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The Bearded Nerd PodcastAuthor: Brian
Do you dream of building immersive worlds for tabletop roleplaying games but dont know where to start? Are you eager to learn the art of world-building and become a Game Master who brings stories to life? Welcome to The Bearded Nerd Podcast, your go-to resource for all things TTRPG and world-building. In this podcast, we explore the craft of creating dynamic and engaging worlds for your tabletop games. Whether youre looking for tips on geography, lore, or designing cultures, weve got you covered. We also dive deep into the role of the Game Master, helping you feel confident behind the screen and fostering a community of like-minded creators. Each episode features guests from across the TTRPG and nerd culture, including authors, world-building experts, and game designers, who share their insights and experiences. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and inspiration you need to create unforgettable worlds and adventures for your players. If youre ready to level up your storytelling and world-building skills, hit subscribe and join the community. Lets build incredible worlds together. Much Love & Keep Gaming! Language: en Genres: Games, Hobbies, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How to Recover a Campaign After a Bad Session
Episode 149
Monday, 12 January, 2026
Episode Description Every Game Master has run a session that just didn’t land. The pacing was off, the energy dropped, and everyone left the table feeling a little deflated. One bad session can make even experienced GMs question their campaign — but it doesn’t have to. In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian breaks down how to recover after a bad session, diagnose what actually went wrong, and rebuild momentum without rewriting your entire campaign. This episode focuses on practical steps you can take immediately to restore confidence, re-engage your players, and keep a single off night from turning into a dead campaign. What You’ll Learn How to identify what truly makes a session “bad” Why overcorrecting often makes things worse How to check in with players without killing momentum Ways to fix forward instead of retconning everything How to design a recovery session that rebuilds morale Whether you’re a new GM or a seasoned Dungeon Master, this episode gives you the tools to bounce back stronger and keep your story moving. Support the Podcast Check out the toolkit here on Patreon so that you can recover from a bad session. Purchase some quality hand-made soap on Dungeon Soap and use "Bearded10" for 10% off your entire order. Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and check out our social media by clicking this link.
