The Discussion Phase
- Episodes
- 163
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- Sep 22, 2026
About the podcast
A boardgame podcast where we take a break from playing the games we love, to talk about the games we love.
Episodes 163
Ep. #164: Catching Up
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! We're finally back and catching up on a ton of recent plays! We hope you enjoy this episode
Ep. #163: Gen-Con Preview 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest hotness coming out at Gen-Con! We also take a look at some games we're …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest hotness coming out at Gen-Con! We also take a look at some games we're excited to play at JohannCon.
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/zjgCHefYtn
Ep. #162: An Episode about Horses
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we've got a few horses, and we're trying to decide if they're dead horses we need to stop beating, or if we need to feed them even …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we've got a few horses, and we're trying to decide if they're dead horses we need to stop beating, or if we need to feed them even more! We also catch up on some recent plays and board game news!
Join in on The Discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #161: Fountain Mouse Games Interview
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase!On today's episode, we have the priveldge of interviewing the minds behind Fountain Mouse Games, Sal and Johnathan. Their new game, Courage and Cunning …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase!
On today's episode, we have the priveldge of interviewing the minds behind Fountain Mouse Games, Sal and Johnathan. Their new game, Courage and Cunning, is out on Kickstarter as part of the Micro May event - check it out here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/johnathansorce/courage-and-cunning?ref=user_menu
Interview starts at 28:10
We also catch up on some recent plays of Terraforming Mars, Cosmolancer, Rajas of the Ganges, and more!
Join in on The Discussion on our discord - https://discord.gg/5WeEgASKpK
Ep. #160: The Road Back from Adepticon
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and talk about Adepticon, TCGs, and create a game of our own. Join in on the discussion on our …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and talk about Adepticon, TCGs, and create a game of our own.
Join in on the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/zjgCHefYtn
Ep. #159: Deck Builders
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss deck building games! We also catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest board game news.
Ep. #158: Good Games Gone Bad
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and talk about how even well designed games can still fall flat. Join in on the discussion on our …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and talk about how even well designed games can still fall flat.
Join in on the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/zjgCHefYtn
Ep. #157: Dr. Reiner Knizia
Welcome back to another Episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss the good Dr. and talk about why we love his designs. We're joined by our good friend David, the Knizia expert!Join in on …
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Welcome back to another Episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss the good Dr. and talk about why we love his designs. We're joined by our good friend David, the Knizia expert!
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/azBwGM7C
Ep #156: Looking forward to 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we talk about what games we're excited about in 2026! We also catch up on some recent plays, and talk about our board game New Year …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we talk about what games we're excited about in 2026! We also catch up on some recent plays, and talk about our board game New Year resolutions!
Join in on The Discussion: https://discord.gg/x8MjhbSP
Ep. #155: Top 50 Games of All Time - 10-1
Welcome back to another episode of the Discussion Phase! On today's episode we finish up our top 50 countdown! We also discuss some recent plays and the latest in board game news!John's top 100 Writeup on BGG …
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Welcome back to another episode of the Discussion Phase! On today's episode we finish up our top 50 countdown! We also discuss some recent plays and the latest in board game news!
John's top 100 Writeup on BGG: https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/363572/john-s-top-100-games-2025
Join in on The Discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/9autsbUJJf
Ep. #154: Top 50 Games of All Time - 20-11
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On this episode, we continue counting down our top 50 games with number 20-11! We also discuss recent plays of Torchlit and Covenant.Join in on the …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On this episode, we continue counting down our top 50 games with number 20-11! We also discuss recent plays of Torchlit and Covenant.
Join in on the discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/9autsbUJJf
Ep. #153: Top 50 Games of All Time - 30-21
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we continue counting down our top 50 games of all time! We also catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest in board game …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we continue counting down our top 50 games of all time! We also catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest in board game news!
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/9autsbUJJf
Ep. #152: Top 50 Games of All Time - 40-31
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we continue our countdown of our top 50 games. We also discuss some recent plays of Old Kings Crown and check in on the latest …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we continue our countdown of our top 50 games. We also discuss some recent plays of Old Kings Crown and check in on the latest hotness!
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #151: Top 50 Games of All Time: 50-41
Welcome back to The Discussion Phase! Its the best time of the year, join Matthew, Brady, and John as we count down our top 50 games of all time. We also catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest …
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Welcome back to The Discussion Phase! Its the best time of the year, join Matthew, Brady, and John as we count down our top 50 games of all time. We also catch up on some recent plays and discuss the latest hotness!
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #150: Top Gaming Memories
We've made it to episode 150! On today's episode the whole gang is here to discuss some of our favorite board gaming memories. We also discuss some recent plays, and Brady recaps his trip to ASOIAF …
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We've made it to episode 150! On today's episode the whole gang is here to discuss some of our favorite board gaming memories. We also discuss some recent plays, and Brady recaps his trip to ASOIAF Nationals!
Join in on the discussion: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #149: Shelf-Centered Decisions
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we talk about our ever shrinking shelf space, and how we decide if a game is worth keeping in our collection. We also catch up on some …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we talk about our ever shrinking shelf space, and how we decide if a game is worth keeping in our collection. We also catch up on some recent plays, and discuss the latest hotness "The Old Kings Crown"
Join in on the Discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #148: Together at Last
Welcome back to The Discussion Phase! On todays episode we catch up on all of the plays we had during our cabin trip last week. Lots of plays to discuss and quite a few hidden gems!Join in on The Discussion on …
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Welcome back to The Discussion Phase! On todays episode we catch up on all of the plays we had during our cabin trip last week. Lots of plays to discuss and quite a few hidden gems!
Join in on The Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #147: 6 Player Games
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On todays episode, we discuss what makes a game play well at 6 players! We also catch up on some recent plays, and give a few updates on current …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On todays episode, we discuss what makes a game play well at 6 players! We also catch up on some recent plays, and give a few updates on current crowdfunding projects!
Join in on the Discussion: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #146: Is New Always Better?
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On todays episode, we ask the question, "Is NEW always better?" We also catch up on some recent plays of Agricola, Duel for Cardia, and Courtisans. Join …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On todays episode, we ask the question, "Is NEW always better?" We also catch up on some recent plays of Agricola, Duel for Cardia, and Courtisans.
Join in on the discussion: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #145: Gen Con Roundup
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss Gen Con 2025, everything from working in the industry to experiencing new titles and release. We also catch up on some …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss Gen Con 2025, everything from working in the industry to experiencing new titles and release. We also catch up on some recent plays of Fate of the Fellowship, Revive, and Beyond the Sun!
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #144: Board Game Arena
Welcome back to the Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and Brady discuss online implementation of board games on Board Game Arena! We also catch up on some recent plays of Vegas Strip and Ruins.Want …
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Welcome back to the Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and Brady discuss online implementation of board games on Board Game Arena! We also catch up on some recent plays of Vegas Strip and Ruins.
Want to play some games on BGA? Join https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #143: Gen Con Preview
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss the worlds largest board gaming convention, Gen Con! Lots of games and new releases to discuss! We also catch up on some …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we discuss the worlds largest board gaming convention, Gen Con! Lots of games and new releases to discuss! We also catch up on some recent plays, and discuss the new hotness in crowdfunding, Blood Rage Valhalla!
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #142: Same, but Different
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we talk about iteration in games, using two of our favorite designers as examples! We also catch up on some recent plays and FINALLY …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode we talk about iteration in games, using two of our favorite designers as examples! We also catch up on some recent plays and FINALLY discuss the LOTR The Confrontation artifact!
Join in on the discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #141 Board Game Cafes
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and Brady catch up on some recent plays, discuss a recent card game tournament, and talk about the business of Board Game …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and Brady catch up on some recent plays, discuss a recent card game tournament, and talk about the business of Board Game Cafes!
Questions or thoughts? Join in on the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #140 Cozy Games
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and John discuss what makes a great Cozy game! So grab your coffee, snuggle up with a nice blanket, and enjoy!Join in on the …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and John discuss what makes a great Cozy game! So grab your coffee, snuggle up with a nice blanket, and enjoy!
Join in on the discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #139 Trilogy Showdown
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! Today, Brady and Matthew discuss two popular trilogies and give some pros and cons of what we like in each! We also catch up on some recent plays.Join in …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! Today, Brady and Matthew discuss two popular trilogies and give some pros and cons of what we like in each! We also catch up on some recent plays.
Join in on the Discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep: #138: From Console to Cardboard
Welcome back to The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we are talking about games that have gone from Console to Cardboard. We share our thoughts on board game implementations of Video Games. We also catch …
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Welcome back to The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we are talking about games that have gone from Console to Cardboard. We share our thoughts on board game implementations of Video Games. We also catch up on some recent plays, and Matthew leads us in a new game to test our rulebook knowledge.
Join in on the Discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/YHcUcabd
Ep. #137: Addressing the Narrative
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we're addressing the Narrative. Don't worry, there's no controversy here, we're just talking about some of our favorite …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we're addressing the Narrative. Don't worry, there's no controversy here, we're just talking about some of our favorite implementations of story in non-campaign/narrative focused games!
We also catch up on some recent plays of Age of Steam, The Witcher: Path of Destiny, Nunatak, and more!
Join in on the Discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Ep. #136: Duel of the Fates
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and Brady talk about their favorite Duel games. We also catch up on some recent plays!Join in on the discussion on our …
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Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, Matthew and Brady talk about their favorite Duel games. We also catch up on some recent plays!
Join in on the discussion on our Discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
Episode 135: A Blind Top 5!
Welcome to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we try one of the latest trends on social media, the Blind top 5 ranking! We also catch up on some recent plays, and share some BIG …
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Welcome to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we try one of the latest trends on social media, the Blind top 5 ranking! We also catch up on some recent plays, and share some BIG purchases we've made!
Join in on the Discussion on our discord: https://discord.gg/nbwabZprGU
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