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033: Remember Names - Don’t be a Doofus, It Matters!

Why does it matter if you remember names when playing Tabletop Games? Clint shares why he believes it CRUCIAL for the long-term health of your game.
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🛠️Upcoming Workshops: Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register:
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Resources mentioned during episode:
How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie (Paper Back) - https://amzn.to/4jOUAoS
CTG Episode 31 - Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings with Aaron Airmet - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/031-master-storytelling-like-jrr-tolkien-lessons-from-lord-of-the-rings-with-aaron-airmet
Virtual Tabletops to Consider to Stay Organized:
Foundry VTT - https://foundryvtt.com/purchase/
Fantasy Grounds VTT - https://www.fantasygrounds.com/home/FantasyGroundsUnity.php
Roll20 VTT - https://roll20.net/
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032: Imposter Syndrome Sucks for Game Masters

Have ever felt Imposter Syndrome when considering running  your very own Tabletop RPG for your friends or family? Imposter Syndrome - a psychological experience where people feel like they are frauds or incompetent, even though they have evidence of their success. If you suffer or have suffered from Imposter Syndrome, this episode may just find the cure.
Upcoming Workshops:
Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register:
https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx
Resources mentioned during episode:
The Miracle Morning By Hal Elrod (Hardcover) - https://amzn.to/4jxpIJh
Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - https://claim-to-game-podcast.kit.com/68d7675f14
NYE Imposter Syndrome Buster Worksheet - https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/impostergm
Games mentioned during episode:
Dungeons & Dragons 5E - Starter Set - https://amzn.to/4gqB7ba
D&D 2024 Core Bundle Roll20 VTT - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484703/pre-order-d-d-2024-core-roll20-bundle?src=also_purchased&affiliate_id=4263376
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031: Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings- With Aaron Airmet

In this episode Aaron Airmet of the Lore of the Rings Podcast will help you appreciate JRR Tolkien’s gift as a master storyteller. Together, he and Clint identify what we can learn from Grandpa Tolkien to make our own games epic!
One Ring 2E Quickstart Guide and More!
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Resources mentioned during episode:
Ringspodcast.com/2 - Light and Life: The Two Trees of Valinor; of Elves, Men, Dwarves, Ents, and Eagles
Ringspodcast.com/95 -What Makes A Good Story |Tolkien "On Fairy Stories"
Ringspodcast.com/185 - Frodo Meets Strider | Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 2
Connect with Aaron Airmet & the Lore of the Rings Podcast:
Social - Threads
Website - https://www.ringspodcast.com/ 
Contact Aaron - https://www.ringspodcast.com/contact/
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030: Stop Overthinking - How ‘Good Enough’ Unlocks More TTRPG Fun

French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire is often attributed to coining the phrase, “Don’t let perfect be the enemy of the good.” This Italian proverb reminds us to not overthink when it comes to planning and playing our tabletop games. In this episode, Clint will explore actionable steps to enjoy more by doing less when it comes to playing Tabletop RPGs.
***Save Your Seat! - Milwaukee In-Person Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, January 25th, 2025
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Resources mentioned during episode:
Episode 29 - The Problem with Scheduling Games - Click Here
Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - Click Here
Games mentioned during episode:
City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (Hardback) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (PDF) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (Hardback) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (PDF) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Age of Rebellion (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Edge of Empire (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Force and Destiny (Hardcover) - Click Here
Ironsworn Starforged - Deluxe Edition (Hardcover) - Click Here
Ironsworn: Starforged - (PDF) - Click Here
Ironsworn - (Hardcover + PDF) - Click Here
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029: The Problem with Scheduling Games

What is the number one problem repeated time and time again in all TTRPG communities? The problem that keeps folks from getting together and playing the games they love. Scheduling. Is there a solution to this number 1 obstacle? In this episode, Clint is determined to find out.
Resources mentioned during episode:
The Game Scheduling Checklist - Click Here
Episode 25 - Top 3 Secrets Art of the Cool Pitch - Click Here
Reddit Post - The Problem of Scheduling Games - Click Here
Board Game Area - Click Here
Games mentioned during episode:
Pathfinder 2E Remaster Core Books (Hardback) - Click Here
Pathfinder 2E Beginner Box (Roll20 VTT) - Click Here
Tales of Yawning Portal Hardcover  (Includes White Plume Mountain) - Click Here
Tales of Yawning Portal Roll20 VTT (Includes White Plume Mountain) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Age of Rebellion (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Edge of Empire (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Force and Destiny (Hardcover) - Click Here
Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here
Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here
Honey Heist - PDF Version - Click Here
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028: From Player to Gamemaster - When do you know enough to start your own game? - With Andy Scheirer

All Gamemasters start somewhere. Whether starting out playing as a player, or maybe jumping in and running their very own game from the beginning, Gamemasters have an origin story, and evolution. In this episode you will get to hear the origin story of Andy Scheirer, high school math teacher, listener of the CTG, and a newcomer to the hobby of Tabletop RPGs.
Resources mentioned during episode:
Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less!
Token Stamp 2 - RollAdvantage (Free Token Maker) - Click Here
Roll20 - Free Online Virtual Tabletop - Click Here
Foundry - Self-Hosted Virtual Tabletop - Click Here
Kobold+ Fight Club - D&D 5E Encounter Builder - Click Here
Building Gaming Table $150 - (Video) - Click Here
Games mentioned during episode:
Paizo's Pathfinder 2E (3.12.24 Remaster) - Click Here
Paizo's Pathfinder 2E Beginners Box - Click Here
Paizo's Starfinder Beginners Box - Click Here
Paizo's Starfinder 2E Playtest - Click Here
Star Wars RPG by Fantasy Flight Games (Age of Rebellion Beginner Game) - Click Here
Star Wars RPG by Fantasy Flight Games (Edge of the Empire Beginner Game) - Click Here
Star Wars RPG by Fantasy Flight Games (Force and Destiny) - Click Here
The One Ring 2E (Hardcover) - Click Here
The One Ring 2E Starter Set (PDF) - Click Here
Blades in the Dark (Hardcover + PDF Bundle) - Click Here
Fate RPG Core System (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fate RPG Core System Bundle (PDF) - Click Here
D&D 5E - 2014 Starter Kit with Lost Mines of Phandelver - Click Here
Lazy Dungeon Master by Mike Shea (Paperback) - Click Here
Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master by Mike Shea (Paperback) - Click Here
Dry Erase Battle Mat - Click Here
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027: Three Ways for Game Masters to Learn New TTRPGs

Are you the person who is running your very own tabletop RPG? Once you’ve chosen which game you want to run, and found your committed players...how do you go about learning that game well enough to facilitate. In this episode, Clint will cover three different ways to go about this important responsibility. 
Resources mentioned during episode:
Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less!
Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- Click Here
How It's Played - (YouTube Channel) - PF2E Tutorials - Click Here
SPI 828 - Is this the Best Learning Tool? Exploring NotebookLM - Click Here
Archive of Nethys - PF2E, PF1E, and Starfinder 1E - Free Online Resource - Click Here
Games mentioned during episode:
Power Rangers RPG Core Rules (Hardback) - Click Here
Power Rangers RPG Core Rules (PDF) - Click Here
Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (6E) - Click Here
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026: Where do you find people to play your Tabletop RPG game?

#26 - Have you ever walked into a party early as the first one to arrive? It can feel a little unsettling. Where are all the people? For Tabletop RPG games you need to find people who want to join your party before you can play your game. But where do you find them? This episode will explore tools like meet-up, reddit, discord, FB, and other communities that help you connect with like-minded people and fill your party with people.
Resources mentioned during episode:
Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less!
Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- Click Here
CTG Ep. 25 - Top 3 Secrets to the Art of the Cool Pitch- Get Your Friends Onboard to Play a New Game - Listen Here
Games mentioned during episode:
City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (Hardback) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (PDF) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (Hardback) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (PDF) - Click Here
Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (6E) - Click Here
*As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you.
Please Connect with us!
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Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- Click Here
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