The Board Game BBQ Podcast
- Episodes
- 373
- Released
- every two weeks
- Latest episode
- Nov 3, 2026
About the podcast
A Podcast about Board Games, brought to you by a group of gamers based in Australia. We are not experts, but certainly addicts!
Episodes 373
Episode 373: Distilled Cocktails, Forest Shuffle Dartmoor, Star trek Captain's Chair
The new era of the BBQ begins! We welcome two of our new hosts, Nellie and Sam to the show and boy do they fit in like a card in a sleeve! Sam recounts his trick taking ventures at PAX with Lord of the Rings …
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The new era of the BBQ begins! We welcome two of our new hosts, Nellie and Sam to the show and boy do they fit in like a card in a sleeve! Sam recounts his trick taking ventures at PAX with Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring trick taker while reluctantly telling us how much he spent at the convention. Nellie also played some trick takers at PAX with Piñatas and her cute Mountain Goats.
Conor glazes Star Trek Captain's Chair as his sizzle, where he may have lived long, but didn't prosper. Nellie's will make you want to raise a glass with Distilled Cocktails and Sam rounds out then sizzles with Forest Shuffle Dartmoor for some cozy card playing.
But that's not all! Along with what has gotten our new hosts fired up is this week's question of the pod; 'Does a game being a table hog put you off playing it and why?'
All that and more in this new edition of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
Episode 372 - Pax Aus Special 2026
Episode 372 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast Tune in for our PAX Aus 2026 special! This year, Joe, Conor, Jules, Dana are joined by some of our new additions to the team Nelly, Maddie and Swells. Listen in as we're …
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Episode 372 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast
Tune in for our PAX Aus 2026 special! This year, Joe, Conor, Jules, Dana are joined by some of our new additions to the team Nelly, Maddie and Swells. Listen in as we're live on the showroom floor bringing you exclusive hands-on impressions and interviews with some of Australia's most exciting up-and-coming game designers. We dive deep into their latest prototype projects, and share our takes on some standout established titles we got to experience at the event.
A huge thanks to PAX Aus for the continued support and for giving us the opportunity to celebrate the local gaming scene. It's always a highlight of our year, and we're already looking forward to what next year brings!
Games discussed:
Some Assembly Required: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/468115/some-assembly-required
Skute: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/459923/skute
Things on Strings: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/468113/things-on-strings
Yotei: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/456860/yotei
Raas - A Dance of Love: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/358912/raas-a-dance-of-love
French Toast: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/312633/french-toast
Blood on the Clocktower: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/240980/blood-on-the-clocktower
Riftbound: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436560/riftbound-the-league-of-legends-trading-card-game
Magic the Gathering: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463/magic-the-gathering
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, but if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Episode 371: Railway Boom, Woo and A Very Civil Whist
Episode 371 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast Hold onto your meeples, because the Board Game BBQ Podcast crew is back together — Sarah's returning to the table after a couple of years away, and we are thrilled to …
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Episode 371 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast
Hold onto your meeples, because the Board Game BBQ Podcast crew is back together — Sarah's returning to the table after a couple of years away, and we are thrilled to have her back! This week, Joe, Jules and Sarah reunite for a proper catch-up on what's been hitting the table. Joe's been riding the rails with Railway Boom and testing his partner's trick taking limits with Rebel Princess. Jules has had a packed sesh with Woo, the heist-cracking Burncycle, and the aptly-named Some Assembly Required. And Sarah marks her comeback in style, diving into the chaotic sprint of Magical Athlete and the genteel card-table drama of A Very Civil Whist.
The crew also tackle this week's question of the pod: "Is Your Board Game Collection Growing or Shrinking, and Why?"
All that and more on this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
Sizzling Games:
Railway Boom: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/448159/railway-boom
Woo: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/476515/woo
A Very Civil Whist: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/382909/a-very-civil-whist
Other games mentioned:
Rebel Princess: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/381249/rebel-princess
Burncycle: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/322656/burncycle
Some Assembly Required: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/468115/some-assembly-required
Magical Athlete: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/454103/magical-athlete
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, but if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Support the podcast and join the community!
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Episode 370: A Wild Venture and SETI: Space Agencies
Pull up a chair and listen in to the newest episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! In episode 370 Dana delves into the video game world much to the delight of Conor as she battles it out in Bullet Heart while …
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Pull up a chair and listen in to the newest episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! In episode 370 Dana delves into the video game world much to the delight of Conor as she battles it out in Bullet Heart while Conor is giving Andy Worhol with Pop Art and creating tiny homes in Minikin Village. To no one's surprise, Conor gets bodied in his sizzle of SETI: Space Agencies while Dana fawns over the card play and art of A Wild Venture (just look at that frog meeple!!)
