Around the Hearth

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Known Territory: Ep 2 Good Society

September 24, 2026

Welcome to another episode of our new series on the Around the Hearth podcast feed: Known Territory: GMs Talk Games. Each episode we sit down with an experienced game facilitator who has played a specific TTRPG extensively. They will discuss how they pitch the game, best practices for running, useful tools, potential pitfalls, and more.This time we have designer, consultant, and co-creator of Asians Represent!, Agatha Cheng. She's here to talk about the amazing game Good Society, a diceless T...

Open Hearth Podcast Ep 24: Trespasser, The One Ring 2e, Slugblaster

September 17, 2026

In this episode of the Open Hearth Podcast, host Dominik talks with a couple of community members about their gaming. This time Guy and Anders discuss things they recently played, cover three RPGs in more depth (Trespasser, The One Ring 2e, and Slugblaster), and then the group finishes up with some things they've been digging recently.Games Discussed:TrespasserThe One Ring 2eSlugblasterShared HearthRegistration is now open for the Shared Hearth free open gaming event October 1st - October 4th...

Open Hearth Podcast Ep 23: Talking Arium

September 03, 2026

In this episode, Gwen talks with community member & layout/designer David MK and game designer Will Munn about Arium the Worldbuilding RPG. They cover the game's core concepts, adaptability, and new elements added by Arium: Evolve.  The Kickstarter for the new boxed edition of Arium, which includes the new supplement, runs through Wed, Sept 16th, 2026. The Arium KickstarterArium's HomepageAquavertigo (David MK) Shared Hearth free open gaming event is coming October 1st - October 4th, 2026...

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Around the Hearth is hosted by Lowell Francis. Its publicly listed email is openhearthgamingcommunity@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Around the Hearth?

The publicly listed email for Around the Hearth: openhearthgamingcommunity@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Around the Hearth have?

Podseeker estimates Around the Hearth reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Around the Hearth?

Around the Hearth typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Experienced game masters, tabletop RPG designers, authors, and creators with deep knowledge of a particular roleplaying game or meaningful experience in game design and play. Common among recent guests: Extensive experience running a specific tabletop RPG; Published tabletop RPG design or writing; Substantive analysis of roleplaying game history, mechanics, or facilitation. Recent guests include Jim Crocker.

How hard is it to get booked on Around the Hearth?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Around the Hearth cover?

Recent episodes cover Tabletop Roleplaying, Game Design, Game Mastering, Game History, and Indie Games. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.