Episode 78 – The Pendragon is Mightier than the Sword (feat. Rich of Hatchlings Games)

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I saw the sign, and it opened up my eyes, join us with Rich (he/him)! In this episode, we create a couple of Pendragons for Inspirisles from Hatchlings Games, the first RPG that teaches you sign language. Back their Dragon Dowser Kickstarter through June 22, 2023 at 9:54 AM EDT! Listen or read the transcript! […]

Episode 70: Flying (Fish) Solo But Not Alone (feat. Cat McDonald of Peach Garden Games, Sword of Symphonies, and Roar to Heaven)

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Did you know you can play RPGs all by yourself? Cat McDonald (she/they) of Peach Garden Games joins us to talk solo RPGs, mental health, suicide prevention, and accessibility. We even make a character for WONDERFALL, one of the games in the Solo But Not Alone 3 bundle that’s raising funds for Jasper’s Game Day! […]

Interview: Inspiring Achievement Spotlight

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We recently had an interview with Alex Stahlmann of Studio Low Five. If you’re interested in learning about how our show started and our experience in podcasting, feel free to check it out below! (Originally published here.) Inspiring Achievement Alex & Quinn Schulte, Podcasters | A Couple of Characters What’s your background with D&D? Alex […]

Episode 30 – The Adventurers of Frog and Toad (feat. Perri Meester from DnD Disability)

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Join us this week as we discuss all things disabilities with Perri (Aimee) Meester (he/him or they/them) from DnD Disability, and create a character with a disability for D&D 5e. Listen or read the transcript. Email: acoupleofcharacterspod at gmail dot com. Twitter, Instagram, Patreon: ACoCPodcast. Bookshop dot org storefront and gift cards. Episode notes:Toad character […]

Episode 8 – GM Plans, Trans, and Audio Spiels (feat. Connie Chang from Transplanar RPG)

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In this episode, we’re chillin’ con Connie Chang (they, he, she) from Transplanar RPG! Join us as we discuss race, gender, and disabilities within both tabletop RPGs and the media, and how to be conscious with your own portrayals within these spaces. CW: Discussion of racism, misogyny, and sexual assault; some use of profanity. Listen […]