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Punchboard Paradise

Punchboard Paradise
Board Games
Disc Golf
Baseball
Domecon
Age Of Steam
Dune
Ppcon
Football
Great Plains Game Festival
Power Grid
Lifeboats
My City
Maracaibo
Nations
Azul
Imperial
Pax Premiere
Apiary
Cosmic Frog
Pbcon

Punchboard Paradise a board game podcast discussing the games we play, how we rank them, and other exciting topics related to our hobby. Hosted by Chad, Clef and Richie Twitter - @Punchboarders Instagram - punchboardparadise Facebook - Punchboard Paradise

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes201Founded8 years ago
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Leisure

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Latest Episodes

Clef starts the show off in a particular mood and Tim tries to bring him back in. Baseball has been better, but disc golf is still around to raise our spirits. We talk some recent board game plays including SETI, Tonga Bonga, Age of Galaxy, and Ride ... more

Excuse my technical difficulties, but disc golf and baseball are back in a big way and Clef and Tim talk all about it before getting into the new Battle of the Recent Plays. We have quite the fight card with Wondrous Creatures, Flamecraft Duals, Marr... more

In today's episode, the guys chat about what's been hitting the table recently. Then, it's time for the main event: we're kicking off our Top Games of All Time by counting down our personal picks from #25 down to #6! Plus, we're revealing the officia... more

Clef and Tim catch up on their respective disc golf and baseball news before forging ahead into board games. We talk recent plays of Thunder Road: Vendetta, Compania, Guards of Atlantis 2, and Dokitto! Ice before getting into the effects of bad ruleb... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Farrell
Guest on the episode, regular PP contributor
PP community
Episode: Two Off the Top - Ep. 14 - Good Games and Bad Rulebooks
Joshua Acosta
Co-designer at Neon Comet Games and board game enthusiast
Neon Comet Games
Episode: Interview – Neon Comet Games
Hiro Oikawa
Co-designer at Neon Comet Games and map design aficionado
Neon Comet Games
Episode: Interview – Neon Comet Games
Dave Beck
Game Designer and Co-Founder of Paverson Games
Paverson Games
Episode: Ep. 135 - A Gest of Robin Hood Review + Cities Draft
Michelle Cedar
Organized the Great Plains Game Festival
Great Plains Gaming Festival
Episode: Ep. 132 - 2014 Draft
Allison Burrell
Photographer and content creator for Play The Game HQ
Play The Game HQ
Episode: Ep. 132 - 2014 Draft
Cameron Iwan
President of the Great Plains Gaming Festival
Great Plains Gaming Festival
Episode: Ep. 132 - 2014 Draft

Hosts

Tim
Co-host with long-running involvement in the show; part of core trio.
Clef
Co-host; central voice on game mechanics and opinions.
Richie
Host with observed personal anecdotes and discussions; strong rapport with other hosts.
Chad
Co-host and frequent voice in reviews and opinion pieces.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Too much disc golf

    Great group of guys and I enjoy their energy game and their focus on games that sometimes don’t get covered as much elsewhere.

    However, as their love of disc golf had grown it is taking up increasing amount of time on the podcast episodes and there is no way to easily skip it.

    I don’t mind a bit of non-board game banter it the start of the show as it helps you feel part of the group, but the topics used to be a bit of everything and now seem too focused on disc golf which gets a bit frustrat... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Meeple U
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Good guys

    Love the show. The energy, the personalities and banter you guys have is just what i need. Thanks a lot for the podcast fellas!

    Oh, and games are fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pompadour74
    United States4 months ago
  • Mostly disc golf content

    A lot of the podcast is spent talking about disc golf. Would be nice if there were timestamps to skip the disc golf talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kazz55
    United States5 months ago
  • Top Tier Board Game Podcast!

    Up there in the top tier of board game podcasts. Superbly produced (the best imo) with hosts that have great chemistry and aren’t afraid to hold back on their honest opinions on games. The drafts are a great alternative to “top 10” lists also. Just a really enjoyable listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ricardinhio
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Board game

    Been listening since day one and they are the best out there

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    saskatoon dave
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Energetic hosts with great chemistry and honest opinions.
High production quality and engaging banter; solid for fans of board games.
Very favorable view on long-form, in-depth game discussions and drafts.

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Apple Podcasts
#106
Norway/Leisure

Talking Points

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Interview – Neon Comet Games
Q: What made you get into Age of Steam and jump from just playing to designing maps?
Joshua shares how he connected with Hiro at the Age of SteamCon and how their collaboration on maps grew from there.
Ep. 144 - Polyomino Games Draft Live from GPGF
Q: Favorite game of the con so far?
Richie enjoyed Power Vacuum for its unique production, Clef liked Rebel Princess for its quick gameplay, and Chad favored Little Wildcatchers.
Ep. 144 - Polyomino Games Draft Live from GPGF
Q: What's your favorite team game?
Richie picks Guards of Atlantis 2 because it's versatile and widely played, while Chad chooses La Familia for its enjoyable mechanics.
The Chad and Richie Show - Ep. 17 - Do Bad Games Exist?
Q: Are there any actual bad games?
Yes, I believe there can truly be bad games, specifically those that are unplayable or lack real engagement.
Ep. 129 - Nucleum Review & Best Games of 2023
Q: How do you decide between playing a new game or a game you know and like?
It depends on whether you want to master a game or explore new games, as both are valid paths in the hobby.

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A lively, personality-driven board game podcast blending in-depth game discussions with plenty of banter and hobby multitasking. Episodes commonly swing between heavy euro game reviews, strategic mechanics breakdowns, and recurring segments like kickstarter corner, drafts, and convention planning, all delivered with host camaraderie and practical, experience-based insights. A standout is the trio's chemistry and willingness to tackle complex topics (like rulebooks and design clarity) while staying accessible and entertaining for dedicated hobbyists. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy thoughtful analysis of games alongside personal anecdotes, community events, and a warm, talkative vibe.

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Punchboard Paradise launched 8 years ago and published 201 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Punchboard Paradise include:

1. Joe Farrell
2. Joshua Acosta
3. Hiro Oikawa
4. Dave Beck
5. Michelle Cedar
6. Allison Burrell
7. Cameron Iwan

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