Best Meeple Minded Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 214 Day-One Expansions. Good or Bad? 1:07:52

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🎙️ Meeple Minded Podcast - Episode 214 🧩 Topic: Are Day-One Expansions Good or Bad for Board Games? In this episode, we dive deep into one of the hottest debates in the board gaming community — should expansions be released at the same time as the base game? Is it a smart move that gives players more options? Or is it a greedy cash grab that splits…

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Texas Hold'em in Contempt 1:09:35

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Colin and Nik play poker every month. Nik fondly remembers playing poker with Colin’s coworker, Joey. But here’s the kicker. Colin says Joey has never been to poker night. Joey doesn’t even play poker! Colin thinks that Nik is confused. But, Nik says Colin is bluffing! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado…

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Justice is Blinds 1:00:58

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Alex and his wife, Kim, recently bought a house in Maine. Kim wants to install blinds in the windows. Alex is opposed. He loves waking up to the sunlight. Alex says blinds will cast a shadow on his sunny mornings. But Kim doesn’t want nosy Mainers looking in her windows at night! Who's right? Who's wrong? Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. A…

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Judge John Hodgman Presents: Jordan, Jesse, Go! "Potions & Lotions, with Jason Mantzoukas" 1:20:47

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Did you know that Bailiff Jesse Thorn hosts another comedy podcast? Jesse and his cohost Jordan Morris talk to a celebrity guest every week, and it's simultaneously absurd, vulgar, and heart-warming. We are excited to share this recent episode with guest Jason Mantzoukas! Give it a listen and subscribe! -- On this week’s episode, we welcome back th…

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Kayfabeas Corpus Live in Turners Falls MA 1:02:37

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Perry Von Vicious and Delmi Exo are professional wrestlers and good friends. Perry wants to meet Delmi in a singles match just once before he retires. But Delmi refuses to fight! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus Swift Justice: Should a man be stopped from getting his pilots license? Is it gross to blow your nose in a cloth napkin? And guest Monte Bel…

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Ep 213 Top 5 Two-Player Games 1:02:27

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🎲 Top 5 Two-Player Board Games | Jason & Ant's Personal Picks 🎲 In this episode of The Meeple Minded Podcast, Jason and Ant dive into their Top 5 Two-Player Board Games — perfect for couples, friends, or rivals looking to outwit each other in tight, tactical showdowns! But before the countdown begins, the guys kick off the show with their usual seg…

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TEASER: June 2025 Members Only Mailbag 3:11

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A neighbor has been calling your dog by the wrong name. You never corrected him. It's been years. Should you let him know your dog's actual name? Or let it go? This month's Members Only Mailbag explores this topic, and much more! Here's a sneak peek. If you want to hear the full episode, you have to be a member! Join for just $5 a month and get imm…

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Mayo it Please the Court 1:05:35

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Brandon says that sauce is one of his major food groups. His wife, Jacqueline says the sauces take up too much fridge space! She wants to put away groceries without playing fridge Tetris. But Brandon just loves sauce! Who's right? Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, depo…

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Breeches of Contract 1:06:39

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Mike wears the same cargo pants every day! He says one pair is all he needs. Gabby disagrees! She believes a person needs at least 2 pairs of pants. It’s science. But Mike says he’s too tired in the morning to think about what to wear. One pair of pants is easy! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhod…

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Ep 212 Reflecting on UKGE 2025 1:28:14

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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast | UKGE 2025 Breakdown & Game Chat 🎤Welcome to another episode of the Meeple Minded Podcast — your go-to show for all things board games, tabletop gaming, and community-driven content! In this special UKGE 2025 (UK Games Expo) recap episode, we reflect on our full weekend at the UK’s biggest tabletop gaming convention.🗓️ We b…

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Persimmon to Approach the Branch 1:06:59

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While on a drive, Vera wanted to stop and pick some persimmons from a random tree. Matt said NO! Since they don’t know the tree owners, those persimmons are FORBIDDEN FRUIT. But Vera really wants those persimmons! They’ve been holding a grudge against Matt ever since. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgej…

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Episode 115 - UK GAMES EXPO 2025 1:14:42

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 115 - UK GAMES EXPO 2025Sorry everyone, the microphone for some reason recorded my voice way too loud and I can only do so much to fix it, so it will sound a bit distorted this time round. Not sure why, but sad to say I can't do much more about the current recording - will check set up before next recording. I hope h…

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4K No Los Dos 1:07:19

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Andrew loves his large television but Rachel hates it. She begged him to leave the behemoth behind before moving in together. However it’s now the main TV in their home. Rachel loves living with Andrew. But she wants to evict his huge, eyesore of a television! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgm…

