Listener sentiment
Grizzly Peaks Radio draws overwhelmingly enthusiastic reviews from listeners, who consistently rank it among the best Call of Cthulhu actual-play podcasts available. Andy Goodman's work as Keeper is the most frequently cited strength — reviewers praise his improvisational skill, descriptive world-building, and his distinctive ability to balance genuine cosmic-horror tension with laugh-out-loud comedy, a combination many say gets more laughs than any other show in the genre. The rotating cast of experienced, genre-passionate players earns nearly equal praise, with listeners highlighting their camaraderie, inclusivity, and deep character work. Production quality — including sound design, music, and editing — is repeatedly called top-notch. Crossover episodes with the Apocalypse Players have served as a meaningful on-ramp for new listeners who quickly become devoted fans. A small minority of dissent centers on the humor-to-horror ratio: one reviewer felt the show leans too heavily into comedy at the expense of suspense, and another wished Goodman would adhere more strictly to non–Call of Cthulhu rule sets. Those are isolated notes, however, against a broad consensus that the show is a hidden gem deserving wider recognition.
Apple4.9 · 30
Summary generated Jul 6, 2026
