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It is always a pleasure to arrive by train at Birmingham International train station, which not only gives you access to West Midland's main airport, but also to the amazing NEC. It is in this huge exhibition complex that the UK's largest hobby games convention takes place every year. The event welcomes tens of thousands of visitors over three days who explore the three main halls of the NEC as well as a number of rooms in the nearby Hilton Metropole Hotel. You will have guessed it. It is, of course, UK Games Expo 2024. Read the full review here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2024/06/15/uk-games-expo-2024-saturday-review/ Useful Links UK Games Expo: https://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/ UK Games Expo 2018 review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2018/06/08/uk-games-expo-2018/ Essen 2019 review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2019/10/12/essen-spiel-2019-most-wanted-saturday-review/ SUDC UK: https://sudc.org.uk/ Williams Montessori School Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/p/John-William-Montessori-school-100064321020329/ Bear's Army: https://www.kidney.org.uk/blog/bears-story Play Test UK: http://www.playtest.co.uk/ Express CIC: https://www.expresscic.org.uk/ The Giant Brain: https://giantbrain.co.uk/ Gavin Jones: https://keep-up-with-the-jones-family.com/meet-family/ Punchboard: https://punchboard.co.uk/ Library Labyrinth: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2022/02/26/library-labyrinth-saturday-review/ Atikin Games: https://atikingames.com/ Bright Eye Games: https://www.brighteyegames.com/ Make My Game Travel translation services: https://makemygametravel.com/ Hachette UK: https://www.hachetteboardgames.co.uk/ Dina Said So: https://www.dinasaidsostudio.com/ Push D6: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/400372/push-d6 Lirius Games: https://liriusgames.com/en-uk Berlin Brettspiel Con 2023 review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2023/07/22/berlin-brettspiel-con-2023-saturday-review/ Huff No More: https://www.instagram.com/huffnomore Scout review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2022/07/02/scout-saturday-review/ Roland MacDonald: https://rolandsrevenge.com/ BoardGameWire: https://boardgamewire.com/ Intro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/) Music: "Corporate Motivation" by AShamaluevMusic.Website: https://www.ashamaluevmusic.com If you want to support this podcast financially, please check out the links below: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tabletopgamesblog Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/TabletopGamesBlog Website: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tabletopgamesblog/message
As we all get ready for the new Apple TV Series, "Masters of the Air", let's get fully aquianted with the STAR of the series (IMO), the B-17! Yes! It was supposed to be a three-parter, but sometimes a story comes along and you've got to run with it! Enjoy this BONUS episode for all. See the Images! Like to Watch? Go to the YouTube Channel Visit the WOWB Kitshop: Kitshop
Jamey Stegmaier's blog post "Is There a Future for Written Reviews?" inspired Adam Richards of Punchboard to write a little post on his Substack to discuss the visibility of the written word compared to video or audio content. That, in turn, inspired me to share my thoughts on the topic and as always, I invite your thoughts in the comments at the bottom of this article. Read the full article here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2023/10/17/swords-vs-words-the-popularity-of-blogs-versus-other-media-topic-discussion/ Useful Links Jamey Stegmaier's post: https://stonemaiergames.com/is-there-a-future-for-written-reviews/ Punchboard: https://punchboard.co.uk/ Adam Richard's Substack post: https://punchboard.substack.com/p/the-invisible-word BGG thread that inspired Jamey Stegmaier: https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/3163949/great-see-so-many-reviews-so-soon-post-embargo Intro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/) Music by AShamaluevMusic.Website: https://www.ashamaluevmusic.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tabletopgamesblog Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/TabletopGamesBlog Website: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/ (Photo by Jaime Spaniol on Unsplash) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tabletopgamesblog/message
Starting out in any hobby can be daunting. There is so much to learn and understand. The modern board game hobby is no different. There is terminology that will be unfamiliar to people who have not played much other than Monopoly or The Game of Life. Even the idea that you do anything other than roll and move can be alien and lead to analysis paralysis. So in this article, I want to look at how you can introduce people to our hobby. Read the full article here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2023/08/15/opening-gambit-where-to-begin-in-the-modern-hobby-topic-discussion/ Useful Links Monopoly: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/1406/monopoly The Game of Life: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2921/game-of-life "How to get into board games in 2023" article from Adam at Punchboard: https://punchboard.co.uk/how-to-get-into-board-games-in-2023/ "Introduction to Modern Board Games" article from Ian at