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag May 2025 3:13

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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Are the Hartford Whalers actually an extinct hockey team? Judge Hodgman refers to them that way, but Yael says the judge is WRONG! We hope you enjoy this short clip! For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month…

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Cruel and Two Casserole Punishment Live in St. Paul 52:48

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What should you do if the food at the neighborhood potluck is BAD? Plus cases about shorts in the winter, TV volume, and washing car mats in the dishwasher! All recorded LIVE at St. Paul, MN's beautiful Fitzgerald Theater! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman! Thanks to reddi…

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Episode 114 - What Gets Me Excited? 1:00:01

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 114- What Gets Me Excited?- updates- impressions of Three Sisters- impressions of Ice (1st Edition)- What gets me excited for a new game?***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kiend…

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Costco Rope Drops 1:04:01

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Are you at Costco first thing in the morning? If you are browsing a store with no intention to buy anything, does that still count as shopping? What are the unspoken rules of grocery store shopping? All this and more shopping-related cases as Judge John Hodgman clears the docket! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod!…

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Expansion Pack Ep1 Board game designer & publisher talks preparing for conventions 1:16:09

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🎙️ PREPARING FOR UKGE with Chris Priscott | Fetching Feathers & Indie Game Publisher 🎲In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Priscott, the indie board game designer behind Zuuli, Moving Wild, Molehill Meadows, and his brand-new release Fetching Feathers! 🐦✨We dive into how Chris is preparing for UK Games Expo (UKGE) 2025, the UK's biggest tabletop …

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Objection D'Art 1:08:42

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David is an art history professor. For the last year, he has been researching an early 20th-century American impressionist named Agnes Millen Richmond. He’s started buying her paintings… and they’re expensive. Susan says they have too many already! She says her husband is obsessed! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us o…

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Ep 211 Meeple MAY-nia Begins! | UKGE 2025 Hype 59:35

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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast – Episode211: Meeple MAY-nia Begins! | UKGE 2025 Hype + Games We've Been Playing 🎲Welcome to another exciting episode of the Meeple Minded Podcast!We’re kicking off our month-long celebration — Meeple MAY-nia — as we build up to the biggest event in the UK tabletop calendar: UK Games Expo 2025 (UKGE)!In this episode:🟢 We int…

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Episode 113- UK Games Expo 2025 Preview & Golden Geek Awards 1:16:41

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 113- UK Games Expo 2025 Preview & Golden Geek Awards- updates- UK Games Expo Preview- The "Few" Games I'm Interested In at UKGE- Rant and Rave at the Golden Geek Awards***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is…

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Shelf Incrimination 1:10:38

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Hayley can’t wait to move in with Natasha this summer. But Hayley wants to limit how many books Natasha can bring to their new place. Specifically, Hayley wants to set the limit at… ZERO BOOKS. If you do not want to hear about how a ball python eats (it involves rodents), please skip the bit from about 24:00-25:35. Pick back up when John asks where…

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The Meeple's Court Live in Madison 1:09:37

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Beth says that her friend, Aaron, "broke" their favorite board game by working too hard to "optimize gameplay." The way Aaron plays is just NO FUN, says Beth! But Aaron says that identifying systems IS fun! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus! Swift Justice cases about plant propagation containers and the pronunciation of the word, "hammock." We are on …

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Ep 210 Have our gaming tastes changed? 51:56

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🎲 Have Our Board Gaming Tastes Changed? | Latest Plays & Catch-Up! 🎲Welcome back to the channel! In this episode, we dive deep into a fun discussion: how have our board gaming tastes evolved over the years? Have we moved away from certain mechanics, fallen in love with new genres, or simply expanded our gaming horizons? Join us for an honest conver…

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 112- Predictions For The Industry 1:02:23

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 112- Predictions For The Industry- updates- I'm now going to the UKGE!- Calimala impressions- Kickstarter watch (Earth expansion and This War Of Mine)- Predictions for the board game industry***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL L…

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag April 2025 4:44

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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! This month, the J Squad is talking about an airport dog for some reason. We hope you enjoy this short clip! For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month. Just go to maximumfun.org/join! Judge John Hodgman is me…

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Baby Grand Jury 1:04:06

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Lauren loved playing the piano as a child and regrets quitting. She wants to get a piano and start playing again. But John says pianos are too big and too loud. He thinks she should get a keyboard instead. Then Lauren can play in total silence with headphones on. This makes Lauren sad! Who's right? Who's wrong? Check out this episode on YouTube for…

