<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Tabling The Narrative]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Tabling the Narrative</b> is a behind-the-scenes tabletop storytelling podcast from Ghost Light, where the cast and creators of <i>Group Action Roll</i> and other TTRPGs break down the moments that shaped the story.<br /></p><p>Each episode dives into character decisions, worldbuilding, and the unexpected turns that only happen at the table—featuring cast interviews, GM insights, and deep discussions on narrative design, player choices, and an evolving world.<br /></p><p>Whether you're a TTRPG player, a storyteller, or just love great character-driven stories, <i>Tabling the Narrative</i> pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build unforgettable adventures.</p>]]></description><link>www.ghostlight.digital</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 02:37:24 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/Rhw3Waaj.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Ghost Light]]></author><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:31:06 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Ghost Light]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[After Shows]]></category><category><![CDATA[Games]]></category><itunes:author>Ghost Light</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Tabling the Narrative&lt;/b&gt; is a behind-the-scenes tabletop storytelling podcast from Ghost Light, where the cast and creators of &lt;i&gt;Group Action Roll&lt;/i&gt; and other TTRPGs break down the moments that shaped the story.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode dives into character decisions, worldbuilding, and the unexpected turns that only happen at the table—featuring cast interviews, GM insights, and deep discussions on narrative design, player choices, and an evolving world.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you&apos;re a TTRPG player, a storyteller, or just love great character-driven stories, &lt;i&gt;Tabling the Narrative&lt;/i&gt; pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build unforgettable adventures.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Ghost Light</itunes:name><itunes:email>peter.hopkins@ghostlight.digital</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="TV &amp; Film"><itunes:category text="After Shows"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Leisure"><itunes:category text="Games"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/logos/94e2e392-2435-4ff9-ac21-4a09a8d6f879.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 4: Oathfyre Premiere Breakdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <b>Tabling the Narrative</b>, we go behind the screen of the premiere of Group Action Roll: Oathfyre.</p><p>From the GM’s vision to the first moments at the table, we break down how the world of Oathfyre is introduced, how both teams are set into motion, and what really happened during those opening sessions. Through cast interviews and behind-the-scenes insight, we explore character choices, early story threads, and the foundations of a campaign already spiraling into chaos.</p><p>This is where it all begins—before the consequences fully take hold.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">679f08a7-42af-4581-aa58-945fd37ba8d1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ghost Light]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 23:23:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c2eb4cb9405c89b0b07d161aacb266dc8878934d05a1783f5d0647fb51d1f91c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2NzlmMDhhNy00MmFmLTQ1ODEtYWE1OC05NDVmZDM3YmE4ZDEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwYTk5MjAwNy05ODFhLTQ2MWUtOTY5Ni1lNDI3MjAwZmRhM2MiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTg0ZWFjYmQzZWM4NTc0NzZlOTlkZjMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmN2Q5MzM0NDU3ZTA3NGZkZjA4Njk0L3BldGVyLWhvcGtpbnNzLXN0dWRpby1VRVdRRS1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtNF9fMS0yNC0zNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="35777533" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/episodes/679f08a7-42af-4581-aa58-945fd37ba8d1/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Tabling the Narrative&lt;/b&gt;, we go behind the screen of the premiere of Group Action Roll: Oathfyre.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From the GM’s vision to the first moments at the table, we break down how the world of Oathfyre is introduced, how both teams are set into motion, and what really happened during those opening sessions. Through cast interviews and behind-the-scenes insight, we explore character choices, early story threads, and the foundations of a campaign already spiraling into chaos.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is where it all begins—before the consequences fully take hold.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:14:32</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/logos/94e2e392-2435-4ff9-ac21-4a09a8d6f879.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 4: Oathfyre Premiere Breakdown</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 3: Oathfyre Preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>We go behind the screen of <i>Oathfyre</i> to break down how it all comes together.<br /></p><p>Starting with the GM’s perspective, we explore the foundation of the world before stepping into the players themselves—sitting down with Teams 1 &amp; 2 to get to know the characters, the choices, and the stories they’re bringing to the table.