Step through the portal into the artificer’s lab where roleplaying games are being infused with technology. Inside The Artificer's Portal, you'll meet the people that are slowly turning this beloved 50-year-old hobby into a sensation for a new generation. Pat and Andrew, two product managers from D&D Beyond, will be your guides. Listen as they interview interesting and influential technologists from all over the industry who are making digital tools for roleplaying games.
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Monica Hamburg and her guests discuss absurdities Monica's found on free porn sites: Terrible titles users give the clips, confounding tags, absurd comments - and much more!
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Host Joe Wendrychowicz is joined by different comedians each episode to perform completely improvised mediations inspired by real life disputes.
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The Blue Crab (Cindy Heffron, Sofya Piro, Josh Searle)
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Cindy and Josh cannot agree on how to spend their vacation budget. Sofya is a party planner.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Literal Witches (Jacque Arend, Nick Armstrong, Jillian McManus)
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Jennifer complains of neighbor Bobbi's nightly routine. Jacque is running retreats in the desert.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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No More, No Less (Sarah Carter, Noah Kram, Tanya Morgan)
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Sarah and Noah can't decide where to park their car. Tanya has begun tapping into a whole new audience for mediation.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Thirst Is Everything (Neil Bardhan, Scott Hinners, Derrick Houck)
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Neil and Derrick dispute over the direction of their company. Scott pulls pranks.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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The very fashionable Andrew Searles shares his tips for stylin’ bangin! Plus: Throwback Humpday. Based on my live show of the same name, "Pornomedy" explores the weird world of free porn sites: Absurd porn comments (as though any aren't!), terrible titles, baffling tags and everything you never knew you wanted. Listen to the Podcast at: -----Show N…
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TAP 15: This Episode Was Not Generated By AI
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk to Andrew Zhu, creator of Avrae, a discord bot designed to help you and your friends play D&D online. Zhu is an expert in language-based AI and has found a way to use ttrpgs as a testing ground for AI performance. In this episode, you can hear him answer the many questions brought up by Pat and Andrew regarding the …
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk to Anne the Gnome, an all out DM and D&D enthusiast who uses AI art to help tell the stories and design the characters used in her games. Anne is known by her audience on TikTok for using prompts she either makes up for herself or gets from her community and imputing them into the Discord AI art software called MidJ…
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk to Gunnar Holmsteinn from Quest Portal, and get his “hot take” on the importance of actually seeing your character as you play TTRPGs. Gunnar and his team at Quest Portal, have found a way to help players organize their games and characters and help them generate custom portraits of their characters that they can us…
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How do you have sex with the rich and famous? We reveal those secrets! And much more.Comedian Aliya Brown joins me (Monica Hamburg) on this porn journey. Based on my live show of the same name, "Pornomedy" explores the weird world of free porn sites: Absurd porn comments (as though any aren't!), terrible titles, baffling tags and everything you nev…
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TAP 12: Roll for Immersion (Part 2)
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Join Pat and Andrew in part 2 of their conversation with Chris Eddie from AlchemyRPG. In this episode, you can listen to them talk about methods of measuring Immersion and debate as to whether or not "ease of use" and fun are the same thing. Towards the end they also discuss the impact that different tools like audio chat, video calling, and digita…
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Mercer Morrison joins me (Monica Hamburg) to decipher the code that is user-named porn-titles, porn comments, and tags.We learn crucial things to do during sex – and the ultimate seduction technique! Based on my live show of the same name, "Pornomedy" explores the weird world of free porn sites: Absurd porn comments (as though any aren't!), terribl…
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Love Bombing (Christina Anthony, Gab Bottoni, Andrew Coppola)
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Christina is bullying Andrew at work. Gab is lonely.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Chaos Ball of Madness (Kai Bobbi, Sarah Clemency, Jimmy O'Donnell)
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Kai can't get on board with Jimmy's new sleeping arrangements. Sarah is writing a musical.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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The Torpedo Triplets (Scott Campbell, Michael Savitski, Kristen Schier)
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Kristen has plans to fulfill a lifelong dream, but Michael takes issue with it. Scott loves different food textures.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Mike Moran joins me (Monica Hamburg). And we speak of "The Chair" (i.e. It-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named) - as well as a porn commenter with maximum game, the right time to rent a truck for your porn film - and much more! Based on my live show of the same name, "Pornomedy" (recently at Ottawa Comiccon) explores the weird world of free porn sites: Absurd po…
