Boards Alive Podcast

In our two hundred and fifty-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Bridge City Poker, Robo Rally, and Age of Steam in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Towerborne. Then we discuss the Spiele des Jahres nominations for 2025 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 37 – Suzanne Sheldon Suzanne Sheldon can be found on Twitter @425suzanne and on Salt and Sass Games Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song “Ghost Run” by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and fifty-third episode, it's our 11th Anniversary. We talk about Rebirth, Things in Rings, and My Favourite Things in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Spider-man 2. Then we look at the 2024 BGG Golden Geek Awards. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 36 – Alex Goldsmith   Alex Goldsmith can be found on Twitter @AlexG_Human, and on his podcast, The Dukes of Dice.   Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song “Ghost Run” by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and fifty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Thunder Road: Vendetta - Carnival of Chaos in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Planet Coaster 2 and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Then we review the hot video game with tons of board game vibes Blue Prince, including some spoiler chats about the mysteries in the game. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 35 – Eric Summerer   Eric Summerer can be found on Twitter @EricSummerer, on The Dice Tower, and on his website.   Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song “Ghost Run” by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and fifty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about Galactic Cruise, Atlantis: Exodus, and Paint the Roses in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Rogue Legacy 2. Then we discuss what games we reluctantly play in our game groups in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 34 – Chris Michaud Chris Michaud can be found on Twitter @tableflipsyou, on Mall Night Long, and on Flip the Table. Support us on Patreon Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song “Ghost Run” by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and fiftieth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring - Trick-Taking Game, Clank! Legacy 2: Acquisitions Incorporated - Darkest Magic, and Minos: Dawn of the Bronze Age in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Expelled! Then we discuss what sports games we want in our board games in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 33 – Jasper William Cartwright Jasper William Cartwright can be found on Twitter @JW_Cartwright, on Instagram @jasperwcartwright, on the podcast Three Black Halflings, and on his website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song “Ghost Run” by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-ninth episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about Floristry and Beyond the Horizon in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Overboard! and Walkabout Mini Golf VR. Then we discuss our Most Anticipated Games of 2025 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 32 - Sen-Foong Lim Sen-Foong Lim can be found on Twitter @SenFoongLim, on the Meeple Syrup Show, and the podcast Ludology. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo, Matt, and Scott. We talk about SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Life, Civolution, and Unmatched: The Witcher – Realms Fall in the BA Banter. Then we argue about the Best Games of 2024 in the very first BA Bracket Battle of Badassery. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Hollywood Rehash - Dune Vs Dune This episode is sponsored by Manscaped. Use our promo code CULTCLASSIC for 20% off and Free Shipping. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

Episode 31 - Katie Michels Katie Michels can be found on Twitter @thekatiemichels and on the actual play Dungeons & Dragons show, The Dungeon Run, on Twitch. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-seventh episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Ironwood and Unmatched: The Witcher - Steel and Silver in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about The Plucky Squire and Indiana Jones and The Great Circle. Then we discuss the Best Video Games of 2024 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 29 - Flip Florey Flip Florey can be found on Twitter @GameKnight & @FFBGSS, on Instagram @ffbgsupershow, and on the podcasts Flip Florey's Super Saturday Board Game Serial and Flip the Table. This episode is sponsored by Manscaped. Use our promo code CULTCLASSIC for 20% off and Free Shipping. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Benji. We talk about Daybreak, and Crossbows & Catapults in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about For the King 2 and Pokemon TCG Pocket. Then we discuss the new Nintendo Switch 2 and why Benji wants to spend all his money on his own copy in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 28 - Jordan Morris Jordan Morris can be found on Twitter @Jordan_Morris, on Instagram @jordandavidmorris, on the podcasts Jordan Jesse Go and Bubble, and on his website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-fifth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We went on a super fun trip to California for Christmas, so we regale with all the tales from our family adventure. We talk about Flip 7, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings: Trick-Taking Game, DaDaDa, Hamster Roll, and . This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 27 - Joey Clift Joey Clift can be found on Twitter @joeytainment, on Instagram @joeycliiiiiift and on his website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Mezo, Battle Line, Kanban EV, and Project L in the BA Banter. Then we discuss the games we wish that we had tried in 2024 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 26 - Tony Cliff Tony Cliff can be found on Twitter @TangoCharlie, and on his website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-third episode, it's our 10th annual BA Holiday Special. Chris Michaud joins me as we talk about Werewords Deluxe and On The Edge in the BA Banter. Chris also talks about his Go-To Party Games. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Trine 5 and Inscryption, but then we dive into spoiler territory as we talk about the twists and turns that occur in Inscryption. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 25 - Kirk Hamilton Kirk Hamilton can be found on Twitter @KirkHamilton, on Instagram @Kirk_Hamilton, on his website kirkhamilton.com, on the Triple Click podcast, and on the Strong Songs podcast. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

