Best Update Nerd Style Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 535 - BGG Hotness and Draft Update 1:09:32

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20h ago1:09:32

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It's that time again - let's take a deep dive into the BGG Hotness for June and into July and discuss what games everyone is getting psyched for going into the convention season. Plus, an update on the status of the BGA draft. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://boardgameacademics.com/regi…

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Stop Killing Games Update, The End of Xbox, Killer Whales Want To Give You Lunch and Brad Pitt's Actor Advice 50:47

1d ago50:47

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Stop Killing Games has reached 1 million signatures on the European Citizens Initiative. But the battle isn't won yet. Due to invalid signatures, the petition could use as many extra signatures as it can get. Microsoft have laid off 9000 people from their gaming division, while also planning for a third party Xbox handheld. Could this be the end of…

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State of Grace #9 Ser Grace Betrayed 48:01

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 534 - Let them Fight: Andromeda's Edge vs. Dwellings of Eldervale 1:18:25

8d ago1:18:25

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This week we're pitting two heavy weights of recent gaming against one another, both with a similar design and common designer: Andromeda's Edge and Dwellings of Eldervale. Which is worth tracking down? Find out in our newest VS. episode. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://boardgameacademic…

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The End of Stop Killing Games, Lab Grown Meat and Duke Nukem TV 1:07:31

9d ago1:07:31

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Stop Killing Games has nearly reached its conclusion, unless hundreds of thousands of European gamers come out of the woodwork. Aaaand here they come. You will soon be able to buy lab grown meat in Australia. Will you eat it? Duke Nukem is coming to TV. Maybe this icon of the 90s should have been left there though. We enjoyed a nice drink of rez wh…

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Note-worthy AI: Unpacking NotebookLM 28:07

9d ago28:07

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Ever wish your notes could talk? On this episode of the Made by Google Podcast, host Rachid Finge dives deep into NotebookLM with guests Steven Johnson and Simon Tokumine. Discover how this AI-powered tool helps you "understand anything" by transforming your documents into dynamic insights, complete with AI-generated audio overviews that feel surpr…

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State of Grace #8 Ser Grace Alone 49:35

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 533 - Best Bang for Your Buck Games 1:00:57

15d ago1:00:57

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This week, we asked all the listeners for the games they own that offer the best bang for their buck - the games you play a lot, were inexpensive, or have additional value outside of just playing them. We got a ton of great answers! Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://boardgameacademics.com/r…

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State of Grace #7 Ser Grace Interrupted 48:50

19d ago48:50

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 532 - Board Game Club: Terraforming Mars 1:10:33

23d ago1:10:33

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This week, Anthony and Chris do a deep dive into all things Terraforming Mars, along with the listeners, in our first Board Game Club presentation. We rereview each of the games and expansions, hear your stories and feedback, share a few of our own hot takes and generally talk all things Terraforming Mars for much of the episode: Join us at the Boa…

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State of Grace #6 Ser Grace Imprisoned 50:03

26d ago50:03

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 531 - BGG Hotness + Board Game Draft Update! 1:03:27

29d ago1:03:27

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Anthony is back this week with a big update on the BGG hotness, our board game draft, and all the amazing stuff on Gamefound that's calling for his wallet. Plus a review of Nova Era from Chris and previous discussion of Hobbit: There and Back Again (roll and write for the win!) Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of …

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An Interview with Neural Forge 59:40

30d ago59:40

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This week we're interviewing Neural Forge, creator of the board game Nimbus. Neural Forge official website – Neural Forge Neural Froge Etsy Store – NeuralForge - Etsy Australia Neural Forge Facebook page – Neural Forge Neural Forge Instagram – Neural Forge (@neural_forge) • Instagram photos and videos Neural Forge Nimbus Kickstarter – Nimbus by Neu…

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June Pixel Drop: All Your Favorites Are VIPs! 10:41

30d ago10:41

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Android 16 is here, and with it comes a brand new Pixel Drop! Learn more about the latest features we added to the Pixel universe, which includes a whole new way to stay in touch with the VIPs in your life. Pixel Product Manager Aisha Sharif also has more to share on smarter notifications, improvements to Expressive Captions, and more. Hosted on Ac…

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State of Grace #5 Ser Grace Impeded 49:13

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 530 - The Top 10 Games on Everyone’s Shelf 1:12:04

