In this reflective episode of the Game Schooler podcast, hosts Doug and Michael celebrate 250 episodes by looking back on their journey, discussing the evolution of their show, and sharing their plans for the future. They emphasize the importance of educational games, community engagement, and the need to shift focus from traditional game reviews to more enjoyable conversations about gaming. As they prepare for season two, they express gratitude for their listeners and the support they've received throughout their journey.
In this episode of the Game Schooler Podcast, hosts Doug and Michael revisit their top 10 games from 2024, discussing various titles and their experiences with each game. They explore a range of themes including cooperative gameplay, unique mechanics, and the joy of family gaming. The conversation also highlights the importance of community engagement and the excitement surrounding new game releases, especially during the holiday season.
In this episode, Michael and Doug explore Michael's top 25 board games of all time, discussing various themes, mechanics, and personal experiences with each game. From cooperative games like Cthulhu Death May Die to classic strategy games like Ticket to Ride, the conversation delves into what makes each game special and the joy of playing with friends and family. The hosts also reflect on the impact of nostalgia and game complexity on their preferences, encouraging listeners to share their own top games.
In this episode of the Game Schooler podcast, hosts Doug and Michael explore the concept of curating a board game collection down to just 24 games. Doug shares his personal list of games he would keep, discussing the criteria behind his selections, the mechanics of each game, and the sentimental value they hold. The conversation delves into various genres, including strategy, family, and cooperative games, while also highlighting the unique aspects that make each game special.
In this week’s episode we'll cover Ticket to Ride: United Kingdom, Stranger Things: Upside Down, answer questions in the School of Gaming and say Thank You to some very important games!
00:00 - Introduction to The Game Schooler Podcast
02:31 - Ticket To Ride: United Kingdom
11:54 - Ad - Pawn Porter
13:06 - Stranger Things: Upside Down
24:26 - Ad - The Gimmies
25:41 - Welcoming New Players to the Table
31:21 - Eco-Friendly Packaging: Worth It or Waste?
38:45 - Ad - Dreamboard
40:26 - Thank You Notes
In this week’s episode we'll cover Ticket to Ride: Pennsylvania and Deep Regrets, answer questions in the School of Gaming and discuss where the Hotness from Gen Con 2023 is today!
00:00 - Introduction
02:18 - Ticket To Ride: Pennsylvania
17:22 - Ad - CoverCraft Workshop
18:32 - Deep Regrets
35:01 - Ad - Pack It Back: Board Game
36:40 - School of Gaming: Card Games vs. Board Games
43:03 - School Gaming: Game Length and Fulfillment
46:38 - Ad - Ogre's Hoard Game Store
47:46 - Gen Con 2023 Hotness Review
In this week’s episode we'll cover Mille Fiori, Maki Master, answer questions in the School of Gaming and discuss What’s Awesome in Tabletop Gaming.
00:00 - Introduction
04:03 - Mille Fiori
17:04 - Ad - International Factory Cologne
17:39 - Maki Master
29:54 - Ad - BacKallax
31:17 - School of Gaming
48:52 - Ad - Personal Rules Lawyer
49:51 - What's Awesome In Gaming
In this week’s episode we'll cover Kingdomino: Origins, The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth, answer questions in the School of Gaming and discuss changes in the hobby in the new segment, Game Schooler Reacts!
00:00 - Introduction
03:34 - Kingdomino: Origins
15:01 - Ad - Chameleon
15:36 - Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth
28:49 - Ad - Dice Alarm For Weak-Wristed Rolls
29:59 - School of Gaming
38:00 - Ad - Gaming Snack Mittens
39:08 - Game Schooler Reacts: Changes in the Hobby
In this week’s episode we'll cover Caldera Park, Newton, answer questions in the School of Gaming and recap our experience at Gamehole Con!
00:00 - Introduction to Game Schooler Podcast
01:58 - Caldera Park
14:17 - Accruals: The Budget Balancing Game
15:13 - Newton
29:51 - Deluxe Edition Stickers
30:52 - Enjoying Games You're Not Good At
38:46 - Confidence and Doubt in Gaming
45:48 - Shelf of Shame Storage Cloth
46:44 - Gamehole Con Experience Recap
In this week’s episode we'll feature an extended School of Gaming, and play Game Schooler Blind Rank, Troll Er No?, and the Great Game Guessing Game!
03:21 - School of Gaming
24:44 - Ad - People In A Room
25:37 - Game Schooler Blind Rank
34:43 - Ad - Portable Convention Shower
36:20 - Troll Er No - 7 Wonders
40:45 - Ad - Board Game Vacuum
41:37 - The Great Game Guessing Game
In this week’s episode we'll cover Santorini: Second Edition, Forest Shuffle, discuss Unboxing Videos in the School of Gaming and play Troll er No?
