Fun Problems
AJ Brandon and Peter C. HaywardBoard game design is a deep and often challenging pursuit. We explore all aspects of game design and the fun problems (and solutions) that come with it.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 83 | Founded | 5 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureGames | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
Exactly 10 years ago AJ sent a message asking questions about the design of Exploding Kittens. Today he finally gets some answers from the LEGENDARY Elan Lee!
Discord: discord.gg/BjerXtQ3Me
Email: funproblemspodcast@gmail.com
AJ's favourit... more
Board game contracts with special guest Zachary Strebeck! We talk through EVERYTHING board game contracts, including specific percentage numbers, what to avoid, what to look for. Everything, guys. It's EVERYTHING.
You can find Zack here: leg... more
Ever wonder how much a full time board game designer makes? Today we deep dive into the money Peter has made from board game design over the years in total, in 2025 specifically, and broken down by how much money each board game made.
Discord: https... more
Elan Lee explains what Exploding Kittens is looking for, and go through many examples of published games that would be a great fit. Tune in to see if you have a game Exploding Kittens is looking to publish!
Visit www.explodingkittens.com/pag... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Hosts
Reviews
- Expert information presented in a playful way
The hosts are passionate experts in tabletop game design who impart their knowledge in effervescent conversation. I appreciate their witty, upbeat delivery and concise analyses.
Apple Podcasts5Nicole Maynard S.
United States3 years ago At first I didn't like it, it wasn't polished. but the content I got was great. The episodes about the brain gave me a solution to a problem I was having with a game. The one about children's games really clarified some things for me. And I got to know Taskmaster, which improved my life and mood tremendously. Thank you, looking forward to more episodes!
Audible5Tom SivanUnited States3 years ago- Really contributed a lot to my designs and my life
At first I didn't like it, it wasn't polished. but the content I got was great. The episodes about the brain gave me a solution to a problem I was having with a game. The one about children's games really clarified some things for me. And I got to know Taskmaster, which improved my life and mood tremendously. Thank you, looking forward to more episodes!
Audible5Tom SivanUnited States3 years ago - Great except for “verse” and “sighth”
Peter says “verse” instead of “versus”, like Tom Vasel. That’s the same as saying “ag” instead of “against”.
They also both say “scythe” wrong.
Very grating on the ears. Will be a 5-star show if they can fix it!
Apple Podcasts3Jessy CatterwaulUnited States4 years ago - Amazing.
I've recently been diving deep into board game design after playing games for a good number of years now. I can't get enough of these conversations. So much insight into the mind of a game designer! Keep up the great work, fellas!
Apple Podcasts5CR438401United States4 years ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Chart Rankings
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Apple Podcasts | #112 |  Canada/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  France/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #12 |  Spain/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Mexico/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #101 | Spain/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #155 |  New Zealand/Leisure/Games |
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About Fun Problems
What is Fun Problems about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on board game design, publishing, and the business of tabletop publishing. Across recent episodes, listeners hear practical guidance on contracts, royalties, and ownership terms; financial realities for designers, including tracking income and publisher support; insights from industry guests on branding, Kickstarter dynamics, and taking projects from idea to market; and actionable advice on playtesting, feedback, and working with designers at different experience levels. The hosts combine candid stories with concrete takeaways, offering a blend of design theory, real-world anecdotes, and practical tips for both aspiring designers and publishing partners. A standout aspect is the emphasis on trust and fair terms in publishe... more
Where can I find podcast stats for Fun Problems?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Fun Problems. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Fun Problems and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does Fun Problems get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Fun Problems, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for Fun Problems?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Fun Problems, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does Fun Problems have?
To see how many followers or subscribers Fun Problems has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to Fun Problems?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Fun Problems:
1. Building the Game
2. Think Like A Game Designer
3. Ludology
4. So Very Wrong About Games
5. Decision Space
How many episodes of Fun Problems are there?
Fun Problems launched 5 years ago and published 83 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact Fun Problems?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for Fun Problems?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Fun Problems from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Fun Problems?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Fun Problems. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on Fun Problems?
Recent guests on Fun Problems include:
1. Zachary Strebeck
2. Zack Strebeck
3. Elan Lee
4. Alex Hague
5. James Nathan
6. Joe Wiggins
7. Alex Cutler
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.