Listen along as Andrew and Anitra talk about games they played, games their kids played, and a weekly discussion topic.
Podcast Episodes
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.
» Read moreEpisode 410 – Holiday Gift Guide
Episode 409 – Five Favorite Card Games
Episode 408 – Top 10 Cozy Games
Episode 407 – Our Favorite 15-Minute Games
We’ve been looking forward to making this episode for a little while. Sometimes you don’t have a lot of time to play games – so let’s talk about our family favorites that play in 15 minutes or less. 00:00 Fact for 407 This one is for Zach. on 15 November 2012 a new world record was set. The most people
» Read moreEpisode 406 – Andrew’s Favorites in 2025!
Episode 405 – Theme
Episode 404 – Connecting Through Gaming
Boardgames aren’t the only way to connect with your kids – and they aren’t always the BEST way, either.
We discuss other ways to connect, and recommend some videogames.