1M ago1:12:04

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Chris is joined again this week by Chris Rodriguez from Board Games for the Better to discuss the top "owned" games on BoardGameGeek, what makes these games so lasting and sought after. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://boardgameacademics.com/register/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our first Board Game Club will featu…

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Everything Wrong With The Switch 2, The Science of Joy and Captain America's Regretful Plot Twist 1:11:08

1M ago1:11:08

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The Switch 2 is not without controversy. The big issues center around hardware ownership. So why are Nintendo getting this wrong? Happiness is tricky to pin down, but the latest research gives some hints on how to get there. Years ago, Captain America was revealed to be a Hydra agent. This led to no end of problems for the writers, mostly caused by…

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State of Grace #4 Ser Grace Remorseless 47:20

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 529 - Top Ten Dexterity Games 1:14:53

1M ago1:14:53

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Chris is joined this week by Chris Rodriguez from Board Games for the Better to talk about the top 10 dexterity games. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://boardgameacademics.com/register/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our first Board Game Club will feature Terraforming Mars. Play the game and prepare to submit your commen…

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Japan's Cultural Victory, An Interview with Strauss Zelnick and Preventing a Supervolcano Eruption 55:33

1M ago55:33

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Crunchyroll have published a report on anime revealing that a majority of people under 50 watch it. Yet the company still wants growth. What are the implications? Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take Two has some thoughts on the games industry, and they're... interesting. Is he completely out of touch, or is it the kids who are wrong? A supervolcano might …

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State of Grace #3 Ser Grace Abiding 48:51

2M ago48:51

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 528 - Our Favorite Games Gone Digital 58:07

2M ago58:07

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This week we're turning to the voice of the gamers for a rundown of the games that we love that only got better through their digital implementations. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠⁠⁠https://boardgameacademics.com/register/⁠⁠⁠ Our first Board Game Club will feature Terraforming Mars. Play the game and…

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The Year of the Linux Gaming PC, Literal Alchemy at the LHC and Europe Vs AI 1:04:39

2M ago1:04:39

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Wow 250 episodes and we are still going…what an achievement...We would like to thank each and every one of you for being part of this magical journey Finally, Valve are releasing SteamOS onto third party devices. Is this finally the year of the Linux gaming PC? The Large Hadron Collider has turned lead into gold through shooting two lead atoms at e…

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State of Grace #2 Ser Grace Inquisitive 49:05

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 527 - Expansions that Fix Games You Now Love 1:08:59

2M ago1:08:59

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(Apologies for the audio! Anthony's microphone had an oopsie this week, so his audio is the backup). This week, we asked the gamers among you to tell us which games were made all-time greats because of their expansions. Not just better, but to the top of your list. Plus we chat Golden Geek winners Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at t…

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The Truth Behind More Expensive Consoles, Marvel's New Strategy and Photographing Atoms 53:31

2M ago53:31

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There's a variety of reasons consoles are getting more expensive instead of cheaper, and they aren't all because of greed. Chips just aren't improving like they used to. Marvel has a new strategy. Will they finally start making good content? A new technique from MIT allows scientists to photograph atoms with a microscope. Finally, we can see what t…

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The Android Show: I/O Edition 22:56

2M ago22:56

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Missed The Android Show: I/O Edition? Rachid and Seang have you covered! They dive deep into the gorgeous Material 3 Expressive design, explain the latest Gemini AI advancements and where it's headed, and break down the latest safety and security features protecting your Android device. Don't get left behind – listen now! Hosted on Acast. See acast…

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State of Grace #1 Ser Grace Distracted 49:37

2M ago49:37

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In the dungeons beneath Fairburn Point Ser Grace, the realms most celebrated adventurer, was forcefully bonded with an entity beyond mortal comprehension. For some such an incident would spell tragedy, for Ser Grace, however, he saw only opportunity. Now the wheels are in motion for something big, something terrifying. A thousand plans, two thousan…

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Episode 526 - Games that Need a Crowdfunded Redux 57:03

2M ago57:03

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This week we're looking at games that could use a revisit, revamp, or fancy, expensive redux on Kickstarter or Gamefound. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: ⁠https://boardgameacademics.com/register/⁠ Episode Notes: Roll for Preview: SETI: Space Agencies Roll for Review: Shipyard (Second Edition) Feature: Ga…