00:00 - Introduction to the Game Schooler Podcast
03:07 - Santorini: Second Edition
14:22 - Marriage: The Game
15:20 - Forest Shuffle
30:54 - Immaculate Game Kit: Protecting Your Game Investment
31:58 - School of Gaming: Unboxing Videos
39:30 - Utility Gaming Pants
40:35 - Troll or No: The Game Review Challenge
In this week’s episode we'll cover MicroMacro: Kids - Crazy City Park, Ticket to Ride: Europe, discuss Solid Game Stores in the School of Gaming and play The Great Game Guessing Game!
00:00 - Introductions & Follow-up
03:25 - Micro Macro: Kids - Crazy City Park
12:47 - Super Deluxe Monopoly
14:01 - Ticket to Ride Europe
25:05 - The Automatic Rating Changer
26:45 - Solid Game Stores
33:21 - Game Schooling and Building Connections
38:28 - The Appeal of Spin-Off Games
42:36 - Nomad: Foldable Gaming Table
43:43 - The Great Game Guessing Game
In this episode of the GameSchooler Podcast, hosts Doug and Michael discuss various tabletop games, including '10 Days in the National Parks', 'Toy Battle', 'SuperStore 3000', and 'River Valley Glassworks'. They share insights on gameplay mechanics, strategies, and the overall experience of each game, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and the evolution of their podcast.
00:00 - Introductions & Awesomeness
04:19 - 10 Days in the National Parks
13:10 - Ad - Gotcha! The Game of Parental Dominance
14:09 - Toy Battle
25:05 - Ad - Advanced Gamer Stimulus Expansion
26:29 - Superstore 3000
36:55 - Ad - Meeple Musk - Convention Scents
38:07 - River Valley Glassworks
In this week’s episode we'll cover Don’t L.L.A.M.A. Dice, Point Galaxy, Finspan, and Teach Witches!
00:00 - Introductions & Awesomeness
11:09 - Don't L.L.A.M.A. Dice
18:54 - Metal Coins Collection
20:32 - Point Galaxy
31:49 - The BacKallax
34:01 - Finspan
46:23 - Fantasy Orc Dungeon Tropes: The Miniatures Game
47:57 - Tea Witches
In this week’s episode we'll discuss the future of the Game Schooler Podcast, and cover Parks Second Edition, Graft, Tag Team, and Fountains!
00:00 - Introduction to the Game Schooler Podcast
03:55 - Parks Second Edition
15:15 - Graft
23:49 - Tag Team
34:48 - Fountains
50:12 - Carl's Crowdfundin' Countdown
In this week’s episode we'll discuss the future of the Game Schooler Podcast, and cover Fight 5, Fliptoons, Railroad Tiles, and A Place For All My Books
00:00 - Podcast Evolution and Future Directions
11:48 - Fight 5
19:46 - Exploring Flip Tunes
29:00 - Railroad Tiles
41:07 - A Place for All My Books
52:03 - Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
In this week’s episode we talk to Chris Yi of the Dice Tower about Gaming, Content Creation, and Designing Games!
00:00 - Introduction to Tabletop Gaming and Guest Introduction
01:35 - Chris Yi's Journey into Gaming
03:33 - Transitioning to Content Creation
08:25 - Managing Content Creation and Burnout
13:09 - Staying Positive in the Gaming Community
16:41 - Exciting Developments in the Gaming Industry
18:34 - The Joys of Working in Gaming
20:49 - Unexpected Aspects of the Job
23:13 - Family Gaming Experiences
26:02 - The Essence of Tabletop Gaming
27:07 - The Joy of Podcasting and Game Design
27:38 - Diving into Game Design: The Birth of Soda Jerk
30:49 - Understanding Soda Jerk: Gameplay Mechanics Explained
32:32 - Future Projects: What's Next for Chris?
33:45 - Teaching vs. Learning Games: A Personal Preference
34:29 - Conventions: Essen vs. Gen Con
40:01 - The Dice Tower Retreat vs. Convention: A Comparison
45:08 - Philosophy of Luck: A Positive Mindset
In this week’s episode Piper Kotecki and Eliza McCabe share their Top 10 Board Games of All Time!
In this week’s episode we interview Joe Hout, the designer of 3 Chapters.
01:33 - Joe Hout's Love for Gen Con
02:29 - Joe Hout's Gaming Origin Story
03:36 - Twin City Games and Game Design Journey
05:03 - The Concept Behind 'Animal Espionage'
06:34 - The Transition to Game Design
08:35 - Balancing Game Design with a Full-Time Job
09:53 - The Art of the Pitch at Gen Con
12:45 - The Journey of 'Three Chapters'
14:36 - Self-Publishing vs. Working with a Publisher
20:13 - Pitching 'Three Chapters'
22:11 - Understanding the Game Mechanics of Three Chapters
24:06 - Future Projects and Game Design Aspirations
25:54 - The Appeal of Lighter Games
29:44 - The Importance of Accessibility in Gaming
32:58 - The Joy of Game Design and Community
35:07 - The Unique Value of Tabletop Gaming
36:25 - Celebrating Community and Librarians in Gaming
In this week's episode we recap our journey at Gen Con in Indianapolis. We discuss games that stood out and our experiences as a whole.
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