Catch2222 Gaming Podcast

It's a little late, but better late than never as they say. Speaking of late, we talk about Jeff Bezos planning to go to space, but in the time since recording, he's been, oh and so has William Shatner. Today we talk about LIFE: In space and on other planets, GAMES: Terraforming Mars and BEYOND: Terraforming - It's a long one so buckle in. LIFE - 0:45 Movie: The Martian Adam's up for trying to live on another planet.  Distance to Mars. - Rob thinks about three years to Mars, but it looks like he was a little high. Kyle throws us off topic talking about Venus Stuff You Should Know - A great podcast! Movie that Kyle talks about from grade school: All Summer In A Day Rob brings us back to Mars Book: War of the Worlds Movie: Space Jam Movie: Total Recall Kyle might, possibly, maybe live on Mars if all other options are exhausted. Rob is fascinated with living on another planet. GAMES - 9:46 Terraforming Mars Kyle gets a negative interaction with a publisher off his chest. Splotter Games Adam's Rating: 22 Rob's Rating: 222 Kyle's Rating: 22 BEYOND -  29:51 (You may hear some panting in the background. It's just Princess Leia the Boxer.) International Space Station Rob becomes the most outraged he's ever been on the podcast when Kyle and Adam say we're behind in space exploration. - 32:44 December 2020 - 1/2 of the Mass on Earth is Human Made Movie: The Day The Earth Stood Still — Spoiler Alert TV Show: The Expanse Movie:  ? - Adam refused to divulge what movie he was talking about. What's the secret? We don't know. BTW - All the movies mentioned in today's podcast have newer versions than we linked, but you know, feeling nostalgic. The Expanse Board Game All music this episode by Adam Lavazza or Lavazza and Layne. We have some Amazon links in these notes, but as of publication we are not an affiliate. Just trying to be convenient. Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

All music this week by: Adam Lavazza and Lavazza & Layne This week we talk about water parks, Barrage, and societal water management. Rob studied water engineering stuff at West Point. Phoenix Area Water Parks: Hurricane Harbor, Big Surf, Sunsplash Arizona "Natural" Water Parks: Fossil Creek, Wet Beaver Creek, West Clear Creek, Sycamore Canyon, Aravaipa, Slide Rock Barrage Board Game Geek: Barrage YouTube Barrage Overview by the Dice Tower Barrage Ratings: Rob - 222, Kyle - 22, Adam - DNP Central Arizona Project Book: Cadillac Desert Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

Today we talk about the first two games in the Iron Rails Series by Capstone Games and begin a discussion on Capitalism. Irish Gauge Ride The Rails 18xx Games Ticket to Ride Iberian Gauge (Please note we have received and played Iberian Gauge and are looking forward to reviewing it as well.) Ratings Rob - Irish Gauge - 2222 - Ride the Rails - 2222 Adam - Irish Gauge - 222 - Ride the Rails - 222 Kyle - Irish Gauge - 222 - Ride the Rails - 222 Combined - 2222 Capitalism Socialism California Gold Rush Current World Population as of the publishing of this podcast - 7.753 Billion and rising Adam Smith Magna Carta  Many of the links in today's notes are to Wikipedia articles. While Wikipedia is a great place to start, we remind you that it is not a completely accurate source for information. Do your research! Music today by: Adam Lavazza, Lavazza and Layne, and the song Shrutie Pie is by Zachariah Hickman Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob  

In today's episode Adam asks Rob and Kyle if they prefer bad news or good news first; we review Euphoria: Build a Better Dystopia, and then we discuss the dystopian future, sort of. Book: When Euphoria: Build a Better Dystopia We mention "AP." In board gaming terms, and perhaps in other areas of our lives, it means "analysis paralysis." It's when one has too many decisions to process, and so things slow way down as the person attempts to parse out the absolute best decision to make. We all suffer from it at times, but poor Adam gets it a lot, because he's an Enneagram 7. (We'll talk about the Enneagram at some point.) Scythe Watch It Played Our Euphoria ratings: Adam - 22 - He hasn't played it yet, and there is no way he would give it a 22. He'll change his mind. Rob - 222 Kyle - 222 Brave New World 1984 Animal Farm The Handmaid's Tale Fahrenheit 451 Catch 22 The Hunger Games Divergent V for Vendetta The Circle (Lord only knows what the algorithms must think of us for looking up all the links to these dystopian novels.) Music in today's episode from: Adam Lavazza, Lavazza & Layne, and ELPHNT Hosts - Adam, Kyle, Rob

