Best Backgammon Podcasts (2025)

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Ben Phillips, backgammon player and organiser 41:21

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Ed talks to Ben Phillips, a backgammon (and poker) player & organiser, about his role in the Australian backgammon community and the upcoming 2025 Australian Championships. 2025 Australian Backgammon Championships A Lifetime on Planet Groove | Podcast on Spotify A Lifetime on Planet Groove - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Contact the show: overtheboard.p…

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Issue 465 "Backgammon Boys" 1:01:08

26d ago1:01:08

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This week the dudes chat about: NYC, Comedy Celler, Desert Island comics, Barney, indie comics, Kamen Rider, and comics!

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Wet Bones 37:11

3d ago37:11

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How nude is TOO nude? How far will Ceara go for lobster? And why does this week's crime involve a squad of 4-year-old crime scene investigators? All will be answered on this week's Petty Crimes... Petty Crimes is hosted by Ceara Jane O’Sullivan and Griff Stark-Ennis. Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to o…

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Summer Camp & Double Dating 46:45

10d ago46:45

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Petty Crimes is hosted by Ceara Jane O’Sullivan and Griff Stark-Ennis. Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and other general petty bullsh*t… This episode was edited by Rile…

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Issue 465 " Jewish Ninjas" 1:12:51

14d ago1:12:51

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This week the dudes chat about: Judiaism, MLB Playoffs, hockey, chess, Superman, Saudi Arabia, streamers, Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, and comics!

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Grace & Franki 47:52

17d ago47:52

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A petty crime at a fabulous retirement community. Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for crime evidence, events, BT…

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Uncharted Waters 44:07

24d ago44:07

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A petty crime at a charter school featuring wild staff parties, teacher drama, and an eavesdropping principal’s quick rise to power. Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]…

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Home 45:05

24d ago45:05

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Ed talks to Christoph Deiter and Mia Kandidakis about backgammon in Manchester and Sydney, the two places he calls home. Links: Where & When to Play | Backgammon in Manchester Sydney Social Backgammon (@sydneybackgammon) • Instagram photos and videos Bondi Backgammon Club (@bondibackgammonclub) • Instagram photos and videos Backgammon in Sydney: Ho…

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Issue 464 "A Hold Steady Walking Tour" 1:06:46

29d ago1:06:46

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This week the dudes chat about: Minneapolis, Bats and Tats, MN State Fair, MN wrestling legends, and comics!

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The Acapella Battle feat. Bridger Winegar 45:40

1M ago45:40

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There was a time and a place for his mouth to be open, and it was on stage. Follow Bridger Winegar! Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Inst…

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Aunt Peggy feat. Gianmarco Soresi 45:19

1M ago45:19

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She’s just a misunderstood, exceedingly able-bodied woman from the small town of New York City. Follow Gianmarco Soresi and don’t miss his special, Thief of Joy, streaming on YouTube this Friday, Sept 19! Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Co…

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The Iowa State Fair Backgammon Tournament 40:58

1M ago40:58

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Ed talks to John Kalachnik and Brad Burtnette about the State Fair Tournament and the growth of backgammon in Iowa. Iowa Backgammon – Promoting the game of backgammon across the state of Iowa Iowa State Fair | 2025 Backgammon (Results Updated 8.16.25) Contact the show: [email protected] Instagram…

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Vows & Vendettas 36:26

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Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for crime evidence, events, BTS and other general petty bullsh*t… See Privacy Po…

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Find My Friendship 45:09

2M ago45:09

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Having a friend’s location is a luxury that should not be taken for granted. Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for…

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Hanna Polyakova, following the path 33:34

2M ago33:34

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Ed talks to Hanna Polyakova, a young backgammon player from Kursk, Russia. Follow Hanna: Instagram Alex Eshaghian interviews Ed: https://youtu.be/P9sdX9fmbaU?si=MA6cS0I_yBXppLr1 Contact the show: [email protected] Instagram Social Model of Disability: Social Model Of Disability - AFDO Universal Design: What is Universal Design? – The UD Pr…

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Fertility Lab Drama 46:45

2M ago46:45

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The test results are in and this is a 3-tea-cup crime Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for crime evidence, events…

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Issue 463 "Jobber Logic" 1:18:28

2M ago1:18:28

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This week the dudes chat about: Savannah Bananas, MLB, Bears, Paul Thomas Anderson, Tool, and comics!