The two also discuss "Which Board Games would you like to see mashed together and why" and we hope that you join in the chat too for this week's Question of the Pod. Don't forget about the BBQ at PAX, check the Patreon in the upcoming week for an announcement!
All that and more on this weeks episode for the Board Game BBQ!
Episode 369: Carngie and dn'up
Episode 369 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast Backflip your way into this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Conor's been keeping it varied, running through the light and quick Captain Flip …
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Episode 369 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast
Backflip your way into this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Conor's been keeping it varied, running through the light and quick Captain Flip alongside meatier fare in Entropy and Carnegie, while Jules has been getting into the simultaneous card-flipping fun of Dnup. The lads also talk through the latest, hottest crowdfunding gems they have their eyes on.
The crew also tackle this week's question of the pod: "What Board Game Experience Do You Wish You Could Go Back and Relive, and Why?"
All that and more on this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
Sizzling Games:
Carnegie: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/310873/carnegie
Dnup: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/432456/dnup
Other games mentioned:
Captain Flip: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/393325/captain-flip
Entropy (2017): https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/223151/entropy-worlds-collide
Entropy (2026): https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/462941/entropy
Black Rose Wars Resonance: https://gamefound.com/en/projects/xplored/black-rose-wars-resonance
Orbitstar: Expedition to Darwin IV: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/422171/orbitstar-expedition-to-darwin-iv
DECKO: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/449146/decko
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, but if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Support the podcast and join the community!
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Episode 368: Sail and The Pursuit of Happiness
Another fortnight, another sesh of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Dana joins Conor as the two put aside their travel plans to chat about portable and not portable Stonemaier Games in Wingspan Pocket and …
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Another fortnight, another sesh of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
This week, Dana joins Conor as the two put aside their travel plans to chat about portable and not portable Stonemaier Games in Wingspan Pocket and Euphoria, Conor gives excuses to play pretend with his IRL friends as he discusses another DnD campaign as well as playing Oracle of Delphi with a familiar face. Do you fancy living a whole life in one game sitting? Then maybe take a listen to Dana's Sizzle in 'The Pursuit of Happiness', Conor on the other hand avoids murky and dangerous waters in his own Sizzle with 'Sail'.
The crew also announces they'll be at PAX 2026 and discuss the responses to last week's question of the pod, this weeks is 'What Game Always Provides Memorable Moments and Why?'
All that and more on this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
Episode 367: Carnuta and Eternal Decks
Welcome to Episode 367 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast, in this weeks ep, Joe joins Conor and after trading socialising stories the lads chat about the games they've been playing lately. Joe partners up and tries …
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Welcome to Episode 367 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast, in this weeks ep, Joe joins Conor and after trading socialising stories the lads chat about the games they've been playing lately.
Joe partners up and tries out The White Castle Duel to see if it packs the same punch as the OG, Conor gets the roll and write itch via digital addiction through the Ganz series. Does Joe's sizzle of 'Carnuta' get Conor to pick up his purchase pen again? While Conor waxes poetic about Eternal Decks for his while convincing Joe to play his own copy.
Don't forget to let us know about your answer to this week's Question of the Pod too! "What is your favourite digital implementation of a board game and why?'
All that and more when you sit down at the BBQ!Episode 366: Tend and Elder Scrolls Betrayal of the Second Era
Welcome to episode 366 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast Back by popular and not so popular demand respectfully, Jules and Conor return to the podcasting chair as they catch up over the games they've been playing …
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Welcome to episode 366 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast
Back by popular and not so popular demand respectfully, Jules and Conor return to the podcasting chair as they catch up over the games they've been playing since Play Con.
The two Sydney Siders talk about playing Kabuto Sumo and Spicy, Jules Sizzles the new Flip and Scratch/Stamp/Write in Tend and Conor begins an epic journey with his campaign buddy as they start Elder Scrolls Betrayal of the Second Era.
Don't forget to answer this weeks question of the Pod too; 'What game are you worst at and why?'
Head to our Facebook Community, Instagram or Discord to let us know!Episode 365: Play Con Rundown and Ringyo
After a huge weekend at Play Con the whole team jumps on to chat about what an incredible time it was! From Session with our Guests of Honour Cole Wherle and Andrew Bosley to Flock Mode and Flamingo suits, if …
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After a huge weekend at Play Con the whole team jumps on to chat about what an incredible time it was!
From Session with our Guests of Honour Cole Wherle and Andrew Bosley to Flock Mode and Flamingo suits, if you were there relive the weekend with us and if not, well suffer from the FOMO and prepare to book your tickets for 2027!
Along with Play Con, Dana has a solo sizzle of Paverson Games new project 'Ringyo', if you're interested in backing follow this link
We also have an epic announcement at the end of the episode, ooooooh excite! Plus not one but TWO question of the pod recaps with our new Question of the Pod 'What would your dream Kickstarter Add on be?'