Today the hosts look at the two player card game Lost Cities, even though it's not Two-Player Tuesday. They also talk about the Cursed City controversy at Games Workshop, (it was relevant when this was recorded, but a bit old news) and also talk about the Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras.  Cursed City Controversy The Honest Wargamer Warhammer Weekly - Vince Venturella  Lost Cities Rob and Adam also mention the games - Spades, Phase10, and Uno, but as Kyle does the show notes and hates all of those games, you'll have to find your own information. Lost Cities Ratings - Rob 222, Adam 222, Kyle 22 Pythagoras Fibonacci Sequence The Theory of Everything - Movie Euclid's Elements C.S. Lewis Music this episode: Adam Lavazza, Lavazza & Layne, and "Sonora" by Quincas Moreira As always remember Wikipedia is a good place to start, but it's not an academic source. Do your research! Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

In today's episode Adam asks us what we like, we look at the game Tokaido, and Rob takes us into Philosophy 101 again looking at Tao (or Dao). Music in this Episode: So Far Away - Adam Lavazza Lazy Walk - Cheel How Long - Lavazza and Layne Tokaido Tokaido on Board Game Geek Tao The Big Lebowski Winnie the Pooh Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

Superstition Wilderness   Circlestone   Parks!   Teddy Roosevelt   National Park Service   Wild Arizona   National Lampoon's Vacation   Music: So Far Away - Adam Lavazza Expectantly - Adam Lavazza & Kyle Layne Hopeful Freedom - Asher Fulero    Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

SHOW NOTES: Opening & Closing Music - "So Far Away" by Adam Lavazza, used with permission. Game Overview Music - "Despair and Triumph" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. Source & Artist Beyond Section Music - "Expectantly" by Adam Lavazza & Kyle Layne, used with permission. Fahrenheit 451 - Ray Bradbury Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz Kwity Paye - Indianapolis Colts 2021 1st Round Draft Pick Zaven Collins - Arizona Cardinals 2021 1st Round Draft Pick We're not sure what basketball board game Adam was talking about, or what games Rob was talking about playing with his dad, but if we figure it out we'll drop it in a future show's notes. Petrichor Adam's Rating: 22 Rob's Rating: 222 Kyle's Rating: 22 Philosophy 101 - Thales of Miletus  The body is actually roughly 60% water. 71% of Earth's surface is covered by water. @catch2222gaming - Twitter and Instagram www.catch2222.com Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

Turns out that Kyle also likes miniatures games, and he's thinking about trying out the old standby Warhammer. (Now, it's Warhammer: Age of Sigmar.) Join him as he begins his journey. Music: When Gods Pontificate by Dan Bodan  Hosts: Kyle

Just a quick update on what is happening with the podcast.

Today we close out 2020, and that's probably a good thing. Kyle's angry old may blogpost Don't buy the 25th Anniversary Edition, but here it is - Catan 25th Anniversary Side Note: Catan 25th Anniversary Edition is on clearance at our Friendly Local Game Store, probably because it's not a great iteration of the game We talk about Kylecon V - There's really no place to link to though Kylecon V Game List Unmatched: Cobble & Fog The Mind Rising Sun Tammany Hall Wingspan Thunder Alley The Mythic Merchant Axis & Allies (Yes, Kyle probably had too much coffee on recording day.) Kyle Watches Movies Blue Yeti Microphone Game Give Away - catch2222games[at]gmail.com - Subject Line: Thank You Give Away - Enter by January 15th, 2021 Sonora New Things - Links Coming in the Future Monday Musings Replacement Kyle's Side Hustle Project - Coming Soon Rob's Ridiculous Reviews - Coming Soon - Episode 1 Ballpoint Pens Rob's Veteran Volunteer Network - Coming Soon Rob's Personal Blog - Coming Soon The Grateful Connection Notebook Adam's Music available at his website Support Mechanism Twitter Instagram Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob        

