The Jeff, host of the Go On Man podcast, presents a comprehensive discussion on motivating disengaged players in gaming sessions. He outlines several key strategies: First, implementing an 'invincible opposition' system where NPCs complete ignored quests and receive valuable rewards , creating a sense of missed opportunity for players. Second, incorporating plot armor mechanics to prevent disruptive player behavior like 'murder hobo' tendencies . Third, connecting plot hooks directly to character backgrounds to increase player investment . The Jeff acknowledges common challenges like players spending excessive time on simple tasks, such as examining unlocked doors for 30 minutes . He concludes by emphasizing the importance of finding the right motivational hooks for each player, noting that even reluctant participants usually seek some form of gratification from the game experience . The podcast is available on both Spotify and Apple Podcast platforms .