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The Dice Steeple
by Tom Vasel
Dan King (The Game Boy Geek) & Sam Healey talk about topics involving Christians and Tabletop Gaming while trying to bridge the gap between world views.
Episodes
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The Dice Steeple - Episode 38 - Deliverance with Andrew Lowen
Sam and Kas welcome their good friend, Andrew Lowen, on the podcast to talk about his Christian fantasy dungeon-crawler on Kickstarter right now, Deliverance! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lowenhigh/deliverance-board-game?mc_cid=390b4ff64b&mc_eid=14c76e4a1c Enjoy the show!
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The Dice Steeple - Episode 37 - Game Toppers with Burky
Sam and Kas are joined by their good friend, Kevin Burkhardsmeier (aka Burky) to talk about a couple games they've been playing and Game Topper's new Kickstarter that launched on April 20, 2021!!
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The Dice Steeple - Episode 36
Join co-hosts Sam Healey and Kas Ismail as they share three games for each of them that they've been digging on recently and then take a look back at 2020! *Recorded on December 9, 2020*
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The Dice Steeple Episode 35: Eric Bitterman and The Isofarian Guard
Join hosts Sam Healey and Kas Ismail for another episode of The Dice Steeple. In this episode they share current events in their own lives and a currently hot game for them, and speak to Eric Bitterman about his games Stonebound Saga and The Isofarian Guard. Check it out!
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The Dice Steeple - Episode 34 - Encouragement for COVID-19
Co-hosts Sam Healey and Kas Ismail talk about a couple of games each that they've been playing recently, and then share some encouraging words that they hope will lift you up during this difficult era in which we find ourselves!
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The Dice Steeple - Episode 33 - Welcoming a New Co-Host
Sam and Kas begin the Dice Steeple anew! Sam generally explains the hiatus, and then he and Kas talk about a couple of the games each of them are looking forward to this year! Kas then gives his testimony as a way of introducing himself to the audience. Intro and outro music is "At Calvary" by...
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The Dice Steeple - Episode # 32 - CMON Expo & Funhill Games
In this episode Sam & Dan talk briefly about the CMON Expo in Atlanta where they are both on site. They also bring in designer Philip duBarry & Lance Hill from Funhill Games about their upcoming release Wisdom of Solomon. 1:10 - Guest intros 3:32 - Games We played - Black Orchestra 4:56 - One…
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Episode 31 - A Minute to Learn - A Lifetime to Master
Today Dan & Sam are joined by Patrick from Chara games. They talk about Chara Games' new game Soul of the Empire set in 54 A.D. Then they discuss games they've recently played. Finally they discuss the phrase A Minute to Learn, a Lifetime to Master which was the slogan for a game called Othello,...
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Episode 30 - Dice Tower Cruise & Gaming on Purpose
In this episode of the Dice Steeple Sam & Dan talk about the Dice Tower Cruise, the games they've played on the cruise, and the beginnings of a board game ministry that Dan has started called Gaming on Purpose.. 1:05 - Dice Tower Cruise 11:07 - Games we've been playing 12:13 - Team Play 14:17…
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Episode 29 - Pax Unplugged
In this episode Dan & Sam are joined by Mike Perna from Inn Roads Ministries to talk about the PAX Unplugged convention, Inn Roads Ministries, and Christian responses to Wil Wheaton's remarks about a mass shooting in a church. 0:00 - Intro / Pax Unplugged Convention 16:36 - Games we played 16:36…
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Episode 28 - Gencon with Special Guests & Theming in Gaming
In Episode 28 we are joined by special gusts in person at Gencon. Guests include: Stephan Brissaud (IELLO USA COO) Mike Fitzgerald (Designer) Alex Goldsmith (Dukes of Dice Podcast) We discuss fun things at Gencon, then dive into theming in gaming including biblical or religious themes.
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Episode 27 - Outreaching With Board Games
In episode 27 Sam & Dan speak with Bryan Behl from Multiplying Disciples Ministry about his outreach program at the University of Florida. They also discuss some games they've been playing (Barenpark, Caverna: Cave Vs Cave, Century: Spice Road, Whistle Stop, Trader Mechanic the Traitor Mechanic...
