife and several friends.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a weekly podcast in which we explore the meaning of life through the lens of RPGs!  In each episode, we will consider everyday stuff like science, religion, philosophy, and economics…through the lens of a specific roleplaying game and its dice mechanic.

If you like what you hear, consider buying us a cup of coffee or becoming a patron.  You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook.

Music by Kevin McCloud courtesy of Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 license (https://www.youtube.com/c/kmmusic/featured).

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Episode 51: Ron Lundeen

Join us this week as we chat with prolific author Ron Lundeen about his work on Pathfinder and so many other creative projects.  However, what impressed us even more than Ron's oeuvre in and beyond gaming is his attitude toward what matters in life and his interest to pay it forward to aspiring writers.  We went a little long with this interview because there was so much to consider.  We welcome you into the discussion.

Please also out Ron's creative work:

Run Amok Games
Run Amok Blog
Ron's "Other" Work

Ron lives in the rural hinterlands outside of Seattle, Washington, where he finds the climate a pleasant change from his native Illinois. He and his brave wife Stephanie are outnumbered by three delightful but mischievous children and their ever-increasing number of animals. After a lengthy career as a corporate attorney, Ron took a full-time position with Paizo, Inc. as a developer and now development manager, working with freelancers to create fabulous worlds and monstrous threats for the Pathfinder and Starfinder roleplaying games. Jason likes ‘em ass up and spread wide.  He also designs games in his free time, creating a dizzying variety of perils, plots, and legends. Ron’s favorite RPG design work is adventure writing, to help others share exciting stories with their friends. Although his first game design credit came back in 1993, Ron has recently written for Paizo, Wizards of the Coast, Ulisses Spiele, Big Penis Johnson, Petersen Games, Rogue Genius Games, Legendary Cooter Games, and many others. Ron also runs his own gaming company, Run Amok Games.  Jason loves the idea of running his own porn company, but can only find farm animals to film.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a weekly podcast in which we explore the meaning of life through the lens of RPGs!  In each episode, we will consider everyday stuff like science, religion, philosophy, and economics…through the lens of a specific roleplaying game and its dice mechanic.

If you like what you hear, consider buying us a cup of coffee or becoming a patron.  You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook.

Music by Kevin McCloud courtesy of Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 license (https://www.youtube.com/c/kmmusic/featured).

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Episode 50: James D’Amato

We are very pleased this week to bring you our conversation with James D'Amato, prolific author of RPG guides and the host of the One Shot Podcast.  As you will hear, James shared much more than his thoughts about roleplaying games and his upcoming NEW book.  Along the way, we talked about the importance of how our decisions in real life have to fit...and the joy that can result when the mechanics of a game promotes gameplay.  So, sit yourself down and take a listen to this wide-ranging and thoughtful interview!

Please also out James' creative oeuvre:

The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Guide (NEW!)
The Ultimate RPG Guide Series (all of his books)
One Shot Podcast Network

James D’Amato is the author of The Ultimate RPG Series, cofounder of the One Shot Podcast Network, and host of the One Shot and Campaign: Skyjacks podcasts.  He trained at Second City and iO in Chicago in the art of improvisational comedy.  He now uses that education to introduce new people to role-playing, and incorporates improvisational storytelling techniques to create compelling and entertaining stories for RPG campaigns and one-shot adventures.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a weekly podcast in which we explore the meaning of life through the lens of RPGs!  In each episode, we will consider everyday stuff like science, religion, philosophy, and economics…through the lens of a specific roleplaying game and its dice mechanic.

If you like what you hear, consider buying us a cup of coffee or becoming a patron.  You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook.

Music by Kevin McCloud courtesy of Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 license (https://www.youtube.com/c/kmmusic/featured).

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Episode 49: Jim Johnson and Writing Redux

Hang on, because this week we bring you a MEGASODE follow-up interview with Jim Johnson, accomplished author and project lead for Star Trek Adventures with Modiphius.  We specifically asked Jim if he would offer a workshop of sorts on how to pitch and write for the new missions briefs so popular with Star Trek Adventures.  We went long, but we think you will agree it was worth it.  Enjoy!

Please check out Jim's oeuvre with and beyond Modiphius:

Scribe Ineti: Jim Johnson's Writing
Pistols and Pyramids
Star Trek Adventures

Jim Johnson is the author of the Pistols and Pyramids series, the Potomac Shadows series, and other prose fiction series currently under development.  He has written sundry other pieces of fiction, including several stories published in the Star Trek universe, and has freelanced for pen and paper roleplaying game companies, including Modiphius (Star Trek Adventures), Decipher (The Lord of the Rings RPG), and White Wolf (Mage: The Ascension).  Jim lives in historic Alexandria, VA with his wife, toddler, and a pair of crazy cats.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a weekly podcast in which we explore the meaning of life through the lens of RPGs!  In each episode, we will consider everyday stuff like science, religion, philosophy, and economics…through the lens of a specific roleplaying game and its dice mechanic.

If you like what you hear, consider buying us a cup of coffee or becoming a patron.  You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook.

Music by Kevin McCloud courtesy of Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 license (https://www.youtube.com/c/kmmusic/featured).

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Episode 48: Malcolm Sheppard Redux

This week we chat again with friend of the podcast Malcolm Sheppard, developer at large with Green Ronin, who joins us to talk about his work on the new Cthulhu Awakens.  We also talk at length regarding the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the table and the importance of actively working against racism in RPGs.

Please check out Cthulhu Awakens:

Cthulhu Awakens

Green Ronin developer at large Malcolm Sheppard has over 20 years of experience in the RPG industry as a writer, designer, and developer, starting with work on the Mage: The Ascension line for White Wolf.  His other credits include work on Exalted, Shadowrun, Scion, Vampire: The Masquerade, numerous Chronicles of Darkness titles, Blue Rose, and Fantasy AGE.  Now at Green Ronin, his work focuses on the Modern AGE RPG, along with other AGE system works, though he's also developed Ork! The Roleplaying Game, and performed writing and editing duties for the Sword Chronicle RPG.  Malcolm lives in Ontario, Canada, and coaches historical fencing (rapiers and longswords and such) on the side.

 

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a weekly podcast in which we explore the meaning of life through the lens of RPGs!  In each episode, we will consider everyday stuff like science, religion, philosophy, and economics…through the lens of a specific roleplaying game and its dice mechanic.

If you like what you hear, consider buying us a cup of coffee or becoming a patron.  You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook.

Music by Kevin McCloud courtesy of Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 license (https://www.youtube.com/c/kmmusic/featured).

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