All that and more on the latest episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!Episode 364: Riftbound and Spacebase
Happy Pre Play Con Episode everyone, to get in the groove for our celebration of all things board games by listening to the latest ep of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week Jules has been collecting pretty …
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Happy Pre Play Con Episode everyone, to get in the groove for our celebration of all things board games by listening to the latest ep of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
This week Jules has been collecting pretty pearls in 12 Rivers while Conor has been cleaning up the city of Chicago in Raising Chicago while also ruining friendships in Cyclades.
Jules fawns over his current TCG obsession 'Riftbound' for his sizzle, Conor on the other hand laments his losing in 'Spacebase'
All that and more on this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
Episode 363: Calico and Age of Innovation
Welcome to another episode of the Boardgame BBQ!! In this weeks episode Joe is quilting the most immaculate, blanket for his kitty cats to perch themselves on with Calico. Conor has been building cities for his …
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Welcome to another episode of the Boardgame BBQ!! In this weeks episode Joe is quilting the most immaculate, blanket for his kitty cats to perch themselves on with Calico. Conor has been building cities for his fantasy races while constantly making poor decisions in Age of Innovation.
The two lads also discuss their successes in Regicide Legacy and the old addiction begins to bite Conor again as Joe talks about playing his Magic the Gathering commander decks.
Don't forget to let us know you answer to this week's question of the pod, 'Which game do you consider a modern classic?'
All that and more on then latest episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!!
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples. Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page. Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Support the podcast and join the community!
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 362: Caverna and Clans of Caledonia
Hello listeners and welcome to Episode 362 of the Board Game BBQ! This week Dana and Conor join forces to talk about farming, feeding workers and fulfilling contracts as they Sizzle Caverna and Clans of …
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Hello listeners and welcome to Episode 362 of the Board Game BBQ! This week Dana and Conor join forces to talk about farming, feeding workers and fulfilling contracts as they Sizzle Caverna and Clans of Caledonia.
Both of them have been gaming with frogs as Dana plays around with Pondscape while Conor tries out the new amphibious faction in Root with the Homeland Expansion. Conor tells tales of his new RPG group with members of the BBQ community and Dana see's what's worth delving for in Everdell Emerland!
Don't forget about this week's Question of the Pod, 'What Game Needs No Expansion and Why?' All that and more, tune in to find out!
Episode 361: Sea Salt and Paper Extra Pepper and Regicide Legacy
Welcome to another Episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Joe spices up is Sea Salt and Paper gaming with a nice little expansion in Extra Pepper, Conor checks out what all then fuss about Regicide …
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Welcome to another Episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!
This week, Joe spices up is Sea Salt and Paper gaming with a nice little expansion in Extra Pepper, Conor checks out what all then fuss about Regicide is with the implementation of Regicide Legacy. There's also card games all round with Skulls of Sedlec and Marvel Champions!
Don't forget to about this weeks Question of the Pod 'What is you Favourite way to 'Legacyfy' a game?
All that and more in this episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!Episode 360: Bitoku and 5 Towers
It's a revolution!! Join Dana, Jules and Conor on Episode 360 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast. On this episode Conor finally gets his epic game of Bitoku played and makes the hottest of hot sauce in Scoville …
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It's a revolution!! Join Dana, Jules and Conor on Episode 360 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast.
On this episode Conor finally gets his epic game of Bitoku played and makes the hottest of hot sauce in Scoville, Dana reminds Conor of his favourite cake when she discusses Black Forest and Jules ventures back into the depths with Aquatica and looks to ruin peoples day in 5 Towers!
Don't forget this weeks Question of the Pod; 'What's your favourite boardgame component and why?
Episode 359: Moon Colony Bloodbath, Brass Birmingham
Join Jules, Conor and Lauren all the games hitting their tables and faces. Conor's hot take is that the number 1 game, Brass Birmingham, is in fact - good. Jules pours sweat, tears, and mostly blood into Moon …
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Join Jules, Conor and Lauren all the games hitting their tables and faces. Conor's hot take is that the number 1 game, Brass Birmingham, is in fact - good. Jules pours sweat, tears, and mostly blood into Moon Colony Bloodbath. Lauren hasn't been playing much but is there for moral support.
Question of the Pod: What board game is most likely to turn violent?
Tell us about the game and share your stories if you have them! Twisted ankle in twister? Clocked in the head in jungle speed? Flipped a table in Monopoly? We want to hear about it!
