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Andy Bush celebrates board games and the experience of gaming, with friends Louise Molony and Brian Murphy. Each week expect passion, enthusiasm and multiple trips through gaming wormholes. This show is powered by Zatu, visit https://www.board-game.co.uk to find your next favourite game or a brilliant family gift. This show is produced by The Bugle, thanks to Chris Skinner and Ross Ramsey Golding. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    • Jan 5, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 52 EPISODES


    Latest episodes from Bush's Board Game Thing

    End of series Knees Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 29:56


    As we enter the new year, the team round off series 4 with an episode jam packed full of unpredictable fun!We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Terraforming Brian

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 33:04


    Is there life on Mars? Well this week we intend to find out! In the penultimate episode before the end of the series, Andy, Brian and Louise explore the gaming juggernaut that is Terraforming Mars.We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Kickstarter Special - Featuring James Hewitt!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 28:50


    Ever thought what it'd be like to create your own board game? Well look no further! Andy, Brian and Louise are joined by guest James Hewitt in this Kickstarter special.We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Viking Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 28:40


    Grab your coats and join the team as they embark on a Scandinavian adventure with a look at Viking games! We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Giggly-Puff: A Pokémon Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 26:49


    Join Andy, Brian & Louise as they go head to head in the world of Pokemon. Combat-based pocket monster fun! We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Board at Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 25:29


    Grab your winter coats and wooly hats! This week, Andy, Brian and Louise bring some festive fun with a look ahead towards Christmas.We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Amazing Ian Livingstone Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 35:16


    This week Andy, Brian and Louise pick their own paths with a look at 'Choose Your Own Adventure' games. Special feature from legendary Fighting Fantasy author Ian Livingstone. We bring the games to life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Sting in his Pants

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 31:54


    This week in board games, the gang venture into the world of science fiction. With focus on the game Dune, Andy, Brian and Louise battle it out! Join them for an adventure full of mystery and tactics. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Cool Hand Brian

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 27:10


    This week, Andy, Brian and Louise get nimble. Dexterity is the name of the game, but can the team really navigate their fingers and thumbs? Join us for logistical fun.We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Talisman Extravaganza

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 32:10


    This week the team embark on a mythical quest! Join Andy, Brian and Louise for fantasy-themed fun. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Louise's Bats

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 31:20


    With halloween fast approaching, the team get spooky! Join Andy, Brian and newbie Louise for frightening fun, as they take a look at ghost games. Buy the games we talk about at Zatu.We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Spy Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 35:28


    And we're back! Catch up with the team for the first episode of series 4. All new features, all new games and one brand new podcaster. Louise joins Brian and Andy for some spy-based board game fun, as we kick off whats sure to be another spectacular series!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Travelling Solo!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 23:23


    We're back! As we warm up for the start of series 4 next month, Andy gives a run on some top tier games you can play on the go. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    BYO Jellied Eels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 34:43


    Join the team for one last push in this season finale, as they take a look at outdoor games! Keep an eye out for an extra special pitch at the end of the pod, and make sure to come back for a whole heap of fun in season 4!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Racing Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 32:56


    Join Andy and the team as they look at racing games, and what it takes to be fastest on the board! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Kevin Hart the Vampire Labrador

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 40:48


    Andy, Brian and Eloise look at vampire games. Join them on a blood-thirsty adventure where counters are replaced with The Count. Includes a special feature from the game 'Thousand Year Old Vampire' We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Atlantis Death Cult

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 32:30


    Andy, Eloise and Brian take a look at water games. Can you sea who wins and who tanks it? Aqua-ire a taste for new games! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Underage Malibu Drinking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 40:08


    Andy, Eloise and Brian look at games focused on mental health, and how to keep a positive mindset during tough times. Special feature from YouTube board game personality Ricky Royal. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    On The Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 33:53


    Andy and the team take a look at portable games and how to have fun on the go. Essential summer prep!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Space Crumpet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 40:00


    This week, Andy, Eloise and Brian take a look at finance games, with a little inspiration from a certain someone in the team. Financial fun with the inclusion of all new features! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    World Builders

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 32:45


    Andy, Eloise and B-Man look at games that create stories and build worlds. Imaginative fun with a special feature from game designer Matthew Dawkins! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    A Horse Called Sia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 35:48


    Join Andy, Brian and Eloise as they venture into the world of detective games and the art of solving crime!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Mindfulness and Milk Shots

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 37:15


    This week, Andy and the team look at mindful games, with focus on the mechanics behind a blissful state of mind. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Pecky Boi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 36:24


