IP2 Podcast

Carlo Ople joins the IP2 Podcast to discuss his firsthand look on the rapidly-growing scene in the Philippines, offering tips for community builders all over the world, giving his honest take about FAB's trajectory for the future, and shares some of the very exciting behind-the-scenes preparations for the upcoming BH: Manila! Follow Carlo and his channel here: https://twitter.com/carloople https://www.youtube.com/@UnboxFAB Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

A new year and a new chapter for the IP2 Podcast. We are thrilled to announce that in 2024, we'll be laser-focused on what we do best: interviews with grassroots community builders, TOs, LGS Owners, and more, from all around the world. At the same time, we are thrilled to announce that we'll be joining the Flesh and Blood Judge Content Team, a volunteer team with the mission of representing and being a touch point for the judge community, and creating educational and lifestyle content for judges everywhere. Both of us can't wait for what lies ahead and hope you'll join us on this journey. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

Wow - what a year. Felix and Shea break it down, from January to December, counting each month's highlights. Which set was their favorite overall? What were their highlights? What's in store for the podcast coming up?Here's the link to the first episode of Travis' show: https://youtu.be/t0YO7L5cfQs?si=BhxPeKjxEmRp_ww7 Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

Fresh off being announced as one of the special guests at the Celebrational event in Queenstown, NZ, Niccolo Paqueo is one of the hardest-working judges in our community. From being a familiar face in an orange shirt at Tier 3 and 4 events around the world to participating in numerous behind-the-scenes efforts to make our game even better, his fingerprints are everywhere on our community. We were lucky to spend an evening with him! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

We were honored to sit down with Simon Denning for an in-depth conversation about community, content creation, and where Flesh and Blood can fit into a busy life with work and family. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

The co-hosts are back and eager to show the world Shea's Riptide deck. They also briefly discuss the keynote speech and competitive stream of the World Championships. Are you convinced that Riptide is the truth? Let us know! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

Shea is back from getting groovy with Riptide at BH: Vancouver. The co-hosts get together to discuss that event, and then talk about big data and Felix's personalized slabs for prize cards. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

The co-hosts check in after two fun weekends filled with Flesh and Blood to discuss the latest news from their local community, and also from the broader world in FAB. Then there's talk about D&D and fantasy archetypes, and some discussion about what makes long-lasting friendship. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

It was our privilege to be joined by Melody Weipeihana today. One of the consistent bright spots of positivity and appreciation for Flesh and Blood, Melody is one of the founding members of the Pitch Perfect Podcast and the Rainbow x Pitch League. We discussed a variety of important topics, including the value of diversity and inclusion in our community, and places like the Rainbow X Pitch League. We also cover lighter topics such as life in New Zealand and the highs and lows of being a collector. We hope you enjoy! Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

Eric Lerer is a man who wears many hats, from being an early pioneer in FAB's competitive community, to being a content creator with Spark of Genius and caster. He also has been credited with being the initial driving force behind getting Flesh and Blood started in his city of Vancouver. Join Eric and the regular co-hosts as they cover these topics and so much more. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Follow Spark of Genius here: https://www.youtube.com/@sparkofgenius9216 Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

The duo are reunited as they briefly discuss the news of the next month, before going onto a long dialogue about longevity and FAB's transition from an exciting upstart game to a mature one. Don't miss this deep dive into some complicated topics. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

He's back! Frédéric was our very first guest on our podcast and we were ecstatic to have him back. Fresh off of Head Judging the Canadian National Championship, he shares the latest and greatest updates from his side of the world, breaks down what it takes to have a leading role in a tournament like Canadian Nationals, and more! Check out his profile for Judge of the Month: https://blog.judge.fabtcg.com/blog/2023/07/03/jotm-july-2023/ Check out his previous interview on our podcast: https://youtu.be/mDDDPlckrU0 Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

We were joined by Steven Jennings, the co-founder of Red Riot Games, one of the first LGSes to support Flesh and Blood in Canada and a store that proudly supports the game to this day. We discuss his background as a video game tournament organizer, the origin story of RRG, building a community as a LGS and the behind-the-scenes story of Canadian Nationals! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

Giving back to the community is a core tenet of the IP2 Podcast. We've teamed up with legendary FAB player, Yuki Lee Bender, to offer two introductory coaching sessions to our listeners!For details, go to our YouTube channel or try here: https://youtu.be/9Ir_LU9XH68

Fresh off her win at the Calling: Las Vegas, Yuki Lee Bender joins the regular co-hosts for an in-depth discussion. Not only did she tell us all about her mentality which has served her well at the top tables of competitive events over the years, she also shared her honest opinions of being a 'specialist', the importance of her local community and showing up to armory events, and utilizing her experience as a professional teacher to as a FAB coach. This is one of the most inspiring and educational interviews yet on the IP2 Podcast. Don't miss out! GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT: https://youtu.be/9Ir_LU9XH68Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

What a weekend in Las Vegas! Andrew Padlesky makes his re-appearance on our show as both he and Felix recap the weekend, capped off by Andrew's epic performance in the Battle Hardened, where he finished second only to Pro Tour champion Michael Feng, winning himself a PTI and other prizes on the way. There are so many funny and heartwarming stories along the way - you won't want to miss out! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

Shea and Felix just talk about upcoming major tournaments (who's going where and to do what), the Blitz ban announcements, and food. A little less structured than our normal chats - but no less enjoyable! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

We were very excited to sit down with Jared Sylva, the Organized Play Manager at Star City Games. As one of LSS' partners in delivering premier level events for Flesh and Blood, and with 15+ years of experience, Jared offers his insights into FAB's growth and future potential (while also offering a reality check about how big the giants are), what it takes to run these events, how locations are selected, and more!Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcasthttps://rathe.social/@IP2PodcastPodcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

