We’ve come to the end of Season 1 of TGT. Will it be renewed for a new season? Nobody knows right now, it’s the ultimate cliff hanger! In the mean time though we hang out with you one last time for nearly 2 hours. Thank you all for everything – you really are the reason we’ve made it 7 years. Join our discord where you can play games and listen to …

This week we made lists. Primarily of the games that we don’t think will ever leave our collections. We made some related lists as well. Then we came to a realization at the end…that may just change everything. Or at the very least free up some space. Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH O…

This week we, kind of, talk about how things have changed. Or maybe we just recap the last 8 years of games. One of those things is true or maybe a little of both…? Oh and if you want the card storage Chris found, that’s here https://www.bcwsupplies.com/collectible-card-bin-3200-gray Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record…

This week we talk about what happens when crafting meets gaming. What are some cheap ways to craft your way into a blinged out game? Or just to make a game more playable? Well, that’s what we talk about. We also talk about CD burners in the post credits, go figure… Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.g…

This week we talk about a … a topic. What topic? You’ll just have to wait to find out. But don’t wait, press play now – unless you want to wait, because you like the anticipation of learning what the topic is. But really, don’t wait! Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can b…

This week we talk about a role playing system Kitty and Chris have played in the past and may now be making a comeback. At least a comeback onto the groups virtual table top… Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 F…

This week Kitty is back and we reminisce as we go through our life milestones that have happened since we started the podcast. We also announce a new milestone near the end (around the 1 hour mark). Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearen…

This week Chris and Fletcher talk about vampires. Well, they barely scratch the surface about vampires anyway. Why? Because Chris recently bought a vampire game and it made him think about how many games there are based on vampires. So it seemed worth chatting about at least. Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https:…

This week Chris and Fletcher talk talk the Witcher. From the books to the board game, they cover it all. At least as much as you can cover in 30ish minutes. Oh, and there’s a baby update! Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group…

This week Chris and Fletcher talk talk about the Avatar the Last Airbender RPG… sort of near the end, mostly they just talk about the show, movie, and upcoming series. Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow u…

This week Chris and Fletcher step away from board games and step in to the dark world of Diablo IV. Is it good? If so for who? Why are we reviewing a video game? It's been over 10 years since Diablo III was released, was IV worth the wait?Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group c…

This week Chris and Fletcher talk about Battletech, or rather Chris talks at Fletcher about Battletech. Is it really just a board game? Or is it so much more?Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Follow us on twitter…

This week Chris and Fletcher talk about saving money in the hobby. If you're cult of the new, you probably spend too much money. How can a different perspective decrease that amount. There are also a lot of tangents.Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https…

This week we talk about taking notes in games. We start out with note taking in RPGs, but then move into board and card games. And memory games. And a LOT of tangents. This episode was fun!Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group…

Fletcher and Chris talk about working... at home. There are many pros to working remotely but there are also cons. How can gaming help remove some of those cons?Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Follow us on twit…

This week, Chris takes the week off for no good reason that we know of. While he's away, Kitty and Fletcher talk about hosting a game night. Step one is easy, invite some people over. Step two can get tricky depending on how many people you invite in step one.Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2…

This week, we talk about the Mario and the D&D movie. Then we talk about other gaming movies and ask the question why are there so few movies based on boardgames?Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Follow us on twi…

This week, Chris and Fletcher talk about making sounds with their mouths. And recording or broadcasting those sounds. This is one of our first side chats for the summer, enjoy!Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Fo…

This week Chris and Kitty talk about some changes to the podcast. And no, it's not getting rid of Fletcher (he wasn't able to record with this one). We're also not going away. Just listen...Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/grou…

This week ChatGPT doesn't get to write the blurb...but he (yeah, we decided it was a he) does make a few appearances during the episode. We also take about 3D Printing and Painting. But mostly we talk more about AI and how it can help us be creative.Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgameare…

In this week's episode of the podcast, Chris takes on the challenge of convincing the group that AI is a positive force in our lives and won't lead to a catastrophic takeover of the world. Join us as we explore this thought-provoking topic and see if Chris can successfully make his case. While the outcome may be uncertain, we can rest assured that …

This week Chris and Fletcher discuss this last weekend when all three hosts were in the same place. Then they talk about how we should spend our free time. Is there a "should" way??Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30p…

This week Chris has decided that we should step back from the table and move to the couch/computer where we'll play some online role playing games. We cover some history of the games as well as the history of the hosts with these games. There is even an attempt to relate MMORPGs with tabletop games.Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur…

This week we follow up on last weeks conversation and talk about the OLD games we still play. Old being more than 20 of course. Because that's old for a board game.Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: h…

This week we talk about why games we once loved, we no longer play, nor even have interest in playing again. This happens to most all games for most all people. (yes most all) And you don't have to be cult of the new to experience this phenomenon. So we drill into why. After we deal with our discord issues...Speaking of discord, just click (or copy…

This week Chris and Kitty recap their TGT Con 2 and then (eventually) talk about how gamifying real life can backfire. This conversation is based on the Rule Breaker Investing podcast and a conversation with a philosophy professor C. Thi Nguyen. If you want to listen to that podcast you can find it here: https://www.fool.com/podcasts/rule-breaker-i…

