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Knucklebones
by Monica Felix
Knucklebones is a narrative podcast about the impact of games in everyday lives. From the earliest games of making bets over sheep ankle bones to the social drama of bingo tournaments in the modern day, humans have relied on gameplay to connect, compete, and shape our thinking. Whether you have bonded with a new friend over a game of Mouse Trap, played your dad in chess, or taught your kids your own version of Monopoly, games have been an integral part of our lived experience. Episodes will cover interesting historical origins of games, look at modern day gaming subcultures, and take a closer look at moments when we find ourselves using game strategies in everyday life.
Episodes
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Roosters, Cigars, and Pinto Beans
The history of the popular game Lotería takes us from cigar manufacturing to tarot readings to the modern day. This week we take a look at changes to the game over the years and this game’s influence in Chicano culture. We also ask: is there ever a time you should try to lose a game? Topics:...
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The Game That Lasted 10 Years
We talk to Matthew from Milwaukee who has been running a game for 10 years. This week we ask: what is it like to play without having a sense of an ending? And can games teach us to be better humans? Topics: role-playing games (RPGs), gameplay and ethics, sense of an ending, cooperative vs...
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When Were You at the Top of Your Game?
From age 11 to 16, David rose to the top of his sport. His game: snooker. Today we take a look at what it means to have been at the top of your game. Being a skilled player can bring fame and recognition. But can lead to surprising pitfalls as well. Support the show
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Knucklebones is a narrative podcast about the impact of games in everyday lives. From the earliest games of making bets over sheep ankle bones to the social drama of bingo tournaments in the modern day, humans have relied on gameplay to connect, compete, and shape our thinking. Whether you have bonded with a new friend over a game of Mouse Trap, played your dad in chess, or taught your kids your own version of Monopoly, games have been an integral part of our lived experience. Episodes will cover interesting historical origins of games, look at modern day gaming subcultures, and take a closer look at moments when we find ourselves using game strategies in everyday life.
HOSTED BY
Monica Felix
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Knucklebones is a narrative podcast about the impact of games in everyday lives. From the earliest games of making bets over sheep ankle bones to the social drama of bingo tournaments in the modern day, humans have relied on gameplay to connect, compete, and shape our thinking. Whether you have...
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Knucklebones is created and hosted by Monica Felix.
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