The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish

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The Lazy RPG Talk Show and the Lazy GM Prep show. D&D news, commentary, spotlights, Q&A, and lazy GM prep with Mike Shea of Sly Flourish.

Recent Episodes
  • Returning Greyharp – Dragon Empire Prep Session 26
    Jun 13, 2025 – 43:15
  • Daggerheart Spotlight – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Jun 9, 2025 – 59:37
  • Vestar the Shining Storm – Dragon Empire Prep Session 25
    Jun 6, 2025 – 30:33
  • The 5e Artisanal Database – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Jun 2, 2025 – 01:08:23
  • The Third Heaven – Dragon Empire Prep Session 24
    May 30, 2025 – 29:14
  • Daggerheart Released – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    May 26, 2025 – 01:01:41
  • The Shadow Drake – Dragon Empire Prep Session 23
    May 23, 2025 – 37:32
  • Gary Gygax's 25 Year D&D Predictions from 1999 – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    May 19, 2025 – 01:05:01
  • Court of Winter's Love – Dragon Empire Prep Session 23
    May 16, 2025 – 26:14
  • Three 5E Systems in One Game – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    May 12, 2025 – 01:07:27
  • The Scholar's Path – Dragon Empire Prep Session 22
    May 9, 2025 – 31:02
  • Chessex Battle Mat Deep Dive – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    May 5, 2025 – 01:06:36
  • Sunray – Dragon Empire Prep Session 21
    May 2, 2025 – 27:58
  • Is WOTC a Good Steward of D&D? – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Apr 28, 2025 – 59:47
  • Let's Make an Adventure with the City of Arches
    Apr 25, 2025 – 39:19
  • Play D&D 6e Today – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Apr 21, 2025 – 55:18
  • Graymist – Dragon Empire Prep Session 20
    Apr 18, 2025 – 31:11
  • How RPGs Die – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Apr 14, 2025 – 01:09:10
  • The Blackspire Heist – Dragon Empire Prep Session 19
    Apr 11, 2025 – 39:10
  • WOTC Was Right! – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Apr 7, 2025 – 01:07:25
  • Path to Blackspire – Dragon Empire Prep Session 18
    Apr 4, 2025 – 42:19
  • Memoirs of a Dracolich – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Mar 31, 2025 – 56:39
  • Sigil's Demise – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Mar 24, 2025 – 01:12:27
  • Shopping Cliffhanger – Dragon Empire Prep Session 17
    Mar 21, 2025 – 42:23
  • Shadowdark Love-Fest – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Mar 17, 2025 – 59:20
  • The Sunless Stream – Dragon Empire Prep Session 16
    Mar 14, 2025 – 37:15
  • RPGs I Want to Play – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Mar 10, 2025 – 01:02:48
  • Shrine of Isis – Dragon Empire Prep Session 15
    Mar 7, 2025 – 31:49
  • Challenge Rating Deep Dive – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Mar 3, 2025 – 01:00:01
  • The Red Portal Part 2 – Dragon Empire Prep Session 13
    Feb 28, 2025 – 32:46
  • The End of One D&D – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Feb 24, 2025 – 01:03:30
  • The Red Portal Part 1 – Dragon Empire Prep Session 12
    Feb 21, 2025 – 43:37
  • D&D 2025 Monster Manual Deep Dive – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Feb 17, 2025 – 01:10:55
  • Ziggurat of Thoth-Hermes – Dragon Empire Prep Session 11
    Feb 7, 2025 – 42:02
  • D&D 2025 Monster Manual First Look – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Feb 3, 2025 – 01:04:18
  • Blood Magic – Dragon Empire Prep Session 10
    Jan 31, 2025 – 40:13
  • Independent Spaces for RPG Discourse – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Jan 27, 2025 – 01:12:15
  • The Puzzle Box – Dragon Empire Prep Session 9
    Jan 17, 2025 – 34:01
  • Monster Manual Concerns – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Jan 13, 2025 – 01:04:55
  • Unending Thirst Part 2 – Dragon Empire Prep Session 8
    Jan 10, 2025 – 33:21
  • OGL Fiasco Two Years Later – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Jan 6, 2025 – 01:03:00
  • Pit of Unending Thirst – Dragon Empire Prep Session 7
    Jan 3, 2025 – 36:31
  • Monster Overhaul Spotlight – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Dec 30, 2024 – 55:20
  • 2024 TTRPGs Year in Review – Lazy RPG Talk Show Special
    Dec 26, 2024 – 56:41
  • Notable Sections of the 2024 Dungeon Master's Guide – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Dec 23, 2024 – 01:06:55
  • Eryz the Akinji – Dragon Empire Prep Session 6
    Dec 20, 2024 – 35:35
  • Tales of the Valiant Game Master's Guide Walkthrough – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Dec 16, 2024 – 01:04:41
  • Ruins of Blood and Sand – Dragon Empire Prep Session 5
    Dec 13, 2024 – 42:07
  • High-Use RPG Products – Lazy RPG Talk Show
    Dec 9, 2024 – 01:04:21
  • Kukkutarma – Dragon Empire Prep Session 5
    Dec 6, 2024 – 46:22
Recent Reviews
  • lipphilz
    DM therapy + coaching
    Mike Sheas’s work and this talk show in particular has been some of the most impactful content to my 30-year DM hobby. This is must listen/read material IMHO. Mike leads the way giving consistent free value while offering some products for sale…and much of the best parts of the products are available for free. Mike gives very good commentary on industry news and events while being clear on his opinions and encouraging people to think for themselves. Mike reminds us of what’s important, playing games with our friends. Don’t over think it. Use the 8-steps to clear anxiety and run great games.
  • Emerald Wildstar
    Inconsistent
    The host never called WOTC to task for interjecting politics in recent years. But the moment the OGL thing was teased and threatened his wallet after riding D&D’s coattails, there was an instant about face turning on the company to the point of changing the podcast name. After being a long time listener, I’ve found most of this podcast’s credibility to have gone out the window. There are other better and more neutral RPG casts to listen to. Best part of this show is the how to GM guidance & Q&A at the end.
  • Michaeljc4
    Sly is the Best
    In an internet universe filled with miserable trolls, Mike Shea—Sly Flourish—is a real gem. This is my favorite RPG podcast from my favorite dude working in the space. I read all your books, Mike! Keep up the awesome work!
  • Sirmunchalot
    Great listen
    Fantastic advice and a fun podcast to listen to even if you aren’t a dm/gm. Every episode feels like listening to a friend help you become better at dnd/rpgs. The news and analysis is timely and well informed. I’ve even purchased a bundle of Mike’s books after getting such great tools from this podcast and the books are great too. Keep it up Mike!
  • The right margin text
    Ogl drama llama
    Ugh, I had just started listening when the drama and leak came out with the ogl. I had liked the content, and then all the opinions and junk came out with this latest episode about the ogl. It sounds like an angry man yelling at his microphone sounding like a right wing radio host. I don’t know any other way to say the kinds of vibes it gave me. Just not good. Please stick to DM/D&D prep.
  • the Shepster
    My Favorite D
    I’m a DM and find Mike’s prep and discussion to be entertaining and educational. Nice to hear how his campaign is going, and what he is doing to prepare for the upcoming one. Great tips and tricks. Always looking forward to when a new episode drops.
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