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MFGCast

We don't just talk about the games you know, we talk about the games you should know! We also do other fun things like interviews, hard hitting convos, improvs, and more! The MFGCast: Breaking the board since 2012!

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    Random BS 2020

    Join us as we talk about a bunch of games we've been playing lately, why are game room is FINALLY back, and the future of the MFGCast.

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    Growing Up

    Since 2012, we've grown. Through board gaming, podcasting and more, we've grown. Join us as we talk about how we've grown and what we've been playing lately.

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    Polyomino

    Let the pieces fall as we talk about games with polyominoes (polyominos?)

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    Deep Into the Deep Waters

    Listen in as we gush about the Deep Water Games' catalog. Then, get their games. Seriously, get them now. Go! What are you waiting for?

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    Era: Medieval Age and 5211

    Join Traci and Kurt as they talk about two hot games out of Gen Con, Era: Medieval Age and 5211! Era: Medieval Age is another game in the Matt Leacock reparte, and 5211 is a beautiful card game with unique rules! Remember, if you pick up one of these great games because of our great hype, let Plan B Games know!

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    Fairy Season and Fluttering Souls

    Join Traci and Kurt as they give you another TWO GAME REVIEW! You are sooo lucky! This time they talk about Fairy Season and Fluttering Souls from Good Games Publishing. Both games are small, filler games that won't break the bank! Different strategies and unique gameplay are the tale for these two games. Listen in as the MFGCast lets you know what they think of these two new games!

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    The Herb Witches and Games A Plenty!

    Have you played Quacks of Quedlinburg yet? This fun game has an expansion, The Herb Witches that introduces new books, witches, overflow bowls and more excitement to the great game. But is it worth the money? Listen to find out! Also, we play 3 games: What Expansion Is This From?, Taradiddle, and Real or Fake?!

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    Exposure (or not) in Gaming

    Join us as we talk about what we've been playing recently and how lots of exposure or not enough exposure effects board game buying.

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    No More Waste Featuring Star Trek Chrono-Trek

    The world doesn't need any more waste. There's so much waste! We talk about what board game companies can do to save from wasting. Then we review the newest in the Chrononauts series, Star Trek Chrono-Trek by Looney Labs. See what we think of this Sci-Fi themed filler game.

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    How Many Plays?

    How many plays does it take for you to get a strategy on a game? How many plays does it take for you to decide if you want to play it more or not at all? We answer those questions and more in this episode. Make sure to get Ghostel at 20% off and FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING at tinkerbotgames.com!

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    Under the Sea

    Emerson Matsuuchi has had some hits with Century: Spice Road, Crossfire and Specter Ops. But what about an abstract game about underwater coral placement? Join the MFGCast as we talk about Reef by Plan B Games.

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    Deep Dive

    Time is something that becomes less of a luxury for us as we get older. Experiences in gaming can be short. But they also can be long. There are some games that play for long periods of time that feel like the time flies. Join us as we talk about those deep dive games.

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    Is Kickstarter Killing The Biz?

    Kickstarter is huge for getting things made. Tons of board games are on Kickstarter every month, but is Kickstarter good for the board game industry or bad? We discuss passionately about what we think about it.

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    Breaking the Ice

    There are many games that you can play with people that you don't know well to break the ice. There is a lot of games out there to try that help cut the tension of new gaming relationships. We talk about some of our picks.

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    Passion with Erik Yurko

    Join us as we talk to Erik Yurko (What's Eric Playing?, Late Night Table Talk) about his passion for board gaming and what it entails. This episode was recorded earlier this year. Thanks for listening!

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Two Point Five: Don't Forget About the Wraps

    So...I'm an idiot. I left out the part when Selinar got atuned to the necrotic wraps. Instead of trying to force the episode in between episodes two and three, here ya go! I swear...it won't happen again! Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Nine: Hearts Need Mending

    Sometimes even battle hardened heroes have heart moments. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Eight: Small Town Heroes

    Selenar and Kravoi are rewarded and thanked for their heroism in the town of Lust. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Seven Dragons

    Dragons...majestic, regal, beautiful. But when they're grouped in a bunch...magic. Check out our review of Seven Dragons...and then maybe go grab a copy? ;)

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Seven: I'm Saxy and I Know It

    Selenar and Kravoi try to figure out how to defeat an evil music teacher. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Double the Weird

    This week we bring you not one but two reviews! We talk about the ever jazzy Big Easy Busking and the Wild Westy Tumble Town. These two give you lots of different gameplay and choices, but what did we think of both of these games from Weird Giraffe Games?! Listen and find out!

