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The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast
Episode 325: Galileo Galilei and Cabalist Spicy Hot Takes

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 193:32


Tony's back from Ireland and Steve's shot out of a cannon! Get ready for a wild ride. Today the gang runs down a bunch of games they've been playing including Transgalactica, Sekigahara The Unification of Japan, The White Castle, Steam Power, Shackleton Base, and a feature review of Galileo Galilei by new designer Tomas Holek. Then after Tony T wrestles the News hosting duties away from Steve, the gang reads and discusses some spicy hot takes submitted by Cabalists! Transgalactica: 00:04:31, Sekigahara: 00:14:35, The White Castle: 00:21:38, Steam Power: 00:32:26, Shackleton Base: 00:42:12, Galileo Galilei: 00:56:08, News with Tony T: 01:27:01, Cabalist Spicy Hot Takes: 02:16:49. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

Salt and Sass
Episode LXXIII

Salt and Sass

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 63:09


In Episode LXXIII Mandi and Suzanne discuss Ginkopolis, Moonrakers, Night Cage, and Dracula vs Van Helsing. The Game Pie of the show is "Games We Love at 3 Players" Pie. (Video games mentioned: Bloom Town, Wandering Village, Patapon, Islanders New Shores, and Dominion.) Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to rate us on your podcast listening platform. BGG Guild:  https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/4131 Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/saltandsass.bsky.social YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/SaltandSassGames  Twitch:  https://www.twitch.tv/saltandsassgames Email: SaltAndSassGames@gmail.com

Pick Up and Deliver
Emptying the Dust Bin, March & April, 2025

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 19:24


Brendan talks about the games he dusted off in March and April of 2025 but didn't get a chance to talk about again. Join us, won't you?March dusty games– Elder Sign (1 Year, 4 Months, 17 Days dusty)– Patchwork (1 Year, 7 Months, 12 Days dusty)– Chocolate Factory (1 Year, 8 Months, 6 Days dusty)– Bärenpark (1 Year, 13 Days dusty)April dusty games– Escape: Curse of the Temple (2 Years, 11 Days dusty) ✓– Port Royal (2 Years, 2 Months, 29 Days dusty) ✓– Globetrotting (2 Years, 10 Months, 11 Days dusty) ✓– Quacks of Quedlinberg (2 Years, 7 Months, 3 Days dusty) ✓What games did you dust off in March and April? What do you think of the games I dusted off? Share your thoughts over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed
Emptying the Dust Bin, March & April, 2025

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 19:24


Brendan talks about the games he dusted off in March and April of 2025 but didn't get a chance to talk about again. Join us, won't you?March dusty games– Elder Sign (1 Year, 4 Months, 17 Days dusty)– Patchwork (1 Year, 7 Months, 12 Days dusty)– Chocolate Factory (1 Year, 8 Months, 6 Days dusty)– Bärenpark (1 Year, 13 Days dusty)April dusty games– Escape: Curse of the Temple (2 Years, 11 Days dusty) ✓– Port Royal (2 Years, 2 Months, 29 Days dusty) ✓– Globetrotting (2 Years, 10 Months, 11 Days dusty) ✓– Quacks of Quedlinberg (2 Years, 7 Months, 3 Days dusty) ✓What games did you dust off in March and April? What do you think of the games I dusted off? Share your thoughts over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

GeekNights with Rym + Scott
Why there's no big tech news

GeekNights with Rym + Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 54:48


Tonight on GeekNights, we consider why there, broadly, aren't major consumer technology developments lately. In the news, Debian reduces support for i386 and Chrome OS is combining with Android. Also we'll be live at PAX West!Related LinksForum ThreadWhy there's no big tech newsDiscord ChatWhy there's no big tech newsBluesky PostWhy there's no big tech newsThings of the DayRym - The ‘Goal' That Changed The NHL ForeverScott - Hot Spring Shark Attack

The Longest Turn Board Gaming Podcast
Episode 82: Summer Games

The Longest Turn Board Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 79:03


Welcome to episode 82 of The Longest Turn Board Gaming Podcast! We discuss a bunch of games we've been playing lately! What have you been playing this summer? 00:00:00 - Intro Games Played Lately: 00:02:50 - Hot Streak 00:10:25 - Silver: Fang 00:17:33 - StarCraft The Board Game 00:24:40 - Dice Miner 00:31:05 - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game 00:36:59 - Zombicide: White Death 00:45:31 - Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game - Clone Wars Edition 00:51:48 - Clank! Legacy Acquisitions Incorporated 01:05:23 - Excited about/New Games/Crowdfunding: Star Trek: Captain's Chair - Second Contact, Colosseum, Vantage, Grimcoven, Nemesis: Retaliation, Unmatched: Battle of Legends Volume 3, Clank! Catacombs: Underworld, Railroad Tiles, Excalibur and more... Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/F4kX3Faxxf  Other links : https://linktr.ee/Longestturn Affiliate codes: GameNerdz Support us on Buy Me a Coffee!

