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Boardgames To Go

Mark Johnson
Board Games
Mark Madness
Spiel Des Jahres
Castles Of Burgundy
Settlers Of Catan
Heat Pedal To the Metal
Wayfarers Of the South Tigris
Entdecker
Combat Commander
Boardgame Arena
Werewords
Llama
Just One
Tulpenfieber
ARKS
Data Analysis
Wingspan
Boardgames
Boardgamegeek
Reef

Mark Johnson's occasional & opinionated podcast about family strategy boardgames

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes376Founded20 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
LeisureGames

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Please join us on the Boardgames To Go discord server where you can chat online with other podcast listeners.

Reminder! Please join other podcast listeners for the next online BGTG Mini-Con, scheduled for September 6. I plan to be online from 9a... more

Announcement! Please join other podcast listeners for the next online BGTG Mini-Con, scheduled for September 6. I plan to be online from 9am-9pm Pacific time, including Discord for voice & video. The games will mostly be played on BoardgameArena, but... more

Opener: Skara Brae, and again I'm talking about vacation-linked boardgames   Closer: The Dornücopia we've got planned for EsCon in a couple weeks. 

  I'm always happy to talk about the Spiel des Jahres. The winners, the nominees, the recommended... more

Please join us on the Boardgames To Go discord server where you can chat online with other podcast listeners. Openers: Mark: Space Empires 4X Jonathan: 2005 Flashback & Quiz Closers: Jonathan: My top games of 2005 Mark: Hosting my own (small) even... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Takagi
Episode: Boardgames To Go 242 - Spiel des Jahres Wayback Machine for 2005 (with Jonathan Takagi)
Eryn Roston
Professional artist and animator, winner of last year's Mark Madness.
Episode: Boardgames To Go 239A - Mark Madness 2025 Kickoff (with Eryn Roston)
Dave Arnott
Frequent guest on the podcast and board gaming enthusiast
Episode: Boardgames To Go 238 - Podcast 20th Anniversay (with Dave Arnott)
Davo O'Connor
A long-time board gaming enthusiast who has been active since 1999.
Episode: Boardgames To Go 235D - Davecember (with DaveO)
David Perry
First British guest on the podcast, avid board gamer, and participant in the 'Dave Sember' theme.
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Episode: Boardgames To Go 235D - Davecember 2024 (with loofish)
David Harding
Fellow board game enthusiast
Episode: Boardgames To Go 235D - Davecember 2024 (with David Harding)
David Corbin
Fellow board gamer and enthusiast
Episode: Boardgames To Go 235D - Davecember 2024 (with David Corbin)
David Thompson
Game designer known for the Undaunted series and other historical games
Game Designer
Episode: Boardgames To Go 235D - Davecember 2024 (David Thompson)
Dave Gullett
Engaged board gamer and keen statistician in the gaming community.
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Episode: Boardgames To Go 235D - Davecember 2024 (Davebo)

Host

Mark Johnson
Host with decades of experience in the board gaming industry, engaging listeners with personal stories and insights into family strategy games.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Experience Matters

    As the host of a younger board game podcast, I really appreciate Mark’s experience with decades of games and gaming experiences. We definitely don’t 100% align on our game tastes but I find myself consistently drifting towards his tastes as I get more experience myself. Mark is an elder statesman in board games and a genuinely beautiful human being. I’m proud to call him a friend and, in a way, a mentor. Looking forward to the next 20 years, Mark!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BGHT Tim
    United States8 months ago
  • The OG

    Board games To Go remains a bench mark in podcasting, let alone board game podcasting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not board Phil
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • One of the original and best

    Podcasting since 2005, Mark and his guests can speak with a sense of perspective on the hobby, a refreshing change from the many podcasts that focus so much on more recent games. Mark is a gentle host and his interviews often feel like a nice chat between friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David Mills
    Australia3 years ago
  • Thoughtful and engaging

    Always a good listen but wish it was more regular!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Regulus43
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Straightforward and personal

    I like the fact that Mark keeps this podcast simple, straightforward, and consistent. It's like an audio blog since he doesn't try to do anything more special than give his personal thoughts on games he's played and cons he's attended. I feel like I have a better sense of his tastes than most other reviewers, so I know what I'll think of a game based on his opinion of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pjbent
    United States9 years ago

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The conversational style is consistently praised, making it feel like a dialogue between friends, enhancing audience connection to the topics discussed.
Many appreciate the sense of community fostered through the podcast, with engaging content that mixes humor and nostalgia.
While the quality of insights is highly regarded, some listeners wish for more frequent episodes to satisfy their gaming curiosity.
Listeners highlight the host's extensive experience and the straightforward, personal nature of the discussions about board games.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#233
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#14
Netherlands/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#144
Netherlands/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#146
South Korea/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#163
Finland/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Boardgames To Go 241 - Session Report & Feedback
Q: Have you lost anything or have you changed for the better since COVID?
Mark notes that his gaming has returned to normal with the addition of more players being comfortable with online gaming, enhancing his interactions on platforms like Boardgame Arena.
Boardgames To Go 241 - Session Report & Feedback
Q: What is your opinion about deck building games?
Mark expresses appreciation for deck building mechanics, citing examples like Dominion and the Undaunted series as games he enjoys, and points out that he doesn't mind deck building as a core feature.
Boardgames To Go 239D - Mark Madness 2025 (with Eryn Roston) Elite Eight
Q: How are you doing, Eryn?
I'm doing well. Thanks for having me again.
Boardgames To Go 239A - Mark Madness 2025 Kickoff (with Eryn Roston)
Q: What is the theme of this year's contest?
This year's theme is game cover art, highlighting how artists represent their games in a single image.
Boardgames To Go 239A - Mark Madness 2025 Kickoff (with Eryn Roston)
Q: How does this become something other than everyone's individual opinions multiplied by 10 or by 100?
The training and background give you a vocabulary to discuss why you might connect with an image, but ultimately, your opinion is valid no matter your background.

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Engaging in lively discussions around the world of family strategy board games, a well-regarded host shares insights from decades of gaming experience. Listeners can expect personal anecdotes, reflections on the evolving landscape of the board game industry, and deep dives into specific titles that influence current trends. Highlights include a mix of community engagement through events like voting contests for game cover art and reflections on the significance of board game conventions, blending humor, nostalgia, and practical advice about the gaming experience. The format fosters a friendly, conversational atmosphere, resembling a casual chat among friends united by their love of board games.

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Recent guests on Boardgames To Go include:

1. Jonathan Takagi
2. Eryn Roston
3. Dave Arnott
4. Davo O'Connor
5. David Perry
6. David Harding
7. David Corbin
8. David Thompson

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