In this episode we look at the "family" game Horrified, and then we discuss Dead of Winter and traitors in games. Should we keep cheering for Rob? Tweet us @catch222gaming Roll Player Sagrada Which do you prefer, Sagrada or Roll Player?  Tweet us @catch222gaming Wingspan Oceania Expansion Follow Elizabeth Hargrave: @elizhargrave 5:35 - Rob rates Wingspan giving us our first 6666 rated game thus further complicating the most ridiculously complicated rating system in all of board gaming. Heroquest Are you going to order Heroquest? Tweet us @catch222gaming Fort Horrified Pandemic Who are the Universal Monsters? We're trying to always do better with our language.  What are the most appropriate ways to talk about persons with disabilities? Let us know: @catch222gaming Ratings for Horrified: Rob - 22 Adam - 22 Kyle - 22 24:00 - Kyle gives a subpar overview of Dead for Winter.  Trust us when we say Dead of Winter is so much deeper than Kyle let on. Dead of Winter Shaun of the Dead We would recommend you not have a traitor in Dead of Winter your first go round.  We didn't have a traitor the first time we played without Adam, but we weren't as kind to him. The Walking Dead 32:26 - The hosts start "Going Deeper" (We did have some internet connectivity issues on our Zoom call.  Sorry for the choppiness.  Thanks to Adam for an awesome job editing.) What do you think about traitor mechanics in games?  Let us know: @catch2222gaming Schindler's List Atlas Shrugged - Book If you don't know Rob is a graduate of the United States Military Academy West Point and served in Iraq.  Send Rob a thank you note for Veterans' Day coming up: @catch2222gaming Martin Luther John Calvin Huldrych Zwingli (Note: We don't necessarily endorse all of the above theologians' positions. In fact, we would disagree with several of their positions.) Vatican II Benedict Arnold (We mentioned him earlier too.) Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Coyote America - Book (We do not take the position that coyotes are traitors.  Sorry coyotes, we really do love you, except when you eat cute little family pets.) Connect to us on social media Twitter - @catch2222gaming Instagram - @catch2222gaming www.catch2222.com Hosts - Adam, Kyle, Rob

In today's episode we continue #septrainber by diving into Ticket to Ride: London.  It's not just London though, it's 70's London Baby! Liberation by Button Shy Games Travis D. Hill - Our Innermost Thoughts Gloomhaven Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion Frosthaven Ticket to Ride: London Ticket to Ride Littlewars TV #septransportationber Ticket to Ride: New York You should totally Google a map of London, unless you live in London, in which case, we're sorry that we're ignorant of your city. We shouldn't be, because we really, really want to go there, and Kyle was going to this summer, but COVID.  Stupid COVID. Ticket to Ride: Amsterdam The actual theme of Ticket to Ride: London is 1970's London.  Adam said 1960's, because he's young and the 60's and 70's all blur into one for him.  Wait, Kyle's that young too.  Yeah, we're both confused. John Company - Is one of the most amazing games we've played in a long time.  It is not a game for new people in the hobby, but when you've gotten your toes wet...oh, boy, is it an amazing experience.  Cole Wehrle is an incredible designer.  Check out his games at Leder Games and on his own imprint Wehrlegig Games. Ticket to Ride: London Scoring: Adam - 222, Kyle - 222 Make sure to check out the Kyle Watches Movies Podcast. Questions for you: What is your favorite mode of transportation?  (Adam's answer is simply incorrect.) If you had a ticket to ride anywhere, where would you go? (The answer is London.) Connect with us: Twitter: @catch2222gaming Instagram: @catch2222gaming YouTube: Catch2222 Gaming www.catch2222.com Thanks for listening, and extra points if you read the show notes. Hosts: Adam, Kyle      

Today we bring listeners up to date on what's happening with Catch2222.  Don't worry, we're not going anywhere. Hosts: Kyle

A Two-Player Tuesday on a Wednesday?  Episode 13 releasing after Episode 14?  Has the madness of 2020 infected Catch2222? What's next a normal game rating system? (No chance of that.) Things just got a bit wonky here at Catch2222.  Episode 13 was supposed to be out weeks ago, but there were issues.  Rather than scrap the episode we thought "better late than never." So, it’s Two-Player Tuesday and it’s been hot in Phoenix. As summer winds down, we complain about the heat while discussing Caverna Cave Vs. Cave. We get briefly sidetracked several times down rabbit holes, but eventually go deeper asking the question: What is a home? Caverna Cave Vs. Cave Root Getaway Driver Agricola The Dice Tower Hosts: Adam & Kyle  

This month we're looking at some "train" games, with a real emphasis on introducing new gamers to Ticket to Ride.  We also go deeper and discuss Freedom: The Underground Railroad and wrestle with inequality. Roll Player Ticket to Ride Little Wars TV  and Little Wars TV on YouTube New Rating Categories:           Production           Game Play           Theming           Accessibility Ticket to Ride Europe Ticket to Ride New York Ticket to Ride London According to starwars.Fandom.Com a Parsec - It is defined as 360×60×60/2π astronomical units (AU), which is equivalent to about 19.17 trillion miles, or about 3.262 light-years. The Star Wars parsec appears to be equivalent to the real-world measurement: The Essential Atlas says a parsec is 3.26 light-years. Ticket to Ride: First Journey Catch2222 on YouTube Ticket to Ride Scoring:           Adam - 222           Rob - 222           Kyle - 222 Freedom: The Underground Railroad Pandemic Train - Warning! Train and other games by Brenda Romero deal with heavy and mature themes. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @catch2222gaming Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

