<rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><generator>Alitu</generator><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hello and welcome to the Dungeon! Join hosts Dave and Eric for our weekly dive into the book series Dungeon Crawler Carl. Dave is reading it for the first time while Eric acts as the ever useful dungeon guide / expert. So buckle up, here we go!]]></description><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hello and welcome to the Dungeon! Join hosts Dave and Eric for our weekly dive into the book series Dungeon Crawler Carl. Dave is reading it for the first time while Eric acts as the ever useful dungeon guide / expert. So buckle up, here we go!]]></itunes:summary><language>en-us</language><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><podcast:podping usesPodping="true"></podcast:podping><podcast:guid>81379be2-59ab-5bd7-b158-fb24c67c56a1</podcast:guid><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com</link><atom:link href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1815079919" rel="external"></atom:link><atom:link href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6KI8aKoxmEzDmCYOXHY7dj" rel="external"></atom:link><atom:link href="https://alitu.com/made-with-alitu/" rel="external"></atom:link><atom:link href="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"></atom:link><itunes:type>serial</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:email>dohnoki23@gmail.com</itunes:email><itunes:name>David Ohnoki</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author><podcast:person>David Ohnoki</podcast:person><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/3f30ceb7-ac75-49c0-9434-273d49c15bf8.jpg?t=1747330423000"></itunes:image><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"></itunes:category></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Comedy"></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Leisure"><itunes:category text="Video Games"></itunes:category></itunes:category><item><guid isPermaLink="false">2faae086-7c44-4d36-97c8-7bfceac60cbb</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Gore-Gore All MANtaur!; Katia Loses Fingers & War Mage Loses Head / DCC Book 3, Chapters 11 - 13]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Gore-Gore All MANtaur!; Katia Loses Fingers & War Mage Loses Head / DCC Book 3, Chapters 11 - 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week, we cover Chapters 11, 12, and 13 of <strong><em>The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook</em></strong> — <strong>DCC Book 3</strong>.</p><p>Dave and Emi dive into a <strong>BBB Boss Battle</strong>, finally get a conductor’s key, watch Katia lose some fingers — but don’t worry, Carl’s got her back (pack) — and help finish off some flesh blankets and war mages on the dismemberment-limited train. And finally we get some sponsors! Carl gets a neural enhancer from the Valtay - whats this about portals?</p><p>Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:34:33 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:47:07</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/2faae086-7c44-4d36-97c8-7bfceac60cbb</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/2faae086-7c44-4d36-97c8-7bfceac60cbb.mp3?t=1778776474000" length="102833730" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><podcast:season>3</podcast:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">a872c0d9-1bf8-45a4-89e5-68c340b4bac3</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dirty Shirley's + Frost Maidens = a Cold Blooded Body Count | DCC Book 3, Ch. 8–10]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dirty Shirley's + Frost Maidens = a Cold Blooded Body Count | DCC Book 3, Ch. 8–10]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>And this is why we don’t let Donut drink unsupervised! Covering chapters 8, 9 &amp; 10 of "The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook" (DCC Book 3), Dave and Emi dive into the mysteries of the cookbook &amp; cover a long awaited reunion with some "old" friends. A night out at the Desperado Club goes sideways fast: Frost magic flies, Donut crosses a line she can’t uncross, and Carl takes a high-stakes spin at the Casino.</p><p>Don't forget to stick around for "What Grinds My Gears?" for a Dave's First Crawl debut and very special guest.</p><p>Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:32:26 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:40:10</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/a872c0d9-1bf8-45a4-89e5-68c340b4bac3</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/a872c0d9-1bf8-45a4-89e5-68c340b4bac3.mp3?t=1777350747000" length="96162478" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><podcast:season>3</podcast:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">d3ca6e68-29c7-43cd-9d82-d5db423afe93</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Mordecai Gets Banished & the Anarchist Cookbook Revealed | DCC Book 3, Ch. 6–7]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Mordecai Gets Banished & the Anarchist Cookbook Revealed | DCC Book 3, Ch. 6–7]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as we grind some cornets, crack open fan prize boxes, and...oh yeah - Mordecai gets banished! Plus, Katia gets a mohawk, and the Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook finally reveals what it really is. Let’s burn it all down. Choo choo, crawlers.