    This week Andy, Eloise and Brian take a look at conflict games, with focus on 'Root' which encapsulates epic battles between species! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Daddy Kandy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 39:48


    Join Andy, Brian and new team member Eloise, as they explore gateway games that you can use to get friends and family into this fine hobby.We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Jessocalypse

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 40:38


    Andy and Brian say a final farewell to Jess as she sadly departs from the show. Supercharged fun as always in this series finale. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Say What You See

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 39:30


    This week, join Andy, Brian and Jess as they take a look into the world of Gameshows, with features including Catchphraseand The Chase!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Ladybird Express

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 35:41


    This week Andy and the team take a look at board game aesthetics! Art filled fun with a special feature from guest Ross Connell We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Watch Your Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 33:08


    This week Andy and the team take a look at one of Jess' favourite games, and the skills needed to overcome your fellow gamers! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Big Lou's Warehouse Fiasco

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 30:44


    Andy and the team look at cooperative games, and the skills needed to work together! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Bored Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 41:16


    Bored Games! Andy and the team look at the different ways people can keep themselves busy during lockdown!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Gangster Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 39:08


    This week, Andy and co. look at Mob Games and what it's like to be a gangster!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Speedy Games, with Matt Edmondson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 40:08


    This week, Andy and the team look at speedy games! Games you can pick up and play immediately, as well as being joined by radio and TV personality Matt Edmondson.We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Feed Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 38:36


    This week Andy and co explore the world of food games and the mechanics behind edible fun...We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Getting Jiggy With It

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 38:37


    This week Andy & co. look at the mechanics behind jigsaws, with a delightful feature from guest Emma JonesWe have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Feline Fun

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 31:48


    This week, Andy and the gang venture into the world of cat games, an episode jam packed with feline fun We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Bedtime Gladiators

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 36:54


    This week, Andy, Brian and Jess explore the mechanics behind creating board games! Plus, a special feature from board game designer guest James Hewitt. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Shane, Lorraine, Wayne, Elaine and Dwayne

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 37:12


    Andy and the team explore the world of storytelling games. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Super Sleuths

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 36:36


    This week Andy and the team explore Detective games, and the art of solving crime! We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Top 20!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 30:09


    Andy presents another solo show where he delivers the complete rundown of the Top 20 Zatu games of 2020 - essential lockdown listening - take notes!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Hand Solo

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 30:33


    This week it's just Andy, passing these strange times in Betwixtmas with some solo games. We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Burny Burny Spoon Bum

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 35:44


    This week Andy, Jess and Brian discuss party games! Pour some egg nog, pull up a chair and get playing...We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    World War 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 44:34


    This week Andy, Jess and Brian discuss war games.We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Brian's Headless Snowman

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 37:12


    This week Andy, Jess and Brian discuss card games.We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamethingWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Anyone know the way to the mines of Phandelver?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 38:48


    Andy, Brian and Jess travel into the world of adventure games!We have an Instagram place: https://www.instagram.com/boardgamething/Want to try a new board game? Visit Zatu at http://board-game.co.ukThis episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Spock in Jeans

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 37:10


    Andy, Jess and Brian celebrate Sci-Fi board games with a tour through their favourites.We have an Instagram place.Want to try a new board game? Visit Zatu.This episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Loneliness of Pandas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 35:16


    Andy, Jess and Brian celebrate lockdown with a tour through the best one player games. Features a made up game called Discombobulated Magic Monsters - contact us to help launch it!We have an Instagram placeWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu.This episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Phil Columbo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 36:46


    Oh the irony! this week it's travel games! Andy, Jess and Brian are back and need boardgames to get through the week. What's in their bedrooms? What's The Knack? And, what's a Porn Star Martini?We have an Instagram placeWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu.This episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Politics, Sausages and bin juice

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 39:28


    Andy, Brian and Jess discuss political board games. Also - bin juice and quotes about sausages.We have an Instagram placeWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu.This episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Ghost of the Atlantic

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 43:04


    Andy, Brian and Jess are back to discuss board games based around TV and movie games.We have an Instagram placeWant to try a new board game? Visit Zatu.This episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Carole Baskin Monopoly

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 39:22


    Andy, Brian and Jess are here to discuss board games, starting with classics. Is Jess a board game hipster? Why is Brian dressed like a smurf?Want to try a new board game? Visit Zatu.This episode was produced by Ross Ramsey Golding for The Bugle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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