Timestamps:What we’ve been playing [0:02:51]
Moon Colony Bloodbath [0:44:05]
Brass Birmingham [0:51:51]
Question of the Pod [1:01:19]
Fired up [1:14:13]
Here's all the games we spoke about:French toast - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/312633/french-toast
Qork - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/207331/qork
Fuji Flush - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/203430/fuji-flush
Nippon: Zaibatsu - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/434367/nippon-zaibatsu
Marvel Champions: The Card Game - Sinister Motives - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameexpansion/347813/marvel-champions-the-card-game-sinister-motives
Forest Shuffle: Dartmoor - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/438402/forest-shuffle-dartmoor
Earth - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/350184/earth
Covenant - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/429863/covenant
Moon Colony Bloodbath - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/425549/moon-colony-bloodbath
Brass Birmingham - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/224517/brass-birmingham
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples. Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page. Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Support the podcast and join the community!
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 358: Tenby, March of the Ants, Take Time
Join Dana, Lauren and Jules as they have a very unserious time chatting about everything hitting their tables. Jules is getting into argy-bargy playing a game that he guarantees gives you Eclipse in a smaller …
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Join Dana, Lauren and Jules as they have a very unserious time chatting about everything hitting their tables. Jules is getting into argy-bargy playing a game that he guarantees gives you Eclipse in a smaller box and time with March of the Ants. Dana has been playing a game named after a Welsh town - no not Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, it's Tenby! Lauren has been ... wait for it ... enjoying the coop deduction puzzle in Take Time!
Question of the Pod: Come up with a great name for a board game and tell us how it plays.
Timestamps:
Games we’ve been playing [0:13:48]
March of the Ants [0:46:06]
Take Time [0:53:22]
Tenby [0:58:41]
Question of the Pod [1:11:36]
Fired Up [1:20:23]
Here's all the games we spoke about:Tenby: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/407233/tenby
March of the Ants: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/156496/march-of-the-ants
Take Time: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/440540/take-time
The Number: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/307450/the-number
Thing Thing: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/426162/thing-thing
Raas: A Dance of Love: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/358912/raas-a-dance-of-love
Railway Boom: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/448159/railway-boom
Waddle: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/435360/waddle
Storyfold: Wildwoods: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/425505/storyfold-wildwoods
Shadow Moon Syndicates: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/421872/shadow-moon-syndicates
Mountain Goats: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/63975/mountain-goats
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples. Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page. Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Support the podcast and join the community!
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 357: Special Guests Jonathan Calleja & Keith Franks
Happy Oceania month! This week join Joe and Lauren, along with special guests Jonathan Calleja and Keith Franks as we discuss all things design and Australian tabletop. Jonathan and Keith offer great insights …
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Happy Oceania month! This week join Joe and Lauren, along with special guests Jonathan Calleja and Keith Franks as we discuss all things design and Australian tabletop. Jonathan and Keith offer great insights into what it's like as a professional or first time designer, and some of the barriers that new designers encounter. We also dive into what has been hitting our tables and our hearts, as well as QOTP and our regular antics.
Check out their stuff!
Where you can buy Keith's games: https://thequestsuppliers.com.au/
Tabletop Games Designers Australia - www.tgda.org.au
Facebook group for TGDA: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TGDAus
Incubator Melbourne: https://www.facebook.com/groups/IncubatorMelbourne
Sydney Megagamers: https://www.sydneymegagamers.com/New Question of the Pod: What game have you played where the look of the game was drastically different to how it played?
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
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https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Episode 356: Millenium Blades, Figment and Blood Rage featuring Matt Dunstan and Phil Walker-Harding
Join Conor as he welcomes two of Australia's most celebrated board game designers — Matt Dunstan and Phil Walker-Harding — for the first episode from Oceania Month in 2026! Matt is best known for games like …
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Join Conor as he welcomes two of Australia's most celebrated board game designers — Matt Dunstan and Phil Walker-Harding — for the first episode from Oceania Month in 2026! Matt is best known for games like Next Station London, Elysium, and the Adventure Games series, while Phil is the mind behind Sushi Go!, Imhotep, Bärenpark, and Gizmos. Together they give us a sneak peek at the upcoming Designer Day event at Play Con — an exciting opportunity to meet and game with some of the best minds in the hobby. There's big game talk, design insights, and plenty of Aussie board game love in this one. Pull up a chair!
Sizzling Games:
Millennium Blades
Figment
Blood Rage
New Question of the Pod:
"What’s the best game or game mechanism you’ve seen on TV or in movies?"