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The Bequeathing of the Backgammon Board 41:46

2M ago41:46

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A family heirloom heist is uncovered in this special at-home episode. Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for crime …

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Alfie Kirkpatrick, creator of Backgammon Hub 30:33

2M ago30:33

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Ed interviews Alfie Kirkpatrick about Backgammon Hub, an online platform that he developed during lockdown. Backgammon Hub FAQs for tournament directors: Backgammon Hub FAQs - Google Docs Alex Eshaghian interview: INCREDIBLE #Backgammon Podcaster Ed Hall REVEALS SECRETS - EXCLUSIVE Interview! 🎲🎲 Contact the show: [email protected] Instagra…

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Winky the ESA feat. Kevin Sullivan 44:09

2M ago44:09

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Emotional support, an anonymous HOA note, and why Virgos keep catching strays – OPE! But Ceara’s not here to defend her sign or pretend to care about astrology, Kevin Sullivan is! Follow Kevin on IG and TikTok Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crim…

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Issue 462 " Locking In" 1:19:09

2M ago1:19:09

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This week the boys talk nerdy to you all!

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The Trash Bandit 38:43

3M ago38:43

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When communal trash becomes corporate warfare. Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at ⁠[email protected]⁠! And keep up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ for crime evidence, events, BTS a…

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Phil Simborg, Mr Backgammon 1:00:33

3M ago1:00:33

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Ed interviews Phil Simborg of the Backgammon Learning Centre Learn Backgammon: Backgammon Products, News and Learning Center Backgammon World Championships Backgammon Galaxy - YouTube Backgammon World Championship | Monte-Carlo | Facebook Contact the show: [email protected] InstagramBy Ed Hall

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Issue 461 "Batman and Catan" 1:07:30

3M ago1:07:30

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This week the dudes chat about: AEW, RIP Hulkamania, WCW cards, Fantastic Four, James Gunn, and comics!

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Another Patreon Exclusive: The Handicap Parking Pass 46:37

3M ago46:37

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Hey Petty Criminals! No new episode this week, but—we’ve got an exclusive peek behind the Patreon! Subscribe to the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/pettycrimes Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing …

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Issue 460 "OG Texas Deathmatch" 1:45:02

3M ago1:45:02

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This week the dudes chat about: AEW, Superman, Keith in Chicago, airlines, and comics!

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Introducing Ice Cold Case 29:20

3M ago29:20

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Hey Petty Criminals! We’re taking a little summer break to recharge, but don’t worry, we wouldn’t leave you hanging. While we’re off, check out Ice Cold Case, a gripping true crime podcast hosted by Madison McGhee as she seeks justice for her father’s unsolved murder. It’s real, it’s riveting, and it’s an episode you won’t want to miss. Subscribe t…

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Marc Olsen, CEO of Backgammon Galaxy 1:03:08

3M ago1:03:08

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Ed talks to Marc Olsen about football, Backgammon Galaxy, Monte Carlo and more. Links: Backgammon World Championship Backgammon Galaxy - Play Online for Free Backgammon Galaxy - YouTube Undercover Backgammon Grandmaster plays in Istanbul Grand Bazaar (FUN TO WATCH!) Contact the show: [email protected] Instagram…

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A Tale of Twin Flames featuring Chloe Fineman 44:30

3M ago44:30

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This crime has everything…a chef, hairstylists, tattoo artists, polyamory, French toast, and thee Chloe Fineman. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By Hartbeat

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Becky's Bundt Cake 48:20

4M ago48:20

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A high school graduation and an uneaten bundt cake. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and …

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Issue 459 " I Know Spanish" 1:21:19

4M ago1:21:19

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This week the dudes talk: Kevin's trip to Mexico City, manga, American Wrestling, and comics!

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Issue 458 " Summer Slimers" 1:28:20

4M ago1:28:20

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This week the boys talk all nerdy to you!

