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Over the Board

Ed Hall
Backgammon
Australia
Neural Networks
Australian Backgammon Championships
World Backgammon Federation
Monte Carlo
ADHD
Iowa State Fair
New Zealand
United States
Paul Mcgreal
NYC Backgammon Club
Shogi
Eva Battelle
Charles Darwin
Des Moines
Backgammon Galaxy
Artificial Intelligence
UK Backgammon Federation
Manchester

The backgammon podcast! In each episode host, Ed Hall, interviews backgammon players and authors, teachers and commentators, board makers and organisers... anyone and everyone with a backgammon story to tell.

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Latest Episodes

Ed talks to Alex about his YouTube channel and a whole lot more!

Watch Alex's interview with Ed from 2025

Contact Alex:

Alex Eshaghian Backgammon - YouTube

alexeshaghianbackgammon@gmail.com

Find Alex's books:

Amazon.com: Alex Eshaghian: books, bio... more

Ed discusses the newly formed International Backgammon with a range of guests.

Contact the show:

overtheboard.pod@gmail.com

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Further reading:

International Backgammon Federation

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Ed revisits the story of the first ever million-dollar backgammon tournament.

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Contact the show:

overtheboard.pod@gmail.com

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Ed talks to Bernhard Mayr about his roles in the World Backgammon Federation, World Backgammon Internet Federation and the Backgammon Masters Awarding Body.

WBGF – World Backgammon Federation

BMAB - Backgammon Masters Awarding Body

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Recent Guests

Alex Eshaghian
World-class backgammon player, teacher, author, USBGF board member
USBGF, Backgammon channel creator
Episode: Alex Eshaghian Backgammon
Bernhard Meyer
President of the World Backgammon Federation
World Backgammon Federation
Episode: The International Backgammon Federation
Umar Kremlov
President of the International Backgammon Federation; prominent figure in boxing governance
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Episode: The International Backgammon Federation
Vladislav Natayev
Head of the Dirty Money Workstream at Transparency International Russia
Transparency International Russia
Episode: The International Backgammon Federation
Bernhard Mayr
President involved in WBIF/WBGF leadership
World Backgammon Federation (WBGF)
Episode: Bernhard Mayr, President of the World Backgammon Federation
Sebastian Keisch
Backgammon player from the Netherlands
Backgammon community
Episode: Backgammon, neurodiversity and mental health
Pete Heskett
Top backgammon player who recently turned pro
Backgammon community
Episode: Backgammon, neurodiversity and mental health
Ian Hedges
Organizer of the Cubed Backgammon Charity Series
Cubed Backgammon
Episode: Backgammon, neurodiversity and mental health
Ben Bailey-Smith
Actor, rapper and comedian known as Doc Brown
Doc Brown projects / Backgammon and Wax
Episode: Backgammon and Wax: Breaks, takes and the highest of stakes

Host

Ed Hall
Host of Over the Board, Over the Board Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Awesome podcast about backgammon

    Thank you Ed for reinvigorating my love of the game

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martin S777
    Australiaa year ago
  • Love this Pod!

    Excellent show for anyone who loves the ancient and joyful and sophisticated and excruciating and confounding and delightful game of backgammon. Keep it up! I've shared the Marc Olsen episode with many friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WWFann
    United Statesa year ago
  • Over the Board

    Brilliant podcast for backgammon enthusiasts. Ed is an engaging host and really captures the appeal and excitement of the game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VlcBackgammon
    Spaina year ago
  • Refreshing Backgammon Content

    Been waiting for a contemporary, professional, and solid backgammon podcast and Over the Board nails it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M from 716
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Professional, contemporary take on backgammon that stays accessible to newcomers.
Ed Hall draws listeners in with engaging, knowledgeable conversations.
Guests consistently bring depth and variety to the community narrative.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#222
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#144
Italy/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#244
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#11
Spain/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#28
Israel/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#69
Denmark/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alex Eshaghian Backgammon
Q: How did you go about improving as a Backgammon player, and what advice do you have for others who want to get serious about improving their game?
Alex explains a long development path starting with joining a Nashville club, learning the doubling cube, absorbing books, and then using software like Snowy and later XG to study games, analyze positions, and review matches with students to identify errors and improvements.
Bernhard Mayr, President of the World Backgammon Federation
Q: What are the main goals of the World Backgammon Federation under your leadership?
The main goals are to connect nations, organize prestige events like the Team World Championship, push for better club structure globally, and promote Backgammon as a mindsport through institutions like IMSA while expanding access and education.
Bernhard Mayr, President of the World Backgammon Federation
Q: Can you summarize how BMAB originated and why it matters for the Backgammon world?
BMAB originated as a recognition of the skill and decision-making behind moves, not just outcomes, and it serves as a framework to evaluate and honor players based on strategic play and growth, which in turn elevates the sport's professionalism.
Backgammon, neurodiversity and mental health
Q: What were the circumstances that led you to seek a diagnosis, and what was that process like?
The guest recounts a family-connected diagnostic process, practical stressors at work, and a therapy group that helped them understand ADHD and its impact, ultimately providing clarity and enabling better self-management and alignment with backgammon.
Backgammon, neurodiversity and mental health
Q: Coming back to backgammon then as well, with the potential for inattention, how do you think that has affected your game given the ADHD context?
The guest explains that while ADHD can bring deep focus and a powerful engagement in the game, it can also lead to moments of distraction that affect decisions; the key is balancing intense focus with awareness of room dynamics and minimizing external interruptions.

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A seasoned backgammon-focused show that blends player stories, tournament coverage, and behind-the-scenes insights from organizers, educators, and developers. Coverage spans competitive play, event planning (including national and international championships), platform launches, and the evolving tech side of the game, with frequent emphasis on community, mentorship, and accessibility for new players. Noteworthy is the host's hands-on involvement across the scene—interacting with players, creators, and boards alike—to highlight how backgammon's culture, competition, and tools are evolving together. Potential listeners will likely be drawn to in-depth interviews, strategic discussion, and practical guidance for players and organizers alike, f... more

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