Nerdcognito

10/07/2025

This week's show is up!

Inspired by a question posed on the Speakeasy, the gang decides if & when, they would have "halted" edition progression in D&D.
System nuance & preferences all get discussed about this choice that could have be made for the good of the hobby.

Listen on Spotify or any other major podcast provider!
Don't forget to drop a 5⭐️review!

Spotify link:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VOihQuchOnqke6oNAJkDN
..or WATCH the video (!) on Spotify & RUMBLE!
https://rumble.com/v6zzgxi-edition-wars-the-cut-line-nerdcognito-episode-297.html

Inspired by a question posed by the Nerdcognito Nation this past weekend on the Saturday Speakeasy, the gang decides if, and when, they would have "halted" edition progression in D&D. System nuance an

10/04/2025

https://rumble.com/v6ztwbk-welcome-to-rocktober-nerdcognito-saturday-speakeasy-10.03.2025.html -- Visit us on Rumble to hop in the chat, be a part of the show, & see the rest of the stream!

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09/27/2025

See the entire show on our preferred streaming platform, Rumble!

https://rumble.com/v6zim0g-drinkin-and-thinkin-nerdcognito-saturday-speakeasy-09.27.2025.html

Hop in the chat!

Looking for a streaming solution for your passion -- we use StreamYard, and you should too!

09/22/2025

On the last Saturday Speakeasy "Dungeon-Stupid-Delber" asked about the spectacular sharp edge dice available through our partner Only Crits.

RD said they were beautiful -- THEY ARE! Check these out!

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09/20/2025

See the whole show on our preferred video platform, Rumble! https://rumble.com/v6z7eso-refreshed-and-remodeled-nerdcognitos-saturday-speakeasy-09.20.2025.html - Get over there & join the chat!

Looking for a streaming solution for your passion -- we use StreamYard, and you should too!

09/16/2025

This week!
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The gang talks about how & if you should implement a "pacifist" character into your game. What are the challenges for not only the player, but the dungeon master, & the group as a whole? This plus some much needed laughs & the news.

Listen and watch on Spotify!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7rImO2VybXgyXe6zeIj57e

Or tune in on Rumble!
https://rumble.com/v6z0wmw-pacifist-characters-do-no-harm-nerdcognito-episode-294.html

Or find us on the platform of your choice!
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(Remember this is our first "full" week distributing on the new RSS feed. If you have any issues let us know!)

The gang talks about how and if you should implement a "pacifist" character into your tabletop game. What are the challenges for not only the player, but the dungeon master, and the group as a whole?

09/09/2025

New Drop!

Siobhan did some "research" & presents her findings of campaign & playstyles.. but did the pop gaming media get it right?

We take a look at some of the buzzwords & descriptors and discuss how, if & when they may apply to your table!

Check out this show on EVERY MAJOR PODCAST PROVIDER, including our preferred desitnation for audio, Spotify!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wmIUZsruYBq9jQ7UmCVv1

OR watch the whole episode on Rumble!
https://rumble.com/v6yp1fq-5-ttrpg-campaign-styles-1-hour-nerdcognito-episode-293.html

(Note: We have transitioned audio hosts and now partnered with Spotify, please let us know if you stumble on a hiccup! This is the tech transition week!)

Siobhan did some "research" and presents to the guys her findings of campaign and play styles, but did the pop gaming media get it right? We take a look at some of the buzzwords and descriptors and di

09/02/2025

New Drop!
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This week the team discusses influential products, books, people, experiences, & more that made them the gamers that they are today. Though not experts, the boys (and girl) talk about nuance that was memorable and "gamer-life"-shaping!

LISTEN on EVERY major podcast provider!
Just search "Nerdcognito!"

Or just check us out this week on Spotify!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2baXe2P7jOWQcE7SbVFAFG
..and of course you can WATCH on Rumble!
https://rumble.com/v6yeekq-becoming-a-great-gamer-nerdcognito-episode-292.html

This week the team discusses influential items, be they products, books, people, experiences, and more that made them the gamers that they are today. Though not experts, the boys (and girl) talk about

08/21/2025

The latest episode of the Nerdcognito Podcast clears the confusion among grifters and drama mongers!

Find us and listen on every major podcast provider, including here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6GoDCw8D8MdaOcRXsRwqgs?si=t6v_kD_mTBW5YPoDhIOEjw

Or you can watch the show on Rumble!
https://rumble.com/v6xsmik-defining-and-defending-the-osr-nerdcognito-episode-290.html

08/21/2025

You don't want to miss this new episode!

When drama mongers & Fauxs need to drum up clicks or controversy, they often attack "the OSR." Do they even know what the OSR is?

This week, we define the OSR and call out bad behavior.

Proud to be arguably the largest audio podcast in our corner of the hobby!

Find us and listen on every major podcast provider, including here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6GoDCw8D8MdaOcRXsRwqgs?si=t6v_kD_mTBW5YPoDhIOEjw

Or you can watch the show on Rumble!
https://rumble.com/v6xsmik-defining-and-defending-the-osr-nerdcognito-episode-290.html

When drama mongers, grifters, and Fauxs need to drum up clicks or controversy, they often attack "the OSR." Do they even know what the OSR is? This week, we definitively define the OSR and call out th

07/29/2025

NEW SHOW DROP!
Give a listen and PLEASE RT!

This week, the gang EFAPs a Ginny Di video dedicated to bringing "romance" to your table. Digging deeper discussion emerges about the social state of our nerd culture, and culture in general.

Listen on ALL MAJOR PODCAST PROVIDERS!
Just search "Nerdcognito"
..or listen on this one:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ginnys-d-d-romance-guide-nerdcognito-episode-287/id1484651815?i=1000719646495
..if you prefer to WATCH ON RUMBLE, do it here:
https://rumble.com/v6wuevc-ginnys-d-and-d-romance-guide-nerdcognito-episode-287.html

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This week, the gang EFAPs a Ginny Di video dedicated to bringing "romance" to your TTRPG table. Digging deeper in the video, discussion emerges about the social state of our nerd culture, and culture

07/28/2025

Oh boy.

RD got old-man-confused this week on the big show, Tuesday's upcoming Nerdcognito podcast!

Make sure you are subbed at the podcast provider of your choice AND following on Rumble!

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