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!
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Episodes
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
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
A daring jailbreak is... overshadowed by a certain Chef...Gameplay @ 4:40
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 14, 2025
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Our heroes grapple with their decisions, post-cursed item release...Gameplay @ 2:40
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 07, 2025
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
We're Back! With a heist... with Dog-NPCS?!...Gameplay @ 3:35
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 Sep 30, 2025
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Our D&D campaign of +3 years comes to an end... Thankyou to our lovely patrons that keep our stories going!Be sure to check us out from the very beginning! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLuEf7eFpU0&list=PL8lzSJNPitB9UYV6t8IqH1IWtDxap_IIS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LUa_DLfydg&list=PL8lzSJNPitB_X0onfYLyrZnG9d6WMe3nH...Stay tuned for our swashbuckling Daggerheart actual play!
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 Twitter: @mindflayer_pod
Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com
Caleb Dowdall is 1/2 of our DM: @calebdowdall
Jacob Machin is also 1/2 of our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin
Aegis is played by Luke Sykes: @sykesluke13
Agenar is played by Danielle Butlin: @danielle.butlin
Etterath Wolf is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes
Safirith is played by Daelyn Lester-Serafini: @daeyn_ls
Azorith Rosewall is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz