Miskatonic University Podcast

Your Friend Nate, a narrative game runner and podcaster with a flair for storytelling and improvisation, joins the discussion to enhance your game mastery. They dive into defining atmosphere, exploring its emotional impact and how to build tension through contrast. Nate emphasizes using the five senses and simple sensory cues to create depth, encouraging players to contribute their own details. They also highlight the importance of varied tones and the power of memory-linked cues like smell and taste to evoke strong reactions. Tune in for actionable insights and fun homework!

Explore the art of game mastering with insights on pacing your games effectively. Discover the importance of communication and aligning expectations with players. Learn practical prep strategies to minimize dead time, and explore techniques like pre-rolls and the 'talk, fight, repeat' model. The hosts discuss when to slow down or speed up pacing based on player preferences. They also share tips for recapturing pacing and knowing when to end a session. Plus, enjoy a delightful pet picture shout-out!

This episode, Keepers Dave & Bridgett discuss ways to make space scary with Graham Walmsley. Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! Let’s take a moment to welcome our new backers to the show! New members Joe McMahon Skip Morton Joe Kontor The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Gene for editing this episode. We have NEW EDITORS!!!!!!! Guys! Let’s give a mighty GO PODS and a hearty welcome to our new editors!!!! Gene, a long time TTRPG human, artist, producer, and mastering engineer!  Joe McMahon, a musician, photographer, and software engineer!  Luca Veronese, an Anthropology student in the UK and enthusiastic audio drama creator and late night music show host.  And of course we still have Nate, whom you met last episode for the Gaslight review. Nate has really been the third member of MUP for a while now, but we’re glad to have a whole new cohort to join him. Welcome, welcome new editors and THANK YOU for supporting the show!  Main Topic —  Tonight, we’re here with some inspiration to help you make space… truly horrifying. As if it’s not horrifying enough. 

This episode, Keepers Dave & Bridgett along with Editor Nate take a tour through the Cthulhu by Gaslight Investigator’s Guide! Join us as we delve into book, pull inspiration, become inspired, and explore creative ways to create your own Gaslight setting! Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Nate for editing this episode. Thanks Nate! Main Topic —  Riffing on the Cthulhu by Gaslight Investigator’s Guide https://www.chaosium.com/blogreleasing-in-december-cthulhu-by-gaslight-investigators-guide

This episode, Keeper Dave take us on a tour of Necronomicon 2024! Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Dave for editing this episode. Main Topic —  Necronomicon2024

This episode, Keepers Dave & Bridgett bring you part 2 of 2 for Cthulhu at the ENnies! We ‘re interviewing 2024 ENnie Nominated Call of Cthulhu creators on their works, what makes them unique, and their inspiration! Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Nate for editing this episode. Main Topic —  Guest Brian Holland is nominated for Best Writing and Best Adventure Longform! https://www.chaosium.com/alone-against-the-static-hardcover/

This episode, Keepers Dave & Bridgett bring you part 1 of 2 for Cthulhu at the ENnies! We‘re interviewing 2024 ENnie Nominated Call of Cthulhu creators on their works, what makes them unique, and their inspiration! Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Nate for editing this episode. Main Topic —  David Waldron and Alex Guillotte https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/475313/los-hobos-and-the-wolves-of-carcosa https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/455049/the-last-dance-of-lola-montez-a-call-of-cthulhu-modern-adventure https://www.chaosium.com/blogcongratulations-to-our-2024-ennies-awards-winners/

This episode, Keepers Dave & Bridgett interview bestselling Call of Cthulhu writer, Rina Haenze, on how to publish for Call of Cthulhu! Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! That’s right – our backers are getting a lot of great stuff these days. Through our curriculum they got special mini-episodes from Josephine McAdam Mike Mason Sean and Andrew from HPLHS New members Traci Auerbach Antonio Marchena Jed Lackritz Gene Williams The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Nate for editing this episode. Thanks Nate! Bridgett’s Pet Pick Shout Out This episode, I’d like to shout out Maisy, the gorgeous puppers of fan of the show –Zondria! This baby is all smiles, all carefree joy, and is living her best life. Check out this photo in the show notes! It’s an uplifter. Main Topic —  Tonight we kick off Lesson Six of our Curriculum Enhance your Call of Cthulhu storytelling, where we will cover all the various aspects of writing, running, publishing, performing, and generally vibing with Call of Cthulhu.  Over this six episode series, we will give you all the tools you need to become a Call of Cthulhu champion. Today is Episode 6 – How to Publish for Call of Cthulhu. Rina is here to join us for more of a roundtable discussion! https://linktr.ee/rinahaenze

This episode, Keepers Dave and Bridgett interview the award winning actor, Josephine McAdam, on how to be a great Call of Cthulhu Streamer! Patreon Plug & Update We have a Patreon! To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Dave for editing this episode. Thanks Dave!  Main Topic —  Tonight is Lesson Five of our New MUP Curriculum Cthulhu University, where we will cover all the various aspects of writing, running, publishing, performing, and generally vibing with Call of Cthulhu.  As you’ve heard over the last few episodes, we are providing you all the tools you need to become a Call of Cthulhu champion. In this advanced class, we will discuss professional performances and what it takes to take your gaming to the next level!  

This episode is MUP’s 300th Episode! GUYS!!! This is INCREDIBLE!!! Congratulations to all of the hosts, previous hosts, editors, previous editors, fans, patreon backers, listeners, supporters, and YOU! For this special occasion, we’ve brought HPLHS onto the show to celebrate! Sean Branney and Andrew Leman join Keepers Dave & Bridgett as we continue with our Cthulhu University Curriculum Series and discuss how and when to use clues and props in your Call of Cthulhu experience! Patreon Plug & Update We have a membership of sorts too! And our backers got their own short pre-show interview discussing rumors! How do I become an MUP backer? Bridgett? To back us you can click the button on the sidebar of our website, mu-podcast.com or head over to Patreon directly at www.patreon.com/mup! The Discord Plug We have our MUP Discord and we are all there! We invite all of our listeners to come and enjoy the community of horror gaming and cute pet pics. Link in the show notes: MU Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/vNjEv9D  And thank you to our editor Dave for editing this episode. Thanks Dave! Main Topic —  Our topic tonight is: What makes good Clues and Props? And How to Make Yours Better