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The Spiel - MP3 Version

Stephen Conway
The Spiel Foundation
Board Games
Calliope Games
Sky Team
Comic Book Publishing
Forest Shuffle
Age Of Comics
Patrician Towers Of Influence
Fit To Print
Game Design
Flip 7
Games
Tabletop Games
Tabletop Gaming
Butts On Things
Golden Age Of Comics
Game Mechanics
Publishing Industry
Georges Melies
The White Castle

A show about games and the people who love them

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes751Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This episode features a treasured collector's item and a game/science discussion that includes monkeys with machetes, impervious turtles, and sex starved moths.

Raise a glass and join the fun. This episode features segments with playful folks from Saskatchewan and Sydney: Scotch Council and My Favorite Game.

Doug Richardson makes a triumphant return as co-host for Season 21, PLUS three new segments: Game Lab with Lucio Rodriguez, Spiel-lunking the Game Cave with Brynn Symington, and The Playground with James Englehardt.

In our season finale, two award winning games earn our Meeple Crown for 2025. These games embody the essence of Major Fun and The Spiel of Approval. Congratulations to Fromage and Hot Streak!

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Recent Guests

Brynn Simington
Owner of the Game Cave
Game Cave
Episode: Episode #468 - Precious Ludolution
Sarda Nana
Designer/Publisher focused on consent education through games
Agreement Works / Her Favorite Game
Episode: Episode #467 - Nectarous Consent
Brynn Symington
Long-time Spieler, contributor, Game Cave segment host
The Spiel
Episode: Episode #466 - A Lab, A Cave, and a Playground
James Englehardt
Professor, Spiel contributor
Furman University (teaching games)
Episode: Episode #466 - A Lab, A Cave, and a Playground
Katherine Rosland
Long-time Spiel Foundation volunteer and ambassador; from Norway
The Spiel Foundation
Episode: Episode #464 - A Tale of Two Essens (with a side of haggis)
Chelsea Steenbock
Director of Play with Your Food, driving force behind Play with Your Food and related initiatives
Play with Your Food, The Spiel Foundation
Episode: Episode #463 - Every Second Counts
Matt Robertson
Founding force behind Play With Your Food (Regina, SK)
Play With Your Food
Episode: Episode #462 - O Canada
Roger Leroux
Contributor in Regina, involved with Play With Your Food
Play With Your Food
Episode: Episode #462 - O Canada
Mike McMahon
Spieler and roving reporter from Origins
The Spiel
Episode: Episode #461 - Origins, Closet, and a Home

Host

Stephen Conway
Host of discussions focused on board gaming, featuring reviews of games, industry trends, and community initiatives. Conway brings enthusiasm and knowledge to the gaming conversation.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • One of the best among many

    There are a lot of board game podcasts out there. This one stays focused on games, it's well-produced and informative, and fun to listen to. Don't pass it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave da fan
    United States14 years ago
  • Absolutely brilliant!

    A show about board games that goes into depth without going to sleep...wonderfully detailed gameplay descriptions and an unfaltering enthusiasm for the hobby! Well worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tallhatmedia
    United States15 years ago
  • A must for boardgamers

    Excellent production, interesting segments and engaging hosts combine to feed the hungry boardgamer a well rounded meal. Indepth rules breakdowns and sensible recommendations assist you in knowing if a game deserves your well earned money. One listen and you'll be hooked!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    AMartin777
    United States17 years ago

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Many find the host's approachability and enthusiasm infectious, making discussions on games both informative and entertaining.
The podcast is recommended for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of board games, with a well-rounded perspective on gameplay, design, and community.
Listeners appreciate the high quality of production and the depth of each episode, noting it stays focused on board games without straying off-topic.

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Apple Podcasts
#84
Colombia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#224
South Korea/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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Episode #466 - A Lab, A Cave, and a Playground
Q: What is the goal of The Playground, and who might appear there beyond the two hosts?
The Playground aims to explore play from cultural and educational angles, inviting diverse guests from publishing, design, and academia to discuss how play shapes society and learning.
Episode #466 - A Lab, A Cave, and a Playground
Q: How do you see Game Lab bridging biology, writing, and game design in practical terms?
Lucio explains that Game Lab will prototype ideas at the intersection of science and games, using rules-light experiments to illuminate how scientific concepts can be translated into engaging gameplay.
Episode #467 - Nectarous Consent
Q: What inspired the creation of Agreement First?
Sarda Nana explains that a vacuum existed for accessible consent education for kids, inspired by Me Too and Black Lives Matter conversations and the lack of suitable resources for children; the project was created to teach consent as a practical life skill through play.
Episode #464 - A Tale of Two Essens (with a side of haggis)
Q: How does Essen differ from Gen Con in terms of structure and focus?
Essen is more of an industry trade show with a public component, emphasizing dealers, publishers, and sales, whereas Gen Con focuses more on attendees and experiences, with broader consumer play spaces and event programming.
Episode #460 - Sold My Car
Q: What was your journey into the world of games?
KC shared his childhood experiences with games, his progression into designing them during a university strike, and his work at a game cafe.

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Focused on the world of board games and tabletop experiences, this podcast provides engaging discussions and insights about various games, their mechanics, and the community surrounding them. Episodes often include game reviews, features on innovative game design, and explorations of industry trends. The content is infused with a sense of fun and enthusiasm, connecting listeners with the joy of gaming through storytelling and personal anecdotes, alongside a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in the gaming world.

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Recent guests on The Spiel include:

1. Brynn Simington
2. Sarda Nana
3. Brynn Symington
4. James Englehardt
5. Katherine Rosland
6. Chelsea Steenbock
7. Matt Robertson
8. Roger Leroux

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