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Board Game Barrage

Board Game Barrage
Board Games
Golden Geek Awards
Agricola
Board Gaming
Age Of Steam
Dominion
Board Game Hobby
Board Game Barrage
Game Design
Innovation
I Made You a Mixtape
Fishing
Ego
Arboretum
Pricing Of Board Games
Lord Of the Rings Duel For Middle-Earth
Art and Design In Board Games
Blood On the Clocktower
Blue Lagoon
Through the Ages

Join Kellen, Neilan, Mark, and Christina for a podcast about board games, the latest hotness, and how to have fun with your friends even when you're losing.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes360Founded8 years ago
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GamesLeisureHobbies

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Latest Episodes

We had such fun collaboratively coming up with our definitive Top 50 list back in December, that we've decided to do it again. In the spirit of award season, we're celebrating the games of yesteryear, or yester-ten-years to be precise. It's the defin... more

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It's long been said that we're the foremost experts in knowing which way the awards winds blow, so we're putting our talents to use guessing, nay, predicting, nay, deciding who the winners in the Golden Geeks are going to be. Before we geek out, we t... more

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There are big spiky moments that happen in the meta that is the board game hobby, and the Brass: Pittsburgh crowdfunding campaign feels like one of them. It is after all, a successor to the #1 ranked game on BGG. That's something! Enough so that it s... more

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Oh man, oh man, it's time that we ask you (yes, you) to tell us (yes, us) what your favourite games are, because for one time a year, it doesn't matter what we think about games, but you better be ready to tell us what you think about games. A lot of... more

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Recent Guests

Mike DiLisio
Board game designer and host of various gaming events
Episode: #318: A Mix of Things We'd Like To See with Mike DiLisio

Hosts

Kellen
Host with a strong, opinionated voice and long-running participation across episodes; central to the show's dynamic.
Neilan
Co-host who covers future trends and provides analytical counterpoints; a steadying presence in debates.
Mark
Co-host known for banter and discussions of hot topics and popular titles.
Christina
Co-host who comments on game design and presentation, adds balanced perspective to debates.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Best board game podcast, but I didn’t last 4 months in the contest

    The best board game podcast out there. Most importantly, great camaraderie and humour between the hosts. Great discussions on individual games and on wider topics related to board games. Really interesting ideas for episodes, be it the recent collective top 50, drafts, auctions. The discord community is also excellent. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tiford88
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The Positives of Being Negative

    Hi Tanks, I’ve been listening to your show for about a year, and after hearing 200+ pleas to leave a review I decided I probably should! It was super long but you’re busy so I pared it down. Yours is the first board game podcast I listened to and is still far and away my favorite. The passion you have for your subject is obvious, and I often come away from listening with things to think about, which I wasn’t expecting from a show about board games. I also really appreciate the fact that you ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jrbrdgeek
    United States4 months ago
  • Insightful and Entertaining

    Ensemble podcasts always live or die on the interactions between the hosts. These guys (and occasional gal) get it just right: they have diverse, insightful viewpoints, the banter is funny but not forced, and it never outstays its welcome. They are good company for the hour or so each episode lasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clovis Sangreal
    Australia4 months ago
  • Finally, Excellent and Thorough

    This podcast gives the best description of games-how they are played, the physicals and the pros and cons. Then, a big plus, their banter works. They have dynamic relationships and are intelligent and fun. Perfecto.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EnjoyingtheLight
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Board Game Podcast

    Easily the best board game podcast out there. I look forward to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SolidSteve
    United Statesa year ago

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Community around the show is welcoming and active, with events and chats.
Honest opinions and diverse tastes are valued, though mic quality has been noted as an issue in some episodes.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and humor, and the depth of game discussions.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#96
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#27
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#40
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#186
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#189
United Kingdom/Leisure
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#115
Italy/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#349: Anticipation Auction 2025 - And the Winner Is…
Q: So how did you come to play Scales of Destiny, the two-player social deduction game?
I was curious about the Kickstarter for it and decided to give it a chance despite not liking the first game by the same studio.
#302: A Lotta Prattle About Vlaada Chvátil
Q: What did you think about La Famiglia, The Great Mafia War?
It's a beautiful game with a unique 2v2 mechanic that's both fun and engaging but could benefit from less playtime.
#308: Fantasy Draft: Games To Last a Decade
Q: Neilan, can you compare Spectral to Cursed Court?
Yes, it shares a similar deduction mechanic where players gain partial information to make strategic decisions.
#309: Moretuary
Q: What game do you want people to play at your funeral?
Neilan suggested 'Time's Up' for fun, while Kellen expressed a desire for 'Biblio' to be played.
#309: Moretuary
Q: How do you respond to a BGG user who says it's fun if you like doing your taxes?
The calculation in the game is quite low; it's straightforward and manageable without feeling overwhelming.

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A witty, in-depth look at board games, with four hosts who share diverse tastes and strong chemistry. Episodes cover new releases, big hobby topics, and lively debates about design, value, and culture, often pairing thoughtful analysis with playful banter. A standout is the robust community and listener involvement, including drafts, top lists, and event coverage that keep conversations engaging beyond just game reviews.

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