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Start / Five Games for Doomsday
Five Games for Doomsday
Five games for Doomsday is a show in which people are thrust into a cabin in the woods but can only take five of their games with them.
668 avsnitt • Längd: 45 min • Veckovis: Måndag
Om podden
Five games for Doomsday is a show in which people are thrust into a cabin in the woods but can only take five of their games with them. Which will they choose?
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Avsnitt
5G4D News Flash-Casus Belli w Martin Wallace
27 november 2024 |
20 min
In this news flash legendary designer Martin Wallace tells about his new space 4x game Casus Belli.
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 14-You broke my heart
25 november 2024 |
46 min
In this episode Gunnar is reacquainted with his armour but will the rest of our heroes be able to fight off the mummy?Find out in the this exciting episode!
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Battle Report!-Unmatched-Suns Origin
22 november 2024 |
39 min
In this free Battle Report, Ben and Steve play the Suns Origin expansion of Unmatched.
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Chu Han[SAMPLE]
20 november 2024 |
14 min
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Kwanchai Moriya
18 november 2024 |
70 min
This week's guest is the board game artist Kwanchai Moriya. We talk about studying art, the challenges of being a commercial artist and his optimism for the future...but which games did he choose.
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Blood Bowl Team Manager
A Feast for Odin
Suburbia
Crokinole
Roads and Boats
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Blood Bowl Team Manager
A Feast for Odin
Suburbia
Crokinole
Roads and Boats
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 13-Dust Up at the Slaughtered Donkey
15 november 2024 |
49 min
In this episode our crew reckon with Saar's reckless planting and will Gunnar find his armour?
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The Spielworxx Bulletin-The Origin Episode
13 november 2024 |
58 min
In this episode Ben and Uli talk about why they game and how it is publishing other people's games.
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Channel-Where Do You Find Your Joy
11 november 2024 |
55 min
In this episode Ben and Steve talk about their yearly game jaunt and where to find joy in gaming.
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Batallion-War of Ancients[SAMPLE]
6 november 2024 |
16 min
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Luke Prior: Insights from Gamefound on Crowdfunding in Gaming
4 november 2024 |
98 min
This week's guest is top bod at Gamefound, Luke Prior. We talk about the influence of Games Workshop, over production and whether or not crowd funding ruins game design...but which games did he choose?
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Cyclades
Star Wars: Rebellion
Foundations of Rome
Sheriff of Nottingham
Mythic Battles:Pantheon
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Cyclades
Star Wars: Rebellion
Foundations of Rome
Sheriff of Nottingham
Mythic Battles:Pantheon
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5G4D Halloween Special-Whispers in the Walls
31 oktober 2024 |
52 min
In this special Halloween episode Ben plays the journaling RPG Whispers in the Walls.
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5G4Dnd-The Temple of Elemental Evil- A Return to Waterdeep
28 oktober 2024 |
65 min
In this episode our heroes have a relaxing bath, all the while avaricious eyes are watching them.
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The Holiday Hijinks Episode
25 oktober 2024 |
53 min
In this episode we thank some patrons, answer your questions and Ben speaks to Jonathan Chaffer about Holiday Hijinks.
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Resafa[SAMPLE]
23 oktober 2024 |
19 min
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Candice Harris
21 oktober 2024 |
84 min
This week's guest is host of the BGG Podcast Candice Harris. We talk about being a professional drummer, working at BGG and designing your first game...but which games did she choose?
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Too Many Bones
Gaia Project
The Great Zimbabwe
Pax Pamir
Keyforge
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Too Many Bones
Gaia Project
The Great Zimbabwe
Pax Pamir
Keyforge
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The Cosmic Silos Trilogy Interview
18 oktober 2024 |
39 min
Ben speaks to Nick from Bitewing Games about his huge Cosmic Silos Trilogy Kickstarter featuring 3 Reiner Knizia Designs.
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Duel for Middle Earth[SAMPLE]
16 oktober 2024 |
18 min
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 11-A Change of Accent
14 oktober 2024 |
61 min
In this episode our adventurers travel to Waterdeep and meet some wolves.
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Theresa Duringer
11 oktober 2024 |
69 min
This week's guest is the owner of the company that published the apps for Dominion and Race for the Galaxy. We talk about the development of digital games and why board games need apps...but which games did she choose?
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Gin Rummy
So Clover
Res Arcana
Dominion
Race for the Galaxy
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Gin Rummy
So Clover
Res Arcana
Dominion
Race for the Galaxy
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The Spielworxx Bulletin-The Essen Live Show
9 oktober 2024 |
46 min
In this episode Ben and Uli are joined by Cole Wherle and Candice Harris to talk all things Essen.
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Essen Spiel 2024-Day 3-4
7 oktober 2024 |
97 min
In this bumper two day episode Ben speaks to everyone.
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Essen Spiel 2024-Day 2
5 oktober 2024 |
55 min
Ben and Steve hit the halls again. Will the fatigue get them?
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Essen Spiel 2024-Day 1
4 oktober 2024 |
88 min
Ben and Steve hit the halls and meet the great and good at Essen Spiel.
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Essen Spiel 2024-Day 0
3 oktober 2024 |
80 min
Ben and Steve go to Spiel and speak to all of the great and good.
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#Channel-All Essen All The Time
30 september 2024 |
59 min
In this episode of #channel Ben and Steve talk about their Essen recollections and look at Steve and a couple of discord subscribers' Essen picks.
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Zoo Vadis[SAMPLE]
27 september 2024 |
11 min
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Part 10-They just keep pulling us back in
23 september 2024 |
74 min
In this episode our crew are greeted as heroes as they head back to Hommlet and are given a new task.
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Steam Power-A 5G4D Review
20 september 2024 |
6 min
Ben looks at the new train game from Martin Wallace.
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Spielworxx Bulletin-The Essen Lead Up Show
18 september 2024 |
66 min
In this episode Ben and Uli talk about the relationship between publishers and media and how to prepare for Essen.
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Robin de Cleur
16 september 2024 |
51 min
In this episode Ben talks to head of PR for Essen Spiel, Robin de Cleur. We talk about the phenomenon of Essen, the role of PR and if Asmodee are good for gaming...but which games did he choose?
Twilight Imperium Fourth Edition
Discworld Ankh-Morpork
Ark Nova
Decrypto
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
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Twilight Imperium Fourth Edition
Discworld Ankh-Morpork
Ark Nova
Decrypto
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
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Stonespine Architects-A 5G4D Review[AUDIO]
13 september 2024 |
10 min
Ben looks at the drafting game Stonespine Architects from Thunderworks Games.
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5G4D News-The Tir na Nog Competition Episode
11 september 2024 |
107 min
In this bumper episode Ben has a very sarky complaining sesh, we announce the winner of the Tir Na Nog competition. Ben chats to Spiel des Jahres award winner Randy Flynn about his new game Cats and Dragons and Frank West about his knotty new title Emberleaf and we answer your questions. So much stuff!
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 9-The Sacrifice of Matilda
9 september 2024 |
70 min
In this episode our heroes confront an evil underground. Will they survive and save Matilda?
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5G4D Classics-Shem Phillips
4 september 2024 |
53 min
In this classic Ben talks to one of the hottest euro designers around, Shem Phillips.
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Ori Kagan
2 september 2024 |
82 min
This week's guest is video master and head of Kagan Productions, Ori Kagan. We discuss growing up in Israel, the challenge of making board game videos and the dangers of A.I....but which games did he choose?
Star Realms Skyrim-The Adventure Game Dune Imperium Final Girl Clash of Steel
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Star Realms Skyrim-The Adventure Game Dune Imperium Final Girl Clash of Steel
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 8-A Question of Priorities
30 augusti 2024 |
65 min
In this episode of The Temple of Elemental Evil our squad hear some sinister chanting and go in search of Matilda and get held up by some subterranean beasts.
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Arcs
28 augusti 2024 |
43 min
In this Battle Report Ben and Steve sit down to play the hottest of the hot, Arcs from Leder Games. Also, Tabuletto starts to plan his Stag Do as his nuptials approach
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Spielworxx Bulletin-The Gen Con Episode
23 augusti 2024 |
55 min
In this episode of the Spielworxx Bulletin Uli talks about his experience at Gen Con and the difference between the American and the German Industry.
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Tir na Nog
21 augusti 2024 |
28 min
In this news flash we talk about the Tir na Nog Kickstarter.
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5G4D News-The Pax Playlist Episode
15 augusti 2024 |
93 min
In this episode patreon backers get some nicknames, we announce a competition and speak to Dan Hughes and Mike Dilisio about I Made You a Mix-Tape and Besime Uyanik about the Pax Porfiriana Gamefound. Also we answer your questions.
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 7-Meet the Guard Frogs
9 augusti 2024 |
60 min
In this episode our heroes enter the moat house and meet what's guarding it.
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5G4D Classics-Geoff Englestein
7 augusti 2024 |
83 min
In this classic episode Ben talks to designer of Space Cadets and many others and premier commentator on board games, Geoff Englestein.
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Unmatched Slings and Arrows
31 juli 2024 |
29 min
This is a sample of our Battle Report of Unmatched:Slings and Arrows. To listen to the full episode go to patreon.com/5g4d
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Spielworxx Bulletin-Live from Berlin Con
29 juli 2024 |
42 min
In this episode of The Spielworxx Bulletin, Ben and Uli talk to Hunter and Wurfel Alex about the phenomenon that is Berlin BrettspielCon.
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Live form the Spiel des Jahres 2024
26 juli 2024 |
84 min
In this episode Ben and Steve attend the SdJ ceremony in Berlin and interview the nominees and winners. To address the intro of the show join the Five Games for Doomsday discord.
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 6-The Moat House
22 juli 2024 |
60 min
In this episode our heroes head to Nulb and spend the night at The Moat House.
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Kennerspiel des Jahres Special-Interview with Matt Leacock on Daybreak
19 juli 2024 |
20 min
Ben sat down with Matt Leacock to talk about his Kennerspiel des Jahres nominated game, Daybreak.
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Kennerspiel des Jahres Special-Interview with Alan Moon and Matt Leacock on Ticket to Ride Legacy
17 juli 2024 |
25 min
In this episode, Ben talks to Matt Leacock and Alan Moon about their Kennerspiel des Jahres nominated game, Ticket to Ride Legacy.
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Sebastian Bae
15 juli 2024 |
90 min
This week's guest is designer of games for the military, Sebastian Bae. We talk about life in the marines, the future of war and why games are a powerful tool...but which games did he choose?
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#Channel-Have games become too conservative
12 juli 2024 |
59 min
In this episode we discuss whether game themes have become too safe and if that's holding back the art form.
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Spiel des Jahres Special-Interview with Brett J Gilbert and Matthew Dunstan on Guild of Merchant Explorers
10 juli 2024 |
37 min
In this episode we speak to Brett J Gilbert and Matthew Dunstan on their nomination for Guild of Merchant Explorers.
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5G4DnD-The Temple of Elemental Evil-Episode 5 The Fight Begins
8 juli 2024 |
69 min
In this episode of 5G4DnD, our party negotiate with the council and get commissioned to rescue, Matilda, the brewer's daughter, but is the brewer all he seems?
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Rage Con 2024 Impressions
5 juli 2024 |
64 min
In this episode Ben travels to RageCon in Reno Nevada and interviews the great and the good of the west coast gaming scene. Get on it!
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Foothills[SAMPLE]
3 juli 2024 |
15 min
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Friedemann Friese
1 juli 2024 |
83 min
This week's guest is the designer of Powergrid and ther owner of 2F Spiele, Friedemann Friese. We talk about powergrid, being a punk publisher and the biggest innovation on games in the last 20 years...but which games did he choose?
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Heart of Crown
Ave Caesar
Carrooka
Eurorails
Codenames Duet
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Heart of Crown
Ave Caesar
Carrooka
Eurorails
Codenames Duet
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5G4D News-The Natural Luthier Episode
28 juni 2024 |
84 min
In this episode of the news Ben talks to Dave Beck about his new game Luthier and Dominic Crapuchettes about his game system Nature. We also give you nicknames and A your Qs.
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The Spielworxx Bulletin-The Evolution Episode
26 juni 2024 |
57 min
In this month's show we talk about how a publisher develops over time and how you need to be flexible.
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5G4DnD-Episode 4-A Tale of Evil
24 juni 2024 |
63 min
In this episode our heroes learn more about the temple, have an altercation with a villager and find out something surprising.
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SdJ Special-Interview with Matthieu Verdier-Designer of In the Footstpes of Darwin
21 juni 2024 |
26 min
In this news flash Ben speaks to the designer of In the Footsteps of Darwin, Matthieu Verdier about designing the game and his hopes for the award.
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Le Havre[SAMPLE]
19 juni 2024 |
17 min
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Andrew Bosley
17 juni 2024 |
91 min
This week's guest is premier board game artist, Andrew Bosley. We talk about faith, being good at art and the dangers of A.I....but which games did he choose?
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Scythe
Spots
Glen More 2
Resist!
Bohnansa
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Scythe
Spots
Glen More 2
Resist!
Bohnansa
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5G4D Classics-Monte Cook
14 juni 2024 |
75 min
This month's classic episode is RPG legend, Monte Cook.
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#CHannel-Is the BGG Top 100 fit for purpose?
12 juni 2024 |
49 min
In this episode where you create the show we discuss whether the BGG Top 100 juice is really worth the squeeze. Also, at the top of the show, we discuss the recent cease and desist form Hans Im Gluck over the work 'Meeple'.
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5G4DnD-Temple of Elemental Evil Part 3-Welcome to Hommlet
10 juni 2024 |
76 min
In this episode our crew finally reach the village of Hommlet, Lady Blue and Zanoush try to charm some guards and Gunner helps Saar with a crisis of confidence, they speak to a villager about strange goings on but what will she tell them?
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5G4D News Flash-Black Beard w Volko Ruhnke
6 juni 2024 |
22 min
In this news flash Ben talks to war game designer Volko Ruhnke about his new game, The Hunt for Blackbeard from Fort Circle Games.
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VIllage Rails[SAMPLE]
5 juni 2024 |
10 min
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Ellie Dix
3 juni 2024 |
75 min
This week's guest is designer and consultant, Ellie Dix. We talk about games in the classroom, running a game consultancy and family games...but which games did she choose?
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Terraforming Mars
Railway Rivals
Patchwork
For Sale
Cryptid
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Terraforming Mars
Railway Rivals
Patchwork
For Sale
Cryptid
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The Spielworxx Bulletin-The Spiel des Jahres Episode
29 maj 2024 |
59 min
In this episode Ben and Uli have a little row over the Spiel des Jahres, board gaming's biggest award. Also we talk about 'hobby' designers and how the globalisation of games has been a benefit to the industry.
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5G4D News-The Accessible Cook Book Episode
27 maj 2024 |
78 min
In this episode Ben talks to Casie Vogel about the Ticket to Ride Cookbook and Michael Heron about his book on accessibility in games. Also we give some patreon nicknames and answer your questions.
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5G4DnD-Temple of Elemental Evil Part 2-Who are You
24 maj 2024 |
68 min
In this episode of 5G4DnD our party find out who the suspicious man at the camp fire is and meet someone on the road.
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Key Harvest[SAMPLE]
22 maj 2024 |
14 min
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Carl Fung
20 maj 2024 |
87 min
This week's guest is war game designer, Carl Fung. We talk about meeting Anthony Bourdain, losing friends and how games can be used as a tool for learning history...but which games did he choose?
Axis and Allies
Last Blitzkrieg
The Last Chance for Victory
DAK
Valley of Tears
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Axis and Allies
Last Blitzkrieg
The Last Chance for Victory
DAK
Valley of Tears
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5G4D Classics-Asger Granerud
17 maj 2024 |
75 min
In this classic episode of 5G4D Ben speaks to the designer of Heat Asger Granerud.
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#Channel-Do we have a moral responsibility as gamers
13 maj 2024 |
67 min
In this show Ben and Steve talk about the membrane between work and socialising in games and if we have a moral responsibility as gamers.
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5G4DnD-The Temple of Elemental Evil-Part One-A Camp of Secrets
10 maj 2024 |
63 min
In this first episode of The Temple of Elemental evil our heroes set out towards the village of Hommlet, find out some secrets and notice some suspicious behaviour.
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Tash Kalar[SAMPLE]
9 maj 2024 |
20 min
Ben amd Steve tackle the classic Vlaada Chvatil game Tash Kalar.
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James Wallis
6 maj 2024 |
98 min
This week's is designer of Once Upon A Time, Baron Munchausen and owner of Hogshead Publishing, James Wallis. We talk about the frame work of RPGs, the murky world of game publishing and Britain on the tabletop...but which games did he choose?
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Bouba Kiki Kickstarter
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Bouba Kiki Kickstarter
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Spielworxx Bulletin-The Gathering of Friends Episode
26 april 2024 |
61 min
In this episode Ben and Uli talk about the latest developments at Asmodee and Gathering of Friends.