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The Future of Subscription Gaming, Ancient Fire and Netflix Saving Hollywood 56:46

2M ago56:46

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A new analysis indicates that subscription gaming has no room to grow. Of course, that won't stop them trying to take away our game ownership. Humans have been using fire for hundreds of thousand of years. But during the Ice Age, there's a gap in the evidence. What were humans doing with fire during that time? Netflix's CEO claims that Netflix is s…

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Episode 525 - April BGG Hotness and Fantasy Draft 1:02:07

2M ago1:02:07

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This we take a deep dive into the BGG Hotness for April 2025, plus give an update on month four of the Fantasy Board Game Draft and review Stupor Mundi. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: https://boardgameacademics.com/register/ Episode Notes: Roll for Preview: The Great Library Roll for Review: Stupor Mund…

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Just Watch The Movies, Yet Another Ubisoft Lawsuit and Astronaut Food 1:02:22

2M ago1:02:22

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At last, the Oscars have added a rule that voters have to watch the movie. Somehow, people are complaining about doing their job. Ubisoft are being threatened with a complaint about their data collection. The GDPR hammer is raised and ready. Scientists want to grow astronaut food from scratch using bioreactors. This totally won't make a giant meat …

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Jarren’s Outpost: EE #14 Sacrifice 58:48

3M ago58:48

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The day is won. The dragon Damien Eaton slain. the city returned to its familiar state of controlled chaos. But at what cost? Perrwinkle O'Rourke is dead and in the wake of such destruction the city needs a leader more than ever. Leo Shadow, who always saw things for what they could be, not what they were, makes the ultimate sacrifice. And in the s…

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Episode 524 - 25 Most Acquired Games of March 2025 1:04:28

3M ago1:04:28

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This week we're looking at the most purchased or otherwise acquired games from March 2025 according to @MaaloxVoltaren (Andrea Bertani)'s Geek List on Board Game Geek. Link below. Join us at the Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: https://boardgameacademics.com/register/ Episode Notes: Roll for Preview: Battle of Hoth Roll…

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Gacha Games Dangers, Chinese Movies Only & Life in Space 1:13:22

3M ago1:13:22

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We enjoyed a nice drink of rez which you can get from the Rez website at www.drinkrez.com and with a 15% discount using the code word : NERDS15 DJ went wild and mixed a sachet of REZ with a bottle of coke, while the professor went with the traditional approach of mixing a sachet with water....how did it pan out? Find out.... Gacha games have seen r…

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Jarren’s Outpost: EE #13 Battle of the Fiveish Armies 59:27

3M ago59:27

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In the end it comes to this. The city of Jarren's Outpost at war with itself. Sabers fighting orcs, ghosts and their tigers fighting town guard, and all fighting the relentless tide of the city's dead. Above it all the dragon Damien Eaton circles, engaged in aerial combat with a titanic gnomish airship. On the ground, amidst the heave of bodies and…

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Episode 523 - Top 100 Strategy Games (on BGG) 1:40:55

3M ago1:40:55

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On episode 523, we take a deep dive into the top 100 strategy games as listed on Board Game Geek, discussing which we've played, and whether we think they should be higher or lower. Join us at Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: https://boardgameacademics.com/register/ Episode Notes: Roll for Preview: Dragons of Etchinston…

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Stop Killing Games Lawsuit, Minecraft Movie Chaos and Return of the Dire Wolves 58:25

3M ago58:25

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Ubisoft has responded to a lawsuit against them as part of the Stop Killing Games campaign. This setback doesn't mean the end for the campaign. They'll keep fighting. A Minecraft Movie is a surprising hit. But it comes with some interesting implications for the future. And please don't throw your popcorn. Dire Wolves are back. But they're not reall…

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Jarren’s Outpost: EE #12 Greaseboy 53:36

3M ago53:36

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In the face of war what is the price of peace? How do you avoid the mistakes of your predecessor? Can there truly be peace with no bloodshed? On the eve of the final battle for the cities soul Perriwinkle O'Rourke makes the most difficult sacrifice of his life, Leo Shadow is reminded of his place in the world, and Gregg Piss wipes away a little mor…

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Episode 522 - Top Ten Magic The Gathering: Universes Beyond 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

