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Boards Alive Podcast
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Boards Alive is a podcast where we talk about tabletop games. Our goal is to show that tabletop gaming can be just as exciting and engaging as Hollywood movies or big budget video games. We try to highlight games that have a rich theme that connects with the mechanics of the game. We want to help people escape into tabletop games and enjoy the competition and camaraderie of gaming.
Episodes
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Episode 283 – Gunsen: The Battle for Toshi Ranbo, Circadia, and ICE Second Edition
In our two hundred and eighty-third episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo and Matt. We talk about Gunsen: The Battle for Toshi Ranbo, Circadia, and ICE Second Edition. Then we discuss the not at all recent announcement of the Spiel des Jahres 2026 award winners in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode…
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Episode 282 with Scott – Thunder Road: Ignition, Reforest, Moon Colony Bloodbath, and Bomb Busters
In our two hundred and eighty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Scott. We talk about Thunder Road: Ignition, Reforest, Moon Colony Bloodbath, and Bomb Busters. Then we discuss parenting and gaming and how to get your kids into board games in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by…
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Episode 281 with Linsae – Hacienda, Eternal Decks, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors, and Corsair Cove
In our two hundred and eighty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Hacienda and Eternal Decks. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors and Corsair Cove. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and...
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Episode 280 with Elsie – Moustache, LEGO: NINJAGO - Destiny's Bounty Adventures, Neva, and Pokemon Pokopia
In our two hundred and eightieth episode, Aaron is joined by Elsie. We talk about Moustache and LEGO: NINJAGO - Destiny's Bounty Adventures. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Neva and Pokemon Pokopia. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our...
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Episode 279 with Brendo – Take Time, Giraffe Raffe, Nippon: Zaibatsu, and Particulitix
In our two hundred and seventy-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Take Time, Giraffe Raffe, and Nippon: Zaibatsu. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Particulitix. Then we discuss the Best Games of 2016 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by…
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Episode 278 with Linsae – Flock!, dnup, Absolum, and Jurassic World Evolution 3
In our two hundred and seventy-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Flock! and dnup. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Absolum and Jurassic World Evolution 3. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon Flock! – 7:04…
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Episode 277 with Benji – Birds on Birds, Baseball Card GM, Hades 2, and MLB The Show '26
In our two hundred and seventy-seventh episode, Aaron is joined by Benji. We talk about Birds on Birds and Baseball Card GM. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Hades 2 and MLB The Show '26. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon Birds…
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Episode 276 with Matt – Rook Requiem, Luthier, Dice A Million, Unmatched: Stars and Stripes, and Redwood
In our two hundred and seventy-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about Rook Requiem, Luthier, Unmatched: Stars and Stripes, and Redwood. Then we discuss our Most Anticipated Games of 2026 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on...
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Episode 275 12th Anniversary – All-In: Predictions, Speakeasy, Minishoot' Adventures, and The Best Games of 2025 Bracket Battle
In our two hundred and seventy-fifth episode, it's our 12th Anniversary. We talk about All-In: Predictions and Speakeasy in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Minishoot' Adventures. Then we argue about the Best Games of 2025 in the very second ever BA Bracket…
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Episode 274 with Linsae – Cozy Stickerville, Indonesia, Starsand Island, Fields of Mistria, and Mio: Memories in Orbit
In our two hundred and seventy-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Cozy Stickerville and Indonesia. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Starsand Island, Fields of Mistria, and Mio: Memories in Orbit. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners...
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Episode 273 with Quinten – Scurry Up!, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Tower - Trick-taking Game, Dice A Million, Slay the Spire 2, and The Best Video Games of 2025
In our two hundred and seventy-third episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Scurry Up! and The Lord of the Rings: The Two Tower - Trick-taking Game. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Dice A Million and Slay the Spire 2. Then we discuss the Best Video Games of 2025 in...
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Episode 272 – The Boards Alive Top 40 Games of All Time – 20 to 1
In our two hundred and seventy-second episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo, Matt, and Scott. We borrow an idea from the Board Game Barrage podcast and make the Boards Alive Top 40 Games of All Time. We take turns picking a game to be added to the list, but it can be vetoed out by the other members…
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Episode 271 – The Boards Alive Top 40 Games of All Time - 40 to 21
In our two hundred and seventy-first episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo, Matt, and Scott. We borrow an idea from the Board Game Barrage podcast and make the Boards Alive Top 40 Games of All Time. We take turns picking a game to be added to the list, but it can be vetoed out by the other members…
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Episode 270 with Linsae – Pirates of Maracaibo, Duos, Fives, Dredge, and the Dragon Age series
In our two hundred and seventieth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Pirates of Maracaibo, Duos, and Fives. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Dredge and the Dragon Age series. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon...
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Cult Classic Callback - Adventures in Babysitting with Suzanne Sheldon
Episode 55 – Suzanne Sheldon Suzanne Sheldon can be found on Twitter @425suzanne and on Salt and Sass Games Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme…
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Episode 269 with Brendo and Matt – Magical Athlete, Rowdy Partners, Fives, and Covenant
In our two hundred and sixty-ninth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo and Matt. We talk about all the games we played at our annual holiday game day, including Magical Athlete, Rowdy Partners, Lowenherz, Bohnanza, Fives, Covenant, Fruit Fight, Flip 7, Heat: Pedal to the Metal, Eye My Favorite...
