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Fast & Focused: How to Prepare for a TTRPG Session in Under an Hour
The Bearded Nerd Podcast
14 minutes
2 months ago
Fast & Focused: How to Prepare for a TTRPG Session in Under an Hour
You don’t need 10 pages of notes or 3 hours of planning to run a great session.
In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian walks you through a fast and effective system for prepping any TTRPG session in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re a time-crunched GM, a busy parent, or just want to stop over-prepping, this episode gives you the structure to get it done—and done well.
🎙️ What You’ll Learn:
The 4 elements every great session needs
A step-by-step breakdown of 60-minute prep
Scene design, NPC shortcuts, and player-focused rewards
Add-ons for when you’ve got extra time
🎁 Grab the free Session Prep Blueprint on Patreon