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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to our podcast!! Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the theme, mechanics, or length of game, we hope to demystify the negative stigma that often accompanies tabletop gaming and help players realize the tabletop gaming world i ...
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You’ve heard us mention it for over a year now…and today it finally hits the table. One of our highest rated games according to the Board Game world, today we tackle Wingspan. In Wingspan you are bird enthusiasts—researchers, bird watchers, ornithologists, and collectors—seeking to discover and attract the best birds to your network of wildlife pre…
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In this Mancala world you'll be moving 5 different tribes through the board to gain as many resources as possible! Five Tribes is a classic amongst Board Gamers and for those interested in a Hobby Gaming space, Robbie might argue this is a must play! With one of the more unique mechanics you'll find amongst this desert adventure.. what do the Bards…
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Welcome to the Table, and we’re back with another fantastic episode!! Every 10th episode we bring a top 10 list, and today is no different. In today's episode we're discussing our top 10 games to bring out when it's just us and one other. Whether it's a date board game night, or hanging out with a coworker, sometimes you need that game that hits ju…
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In 2020 the world found itself amidst a global pandemic, but the creators of this board game have had folks experiencing this for years. Today's game talks about Pandemic, the board game where you and your team will work together to stop the spread of disease worldwide. Through unique roles, a random deck to oversee the spread of the viruses, and m…
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Buy a Railroad, Produce Commodities, or Invest in a Town?? In today's game you'll have the potential to start your empire of the woodlands with some incredible gameplay as an introduction into a lighter step of modern hobby gaming. Whether you want to push your luck and wait for the best time to cash in on your resources, or take the sure bet on yo…
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Tile Laying Games are a Personal favorite of Robbie’s, and throw in some Polyomino pieces and Jason’s in as well. Today’s game is an award winning Tile Placement game where you’ll be building your very own Kingdom under a small restriction to add a little bit of pressure. Do the Bards agree with its award winning status? Do we see another Double Do…
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**Sorry for Robbie's Audio Issues. He tried a new camera for the Youtube version and accidentally selected it for his audio as well!! Will be fixed for next episode!!** Today we welcome our next incredible guest to the channel, James Hudson of Druid City Games! He's the owner and one of the game designers as well as a family friend of Jason's! In t…
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DND is a game/play experience that for many can serve as the gateway into the hobby gaming world. Today's game takes the themes and characters from DND bringing them to the Lords of Waterdeep Board Game! Here you'll help influence a town as you recruit talent and warriors to help you quest, purchase property, and assert your dominion over the other…
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Yahtzee is a tried and true classic in the board game world. The joy of seeing those dice roll into the combo you're looking for is extremely satisfying. In today's game we take Yahtzee one step further with Kaiju monsters who look to prove who is the mightiest in their conquest of Tokyo. King of Tokyo by Iello Games is one of the best gateway game…
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There is just something about Dragons. Whether it's in Game of Thrones, Wyrmspan, or even music dragons seem to be universally loved and appreciated. In today's game we head to a dragon town to visit shops and embrace combos as you gather reputation in this wonderful game. Flamecraft is a game Jason's been playing since it Kickstarted, and today we…
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Two Player Games are a staple of the modern board gaming world. Whether they are games that play well at a two-player count or games specifically designed for two players, these types of games have a very specific place on your shelf. In today's game we discuss polyomino games with our first two-player game as well as our first dive into polyomino …
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Do you love dogs?? Do you love cute art in a board game? If you answered yes to one or both of those questions than do we have a great game for you!! In today's video we are talking about Dog Park a game where you recruit dogs into your kennel to take them on luxurious walks through the park! Dog Park is a mid-weight, competitive set-collection and…
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Welcome to the Table, and we’re back with another fantastic episode!! Yall loved our Top 10 games to start a collection with, well today we’re taking things a little lighter in episode 20! Today’s episode contains Jason and Robbie’s Top 10 Party Games!! Now the definition of Party Game can feel a little loose, and depending on your group certain ga…
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What if I told you there was a way to play a deck builder where you ALSO got to experience moving pieces around on a board? For many gamers you have two worlds, card games and board games, well today's game combines those incredible worlds. Here you'll see a world of Dungeon Diving taken to the extreme as you race against your friends building the …
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For the Anime Fans of the world, hearing the big three brings three fantastic shows to mind that have shaped modern anime. In the Hobby Board Game world, the big three include: Settlers of Catan, Carcassone, and today's classic Ticket To Ride. TTR is a drafting placement game where players are creating train routes across North America to get the m…
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Sagrada Familia is one of the modern wonders of the world in its beauty and construction. The immaculate stain glass windows will wow most who see them, and in today's game you get the task of building their next piece. This board game takes translucent die and allows players to follow a strict pattern where you can consctruct works of art. This di…