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Cult Classic Callback - Real Genius
This is a super special episode that we did for the Patreon Patrons. We wanted to release it as a bonus episode before the last Cult Classic episode. Thanks for listening! Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes…
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Episode 268 with Benji – Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Slay the Spire: The Board Game, Unicorn Overlord, and Disney Dreamlight Valley
In our two hundred and sixty-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Benji. We talk about Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Slay the Spire: The Board Game. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Unicorn Overlord and Disney Dreamlight Valley. This episode is sponsored…
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Cult Classic Callback - Garth Marenghi's Darkplace with Chris Michaud
Episode 54 – Chris Michaud Chris Michaud can be found on Twitter @tableflipsyou, on Mall Night Long, and on Flip the Table. Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song...
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Episode 267 BA Holiday Special with Matt – Distilled, Unmatched: Lee Vs Ali, Skyrise, and Tales of Kenzera: Zau
In our two hundred and sixty-seventh episode, it's our 11th annual BA Holiday Special. Matt joins me as we talk about Distilled, Unmatched: Lee Vs Ali, and Skyrise in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Tales of Kenzera: Zau. Then we discuss the best Stocking…
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Cult Classic Callback - White Christmas with Alonso Duralde
Episode 30 - Alonso Duralde Alonso Duralde can be found on Twitter @ADuralde, on The Wrap, in his books I'll Be Home For Christmas Movies and Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas, and on the podcasts Breakfast All Day, Linoleum Knife Cast and Maximum Film. Support us on Patreon Find us on…
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Episode 266 with Brendo – Resafa, Lowenherz, Mythical Dice, and Ball X Pit
In our two hundred and sixty-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Resafa, Lowenherz, and Mythical Dice. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Ball X Pit. Then we discuss Brendo's journey in 3D Printing and Our Current Buying Habits in Aaron Asks Anything. This...
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Cult Classic Callback - Tommy Boy
Episode 53 – Tommy Boy Thanks for listening! Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc
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Episode 265 with Quinten – Trickerion: Dahlgaard's Academy, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring - Trick-Taking Game, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and The Rogue Prince of Persia
In our two hundred and sixty-fifth episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Trickerion: Dahlgaard's Academy, Baseball Highlights 2045, and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring - Trick-Taking Game. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Pokemon Legends: Z-A and...
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Cult Classic Callback - The Blues Brothers with Bruce Voge
Episode 52 – Bruce Voge Bruce Voge can be found on Twitter @brucecothinks or on his shows The Just Barely Sports Podcast, The Party Game Cast, Board Game the Game Show, On Board Games, and The Spiel. Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more...
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Episode 264 with Scott – Galileo Galilei, Duos, Fruit Fight, and Sword of the Sea
In our two hundred and sixty-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Scott. We talk about Galileo Galilei, Duos, and Fruit Fight. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Sword of the Sea. Then we discuss the Best and Blurst Games of 2015 in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by...
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Cult Classic Callback - The Transformers: The Movie with Eric Summerer
Episode 51 – Eric Summerer Eric Summerer can be found on Twitter @EricSummerer, on the Right Brain Rollers Podcast, on The Dice Tower, and on his website. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 263 with Linsae – Fishing, Hot Streak, Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos, and Octopath Traveler 2
In our two hundred and sixty-third episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Fishing and Hot Streak. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos and Octopath Traveler 2. Then we discuss Linsae's Most Influential Video Games of all time in Aaron Asks...
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Cult Classic Callback - Now and Then
Episode 50 – Now and Then Thanks for listening! Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost Run" by Jean-Marc Giffin @JeanOfmArc
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Cult Classic Callback - Hot Fuzz with Quinten Dreger
Episode 49 – Quinten Dreger Quinten Dreger can be occasionally found on the Boards Alive Podcast. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song "Ghost...
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Episode 262 with Quinten – Kinfire Council, Up or Down?, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and The Order of Giants Indiana Jones and the Great Circle expansion
In our two hundred and sixty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Kinfire Council and Up or Down? Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Hollow Knight: Silksong and The Order of Giants Indiana Jones and the Great Circle expansion. Then we discuss Our Top 10 Most...
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Cult Classic Callback - Recess: School's Out with Jeremy Cobb
Episode 48 – Jeremy Cobb Jeremy Cobb can be found on Twitter @JeremyCobb1, on the podcast Three Black Halflings, and on the new podcast The Quantum Reactor. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Cult Classic Callback - The Aquabats Super Show with Chris Michaud
Episode 47 – Chris Michaud Chris Michaud can be found on Twitter @tableflipsyou, on Mall Night Long, and on Flip the Table. Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback Theme song...