</p><p>Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:21:07 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:38:35</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/d3ca6e68-29c7-43cd-9d82-d5db423afe93</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/d3ca6e68-29c7-43cd-9d82-d5db423afe93.mp3?t=1775946068000" length="94648710" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><podcast:season>3</podcast:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">4f8e3135-96b2-4e2c-bf53-f271f19c6495</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[We Got Fire Ants in the Pants! | DCC Book 3, Chapters 3–5]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[We Got Fire Ants in the Pants! | DCC Book 3, Chapters 3–5]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) as they honor Brandon — RIP, you absolute hero. Then it’s full speed ahead into chaos: breaking into the conductor’s room, finding a reward room, lighting Vernon on fire, and mowing down mobs along the way. Choo choo, crawlers.</p><p>Want to join the discussion? Come hang out with the community at r/DavesFirstCrawl.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:53:29 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:44:12</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/4f8e3135-96b2-4e2c-bf53-f271f19c6495</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/4f8e3135-96b2-4e2c-bf53-f271f19c6495.mp3?t=1773867210000" length="100029064" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><podcast:season>3</podcast:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">16b2ad67-c302-4554-a3a4-84990ed6a392</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Book 3 Begins! The Iron Tangle Choo Choo! | DCC Ch. 1–2]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Book 3 Begins! 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This episode covers Dungeon Crawler Carl the Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook chapters 1-2.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><podcast:season>3</podcast:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">a896b1c0-81be-456b-b716-93f0d024ddd1</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Season 2 Epilogue + Bonus Content — Wrap It Up! (DCC Epilogue + Backstage Part 2)]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Season 2 Epilogue + Bonus Content — Wrap It Up! (DCC Epilogue + Backstage Part 2)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>We survived the 3rd floor—barely. Join Dave and Emi (Eric) as we finish <em>Dungeon Crawler Carl: Book 2 – Carl’s Doomsday Scenario</em>, dig into the bonus content from <em>Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret</em>, and unpack Odette’s behind-the-scenes revelations. Celestial boxes are on the table… or maybe not. It’s chaotic. It’s spoilery. Hit play.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:32:00 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:46:24</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/a896b1c0-81be-456b-b716-93f0d024ddd1</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/a896b1c0-81be-456b-b716-93f0d024ddd1.mp3?t=1769513521000" length="102149427" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">6f7974a4-ee39-4892-904a-12f6a3afaef2</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Boom Goes the Lich! Quest: Get Unfucked! DCC Book 2 Ch. 23-25]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Boom Goes the Lich! Quest: Get Unfucked! DCC Book 2 Ch. 23-25]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dave and Emi (Eric) are back breaking down <em>Carl’s Doomsday Scenario</em> chapters 23–25, where the cursed hooker quest finally makes sense, a lich gets absolutely deleted, and survival turns into full-on panic mode. We meet some new crawlers, crank the stakes to 11, and yes—Emi once again cannot shut up about Carl’s massive dong.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:30:12 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:38:51</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/6f7974a4-ee39-4892-904a-12f6a3afaef2</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/6f7974a4-ee39-4892-904a-12f6a3afaef2.mp3?t=1769049013000" length="94900687" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">55cadc1f-077e-41db-915d-1013bddcf3f6</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Enter Katia Grim + The Beanie Babies go....BOOM! 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Plus, the holidays suck, the weather (in Dallas during the holidays) sucks, and the US legal system most certainly sucks.</p>]]></description><podcast:location rel="creator" country="US">HQ of the Princess Posse Fan Club</podcast:location><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:00:38 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:44:50</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/55cadc1f-077e-41db-915d-1013bddcf3f6</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/55cadc1f-077e-41db-915d-1013bddcf3f6.mp3?t=1767484839000" length="100633803" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric (&amp;quot;Emi&amp;quot;) Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">ae3855f7-6860-4513-93f7-681056b6a79c</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[DANGER ZONE with Ripper Wanton — The Skull Empire Attacks! 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Carl steps up, tensions rise, and the Skull Empire crashes the party.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">aa0b0236-bd1e-4cd5-8340-31b790824091</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[You Can Find Me in the (Desperado) Club! Plus Dead Hookers! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 14–17)]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[You Can Find Me in the (Desperado) Club! Plus Dead Hookers! (DCC Book 2: Chapters 14–17)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Dave and Eric (Emi) as we finally crash the MF Desperado Club! We meet Quint — half-Djinn, half-garbage scowl, and 100% chaos. Then things get wild: dead hookers, a fallen hero (RIP Gum-Gum, you will be avenged!), and some seriously terrifying floating head's. 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Meanwhile, <strong>Mongo goes full beast mode</strong> to save Donut from the Street Urchins, and then it’s off to the <strong>Desperado Club</strong>, baby—because we’re <em>going clubbin’!</em></p>]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 23:00:28 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:38:55</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/3c386aac-8575-4cf7-85b5-5fc8771bdaae</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/3c386aac-8575-4cf7-85b5-5fc8771bdaae.mp3?t=1761174029000" length="94967075" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">a435a697-26e8-437a-a7c0-09713172fa04</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Signet Battle Squad Assemble: Attack on the Clowns! 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Our hero takes on Grimaldi’s twisted circus with Signet’s tattoo army in one of the wildest arcs yet!</p>]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:22:48 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:41:31</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/a435a697-26e8-437a-a7c0-09713172fa04</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/a435a697-26e8-437a-a7c0-09713172fa04.mp3?t=1759846969000" length="97462279" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">c6b84c15-68df-45ff-b1b4-481494f894b9</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Welcome to the Over City: Please Mind the Lemurs! (DCC Book 2, Ch. 1–5)]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Welcome to the Over City: Please Mind the Lemurs! 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From choosing races and classes to Morteci’s legendary bender, the Overcity wastes no time reminding us that survival is going to be a bloody circus.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 22:55:14 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:38:32</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/c6b84c15-68df-45ff-b1b4-481494f894b9</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/c6b84c15-68df-45ff-b1b4-481494f894b9.mp3?t=1758408915000" length="94593907" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/c6b84c15-68df-45ff-b1b4-481494f894b9.srt?t=1758408915000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><podcast:season>2</podcast:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">6c32a980-3592-4a06-958e-3eb610550c6e</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[NEW ACHIEVEMENT! Season 1 Recap!]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[NEW ACHIEVEMENT! Season 1 Recap!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Hosts Dave and Emi (Eric) have finished Book 1!</strong> 🎉 Join us as we recap our favorite moments and crawlers while looking back on the wild journey through the first two floors of the dungeon. We’ll tackle some rapid-fire questions, peek ahead at what’s coming in Book 2, and dive into the bonus side story <em>Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret</em>!</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2025 01:19:06 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:21:43</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/6c32a980-3592-4a06-958e-3eb610550c6e</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/6c32a980-3592-4a06-958e-3eb610550c6e.mp3?t=1757726347000" length="78457305" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/6c32a980-3592-4a06-958e-3eb610550c6e.srt?t=1757726347000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">a9c601df-264f-4288-bc27-50305f36f355</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA["And a Wild Mongo Appears!" ]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA["And a Wild Mongo Appears!" ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>New Achievement! Dave and Emi wrap up the closing sequences of Dungeon Crawler Carl, Book 1....doing so in style we might add. Mongo is quite pleased!</p><p>In chapters 44, 45, 46, 47 &amp; Epilogue, we encounter our last boss battle (a diseased rodent on red bull), Donut wins a most prized pet, and we get a surprise Agatha appearance at the tail end of floor 2. Our hosts dive straight into the action &amp; dissect the many mysteries of the Dungeon - notably: Why does Donut love Oasis?</p><p>We also talk about what's next for the pod, and close out with some of our most rage fueled segments yet for "What grinds our gears?" Be there for this one. Will be wild!</p>]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:34:58 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:46:00</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/a9c601df-264f-4288-bc27-50305f36f355</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/a9c601df-264f-4288-bc27-50305f36f355.mp3?t=1756920899000" length="101762089" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki &amp;#x26; Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">5343ab34-2e8e-456c-b696-90d2da7384dd</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Glurp Glurp Piglets, the Maestro Has Arrived!]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Glurp Glurp Piglets, the Maestro Has Arrived!