🎮 Play Well Network 🎙️

🌟 Our Mission

The Play Well Network (PWN) focuses on crafting content that encourages listeners to approach their hobbies with thoughtfulness, creativity, and a positive spirit. Our podcasts range from analytical deep-dives into classic games to heartfelt adventures in tabletop worlds, all united by a passion for intentional and meaningful play.

🎧 Our Podcasts

• The #Backlog Breakdown: A reflective look at gaming backlogs through a faith-informed lens. Two friends discuss their personal journeys in balancing life, responsibilities, and the games they love—offering insights into how to play wisely, rather than just beating the clock.
• Dragonlance: The Thorns of War: A fully produced actual play podcast set in the world of Krynn during the events of "Shadow of the Dragon Queen." High-quality sound design, character-driven storytelling, and an authentic tabletop experience bring these legendary quests to life.
• Henshin Dad: A spirited exploration into the world of tokusatsu (Japanese live-action special effects shows), released twice weekly. From Kamen Rider to Super Sentai, this podcast blends fandom nostalgia with a newcomer’s curiosity, making it accessible and engaging.
• Montblanc’s Hunters: A Final Fantasy TTRPG: Journey into the beloved Final Fantasy universe of Ivalice. Follow a band of hunters as they accept perilous jobs to track dangerous monsters, experience heartwarming camaraderie, and uncover hidden stories that enrich the tapestry of this classic setting.
• Nothing New Under the Porch: A quirky, earnest podcast blending theological musings, playful satire, and discussions of games old and new. Expect nostalgic callbacks and thoughtful commentary, all served with a gentle sense of humor that invites reflection as well as laughter.
• Retronim: Bite-sized, no-frills retrospectives from a dad who loves classic games but barely has time to edit. Perfect for a quick dose of nostalgia, these short episodes deliver a genuine, personal take on the pixelated past.
• The Retro Station: A hub for all things retro nerd culture: classic video games, vintage sci-fi, Dungeons & Dragons sessions, and the beloved media that defined decades of fandom. Tune in for passionate discussions and deep dives into the roots of geek culture.
• Tales from the Rusty Speeder: An actual play Star Wars Edge of the Empire podcast following a ragtag crew aboard the Oola. Navigate moral dilemmas, face Imperial threats, and carve out your story in a galaxy where survival demands courage, cunning, and a touch of luck.