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The Dice Steeple # 26 Gaming and Hardships
Dan & Sam talk about the hardships they have recently gone through over the last month and how gaming has played a part through it all. They are also joined by Jared Oldham (the bass player for Theocracy) and talk about Rising Sun, The Godfather, a Song of Fire and Ice, Word on the Street…
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The Dice Steeple #25 Healing in Gaming
Sam Healey & Dan King interview Mike Goodrick, a worship pastor whose illness brought him into the gaming hobby and helped him through it. 1:02 - Intro 1:19 - Dan's Kickstarter 2:08 - Games We've Been Playing Round House 4:39 - World Championship Roulette 6:41 - Sixes 8:15 - Exposed 10:39…
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The Dice Steeple #24 - Interview of Theocracy (Christian Metal Band)
In episode 24 of the Dice Steeple, we talk about 1754: Conquest- The French & Indian War, Far East War 1592, New York Slice, and Rum & Bones:2nd Tide. We then interview Matt Smith the front man for Theocracy which is a Christian Metal Band. 1:04 - Games We Played 1:07 - 1754: Conquest- The French…
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The Dice Steeple #23 - Idolatry
In this episode Sam & Dan take a look at Idolatry in gaming within their own lives. 0:55 - What have we been playing? 14:56 - Idolatry in life 26:10 - Idolatry in Gaming
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The Dice Steeple #22 - Biblical Geek
In this episode we interview Sean Johnson form BiblicalGeek.com about his content of using the things we love to connect us to the God that loves us! Enjoy! Dan 1:33 What have we been playing 12:03 - BGG Con 12:50 - Biblical Geek
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The Dice Steeple #21 - John Branyan (Clean Comedian)
In this episode we interview clean comedian John Branyan about his love for board games, and how his faith changes his look on comedy & life. 1:54 - Welcome John 2:25 - What Games Have We Been Playing 18:46 - Who is John Branyan 23:44 - Interview To learn more about John Branyan, visit him at...
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The Dice Steeple #20 - Sensuality in Gaming & at Gencon
In this episode we are joined by Chris Hecox from Geeks Under Grace to tackle the issue of Sensuality in Gaming & at Gencon. 2:00 Introduction of Geeks Under Grace 4:51 - What have we been playing lately? 14:10 - Sensuality in Gaming & at Gencon
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The Dice Steeple #19 - Inclusion
In this episode Sam & Dan talk about inclusion in the board game hobby. They are joined by Jay Howitt & Laura Coxon, and Ron Schade. 0:00 Introductions 1:13 - What have you been up to lately 3:51 - What have you been playing lately 10:46 - Inclusion
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The Dice Steeple #18 - Mike Fitzgerald Interview
In this episode we interview designer extraordinaire Mike Fitzgerald about his most recent game playing, his background in designing, and his new journey in converting to Judaism. 0:55 What have we been up to 5:55 Games we recently played 20:48 Mike Fitzgerald game & design background 31:33…
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The Dice Steeple # 17 - The Choices We Make & Why with Special GUests Burky & Badger
In this episode we are joined by Burky & Badger from the Burky & Badger Board Game Babble Podcast. We talk about the choices we make & Why. 0:00 Intro 8:19 - Questions begin 8:46 - Why do you choose the color that you play & why? 15:54 - Why do you choose a certain role in the game when…
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The Dice Steeple - Ep #16 Asmodee Price Increases & Consumption
Recently Asmodee North America announced increasing prices of their board games especially online. This has caused a massive outrage on the board game forums. In this episode we shed light on our own personal thoughts on the matter, and also take a look at it through a biblical lens. Into - 0:00...
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The Dice Steeple - Ep #15 Gaming with Refugees
We are joined by board game designer Jeff Allers who is involved in reaching out to Middle Eastern refugees in Berlin. A portion of his efforts include playing games with the refugees. We learn about the situation in Germany and how this has helped them. 0:41 Introducing Jeff Allers 2:26 Games...
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The Dice Steeple Episode #14 Is Luck Really Luck?
Sam & Dan discuss luck in gaming, and if luck really exists at all in life. Kickstarter talk - 0:37 Luck in Gaming - 4:39 Does Luck Exist in Life? - 11:03
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The Dice Steeple - Episode 13 - Hilarity in Gaming - What's Your Punchline?
In this Episode, Sam & Dan explore a comedic setup & punchline in with Comedian Michael Jr. Then they talk about how this works in games & in life. 1:55 - Fun gaming over the holidays 6:51 - Introducing Michael JR's comedy 9:29 - Michael Jr's life lesson breakthrough 12:41 - Applying the setup…
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The Dice Steeple - Episode #12 - Board Game Prejudice
Sam & Dan talk about prejudice in board games and in life. They take an example of a thread about the game New York 1901 to use as an example. Judgement in Gaming 1:07 Judgement in Life 15:11
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The Dice Steeple - Episode #11 - Contentment with Marty Connell
Dan & Sam are joined by Marty Connell from Rolling Dice & Taking names to talk about contentment in gaming, & in life. Intro: 0:00 Contentment background scripturally - 1:45 Contentment in gaming - 10:29 Here is the video / audio sermon that Dan was referring to in this podcast from Jeremy…
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The Dice Steeple Episode # 10 - Commissioned
Sam & Dan speak with Chara Games about their upcoming release Commissioned. It's a is a 2-6 player, historically-themed, cooperative-style board game with a simple deck-building mechanism that plays in 1 hour. Players are the early Christian Apostles and must work together to mature their faith...
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The Dice Steeple - Episode # 9 - Bruno Faidutti
In this episode we interview Bruno Faidutti. We ask him questions about his designing background, new games & re-prints he's coming out with (Mission Red Planet & Raptor) & then get personal and talk about his world view. Intro / Background as a designer - 0:00 Mission Red Planet Re-print - 14:13...
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The Dice Steeple - Episode #8 - Board Game Ministry
In this episode we interview Steven Bell & Seth Hale from the Student Ministries dept of Hindman First Baptist Church in Hindman, Kentucky. They started a board game ministry for the students and it has grown to over 60 students over time. We ask them about their gaming preferences, how the...
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The Dice Steeple - Episode #7 - The Re-Launch
The Dice Steeple re-launches with Sam Healy and new co-host Dan King (the Game Boy Geek). They share their background with the Dice Tower, their gaming likes & dislikes, and get deep and personal about their own stories of faith. Finally, they discuss their vision for the Dice Steeple. Dice Tower...
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The Dice Steeple - Episode # 6 - Mike Perna
In this show, Tom talks to Mike Perna from Game Store Prophets. We talk about Christian/gaming podcasts, and working with churches using gaming.
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The Dice Steeple - Episode # 5 - Designing a Biblical Game
In this episode of the show, Tom talks to Lance Hill, designer of Kings of Israel and president of Fun Hill games.
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The Dice Steeple - Episode # 4 - Starting a Church Gaming Group
In this show, the first in our new format, we are joined by Chris Schock, who talks about how he is starting a gaming group at his church. We go into some of the details of that, and how well it's working for him.
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Dice Steeple Announcment
What's this? Back after over a year?
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The Dice Steeple - Episode # 3 - Being the "Bad" Guy
Hey, we're back! Did you miss us? In this show, Tom, Sam, and Mark talk about being the "bad" guy in a game, whether the dungeon master, a gangster, etc. Is it a good example? Does it promote bad behavior? Listen and find out what we think.
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The Dice Steeple Episode # 2 - Games and Magic
In this episode, Mark Jackson, Sam Healey, and Tom Vasel talk about magic in games, as well as other gods, demons, and more.
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The Dice Steeple, Episode # 1 - Christians and Board Games
Mark Jackson, Tom Vasel, and Sam Healey sit down and talk about a variety of topics in regards to games and Christians. We are joined by several contributors and talk about forbidden themes, is it okay to lie in a game, how should one act in a game, and much more.
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How many episodes does The Dice Steeple have?
The Dice Steeple currently has 39 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Dice Steeple about?
Dan King (The Game Boy Geek) & Sam Healey talk about topics involving Christians and Tabletop Gaming while trying to bridge the gap between world views.
How often does The Dice Steeple release new episodes?
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Who hosts The Dice Steeple?
The Dice Steeple is created and hosted by Tom Vasel.
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