21 episodes

A podcast by a dad, daughter, and her cousin, providing family-friendly actual plays of role-playing games, plus advice and game reviews.

Almost Bedtime Theater Dan, Rachael, and Finn

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    • 5.0 • 5 Ratings

A podcast by a dad, daughter, and her cousin, providing family-friendly actual plays of role-playing games, plus advice and game reviews.

    Precious Things: Review, Actual Play (Ep 21)

    Precious Things: Review, Actual Play (Ep 21)

    A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
    In this episode, we review and play the RPG Precious Things.
    06:57 - Actual playPrecious Things was written by Lucas Zellers, with layout and illustrations by Emily Entner. It is available through Itch.io.
    Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic. Their piece “Busy Tavern” was used in this episode.
    The following tracks were also used and are by Michael Ghelfi Studios https://michaelghelfistudios.com/
    Cleric (Short Themes Collection Vol 1)How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

    • 48 min
    Sprinkles is Missing! Review, Actual Play (Ep 20)

    Sprinkles is Missing! Review, Actual Play (Ep 20)

    A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
    In this episode, we review and play the RPG Sprinkles is Missing!
    05:19– Actual playSprinkles is Missing! was created by M. Allen Hall.  You can purchase the game at the sites below and a variety of other online shops. You can find the creator on Instagram and Threads as @m_allen_hall.
    Itch.ioDriveThruRPGMAllenHall.comIndie Press RevolutionHow to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.comSocial Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheaterOther TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:
    Stories RPG - a family-friendly RPG actual play podcast
    Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
    How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

    • 43 min
    Dragon Dowser: Review, Actual Play (Ep 19)

    Dragon Dowser: Review, Actual Play (Ep 19)

    A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
    In this episode, we review and play the RPG Dragon Dowser.
    04:51 – Actual playDragon Dowser was created by Hatchlings Games.  You can purchase the game through itch.io and they will be launching a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter: Dragon Dowser by Hatchlings — Kickstarter
    You can also reach them via @HatchlingDM on Twitter.
    How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.comTwitter: @AlmostBedtimeInstagram: @Almost_Bedtime_TheaterOther TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:
    TTRPGkids.com review of The Librarian’s Apprentice, an all-ages solo journaling gameTTRPGkids.comOur intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
    We also used music by Filip Melvan of Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 
    Music
    Lights of UlhannarBroken Lutes and Rusty DaggersHow to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

    • 22 min
    The Fae Team: Review, Actual Play (Ep 18)

    The Fae Team: Review, Actual Play (Ep 18)

    A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
    In this episode, we discuss and play The Fae Team, which was created by one of the co-hosts of this show: Dan Bronson-Lowe.
    04:05 – Actual playYou can find more information and purchase the game at itch.io:
    Itch.ioThe Fae Team is a hack of Lasers and Feelings, an RPG by John Harper (John Harper - itch.io).


    You can find us on Twitter as @almostbedtime or email us at almostbedtimetheater@gmail.com.


    Our intro and outro themes are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.  This episode also features his piece “March Through Wildwood.”


    We also used “Asian Feywild (Enchanged, No River)” by Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 

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    How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

    • 44 min
    Skellian: Adventure Review, Actual Play (Ep 17)

    Skellian: Adventure Review, Actual Play (Ep 17)

    A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
    In this episode, we review and play the adventure “Skellian: A Land of Tricks and Treats.”
    00:16 – Intro00:40 – Adventure review05:04 – Actual playSkellian is the work of Stephanie Campbell of TTRPGkids.com.  You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io.  You can also find Stephanie on Twitter as @TTRPGkids.
    How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.comTwitter: @AlmostBedtimeOther TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:
    Glyfi Scouts, available at itch.ioSodalitas, available at itch.ioOur intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
    We also used ambient soundtracks and music by Michael Ghelf Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 
    Ambient Soundtracks
    Ship InteriorHaunted Mansion Livingroom (Quiet fire)Haunted ForestOpen and Close Evil Book SFXMusic
    Ruins of CalcheronBroken Lutes and Rusty DaggersHow to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

    • 59 min
    Banda's Grove: Review, Actual Play (Ep 16)

    Banda's Grove: Review, Actual Play (Ep 16)

    A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.
     In this episode, we review and play the game “Banda’s Grove.”
     00:10 – Intro and announcements 01:11 – Game review 08:28 – Actual play Banda’s Grove is the work of Pandion Games.  You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io.  You can also find the creators on Twitter as @PandionGames.
     We are running a contest for a free printed copy and electronic copy Stacks of Goblins by CobblePath Games.  To be entered in the drawing, email or tweet us with a question, comment, or suggestion before March 31, 2022. 
     How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.comTwitter: @AlmostBedtime Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.
     This episode incorporates the following additional pieces by McRoMusic: 
     The Apples of Hesperides Discovery of a Lifetime We also used ambient soundtracks and music by Michael Ghelfi, and music by Filip Melvan of Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA and on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 
     Ambient Soundtracks
    Campfire in WoodsFrozen TundraMusic
    Hidden Gem (Michael Ghelfi)The Festival of Life (Filip Melvan)How to reach us:
    Email: AlmostBedtimeTheater@gmail.com Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
5 Ratings

5 Ratings

Happy 1979 ,

Love it

Never knew there was so many roll playing games 5 stars good job

JanusJones ,

Endless creativity and warmth!

Role-playing is endlessly creative as a past-time, but too much of it focuses on DnD. Dan and Rachel make new games feel easy and fun, and bring such warmth and joy to their stories that it’s impossible not to listen! Can’t wait for every new episode, and hope they keep it up for years to come!

Cor🤓 ,

Great podcast

I’ve been into dnd for awhile, but have been wondering about different ttrpg. This podcast has introduced me to those, also the hosts are great. The humor of a young kid, and the experience of her dad is a great combo.

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