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5G4D Classics-Volko Ruhnke
22 april 2024 |
107 min
In this classic episode Ben speaks to the inventor of the COIN system, Volko Ruhnke.
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Trevor Benjamin
15 april 2024 |
110 min
This week's guest is the designer of the Undaunted series and Mandala, Trevor Benjamin. We talk about growing up in Canada, the purpose of language and the process of game design...but which games did he choose?
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5G4D News-The Fire and Swords Episode
12 april 2024 |
67 min
In this episode of the news we give new backers their exclusive nicknames and Ben speaks to Ian Brody abut the upcoming expansion for War of the Rings The Card Game, Fire and Swords.
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 4-The Reason for my Revenge
8 april 2024 |
65 min
In this final prologue episode for Temple of Elemental Evil, Zanoush Pedatra trains for the armed forces and gets in a pickle.
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Joel Toppen
1 april 2024 |
79 min
My guest this week is war game designer and vassal implementer, Joel Toppen. We talk about faith, working in an Indian reservation and war gaming...but which games did he choose?
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War of the Ring
Commands and Colors: Napoleonics
Commands and Colours: Ancients
Fields of Fire
Great Battles of Alexander
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War of the Ring
Commands and Colors: Napoleonics
Commands and Colours: Ancients
Fields of Fire
Great Battles of Alexander
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#Channel-How have you changed as a gamer
25 mars 2024 |
62 min
In this episode Ben and Steve talk about gamer development and if whinging is worse than A.P.
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Spielworxx Bulletin-Live from Leiria Con
21 mars 2024 |
41 min
In this special episode of the bulletin Ben and Uli are joined by Ignacy Trzewiczek and Jason Matthews to discuss all things conventions.
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Paula Demming
18 mars 2024 |
88 min
This week's guest is the creative force behind Things Get Dicey, Paula Demming. We talk about being an actor, the amount of board game media and the addiction of acting...but which games did she choose?
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 3-Lady Blue Sees The Truth
11 mars 2024 |
52 min
In this episode of 5G4DnD Ben is joined by CarrieAnn Winter playing Lady Blue Onyx who discovers a troubling truth.
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Alan Moon
4 mars 2024 |
64 min
The week's guest is designer of Ticket to Ride, Alan Moon. We talk about fighting in Vietnam, the grind of being a designer and huge success...but which games did he choose?
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Dice Miner Carcassonne:Hunters and Gatherers That's Pretty Clever Love Letter It's a Wonderful World
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Dice Miner Carcassonne:Hunters and Gatherers That's Pretty Clever Love Letter It's a Wonderful World
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 2-An Esoteric Delver
26 februari 2024 |
70 min
In the second prologue episode of 5G4D’s actual play of The Temple of Elemental Evil we meet the Dwarf Druid, Gunnar Stoneleaf and find out why he is travelling to Hommnet.
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5G4D News-The Steam Dragon Episode
23 februari 2024 |
110 min
In this episode Ben speaks to Martin Wallace about Steam Power and Pini Shekhter about Sea Dragons. Also we give you nicknames and answer your questions. Get on it!
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Spielworxx Bulletin-Conflicts of Interest
21 februari 2024 |
55 min
In this episode Ben and Uli talk about the relationship with the media and publishers and if there's a conflict of interest.
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Besime Uyanik
19 februari 2024 |
52 min
This week's guest is CEO of Ion Game Design, Besime Uyanik. We talk about growing up an immigrant, contoversial topics and what a CEO actually does...but which games did she choose?
War of the Roses Sammu-ramat Frosthaven Pax Viking Galaxy Trucker
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War of the Roses Sammu-ramat Frosthaven Pax Viking Galaxy Trucker
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#Channel-Episode 8-What is an authorial voice in gaming
16 februari 2024 |
70 min
Ben and Steve react to your posts on this knotty topic.
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Aldebaran Duel[SAMPLE]
14 februari 2024 |
26 min
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The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 1-A Master of Fire
12 februari 2024 |
58 min
In the first prologue episode of 5G4D's actual play of The Temple of Elemental Evil we meet the Tiefling sorcerer, Saar Weekman and find out why he is travelling to Hommnet.
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Episode 1-Clue
9 februari 2024 |
72 min
In the first ever episode of 5G4D At The Movies Ben and Steve look at, maybe the best, board game adaptation ever made, the 1980s classic clue. Do you agree with us? Let us know.
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Jonathan Kay
5 februari 2024 |
117 min
This week's guest is editor of online magazine, Quilette. We talk about founding a national newspaper, the joy of hugely complex games and being a centrist...but which games did he choose?
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Advanced Squad Leader Terraforming Mars 1822 Commands and Colours-Ancients High Frontier
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Advanced Squad Leader Terraforming Mars 1822 Commands and Colours-Ancients High Frontier
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5G4D News-The Coral Dragon Episode
26 januari 2024 |
101 min
In this first news episode of 2024 Ben and Steve thank the new patreon backers, answer your questions and Ben gets the lowdown on Wyrmspan from Connie Vogelmann and Aqua form Asger Granerud and Dan Halstad.
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Spielworxx Bulletin-The Future of Games
22 januari 2024 |
65 min
In this new episode of The Spielworxx Bulletin, Ben and Uli talk about the past year in games and their hopes for 2024.
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#Channel-The 5G4D Awards 2023
19 januari 2024 |
84 min
In this episode, Ben and Steve go over their and your 5G4D Awards!
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Travis Oates
15 januari 2024 |
128 min
This week's guest is the voice of Piglet in Winnie the Pooh and co-creator of On Board TV Travis Oates. We talk about being a child star, working for Disney and G4 TV...but which games did he choose?
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High Low Magic the Gathering Dungeons and Dragons 5e Frosthaven Twilight Imperium 4
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High Low Magic the Gathering Dungeons and Dragons 5e Frosthaven Twilight Imperium 4
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Ben and Steve's Resolution Extravaganza
8 januari 2024 |
64 min
In this episode Ben and Steve go over their previous year's resolutions and then make some promises for 2024.
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Steve Syrek
1 januari 2024 |
103 min
This weeks guest is former politician, martial artist and co-host on many shows on 5G4D Steve Syrek. We talk about green politics, attachment to material possessions and the beauty of Splotter...but which games did he choose?
Iron Dragon Glory to Rome Trade on the Tigris War of the Ring Horseless Carriage
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Iron Dragon Glory to Rome Trade on the Tigris War of the Ring Horseless Carriage
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Dec 25th-Brass Birmingham
25 december 2023 |
25 min
On this Christmas day, Ben and Steve talk about the number one game of all time with a little guest appearence from everyone's favourite baby table.
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Dec 24th-Pandemic Legacy Season 1
24 december 2023 |
21 min
Ben and Steve talk about the best legacy game.
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Dec 23rd-Gloomhaven
23 december 2023 |
20 min
Ben and Steve talk about the former number 1 game in the world!
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Dec 22nd-Ark Nova
22 december 2023 |
15 min
Ark Nova or Ark Over-rated?
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Dec 21st-Twilight Imperium 4
21 december 2023 |
15 min
Is this the best space game?
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Dec 20th-Terrforming Mars
20 december 2023 |
19 min
Ben amd Steve discuss the merits of this game.
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Spielworxx Bulletin-Episode 3-The Joy of Wargaming
20 december 2023 |
48 min
Ben and Uli discuss why wargaming is tops!
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Dec 19th-Dune Imperium
19 december 2023 |
14 min
Ben amd Steve discuss this new classic.
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Dec 18th-Jaws of the Lion
18 december 2023 |
26 min
Ben amd Steve talk about theis pared back version of Gloomhaven.
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Matthew Jude
18 december 2023 |
93 min
This week's guest is member of Watch it Played and world traveller, Matthew Jude. We talk about winning awards, dissatisfaction and history...but which games did he choose?
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Cabo Yellow and Yangtze The Castles of Burgundy Null and Nichtig Yinsh
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Cabo Yellow and Yangtze The Castles of Burgundy Null and Nichtig Yinsh
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Advent Calendar-Dec 17th-War of the Ring
17 december 2023 |
16 min
This is the most epic of epic games.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 16th-Star Wars Rebellion
16 december 2023 |
13 min
Expert analysis here.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 15th-Spirit Island
15 december 2023 |
13 min
It is fiddly.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 14th-Gaia Project
14 december 2023 |
8 min
We really know this one.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 13th-Twilight Struggle
13 december 2023 |
10 min
If the war was like the place we recorded this it was bloody cold.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 12th-Through the Ages
12 december 2023 |
13 min
Simply the best!
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Advent Calendar-Dec 11th-Great Western Trail
11 december 2023 |
11 min
We discuss the Pfister
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Advent Calendar-Dec 10th-Castles of Burgundy
10 december 2023 |
15 min
Love that new version.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 9th-Scythe
9 december 2023 |
15 min
We chop down some corn in this one.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 8th-7 Wonders Duel
8 december 2023 |
13 min
Ben amd Steve have a duel in a pyramid.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 7th-Eclipse
7 december 2023 |
13 min
Ben and Steve muddle through Eclipse.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 6th-Brass Lancashire
6 december 2023 |
15 min
Should Brass have two entries.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 5th-Nemesis
5 december 2023 |
9 min
Ben and Steve look at Nemesis.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 4th-Concordia
4 december 2023 |
19 min
Ben and Steve gush over the brilliant game in the forth door of the Advent Calendar.
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Fred Serval
4 december 2023 |
111 min
This weeks guest is war game designer and content creator, Fred Serval. We talk about growing up in South-East Asia, war game design and Marxism...but which games did he choose?
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Exploding
Kittens
Keyflower
Dual Gauge
Maria
Pax Pamir 2nd Edition
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Exploding
Kittens
Keyflower
Dual Gauge
Maria
Pax Pamir 2nd Edition
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Advent Calendar-Dec 3rd-A Feast for Odin
3 december 2023 |
12 min
In the third door of the calendar, Steve guides Ben through this Uwe Rosenberg classic.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 2nd-Clank Legacy
2 december 2023 |
13 min
In this door of the Advent Calendar, Ben and Steve avoid talking about a game they've never played.
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Advent Calendar-Dec 1st-Wingspan
1 december 2023 |
16 min
In this first door of the Advent Calendar, Ben and Steve talk about the classic game, Wingspan.
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#Channel-Episode 6-Are there subjects that are just too offensive
27 november 2023 |
62 min
In this episode Ben and Steve talk about offensive subjects in games and if they are acceptable. It gets spicy.
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Spielworxx Bulletin-Episode 2-The Great Crowdfunding Debate.
24 november 2023 |
50 min
In this episode Ben and Uli talk about crowdfunding, it benefits and pitfalls. This show is sponsored by Spielworxx.
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General Orders[Sample]
22 november 2023 |
9 min
In this sample of the patreon exclusibe battle reports Ben and Steve tackle General Orders.
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Jamie Keagy
20 november 2023 |
92 min
This week's guest is the host of The Secret Cabal, Jamie Keagy. We talk about being in a punk band, hosting one of the most successful gaming podcast and facing mortality...but which games did he choose?
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Blood Bowl
Le Havre
Star Trek: Ascendency
Through the Ages
Glory to Rome
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Blood Bowl
Le Havre
Star Trek: Ascendency
Through the Ages
Glory to Rome
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The Unfinished Tales
14 november 2023 |
57 min
In this free Battle Report, Ben and Steve take on War of the Ring with ALL the expansions. With some help from tabuletto.
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Quedlinburg Romp
10 november 2023 |
39 min
Ben and Steve head out east for a romp in Quedlinburg.
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Dracula Vs Van Helsing[SAMPLE]
9 november 2023 |
14 min
This is a sample of Ben amd Steve playing the new hotness from Essen Spiel, Dracula Vs Van Helsing. Listen to the full episode at: https://patreon.com/5g4d
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Rodney Smith
6 november 2023 |
92 min
This week's guest is the owner and host of Watch It Played, Rodney Smith. We talk about being brought up religious, being the world's premier board game teacher and weighing in on scandals...but which games did he choose?
Mansions of Madness 2nd Edition
Cuba Libre
So Clover
Ashes Reborn
Combat Commander Europe
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Mansions of Madness 2nd Edition
Cuba Libre
So Clover
Ashes Reborn
Combat Commander Europe
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Spielworxx Bulletin-Episode 1-The Great A.I. Debate
1 november 2023 |
56 min
In this first episode of a news show sponsored by Spielworxx Ben and Uli talk about A.I. in games and you can learn about all the great games available from Spielworxx.
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5G4D News-The Honey Mushroom Episode
27 oktober 2023 |
73 min
In this episode of the 5G4D News Ben speak to Elizabeth Hargrave about a myriad of things including Under Grove and Connie Vogelmann about the new Stonemaier hotness, Apiary.
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#Channel-The A.I. Debate
23 oktober 2023 |
71 min
In this episode of #channel, Ben and Steve find out what you think about A.I. art! It's spicy!
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5G4D Classics-Martin Wallace
20 oktober 2023 |
73 min
In this classic episode of 5G4D, Ben interviews the king of British game design, Martin Wallace. Enjoy.
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Justin Jacobson
16 oktober 2023 |
82 min
This week's guest is head of Restoration Games, Justin Jacobson. We talk about Florida Man, restoring games and the law...but which games did he choose?
Hollywood Gin
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Decrypto
Mr President
Pandemic Legacy
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Hollywood Gin
Dungeons and Dragons 3rd Edition
Decrypto
Mr President
Pandemic Legacy
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Essen 2023-Day 4
9 oktober 2023 |
73 min
In this episode of the podcast, Ben speaks to all of the notables from Spiel including PR director Robin De Cleur.
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Essen 2023-Day 3
8 oktober 2023 |
75 min
It's Day 3 three at Essen Spiel 2023 and Ben can't speak.
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Essen 2023-Day 2
7 oktober 2023 |
63 min
It's Essen Day 2! Ben gets gradually more exhausted.
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Essen 2023-Day 1
6 oktober 2023 |
100 min
At Essen Spiel Day 1, Ben and Steve stalk the halls and Ben talks to a load of people.
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Essen 23-Day 0
5 oktober 2023 |
104 min
All the news that's fit to print form Essen Spiel Day 0
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Carol Rapp
2 oktober 2023 |
58 min
This week's guest is the managing director of Essen Spiel, Carol Rapp. We talk about her life in gaming, running a beloved event and here hopes for the future...but which games did she choose?
Spirit Island Terraforming Mars Unlock Arc Nova Disney Lorcana
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Ben and Steve's Bumper Essen Preview
29 september 2023 |
53 min
In this episode Ben and Steve let you know what they're looking forward to at Essen Spiel.
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Be Like a Crow-Episode 5-The Rats Did It!
27 september 2023 |
28 min
In this episode Abraham is sent to investigate a grizzly murder.
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5G4D News-Ep 17
25 september 2023 |
107 min
In this episode Ben speaks to Shazz form FLGS Settlers in Hamilton about the questionable practices in FLGS franchises and Martin Wallace talking about Fighting Fantasy Adventures. All the news that's fit to print.
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5G4D Classics-Bruno Cathala
22 september 2023 |
55 min
In this calssic episode of 5G4D, Ben interviews legendary game designer, Bruno Cathala.
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Donald X. Vaccarino
18 september 2023 |
108 min
This week's guest is the designer of Dominion, Donald X. Vaccarino. We talk about designing a classic, winning awards and why so many game designers are programmers...but which games did he choose? Listen to the show here Download the show here Support the show here Magic The Gathering Dominion Heroes of Might and Magic 2 Evolution Nefarious
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Be Like A Crow-Episode 4-Meeting William Laude
11 september 2023 |
23 min
In this episode of Be Like A Crow, Abraham meets a human and learns how to speak.
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#Channel-Who's Your Favourite Designer
8 september 2023 |
64 min
In this episode of the our monthly discord based show we ask our listeners who their favourite designer is and fireworks ensue!
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Scott Rogers
4 september 2023 |
84 min
In this episode Ben talks to veteran digital games designer and designer of Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Scott Rogers. We talk about being a Disney Imagineer, the difference between digital and analogue and teaching game design...but which games did he choose?
Betrayal a House on the Hill
Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game Magic The Gathering Scrabble Imperial Assault
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Betrayal a House on the Hill
Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game Magic The Gathering Scrabble Imperial Assault
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Karthik Con Impressions
28 augusti 2023 |
43 min
In this episode of 5G4D Expeditions, Ben and Steve go to Dusseldorf to visit the secret Kingpin of Board Gaming. Karthik Setty. Enjoy.
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Battlelore
21 augusti 2023 |
38 min
In this free Battle Report, Ben and Steve play the classic, Battlelore 2nd Ed.
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Be Like a Crow-Episode 3-The Battle of the White Tower
14 augusti 2023 |
30 min
In this episode, Abraham joins his flock to take back the White Tower.
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5G4D News-The Get Ready for Essen Episode
7 augusti 2023 |
71 min
In this episode of the news Ben and Steve thank some patrons, answer your questions and Ben speaks to Robin de Cleur about the changes to this year's Essen Spiel.
