Cauldron of Worlds

Chad Corrie

Cauldron of Worlds is a podcast focused on creating various story universes and worlds. In it author Chad Corrie shares some tips and ideas on what he's learned over the years in creating his own various story universes as well as providing some insight into some of the nuts and bolts (and behind the scenes information) that went into some of what he's created. This podcast and all its episodes are ©2020 Chad Corrie. All Rights Reserved. You can find out more about Chad Corrie online at: chadcorrie.com and @creatorchad (FB, Twitter, and Instagram). Questions and comments can be sent to: cauldron (at) chadcorrie (dot) com. read less
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Episode 0 | A Series Introduction
Dec 26 2019
Episode 0 | A Series Introduction
This is a simple summary of what you can expect from Cauldron of Worlds--what the focus and purpose of the series is in general. It also allows a sample of how things will sound (again in general).

Episodes

Episode 27 | Final Thoughts
Nov 19 2022
Episode 27 | Final Thoughts
The final episode of Cauldron of Worlds wherein Chad shares some parting thoughts and information. Thank you for your time and support over these last three seasons!
Episode 26 | Alternate Earths
Jul 22 2022
Episode 26 | Alternate Earths
In this penultimate episode of season three Chad talks about developing different versions of Earth as we know it for use in your own world settings.
Episode 25 | Managing your Multiverse
Apr 22 2022
Episode 25 | Managing your Multiverse
In this episode we explore the idea of a multiverse and how you can begin digging into it for your own world(s).
Episode 24 | Joint Creative Efforts
Jan 21 2022
Episode 24 | Joint Creative Efforts
With the start of this new season we also adopt a new format, moving into a quarterly release schedule. In this episode Chad talks about working with others in joint creation efforts.
Episode 23 | Roleplaying Games
Dec 17 2021
Episode 23 | Roleplaying Games
In this episode we take a look at crafting or fine tuning your world setting for roleplaying games and just what that might look like in general.
Episode 22 | Audio Options
Nov 19 2021
Episode 22 | Audio Options
In this episode we take a look at crafting or fine tuning your world setting for audio options and just what that might look like in general.
Episode 21 | Comics vs. Books
Oct 15 2021
Episode 21 | Comics vs. Books
In this episode we explore some differences creating worlds for strictly comic-- and book--based settings.
Episode 20 | Setting the Range
Sep 17 2021
Episode 20 | Setting the Range
A look at how far and how deep you want to take your world building. Or in other words, setting up and defining your world building parameters.
Episode 19 | Magic
Aug 13 2021
Episode 19 | Magic
This episode discusses how to flesh out your own take on magic in your world setting.
Episode 18 | Kingdoms, Societies, and Nations
Jul 15 2021
Episode 18 | Kingdoms, Societies, and Nations
This episode discusses how to flesh out and establish various kingdoms, societies, and nations in your world setting.
Episode 17 | Q&A Session
Jun 17 2021
Episode 17 | Q&A Session
Chad answers some questions related to world design and other related topics. If you'd like to send in some questions of your own, send them to cauldron(at)chadcorrie.com.
Episode 16 | Secular Worldview
May 20 2021
Episode 16 | Secular Worldview
We wrap up our look at developing belief systems for your world setting by exploring the concept of a secular worldview.
Episode 15 | Philosophies
Apr 18 2021
Episode 15 | Philosophies
We continue our look at developing belief systems for your world setting by exploring the concept of philosophies.
Episode 14 | Polytheism
Mar 19 2021
Episode 14 | Polytheism
Continuing from the previous episode about belief systems, we talk about how to develop and use polytheistic belief systems in a world setting.
Episode 13 | Monotheism
Feb 19 2021
Episode 13 | Monotheism
Continuing from the previous episode about belief systems, we talk about how to develop and use monotheistic belief systems in a world setting.
Episode 12 | Developing Belief Systems
Jan 22 2021
Episode 12 | Developing Belief Systems
This first episode of the second season introduces the concept of belief systems and how to create and use them in your world settings.
Episode 11 | Creating Monsters
Dec 20 2020
Episode 11 | Creating Monsters
In this final episode of season one we take a look at creating monsters and monstrous races for your world setting.
Episode 10 | Creating Races
Nov 19 2020
Episode 10 | Creating Races
In this episode we talk some about how you can go about creating races for your world settings by use of a template that covers their most common and helpful aspects.
Episode 9 : Continents and Landmasses
Oct 17 2020
Episode 9 : Continents and Landmasses
In this episode we talk some about the basics of working with and designing continents and landmasses for your world setting.
Episode 8: Planet Creation
Sep 24 2020
Episode 8: Planet Creation
Continuing the macro to micro approach to world building today we tackle creating a planet——sharing some approaches and ideas to take that can help spur you on in building your own.