Dice in Mind

Episode 9: Posers across the Decades

In this episode, we dive even deeper into the differences in mechanics and tone between D&D 1st Edition (aka, AD&D) and 5th Edition and tease the wonders that our coming in this fair podcast.

*NOTE:  We recorded this discussion when we were still releasing episodes biweekly.  Now that Dice in Mind is a weekly podcast, it is possible that our "future" references are not quite accurate.

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.

Also, check out Leadership in the Ready Room, an article on leadership that Jason and his friend Aaron wrote for StarTrek.com. 

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).

Featuring Dungeons & Dragons 1st Edition and 5th Edition.

Update to Weekly Episodes!

That's right...Dice in Mind is going weekly!

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).

Episode 8: WiFi 1e

In this episode, we review the mechanics and tone of D&D 1st Edition (aka, AD&D) in comparison to 5th Edition and the expectations of today's GM and players.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring Dungeons & Dragons 1st Edition.

Bonus Episode 2: Interview Leadership Trek

In this bonus episode, Brad interviews Jason and his friend and colleague Aaron about their recently published article on leadership through the lens of the grand captains of Star Trek.  You can find it here:

Lessons from the Ready Room

Stay tuned for Episode 10, when we return to the topic of leadership and other topics through the lens of RPGs!

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Episode 7: These Are the Ramblings

In this episode, we conclude our three-episode special with a deep dive into the philosophy, science, and faith of Star Trek.  

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring Star Trek Adventures.

Episode 6: Set Phasers to Fun

In this episode, we continue a three-episode voyage into Star Trek Adventures with a focus on the dice mechanic and the power of the narrative.  

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring Star Trek Adventures.

Episode 5: Nerd Trek

In this episode, we begin a three-episode voyage into Star Trek Adventures through the lens of canon, its meaning to modern society, and its promise of a better 2d20 future.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring Star Trek Adventures.

Bonus Episode 1: Interview BattleGeek

In this bonus episode, we interview our good friend Brian regarding his history with RPGs, what it was like playing MechWarrior, and why we could all remain friends for so long.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring MechWarrior.

Episode 4: No Running

In this episode, we continue applying the the narrative dice system of Star Wars:  Edge of the Empire to real-life events in our lives and to what is going on in society these days.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring Star Wars: Edge of the Empire.

Episode 3: Out on the Edge

In this episode, we explore the narrative dice system of Star Wars:  Edge of the Empire.  There is a lot to talk and we only get started.

Welcome to Dice in Mind, a monthly 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).

Featuring Star Wars: Edge of the Empire.