SIDEQUEST! - Star Wars Holiday Special (1978) Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Scott. We talk about Black Forest, Stephens, Sky Team, and Pulsar 2849 in the BA Banter. Then we discuss the best and worst games of 2014 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 24 - Isaac Vega Isaac Vega can be found on Twitter @IsaacOnEarth, on Instagram @isaaconearth, on the Kickstarter for Keystone: North America, and at Rose Gauntlet Entertainment. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and forty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about our experience at Extra Life this year, including our plays of Forest Shuffle, Stephens, 5 Towers, Woodcraft, Flip 7, Ghost Blitz, and Big Top. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 23 - Chris Michaud Chris Michaud can be found on Twitter @tableflipsyou and on Flip the Table. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and fortieth episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Clank: Catacombs, Warhammer 40K, and Arcs in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Inscryption. Then we discuss the state of Asmodee, their massive debt, and how that may change the landscape of board games in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 22 - Suzanne Sheldon Suzanne Sheldon can be found on Twitter @425suzanne and on The Dice Tower Podcast Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-ninth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Shipyard 2nd Edition, Golf, Arcs, and Artisans of Splendent Vale in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, My Time At Sandrock, Balatro, and Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 21 - Andrew Phung Andrew Phung can be found on Twitter @AndrewPhung, on Instagram @AndrewPhung, and on Kim's Convenience. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Benji. We talk about The Mandalorian: Adventures and Monkey Palace: A Lego Board Game in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Flowstone Saga and Bloons TD 6. Then we discuss tips on how to raise a gamer and how well Aaron did raising Benji in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 20 - Bruce Voge Bruce Voge can be found on Twitter @brucecothinks or on his shows The Party Game Cast, Board Game the Game Show, On Board Games, and The Spiel. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-seventh episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Unmatched: For King and Country and Finca in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Yakuza: Like a Dragon. Then we discuss the games we're excited to see coming out at The Spiel at Essen in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 19 - Jeff Cannata Jeff Cannata can be found on Twitter @JeffCannata or on his shows SlashFilmCast, DLC, We Have Concerns, and The Dungeon Run. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Scott. We talk about Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy Outcasts and Seekers Expansions, Trio, Boxtop Pinball: Haunted House, and Sail in the BA Banter. Then we have a spoiler-filled chat about our campaign of Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 18 - Helen Zaltzman Helen Zaltzman can be found on Twitter @HelenZaltzman or on her podcasts The Allusionist, Answer Me This, and Veronica Mars Investigates. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find us on Facebook @CultClassicCallback Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc Holiday theme song "Deck the Halls B" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3631-deck-the-halls-b  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

In our two hundred and thirty-fifth episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about Invincible: The Hero-Building Game, Woodcraft, Thunder Road: Vendetta Maximum Chrome, and Pampero in the BA Banter. Then we discuss the start of a new school year and where we are at with this hobby and our buying choices in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 17 - Sean Ramirez Sean Ramirez can be found on Twitter @DukesofDice or on the Dukes of Dice website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Delta, Hansa Teutonica, Unmatched: Brains and Brawn, and Undaunted: Stalingrad in the BA Banter. Then we discuss the Spiel des Jahres Winners and our all time favourite SdJ and Kenner SdJ winners in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 16 - Rob Daviau Rob Daviau can be found on Twitter @RobDaviau, at Restoration Games, or on his website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-third episode, Aaron is joined by Benji as we talk about our recent summer road trip. We talk about our trip and all the fun things we did, but also a bunch of games we played, like Port Royal: The Dice Game, Thunder Road Vendetta, Forest Shuffle, Dungeon Kart, Rock Hard 1977, and Planta Nubo in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment Benji talks about his experience with Forager. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 15 - Ruel Gaviola Ruel Gaviola can be found on Twitter @RuelGaviola, on his website and his Twitch channel. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Don't Skip Leg Day and Side Quest: 7th Sea in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Dave the Diver and Chants of Sennaar. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 14 - Liz Anderson Liz Anderson can be found on Twitter @lizanderson___, and on her podcasts Paired and Campaign Podcast. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Sankoré: The Pride of Mansa Musa and Courtisans in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Animal Well and Brendan's experience with Slay the Spire. Then we discuss the Spiel des Jahres Nominations in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

Episode 13 - James Arthur M James Arthur M can be found on Twitter @JamesArthur_M, on his website mjamesarthur.com and on his podcast Minority Korner. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc

In our two hundred and thirtieth episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Freelancers: A Crossroads Game and Unmatched: Slings and Arrows in the BA Banter. Then we get into Aaron's Top 40 Games of All Time, going from 10 to 1 and Quinten's Top 10 Games of All Time. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon