Dec 26, 2023
In our final episode of 2023, Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss their highs and lows of the year, including our biggest surprises, rosiest roses, thorniest thorns, and hula-iest hula hoops.
02:57 - 2023 as a Whole
14:45 - Best Game to Play at a Convention - Chicken
16:09 - Fiction
17:01 - The Same Game
19:45 - Best Theme -...
Dec 12, 2023
This time, Eric and Julie recap their adventures at PAX Unplugged, and Tom has some questions from the mailbag about Theme, House Rules, and that player in your group who always seems to win. Then, we close the show with some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
05:38 - PAX Unplugged Recap
26:36 - Mailbag: House Rules
29:13 -...
Nov 28, 2023
Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss how to deal with game players who get in the way of enjoying games. Also, some holiday shopping tips for those going to PAX Unplugged (and those that aren't as well), a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror, and some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
02:23 - PAX Unplugged Plans
04:38 - People Who Ruin...
Nov 14, 2023
Tom and Julie talk Eric out of getting the Doctor Who Magic the Gathering set, which leads to a discussion of out-of-universe items showing up in games. We prepare for some family gaming over the holidays, share a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror, and run through some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
05:21 - Doctor Who...
Oct 31, 2023
In this episode, Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss the finer points of the suggested ages you see on game boxes, and when it matters to pay attention. Also, how a board game can make you scared, a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror, and some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
07:33 - Suggested Ages
20:05 - Games That Scare You
41:47...