Tales from the Stinky Dragon
Four longtime friends and collaborators play a heavily sound-designed D&D campaign, mixing high fantasy with chaotic, irreverent humor.
An actual-play D&D podcast from a team of veteran online entertainers, notable for its high production value. Dungeon Master Gus Sorola guides four players through distinct, long-form campaigns with a blend of structured narrative and chaotic improvisation. The show is tightly edited with a rich soundscape of effects and an original score to create a cinematic listening experience that is explicitly 'all ages'.
“The professional, layered sound design and original music set it apart from more conversational D&D podcasts. The established comedic timing of the cast, honed over years of collaboration at Rooster Teeth, creates a unique dynamic that balances epic fantasy stakes with frequent, goofy table talk.”
Who hosts this show
Tales from the Stinky Dragon is an independent, all-ages D&D actual-play podcast that began in 2021, originally produced by Rooster Teeth. Following the closure of the parent company, the show went independent in 2024. The show is led by Dungeon Master Gus Sorola, with a consistent player cast of Barbara Dunkelman, Chris Demarais, Jon Risinger, and Blaine Gibson, all of whom are longtime Rooster Teeth personalities. The audio adventures are known for their immersive sound design, original music, and fully-voiced characters.
Credentials & credits
- Gus Sorola: Co-founder of Rooster Teeth, host of 'Rooster Teeth Podcast' and 'Black Box Down'.
- Barbara Dunkelman: Former Creative Director at Rooster Teeth, voice of Yang Xiao Long in 'RWBY'.
- Chris Demarais: Writer, director, and actor for Rooster Teeth; co-creator of 'Good Morning from Hell'.
- Jon Risinger: Former graphic designer and host at Rooster Teeth, known for hosting 'On The Spot'.
- Blaine Gibson: Actor, writer, and director for Rooster Teeth; known for 'Million Dollars, But...'.
- Micah Risinger: Writer, editor, and composer for the podcast.
Other ventures
- Rooster Teeth
- RWBY (Dunkelman)
- Black Box Down (Sorola)
- Good Morning from Hell (Demarais)
- On The Spot (Risinger)
- Million Dollars, But... (Gibson)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01C03 - Ep. 46 - Under Oondar Fire - Smoke and ChimirrorasJun 24, 2026 · 1h 36m
- 02C01 - Ep. 63 - Armageddon - Flats Lady SingsJun 22, 2026 · 1h 12m
- 03C01 - Ep. 62 - Armageddon - Quadron vs. KyborgJun 15, 2026 · 1h 13m
- 04C03 - Ep. 45 - Under Oondar Fire - What's Mine is YoursJun 10, 2026 · 1h 31m
- 05C01 - Ep. 61 - Armageddon - No Arm, No FoulJun 8, 2026 · 1h 19m
- 06C01 - Ep. 60 - Armageddon - Cards On The TabulJun 1, 2026 · 1h 17m
Notable episodes
- 01C01 - Ep. 63 - Armageddon - Flats Lady Sings
The dramatic conclusion to the 'Armageddon' arc, featuring a daring escape, the intervention of a giant worm king, and a major cliffhanger involving a main character's family.
- 02C01 - Ep. 62 - Armageddon - Quadron vs. Kyborg
A major combat episode that reveals the villain's true form and showcases the party's chaotic but effective teamwork, culminating in the sudden arrival of a massive creature.
- 03C03 - Ep. 45 - Under Oondar Fire - What's Mine is Yours
Highlights the show's blend of humor and adventure, featuring the memorable, fast-talking Goliath merchant Claudia and a debate on whether a cactus is a vegetable.
What you'll be asked on this show
Episodes are guided by a single Dungeon Master (Gus Sorola) and feature four players. The audio is heavily produced with sound effects and music cues to heighten immersion. The tone regularly shifts from dramatic, high-stakes storytelling to comedic, out-of-character banter and inside jokes.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “If you had to defend yourself in combat using a vegetable, which would it be and why?”
Signature segments
- · Alliterative recaps of the previous episode's events.
- · Fictional drink advertisements for the 'Stinky Dragon' tavern.
- · A weekly icebreaker question for the players, such as the 'vegetable weapon' question.
- · Humorous out-of-context audio clips played during the outro.
- · The party attempting to give a 'one word at a time' speech.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show does not feature interview guests. Instead, other voice actors are occasionally brought in to portray specific non-player characters (NPCs) within the D&D narrative.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is primarily supported directly by its audience via a Patreon, which offers ad-free episodes, a post-show called 'Second Wind', and other bonus content. They also generate revenue through an official merchandise store. This direct-to-fan model suggests that potential sponsors should align with gaming, fantasy, or geek culture brands that resonate with a loyal and engaged fanbase.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Tales from the Stinky Dragon?
- The podcast is led by Dungeon Master Gus Sorola, with players Barbara Dunkelman, Chris Demarais, Jon Risinger, and Blaine Gibson.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, the podcast is active, releasing episodes weekly and is currently in its third campaign.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a Dungeons & Dragons actual-play podcast featuring a Dungeon Master and four players, enhanced with immersive sound design and original music.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube and major podcast services like Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
- How did the show change after Rooster Teeth shut down?
- After Rooster Teeth's closure in 2024, the podcast became an independent production primarily supported by its audience through Patreon.
- Are there multiple campaigns?
- Yes, the show has completed two campaigns ('The Infinight Saga' and 'Grotethe') and is currently in its third, 'Kanon'.
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- [01]Tales from the Stinky Dragon Official Storestore.stinkydragonpod.com
- [02]Tales from the Stinky Dragon on Patreonpatreon.com
- [03]Gus Sorola - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [04]Barbara Dunkelman - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [05]Blaine Gibson | Rooster Teeth Wikiroosterteeth.fandom.com
- [06]Jon Risinger | Famous Birthdaysfamousbirthdays.com
- [07]Chris Demarais | Red vs. Blue Wikirvb.fandom.com
- [08]StinkyDragonPodcast Wiki | Fandomstinkydragon.fandom.com
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