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Comic Books have taken ahold of many lives since we were children, but in the mid 2000's we saw Marvel Comics go one step further and take over the theatre. Comic Movies have changed cinema (for the positive or negative) and the Heroes we know have become parts of our lives. In today's episode we discuss a new board game mechanic, Co-Op games, wher…
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Today we welcome our first guest to the channel, and yall it’s one who we never dreamed would be possible! Jamey Stegmaier is a Board Game Business Owner, Game Designer, Game Publisher, and Disc Golfer!! He’s a perfect guest to have on the show with Jason and Robbie, and today we’re talking Board Game Mechanics. Whether it’s Dice Chucking, Push You…
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Risk is one of the most classic board games of all time. World domination is the goal and for many folks it is their first real dive into a more strategy intense game. In today’s episode we’re going to talk about a Modern Hobby Gaming alternative that brings a little more whimsical fun to world domination. Small world is inhabited by a zany cast of…
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Released in 2008 we head back in time of Modern Hobby Gaming to head to the STONE AGE!! In this Introductory Euro style game you'll be using worker placement with your tribe to gather resources and advance your way towards Buildings and Civilization in today's game. A classic in Jason's house while being a first time play for Robbie...it's sure to …
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Trick Takers Unite!! Whether you come from Hearts, Spades, or even Rook today we dive into a massive genre of games and tackle The Crew! In this game, you and your crew are traveling through space trying to complete a series of 50 missions that increase in difficulty as you go. We thought Jason and Robbie had a bond, and them playing today’s game t…
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"You are a monarch, like your parents before you, a ruler of a small pleasant kingdom of rivers and evergreens. Unlike your parents, however, you have hopes and dreams! You want a bigger and more pleasant kingdom, with more rivers and a wider variety of trees. You want a Dominion!" In this CLASSIC Deck Builder you'll experience what is sitting just…
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Welcome to the Table, and if you're our target audience for this podcast...this episode is ESPECIALLY for you!! In today's episode, the Bards sit down and discuss the top 10 games you should consider acquiring if you're looking to start a modern hobby-gaming collection. Now we've set up some special parameters to not just list our previous 9 episod…
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In this dice-rolling extravaganza, we welcome you to the LOVELY city where you'll be the Mayor! Constructing new structures like fields, restaurants, and even a mall if you're lucky! This is an evergreen game that sits just outside of the classics of modern Hobby Gaming, and our bards have some mixed feelings!! Our first episode where someone chang…
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History is filled with iconic and powerful figures who have helped shape the world as we know it today. Let's take a minute to be honest though: most of the history books tell the stories of the men throughout. In today's game we get to learn Her story. HerStory introduces us to the stories of powerful and amazing women who helped influence history…
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Whether it's F1 or Nascar or even Derby Racing...there is something to the thrill of speed. Watching vehicles fly around corners whilst pushing the limits of physics can feel like an absolute rush. Even if you live a less adrenaline-filled life and prefer racing in the realm of Mario, we can all find some form of motorsport we enjoy. Finding a BOAR…
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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to our podcast!! Here we are in our 6th episode taking you to a different part of the Tabletop world!! Our first game isn't really a board per se (Splendor had tiles laid out) but this card game will make any Yugioh/Magic/Pokemon TCG player ecstatic to get to the table. One of Robbie's favorite games…
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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to our podcast!! Here we are in our 5th episode taking you back in time to the Reinassance! In this set collection game you'll be heading to the market buying land and merchants in order to attract local nobles to visit you. A Spiel des Jahres nominee, this green will be listed as a classic for years…
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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to our podcast!! Episode Four takes us to a simpler time in a town full of sick citizens! Quacks of Quedlinburg was one of the first games Robbie and Jason played together, and it's one of Jason's most played in the last year. What is to love about this press-your-luck bag-building adventure?? You'll…
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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to our podcast!! In Episode Three takes us to a Sushi Restaurant in this card drafting and set collection wonder! Sushi Go Party was one of the first games Robbie added to his collection, and it's one Jason often finds himself recommending. How does this party actually go? Do you have to love sushi i…
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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to our podcast!! In Episode Two we head to the Northwest corner of the United States to a land filled with Foxes, Hawks, Elk, Bears, and Salmon! In this tile laying, varied final scoring, beautiful game there is something in there for everyone. Whether you love nature, or enjoy a nice scenic board Ca…
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We are the Bards of the Board and we welcome you to the pilot episode of our podcast. Jason and Robbie have the goal of introducing non-gamers to the amazing world of tabletop gaming. With over 35 years of modern board gaming experience, we strive to open newer gamers to a variety of games that may be fun and exciting for them. Whether it’s the the…
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