最佳Stress Test播客 (2024)

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Escape From Tinseltown - Goblin With a Fat Ass 1:06:10

4M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

Escape From Tinseltown - Goblin With a Fat Ass It's another Christmas bonus! SURPRISE!!! This time we're taking on the WIDEly requested system Goblin with a Fat Ass by @Orbitaldropkick. We save Christmas yet again, this time as blessedly thicc goblins. Happy holidays folks, we'll see you next year for Season three! -Cast- DM- Eldritch Elk Players- …

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DSM Royale: Mordal Combat - We Hardly Knew Ye 2:00:30

4M ago2:00:30

2:00:30

DSM Royale: Mordal Combat - We Hardly Knew Ye The season 2 finale happens to also be the epic return of We Hardly Knew Ye and we saved the best for last. We attempt to service every fan by having our key Stressters reprise roles from episodes past. Join us as we fight for the sake of our universe in Mordal Combat. -Cast- DM- TheWhiteShadow Players-…

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5 personal finance resolutions for 2024 (that you can actually keep) 19:51

5M ago19:51

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If your usual resolutions are “go to the gym” or “eat healthy,” don’t forget that a mindful approach to money is also a ticket to improved wellness. We asked listeners in their 20s and 30s some basic personal finance “hygiene” questions when it comes to credit scores, tracking expenses, writing wills, spending on food and first home savings account…

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Salaries, mortgages and EVs: The top personal finance stories of 2023 27:27

5M ago27:27

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Is a $100,000 salary enough for a comfortable life any more? Where are mortgages headed next? Are you electric car curious? Rob and Roma chat with the reporters who wrote some of the best-read personal finance stories from The Globe and Mail this year.由Rob Carrick, Roma Luciw

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2 Guys 1 Moon - Two Guys on the Moon 50:15

5M ago50:15

50:15

2 Guys 1 Moon - Two Guys on the Moon On this week's episode, we play yet another 2-player RPG, Two Guys on the Moon by Brendan McLeod. We figure out what it takes to appease the Digital Media Devil and fulfill a forgotten blood pact. Cast- TheWhiteShadow - TheWhiteShadow Dallas Welk - Dallas Welk Check out Two Guys on the Moon on Itch.io! - https:/…

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Can you really afford a dog? 30:47

5M ago30:47

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Many Canadians have become first-time pet owners since the pandemic. But with the price of pet food and vet costs soaring, owners are struggling to afford their COVID companions. In this episode, Roma speaks to Shawn Morey, the executive director of the Peterborough Humane Society. We’re also joined by two people that became first-time pet owners i…

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What the tightening job market means for you 28:06

5M ago28:06

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During the pandemic, employees had the upper hand in the job market. But the balance of power has shifted back to employers. They’re more hesitant to hire, less willing to offer remote work and less generous with what they are offering. We hear from a recent grad who applied for more than 100 jobs before landing a role, and a recently laid off tech…

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A Night of Mostly Murders - Be Gay Solve Crime 43:17

5M ago43:17

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A Night of Mostly Murders - Be Gay Solve Crime This week Adam is Stresstin' our first one-player RPG, Be Gay Solve Crime by Oliver Darkshire. Adam's boyfriend, Chris, guest stars in this episode so we can introduce REAL sexual tension in the game! Cast- Detective William Scott- A-MacLieutenant Bob Johnson - Chris (Adam's Boyfriend)Sanctimony Brown …

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So, you splurged. Now what? 30:46

6M ago30:46

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The urge to splurge is universal. After the bleakness of the pandemic, people are spending more on the big and little things that bring them joy. But there are healthy ways to manage splurge-spending that don't leave you buried in debt. In this episode, we hear from a Swiftie with a “Taylor Swift" concert obsession. And Roma speaks with Shannon Lee…

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The struggle is real: how homeowners are coping with soaring mortgage rates 32:54

6M ago32:54

32:54

First, home owners with variable rate mortgages felt the pain of soaring interest rates. Then, people with fixed rate mortgages began to renew at sharply higher rates. In this episode, we hear from first-time homebuyers in Vancouver and Kingston who are now spending more than half their income on housing. And Rob talks to Victor Tran, an Ontario-ba…