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Bouilla-biased 1:04:47

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Daryl loves soup! But her husband, Adam, hates it. Daryl has stopped making soup at home and misses it. Adam says that he wants her to stop talking about soup in public. It makes him feel bad. Daryl just wants more soup in her life. Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagra…

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Ep 209 Top 5 Comfort board games 1:05:07

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Title: Top 5 Comfort Board Games 🛋️ | Jason & Antony’s Go-To Favourites | Meeple MindedDescription:What are the board games you keep coming back too? Games that feel like a warm hug on a rainy day?Or even just games you know that no matter how hard the day was you can just chill out and relax playing a good comfort game?In this episode of the Meepl…

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A Jewelry of Your Peers in Ann Arbor 50:56

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Kalee and Nik both want their dad's cool ring in the shape of a lion's head. The problem? Their dad is still alive! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus, a woman who believes she is owed a cruise from her friend and a man who would like his good buddy to stop telling their coworkers he used to sleep without sheets on the bed! Recorded LIVE at the Ann Arb…

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Broken Meeple Podcast 111 - How To Teach Board Games 1:08:19

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 111 - How To Teach Board Games- updates- Inferno impressions- Tips for teaching board games***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.uk where you can buy great games at great…

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Time and Rubbishment 1:10:23

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The trash pickup schedule in Nick and Michele’s neighborhood is confusing. No one knows when to bring their bins out! Nick wants to put an automated digital sign in their front window that displays the schedule. But Michele is opposed! She says the sign is TACKY. Who's right? Who's wrong? With Guest Bailiff Jean Grae! Jean Grae's IN MY REMAINING YE…

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag March 2025 5:57

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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Not yet a member? Here's a taste of what you can expect from the J Squad every month in the bonus content feed. For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month. Your memberships are what make our show possible. Th…

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TEASER: Lawn and Hors D'oeuvres Live in Los Angeles 10:20

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There's another drop in the members-only bonus feed! Both on audio AND video! Here's a clip from Lawn and Hors D'oeuvres Live in Los Angeles! But what about the rest of the case and the episode? You'll have to be a member to hear the rest or watch the entire live show in full. Just go to maximumfun.org/join and join at the $5 a month level or highe…

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Statute of Imitations 1:08:58

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Gaela and Cesca are identical twins. Gaela wants to pull some classic twin-switch pranks but Cesca thinks these types of pranks are hack! What does Judge John Hodgman think? With identical twin Expert Witnesses Jason Sklar and Randy Sklar! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on I…

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Ep 208 The Rise of Two Player Board Games 47:14

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Is the golden age of two-player board games upon us? In this episode of Meeple Minded, we dive deep into the growing trend of dedicated 2-player modern hobby board games why they’re thriving, what makes them special & more importantly are they even necessary? We also break down what we played this week 💬 Join the Discussion! What are YOUR favorite …

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Episode 110 - Bling My Game Up A Bit 1:17:35

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 110 - BLING MY GAME UP A BIT- updates- why the UK Games Expo might not be worth it- Biome second impressions- Critter Kitchen first impressions/rant- How I bling up my games***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meep…

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Small Claymations Court 56:05

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Brian brings the case against his wife Cheri and their daughter Lauren. The family has a long-running joke where they declare who is the Gumby. That’s right, Gumby. The mid-20th century claymation cartoon. Brian says that he is the Gumby of the family. But Lauren and Cheri disagree. He’s Pokey, AT BEST! Who's right? Who's wrong? Lauren and Cheri ha…

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TEASER: Judge John Hodgman Spring Break Party 5:40

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It’s been a long, dark, and cold winter. Judge John Hodgman is ready for SPRING BREAK! We want to share a few minutes from the Judge John Hodgman Spring Break Beach House so you can hear what a great time it is! Ben Harrison (Greatest Trek) has mixed some beautiful beachside cocktails to enjoy as they all discuss Spring Break shenanigans. Grab a re…

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Juvenile Court is Back! 53:30

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Juvenile Court is back in session with our Expert Juvenile, Scarlett Thorn! We hear cases from kids on playing video games with their podcaster dad, manga, tucked-in sweaters, Punch Buggy, and much more! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman for photos from this episode! Judge…

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Ep 207 5 Board Games we are looking forward to Coming in 2025! 53:09

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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast: Ep 207 5 Board Games we are looking forward to Coming in 2025! 🎲Welcome back to Meeple Minded! In this episode, we’re talking about 5 modern hobby board games releasing in 2025 that we can’t wait to get our hands on. If you love discovering new games and keeping up with what’s coming next in the board gaming world, this epi…