Pick Up and Deliver
In the Year of the Dragon; Parade; Evenfall; Hardback (revisited)

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 19:41


Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried recently. Join us, won't you?In the Year of the Dragon: 10th Anniversary (2017)Beijing (2026)Notre Dame: 10th Anniversary (2017)Agricola (2007)Parade (2007)Hardback (2018) (revisited)Ascension: Deckbuilding Game (2010)Evenfall (2023)Elysium (2015)What games have you tried lately? What do you think of these games? Share your experiences with them over on Boardgamegeek in our guild, #3269.

Wobbly Player Syndrome - A Warhammer 40k Podcast
Episode 88 - Come Fly With Me

Wobbly Player Syndrome - A Warhammer 40k Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 69:32


Send us a textThis week (?), Greg, Adam, SFW Mark, and Radio Mike take to the skies to debate whether flyers have a place in Warhammer 40K's 10th Edition. Are Games Workshop trying to phase out the Aircraft keyword altogether? The crew discusses the challenges of making flyers viable on the tabletop, ideas for improving their rules, and why some Chaos Legions ended up with the infamous Heldrake while others didn't. Join us for hobby banter, tactical takes, and the usual Wobbly Player humour as we explore the highs and lows of aircraft in the grimdark future. Support the showEnjoying the podcast and want to help support it?There are plenty of ways to show your love and keep the content coming! Become a monthly supporter: Support Us Grab some merch: Check out our store Subscribe to the Twitch channel: Join us on Twitch New store! RedBelly Designs Want great hobby deals while supporting the podcast? Shop with Gap Games: Click here for outrageous deals! (Cookies applied for kickbacks to the team.) And whatever you do, don't forget to hit that Follow button!

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed
In the Year of the Dragon; Parade; Evenfall; Hardback (revisited)

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 19:41


Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried recently. Join us, won't you?In the Year of the Dragon: 10th Anniversary (2017)Beijing (2026)Notre Dame: 10th Anniversary (2017)Agricola (2007)Parade (2007)Hardback (2018) (revisited)Ascension: Deckbuilding Game (2010)Evenfall (2023)Elysium (2015)What games have you tried lately? What do you think of these games? Share your experiences with them over on Boardgamegeek in our guild, #3269.

GeekNights with Rym + Scott
Everything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York Commune

GeekNights with Rym + Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 64:20


Tonight on the GeekNights Book Club, we discuss Everything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York Commune, 2052-2072 Despite several compelling aspects, its ultimately was a frustrating read which we discuss at length. That said, it's important to have post-apocalyptic works that imagine a better world rather than a worse one, however naive some of the interrogation of the subject ends up being.Related LinksForum ThreadEverything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York CommuneDiscord ChatEverything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York CommuneBluesky PostEverything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York CommuneThings of the DayRym - dogs with a loving family when the frontdoor is slightly openScott - ET Book is a Bembo-like font

Look Out, Sir! 40k
210. Who's the best Daemon Primarch? There's only one way to find out... FIGHT!

Look Out, Sir! 40k

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 143:13


Send us a textIn EPISODE TWO HUNDRED TEN (210) of the "LOOK OUT, SIR! 40K" Podcast we seek to discover who is the best of the Daemon Primarchs available to purchase and play in the current edition of Warhammer 40,000. That being Angron of the World Eaters who's well into Khorne. Fulgrim from the Emperor's Children who likes to be tickled by Slaanesh. Magnus the Red of the Thousand Sons, who has at times had a complicated relationship with Tzeentch. And Mortarion of the Death Guard who is a sickly lad, thus Nurgle. Which of these 4 champions is the best? Listen and learn. KING OF THE CHARACTERS TOURNAMENT (KOTCT) RULES:Everyone fights everyone one on one in one round. This is not best two out of three. One and done!We're using each Daemon Primarchs' Datasheet as they are in their Published Physical Codex's. No FAQs or Errata are being observed.Each Daemon Primarch benefits from their Army Rules, but we are not using any Detachment Rules.3 points for a win which is determined by first blood/kill and/or being alive at the end of 5 Battle-Rounds. 1 point for killing your opponent on death, either by a result of a Deadly Demise or Fight-On-Death ability. 0 points for losing. Huge thank you to CHRISTOBER21 for the 5 STAR REVIEW via APPLE PODCASTS FINLAND, we massively appreciate your support. Cheers! Please consider supporting LOOK OUT, SIR! on PATREON, which occasionally features fancy EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/lookoutsir40k We also have MERCHANDISE available to purchase from Rev-Level: https://www.rev-level.com/lookoutsir40k  SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lookoutsir/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lookoutsir40k/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lookoutsir40k  Thanks very much for taking the time to listen and by extension support our podcast. We hugely appreciate it and hope that you enjoy the show.