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dave and Eric (Emi) return to break down Chapters 41–43: the rage elemental falls, Meadowlark is saved, and just when Carl and Donut think they can breathe, the <strong>Maestro</strong> crashes the party. This orc with an ego—and a bloodthirsty teen fanbase—turns murder and mayhem into prime-time entertainment. But when his twisted show targets our heroes, Carl and Donut fight back the only way they know how: with chaos, rebellion, and a whole lot of attitude.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2025 15:32:19 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:24:40</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/5343ab34-2e8e-456c-b696-90d2da7384dd</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/5343ab34-2e8e-456c-b696-90d2da7384dd.mp3?t=1755978891000" length="81286311" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">384a1b2b-61fc-435b-b2df-24c35f7deacc</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Rage Against the Elemental!  ]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Rage Against the Elemental!  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jack, noooo! In this episode of Dave's First Crawl: A Dungeon Crawler Carl podcast, Dave and Emi follow Carl and Donut through their most daring feat... taking on a level 93 Elemental from the 13th Floor. We suffer some gut wrenching crawler casualties, share in some eulogies, and our heroes pull off the unthinkable. Also follow your favorite DCC podcast hosts who discuss getting over certain unhealthy addictions, Dave's culinary exploits, and Emi's displeasure with ants. </p>]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:07:16 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:23:10</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/384a1b2b-61fc-435b-b2df-24c35f7deacc</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/384a1b2b-61fc-435b-b2df-24c35f7deacc.mp3?t=1754921237000" length="79842636" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">469abfd6-8f39-4f9b-9ff9-965151574e0f</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Can I See the Manager? A Krakaren appears!]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Can I See the Manager? A Krakaren appears!]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Dave's First Crawl: A Dungeon Crawler Carl podcast, hosts Dave and Eric discuss the surprising cinematic journey from reality TV to dungeon crawling chaos. As they analyze chapters 31 through 35 of the first book, they delve into the collapse of floor one, which tragically claims the lives of 700,000 crawlers. With cultural banter including topics like Yellowstone and casting guesses for a live scene adaptation, the episode balances serious story analysis with lighthearted discourse. Jeff Hayes, the audiobook narrator, receives much admiration for his role in bringing life to the series, while speculation about casting Carl reveals intriguing possibilities.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2025 22:13:13 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:33:12</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/469abfd6-8f39-4f9b-9ff9-965151574e0f</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/469abfd6-8f39-4f9b-9ff9-965151574e0f.mp3?t=1754172794000" length="89477057" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/469abfd6-8f39-4f9b-9ff9-965151574e0f.srt?t=1754172794000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">28fb91be-b053-4b68-92ce-6ad11468ca65</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 6]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join our hosts Dave and Eric (“Emi”) as we dive into Chapters 26–30! Our heroes team up with the Meadowlark party and <em>MEAT</em> the big ball of swine in an epic neighborhood boss battle! There will be blood in this one—and maybe even a tuskling dominatrix with a strap-on dildo (you’ve been warned).</p><p>Next, Doughnut’s biggest dream comes true as Carl and Donut are finally interviewed—and she <em>laps it up</em>! Finally, the party ascends to Level 2 of the dungeon, and loot upgrades abound!</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 12 Jul 2025 22:19:23 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:14:14</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/28fb91be-b053-4b68-92ce-6ad11468ca65</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/28fb91be-b053-4b68-92ce-6ad11468ca65.mp3?t=1752358764000" length="71269611" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/28fb91be-b053-4b68-92ce-6ad11468ca65.srt?t=1752358764000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">22f2f0ba-299c-4f75-aa2f-2d64a7c511af</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 5]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 5]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join our hosts Dave and Eric ("Emi") as we dive through Chapters 21-25, where our fateful heroes discover their first stairwell to the 2nd level of the dungeon which is blocked by a looming threat. Carl and Princess Donut also meet up with some potential allies, some of them able bodied fighters and others not so much. We encounter our third boss battle, which lends itself to some touching and humorous moments. You may also learn a few things on this episode about the connections between physical fitness and mental health...and that it's not so healthy to get "handsy" with one's self while wearing spiky enchanted war gauntlets.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:41:04 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:09:26</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/22f2f0ba-299c-4f75-aa2f-2d64a7c511af</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/22f2f0ba-299c-4f75-aa2f-2d64a7c511af.mp3?t=1750794068000" length="66652288" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">aacc371c-ed06-42d1-b131-152c00c07a41</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 4]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Dave and Eric for humorous exchanges and life updates as we delve into the intricacies of 'Dungeon Crawler Carl,' chapters 16-20 highlighting Carl and Donut's interactions with goblins, their delight in explosives, the mechanics of their new Goblin Copper Chopper, and their first run in with fellow crawlers! Eric shares his excitement for the Indiana Pacers' impressive NBA Finals run. The episode culminates with a reflection on the book's social commentary, examining the parallels it draws with contemporary societal structures and issues.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jun 2025 23:06:47 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>00:54:39</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/aacc371c-ed06-42d1-b131-152c00c07a41</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/aacc371c-ed06-42d1-b131-152c00c07a41.mp3?t=1749337611000" length="52463744" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/aacc371c-ed06-42d1-b131-152c00c07a41.srt?t=1749337611000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">0e1b96af-77a9-4dd3-a251-e997b7afd3d6</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 3]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this podcast episode, the hosts recount their latest experiences and dive into chapters 11-15 of 'Dungeon Crawler Carl'. One host details a lively time at a Renaissance Fair in Dallas, complete with costumes, performances, and jousting. The conversation shifts to the book's narrative as they prepare for Carl's first boss battle. The boss, known as the Hoarder, turns out to be a tragic figure trapped by forces beyond her control, raising questions about the moral implications and deeper themes in the story. With explosive action and poignant character moments, this episode blends real-life adventures with fictional challenges.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:10:37 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:05:01</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/0e1b96af-77a9-4dd3-a251-e997b7afd3d6</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/0e1b96af-77a9-4dd3-a251-e997b7afd3d6.mp3?t=1748974238000" length="62425216" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/0e1b96af-77a9-4dd3-a251-e997b7afd3d6.srt?t=1748974238000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">1675745d-6295-4077-988a-9ed1c4882b3a</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 2]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Dave and Eric as we continue our dungeon crawl! In this episode we explore chapters 6-10 of Dungeon Crawler Carl. Levels are gained, loot is obtained, and there may or may not be a lava spitting BAD LLAMA!</p>]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 May 2025 01:31:43 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>01:06:31</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/1675745d-6295-4077-988a-9ed1c4882b3a</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/1675745d-6295-4077-988a-9ed1c4882b3a.mp3?t=1748655104000" length="63860864" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/1675745d-6295-4077-988a-9ed1c4882b3a.srt?t=1748655104000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">89a3ebe2-a16b-4c1b-886d-515c8018a13a</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 1]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast: Episode 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join us as we launch our first podcast! Here we dive into the first 5 chapters of the Dungeon Crawler Carl universe. Each week we will read through and explore the dungeons, for Dave it will be his first time though as Eric acts as his guide and experinced dungeon hand.</p>]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 17:40:41 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>00:34:22</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/89a3ebe2-a16b-4c1b-886d-515c8018a13a</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/89a3ebe2-a16b-4c1b-886d-515c8018a13a.mp3?t=1747330842000" length="32987264" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/89a3ebe2-a16b-4c1b-886d-515c8018a13a.srt?t=1747330842000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">dd2b695c-2dc8-4737-bf6b-da2278eaf020</guid><itunes:title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast]]></itunes:title><title><![CDATA[Dave’s First Crawl - a Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Hello and welcome to the Dungeon! Join hosts Dave and Eric as we dive into the series of Dungeon Crwaler Carl, Dave for the first time and Eric for another time as he introduces and acts as the dungeon guide to Dave! So buckle up, here we go!</p>]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 17:37:54 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>00:05:39</itunes:duration><link>https://davesfirstcrawl.alitu.com/episode/dd2b695c-2dc8-4737-bf6b-da2278eaf020</link><enclosure url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/dd2b695c-2dc8-4737-bf6b-da2278eaf020.mp3?t=1747330675000" length="5421184" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><podcast:transcript url="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/dd2b695c-2dc8-4737-bf6b-da2278eaf020.srt?t=1747330675000" type="text/srt"></podcast:transcript><itunes:image href="https://feeds.alitu.com/26979983/dd2b695c-2dc8-4737-bf6b-da2278eaf020.jpg"></itunes:image><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>David Ohnoki, Eric Emenhiser</itunes:author></item></channel></rss>