<br /></p><p>This is where the campaign takes shape—through vision, collaboration, and the people at the heart of it.<br /></p><p>◉ GM interview and campaign vision<br />◉ The world of <i>Oathfyre</i> at the start<br />◉ Meet Teams 1 &amp; 2<br />◉ Player insights and character introductions</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">232d66b2-c8ea-4efb-af32-3c526b47d915</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ghost Light]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:17:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/614276484674ce688cd1a3410fd6fbdcf3f632235fbe5b2af3889158438dbb17/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyMzJkNjZiMi1jOGVhLTRlZmItYWYzMi0zYzUyNmI0N2Q5MTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwYTk5MjAwNy05ODFhLTQ2MWUtOTY5Ni1lNDI3MjAwZmRhM2MiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTg0ZWFjYmQzZWM4NTc0NzZlOTlkZjMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllZjcwMTMxZWFiNmNkYWVjNjZiNWMyL3BldGVyLWhvcGtpbnNzLXN0dWRpby1VRVdRRS1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjdfXzE2LTE3LTU1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="42107942" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/episodes/232d66b2-c8ea-4efb-af32-3c526b47d915/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;We go behind the screen of &lt;i&gt;Oathfyre&lt;/i&gt; to break down how it all comes together.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Starting with the GM’s perspective, we explore the foundation of the world before stepping into the players themselves—sitting down with Teams 1 &amp;amp; 2 to get to know the characters, the choices, and the stories they’re bringing to the table.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is where the campaign takes shape—through vision, collaboration, and the people at the heart of it.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;◉ GM interview and campaign vision&lt;br /&gt;◉ The world of &lt;i&gt;Oathfyre&lt;/i&gt; at the start&lt;br /&gt;◉ Meet Teams 1 &amp;amp; 2&lt;br /&gt;◉ Player insights and character introductions&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:27:43</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/logos/94e2e392-2435-4ff9-ac21-4a09a8d6f879.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 3: Oathfyre Preview</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 2: The Shattered God (Part 2)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In part two of our deep dive, we go even further—exploring the lasting impact of the campaign, the choices that changed everything, and what it all means moving forward. The cast and GM return to reflect, challenge each other, and uncover the deeper threads that shaped the story.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c18d47fa-f0ea-4880-ae5d-3485d2c42266</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ghost Light]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:56:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d6f9cf984b5aa1efe42cf64eec3d4439476ece7e7b43427dcab79249a80aaaed/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjMThkNDdmYS1mMGVhLTQ4ODAtYWU1ZC0zNDg1ZDJjNDIyNjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwYTk5MjAwNy05ODFhLTQ2MWUtOTY5Ni1lNDI3MjAwZmRhM2MiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTg0ZWFjYmQzZWM4NTc0NzZlOTlkZjMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllNTZjNDQ4OWYzZmYzMGRjYWU2ZjUyL3BldGVyLWhvcGtpbnNzLXN0dWRpby1VRVdRRS1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjBfXzEtNTktMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="29246920" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/episodes/c18d47fa-f0ea-4880-ae5d-3485d2c42266/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In part two of our deep dive, we go even further—exploring the lasting impact of the campaign, the choices that changed everything, and what it all means moving forward. The cast and GM return to reflect, challenge each other, and uncover the deeper threads that shaped the story.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:00:56</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/logos/94e2e392-2435-4ff9-ac21-4a09a8d6f879.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 2: The Shattered God (Part 2)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 1: The Shattered God (Part 1)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>SPONSOR<br />◍ World Anvil – Use code GHOSTLIGHT to get 51% off any yearly subscription to World Anvil! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.worldanvil.com" target="_blank">http://www.worldanvil.com</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCf5MDxxTuT1OpwOxVfG-ofg" target="_blank"> @WorldAnvil </a> <br /><br />HOSTS:<br />Follow Jen &amp; Sage on socials!<br />★ Jen: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/bluephoenixrpgs" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/bluephoenixrpgs</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCRQOOMFskGIMrhARDih0Z3g" target="_blank"> @BluePhoenixRPGs </a> <br />★ Sage: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/storisage" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/storisage</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCc7SsYxeyKkRPpUoS4oSEVQ" target="_blank"> @storiSage </a> <br /><br />What really happened in The Shattered God?<br /><br />In this first part of our two-part deep dive, we break down the story, the characters, and the chaos behind Group Action Roll’s first campaign. From unforgettable moments to behind-the-scenes insights, the cast and GM sit down to unpack what made this adventure so impactful.