Pick Up and Deliver
4 Things I like about Revive

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 17:28


Brendan shares things he likes a lot about Revive, from Aporta games.Distinct player factions7 Wonders (2010)Shared map with interactionMosaic: A Story of Civilization (2022)Combotastic Tech TreePraga Caput Regni (2020)Do you enjoy Revive? Share your thoughts on it over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed
4 Things I like about Revive

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 17:28


Brendan shares things he likes a lot about Revive, from Aporta games.Distinct player factions7 Wonders (2010)Shared map with interactionMosaic: A Story of Civilization (2022)Combotastic Tech TreePraga Caput Regni (2020)Do you enjoy Revive? Share your thoughts on it over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast
Lords of the Dungeon 87: Listener Inquiry Gallimaufry

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 61:44


Hark, noble Cabalists, and well met! Gather ye ‘round, for thou art most welcome to yet another enchanted convening of the Lords of the Dungeon! This day, our bold and steadfast adventurers doth recount the wondrous tales of their voyage through the strange and many-layer'd realms of Planescape, with the wise and venerable Archmage AC guiding their path. Thereafter, the Lords dost heed the call of the arcane scrolls sent forth by our loyal listeners - speaking on their most cherished villains, the sacred handling of canon lore, the art of imparting wisdom unto fledgling Game Masters, and the campaign settings they wouldst most desire to conjure for their fellowship. So attend, brave souls, for much knowledge and mirth await within!

Dumbgeons & Dragons - D&D 5E Actual Play
Feed Drop – LOOTERS: Season 2 | Presented by Dumbgeons

Dumbgeons & Dragons - D&D 5E Actual Play

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 78:47


Today on Dumbgeons & Dragons, we're teaming up with our friends at LOOTERS—an actual play podcast that blends gritty political sci-fi with the chaotic charm of a crew of loveable space outlaws.Their brand-new season launched on May 27, 2025, and it's the perfect place to jump in—no prior listening required! In this premiere episode, you'll meet a cast of rebels, rogues, and reluctant heroes tangled in high-stakes missions, corporate conspiracies, and just enough interstellar nonsense to keep things delightfully unhinged. New LOOTERS episodes drop every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts—and yes, you can watch them too!Start listening (or watching!) at https://www.looterspodcast.com/.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GeekNights with Rym + Scott
Auction and Bidding Mechanics

GeekNights with Rym + Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 70:33


Tonight on GeekNights, we consider auction and bidding mechanics in games. In the news, DriveThruRPG chose cowardice, and Microsoft lays of 9,000 people. GeekNights will be live at PAX West with an all new lecture on the same topic as this show! Our talk The Everlasting Game from PAX East is on youtube!Related LinksForum ThreadAuction and Bidding MechanicsDiscord ChatAuction and Bidding MechanicsBluesky PostAuction and Bidding MechanicsThings of the DayRym - I turned down a [REDACTED] showScott - PAC-MAN Superfast!

Pick Up and Deliver
Great First Plays!

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 19:09


Springing from a great conversation over on the PU&D Guild forums on Boardgamegeek, Brendan reflects on what makes for a great first play. Join us, won't you?“The Poisoned Chalice”A Great Teach“How to Teach Games Like a Pro”The Party Game CastNucleum (2023)Happy Salmon (2016)Everdell Farshore (2023)Nanty Narking (2019)Life & Mood & AtmosphereTiny Towns (2019)Carpe Diem (2018)The Hunger (2021)Rats of Wistar (2023)MindsetAndroid: Netrunner (2012)John's criteriaPredisposition – Sidereal Confluence (2017)Surprise – Free Radicals (2022)Atmosphere – Bärenpark (2017)What makes a good play for you? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Clownfish TV: Audio Edition
Tabletop Game Scene COOKED? Paizo in TROUBLE Over Diamond Bankruptcy!