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Ashley J. Perna joins me (Monica Hamburg) to explore an assortment of odd user-named porn-titles, weird comments, a confounding tag and more!Based on my live show of the same name, "Pornomedy" explores the weird world of free porn sites: Absurd porn comments (as though any aren't!), terrible titles, baffling tags and everything you never knew you w…
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk with Chris Eddie from AlchemyRPG. Listen as they chat about immersion and how digital tools can help improve immersion in your games. Or do they? Immersion and fun are illusive and nebulas topics. They discuss times where digital tools might get in the way and harm your immersion and fun. They also touch on how some…
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If you're new to the Artificer's Portal, this is a great place to jump into the conversation! Join Pat and Andrew as they talk discuss the last 9 episodes and how the conversation has evolved. They review each guest and sum up the important points. Discussion Topics: The Player's Experience in TTRPGs, the importance of roleplaying games, the future…
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Hi! Let's talk about porn insanity! Based on my live show, Pornomedy, we'll look at absurd porn comments (as though any aren't!), terrible names uploaders give the clips, and much more! To watch 2 dumb songs I made about porn titles, see "How it Work" and "I Get it Now" Listen to the Podcast at: -----Show Notes----- --Monica Hamburg-- MonicaHamburg…
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Tap 9: Big Things have Small Beginnings
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk with Teagan Morrison from HeroForge. Listen as they chat about how a simple task of imagining your character in a 3D space turns into inspiring players in new ways. They discuss the validity of using 3D technology to recreate your imagination, what might be too much in terms of 3D tools, why we all don't just LARP, …
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk with Grant Anderson from Mirrorscape and ARcana. Listen as they chat about the future of VTTs as AR and VR technology becomes more prevalent. They discuss the definition what AR and VR, the difference between them, playing an RPG with AR glasses, and remembering where you put your glasses. Guest: Grant Anderson from…
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Join Pat and Andrew as they talk with Nicola Thouliss and Mitch McCaffrey about the VTT they built called Owlbear Rodeo. Come through the portal as they start to explore the wild and crazy world of Virtual Tabletops (VTT). They discuss the definition of VTT, what makes a VTT easy to use, the pros and cons of easy-to-use VTTs, what an immersive VTT …
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Join Pat and Andrew as they Talk with Mike Shea (Sly Flourish) about his views on a simple future for DM prep, how technology could help make it more simple, and how technology can really get in the way. We also touch on how a player might be able to prep for a game session, simple to use VTTs, where you can take notes, and what ZERO DM prep might …
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TAP 5: A Victoribus Historia Scribitur
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Join Pat and Andrew as they Talk with Braden Herndon, the creator of LegendKeeper, about digital content tools for TTRPGs, how game masters use world building tools to prep for a game, tracking consistency during or after a game, and how world building can be collaborative during the game. Guest: Braden Herndon from LegendKeeper; @adventurebeard on…
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TAP 4: By Hook or by Book (Part 2)
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Join Pat and Andrew as they continue a discussion they had about the future of Book Publishing in the TTRPG space with the legendary book publisher Wolfgang Baur, CEO of Kobold Press. In part two of the discussion, our hosts go toe-to-toe with Wolfgang to discuss the merits and pitfalls of books in the digital age for TTRPGs. Decide for yourself wh…
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TAP 3: By Hook or by Book (Part 1)
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Join Pat and Andrew as they discuss the future of Book Publishing in the TTRPG space with the legendary book publisher Wolfgang Baur, CEO of Kobold Press. In this two part discussion, our hosts go toe-to-toe with Wolfgang to discuss the merits and pitfalls of books in the digital age for TTRPGs. Guest: Wolfgang Baur from Kobold Press; @Monkeyking o…
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Join Pat and Andrew as they discuss their lack of creativity and their growing dependence on tools that can help inspire both a player and GM during a game to better describe their actions, environments, character looks, and many other things. With the help of their guest, David Shulman, they tackle the topic of how digital tools that make it easy …
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TAP 1: Toss a Coin to your Game Master
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Join Pat and Andrew as they discuss the benefits and drawbacks of DMs for hire with Devon Chulick from startplaying.games. They touch on the value of looking for group and scheduling tools while making sure to cover how technology is changing tabletop role-playing games. Guest: Devon Chulick from Startplaying.games and Total Party Chill @devonchuli…
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Before you subscribe, get a quick intro to Pat and Andrew as they talk through the inspiration and genesis of The Artificer's Portal. Every two weeks, Pat and Andrew interview an interesting and influential artificer that is building digital tools for role-playing games, asking questions that dig into their tool's effect on roleplaying games and ho…
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Vows to No One (Caitlin Corkery, Andrew Nealis, Jon Plester)
