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Who am I?
I am an actor and writer who has been striving to understand how to operate within the world as a creative. It can be so hard sometimes. It can sometimes feel that 'judement' is ingrained into the choice. But lately I've discovered so much more joy by doing things creatively for my own enjoyment, to my own taste, and for my own creative expression. I feel that is the best way to approach a life in creativity. There are enough people out there, that you'll find those who share your taste, and they are your audience. I have found a lot of peace in dark fantasy stories over these last few years. There's something about dark fantasy that transports me. It's similar to my relationship with horror - it's the 'human' element, that is always so relatable, even if the context is wildly different to our own reality. Dark fantasy and horror rely on the human experience to make it impactful; so I often find myself more connected to the story than in epic or high fantasy.
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What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?
My podcast is a dark fantasy adventure based on the 90's cult classic video game - Planescape: Torment. It balances pulpy, fast-paced action with a slow-burning journey that explores 'identity' from many aspects and perspectives.
What is my podcast playlist about?
This list is about escaping into other worlds. Harsh, sometimes terrying, but you'll find comfort in the characters.
1. Dark Dice
Why this podcast?
Dark Dice is one of the actual play podcasts that got me into wanting to write fiction. I love the blending of game mechanics with the storytelling of audio fiction, it's a wonderfully dark story. A must listen for all of us spooky nerds out there.
Dark Dice
Fool and Scholar Productions
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4.5
Dark Dice is a horror actual play D&D podcast that uses immersive soundscapes to create an added layer of immersion. Each season, travelers embark on a journey into the dark corners of a world with dragons & monsters. They will never be the same again.
8 Listeners
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How many episodes does Dark Dice have?
Dark Dice currently has 79 episodes available.
What topics does Dark Dice cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Games, Podcasts, Arts and Performing Arts.
What is the average episode length on Dark Dice?
The average episode length on Dark Dice is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of Dark Dice released?
Episodes of Dark Dice are typically released every 21 days, 2 hours.
When was the first episode of Dark Dice?
The first episode of Dark Dice was released on Sep 25, 2018.
2. Milestone RPG
Why this podcast?
I have just started listening to this, and I'm in love. The chemistry between all the players is wonderful, the sound is fun and immersive, the gm is brilliant. This really hits a good balance of hearing a live game, while still being engaging to listen to.
Milestone RPG
Milestone RPG
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Morning does not rise this day on Barovia, and the gloom is darker than ever in this domain of dread. Four Barovians are going to experience what it truly means to survive the end of days. Perch on the shoulder of the Unnamed and follow this new Dungeons & Dragons adventures set in the gothic horror world of Ravenloft.
1 Listener
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How many episodes does Milestone RPG have?
Milestone RPG currently has 19 episodes available.
What topics does Milestone RPG cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Games and Podcasts.
What is the average episode length on Milestone RPG?
The average episode length on Milestone RPG is 40 minutes.
How often are episodes of Milestone RPG released?
Episodes of Milestone RPG are typically released every 15 days, 5 hours.
When was the first episode of Milestone RPG?
The first episode of Milestone RPG was released on Jul 20, 2022.
3. Camlann - An Audio Drama
Why this podcast?
The storytelling in this show is gorgeous. Every aspect, the music, sound scaping, characters and tone all feel so cohesive. There's an intimacy to it all that really sells the idea that this is a group of people, isolated in a vast unknown world.
Camlann - An Audio Drama
Tin Can Audio
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5.0
Camlann is a post-apocalyptic fantasy by Ella Watts from Tin Can Audio. It’s a serialised fiction podcast inspired by folklore and Arthurian legends. Alternatively - it’s about three idiots and a dog in Wales, fighting for their lives. This series was funded by Creative Scotland and the Inevitable Foundation.
3 Listeners
1 Comment
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How many episodes does Camlann - An Audio Drama have?
Camlann - An Audio Drama currently has 10 episodes available.
What topics does Camlann - An Audio Drama cover?
The podcast is about Fiction, Drama and Podcasts.
What is the average episode length on Camlann - An Audio Drama?
The average episode length on Camlann - An Audio Drama is 26 minutes.
How often are episodes of Camlann - An Audio Drama released?
Episodes of Camlann - An Audio Drama are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Camlann - An Audio Drama?
The first episode of Camlann - An Audio Drama was released on Nov 1, 2023.
4. The Lucky Die
Why this podcast?
I love this podcast. The music and huge journey of it all, is so magnetic! Really engaging story that explores the characters wonderfully.
The Lucky Die
Blighthouse Studio | Realm
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An actual play D&D podcast, The Lucky Die is a character driven story, set in an apocalyptic fantasy world. In Diskora, Demons and Celestials have started stalking the lands, tensions between the factions leave death in their wake and blood red clouds boil across the sky. You would be forgiven for thinking that the end was nigh, question is - do you want to face the end alone? I guess we're about to find out.
1 Listener
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How many episodes does The Lucky Die have?
The Lucky Die currently has 303 episodes available.
What topics does The Lucky Die cover?
The podcast is about Fiction, Drama and Podcasts.
What is the average episode length on The Lucky Die?
The average episode length on The Lucky Die is 88 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Lucky Die released?
Episodes of The Lucky Die are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Lucky Die?
The first episode of The Lucky Die was released on Sep 30, 2017.
5. Midst
Why this podcast?
Such a unique way storytelling. I don't mind saying it took me a little time to get used to it, but the payoff is so good. The shared responsibility of the 'unreliable narrators' themselves becomes a method of storytelling in its own right. Brilliant stuff
Midst
Critical Role
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4.8
Three mischievous narrators spin a surreal, reality-bending, sci-fantasy space western about a crotchety outlaw, a struggling cultist, and a diabolical bastard making awful decisions in a world on the edge of disaster.
10 Listeners
2 Comments
2
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How many episodes does Midst have?
Midst currently has 61 episodes available.
What topics does Midst cover?
The podcast is about Fiction, Podcasts, Science Fiction, Arts and Performing Arts.
What is the average episode length on Midst?
The average episode length on Midst is 28 minutes.
How often are episodes of Midst released?
Episodes of Midst are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Midst?
The first episode of Midst was released on Apr 5, 2023.
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