Clownfish TV: Audio Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 14:33


Dungeons & Dragons competitors Pathfinder and Starfinder are going to have a major hiccup in distribution thanks to the Diamond bankruptcy. With everything in tatters now -- even big players like CMON -- is the board game and tabletop bubble bursting? Kinda feels like it... Watch this podcast episode on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. D/REZZED News covers Pixels, Pop Culture, and the Paranormal! We're an independent, opinionated entertainment news blog covering Video Games, Tech, Comics, Movies, Anime, High Strangeness, and more. As part of Clownfish TV, we strive to be balanced, based, and apolitical. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://news.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629

Savage Bear Podcast
Savage Bear Society: Within the Prairies - Part 11

Savage Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 48:10


Suhko has been defeated! Aslynn's plans are stopped for now, though word travels fast of our Pathfinders encounters with the Night Hag's daughters. Our three heroes Bo'Boakl, Saturnia and Aliadiere now travel onward towards the end of their journey, finally delivering the Star Gun back home. This episode concludes our wonderful adventure through Arcadia, and our playthrough of Pathfinder Society Scenario #4-13: Within the Prairies. As always, thank you for tuning in, and we'll see you again with the next Pathfinder Society Scenario on Savage Bear Society! 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!

Ages of Pain | Age of Umbra Episode 5 Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 128:34


Part 2 Past horrors call upon August and Misty in the Screaming Forest and hard decisions come to all as they approach the Amber Gate... DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

Nerd Overload
Episode 456 - Jean-Claude Gosh-Darn

Nerd Overload

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 59:58


This week, Sam and Josh ramble about the start of Dandadan Season 2, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, The Fifth Element, The Thing with Two Heads, some new Street Figher movie casting, the mistake that is Very Young Frankenstein... AND MORE!! Hey! Do you like our logo? Do you also like t-shirts, mugs, and other cool stuff? Well, now you can get a shirt or mug with our logo! Head to our TeePublic (https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdoverloadnow) page to check them out!

Nother Realm
Ep 74: Back to the End (The Neverthere: Hopesworn)

Nother Realm

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 56:16


Send us a textMargbark and Osiris search Port Wayworth for Archie, hoping to reach whatever part of him is still human. At the same time, they begin a desperate quest to bring Six back, following threads of magic and memory toward the Palace of Withering Stone. The answers lie ahead—but so do the consequences.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

Pick Up and Deliver
Xenoshyft: Dreadmire; Aeroplanes; Valeria: Card Kingdoms; Concordia Venus (revisited)

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 21:59


Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried recently for the first time. Join us, won't you?XenoShyft: Dreadmire (2017)Aeroplanes: Aviation Ascendant (2012)Valeria: Card Kingdoms (2016)Concordia Venus (2018) expansionWhat games have you tried out recently? Share your plays over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Look Out, Sir! 40k
209. The Four Chaos Space Marine Codexis of the Apocalypse

Look Out, Sir! 40k

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 163:40


Send us a textIn EPISODE TWO HUNDRED NINE (209) of the "LOOK OUT, SIR! 40K" Podcast we discuss the relatively recently released series of fancy new Warhammer 40,000 Chaos Space Marine Chapter/Legion Codexis, those being the Death Guard, the Emperor's Children, the Thousand Sons, and the World Eaters. Listen along to Dan and Phil as they discuss what they think about these four fancy new artifacts. Huge thank you to TRENCHESOFVRAKS for the 5 STAR REVIEW via AUDIBLE GB, we massively appreciate your support. Cheers!Please be sure to check out TRENCHESOFVRAKS' Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/trenchesofvraks/  Please consider supporting LOOK OUT, SIR! on PATREON, which occasionally features fancy EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/lookoutsir40k We also have MERCHANDISE available to purchase from Rev-Level: https://www.rev-level.com/lookoutsir40k  SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lookoutsir/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lookoutsir40k/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lookoutsir40k  Thanks very much for taking the time to listen and by extension support our podcast. We hugely appreciate it and hope that you enjoy the show.

Ages of Pain | Age of Umbra Episode 5 Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 96:38


Part 1 Past horrors call upon August and Misty in the Screaming Forest and hard decisions come to all as they approach the Amber Gate... DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

GeekNights with Rym + Scott
The Wild Robot (2024)

GeekNights with Rym + Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 48:03


Tonight on GeekNights, we review Chris Sanders' The Wild Robot (2024), out of Dreamworks. It's fantastic animation and overall a good film. In the news, Rym has ascended to the open comb razor, Diamond's bankruptcy saga continues to be more and more insane by the day, and Rick and Morty has matured into a very good show.Related LinksForum ThreadThe Wild Robot (2024)Discord ChatThe Wild Robot (2024)Bluesky PostThe Wild Robot (2024)Things of the DayRym - ReBoot - CGI making of (1994)Scott - Caveat Emptor

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast
Episode 324: Stupor Mundi and A Short Short Topic Extravaganza

