
Explore the world behind your favorite games as we talk to game store owners, indie designers, event organizers and others who are making a living - or at least chasing their dream - in the gaming industry!
Our goal is to explore the business side of gaming—what’s working, what’s not, what’s changed and where the opportunities lie from different perspectives in the industry!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 14 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Angie from Dragons Liar Comics and Fantasy in Austin, TX. This episode discusses the pros and cons of running a franchise game store, how industry changes are impacting game stores and wha... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Laura and Garrett from Meeples Games in Seattle, Washington. This episode discusses setting expectations for the start of a local game store, factors to consider when choosing a location a... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Andrew from Battlebound Cards at PAX West in Seattle, WA. This episode discusses the process of blending trading card games with augmented reality games, lessons learned from using Kicksta... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Cameron from Realm Guard at PAX West in Seattle, WA. This episode discusses the basics on running a TCG accessor business, challenges with the print to order model and lessons on listening... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Geoff from Metro Seattle Gamers in Seattle, Washington. This episode discusses the process of different structures for running a gaming club, what best practices are for getting commercial... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Dave from Freckled Lion Workshop in Oregon. This episode discusses the process of starting a woodworking business in the tabletop gaming industry, finding the right niche for your business... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with David from the Alexandria RPG Library in Seattle, Washington. This episode discusses the process of starting a non-profit in the tabletop gaming industry, why role-playing games are import... more
Join Josh on The Business of Gaming podcast as he visits with Dan Nichols from Gadabout Games in Austin, Texas. This episode discusses the process of creating a board game, how to use Kickstarter to bring your game to life and the challenges of the K... more
A must-listen for anyone curious about the business side of gaming. Great insights on opening a game store, designing games, building community, and turning passion into a career.
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Content focuses on the intricate business dynamics within the gaming industry, bringing insights from a variety of perspectives including game store owners, indie designers, and event organizers. Listeners can expect discussions about market strategies, the challenges of the industry, and personal stories of success and failure. Noteworthy aspects include detailed insights into game design, crowdfunding processes like Kickstarter, and unique community engagement strategies from local gaming establishments, reflecting the vibrant intersection of business and passion in gaming.
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Recent guests on The Business of Gaming include:
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2. Dan Manfredini
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