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Beyond Solitaire

Liz Davidson
Board Games
Video Games
Mr. President
Ancient Egypt
American History
Game Design
Assassin's Creed Origins
Egyptology
Education
United States
Pentiment
Cultural Representation In Games
Foreign Policy
Reacting To the Past
Women In Video Games
Board Game Design
Coptic Studies
Crisis Management
2020 Presidential Elections
Murder Mystery

A podcast all about going not just Beyond Solitaire, but beyond the board! Join your host, Liz Davidson, for interviews that touch on gaming history, historical games, and the cultural significance of the games we play.

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This week on the pod, Brooks Barber (rollplusfun@bsky.social) drops by to discuss his new venture, Hawk & Dove. He's starting a new historical games publishing business, moving his family to the Netherlands, and still designing games! www.haw... more

This week on the pod, Danielle Reynolds (@tokengaymer.bsky.social) stops by to discuss her game design career, her current work at Relatable, and her dedication to paying it forward. 

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This week on the pod, Taylor Shuss drops by to discuss his new game, Walkable City, which is all about urban planning. We also catch upon his historical designs and talk about design in general! www.kickstarter.com/projects/fowers/walkable-ci... more

This week on the pod, Joe Dewhurst discusses his upcoming game, The Pure Land, as well as his continued work as a game developer and COIN solo mode expert. 

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Recent Guests

Taylor Shuss
Game designer
Fowler's Games
Episode: Episode 229 - Taylor Shuss on Walkable City
Shadi Torbey
Solo game designer, owner of Inpatients Games
Inpatients Games
Episode: Episode 227 - Shadi Torbey on inPatience
Bree Woodward
Creative director of Studio Big at Asmodee
Asmodee
Episode: Episode 226 - Bree Woodward on Creative Direction
Dan Bullock
Game designer and podcaster, host of Game Design Deep Dive
Lock Horns Games
Episode: Episode 225 - Dan Bullock on Penitent
Jason Morningstar
Co-founder of Bully Pulpit Games
Bully Pulpit Games
Episode: Episode 224 - Jason Morningstar on The Blue Way
Pam Walls
An independent board game designer and YouTuber
Episode: Episode 223 - Pam Walls on Independent Game Design
Jeremiah McCall
A high school teacher, game designer, and expert in game teaching and historical game studies.
Episode: Episode 222 - Jeremiah McCall on Designing Historical Games for Class
Diana Toma
Co-founder of Meeple Foundry, a studio specializing in board game localization and design
Meeple Foundry
Episode: Episode 221 - Diana Toma on Meeple Foundry
Adam Blinkinsop
Developer known for 'Red Dust Rebellion' and designer of 'Echo from the Dark'.
GMT Games
Episode: Episode 220 - Adam Blinkinsop on Echo from the Dark

Host

Liz Davidson
Host of a podcast that explores gaming history, cultural significance, and the mechanics of board games through thoughtful interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Inside the Actor’s Studio for board games

    Refreshingly elevated conversations around the history, design, production, and impact of board games. Liz does an incredible job spotlighting her guests and allowing us to join her in learning from a procession of unique perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ostropol
    United States4 months ago
  • A Must-Listen for Fans of Historical and Thoughtful Gaming

    Beyond Solitaire is an insightful podcast that goes far beyond your average board game discussion. Liz Davidson brings an intelligent and engaging perspective to the world of historical games, exploring not just how we play, but why we play. Her interviews are consistently thought-provoking, offering deep dives into gaming history and the cultural impact of games across time. Whether you're a solo gamer or simply passionate about the stories behind the strategy, this podcast is highly recommende... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fireheart90
    United States8 months ago
  • Wonderful!!!

    Liz is such a great guide through this wonderful hobby and is a passionate solo board gamer. Liz offers intelligent insights and speaks to quality guest contributors. Liz never dominates the conversation the way some podcasters can and listens with warmth and interviews with skill. Recommended!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maffattack
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Well beyond “what have you been playing”

    If you enjoy discussion about things going in the board game world and want to hear more about what games people have played, the Beyond Solitaire is for you. Liz is an academic and that shines through in her topics and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJ-JohnnyRico
    United States3 years ago
  • A Real Gem!

    Liz’s podcast is a deep dive into historical and cultural aspects of the board game hobby. She always has fascinating discussions with a wide swath of folks in the universe of board games — from designers to educators to historians. Amazing stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SlushyZohan
    United States3 years ago

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Insightful discussions around gaming and history.
Conversations extend beyond basic reviews, touching on complex themes.
Host is knowledgeable and engages deeply with guests.
The podcast is highly recommended for those who appreciate thoughtful gaming discussions.

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#165
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Apple Podcasts
#223
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Apple Podcasts
#50
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Apple Podcasts
#83
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Apple Podcasts
#101
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Apple Podcasts
#103
Russia/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 229 - Taylor Shuss on Walkable City
Q: So for people who don't know about a walkable city, tell us about the game.
Walkable City is a cooperative game where players take on different transit modes—walking, biking, bus, and light rail—to move passengers around a city. Each player manages a unique role with specific constraints, and the goal is to build a connected, functional transit network while dealing with the realities of urban infrastructure and safety. The game emphasizes persistence of the map across rounds, encouraging cooperative problem-solving and strategic planning.
Episode 228 - Joe Dewhurst on The Pure Land
Q: The Pure Land, tell us about it.
The Pure Land is a four-player coin-series game set in a late-medieval Japanese civil conflict. It introduces a political geography mechanic where provinces belong to clans and loyalty can shift, along with a new peasant revolt system and religious faction mechanics centered on the Ikewiki and Jodo Shinshu movements. It's designed to capture both the political intrigue and religious undercurrents of the period, with a strong emphasis on how faith-based actions interact with state power.
Episode 227 - Shadi Torbey on inPatience
Q: What's the balancing act between input you provide and allowing artists to bring their own ideas?
I provide input like in an opera rehearsal, but I also stay open to what comes from the artist; the idea is to avoid over-control or stifling creativity, aiming for a collaborative process that respects the designer's intent and the artist's interpretation.
Episode 227 - Shadi Torbey on inPatience
Q: Why publish under Inpatients Games and how does that alter the way you work with other designers?
Publishing under Inpatients gives me the freedom to shape the product from art direction to packaging while maintaining solo authorship on the main boxes; I collaborate with other designers and artists but typically don't co-sign the box with them to preserve a clear ownership and voice.
Episode 227 - Shadi Torbey on inPatience
Q: How did you decide to build Onirium as the culmination of the Oniverse and make it the standalone capstone?
The Oniverse started as a collection with the intention that each title would explore a different mechanic, and Ultimion will bring the series together as a final arc, while also potentially closing this particular box format and exploring new directions.

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Recent guests on Beyond Solitaire include:

1. Taylor Shuss
2. Shadi Torbey
3. Bree Woodward
4. Dan Bullock
5. Jason Morningstar
6. Pam Walls
7. Jeremiah McCall
8. Diana Toma

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