Episodes
Interview with John Garcia
In this episode, John Garcia joins me to talk about his board game, Table Golf Association . It is an incredibly huge wooden hex-based dexterity game. You are trying to flick your slider across these hexes to literally sink y...
Interview with Arwen Kathke
Arwen Kathke, a fellow board gaming podcaster , stops by the show to answer the usual questions. Along the way, we discuss our ever growing, never decreasing shelves of shame, how the castle from Beauty and the beast had the …
Guillotine
Guillotine came to my attention after reading The 100 Best Family Games . Luckily, our neighbor knew, loved, and had the game. She explained it to us, and we were instantly hooked. We decided her game needed an upgrade, so …
No Thanks!
No Thanks! is a quick game that will stretch your brain and test your risk-taking versus aversion. There are only 33 cards in this game; less than a standard deck of cards. The joy, however, amazes me. My crew and …
Interview with Board Game Design Lab host Gabe Barrett
Gabe Barrett joins me in this episode, all the way from Honduras. We talk about how the gaming landscape has changed over the pandemic. Gabe also talks about how he loves to game with his children. Throwing burritos at them, …
Simply Suspects: The Game of Suspicion and Betrayal
Another game thought I procured at the suggestion of a guest. Simply Suspects is a definite game to play over a lunch hour. It takes about 15-20 minutes to play, is a riot, and you can reset and play again …
Interview with Joan "The Gamesmistress" Moriarity
In this episode, I am joined by Game Sommelier Joan Moriarity. She works at the Toronto game cafe, Snakes & Lattes, where she tries to help patrons find a new game to enjoy. She has some fantastic thoughts and philosophies …
Interview with Daniel Jose Ruiz
In this episode, I am joined by Daniel Jose Ruiz. I came across his article " Dragons are for White Kids with Money : On the Friction of Geekdom and Race" while reading a book about board gaming. Daniel is …
Endless Games: AKA, 60 Second Slam, Everybody Knows, & Horror Trivia
While the party game genre is not my forte, I do like them for their approachability, light ruleset, and quick playtime. In this episode, I look at four titles from Endless Games. Heck, there might even be a fifth bonus …
Interview with Dustin Dobson
In this episode, I am joined by designer Dustin Dobson. He is the designer behind Skulls of Sedlec, which is quickly becoming one of my favorite 18-card games from Button Shy. We talk about his inspiration for the game, and …
Avignon: A Clash of Popes
Another fantastic game from Button Shy Games, this episode I look at Avignon: A Clash of Popes by John du Bois. Like other games from Button shy, you can get it off the Button Site or the PNP Arcade site …
Skulls of Sedlec (2019)
Skulls of Sedlec , published by Button Shy Games, features 18 cards where you are stacking the skulls in the Sedlec Ossuary . This game is simply amazing and should be purchased from Button Shy's site or PNP Arcade . …
Interview with Author Ben Hoppe
In this episode, author Ben Hoppe joins me. He wrote the book, The Beginner's Board Game Bible . It helps you to understand where to start with gaming, and how some great games to try out. We talk about taking …
Interview with James Takenaka of Hit Point Sales
In this episode, James Takenaka of Hit Point Sales explains what a consolidator is, and what they can do for small and independent publishers. We also discuss the underappreciated game, Black Orchestra. The fad POGS even gets...
Interview with Molly Zeff of Flying Leap Games
In this episode, Molly talks about an amazing fellowship she works with, The Horizons Fellowship. We also discuss her company's games, all of which are party games, but with a twist. You can get a free copy of Wing It …
Restaurantrepreneur
Restaurantrepreneur is a print-and-play roll-and-write from Ellie Dix of The Dark Imp. This game can be downloaded off The Dark Imp website for less than $4, and it should become a staple in your game collection. You only nee...
Interview with Ron Rich of Air Loom Games
In this episode, Ron RIch of Air Loom Games talks about his game on Kickstarter, New York Pizza Delivery . I personally played this game's prototype. It is a fun mash-up of simple mechanics to create an original game high …
Interview with James Staley, Host of Board Game Binge Podcast
James and I talk about how board gaming has helped him bond with his family. How he plays with his father, his brother, his children, and with his 103-year-old grandmother who still beats him on the regular. James is also …
Mille Bornes
Mille Bornes is a classic that has no haters that I have met. Everyone that I have introduced it to has also enjoyed it. I believe this game would be a cornerstone to any game collection for work or home. …
Careers (1955)
Careers is a classic game from 1955. Yet, by today's standards, it is a very simple game mechanically. Where Careers stood out for me was in the "setting your own success formula" aspect. You decide what it takes to win …
Interview with Phil Orbanes
In this episode, I was joined by a legend of the industry, Phil Orbanes. He started in the industry while in college and sold his first company. Then, he worked for Parker Brothers for over 10 years as a Senior …
Interview with Brian Welch of MeepleShirts.com
In what will shock no one, I was targeted by Facebook ads for a company called www.MeepleShirts.com . So, obviously, I clicked on the ad and went to spend some money. I bought the Coffee & Board Games shirt. While …
Interview with Julie Ahern of Greenbrier Games
Julie Ahern, VP of Greenbrier Games , joined me in this episode. We talked about her nomadic lifestyle, the importance of a company's name, the beginnings of the convention scene opening up, and so much more. --- This episode...
Interview with Sarah Atherton of Get Your Game On
Sarah Atherton joined the show this episode all the way from London, England. She has a pop-up game shop, Get Your Game On , that she takes to markets. I love the idea! She has a real passion for games …