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We’re Not Wizards Board Game Podcast

Richard Simpson
Board Games
Tabletop Games
Tabletop Gaming
UK Games Expo
Airecon
Kickstarter
Wingspan
Aircon Convention
Tabletop Scotland
Crowdfunding
Star Wars
Social Media
Pokemon GO
Hissy Fit
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Dungeons and Dragons
Stowii
Board Gaming
Oathsworn
Game Design

Welcome to We're Not Wizards.We talk about Tabletop, Board Games, Card Games and sometimes TTRPGs and D and D.We chat about games we've been playing and what we think. We have a huge back catalogue of interviews with people from the tabletop industry. Sometimes there will be audio versions of reviews from our website. Mostly, we're just trying to have fun. make bad jokes and try to entertain. If y... more

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Seppers is back to talk about End of The line after we chat about words meaning other things, King Charles, Mother Theresa, and then chat a little bit about Dungeon Crawler Carl, Energy Empires and Threaded. And we're laughing a lot. So maybe kick ba... more

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Joining us today is former guest Mark Swanson, returning like a migrating Gueest to come honk to us all about his game all about Maverick's wingman from Top Gun. Or words to that effect.

Its all about that Goose, no filler.

So please check out the ... more

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Richard is back from beyond the wall visiting the Harrowed Gate and its Gathering of Card boards and pieces.

Lots to chat about, from teaching rules very badly, to fire alarms and daring escapes plus games, lots of games.

1:00 Gluten and Milk

5:15... more

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Mark Cooke is back to chat about Airecon 2026. Which is a big task to organise.

Almost as big as how much we had to edit out of the episode.

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www.airecon.co.uk/

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Mark Swanson
Creator of Feudum; Founder of Odd Bird Games
Odd Bird Games
Episode: S11 E562 Mark Swanson - Odd Bird Games - FLOCKERS!
Paul Williams
Filmmaker, Writer, Illustrator, and Co-Founder of Evil Hypnotist Productions
Red Mug Games
Episode: S10 Ep 549 - Red Mug Games Interview
Dan Carter-Hope
Filmmaker and Co-Founder of Red Mug Games
Red Mug Games
Episode: S10 Ep 549 - Red Mug Games Interview
Ross Thompson
Director of Marketing at Atomic Mask Games
Atomic Mask Games
Episode: S10 EP544 - The One Where Ross Comes Back To Chat
Ben Maddox
Board game content creator and host of 'Five Games for Doomsday'
Five Games for Doomsday
Episode: S10 Ep 543 Ben Maddox - Shouting At Clouds in the BlueSky
Seppy Yoon
Game designer and co-writer for Kaiser Cucumber
Fightin' A Box
Episode: S10 Ep542 - Seppy & Kaiser Cucumber’s 3-Night Heist: Card Game & RPG
Mark Cooke
Organizer of Airecon
Airecon Convention
Episode: S10 Episode 541 - Mark Cooke, Airecon X and not editing
Shane Gillis
Stand-up comedian known for his impressions.
Episode: S9 E529 The Biden Drop Out Shane Gillis Look Alike Eating Food at The Other Place Episode
Bernie Lin
Co-founder of Dead Alive Games and game designer
Dead Alive Games
Episode: Bernie & Brendan - Dead Alive Games - Cyber Pet Quest

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • My Precious.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    werenotwizards
    3 years ago
  • Top tier interviews

    Richard is a treasure with a voice that will soften the most fiery of demons. A kind gentle soul with a penchant for interviews this show is a treasure trove to be found by any who give a listen. Listen now!!

    Gaby Moraga

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chileangumbino
    United States4 years ago
  • Great show

    I’ll just say this - this show is made of some of the best interviews ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angrrry
    Russia5 years ago
  • This is a great show! Informative and fun!

    Podchaser
    5
    Joe Hamerly
    6 years ago
  • Fantastic Pod for board gamers

    These guys are incredibly entertaining while providing real conversation and insight into the ever-changing world of board games. Each episode tends to have a different flavor to it if they are having a guest on or just talking about certain games. That being said, there are no dull episodes. If you are interested in board gaming and learning about new games with a scottish twist then dive right in to this phenomenal podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mindofamonkey
    United States6 years ago

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S11 E562 Mark Swanson - Odd Bird Games - FLOCKERS!
Q: How does the core mechanic of Flockers work and what makes it unique?
Flockers is primarily a hand-management game with engine-building elements and race dynamics; players add birds to their flock to trigger actions, draw cards, and build an engine that determines how far their flock can move, creating a tense race to reach the end.
S10 EP544 - The One Where Ross Comes Back To Chat
Q: Have you ever thought of a marketing role outside of board gaming?
I've thought about it, but I flirt with a few companies but don't think I would pull the trigger.
S10 Ep 543 Ben Maddox - Shouting At Clouds in the BlueSky
Q: How did you come to be writing a book about board games, Ben?
Ben shared that he agreed to co-write a book after being approached by Isaac Shalev at a board game convention.
S10 Ep542 - Seppy & Kaiser Cucumber’s 3-Night Heist: Card Game & RPG
Q: How much does it cost to get involved with the new game?
The card game is $15, and the RPG zine is $20, with combined options available.
S10 Ep542 - Seppy & Kaiser Cucumber’s 3-Night Heist: Card Game & RPG
Q: What is the significance of the ZineQuest campaign for your new game?
ZineQuest is important because crowdfunding costs have increased, and it allows us to reach our audience effectively.

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6. Seppy Yoon
7. Mark Cooke
8. Shane Gillis

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