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Millennium Blades - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/151347/millennium-blades
Figment - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/439209/figment
Blood Rage - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/170216/blood-rage
Rumble Nation - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/266722/rumble-nation
Next Station London - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/353545/next-station-london
Point Salad - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/274960/point-salad
Fantasy Realms - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/223040/fantasy-realms
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Episode 355: Quacks of Quedlinburg, Civolution, Sanctuary: An Ark Nova Game
Join Banana, Conor and Joe as they discuss what has been hitting the table. Joe is mixing Tinder and board games in an effort to get through his shelf of shame. Conor is living his best life in Sydney with his …
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Join Banana, Conor and Joe as they discuss what has been hitting the table. Joe is mixing Tinder and board games in an effort to get through his shelf of shame. Conor is living his best life in Sydney with his brother from another mother and building arrays in Civolution. Banana is more fascinated by Joe’s love life than any games, although she’s excited about getting another fix of Ark Nova vibes in Sanctuary. There’s lots of gaming goodness here, so join us for the chat!
Sizzling Games:
Quacks of Quedlinburg [44.11]
Civolution [50.14]
Sanctuary [59.55]
Question of the Pod Recap [1.10.28]
New Question of the Pod: What’s a great game to play on a date, and why?
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Castles in the Air RPG (with internal artwork by Samara Jethra):
https://storybrewersroleplaying.com/castles-in-the-air/?v=8bcc25c96aa5
Check out Samara’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samarajethwa/
Check out Samara Jethra and David Walsh at One Thousand Rats: https://www.onethousandrats.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoo7OWTpX0SqmhxX4i-GcCiW9rEd98sTzPx5dACTDkHK6qmPwGmm
Emberleaf: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/426513/emberleaf
Curses and Covens: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/370837/curses-and-covens
Hot Streak: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/446497/hot-streak
Brick Like This: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/439310/brick-like-this
Kittin: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/302477/kittin
Sea Salt and Paper: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/367220/sea-salt-and-paper
Lost Cities: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/50/lost-cities
Gaia Project: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/220308/gaia-project
Wingspan Americas: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/461932/wingspan-americas-expansion
Argent: The Consortium: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/144797/argent-the-consortium
Quacks of Quedlinburg: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks
Civolution: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks
Sanctuary: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/441696/sanctuary
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Episode 354: Magical Athlete, Marrakesh
On the back of Jules’ wedding, join Conor and Banana as they discuss what has been hitting their tables. Conor has been gaming like crazy after the new move to Sydney. He’s particularly enamoured with hoarding …
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On the back of Jules’ wedding, join Conor and Banana as they discuss what has been hitting their tables. Conor has been gaming like crazy after the new move to Sydney. He’s particularly enamoured with hoarding dates and slippers in Marrakesh. Meanwhile, Banana is obsessed with ‘Huge Baby’ and his ability to throw his weight around in Magical Athlete! All this and much more, so enjoy the listen!
Sizzling Games:
Magical Athlete [53.02]
Marrakesh [1.06.41]
New Question of the Pod: Do you prefer games that have one path to victory, or multiple paths? Why?
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
The Hobbit: There and Back Again: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436215/the-hobbit-there-and-back-again
Luthier: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/371330/luthier
Origin Story: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/454909/origin-story
Forestry: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/431493/forestry
Twinkle Starship: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/324344/twinkle-starship
Orapa Mine: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/424152/orapa-mine
Lightning Train: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/445673/lightning-train
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Episode 353: Fishing, Bomb Busters, Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders
Join Lauren, Adrian and Jules as they discuss what has been hitting their tables. The whiting is on the wall - Jules is hooked on trick taking, with Fishing. Lauren has been trying out less fishing and more …
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Join Lauren, Adrian and Jules as they discuss what has been hitting their tables. The whiting is on the wall - Jules is hooked on trick taking, with Fishing. Lauren has been trying out less fishing and more fission, snipping wires in Bomb Busters. Adrian is grabbing his windbreaker and doing his best Al Capone impression in Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders.
To top it off we look forward in our question of the pod, and finish off with what has us fired up!
Question of the Pod: What are your 2026 board game predictions?
Timestamps:
Games we’ve been playing [0:05:15]
Fishing [0:29:44]
Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders [0:36:15]
Bomb Busters [0:50:57]
Question of the Pod [1:01:18]
Fired Up [1:20:47]
Here's all the games we spoke about:Veiled Fate - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/315695/veiled-fate
Nana: Christmas Edition - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/401168/nana-christmas-edition
Tumblin’ Dice - https://boardgamegeek.com/geeksearch.php?action=search&objecttype=boardgame&q=tumblin%20dice
Seas of Strife - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/225482/seas-of-strife
A Fake Artist Goes to New York - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/135779/a-fake-artist-goes-to-new-york
Hansa Teutonica - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/43015/hansa-teutonica
Botswana - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/398/botswana
Lands of Amazement - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/434865/lands-of-amazement
Hyperstar Run - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/430611/hyperstar-run
Windmill Valley: Blooming Sails - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameexpansion/434507/windmill-valley-blooming-sails
Fishing - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/419195/fishing
Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/214880/chicago-1875-city-of-the-big-shoulders
Bomb Busters - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/413246/bomb-busters
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples. Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 352: Botswana, Exit: Advent Calendar, Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done - Divine Influence
Join Conor, Lauren and Adrian as they ring in the new year with a whole lot of new games. Adrian recalls his experience with the Exit Advent Calendar - the experience really opened some doors for him. Conor …
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Join Conor, Lauren and Adrian as they ring in the new year with a whole lot of new games. Adrian recalls his experience with the Exit Advent Calendar - the experience really opened some doors for him. Conor really embraces the theme of Crusaders as he focuses on expansion, giving a Devine take with Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done - Divine Influence. Lauren is playing a delightfully simple game that makes her want to gabber on, nay, sing, with Botswana.
