Bold Takes and Bad Tempers
Join TTRPG content creator ZachTheBold as he tackles user-submitted questions and scenarios with bold, no-holds-barred advice. Each episode, Zach dives deep into the intricacies of confrontation, player dynamics, and DM rulings, offering insights that are as likely to ignite fiery debates as they are to provide much-needed validation. Tune in for a dose of unfiltered, game-changing guidance that’s sure to stir the pot.
Episodes
72 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | So My Players Destroyed the Sun
In this episode, Zach discusses long planning, fanmail, and min-maxing with flavor! Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
71 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Players Aren't Quirky, They're Insane
In this episode, Zach discusses the insane players, doubling down, and identify! Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
70 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | What Opinion Can I Have For You To Like Me More
In this episode, Zach discusses the new dnd announcements! Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
69 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | It's Your Game Too
In this episode, Zach discusses variance rules and the guy who won't play along. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
68 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Magic Jokes Needs a Preamble
In this episode, Zach discusses short form content, other TTRPG's, and getting free stuff. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
67 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Tater Tots and HR
In this episode, Zach discusses having no sauce, digging your own hole, and working at Subway. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
66 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Surviving GenCon 2026
In this episode, Zach discusses his adventures to Gen Con. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
65 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Get Calls of Doom
In this episode, Zach discusses the his evil phone, a player who just doesn't get it, and trying to stay sane even harder. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
64 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | They'll Remember The Name "Rules Lawyer"
In this episode, Zach discusses the Meijer front, being in the back of a Wendy's, and trying to stay sane. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
63 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Players Vs. My Wife
In this episode, Zach discusses the jetbridge, respecting your wife, and a weirdo DM. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
62 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | There's A Body On The Zoup Sign
In this episode, Zach discusses channel feedback, not having fire, and a Resident Evil arm. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
61 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | A Guest Episode (Not Really)
In this episode, Zach discusses being a waterbed, players taking advantage, and being a hearse mechanic. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
60 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Don't Roll, You'll Wake The Squirrels In My Roof
We are all pretending this was posted on Monday at noon. In this episode, Zach discusses squirrels in the roof, how to run a bad game, and descriptive DM's. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
59 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Am Vindicated By Science and Goodberry
In this episode, Zach discusses being goodberry, Patreon, and making a mech DND session. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Get Me Out Of The Dallas Airport
In this episode, Zach discusses being stranded, the neighbor kid, and arguing with other players. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I'm Eating Ground Turkey In The Trenches
In this episode, Zach discusses his cutting diet, watching soccer while playing DnD, and a thousand superchats. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Enough About Me, How Do You Guys Cry At The Table?
In this episode, Zach discusses luck, the theme of the cycle, and being vulnerable. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | From The Sewers To Critical Role
In this episode, Zach discusses the Age of Umbra announcement, following your dreams, and multi-class balance. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My DM Is Watching Me Through An Arby's Drive Thru
In this episode, Zach discusses CORNER's Ep. 3, Arby's, and positive self talk. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Players Desperately Need to Break The Two-Think Limit
Title by Jadenlindeman3806 "The Two Drink Limit" Candle is now available. Get yours here: https://cantripcandles.com/products/signature-collection-the-two-drink-limit-zach-the-bold In this episode, Zach discusses wedding DJ's, world building without plot, and getting violently ill. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See
52 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My DM’s Recap Is Longer Than The Silmarillion
In this episode, Zach discusses YouTuber's in congress, the worst MTG format, and losing time. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
51 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | To DM, Or Not To DM
In this episode, Zach discusses the losing side of a cool moment, the happenings behind a white castle , and my worst character. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | The Paladin Player Turns My DM Into Nietzsche
In this episode, Zach discusses why he doesn't like paladins, evil drow , and the falmer. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Wall Outlets Are SAW Traps
In this episode, Zach discusses moving, the nightmare of self awareness, and The Purge. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
48 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I'm In The Pitt Eating Scrambled Eggs
In this episode, Zach discusses nefarious friends, cutting weight, and DnD's new neurochip. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Dear Zach, My Life Is In Shambles
In this episode, Zach discusses same old jokes, being walked on by your players, and a COD camapign. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Am Playing Guess Who By Myself
In this episode, Zach discusses dying bars, getting your friends partners, and long super thanks. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Burger King Headset Is Telling Me To Rule of Cool
In this episode, Zach discusses being jealous, the new DnD line up and making new friends. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Every Encounter Is An Interrogation
In this episode, Zach discusses his trip, knocking socks off, and saving your friends from their relationships. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Can't Be Your Therapist, I'm Cursed By An Etsy Witch
In this episode, Zach discusses rust monsters, curses, and falling in love with your DM. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers |This Podcast is About Positivity
In this episode, Zach discusses karaoke, shifties, and one-shot spells. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I'm Playing With The Mannequins From I Am Legend
In this episode, Zach discusses raising a kitten, rules he would change, and giving up on your players. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Have a Synth Daughter and an Elemental Wife
In this episode, Zach discusses his moments as a server, updates on the cat, and playing Minecraft in DnD. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Am Trapped In Purgatory
In this episode, Zach discusses watching others play dnd, magic burnout, and the idea of the game store. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Can't Even Tell What Is Bait Anymore
I did not realize that the 1979 Stalker film is also known as one of the most boring films ever produced. In this episode, Zach discusses the difference between DnD and just talking to your friends, some new subclasses, and Philip Glass. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
37 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Would Just Live In The Sewers
In this episode, Zach discusses being a vampire, his math teacher's investments, and the backrooms dnd-like. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | These Questions and Zoup Will Be The End Of Me
In this episode, Zach discusses being top 100, yelling at Zoup management, and losing brain cells. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | There Are People Eating Hotdogs In My Drivethru
In this episode, Zach discusses Midwestern Christmas, lore accurate villains, and getting ready for the new year. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | This Book Has Flavor?
In this episode, Zach discusses the new Eberron book, making your players care about other campaigns, and listening to your heart. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | David Lynch's Pizzeria
In this episode, Zach discusses pizza parlors, streaming sports, and having terrain ruin your game. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Counting Seeds And Nuts
In this episode, Zach discusses video game movies, vampires, and subverting your players expectations by playing a completely different game. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Chili's Mozz Broke My SpiritChili's Mozz Broke My Spirit
In this episode, Zach discusses the broken human spirit vs. Texas Roadhouse, mutated mice, and seeing a DM's perspective. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Used to Rage-bait Myself
In this episode, Zach discusses touchy-feely theater kids, booking flights, and a professor's dream for God to take him. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.comv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Brain Is Crystalizing From The Cortisol
In this episode, Zach discusses disgruntled family gatherings, DM vendettas, and getting pregnant as an Applebee's server. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Who Is DMing You Guys? Jigsaw?
In this episode, Zach discusses airport restaurants, MTG dorks, and playing DnD for the roleplay and story. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Lightning Round
In this episode, Zach discusses deer nuts, seeking help from a trusted adult, and being a former gym chad. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I Can't Go Outside Because Of The Random Encounters
In this episode, Zach discusses volunteering for the elderly, going on dates, and thanking our blue collar workers. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Let Me Roleplay In Every Board Game
In this episode, Zach discusses board games, having no one to play them with, and JackBox as a humiliation ritual. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | "TTRPG" Isn't Working
In this episode, Zach discusses depressing kids, why dark vision doesn't seem balanced, and why TTRPG is a dated term Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Uncanny Island
In this episode, Zach discusses his vacation, rushing a campaign, and his love for the midwest Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Reasonable Responses and Calm Demeanors
Check out Scorched Basin! A TTRPG system-agnostic setting I wrote a one-shot for! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... In this episode, Zach discusses how to make a reasonable response, dealing with immeasurable disappointment, and checking on your friends Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for
21 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | The Plight of the Spotlight Hog
Check out Scorched Basin! A TTRPG system-agnostic setting I wrote a one-shot for! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/scorched-basin?ref=a5gi76 In this episode, Zach discusses how "funny" DnD players are made, r/dndcirclejerk, and coping with moving. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva
20 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Prophecies Were Too Late
Check out Scorched Basin! A TTRPG system-agnostic setting I wrote a one-shot for! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/scorched-basin?ref=a5gi76 In this episode, Zach discusses the dark age of DnD, encouraging unfunny players, and visions of the past and future. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acas
19 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | I've Been Awakened From My Coma
In this episode, Zach discusses chemical warfare with shoes on, making social ostracization a game mechanic, and changing the mood while keeping the paint. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Injustice Comboing Your Players IRL
In this episode, Zach discusses playing DnD in cleats, maintaining concentration in the warp, and dealing with losing characters as a DM. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Thinking Outside The Box
In this episode, Zach discusses the recent long-form surge, subscription services, and how to prepare your players for a dungeon. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Pacing and Introspection
In this episode, Zach discusses only things about DnD and nothing else... Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Gen Con Recap
In this episode, Zach discusses his worst hotel experience, GenCon Events, and how to introduce a campaign. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com You can blame the stress pimples on the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kokomo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Great Clips and Min-Maxing
Come meet me in person at Gen Con! Get your free tickets here! https://www.gencon.com/events/271507 In this episode, Zach discusses being stressed in public, book delays, and how to make high-level play tolerable. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | The Wizard Mains Are Mad
Come meet me in person at Gen Con! Get your free tickets here! https://www.gencon.com/events/271507 In this episode, Zach discusses AI, the tragedy that was Game of Thrones, and how many kids you should have. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My Homebrew World Is Too Cool
Come meet me in person at Gen Con! Get your free tickets here! https://www.gencon.com/events/271507 In this episode, Zach discusses Magic: The Gathering Arena and masochism, dealing with an annoying player, and his previous campaign. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Catching Up
In this episode, ZachTheBold discusses his experience guest-starring on Critical Role, Skill Check, and ScryBabies. He also dives a bit more into the current state of Dungeons and Dragons, content theft, and even gets to the point of the show (answering questions)! Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com (DON'T make fun of this email, outlook
10 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | A Fiery Farewell (For Now)
Hello, everyone, and thank you for tuning in to the end of this first season of Bold Takes and Bad Tempers. As stated in the video, I am taking a short hiatus from the podcast to concentrate on making different long-form content. Don't fret, there is plenty more to come. Thank you all for your support through the series; it means the world to me. If you ever encounter a sticky situation and want t
09 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Dealing With Resurrection
Zach ponders the lack of atmosphere in DND campaigns, players that want their characters to play the game for them, and why CR is a psyop. Make sure to send all questions to BoldTakes@Outlook.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Clunky Combat
In this episode Zach gives advice on how to make combat better without adding a million homebrew rules, character betrayal, and the BG3 effect. Thank you everyone for the support and send your questions to BoldTakes@Outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Give Us A New Class
Zach dives deep into his frustrations with power gamers, the chaos of missing players, and the challenges of dealing with characters whose motivations clash.Thank you everyone for the support! Please send in your questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | Game Philosophy
Listen to Zach ramble about his thoughts on narrative game philosophy, power gamers, and wild magic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | My DM Hates Me
In this episode, Zach dives deep into the science of Acid Splash, tackles the tricky issue of DMs who powergame, and addresses how to handle players jumping ahead of the DM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | It's What My Character Would Do
In this episode, Zach breaks down some of the worst sayings in DnD, how to handle a DM NPC, and what to do when someone doesn't know their character after three years of play. Send your questions to BoldTakes@outlook.com Thank you everyone for the support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | All Roleplay Is not Good Roleplay
In this scorching hot episode, Zach dives deep into the art of roleplay, explores how to guide player progression, and tackles the tricky balance of managing overpowered characters. Send in your red flag moments, sticky situations, or general inquiries to BoldTakes@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | The Main Character
In this episode, ZachTheBold dives into the rise of protagonist players, the pitfalls of original characters (OCs), and offers tips for keeping your campaign engaging and dynamic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01 | Bold Takes and Bad Tempers | A Complicated Situation
Zach answers community questions about metagaming, magic weapons, and dating your DM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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