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#Channel-Episode 3-Your Room 101
28 juli 2023 |
64 min
In this episode of #channel, Ben and Steve discuss the discord members pet peeves.
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Be Like a Crow-Episode 2-Malachi in the White Tower
24 juli 2023 |
23 min
In this episode, Abraham finds out about Isaiah's past and gets some advice form a seagull.
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Big, Bustin' Berlin Con and Sdj Special!!!
19 juli 2023 |
147 min
In this episode Ben and Steve brave Berlin Con and then attend the most important board game award ceremony in the world.
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Corey Thompson
17 juli 2023 |
78 min
This week's guest is Dice Tower contributor, Corey Thompson. We talk about having a famous father, grandmasters and long dinners...but which games did he choose?
Hadrian's Wall Village Frosthaven Scout Hallertau
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Hadrian's Wall Village Frosthaven Scout Hallertau
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Spiel des Jahres Special-Kaspar Lapp on Fun Facts
14 juli 2023 |
13 min
In this third spisode in my Spiel des Jahres specials Ben speaks to Kaspar Lapp about his game. Fun Facts.
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Spiel des Jahres Special-Lukas Zach and Michael Palm on Dorfromantik
13 juli 2023 |
31 min
In this second Spiel des Jahres special, Ben has a chat with Michael Palm and Lukas Zach, the designers of Dorfromantik to get the low down on the game.
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Next Station London-Matthew Dunstan
12 juli 2023 |
22 min
In this first interview with the designers of this year's Spiel des Jahres nomniees Ben talks to Matthew Dunstan about Next Station London
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Be Like A Crow-Episode1-The Man in the Tower
10 juli 2023 |
43 min
In this first actual play episode of Be Like a Crow, Abraham meets the man in the tower.
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The Rage Con Spectacular
5 juli 2023 |
57 min
In this episode, Ben fights through the jet lag to get you all the action from Rage Con.
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Brian Train
3 juli 2023 |
108 min
This week's guest is the fames war game designer, Brian Train. We talk about public service, writing about games and historicity...but which games did he choose?
Go Guerrilla Checkers Minuteman:The Second American Revolution A Distant Plain Cityfight
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Go Guerrilla Checkers Minuteman:The Second American Revolution A Distant Plain Cityfight
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Rage Con-Day 2
28 juni 2023 |
21 min
In this episode Ben makes it across the Atlantic and sees some very American things.
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Rage Con-Day 1
26 juni 2023 |
17 min
Ben treks across Germany on the first day of his trip to Rage Con. Will the bloody trains work? Listen to find out.
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Episode 0-Let's Meet Abraham
26 juni 2023 |
28 min
In this episode 0 of Be Like a Crow, Ben creates his fledging Raven, Abraham.
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#Channel Episode 2-Is Kickstarter Ruining Gaming
23 juni 2023 |
58 min
In this episode Ben and Steve discuss your views on this month's question. You can join the discord here
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Caezar Al-Jazzar
19 juni 2023 |
68 min
This week's guest is owner of Alley Cat Games, Caezar Al-Jassar. We talk about being Iraqi, a life in science and indie publishing...but which games did he choose?
Battle Line Draftosaurus Castles of Burgundy Isle of Skye 7 Wonders Duel
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Battle Line Draftosaurus Castles of Burgundy Isle of Skye 7 Wonders Duel
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5G4D NewsFlash-Upper Deck-Ravensburger
16 juni 2023 |
44 min
Ben Interviews lawyer, Colin David Hunter to discuss the recent Upper Deck, Ravenburger law suit.
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The Wretched-Episode 9-Interview with designer Chris Bissette
12 juni 2023 |
25 min
In this final episode of The Wretched, Ben talks to the designer of the game Chris Bissette. They talk about the game's origin, the impact it has had on the world of solo RPGs and we also get into a chat on OSR.
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Thunder Road[SAMPLE]
7 juni 2023 |
16 min
In this Battle Report sample, Ben and Steve tackle the remake of the classic, Thunder Road. You canlisten to the whole episode by pledging at https://www.patreon.com/5g4d
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Andy Looney
5 juni 2023 |
71 min
This week's guest is the designer of Fluxx, Andy Looney. We talk about working at NASA, designing a classic and the legalisation of pot...but which games did he choose?
Fluxx Pyramid Arcade Dustworld Poker Parsley
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Fluxx Pyramid Arcade Dustworld Poker Parsley
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5G4D News-The Votes for Museums Episode
29 maj 2023 |
114 min
In this episode of the news Ben and Steve discuss Shakespeare and lols and Ben interviews Tory Brown about Votes for Women and Tony Boydell about the Museum of Board Games.
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Mario Party[SAMPLE]
24 maj 2023 |
19 min
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The Wretched-Episode 8-The End Complete
22 maj 2023 |
38 min
Ben, the ship's doctor, confronts the creature and Ben, the host, confronts a creature of his own.
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5G4D Classic Reviews-Dungeons and Dragons
19 maj 2023 |
11 min
In this classic episode Ben looks at the first RPG.
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Richard Launius
15 maj 2023 |
52 min
This week's guest is the designer of Arkham Horror, Richard Launius. We talk about designing baseball jerseys, pioneering co-op games and the south...but which games did he choose?
Arkham Horror 2nd Ed.
Thunder Rolls
Maximum Apocalypse
Defenders of the Realm
Hour of Need
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Arkham Horror 2nd Ed.
Thunder Rolls
Maximum Apocalypse
Defenders of the Realm
Hour of Need
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#Channel-Episode One-Is There A Board Game Community
12 maj 2023 |
49 min
In this inaugural episode of our new discord based show, we ask you if there’s a board game community, and you answered!
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Darwin's Journey[SAMPLE]
10 maj 2023 |
19 min
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The Wretched-Episode 7-A New Home
8 maj 2023 |
26 min
In this episode of The Wretched, Ben the ship's doctor, finds a new home after a narrow escape.
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5G4D Classics-Elizabeth Hargrave
5 maj 2023 |
80 min
In this classic episode Ben speaks to the designer of Wingspan, Elizabeth Hargrave.
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Daryl Andrews
1 maj 2023 |
62 min
This week's guest is designer of Sagrada, Titanic and The Dark Knight Returns, Daryl Andrews. We talk about being a prison guard, designing IPs and working in partnerships...but which games did he choose?
Scotland Yard
El Grande
Carcassonne
Liar's Dice
Cribbage
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Scotland Yard
El Grande
Carcassonne
Liar's Dice
Cribbage
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5G4D News-The Daybreak over Santorini Episode
27 april 2023 |
88 min
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In this episode Ben and Steve thank new patrons and talk about the health of the patreon and remind you beautiful people to vote for 5G4D for a Golden Geek. Then we speak to Matt Leacock about Daybreak and Gord! about Santorini. Then we answer your questions.
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In this episode Ben and Steve thank new patrons and talk about the health of the patreon and remind you beautiful people to vote for 5G4D for a Golden Geek. Then we speak to Matt Leacock about Daybreak and Gord! about Santorini. Then we answer your questions.
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Votes for Women[SAMPLE]
26 april 2023 |
21 min
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The Wretched-Episode 6-Time for a Walk
24 april 2023 |
22 min
In this episode of The Wretched, the podcast gets a new host and Ben, the ship's doctor, goes for a walk.
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5G4D Classics-Cole Wherle
21 april 2023 |
71 min
In this classic episode I talk to the designer of Root and Pax Pamir, Cole Wherle
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Jens-Peter Schliemann
17 april 2023 |
72 min
This week's guest is the winner of the Kinderspiel des Jahres, Jens-Peter Schliemann. We talk about a divided Germany, designing games for children and The Game Inventors Studdio...but which games did he choose?
Magician's Night
Chateau Roquefort
Talo
Magic Mountain
Piazza Rabazza
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Magician's Night
Chateau Roquefort
Talo
Magic Mountain
Piazza Rabazza
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Golden Geek Blag
12 april 2023 |
4 min
Steve talks about why 5G4D should win a Golden Geek. Vote here: https://boardgamegeek.com/geekawards/boardgame
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The Wretched-Episode 5-The Truth Emerges
10 april 2023 |
23 min
In this episode of The Wretched ship's doctor, Ben, reveals how the crew really met their end.
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Klaus Teuber Tribute-An Interview with Pete Fenlon
7 april 2023 |
46 min
In this special episode I talk to the CEO of Catan Studio, Pete Fenlon about his friend Klaus Teuber the creator of CATAN who passed this week. We talk about Klaus as a man and the impact of CATAN on the world of gaming and the world beyond gaming. RIP Klaus.
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Jay Cormier
3 april 2023 |
59 min
This week's guest is designer of Belfort, Mind MGMT and Akrotiri, Jay Cormier. We talk about adapting comic books into games, teaching game design and working in a partnership...but which games did he choose?
Times Up
Dominion
El Grande
Codenames
Mind MGMT
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Times Up
Dominion
El Grande
Codenames
Mind MGMT
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5G4D News-The Celtic
29 mars 2023 |
47 min
In this news episode we speak to famed board game designer Isaac Shalev about Tir Na Nog and Chris Kirkman on Milkman. Including thanks to patrons and answers to your questions.
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Leiria Con Day 2
27 mars 2023 |
47 min
In our second episode live form Leiria Con Ben and Steve talk about the games they've and Michael Schacht and a host of others pop in.
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Leiria Con Day 1
25 mars 2023 |
60 min
We let you in on the best convention in the world.
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Leo Colovini
20 mars 2023 |
48 min
This week's guest is prolific game designer, Leo Colovini. We talk about living in Venice, the influence of Alex Randolf and the Italian gaming scene...but which games did he choose?
Twixt
Chess
Acquire
Two Decks of Cards
Leo muss zum Friseu
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Twixt
Chess
Acquire
Two Decks of Cards
Leo muss zum Friseu
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Yspahan
17 mars 2023 |
64 min
In this free Battle Report, Ben and Steve play Yspahan and talk about games.
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The Wretched-Episode 4-A Little Housekeeping
13 mars 2023 |
26 min
In this episode of The Wretched, Ben the ship's doctor finds new hope and we have two new hosts in the booth. Brought to you by Lynx body spray, the only body spray made from real Lynxes.
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5G4D Classics-Ian Livingstone
10 mars 2023 |
63 min
In this classic episode, Ben speaks to the founder of Games Workshop, Ian Livingstone.
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Dan Cassar
6 mars 2023 |
85 min
This week's guest is the designer of Arboretum, Dan Cassar. We talk about his family's flight from Malta, mean card games, and the interface between digital and analogue games...but which games did he choose?
7 Wonders
Marvel Super Heroes
Mottainai
X-Com
For Sale
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7 Wonders
Marvel Super Heroes
Mottainai
X-Com
For Sale
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The Wretched-Episode 3-Discoveries and Regrets
27 februari 2023 |
24 min
In this episode of the wretched Ben, the ships doctor reveals some regrets. Also Cthulhu pops in again for a chat.
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The Horseless Courtney Episode
24 februari 2023 |
67 min
In this episode of the news, Ben talks to Uli Blenemann and Ryan Courtney about the Ryan Courtney Collection and the guys from Splotter Spellen about Horseless Carriage. With top thanks for the patreon backers.
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Jason Matthews
20 februari 2023 |
77 min
This week's guest is the designer of Twilight Struggle, Jason Matthews. We talk about historical games, human trafficking and working in politics...but which games did he choose?
We The People
El Grande
Star Wars: Rebellion
Hammer of the Scots
Paths of Glory
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We The People
El Grande
Star Wars: Rebellion
Hammer of the Scots
Paths of Glory
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5G4D Classics-Rick Priestley
16 februari 2023 |
90 min
In this classic episode, Ben talks to the designer of Warhammer 40k, Rick Priestly.
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Battle Report-LOTR Confrontation[SAMPLE]
15 februari 2023 |
14 min
In this sample of our patreon show, Battle Report, we discuss Lord of the Rings:The Confrontation
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The Wretched-Episode 2-A Conscious Hate
13 februari 2023 |
28 min
In this episode, Ben, the ship's doctor comes face to face with the creature.
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Thoughts From The Cabin-Five Year Anniversary
8 februari 2023 |
71 min
In this special Thoughts From The Cabin, Ben goes over five years of 5G4D. There are some of the best moments from it's run and some thanks from friends. Enjoy and here's to another five!
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Stan Kordonskiy
6 februari 2023 |
94 min
This week's guest is the designer of Resurgence and Endless Winter, Stan Kordonskiy. We talk about growing up in the Soviet Union, being a nurse and the Ukraine war...but which games did he choose?
Terraforming Mars
Cat in the Box
Dune Imperium
Lock Up
Rurik:Dawn of Kiev
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Terraforming Mars
Cat in the Box
Dune Imperium
Lock Up
Rurik:Dawn of Kiev
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5G4D News!!!-The Goblin Buonocore Episode
30 januari 2023 |
67 min
In this episode of the news we learn about Goblin Vaults for Thunderworks Games, a new secret project from Stephen Buonocore and a whole raft of 5G4D goals. The hottest news you've ever consumed!
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The Wretched-Episode 1-The Way Things Are Now
23 januari 2023 |
30 min
In this episode, Ben, the ship's doctor gives a full appraisal of the situation...it's not looking good.
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Chris Yi
16 januari 2023 |
78 min
This week's guest is one of the core members of The Dice Tower, Chris Yi. We talk about faith, his role in the hobby and heavy metal music...but which games did he choose?
Dominion
Las Vegas
Royal Broom
Service
A Feast for Odin
The Crew
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Dominion
Las Vegas
Royal Broom
Service
A Feast for Odin
The Crew
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5G4D Classics-Tom Vasel
13 januari 2023 |
62 min
In this classic episode Ben speaks to the CEO and founder of The Dice Tower, Tom Vasel.
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Ben and Steve's Resolutions Extravaganza
11 januari 2023 |
56 min
Welcome to a world of broken promises in this Resolutions Extravaganza! Will they do it? Will they fail terribly? Who knows but you will get to hear some god-awful puns.
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The Wretched-Episode 0-The Monster and Me
9 januari 2023 |
31 min
In this session zero for the journaling RPG The Wretched we meet the ship's doctor and discover the fate of the crew. Also Ben get nominated for an Oscar!
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TC Petty III
2 januari 2023 |
104 min
This week's guest is the designer of Spires, Xenon Profiteer and My Father's Work, TC Petty III. We talk about being a croupier, complexity in games and creating an epic work...but which games did he choose?
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Great Western Trail
Sylvion
Zendo
Yinsh
Terra Mystica
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Great Western Trail
Sylvion
Zendo
Yinsh
Terra Mystica
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News!!!-The Resolutions Resolution Episode
30 december 2022 |
56 min
In this month's news I pull Steve out of his sick bed to review our resolutions and how successful we were. We answer your questions and thank a raft of new patrons.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calender-Dec 25-All of You
25 december 2022 |
24 min
I give Steve a great big thanks and also you lovely lot. Merry Christmas!
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calender-Dec 24-Through the Ages
24 december 2022 |
21 min
There is not a better game.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calender-Dec 23-Telestrations
23 december 2022 |
13 min
Why are games so fun? Telestrations, that's why!
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calender-Dec 22-Stephenson's Rocket
22 december 2022 |
18 min
Ben and Steve explain why meanness is wonderful when they talk about Stephenson's Rocket
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calender-Dec 21-Junta
21 december 2022 |
21 min
Ben and Steve travel to South America to take part in a Junta.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 20-Njet
20 december 2022 |
13 min
Be on my team in this wonderful trick taker.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 19-Bus
19 december 2022 |
12 min
City planning was never this brutal.
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Dan Jolin
19 december 2022 |
115 min
My guest this week is film critic and board game writer, Dan Jolin. We talk about nostalgia for fantasy, the role of the critic and how charming George Clooney is...but which games did he choose?
Gloomhaven
Gloom of Kilforth
Oath
Scythe
Agricola
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Gloomhaven
Gloom of Kilforth
Oath
Scythe
Agricola
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 18-Skull
18 december 2022 |
14 min
Sit round the table and listen to us bluff you.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 17-Antiquity
17 december 2022 |
17 min
Ben and Steve discuss this grave game.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 16-Trajan
16 december 2022 |
14 min
Ben and Steve discuss this overarching game.
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5G4D Expeditions-Gathering of Chums 2022
16 december 2022 |
34 min
In this expedition, Ben heads off to Tony Boydell's Gathering of Chums and tells you what he thinks.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 15-Concordia
15 december 2022 |
10 min
This is one of the best ones.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 14-Resistance Avalon
14 december 2022 |
13 min
Steve questions Ben is a traitor as they discuss Resistance Avalon
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 13-Trade on the Tigris
13 december 2022 |
11 min
Ben and Steve go down to the rivers of Babylon and do some trading.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 12-Descent Second Ed.