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 193:32


We're back from Origins, and we've got stories to tell! AC from Lords of the Dungeon joins us to spin some yarns from our trip to Columbus, Ohio. Then we dive into the games we've been playing, including Friedrich, Euphoria, Coffee Traders, Wroth, Mystery of the Abbey, The Quest for El Dorado, and a featured review of Stupor Mundi by Nestore Mangone. Stevie S takes the helm for the News segment while Tony's away, and the Gang answers a couple of listener questions. Friedrich: 00:30:39, Euphoria: 00:39:56, Coffee Traders: 00:45:03, Wroth: 00:53:18, Mystery of the Abbey: 01:02:59, The Quest for El Dorado: 01:13:31, Stupor Mundi: 01:25:32, News with Stevie S: 01:59:55, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:47:54. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

The Sunday Magazine
Rolling the dice on human nature: How tabletop games reveal ancient secrets

The Sunday Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 24:06


Whether whiling away a rainy afternoon at the cottage, or winding down after a day on the lake… for many, games are key parts of long summer days. But moving pieces around a board can mean a lot more than just entertainment. Author and board game journalist Tim Clare's book Across the Board examines the history and culture of games. He tells Nora Young how they hold big lessons on politics and civilizations, and can make radical statements on productivity, autonomy and freedom.

Salt and Sass
Episode LXXII

Salt and Sass

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 73:27


In Episode LXXII Mandi and Suzanne and trying a new podcasting tool (so you should be able to watch the full podcast on YouTube again if you like!) They discuss Hitster: Guilty Pleasures, Pergola, The Dark Quarter, Paper World, Mythwind, and Australis. And the Game Pie of the show is "Games That Make you Go Rogue" Pie.  Video Games mentioned: Connect Word, Date Everything, The Alters, Islets Defense, and Flick Shot Rogue Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to rate us on your podcast listening platform. BGG Guild:  https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/4131 Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/saltandsass.bsky.social YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/SaltandSassGames  Twitch:  https://www.twitch.tv/saltandsassgames Email: SaltAndSassGames@gmail.com  

Pick Up and Deliver
Top of the Stack, July 2025

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 15:04


Brendan shares a summary of his plays in June and his plans for July. Join us, won't you?June Top of the StackTOTAL For the Year so far: 15/18NEW GAME – Aeroplanes✓SHELF CLEARER – In The Year of the Dragon✓NEW GAME 2 – Xenoshyft: Dreadmire✓Top 50 Choice – Ghost Stories✓Shelf of OpportunityExpand YourShelfJuly Top of the StackNEW GAME – Wondrous CreaturesSHELF CLEARER – Fallen AngelNEW GAME 2 – Kinfire Delve: Callous' GrottoTop 50 Choice – Dungeon PetzWhat games did you play in June? Share your thoughts over on Boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Savage Bear Podcast
Savage Bear Society: Within the Prairies - Part 10

Savage Bear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 38:43


The fight against Suhko continues, as dominates the battlefield in her great black dragon form! How ever will Bo'Boakl, Saturnia, and Aliadiere bring this beast down?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!

The Rampart and Beyond | Age of Umbra Episode 4 Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 89:39


Part 2 Foes and friends await the group as they journey through the ruined landscape of the Halcyon Domain, destiny guiding their steps... DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

GeekNights with Rym + Scott

Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the blinky lights and LEDs the kids are putting on everything including their computers. In the news, Windows 10 has extended security support, Broadcom is desperate to monetize VMware, and the EU forced Apple to comply, at least in the EU.Related LinksForum ThreadBlinky LightsDiscord ChatBlinky LightsBluesky PostBlinky LightsThings of the DayRym - NHL: Refs Mic'd Up Part 2Scott - Balatro for the Nintendo E-Reader

Pick Up and Deliver
Cancer gamers (Astrology Files)

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 18:59


Brendan talks about what games Cancer gamers might like or be good at. Join us, won't you?Sea and ShoreLe Havre (2008)A Feast for Odin (2016)Nusfjord (2017)Fleet: The Dice Game (Second Edition) (2020)Emotional and Material RealmsUnconscious Mind (2024)Comanauts (2019)Cerebria: The Inside World (2018)Psychic AbilitiesArkham Horror: The Card Game (2016)Mind MGMT: The Psychic Espionage “Game.” (2021)Mysterium (2015)Establish TrustThe Resistance (2009)A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition) (2011)Diplomacy (1959)Molly House (2025)Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game (2014)CrabsCrabs Adjust Humidity (2013)Crabs in a Bucket (2023)Oh Crab! (2025)What games from each category did I miss? What other aspects of the Cancer sign should we take into account? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Board Game Faith
Episode 116: The Top 5 Games of Geekway