<br /><br />◉ Full story breakdown of The Shattered God<br />◉ Cast interviews and character reflections<br />◉ GM insights on narrative design and worldbuilding<br />◉ Favorite moments and unexpected twists<br /><br />Whether you watched the campaign or you're jumping in fresh, this is your gateway into the world of Aer’yndor and the stories that shaped it.<br /> ➠ Tabling The Narrative is a talk show exploring the stories behind actual play—diving into decisions, consequences, and the moments that define a campaign.<br /> ➠ Subscribe for more breakdowns, interviews, and behind-the-scenes from Group Action Roll and beyond.<br /><br />THANK YOU<br />The Shattered Cast: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCaE6dwkakZqmrIhUxlkVRHg" target="_blank"> @HallowedRPG </a>, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCg29iC8zuUOF8LrWamAOkIQ" target="_blank"> @Tulloran </a>, MacktheAxe, Goldilochs<br /><br />CHAPTERS<br />00:00 Cold Open<br />02:04 The Archive, Part 1 <br />15:27 SPONSOR: World Anvil<br />17:26 The Archive, Part 2<br />26:00 Under The Table (Players)<br />47:27 Under The Table, (GM)<br />56:19 Ending<br /><br />#DND #TabletopRPG #TTRPG #Storytelling #Gaming</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4981747c-0d9a-4934-9638-9f35ae166277</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ghost Light]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:27:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/84c95877564c06ffde9d16a84cb6cd7046f01624e613134046de23892940ed77/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0OTgxNzQ3Yy0wZDlhLTQ5MzQtOTYzOC05ZjM1YWUxNjYyNzciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwYTk5MjAwNy05ODFhLTQ2MWUtOTY5Ni1lNDI3MjAwZmRhM2MiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTg0ZWFjYmQzZWM4NTc0NzZlOTlkZjMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNjkwMzc2NDE1OWQzMDJhMGE0ZThkL3BldGVyLWhvcGtpbnNzLXN0dWRpby1VRVdRRS1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtOF9fMTktMjgtMjMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="27695247" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/episodes/4981747c-0d9a-4934-9638-9f35ae166277/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;SPONSOR&lt;br /&gt;◍ World Anvil – Use code GHOSTLIGHT to get 51% off any yearly subscription to World Anvil! &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.worldanvil.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;http://www.worldanvil.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCf5MDxxTuT1OpwOxVfG-ofg&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; @WorldAnvil &lt;/a&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;HOSTS:&lt;br /&gt;Follow Jen &amp;amp; Sage on socials!&lt;br /&gt;★ Jen: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/bluephoenixrpgs&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://linktr.ee/bluephoenixrpgs&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCRQOOMFskGIMrhARDih0Z3g&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; @BluePhoenixRPGs &lt;/a&gt; &lt;br /&gt;★ Sage: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/storisage&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://linktr.ee/storisage&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCc7SsYxeyKkRPpUoS4oSEVQ&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; @storiSage &lt;/a&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;What really happened in The Shattered God?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this first part of our two-part deep dive, we break down the story, the characters, and the chaos behind Group Action Roll’s first campaign. From unforgettable moments to behind-the-scenes insights, the cast and GM sit down to unpack what made this adventure so impactful.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;◉ Full story breakdown of The Shattered God&lt;br /&gt;◉ Cast interviews and character reflections&lt;br /&gt;◉ GM insights on narrative design and worldbuilding&lt;br /&gt;◉ Favorite moments and unexpected twists&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you watched the campaign or you&apos;re jumping in fresh, this is your gateway into the world of Aer’yndor and the stories that shaped it.&lt;br /&gt; ➠ Tabling The Narrative is a talk show exploring the stories behind actual play—diving into decisions, consequences, and the moments that define a campaign.&lt;br /&gt; ➠ Subscribe for more breakdowns, interviews, and behind-the-scenes from Group Action Roll and beyond.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;THANK YOU&lt;br /&gt;The Shattered Cast: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCaE6dwkakZqmrIhUxlkVRHg&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; @HallowedRPG &lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCg29iC8zuUOF8LrWamAOkIQ&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; @Tulloran &lt;/a&gt;, MacktheAxe, Goldilochs&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;CHAPTERS&lt;br /&gt;00:00 Cold Open&lt;br /&gt;02:04 The Archive, Part 1 &lt;br /&gt;15:27 SPONSOR: World Anvil&lt;br /&gt;17:26 The Archive, Part 2&lt;br /&gt;26:00 Under The Table (Players)&lt;br /&gt;47:27 Under The Table, (GM)&lt;br /&gt;56:19 Ending&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;#DND #TabletopRPG #TTRPG #Storytelling #Gaming&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:57:42</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/0a992007-981a-461e-9696-e427200fda3c/logos/94e2e392-2435-4ff9-ac21-4a09a8d6f879.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 1: The Shattered God (Part 1)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>