Bug City Blues
Bug City Blues
Connor Boesch
Welcome to “Bug City Blues,” an actual play podcast following a group of street-level Shadowrunners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. Join our talented cast as they navigate the treacherous underbelly of a corrupt metropolis ruled by mega-corporations and gang affiliations alike. Immerse yourself in a neo-noir narrative filled with thrilling missions, high-stakes heists, and haunting secrets. Listen as our runners confront ruthless corporate agents, rival factions, and the enigmatic forces that dwell in the shadows, all while struggling to survive in a city on the brink of chaos. Discover the intense camaraderie, unexpected alliances, and heart-pounding dangers that shape the lives of our crew. Will they emerge triumph or fall prey to the unforgiving nature of their world? Alex is Pancetta Chris is Lester Moore Clinton is River Bear Nathan is Lockdown Nikole is Moira Goldleaf and Connor is the game master. Join the discussion on Discord - https://discord.gg/5gJDB4QXJ Check out my other show Clinton’s Core Classics: a Rise of the Runelords First-Edition Actual-Play Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7zd2gvOpVsnX2rPJhsg0ff?si=66ce9aad8a384da9
The Hermit
Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: The team return to their new home on Goose Island with a unique trophy for their common area: a prized air hockey table recovered from the derelict ruins out near Ghoultown. As the crew settles into a well-deserved period of downtime to lick their wounds and spend their hard-earned Karma, a new job offer arrives in the form of a call from an old friend. It seems that things are not as they seem out in the streets of Chicago - and a mystery surrounds the latest crimewave to hit the city. Will our team be able to get the scoop, or will they find themselves as the next headline? Tune in to find out now! Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Feb 1
1 hr 4 min
Strength, Reversed
Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: The gang spent last session chasing the shadow of one Weaver the Ghoul - a pillar of the community whose mysteriously vanished without a trace. The lead has led us to a rusted out gas station hidden deep within the containment zone. The pumps are crawling with muscle and primed for trouble. Now our team gears up to ghost the perimeter, hoping subterfuge will serve them well. But in this line of work, hope is little more than just another liability. Because if Weaver is in there, then somebody doesn’t want them coming out. Will our heroes manage to save the day, or will this be the run that ruins their lives? Tune in to find out now! Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Nov 17, 2025
1 hr 31 min
Strength
Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: The gang moves in! After spending their downtime getting situated in their new digs, an associate of Mr. Johnson has a job for our crew down in Cabrini-Green - otherwise known as Ghoultown. Are our heroes ready to traverse to a place that opens its jaws instead of its arms? Tune in and find out now! Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Sep 4, 2025
50 min
The Chariot, Reversed
Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: After surviving their last escapade, the team slows down - but only slightly. With some well-earned nuyen burning holes in their pockets, they invest in upgrades, reach out to old contacts, and put pieces in place for the road ahead. But in Chicago, downtime is just another word for danger - and as shadows lengthen and alleyways whisper, threats stir beneath the surface. Who is watching while the runners catch their breath, and what will they do when the claws come out? Tune in and find out now! Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Jul 5, 2025
53 min
The Chariot
Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: the gang joins in on the latest craze to sweep the CeeZee recreational scene - Death-Joust! We will put the pedal to the metal while charging directly in between two rival gangs trying to obliterate one another for leisure and profit. But not all is what it seems in the scrapheap-ridden roadways of Chicago - can our players uncover a larger conspiracy before they end up as streaks along the pavement? And what will be the snapping point that causes these two rival gangs to break out into a brawl? Tune in and find out now! Lester Moore used a gun in the war. Lockdown gets a little boost to his reactions. Mo comes up with the plan. Panchetta is just here to have fun and nothing else. River Bear tries to keep from being seen. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Mar 5, 2025
1 hr 13 min
The Lovers, Reversed
Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: the gang splits up and heads out into the CeeZee to investigate their latest run. Mr. Johnson is willing to pay in order to have some community service done - and our team just so happens to specialize in cleaning up the streets. Lester Moore provides backup. Lockdown gets ready to drive. Mo fits right in. Panchetta keeps her head on a swivel. River Bear falls in with a bad crowd. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Additional voices provided by Helfer, the player of Huggy Bear from the Pride against Prejudice Podcast. Found wherever fine podcasts are found! Special thanks for adding some much needed diversity to the trolls of the world. Music Credits: Leaving Home Lasting Hope Crusade - Heavy Industry Dama-May By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Dec 24, 2024
40 min
The Lovers
This week: It’s time to kick back and enjoy a cold one! As a part of a job well done, the team has earned themselves a night of drinks and a distillery tour in the Cee-Zee’s own Haven Brewery and Beer-Garden. Along pints and pitchers the crew also learns of an increase in car jackings leading to some in the community looking for nuyen to throw towards a solution. Fortunately for them - community service is what the gang does best! Lester Moore earns some good karma. Lockdown gets his tools out. Mo makes a phone call. Panchetta waits her turn. River Bear inspects the specters. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Music Credits: Beauty Flow Chill Wave Galactic Rap Mesmerizing Galaxy Dirt Rhodes Leaving Home Staying The Course Arcane I can Feel It Coming By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Nov 30, 2024
55 min
Ace of Coins Reversed
This week: The gang has finished the job - now it’s time to get paid. And with pockets full(ish) of Nuyen it is time to hit the markets! River Bear practices their enchanting. Lester Moore suits up. Mo feels confident in herself. Lockdown really, truly is a good driver - honest! Panchetta receives a message. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Music Credits: Neon Laser Horizon Screensaver Dirt Rhodes Deuces Mesmerizing Galaxy Chill Wave Cold Funk Accralate Half Mystery By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Sep 13, 2024
48 min
Ace of Coins
This week: The gang takes on The Hierophant Nightclub. Not for nuyen, not for drugs, and certainly not for the show. Well, maybe some of us are here for the show. The crew is here instead to reach one Catherine O’Leary, who rumor has it has been sticking their hand too deeply into the company cookie jar and Mr. Johnson has taken notice. Now, it is up to our players to find a way to right this wrong. Their solution will be creative. Their safety will not be guaranteed. And, if all goes according to plan, they should find themselves in over their heads before too long. And how much drugs is the right amount of drugs to OD a Troll? River Bear gets a new shirt. Lester Moore has an active imagination. Mo meets the staff. Lockdown has done enough. Panchetta probes for weaknesses. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Music Credits: Mesmerizing Galaxy Loop Spacial Harvest Dirt Rhodes Dromes of the Deep Groove Grove Burn the World Brain Dance SCP-x2x Screen Saver Galactic Rap Shadowlands 5 - Antechamber Half Mystery Shadowlands 4 - Breath Ossuary 4 - Animate By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Jun 13, 2024
1 hr 20 min
The Hierophant, Reversed
This week: It’s showtime! Our players get ready to see Infernus Erectus live on stage at The Hierophant Nightclub. But the real show for our gang of Shadowrunners lies somewhere deep within the bowels of the club - where a high-stakes gambling game is all that stands in the way between the runners and a nice payday. Now it is time for the the runs first challenge: getting in to the venue without raising the alarm. River Bear gets a new shirt. Lester Moore has an active imagination. Mo meets the staff. Lockdown has done enough. Panchetta probes for weaknesses. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Music Credits: Mesmerizing Galaxy Loop Spacial Harvest Dirt Rhodes Dromes of the Deep Groove Grove Burn the World By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/vuce7g3KT3 Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
Mar 28, 2024
48 min
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