Game Master's Book Club

Game Master's Book Club

Eric Adrian Jackson

Episodes 37
Avg. Duration 42m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Feb 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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78%
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Talented Gamemasters read speculative fiction to provide advice on how to run games within those worlds, borrow elements from those worlds for your own games, and recommend similar media to inspire your table top games.

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S1E37 GMBC ep37 - When the Mundane Turns Macabre: Nothing in the Basement with author Romie Stott

Jun 05, 2026 54m Transcript

Romy Scott's "Nothing in the Basement" serves as the focal point of this lively discussion among game masters Eric, Chad, and Joshua, who delve into the unsettling dynamics of the mundane intertwined…

S1E36 GMBC ep36 - What Makes a Monster? - Horror Anthology "Where Monster's Pray" by Trisha Wooldridge

May 23, 2026 41m Transcript

The Game Masters Book Club invites listeners into a thrilling exploration of narrative and horror as they delve into Tricia Wooldridge's chilling anthology, "Where Monsters Prey." Recorded live at…

S1E35 GMBC ep35 - New World Dragons at Rising Phoenix Game Con: To Shape a Dragon's Breath with Monoquill Blackgoose

May 15, 2026 55m Transcript

The conversation revolves around the theme of cultural identity and the intricate relationship between humans and dragons, as illustrated in the young adult fantasy novel "To Shape a Dragon's Breath"…

S1E34 GMBC ep34 - Sapphic Steampunk Shennanigans - Elizabeth Bear's Karen Memory at Rising Phoenix Game Con

May 08, 2026 48m Transcript

The latest episode of the Game Masters Book Club dives into the captivating realms of Elizabeth Bear's *Karen Memory*, a steampunk spy thriller that artfully intertwines adventure with sapphic…

S1E33 GMBC ep33 - Crimes, Competence, and Clever Banter: Insights from Scott Lynch at Rising Phoenix Game Con

May 01, 2026 50m Transcript

The conversation dives headfirst into the rich narrative of Scott Lynch's *The Lies of Locke Lamora*, highlighting its intricate world-building and the morally ambiguous nature of its characters. As…

S1E32 GMBC ep32 - From Graphic Novels to Gaming Tables: How Monstress Inspires Adventure

Apr 24, 2026 49m Transcript

The latest discussion in the Game Masters Book Club revolves around the captivating fantasy horror graphic novel, "Monstress." This episode dives into the intricate world created by Marjorie Liu and…

S1E31 GMBC ep31 - Kaiju, Murders, and Mysteries: Unpacking 'The Tainted Cup'

Apr 10, 2026 38m Transcript

Exploring the intricate world of Robert Jackson Bennett's "The Tainted Cup," the podcast delves into the unique blend of murder mystery and Kaiju chaos that defines this compelling narrative. With a…

S1E30 GMBC ep30 - Secrets and Soceities: A Dive into Genevieve Cogman's *The Invisible Library*

Mar 27, 2026 34m Transcript

The salient point of today's discussion revolves around the captivating exploration of Genevieve Cogman's "The Invisible Library," which serves as a gateway to imaginative tabletop role-playing…

S1E29 GMBC ep29 - Exploring a Post-Apocalyptic Tabletop: A Journey Through Sterling Lanier's Classic - Heiro's Journey

Mar 13, 2026 43m Transcript

Scott Legault, Chris Grannis, and David Clarkson guide listeners through the intriguing world of Sterling E. Lehner's "Hero's Journey," a classic science fiction tale set in a post-apocalyptic…

S1E28 GMBC ep28 - Total Con 40 Chronicles: D-List Villains Take the Stage

Mar 06, 2026 50m Transcript

The podcast delves into the intriguing world of Jim Bernheimer's D-list supervillain series, providing listeners with a fresh perspective on the often-overlooked characters in the superhero genre. As…

S1E27 GMBC ep27 - The Thrills of the Rocketeer: A TTRPG Pulp Exploration

Feb 27, 2026 44m Transcript

The latest discussion revolves around the vibrant and adventurous world of pulp fiction, with a particular focus on the iconic graphic novel, *The Rocketeer*, by Dave Stevens. The hosts delve into…

S1E26 GMBC ep26 - Soaring Through Cinderspires: Unpacking Jim Butcher's Aeronaut's Windlass

Feb 13, 2026 42m Transcript

The discussion takes flight as the hosts delve into Jim Butcher's "The Aeronaut's Windlass," a vibrant exploration of the Cinderspires and the whimsical world of airships and adventure. With a panel…

S1E25 GMBC ep25 - Adventures in Daevabad: A Dive into the City of Brass

Jan 30, 2026 37m Transcript

The discussion begins with a deep dive into the enchanting realm of Daevabad, the mystical City of Brass, where court intrigue, magical beasts, and cultural conflicts collide in a richly woven…

S1E24 GMBC ep24 - Roleplaying Resistance: How 'Bitch Planet' Inspires Subversive Storytelling

Jan 16, 2026 59m Transcript

Kelly Sue DeConnick's graphic novel "Bitch Planet" serves as a powerful backdrop for this episode's discussion, as the hosts explore its themes of misogyny, conformity, and resistance within a…

S1E23 GMBC ep23 - From Goblins to Game Masters: Navigating Political Intrigue with Katherine Addison's The Goblin Emperor

Jan 02, 2026 42m Transcript

George Krubski, Marshall Smith, and Eric Drik dive into a captivating discussion centered around "The Goblin Emperor" by Katherine Addison, a narrative that not only enchants with its intricate…

S1E22 GMBC ep22 - Unveiling the Crescent Moon: A Dive into Saladin Ahmed's The Throne of the Crescent Moon

Dec 26, 2025 53m Transcript

The podcast dives into the rich tapestry of "Throne of the Crescent Moon" by Saladin Ahmed, highlighting its unique blend of fantastical elements and Middle Eastern culture. The discussion centers…

S1E21 GMBC ep21 - From Page to Play: How Anne McCaffrey’s World Inspires Game Masters, with guests The Feral Ladies

Dec 12, 2025 42m Transcript

Casey Asl, Marisa Wolf, and Melissa Olthoff, collectively known as the Farreladies, dive into a rich tapestry of lore and nostalgia as they explore Anne McCaffrey's seminal work, *Dragonflight*, the…

S1E20 GMBC ep20 - Navigating Magic and Romance: The Allure of The Sundered Realms by Casey Blair

Nov 28, 2025 42m Transcript

The podcast dives deep into the enchanting world of *The Sundered Realms*, a fantasy novel by Casey Blair, where magic and romance intertwine amidst a backdrop of intrigue and peril. Listeners are…

S1E19 GMBC ep19 - Unpacking the Unwilling Recruit: Military Strategy Meets Roleplay in Sentence to War

Nov 14, 2025 30m Transcript

The podcast dives into the intriguing realm of military science fiction, centering on "Sentence to War" by J.N. Cheney and Jonathan P. Brazee. The discussion unfolds with hosts Eric Jackson and his…

S1E18 GMBC ep18 - Biotech Horrors and Tabletop Adventures: A Deep Dive into Borne

Oct 31, 2025 59m Transcript

The podcast dives into the gaming potential of Jeff VanderMeer's "Borne," a narrative steeped in morally complex relationships and set against a post-ecological disaster backdrop. Alex Jackl, Ian…

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