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Five Games for Doomsday

Ben Maddox
Board Games
Clue
Board Game Geek
Gloomhaven
New Year's Resolutions
Horseless Carriage
Temple Of Elemental Evil
Christmas
Spiel Des Jahres
Thunder Road
Berlin
Betrayal Legacy
Pandemic Legacy Season 1
Ginkgopolis
Wyrmspan
Waterdeep
Aldebaran Duel
Brass Birmingham
New Jersey
Tim Cook

Five games for Doomsday is a show in which people are thrust into a cabin in the woods but can only take five of their games with them. Which will they choose?Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

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Ben and Steve go to the Spiel des Jahres and speak to all of the notables.

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Ben sits with some of the notables that attended Rage Con in Reno to see why the convention is great.

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This week's guest is scholar at the Max Planck Institute, Jacob Schmidt-Madsen. We talk about the occult, the discipline of board game acedemia and its place in the modern world...but which games did he choose?

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Snakes and Ladd... more

In this episode Ben and Steve introduce a new section, The View from the Shop Floor and we discuss how the pandemic changed gaming.

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Recent Guests

Eric Olsen
Designer of the nominated card game Flip 7
The OP
Episode: Spiel des Jahres Special-Flip 7
Ralph zur Linde
Designer of board games such as Finca and Camel Up
Episode: Ralf zur Linde
Dan Thurot
Writer known for his board game criticism through his blog Space Biff.
Space Biff
Episode: 5G4D Classics-Dan Thurot
Christian Kudahl
Designer of the board games 'Mindbug' and 'Agent Avenue'
Nerd Lab
Episode: 5G4D News-Can Agent Avenue win the Spiel des Jahres?
Daniel Newman
Head of Newmill Industries
Newmill Industries
Episode: News Flash-Board Game Tarrifs with Daniel Newman
Helaina Cappel
Board game publisher and designer
Kids Table Board Gaming, Burnt Island Games
Episode: Helaina Cappel
Brian Bornmüller
Game designer and creator of the forthcoming Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring trick-taking game.
Asmodee
Episode: Lord of the Rings-Trick Taking Game[SAMPLE]
Richard Ham
One of the most recognizable voices in board gaming, known for his YouTube channel Rado Runs Through.
Rado Runs Through
Episode: 5G4D Classics-Richard Ham
Paolo Mori
Legendary board game designer
Episode: Match of the Century[SAMPLE]

Hosts

Ben Maddox
Host known for his engaging interviews and insightful commentary on game design and culture.
Steve
Co-host discussing various viewpoints and providing humorous banter in game discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 186 ratings
  • Hands down the best board game podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Markus Shepherd
    a year ago
  • 5G4D can’t be beaten.

    I’ve been listening to Ben since the earlier days of his previous podcasting venture, and over the years he has just gotten better and better. I don’t always agree with his opinions, but I never tire of his hard work and dedication to delivering excellent interviews and commentary. He and Steve have developed a comfortable rapport, and the show always delivers some laughs as well as really interesting content. Ben’s game reviews break away from the tired format of “sort of teach the game, just e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Up Late Again
    United States2 years ago
  • Low brow humour, highbrow content

    Simply the best board game podcast on the net. Thoughtful interviews are the core of the podcast, but it’s fearless treatment of philosophical issues is excellent. Ben, Steven and guest may not always be right, but they are always thoughtful and challenging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cdhunter-gladiator
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • In this podcast you'll get everything. The best serious interview series in board gaming and at the same time the silliest game plays (battle report) but also some fine acting on the solo RPG shows.

    Podcast Addict
    axllxa
    2 years ago
  • I would like to be stuck on an island with Ben

    I really like both the quick fire well thought out reviews and the bigger moain episodes where you really get under the skin of the guests. A really interesting podcast. Brilliant stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    We're Not Wizards
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Some feedback mentions a desire for more focus in discussions, as occasional meandering may detract from the core content.
Listeners praise the insightful interviews and engaging content, noting that the unique format of discussing five games leads to thought-provoking conversations.
Overall, the show is highly regarded for its fresh perspectives on gaming and for elevating conversations around board games.
The humor and dynamic between the hosts are frequently highlighted as enjoyable, contributing to a pleasant listening experience.
Many appreciate the depth of analysis and personal stories shared by guests, making the episodes both entertaining and informative.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#174
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#234
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#200
Germany/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#206
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#15
South Korea/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#30
Austria/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#Channel-How did the pandemic change gaming
Q: What's the most surprising thing that you've learned about the gaming public?
Most customers are looking for mass market games rather than deep hobby games.
Spiel des Jahres Special-Jury Member Martina Fuchs
Q: What do you see your role as an organization within the world of gaming?
She describes the mission of the Spiel des Jahres to promote the enjoyment of board games for all, not just families, but to encourage a connection with various types of games and experiences.
Spiel des Jahres Special-Jury Member Martina Fuchs
Q: Is this a voluntary position or do you get paid?
Martina confirms that it's voluntary and emphasizes the importance of being unpaid to maintain impartiality in voting.
Spiel des Jahres Special-Jury Member Martina Fuchs
Q: So how did you end up becoming a jury member on the Spiel des Jahres? Did they just not listen to your podcast?
Martina explains that they listened to her and found that she played with a diverse group of people, leading them to believe she would bring an important perspective to the jury.
Spiel des Jahres Special-Krakel Orakel
Q: How did you feel when Krakel Orakel was nominated?
It was a surprise, and we thought we might only make it to the long list, so it was fantastic to see us in the top three.

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Exploring the intriguing intersection of board games and personal storytelling, the show invites guests to select their top five games to bring into a hypothetical apocalyptic situation. Each episode typically features a deep conversation focusing on the guests' personal experiences with gaming, the nostalgia attached to their choices, and broader discussions about game design and the board gaming community. The interactive format encourages not only game recommendations but also reflections on the cultural and emotional impact of board games in everyday life.

The unique premise of selecting games for doomsday serves as a creative catalyst for discussions surrounding the guests' backgrounds, preferences, and philosophies on gaming. This bl... more

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2. Ralph zur Linde
3. Dan Thurot
4. Christian Kudahl
5. Daniel Newman
6. Helaina Cappel
7. Brian Bornmüller
8. Richard Ham

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