In this episode, we found an order of druids attempting to learn the greatest secrets of the ancient oak tree.  We climb it's branches and visit temples to show our devotion in this worker placement game.  Listen to find out  how...

In this episode, we're getting warm and cozy with a nice cup of tea as collect flavorful ingredients and tasty addons in Chai.  This is an order fulfilment game where different types of tea shops are competing to serve the most customers a...

Today we are joined by our friend and game creator Niall Crabtree of Crab Studios to discuss bluffing and deception games.  We talk about the history and aspects of our favorite games that encourage us to lie to each other.  Listen to...

In this episode, we venture into the Miskatonic University Museum to seal away an ancient one before they destroy the world!  We're collecting clues, solving puzzles, and killing monsters.  This dice chucking co-operative game gives y...

In this episode, we're sewing together quilts and trying to fill in as much of it as possible!  However, the patches don't come in standard shapes so making your quilt quickly starts to feel like a puzzle.  This 2-person Tetris-like g...

In this episode, we take to the high seas as mariner ocean creatures.  We're vying for control of the local islands as the Bluefin Squadron and Mollusk Union or bootlegging our way to the top as true pirate smugglers.  This asymmetric...

In this episode, we take on the role of Medieval pharmacists prescribing potions to balance the humors (black bile, yellow bile, blood, and phlegm) of the local townsfolk.  We're talking to the creator of the game, Charlie McCarron, to und...

In this episode, we become Loa or guardian spirits of an island where invading colonists have come to settle these undisturbed lands.  We take on aspects of nature to instill fear, destroy cities and towns, and incite riots from the peacef...

Today we have some special friends join us on our journey through feudal japan! Emma and Tilly from the Geek Squared Show are discussing the zen experience of playing Tokaido! In this episode we discuss this wonderful game and describe our own ...

In this episode, we become creepy mad scientists trying to complete the experiments left behind by our father.  This story-driven worker placement game offers 3 starting scenarios and 8 different endings per scenario that are driven by you...

In this episode we talk about our experience at GenCon 2022, the largest gaming convention in North America.  It was our first time attending and it did not disappoint!  There were so many games to play, so many things to buy, and so ...

In this episode, we're either relaxing in our garden or going to war over the flowers in Lotus by Renegade Games Studio.  This quick and simple card game about building flowers one petal at a time could make you feel either, depending on h...

In this episode, we review the little heard of game Guild Master.  We're building up our guild structures and trying to make the best teams to go out into the world and fulfill all those adventurer contracts!  The person who builds th...

In this episode we review the new and popular Euro game, Ark Nova.  We're putting on our zoo uniforms and rolling up our sleeves to get dirty building animal enclosures, partnering with other zoos and universities, and participating in wil...

This is the third episode in our Short and Sweet series! In this episode our hosts take on the highly praised, award winning game; Azul! We compete to see who can create the nicest spanish tile artwork while also avoiding dropping the tiles ...

In this episode we interview Jamey Stegmaier from Stonemaier Games to answer the burning questions the community has.  He tells us about what his day to day job looks like and what advice he has for other game designers/developers.  L...

In this episode we are making and selling "Grown Up" grape juice, aka wine! We're discussing Viticulture; an amazing Stonemaier Game about making and selling wines. We also would like to announce our newest giveaway!! Listen to this episode to ...

In this episode, we're getting down and dirty with the war of the woods in Root.  This asymmetric area control game offers different woodland critters the opportunity to protect, take back, or liberate their homeland.  Each faction ha...

In this week’s episode we’re excited to be talking to the co creator of Lander, a new game that will be on kickstarter later this year! (link below) This game sounds like a lot of fun! It’s got some elements that might remind you of some of ...

It's a podcast takeover!  The hosts of The Geek Squared Show are here to talk about Love Letter!  They're competing for the attention of the princess in this fast-paced card game.  Listen to find out how these lovable geeks try t...

In this episode Chris, from The Charity Boardgamer, joins us to talk about all things cooperative games!  We break down co-op games into sub-categories and discuss examples that fit in each.  It turns out there's a lot of games out th...

In this very special episode we’re celebrating our 1 year anniversary!!! What better way to do that with ANOTHER giveaway!! Listen to our episode to find out all the ways you can enter, for FREE! What are we giving away you ask? Well, we’re ...

In this episode, Rachel and Jake fall head over heals in Fog of Love.  This two-player game attempts to recreate a romantic comedy with players acting out sweet, serious, or dramatic scenes in a relationship as they try to navigate making ...

In this episode Rachel and Jake are collecting jewels and gems as traders in Splendor!  This quick paced game has us building a collection and attracting nobles.  This is the second episode in our new short and sweet series where game...

In this episode, we're strapping into our hiking shoes, grabbing the camera, and visiting some PARKS!  This game has players controlling two hikers on scenic hiking trails as they gather gear and resources to visit national parks all aroun...