12 december 2022 |
14 min
Ben and Steve crawl through the dungeons of Descent 2nd Ed.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 11-Pixie Queen
11 december 2022 |
21 min
In this episode of the advent calendar, Ben and Steve talk about Pixie Queen as well as Edmund Spenser!
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 10th-Love Letter
10 december 2022 |
15 min
In this episode the boys tackle the daddy of micro games.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 9th-Robo Rally
9 december 2022 |
14 min
Behind today's door is a classic from a master.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 8th-Blood Bowl Team Manager
8 december 2022 |
13 min
In this episode the boys talk about Ben's first favourite game.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 7th-Tigris and Euphrates
7 december 2022 |
15 min
The first Knizia in our list. It won't be the last.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 6th-City of Horror
6 december 2022 |
11 min
This is the most Christmassy of all games. CITY OF HORROR
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 5th-Condottiere
5 december 2022 |
11 min
Ben doesn't know the difference between Italian and Spanish in this door of the Calendar
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Alex Radcliffe
5 december 2022 |
77 min
This week's guest is head of BoardgameCo, Alex Radcliffe. We talk about selling games, Orthodox Judaism and forming a community...but which games did he choose?
Terraforming Mars
Inis
Too Many Bones
Vindication
Cascadia
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Terraforming Mars
Inis
Too Many Bones
Vindication
Cascadia
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 4th-Last Will
4 december 2022 |
10 min
We give away all of our passion for the game Last Will
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 3rd-Iron Dragon
3 december 2022 |
13 min
Ben and Steve explore fantasy trains in the classic crayon rail game.
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Ben and Steve's Advent Calendar-Dec 2-Pandemic
2 december 2022 |
18 min
On this glorious December 2nd Ben and Steve talk about Ben's formative game, Pandemic.
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Ben and Steve's Board Game Advent Calendar-Dec 1st-History of the World
1 december 2022 |
13 min
Ben and Steve talk about one of Steve's formative games, History of the World.
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News!!!-The Unconcious Mind Episode
30 november 2022 |
60 min
In this episode Ben chats to Jonny Pac about the Unconscious Mind success, Tony Boydell about Gathering of Chums and Steve about a load of random BS. Enjoy!
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I Guess This Is It
28 november 2022 |
62 min
In this special actual play episode Ben invites singer and artist, Samantha Britt as they say goodbye in the RPG by Button Shy, I Guess This Is It.
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5G4D Expeditions-Essen Spiel 2022
25 november 2022 |
29 min
In this essay Ben talks about his experience at this year's Spiel.
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Keith Matejka
21 november 2022 |
79 min
This week's guest is the head of Thunderworks Games and designer of Roll Player, Keith Matejka. We talk about digital game unionisation, Wisconsin and fantasy...but which games did he choose?
Descent
War of the Ring
Brass Birmingham
Last Night on Earth
A Deck of Cards
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Descent
War of the Ring
Brass Birmingham
Last Night on Earth
A Deck of Cards
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5G4D Classic Reviews-Kacka Alarm
18 november 2022 |
7 min
In this classic review, Ben rails against the drawer after drawer after drawer of useless tat that clogs up the oceans and is driving us of a cliff.
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Colostle-Episode 9-Interview with designer Nich Angell
14 november 2022 |
37 min
In this final episode we speak to designer of Colostle, Nich Angell to talk about the development of the game.
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5G4D Classics-Craig Sliverstein
11 november 2022 |
67 min
This month's classic episode is the first person to ever be hired by Google, Craig Silverstein. We talk about his love of games but also Google's impact on the world. Enjoy!
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The Return of the King[SAMPLE]
9 november 2022 |
14 min
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Sen-Foong Lim
7 november 2022 |
108 min
This week's guest is designer of Belfort, Akrotiri and MIND MGMT, See-Foong Lim. We talk about Brazilian Jujitsu, the medical profession and mentoring aspiring designers...but which games did he choose?
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The Great Split
4 november 2022 |
4 min
Ben sits down and gives you his view of The Great Split
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The Great Split[SAMPLE]
2 november 2022 |
8 min
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5G4D News with Ben and Steve
31 oktober 2022 |
81 min
In this episode of the news, Ben and Steve welcome a new member to the compound and Ben speaks to Dan Hughes about the new CoraQuest expansion, George Jaros about his charity auction and Christian Kudahl about Mind Bug and his experiences at Essen. Get on it!
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Colostle- Episode 9-A Final Farewell
24 oktober 2022 |
31 min
In this final chapter of Colostle, Jayne finds that he has to say goodbye to the most important person in his life and realises the value of memory.
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Chris Kirkman
17 oktober 2022 |
83 min
This week's guest is owner and president of Dice Hate Me Games, Chris Kirkman. We talk about working in newspapers, the challenges of running an independent company and ending relationships...but which games did he choose?
Alien Frontiers
Car Wars
New Bedford
Fleet Dice
Arkham Horror
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Alien Frontiers
Car Wars
New Bedford
Fleet Dice
Arkham Horror
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5G4D Classics-Reiner Knizia
14 oktober 2022 |
61 min
In this classic episode we learn all you need to know about the legend that is, Reiner Knizia.
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Essen Day 4
10 oktober 2022 |
70 min
On the last day of Essen '22 Ben and Steve find out what really Uli really thinks of the job Steve's done.
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Essen Day 3
9 oktober 2022 |
72 min
The big Saturday and Ben speaks to the head honcho!
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Essen Day 2
8 oktober 2022 |
75 min
As the fatigue sets in Ben and Steve brave the halls once more and bump into a whole raft of characters from the board game world.
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Essen 22 Day 1
7 oktober 2022 |
87 min
Ben and Steve embark on the first day of the con and speak to a load of people.
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Essen 22 Day 0
6 oktober 2022 |
105 min
Ben and Steve descend on the west German town of Essen to experience Spiel 2022. Featuring the great and good.
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Klaus Jurgen Wrede
3 oktober 2022 |
57 min
This weeks guest is the designer of Carcassonne, Klaus-Jürgen Wrede. We talk about faith, teaching and millions of people playing your game...but which games did he choose?
Blood Bowl
Tawantinsuyu
Maracaibo
Ultimate Railroads
Blanco Game
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Blood Bowl
Tawantinsuyu
Maracaibo
Ultimate Railroads
Blanco Game
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5G4D News- Episode 6-All the news that's fit to print!
26 september 2022 |
58 min
In this episode Ben and Steve welcome a new member to the compound and answer some burning questions. Then we talk to renowned artist Jacqui Davis about her new book Sul, Helaina Cappel about a new version of Endeavor and Keith Matejka about Dawn of Ulos. Get on it!
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Essen Anticipated Games Spectacular
23 september 2022 |
74 min
Ben and Steve get together and discuss their five most anticipated games for Essen Spiel 2022! Also a load of honourable mentions and a truck load of digressions.
Steve's Choices
Honourable Mentions
Revive
Joan of Arc: Orleans Draw and Write
Village Rails
Number 5
Woodcraft
Number 4
Discordia
Number 3
Skymines
Number 2
Crossing Oceans
Number 1
Turing Machine
Ben's Choices
Honourable Mentions
Swindler
St. Patrick
Planet B
Number 5
London Necropolis Railway
Number 4
Heaven Here I come!
Number 3
Aleph Null
Number 2
Atiwa
Number 1
War of the Ring: The Card Game
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Steve's Choices
Honourable Mentions
Revive
Joan of Arc: Orleans Draw and Write
Village Rails
Number 5
Woodcraft
Number 4
Discordia
Number 3
Skymines
Number 2
Crossing Oceans
Number 1
Turing Machine
Ben's Choices
Honourable Mentions
Swindler
St. Patrick
Planet B
Number 5
London Necropolis Railway
Number 4
Heaven Here I come!
Number 3
Aleph Null
Number 2
Atiwa
Number 1
War of the Ring: The Card Game
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Matt Kindt
19 september 2022 |
104 min
This week's guest is New York Times bestselling author, Matt Kindt. We talk about being bad, working with Keanu Reeves and why comics are great...but which games did he choose?
Scythe
Modern Art
Mexica
Hive
Ortus Regni
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Scythe
Modern Art
Mexica
Hive
Ortus Regni
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Colostle-Chapter 7-A Parting Undone
12 september 2022 |
23 min
In this episode of Colostle, Jayne escaped the blasted plain and finds something that will change his life forever.
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5G4D Classic Reviews-The Grizzled
9 september 2022 |
10 min
Ben rereleases one of his musings on great games. This time it's The Grizzled.
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Ryan Courtney
5 september 2022 |
67 min
This week's guest is the designer of pipeline, Ryan Courtney. We talk about athletics, winning design competitions and living in the big city...but which games did he choose?
Letter Jam
So Clover
Madeira
Arkwright
Trailblazers
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Letter Jam
So Clover
Madeira
Arkwright
Trailblazers
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5G4D Classics-Mark Herman
2 september 2022 |
74 min
In this classic episode of 5G4D I interview a bona fide living legend, Mark Herman. He talks about war game design and being Edward Snowden's boss. Enjoy!
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Trajan[SAMPLE]
30 augusti 2022 |
18 min
Ben and Steve travel through the Pax Romana and get confused by bowls. Listen to the full episode at patreon.com/5g4d
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News-The President of GAMA Episode
26 augusti 2022 |
90 min
In this episode we have an interview with the new president of The Games Manufacturers Association, Frank West. We speak to Tim Kulynych of Sir Meeple, thank the new patrons and answer your questions. This is the tippy top of NEWS!
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Battle Report!!-Carnegie[SAMPLE]
24 augusti 2022 |
12 min
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Colostle-Chapter Six-Breaking the Machine
22 augusti 2022 |
33 min
In this episode, Jayne and Ronald meet a stranger who feeds them but are his intentions pure?
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Thoughts on Writing
19 augusti 2022 |
13 min
You should be writing, here's why.
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My Father's Work
15 augusti 2022 |
56 min
Ben and Steve sit down and make some bodies move when they play My Father's Work.
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Caesar
12 augusti 2022 |
45 min
SPOILER ALERT-In this free episode of the Battle Report, Steve destroys Ben and it descends into a chat about losing in games! Get on it!
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Colostle-Chapter Five-A Stairway to the Clouds
8 augusti 2022 |
36 min
In this episode, Jayne manages to escape with the relic but at the expanse of some cracked ribs and escapes up a huge staircase to the clouds.
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Voices From the Solitude-Nick Smith
5 augusti 2022 |
33 min
In this episode of Voices from the Solitude we get an update from the owner of board game cafe, The Ludoquist. We discuss life after lockdown and the health of the industry.
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Thoughts on Components
1 augusti 2022 |
10 min
In the return of an old series, Ben talks about the physical expansion of games.
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5G4D News Episode 4
29 juli 2022 |
64 min
In this episode of the 5G4D News Ben and Steve talk a load of old tosh but we have an exclusive interview with Martin Wallace on his new game and his new company! Support the show here
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Squaring Circleville[SAMPLE]
27 juli 2022 |
13 min
Ben and Steve get their plumb bobs out and indulge in some town planning. Listen to the full show here
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Colostle-Chapter Four-Fleeing the Desert
25 juli 2022 |
39 min
In this episode Jayne finds his strength in the desert and gets some more information about his unique rookling friend. Support the show here
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Jerry Hawthorne
18 juli 2022 |
58 min
Colostle-Chapter 3-The Mayor's Mansion
11 juli 2022 |
39 min
C. Thi Nguyen
4 juli 2022 |
96 min
This week's guest is philospher and gamer C.Thi Nguyen. We talk about food, criticism and the purpose of philosophy...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Modern Art Root The Quiet Year Apocalypse World Imperial
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Battle Report-The Bloody Inn[SAMPLE]
29 juni 2022 |
7 min
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Colostle-Chapter 2-The Alchemist's News
27 juni 2022 |
40 min
5G4D News Episode 3
24 juni 2022 |
39 min
In this episode of the news, Steve and Ben welcome some people to the compound, shill some shirts and answer your questions. All this from the best news network around. Support the show here Support our sponsor here
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Brett Gilbert
20 juni 2022 |
85 min
This week's guest is designer of Divinare and Mandala, Brett Gilbert. We discuss attending Oxbridge, winning a game contest and working with partners...but which game did he choose? Support the show here All Change Super Cluedo Challenge Carcassonne Just One Mandala
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Colostle-Chapter One-Honest John's Camp
13 juni 2022 |
47 min
An der Havel
10 juni 2022 |
23 min
Ben and Steve get out of the city. Listen to the whole show at https://www.patreon.com/5g4d
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Corey Konieszka
6 juni 2022 |
67 min
This week's guest is Fantasy Flight Games veteran and designer of Battlestar Galactica, Corey Konieszka. We discuss working at FFG, dealing with beloved franchises and being your own boss...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Dungeons and Dragons Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition Magic: The Gathering Crokinole Poker
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Ex Libris[SAMPLE]
5 juni 2022 |
15 min
Ben and Steve tackle this forgotten gem. You can hear the full episode by going here
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5G4D News!-Episode 2
25 maj 2022 |
77 min
The Colostle-Episode One
23 maj 2022 |
43 min
In his new solo RPG series Ben explores The Colostle. A huge castle containing the whole world! Find The Colostle at: https://www.colostle.com/
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Broom Service[SAMPLE]
22 maj 2022 |
12 min
Steve and Ben tackle the classic KSdJ winner, Broom Service. Hear the whole show here.
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David Thompson
15 maj 2022 |
103 min
This week's guest is designer of Undaunted and War Chest, David Thompson. We talk about growing up in the south, being in the air force and verisimilitude in games...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Dungeons and Dragons 13 Days El Grande 1754: Conquest – The French and Indian War War Chest
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Long Haul 1983-Episode 10-Sean Patrick Cain
9 maj 2022 |
57 min
In this episode I talk to the designer of Long Haul 1983, Sean Patrick Cain. We discuss everything from gaming to land rights and back to gaming again. Enjoy.
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Paris[SAMPLE]
4 maj 2022 |
21 min
Ben and Steve walk through the streets of Paris. Listen to the full show here
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James Hewitt
2 maj 2022 |
86 min
My guest this week is ex Games Workshop designer, James Hewitt. We talk working in the world's biggest game company, starting your own business and ADHD...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Stronghold Frosthaven Under Falling Skies Doppelt so Clever Galaxy Trucker
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5G4D News Episode 1
27 april 2022 |
48 min
On this first episode of the 5G4D news, Ben and Steve discuss new patreon backers, the Golden Geeks, a gorgeous new t-shirt and Ben's upcoming appearance on The Dice Tower. Get informed! Support the show here
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Long Haul 1983-Episode 9-To The Sea
25 april 2022 |
32 min
Alan loses his truck and a whole lot more besides. Support the show here
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Steve Kimball
18 april 2022 |
110 min
My guest this week is Minister without Portfolio at Asmodee North America, Steve Kimball. We talk about growing up in the LDS Church, working for Asmodee and squeamish themes…but which games did he choose? Support the show here Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation The Crew Ironsworn Pandemic Legacy: Season 0 Marvel United
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Long Haul 1983-Episode 8-It Seemed Out of the Battle I Escaped.mp3
11 april 2022 |
33 min
Massive Leiria Con Interview Show
8 april 2022 |
122 min
Listen to Ben get progressively more tired and emotional as he interviews the great and good at this year's Leiria Con.
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Beth Erikson
4 april 2022 |
57 min
My guest this week is the marketing manager for Pegasus Spiele US, Beth Erikson. We talk about the world of books, how it differs to games and Doctor Who...but which games did she choose? Support the show here The Mind Just One Parks Cascadia A Game of Thrones
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Massive Pre-Leiria Con Travel Diary
1 april 2022 |
86 min
Ben and Steve head out to Lisbon to see what the city has to offer before making their way across Portugal in this epic pre-Leiria Con journey. Join them and see how not to do it! This episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20 % off and free shipping by going to MANSCAPED.COM/DOOMSDAY.
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Long Haul 1983-Episode 7-A Flood of Recollection
28 mars 2022 |
36 min
Alan recalls the past and makes a decision about the future. Support the show here
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The King's Dilemma-Episode Four
25 mars 2022 |
21 min
Curt Covert
20 mars 2022 |
64 min
In this week's episode I talk to the head of Smirk and Dagger, Curt Covert. We talk about playing Axis and Allies in Hollywood, take that and why deckbuilders are great...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Clank The Quacks of Quedlinburg Chess Red7 SHOBU
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Long Haul 1983-Episode 6-Transformation
14 mars 2022 |
25 min
In this episode of Long Haul 1983, Alan gets some sleep and sees his future on sharp focus. Support the show here
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Monte Cook
7 mars 2022 |
75 min
This week's guest is RPG legend, Monte Cook. We talk about his time in TSR, designing D&D and being your own boss...but which games did he choose? Support the show here A Deck of Cards Chess Dungeons and Dragons The Cypher System Invisible Sun
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Kemet[SAMPLE]
5 mars 2022 |
16 min
Ben and Steve get sand in their flip-flops when they tackle the classic comabat game, Kemet. Listen to the full show and hundreds of hours of bonus content by supporting the show
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A Few Thoughts on Ukraine
1 mars 2022 |
7 min
I had some thoughts on the current situation.