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Episode 261 with Brendo – Wroth, Mogul, Mythwind: Expanded Horizons and Friends & Family expansions, and Endeavor: Deep Sea
In our two hundred and sixty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Wroth, Mogul, Mythwind: Expanded Horizons and Friends & Family expansions, and Endeavor: Deep Sea. Then we discuss if 2025 is the Year of Meh Games or not in Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by…
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Cult Classic Callback - The Muppet Movie with Bruce Voge
Episode 46 – Bruce Voge Bruce Voge can be found on Twitter @brucecothinks or on his shows The Just Barely Sports Podcast, The Party Game Cast, Board Game the Game Show, On Board Games, and The Spiel. Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more...
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Cult Classic Callback - G.I. Joe: The Movie with Chaz Marler
Episode 45 – G.I. Joe: The Movie with Chaz Marler Chaz Marler can be found on Twitter @DiceParadise and on the Watch It Played Youtube channel. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 260 with Matt – Rebel Princess, Moonrakers, Innovation Ultimate Echoes of the Past, Figures in the Sand, and Artifacts of History expansions, and Age of Atlantis
In our two hundred and sixtieth episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about Rebel Princess, Moonrakers, Innovation Ultimate Echoes of the Past, Figures in the Sand, and Artifacts of History expansions, and Age of Atlantis. Then we discuss how we get our board game fix when our lives are too...
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Cult Classic Callback - Dr. Strangelove with Mark Besada
Episode 44 – Dr. Strangelove with Mark Besada Mark Besada can be found on Twitter @markbesada and @brdgamebarrage, and on the podcast Board Game Barrage. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Cult Classic Callback - Goldeneye
Episode 43 – Goldeneye Aaron's other podcast, Boards Alive, can be found on Twitter @boardsalive and on Instagram @boardsalive. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 259 with Brendo – The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Age, Unmatched: Battle of Legends Vol. 3, Faraway: People From Below, and Metaphor: ReFantazio
In our two hundred and fifty-ninth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Age, Unmatched: Battle of Legends Vol. 3, and Faraway: People From Below in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Metaphor: ReFantazio. Then…
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Cult Classic Callback - Beaches with Stephanie Malek
Episode 42 – Stephanie Malek Stephanie Malek can be found on Twitter @stephanie_malek, on Instagram @stephanie_malek, and on the podcast The Fandom Show. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 258 with Linsae – Mythwind, Innovation Ultimate The Unseen and Cities of Destiny Expansions, Against the Storm, and Cult of the Lamb
In our two hundred and fifty-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Mythwind and The Unseen and Cities of Destiny Expansions for Innovation Ultimate in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Against the Storm and Cult of the Lamb. This episode is...
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Cult Classic Callback - Big Trouble In Little China with Nick Mariner
Episode 41 – Nick Mariner Nick Mariner can be found on Twitter @TheGoodMariner and on the podcast Please Get Me Started. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 257 with Benji – Dune: Imperium - Uprising, Innovation Ultimate, Crypt Custodian, and Geometry Dash
In our two hundred and fifty-seventh episode, Aaron is joined by Benji. We talk about Dune: Imperium - Uprising and Innovation Ultimate in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Crypt Custodian and Geometry Dash. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and...
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Cult Classic Callback - Bibleman with Jeremy Cobb
Episode 40 – Jeremy Cobb Jeremy Cobb can be found on Twitter @JeremyCobb1 and on the podcast Three Black Halflings. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at boardsalivepodcast.com/category/cult-classic-callback...
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Episode 256 with Matt – Great Western Trail: El Paso, Tabletop Inc., Unconscious Mind, and Return of the Obra Dinn
In our two hundred and fifty-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Matt. We talk about Great Western Trail: El Paso, Tabletop Inc., and Unconscious Mind in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Return of the Obra Dinn. Then we discuss the biggest letdowns after hearing…
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Cult Classic Callback - The Terminator with Patrick Hillier
Episode 39 – Patrick Hillier Patrick Hillier can be found on Twitter @overthehillier, on his website, and on his podcast Patrick and Eric in the Morning. Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 255 with Quinten – Guards of Atlantis 2, A Fake Artist Goes to New York, Marvel's Midnight Suns, and Duck Detective: The Secret Salami
In our two hundred and fifty-fifth episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Guards of Atlantis 2 and A Fake Artist Goes to New York in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Marvel's Midnight Suns and Duck Detective: The Secret Salami. Then we discuss the...
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Cult Classic Callback - The Sandlot with Waleed Mansour
Episode 38 – Waleed Mansour Waleed Mansour can be found on Twitter @MrWaleedMansour, on Instagram @waleed.draws.things, on his website, and on SitcomD&D Support us on Patreon Find us on Twitter @CultClassicPod Find us on Instagram @CultClassicCallbackLinsae Find more episodes at...
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Episode 254 with Brendo – Bridge City Poker, Robo Rally, Age of Steam, and Towerborne
In our two hundred and fifty-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Bridge City Poker, Robo Rally, and Age of Steam in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Towerborne. Then we discuss the Spiele des Jahres nominations for 2025 in Aaron Asks…
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Boards Alive is a podcast where we talk about tabletop games. Our goal is to show that tabletop gaming can be just as exciting and engaging as Hollywood movies or big budget video games. We try to highlight games that have a rich theme that connects with the mechanics of the game. We want to help people escape into tabletop games and enjoy the competition and camaraderie of gaming.
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