Listen along as Andrew and Anitra talk about games they played, games their kids played, and a weekly discussion topic.
Podcast Episodes
Episode 428 – Junior Games: Are They Worth It?
Lots of board games have a stripped down or re-themed version for kids. Are they worth it? Well… sometimes.
» Read moreEpisode 427 – Room to Grow: Trick-Taking Games
Episode 426 – 5 Classic Books to Introduce via Games
Five classics of literature to introduce via board games. Whet your kids appetite, so that they WANT to read these books!
» Read moreEpisode 425 – Learning in Board Games: ELA Skills
Listener request today! We’re going to talk about ELA skills and board games to support them.
» Read moreEpisode 424 – Games for Grads
Want to give a board game (or multiple board games) to a new highschool grad heading off into the world? Let’s talk about what might make a good choice.
» Read moreEpisode 423 – Top 10 Quick Games
Episode 422 – 1, 2, 3, Tidal Blades 2!
We give our thoughts on Tidal Blades 2: Rise of the Unfolders, after our first, second, and third plays.
» Read moreEpisode 421 – What to Look for in a Game?
What should you look for in a board game? Let’s look at five elements of games to help you choose.
» Read moreEpisode 420 – Gamification
What is gamification? Does it have any relationship to board gaming? We examine the concept this week.
» Read moreEpisode 419 – Teaching Board Game Manners
Episode 418 – Escape Rooms
Escape rooms let your family cooperate in new and interesting ways. But do you prefer a physical, in-person escape room, a video game, or a board game experience?
» Read moreEpisode 417 – The Purge: How Do You Know You’re Done?
How do you know when you’re done with a game and it’s time to get rid of it? Your kids have aged out of it – are you sure?
» Read moreEpisode 416 – Growing As a Family with Board Games
Andrew & Anitra talk about their experience growing a gaming family, from toddlers to teenagers. Every kid is going to be different!
» Read moreEpisode 415 – Room to Grow: Card Games
How about some card games? We recommend one for beginners, two for intermediate, and three for advanced players.
» Read moreEpisode 414 – Top Games of 2025
What games are the most popular among viewers and listeners who click our affiliate links? And what were our own favorite games this year?
» Read moreEpisode 413 – Five(ish) Games That Are Just Plain Fun
Episode 412 – Video Game Gift Guide
PAX Unplugged is our favorite time of year. Share an hour with us and listen to some interviews we got with creators and publishers.
» Read moreEpisode 411 – PAX Unplugged 2025
PAX Unplugged is our favorite time of year. Share an hour with us and listen to some interviews we got with creators and publishers.
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