TGT Con is this weekend! There is still time to sign up: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2This week Chris rants about games with too much stuff to make them playable. You know the kind, simple games with big boxes and tons of components that all need to be token out and setup only to be put back in their proper places after the game. Mi…

This week Chris is making us talk about Marvel United. People seem to like it, but is that just because it's Marvel? Maybe it's over hyped? Or is there more there then appears from the outside. And this episode contains a significant first for someone...TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 Join our discord, just click (or copy/p…

This week we're talking about how random setups in games can have unexpected consequences along with adding replay-ability and variability to our games. And how this varies with competitive and co-op games.TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA …

This week Kitty is back, with some heavy news and a lighter topic. Don't worry it's all good stuff. We're talking about filler games! And why they tend to be dismissed within the hobby as something you don't build a game night around. But maybe we should give them a chance at the spotlight? Or not.For when it matters, Kitty won and she liked it. It…

Fletcher is back this week! Bit Kitty is missing. In any case Chris and Fletcher talk about all the drama happening round Wizards of the Coast and thier DnD Open Gaming License. Is DnD dead? TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be f…

Some people love it, some hate it, we talk about it. What are the different ways games can using wagering (betting) in games and how does it change the focus of the game. Could adding wagering to more games level the playing field between player levels by shifting the victory condition include more of knowing who is going to win and not just winnin…

We're back from the holidays and we talk all about our break. And we talk about Great Western Trail. And we talk about TGT Con 2. And despite all that, it still seems like an off-topic episode. A fun, off-topic, episode.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgame…

Last week we looked back at 2022, this week we look forward to 2023. What games are we most looking forward to? In Chris's case, what Kickstarter is he most looking forward to backing? And even though this was recorded moments after our last episode, we somehow find some banter about something that happened between episodes.Reminder our next tourna…

This week we look back at the games we played in 2022. What did we play the most? Why? Do games on BGA count? (Of course they do!) And why, after 316 episodes, do we still flub the beginning of the show. And more importantly, why after 316 episodes does Chris not fix our flubs in editing!?Reminder our next tournament that starts on Dec 27th, so go …

This week we talk about our, often unreasonable, expectations of publishers. From organized play to game inserts, we cover what we all think publishers should do, and why they probably don't.We also announced our next tournament that starts on Dec 27th, so go to the Discord to find the signup link.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: …

This week Chris and Fletcher talk about Hadrian's Wall, a game known as the most complicated Roll and Write ever. And about them brining it to BGA. We also talk about a lot of other stuff at the beginning.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group…

This week we find out what happens if we never go on topic. That something is that we're all over the place. Cast-iron cooking. Family gaming. Advent Calendars. TGT Con 2. And a bit of a bunch of other stuff as well. In other words, we're just talking to talk like any other episode :)Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discor…

This week we try and crack the code on how to be casual with your competitive games. It's a tricky one because nobody likes losing all the time in head to head match ups. But are there ways to keep it fun even when you're not on top?Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: http…

This week Kitty has lost her voice, so Chris and Fletcher talk about the new craze that is Marvel Snap. Yes, it's an app, but it's very tabletop adjacent. Is this just another Wordle fad, or is there some real meat in this game.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://b…

This week talk playing games competitively, like tournaments and such, vs causally where you still want to win but you may not want to compete. This is a tough topic to nail down, so we're not likely to enter a podcast tournament anytime soon, but if we did... we'd probably come in somewhere in the middle.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste…

This week talk about going through phases. Eventually we even talk about phases in gaming. Not the phase you take during a turn. The phases of what games we like and then stop liking and maybe start liking again. You know, phases.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https:/…

This week Fletcher is back but now Kitty is out. So Chris and Fletcher talk money. Specifically money spent on hobbies. More specifically money spent on games. Is this another intervention for Chris? Maybe, kind of one he's doing for himself...Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found…

This week Fletcher forgets he does a weekly podcast and Kitty and Chris talk about how you may, or may not, cut your collection down to a fixed number of games. Successful? Maybe, maybe not, but Chris does seem to come away ready to make some hard cuts to his collection.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXP…

This week Sydnie joins Chris and Fletcher to talk about KeyForge, again again. Some big news was dropped over the weekend, so they just haaaad, to talk about it. No really, in the world of KeyForge this is like a 2nd edition of the game level news.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be f…

This week Chris makes us talk about game theory stuff again. We look at what the game loop is, the different levels you find them, and why they matter. Also we had a special guest show up for a minute.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=…

This week we try and figure out why so many games seem like they weren't play tested enough? Why is it so hard to play test games and work out the bugs before they get published. Also Kitty is salty that Chris broke Wingspan.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boar…

This week Fletcher bails on us again so we bring Sydnie in and talk about the history and future of KeyForge. We found it interesting, so maybe you will too. It's an interesting game, honest!Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425Lis…

This week Spencer joins us to fill in for Fletcher while we talk about Fantasy Football. What is it? How does it work? Why do people play it? And is it really just like a board game? Even if you have no interest in football at all, we think you'll still enjoy this one.Oh and there's a bonus song at the end of the episode. To see the video (and you …

We're looking at the future of our industry, or more specifically we're looking at concerns people have with the future of our industry and try to make sense of what's worth being concerned about and what isn't.Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPHOur BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com…