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.
We go through our yearly holiday board game recommendations, with a little something for everyone.
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What kind of game(s) would you be able to pull out of your pocket or purse? Anything you’re always carrying?
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We like both big and small conventions. But the big ones tend to hog the spotlight. What are the benefits of small conventions?
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What year is this, anyway? We go back and look at our top 10 lists from 2017. Would we still recommend those games today?
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Lots of board games have a stripped down or re-themed version for kids. Are they worth it? Well… sometimes.
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Five classics of literature to introduce via board games. Whet your kids appetite, so that they WANT to read these books!
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Listener request today! We’re going to talk about ELA skills and board games to support them.
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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.
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We give our thoughts on Tidal Blades 2: Rise of the Unfolders, after our first, second, and third plays.
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What should you look for in a board game? Let’s look at five elements of games to help you choose.
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What is gamification? Does it have any relationship to board gaming? We examine the concept this week.
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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?
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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?
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Andrew & Anitra talk about their experience growing a gaming family, from toddlers to teenagers. Every kid is going to be different!
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How about some card games? We recommend one for beginners, two for intermediate, and three for advanced players.
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