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Boards Alive Podcast

Boards Alive Podcast
Innovation Ultimate
Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The Aquabats Super Show
Moustache
Adventures In Babysitting
Unmatched Lee Vs Ali
Garth Marenghi's Dark Place
Now and Then
Hot Fuzz
Transformers the Movie
Recess (franchise)
The Muppet Movie
Mythwind Expanded Horizons
Big Trouble In Little China
GI Joe
Dr. Strangelove, Or How I Learned To Stop Woring and Love the Bomb
Goldeneye (1995 Film)
Bibleman
Slay the Spire: the Board Game
Lego Ninjago: Destiny's Bounty Adventures

Boards Alive is a podcast where we talk about tabletop games. Our goal is to show that tabletop gaming can be just as exciting and engaging as Hollywood movies or big budget video games. We try to highlight games that have a rich theme that connects with the mechanics of the game. We want to help people escape into tabletop games and enjoy the competition and camaraderie of gaming.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes300Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In our two hundred and eighty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Scott. We talk about Thunder Road: Ignition, Reforest, Moon Colony Bloodbath, and Bomb Busters. Then we discuss parenting and gaming and how to get your kids into board games in Aaron A... more

In our two hundred and eighty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae. We talk about Hacienda and Eternal Decks. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors and Corsair Cove.

This... more

In our two hundred and eightieth episode, Aaron is joined by Elsie. We talk about Moustache and LEGO: NINJAGO - Destiny's Bounty Adventures. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Neva and Pokemon Pokopia.

This episode is sponsored by ... more

In our two hundred and seventy-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Take Time, Giraffe Raffe, and Nippon: Zaibatsu. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Particulitix. Then we discuss the Best Games of 2016 in Aaron ... more

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Recent Guests

Suzanne Sheldon
Host of Salt and Sass podcast
Salt and Sass
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - Adventures in Babysitting with Suzanne Sheldon
Chris Michaud
Host of Mall Night Long game show, frequent guest on Cult Classic Callback
Independent podcaster
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - Garth Marenghi's Darkplace with Chris Michaud
Alonso Duralde
Film critic and author; co-author of I'll Be Home For Christmas Movies
Author, Film critic
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - White Christmas with Alonso Duralde
Eric Summerer
Host of Right Brain Rollers; voice actor and audiobook narrator
Right Brain Rollers; The Dice Tower Network
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - The Transformers: The Movie with Eric Summerer
Quinten Dreger
Returning guest, former co-host of Boards Alive Podcast
Boards Alive Podcast
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - Hot Fuzz with Quinten Dreger
Bruce Voge
Guest; Muppet aficionado featured on the episode
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - The Muppet Movie with Bruce Voge
Chaz Marler
Host of Watch It Played YouTube channel
Watch It Played
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - G.I. Joe: The Movie with Chaz Marler
Mark Besada
Board Game Barrage host and guest on the episode
Board Game Barrage
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - Dr. Strangelove with Mark Besada
Stephanie Malek
Host of The Fandom Show, guest on Cult Classic Callback
The Fandom Show
Episode: Cult Classic Callback - Beaches with Stephanie Malek

Host

Aaron
Host of Boards Alive Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • I MISS YOU GUYS!

    I completely understand your need to step away from regular episodes but I love how you make me laugh and wish you were able to make more content. You guys are fantastic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BellaPanda11
    Canada7 years ago
  • Good times

    Another great podcast with great hosts. Part of the reason I need my kid Quinton was because of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prozzden
    United States7 years ago
  • Best gamer couple podcast

    It’s DATENIGHT! Lindsae and Aaron have wonderful chemistry and create a sub-podcast of this podcast that really is the star of the show. Would love a separate stream of it’s datenight. Some of my favorite things: Lindsae’s witty bombastic and risqué sense of humor, Aaron’s ability to step in and step back with comments (as a guy, I know it’s tough for us to not interrupt others, and commandeer conversations, and for this iteration of the waning patriarchy, he is pretty good!), Aaron’s self-depre... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sakou Balde
    United States8 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Great balance of humour and in-depth, highly informative reviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Medibot
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Canada for the win

    Great and silly show. Keep up the great work Q, L, & A!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JHopp88
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews highlight high information value alongside humor and fun.
Listeners note the show's broad game coverage and accessibility for families.
Listeners praise strong host chemistry and entertaining banter.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 280 with Elsie – Moustache, LEGO: NINJAGO - Destiny's Bounty Adventures, Neva, and Pokemon Pokopia
Q: What is Pokemon Pokopia all about?
Pokopia is an exploration and town-building game where you help Pokemon restore their world by building habitats, watering landscapes, and completing quests, with a light, cozy vibe that supports both gameplay and casual play.
Cult Classic Callback - Dr. Strangelove with Mark Besada
Q: Mark, why did you choose this film for the episode?
Mark describes discovering Kubrick through AFI lists and realizing Dr. Strangelove could be a gateway to Kubrick's work; it was a top pick because it demonstrates satire's power and remains influential across decades.
Episode 257 with Benji – Dune: Imperium - Uprising, Innovation Ultimate, Crypt Custodian, and Geometry Dash
Q: What do you like most about Geometry Dash and its community?
The platformer modes, the variety of user-made levels, and the gauntlets that group levels by difficulty, along with a strong sense of community and personal challenge without monetization, are the highlights.
Episode 257 with Benji – Dune: Imperium - Uprising, Innovation Ultimate, Crypt Custodian, and Geometry Dash
Q: What about you, Benji? What's the game you wanted to talk about today?
Benji discusses Crypt Custodian first, highlighting its Metroidvania-style, Zelda-like exploration, power-ups, and a narrative about an afterlife custodial quest, then shifts to Geometry Dash and its community-driven level creation and gauntlets.
Cult Classic Callback - The Aquabats Super Show with Chris Michaud
Q: What drew you to curate these specific Aquabats episodes for the discussion?
Chris explains it was a tough choice but emphasizes establishing characters quickly, the humor, and the way the episodes set up ongoing dynamics while maintaining the 60s Batman vibe.

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What is Boards Alive Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Board game discussions with a warm, playful dynamic, focusing on family-friendly and lighter-to-midweight tabletop titles, with frequent guest co-hosts and real-world play anecdotes. Episodes emphasize teachability, accessibility for mixed-age groups, and how games fit into family game nights, camping trips, and casual get-togethers. A notable strength is the congenial banter and practical insights shared alongside game recommendations and occasional video-game crossovers, often anchored by recurring sponsor mentions and a strong geography-aware community vibe (notably Canadian). This mix makes it a go-to for listeners who want approachable recommendations, entertaining hosts, and a window into how games scale across players and ages. Poten... more

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Recent guests on Boards Alive Podcast include:

1. Suzanne Sheldon
2. Chris Michaud
3. Alonso Duralde
4. Eric Summerer
5. Quinten Dreger
6. Bruce Voge
7. Chaz Marler
8. Mark Besada

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