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The Spring Formal Part 2 - Let's Be Magical! 1:16:04

6M ago1:16:04

1:16:04

The Spring Formal Part 2 - Let's Be Magical! After kicking a bunch of asses in the gym, the Magical Girls have to find the perfect dresses to wear to the Spring Formal. Will they wrap up every plot thread Kat throws at them, or are they doomed to banish the biggest evil and call it a day? Cast- DM- Kat Murray Methany- Dallas Welk B3- Zach Amory Sme…

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Dual income, no kids: How much more fun are they having? 28:46

6M ago28:46

28:46

The appeal of the DINK lifestyle – that’s double income, no kids – might seem obvious. But having more control over your life and finances comes with questions about your social safety net in retirement. We spoke to two women who are embracing the DINK life, along with Jay Zigmont, the founder of Childfree Wealth, a financial planning firm that ser…

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The Spring Formal Part 1 - Let's Be Magical! 1:04:34

6M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

The Spring Formal Part 1 - Let's Be Magical! This week we're magical girls exploring the hardships of high school and other hellish things. Kat DM's her first game and we ruin a perfectly innocent system by Nick Potter. It's time to be very very magical. Cast- DM- Kat MurrayMethany- Dallas Welk B3- Zach Amory Smelly Beef- Mavaney ChristiansonSynnam…

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Adulting with roommates: solo living is a luxury in today’s rental market 23:11

6M ago23:11

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A growing number of Canadians are living with roommates longer than they ever expected. What once was seen as a short chapter in life is turning into a long-term way to find affordable housing. Soaring house costs has people searching for roommates well into their 30s and beyond. We spoke to three women in Vancouver, Toronto and Halifax about how l…

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Coming soon: Season eight of Stress Test 1:11

7M ago1:11

1:11

What does the “new normal” look like these days? In a period of soaring costs and rampant uncertainty, it means spending a larger chunk of your income on housing—whether that’s high rent or supercharged mortgage payments. Here to help you make sense of it all, join hosts Rob Carrick and Roma Luciw for another season of Stress Test, The Globe’s pers…

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Lost Tapes Part 2 - M.E.R.C.s 1:25:00

7M ago1:25:00

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Lost Tapes Part 2 - M.E.R.C.s The Mercs are up against a bunch of gangsters and a pile of antiquated media. Will someone die? Probably. Cast- DM- Ada Ed C. Biscuit- Dallas Welk BB- Kat Murray Dr. Valka- A-Mac McTorian- Matt Check out M.E.R.C.s on DriveThruRPG! - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/427303/Ashlands-MERCs?affiliate_id=3862759 Check o…

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Lost Tapes Part 1 - M.E.R.C.s 1:22:18

8M ago1:22:18

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Lost Tapes Part 1 - M.E.R.C.s This week we travel to Newland City as a bunch of delinquent cyberpunk mercenaries on a mission to retrieve a crate of tapes. We're stresstin' out M.E.R.C.s by Wolfhound RPGs, the best system to do exactly that! Even better, we have one of the creators guest DMing our adventure. Cast-DM- AdaEd C. Biscuit- Dallas WelkBB…

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Badger + Coyote Review 5:54

8M ago5:54

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Badger + Coyote Review A few minutes after playing Badger + Coyote, we talked about the system and what we thought of it. Check out Badger + Coyote by Pandion Games! http://pandiongames.com/backerkit - Check out RPG Stress Test on social media! Twitter - https://twitter.com/RPGStressTest Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RPGStressTest Youtube - h…

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Cool Skunkles - Badger + Coyote 56:41

8M ago56:41

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Cool Skunkles - Badger + Coyote This week we find ourselves making Stress Test history as we play our first two-player RPG. Badger + Coyote is a GM-less duet game that allows each player to take on the roles of a Badger and a Coyote, an unlikely adventuring duo with tendencies of miscommunication. We luckily become two of the coolest skunk dads in …

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Unincorporated Review 13:10

8M ago13:10

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Unincorporated Review A few months after playing Unincorporated, we talk about the system and what we thought of it. Check out Unincorporated by Ethan Harvey (https://ethanharvey.itch.io/unincorporated) and be sure to support what they do! (https://ethanharvey.itch.io/) Check out Ethan Harvey on Twitter! - https://twitter.com/ByEthanHarvey Check ou…

