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The Critshow

The Critshow

Critshow Studios

A group of friends have their lives turned upside down when they find themselves placed as the last line of defense between the everyday world and the things that go bump in the night. This actual play podcast uses Monster of the Week and other Powered by the Apocalypse games, all within the same dimension hopping narrative, to follow the Indiana Paranormal Task-force (IPT) as they are thrust into the front lines of a battle they didn't know existed.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Critshow episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Critshow for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Critshow episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Critshow - The Road to Hell (S1, E44)
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02/27/19 • 66 min

The boys end their mission in Russia by facing off against the protector of the spear, Baba Yaga. Jake discovers an unexpected visitor. Tass offers a hard truth about what they must do. TJ reveals a secret. As they struggle to understand their role in the fight ahead, they must reconcile the path behind that they have paved with good intentions.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Divine, Tass as...Tass, TJ as the Science Guy, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

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The Critshow - The Magnificent Eight (S1, E56)
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05/22/19 • 64 min

The plan gets set into motion to siege the lair of their enemy. TJ makes some adjustments to a familiar vehicle. Tass recruits someone with a similar goal to their own. Jake acquires a powerful gift for the strike team. The boys gather up their friends to prepare for the opportunity of a lifetime... to ruin Nash’s plans, and save the universe.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Protector, Tass as the Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

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The Critshow - Trial of the Unworthy (S1, E12)
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07/18/18 • 62 min

Our heroes still have their work cut out for them in Hawaii. TJ and Tass must face the last of the threat to the islanders, as Jake is judged to determine if he is worthy enough to continue to wield the power of gods. TJ trades weird science for ancient mathematics. Jake takes the high ground. Tass gets a taste of what it's like to be a guardian.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Divine, Tass as the Professional, TJ as the Mundane, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Get ready, for the TTRPG Actual Play Podcast Crossover event of the 2024 FISCAL YEAR!

Spout Lore and the Critshow are TEAMING UP to FIGHT MONSTERS and OBJECTIFY DILFS.

This is the sixth and final episode of a 6 episode crossover event!

The fifth episode is available RIGHT NOW on the Critshow feed here: https://link.chtbl.com/SpoutLore?sid=podcast.critshow

You can find more Spout Lore at https://linktr.ee/spoutlorestudios

This episode was edited and produced by Abdul Aziz and Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar.

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Critshow - Goodbye, For Now (S1, E58)
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06/05/19 • 50 min

In the aftermath of the assault of Nash’s sanctum, our heroes scramble to get their friends to safety. Tass deals with a forgotten danger. Jake discovers a way to get Ori and Malia to a faraway haven. TJ solves a problem with a missing spell component. The boys have a lot of preparation before stepping through a portal into another world. But first, they must say goodbye to their friends and allies... hopefully, just for now.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Protector, Tass as the Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Critshow - The Argonaut (S1, E57)
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05/29/19 • 55 min

In the belly of the beast, our heroes have the chance to change the game in their favor. Jake finds a clue to Nash’s power. TJ encounters the keeper of the submarine’s defenses. Tass holds back the horrifying homunculi. With a list of goals to accomplish, the boys are hard-pressed to succeed before literally drowning in the blood of their enemies.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Protector, Tass as the Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Critshow - Ley Line (S1, E3)

Ley Line (S1, E3)

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05/30/18 • 51 min

TJ puts together a plan involving Tass's car and AC/DC. The mission progresses to something more complex than simply dealing with a monster. A friend is revealed to have a secret life.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Divine, Tass as the Professional, TJ as the Mundane, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Critshow - Finding the Day (S1, E40)
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01/30/19 • 47 min

Baba Yaga sends the boys back out into the forest with a task. TJ leads the crew through the pitch black woods. Jake offers himself as a snack to save TJ. Tass loses something precious. As they face mysterious swordsmen, they must make hard decisions about when to fight and when to flee, while traversing the disorienting home of the witch.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Divine, Tass as...Tass, TJ as the Science Guy, and Rev as The Keeper.

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Get ready, for the TTRPG Actual Play Podcast Crossover event of the 2024 FISCAL YEAR!

Spout Lore and the Critshow are TEAMING UP to FIGHT MONSTERS and OBJECTIFY DILFS.

This is the second episode of a 6 episode crossover event, with 2 episodes releasing WEEKLY for the next 3 weeks!

The first episode is available RIGHT NOW on the Critshow feed here: https://link.chtbl.com/SpoutLore?sid=podcast.critshow

This episode was edited and produced by Abdul Aziz and Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

Check out what’s coming up on our monthly publication calendar.

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Critshow - Facing Our Demons (S1, E59)
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06/12/19 • 57 min

After discovering their missing spell component, our heroes must figure out a way to assist a new frenemy. TJ endures a stint of bad luck. Jake engages in battle with an Escalade. Tass makes a fool of himself...on purpose? With devils at the door, and an innocent man’s life on the line, the boys must come together with a plan or chance gaining the ire of an old and powerful force.

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You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more!

Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.

Get a free MotW mystery and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!

And don’t forget to check out our wonderful sponsors!

This episode of The Critshow featured Jake as the Protector, Tass as the Chosen, TJ as the Monstrous, and Rev as The Keeper.

You can find more from Michael Sands at Generic Games!

This episode was edited by Brandon (Rev) Wentz with music by Jake Pierle.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Critshow have?

The Critshow currently has 465 episodes available.

What topics does The Critshow cover?

The podcast is about Fiction, Comedy Fiction, Drama and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on The Critshow?

The episode title 'The Road to Hell (S1, E44)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Critshow?

The average episode length on The Critshow is 50 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Critshow released?

Episodes of The Critshow are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Critshow?

The first episode of The Critshow was released on May 30, 2018.

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