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Life Beyond Board Games

Stella, Melissa, Candice, Eric
Board Games
Social Interaction
Board Gaming
Board Game Blunders
Friendship
Essen Spiel
Board Game Meetups
Escape Rooms
Fear and Anxiety
Game Night Behavior
Gen Con
Mental Health
PAX Australia
Takesy Backsies
Neurodiversity
Music
Inclusivity In Gaming
Game Nights
Sportsmanship
Therapeutic Discussions

A podcast every second Friday about exploring fun and challenges we have as board gamers, yes, sometimes talking about the board game we play too. We're in Australia (Stella and Melissa) and USA (Candice and Eric) and want to connect with you, no matter who and where you are. Drop as a line, or message, find us in podcast directories, and this Facebook group.www.facebook.com/groups/lifebey... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes36Foundeda year ago
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Content warning: This episode contains grown-up chat about dating,  and some light sex-related jokes. Nothing too spicy, but maybe don’t play it next to your kids. Or grandma. 

In this episode, we discuss warning signs — both literal road signs and ... more

What makes a difficult board gamer? Oh, only the classics: loud talkers, sulkers, interrupters, rules-ignorers, card-benders, and random strangers flipping you off over cardboard. In this episode, the gang shares battle stories from the tabletop worl... more

What begins as a conversation about website updates and friendship updates quickly becomes a deeply honest chat about grief, losing loved ones, and why emotions refuse to follow our schedules. And Eric's 2 hours website update. Sorry Eric! 

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Phil Walker-Harding is back! We dive head-first into the magical world of freelancing—where you’re your own boss… and your boss is terrible. From working till late because “your boss said so,” to valuing your time somewhere between $10 and $100 an ho... more

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Recent Guests

Danielle Reynolds
Board game designer
Independent designer; co-designer on Caution Signs with Scott
Episode: Episode 36 - The worst dating experiences, the worst road signs, with one of the best designers Danielle Reynolds
Phil Walker-Harding
Australian board game designer
Designer of Sushi Go!, Gizmos, Baren Park
Episode: Episode 32 - Rejected again. And again. And again. I guess now we can talk about how to handle rejections.
Matt Dunstan
Australian board game designer, known for titles like The Guild of Merchant Explorers, Next Nation London, Elysium, Monumental
BoardGame designer (Australia)
Episode: Episode 30 - Moving House with Board Games, a.k.a. What the Heck Is a Removalist? Feat. Matt Dunstan
Ashley Falcon
ThinkTwice, published fantasy author in lit RPG space
ThinkTwice
Episode: Episode 28 - Failing Forward & Accidentally Winning at Life, with Guest Fantasy LitRPG Book Author Ashley Falcon / ThinkTwice

Hosts

Eric
Host of Life Beyond Board Games (frequent collaborator across episodes); brings perspective from various affiliations and ongoing projects within the board game and creator space.
Melissa
Co-host with long-running involvement across episodes; frequently discusses hosting, community, and behind-the-scenes of the show.
Stella
Co-host with deep involvement in board game conversations and broader gaming culture; often anchors discussions with industry and community insights.
Candice
Guest/host with multifaceted roles across projects; participates in discussions around content creation and Kicking It Creative collaborations.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#61
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#223
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#112
Poland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#236
Sweden/Leisure/Games

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Episode 33 - Work-Life Balance? What's that?
Q: What are your thoughts on defining what 'good' work-life balance looks like for a freelancer?
Good balance is highly individual, but it often means having boundaries, predictable work patterns, and time for non-work activities; freelancers need to decide what level of income and time off works for their lifestyle, then plan accordingly.
Episode 31 - Matt Dunstan's Life Beyond Board Games. Lego, Potential Financial Ruins, and Frogs.
Q: What do you do outside of game design and playing?
Matt discusses his Lego hobby as a major leisure activity, including sorting, cataloging, and planning to attend Lego conventions and participate in exhibitions.
Episode 31 - Matt Dunstan's Life Beyond Board Games. Lego, Potential Financial Ruins, and Frogs.
Q: Matt, do you like building Legos?
He explains that he doesn't actually build the Lego himself in everyday practice, but manages and sorts vast collections, and is interested in displaying and discussing vintage sets and parts.
Episode 28 - Failing Forward & Accidentally Winning at Life, with Guest Fantasy LitRPG Book Author Ashley Falcon / ThinkTwice
Q: What was it like getting published for you? Was it difficult? Was it easy?
Ashley said the publishing part was stressful but relatively easy once opportunities appeared; he had written many manuscripts, published some online, and ultimately found a publisher after attracting attention through online work.

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A lively, conversation-driven show focused on board games, often weaving in personal anecdotes, design insights, and practical tips for players and creators. Episodes frequently center on real-world gaming culture, conventions, and the social side of gaming, with guests ranging from established designers to writers and creators in the LitRPG space. The hosts blend humor with thoughtful discussion on topics like publishing, fair use, game discovery, and managing hobbies alongside daily life. A notable throughline is the blend of hobbyist enthusiasm with professional experience in game design, publishing, and content creation, making it appealing to both avid players and industry folks who want behind-the-scenes perspectives and actionable ta... more

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