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Kelly and Andy spent the weekend at Geekway to the West and decide to report it. Then Andy shares his new found love of Flip 7 with the group, in our Hot or Not Review. Next we talk about going to buying cons vs playing cons. Finally we end the show by looking at the 2025 Spiel des Jahres nominees.Now join us Around the Board!0:00 Intro07:15 Geekway to the West27:36 Playing Con vs Buying Con40:44 Flip 7 Reveiw56:00 Spiel des Jahres Reactions1:12:23 Final Say1:14:36 Birthdays

Welcome to Around the Board! In this episode, we delve into the world of "Span" games with four engaging segments. We kick things off with a review of the hottest game in town, Finspan. Next up is a Play Shelf Trade where we rank and compare the three "Span" games. Then, we dive into the debate on whether you should play games you're not a fan of, especially when it comes to contentious titles like the "Span" games. Wrapping up the show, we present a brand-new "Span" game concept straight from our imaginations. Don't miss out on all the fun and discussions - hit that play button and join us Around the Board now!0:00 Intro- FBC Game Con4:52 Finspan - Hot or Not21:41 Play Shelf Trade - Span36:27 Play Games Your Not a Fan of48:13 DIY - Span 58:01 Board Game Birthdays

Welcome to Around the Board! Join us today for four exciting segments. In the first segment, we dive into the world of co-op card games with reviews of Fellowship of the Ring, Sail, and The Grizzled. Next up, we take a closer look at the new hot game on the market, The Gang. Then, get ready for a fun and creative DIY random task that will test your board gaming skills. And finally, don't miss our new segment, Survey Says!, where we share insights and feedback from the board gaming community. Grab your favorite board game and join us for a thrilling episode of Around the Board!0:00 Intro Lords of Vegas 6:13 PST The Grizzled, Sail, Fellowship of the Ring16:27 The Gang34:55 FBC Game Con35:57 Random Task - DIY Games49.58 Survey Says1:09:32 Final Say

John and Daniel run down their top 50 games of all time.

John and Daniel run down their top 50 games of all time.

John and Daniel run down their top 50 games of all time.

John and Daniel finish their top 50 board games of all time!

Welcome to Around the Board! In this episode, we delve into a shinny new game, River Valley Glass Works, discussing whether it's a hot or not. Following that, we jump into a thrilling round of Play Shelf Trade featuring three popular set collection games; Sushi Go, Splendor, and Point Salad. We also debate the pros and cons of buying games online versus supporting your local friendly game store (FLGS). To wrap things up, we share some amusing one ratings in a segment we like to call Board Game Karen's. Join us as we navigate the world of tabletop gaming and share our insights. Now join us Around the Board!0:00 Intro - Trains!03:44 River Valley Glass Works18:40 Play Shelf Trade30:01 FBC Game Con31:00 Online vs FLGS42:20 Board Game Karen's55:05 Final Say56:56 Board Game Birth Days

Join Daniel and John as they team up with Joe and Ray from Christian Board Gamers Podcast for a special YouTube video! Together, they embark on a Play Shelf Trade adventure using board games like Ezra and Nehamia, The Flood, and Ierusalim. Stay tuned as they delve into a game of Believe It or Not! Then they discuss the art of teaching games. Finally, watch as they challenge themselves to retheme board games with a Christian twist. Don't miss out on this exciting and thought-provoking board game journey filled with fun and creativity! Now join us Around the Board.

Join Daniel and John as they team up with Joe and Ray from Christian Board Gamers Podcast for a special YouTube video! Together, they embark on a Play Shelf Trade adventure using board games like Ezra and Nehamia, The Flood, and Ierusalem . Stay tuned as they delve into a game of Believe It or Not! Then they discuss the art of teaching games. Finally, watch as they challenge themselves to retheme board games with a Christian twist. Don't miss out on this exciting and thought-provoking board game journey filled with fun and creativity! Now join us Around the Board.0:00 Intro / Christian Board Gamers Podcast7:16 Announcements9:45 Ezra & Nehemiah- Ierusalem - The Flood22:22 Believe it or not36:50 Raptor Rapture37:52 Comments w/ Hansa40:50 Teaching Games53:27 Retheming Board Games1:08:03 Final Say

John and Daniel run down their top 50 games of all time.

