Critical Community

Season 2 Kick-Off!! Episode 1 - Dana Check-In

Kicking off Season 2 with a quick check-in of things going on at the cafe, upcoming events, and more. 

Episode 10 - Meet Teagan

Teagan Hoffman, owner of Ten Cups Tarot is a lovely human and tarot reader. Listen to Teagan discuss the beauty of tarot, some common misconceptions, and even give me a live reading. 

Episode 9 - Meet Ruben

Ruben Ramirez is a loving husband and father, a motivational speaker, host of the podcast Constant Forward Motion, and now author of The Zero Effect. 

Episode 8 - GAMA Expo 2025

This week's episode is a little bit different. I interviewed a few people in the gaming industry last week at the GAMA Expo and this episode recaps my time there a little bit, and introduces you to some really great people. 
Robyn (she/her) - Oddwillows Game Haven
Conan (he/they) - Exiles Game Club
Annelise (she/her) & Tony (he/him) - The Rook Room
Darcy (she/they) - Darrington Press & Critical Role

Episode 7 - Meet Andrea

Andrea Sowers, of Sowers Creations, is a Critical Grind staple. She is a crafter, gamer, librarian, writer, and wholesome troll. 

Episode 6 - Meet Denise

Meet Denise M. Baran-Unland. Writer for the Herald News for over 20+ years, published author of several novels, and mother of 9, Denise was a delight to talk to. 

Episode 5 - Meet Nick

Meet Nick. Husband, Father, Woodworker, and Gamer. Nick and I discuss his passions for woodworking, board gaming, and the importance of finding a place to fully be yourself. 

Episode 4 - Meet Rudy

Meet Rudy Jakupovic. Critical Grind Curator, collector of many things, voice actor, and storyteller. Rudy and I discuss several topics including online role-playing, meeting celebrities, and more.

Episode 3 - Meet Kevin

Meet Kevin Deany! A self-identified curmudgeon and resident Kids D&D Dungeon Master. Listen to us talk about role-playing games and the important role they play in the lives of kids and adults. 

Episode 2 - Meet Ash

Ashton "Ash" Barr (he/him, they/them) has been a part of the Critical Grind community for almost 2 years and we could not imagine this space without him. Listen to a bit about how he found Critical Grind and the impact this place has made on his life.