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The BoardGameGeek Podcast

BoardGameGeek
Board Games
Tabletop Gaming
Game Design
Spiel Essen 2024
COIN Series
Cozy Board Games
Adventure Games
Boardgamegeek
Cuba Libre
Andy and Abyss
A Distant Plane
Violet Daisy Games
Social Interaction
Bggcon
Cardboard East
Board Game Conventions
Gen Con
Gen Con 2024
Rock Hard 1977
Roll and Write Games

Fortnightly casual conversations with passionate gamers who geek out about board games, the mechanisms behind them, and the people who create them.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes103Founded4 years ago
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GamesLeisure

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Latest Episodes

Episode 104: Tina Burns & Dr. Amelia Herbst  - Geek Girl Con - Women in Gaming - Finding Community

Tina and Amelia from the board of Geek Girl Con joins me to talk about the con, femme presenting designers, artist, and musicians in gaming, and how f... more

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Episode 103: Curt Covert (Smirk and Dagger) - Exhibiting at Conventions- Games we’ve been playing lately (not from Smirk and Dagger) 

Join me as we get to know Curt Covert, the owner of Smirk and Dagger games. We discuss what goes into exhibiting at... more

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Episode 102: Peter Vaughan - Crowdfunding Tips and Tricks - Top 5 Bag and Deck Building Games - Con Memories

Peter, one of the owners of Cardboard Alchemy, takes time away from his big Kickstarter for Whisperwood, to talk about what he has learned a... more

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Episode 101: Ilka Luza - How to Behave at the Table. - Top 5 Games We Like to Play on Repeat - A Surprise Gift and White Water Rafting.

Grab a drink and maybe some snacks because this is a longer episode. My super talented friend, Ilka Luza, joins m... more

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Recent Guests

Tina Burns
Co-director of marketing at GeekGirlCon
GeekGirlCon
Episode: Episode 104: Tina Burns & Dr. Amelia Herbst - Geek Girl Con - Women in Gaming - Finding Community
Amelia Herbst
President of the Board of Directors of Geek Girl Con; clinical psychologist
GeekGirlCon
Episode: Episode 104: Tina Burns & Dr. Amelia Herbst - Geek Girl Con - Women in Gaming - Finding Community
Peter Vaughan
Co-founder of Cardboard Alchemy
Cardboard Alchemy
Episode: Episode 102: Peter Vaughan - Crowdfunding Tips and Tricks - Top 5 Bag and Deck Building Games - Con Memories
Ilka Luza
Board game designer/streamer/educator from Germany
Luzapalooza/Board and Dice
Episode: Episode 101: Ilka Luza - How to Behave at the Table. - Top 5 Games We Like to Play on Repeat - A Surprise Gift and White Water Rafting.
Cole Smith
Graphic designer and board game designer
Ontario, Canada
Episode: Episode 97: Cole Smith - Games that Combine 2 Mechanisms well - Top 5 Area Control Games - A Frame Job & Good Food
Arwen Kathke
Host and producer of Cardboard Time Podcast
Cardboard Time Podcast
Episode: Episode 96: Arwen Kathke - Vision Accessibility in Board Games - Top 5 Food-Themed Board Games - Hanging out with loved ones and friends
Emily Vincent
Board game designer and publisher at Pink Hawk Games
Pink Hawk Games
Episode: Episode 95: Emily Vincent - Usability & UI Design in Board Games, 10+ Hidden Small Box Gems, Libraries, and cats calling in the Spring
Ambie Valdés
Board Game Blitz host and content creator
Board Game Blitz / Ambie Valdés
Episode: Episode 94: Ambie Valdés- How Life Changes affect Board Games - Top 5 Kids Games, sort of - Loving on Family and Friends
Mark Peebles
Streamer and solo board game hobbyist
MPEebles / mpplays.com
Episode: Episode 93: Mark Peebles - Types of Solo Modes - Top 5 Games with Great Solo Modes - Cooking and Gardening

Host

Amanda Panda
Host of The BoardGameGeek Podcast

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 157 ratings
  • Podcast Addict
    I'm Michael
    4 months ago
  • Yay, Candice!

    I’ve been enjoying this podcast for a while now and I feel more connected to it now that I know more about Candice’s story via The Hobby: Tales from the Tabletop documentary. Good on y’all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iPod Ian
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good

    So first i‘m German so if I write some things wrong I‘m sorry.

    Anyways this Podcast is great every episode I learn about a new Games and gamemechanics.

    Personaly I espesely

    like the last one because my hobby is Game design.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    *_Max_😁*
    Germanya year ago
  • Too much

    It’s too long and features way too much. So much information is thrown at you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Crticalhitzz
    United States2 years ago
  • Love Candice, but…

    I had to unsubscribe to this podcast. I love what Candice brings to the board gaming community, but most of this show is endless banter going on and on about games I haven’t played. There are a few things that could be done to make this podcast much better.

    First, there is a problem with some board game podcasts that they can become just listing out a bunch of games and describing them. For most people who haven’t played all those games, they don’t really have enough context to know what it’s ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    yungstud
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critiques frequently call for tighter editing and more guest-led conversations.
Listeners praise Candice's interview skills and deep industry knowledge.
Fans appreciate accessibility and inclusivity discussions in episodes.
Feedback often notes long episode runtimes and helpful, niche design insights.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#98
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#131
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#167
Italy/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#3
Ireland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#9
Singapore/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#25
Ireland/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 95: Emily Vincent - Usability & UI Design in Board Games, 10+ Hidden Small Box Gems, Libraries, and cats calling in the Spring
Q: What inspired your path into game design?
A combination of playing as a kid, discovering Settlers of Catan, and a post-pandemic shift into design, plus a background in UI/UX that shaped how I approach games.
Episode 95: Emily Vincent - Usability & UI Design in Board Games, 10+ Hidden Small Box Gems, Libraries, and cats calling in the Spring
Q: Favorite convention?
PAX East holds a special place as the origin for many gaming experiences, but Gen Con and Origins are strong favorites too.
Episode 95: Emily Vincent - Usability & UI Design in Board Games, 10+ Hidden Small Box Gems, Libraries, and cats calling in the Spring
Q: Favorite mechanism?
Set collection is my favorite mechanism, and I also enjoy drafting and engine-building elements in other games.
Episode 89: Marcus Ross - New York Toy Fair - Roll and Move Games Challenge - Robots taking over but you still gotta get good food.
Q: What made you want to become a board game designer?
Marcus shares that he didn't choose to be a designer; it felt like he was picked for it through his childhood experiences of creating board games.
Episode 88: Justin Bell, Contributor with Meeple Mountain - Kitting out your Board Game Experience - Top 5 Games of 2025
Q: What is your next games coming up?
I think that this year, a little bit lighter. I'm sure I'll be at Spiele.

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What is The BoardGameGeek Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, design- and mechanism-focused show where guests include board game designers, publishers, and industry voices. Conversations often center on how games are built, with deep dives into mechanics blending, solo modes, usability, accessibility, publishing paths, and practical tips for pitching and bringing projects to market. A recurring vibe is friendly, curiosity-driven exploration of the hobby, with strong emphasis on design decisions, real-world publishing journeys, and community-building within the tabletop scene. Notably, the mix of practical design insight and industry storytelling, plus frequent guest diversity, makes it a good match for listeners who want actionable knowledge and insider perspectives while staying approachabl... more

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1. Tina Burns
2. Amelia Herbst
3. Peter Vaughan
4. Ilka Luza
5. Cole Smith
6. Arwen Kathke
7. Emily Vincent
8. Ambie Valdés

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