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Conversations with the hottest game designers on Kickstarter

Episodes

  • Episode #33 – Luminous Ages

    18/10/2016 Duration: 39min

    In a world where reality is controlled by dreams, and dreams are controlled by dragons – the individual who controls the dragons reigns supreme. Will you unite with your friends to defeat the evil Mare alliance or compete head to head to become the one Dragon Master? In this episode, we speak with Anthony Christou,Read more →

  • Episode #32 – Special Committee

    12/10/2016 Duration: 37min

    Every US citizen has multiple people representing them in congress. But do you know who they are? Do you know what they are trying to accomplish? If this sounds like the makings of a great deduction game, you’re in good company. In this episode, we speak with James Taylor, the creator of the upcoming politicalRead more →

  • Episode #31 – Vengeance

    28/09/2016 Duration: 36min

    They took you. They beat you. They made you suffer. And now… it’s time for revenge. Grab your weapon of choice and join us! During episode 31, we chat with Gordon Calleja, one of the founders of Mighty Boards and the designer of the revenge-themed miniature game, Vengeance. During our conversation, we talk about theRead more →

  • Episode #30 – Sherlock Holmes and Moriarty’s Web

    21/09/2016 Duration: 33min

    Despite being one of the most celebrated authors of all times, there is one thing you need to know about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: he wasn’t all that great of an author. But that doesn’t keep us from falling in love with his lead character, Sherlock Holmes. In this episode, we speak with Lucy Keifer,Read more →

  • Episode #29 – Word Domination

    13/09/2016 Duration: 36min

    Word games… some people love ’em. Some people hate ’em. But no matter how deep you are into complex euro games, you probably know someone who won’t come to the table unless Scrabble is on the agenda. Thank goodness for gateway games! In this episode, we speak with Jeff Beck, who may or may notRead more →

  • Episode #28 – Herbaceous

    09/09/2016 Duration: 44min

    Sit back, sip your iced tea, and enjoy a casual game of competitive, push-your-luck gardening. In this episode, we speak with Ed Baraf, the founder of Pencil First Games, and their upcoming game, Herbaceous. During our chat, we discuss the reason some games age better than others, why the best games come from a singleRead more →

  • Episode #27 – The Gods War

    06/09/2016 Duration: 38min

    The world is coming to an end, and will soon be reborn. But in whose image will the recreation occur? There is only one way to find out: this week’s episode. We speak with legendary game designer Sandy Petersen, the founder of Petersen Games, and the creator of the upcoming epic big-box war game, Glorantha:Read more →

  • Bonus Gen Con 2016 Episode

    22/08/2016 Duration: 08min

    A very brief interview with Gareth Johnson at Gen Con 2016 about his upcoming RPG, Pythos. Learn more about Pythos on his Kickstarter page at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1830160145/pythos-tabletop-rpg-roleplaying-game-of-myths-and

  • Episode #26 – Collectors and Capers

    03/08/2016 Duration: 34min

    If there is one attribute that makes a good crook, it’s this: you have to be crooked. Lying, stealing, cheating – that’s all in a day’s work. In episode 26, we speak with Trevor Harron, the founder of Blue Heron Games, and the creator of the upcoming bluffing / deduction game, Collectors and Capers. DuringRead more →

  • Episode #25 – Race to the White House

    27/07/2016 Duration: 39min

    How many times have you said to yourself “Look at these chumps running for president. Put me up on stage – I’m sure I could do better than them!” Well, now’s your chance. In episode 25, we speak with Jamie Twiss, the founder of Bipartisan Games, and the creator of the upcoming political strategy game,Read more →

  • Episode #24 – Giga-Robo

    21/07/2016 Duration: 42min

    Who hasn’t dreamt of slipping into the cockpit of a giant robot to engage in mortal combat with your mech opponents, laying waste to the city that makes up your arena? Dream no longer. In episode 24, we speak with Alex Cheng, the founder of Cardboard Dynamo, and the lead designer of the anime-themed combatRead more →

  • Episode #23 – Rocky Road a la Mode

    07/07/2016 Duration: 40min

    Summer is here. Time to dust off the ice cream truck and make some money. But like any business, if you don’t manage your time and resources effectively, you’ll find yourself in a sticky pile of melted dreams. In episode 23, we chat with Jason Kotarski, the founders of Green Couch Games, and the publisherRead more →

  • Episode #22 – Dice of Crowns

    23/06/2016 Duration: 42min

    The old king is dead, but who will replace him? Only fate can decide! Will you make a play for the crown or focus instead on eliminating your opponents? In episode 22, we speak with Sean Epperson, one of the founders of Thing 12 Games, and Brander “Badger” Roullett, the designer of the quick-and-dirty diceRead more →

  • Episode #21 – Cinema of Attractions

    14/06/2016 Duration: 37min

    Nearly every time Hollywood tries to combine the big screen with the tabletop industry, it ends in disaster (I’m looking at you, Battleship). But there are some notable exceptions – like today’s guest! In episode 21, we speak with Gabriel Barboza, one of the founders of Cinelinx, and a designer of the film-focused party gameRead more →

  • Episode #20 – Sidekick Quests

    06/06/2016 Duration: 37min

    As congress fights over the dangers of gateway drugs, we focus on something even more exciting! A gateway game for the next generation of role players. In episode 20, we have a delightful chat with James Stowe, the designer and illustrator of the kid-friendly RPG (and comic), Sidekick Quests. During our conversation, we talk aboutRead more →

  • Episode #19 – Detective Bulls*%$!

    19/05/2016 Duration: 36min

    What do you get when you mix one part Clue, two parts Cards Against Humanity, and a truckload of storytelling antics? A game so zany, we can’t even type out it’s name. In episode 19, we chat with Rae Votta and Corey Lubowich, the founders of Tasty Penguin, and the creators of the upcoming cardRead more →

  • Episode #18 – Hearts Blazing

    17/05/2016 Duration: 37min

    Out in deep space, surrounded by a hostile alien force, and already the ship’s power is fully extended just keeping life support online. How will you possibly survive? Why – with episode 18, of course! In this episode, we speak with Glenn Given, one of the founders of Games by Play Date, and a creatorRead more →

  • Episode #17 – Tak

    04/05/2016 Duration: 41min

    I looked down at the board. “The point isn’t to win?” I asked. “The point,” Bredon said grandly, “is to play a beautiful game.” He lifted his hands and shrugged, his face breaking into a beatific smile. “Why would I want to win anything other than a beautiful game?” In episode 17, we speak withRead more →

  • Episode #16 – Great Scott!

    02/05/2016 Duration: 31min

    Inventors in the 19th century were a dime-a-dozen. If you really wanted to stand out from the crowd, you needed to create something using completely random cards drafted from a deck. In episode 16, we speak with Dave Clarke, the founder of Sinister Fish Games, and the creators of the upcoming party game, Great Scott!Read more →

  • Episode #15 – Rushi

    28/04/2016 Duration: 36min

    Who says you can’t successfully design an abstract game? Definitely not our latest guest. In episode 15, we speak with Danny Zondervan, the designer of the upcoming game, Rushi. During our discussion, we chat about why the next game you design should be purely abstract (if you’re strong enough), the importance of double and tripleRead more →

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