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The Business of Gaming

Game Haven Guild
Kickstarter
Board Games
Gaming
Board Game Design
Dungeons and Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
You Shady Pooch
Turf War
Wizards Of the Coast
Magic the Gathering
Retail Marketing Strategies
South Austin
Comics
Vigilante Gastropub & Games
Tabletop Gaming
Business
Retail Challenges
Role Player Games
Playtesting
Event Marketing

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!

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Recent Guests

Dan Nichols
Game designer and owner of Gadabout Games
Gadabout Games
Episode: Ep7: Publishing Board Games on Kickstarter with Dan Nichols
Dan Manfredini
Board game designer with over seven games published
Episode: Ep5: How Board Games Go From Prototype to Published with Dan Manfredini

Host

Josh
Host focusing on the business side of gaming, connecting with various industry stakeholders including game store owners and indie designers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
  • 10/10

    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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    RIKM18
    United States4 months ago

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Reviews highlight the engaging storytelling that resonates with both aspiring and established professionals in the gaming community.
Listeners commend the podcast for its deep insights into the business of gaming and appreciate the practical advice shared by guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep9: Woodworking for Gamers with Freckled Lion Workshop
Q: What have been the biggest surprises about starting a woodworking business in the gaming industry?
The unpredictability of what sells; sometimes popular ideas don't sell as expected, while others may sell out quickly.
Ep9: Woodworking for Gamers with Freckled Lion Workshop
Q: What are some products that you tried that you thought would do well, but really didn't?
Some cute signs related to states didn't sell well because they were too generic; we focus more on unique products now.
Ep3: Lessons Learned Publishing Board Games with Fireside Games
Q: What advice would you give to yourselves before starting out?
Be very cautious and understand the overwhelming amount of work required to run a game company, far beyond just game design.

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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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