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Privet Glade Part 3 - Unincorporated 1:23:30

9M ago1:23:30

1:23:30

Privet Glade Part 3 - Unincorporated In this episode, we tie some loose ends and figure out the murder of Johnny Lockett. Cast- Richard Cobalt- Dallas WelkWill Layne- TheWhiteShadowKelly MacIntyre- A-MacWade Shimley - Eldritch ElkBeverly Williams - Kat Murray Check out Unincorporated by Ethan Harvey! - https://ethanharvey.itch.io/unincorporated htt…

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Privet Glade Part 2 - Unincorporated 59:46

9M ago59:46

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Privet Glade Part 2 - Unincorporated It's time to actually play Unincorporated. That's right! Not only is it a world-building game, but it has mechanics for actually acting as and further developing your characters. It even has a rolling system for challenge checks. Watch as we try to solve a murder... while making it up on the fly. Cast- Richard C…

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Privet Glade Part 1 - Unincorporated 51:51

10M ago51:51

51:51

Privet Glade Part 1 - Unincorporated Today we flip the script a bit and dedicate a whole episode to character creation and world-building! We're playing Unincorporated, a system designed to help flesh out the messy relationships that evolve from small-town living. Cast- Richard Cobalt- Dallas WelkWill Layne- TheWhiteShadowKelly MacIntyre- A-MacWade…

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Stoneburner Review 6:44

10M ago6:44

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Stoneburner Review Right after finishing our Stoneburner playthrough, we talk about the system and what we thought of it. Check out Stoneburner by Fari RPGs (https://farirpgs.com/) and be sure to support what they do! (https://www.patreon.com/farirpgs) Check out René-Pier on Twitter! - https://twitter.com/RPDeshaies Check out RPG Stress Test on soc…

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Fistful of Kobolds Part 2 - Stoneburner 1:31:33

10M ago1:31:33

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Fistful of Kobolds Part 2 - Stoneburner After discovering the body of Gary Longneck, the dwarven miners are sure they definitely inherited the mine. But, there's still money to be made in rescuing the Kobold mother. Cast- DM- Eldritch Elk Players- Harkar Farmor Darkbrow- Dallas WelkOritor Deeppick- TheWhiteShadowRock Dwarfman - A-MacGargalon Minesh…

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Fistful of Kobolds Part 1 - Stoneburner 1:14:21

10M ago1:14:21

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Fistful of Kobolds Part 1 - Stoneburner A mine full of wonders awaits this gang of dwarven street urchins who got to stake a claim after their employee had an unfortunate accident. -Cast- DM- Eldritch Elk Players-Harkar Farmor Darkbrow- Dallas WelkOritor Deeppick- TheWhiteShadowRock Dwarfman - A-MacGargalon Mineshaft - Zach Amory Gary Longneck - Re…

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Fisting of Fury Part 2 - Feng Shui 1:34:29

11M ago1:34:29

1:34:29

Fisting of Fury Part 2 - Feng Shui The thrilling conclusion to Fisting of Fury is finally upon us! Find out how the Brothers of the Flaming Fist discover the truth behind their mother's sordid affairs. -Cast- DM- Zach Amory Players-Alan Smith- Dallas WelkJJ- TheWhiteShadowKidd Dick- A-Mac Check out Feng Shui by Atlas Games! - https://www.atlas-game…

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Why more Canadians are giving up on home ownership 27:44

12M ago27:44

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After years of soaring home prices, there was hope that rising interest rates would lead to lower prices in 2023 and give young Canadians an entry point into the market . And while they did go down, higher mortgage rates have left housing as unaffordable as ever. For those without family help or oversized paycheques, buying a home is just not finan…

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How soaring rents are transforming student life 29:03

12M ago29:03

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Student debt is a growing problem in Canada - one that’s set to get worse in the coming years. And although tuition has crept higher, it’s the soaring cost of rent and everyday living that's causing the trouble. So what should students consider before making decisions for their post-secondary lives? Paul Kershaw, founder of Generation Squeeze and a…

