The Board Game BBQ Podcast
A Podcast about Board Games, brought to you by a group of gamers based in Australia. We are not experts, but certainly addicts!
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Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
It's the 300th episode of the Board Game BBQ podcast, and we're firing up the fun!
The whole gang is here to celebrate as we take a wild ride down memory lane, reliving 300 episodes and four years of game-loving madness. Def is ready to dazzle with some juicy stats, and we've got surprise guest appearances from some friends we have made along the way.
A massive shout-out to our fantastic community for sticking with us through all the hijinks and hilarity, and a huge thank you to our Patreons for your unwavering support.
All nine of us had an absolute blast recording this retrospective, and we hope you enjoy listening just as much!
**SPONSORS**
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.
**PATREON**
For as little as US$5 a month you can get access to exclusive podcast episodes, as well as other special Patron events scheduled throughout the year. There is even an exclusive Patron-only channel on our Discord where all of our US$10 members chat regularly with the BGBBQ Team and help shape the podcast. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2024.Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.
Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
This week Mitch, Lauren and Dan run through what has been hitting their tables. Mitch has had in wife in stitches after a game of Monikers. Dan has been enjoying quiet solitude, conven the time of his life trying to defend the villagers in Witchcraft! Lauren has been enjoying a classic card game that is one in a chameleon with Coloretto.
After that we've got the regularly scheduled Question of the Pod, and some moderately successful oaths.
New Question of the Pod: Tell us about a time a game had you in stitches.
Timestamps:Games we've been playing (0:01:33)Monikers (00:41:33)Witchcraft! (00:52:34)Coloretto (01:06:48)Question of the Pod Recap (01:14:00)Swear An Oath (01:26:20)
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:Windmill Valley - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/403441/windmill-valley Dragonkeepers - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/383109/dragonkeepers Yokohama - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/196340/yokohama Distilled - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/295895/distilled Andean Abyss - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/91080/andean-abyss Prussian Rails - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/35285/prussian-rails Hive - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2655/hive Ice Cool - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/177524/icecool Monikers - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/156546/monikers Witchcraft! - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/383499/witchcraft Coloretto - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/5782/coloretto
**SPONSORS**Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.**PATREON**For as little as US$5 a month you can get access to exclusive podcast episodes, as well as other special Patron events scheduled throughout the year. There is even an exclusive Patron-only channel on our Discord where all of our US$10 members chat regularly with the BGBBQ Team and help shape the podcast. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2024.Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
**SOCIALS**Support the podcast and join the community!https://linktr.ee/BoardGameBBQ
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Conor, Def, and Joe jostle jovially about their latest gaming escapades.
First up, Joe regales us with his rendezvous in the realm of Rebirth, Reiner Knizia’s latest offering which is still taking late pledges on Kickstarter. Def delves into the daring deeds of Pendragon, brace yourselves for battles, betrayals, and bountiful banter as he recounts his quest for the coveted crown, and Conor casts his comedic contortions on Mythic Mischief, a game that is very chess like, or is it cheff like? So, settle in, my merry gamers, and let the playful puns flow freely! It's sure to be another rollicking romp through the realm of tabletop tomfoolery.
All that, plus the Question of the Pod, Swear An Oath, and the usual shenanigans you've come to expect from the Board Game BBQ.
We also recap last week's Question of the Pod: What’s your favourite convention game? Thanks to everyone who contributed and shared their experiences with us on Discord and the Facebook Community.
And as always, we Swear an Oath.
Question of the Pod: What’s your preferred way of learning a board game?
Sizzling Games:
Rebirth 36:42
Pendragon 45:47
Mythic Mischief 01:07:30
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483**PLAY CON**https://play-con.com/
Facebook Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/560221262951198
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089725563211
**SPONSORS**
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.
**PATREON**
Yes, that's right. We have a Patreon. By becoming a Patreon member you will receive exclusive content, have access to a members only section of our discord where you can contribute to the content of the show, and much more. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2022.
Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.
Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
**SOCIALS**
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Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Episode 297
In this episode your hosts Adrian, Dana, and Jules are diving deep into the cardboard cosmos to explore three exciting titles: No Thanks!, Unmatched Adventures: Tales to Amaze, and Soda Smugglers. Get ready to embark on a journey of strategy and fun as they dissect these games while injecting their discussions with a healthy dose of laughter and camaraderie. With an epic QOTP and Oath segment we hope you all enjoy listening.
No Thanks! (00:41:05)Unmatched Adventures: Tales to Amaze (00:51:12)Soda Smugglers (01:02:57)
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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 (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.More Than Meeples (https://morethanmeeples.com.au/) is your friendly local in-store & online tabletop gaming and pop culture collectible store – specialising in board games, card games, collectibles, graphic novels and more.
Board and Dice (https://boardanddice.com/) Board&Dice designs, develops, and publishes expert and escape room board games.
We aim to make interesting, deep and diverse products, each being a unique experience, and each sporting its own flavour and an engaging theme.
**PATREON**
Yes, that's right. We have a Patreon. By becoming a Patreon member you will receive exclusive content, have access to a members only section of our discord where you can contribute to the content of the show, and much more. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2022.
Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.
Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
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Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
This week Dan, Dana and Lauren are talking about what games have been hitting their table. We ask Dan what's in your head and your wallet, Dana is celebrating Christmas in June, and Lauren is at war with a robot named Rick. There's also the Question of the Pod, and we boldly go where 295 podcasts have also gone before in Swearing an Oath. This and the usual Board Game BBQ antics. New Question of the Pod: If you could only play one board game for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?Sizzling Games:Games we've been playing (0:01:18)Santa's Workshop (0:31:29)The Walking Dead: Surrounded (0:40:05)Robotrick (0:48:44)Question of the Pod Recap: (0:58:40)Swear An Oath: (1:05:25)There are only a handful of tickets left for PlayCon. Head to https://play-con.com/ and grab yours fast!Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed:Cascadero - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/401216/cascadero Cascadito - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/401217/cascadito Ultimate Railroads - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/329591/ultimate-railroads Robotrick - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/374866/robotrick Santa's Workshop - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/353942/santas-workshop-second-edition The Walking Dead: Surrounded - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/406591/the-walking-dead-surrounded The Bloody Inn - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/180593/the-bloody-inn Woodcraft - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/355093/woodcraft The Quest for El Dorado - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/217372/the-quest-for-el-dorado Almost Innocent - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/359838/almost-innocent **SPONSORS**Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.**PATREON**For as little as US$5 a month you can get access to exclusive podcast episodes, as well as other special Patron events scheduled throughout the year. There is even an exclusive Patron-only channel on our Discord where all of our US$10 members chat regularly with the BGBBQ Team and help shape the podcast. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2024.Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ**SOCIALS**Support the podcast and join the community!https://linktr.ee/BoardGameBBQ
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
This week Dan, Adrian and Dana are back and have taken a Panadol for their ailments so they can share their favourite games of the past month. In Sizzling Games, Dana is strategically stocking shimmering silver, Adrian is assembling ambitious aqueducts against an adversary, and Dan is collecting cozy creations for clever critters.
There's also the Question of the Pod, Swear an Oath, and all of the usual shenanigans you've come to expect from the Board Game BBQ Podcast.
New Question of the Pod: What game do you use to introduce new people to modern board gaming, and why?
Sizzling Games:
Kutna Hora: City of Silver (33:00)
Barrage: New Lands - Duel (44:35)
Creature Comforts (56:20)
Question of the Pod Recap: (1:14:08)
Swear An Oath: (1:29:33)
Check out the assortment of Unmatched characters here: https://unmatched.cards/
There are only a handful of tickets left for PlayCon. Head to https://play-con.com/ and grab yours fast!
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:
Unmatched: Tales to Amaze (2023), Zombie Teenz Evolution (2020), Bardwood Grove (2024), Faraway (2023), Lost In The Shuffle (2023), Beer and Bread (2022), Star Wars: Bounty Hunters (2024), Kutna Hora: The City of Silver (2023), Barrage: New Lands - Duel (2024), Creature Comforts (2022)
**SPONSORS**
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.
**PATREON**
For as little as US$5 a month you can get access to exclusive podcast episodes, as well as other special Patron events scheduled throughout the year. There is even an exclusive Patron-only channel on our Discord where all of our US$10 members chat regularly with the BGBBQ Team and help shape the podcast. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2024.
Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.
Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
**SOCIALS**
Support the podcast and join the community!https://linktr.ee/BoardGameBBQ
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 21, 2024
This week Lauren and Joe are joined by special guest Emily Roser from Shut Up & Sit Down and Emily and Things. We hear all about her journey into the board game space and her unique approach to game reviews. She also gives us insight into her identity as a trans woman in the board game community in the wake of joining SU&SD. We are so appreciative of her grace and candour. Then we dive into all the games we've been playing. Joe runs through the heap of games from his recent Brisbane trip. Emily talks about the best of the Oink series, including a new game for Lauren to use in therapy. After that we've got the regularly scheduled Question of the Pod, and we attempt to fulfil some of our oaths.New Question of the Pod: What is your favourite piece of board game related triviaTimestamps:Interview with Emily (0:01:11)Games we've been playing(0:42:19)Question of the Pod Recap (1:11:30)Swear An Oath (1:15:55)PlayCon is coming in 2024. Make sure you sign-up at https://play-con.com/ so you don't miss out!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:Dro Polter - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/405537/dropolter Teotihuacan - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/229853/teotihuacan-city-of-gods Voidfall - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/337627/voidfall Decorum - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/344554/decorum Sail - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/377470/sail Skyrise - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/298231/skyrise**SPONSORS**Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.**PATREON**For as little as US$5 a month you can get access to exclusive podcast episodes, as well as other special Patron events scheduled throughout the year. There is even an exclusive Patron-only channel on our Discord where all of our US$10 members chat regularly with the BGBBQ Team and help shape the podcast. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2024.Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ**SOCIALS**Support the podcast and join the community!https://linktr.ee/BoardGameBBQ
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
In Episode 293, your hosts Jules, Conor, and Mitch are diving deep into the cardboard cosmos to explore three thrilling titles: El Grande, Little Town, and Bardwood Grove. Get ready to embark on a journey of strategy and excitement as they dissect these games with the precision of seasoned surgeons, injecting their discussions with a healthy dose of laughter and camaraderie.
Alongside their game reviews, the BBQ crew is shaking things up by concocting their very own lexicon for the board gaming realm, they're brewing up a storm of fresh terminology to add a dash of zest to your gaming conversations. This episode promises to be a whirlwind of excitement. So sit back, relax and let the good times roll!
We also recap last week's Question of the Pod: How does Board Gaming affect your mental health? Thanks to everyone who contributed and shared their experiences with us on Discord and the Facebook Community.
And as always, we Swear an Oath.
Question of the Pod: What’s your favourite blend of mechanics?
Sizzling Games: Bardwood Grove(00:44:32), Little Town(00:52:50), El Grande(00:59:54)
Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483**PLAY CON**https://play-con.com/
Facebook Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/560221262951198
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089725563211
**SPONSORS**
Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games. Advent Games (http://www.adventgames.com.au/) are an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW. Their core values are integrity, customer satisfaction, and providing a wide range of products including those hard-to-find board games.
**PATREON**
Yes, that's right. We have a Patreon. By becoming a Patreon member you will receive exclusive content, have access to a members only section of our discord where you can contribute to the content of the show, and much more. Your Patreon support will also allow us to expand the podcast and deliver some exciting upcoming projects that we have planned for 2022.
Our team at the Board Game BBQ Podcast love what we do and will continue to deliver the same shenanigans that you have come to expect from us, and we are already incredibly grateful and humbled by all of your support. Being a member of the Patreon is by no means an obligation and please do not support the Patreon if it will it cause you financial hardship in any way. But if you would like to support us from as little as USD$5 a month please click the link and head to the Patreon page.
Thanks again for all of your continued support. We work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive community and you are all awesome. See you at the BBQ!! Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ
**SOCIALS**
Support the podcast and join the community!
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