Every week, Now You Know recaps the Know Direction content of the past week, previews the Know Direction content of the week to come, as the director of operations, Ryan Costello, shares his thoughts on the state of the network.
When we announced the return of the Know Direction podcasts, with new hosts and a new format, I tried to make it clear that, like the other podcasts on the network, the new team dictated the direction of the flagship. After a few months of finding their footing, Esther and Navaar asked for a break to apply what they learned and readjust.
One of the most nebulous decisions we make as podcasters is the show’s format. A podcast can be anything. It can be talking heads, interviews, performative, or a variety show. How long each episode goes, how often they come out, all hang in the air when deciding what a podcast should look like. And, of course, no plan survives contact with reality. Some decisions require more energy than expected, some constraints are too restrictive, and sometimes everything is fine until, unexpectedly, it’s not.
The latest episode of Know Direction is one example of that. Another is Loren’s participation in the network. As she posted on the Know Direction Discord server last week:
Unfortunately, I have to take a short break from recording Legend Lore and Tavern Rats to focus on my school work. You guys, and my other friends from the Pathfinder community, have always been one of my highest priorities, so I don’t take a hiatus lightly. But graduate school is as intense and demanding as they claim. I need to focus exclusively on that work for a few more weeks to finish my Masters and move into my doctoral research. I promise this is only a temporary break for Legend Lore, and I can’t wait to get back to talking Pathfinder with jess soon. (In fact, jess and I might have something spooky in store for Legend Lore near the end of October.) For Tavern Rats, we have enough already recorded that there shouldn’t be a break in that release schedule, and I’ll be back to cutting awful puns in no time. So wish me luck (cause I’m gonna need it), and I’ll see you on the other side! <proceeds to make a Lore: Academia check, DC 30>
Loren
So Know Direction returns just as Loren needs to take a break. Our content continues to evolve, all of which we make in our spare time based on our passion for the games we cover. Thank you all for your patience, and for sharing that passion with the network.
Speaking of the Know Direction network, here are the articles and podcasts that released last week:
Recap of September 25th to September 29th
What happened last week on knowdirectionpodcast.com and twitch.tv/knowdirection?
Tuesday, September 26th
Podcast
Tavern Rats 7 – In the Shadow of Death
The Tavern Rats continue to explore their lives in the Realm of the Mammoth Lords and maintaining Broken Tusk traditions.
Wednesday, September 27th
Podcast
Know Direction 294: Rage of Elements part 2 with Jessica Redekop
Esther sits down with the Network’s own Jessica Redekop, one of the cover authors of Rage of Elements, about the narrative choices that make this rulebook stand out.
Article
Know Direction 294 In Writing
A transcript of Know Direction 294 is available in case the audio version isn’t for you, or you, like me, need to confirm the spelling of Chimothy Chunger.
Thursday, September 28th
Article
Investing In: Hags & Witches
By Rob Pontious
Rob looks at the pop culture and real world origins of hags, and the depth the concept contains beyond just “ugly old witches”.
Preview of October 2nd to October 6th
Block 1 of our 2-block schedule.
Monday, October 2nd
Podcast
Intrepid Heroes 117 – Here Be Dragons
Our Intrepid Heroes fight a void dragon in space. It’s as scary as it sounds.
Article
Now You Know: One In, One Out
By Ryan Costello
The KD podcast and Loren exchange hiatus statuses.
Tuesday, October 3rd
Podcast
Game Design Unboxed 72: Disney Sorcerer’s Arena: Epic Alliances
Danielle speaks with M & Corinne Yeager on their 18-card game Exploring Galapagos published by Button Shy
Article
Eldritch Excursion
By Nate Wright
Nate’s Pathfinder and Starfinder designs and musings.
Wednesday, October 4th
Twitch
Know Direction Beyond 78 Live – Enhanced Excitement
Alex and James share a special preview of two Starfinder Enhanced classes: Envoy and Solarion.
Thursday, September 21st
Podcast
Digital Divination 93
John and Jason talk Starfinder.
Friday, September 22nd
Article
Essential Builds – Luis
By Nate Wright
No, I’m not returning the favour and building Luis Loza. I am building MCU Luis as an Essence20 PC.
Now you know,
Ryan Costello
