Lovecraft’s work is very important, despite his prejudices, for a variety of reasons. His materialist worldview, the deep history in his mythos that served as a horrific reflection of the developing understanding of deep history at the time, as well as the collaborative spirit he demonstrated in his borrowing and lending of ideas with his contemporaries stand out to me as worthy contributions that have remained influential despite his bigotry. The combination of elements in Lovecraft create a body of work that has been widely imitated, but remains unique and relevant today. Lovecraft’s unrepentant bigotry is on full display for all to see, and was understood by people at the time to be extreme, and today reads almost as caricature of bigotry with all its irrationalities. Lovecraft’s bigotry today is an ineffective, irrelevant bigotry that can be overlooked or read as descriptive of the views of the characters rather than read as a serious prescriptive ideology. Sandy Peterson is a figure of bigotry and exclusion in an ongoing movement of legal exclusion and eradication of trans people. His beliefs are meaningful, have an impact on the gaming community, and should be condemned in the same way that Lovecraft was condemned by members of his own circle at the time. Lovecraft’s work is vital but I doubt you would have someone with Lovecraft’s views on your podcast. In comparison, the only absolutely essential element contributed by Petersen is the Sanity mechanic. I’ve got to hand it to him, this system was and remains an innovative and relevant contribution to gaming. But as Lovecraft is far more vital to the world of Call of Cthulhu and we wouldn’t invite people with his views into our spaces, it’s unclear why the relatively less important and far more negatively impactful Petersen has been invited into your space. Is this a reflection of your own support for his views, or merely your lack of concern for those impacted by the ongoing movement to eradicate trans people from public life in all respects?

Got a new phone just to rate this 5/5 again

Goofy ahh

I have watched all of the episodes and love all of the love craft-ian elements, plus I met Alex in real life and he was a great guy. Keep up the good work.👍

Good

Pretty good podcast. The only problem is that occasionally the music or the noises are significantly louder than everything else, and sometime the people get really quiet, but outside of that it’s a fun podcast.

Only a few episodes in but I’m loving this podcast. Flows super well and all the music and effects really make this a great listen.

My dad (major bakers field), his brothers, and donavan made this podcast, and I could not even put into words how proud I am of them, and how great their podcast is.

These guys are hilarious — genuine belly-laughing out loud kinda funny. Their chemistry is great, the characters are witty, and the stories (including the home-brews) put you in a totally different world where you can swap our current living nightmare for a more fantastical one with laughter. Whether they’re “suckin’ back some waters” or stealing random clothing from the neighbour’s house, they’ll keep you on your toes and binging every episode. I’ve tried a few Call of Cthulhu actual plays, and none hold a candle to these boys, especially with their wide-range of voices! I look forward to listening to all their future adventures and the heaps of trouble they’ll get into 🥳

Great podcast, the chemistry between the investigators is pure gold. The keeper has a voice that carries the suspense / horror rpg to a chilly, creepy goodness!

I just started listening to your new eps. Took a minute to say I'm happy for your return to my headphones. Also, the music you've made is so awesome (I forgot, but I think Seth made it???).

I love this podcast😂😂 it keeps me on my toes and laughing my head off. My dad and uncles made this podcast series and I couldn’t be more proud:)

I love listening to the characters hilarious times/occurrences while playing The Call of Cthulhu.

Lots of fun! Laughed my head off!

After scouring the web for Call of Cthulhu actual plays, this is my favorite and go-to podcast. Keep up the great work!

Great cast and good laughs.

Minus a few small complaints, this was really fun and entertaining. The story was very well done and the thriller/mystery feel was great for this type of game. The cast was funny and made the podcast well worth the time. Definitely looking forward to the next season and storyline.

This is the best Call of Cthulhu real play that I have listened to. Awesome quality, scary, funny, intense. Everything you could want

The characters were interesting and quirky. Keep up the work! I’m listening ever time from now on!

Riveting podcast that oddly enough keeps you glued to each roll of the dice. Music and sound effects are pro level. Keep the episodes coming.

I peed a little listening to these nerds play nerd games. Love it

Funny and suspenseful. New York Times would call it “Witty & Riveting”. I would too.

I was on the edge of my seat at the end of the first episode. I’m excited to listen to episode two, and I can’t wait for more to be released.

Super fun and entertaining.

Loving this new actual play. The guys are funny and engaging and the show is really well edited and produced with great music and sound effects. The intro is especially good. Glad to see more in the Call of Cthulhu system and I’m really excited to see where this show goes!

The players have really great chemistry. You can tell that they have known each other for a long time. I recommend giving it a listen!