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A longtime friendship needs repairing after Jon refuses to read at Andrew's wedding. Caitlin brings her daughter to work.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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McGinty's, McGillicutty's, and McSorley's (Dan Corkery, Kristin Finger, Rob O'Neill)
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Dan and Kristin's karaoke feud has hit its breaking point. Rob aims to be more judgmental.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Bunches' Lunches (Neil Bardhan, Jabari Dortch, Tom Hannigan)
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A roadtrip goes sour for Jabari and Tom when a playlist goes unplayed. Neil teaches everyone about enneagrams.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Defenestrate (Sam Abrams, Ralph Andracchio, Steve Kleinedler)
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Business partners Steve and Ralph do not share the same vision on how to run their company. Sam tries to sabotage Secret Santa.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Legally Dead (Nick Gillette, Stacie Lyons, Jon Plester)
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Nick refuses to break character after Stacie has a medical emergency during a performance. Jon is writing a screenplay.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Two Clear Voices (Tia Kemp, Noah Levine, Joe Moore)
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Roommates Tia and Joe can't agree on how to fairly divide their belongings as Joe prepares to move out. Noah's mediations make him Tik Tok famous.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Turkey-Filled Good Time (Lauren Cantell, Colin Mallee, Siobhan O'Hara)
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Lauren and Colin are at odds over Wawa's Hoagiefest. Siobhan is looking for a rush.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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The Lions Have Hearts (Max Sittenfield, Hunter Steffes, Meredith Weir)
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A new mediation season is upon us and we begin with a dispute that has many twists. Max and Meredith are two authors accusing each other of plagiarism. Meanwhile, Hunter challenges himself to be the perfect mediator.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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A Toothless Poet (Fred Brown, Caitlin Corkery, Kate Fruhman)
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Caitlin and Fred seek help in resolving a dinner time dispute that's ruined their relationship. Kate shares her summer plans as mediation season comes to an end.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Panda Listserv (Neil Bardhan, Lali Gill, Dave Sucharski)
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A dinner party turns disastrous for Dave and Lali after a viral video is shown. Neil hints at his family code word.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Svender (Jason Hays, Erica Maity, Kristen Schier)
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Jason and Erica work towards putting a very dark sibling rivalry to rest. Kristen spots some celebs.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Let It Melt (Rob Alesiani, Emma Needleman, Joe Tuzzi)
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Rob and Joe work to bring peace to the neighborhood. Emma shares her newest business venture.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Ibiza with Proper Dodgy (Andrew Nealis, Rachel Semigran, Lizzie Spellman)
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Babette and Georgie disagree on how to plan a trip. Andrew goes to the airport.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Call Me Mommy (Gab Bottoni, Robyn Cartlidge, Jacob Todd)
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Robyn wants more privacy from her mother Gab. Jacob is on the rebound.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Mulligan (Christina Anthony, Nick Gillette, Jimmy Wyatt)
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A fruit feud creates a divide between Christina and Jimmy and even causes families to turn on each other. Nick gets a second chance.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Antique Gun (Nick Connors, Liam Dougherty, Melanie Lynch)
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Sibling rivalry takes on a whole new meaning when Liam and Melanie share what they fight about most. Nick gets married.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Justice/Just Us (Nick Elmer, Steve Kleinedler, Rachel Semigran)
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Nick refuses to acknowledge the existence of Rachel's new favorite drink. Steve gets a movie deal.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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My guest, Simone Holder, solves the mystery of an especially strangely titled porn film! Plus: We marvel at weird Etsy spells and offerings! Should you wish to see the visuals we're describing, you can find it on Youtube. All are at: Youtube.com/c/MonicaHamburg Listen Here -----Show Notes----- ---Simone Holder--- Site: simonecomedy.ca Facebook Page…
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Interpol Art Heist (Ralph Andracchio, Ryan T. Barlow, Karen Coleman-Hinners)
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Some unbelievable confessions are made as Ryan seeks the truth behind why Karen is holding onto something that belongs to him. Ralph gets sent to the Astral plane.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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Hello, Welcome (David Donnella, Frank Farrell, Joe Moore)
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David is annoyed by his roommate Joe's outrageous claims. Frank gets one step closer to freedom.Av Joe Wendrychowicz
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My guest, Clif Knight, gives solid life advice to a 1-star reviewer. This show also has:- Terrible T-Shirts- Perplexing Products - &, of course, Pornomedy Should you wish to see the visuals we're describing, you can find it on Youtube. All are at: Youtube.com/c/MonicaHamburg Listen Here -----Show Notes----- ---Clif Knight--- Facebook Page: @CliffyS…
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