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Episode 5-New Friends
28 februari 2022 |
34 min
Alan is forced to stop and realises he's not alone... Support the show here
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Patreon Thanks Ep2
23 februari 2022 |
33 min
Ben got the Covid! We have a chat about that then thank some new patrons. Support the show here
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Julie Ahern
21 februari 2022 |
79 min
This week's guest is the COO of Greenbrier Games, Julie Ahern. We talk about her life in the theatre, working for a shock jock and running a games company...but which games did she choose? Support the show here
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Heaven and Ale[SAMPLE]
19 februari 2022 |
15 min
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The King's Dilemma Episode Three
18 februari 2022 |
25 min
Sir Ben and Viscount Steve decide what will happem with this plagued nation.
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Long Haul 1983-The Fires on the Hillside
14 februari 2022 |
32 min
In this episode, Alan Yarrington finds his twin, dreams about his guitar and loses sleep but what are those fires on the hillside? Support the show here
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Essen Takeover with Dominique Metzler
11 februari 2022 |
19 min
I sit down with the head of Essen Spiel, Dominique Metzler to talk about the recent aquisition of the fair by the Spielwarenmesse in Nuremberg. Support the show here
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The Four Year Anniversary Show
9 februari 2022 |
32 min
Shem Phillips
7 februari 2022 |
53 min
This week’s guest is the author of the North Sea and West Kingdom series, Shem Phillips. We talk about life in New Zealand, starting a series and the importance of Kickstarter…but which games did he choose? Support the show here Pandemic It’s a Wonderful World Lisboa Mechs vs Minions Citadels
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Battle Report-Boonlake[SAMPLE]
5 februari 2022 |
16 min
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A Dump Truck of Patreon Thank-Yous
31 januari 2022 |
27 min
On the fifth Monday of the month we're giving props to those who make the show happen. You can be a part of that by going to the 5G4D Patreon
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Voices from the Solitude-Coraquest Finale
26 januari 2022 |
38 min
A String of Little Days
24 januari 2022 |
25 min
Alan continues his journey back home and, thankfully, it's a calmer day but the threat is ever present and his nerves are beginning to fray. Support the the show here
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Antike DuellumSAMPLE
22 januari 2022 |
18 min
Who will win the Peloponnese? Listen to the full episode at: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d
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The King's Dilemma-Episode Two
21 januari 2022 |
29 min
Ben and Steve banquet and plot!
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Flavian Loisier
17 januari 2022 |
58 min
This week’s guest is the head of Hachette Board Games UK, Flavien Loisier. We talk about growing up in France, the differences between French and British culture and starting a board game company…but which games did he choose? Support the show here A Pack of Cards Mythic Battles: Pantheon Food Chain Magnate Iki Dominion
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5G4D Emergency Broadcast- The Big Shill
12 januari 2022 |
29 min
Long Haul 1983-Episode 2-The Shouting World
10 januari 2022 |
33 min
In this second session of my playthrough of Long Haul 1983, Alan Yarrington comes face to face with...something. Support the show here
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The Two Towers[SAMPLE]
8 januari 2022 |
11 min
Ben and Steve sneak into the black lands of Mordor once again. You can listen to the full show at: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d
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The King's Dilemma-Episode One
7 januari 2022 |
34 min
In this series of sponsored battle reports, Steve and Ben play through The King's Dilemma from Horrible Guild and give you a seat at the table. In this episode the story begins. Support the show here
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Christopher Egget
3 januari 2022 |
86 min
This week's guest is the editor of Tabletop Gaming UK, Christopher Egget. We talk about literature, editing the UK's premier gaming magazine and being my boss... but which games did he choose? Support the show here Carcassonne Oh My Goods! Dungeon Degenerates Oath Mork Borg
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The 5G4D Resolutions
31 december 2021 |
69 min
In this special New Year's episode Ben and Steve discuss what their gaming resolutions are for 2022. #moarsteveinthefeed Support the show here
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Long Haul 1983-Episode One-The Journey Begins
27 december 2021 |
39 min
In this first actual play episode, Alan Yarrington sets off on his journey back home after a few too many the night before. Darren's Mum played by Mary Kelly Support the show here
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The Thousand Year Old Vampire-Season's Creepings
25 december 2021 |
33 min
Martin Dufour is back and visiting Christmas through the ages. Get yourself a mulled wine, sit back and hope you don't get bit. Support the show here
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Stephen Conway
20 december 2021 |
71 min
This week's guest is host and founder of The Spiel, Stephen Conway. We talk about screen writing, running a legendary podcast and games as a catalyst for community...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Cribbage Concept Tumblin Dice Bruges Ghost Stories
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Messina 1347 SAMPLE
18 december 2021 |
16 min
Ben and Steve kill the plague.
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Long Haul 1983-Episode 0-Where am I?
13 december 2021 |
37 min
Patrick Cain. In this episode Ben creates his character and talks about the game. Support 5G4D here Buy Long Haul 1983 here
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Isaac Vega
6 december 2021 |
87 min
This week’s guest is designer of Ashes and City of Remnants, Isaac Vega. We talk about growing up in the country, activism and starting a company but…which games did he choose? Support the show here Twilight Imperium Numenera Wingspan Imperial Settlers Fiasco
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Pacific Rails IncSample
4 december 2021 |
15 min
Ben and Steve play some trains. Hear the full episode at: 5G4D Patreon
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Interview with designer Tim Hutchings
29 november 2021 |
31 min
After the sad demise of Martin Dufort, Ben sits down with the designer of the game, Tim Hutchings to find out how he came up with something so brilliant.
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Keith Law
22 november 2021 |
83 min
This week's guest is baseball correspondent for The Athletic and board game reviewer for Paste Magazine, Keith Law. We talk about America's pastime, writing on board games, and new media...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Carcassonne 7 Wonders Wingspan Grand Austria Hotel Everdell
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Episode 10-Death Comes Ripping
15 november 2021 |
34 min
After his greatest act of compassion, Martin succumbs to the inevitable. Support the show at: 5G4D Patreon
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Oltree[SAMPLE]
14 november 2021 |
14 min
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Jon Purkis
8 november 2021 |
79 min
This week's guest is the host of YouTube channel Actualol, Jon Purkis. We talk about his career in TV, the demands of being a full time YouTuber and what it's like to be a DJ...but which games did he choose? Support the show here A Game of Thrones (Second Edition) Las Vegas Codenames The Mind Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective
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War Chest-A 5G4D Review
5 november 2021 |
8 min
Ben extolls the virtues of this wonderful abstract game.
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Episode 9-After the Darkness,The Light!
31 oktober 2021 |
39 min
Martin, the vampire, finds a refuge and loses it in the space of thirty minutes.
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Dan Thurot
18 oktober 2021 |
82 min
My guest this week is the man behind the reviewing juggernaut that is Space Biff, Dan Thurot. We talk about Mormonism, volunteering and board games as art...but which games did he choose? A Study in Emerald Oath Space Alert Omen: A Reign of War Fire in the Lake
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Essen '21-Day Five
17 oktober 2021 |
83 min
It the last day of the show and we're still alive.
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Essen 21-Day Four
16 oktober 2021 |
50 min
The fact that I can still do this today is a testament to my bloody mindedness! Enjoy!
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Essen '21 Day Three
15 oktober 2021 |
46 min
A shorter one today as I'm cream crackered but still full of great stuff.
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Essen 21 Day Two
14 oktober 2021 |
92 min
Ben and Steve brave the halls of Essen '21. God it's good to be back.
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Essen '21-Day One
13 oktober 2021 |
60 min
Ben and Steve arrive at Essen and meet some of the notables.
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Episode 8-Inspiration and Deformation
12 oktober 2021 |
32 min
In this episode our "hero" meets an old adversary and inspires someone to pick up a quill.
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Praga Caput Regni[SAMPLE]
9 oktober 2021 |
14 min
Dominic Crapuchettes
4 oktober 2021 |
71 min
This week's guest is former pro magic player and owner of North Star Games, Dominic Crapuchettes. We talk about captaining an Alaskan fishing boat, playing Magic for money and not going bankrupt...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Tichu: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/215/tichu Manhattan Project: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/63628/manhattan-project Magic-The Gathering: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463/magic-gathering Advanced Civilisation: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameexpansion/177/advanced-civilization Diplomacy: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/483/diplomacy
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Harz Part Two[SAMPLE]
2 oktober 2021 |
7 min
Voices from the Solitude-Vaccines with Max Davie
29 september 2021 |
56 min
Ben sits down with Dr Max Davie and talks vaccines, their benefits, dangers and why they are necessary.
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Berlin Con Impressions
28 september 2021 |
49 min
Ben went to his first Con since the pandemic started, Berlin Brettspiel Con! He talks to gamers, organisers and celebs! Get on it!
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Episode Seven-The Hazards of Love
26 september 2021 |
40 min
In this episode our undead protagonist falls in love and meets some fairies.
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War Chest[SAMPLE]
25 september 2021 |
13 min
Andreas Odendahl
20 september 2021 |
90 min
Andreas Odendahl. We talk about growing up pin Germany, being a carer and his love of animals...but which games did he choose? Support the show here:http://patreon.com/5g4d Race for the Galaxy: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/28143/race-galaxy Underwater Cities: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/247763/underwater-cities Lost Ruins of Arnak: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/312484/lost-ruins-arnak Everdell: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/199792/everdell Orleans: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/164928/orleans
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Harz Part One[SAMPLE]
18 september 2021 |
16 min
Battle Report-Ashes[Sample]
15 september 2021 |
16 min
Episode Six- A Revelation and a Shock
13 september 2021 |
36 min
The newly minted Cathal Fogartach has some dramatic encounters.
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Alan Paull
6 september 2021 |
91 min
This week's guest is head of Surprised Stare Games, Alan Paull. We talk about post war Britain, writing for the classics and the art of war...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Civilisation: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/71/civilization Lost Battles: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/83325/lost-battles-forty-battles-campaigns-ancient-world Quartermaster General: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/159473/quartermaster-general Azul Summer Pavilion: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/287954/azul-summer-pavilion Too Many Bones: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/192135/too-many-bones
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Voices from the Solitude-The Museum of Board Games
1 september 2021 |
31 min
Ben sits down with Tony Boydell to talk about the Museum of Board Games. https://www.patreon.com/themuseumofboardgames?l=de
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Episode Five-Conflagrations and Recriminations
30 augusti 2021 |
40 min
Martin changes his name twice then forgets his real one.
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Episode Four- Time's Swift Passage
23 augusti 2021 |
36 min
Martin Dufour is just getting older and older.
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Undaunted North Africa-A 5G4D Review
20 augusti 2021 |
6 min
Ben dons a hanky and braves Undaunted:North Africa
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Battle Report!!! Castles of Burgundy[SAMPLE]
18 augusti 2021 |
16 min
Ben and Steve play this classic live for your pleasure!!! Listen to the full show at : https://www.patreon.com/5g4d
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Episode Three-A Hop Across the Channel
16 augusti 2021 |
48 min
Ben continues his actual play of The Thousand Year Old Vampire and ends up on some foggy island.
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Episode Two-The Languedoc
9 augusti 2021 |
34 min
In this episode Ben actually starts playing and his vampire takes shape.
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The Thousand Year Old Vampire-Creation
2 augusti 2021 |
42 min
In this first episode of the 1000 year old vampire actual play Ben creates his creature of the night.
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Battle Report-The Settlers of Catan(SAMPLE)
31 juli 2021 |
7 min
Ben and Steve go back to the 90s to tackle this classic.
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Bruno Cathala
19 juli 2021 |
54 min
This week's guest is three time Spiel des Jahres winner and legend of the gaming world, Bruno Cathala. We talk about being a gourmand, losing his job and his many successful collaborations...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Schotten Totten: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/372/schotten-totten Gyges: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/10527/gyges Magic the Gathering: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463/magic-gathering Ave Cesar: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/154677/ave-cesar Hanafuda: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/5451/hanafuda
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Rita Modl
5 juli 2021 |
54 min
This week's guest is designer of Men at Work and King of 12, Rita Modl. We talk about growing up in Bayern, lost love in a government office and designing games...but which games did she choose? Listen to the show here: Download the show here: Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Portal of Heroes: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/181960/portal-heroes Underwater Cities: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/247763/underwater-cities The Grand Carnival: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/289081/grand-carnival Codenames Duet: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/224037/codenames-duet Krazy Wordz: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/195372/krazy-wordz-erwachsenen-edition
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Henry Audubon
21 juni 2021 |
67 min
My guest this week is designer of PARKS and Space Part, Henry Audubon. We discuss bucolic childhoods, philosophy and taking risks...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Magic the Gathering: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463/magic-gathering The Resistance: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/41114/resistance Heroes of the Storm: https://heroesofthestorm.com/en-us/ Spelunky: https://spelunkyworld.com/original.html Res Arcana: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/262712/res-arcana
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Guy from Midwinter Minis
7 juni 2021 |
61 min
This week's guest is YouTube sensation, Guy from Midwinter Minis. We talk about growing up in Jersey, 40k love and YouTube superstardom...but which games did he choose? Chess: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/171/chess Monopoly: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/1406/monopoly Necromunda: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/3072/necromunda Space Hulk: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/54625/space-hulk-third-edition Heroquest:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/699/heroquest
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Ricky Royal
17 maj 2021 |
102 min
My guest this week is designer of Renegade and host of Box of Delights, Richard Wilkins aka Ricky Royal. We talk about Chess, the joy of solo games and what games are art...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: http://patreon.com/5g4d Chess: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/171/chess Mage Knight: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/96848/mage-knight-board-game Robinson Crusoe: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/121921/robinson-crusoe-adventures-cursed-island Memoir '44: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/10630/memoir-44 Arkham Horror: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/15987/arkham-horror
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Patrick Leder
3 maj 2021 |
97 min
This week's guest is the owner of Leder Games and designer of Vast, Patrick Leder. We talk about Minnesota, the trials and tribulations of running a small publisher and asymmetry...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Last Will: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/97842/last-will Cosmic Encounter: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/15/cosmic-encounter Onirim: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/71836/onirim Race for the Galaxy:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/28143/race-galaxy Small World: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/40692/small-world
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Rick Priestly
19 april 2021 |
93 min
This weeks guest is the designer of Warhammer Fantasy Battles and Warhammer 40,000, Rick Priestly. We talk about casting models in his bedroom, designing the biggest miniature war games in the world and visiting New Line Cinema headquarters...but which games did he choose? Escape from Colditz: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/715/escape-colditz Reaper: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/23073/reaper-fantasy-wargame-rules Warhammer 40,00: Rouge Trader: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/11106/warhammer-40000-rogue-trader Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/28805/lord-rings-strategy-battle-game Black Powder: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/60815/black-powder-second-edition
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Lorenzo Silva
5 april 2021 |
51 min
This week's guest is head of Horrible Guild, Lorenzo Silva. We talk about growing up in Italy, being nominated for prestigious awards and the importance of games as products...but which games did he choose? Agricola: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/31260/agricola Dune: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/121/dune 7 Wonders Duel: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/173346/7-wonders-duel Small World: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/40692/small-world Race for the Galaxy: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/28143/race-galaxy
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The Guild w Jason Perez
29 mars 2021 |
45 min
Ben dusts of the Segway and chats to Jason Perez about the mental effects of lockdown.
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Sarah Shah
15 mars 2021 |
84 min
This week's guest is host of Board Games in a Minute, Sarah Shah. We talk about the immigrant experience, poverty in America and saving Elephants...but which games did she choose? Support the show here: http://patreon.com/5g4d Whitehall Mystery: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/190082/whitehall-mystery Quacks of Quedlinburg: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks-quedlinburg Everdell: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/199792/everdell Moonrakers: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/270239/moonrakers Petrichor: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/210274/petrichor
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Voices from the Solitude-CoraQuest Wrap Up
8 mars 2021 |
45 min
Ben sits down with Dan Hughes to mull over the kickstarter campaign of CoraQuest.
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Morgan Dontanville
1 mars 2021 |
96 min
This weeks guest is the Chief Commercial Officer of Catan Studios, Morgan Dontanville. We talk about DC Comics, working in the recording industry and why Catan is great...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: http://patreon.com/5g4d Age of Steam: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/4098/age-steam 1830: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/421/1830-railways-robber-barons Dune: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/121/dune Catacombs: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/195137/catacombs-third-edition Power Grid: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2651/power-grid
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Chris Darden
15 februari 2021 |
82 min
3 Year Anniversary Super Cut
9 februari 2021 |
17 min
To celebrate the third anniversary of the show I've cut together all of the outros. Enjoy.