Then we round of with a very spirited question of the pod discussion, and finish off with what has us fired up!
Question of the Pod: What games would you like to see at Play Con, and why would you like to see them there?
Timestamps:
Games we’ve been playing [0:01:52]
Crusaders: The Will Be Done - Divine Influence [0:33:27]
Exit: The game - Advent Calendar: The Magic of Christmas [0:44:25]
Botswana [0:52:29]
Question of the Pod [1:00:27]
Fired Up! [1:21:21]
Here's all the games we spoke about:Incan Gold - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/15512/diamant
My Gold Mine - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/331571/my-gold-mine
Sausage Sizzle - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/118215/sausage-sizzle
21Moon - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/308305/21moon
Grand Austria Hotel: Let’s Waltz - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameexpansion/320780/grand-austria-hotel-lets-waltz
Dungeons & Dragons - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/94902/dungeons-and-dragons-starter-set
Age of Steam - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/4098/age-of-steam
Assyria: Second Edition - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/432067/assyria-second-edition
Crusaders: Thy Will be Done - Divine Influence - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/289240/crusaders-thy-will-be-done-divine-influence
Exit: The game - Advent Calendar: The Magic of Christmas - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/445020/exit-the-game-advent-calendar-the-magic-of-christm
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples. Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 351: Our Top 5-1 Games of All Time!
Join the team as we round out our top 5-1 games of all time for 2025! There might be some old favourites, new surprises and some rule breaking. We would love to hear what games have made the top of your lists …
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Join the team as we round out our top 5-1 games of all time for 2025! There might be some old favourites, new surprises and some rule breaking. We would love to hear what games have made the top of your lists this year.
Timestamps:
Adrian’s 5 [0:02:21]
Conor’s 5 [0:05:52
Joe’s 5 [0:09:08]
Jules’ 5 [0:11:42]
Lauren’s 5 [0:13:43]
Dana’s 5 [0:15:59]
Adrian’s 4 [0:19:50]
Conor’s 4 [0:21:09]
Joe’s 4 [0:23:13]
Jules’ 4 [0:24:25]
Lauren’s 4 [0:26:23]
Dana’s 4 [0:28:14]
Adrian’s 3 [0:31:50]
Conor’s 3 [0:33:46]
Joe’s 3 [0:36:33]
Jules’ 3 [0:38:53]
Lauren’s 3 [0:41:13]
Dana’s 3 [0:43:01]
Adrian’s 2 [0:45:20]
Conor’s 2 [0:48:09]
Joe’s 2 [0:53:22]
Jules’ 2 [0:56:13]
Lauren’s 2 [0:59:22]
Dana’s 2 [1:02:29]
Adrian’s 1 [1:04:14]
Conor’s 1 [1:06:51]
Joe’s 1 [1:09:56]
Jules’ 1 [1:10:53]
Lauren’s 1 [1:14:25]
Dana’s 1 [1:17:42]
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
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Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples. Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 350: Our Top 10-6 Games of All Time!
This week, join the whole gang as we wrap up our top 10 games of all time! In this part 1, we'll be going through games 10-6. Part 2 of the top 5-1 will follow in the next pod. Join us to find out what we think …
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This week, join the whole gang as we wrap up our top 10 games of all time! In this part 1, we'll be going through games 10-6. Part 2 of the top 5-1 will follow in the next pod. Join us to find out what we think are some of the greatest games ever made. We'd also love to hear what games you have on your top 10.
