The Board Game BBQ Podcast
by Board Game BBQ
The Board Game BBQ Podcast is a network of passionate people from all over Australia, with the same hobby.Join in the conversation at our Facebook page (Board Game BBQ) or drop us a line at [email protected] you enjoy the podcast please consider leaving a short review on your podcast app of choice. Your feedback will help us improve the podcast, and we might even read your review out on the show!
Episodes
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Episode 372 - Pax Aus Special 2026
Episode 372 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast Tune in for our PAX Aus 2026 special! This year, Joe, Conor, Jules, Dana are joined by some of our new additions to the team Nelly, Maddie and Swells. Listen in as we're live on the showroom floor bringing you exclusive hands-on impressions and interviews...
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Episode 371: Railway Boom, Woo and A Very Civil Whist
Episode 371 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast Hold onto your meeples, because the Board Game BBQ Podcast crew is back together — Sarah's returning to the table after a couple of years away, and we are thrilled to have her back! This week, Joe, Jules and Sarah reunite for a proper catch-up on what's…
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Episode 370: A Wild Venture and SETI: Space Agencies
Pull up a chair and listen in to the newest episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! In episode 370 Dana delves into the video game world much to the delight of Conor as she battles it out in Bullet Heart while Conor is giving Andy Worhol with Pop Art and creating tiny homes in Minikin Village. To…
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Episode 369: Carngie and dn'up
Episode 369 — The Board Game BBQ Podcast Backflip your way into this week's episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Conor's been keeping it varied, running through the light and quick Captain Flip alongside meatier fare in Entropy and Carnegie, while Jules has been getting into the...
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Episode 368: Sail and The Pursuit of Happiness
Another fortnight, another sesh of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Dana joins Conor as the two put aside their travel plans to chat about portable and not portable Stonemaier Games in Wingspan Pocket and Euphoria, Conor gives excuses to play pretend with his IRL friends as he discusses...
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Episode 367: Carnuta and Eternal Decks
Welcome to Episode 367 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast, in this weeks ep, Joe joins Conor and after trading socialising stories the lads chat about the games they've been playing lately. Joe partners up and tries out The White Castle Duel to see if it packs the same punch as the OG, Conor gets the...
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Episode 366: Tend and Elder Scrolls Betrayal of the Second Era
Welcome to episode 366 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast Back by popular and not so popular demand respectfully, Jules and Conor return to the podcasting chair as they catch up over the games they've been playing since Play Con. The two Sydney Siders talk about playing Kabuto Sumo and Spicy, Jules...
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Episode 365: Play Con Rundown and Ringyo
After a huge weekend at Play Con the whole team jumps on to chat about what an incredible time it was! From Session with our Guests of Honour Cole Wherle and Andrew Bosley to Flock Mode and Flamingo suits, if you were there relive the weekend with us and if not, well suffer from the FOMO and...
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Episode 364: Riftbound and Spacebase
Happy Pre Play Con Episode everyone, to get in the groove for our celebration of all things board games by listening to the latest ep of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week Jules has been collecting pretty pearls in 12 Rivers while Conor has been cleaning up the city of Chicago in Raising…
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Episode 363: Calico and Age of Innovation
Welcome to another episode of the Boardgame BBQ!! In this weeks episode Joe is quilting the most immaculate, blanket for his kitty cats to perch themselves on with Calico. Conor has been building cities for his fantasy races while constantly making poor decisions in Age of Innovation. The two…
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Episode 362: Caverna and Clans of Caledonia
Hello listeners and welcome to Episode 362 of the Board Game BBQ! This week Dana and Conor join forces to talk about farming, feeding workers and fulfilling contracts as they Sizzle Caverna and Clans of Caledonia. Both of them have been gaming with frogs as Dana plays around with Pondscape while...
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Episode 361: Sea Salt and Paper Extra Pepper and Regicide Legacy
Welcome to another Episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This week, Joe spices up is Sea Salt and Paper gaming with a nice little expansion in Extra Pepper, Conor checks out what all then fuss about Regicide is with the implementation of Regicide Legacy. There's also card games all round with...