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Frank Berger, creator of BG Blitz 56:16

4M ago56:16

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Ed interviews Frank Berger, creator of BG Blitz. Download BG Blitz: - Professional Backgammon Software for Windows | Mac | Linux Contact the show: Instagram [email protected] A Lifetime on Planet Groove: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6cmuX2I4cYVJPWm0kOWmsY?si=41ba883f3da14878By Ed Hall

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The Case of the Moldy Coffee Pot 49:10

4M ago49:10

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A law office, a series of Instagram posts, and a very, very moldy coffee pot. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime …

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Dana's Brother's Bed 42:59

4M ago42:59

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A queer-long distance situationship goes awry... Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and oth…

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MFA Tow Away 41:54

4M ago41:54

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A crime parked in chaos. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and other general petty bullsh*…

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Issue 457 " Nos Encanta Lucha Libre" 1:21:51

4M ago1:21:51

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This week the dudes chat about: Kevin's pup, tattoos, lucha libre, Mystico, WWE, and comics!

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The YMCA Locker Room 41:53

5M ago41:53

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A locker room showdown that begs one question: Y?! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and o…

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Mochy, destined by dice 48:45

5M ago48:45

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Ed interviews Backgammon Super Grandmaster Masayuki Mochizuki. Mochy Backgammon - YouTube New Ideas in Backgammon Contact the show: Instagram [email protected] Ed Hall

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Issue 456 "The Internet is the End" 1:12:24

5M ago1:12:24

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This week the dudes chat about: the Circus, boring Oscar winners, Palmer House ice cream, Michigan, AEW Double or Nothing, dead internet theory, and comics!

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Short Fuse 40:05

5M ago40:05

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With great power comes great responsibility! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and other g…

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Issue 455 "Absolute Banger" 1:04:14

5M ago1:04:14

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This week the dudes caht about: Norm, nemesis, anime, Battle for Eternia, wrestling, and comics!

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Champagne for My Real Friends featuring Traci Thomas 43:18

5M ago43:18

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...and pain for my sham friends . Follow Traci Thomas on Instgram and listen to her podcast, The Stacks. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video episodes. Petty Criminals! Do you have a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to our team by emailing us at [email protected]! And keep up with us on Inst…

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Antoinette-Marie Williams, Backgammon Player and Ambassador 26:02

5M ago26:02

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Ed talks to Antoinette-Marie Williams about her life in backgammon and her mission to educate and inspire future generations of players. Joseph Heled PrimeTimeBG_2023_0709_Vol14N4-1_Antoinette_Williams_feature_nocover.pdf The Moth | The Art and Craft of Storytelling Contact the show: [email protected]…

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Introducing 30 Morbid Minutes: Death on Airplanes 24:45

5M ago24:45

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Hey Petty Criminals! No new episode this week, but we want to share with you our latest obsession: 30 Morbid Minutes. The show where comedians Elyse Willems and Jessica Vasami journey into the morbid, gruesome, and unexplained. In this episode, in-flight medical emergencies occur about once every 604 flights, with a mortality rate of 0.3% of those …

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Issue 454 "Crudded Up" 1:19:18

5M ago1:19:18

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This week the dudes chat about: Mascaras, AEW in small venues, Da Pope, Super Sentai, and comics!

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Issue 453 "Scutting" 1:02:49

5M ago1:02:49

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This week the dudes talk about: baseball, He-Man, Super Sentai, wrestling, Polaroids, and comics!

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The Tiger King Watch Party 43:27

5M ago43:27

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This coal miner’s got an axe on him! Petty Crimes was nominated for a Shorty Award! Vote for us now! https://shortyawards.com/vote/ For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/pettycrimes for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch full video …

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Eric Schmidt, Board Maker 26:48

5M ago26:48

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Ed interviews Eric Schmidt of Schmidt Brothers Backgammon. Eric Schmidt (@schmidt_brothers_backgammon) • Instagram photos and videos The Darwin board: Instagram Save the Gammon – Handmade, artisan backgammon doubling cubes Contact the show: [email protected] Ed Hall

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Airbnb Boat featuring Ego Nwodim 46:33

6M ago46:33

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The rental listing said “please don’t unsnap.” Spoiler alert…she snapped. Follow Ego Nwodim on Instagram and listen to her podcast, Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim. Petty Crimes was nominated for a Shorty Award! Vote for us now! https://shortyawards.com/vote/ For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.c…