This Game Could Be Your Life
127 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn late September 2017 four grown-ass men sat down to play and record their first session of a tabletop role playing game called Dungeon World.
If any of those words turn your stomach, just wait! It gets worse!
Not only was the session recorded, it was also edited into what came to be known as This Game Could Be Your Life, the very same weekly adventure podcast that you're about to listen to.
You are going to listen to it, aren't you? I mean, you're already here.
Might as well start at the beginning!
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Episodes
Plans For Popv
March 25, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBSeason 3, Episode 16 Hang on tight as we offer up our opinions on two year old movies. The group meets some colorful characters on the way to Kings Grave and a friendly gnome offers up some advice. Grab that plastic bottle of Popov and come with us on a magical adventure.
The Troll Whisperer
March 18, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBSeason 3, Episode 15 Is the spoken word mightier than the sword? Can you crawl into your own body? Will Tuft find a set of tiny, adorable armor? Join us on a knowledge quest as we seek the answers!
Golem?! Dang Near Killed Him!
March 04, 2019 00:00 - 56 minutes - 22.6 MBSeason 3, Episode 13 The boys fight a book golem and a minotaur after a lively discussion about Temple of the Dog. We also talk about Cannibal Corpse, Cannabis Corpse and how sad the Bolt Thrower website is. Curt then makes an indecent proposal to one of our biggest fans in this jam packed episode.
Borders books and music: The Forgotten Realm
February 24, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 27.1 MBSeason 3, Episode 12 Let's take a field trip to the library!
Knowledge Quest
February 18, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBSeason 3, Episode 10 Nastiness is our brand, and boy do we stay on brand this episode. Memeanon offers a plan B after the group refuses to hand over the Witch eyes.
DIY Potion Making
February 11, 2019 00:00 - 53 minutes - 23.7 MBSeason 3, Episode 10 It's cats vs. dogs with no winner in sight. Scrod shows some major hubris in some homemade potioneering during the gangs latest scheme.
Spooky Obstacle Course
February 03, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 24.5 MBSeason 3, Episode 9 In this episode the gang gets down to business getting those witch eyes, but not before some Linux jokes at Curt's expense. Tuft manages to use his pee as divination magic, truly wonderful stuff.
Tuskman gets his medicine
January 28, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 26.1 MBSeason 3, Episode 8 Tuskman sets out to scratch an itch if you know what I mean. Then the group sets out to procure some Witch Queen Eyes which may double as a yummy snack.
Must Love Dogs
January 20, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 25.6 MBSeason 3, Episode 7 Episode seven coming in hot! Count Genesee gives the boys an offer they can't refuse. Curt reveals a dark secret that makes us question the limits of what love is, should, and can be.
Turned Out Then Turnt Up
January 14, 2019 00:00 - 53 minutes - 21.6 MBSeason 3, Episode 6 It's a shopping episode ya'll! So I hope you like hearing about whatever dumb stuff that pops into our heads. Covered in this episode: Early Internet boards, The high desert, Kate Bush, Oregon Militias and much much more.
Demonic Dunks
January 07, 2019 00:00 - 57 minutes - 20.5 MBSeason 3, Episode 5 The boys have some downtime and manage to summon a demon during a pickup game of basketball. We also talk about boardgames and Death Metal.
Colossal Payout
December 31, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBSeason 3, Episode 4 After a long nap amongst corpses the group sets off to get paid for their hard work. Be sure to keep your eyes open for the half mile tall monster to.
These Hacks are Slashing
December 24, 2018 00:00 - 55 minutes - 21.4 MBSeason 3, Episode 3 Let's get ready to rumble with your favorite elderly wizard, tiny halfling and drugged out half orc. We also talk about the new Flyers mascot. Fun stuff.
Hunting, Tracking and Snacking
December 17, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 19 MBSeason 3, Episode 2 The gang goes on the hunt for Countess Genesee and takes part in the glorious bounty of nature. Jeff is concerned about a potential parasite.
Rise of the daddy master
December 10, 2018 00:00 - 59 minutes - 17.2 MBSeason 3, Episode 1 It's the first episode of Season 3 with Jeff in the DM chair. Let's meet the gang and get started on a new magical adventure.
Monster of the Week
December 02, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBMonster of the Week A quick breather between seasons finds us playing a game of Monster of the Week live on WKDU Drexel Radio in Philadelphia.
Reckless Driving? No, We Wrecked A Lot Of Stuff
November 28, 2018 00:00 - 59 minutes - 18.5 MBSeason 2, Episode 26 It's the season two finale and it's a real humdinger. The crew gets into it with Char Nomax before leading the police on a dramatic chase. Will they escaped Seattle unscathed?
Urgent Meeting In The Party Crasher
November 15, 2018 00:00 - 40 minutes - 12.6 MBSeason 2, Episode 25 Zip is all patched up and ready for action but the team is not happy about their most recent contract. They decide to pay their employer a visit for a little project retrospective.
Speed Heals
November 04, 2018 01:00 - 39 minutes - 12.8 MBSeason 2, Episode 24 He's got the medicine you need. He's got the power, he's got the speed. Zip is on death's door. If he's going to be of any use to the team he's gonna need some tuning up. Call Dr. Rock!
Tactical Limo Assault Squad
October 26, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 21.3 MBSeason 2, Episode 23 Blam! Ratatatata! Crash! Honk! Snikt! Holy cow it's a lot of fighting tonight. The Tactical Limo Assault Squad goes in guns blazing and Zip really puts his dermal plating to the test. Spoiler alert: The plating does not pass the test.
Shadow Sabotuer
October 17, 2018 01:00 - 56 minutes - 17.7 MBSeason 2, Episode 22 The team gets started on their new job. It's their toughest challenge yet but an armored limousine and a generous helping of C4 should see them through.
Infiltration? Demolitions? Tactical Gliding?!
October 11, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBSeason 2, Episode 21 BKZ (Blackball, Khol & Zip abreviated) start planning for a new job. It's a highly dangerous mission that will take them into a heavily guarded facility. They float a lot of different ideas but will it all come down to the hang glider?
Brought Brass Knuckles To A Gun Fight
October 04, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBSeason 2, Episode 20 BLAM! POW! WHACK! It's all action tonight as the hard boys get right down to business, accosting two-bit politician Stu Cargill. They can't let him get to his meeting. Will their strong arms be enough to strong-arm him?
Salary Negotiations
September 24, 2018 01:00 - 30 minutes - 9.17 MBSeason 2, Episode 19 Zip is back! Hoorah! The squad gets together again to do what they do best: Perform acts of violence for money. This week the gang calls up a metahuman rights activist they know to scare up some work. As luck would have it, their services are needed this very night!
Our Favorite Bakeries
September 19, 2018 01:00 - 54 minutes - 17.9 MBSeason 2, Episode 18 They did it. They defeated Bashful Bill and robbed him. Now it's time to get paid. We also discuss some of our favorite bakeries, the Bachelor, and tell some restaurant stories. Fun!
Horny For Yourself, Horny For the Kill
September 12, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 19.6 MBSeason 2, Episode 17 Khol is trapped in a mirror trance, a victim of his own rugged sex appeal. Meanwhile, Blackball stalks. Will they secure the merchandise and make their escape?! Or will Bashful Bill show his face and show his claws?!
Mirror, Mirror, Where is Khol?
September 03, 2018 01:00 - 48 minutes - 15.1 MBSeason 2, Episode 16 Blackball (FKA Balzac) and Khol get started on a good old fashioned burglary. Jobs like this are Khol's bread and butter.Should be no problem as long as he can remember what's what in the House of Mirrors.
Just Some Really Valuable Fantasy Opinions
August 27, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 21.1 MBSeason 2, Episode 15 The podcasters, in their exciting IRL personalities, pull no punches with some hard-hitting high fantasy criticism. Then they head out for a nice quiet boat ride. But could they have been followed? Also, Curt (Zip) and Zip (Curt) are absent this week and will be for the next 3 episodes.
The Kids Are(n't) Alright
August 21, 2018 01:00 - 47 minutes - 15.8 MBSeason 2, Episode 14 The runners come face to face with their most lethal foe to date, a young tough defending his neighborhood from a perceived menace. But it's all fun and games. Like murderball.
Home Alone Four or Five or Whatever
August 12, 2018 01:00 - 56 minutes - 18.9 MBSeason 2, Episode 13 Someone threw a rock a Balzac's limozeeen. That's unacceptable. The assailant will pay but first our heroes must navigate a deadly gauntlet of traps.
Girl's Night
August 06, 2018 01:00 - 57 minutes - 19.2 MBSeason 2, Episode 12 After a hard day's work the fellas are taking some time off and enjoying a nice ride through the city. Kuhl gets a little too relaxed and attracts some unwanted attention. In Seattle, danger emerges when you least expect it!
She's Crafty
July 29, 2018 01:00 - 42 minutes - 13.9 MBSeason 2, Episode 11 With the elimination of the vicious Halloweeners an air of peace settles over the Party Crasher. Halfway to their desintation and their enemies have been defeated. Surely the rest of this ride will pass without incident. Surely! Surely, right?
They're Trackin' Mike D to My Dismay
July 26, 2018 01:00 - 51 minutes - 17.4 MBSeason 2, Episode 10 The squad is ready to do the dang thing. They go pick up their charming charge and start driving across town. It's a pleasant ride with pleasant company until an interuption occurs. It's some trick or treaters and the gang is all out of treats.
New Job, Endless Hustle
July 18, 2018 01:00 - 43 minutes - 14.8 MBSeason 2, Episode 9 After some reminiscences of fine dining experiences, the industrious gents are approached about a new job! The hustle resumes as they start planning for a potentially dangerous escort mission.