Timestamps:
Adrian's 10 [0:13:23]
Joe's 10 [0:15:30]
Dana's 10 [0:16:58]
Jules' 10 [0:20:55]
Lauren's 10 [0:22:01]
Conor's 10 [0:23:34]
Adrian's 9 [0:24:41]
Joe's 9 [0:28:09]
Dana's 9 [0:30:05]
Jules' 9 [0:32:54]
Lauren's 9 [0:35:06]
Conor's 9 [0:36:02]
Adrian's 8 [0:39:12]
Joe's 8 [0:41:49]
Dana's 8 [0:43:12]
Jules' 8 [0:45:07]
Lauren's 8 [0:46:54]
Conor's 8 [0:48:58]
Adrian's 7 [0:51:23]
Joe's 7 [0:52:57]
Dana's 7 [0:55:36]
Jules' 7 [0:57:54]
Lauren's 7 [1:00:34]
Conor's 7 [1:02:23]
Adrian's 6 [1:04:12]
Joe's 6 [1:06:04]
Dana's 6 [1:07:33]
Jules' 6 [1:10:00]
Lauren's 6 [1:12:29]
Conor's 6 [1:14:44]Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
SPONSORSOur podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Episode 349: Riftbound, Castle Combo
Join Conor, Jules and Adrian in this “all-aussie” pod as Adrian celebrates his citizenship. No longer a Brit, but an Aussie through and through … as if he wasn’t already! Adrian has been revisiting an old …
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Join Conor, Jules and Adrian in this “all-aussie” pod as Adrian celebrates his citizenship. No longer a Brit, but an Aussie through and through … as if he wasn’t already!
Adrian has been revisiting an old favourite and curing himself of the plague in Bristol 1350. Jules has been wooed by a game about picnicking on plaid with ants in the new Bitewing Games title, Gingham. Coincidentally, Conor is also corralling six-legged insects in March of the Ants. The crew also give a rundown on recent game days in all three states, their obsession with Riftbound and Conor chats about a small box hit he’s discovered.
As usual there are lots of laughs and all-round gaming goodness!
Sizzling Games:
Riftbound: [34:52]
Castle Combo: [50:51]
Question of the Pod Recap: [59:52]
New Question of the Pod: [1:04:34]
Fired Up: [1:12:57]
New Question of the Pod: If a TCG requires hundreds (or thousands) of dollars to stay competitive, is that a design flaw… or just part of the hobby?
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Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Unpublished:
Architects (prototype by Kyle Jarratt). Contact via discord @kyngkyle or on the web at https://kyng.com.au
Published:
Bristol 1350: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/308989/bristol-1350
Gingham: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/440024/gingham
March of the Ants: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/416079/march-of-the-ants-evolved-edition
Riftbound – League of Legends: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436560/riftbound-the-league-of-legends-trading-card-game
Voidfall: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/337627/voidfall
Gazebo: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/440023/gazebo
Clithulu Wars: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/139976/cthulhu-wars
Harmonies: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/414317/harmonies
Slambo!: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/435357/slambo
Hot Streak: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/446497/hot-streak
Trails of Tucana: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/283864/trails-of-tucana
Castle Combo: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/416851/castle-combo
Café: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/284936/cafe
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD.
https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Episode 348: Soda Jerk, Vivo, Panda Panda, Pirates of Maracaibo
Join Dana, Lauren, Joe and the ghosts that haunt Dana's house as they chat about all the games hitting their tables. Joe has been checking out some small games to see whether they measure up, in Panda Panda and …
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Join Dana, Lauren, Joe and the ghosts that haunt Dana's house as they chat about all the games hitting their tables. Joe has been checking out some small games to see whether they measure up, in Panda Panda and Vivo. Lauren thinks this one is so delightful, but that might be a knee-jerk reaction, with Soda Jerk. Dana engages in some nautical nonsense, breaking her back carrying all that loot in Pirates of Maracaibo.
We also have our question of the pod and round it up with what has us fired up!
Timestamps:
What we've been playing [0:01:22]
Vivo [0:27:41]
Panda Panda / Cat Poker [0:33:06]
Soda Jerk [0:37:42]
Pirates of Maracaibo [0:45:23]
Question of the Pod [0:57:09]
Fired Up [1:04:57]New Question of the Pod: What is a small game that packs a big punch?
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Clans of Caledonia Industria - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/391913/clans-of-caledonia-industria
Duel for Cardia - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/447243/duel-for-cardia
Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/437705/horrified-dungeons-and-dragons
Ra and Write - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/422796/ra-and-write
Timber Town - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436561/timber-town
Luthier - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/371330/luthier
Challengers! Beach Cup - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/390340/challengers-beach-cup
Vivo - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/420242/vivo
Panda Panda / Cat Poker - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/400113/panda-panda
Soda Jerk - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/446953/soda-jerk
Pirates of Maracaibo - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/397385/pirates-of-maracaiboSPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
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Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 347: Slambo, Leviathan Wilds, Riftbound
This week join Jules, Adrian and Conor as they chat about what they've been getting played. Jules has been watching sumos slam in Slambo. Conor has been scaling colossi in Leviathan Wilds. Adrian shares the …
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This week join Jules, Adrian and Conor as they chat about what they've been getting played. Jules has been watching sumos slam in Slambo. Conor has been scaling colossi in Leviathan Wilds. Adrian shares the tale of losing at Riftbound to a literal child - because nothing says humble like being demolished by someone who still needs to be put to bed at night!