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Episode 360: Bitoku and 5 Towers
It's a revolution!! Join Dana, Jules and Conor on Episode 360 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast. On this episode Conor finally gets his epic game of Bitoku played and makes the hottest of hot sauce in Scoville, Dana reminds Conor of his favourite cake when she discusses Black Forest and Jules…
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Episode 359: Moon Colony Bloodbath, Brass Birmingham
Join Jules, Conor and Lauren all the games hitting their tables and faces. Conor's hot take is that the number 1 game, Brass Birmingham, is in fact - good. Jules pours sweat, tears, and mostly blood into Moon Colony Bloodbath. Lauren hasn't been playing much but is there for moral support.…
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Episode 358: Tenby, March of the Ants, Take Time
Join Dana, Lauren and Jules as they have a very unserious time chatting about everything hitting their tables. Jules is getting into argy-bargy playing a game that he guarantees gives you Eclipse in a smaller box and time with March of the Ants. Dana has been playing a game named after a Welsh…
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Episode 357: Special Guests Jonathan Calleja & Keith Franks
Happy Oceania month! This week join Joe and Lauren, along with special guests Jonathan Calleja and Keith Franks as we discuss all things design and Australian tabletop. Jonathan and Keith offer great insights into what it's like as a professional or first time designer, and some of the barriers...
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Episode 356: Millenium Blades, Figment and Blood Rage featuring Matt Dunstan and Phil Walker-Harding
Join Conor as he welcomes two of Australia's most celebrated board game designers — Matt Dunstan and Phil Walker-Harding — for the first episode from Oceania Month in 2026! Matt is best known for games like Next Station London, Elysium, and the Adventure Games series, while Phil is the mind…
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Episode 355: Quacks of Quedlinburg, Civolution, Sanctuary: An Ark Nova Game
Join Banana, Conor and Joe as they discuss what has been hitting the table. Joe is mixing Tinder and board games in an effort to get through his shelf of shame. Conor is living his best life in Sydney with his brother from another mother and building arrays in Civolution. Banana is more…
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Episode 354: Magical Athlete, Marrakesh
On the back of Jules’ wedding, join Conor and Banana as they discuss what has been hitting their tables. Conor has been gaming like crazy after the new move to Sydney. He’s particularly enamoured with hoarding dates and slippers in Marrakesh. Meanwhile, Banana is obsessed with ‘Huge Baby’ and his...
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Episode 353: Fishing, Bomb Busters, Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders
Join Lauren, Adrian and Jules as they discuss what has been hitting their tables. The whiting is on the wall - Jules is hooked on trick taking, with Fishing. Lauren has been trying out less fishing and more fission, snipping wires in Bomb Busters. Adrian is grabbing his windbreaker and doing his...
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Episode 352: Botswana, Exit: Advent Calendar, Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done - Divine Influence
Join Conor, Lauren and Adrian as they ring in the new year with a whole lot of new games. Adrian recalls his experience with the Exit Advent Calendar - the experience really opened some doors for him. Conor really embraces the theme of Crusaders as he focuses on expansion, giving a Devine take…
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Episode 351: Our Top 5-1 Games of All Time!
Join the team as we round out our top 5-1 games of all time for 2025! There might be some old favourites, new surprises and some rule breaking. We would love to hear what games have made the top of your lists this year. Timestamps: Adrian’s 5 [0:02:21] Conor’s 5 [0:05:52 Joe’s 5 [0:09:08] Jules’…
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Episode 350: Our Top 10-6 Games of All Time!
This week, join the whole gang as we wrap up our top 10 games of all time! In this part 1, we'll be going through games 10-6. Part 2 of the top 5-1 will follow in the next pod. Join us to find out what we think are some of the greatest games ever made. We'd also love to hear what games you have…
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Episode 349: Riftbound, Castle Combo
Join Conor, Jules and Adrian in this “all-aussie” pod as Adrian celebrates his citizenship. No longer a Brit, but an Aussie through and through … as if he wasn’t already! Adrian has been revisiting an old favourite and curing himself of the plague in Bristol 1350. Jules has been wooed by a game...
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Episode 348: Soda Jerk, Vivo, Panda Panda, Pirates of Maracaibo
Join Dana, Lauren, Joe and the ghosts that haunt Dana's house as they chat about all the games hitting their tables. Joe has been checking out some small games to see whether they measure up, in Panda Panda and Vivo. Lauren thinks this one is so delightful, but that might be a knee-jerk reaction,...
