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Episode 339 – 8th Anniversary Special!
Eight years! How did time pass so quickly? It’s once again time for our annual anniversary special in which we look at the last year, including our favorite segments of the last ~50+ shows. First up, though, is our question of the week: As we get into the latter part of the summer, what is your favorite game release of 2021 thus far? Favorite Acquisition Disorders: On Mars: Alien Invasion by Vital Lacerda & Ian O’Toole (335), Villagers: Shifting Seasons (333), Isle of Cats: Don’t Forget the Kittens (328), Paperback Adventures – A Novel Solo Word Game (326) Favorite At…
Episode 338 – Listener Feedback
This week we’re taking questions and feedback from the community. Thank you to everyone who provided insights, feedback, questions, and more for our annual episode discussing all the things you all want to talk about. First up, though, is our question of the week: Yay or nay on playmats? If yay, which ones add the most to their game? Acquisition Disorders: Boonlake, Descent: Legends of the Dark At the Table Reviews: Iberian Gauge, Circadians: First Light If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the…
Episode 337 – Board Game Olympics 2021: Top Game Based on a Sport
This week we’re closing out our two-week Olympic Games specials, focusing on the best games that are based on a real-world sport. Join us for a discussion of the games that draw directly on their namesake sports as we name the gold, silver, and bronze winners. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.
Episode 336 – Board Game Olympics 2021: Top Game Named for a Country
This week we’re opening up our two-week Olympic Games specials, starting with the best games named specifically for a country. Join us for a discussion of the games that draw directly on their namesake countries as we name the gold, silver, and bronze winners. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.
Episode 335 – BGG Hotness August 2021
This week we’re looking at the current BGG hotness as we wrap up July and move into August. First up, though, is our question of the week: What games have the biggest gap between the promise of the cover and the mechanics in the box (e.g. any game with plants being as cutthroat as possible)? Acquisition Disorders: Dice Miner, On Mars: Alien Invasion by Vital Lacerda & Ian O’Toole At the Table Reviews: Concordia Venus If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show…
Episode 334 – Coffee Traders + Dice Tower Award Winners
This week we’re discussing all the winners of the 2020 Dice Tower Awards, plus a couple of big reviews of recent releases. First up, though, is our question of the week: What board game sequel would you like to see announced next? Acquisition Disorders: 1947: the decline of an Empire, the birth of a Nation, Spire’s End: Hildegard At the Table Reviews: Coffee Traders, Dune: Imperium If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using…
Episode 333 – Top Ten Board Game Expansion Types
This week we’re discussing the best types of board game expansions – what new modules, gameplay tweaks, and enhancements work best? We’ll tell you! First up, though, is our question of the week: What’s a big board game announcement you would love to hear in 2021? Acquisition Disorders: Coalitions, Villagers: Shifting Seasons At the Table Reviews: Botanik, Beyond the Sun If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.
Episode 332 – BGG Hotness July 2021
This week we’re discussing the BGG Hotness for July – the top 15 games currently on Board Game Geek, why they are there, and why you should care. First up, though, is our question of the week: What’s your prized “board gaming” possession? Something rare and out of print, the first game you bought, something you’ve painted or blinged out, or something else entirely? Acquisition Disorders: Lost Ruins of Arnak: Expedition Leaders, Defenders of the Realm: Companions & Catacombs + The Hero’s Calling + Revised Game Board At the Table Reviews: MicroMacro: Crime City, Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition If you…
This week we’re discussing the 10 best games to play outside as the summer months warm-up and the parks and backyards become viable gaming spaces. Due to some technical issues, our episode is a bit shorter than normal as well, so we’ve included a special bonus from one of our retired Bonus episodes: Games from around the world. We hope you enjoy! First up, though, is our question of the week: You’re asked to mash two games together to build your “ultimate board game”. What two games are they? Acquisition Disorders: Forests of Pangaia At the Table Reviews: Ohanami If…
Episode 330 – A Very Special Episode of BGA
This week, Anthony is out of town, so we’re bringing you a very special episode, featuring the first episodes of both Chris’s and Anthony’s walkthrough of their collections, previously released as Patreon bonus exclusives for backers. Enjoy our rundown of the first 20 or so games in our collections each. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

