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The Arcane Alienist

Hosted by B. J. (aka “GameDoc”) · leisure · EN

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About this Podcast:

A podcast mostly about tabletop roleplaying games, from game theory and concepts to session recaps to sources of inspiration. I also occasionally delve into other nerdy things like board games, comics, books, movies, and television. Email: arcane.alienist@gmail.com. You can leave a voicemail message here or through Speakpipe: http://www.speakpipe.com/ArcaneAlienist #oldschoolessentials #d&d5e #mongoosetraveller#talesofthevaliant#morkborg

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What is The Arcane Alienist about?

A podcast mostly about tabletop roleplaying games, from game theory and concepts to session recaps to sources of inspiration. I also occasionally delve into other nerdy things like board games, comics, books, movies, and television.

Who hosts The Arcane Alienist?

The Arcane Alienist is hosted by B. J. (aka “GameDoc”). The show has published 244 episodes to date.

What has The Arcane Alienist covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Cosmic Fantasy" (28 October 2026, 35 minutes), "RPG a Day 2026 - Sunday's Child" (30 August 2026, 11 minutes), and "RPG a Day 2026 - Wednesday's Child" (26 August 2026, 9 minutes).

How often does The Arcane Alienist publish?

The Arcane Alienist publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 244 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Arcane Alienist?

Booking probability for The Arcane Alienist is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Arcane Alienist requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Arcane Alienist's contact route on record: verified email.

About the host

B. J. (aka “GameDoc”) hosts The Arcane Alienist, a leisure podcast with 244 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #106

    Cosmic Fantasy

    Oct 28, 202635 minS2

    What is Cosmic Fantasy? I have an inkling but I am not completely sure. Some of my favorite podcasters help me explore the topic in this episode, the first one I have created with the help of Pod by Post . This Episode...

  • Aug 30, 202611 min

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week. Thanks to Anthony at ⁠⁠Casting Shadows ⁠⁠ and Dave at ⁠⁠Autocratik⁠⁠ for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to RPGaDay2026...

  • Aug 26, 20269 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week. Thanks to Anthony at ⁠⁠Casting Shadows ⁠⁠ and Dave at ⁠⁠Autocratik⁠⁠ for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to RPGaDay2026...

  • Aug 20, 202611 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week. Thanks to Anthony at ⁠⁠Casting Shadows ⁠⁠ and Dave at ⁠⁠Autocratik⁠⁠ for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to RPGaDay2026...

  • Aug 18, 202613 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week. Thanks to Anthony at ⁠⁠Casting Shadows ⁠⁠ and Dave at ⁠⁠Autocratik⁠⁠ for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to RPGaDay2026...

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  • Aug 15, 20268 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week. Thanks to Anthony at ⁠Casting Shadows ⁠ and Dave at ⁠Autocratik⁠ for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to RPGaDay2026...

  • Aug 13, 202612 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week. Thanks to Anthony at ⁠Casting Shadows ⁠ and Dave at ⁠Autocratik⁠ for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to RPGaDay2026...

  • Aug 9, 202616 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2026 and I am making a D&D character to represent each day of the week, starting with Monday. Thanks to Anthony at Casting Shadows and Dave at Autocratik for organizing this each year. Be sure to listen to...

  • Aug 5, 202622 minS2

    A recap of my latest home game with the kids, in which they ingore the obvious warning and take up a cursed item. Be sure to listen to this episode of Nerds RPG Variety Cast , where we review the newly released film...

  • Jul 14, 202632 minS2

    The party abandons combat for shenanigans in the latest session of Horror on the Hill with theater kids. Plus a call from ⁠Mirke the Meek.⁠ Send me a message! ​Email me at arcane.alienist@gmail.com ​Leave a voicemail at...

  • Jul 5, 202643 minS2

    In this episode I talk about the utility and ubiquitousness of the humble six-sided die. Plus a recap of my home groups first session of Horror on the Hill where they encounter the People of the Cave. We also have calls...

  • Episode #95

    DM Dad

    Jun 23, 202641 minS2

    Happy Fathers Day and Happy (belated) Juneteenth! In this episode I have a recap of my ongoing OSR campaign using Swords & Wizardry Complete with a dash of OSE thrown in for good measure. Also, check out the Cerebrevore...

  • Jan 19, 202628 minS2

    In this episode, we have an unboxing and short review of Delve , a supplement for Shadowdark and 5E by YouTube legend Bob World Builder . Also, I give a long overdue response to a call from Jason of Nerd's RPG Variety...

  • Nov 11, 202546 minS2

    Here's a special episode in honor of both Veterans Day and Native American Heritage Month, where I create a version of the iconic G. I. Joe character Spirit Iron-Knife using Modern War from Zozer Games.

  • Oct 12, 202515 minS2

    it's OSR October! What better way to observe it than to dive into my latest Swords & Wizardry game session. Send me a message! ​Email me at arcane.alienist@gmail.com ​Leave a voicemail at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Speakpipe⁠

  • Sep 22, 202537 minS2

    The latest D&D with Drama Kids - the party slogs through the swamp in search of an evil priest, but find lizardfolk, hydras, dragons, and even a couple of lost elves. I also have some calls regarding the last episode...

  • Aug 29, 202520 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2025 Each August, we take some time each day to reflect about the positives of the hobby. This year, I am combining several prompts at a time to create some adventure scenarios. Here's what I have for the...

  • Aug 20, 202513 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2025 Each August, we take some time each day to reflect about the positives of the hobby. This year, I am combining several prompts at a time to create some adventure scenarios. Here's what I have for the...

  • Aug 15, 202512 minS2

    It's #RPGaDay2025 Each August, we take some time each day to reflect about the positives of the hobby. This year, I am combining several prompts at a time to create some adventure scenarios. Here's what I have for the...

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