The Giant Brain: https://giantbrain.co.uk/2023/08/03/introduction-to-modern-board-games/ Board Game Geek (BGG): https://boardgamegeek.com/ Star Trek Fluxx: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/246531/star-trek-fluxx Ticket to Ride: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/9209/ticket-ride Clans of Caledonia review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2019/03/02/clans-of-caledonia/ Brian Boru review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2022/04/16/brian-boru-high-king-of-ireland-saturday-review/ Intro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/) Intro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/) Music by https://www.bensound.comLicense code: DNV4WCCXUNGWC0R6 Music by: https://www.bensound.comLicense code: S8DBGWYWALTOZRFQ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tabletopgamesblog Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/TabletopGamesBlog Website: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tabletopgamesblog/message
I visited the show last year as a member of the press. I spoke to a lot of exhibitors and spent time in the evenings catching up with friends and playing a few games. However, this year was different. For the first time, I came up to demo games on behalf of Asmodee. That meant my travel, food and accommodation were all paid for and I even got a bit of an hourly wage. At the same time, it also meant I only had an hour's lunch break to wander around the halls. It really changed my experience of the UK Games Expo 2023. Read the full review here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2023/06/10/uk-games-expo-2023-saturday-review/ Useful Links UK Games Expo: https://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/ UK Games Expo 2022 review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2022/06/11/uk-games-expo-2022-saturday-review/ Asmodee: https://www.asmodee.co.uk/ Naylor Games: https://naylorgames.com/ 21x: https://naylorgames.com/pages/21x Gavin Jones: https://linktr.ee/jonesfamilygamesnight Ravensburger: https://www.ravensburger.co.uk/en-GB Atikin Games: https://atikingames.com/ Malum Hortus: https://atikingames.com/malumhortus/ Playtest UK: http://www.playtest.co.uk/ First Take Some Dice: https://firsttakesomedice.blogspot.com/ Actualol: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO-hn9MJOu7pOUdGSabKGvA More Games Please: https://www.moregamesplease.com/ North Star Games: https://www.northstargames.com/ For Chits & Giggles: https://www.youtube.com/@ForChitsGiggles 7 Wonders Duel: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/173346/7-wonders-duel Punchboard: https://punchboard.co.uk/ Ablagestapel: http://ablagestapel.blogspot.com/ Stuff by Bez: http://www.stuffbybez.com/ Spiel des Jahres: https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/ Martina Fuchs: https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/en/the-jury/martina-fuchs/ Minerva Tabletop: https://www.minervatabletop.co.uk/ Crumbs!: https://www.minervatabletop.co.uk/post/announcing-crumbs-the-sandwich-filler-game Dissent Games: https://dissentgames.com/ Library Labyrinth review: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2022/02/26/library-labyrinth-saturday-review/ Gamealot: https://www.game-a-lot.fun/en/ The Board Game Workshop: https://theboardgameworkshop.com/ Daniel Newman: New Mill Industries: https://www.newmillindustries.com/ Roland MacDonald: https://rolandsrevenge.com/ Intro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/) The following music was used for this media project:Music: Del Sol by MusicParadiseFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5063-del-solLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: http://www.music-paradise.de The following music was used for this media project:Music: Cool Morning by MusicParadiseFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5060-cool-morningLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: http://www.music-paradise.de If you want to support this podcast financially, please check out the links below: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tabletopgamesblog Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/TabletopGamesBlog Website: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tabletopgamesblog/message
James discusses his recent visit to Punchboard Paradise Con, and his role as Dusty Old Euro Ambassador, including plays of Santiago, Fresh Fish, and... Earth? And "Forgot About Games." 3:20 New Patrons 6:26 5 Minute Kids Review: Tigris & Euphrates 15:33 Punchboard Paradise Con 23:22 Earth 33:13 DoaM Music: Forgot About Games 38:37 Santiago 43:35 John Company Double Header 53:12 Colosseum 58:01 Fresh Fish 64:44 PPCon Final Thoughts www.punchboardparadise.com http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap
Our expansion packs return with Adam Richards from Punchboard talking all about his love for the hobby, the importance of written media in board gaming and his passion behind why he set-up his website Punchboard.GUEST PLAYER: Adam Richards from PunchboardTHE PLAYERS: JP OVERVIEWIn this Expansion Pack episode JP flies solo and meets Adam Richards from Punchboard to talk about his love for playing, writing and reviewing games in our fantastic hobby of ours In this episode you'll learn:- What Adams favourite games are at the moment- How Punchboard began- The importance of writing about how games make you feel in reviews- how solo gaming supports mental health- how Adam fairs at a few of our Niche Number 1's from Round 1LINKS REFERENCED IN THE SHOWCheck out Punchboard and Adam's highlighted written work- Website - https://punchboard.co.uk/- Solo Board Gaming Article - https://punchboard.co.uk/why-not-just-play-a-video-game/- Nemo's War - https://punchboard.co.uk/review-nemos-war-2nd-edition/ - Gandhi GMT Review- https://punchboard.co.uk/gandhi-gmt-games-review/You can learn more about Adam on his socials: Twitter - https://twitter.com/PunchboardUKInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/punchboarduk/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/punchboardSpace Biff - Adam mentions a great review site from Dan Thurot, check it out here - https://spacebiff.com/EPISODE CHAPTERS0:00 - TURN 1 - Player Count0:49 - TURN 2 - Welcoming Our Guest Player2:56 - What brought Adam to tabletop gaming?5:09 - What kind of games do you tend to enjoy?6:41 - What are your favourite games?8:02 - What's been hitting the table a lot recently for you?11:06 - TURN 3 - Main Interview11:16 - What was your motivation behind Punchboard?15:47 - The importance of writing about how it makes you feel17:59 - Writing about the industry and mental health23:10 - Do you get support from publishers to cover their games?28:15 - Is there a favourite piece of content?32:41 - Has there been any games you've reviewed that surprised you?37:28 - Do you test review games with a group or club?39:29 - Adam's Niche Number 1's40:30 - Favourite game under £2044:53 - Favourite games to play at 2 players that also plays at 546:40 - Favourite game you're getting rid of53:28 - TURN 4 - Planning Your Turn - What's coming up for our guest57:49 - Thanking Adam58:40 - TURN 5 - The Final TurnSupport the showSUPPORTING THE SHOW- Support us on Ko-FiENGAGING WITH THE SHOWWe want your questions so engage with the show through our channels below:- Email Us - BoardGameGeek - Facebook - Instagram- Threads - TikTok
Recorded 09/07/2019 - Patrick & Eric discuss their favorite two player games. Met the listener Nathan Boster Favorites Targi Patchwork Akrotiri Lost Cities Lost Cities (Rivals) actually 2-4 Star Realms Ascension (1-4 per BGG) Jaipur Cribbage Two-Player Versions of Existing Games 7 Wonders Duel Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small Imhotep Duel Kingdomino Duel Codenames Duet Bohnanza: The Duel Direct Conflict Games Magic the Gathering Summoner Wars Dice Masters Star Wars: Destiny Pixel Tactics Exceed Battle Con Abstract Othello (or Reversi?) Chess Xiangqi (Chinese Chess) Go The Duke War Chest Hive (made of phenolic resin ie Bakelite) Onitama SHOBU Tak Santorini Asymmetrical Android: Netrunner Skulk Hollow Fugitive Mr. Jack / Pocket Getaway Driver Raptor Card Games Fox in the Forest Fox in the Forest Duet (upcoming cooperative version) Circle the Wagons Ahead in the Clouds Sprawlopolis Herotech Epic Hollandspiele Interview mentioned Twilight Struggle Star Wars X-wing/Armada/Rebellion (2-4) Star Trek Fleet Captains (2-4) Asymmetrical Android NetRunner Skulk Hollow Mr. Jack Blood of an Englishmen The Ravens of Thri Sahashri Getaway Driver Raptor Hidden Gems Morels Longhorn En Guard (Eric needs to play) Odin’s Ravens
Episode 11 the Origins Preview Recorded on 6/8/19 Games discussed: Pipeline 7 Souls Lanterns Dice: Lights in the Sky Lockup: A Roll Player Tale Dead Man's Cabal The Few and Cursed The Refuge: Terror from the Deep Copenhagen Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein UBOOT: The Board Game Oceans Dark Domains In the Hall of the Mountain King Imaginarium Die Tavernen im Tiefen Thal Homebrewers Medium LOTS: A Competitive Tower Building Game Letter Jam Snail Sprint! Giant Rhino Hero Rival Networks Mississippi Queen Punchboard Media Meetup - Friday at 9:30 in the Unpub Room A123 - A125 Find out more about Origins at our Cubist Appearance https://youtu.be/xapCi6QNoDQ @ovethehillier Thur AM-Sunday @ericbuscemi Wed-Saturday PM
In Episode 27, the Punchboard crew celebrate their one year anniversary by discussing new expansions, revealing their grail games, doing an in-depth review of Blackout: Hong Kong and discussing more BGG top 100. 00:00 Into/Banter 04:33 Recent Plays 23:43 Mailbag 29:10 Blackout: Hong Kong Rules Overview 33:59 Blackout: Hong Kong Review 1:13:47 BGG Top 100: 90-81 Music by Hooksounds
Patrick and Eric chat about the holidays and then move on to the different types of escape room in a box style games they have played.
In what we can only assume is a first for any board game podcast, the hosts spend a solid 6 minutes discussing Lou Bega's Mambo No. 5. Don't worry though, we also made sure to spend some time discussing the intense real-time tabletop game Paramedics Clear! Did we love it? Did we hate it? Will it solve your relationship problems? There's only one way to find out! You can find the Dog and Thimble Crew on Twitter: Tom is @PLP_Tom; Chris is @Mirkwoodrunner; Alana is @ceraphimfalls; and We are all @dogandthimble.
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We are honored to have the King himself, KING JARED HUNNEFELD on the program today. We also dabble a bit into the origins of Punchy the Punchboard, everyones favorite cardboard pal! Then Trixie Tagmire will help us design a game where your musical instrument grows!!! And…. Pssssttt… this episode is getting released a tad early … Continue reading "Episode 06 – Bat’leths and Battlecats" The post Episode 06 – Bat’leths and Battlecats appeared first on Flip Floreys Super Saturday Board Game Serial!.