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Voices from the Solitude- Peter Jones
8 februari 2021 |
36 min
I talk to NHS nurse, Peter Jones about being on the front line during the pandemic.
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A little call for help
7 februari 2021 |
2 min
This is just a call for help for a project I'm working on. Cheers.
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Voices from the Solitude- Nick Smith & The Future Fun-Der
5 februari 2021 |
22 min
I interview the owner of board game cafe, Ludoquist about a new funding initiative he's started.
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Voices from the Solitude-Coraquest
3 februari 2021 |
34 min
In this Voices from the Solitude special we talk to Dan Hughes about the kids game he designed with his daughter, Cora during lockdown- CoraQuest.
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Jonny Cantin
1 februari 2021 |
99 min
This week's guest is game designer, musician and developer, Jonny Cantin. We talk jazz, game design and imposter syndrome...but which games did he choose? Carcassonne: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/822/carcassonne Puerto Rico: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/3076/puerto-rico Colosseum: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/27746/colosseum First Class: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/206941/first-class-all-aboard-orient-express The Quacks of Quedlinburg: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks-quedlinburg
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Battle Report- Le Havre
20 januari 2021 |
45 min
Here's a free sample of the patreon exclusive battle reports.
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Mike DiLisio
18 januari 2021 |
85 min
This week's guest is Dice Tower staffer, Mike DiLisio. We talk about living in Hollywood, the American school system and Working for the Dice Tower...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: http://patreon.com/5g4d Blue Moon City: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/21882/blue-moon-city Five Tribes: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/157354/five-tribes Deception: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/156129/deception-murder-hong-kong Root: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/237182/root Scythe: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/169786/scythe
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A History of Surprises-Part Four
11 januari 2021 |
95 min
In this the final part of the history of Surprised Stare Games, recorded live at Spiel Digital, we talk about the monumental changes that are happening to the company.
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Grant Lyon
4 januari 2021 |
82 min
This week's guest is stand up comic and board game commentator, Grant Lyon. We talk American football, dying on stage and designing games...buy which games did he choose? Telestrations: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/46213/telestrations Champions of Midgard: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/172287/champions-midgard Bang Dice: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/143741/bang-dice-game 7 Wonders Duel: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/173346/7-wonders-duel The Quacks of Quedlinburg: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/244521/quacks-quedlinburg
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Thoughts on 2020
31 december 2020 |
18 min
I close out this most challenging of years with few musings.
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The Guild Episode 30-Merry Chirstmas!
25 december 2020 |
45 min
Happy Holidays! Ben and Steve sit in the Guild and enjoy a glass of moonshine and reminisce on Christmases past.
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Ian Livingstone
21 december 2020 |
62 min
A History of Surprises-Part 3
12 december 2020 |
64 min
Volko Ruhnke
7 december 2020 |
106 min
This week's guest is ex-CIA analyst and inventor of the COIN series of games Volko Ruhnke. We talk about how the COIN series has crossed over, designing games for the CIA and the gaps in our knowledge of history...but which games did he choose? Combat Commander Pacific: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/28181/combat-commander-pacific War of the Ring: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/115746/war-ring-second-edition Steel Inferno: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/289247/verdun-1916-steel-inferno Inferno Hunt for Blackbeard: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/263479/hunt-blackbeard
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Matt Leacock on the Pandemic Legacy Series
1 december 2020 |
25 min
The release of Pandemic Legacy Season 0 marks the end of the Pandemic Legacy Series and I sit down with Matt Leacock to talk about the new game and his views on the series as a whole.
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A History of Surprises-Part 2
18 november 2020 |
122 min
Here is the second part of the history of Surprised Stare Games recorded at Spiel Digital 2020.
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Frank West
16 november 2020 |
80 min
This week's guest is the owner of City of Games and the designer of Isle of Cats, Frank West. We talk about obsession, computer science and how to run a publisher...but which games did he choose? Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Magic the Gathering: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463/magic-gathering Werewolf: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/925/werewolf Pingo-Pingo:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/171136/pingo-pingo Blackout Hong Kong: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/262215/blackout-hong-kong Eclipse: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/72125/eclipse
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The Guild w Isaac Shalev-The things we miss.
12 november 2020 |
40 min
Isaac joins Ben in a bar of ill repute to discuss what the pandemic has done to us as gamers.
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A History of Surprises-Part One
4 november 2020 |
63 min
In this special live show recorded at Spiel Digital, the founders of Surprised Stare Games chart their history as a company.
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Grant Rodiek
2 november 2020 |
85 min
This week's guest is mover and shaker in both digital and analogue games, Grant Rodiek. We talk about growing up in Texas, the huge world of The Sims and the discipline of designing for the tabletop...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Carcasonne: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/822/carcassonne Call of Duty: https://www.callofduty.com/modernwarfare Combat Commander: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/21050/combat-commander-europe Pax Pamir 2nd Ed.: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/256960/pax-pamir-second-edition Star Realms: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/147020/star-realms
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Ruel Gaviola
19 oktober 2020 |
84 min
This week's guest is writer, mentor and host Ruel Gaviola. We talk about growing up in Southern California, poker and the state of board game media...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. A Deck of Cards Twilight Imperium Viticulture Paperback Crokinole
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Elizabeth Davidson
5 oktober 2020 |
79 min
This week's guest is biblical scholar, Latin teacher and evangelist for Solo Games, Elizabeth Davidson. We talk about playing alone, why Christianity was so successful and how David Hasselhoff is in real life...but which games did she choose? A deck of cards. Lord of the Rings LCG Mage Knight Too Many Bones Aeon's End
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Tom Vasel
21 september 2020 |
61 min
This week's guest is the best known board game reviewer on the planet, Tom Vasel. We talk about his childhood, speaking in front of crowds and his charity work...but which games did he choose? Le Havre Ticket to Ride Lost Cities Frosthaven Cosmic Encounter
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What is the Coronavirus?
17 september 2020 |
60 min
As as response to nutty stuff on the internet I have a chat with doctor, Max Davie about the disease and our response to it.
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Eric Summerer
7 september 2020 |
70 min
This weeks guest is host of The Dice Tower, audio book artist and voice of board gaming, Eric Summerer. We talk about celebrity, joining the dice tower and what makes a good voice actor...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. Can't Stop Marvel Legendary Quacks of Quedlinburg The Crew Merchant of Venus
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The Fathomless Sleep-Episoide Three
28 augusti 2020 |
39 min
Dex pays a visit to the local gossip rag but what will he find out?
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The Guild w Richard Simpson
26 augusti 2020 |
51 min
Ben and Richard pop into the guild and chat about The Prestige and whether board games are art.
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The Fathomless Sleep- Part Two
12 augusti 2020 |
29 min
Now Dex Raymond, private eye, has been set on the trail he makes his way to MGM Studios to track down the mysterious Marsh.
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The Fathomless Sleep- Part One
5 augusti 2020 |
44 min
This is part one of a Cthulhu Confidential actual play starring Steven Syrek as Dex Raymond and Ben Maddox as The Guide.
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Spiel des Jahres 2020- The Crew
3 augusti 2020 |
10 min
Ben gets Thomas Sing, designer of The Crew on the phone to have a chat about serendipity.
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The Guild w The Board Game Snobs
29 juli 2020 |
53 min
Ben sits down with Jerry and Gaby of The Board Game Snobs to talk the roles games play in their lives and why the 80s were the high water mark for cinema.
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Jason Durall
20 juli 2020 |
81 min
This week's guest is renowned RPG writer, Jason Durall. We talk about his discovery of RPGs, the problem with Lovecraft and how important awards are...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. Call of Cthulhu Amber Diceless RPG King Arthur Pendragon Fisaco Azul
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Spiel des Jahres 2020- My City
18 juli 2020 |
23 min
Ben sits down with Reiner Knizia to talk about his SdJ nominated legacy game My City.
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Spiel des Jahres 2020- The King's Dilemma
17 juli 2020 |
21 min
Ben has a chat with Lorenzo Silva and Hjalmar Hach the designers of The King's Dilemma about their nomination.
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Adventure Mart- A 5G4D Review
17 juli 2020 |
5 min
Spiel des Jahres 2020- Nova Luna
16 juli 2020 |
23 min
Ben sits down with the developer of Nova Luna, Lars Frauenrath to talk the game and what a prize like the SdJ would mean to a small publisher.
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The Guild w Mark Besada
15 juli 2020 |
45 min
This week Ben visits the coach of the compound footy team Mark Besada and they talk about what makes the perfect player of board games and also why rolling around in filth is a good thing.
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Spiel des Jahres 2020-Cartographers
14 juli 2020 |
23 min
Listening Earth 2011 www.listeningearth.com
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A 5G4D Update- Stephen Bounocore
8 juli 2020 |
19 min
Ben talks to CEO of Stronghold Games, Stephen Buonocore about his upcoming retirement.
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Scott Alden
6 juli 2020 |
72 min
Today's guest is one of the most important people in the world of gaming, the founder of Board Game Geek, Scott Alden. We talk about the founding of BGG, the vagaries of working in the video game world and what community means...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. Tigris and Euphrates Arkham Horror Gloomhaven Cities and Knights Time's Up
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The Guild RETURNS!!! w Stevie Syrek
2 juli 2020 |
47 min
Voices From The Solitude- Uli Blenemann
22 juni 2020 |
16 min
Colby Dauch
15 juni 2020 |
76 min
This week's guest is game designer and owner of Plaid Hat Games, Colby Dauch. We talk about his upbringing, his love for Heroscape and his new found independence...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. Heroscape Chess Dungeons and Dragons Ashes Gloomhaven
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Voices From The Solitude- Jamey Stegmaier
10 juni 2020 |
19 min
Voices From The Solitude- Owen Duffy
8 juni 2020 |
28 min
Voices From The Solitude- Nick From Ludoquist
2 juni 2020 |
18 min
Anita Landgraf
1 juni 2020 |
67 min
This week's guest is game agent, Anita Landgraf. We talk about late night gaming, being a game agent and the state of the game industry...but which games did she choose? Support the show here. Tichu The Crew Root Coconuts Strike
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Voices From The Solitude- Richard Denning
29 maj 2020 |
27 min
Voices from the Solitude- Dominique Metzler
27 maj 2020 |
21 min
Endangered- A 5G4D Review
25 maj 2020 |
8 min
Phil Walker-Harding
18 maj 2020 |
74 min
This week's guest is designer Imhotep, Sushi Go! and Bärenpark, Phil Walker-Harding. We talk about falling in love with the NES, winning an SDJ and faith and games...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. Acquire Blokus Race for the Galaxy Tobago One night Ultimate Werewolf
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Voices From the Solitude- First Games After Lockdown
15 maj 2020 |
25 min
Voices From The Solitude- David Wright 2
14 maj 2020 |
11 min
Voices From The Solitude- Paul Grogan
13 maj 2020 |
27 min
Voices From The Solitude- Marc Specter
8 maj 2020 |
17 min
Voices From The Solitude- Nick Mariner
6 maj 2020 |
25 min
Voices From The Solitude- Ben Parkinson
5 maj 2020 |
19 min
David Harding
4 maj 2020 |
78 min
This week's guest is the owner of Grail Games, David Harding. We talk about being an Aussie Rules umpire, writing children's books and running a small publisher in Australia...but which games did he choose? Support the show here. The Mad Magazine Game Kingdom Builder Android Netrunner The Game Gipf
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A Little Thank You
26 april 2020 |
4 min
Thoughts From The Solitude- Community
24 april 2020 |
10 min
Voices From The Solitude- Steven Syrek
22 april 2020 |
36 min
Voices From The Solitude- Tony Boydell
21 april 2020 |
29 min
Rachel Kremer
20 april 2020 |
64 min
Today's guest is the pen and brain behind the board game based web-comic Semi-Coop, Rachel Kremer. We talk about games in the Netherlands, being a freelance artist and her favourite board game illustrators...but which games did she choose. Support the show here. Hive Robinson Crusoe Dragon Castle Gloomhaven Dungeons and Dragons
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Voices From The Solitude- Dan Hughes
19 april 2020 |
26 min
Voices From The Solitude- Ivan Karmanov
17 april 2020 |
21 min
Voices From The Solitude- Elizabeth Hargrave
16 april 2020 |
27 min
Voices From The Solitude- Michael Fox
15 april 2020 |
30 min
Voices From The Solitude- Luke Prior
14 april 2020 |
15 min
ISRC: USUAN1900008
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Voices From The Solitude- Greg from BGA
13 april 2020 |
15 min
Voices From The Solitude- Shazz From Settlers Game Cafe
10 april 2020 |
14 min
ISRC: USUAN1900008
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Voice From The Solitude- Christopher High
9 april 2020 |
12 min
ISRC: USUAN1900008
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Voices From The Solitide- Becky Ottery
8 april 2020 |
19 min
Voices From The Solitude- Nick From Ludoquist
7 april 2020 |
21 min
Voices From The Solitude- Mike Barnes
6 april 2020 |
16 min
Matt Leacock
6 april 2020 |
52 min
This weeks guest is the designer of Pandemic, Matt Leacock. We talk about coop games, being a voice of the pandemic and hitting number one...but which games did he choose? Telestrations Yellow and Yangtze Decrypto The Quest of El Dorado Magic Maze
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Voices From The Solitude- Gil Hova
3 april 2020 |
19 min
Voices From The Solitude- Kathleen Mercury
2 april 2020 |
25 min
Voices From The Solitude- Dr Lucy Hughes
1 april 2020 |
19 min
Voices From The Solitude- Isaac Shalev
31 mars 2020 |
27 min
I talk to Isaac about the effects if covid on the industry and his thoughts about the aftershocks of this crisis.
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Voices From The Solitude- David Wright
30 mars 2020 |
14 min
I talk to David Wright about Tabletop Scotland and the decision to postpone it.
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Voices From The Solitude-Stephen Buonocore
27 mars 2020 |
17 min
Ben talks to Stephen bout the industry in this time of crisis.
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Voices From The Solitude-Matthias Nagy
26 mars 2020 |
9 min
Ben talks to Matthias about Frosted Games.
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The Guild Solitude Edition
25 mars 2020 |
49 min
Ben and Steve punctuate their social isolation with talk about conspiracy thought and what gets you to the table.
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Voices From The Solitude-Mark Cooke
25 mars 2020 |
16 min
Ben talks to Mark about Airecon
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Spicy-A 5G4D Review
24 mars 2020 |
6 min
Voices From The Solitude-IgnacyTrzewiczek
24 mars 2020 |
19 min
Ben talks to Ignacy about the ramifications for the industry.
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Voices From The Solitude-Max Davie
23 mars 2020 |
17 min
Ben speaks to Max Davie about what we can do at these times.
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Thoughts from the Cabin 12
18 mars 2020 |
9 min
Ben has a think about solitude.
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Keith Burgun
16 mars 2020 |
84 min
This weeks guest is game designer, composer and thinker of gaming thoughts Keith Burgun. We talk about composing music for games, violence in games and the video game community...but which games did he choose? Master of Magic Super Smash Bros. 64 Nethack Dwarf Fortress Race for the Galaxy
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Alice in Wordland- A 5G4D Review
13 mars 2020 |
7 min
Ben pops through the looking glass to have a play of Alice in Wordland.
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The Guild "I can't believe it's him again" w Dan Hughes
11 mars 2020 |
57 min
Ben meets a rather spectacularly be-painted Dan Hughes and they have a chat about gamer's good and bad habits.
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The Pocket Campaigns- A 5G4D Review
4 mars 2020 |
5 min
Ben dons his putties and looks at two Pocket Campaign games.
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Josefin Westborg
2 mars 2020 |
79 min
This week's guest is Larp designer and gaming teacher, Josefin Westborg. We talk about Larp, how it can be used in education and confronting emotion...but which games did she choose? Support the show here. Qwixx Just a little lovin' A Series of Interesting Choices Tales of the Arabian Nights Crown of Emara
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The Guild w Moar Stevie Syrek
26 februari 2020 |
56 min
Ben meets Steve again and uncovers a new religion.
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A War of Whispers- A 5G4D Review
24 februari 2020 |
6 min
Ben wheedles his way into a review of A War of Whispers.
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Bruno Faidutti
17 februari 2020 |
68 min
This weeks guest is the designer of Citadels, Bruno Faidutti. We talk about Unicorns, Cultural Appropriation and being a Marxist...but what games did he choose? A Pack of Cards Codenames Cosmic Encounter Support the show here.
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Isle of Cats- A 5G4D Review
7 februari 2020 |
6 min
Ben boards his vessel and saves those felines.
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War of the Rings Preview
5 februari 2020 |
33 min
This is a free preview of the patreon exclusive battle reports.
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Martin Wallace
3 februari 2020 |
73 min
This week's guest is legendary designer, Martin Wallace. We talk about post-war Britain, running your own company and the importance of history...but which games did he choose? Listen to the show Download the show Support the show here. Bluff Breakout Normandy Billabong Terra Mystica Power Grid
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tHE gUILD W iSAAC sHALEV
31 januari 2020 |
45 min
Ben chats to Isaac about the price of games.
