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
Mar 3, 2026
Mar 3, 2026
1hr 2 min
Echo Squad go DVD shopping and find lore... and a HUGE friend...
Gameplay @ 3:40!
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
Mar 10, 2026
Mar 10, 2026
1hr 8 min
Echo Squad make their way towards the prison planet Grantain... but are interrupted along the way...
Gameplay @ 9:52
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
Mar 17, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
1hr 8 min
Echo Squad willingly take themselves to prison...
Gameplay @ 4:10
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
Mar 24, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
1hr 20 min
Will Echo Squad's actions cause another world-altering effect... will Winter Moon crash the party?
Gameplay @ 9:09
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
Apr 14, 2026
Apr 14, 2026
1hr 10 min
After terraforming the planet, Echo Squad contend with the absurdly enigmatic(and attractive) assassin, Winter Moon... Gameplay @ 7:10
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
Apr 21, 2026
Apr 21, 2026
1hr 27 min
Echo Squad move into the Drift and are interrupted by SPACE WORMS!! Gameplay @ 4:47
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
Apr 28, 2026
Apr 28, 2026
1hr 31 min
Echo Squad reach Kestrel IV and encounter their first human... other than Chuck. Gameplay @ 8:09
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
May 5, 2026
May 5, 2026
1hr 20 min
The fight with 'Beemin' ends with unforeseen consequences... Gameplay @ 7:09
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
1hr 20 min
Echo Squad tackles Juno Vega's crew! Gameplay @ 3:30
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz
May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026
1hr 28 min
Echo Squad moves up to take the bridge of The Colossal Ocelot; Juno Vega's ship!Gameplay @ 7:28
Thanks to Demiplane for our digital character sheets! #demiplaneUsing Starfinder 2e by Paizo! #starfinder #paizo Visit 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: @theatreofthemindflayer And Bluesky: @mindflayerpod.bsky.social Contact us at: theatreofthemindflayer@gmail.com Jacob Machin is our DM: @jacob.ryan.machin Chuck is played by Dylan McEwan: @dylanmcewaan Byzq is played by Hercules Mayes: @theballadofherculesmayes Rook is played by Brandon McEwan: @brandonmcewaan VIGIL is played by Michael Briganti: @mikeybrigz