We are honored to be joined by Klaus Lassacher, the Judge Program Manager for Flesh and Blood. Hailing from Vienna, he has been working for LSS for around one year but has been involved with the FAB Judge community from the very start of international Organized Play, and has been judging professionally for years. He shares how he got started as a judge and with FAB, where the judge program stands today, and his vision for the future.Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcasthttps://rathe.social/@IP2PodcastPodcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss#fabtcg

Christopher Smith, also known as Smithel, joins us to discuss his local community, being a #fabdad while being on a team, and how to balance all of that while being in charge of the Flesh and Common Blood League. Join us for an in-depth conversation about these topics and more! Don't miss Chris and Shea's relationship advice segment - let us know if you'd like this to be a regular feature! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss #fabtcg

We are joined by Travis Fryk, the Owner of DreamESCAPE Gaming, a unique LGS in Alberta. We discuss the genesis of a small business, branching out to card games, what runs the engine of an LGS, how FAB stacks up to other games, and more! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

The co-hosts go over recent news, including DTD pre-releases and an update to FAB's rules and policy documents. Felix gushes about Outer Wilds. Shea talks about setting expectations for pre-release events and box opening. Link to the Black Alley Oracle article regarding Missed Triggers: https://fabtcg.com/articles/back-alley-oracle-11-missed-triggers-and-player-responsibilities/ Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Dylan Davis (also known as Gorganian Tome) joins your co-hosts for an exciting chat! Like three peas in a pod, the trio go deep into numerous topics including the creative landscape of FAB, Dylan's creative process, evergreen vs. topical content, and the importance of ludology. Sit down in your most comfortable chair and join them on this journey! Link to the Fight Scene Video: https://youtu.be/tx7Rd-fkVYYLink to the Fighting Game Video: https://youtu.be/7AbaxIgGYooLink to the Gorganian Tome Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gorganiantome Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Andrew Padlesky and Adam Filipchuk from Edmonton, AB join our regular co-hosts to have a talk about their local community, the regional community (shared with Felix and Shea), and being a little more competitive while still enjoying the game. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

It was late in the day on Sunday, July 2nd, right after a firehose of spoilers was unleashed upon the community. The regular co-hosts were interviewing Andrew and Adam anyway and everyone decided to stay behind to discuss their hot takes and excitement for the new set. We all hope you enjoy this bonus episode! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Our regular co-hosts discuss their building excitement for ongoing spoiler season and start a lengthy discussion about how to make the most of traveling opportunities for playing Flesh and Blood. They also share a very humorous story from their San Jose trip which you won't want to miss! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Bill Lapage from Spike Feeders FAB, and one third of the award-winning Living Legends Podcast, joins the IP2 Podcast for a chat about growing the game in a smaller community, the importance of online spaces, and what makes FAB special to him. You won't want to miss this conversation! Here's a link to the Spike Feeders FAB channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SpikeFeedersFAB Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Longtime ranger player and local hero Sean Brame went into Calgary's RTN and came out on top, prevailing over Pro Tour competitors and other strong players. He joins the the regular co-hosts to recap his day, go through over a month of news, and discuss what video games he's been playing lately. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Another exciting week in the books and the co-hosts are exhausted! In a slightly shorter episode, Shea and Felix discuss their trip up north looking for another shot at RTN glory, discuss how their community runs "Learn to Play" events, and have a brief chat about what the rest of the year looks like for events. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

After an exciting Saturday, the co-hosts sit down to discuss the events of the Calgary RTN from two perspectives - the head judge (Shea) and a player (Felix). Each tournament has amazing storylines and this was no exception! Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

The second guest on the IP2 Podcast is Ryan Wood, a common sight in the leadership roles at our major Flesh and Blood events so far! With over 90 Calling-sized events under his belt and having held Team Lead roles or higher at Worlds, PTs, and Callings, Ryan shares his views on all manner of topics, from an LGS' view on Flesh and Blood to advice for taking the next step as a judge and leader in the community. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

The regular co-hosts are joined by the Canadian Judge Community Representative, Frédéric St-Laurent! Here the trio cover a variety of topics, from the Nordiques, to advice for community builders, to his most interesting experiences at Pro Tour Baltimore! The resulting conversation is equally funny and inspiring, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed the conversation. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Thank you for tuning into the third episode of the IP2 Podcast! Here we cover some news and updates, before diving into our excitement for the upcoming RTN season coming up. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

Thank you for tuning into the second episode of the IP2 Podcast! Here we go over the latest few weeks of articles from the official website, many of which touch on topics which are near and dear to our hearts. Your co-hosts are two friends, casually competitive players, and Flesh and Blood judges. Felix and Shea are both passionate about growing the game and cultivating positive and wholesome local communities around the world, starting with their backyard in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The link to the "Collect What You Love" article is here: https://fabtcg.com/articles/collect-what-you-love/The link to the "Keeping it Casual" article is here: https://fabtcg.com/articles/keeping-it-casual/ Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast Podcast RSS: https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/YatCJCGR.rss

In the very first episode of the IP2 Podcast, your co-hosts Felix Chung and Shea Ashbee introduce themselves, speak about their love of the game of Flesh and Blood, and talk about how we see our local community (and armory events) as our Third Place.Some food for thought regarding Felix's selected additional topic for today (The Third Place) is here: https://youtu.be/VvdQ381K5xg Please follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/IP2Podcast https://rathe.social/@IP2Podcast