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Slyville- A 5G4D Review
27 januari 2020 |
6 min
Ben hammers some nails through a plank and heads down to Slyville.
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Stephen Buonocore
20 januari 2020 |
74 min
This week's guest is the president of Stronghold Games, Stephen Buonocore. We talk about LARPs, the state of the industry and the unbearableness of living in Florida...but which games did he choose? Listen to the show Download the show Support the show here. Betrayal at House on the Hill Codenames Flamme Rouge Terraforming Mars War of the Ring
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The Guild w Kai Herbertz
17 januari 2020 |
48 min
Ben pops to see mechanic Kai Havertz and they talk about the new year in gaming.
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Thoughts on Failure
13 januari 2020 |
9 min
Ben sits in the kitchen and muses on failure.
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Blitzkrieg- A 5G4D Review
8 januari 2020 |
6 min
Ben battens down the hatches and reviews Blitzkrieg!
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Jamey Stegmaier
6 januari 2020 |
68 min
This week owner of Stonemaier Games, Jamey Stegmaier comes to the cabin. We talk his design ethos, the state of Kickstarter and running one of the most successful publishers in board gaming...but which games did he choose? Magic- The Gathering Hanamakoji On Tour The Castles of Mad King Ludwig T'zolkin Support the show here.
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The King's Dilemma- A 5G4D Review
3 januari 2020 |
8 min
Ben sits on some horns and reviews The King's Dilemma.
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Christmas at the Cabin
25 december 2019 |
19 min
This is a short story about finding community. Merry Christmas!
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Edward Uhler
23 december 2019 |
95 min
This week's guest is the founder of Heavy Cardboard, Edward Uhler. We talk about being in the Marines, starting a board game media company and the benefits of therapy...but which games did he choose? Glory to Rome D-Day at Omaha Beach 1822 Pax Pamir Age of Steam
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Merry Christmas from The Guild w Kellen Laker!
18 december 2019 |
38 min
Ben and Kellen talk about the gifts the hobby needs.
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Satanimals- A 5G4D Review
16 december 2019 |
5 min
Ben heads down to the petting zoo and...WHAT THE HELL IS THAT!!???!!!
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Matt Thrower
9 december 2019 |
82 min
My guest this week is writer, Matt Thrower. We talk about growing up in Northern Ireland during the troubles, inventing the term "Ameritrash" and being a writer...but which games did he choose? Gloomhaven Here I Stand Imperial Once Upon a Time Memoir '44 Support the show here.
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The Guild w Steve Syrek- Turd Time's the Charm.
4 december 2019 |
42 min
Steve joins Ben in the legendary Kitchen of the Cabin TM to talk about what makes a doomsday game.
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Crystal Palace- A 5G4D Review
2 december 2019 |
5 min
Lux Aeterna- A 5G4D Review
29 november 2019 |
7 min
This week Ben is sucked into the black hole of Lux Aeterna.
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Rob Daviau
25 november 2019 |
64 min
This week's guest is the inventor of the legacy system, Rob Daviau. We discuss working at Hasbro, legacy games and branching out on your own...but which games did he choose? Magic: The Gathering A deck of cards. Dungeons and Dragons Codenames 7th Continent
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Fast Sloths- A 5G4D Review
20 november 2019 |
4 min
Ben slowly travels through a game of Fast Sloths.
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Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders- A 5G4D Review
13 november 2019 |
7 min
Ben dons his top hat and becomes the devil of the white city while he muses about Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders.
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Craig Silverstein
11 november 2019 |
66 min
This week's guest is Google's first ever employee and architect of the search engine, Craig Silverstein. We talk about the early days of Google, the need of philanthropy and games on your wedding day...but which games did he choose? El Grande Power Grid Schotten Totten Bohnanza Viva Topo
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Megacity Oceania- A 5G4D Review
8 november 2019 |
6 min
Ben reclaims some land and looks at Megacity Oceania.
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Essen Interview Extravaganza!
6 november 2019 |
135 min
Ben goes out into the world and interviews the great and good at Spiel 2019.
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Essen 2019- A 5G4D Review
4 november 2019 |
10 min
Ben reminisces about all the booze he drank at Essen.
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Sandy Petersen
28 oktober 2019 |
65 min
This week's guest is a bonafide legend of both the tabletop and digital gaming worlds. Designer of Call of Cthulhu and Doom he both revolutionised the RPG and the first person shooter. We discuss being a pioneer, faith and the future...but which games did he choose? Contract Bridge Culdcept Saga World in Flames Hyperspace Mega Civilization Support the show here.
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The Guild w Kathleen Mercury
23 oktober 2019 |
49 min
Ben pops to the bar to speak to Kathleen and see what board games need more of.
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Rune Stones- A 5G4D Review
22 oktober 2019 |
5 min
Ben enters the forest to talk about Rune Stones.
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Carnival of Monsters- A 5G4D Review
18 oktober 2019 |
5 min
Ben straps on his steam goggles and muses on Carnival of Monsters. Support the show here.
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Kenneth Hite
14 oktober 2019 |
112 min
This week's guest is the writer of Vampire the Masquerade, Kenneth Hite. We talk about H.P. Lovecraft, his love of Chicago and why rules are important...but which games did he choose? A World at War Dogs in the Vineyard Gurps 4th Edition Pendragon Rider- Waite Tarot Support the show here.
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The Guild w Nick Mariner
9 oktober 2019 |
52 min
Ben bows obsequiously to the man in the stores, Nick Mariner. They have a little drinky and discuss civ games. Join the guild here.
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Stephenson's Rocket- A 5G4D Review
7 oktober 2019 |
5 min
Ben puts on his stripey hat and talks about Stephenson's Rocket.
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Thoughts on Reviews Part 2
4 oktober 2019 |
15 min
Ben regrets ever going on Twitter and thinks about reviews.
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Barry Doublet
30 september 2019 |
70 min
This week's guest is musician and host of Board Games everybody should...Barry Doublet. We talk about music in games, changing your career and the joys of wine...but which games did he choose? Heroquest:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/699/heroquest Sheriff of Nottingham: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/157969/sheriff-nottingham Viticulture:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/183394/viticulture-essential-edition The 7th Continent: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/180263/7th-continent Timeline: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/128664/timeline
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The Guild w Steve Syrek-BlowHard 2- Blow Harder
25 september 2019 |
41 min
Ben meets up with Steve at the compound fountain to talk about fun in games.
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Auf der Walz- A 5G4D Review
23 september 2019 |
6 min
Ben pops on his hobnails and has a stroll around Auf der Walz.
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Papa Paolo- A 5G4D Review
20 september 2019 |
5 min
Ben pops on the mozzarella and thinks about Papa Paolo.
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Owen Duffy
16 september 2019 |
83 min
This week's inductee into the cabin is The Guardian's board game correspondent, Owen Duffy. He talks about publishing books, board game media and coming out in Scotland...but which games did he choose? Alhambra Twilight Imperium 4 Magic the Gathering Cube Fiasco Monsterhearts Support the show here.
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Wards of London- A 5G4D Review
13 september 2019 |
5 min
Ben drops into the Wards of London.
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The Guild w Tony Boydell II
11 september 2019 |
46 min
Ben and Tony talk about people being priced out of games over a couple of shovels. Listen to the show Download the show Join the guild here. Support the show here.
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Phil Eklund
2 september 2019 |
80 min
This week's inductee is the designer of Bio Megafauna and Pax Porfiriana, Phil Ecklund. We talk about the importance of games to history and the nature of the future...but which games did he choose? Greenland Bios: Genesis Bios: Megafauna Bios: Origins High Frontier Support the show here.
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Dungeons and Dragons- A 5G4D Review
30 augusti 2019 |
11 min
Ben weaves some stories about Dungeons and Dragons.
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The Artemis Project- A 5G4D Review
24 augusti 2019 |
5 min
Ben travels the the distant moons of Jupiter and muses on The Artemis Project.
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The Guild w Isaac Shalev 2
21 augusti 2019 |
49 min
Ben and Isaac lounge on the beach and chat about difficulty and contention.
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Alubari- A 5G4D Review
14 augusti 2019 |
5 min
Ben pops on the kettle and has a look at Alubari- A Nice Cup of Tea.
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Cassiopeia- A 5G4D Review
9 augusti 2019 |
4 min
Ben launches himself to the stars and looks at Cassiopeia.
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The Guild w Matt Thrower
7 augusti 2019 |
47 min
Ben sips on a cocktail on Thorium beach and chats with Matt Thrower about gamer burnout.
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Nikki Valens
29 juli 2019 |
79 min
Today's guest is designer Mansions of Madness, Legacy of Dragonholt and Arkham Horror 3rd Edition, Nikki Valens. She talks about her love of animals, designing for Fantasy Flight and the nature of inclusivity...but which games did she choose? Mahjong Broom Service Playing Cards The Mind Shipwreck Arcana Support the show here.
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Berlin Con- A 5G4D Review
26 juli 2019 |
7 min
Ben retells his experience at Berlin Con.
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The Guild w Dan Hughes Again!
24 juli 2019 |
51 min
Ben sits down with he who shall not be inhumed and talks about how games were before the world went to Jonsonian hell.
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Spiel des Jahres 2019 Impressions
22 juli 2019 |
69 min
Ben ventures out to the ceremony of the Spiel des Jahres and takes you through the day.
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Mike Fitzgerald
15 juli 2019 |
87 min
This week I speak to gaming legend, Mike Fitzgerald. We talk about Chess, the crazy world of New York radio and what Mickey Dolenz put up his nose...but which games did he choose? Cribbage Azul Brass: Birmingham Spacecorp Mottainai Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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Artline- A 5G4D Review
3 juli 2019 |
5 min
Ben pulls out his pallette and looks at Artline.
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Mark Cooke
1 juli 2019 |
73 min
This week I talk to the founder of Aire Con, Mark Cooke. We talk about expansion, playing in a heavy metal band and craft beer...but which games did he choose? Listen to the show here. Download the show here. Brew Crafters Codenames Takenoko Sunrise City Bruges Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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The Guild w Isaac Shalev
26 juni 2019 |
49 min
Ben bumps into Isaac at The Guild and they have a chat about the classics.
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Frank West on The Isle of Cats.
24 juni 2019 |
4 min
Frank West, head of City of Games talks about his new game The Isle of Cats.
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Seikatsu- A 5G4D Review
21 juni 2019 |
5 min
Ben sits in the garden and mulls on the abstract game, Seikatsu.
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Richard Garfield
17 juni 2019 |
55 min
This week I talk to the inventor of Magic:The Gathering, Richard Garfield. We discuss mathematics, inventing a genre and the craziness of the secondary market...but which games did he choose? Dungeons and Dragons Cosmic Encounter Titan Hanabi Poker Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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The Guild w Mike DiLisio
12 juni 2019 |
48 min
Ben sits down with yet another American who's made it over the channel, Mike DiLisio and they lament the passing of gaming conventions.
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Thoughts on Reviews
10 juni 2019 |
8 min
In light of people, inconceivably, thinking it's okay to be paid for reviews I thought I'd dig out something I wrote for the patreon backers that elucidates my thoughts on the subject.
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UKGE Impressions
7 juni 2019 |
125 min
Ben takes a trip out of the compound to the UK Games Expo and meets some interesting people on the way.
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Elizabeth Hargrave
3 juni 2019 |
79 min
In this week's show I talk to designer of Wingspan, Elizabeth Hargrave. We talk about how crazy Florida is, being in Washington on 9/11 and designing the hit of the year...but which games did she choose. A pack of cards. Castles of Burgundy Wingspan Race for the Galaxy Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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Just One- A 5G4D Review
31 maj 2019 |
6 min
Ben spills a few words, not Just One.
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The Guild w Richard Simpson
28 maj 2019 |
50 min
Ben sits down with Richard Simpson, famous non-wizard, and talks about the benefits or otherwise of social media. https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/3209
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Asger Granerud
20 maj 2019 |
76 min
This week I welcome designer of A tale of Pirates, Copenhagen and Flamme Rouge, Asger Granerud. We talk about growing up in Africa, being a competitive game player and making money as a designer...but which games did he choose? Schotten Totten Hanabi Flamme Rouge Commands and Colours: Ancients Root Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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High Society- A 5G4D Review
17 maj 2019 |
6 min
Ben betrays his class as he dives into High Society.
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The Guild w Steven Syrek
15 maj 2019 |
42 min
This week Ben takes an excursion into the grounds of the compound and bumps into newly decanted intake, Steven Syrek, to talk about the importance of winning.
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Arkhan Horror LCG- A 5G4D Review
10 maj 2019 |
9 min
After a day lopping off tentacles Ben ruminates on the Arkham Horror LCG.
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Lewis Pulsipher
6 maj 2019 |
68 min
This week's guest is designer of Britannia, Lewis Pulsipher. We talk about the beauty of DnD, why euro games aren't games and when we will see a new version of Britannia...but which games did he choose? First Ed. DnD- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Editions_of_Dungeons_%26_Dragons Britania- https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/240/britannia Empire Deluxe Enhanced Edition- https://www.killerbeesoftware.com/kbsgames/edee/ DnD 5e.- https://dnd5e.fandom.com/wiki/D%26D_5th_Edition_Wikia
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The Guild w Dan Hughes
1 maj 2019 |
39 min
Ben pops into the guild and has a drink with one of the friendly zombies. Former internet titan Dan Hughes. Join the guild here.
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QE- A 5G4D Review
26 april 2019 |
7 min
Ben looks at the books of QE an decides it's too big to fail.
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Gordon Hamilton
22 april 2019 |
74 min
This weeks guest is mathematician and designer of Santorini, Gordon Hamilton. We talk about the beauty of mathematics, the value of a puzzle and why Santorini is the greatest thing Gordon has done...but which games did he choose? Avalon: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/128882/resistance-avalon Urbino: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/237009/urbino Warsaw:City of Ruins: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/206803/warsaw-city-ruins Dungeons and Dragons Star Realms:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/147020/star-realms
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The Guild w Crystal Pisano
17 april 2019 |
42 min
Modern Art- A 5G4D Review
15 april 2019 |
7 min
Ben wields his gavel and rules the roost over Modern Art
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Die Tavernen im Tiefen Thal- A 5G4D Review
12 april 2019 |
7 min
Ben fills a tankard and looks at Die Tavernen im Tiefen Thal
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Marc Spector
8 april 2019 |
67 min
This week's guest is owner of Grand Gamers Guild, Marc Spector. We discuss starting a new publishing house, food addiction and Endevour: Age of Sail...but which games did he choose? Small World: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/40692/small-world Power Grid: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2651/power-grid Gloomhaven: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/174430/gloomhaven Endeavour: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/233398/endeavor-age-sail Codenames:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/178900/codenames
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No Thanks- A 5G4D Review
5 april 2019 |
6 min
Ben dons a toga and gets all philosophical for his review of The Grizzled.
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The Guild w The Punchboarders
3 april 2019 |
40 min
Ben meets up with people from the Irradiated States of America and talks about components in games.
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5 Colours- A 5G4D Review
29 mars 2019 |
5 min
Ben ties his proverbials to the mast when he reviews 5 Colours.
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Leiria Con- A 5G4D Review
21 mars 2019 |
11 min
Ben talks about his jaunt to Portugal and Leiria Con.
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The Guild-Episode 3
20 mars 2019 |
34 min
Ben is joined by Matthew Jude to discuss what is annoying in gaming.
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Leiria Con 2019 Impressions
15 mars 2019 |
58 min
Live, Live Live from Leiria Con
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Ben Parkinson
11 mars 2019 |
81 min
This week's guest is founder of Uganda's Butterfly Project, Ben Parkinson. We discuss the state of Uganda, starting the first board game convention in Africa and helping children realise their potential...nut which games did he choose? Careers: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/1475/careers Folklore: The Affliction: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/159504/folklore-affliction Alhambra: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6249/alhambra Cheeky Monkey: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/29773/cheeky-monkey Agricola: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/31260/agricola Support the show at patreon.com/5g4d
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The Guild- Episode 2
6 mars 2019 |
38 min
Ben and compound doctor, Max Davie, talk past politics and what is the greatest value you get from gaming.
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Betrayal Legacy- A 5G4D Review
4 mars 2019 |
6 min
Ben jumps at creaking floorboards and reviews Betrayal Legacy.
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Copenhagen
1 mars 2019 |
5 min
Ben hops on a bike and travels through Copenhagen.
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Geoff Englestein
25 februari 2019 |
84 min
This week's cabin inductee is designer, author, teacher and broadcaster, Geoff Englestein. We talk about being compelled to game at camp, the need for design education and why Through the Ages is audacious...but which games did he choose? Go: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/188/go High Society: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/220/high-society Through the Ages: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/182028/through-ages-new-story-civilization ASL: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/8611/red-barricades-asl-historical-module-1 A deck of cards: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6887/hearts Support the show here: patreon.com/5g4d
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The Guild- Episode One
20 februari 2019 |
34 min
Alone- A 5G4D Review
18 februari 2019 |
5 min
Ben explores the empty husk that is the dungeon crawler, Alone.