Board Game Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 51:25


In this episode of Play Saves the World, hosts Daniel and Kevin discuss their experiences at Geekway 2025, a board game convention in St. Louis, Missouri. They explore the significance of play in human flourishing and share their top five games from the convention, along with honorable mentions. The conversation highlights the importance of community, social interaction, and the joy of discovering new games. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the gaming community and share their own experiences. Takeaways Geekway is a board game convention held annually in St. Louis, Missouri. The convention allows players to try new games and meet fellow gamers. Top games discussed include Captain Flip, Flip 7, and Twilight Imperium. Honorable mentions include Come Sail Away, FinSpan, and Nekojima. The importance of social interaction and community in gaming is emphasized. Games can be both fun and educational, promoting human flourishing. The hosts share personal experiences and memories from the convention. The variety of games available caters to different tastes and preferences. Cooperative games like Wilmots Warehouse encourage teamwork and creativity. Listeners are encouraged to explore board games and share their experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Geekway 2025 03:11 Understanding Geekway: The Board Game Convention 05:42 Top Games Played at Geekway 08:11 Honorable Mentions: Games That Almost Made the Cut 15:44 Top Five Games: Personal Favorites from Geekway 23:55 The Joy of Cooperative Games 26:38 Exploring Flip 7: A Card Game Delight 29:36 Wilmot's Warehouse: A Fun Challenge 37:04 Rebirth: A Beautiful Game Experience 38:30 Twilight Imperium: The Ultimate Strategy Game CALL TO ACTION Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/playsavestheworld)

Pick Up and Deliver
Project: ELITE; Molly House; Hollywood 1947; Above & Below (revisited)

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 13:58


Brendan shares his first impressions of three games he tried recently. Join us, won't you?Project: ELITE (2020)Escape: The Curse of the Temple (2012)Molly House (2025)Pax Pamir: Second Edition (2019)Root (2018)Hollywood 1947 (2023)Above and Below (2015) revisitedWhat games have you tried lately? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in our guild, #3269.Transcript: TXT and PDF

The Rampart and Beyond | Age of Umbra Episode 4 Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 109:06


Part 1 Foes and friends await the group as they journey through the ruined landscape of the Halcyon Domain, destiny guiding their steps... DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

Nerd Overload
Episode 455 - Spaceballs: The Medical Advice

Nerd Overload

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 60:02


This week, we're joined by Greg from the show Longplay on WZMO (and, uhhh... also Sam's dad) as we talk about the prospect of Spaceballs 2, the newest Naked Gun trailer, the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, as well as writing for radio, the CAPA Summer Film Series, Pee Wee Herman, Robocop, watching questionable films as kids, Young Justice, Battlefield 5, Cult of the Lamb, and much, MUCH more! Don't miss it! Hey! Do you like our logo? Do you also like t-shirts, mugs, and other cool stuff? Well, now you can get a shirt or mug with our logo! Head to our TeePublic (https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdoverloadnow) page to check them out! Special Guest: Greg Dunham.

Dumbgeons & Dragons - D&D 5E Actual Play
Feed Drop – Dungeons & Drimbus: City of Jerry | Presented by Dumbgeons

Dumbgeons & Dragons - D&D 5E Actual Play

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 93:09


This week on Dumbgeons & Dragons, we're thrilled to bring you a special episode from Dungeons & Drimbus' brand new season: City of Jerry!Get ready to dive inside 21-year-old Jerry Terrell—literally—in this Osmosis Jones-inspired microscopic action adventure. In this fifth standalone season of the actual play comedy podcast Dungeons & Drimbus, you'll meet neuron rookie Asa Dendrite, grouchy vaccine Quentin Quarantino, allergy-pill-turned-sergeant Benedict Dryll, and jacked-up muscle cell Tim Glutus as they fight to keep Jerry safe on his 21st birthday. It's weird, wild, heartfelt, and absolutely hilarious—played on a custom hack of the Mischief TTRPG system.Episodes of City of Jerry drop every Friday wherever you get your podcasts, or at drimbus.com.And if you want more Drimbus/Dumbgeons crossover fun, check out our Cyber Monday team-up episode: Dropship Mona Lisa—a sci-fi survival romp full of cyber crime, the best deals, and chaos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meeple Nation Board Game Podcast
Meeple Nation 584: A Look At Market Games

Meeple Nation Board Game Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 63:50


