Podcast appearances and mentions of ed baraf

BLOG TITLE:  Building A Publishing Company With Ed Baraf   In this episode, host Nalin talks with Eduardo Baraf about the complicated and incredible journey of making a career in the board game designing and publishing world. He talks about the keys to success like building a community and really getting to know your audience, but also the importance of connecting with other people and being willing to lend a hand.    We discuss:   [01:20]: Ed tells us a bit about his career in game design, from working in the videogame industry to launching his first game through Kickstarter, to becoming a games reviewer, to launching his own tabletop games publishing company [05:30]: How the marketing and board game scene has changed over the years, with the increase of games being published each year, the strength on the community and guerrilla-style of marketing; and the importance of knowing your limits when it comes to marketing and social media, and asking for help when needed. [15:31]: Ed talks about the importance of knowing your long-run goal with your game. The importance of asking yourself what you really want to do, to achieve, where do you see yourself going in the board game scenario. All of this will give you a good start on your journey and you won’t be wasting time working on things you’re not passionate about or that don’t bring you closer to your goals. [26:08]: Ed talks about the main cores of Pencil First publishing company, and how the focus on passion, quality, community building, and communication as transversal values integrated into everything they do and offer to the public. [32:37]: The incredible importance of really getting to know your audience and who you’re preparing your game for, is the best way to make your marketing strategy more efficient. Knowing your buyer persona and their interests will make or break your campaign. [42:14]: Ed mentions the importance of creating a record of each step of your production process and using it as a good opportunity for content creations, in order to share and connect with the audience waiting for the game.  [48:32]: If you’re any type of creator you are willing to help and collaborate with others, in order to create authentic relationships and learn from others. Starting conversations can lead to personal and professional growth.  [54:02]: What Floriferuos the game is about, who worked on it and how you can get in touch with Ed. Thanks for listening to the Board Game Marketing Podcast!   Floriferous campaign on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ebaraf/floriferous   Ed Baraf Website: http://www.baraf.com/   Pencil First Games Website: https://www.pencilfirstgames.com/   Pencil First Games on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PencilFirstGames   Pencil First Games on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pandasaurusgame   Pencil First Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilfirstgames/   For more information on how to market your game, be sure to check out the Meeple Marketing Blog.    

Which are better, video games or board games? Ed Baraf from "Gaming with Edo" and Pencil First Games joins this episode to discuss being an entrepreneur child, working for Disney Games, and his latest Kickstarter, "Skulk Hollow." Music Attribution: Dr. Mario Remix by ??? Powerhouse by Raymond Scott Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com Special Thanks: Delton Brack for co-editing and his show, "Malthaus Games" Ed Baraf for being a knoble on this episode.

154 The Halloween Episode [featuring Ed Baraf, DM Greg, and B-Team Will] by Tuesday Knight

Ed Baraf sits down with Brian Henk to discuss the history of experiments tried at Overworld Games, such as using IPs or releasing a game outside of Kickstarter -- and how games have done in terms of profitability and copies sold. Going through what went well and what didn't may give other creators some insight into what they should and should not do. Video Version: https://youtu.be/xMkEDTgVk5w

Herbaceous Sprouts is the third in a line of gorgeous small filler games from Dr. Steve Finn, Ed Baraf et. al. Both Herbaceous and Sunset Over Water were big hits for Pencil First Games, and now we have the third standalone game in that line. Herbaceous Sprouts is a dice drafting and manipulation game that plays in about 20-30 minutes. Check out our interview with Ed to her how it plays, as well as how it compares to Sagrada and other dice manipulation games. We also get into the previous two games in the series, so please check that out if you are interested in pledging for all three games. Herbaceous Sprouts is live!: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ebaraf/1004273242?ref=468833&token=dee5c91b