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'Punched in the face by my investments’: How to endure stock market swings 28:42

1y ago28:42

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It’s tough to save money to invest in the first place, so it stings to watch your investments drop. If you’ve started in the last few years, you’ve just seen your first large ups and downs in the stock market. So how do you know if you’re on the right track? And how do you keep emotions in check? A 38-year-old from Mississauga who started investing…

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How climate anxiety is shaping small and large financial decisions 26:47

1y ago26:47

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Climate change is a growing concern for many young Canadians, with some questioning where they should live, what they should be saving for and how they should invest. Others wonder whether they should bother planning for a future at all. But is there a smart way to weave our climate concerns into our personal finance decisions? Certified financial …

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Save money and the planet: How thrifting can help combat inflation 19:48

1y ago19:48

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A $5,700 wedding dress for $64. Expensive baby items for a fraction of the price. Construction materials to renovate a home. When you need something, buying used is a great way to save a pile of cash and keep perfectly good items out of landfills. It isn’t a new phenomenon, but it’s gaining more popularity as living expenses soar. In this episode, …

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Fertility treatments can be a massive, unexpected cost for Canadians. Here’s what you should know 28:29

1y ago28:29

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For the one in six Canadian couples who experience infertility, the path to having a baby can be difficult emotionally, physically and financially. Same sex couples and people trying to get pregnant without a partner are on the same road. And for all these aspiring parents, fertility treatments aren’t cheap. In this episode, Roma speaks to Dr. Tama…

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Taxes 101: Tips to make the most of your return this season 21:55

1y ago21:55

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Tax season can be, well, taxing. Whether you’re a gig worker trying to keep track of receipts or a remote employee struggling to figure out how much home office space to claim, filing a return can be daunting. We know most of you don’t have an accountant on your favourite contacts list, so we’re dedicating this episode to all things taxes. Rob spea…

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Why millennials and Gen Z are Alberta-bound for a more affordable life 26:08

1y ago26:08

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In 2022, the number of people moving to Alberta hit its highest level in almost a decade. At the same time, a record number of people left Toronto for other provinces. And it all comes down to affordability. In this episode, we’ll delve into the factors contributing to the rise in interprovincial migration and hear from Canadians who made the move …

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Coming soon: Season seven of Stress Test 1:08

1y ago1:08

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The economy is looking shaky and everyone’s trying to save money, whether it's on rent, groceries or just living life. The good news? The Globe’s personal finance podcast for Gen Z and millennials is back for another season. Join hosts Rob Carrick and Roma Luciw as they make sense of a changing financial reality - and help you achieve your goals. U…

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Everyone is Santa - Everyone is John 1:19:38

1+ y ago1:19:38

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Everyone is Santa - Everyone is John Surprise! It's the Stress Test Christmas Special! This week we play the one-page RPG, Everyone is John, but with a twist! They're actually Santa. Happy holiday folks, we'll see you in Febru-arch-ish for Season 2! -Cast- DM- Eldritch Elk Players-Santa - Dallas WelkSanta - Zach AmorySanta - Kat MurraySanta - TheWh…

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Rising interest rates brought pain for new homeowners - and opportunity for house hunters 26:47

1+ y ago26:47

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When we first launched Stress Test, the homeownership story was one of low interest rates, climbing prices and bidding wars. But the real estate market has changed drastically this year - now it’s a story of rising interest rates, falling prices and fewer listings. So what does it mean for new and potential homeowners? In the last episode of the se…

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Why more Canadians are choosing to be childfree or delay parenthood 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

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Canadians are waiting longer to have kids. If they do, they’re having fewer. And people say money is one of the big reasons why they’re going childfree. In this episode, we’re looking at the most personal of personal finance topics: the cost of deciding whether to have children, when and how many. We hear from a 27-year-old woman from Mississauga, …

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Is it still a good time to ask for a raise, with a recession looming? 22:47

1+ y ago22:47

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Chances are your salary isn’t rising as fast as inflation. But before you march into your boss’s office to demand a raise, remember there’s a recession looming. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ask - but your pitch needs to be researched and realistic. In this episode, Rob speaks to compensation expert Manny Campione about what’s going on in the job…