isode 584: A Look at Market Games  Episode release date is June 25, 2025   Show Notes   This week we in contrast with the open drafting mechanic we discussed the last few episodes, this week we are focusing on games that have and use a market, and how a market game is different from an open drafting game.   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple   Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON   Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan River of Gold with Cheryl Azul with Madi and BGA Andy Aeons Trespass Odyssey The Market mechanic, in essence, simulates a dynamic economy within a board game. Unlike a simple "take one from a pile" or a closed draft where items circulate, a market presents players with a publicly available pool of goods, actions, or resources. This pool often changes, either by new items being revealed, existing items being bought, or even prices fluctuating. What makes the Market mechanic so engaging is the tension it creates. Players are constantly evaluating not just what they need, but also what their opponents might be eyeing. With what is currently available in the market. Is it worth paying a premium for that crucial item now, or should you wait and hope a cheaper option appears? Do you play the jerk role and counter draft to deny an opponent a vital resource by taking it yourself, even if it's not your absolute top priority? Markets can take many forms: Static Markets: Where a set of items is always available, and players choose from it. Dynamic Markets: Prices might change based on supply and demand. Rotating Markets: Items might enter and exit the market over time, creating a flow of new opportunities. "I-Cut-You-Choose" Style Markets: While sometimes a separate mechanic, some games blend this, where one player sets up a market or splits resources, and another player chooses first. We discussed how open drafting games are very closely related to market games, but ultimately, the Market mechanic adds layers of tactical decision-making, player interaction, and often, an exciting push-your-luck element.  It's about optimizing your purchases, anticipating others' moves, and adapting to the ever-changing landscape of available options. So next time you're sitting down to play and see a row of tempting cards or a pile of valuable resources, you're likely engaging with the dynamic world of the Market mechanic! Top Rated Market Games Power Grid Puerto Rico Clans of Caledonia The Pillars of the EarthDIY Expansion link Tiny Epic Pirates Wasteland Express Delivery Service Foundations of Rome Foundations of Metropolis Skyrise Merchants of the Dark Road Ark Nova Jaipur Glen More II: Chronicles Glen More Kutna Hora: The City of Silver Brass: Birmingham Galactic Cruise Windmill Valley Cubitos Honey Buzz The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth Acquire Queendomino Catan Distilled Archipelago Gentes River of Gold The Vale of Eternity The Vale of Eternity: Artifacts The Vale of Eternity: Curses Architect of the West Kingdom  Games we did not discuss Brass: Lancashire Food Chain Magnate Paladins of the West Kingdom Nucleum La Granja Hallertau Anno 1800: The Board Game 1830: Railways and Robber Barons The Manhattan Project: Energy Empire Navegador The Great Zimbabwe Pax Renaissance: 2nd Edition Bonfire At the Gates of Loyang Fresco Stockpile Pipeline Port Royal 1846: The Race for the Midwest Pax Porfiriana Paperback Shikoku 1889 Pax Renaissance Cuba Arkwright CO2: Second Chance Raccoon Tycoon Imperial Steam Akrotiri Age of Industry Genotype: A Mendelian Genetics Game Vanuatu Planet Steam The Rich and the Good  

Pick Up and Deliver
Look Back at 2007 & 2008

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 28:13


Brendan looks back at the games that came out in 2007 and 2008 to see which games are the best games. Join us, won't you?Top 5 from 2007-2008A Touch of Evil: The Supernatural Game (2008)Le Havre (2008)Galaxy Trucker (2007)Race for the Galaxy (2007)Lost Cities: The Board Game (2008)Honorable Mentions1960: The Making of the President (2007)Dominion (2008)Pandemic (2008)Parade (2007)Biblios (2007)SuperlativesBest Memories: Whoowasit? (2007)Things to Come: League of Six (2007)Weirdest Game: Space Alert (2008)Game I Should Like But Don't: Battlestar Galactica: The Board Game (2008)Game I Should Like But Don't: Cosmic Encounter (2008)Episode 670: Nah, I'm GoodSurprise: Patrician (2007)Excluded because of my Top 50Brass: Lancashire (2007)Agricola (2007)Ghost Stories (2008)Last Night on Earth: The Zombie Game (2007)What games do you like best from 2007 and 2008? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

What Is Gained, What Is Lost | Age of Umbra Episode 3 Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 90:13


Part 2 Consequences overwhelm the group, but they are determined to do the right thing and reignite hope in Desperloch, no matter what... DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

GeekNights with Rym + Scott
Toilets and Bidets and Washlets

GeekNights with Rym + Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 58:13


Tonight on GeekNights, we consider toilets, washlets, and bidets. (Oh my). In the news, some context on the current Iran conflict, and Apple WWDC25 was mostly uneventful other than keeping old devices going for a while yet.Related LinksForum ThreadToilets and Bidets and WashletsDiscord ChatToilets and Bidets and WashletsBluesky PostToilets and Bidets and WashletsThings of the DayRym - Explaining the Most Bizarre Piano Etude of the 19th CenturyScott - Restoring the Buran

What Is Gained, What Is Lost | Age of Umbra Episode 3 Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 85:41


Part 1 Consequences overwhelm the group, but they are determined to do the right thing and reignite hope in Desperloch, no matter what... DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

Making It in The Toy Industry
#274: Turn Your Hobby Into a Best-Selling Board Game with Elizabeth Hargrave

Making It in The Toy Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 47:26 Transcription Available