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Six: A Perfect Melody

    Selenar and Kravoi are pulled in by a jaunty tune. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Dinos Not Assembled

    Did you ever want to build dinosaurs with your family? Now you can with Dinos Not Assembled! This game by Alice Davis and her son Dawson Kemper makes for a fun family game night. Find out what this game is truly all about here!

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Five: Job Security

    Kravoi finds out that being "Temp Death" isn't all that it's cracked up to be. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Gift of Tulips with Sara Perry

    Join Traci and Kurt as they talk to Sara Perry about her first game on Kickstarter, Gift of Tulips! This area influence game is beautiful and has tons of strategy. But will it stay in our collection? Listen to the our review after to find out!

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Four: Kravoi's New Job

    Kravoi is apprised of a new career path. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    MFGCast Evolution and Reminiscing

    Join Traci and Kurt as they take a look down memory lane and reminisce about how the podcast has evolved. Plus they talk about what they've been playing recently including The King is Dead, Lords of Waterdeep, etc.

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    My City Review

    Join Traci and Kurt as we talk about My City from Reiner Knizia! This highly regarded game by Kosmos has caught the eyes of many people, but what does the MFGCast think? Tune in to find out!

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Three: Drinks and Conversation

    The gang has some drinks with Martin and their compatriots, and looks for more answers. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Ian Zang Interview

    Join Traci and Kurt as we talk to Ian Zang about his life of teaching, training, board game developing and designing! We also talk about Kingdoms of the Deep, his new game published by Galatic Raptor, on Kickstarter now!

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    Battle For Biternia

    In this board game edition of the MFGCast, we review the MOBA based board game Battle For Biternia by Stone Circle Games.

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    The Long Trip Home Episode Two: Civil

    Can Martin, Kravoi and Selenar find a way to get along? Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    You got presents for the holidays, now what?

    When you get games for the holidays, do you play them right away? Or do you wait until you play your unplayed games? Or do you just play your favorites? Join us as we talk about what we do with our gifts and what we've been playing recently.

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    The Long Trip Home Episode One: Stripped

    When Selenar and Kravoi get stripped of their belongings and find themselves on a strange boat, what remains? Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Ten: The End is Nigh

    Will Selenar and Kravoi escape hell? What comes after hell? Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Nomids

    Check out our review of the fun pyramid abstract game from Looney Labs, Nomids!

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Nine: Wild Card

    Our adventures have the honor of meeting Asmodeus, ruler of the Nine Hells. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Eight: Destruction

    Hell is actually going to hell. Join us, won't you? Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Holiday Recommendations 2020

    This year has been a trash fire, but why can't we lighten it up with some great gift giving to our loved ones. Join us as we give you those recommendations in different categories to help give those gifts to enjoy the holiday season.

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Seven: Puzzle

    The puzzle of Hell has eluded Kravoi and Selenar. Will one more puzzle be the end of them? Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Six: Revenge

    Kravoi and Selenar find some justice in hell. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Five: Friend

    Kravoi and Selenar find a new squishy friend. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Four: Presents and Futures

    Selenar and Kravoi figure out how to proceed in hell as they get glances into possible presents and futures. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    A Garden is a Teacher...

    Join Traci and Kurt as they talk about Haunticulture, the amazing companion in the world of the award winning Ghostel by Tinkerbot Games. Back it on Kickstarter now!: http://kck.st/3dMr55o

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    Hell Is Going To Hell Episode Three: Introductions and Reunions

    After the Hell Race Selenar and Kravoi reunite with Morrigan and meet Rkteman, Queen Flupnealea's brother. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Hell is Going to Hell Episode Two: Bicycle Race

    Will Selenar and Kravoi win the race in hell? Will they even survive the race?

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    Hell is Going to Hell Episode One: Race Like Your Life Depended On It

    In the second campaign for Selenar and Kravoi, our heroes try to survive a hell race.

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    Let's Talk about Tasty Minstrel Games

    Join us as we talk about the games that make Tasty Minstrel Games great.

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    Justice For All? Look Back, Level Up and Second Season Sneak Peek

    We take a look back at what happened in Justice For All?! What was missed, what worked, leveling up, and a sneak peek at Season 2, Hell Is Going To Hell! Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Theme Music by MrSnooze: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTm-WFM0v-g Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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    Justice For All? Episode Thirteen: Is this the End?

    Kravoi and Selenar fight for their lives and the lives of the oval. Music and Sound Effects by Battlebards Theme Music by MrSnooze: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTm-WFM0v-g Selenar Ularyen (John Haremza/Legends of Tabletop) Kravoi Foodchaser Nolakavea (John Neary) GM (Kurt Aumueller)

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We don't just talk about the games you know, we talk about the games you should know! We also do other fun things like interviews, hard hitting convos, improvs, and more! The MFGCast: Breaking the board since 2012!

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