In this episode, we have a special guest, Shawn, the designer of the upcoming game, Last Week of Summer, and host of  @AlliesorEnemies  joining us. Shawn kicks off the show with an exciting insight into Last Week of Summer. Then, we delve into a nostalgic trip back to the 80's with a Play Shelf Trade segment featuring He-Man Clash for Eternia, Skate Summer, and Fireball Island. Join us as John challenges our knowledge in Board Game Believe It or Not, where we guess if these 80's games are real or made up. And finally, we conclude the episode with a jaw-dropping display of Andy Barnett's voice talents in Board Game Theater, where we try to guess the game based on his performance. Now join us Around the BoardFollow the Last Week of Summer on Kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alliesorenemies/last-week-of-summerJoin our Facebook Group (currently the group is called FBC Gamers):https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579

Join Chris, Daniel, Kelly and John as they discus which games they are looking forward to in 2025.0:00 Intro5:15 FBC Game Con7:13 2025 Anticipated Games8:05 Last Week of Summer10:55 World Order14:07 Point Galaxy16:35 Citizens of the Spark19:51 Pulitzer23:15 Coalitions26:02 Diatoms28:06 Vantage30:49 Night Soil33:44 Golden Age of Piracy: 171838:17 Ichor40:05 Wroth42:13 Daniel's honorable mentions44:46 John's honorable mentions47:55 Chris' honorable mentions52:03 Kelly's honorable mentions59:02 Predictions

Four Board Game Enthusiast recap their 2024. We talk about the Best Game that came out in 2024, the game that surprised us the most, the game we played the most, and the best new to us game. Join us Around the Board 0:00 Intro 8:46 FBC Game Con 10:31 Most Played Game 11:47 Marvel Champions 14:31 District Noir 15:58 River Valley Glass Works 18:44 Aquatica 21:32 Skull 24:13 Biggest Surprise of 2024 25:15 Faiyum 29:02 Tapestry 31:29 Faiyum Again 34:56 The Gang 42:29 Best New to Me 44:01 Hegemony 48:39 Gaia Project 52:05 Clans of Caledonia 57:20 Obsession 59:19 Best Game of 2024 01:01:13 Rock Hark 1977 01:03:16 Skyrise 01:07:04 Ezra and Nehemiah 01:10:21 Slay the Spire

In this episode, Around the Board, puts together another collective and contentious top 10 list. This time we give a list of 10 games we want for Christmas. Will we agree on the list? Or will it spiral out of control? I am sure you can assume, but there is only one way to find out! Join us Around the Board! #fantasyflightgames #R&RGames #Zygomatic #flatoutgames #awakenrealms #fantasiagames #kingdomdeath #cmongames #Capstonegames #Roxleygames #Adamapplesgames #KayentaGames #18Wood Game Boy Geek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baeCiR0ludc&t=668s Dice Tower: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Ghtr2QbMKBg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzhSQVORM3E Man vs Meeple https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Hq4erPKJ8OU&t=3883s Peaky Boardgamerhttps: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=X21lCXS5s5Y 0:00 Great Cookie Debate8:08 Times Up Family Edition11:02 Survive17:00 Nemesis20:00 Cascadia 21:30 Blood Bowl Team Manager25:43 Unconscious Mind28:52 Kingdom Death Monster31:50 Blood Rage33:30 ISS Vanguard35:31 Ethnos 2nd Edition39:44 Age of Innovation 41:20 Planet Unknown43:37 X-Men Dice Throne47:23 Obsession50:37 18Royal Gorge 53:40 Broom Service 55:42 Honorable Mentions