Today the hosts take a look at the amazing, and award winning, game Wingspan.  Then the go deeper and talk a bit about ecology, but without Rob's expertise in the area they flounder just a bit. Wingspan - Stonemaier Games Wingspan On Board Game Geek Hosts: Adam, Kyle

In today's episode the hosts talk about the 2005 title "Twilight Struggle." This epic game of the cold war is challenging to learn, but an absolute delight to play.  Hosts: Adam, Kyle

In today's episode the hosts discuss the storytelling game: Tales of the Arabian Nights.  They also go deeper and talk about the concept of Myth.   Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

Here's the trailer for our new show: Kyle Watches Movies.  Coming soon.

Today the hosts talk about Getaway Driver and introduce the new segment: Going Deeper.  That's right we're finally jumping in to talking abut philosophy.  Today we talk about the thrill of the chase.   Hosts: Adam, Kyle

In this episode the hosts discuss the cooperative game Pandemic.  Pandemic @ Z-Man Games Rob's new mic allows him to sound amazingly like he really sounds. Ratings for Pandemic: Adam: 222, Rob: 222, Kyle: 222 Going Deeper Topic: Cooperation Rob goes really deep: When does cooperation become a catalyst for those in power to get people to do their bidding. Mentioned - Heavy Cardboard: Heavy Cardboard on YouTube Pandemic Legacy Season 1: Pandemic Legacy Season 1 Pandemic Rome: Pandemic: Fall of Rome Upgraded components for Pandemic: MeepleSource.com The Cooperation Song Kyle mentioned, that Adam and Rob have apparently never heard: Big Bird on YouTube Novel: Lord of the Flies Real life Lord of the Flies: Guardian Article Dead of Winter: Dead of Winter @ Plaid Hat Games Check us out on Twitter: @catch2222gaming Highlighted Twitter Follower: @boardgameghost Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob Check out Adam's music at his website:  Adam's Music    

Today the hosts bring out an episode from the original archives, because this pandemic is really cramping their gaming. They discuss the two player card game Star Realms from White Wizard Games.  As a bonus they also talk about the reimplementation in the game Hero Realms.  Check out White Wizard Games Makes sure you follow us on Twitter: @catch2222gaming Hosts: Adam, Kyle

In today's episode the hosts talk about some games they've played recently in the midst of the pandemic.  Then they dive deep on the concept of winning and losing. We hope you're all staying safe during this time, and we hope you all are finding ways to get some gaming in. Hosts: Adam, Kyle, Rob

In today's Big Show the hosts tackle the concept of nostalgia.  They play a very old game, and then reflect on nostalgia and its impact in their lives. This show was the first we ever recorded, and we originally said we'd only release it if someone gave us $1 Million.  Sadly, no one did, but with things the way they are, we figured weird old content was better than no content. Stay safe everyone. Hosts: Adam, Jessica, Kyle, Rob, Zach

In today's episode the hosts talk about the two-player game "Patchwork," and its sequel "Patchwork Express."  They also talk about Daddy & Donuts Day and Adam insists he has never played Caverna, but he's wrong. Hosts: Adam & Kyle

In today's episode the hosts talk about their four favorite games right now.  Why four?  You'll have to listen to find out.  (Spoiler: It's not that interesting.) Hosts: Adam & Kyle

In today's Monday Musings Kyle muses about wether or not board games should be collected or played or both.  He also looks at "B-17 Queen of the Skies," a solo game about the European bombing campaign of World War 2. Hosts: Kyle

In today's episode the hosts reflect on their experience with 7 Wonders Duel. Hosts: Adam & Kyle

This is our first Monday Musings with Kyle.  In these episodes Kyle will share random thoughts about board games. Today Kyle wonders if he has too many board games, and then thinks aloud about solo games.

In today's episode the hosts share about their history as board gamers.  They walk through three time periods of their lives to see how they've reached the place they are today. Hosts: Adam & Kyle

In today's episode Kyle introduces you to the podcast.  He gives an brief overview of what the podcast is all about, and gives a brief intro to some of the hosts. Hosts: Kyle You can learn more about Freedom: The Underground Railroad at the Academy Games website - Academy Games