Interview 32 – Mike Brodeur, part 2

* (0:20) The biggest myth Mike would like to dispel about his job. * (5:07) The role and importance (or lack thereof) in available play space. * (12:58) Whether it’s necessary to hire people that are already into the hobby. * (25:36) Why do so many stores fail?  The Specialty Retailer’s Handbook by Dave Wallace. * (32:50) In an age of increasing decentralization in the RPG industry, the rise of the small press, etc, how does a game store decide what to stock? * (40:59) The biggest challenges in the near future for retail shops.  The important relationship between stores and game creators. Hosts: Chad, Dan, Julia Guests: Mike Brodeur