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Brett & Cliff's Flea Circus: A movie and TV podcast

Dungeons & Dragons (1983-85)

Season 4, Ep. 21

This week we revisit the cartoon version of Dungeons & Dragons from the 1980s, which came about on the back of the popular board game. There's a dragon quiz and music from former Dead 60s frontman Matt McManamon. Listen to more of his music here https://mattmcmanamon.bandcamp.com/

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