Listen along as Andrew and Anitra talk about games they played, games their kids played, and a weekly discussion topic. Odd numbered podcasts have interviews with guests. Special event (convention) interviews can also be found separately.
The Family Gamers Podcast
Episode 359 – 2023 Video Game Gift Guide with Stephen Duetzman
Video game time! We discuss the Engaged Family Gaming video game gift guide with Stephen Duetzmann.
» Read moreEpisode 358 – Our 2023 Board Game Gift Guide
Welcome to the month of November! That means it’s time for our holiday board game gift guide.
» Read moreEpisode 357 – Spooky Games and Hidden Gems with Stephanie Nye
Today, we’re talking with the newest writer to join The Family Gamers, Stephanie Nye! What are some of her favorite games for the “spooky season”? And what games are awesome that not enough people talk about?
» Read moreEpisode 356 – Top 10 Games for Kids 7-10
We took a break for a while from our age-segregated lists. But now we’re back at it!
Plus: CuseCon wrap-up, contest winner, and a new community announcement.
Episode 355 – Panic Time! With Justin and Anne-Marie De Witt
Castle Panic has been a part of our lives longer than The Family Gamers has existed, and this week we talk to its creators: Justin & Anne-Marie De Witt!
» Read moreEpisode 354 – History Games
It’s been a long time since we talked about US history and gameschooling. Now let’s talk about games that are newer, and games that are less US-centric.
» Read moreEpisode 353 – Danielle Reynolds Does It All!
Danielle Reynolds is a project manager, game designer, podcast host, and general tabletop games volunteer… and friend of the podcast!
» Read moreEpisode 352 – Top 5 Simultaneous Play Games
We are NOT at GenCon this week. Instead, let’s talk about games where everyone plays at the same time!
» Read moreEpisode 351 – SAHM Reviews with the Bradys
Nicole and Scott have been doing family-friendly review content since 2008 with their site SAHM Reviews. But they’re tied into the board game industry in many other ways…
» Read moreEpisode 350 – Right-Sizing Your Game Collection
What does right-sizing your game collection mean in terms of size and maintenance? How do you determine what’s best for you?
» Read moreEpisode 349 – Up and Coming Games with Clarence Simpson
Clarence has designed one of our family’s favorite games. Where did Merchants of Magick come from, and what else is he working on?
» Read moreEpisode 348 – Our 5 Favorite Magical Games!
Episode 347 – Board Games with BoardGamingMama!
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» Read moreEpisode 346 – Room to Grow: Word Games Edition
If you want to play word games with your kids, you’re going to have to wait a LONG time for them to be ready. We suggest a few games that can help your family work their way up to “adult” word games.
» Read moreEpisode 345 – Game Design with Emma Larkins
This week we talk to Emma Larkins, designer of Abandon All Artichokes, Starry Night Sky, and Squabblin’ Goblins.
» Read moreEpisode 344 – Top Games for Six Years Old
It’s time for lists again! We review our top recommendations for six year olds, after talking about the great games we’ve been playing this week.
» Read moreEpisode 343 – Talking Games with Jeremy Howard
Welcome back to Jeremy Howard – we discuss all kinds of games that have crossed our radar recently.
» Read moreEpisode 342 – Games for Five Year Olds
Episode 341 – GAMA and Skybound Update with Matt Faulisi
Welcome Matt Faulisi from Skybound Tabletop! We talk about a few games he saw at GAMA and what’s coming from Skybound this year.
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