Join Andy, Chris, Daniel, and John as they celebrate reaching 1000 Subscribers on Around the Board! Today they reminisce on some of the best moments from their previous shows while reading comments from their loyal fans. They also provide updates on their thoughts about the games they have reviewed. Additionally, they have an exciting contest announcement that is sure to get their audience buzzing with anticipation. Don't miss out on all the fun and excitement - now join us Around the Board! 00:22 Intro 3:08 18Royal Gorge 6:09 Board Game Judas 8:55 Basement Dwellers 11:00 It's Sting! 12:59 Andy Gets Stood Up 14:56 Challengers Rant 19:17 Contest 24:27 Joe Coleman A-Track 27:21 Stockholm's Syndrome 30:00 Endeavor in Denver 30:56 Top 10 Lists 35:15 Fox Experiment /Andy is Bad at Math 42:30 Daniel is Good at Math 44:46 Star Wars Adjacent 46:21 The Segments that Never Happened 50:00 Jeff "Cardboard" Boxworthy 51:41 Game Length Anxiety - GLA 53:40 Chris Spits 55:30 Good Comments 01:01:55 Cowboys 01:06:25 We are Children 01:10:14 Sign Off 01:11:29 Hansa

Welcome to Around the Board. This episode is dedicated to celebrating one of the most beloved game designers in the hobby, Uwe Rosenberg. Today's show is packed with exciting segments! We kick things off with a lively Great Game Debate featuring Bohnanza, followed by a discussion on our gaming preferences: big box games versus small box games. Next up, we delve into a fan favorite segment, Play! Shelf! Trade!, showcasing three of Uwe's iconic games; La Havre, Patchwork, and A Feast for Odin. Last, we premier a  new segment, Rosenburg or Rose and Buds, where we decipher if a word is a flower, a Uwe game, or both! Now join us on Around the Board! 0:00 Intro 3:04 Collection Organization 8:16 Bohnanza 23:52 Big Box v Small Box 36:11 Mr. Bucket 36:41 Hansa 40:06 La Havre, Patchwork, Feast for Odin 51:41 Rosenberg or Rose or Bud 1:04:37 Final Say 1:06:19 Relegation

n today's episode , Tom Vasel from the Dice Tower takes center stage to champion the Dice Tower Awards. As the discussion unfolds, Andy spices things up with a thrilling round of Board Game Theater. John then steps in with a challenging round of Board Game Believe it or Not, testing Tom's knowledge and wit. The show wraps up on an exciting note with a lively game of Play Shelf Trade, featuring Dice Tower Essential Games, Aquatica, Onitoma, and Smartphone Inc. Now Join us Around the Board! 0:00 Tom Vasel 10:05 Defending the Dice Tower Awards 27:24 Board Game Theaters 38:12 Raptor Rapture 39:15 Believe It or Not 50:46 Onitoma, Aquatica, Smartphone 1:04:21 Final Say 1:05:46 Birthdays

Today, Andrew Lowen, designer of Deliverance, discusses the exciting new Deliverance Expansion, Council of the Fallen, currently on Kickstarter! The episode kicks off with a debate on whether theme or mechanics should come first in game design. Following this, we delve into Play! Shelf! Trade! exploring unique expansions for popular games like Lord of Waterdeep, Wingspan, and Unmatched. We also share our insights on playtesting and wrap up the episode by revealing our top three favorite themes in board games. Don't miss out on this insightful and engaging discussion on game design and expansion content—Join us Around the Board! Join our Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Find Deliverance on Kickstarter now: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lowenhigh/deliverance-council-of-the-fallen?ref=activity 0:00 Intro 1:33 Deliverance: Council of the Fallen 13:14 Theme First or Mechanics First 25:02 Play Shelf Trade 37:18 Deliverance: Council of the Fallen Commerical 38:44 Play Testing 50:35 Top 3 Themes 1:11:26 Final Say 1:16:12 Birthday

Welcome to today's episode of Around the Board! We are thrilled to announce a new addition to our show - Kelly! She will be sharing the latest Board Game News in Kelly's brand new segment. Get ready as we dive into the details of the trending game Heat: Pedal to the Metal and discuss its exciting features. We will also be addressing the mechanic that doesn't quite hit the mark for us. To top it all off, we're ending the show with a thrilling round of board game Jeopardy. Who will emerge victorious in today's episode? Join us Around the Board to find out and witness the excitement unfold! Join our Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow 0:00 Intro 4:31 Board Game News 22:17 Heat: Hot or Not 37:44 The Tri 38:35 Bad Mechanics 55:10 Board Game Jeopardy 1:06:33 Final Say

Today we attempt to agree on 10 games we think would win Taylor Swift over to the hobby, but we have to be careful! Each host has two veto's to use for very bad picks. If you don't want to take the word of four middle aged dudes, then at the end we present a list created by an actual Swifty! Join us for a special episode of Around the Board! 0:00 Intro 8:53 1846 11:10 Rock Hard 1977 13:30 A Message from the Stars 17:35 On Tour 18:54 Pandemic Legacy 21:59 Red 7 24:44 Obsession 28:42 Dance Card 33:25 1st and Roll 36:18 Bohnanza 40:10 Pursuit of Happyness 44:45 Unicorn Glitterluck 47:56 My Father's Work 51:01 Utter Nonsense 54:15 Heart Throb 56:34 Filthy Rich 1:00:00 18MS 1:02:08 Ice Cool 1:03:52 Swifty Top 10

Join us on Around the Board for an exciting episode as we dive into the world of crowdfunded games with the release of Skyrise in our Hot or Not segment. The Daniel challenges us to question our choices in backing games on crowdfunding platforms. John brings the fun with Board Game: Believe It or Not, keeping us entertained with his intriguing game segments. Lastly, Randy, the Producer, adds a twist with a random task, prompting us to share which crowdfunding game from our shelf is the ultimate favorite. Don't miss out on the latest gaming discussions and insights on our channel - hit the subscribe button now!

Join us for an exciting episode from Around the Board! Our hosts will collaborate to create the ultimate top 10 list of games that say "'Meriuca!". With each host having two vetoes, rest assured that only the top picks will make it to the final list. Stay tuned for some fun discussions, passionate arguments, and insightful game recommendations. Subscribe to our channel to not miss out on this epic showdown of gaming preferences!

In today's episode, we are recapping our exciting Gen Con experience. Join us as we delve into the thrilling world of comic books and board games with a hot or not review of "Comic Hunters." We will also be playing Shelf Trade featuring three fantastic comic book games: Unmatched, Invincible, and Sentinels of the Multiverse. Join us as we discuss the wonderful hobby of board games and immerse ourselves in this exciting world. Get ready for a fun and insightful discussion! Don't miss out – hit that subscribe button and join us Around the Board for a new adventure! Join our Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow  @OneBoardFamily  https://www.youtube.com/@OneBoardFamily Will it Game Podcast: https://oneboardfamily.com/will-it-game-episode-88/  @LoveThyNerd  : https://lovethynerd.com/  @zeroskatr12  : Unmatched YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@zeroskatr12 @SpinMasterGames   @RestorationGames   @DireWolfDigital   @ArcaneWonders  #Comichunters #Sentinelsofthemultiverse #invincible  @GenConVideo  #contest

Join us on episode 45 of Around the Board as we delve into the world of The Dice Tower Awards. In this episode, we will take a dive into the history of the prestigious awards, examining each year to determine the best and worst classes of nominations. Additionally, we will discus the 2023 Hall of Fame inductees and share our predictions for the 2023 DTA. Now join us Around the Board

Andy, Daniel, John and Chris gameafy their 2024 Gen Con picks. #GenCon2024#GenConPreview #gencon

Welcome to episode 42 of Around the Board. Today we begin with our favorite segment, Play Shelf Trade, where Andy introduces three dice placement games - Las Vegas, Rajas of the Ganges, and Roll Player - and challenges us to choose which one we will Play Shelf Trade. Next, John presents The Fox Experiment for a Hot or Not review. Following that, Chris prompts us to discuss our Shelf of Shame. Lastly, Daniel wraps up the show with an animal themed Board Game Karen. Who will come out on top? Whose side are you on? Tune in to find out and join us Around the Board!

Join us for an exciting video from Around the Board! Our hosts will collaborate to create the ultimate top 10 list of games they would want on a deserted island. With each host having two vetoes, rest assured that only the top picks will make it to the final list. Stay tuned for some fun discussions, passionate arguments, and insightful game recommendations. Subscribe to our channel to not miss out on this epic showdown of gaming preferences!

Welcome to our Star Wars special episode ! May The Fourth Be With You! Join us as John host, Play Shelf Trade presents exciting Star Wars board games like Star Wars: Outer Rim, Star Wars: Rebellion, and Star Wars the Deck Building Game. Then, watch Andy try out the innovative game, Board Game Theater. Daniel asks if new Collectible Card Game, Star Wars: Unlimited, is Hot or Not. Stay tuned for a special announcement from our guest, Rob Searing of Insert Here, and watch as he gets interrupted by a surprise Sci-Fi Random Task. Don't miss out on the fun and may the Force be with you!

Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Hansa, joining us for our cinematic-themed episode. Chris kicks off the show with a challenge to Play, Shelf, Trade featuring Godzilla Tokyo Clash, Jaws, and The Godfather: Corleone's Empire. Then, Hansa introduces a brand new game called Rent, Own, or Trade to Blockbuster, with Clue the movie, Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, and Battleship the Movie. Next, Daniel presents Dune Imperium for our Great Game Debate. Lastly, John brings a twist with Table Top Team Up, mashing together different games for an exciting challenge. Join us Around the Board!

Welcome to Around the Board! In this special April 1st episode, we dive into the world of mass market games. Andy kicks off the Great Game Debate with a classic, Monopoly. John presents three timeless favorites - Risk, Guess Who, and Stratego - and challenges us to decide which one will get Played, end up on the Shelf, and which ends on the Trade list. Chris introduces a Random Task - finding the Best Mass Market Game on our shelf. And lastly, Daniel wraps up the show with a hilarious Board Game Karen Mass Market Edition. Join us for a fun-filled episode celebrating mass market games! Now join us Around the Board!

Daniel and John go Across the Board and give a quick Play Shelf Trade rating to the games they played in January.

Welcome to Around the Board! In this exciting episode, we welcome speical guest, Joe Bragg. Designer of Meek Heroes and host of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast. Joe Bragg brings the under the radar game, Aquatica, to our Great Game Debate. Next up, Chris asks us our opinions on take that games! But that's not all! John will be concluding the show with another challenging round of "Board Game: Believe It or Not" Don't miss out—join us Around the Board for lively discussions, thrilling challenges, and expert insights into the world of board games! Mail us at Mail@Aroundtheboard.net Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

Welcome to Around the Board! In this exciting episode, Andy brings the Friedemann Friese classic board game, Power Grid, to our Great Game Debate. Next up, Chris has a unique challenge for all of you. He presents the Random Task and asks you to present a game with the most pollution—get ready to think outside the box! But that's not all! John will be leading the guys in the ultimate test of board game knowledge: Board Game Jeopardy! (err we mean Parody). Prepare to be challenged, entertained, and amazed as they compete for the title of ultimate board game guru. And lastly, Daniel stirs up some valuable discussions by raising an important question: "Should you play the basic mode?" Join us as we explore the pros and cons of different game modes. Don't miss out—join us Around the Board for lively discussions, thrilling challenges, and expert insights into the world of board games!

Welcome to Around the Board! In this exciting episode, we dive into the fascinating world of the future. Strap in as John takes us on a thrilling journey with Space Bees in the Future in a captivating game called Apiary. Prepare to be amazed! Next up, Chris raises a thought-provoking question: "Which games are we eagerly anticipating in 2024?" Join us as we discuss the hottest upcoming board games that will make waves in the gaming community. But the excitement doesn't stop there! Daniel is back with another thrilling episode of Board Game Karen, where he unveils an exhilarating game that will leave you on the edge of your seat. And as we wrap up, Andy gives us a sneak peek into the crystal ball, sharing his intriguing 2024 Board Game Predictions. Get ready to be blown away by his insights and get ahead of the game! Don't miss out on this gripping episode of Around the Board. Subscribe now and join us on this extraordinary adventure into the Future of board gaming! Mail us at Mail@Aroundtheboard.net Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow 0:00 Intro - Wyrmspan 00:08:52 Apiary - Hot or Not 00:25:50 2024 Anticipated Games 00:40:20 Chloroforming Stars 00:43:16 Board Game Karen 00:59:49 2024 Board Game Predictions 01:04:52 Final Say 01:08:15 Birthdays

In today's episode we welcome a special guest, Keith Ferguson designer of  @ElfCreekGames  Santa's Workshop. Keith will give one viewer a copy of Santa's Workshop. Andy brings us a Winter Themed Play Shelf Trade, as he askes us to chose between Snow Tails - Endless Winter - Frost Punk. Then, Chris askes us for our ideas of obscure board game themes we would like to see published. Finally, John brings us a, self proclaimed, award winning segment, Board Game Believe it or not? Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Contest deadline is January 28th 2024. Mail us at Mail@Aroundtheboard.net Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow 0:00 Intro Keith Ferguson Intro 05:06 Santa's Workshop Interview, Keith Ferguson 31:31 PST - Endless Winter - Show Tails - Frost Punk 41:44 Secret Herod 42:38 Contest 48:15 Obscure Game Themes 58:15 Believe it or not 1:12:40 Final Say 1:15:23 Board Game Regulation

Today we take a break from our regular format to explore the year 2023. We take a look at which game was the best from 2023, but we also look at our own experiences from the year. Which game surprised us the most? What game let us down? Which one did we play the most this year? What was our favorite new to us game. Find out all of this today, on Around the Board! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

In today's episode Sarah Shah from Board Games in a Minute joins us as our special guest host! First we put Sarah on the Hot Seat. Chris asks us how we learn games. Then, we Play Shelf Trade New York Zoo, Everdell, and Ark Nova. Finally, John brings another instalment of Board Game Believe It or Not. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Visit Sarah's YouTube Channel, Board Games in a Minute: https://www.youtube.com/@UCXoz_CgCcUtOEA3-iQ09ILw To help support Sarah's Stray Cat Colony: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8ZGK63hLga?fbclid=IwAR0s07-NMmWTLOvz6tFixiZflw7A_F0F92UjoOwKycafpwT1BMUsaZkOThk

In today's episode Topher Hernandez joins us as our special guest host! First we start off with our Great Game Debate, as Daniel puts Concordia on the Table. Then, Chris asks us to try and top each other's stories as we talk about our biggest Board Game Blunders. Then, John asks if a great game can be ruined by a bad play group. Finally, Daniel introduces a new segment called Board Game Karen. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

In today's episode our producer gives the guys a random task; "which game in your collection are you afraid to play". Then Daniel will ask PLAY SHELF TRADE Dead of Winter, Fury of Dracula, and Betrayal at the House on the Hill. Then, John will ask which game themes make you cringe. Finally Chris puts My Fathers Work on the Table. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

In today's episode Daniel will put Challengers! on the table for our Hot or Not debate. Then Chris will ask us to define, what is a party game. Next Andy asked Play Shelf Trade for Villagers, Res Arcana, Comic Hunters. Finally, John will bring round 4 of Board Game Believe It or Not? Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

In today's episode Chris will ask how we feel about the weight in a game. Then Andy brings the yet released game, Pampero to the table in our inaugural "First Look" segment. Then, John has another wild brain child as he asks us to mash up two games, in our first Table Top Team Up. Finally, Daniel brings us another round of Play Shelf Trade, but this time with Heavy games about powering grids. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Pre-Order Pamperon from their Kickstarter Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/apegames/pampero-a-clean-energy-game-for-1-4-players 0:00 Intro / Terraforming Mars 3:00 Weight in Games 16:34 Pampero - First Looks 35:10 Contest Winner 38:27 Tabletop Team-up 49:44 Play Shelf Trade - Barrage - Pipeline - Power Grid 1:05:55 Final Say 1:08:10 Birthdays

In today's episode John will ask the guys of Around the Board what they think of House Rules. Then Andy will place Keyflower on the table for another Great Game Debate. Next, Chris' X-ploding Kittens segment will be interrupted by another Random Task. This time our producer asks the contestants to present a game that is opposite to their game taste Finally, Daniel will introduce the new segment, Board Game Parody (its totally Jeopardy). Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

Andy, Chris, and John go around the board chatting about their experience at Gen Con 2023, while Daniel listens and sulks as he vicariously lives through their experiences.

Join Andy, Chris, Daniel and John Around the Board as they discus their top 5 games they want to check out at Origins. Make sure you watch the episode to find out how to enter our Allplay contest. #gaming #gamingcommunity #boardgames #tabletopgaming #games #gencon #gencon2023

We have a contest! Watch the video to find out how to enter. The deadline is August 20th! In today's episode we welcome guest Joy Wiggins with Allplay! Chris will ask us for Gen Con stories. Then Andy does a Allplay Play Shelf Trade featuring On Tour, Factory Funner, and QE. Next, Daniel puts COO of Allplay, Joe Wiggins, on the Hot Seat. Finally, John brings another round of Board Game Believe it or not! Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow

In today's episode John will put Earth on the table for our Hot or Not debate. Then Andy asked Play Shelf Trade for Blood Rage, Feast for Odin and Nidevllir. Next, Chris asks what we like and dislike about end game triggers? Finally, Daniel admits that he taught Heaven and Ale wrong and asks, if you play a game wrong have you actually played the game? Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow0:00 Intro Con Season4:58 Hot or Not Earth23:34 Play Shelf Trade : Blood Rage: Feast for Odin: Nidavellir37:13 Raptor Rapture38:52 End Game Triggers55:26 Does Playing a Game Wrong Count as Playing a Game?1:08:47 Final Thoughts1:11:50 Board Game Birthdays

In today's episode Daniel will ask the question, is there value in a Board Game Math Trade. Our Mysterious producer will ask Chris to present the best Trading in the Mediterranean game, in this segment of "Random Task". Then, Andy will put his faviotire game Heaven and Ale up for debate. Finally, John finishes his segment on best selling board games of all time according to Fun.com. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Check out New Kingdom: Gardeners on Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/newkingdomgaming/new-kingdom-gardeners Top 20 can be found at: https://www.fun.com/best-selling-board-games-all-time.html To check out The Quad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6eSkZhjjbY&t=162s

In today's episode Chris puts Catan on the table in honor of the late Klaus Teuber. Andy ask if we will Play Shelf Trade a trio of gateway games, Carcassone, Codename, and Splendor. Then, Daniel asks the questions, what makes you replace a game. Finally, John runs down number13 - 9 of the best selling board games of all time according to Fun.com. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Top 20 can be found at: https://www.fun.com/best-selling-board-games-all-time.html

n today's episode John puts Bad Company on the table. Andy ponders what about a board game makes us yell "Take my Money". Daniel brings his rendition of Board Game Believe It or Not. Finally, Chris runs down number15 - 14 of the best selling board games of all time according to Fun.com. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Top 20 can be found at: https://www.fun.com/best-selling-board-games-all-time.html0:00 Intro / April Fools Jokes 7:28 Bad Company - Hot or Not? 25:33 Shut up and take my money 37:17 Fireball Island music video 38:35 Board Game Believe It or Not 58:46 Top 20 Selling Board Games of All Time 15-14 1:15:23 Final Say 1:18:50 Birthdays 1:22:02 Play Shelf Trade Stinger

In today's episode Daniel puts Tzolk'in on the table. Chris asks if we will Play Shelf Trade Takenoko, Tobago, and Tiny Towns. Andy ask us to Top his story, as we discus times we destroyed a board game. Finally, John runs down number 20-16 of the best selling board games of all time according to Fun.com. Who will you be rooting for? Now join us Around the Board. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aroundtheboardshow Top 20 can be found at: https://www.fun.com/best-selling-board-games-all-time.html