This plus our Question of the Pod recap and finally ending with what has us fired up!
Timestamps:
Up or Down [0:07:40]
Money [0:13:26]
Merchants of Andromeda [0:17:25]
Cities [0:25:45]
Slambo [0:33:10]
Leviathan Wilds [0:38:14]
Riftbound: The League of Legends TCG [0:45:39]New Question of the Pod: What game rule have you been playing incorrectly?
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Up or Down https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/428058/up-or-down
Money https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/125/money
Merchants of Andromeda https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436516/merchants-of-andromeda
Cities https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/402676/cities
Slambo https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/435357/slambo
Leviathan Wilds https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/358737/leviathan-wilds
Riftbound: The League of Legends TCG https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436560/riftbound-the-league-of-legends-trading-card-gameSPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 346: PAX Aus 2025 Special!
Tune in for our PAX Australia 2025 special! This year, Joe, Adrian, Conor, Jules, and special guest Finn are live on the showroom floor bringing you exclusive hands-on impressions and interviews with some of …
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Tune in for our PAX Australia 2025 special! This year, Joe, Adrian, Conor, Jules, and special guest Finn are live on the showroom floor bringing you exclusive hands-on impressions and interviews with some of Australia's most exciting up-and-coming game designers. We dive deep into their latest prototype projects, and share our takes on some standout established titles we got to experience at the event.
A huge thanks to PAX Australia for the continued support and for giving us the opportunity to celebrate the local gaming scene. It's always a highlight of our year, and we're already looking forward to what next year brings!
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Riftbound: The League of Legends TCG - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436560/riftbound-the-league-of-legends-trading-card-gameSeas of Strife - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/225482/seas-of-strife
Coyote - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/443688/coyote
Cheers to the Governor - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/404048/cheers-to-the-governor
Isle of Feathers - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/455519/isle-of-feathers
Timber Town - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/436561/timber-town
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 345: Desperate Oasis, Faraway
This week, join Jules, Dana and Adrian as they chat about the games hitting their table. Dana has been surviving the harsh desert conditions in Desperate Oasis. Jules has been journeying through the mystical …
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This week, join Jules, Dana and Adrian as they chat about the games hitting their table. Dana has been surviving the harsh desert conditions in Desperate Oasis. Jules has been journeying through the mystical landscapes of Faraway. Adrian continues to rabbit on about Barrage and its expansions - because apparently one dam episode wasn't enough!
This plus our Question of the Pod recap and finally ending with what has us fired up! (yee-haw)
New Question of the Pod: What game will you always go "all in" for?
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Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Mandala - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/264241/mandala
Wriggle Roulette - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/443829/wriggle-roulette
Hel: The Last Saga - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/274056/hel-the-last-saga
Container - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/453740/container
Isle of Feathers - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/455519/isle-of-feathers
Barrage - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/251247/barrage
Twinkle Twinkle - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/408280/twinkle-twinkle
Lord of the Rings: Confrontation - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/18833/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-confrontation
Desperate Oasis - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/428904/desperate-oasis
Faraway - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/385761/farawaySPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
Thanks a million for being amazing! We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9Episode 344: Aquatica Cold Waters, Ruins
This week, join Lauren, Conor and Jules as they chat about the games hitting their table. Jules is used to laying waste to his opponents, and now he can literally leave them - in Ruins. Conor is hot for this …
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This week, join Lauren, Conor and Jules as they chat about the games hitting their table. Jules is used to laying waste to his opponents, and now he can literally leave them - in Ruins. Conor is hot for this game but she's cold for him, in the expansion Aquatica: Cold Waters. Lauren has been playing some small little card games but is mostly just along for the ride.
This plus our Question of the Pod recap and finally ending with what has us fired up! (yee-haw)
Timestamps:
What we've been playing [0:02:19]
Aquatica: Cold Waters [0:46:17]
Ruins [1:00:47]
Question of the Pod [1:14:17]
Fired Up [1:25:16]
New Question of the Pod: What games did you miss on release, but are hanging out to play and why?
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483
Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:
Scoville - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/145659/scoville
Forest Shuffle - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/391163/forest-shuffle
Cryptrick - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/391829/cryptrick
Farm Hand - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/386860/farm-hand
Pixies: Flower Power - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/441707/pixies-flower-power
Paper World - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/429020/paper-world
Nunatak: Temple of Ice - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/383158/nunatak-temple-of-ice
Ruins - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/428635/ruins
Aquatica: Cold Waters - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameexpansion/300872/aquatica-cold-waters
SPONSORS
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.
Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. http://www.adventgames.com.au/
More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/
PATREON
Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We’ve got a Patreon! By joining, you’ll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.
At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we’re passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We’re so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don’t contribute if it’ll cause financial stress. But if you’d like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page.
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