Podcasts about tabletop games

Hey Now, Cabalists! Uh oh, Mia the cat is cause havoc in the household! After Chris gets his house in order we dive into the games we've been playing, including The Lord of the Rings Circle of Conflict, Happiest Cat in the World, Arkham Horror, The Gang, Cozy Stickerville, and feature Bloodstones designed by Martin Wallace. After Tony T's Tabletop Gaming News segment, the gang wraps things up by tackling a batch of listener-submitted questions. The Lord of the Rings Circle of Conflict: 00:02:58, Happiest Cat in the World: 00:15:43, Arkham Horror: 00:21:57, The Gang: 00:32:35, Cozy Stickerville: 00:45:45, Bloodstones Review: 00:56:58, News with Tony T: 01:34:08, A Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:36:09. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/, Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ and Prester's Painting at https://www.presterspainting.com/

In this week's episode... the team begins to explore the mysterious Lingersville Academy. Who has kept it up in the deserted town and what is it's connection, if any, to the fading doorway in the middle of the lake?

And that's a wrap for season two!Aslynn, The Night Hag - the bane of our Pathfinder Heroes for the past three years, has been defeated in a stunning blow. Our three adventurers, Bo'Boakl, Aliadiere, and The Boulder once again are victorious against the forces of evil, and this chapter of their journey has come to a close. Join us, as we sit around the fire and tell tales of our characters, and where they may have found themselves beyond this adventure - with some special appearances from other cast members - and celebrate what has been an amazing past few years for us as players, performers and friends, on this terrific journey across Golarion. This concludes our playthrough of the Pathfinder Society scenario #4-17: Trapping the Hag's Claw, and the entire Year of Boundless Wonder meta plot. From all of us here at Savage Bear Podcast, cast, crew and adventurers, we thank you for listening along for this journey, for coming to conventions and keeping our show on the road. This is not the end however, and we will see you with some fresh new characters soon! Onwards to season three!Send us Fan MailLike what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you!  Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!

Greetings, Cabalists! Gather 'round, ye seasoned adventurers, as the Lords convene at the hallowed Round Table to ponder two matters of great import! First, we delve into the arcane art of House Rules - those curious enchantments by which we bend the laws of our games to our own designs. Then, we turn our gaze toward the mystical realm of tangibles, exploring how documents, photographs, objects, audio, music, and other wondrous artifacts may transform a humble game into an experience beyond the imagination! Come, lend thine ears and thy wisdom to the council!

One down, two to go! With now only two of the Night Hag's Daughters remaining on the battlefield, the fight is beginning to lean in our Pathfinder's favour. Though we know by now, Aslynn always has a trick or two waiting...We head towards the end of this fight, and there can be only one winner. Send us Fan MailLike what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you!  Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!