In the Court of the Corpulent King
July 11, 2018 01:00 - 49 minutes - 15.7 MBSeason 2, Episode 8 Kuhl has caught the scent of money in those stolen corporate memos. If Renraku has an interest in ley lines then there's bound to be a few nuyen in it. But what are they even? When Kuhl needs obscure magical info there's only one man in Seattle he'll call. But will his tribute be enough the to gain him an audience with the powerful, portly King Tum Tum?
Pass the Cyber-Syrup Please
July 07, 2018 01:00 - 29 minutes - 9.84 MBSeason 2, Episode 7 Now that they've been paid out for their neat, timely, and thorough work, the guys go to unwind and spend some of their hard earned cash at IHOP. As they talk over their plans for the next job, Zip gets a disturbing phone call.
Thank You, Pay Me
June 26, 2018 01:00 - 28 minutes - 9.89 MBSeason 2, Episode 6 This week we join the Triumverate of Bozos in medias res as they get ready to deliver the package and finally get paid for this dang job already. Additionally, we dabble in music critism before heading out for a celebratory meal.
Genny, Can You Hear Me?
June 19, 2018 01:00 - 27 minutes - 8.98 MBSeason 2, Episode 5 Haunted Playgrounds, Corporate Data, Delightful Cream Ales, Squallid Apartments. That's a list of things in this episode. It's not a long list and it's not a long episode. Please enjoy it. Please. Thank you. Additionally, we talk about television shows that frightened us as children. Please enjoy that as well. Thank you.
Face 2 Face: 1ntruder Arrives
June 11, 2018 01:00 - 45 minutes - 14.2 MBSeason 2, Episode 4 They've prowled the streets of Seattle. The scent of their prey always just ahead of them. At last they make visual contact. Their quarry is in front of them. Will the rambunctious runners trod on 1ntruder? Or will the devious decker defy them and leave them in the dust?
Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your dumb hacker name
June 04, 2018 01:00 - 35 minutes - 10.7 MBSeason 2, Episode 3 This week the radical runners continue their hunt for 1ntruder. They've got her description and her government name. Now if they can navigate the treacherous seas of Seattle's seedy decker scene they'll have their mark. But will they be undone by their poor understanding of basic bar etiquette or by unseen enemies circling like sharks?
Enchanted Interrogation Techniques
May 27, 2018 01:00 - 57 minutes - 17.5 MBSeason 2, Episode 2 Our heroes make haste to the site of 1ntruder's intrusion! Kuhl lies his way in and an interogation ensues! Will They get the info they need to complete their mission and secure a positive quarterly review from Renraku?! Tune in to find out!
References Available Upon Request
May 21, 2018 01:00 - 34 minutes - 10.9 MBSeason 2, Episode 1 The new gang introduces themselves and assembles for a job interview. Can they get a gainful gig or will they end up another cluster of corporate casualties? And even if they land the job, how will they get there?!
Tomb of Horrors - Part 4
May 14, 2018 01:00 - 55 minutes - 19.9 MBTomb of Horrors - Part Four Part Four of the riveting tale of Earnest Milsplaith, adventuring real estate mogul, and his discovery of the dreaded Tomb of Horrors.
Tomb of Horrors - Part 3
May 13, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 23.5 MBTomb of Horrors - Part Three Part Three of the riveting tale of Earnest Milsplaith, adventuring real estate mogul, and his discovery of the dreaded Tomb of Horrors.
Tomb of Horrors - Part 2
May 12, 2018 01:00 - 58 minutes - 21.2 MBTomb of Horrors - Part Two Part Two of the riveting tale of Earnest Milsplaith, adventuring real estate mogul, and his discovery of the dreaded Tomb of Horrors.
Tomb of Horrors - Part 1
May 11, 2018 01:00 - 54 minutes - 20.1 MBTomb of Horrors - Part One Part One of the riveting tale of Earnest Milsplaith, adventuring real estate mogul, and his discovery of the dreaded Tomb of Horrors.
Total Wanton Candimonium
May 06, 2018 01:00 - 41 minutes - 14.7 MBSeason 1, Episode 31 William speaks with his father, Romulus gets his first taste of true power, and our Heroes are visited by an old, winged candi-friend.
License to Illithid
April 29, 2018 01:00 - 56 minutes - 20 MBSeason 1, Episode 30 Willam and his father spend some quality time together while Kel loses his head.
The Dark Carnival of LOLz
April 23, 2018 01:00 - 38 minutes - 13.9 MBSeason 1, Episode 29 Gogan gets his ass handed to him while Romulus accidentally saves the day.
If I've Retconned Once, I've Retconned A Thousand Times
April 15, 2018 01:00 - 59 minutes - 21.1 MBSeason 1, Episode 28 Finding out that linear time really doesn't mean as much as we thought it does, we retcon our way through a brutal bash-a-thon atop this "squashed ziggurat" in Victorsberg.