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Vadoran Gardens- A 5G4D Review
15 februari 2019 |
5 min
Ben looks at the horticultural joy of Vadoran Gardens.
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Richard Ham
11 februari 2019 |
93 min
This week we welcome Richard Ham into the cabin. Ben and Richard discuss violence in video games, why he runs through and what makes board games tick...but which games did he choose? Gloomhaven: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/174430/gloomhaven Shadowrun Crossfire: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/135382/shadowrun-crossfire Trajan: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/102680/trajan La Granja: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/146886/la-granja Glen More 2: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/265188/glen-more-ii-chronicles Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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Skull King-A 5G4D Review
4 februari 2019 |
6 min
The Quiver- A 5G4D Review
1 februari 2019 |
6 min
Ben has got a brand new bag!
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Rich Mulholland
28 januari 2019 |
63 min
This week's inductee to the cabin is entrepreneur and guru, Rich Mulholland. Rich and Ben talk about the state of South Africa, the benefits of confidence and how board gaming encompasses a variety of hobbies...but which games did he choose. Istanbul: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/148949/istanbul Scythe: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/169786/scythe Joraku: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/180901/joraku War Chest: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/249259/war-chest Pyramid Arcade: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/187988/pyramid-arcade Twitter Facebook Support the show here.
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Symphony No.9- A 5G4D Review
21 januari 2019 |
7 min
Ben sits in the cabin, dusts of his baton and weaves rhapsodic about Symphony No.9.
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Trade on the Tigris- A 5G4D Review
18 januari 2019 |
6 min
Ben rummages through the fertile crescent and talks about Trade on the Tigris.
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A Big Thank You
15 januari 2019 |
8 min
On the occasion of reaching FIFTY patreon backers I thought I'd write a thank you note.
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Klemens Franz
14 januari 2019 |
68 min
This week I speak to the best known artist in board gaming, Klemens Franz. We talk about his biography of Helen Keller, the nightmare of Agricola and how art in games is fareing...but which games did he choose. Agricola: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/31260/agricola Defenders of the Realm: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/65532/defenders-realm Catan: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/13/catan Orleans: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/164928/orleans Ebbe und Flut: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/1379/ebbe-flut Support the show: http://patreon.com/5g4d
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Thoughts from the Cabin- Table Edition
11 januari 2019 |
12 min
Ben imagines his perfect game night and starts with his first guest- Thomas Paine.
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Arboretum- A 5G4D Review
8 januari 2019 |
6 min
Ben plants himself under a willow and weeps at the brilliance of Arboretum.
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Uli Blenemann
31 december 2018 |
74 min
In this weeks show I speak to the head of Spielworxx Uli Blenemann. We talk about the loss of gaming in the German countryside, why you should play war games and the pitfalls of being a publisher...but which games did he choose. Borodino: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/252/borodino Empire of the Sun: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/11825/empire-sun Pax Porfiriana: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/128780/pax-porfiriana Here I Stand: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/17392/here-i-stand Diplomacy: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/483/diplomacy Support the show: http://patreon.com/5g4d
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Endeavour-Age of Sail- A 5G4D Review
29 december 2018 |
8 min
Ben sits and the cabin but dreams of sailing the seven seas when he reviews Endeavour: Age of sail.
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The 5G4D Christmas Message
25 december 2018 |
22 min
Ben becomes a bit misty eyes as he thinks about Christmas.
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One Magic Christmas
24 december 2018 |
11 min
Ben reads the recently discovered manuscript of Stan.D.Roon translated by Tony Boydell.
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Cerebria- A 5G4D Review
21 december 2018 |
7 min
Ben delves into his brain to review Cerebria.
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Rory O'Connor
17 december 2018 |
71 min
In this week's show Ben talks to the inventor of Rory's Story Cubes and head of Hub Games, Rory O'Connor. They discuss his life in puppetry, bring warring peoples together and being number one on Amazon...but which games did he choose? Monsterpocalypse 1.Ed:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/32674/monsterpocalypse Pokemon TCG: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2165/pokemon-trading-card-game Shadowrun Crossfire: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/135382/shadowrun-crossfire Mage Knight: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/96848/mage-knight-board-game Untold: Adventures Await: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/226588/untold-adventures-await Support the show at: http://patreon.com/5g4d
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Lincoln- A 5G4D Review
13 december 2018 |
5 min
Ben surveys the aftermath of his plays of Lincoln.
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Time's Up- A 5G4D Review
11 december 2018 |
5 min
Ben sits in the cabin and ruminates on Time's Up.
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Thoughts from the Cabin 7
10 december 2018 |
10 min
Ben sits in the cabin and ruminates on swearing.
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Nigel Scarfe
3 december 2018 |
72 min
This week Ben speaks to the head of Imagination Gaming, Nigel Scarfe. We talk about his difficulties at school, how games helped him to overcome them and how his is passing on the benefits of games all over the UK and beyond...But which games did he choose? Legendary Encounters: Alien: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/146652/legendary-encounters-alien-deck-building-game DC Deck Building Game: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/125678/dc-comics-deck-building-game Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2511/sherlock-holmes-consulting-detective-thames-murder Quiddler: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/339/quiddler Sentinels of the Multiverse: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/102652/sentinels-multiverse Support the show at: patreon.com/5g4d
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Forum Trajanum- A 5G4D Review
26 november 2018 |
6 min
Ben basks in the grandeur of Forum Trajanum. Support the show at patreon.com/5g4d
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Railroad Ink- A 5G4D Review
23 november 2018 |
4 min
Ben dreams of former journeys as he talks about Railroad Ink. Support the show at: http://patreon.com/5g4d
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Isaac Childres
19 november 2018 |
71 min
This week Ben talks to one of the new titans in board game design and the designer of Forge War and Gloomhaven, Isaac Childres. They discuss becoming liberal, the Higg's Boson and what it's like to be the best...but which games did he choose?
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Kacka Alarm- A 5G4D Review
15 november 2018 |
7 min
This week Ben roars at the decadence that is Kacka Alarm.
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Fast Shot- A 5G4D Review
9 november 2018 |
5 min
Ben sits at the kitchen table and flicks around ideas for Fast Shot.
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Aram Vartian
5 november 2018 |
67 min
This week Ben speaks to the host of Godsfall, Aram Vartian. They talk about the importance of RPGs, how America is failing on mental health and what it is like to come out...but which games did he choose? Call of Cthulhu: https://www.chaosium.com/call-of-cthulhu-rpg/ The End of the World: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/the-end-of-the-world/ Car Wars: http://www.sjgames.com/car-wars/ R.I.F.T.S: https://palladium-store.com/1001/Rifts-Categories.html Dungeons and Dragons: http://dnd.wizards.com/
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Essen Spiel 2018- A 5G4D Review
31 oktober 2018 |
25 min
Back in the cabin, Ben looks at Spiel 2018.
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Wildlands- A 5G4D Review
26 oktober 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and travels to the Wildlands.
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Matthew Dunstan
22 oktober 2018 |
60 min
This week Ben speaks to the designer of Elysium, Costa Rica and Relic Runners, Matthew Dunstan. They discuss being nominated for the Kennerspiel, life at an Oxbridge College and adapting to life in England...but which games did he choose?
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The Grizzled- A 5G4D Review
15 oktober 2018 |
9 min
Ben sits in the cabin and talks about the masterpiece, The Grizzled.
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Dungeon Petz- A 5G4D Review
12 oktober 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and strokes the spines of Dungeon Petz.
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Patreon Taster
10 oktober 2018 |
10 min
For all you non-patreon backers out there, Here's a taster of what you could get. Hope you enjoy it.
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Michael Fox
8 oktober 2018 |
77 min
In this week's show Ben sits down opposite publisher, podcaster and international sweet boy of games, Michael Fox. They talk about the disaster of Game Salute, the state of the hobby and his new life in Belfast...but which games did he choose?
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Trick and Trouble- A 5G4D Review
1 oktober 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and reminisces with the co-op trick taker, Trick and Trouble.
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Human Punishment- A 5G4D Review
28 september 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and talks about the social deduction game Human Punishment.
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Zev Shlasinger
24 september 2018 |
64 min
In this week's episode Ben welcomes publisher and all round gaming titan Zev Shlasinger into the cabin. They talk about how he got started, bringing Pandemic into the world and how he is transforming Wizkids...but which games did he choose?
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Back-2-Base-iX Rack- A 5G4D Review
17 september 2018 |
7 min
Ben sits in the cabin and assembles a review of the Back-2-Base-iX miniature paint racks. You can find the racks here: http://www.back2base-ix.com
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Darwinning!- A 5G4D Review
14 september 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and develops his ideas on Darwinning!
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Inka Brand(DEUTSCH)
10 september 2018 |
51 min
This is the version of the Inka Brand show in German.
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Inka Brand
10 september 2018 |
51 min
In this week's episode Ben speaks to multi Spiel des Jahres winner and designer of Village, Raja of the Ganges and the Exit series of games, Inka Brand. They talk about how to remain motivated when the world ignores you, how she met her design partner and what it's like to win the most prestigious award in gaming...but which games did she choose?
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The Sands of Time- A 5G4D Review
3 september 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and mulls over the transience of power in the civilization game Sands of Time.
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Britannia- A 5G4D Review
31 augusti 2018 |
7 min
Ben sits in the cabin and thinks wistfully about the Island that used to be called Britannia...before the Triffids took over.
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Ian O'Toole
27 augusti 2018 |
57 min
This week's guest is the the graphic designer and illustrator for A Study in Emerald, Nemo's War and Lisboa among many others, Ian O'Toole. We discuss his formative years, how he stumbled into the board game world and why Glory to Rome is better than anything else...but which games did he choose?
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Brothers- A 5G4D Review
20 augusti 2018 |
5 min
Ben goes out into the pastures to feed the animals and while he's there he opines on Brothers by Ankama Games.
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Edge of Humanity- A 5G4D Review
17 augusti 2018 |
7 min
Ben sits in the kitchen of the cabin and faces the reality of what's beyond the walls by reviewing Edge of Humanity.
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Cole Wehrle
13 augusti 2018 |
70 min
This week Ben speaks to designer of An Infamous Traffic, John Company and Root,Cole Wehrle. We discuss war games, getting a PhD and being a full time game producer, but which games did he choose?
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Brass: BIrmingham- A 5G4D Review
6 augusti 2018 |
6 min
Ben wipes off the coal dust from his hands and examines the Victorian joys of Brass: Birmingham.
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The Colonists- A 5G4D Review
3 augusti 2018 |
5 min
Ben thinks big when he reviews The Colonists from Lookout Games.
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Bez Sharihari
30 juli 2018 |
64 min
This week Ben interviews designer of Yogi and Wibble, Bez Sharihari. They discuss her youth in Iran, the nature of identity and what games are for. But which games did she choose?
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Founders of Gloomhaven- A 5G4D Review
23 juli 2018 |
8 min
There is no better place than the kitchen of the cabin to ruminate on the building of a new city and Founders of Gloomhaven offers a springboard for such arid examination.
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Last Will- A 5G4D Review
20 juli 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin with a bath tub gin and a dried up, rolled up stinging nettle and discusses the comic delights of Last Will.
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Mark Herman
16 juli 2018 |
74 min
This week I speak to the daddy of war gaming Mark Herman! We discuss what a war game actually is, working at the pentagon and Edward Snowden. But which games did he choose?
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Renegade- A 5G4D Review
9 juli 2018 |
5 min
Do you like opinions? Well have I got opinions for you?On Renegade!
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Fox in the Forest- A 5G4D Review
7 juli 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and reviews the two player trick-taker Fox in the Forest.
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Max Davie
2 juli 2018 |
52 min
In this episode Ben talks to prominent physician Max Davie. They discuss cutting up dead bodies, how much time your children should REALLY spend in front of the T.V. and what a well respected doctor is doing in the murky world of board game media...but which games did he choose?
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Azul- A 5G4D Review
25 juni 2018 |
5 min
Ben sits at the kitchen table and plays with the pretty pieces that make up Azul.
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The Mind- A 5G4D Review
22 juni 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits in the cabin and ruminates over the exercise in telepathy that is The Mind.
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Reiner Knizia
18 juni 2018 |
62 min
This week Ben talks to the legend that is Reiner Knizia. They discuss the the importance of mathematics, how to be prolific and why he doesn't play other people's games, but which games did he choose?
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UKGE- A 5G4D Review
11 juni 2018 |
6 min
After his brief expedition to the post-brexit hellscape of the formerly "just fine" Britain, Ben talks about his experiences at the UK Games Expo.
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Holding On- A 5G4D Review
8 juni 2018 |
7 min
The game up for appraisal this time the, yet to be released, title from Hub Games, Holding On the troubled life of Billy Kerr.
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Nick Mariner
4 juni 2018 |
61 min
In this week's show Ben speaks to blogger, raconteur and all round board game intellectual Nick Mariner of I call Yellow. We discuss his history and gaming and his work promoting the study of history, but which games did he choose?
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Viticulture- A 5G4D Review
28 maj 2018 |
5 min
Another review fresh from the cabin! In this one Ben looks at the oasis of calm that is Viticulture.
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City of Horror- A 5G4D Review
25 maj 2018 |
6 min
Ben sits at the kitchen table and reviews the zombie classic, City of Horror.
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David Turczi
21 maj 2018 |
55 min
This week I invite the designer of Redacted, Anachrony and the upcoming Dice Settlers, David Turczi into the cabin. We discuss the corruption of his home country, moving to a foreign land and working with Vlaada Chvatil, but which games did he choose?
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Wordsy- A 5G4D Review
20 maj 2018 |
6 min
Ben sit's calmly in the cabin and reviews Wordsy form Gil Hova and Formal Ferret Games.
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Tony Boydell
7 maj 2018 |
58 min
This week I invite the designer of one of my favorite games, Guilds of London to the cabin. We discuss his process, the demise of the British rail system and designing a game just for his family. But what games did he choose?
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Dragon Castle- A 5G4D Review
30 april 2018 |
6 min
This week Ben sits in the cabin over a steaming pot of nettle tea and ruminates on the wonderful Dragon Castle by Horrible Games.
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Liesbeth Bos
23 april 2018 |
41 min
This week I talk to children's game designer Liesbeth Bos. We discuss the challenges of designing for children, her history in product design and what children can teach us about life.
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Alien Artifacts- A 5G4D Review
16 april 2018 |
8 min
Do you love electronica and a discussion of the merits of Alien Artifacts? I've got you covered.
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Ignacy Trzewiczek
9 april 2018 |
62 min
In this week's show I interview the designer of Imperial Settlers and Robinson Crusoe, Ignacy Trzewiczek. We chat about running a publishing house and gaming after the Iron Curtain fell. To donate to the Ugandan Board Game Convention visit:https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/uganda-village-board-game-convention
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Seafall- A 5G4D Review
2 april 2018 |
7 min
This week Ben sits in the Cabin and reviews the legacy game, Seafall.
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Dan Hughes
26 mars 2018 |
59 min
This week I talk to presenter of This Game is Broken and regular Dice Tower contributor, Dan Hughes. We talk about his work for charity, his work as a mental health nurse, modern attitudes to mental health and the state of board game media. But which games did he choose?
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Spyrium- A 5G4D Review
19 mars 2018 |
7 min
Another day looking out on the wasteland the planet has become and thinking about games. This time Ben reviews Spyrium by William Attia and Ystari Games.
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Kathleen Mercury
12 mars 2018 |
63 min
This week I speak to games teacher and designer of the upcoming Dirty Dragons from Kolossal Games, Kathleen Mercury. We talk about the challenges in teaching game design to gifted children and the rewards in organising a gaming con. But which games did she choose?
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Through the Ages- A 5GFD Review
5 mars 2018 |
5 min
Ben sits in the kitchen of the cabin, listens to smooth electronica and reviews the civilisation classic Through the Ages.
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Isaac Shalev
26 februari 2018 |
62 min
In this week's episode I talk to renaissance man, Isaac Shalev. We talk about his history as a designer, the joys of working in a partnership and how his faith influences him and his work. But which games did he choose?
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Rise of a Remnant.
19 februari 2018 |
17 min
Based on the board game, City of Remnants, Rise of a Remnant charts the rise, through the criminal underworld, of a young hungry "rem". The City of Remnants is a city populated by alien refugees that have been captured by the cruel overlords of the galaxy, The Yugi. If you're not big enough to work in the mines or strong enough to fight at the front you are thrown in to The City of Remnants to struggle for the meagre life that can be found there. This is a short story written and performed by Ben Maddox.
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Gil Hova
9 februari 2018 |
59 min
In this episode I speak to owner of Formal Ferret Games and the designer of The Networks, Gil Hova. He tells me why he was dysfunctional as child, what the guy from Paizo did to him and the future for Formal Ferret Games but what games will he choose?
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