Fresh off his episode about crowd pleasing beginner games, Brendan shares insights into how to introduce people to the hobby's mechanisms. Join us for this conclusion, won't you?Introducing the Hobby (episode 20)Introducing the Hobby, part 1 – Crowd Pleasers (episode 860)Forbidden Island (2010)Hanabi (2010)Kingdomino (2016)Between Two Cities (2015)Bärenpark (2017)Lords of Waterdeep (2012)Demon Worker (2016)Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game (2012)Dominion (2008)Star Realms (2014)QE (2019)High Society (1995)Canvas (2021)Royals (2014)Through the Desert (2017)Guillotine (1998)What games would you add to the list of mechanism boot camp? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Fresh off his episode about crowd pleasing beginner games, Brendan shares insights into how to introduce people to the hobby's mechanisms. Join us for this conclusion, won't you?Introducing the Hobby (episode 20)Introducing the Hobby, part 1 – Crowd Pleasers (episode 860)Forbidden Island (2010)Hanabi (2010)Kingdomino (2016)Between Two Cities (2015)Bärenpark (2017)Lords of Waterdeep (2012)Demon Worker (2016)Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game (2012)Dominion (2008)Star Realms (2014)QE (2019)High Society (1995)Canvas (2021)Royals (2014)Through the Desert (2017)Guillotine (1998)What games would you add to the list of mechanism boot camp? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Brendan shares insights into how to introduce people to the hobby. Join us for this first of two parts, won't you?Introducing the Hobby (episode 20)Wits & Wagers: It's Vegas, Baby! (2019)Qwixx (2012)Las Vegas (2026)Wavelength (2019)Diamant (2005)Skyjo (2015)Time's Up! Title Recall! (2008)The Chameleon (2017)What games would you add to the list of essential crowd pleasers? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Brendan shares insights into how to introduce people to the hobby. Join us for this first of two parts, won't you?Introducing the Hobby (episode 20)Wits & Wagers: It's Vegas, Baby! (2019)Qwixx (2012)Las Vegas (2026)Wavelength (2019)Diamant (2005)Skyjo (2015)Time's Up! Title Recall! (2008)The Chameleon (2017)What games would you add to the list of essential crowd pleasers? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Hey now, Cabalists! Today we crash into another episode of The Cabal by talking about a strange Instagram account called PokeStreetz, where morons engage in fisticuffs over Pokémon cards. Then we gab about the games we've been getting into, including Ants, Doggerland, Carnegie, Horror on the Orient Express, and Dark Pact, before featuring Avalon: The Riven Veil from Jamie Jolly. Then, after Tony T's gaming news segment, we get into a discussion about gaming spaces and what we think is important to maximize fun and comfort. Ants: 00:06:51, Doggerland: 00:20:55, Carnegie: 00:28:48, Horror on the Orient Express: 00:37:17, Dark Pact: 00:46:10, Avalon The Riven Veil Review: 01:03:30, News with Tony T: 01:41:27, Gaming Spaces: 02:27:44. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/, Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ and Prester's Painting at https://www.presterspainting.com/

Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried for the first time recently. Join us, won't you?Fit to Print (2023)Tiny Towns (2019)Galaxy Trucker (2007)Destinies (2021)Ticket to Ride: Europe (2005)Hex Effects (2025)Mantis (2022)Unstable Unicorns (2017)What games have you tried recently? Share your plays over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269. Transcript: Txt or Pdf

Face to face against Aslynn The Night Hag, our Pathfinder Heroes Bo'Boakl, Aliadiere, and the Boulder continue with what may be the final fight of their lives. Three of Aslynn's daughters, previously defeated by our Pathfinders, are back! As shadows of their former selves, they join this fight with a great ghostly vengeance. Send us Fan MailLike what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you!  Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!

Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried for the first time recently. Join us, won't you?Fit to Print (2023)Tiny Towns (2019)Galaxy Trucker (2007)Destinies (2021)Ticket to Ride: Europe (2005)Hex Effects (2025)Mantis (2022)Unstable Unicorns (2017)What games have you tried recently? Share your plays over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269. Transcript: Txt or Pdf

Brendan talks a bit about what games he played in August, and what games he wants to play in September. Join us, won't you?August 2026 Top of the StackNew Game – Night at the Zoo✓Top 50 game – Messina 1347XAnother New Game – Wandering Towers✓One More – Tekhenu: Obelisk of the SunXShelf of OpportunityExpand yourShelfSeptember 2026 Top of the StackNew Game – RecallTop 50 game – Messina 1347Another New Game – Outdoor SurvivalOne More – Tekhenu: Obelisk of the SunWhat games did you play in August? Share your game plays over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.Transcript: Txt or PDF

Brendan talks a bit about what games he played in August, and what games he wants to play in September. Join us, won't you?August 2026 Top of the StackNew Game – Night at the Zoo✓Top 50 game – Messina 1347XAnother New Game – Wandering Towers✓One More – Tekhenu: Obelisk of the SunXShelf of OpportunityExpand yourShelfSeptember 2026 Top of the StackNew Game – RecallTop 50 game – Messina 1347Another New Game – Outdoor SurvivalOne More – Tekhenu: Obelisk of the SunWhat games did you play in August? Share your game plays over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.Transcript: Txt or PDF

Brendan revisits an old Themestorm, “Back to School,” and reflects on some ideas about it. Join us, won't you?Pick Up & Deliver 259: Back to School (Board Game Sommelier)For the Love of BooksAtheneum: Mystic Library (2020)The Big Book of Madness (2015)Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour BookstoreThe Library of the UnwrittenScience and LearningDarwin's Journey (2023)Lovelace & Babbage (2019)The Imitation Game (2014)Unconscious Mind (2024)School LifeArgent: The Consortium (2015)Alma Mater (2020)Trickerion: Dahlgaard's Academy (2019)Survival of the Witless (1997)MOO by Jane SmileyWhite Noise (2022)What games did I miss? Which ones would you add to the conversation? Share your thinking over in our guild, #3269, on boardgamegeek.

Being a Dungeon Master (DM) is a lot of work. You're not just creating a story—you're building worlds, managing encounters, tracking NPCs, creating maps, and trying to keep everything organized while your players inevitably take the adventure in a direction you never expected. Thankfully, there are plenty of digital tools that can make the job a little easier. In Episode 156 of the WiscoDice Tabletop Gaming Podcast, we're exploring the rise of the Digital DM and talking about some of the digital tools that can help enhance your Dungeons and Dragons games. You can likely pick up any of these games at your local game store. Of course, support your local game store. If you don't have a local game store, support ours! * Noble Knight Games: https://www.nobleknight.com/ * Misty Mountain Games: https://www.mistymountaingames.com/ Subscribe and Listen to the WiscoDice Tabletop Gaming Podcast: * Subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast/wiscodice/ * Subscribe on Audible Podcasts: https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B08JJP2YNR * Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Vzy8kFT0oC2YrXvNB5R6T * Subscribe on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/wiscodice Please also follow us on our social networks * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WiscoDice * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiscodice/ * WiscoDice Discord: https://discord.gg/mD4Fw8gMZF

Tonight on GeekNights, we review Common Side Effects. It's got a lot going on and is worth watching: it's only 10 episodes and evokes aspects of Fargo TV. In the news, Ghost in the Shell continues to be fantastic as it follows the original manga, Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia is phenomenal, and Goodbye, Lara is absolutely worth watch as a re-take on The Little Mermaid. Also, the discourse around Anime NYC's photography policy.Related LinksForum ThreadCommon Side EffectsDiscord ChatCommon Side EffectsBluesky PostCommon Side EffectsThings of the DayRym - no children (deltarune animatic)Scott - Tumble Forth

#DavidMcCord #NewVentureGames #TabletopGames #BoardGames #GameDesign #StrategyGames #HistoricGames #ClassicGames #SoloGames #PrintAndPlay #PegGames #GameDesigner #IndieGames #TabletopCommunity #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by David McCord, the game designer, artist, collector, and founder of NewVenture Games. NewVenture Games is dedicated to preserving classic games from history while also creating new tabletop experiences. David's catalog includes traditional strategy games, Peg Pastimes, solo games, print-and-play games, and original tabletop designs. His work brings together art, game mechanics, history, manufacturing, and the simple joy of sitting down to play. We talk about how David became interested in tabletop games, what makes historic games worth preserving, and why simple rules can still create deep strategy. We also get into the creative process behind designing a game: choosing components, building boards, testing rules, creating artwork, and figuring out whether a game is fun enough to keep coming back to. If you love board games, strategy games, classic games, game history, or the maker side of tabletop design, this is a great conversation. We also talk about why tabletop games continue to matter — not just as entertainment, but as a way to think, connect, compete, learn, and spend meaningful time away from screens. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

Brendan shares an update on the pile of games he owns but hasn't played yet. Join us, won't you?My Shelf of OpportunityEmptying The Dust Bin (reflections)Collecting to collectFun themesDesigner PedigreeGame PedigreeOnly So Much Time for CrunchyBig Games that are hard to schedule2 player games that are hard to scheduleGames I got for free, cheap, or in tradeSolos I haven't solo'd yetSomeday we'll get to itWhat games are on your Shelf of Opportunity? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

After three years of adventure, the final battle against Aslynn The Night Hag finally begins. Journeying across Golarion, from the dreary landscape of Ustalav, to the fantastically vibrant Quantium, everything our Pathfinder Heroes have done has lead to this moment. Whether by coincidence, or by her intentional influence, Aslynn has weaved her way into every story, and now we've reached the final chapter. Bo'Boakl, Aliadiere and The Boulder begin the fight of a lifetime! The fate of the Pathfinder Society, and the world, is in their hands. Send us Fan MailLike what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you!  Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider e-bikes, e-scooters, monowheels, and all the assorted electric conveyances that aren't cares and that are becoming more and more popular everywhere there are people. E.g., what are the "classes" of ebikes? In the news, streamers are suing Twitch and Amazon for their opt-out AI model training, 404 tracked down the "rare book" AI training story, and the Steam Frame might finally be coming.Related LinksForum ThreadE-Bikes, E-Scooters, et al.Discord ChatE-Bikes, E-Scooters, et al.Bluesky PostE-Bikes, E-Scooters, et al.Things of the DayRym - That's a sapient answerScott - Strawberry Vampire (INDIE PILOT ANIMATIC)

Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried recently, and one he revisited. Join us, won't you?Everdell Emerland (2026)Everdell (2018)Darwin's Journey (2023)Thunder Road: Vendetta (2023) (revisited)Tranquility (2020)What do you think of these games? What games have you tried recently? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Good Morning, Cabalists! Today we kick the show off with a big announcement - Mia the cat has found her forever home with Chris! Then we get into a bunch of the games we've been playing, including Dogfight 1917, Crusaders Thy Will Be Done with the Divine Influence expansion, Darwin's Journey, Moytura, dnup, and a feature review of Slay the Spire. Then, after Tony T's Pokemon Smash-and-Grab Roundup, we dive into some listener-submitted questions about what drives us to buy expansions, why we suck at board games, and what our pet peeves are about ourselves. Dogfight 1917: 00:02:28, Crusaders: Thy Will be Done: 00:11:36, Darwin's Journey: 00:20:17, Moytura: 00:32:17, dnup: 00:42:21, Slay the Spire Review: 00:51:14, News with Tony T: 01:23:04, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:10:29. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/, Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ and Prester's Painting at https://www.presterspainting.com/

As we are planning our triumphant return with new Dumbgeons & Dragons episodes in September, we're taking a moment to encourage your listenership to Chromeheads & Corpos Season 1, available in entirety now by searching for Facing Fate anywhere podcasts are found!Welcome to Babyok Gardens, the home of characters and the start of our adventure. We spend some time meeting Dino Dinovic, 0b51d14n, Glass and Lollipop as they make arrangements ahead of the apartment potluck tonight.***********Follow and Listen to Facing Fate: Chromeheads & Corpos by searching for FACING FATE anywhere podcasts are found.***********Credits:0b51d14n - Carla MaxtedLollipop - Amy MoreDino Dinovic - Russ MoreGlass - Tom LairdReferee - Kyle ClasetDialogue Editing and Sound Design by Russ MoreMusic & SFX:Chromeheads & Corpos Theme Music - Eli Hamada McIlveenEpidemicSound.comSoundsnap.comSound Ideas***********Game System: Cyberpunk REDStory Based: The ApartmentCover Art by KC Bailey***********Support Us:Visit https://www.Patreon.com/DumbDragonCast.***********Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partners***********email - hello@dumbdragons.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/facingfatecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the humble Board Game Night. Many of you host (or try to host) them. Some of them are public. Many are haunted by that guy. In the news, Big Walk is out, you can play The Old Prince at 18xx.games right now, and Rockstar Games is an evil union-busting company and it's going to court soon.Related LinksForum ThreadBoard Game NightDiscord ChatBoard Game NightBluesky PostBoard Game NightThings of the DayRym - Yahtzee Proficiency Test with Detailed FeedbackScott - The Hardest Working Font in Manhattan

Brendan talks about his favorite games from 1996-2000. Join us, won't you?Pick Up & Deliver 827: Look Back at 2001-2004Top 5 games from this era:Lost Cities (1999)Ra (1999)Through the Desert (2017)Torres (1999)Guillotine (1998)Honorable Mentions:Carcassonne (2000)Samurai (1998)Bohnanza (1997)Grandparent of modern games:of co-ops: The Lord of the Rings (2000)of asynch deck construction games: Netrunner (1996)of modern parlour games: Time's Up! (1999)of dumb judge games: Apples to Apples (1999)Game I played once and stunk at: Tigris & Euphrates (1997)Great head to head games:Quoridor (1997)Schotten Totten (1999)Kahuna (1998)Mystery Rummy: Jack the Ripper (1998)Hera and Zeus (2000)No thanksMetro (1997)Pokémon Trading Card Game (1996)Kill Doctor Lucky (1996)Which of these games have you enjoyed most? Share your list over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

After venturing through what feels to be a hall of memories within this dream, our Pathfinders seek to break the mirrors tied to Aslynn's powers. Though now, an endless hallway of doors and rooms awaits...Send us Fan MailLike what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you!  Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!

Send us Fan MailWobbly Player Syndrome – Episode 102: Jack of All Trades or Master of One?Is it better to dedicate yourself to a single Warhammer 40,000 army and learn every trick, matchup and interaction—or embrace the hobby butterfly and collect everything that catches your eye?In Episode 102, the Wobbly Players tackle the pros and cons of being a master of one versus a jack of all trades.We look at how tournament play and meta chasing influence army choices, whether constantly swapping factions hurts your ability to truly master an army, and whether playing multiple factions actually makes you a better player by giving you a broader understanding of the game.But it's not all about what happens on the tabletop. We also get into the realities of the hobby: new editions and codex releases, how often you actually get to play, personal playstyle, budget, storage, painting motivation, the intimidation of starting a swarm army, and the ever-present temptation of another Combat Patrol box.And our four hosts approach the question from very different directions:Greg owns six armies and tries to keep them rotating onto the table.Mark owns two but overwhelmingly focuses on his Tyranids.Michael has somehow ended up with every faction... while really just wanting to play Dark Angels.Adam has ten armies, yet World Eaters have completely captured his attention this edition.So, is having multiple armies the best way to experience everything 40K has to offer—or does spreading yourself across too many factions mean you'll never truly master any of them?And perhaps the most dangerous question of all...How many armies is too many?Join the Wobbly Players for Episode 102 as we attempt to justify our collections.Support the showSupport the PodcastIf you're enjoying the show and want to help keep Wobbly Player Syndrome rolling, Patreon is the single best way to support the channel.Your support helps cover hosting, gear, production time, and lets us keep improving the podcast while staying independent. You also get access to behind-the-scenes updates, polls, and exclusive content as the channel grows.Support us on Patreon: Patreon is live – jump in and help shape the future of the show.Prefer to watch instead of listen? You can also catch the full podcast on YouTube over on The RedBelly Forge channel.Want to support without spending a cent? Following, subscribing, liking, and sharing the episode goes a long way—and we genuinely appreciate it.However you support, thanks for being part of the community and helping keep the Warp whispering.Optional Support (Affiliate Link)If you're already picking up hobby supplies, you can also support the podcast by shopping through our Gap Games affiliate link.It doesn't cost you anything extra, but it does add a tracking cookie and gives the channel a small kickback that helps cover running costs.Totally optional—just another way to support the show wh...

Every tabletop gaming convention is dedicated to fun. But not every one of those wargame-miniature-moving, tabletop-RPG-playing, board-game-winning conventions is dedicated to an even bigger cause.  That's why Meeple-A-Thon stands out, a 501(c)(3) charity gaming convention dedicated to supporting Kansas City's at-risk and disenfranchised community members. And why it's always a special pleasure to announce Meeple-A-Thon's return as a sponsor for fellow tabletop gaming convention KantCon's 2026 event July 16-19 at the Overland Park Convention Center. David Watts is Meeple-A-Thon's director of strategic operations, a bigger role after his work organizing a wargaming section back in 2024. It's only gotten bigger, he says. “Back when it started, it could all fit in the space of a few basketball courts,” Watts said. “Now, we're to the point of attracting national vendors, more games, and we've moved to the Kansas City Convention Center.” Listen to this episode to find out more Meeple-A-Thon's work, gaming in general, and the behind-the-scenes work of making an event like this happen ...  Further resources: Meeple-A-Thon KantCon

Hail and well met, good Cabalists! Rejoice, for today marks a most glorious occasion: the 100th episode of Lords of the Dungeon! To celebrate this momentous milestone, the Lords shall do something a bit different. Rather than delving into a single topic, we shall gather around the wizard's table and share a collection of our own Game Mastering tips and tricks, little bits of arcane wisdom that may enrich your roleplaying adventures and aid you in your noble quest to become a mightier master of the game! Huzzah!

Our Trio continue onwards through the dream, fighting their reflections and other nefarious beasts, either products of Aslynn's wicked magic, or perhaps this dream  has a way of defending itself... Send us Fan MailLike what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you!  Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!

Tonight on GeekNights, we discuss data centers. Once as positive thing, they have become a blight on the Earth in the ever-growing wake of the AI bubble. Rym and Emily are back from Cedar Point and will have a couple of special episodes about it in the near future, and also have a secret VR project that's slightly less secret than it was before. In the news, the AI slop factory wants help flagging AI slop, and ZGM is an open source gaming mouse firmware.Related LinksForum ThreadData CentersDiscord ChatData CentersBluesky PostData CentersThings of the DayRym - Cedar Point x Made to ThrillScott - Milwaukee Transit Passes

Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he played for the first time at Gencon this year. Join us, won't you?Trickarus (2024)Hey Hey Relay (2024)In a Nutshell (2025)The Trial of the Forest (2026)Magical Athlete (2025)Got Five! (2026)Cyberpunk Legends (2026)What do you think of these games? Which do you find most interesting to try? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Hey Now, Cabalists! We're kicking things off with a look at culling games from our collections before getting into what's been hitting the table lately, including Animal Rescue Team, Entropy, Super Auto Pets Card Battle, Carnegie, and Eschaton. Then we take a closer look at our featured game, Revenant, designed by Allan Kirkeby. Tony T brings us the latest in Tabletop Gaming News, and we close out the show with a discussion about how to set yourself up for success on your very first play of a game. Animal Rescue Team: 00:09:00, Entropy: 00:20:33, Super Auto Pets Card Battle: 00:28:34, Carnegie: 00:36:51, Eschaton: 00:51:08, Revenant Review: 01:07:37, News with Tony T: 01:43:21, Succeeding at Your First Play: 02:47:22. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/, Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ and Prester's Painting at https://www.presterspainting.com/

Brendan shares his game plays from July and his plans for August. Join us, won't you?Top of the Stack, July 2026New Game - LibertéTop 50 game - Dungeon Petz✓I've been meaning to play this - Fit to Print✓One More - The Fox Experiment✓Shelf of OpportunityMy Top 50Top of the Stack, August 2026New Game - Night at the ZooTop 50 game - Messina 1347Another New Game - Wandering TowersOne More - Tekhenu: Obelisk of the SunWhat games did you play in July? What games will you play in August?

Brendan shares some highlights from GenCon 2026. Join us, won't you?XYZ Game LabsChecking in with friendsAzkadelia (All Play)Kervin Queliza (For Why Games)Flying Frog ProductionsCall of CthluhuTornado Warning at GenConMeeting designersBen Harkin (Floodgate Games)Dominic (North Star Games)Nick Little (Indie Boards and Cards)Gencon tipsBook a few events, but don't overschedule yourselfThink about using Lyft or Uber rather than drivingPack a LunchWhat's your favorite thing to do at a convention? Did you go to Gencon? Speak out over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

The episode features a conversation with Emma Cobb, the designer of Dialox, an Italian language card game that combines language learning and game design. Emma shares her journey and experiences that led her to develop this game, as well as the challenges and successes she encountered during the process. The game is designed to make language learning fun and engaging, with a focus on practical scenarios like ordering in a restaurant and asking for directions. Emma shares her journey of creating a language learning game, and the challenges she faced in playtesting and refining the game. She discusses the educational and social aspects of the game, as well as the potential impact on language learning. The conversation also delves into the Kickstarter project for 'Dialox' and the unique approach to language learning through tabletop games.TakeawaysLanguage learning through gamesCombining language learning and game design Language learning through tabletop gamesChallenges of playtesting and refining a language learning gameEducational and social aspects of 'Dialogues'The potential impact of 'Dialogues' on language learningUnique approach to language learning through tabletop gamesChapters00:00 The Challenge of Language Learning03:16 First Board Game Experience05:22 Inspiration for Language Learning Game09:10 Tackling Grammar in a Card Game15:19 Speaking a Foreign Language in a Game19:28 Expanding Scenarios and Languages23:05 Evolution from Board Game to Card Game31:18 Expanding to Spanish and French Versions31:46 Creating 'Dialogues' and Playtesting Challenges33:45 Transition to 'Dialogues' as it Exists Currently35:14 Influence of Culture and Language Selection39:10 Tackling Colloquialisms and Language Variations42:23 The Role of Tabletop Games in Language Learning52:24 The Future of Educational Games and Language Learning58:28 Kickstarter Project and Stretch Goals

Welcome to episode 92 of The Longest Turn! We discuss a few games on our table lately. Then we discuss all the Gen Con games we're excited about.Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/F4kX3Faxxf Other links : https://linktr.ee/LongestturnAffiliate codes: GameNerdz Support us on Buy Me a Coffee!

Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he played recently for the first time. Join us, won't you?Bury Me in the RiftThe Fox ExperimentRegarding evolution: LysenkoismDiplomacy: The Golden BladeKnow Thy Enemy: Designing for Yomi in GamesSentinels of the MultiverseWhat games have you played for the first time recently? Share your plays over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Brendan continues his discussion of his boardgame class. Join us, won't you?Pick Up & Deliver 847: Teaching About Boardgames, part 1“Fail Faster”Playtesting for game designWhat do you think about this class? What should I add or remove? Join the conversation over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

In this week's episode... Continuing along the path to Lingersville, the group has a close encounter with an spore-aticly infected bear! Puns.

Brendan talks about his approach to teaching his class about Board Games and Community. (Well, he returns to this topic, really.) Join us, won't you?Previous episodes about my teaching:Pick Up & Deliver 772: My Board Game Class (400 back)Pick Up & Deliver 366: My Board Game ClassGames we play:Monikers (2015)Beyond Balderdash (1993)Point Salad (2019)7 Wonders (2010)Carcassonne (2000)Dominion (2008)Lasers and FeelingsThe Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine (2019)Unlock! SeriesBurn the Fort (2023)Libertalia: Winds of Galecrest (2022)Games we might play:Yut Nori (500)Kalah (1940)Perudo (1800)Mexican Train (1994)Tablut (1700)What games would you use in a course? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

What makes a story unforgettable? In this episode, Andrew shares what he learned after writing more than 80,000 words for the upcoming Deliverance: Council of the Fallen campaign. From surveying players to rewriting an entire campaign narrative, this conversation dives into the craft of storytelling, worldbuilding, and creating narratives that genuinely engage an audience. Whether you're designing a board game, writing fiction, building a Kickstarter campaign, or simply trying to tell better stories through your marketing, these lessons apply far beyond games. Resources: Must Watch Episodes

We all grew up playing games — I fondly remember playing Go Fish with my grandma and her next door neighbor, as a 90s kid who grew up with an NES, it felt like every console generation was a leap forward in graphics and game quality, and, regardless of who you're cheering for, tomorrow's World Cup final will be watched by an estimated 2 billion people.But even though at some point many of us stop playing games—even if we don't stop paying attention to them—we hold onto the experiences, the feelings, and the lessons: what they taught us about ourselves, each other, and the world around us. And it's because games play an important role in human development and tell us so much about societies and cultures at large, the relationship between play, games, and learning has always been a focus of our work. It's also been the lifelong interest of my guest today, game designer, artist, author, and researcher, Dr. Mary Flanagan.Mary Flanagan is the founder of Tiltfactor game studio, whose tabletop and digital games intentionally tackle a number of social issues. The tagline on the Tiltfactor homepage reads “Game design for social change” with the challenge, “Can you make a more just and equitable world with games? At Tiltfactor, we believe we can.” Mary has also authored several incredible books, including the pivotal Critical Play about radical game design, and coauthored, Playing Oppression: The Legacy of Conquest and Empire in Colonialist Board Games. Given Mary Flanagan's unique and consequential focus, I wanted to sit down with her to see what we can learn at the intersection of play and critical pedagogy.Playing Oppression : The Legacy of Conquest and Empire in Colonialist Board GamesCritical Play: Radical Game DesignCritical.play on Instagramhttp://tiltfactor.org/https://resonym.com/

Tonight on GeekNights, we review The Ghost in the Shell (2026) animated by Science Saru. It's the original manga faithfully animated with a lot of style. In the news, The Last Blossom (HOUSENKA) will be in North American theaters for two nights, and Crunchyroll is destroying their own store (RIP Right Stuf).Related LinksForum ThreadThe Ghost in the Shell (2026)Discord ChatThe Ghost in the Shell (2026)Bluesky PostThe Ghost in the Shell (2026)Things of the DayRym - Spokanki - Tjovane (the Thieves)Scott - Pro Beach Hockey | Heavy Metal vs. Xpress 1998 (FULL BROADCAST!)

Hey Now, Cabalists! We kick off the show with an update on Chris's temporary ward, Mia the cat, while Steve comes flying out of the gate with the jokes. Then we dive into the games we've been playing, including Voidfall, Underwater Cities, Blood Rage, Nippon, Container, and feature The Gallerist, designed by Vital Lacerda. After Tony T's Tabletop Gaming News segment, the gang wraps things up by tackling a batch of listener-submitted questions. Voidfall: 00:04:23, Underwater Cities: 00:12:53, Blood Rage: 00:19:08, Container: 00:29:16, Nippon: Zaibatsu: 00:46:45, The Gallerist Review: 00:55:01, News with Tony T: 01:28:04, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:24:53. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/, Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ and Prester's Painting at https://www.presterspainting.com/

In this week's episode... With the journey to Lingersville underway, the group runs into some presumed "Fae Nonsense" that may hinder their progress. Perhaps a random coincidence? Or something more connected to the Archive? Only time will tell... if the trees are in fact... alive.

Hear ye, loyal Cabalists! Gather now before the Lords of the Dungeon, for they convene to decree upon one of the greatest virtues of masterful game mastering: the noble arts of rhythm and pacing. Know this, how swiftly the tale unfolds, how boldly each scene marches onward, and how deftly the momentum is commanded shall determine whether thine adventurers remain enthralled or drift into idle distraction. Attend this royal council and claim the wisdom for grand adventure awaits!

Hey Now Cabalists! The gang is back from Origins Game Fair with some stories to tell, including Chris' doggie bag, alpacas running around the meetup, Flat Steve scaring the shit out of everyone, Sasquatch running amok, and more! Then we chat about a bunch of games we've been playing, including Defenders of the Realm, Feya's Swamp, Warhammer Quest: Darkwater, Raising Robots, Runebound, and our future review, Orloj: The Prague Astronomical Clock, from designers Abraham Hermida and Paloma Pascual. Then Tony T gives us the news roundup, and we discuss satisfying game endings. Do you prefer a decisive victory or a nail-biter? Defenders of the Realm: 00:22:03, Feya's Swamp: 00:30:15, Warhammer Quest Darkwater: 00:42:41, Raising Robots: 00:51:28, Runebound: 01:02:40, Orloj The Prague Astronomical Clock Review: 01:14:42, News with Tony T: 01:54:52, Decisive Victory or Nail-Biter: 02:52:45. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/, Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/ and Prester's Painting at https://www.presterspainting.com/