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This week, we take a deep dive into the ten set supplements and full sets that have been released or announced for Magic the Gathering, as the classic CCG digs into all the IPs. Nominate us for the Golden Geek! https://boardgamegeek.com/geekawards/boardgame Join us at Board Game Academics Conference at the Strong Museum of Play: https://boardgameac…

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Everything about the Nintendo Switch 2, The Tariffs are coming & Brain to Speech 1:01:26

3M ago1:01:26

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From computer mice to increased prices for games, we'll tell you everything worth knowing about the Nintendo Switch 2 and why you probably don't want to buy it. Tariffs aren't just affecting video games, but they're also coming to Hollywood and could push out the smaller studios. A new brain to speech implant greatly improves the speed at which a h…

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Jarren’s Outpost: EE #11 Zone of Truth 54:22

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In the guardhouse Father Maroni, secret leader of the blood cult, is forced to reveal his true form, a wirithing deadly mass of blood and tentacles. Perrwinkle O'Rourke feels Silversteel burn white hot in his hands, Leo Shadow gets deputised, and Gregg Piss has an army. Salvation for the city is in sight, but it's going to take everything they've g…

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Jarren’s Development Blog #6 – How Mean is Too Mean? 1:10:16

3M ago1:10:16

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Jackson, Adam and Zammit are here to talk about threading the needle when making a game where we want you to be mean to your friends. Also we got funded! Holy Cow! Thank you all so much! With less than a week to go, you can head on over to the Kickstarter to help unlock more stretch goals and support our board gaming endeavours! Hosted on Acast. Se…

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Episode 521 - BGG Hotness and Fantasy Draft Update - April 1:14:52

3M ago1:14:52

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We take a look at the BGG hotness and discuss the hottest upcoming games, plus provide an update of the 2025 Fantasy Board Game draft to see where everyone’s picks have landed so far. Patreon this week: No After Hours episode this week due to technical issues, but stay tuned for next week! Survey! Complete our audience survey for a chance to win a …

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The Game Acting Strike, Anime Shortages and Light Sails For Interstellar Exploration 56:41

3M ago56:41

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SAG-AFTRA warn you not to believe the major games companies who claim that they're close to a deal. Instead, the union is refusing to back down without getting all the concessions they want for their members. Anime is facing a staff shortage. This could mean lowering quality or reducing season length. Hopefully it means removing filler. Light sails…

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Jarren’s Outpost: EE #10 Ave Maria 55:14

3M ago55:14

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Chaos spills crimson across the streets of Jarren's Outpost. Missing family members, riots in the streets, gang warfare. And in the middle of it all our heroes attempt to come up with some kind of plan. The attack on Papa Littlelow sends Leo on the warpath, Perriwinkle battles his own demons attempting to instill order amidst the dissaray, and some…

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Episode 520 - March Gamer Madness: Civilization Games - Part 2 2:19:06

4M ago2:19:06

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This week, we're excited to welcome Geof Gambill to the show to help us wrap up the March Gamer Madness rundown of the best Civilization Games. Find out which game comes out on top as our pick for the all-time best Civ game. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Bluesky (https://bsky.app…

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The Anime Boom, Masahiro Sakurai on Making Japanese Games and Life in Space 1:11:02

4M ago1:11:02

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The anime industry is expecting some major growth, with the surprise entry of Chinese anime. Masahiro Sakurai of Super Smash Brothers thinks Japanese games should be made for Japanese gamers. How could he say something so controversial and so brave? Life in space takes a toll on your body. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore have returned to Earth, but…

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Jarren’s Outpost: EE #9 Escalation 55:45

4M ago55:45

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The city is at war. The halfling gang war has snowballed into a deadly city wide conflict. Old factions laid dormant crawl from their hiding places, new alliances rise from the ashes of old ones, and, through the poorly thought out machinations of one Gregg Piss. the monster Damien Eaton has aquired an army of the undead. Meanwhile Perri and Leo fi…

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Episode 519 - March Gamer Madness - Civilization Games - Round 1 1:22:06

4M ago1:22:06

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It's March, and you know what that means! We're back with another March Gamer Madness, running down the best of the best games in the Civilization genre. We start with 64 games this week and whittle the list down to 32. Be sure to join us next week when Geof Gambill, formerly of the Longview Podcast, joins us to narrow the list down to one and crow…