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Boards Alive is a podcast where we talk about tabletop games. Our goal is to show that tabletop gaming can be just as exciting and engaging as Hollywood movies or big budget video games. We try to highlight games that have a rich theme that connects with the mechanics of the game. We want to help pe…

Boards Alive Podcast


    • May 25, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 377 EPISODES

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    Episode 254 with Brendo – Bridge City Poker, Robo Rally, Age of Steam, and Towerborne

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 67:48


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - The Last Starfighter with Suzanne Sheldon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 64:02


    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

    Episode 253 11th Anniversary – Rebirth, Things in Rings, My Favourite Things, and Spider-man 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 75:12


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Slap Shot with Alex Goldsmith

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 74:35


    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

    Episode 252 with Linsae – Thunder Road: Vendetta - Carnival of Chaos, Planet Coaster 2, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Blue Prince

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 87:00


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - SpaceCamp with Eric Summerer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 70:41


    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

    Episode 251 with Matt – Galactic Cruise, Atlantis: Exodus, Paint the Roses, and Rogue Legacy 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 92:41


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - UHF with Chris Michaud

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 70:02


    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

    Episode 250 with Brendo – Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring - Trick-Taking Game, Clank! Legacy 2: Acquisitions Incorporated - Darkest Magic, Minos: Dawn of the Bronze Age, and Expelled!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 70:30


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - The Iron Giant with Jasper William Cartwright

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 63:18


    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

    Episode 249 with Matt – Floristry, Beyond the Horizon, Overboard!, and Walkabout Mini Golf VR

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 91:34


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - The Goonies with Sen-Foong Lim

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 61:22


    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

    Episode 248 – SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Life, Civolution, Unmatched: The Witcher – Realms Fall, and The Best Games of 2024 Bracket Battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 94:38


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Hollywood Rehash - Dune Vs Dune

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 29:38


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Waiting for Guffman with Katie Michels

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 50:35


    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

    Episode 247 with Quinten – Ironwood, Unmatched: The Witcher - Steel and Silver, The Plucky Squire, Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, and The Best Video Games of 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 83:43


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Star Wars Ewok Adventures with Flip Florey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 60:51


    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

    Episode 246 with Benji – Daybreak, Crossbows & Catapults, For the King 2, and Pokemon TCG Pocket

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 56:54


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3 with Jordan Morris

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 54:02


    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

    Episode 245 with Linsae – A California Christmas, DaDaDa, DroPolter, Kronologic: Paris 1920, Moving Wild, Mezen, Creature Caravan, and Panda Royale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 113:28


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow with Joey Clift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 59:08


    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

    Episode 244 with Brendo – Mezo, Battle Line, Kanban EV, and Project L

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 68:24


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Cutthroat Island with Tony Cliff

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 72:46


    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

    Episode 243 BA Holiday Special with Chris Michaud – Werewords Deluxe, On The Edge, Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy, and Inscryption

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 112:44


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - The Running Man with Kirk Hamilton

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 55:32


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - SIDEQUEST! - Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 28:20


    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

    Episode 242 with Scott – Black Forest, Stephens, Sky Team, and Pulsar 2849

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 86:16


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon with Isaac Vega

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 53:24


    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

    Episode 241 with Matt – Extra Life, Forest Shuffle, Stephens, 5 Towers, Woodcraft, Flip 7, Ghost Blitz, and Big Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 83:28


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Square One TV with Chris Michaud

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 57:56


    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

    Episode 240 with Quinten – Clank: Catacombs, Warhammer 40K, Arcs, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Inscryption

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 96:47


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Spirited Away with Suzanne Sheldon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 46:49


    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

    Episode 239 with Linsae – Shipyard 2nd Edition, Golf, Arcs, Artisans of Splendent Vale, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, My Time At Sandrock, Balatro and Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 87:59


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Star Trek The Next Generation with Andrew Phung

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 51:42


    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

    Episode 238 with Benji – The Mandalorian: Adventures, Monkey Palace: A Lego Board Game, Flowstone Saga, and Bloons TD 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 66:33


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Batman 1966 with Bruce Voge

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 72:47


    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

    Episode 237 with Brendo – Unmatched: For King and Country, Finca, and Yakuza: Like a Dragon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 60:57


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Clue with Jeff Cannata

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 42:58


    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

    Episode 236 with Scott – Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy Outcasts and Seekers Expansions, Trio, Boxtop Pinball: Haunted House, and Sail

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 83:38


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation with Helen Zaltzman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 56:01


    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/ 

    Episode 235 with Matt – Invincible: The Hero-Building Game, Woodcraft, Thunder Road: Vendetta Maximum Chrome, and Pampero

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 99:35


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Dune with Sean Ramirez

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 69:11


    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

    Episode 234 with Brendo – Delta, Hansa Teutonica, Unmatched: Brains and Brawn, and Undaunted: Stalingrad

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 64:31


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial with Rob Daviau

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 62:15


    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

    Episode 233 w/ Benji – Port Royal: The Dice Game, Thunder Road Vendetta, Forest Shuffle, Dungeon Kart, Forager, Rock Hard 1977, and Planta Nubo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 63:01


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Cinema Paradiso with Ruel Gaviola

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 52:08


    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

    Episode 232 w/ Linsae – Don't Skip Leg Day, Side Quest: 7th Sea, Dave the Diver, and Chants of Sennaar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 45:08


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - James and the Giant Peach with Liz Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 58:43


    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

    Episode 231 with Brendo – Sankoré: The Pride of Mansa Musa, Courtisans, Animal Well, and Slay the Spire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 72:04


    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

    Cult Classic Callback - Buffy the Vampire Slayer with James Arthur M

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 80:06


    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

    Episode 230 with Quinten – Aaron's Top 40 Games of All Time 10-1, Freelancers: A Crossroads Game, and Unmatched: Slings and Arrows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2024 117:35


    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

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