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
Oct 14, 2025
Oct 14, 2025
1hr 41 min
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
Oct 21, 2025
Oct 21, 2025
1hr 19 min
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
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
1hr 27 min
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
Nov 4, 2025
Nov 4, 2025
1hr 21 min
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
Nov 11, 2025
Nov 11, 2025
51 min
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
Nov 18, 2025
Nov 18, 2025
1hr 30 min
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
Nov 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025
1hr 31 min
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
Dec 2, 2025
Dec 2, 2025
49 min
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
Dec 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025
57 min
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
Dec 16, 2025
Dec 16, 2025
1hr 34 min
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