What are your hobbies? I personally enjoy dance, specifically latin dance and often I wonder, “What if I could translate salsa dancing into a toy or game?”. Well today, we're going to explore that possibility. Today my guest shares how she turned her hobby into a best selling board game!In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I'm joined by Elizabeth Hargrave, award-winning board game designer and co-founder of the Tabletop Game Designers Association. You might know her from her hit game Wingspan, which turned the world of nature and birdwatching into one of the most beloved engine-building games of all time.Elizabeth shares how she took her passion for the natural world and used it to build a meaningful and immersive game that fully translated the experience of birding. Our conversation today circles around how to accurately translate the “experience” of doing various hobbies to a tabletop play pattern. In my opinion that's the secret sauce of how Elizabeth created such an incredible game on her first try.During this episode, we also talk about her upcoming game Sanibel, inspired by collecting seashells on the beach. A hobby so simple and a game so elegant, that I'm sure you'll find yourself inspired to build a tabletop experience based on your hobbies.Listen For These Important Moments:[00:01:12] - What started as a love for birdwatching became Wingspan, a wildly successful board game that blends strategy with nature through clever engine-building mechanics.[00:04:07] - Elizabeth introduces the Tabletop Game Designers Association, which offers support with contracts, advocacy, and education, perfect for both new and seasoned game designers.[00:10:51] - From butterflies to beachcombing, see how personal passions can evolve into meaningful, immersive game themes that resonate with players.[00:23:07] - Elizabeth's Wingspan pitch journey proves you don't. Learn how smart feedback, persistence, and a strong prototype can open doors for your game invention.[00:34:49] - Even with success, staying grounded in playtesting and peer feedback is key to creating games that last. No shortcuts, just a solid creative process.Send The Toy Coach Fan Mail!Support the showPopular Masterclass! How To Make & Sell Your Toy IdeasYour Low-Stress, Start-To-Finish Playful Product Launch In 5 Steps >> https://learn.thetoycoach.com/masterclass

Dumbgeons & Dragons - D&D 5E Actual Play
s04e30 - Regular Rituals for Regular People

Dumbgeons & Dragons - D&D 5E Actual Play

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 32:42


With deeper investigation required, the group goes their separate ways for the afternoon to allow Bizard and Alydin some time to dig deeper into the tome they found at Bonwyn's parents house.- - - - - - - - - -CAST & CREWPlayers: Amy More, Carla Maxted, Tom Laird and Kyle ClasetDM: Russ MoreDialogue Editing & Sound Design: Russ MoreMusic & Sound Effects: Epidemic Sound, BOOM Library, Sound IdeasCover Art: Matt Garbutt (@artmonkeymg on Instagram)- - - - - - - - - -Enjoying Dumbgeons & Dragons?Consider becoming a Patron of Dumb Dragons Productions for as little as $5 a month with a 7-day free trial and now MERCH after 3-months of patronage! (https://www.patreon.com/dumbdragoncast)Buy our merch! (https://dumbdragons.dashery.com/)Follow our socials and more! - https://linktr.ee/dumbdragons- - - - - - - - - -Advertise on Dumbgeons & Dragons: fableandfolly.com/advertise/Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Lost Monastery | Age of Umbra Episode 2 Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 87:54


Part 2 A desire to both protect and to learn has led to terror in Firmament's Harrow - but can that terror be contained? DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast
Episode 323: The Dark Quarter and A Short Topic Extravaganza

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 173:57


Hey now, and welcome to a special early release of The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast! The gang is on their way to Origins Game Fair, and we figured it'd be nice to give everyone something to listen to if you're driving to Columbus, Ohio today. In this episode, the Founders talk about the games they've been playing, including The Quest for El Dorado, Stupor Mundi, Earth, Heat: Pedal to the Metal, and Terraforming Mars with the Colonies and Prelude expansions. They also feature The Dark Quarter from Evan Derrick. Then, after Tony T delivers his always-arousing tabletop gaming news segment, the fellas take questions from listeners - covering topics like what makes a great game day, what they've learned from board games, and what a first-time convention attendee should expect. The Quest for El Dorado: 00:08:32, Stupor Mundi: 00:14:41, Earth: 00:22:58, Heat Pedal to the Metal: 00:31:56, Terraforming Mars: 00:39:12, The Dark Quarter: 00:53:09, News with Tony T: 01:26:59, Short Topic Extravaganza: 02:10:03. Check out our sponsors Restoration Games at https://restorationgames.com/. Game Toppers at https://www.gametoppersllc.com/. And CGE at https://czechgames.com/.

The Lost Monastery | Age of Umbra Episode 2 Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 108:41


Part 1 A desire to both protect and to learn has led to terror in Firmament's Harrow - but can that terror be contained? DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources