Podcasts about tabletop games

The saga of Chris' yowling companion continues with a story of the broken foster cat! Then the gang gets into the game they've been playing including Dead of Winter, Star Wars The Deck Building Game, Dale of Merchants, Shackleton Base Expansion, Scales of Fate, and a feature review of Chaosmos from designers Matthew Austin, Dani Vigour, and Joey Vigour. Then after Tony T's wild and crazy news segment the Founders talk about the movies and TV shows they're excited about coming out this summer! Dead of Winter: 00:04:39, Star Wars The Deck Building Game: 00:15:13, Dale of Merchants: 00:20:51, Shackleton Base Expansion: 00:29:52, Scales of Fate: 00:35:53, Chaosmos Review: 00:43:35, News with Tony T: 01:22:26, Summer Movie Extravaganza: 02:14:30. 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/

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the evil cameras all around us. In the news, Nvidia introduces an underwhelming chip to make underwhelming PCs, the US gestapo are trying to buy advertiser datasets in a dangerous escalation of the police state, and Furality is this weekend!Related LinksForum ThreadThe Evil Cameras All Around UsDiscord ChatThe Evil Cameras All Around UsBluesky PostThe Evil Cameras All Around UsThings of the DayRym - HD remaster of "Rejected"Scott - Because We Feud

Brendan shares his gameplay achievements from May 2026, and looks ahead to June. Join us, won't you?May 2025 Top of the StackNew Game – AhoyXTop 50 game – Lost Ruins of Arnak✓Old Game New to Collection – TeotihuacanXOne More – Level 7 Escape✓Shelf of OpportunityJune 2026 Top of the StackNew Game – Struggle of EmpiresTop 50 game – Glory to RomeI've been meaning to play this – Tekhenu: Obelisk of the SunOne More – Bury Me In the RiftWhat did you play in May? Share your plays over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Tonight on GeekNights we consider cinema. We both love movies, and have for our entire lives. In the news, the K-shaped economy means the Steam Deck is expensive and also sold out, chemical disasters are occurring in the US, Hawaii is using state power to fight back against the disastrous Citizens United ruling, and Delaware is doing the literal opposite.Related LinksForum ThreadCinemaDiscord ChatCinemaBluesky PostCinemaThings of the DayRym - Incentive per diemScott - hallucinate: Massively Multiplayer Online Rave

Brendan talks about games themed around books. Join us, won't you?Games about LibrariesEx Libris (2017)The Big Book of Madness (2015)Mythic Mischief (2022)The Great Library (2026)Fire in the Library (2019)Alexandria (2017)Atheneum: Mystic Library (2020)Games about Managing BooksA Place for All My Books (2025)My Shelfie (2022)Games about Words and BooksIlliterati (2023)Paperback (2014)Hardback (2018)Fiction (2023)Games About Book-MakingBiblios (2007)Gutenberg (2021)Other themesBooks of Time (2023)Alma Mater (2020)What games about books do you enjoy? Share them over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

In this week's episode... Bonwyn rejoins the group deep beneath the school, where a confused but determined Joe struggles to piece together memories that may hold the key to everything. As more clues surface, the path ahead becomes clearer and all signs point toward the strange, former, town of Lingersville.

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider games where the numbers go up. Like Balatro or Slay the Spire or 9 Kings or Vampire Survivors. These games might intersect with deeper societal problems related to the signifier and the signified and the trap of hyperreality. In the news, the NAACP calls for a boycott of southern public school athletics due to their extreme gutting of voting rights, Ferrari launches the Luce, and nobody is booking rooms for the World Cup.Related LinksForum ThreadGames where the numbers go upDiscord ChatGames where the numbers go upBluesky PostGames where the numbers go upThings of the DayRym - Otakon 08 Geeknights promoScott - Sales & Dungeons

Tonight on the GeekNights Book Club, we discuss Ray Nayler's The Mountain in the Sea. Recommended by the staff at LIC Book Culture it's a cyberpunk novel about minds and consciousness (among other things). It's worth a read.Related LinksForum ThreadThe Mountain in the SeaDiscord ChatThe Mountain in the SeaBluesky PostThe Mountain in the SeaThings of the DayRym - ヨルシカ - あぶく（OFFICIAL VIDEO）Scott - ANIMEVOX

Hey now, Cabalists! Today, Chris and Jamie kick off the show with a change of pace by reviewing the video game Mixtape. Then the gang dives into all the great board games they've been playing, including Orloj The Prague Astronomical Clock, Kemet Rise of the Gods, Coming of Age, Ark Nova, Catan On the Road, and the featured game Cysmic from designer Jason Blake. Then, after Tony T talks about all the Pokémon smashing grabs, the boys take on topics from listeners, including the most valuable board games and their favorite all-day board game sessions.Orloj The Prague Astronomical Clock: 00:11:04, Kemet Rise of the Gods: 00:24:01, Coming of Age: 00:32:43, Ark Nova: 00:42:06, Catan On the Road: 00:50:49, Cysmic Review: 00:56:11, News with Tony T: 01:33:31, Short Topics Extravaganza: 02:17:48. 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 examines the recent posts on boardgamegeek as though the threads are there as questions for him. Join us, won't you?Negotiation in GamesSpiel des Jahres NomineesTrying to replace a stock image – need help8 Board Game Re-Themes I Made for FunLooking to get into more complex Euros… what is a good “step up”?New to board/card game design so using simulation to test mechanicsOn Board Games 589: TeachabilityMultiple or singular artists?Hello New ComersHow to choose the best board game ?Requesting 10 GG to start a guild for a local gaming groupWhat do you think of this format? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Send us Fan MailThe battle rages on, as our Pathfinders Mossi, Aliadiere and The Boulder continue to fight against these gavel-bearing, pun-throwing weasel demons! This time, our trio will finish the fight. Like 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 examines the recent posts on boardgamegeek as though the threads are there as questions for him. Join us, won't you?Negotiation in GamesSpiel des Jahres NomineesTrying to replace a stock image – need help8 Board Game Re-Themes I Made for FunLooking to get into more complex Euros… what is a good “step up”?New to board/card game design so using simulation to test mechanicsOn Board Games 589: TeachabilityMultiple or singular artists?Hello New ComersHow to choose the best board game ?Requesting 10 GG to start a guild for a local gaming groupWhat do you think of this format? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the problem of spam in the current era. We last talked about spam in 2007. (Note that spam is distinct from slop. In the news, Rym is back from Hong Kong, supply chain attacks remain a major threat, the kids are booing AI people at graduations, Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI, deepfake software is getting better, and Meta is laying off 10% of its entire workforce.Related LinksForum ThreadSpam in 2026Discord ChatSpam in 2026Bluesky PostSpam in 2026Things of the DayRym - NASA Didn't Even Know!!Scott - UnDUNE II: The Demaking of a Dynasty

Brendan talks about three games he played for the first time recently. Join us, won't you?Postcards (2025)Leviathan Wilds (2024)Episode 027: Shadow of the LeviathanMANTIS (2022)“Why the MANTIS shrimp is my new favorite animal.”Fugitive (2017) (revisited)What games have you tried lately? Share your plays over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

This episode originally aired on October 27, 2025. Second Best of Did You Knows in four episodes. It's no trick; it's a treat. The Did You Know segments of Jesus Changes People is the time in the show when the guys share facts about the Bible, Christian History, and Christian Oddities. Five of the Did You Knows in this volume are focused on Tabletop Games. One is a brand new Did You Know for Jesus Changes People 200th episode. Join Ken and Mike as they share five of these facts with us again. And throw in a new one for this episode. The 6 Did You Knows came from these 6 episodes:Season 8 - Episode 109 - January 29, 2024 - The CredentialsSeason 8 - Episode 126 - May 27, 2024 - Father AbrahamSeason 12 - Episode 200 - October 27, 2025 - Best of Did You Knows, Vol. 6 - Tabletop Game EditionSeason 8 - Episode 147 - October 21, 2024 - Character Sketch Of A LegalistSeason 10 - Episode 166 - March 3, 2025 - Love Inside And OutSeason 11 - Episode 175 - May 5, 2025 - Wrapping Up Together With ChristSupport the show

Brendan shares his thoughts about what makes for a great beginning to a game. This follows up on the previous episode about ends of games. Join us, won't you?Happy Salmon (2016)Bruce Voge IIIPaku Paku (2017)Escape: The Curse of the Temple (2012)dude (2018)Agricola (2007)Res Arcana (2019)3 Chapters (2024)Calico (2020)Las Vegas (2012)A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition) (2011)A Handful of Stars (2017)Sidereal Confluence (2017)Pandemic (2008)Honorable Mentions:Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization (2015)The Resistance: Avalon (2012)Which games do you hope think have amazing openings? Share your thoughts with the guild over on boardgamegeek, #3269. See you there!

Hearken, travelers, to this gathering of Game Masters, wherein the Lords speak of the folk who breathe life into realms of fantasy and adventure - the Non-Player Characters! From steadfast companions and black-hearted villains to merry fools and curious villagers, we unravel the craft of creating memorable souls to wander thy world. We speak of weaving these characters into grand tales, stirring the hearts of players through cunning plots, tense encounters, and moments of laughter round the table. Come, and learn how a well-spun character may turn a humble campaign into a legend sung through the ages!

In this week's episode... Finding the Hall Monitor in the basement of a school leads the team to some interesting questions about the history of Vintersmouth and it's tie to the Weeping Archives.

Send us Fan MailHaving progressed into the 3rd memory in Tragic's fractured mind, our heroes bear witness to the shadowy secrets of Tragic's earlier life in the Netherworld.Like 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 talks about how games end, and recommends five games with compelling endings. Join us, won't you?Skull King (2013)Arkham Horror: The Card Game (2016)Monikers (2015)Escape! The Curse of the Temple (2012)A Study in Emerald (2013)Honorable MentionsRes Arcana (2019)The Adventurers: The Pyramid of Horus (2011)QE (2019)What games do you think have good endings? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Brendan talks about three games he tried recently for the first time, and one game he dusted off. Join us, won't you?Light Speed: Arena (2025)Core Worlds (2011)Verdant (2022)Underwater Cities: Data Era (2025)What do you think of these games? What have you been playing lately? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Tonight on GeekNights, we review The Running Man (2025) directed by Edgar Wright. This completes our full tour of the Runnings Man, as we previously reviewed the original Running Man novel from 1982 and the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger Running Man. There are no more men to run. Also look at the difference in mood between the 1987 ending credits and the 2025 ending credits. The latter seem like they're saying something, but I can't quite put my finger on it...In the news, The American World Cup transit situation is a disaster, and the new Steam Controller sold out once already.Related LinksForum ThreadThe Running Man (2025)Discord ChatThe Running Man (2025)Bluesky PostThe Running Man (2025)Things of the DayRym - Geddan (Get Down) - Goblin ModeScott - Cursor Camp

Hey now, and happy Wednesday, Cabalists! Today we kick things off with a full rundown and review of Untold: Chess Mates, the documentary exploring the controversy between Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann. Then we dive into the games we've been playing, including Spooktacular, Shackleton Base, Sniper Elite, For All Mankind, Druids of Edora, and a feature review of Feya's Swamp from Helge and Anselm Ostertag. After Tony T's new segment, we wrap things up with “The Best Part,” where each of us picks a game, breaks down our favorite aspect, and explains what makes it truly special. Spooktacular: 00.12.36, Shackleton Base: 00.19.32, Sniper Elite: The Board Game: 00.32.20, For All Mankind: 00.40.34, Druids of Edora: 00.52.19, Feya's Swamp Review: 01.03.57, News with Tony T: 01.42.15, The Best Part: 02.40.02. 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 the films he watched during March and April of 2026, and what he thought of them. Join us, won't you?An Honest LiarTrickerion: Legends of Illusion (2015)Unmatched: Houdini vs. The Genie (2022)Birds (workaround for Listers)ListersWingspan (2019)Project Hail MaryDaybreak (2023)The Search for Planet X (2020)The Naked GunDeception: Murder in Hong Kong (2014)Poetry for Neanderthals (2020)Empire RecordsEmpire Records (themestorm)Red, White & Royal BlueFog of Love (2017)Road HouseFree With Ads podcast “Road House”Vengeance (2018)What films did you watch in March and April of 2026? Share your viewing and game recommendations over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Send us Fan MailThe Fight for the Grand Lodge continues, as Mossi, Aliadiere and The Boulder push forward trying to break the magical locks of the Pathfinder Vault. This vault, where our heroes first encountered Aslynn, is now hopefully where they'll find the way to stop her attack.Like 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, it's a Tech News Roundup! Madison Square Garden's insane surveillance machine, Github's ongoing collapse, Mac minis being hit by the ongoing RAM crisis, Ask.com is dead, a trivial-to-exploit Linux vulnerability, OpenAI won't stop talking about goblins, Apple fixes a notification vulnerability with Signal, iOS finally adds end-to-end encryption to RCS, AI slop podcasts are spreading, Roblox can't make money if kids can't sign up, and Tim Apple is replaced by John Apple.Related LinksForum ThreadTech News Roundup May 2026Discord ChatTech News Roundup May 2026Bluesky PostTech News Roundup May 2026Things of the DayRym - What do other animals think of human music?Scott - Teddy Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln in the same photo

Send us Fan MailThe party must now prepare to return to Casterhaven after waking up in the B.A.C.T.A. tanks in the Leylan Ruins. They will definitely need a plan to do so starting with a good disguise!  The Unknowing | Unending Form Arc | Episode 4Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm 

Brendan examines the games that came out between 2001 and 2004 (inclusive), and shares his view of which games are best. Join us, won't you?Top 5 games from 2001-2004Betrayal at House on the Hill (2004)Ticket to Ride (2004)The Downfall of Pompeii (2004)Coloretto (2003)Alhambra (2003)Best Game whose revised version is great: A Game of Thrones (2003)Best Game I don't like that much: Power Grid (2004)Best Game I haven't played much: Puerto Rico (2002)Best Game with a BORING theme: Ingenious (2004)Best Stabby game: Lifeboat (2002)Previous Look Back episodesWhat are your favorite games from 2001-2004? Which ones should I seek out to try? Share your thoughts over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Brendan shares his gameplay stats and experiences from April of 2026, and his plans for May. Join us, won't you?Top of the Stack, April 2026New Game – Light Speed Arena✓Top 50 game – Lost Ruins of ArnakOld Game New to Collection – RootOne More – Core Worlds✓Shelf of OpportunityMy Top 50Top of the Stack, May 2026New Game – AhoyTop 50 game – Lost Ruins of ArnakOld Game New to Collection – TeotihuacanOne More – Level 7 EscapeWhat did you play in April? Share your plays and your plans in our boardgamegeek guild #3269!

New game from publisher Lone Colossas Games is coming to Crowd Funding and we needed to find out more about this one! Conesy and Suzanne chat with Josh to find out more about the game, One of Us Will Die. If you like Social Deduction games like Werewolf, Two Rooms and a Boom, and Coup and like playing role playing games then this is a game you should definitely check out. Support it now on Kickstarter * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lonecolossusgames/one-of-us-will-die?ref=essq0k 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

Tabletop Games x TTRPGs x Leviticus 26:10 x 1 Corinthians 13:11-12Your daily crossover of faith and fandom! Experience daily Biblical encouragement from nerdy Christian podcasters, bloggers and content creators. Join the Nerd of Godcast community at www.NOGSquad.com

Brendan shares his thoughts on three games he tried for the first time recently. Join us, won't you?Gnome Hollow (2024)Horrified: Greek Monsters (2023)Horrified (2019)Horrified: American Monsters (2021)Horrified: World of Monsters (2024)Awkward Guests 2: The Berwick Cases (2023)Clue (1949)Awkward Guests: The Walton Case (2016)Seasons (2012)Res Arcana (2019)What games have you been playing lately? What do you think of this episode's games? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in our guild, #3269.

Send us Fan MailPine, Saturnia Bo'boakl and Zache continue to delve into Tragic's mind, will they figure out what haunts Tragic's past? Can the party quell Aslynn's magic to save his soul?Like 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!

Tabletop Games x TTRPGs x 1 Corinthians 15:57 x Romans 8:37 x Romans 5:8Your daily crossover of faith and fandom! Experience daily Biblical encouragement from nerdy Christian podcasters, bloggers and content creators. Join the Nerd of Godcast community at www.NOGSquad.com

Thursdays, we host a live call in show to chat with YOU about board games you've been playing and enjoying.* (813) 618-7099 *Call in and share what you've been playing lately.Thursdays9pm ETOur Board game Call-In Show is live streaming every Thursday night at 9pm eastern.youtube.com/beansanddicepodcastCall In Show (813) 618-7099Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BeansAndDice/Discord Link:https://discord.gg/UZ6RxyhBeansanddice@gmail.com-------------------------------------#boardgames #boardgamegeek  #tabletopgames #tabletopgaming #tabletopcommunity #gamer #gamenight #games #boardgame  #bgg 

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider a bunch of anime that struck us in some way. In the news, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse" is coming, new Ghost in the Shell is coming, and Coyote vs. Acme is coming. Also we're back!Related LinksForum ThreadNotable Anime in Various CategoriesDiscord ChatNotable Anime in Various CategoriesBluesky PostNotable Anime in Various CategoriesThings of the DayRym - The Bloody Mary (PILOT)Scott - Frugit

Brendan shares his first impression of three different games he tried recently. Join us, won't you?Wilmot's Warehouse (2024)Istanbul: The Dice Game (2017)Hanabi (2010) (revisited)Trekking the World (2020)What new games have you played lately? What do you think of the games featured in this episode? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Brendan shares some of his favorite things about Boardgamegeek. Join us, won't you?Ongoing contests or activitiesNAME….THAT….GAAAAYME!!!Out of the DustReally detailed discussions of rules questionsSanctuary – Gain a tile from the pile and use it for open space.Fan-made contentLoop inc – Solo Rules plus Additional Stretch Goal Rules, fancy formattingRecommendations forumThe Boardgamegeek DatabaseModerationGeek Citizenship RecognitionWhat do you like about Boardgamegeek? What would you change to make it better? Share your thoughts over on …. boardgamegeek in our forums, guild #3269.

Hey now, Cabalists! Today's episode opens with the most inane conversation you're ever going to hear in your entire lives—bar none. Then we dive into board games, including A Gest of Robin Hood, Take Time, Ark Nova: Marine Worlds Expansion, The Vale of Eternity, and French Toast, and feature Anunnaki: Dawn of the Gods by Simone Luciani and Danilo Sabia. After Tony T's News segment, we tackle some listener questions, including ornamental games, movies and video games that should be board games, and how we feel about fan-made board game expansions. A Gest of Robin Hood: 00:04:51, Take Time: 00:18:56, Ark Nova Marine Worlds Expansion: 00:31:52, Vale of Eternity: 00:43:48, French Toast: 00:51:10, Anunnaki Dawn of the Gods Review: 1:02:12, News with Tony T: 01:45:45, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:56:53. 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... The group's effort to retrieve Cogsworth Quackleton reveals a mysterious secret beneath the Vintersmouth School basement that appears to have been locked away for quite a some time.

Brendan talks about how five ways story and games interact. Join us, won't you?A set narrativeSherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Thames Murders & Other Cases (1981)Chronicles of Crime (2018)Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game (2018)A selection of narrative elementsBetrayal at House on the Hill (2004)A Touch of Evil: The Supernatural Game (2008)Player-generated narrativeWilmot's Warehouse (2024)MicroscopeMechanical narrative momentsRisk (1959)Hot Streak (2025)Ready Set Bet (2022)A Study in Emerald (2013)Narrative purpose embedded in rulesDungeon Petz (2011)Anachrony (2017)What ways do you appreciate how story and narrative blend together? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Send us Fan MailTaking the captive clone to Casterhaven seems to have been the right move as the guards and Arch Magus seem kind and willing to help. Now they are going to ask about the heart shard. Nothing can go wrong from here... right? RIGHT?!The Unknowing | Unending Form Arc | Episode 3 Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm 

PU&D 819: Epona, Marshmallow Test, Finspan, Gizmos (revisited)Brendan shares his thoughts on three games he tried for the first time recently, and one he revisited. Join us, won't you?Epona (2025)Marshmallow Test (2020)Finspan (2025)Gizmos (2018)Have you played any of these games? What games have you tried lately? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in Guild #3269.

Brendan shares some thoughts about the themes and ideas in the cult classic teen comedy, Empire Records. Join us, won't you?Empire Records (1995)Running a StoreBargain Quest (2017)Epic Resort (2014)Music is LifeGWAR vs. Time! (2020)Vinyl (2019)Rock Hard: 1977 (2024)What Life Will You Lead?The Pursuit of Happiness (2015)Funny Friends (2005)Cult ClassicsA Study in Emerald (2013)Cosmic Frog (2020)Glory to Rome (2005)Needle DropsWhat's He Building in There? (2013)“What's He Building?”Come Together (2022)“Come Together”Do you celebrate Rex Manning day? What other movies do you think about once a year? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Good morrow, esteemed Cabalists. On this day, the Lords of the Dungeon convene in earnest discourse upon the noble Art of designing encounters within the realm of role-playing. They shall expound upon the intricacies of social dealings, the perils and stratagems of martial combat, and the treacherous trials imposed by the very environment itself, each bearing its own hazards and the promise of worthy reward. By what methods, then, might one craft encounters most fitting and memorable for their grand adventures? Attend closely, and let the inquiry be joined with vigor. Huzzah!

Good morning and happy Wednesday! Let's get busy with some of the great games the founders have been playing, including Echoes of Time, Dracula vs. Van Helsing, Dark Pact, First Giants, and Citizens of the Spark, along with a feature review of Rewild: South America from Bruno Liguori Sia. Then, after Tony T gives us the best gaming news he can find, we dive into the culture of play in your gaming group. We discuss a situation with a Cabalist from our BGG forum, how we schedule game nights, how we pick games, and our motivations for gaming together. Echoes of Time: 00:04:01, Dracula vs. Van Helsing: 00:12:23, Dark Pact: 00:22:34, Citizens of the Spark: 00:31:43, First Giants: 00:40:57, Rewild South America Review: 00:48:05, News with Tony T: 01:23:17, The Culture of Play: 02:15:22. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/ and Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/.

In this week's episode... Bizard and Kav meet up with Alydin at the school to review some of her readings on Artificing. While there, the group uncovers strange events that lead them to start asking questions about the staff and renovations.

In this week's episode... Strange visions and altered property gives the group more questions as they get ready to meet up at Cave to find out what Oak was able to uncover about Lingersville.

Garrett and Kara like to play board games together. Early in their relationship, they agreed to one rule: They will not harm each other's gameplay. This way, they can keep their game nights relaxed and friendly. Kara, a former Texan, wants to spice things up a bit by going back to a more aggressive form of play. Garrett, a conflict-avoidant midwesterner, is worried that competition will ruin their good time! Is Kara actually a sore loser, or is Garrett afraid of what might happen when he unleashes his inner beast? Our "And I'm Gay" t-shirt is STILL AVAILABLE! Don't know what that means? Listen to last week's episode, JUGGERNAUT, LEST YE BE JUDGED, and fall in love with litigants Patty and Cordelia like we did. Then buy the shirt commemorating Patty's stunning poem, “The sky is blue / the grass is green / I love X-MEN / and I'm gay.” With gorgeous art by Sonny Ross, this shirt is available for a limited time! You have until April 3 so get over to MaxFunStore.com now! Thanks to reddit user u/Halfloaf for naming this week's case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at reddit.com/r/maximumfun! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Become a member to unlock special bonus episodes, discounts on our merch, and more by joining us at: maximumfun.org/join!

Hey Now Cabalist! The show kicks off with Steve's mailbag and more about Tony Squatty Potties and then we dive into the games: LA-1, Star Wars Outer Rim, The White Castle, Clank! Catacombs w/ Lairs and Lost Chambers, Viticulture Bordeaux, and a feature review of Aquaria from Tomas Holek. Then after Tony T's News segment we take a bunch of questions from listeners. LA-1: 00:06:15, The White Castle: 00:16:50, Clank! Catacombs with Lairs and Lost Chambers: 00:24:24, Star Wars Outer Rim: 00:32:10, Viticulture Bordeaux: 00:42:23, Aquaria Review: 00:50:36, News with Tony T: 01:24:34, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:22:16. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/ and Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/.