Welcome to a brand new Dungeons & Dragons 5e actual-play Podcast. Join Diego Stredel, Emma Brager, Madeline Hunter Smith and Griffin Cork as they are led through the post-apocalyptic Wasted West, found in Midgard from Kobold Press. Missing parents, kissing wizards, and hissing vampires - our cast of characters dive into DM Kevin Cork's twisted mind as he tries to pretend like one of the player characters isn't his son.
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Ep. #72 - I Look Around For Minas Morgul (The Saga of Shadow)
Season 1
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • Duration 53:53
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party makes the pieces fit. Gideon scrapes by, Maeve digs up some buried history, Ilex pins down a suspect, and Xisk brings down the hammer.
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party follows a trail of blood. Ilex does some light foot work, Gideon trips up a new dance partner, Maeve takes the high ground, and Xisk calls down the fire.
Ep. #70 - Teenage Mutant Woman Turtle (The Saga of Shadow)
Season 1
Monday, March 16, 2026 • Duration 49:16
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party cracks open a cold one. Gideon takes someone into the woods, Maeve rides a turtle, Xisk learns some uncomfortable truths, and Ilex takes a leave of absence.
Ep. #69 - Momma Said Knock You Out (The Saga of Shadow)
Season 1
Monday, February 16, 2026 • Duration 44:48
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party faces a serpent in the swamp. Gideon finally asks to cut in, Maeve lights up the swamp, Ilex gets picked up by some shady characters, and Xisk demands the password.
Ep. #68 - An Afternoon of Faesh (The Saga of Shadow)
Season 1
Monday, January 26, 2026 • Duration 48:40
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party solves a problem. Gideon let's a friend steal a joke, Ilex runs off into the night, Xisk does a little spying, and Maeve is still missing.
Ep. #67 - Where The Light Avoids (The Saga of Shadow)
Season 1
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 • Duration 48:36
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party loses a member. Gideon looks for a beer pong table, Maeve up and leaves, Ilex creates beautiful poetry, and Xisk gets incredible answers from his god.
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party finds a new home. Gideon sleeps by the fence, Maeve freshens up, Ilex plies for information, and Xisk indulges in the hot dog fountain.
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party gets on their vengeance ish again. Gideon kisses the homies, Maeve embarrasses herself again, Ilex breaks down, and Xisk prepares the ceremony.
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party works to free a fallen friend. Gideon brings Erica to the fight, Maeve feels the spirit within her, Ilex snaps the vine, and Xisk summons a new Guardian.
Welcome, friends and adventures, to the The Die As Cast Podcast! Our Dungeon Master, Kevin Cork, takes our party through Kobold Press' post-apocalyptic Wasted West in the world of Midgard. Join in the tale of Gideon Sweets (Griffin Cork), Maeve Maldorava (Madeline Hunter Smith), Ilexyldean (Emma Brager) and Xisk (Diego Stredel).
In this episode, our party does a screen-test for most of the episode. Gideon touches the floating fish, Maeve summons an old friend, Ilex decides whether to stay or go, and Xisk says goodbye to a lost companion.
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