Bert is back just in time for a double shot of Wizards nonsense.  Hear what they (predictably) did to correct a lore issue with the D&D movie and listen to Kyle call a classic "problematic."  Then we dig into the news before talking about the most serious subject ever tackled in the gaming podcast world: snacks at the table.  Wipe those Cheeto fingers clean and enjoy!
The News:
New #1 Board Game in the "World!"Buy it here: https://amzn.to/3J3eVXa
Solid RPG #BoardGames
Roald Dahl Rewrite Update
Blood Bowl or Toilet Bowl?

The Red Room, Miguel and Silvia Ribeiro, give insight and their perspective to DriveThruRPG de-platforming the entirety of their work.  Hear from them, in their own words, their account of the events which took place and is threatening to destroy an independent publisher.  Plus, Erik Jensen sits in as co-host this week and is tortured with the news instead of Bert.  Lastly, Erik and RD talk about the state of their gaming tables and what may be down the road for adventurers and friends.
The News:
An Open License with the Word Irrevocable!
Bing Chat AI Gets Scary
Censoring Classics: Roald Dahl Rewritten
Barry Allen, Not Portrayed by Them

Happy VD!  Ew.  But seriously, what are some hidden nerd "loves" of the guys?  Find out some hidden nerd "loves" of the boys.  There are some deep geek reveals here!  After the news, it's the moment you've all been waiting for (yeah right).  Wizards just keeps doing stupid stuff, and King Kyle spouts racist bile which the boys will walk trough, so you don's have to!
The News:
RD is a neologist!  Thanks ChatGPT!
Michael Keaton is back as Batman... again!
Witcher 3 Hoo Haws

You read that title correctly!  The SparkleTrolls have quickly fallen back in step with Wizards... forgetting the atrocity that was the OGL "update" and even going so far as defending the action.  Other RPG Options litter the news since YOU SHOULD be finding something else to play.  Lastly, the boys finally got the hot Kickstarter "My Father's Work" to the board game table this week; they rundown and review this gem.

Wizards backpedals on the OGL, but why?  The guys update you and give their thoughts on WotC's walk back of the statements that destroyed their fanbase.  The news this week includes some long gone fat foods plus the standard fare.  After the news, Venger Satanis sits in to talk about the follow-up to his original "how to" guide: "Advanced Game Mastering Like a F**king Boss."  And Cha'alt.  Of course, Cha'alt.
Venger's Kickstarter: https://tinyurl.com/5n8mnxps
 

This week, the guys each give a "classic" and "modern" system for you to bring to your table in lieu of D&D.  Lots of folks are looking to boycott everything WotC including their rulesets, and the boys are here to help!  A short news cycle leads into the update of the state of the hobby and the OGL/ORC debacle.  Stay vigilant and up to date on the facts and our opinions about this week's progression.
 

The Nerdcognito guys are joined by guest co-host The T-Shirted Historian this week as they discuss the WotC response to the OGL leak.  The gang then dives into the positives and potential negatives of Paizo's ORC.  T-shirted makes it through the news, then Bert and Ryan rundown and review The Red Room's unique setting and ruleset set in early 1900's Paris, Wretched Époque.

Hasbro / Wizards of the Coast's alleged Open Game License 1.1 has leaked, crippling content creators, "revoking" an irrevocable document, and intending to collect royalties, among other egregious restrictions, and the entire hobby is stunned.  As these dark clouds roll over the land, the council was forced to convene once again to discuss the potential impact of this draconian document through the lenses of authors, content creators, entrepreneurs, and lifelong players.  A must listen!