Richard is joined again by Ed Baraf, from Pencil First Games, to chqt Legendary Creatures, Expanding Lift Off and HAIR CARE.  As Always, Ed was a delight to have on.  Please check out the Legendary Creatures Kickstarter!! LINKS OF NOTES https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ebaraf/legendary-creatures?token=7e130e2e  http://www.baraf.com/ http://www.pencilfirstgames.com/lift-off/ https://www.facebook.com/ebaraf https://twitter.com/ebaraf     YOUTUBE - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC03LRG64f05w0C3Bs3aZ4sA   Board Game Geek - https://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgamepodcast/35093/were-not-wizards  Website - www.werenotwizards.com  Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/werenotwizards  Twitter.com - http://www.twitter.com/werenotwizards  If you like what you have heard, please take some time to Rate, Subscribe and Review us on iTunes. https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/were-not-wizards/id1084198405  Get us on Stitcher - http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/were-not-wizards  Get us through acast - http://www.acast.com/werenotwizards  Get us through Podknife - https://podknife.com/podcasts/4048  Check out our pictures - www.instagram.com/werenotwizards   www.patreon.com/werenotwizards  Music is owned entirely by We're Not Wizards and thanks to DouglasVBEmail us magic@werenotwizards.com  Remember, we are many things but We're Not Wizards

Want to go to KublaCon in San Francisco?!? Alan interviews some great peeps. Greg Spence of The Broken Token, Aldo Ghiozzi of Impressions, Ed Baraf of Pencil First Games, and Rick Loomis (Creator of Grimtooth's Traps collection). Sean also talks some biz. Music attribution: "Before I Sleep" by Muciojad

Your Kickstarter board game needs to be playtested. There's no better place to play test than an Unpub or Protospiel. But you can't just show up, sit down and expect to be successful. You have to prepare yourself to attend, prepare yourself to know what you want to learn. With this proper preparation, you will find success. Ed Baraf of Pencil First Games shares key ingredients to successful preparation.

Sit back, sip your iced tea, and enjoy a casual game of competitive, push-your-luck gardening. In this episode, we speak with Ed Baraf, the founder of Pencil First Games, and their upcoming game, Herbaceous. During our chat, we discuss the reason some games age better than others, why the best games come from a singleRead more →

Episode 089: Eduardo Baraf The focus on our June Indie Spotlight game, Lift Off, continues to roll on. And what's better to that end than hearing about how the game came to be straight from the designer himself. Length: 53:13 Show Links: RSS | iTunes | Download Episode   Welcome back to Vox Republica, the Cardboard Republic Podcast! We post new episodes every Thursday, with each episode being about 20 - 30 minutes long. DESCRIPTION: This week's episode has Ryan sit down with Lift Off and Siblings Trouble designer Ed Baraf to discuss how the game was created, the experience of getting it made, and what lies in store next for Pencil First Games. Before that, though, we get a little reminder about the relative complexities of Gateway Games. GUEST: Eduardo Baraf RECENTLY PLAYED GAMES: 7 Wonders Lift Off! Loop, Inc. QUICK TOPICS: Just a few days left in the Lift Off game giveaway Also, there's our written Q&A with Ed as well. LENGTHY TOPIC: Interviewing Ed Baraf What led to the creation of Lift Off? Its inspirations and challenges The coining of 'alieneeple' Lessons learned of a new designer Designer focal points Retrospectives on self-publishing Future plans for Pencil First Games The announcement of design on GemPacked Is there potential for second printing and / or  Lift Off Expansion?   We’d love to hear from you! You can send questions or feedback via email at podcast@cardboardrepublic.com. You can also reach us social media, including Twitter and BoardGameGeek.   Audio Credits: Intro music track is "Swing!" by Bargo!, used under Creative Commons license.

Ed Baraf (@ebaraf and ) and Andy Ashcraft () are game designers and are DIPPED in all games. We talk mostly boardgames in this episode because Ed, generally a video game designer has developed a game and is getting funding on Kickstarter. Check it OUT! All games mentioned are really cool sounding. Enjoy. This month our sponsor is MY SISTER!!! Financial Advisor, Helper Magoo Darla Kashian!  She reads HER OWN AD. Heh. Enjoy that. I have a new hour comedy video out at  $5 download. It’s called “This Will Make An Excellent Horcrux” Own it today and forever. You can also get the CD or DVD to rip at your leisure at   Speaking of . They are the podcast network The Dork Forest is a part of and there are plenty of other podcasts there if you’re looking for them. DONATE folks… I’m working over here. or You can donate directly, get t-shirts and CDs, and order from our Amazon Banner on . Also, full schedule of stand up shows and live TDF’s are listed. Thanks for tuning in folks. Credits: Audio leveling by Music is by Website design by : Really good Web designs. Apps are available with the bonus contest:  or  and for free on tdf.libsyn.com