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Renovating can help you get the home you otherwise can't afford 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

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For those struggling to get a foothold in Canada’s expensive real estate market, home improvements aren’t a luxury - they’re a necessary evil to secure housing that fits their needs. But is doing the work a more affordable option than buying the perfect place? In this episode, we’re looking at how renovations can get you the home you want but other…

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Recession-beating tips for the job market, housing, investing and cost of life 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

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Disclaimer from Aligned Capital Partners Inc.: This podcast is for informational purposes only and not intended to be personalized investment advice. The views expressed are opinions of Aravind Sithamparapillai and may not necessarily be those of ACPI. Content is prepared for general circulation and information contained does not constitute an offe…

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Love in the time of inflation: How to manage rising costs when dating 22:07

1+ y ago22:07

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Pandemic lockdowns made it harder for people to make new romantic connections. Now, inflation is making it more expensive. This has left people searching for creative ways to meet the love of their life - while spending less. In this episode, Rob and Roma hear from three Canadian daters to learn how they’re coping with higher costs and offer advice…

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Kill Jester - MÖRK BORG 1:41:52

1+ y ago1:41:52

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Kill Jester - MÖRK BORG The season 1 finale is upon us! The DSM gang plays a spooky session of MÖRK BORG,a super dark fantasy RPG with lots of hilarious and brutal tables. -Cast- DM- A-Mac Players-Urskinn- Dallas WelkErrant Attracts the Dust (Dusty)- Zach AmoryMargar- MattVardok- TheWhiteShadow Check out MÖRK BORG! - https://morkborg.com/ Check out…

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You're not bad at money - you're suffering from money shame 28:03

1+ y ago28:03

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You’re broke, but you blow $100 on a dinner you can’t afford. Or maybe your colleagues are making more money doing the same job as you, but you don’t ask for a raise. You feel like you’re bad with money and your way of coping is to ignore your finances. These are common behaviours that can lead to something called money shame. In this episode, Roma…

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How supercharged rents are crushing Canadians 28:05

1+ y ago28:05

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Rents are soaring across the country, especially in Canada's biggest cities. To secure a place to live, some Canadians are competing in bidding wars or spending over 50 per cent of their monthly income on rent. Others are settling for short-term leases and long commutes. In this episode, we hear from three renters about what they went through to tr…

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A Job Well Done - SCP The Tabletop RPG 1:06:02

1+ y ago1:06:02

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A Job Well Done - SCP The Tabletop RPG This week the Stressters take on the horrific world of SCP as they attempt to get their daily duties done as top-secret custodians. It's spooky-season and we have a slew of creepy episodes for you guys, so stay tuned! -Cast- DM- Kappa Mikey Players-Job Hawthorne- Dallas WelkDr. Richard Gobbler- Zach AmorySenni…

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Coming soon: Season 6 of Stress Test 0:55

1+ y ago0:55

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Just when you thought pandemic-related financial challenges were ending, we have a new plot twist: the threat of a recession. The Globe's personal finance podcast for Gen Z and millennials is back to help make sense of it all. Join hosts Rob Carrick and Roma Luciw this season as they tackle the cash crunch many Canadians are facing when it comes to…

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Fisting of Fury Part 1 - Feng Shui 1:12:53

1+ y ago1:12:53

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Fisting of Fury Part 1 - Feng Shui Years ago, a corrupt evil has been vanquished and a time of peace has taken Neo Palm City. A group of martial arts masters reunites to defeat the evil once more. -Cast-DM- Zach Amory Players-Alan Smith- Dallas WelkJJ- TheWhiteShadowKidd Dick- A-Mac Check out Feng Shui by Atlas Games! - https://www.atlas-games.com/…

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DSM4/20 - We Hardly Knew Ye 1:36:21

1+ y ago1:36:21

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DSM4/20 - We Hardly Knew Ye The Dead Set Gang finds out what it's like to be the faceless mooks who get slaughtered by the heroic protagonist. We Hardly Knew Ye rewards the players with backstory and punishes them with rapid-fire character creation. Thanks again to Caravansary for creating an entire one-page RPG off of a silly suggestion. This is o…

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