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Episode 347: Slambo, Leviathan Wilds, Riftbound
This week join Jules, Adrian and Conor as they chat about what they've been getting played. Jules has been watching sumos slam in Slambo. Conor has been scaling colossi in Leviathan Wilds. Adrian shares the tale of losing at Riftbound to a literal child - because nothing says humble like being...
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Episode 346: PAX Aus 2025 Special!
Tune in for our PAX Australia 2025 special! This year, Joe, Adrian, Conor, Jules, and special guest Finn are live on the showroom floor bringing you exclusive hands-on impressions and interviews with some of Australia's most exciting up-and-coming game designers. We dive deep into their latest...
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Episode 345: Desperate Oasis, Faraway
This week, join Jules, Dana and Adrian as they chat about the games hitting their table. Dana has been surviving the harsh desert conditions in Desperate Oasis. Jules has been journeying through the mystical landscapes of Faraway. Adrian continues to rabbit on about Barrage and its expansions -...
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Episode 344: Aquatica Cold Waters, Ruins
This week, join Lauren, Conor and Jules as they chat about the games hitting their table. Jules is used to laying waste to his opponents, and now he can literally leave them - in Ruins. Conor is hot for this game but she's cold for him, in the expansion Aquatica: Cold Waters. Lauren has been...
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Episode 343: Frog Tower, Endeavor Deep Sea
In this episode Banana, Adrian and Joe are chatting about what’s been hitting the table. Adrian, has been exploring Etherstone but can’t stop talking about another game entirely. Banana is still wondering how to make a zombie look enthusiastic in Caution Signs. Meanwhile Joe is finding joy in...
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Episode 342: Snowcrest, Gloomhaven: Digital Edition, Vantage
In this episode the three bearded folk - Conor, Jules and Joe are getting into mischief. Joe has got a thing for sexy horses in Snowcrest. Meanwhile, Conor has had some dentistry issues, or a toothache, or something like that, with Gloomhaven: Digital Edition. Jules is living his best life...
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Episode 341: Wondrous Creatures, Wroth, Castles of Burgundy
Episode 341 – Post-Play Con Catch-up: Gen Con, Ladies’ Gaming Weekend & Mic Chaos In a post-Play Con world, the BBQ crew is back behind the mics — well, most of the mics. Jules shares tales from his big trip to Gen Con, Dana recounts her epic ladies’ weekend away full of board games, and Adrian…...
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Episode 340: Eternal Decks, Hot Streak, Foundations of Rome
We apologise for some minor sound quality issues this week. We hope you enjoy the pod all the same! This week join Conor, Lauren and Dana as they discuss their Play Con 2025 highlights, including TTRPGs, big group games and some hot new releases. Conor has been throwing it back playing a game...
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Episode 339 - Wellycon Adventures!
Episode 339 - Wellycon Adventures! Joe and Adrian are back from an incredible trip to New Zealand where they hit up Wellycon, the biggest board gaming event in NZ! They talk about all the amazing games they played, the wonderful people they met, and the awesome Kiwi gaming community. A massive...
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Episode 338: Monster Train 2, The Last Lighthouse, Ito
Join Conor, Joe and Lauren and they discuss what has been hitting their tables and screens. Conor has gone absolutely rogue venturing off the table and into the digital space with Monster Train 2. Lauren enlightens the guys on her recent solo tower defence adventure with The Last Lighthouse. Joe...
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Episode 337: A Gest of Robin Hood
Join Adrian and Lauren as they get up close and personal, literally, and discuss games they have been playing that deserve a merry mention. Then they join together in a shared sizzle fresh off a play of the 2-player GMT release, A Gest of Robin Hood. That, plus the regular question of the pod and...
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Episode 336: Brisbane Game Day Round Up, Honey Buzz: Fall Flavors
In this episode, Jules, Adrian and Dana could be giddy from tiredness or there’s something in the water … Jules has been experimenting with corded transport routes in the String Railway Collection. Adrian chats about his son’s continuing board game education with Pipeline. Meanwhile Banana is...
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Episode 335: The Anarchy, Blood on the Clocktower, Compile
In this jam-packed episode, Conor takes the reins as host and is joined by Adrian and Joe to chat about what they’ve been playing, some solo deep-dives, party chaos, and emerging favourites. Joe's Long Weekend of Mayhem Joe dives into his recent experience playing Blood on the Clocktower over a...
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Episode 334: Cyclades, Artisans of Splendent Vale, Finspan
This week, Joe, Jules and Lauren tuck into a mixed bag of gaming experiences. Jules has been dipping his fins into the Wingspan universe and getting back into Magic: The Gathering whilst being very excited about some upcoming IPs that are coming for his wallet. Joe has finally rejoined his weekly...
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Episode 333: The Gang, Altered TCG
In this episode, Banana, Adrian and Conor are in the mood to reminisce about a HUGE gaming weekend for Adrian’s 40th birthday. Adrian has fallen for The Gang, and by that he means not just the people at his birthday bash, but the game as well. Meanwhile Conor has been battling head-to-head and...
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Episode 332: Special Guest Matthew Dunstan
It wouldn’t be Oceania month without Matthew Dunstan, who is closing in on the title for the most guest appearances on the podcast! In this episode, Jules and Joe chat about Matthew’s new YouTube channel, co-designing, and how he enjoys giving back to the board game design community. We also hear...
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Episode 331: Special Guest Craig E. Somerton
Continuing on with our Oceania theme, Conor and Dana Banana are back and chatting to Aussie designer, Craig E. Somerton. Craig is still on a high after a successful Kickstarter with his first published game, Farm Hand. He talks about his journey in board gaming and designing, and in particular…
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Episode 330: Special Guest Jay Bendixen
Happy Oceania month! This week, Adrian and Lauren are joined by Jay Bendixen, designer of Surfs up and fellow Aussie as we talk about his design philosophy and upcoming games. Jay also gives his tips and insights into pitching games to publishers and going from prototype to published for small or...
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Episode 329: Special Guest Peter C. Hayward
This week, Conor and Lauren are joined by Peter C Hayward, designer of podcast darling Things in Rings. Peter sports his blue beard talking about his approach to design, his plethora of upcoming releases, and his affinity for Pixar easter eggs. Then, Lauren shares her recent Button Shy escapades....
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Episode 328: Isle of Cats The Duel, Finspan, La Famiglia:The Great Mafia War
In this episode, Adrian, Joe and Banana are in the hot seat. Adrian, in his first episode back after the break, has lots to talk about. From his continued love of Age of Steam with his son and Mum, to channeling his inner Marlon Brando, and making offers they can’t refuse in La Famiglia. Joe is...
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Episode 327: Xylotar, Vagrantsong, Creature Caravan
In this episode, Conor and Dana Banana are back for their first episode of 2025, while Lauren has so much to talk about, she returns for another chat in back-to-back episodes. Lauren has us with our mouths open as she talks about her latest trick-taking game that has the weirdest theme we’ve…
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Episode 326: Castle Combo, Wilmot's Warehouse
Join Jules and Lauren as they bring in the new year with what has been hitting their tables over the holidays. Jules' gaming appetite has him trying out the combo meal which is fit for a king in Castle Combo. Lauren has been wracking her brain to remember where she put Gandalf's staff and if it…
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Episode 325: Our Top 5-1 Games
This is it. The episode you've been waiting for. The whole crew is back together one last time for 2024, continuing the countdown of our Top 10 Games. There are so many great games in our Top 5s, and more than a few surprises. Thanks to everyone for your support in 2024. We can't wait to return…
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Episode 324: Our Top 10-6 Games
The whole crew is back together for Episode 324 as we count down our Top 10 Games. And you know that when the whole team gets together chaos isn't far behind. This week we share our top 10-6, and then next week we will reveal our 5-1. 10 [14:00] 9 [29:30] 8 [44:55] 7 [1:04:55] 6 [1:23:35] Check…
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Episode 323: Awkward Guests, The Light in the Mist
Episode 323: Awkward Guests, The Light in the Mist. On this week’s Episode, Dan and Dana have to take the reins at short notice while Adrian is recuperating. Dan has been trying to get rid of all his ‘midden’ as a Scottish Farmer in Skara Brae, only to find he is perhaps better suited to being...
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