Theatre of the Mind Flayer
A completely improvised TTRPG Actual Play with actors and improvisors! Focused on storytelling, irreverent humor and having a blast with friends. Listen as a group of actors and improvisers navigate campaigns, one shots and different TTRPG systems of utter shenanigans!
Episodes

7 days ago
7 days ago
A little Christmas tale, of children trying to find their way home... their little animal friend... and a scary shadow lurking...Gameplay @ 6:06Using Babes In The Wood by Adam Vass#babesinthewoodsVisit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayerDue to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayerAnd Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Hercules Mayes is our GM Featuring Jacob Machin, Michael Briganti and Charlotte Billing

Sunday Dec 21, 2025
Sunday Dec 21, 2025
Welcome to one of the perks(or banes) of being a member of our Patreon... The Ramble! Where 2 of our cast chats about nonsense!! Visit our Patreon for more ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer

Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
The finale of Season 1 finds our heroes fighting tooth and nail to stop an abyssal nuke, a madman, and a white dragon...
Gameplay @ 3:31
Using Daggerheart by Darrington Press and Critical Role!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
In this exclusive PATREON-ONLY bonus episode, we follow the aftermath of Etterath's death... INTO THE ABYSS!... One-on-One D&D!
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
In this exclusive PATREON-ONLY bonus episode, we explore the origins of one of our NPCs... and the infamous Holy Hand! One-on-One D&D!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
The coin reveals a world-changing danger...
Gameplay @ 5:18
Using Daggerheart by Darrington Press and Critical Role!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Our heroes leave Iggy Rapaso and The Scoundrel behind... and find a new friend...
Gameplay @ 3:43
Using Daggerheart by Darrington Press and Critical Role!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Lucky's luck has run out...
Gameplay @ 2:41
Using Daggerheart by Darrington Press and Critical Role!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Our heroes, their rescued shipmates and the doggy duo flee from the Empire!... Gameplay @ 3:40
Using Daggerheart by Darrington Press and Critical Role!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan

Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
With the help of Iggy Rapaso(That Scoundrel), the team attempt a jailbreak!...Gameplay @ 6:38
Using Daggerheart by Darrington Press and Critical Role!
#daggerheart #darringtonpress #criticalrole
Visit our Patreon ~ patreon.com/TheatreoftheMindFlayer
Due to the improv nature of RPG content, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable or traumatic, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping the episode. Always look to a professional if concerned about your mental health.
Follow us on Instagram: @theatreofthemindflayer
And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Peg Leg Pete is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Anna Lou is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Lucky is played by Brandon McEwan: @ brandonmcewaan





