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Tune in every Wednesday to immerse yourself in The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast, dedicated to board games, card games, role-playing, and the miniatures hobby. Join The Secret Cabal Founders: Jamie, Chris, Steve, Don, and Tony T, as they present a captivating array of perspectives on board games, all delivered with a generous dose of irreverent nonsense. Explore the world of role-playing games with The Lord of the Dungeon, and accompany the Filthy Casuals as they delve into the miniatures gaming hobby in Battletome. The Founders and Lords are devoted to providing you with irreverent entertainment, thought-provoking commentary, and an enthusiastic experience centered around the hobbies we love.
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Feya’s Swamp and The Best Part
Today Jamie is joined by game designer David Thompson to discuss his history, his design process, and his collaborations.
The Component Show
Anunnaki Dawn of the Gods and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Art of the Encounter
Rewild South America and The Culture of Play
Wine or Vinegar
Aquaria and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Culture of Play
Here Lies and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
The best bits and segments from The Secret Cabal
Xenology and Board Game User Interface
The Spark Of Inspiration
Cthulhu Dark Providence and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Best of 2025
Covenant and the Physicality of Board Games
Session Zero and the Group Charter
The Pirate Republic and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Restarting Your Board Game Collection
A holiday message from The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast
Emberheart and Casual Games For The Holidays
Overcoming Being Uninspired
Speakeasy and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Combat Mechanisms
Phoenix New Horizon and Player Interaction
Listener Inquiry Gallimaufry
Tabriz and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Mystery of the Van Meter Visitor
Adeptus Titanicus
Published 2025-10-14
Episode 331: Betrayal at House on the Hill and Roleplaying and Storytelling
199 min
Betrayal at House on the Hill and Roleplaying and Storytelling
Artificial Intelligence in TTRPGs
Tea Garden and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Oktoberfest - Our Favorite Essen Spiel 2025 Releases
Luthier and The Complexity Issue
Keeping the Momentum
Vantage and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Trends, Patterns, and the Search of Originality
Shackleton Base and Theme and Mechanism Alignment
Becoming The Character
Fate of the Fellowship and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Endgame - Goals, Objectives, and Victory in Board Gaming
Gen Con 2025 Froth List
Galileo Galilei and Cabalist Spicy Hot Takes
Listener Inquiry Gallimaufry
Stupor Mundi and A Short Short Topic Extravaganza
Masterpieces 2
The Dark Quarter and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Sandbox vs On-Rails
Galactic Cruise and The Founders Play Insider
Masterpieces
Cyclades Legendary Edition and Player Interaction
Septima and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Understanding Tariffs with Justin Jacobson
The Mount Rushmore of Tabletop Gaming
Moon and The Hook
Character vs Player Motivation
Beyond the Horizon and A Short Topic Extravaganza
The Three Bears
Brass Birmingham and Enduring Classics
The Perils of Joining a New Group
Published 2025-03-06
Episode 316: Everstone Discovering Ignis and a Short Topic Extravaganza
199 min
Everstone Discovering Ignis and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Value Of Board Games
Freedom Five and Mastering a Game
Finding the Balance
Atlantis Exodus and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Hobbies New and Old with Rodney Smith
The Best of 2024
SETI and the 2025 Shelf of Shame Challenge
Campaign Implosion and Player Preparation
Endeavor Deep Sea and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Doggerland and The Newlywed Game Founders Edition
Our New Pathfinder 2e Campaign
Fromage and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Designer Spotlight Ryan Laukat
Black Forest and Peak Froth
Balancing Rewards and The Virtue Engine
Creature Caravan and A Short Topic Extravaganza
The Mystery of the Hopkinsville Goblins
Oktoberfest - A Celebration of the Spiel 2024 Releases
Halloween and The Secret Cabal Twilight Zone
Developing a New Adventuring Party
Andromeda's Edge and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Learning Roleplaying and Board Games
Published 2024-09-17
Episode 305: Wondrous Creatures and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
172 min
Wondrous Creatures and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
Metacurrencies and PC Advancement
Rise and Fall and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Windmill Valley and The Social Game
Playing the Game or Roleplaying The Character
Intent to Kill and A Short Topic Extravaganza
3D Printing and Mutant Year Zero Zone Wars
Forges of Ravenshire and The Derivation of Fun
Gen Con 2024 Froth List
Published 2024-07-09
Lords of the Dungeon 76: Making Your Setting Feel Alive and Sudden Campaign Ends
63 min
Making Your Setting Feel Alive and Sudden Campaign Ends
Sea of Legends and The Episode 300 Retrospective
Fractured Sky and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Mothership, Shadowrun, and Player Created NPC
Age of Comics and The Cabalists Court of Fairness
Innovations, Novelties, and Gimmicks
Rats of Wistar and an Ameritrash Extravaganza
The Quiet Year, Fallout, and Superheroes
Nova Roma and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Fallout and Other Television
Aquatica and Randomness vs Determinism
Exploitable Abilities
The Fox Experiment and Exemplary Mechanisms
Obsession and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2024-03-12
Lords of the Dungeon 72: Our Favorite Characters and Character Idiocracies
63 min
Our Favorite Characters and Character Idiocracies
Wonderland's War and Improving Upon Perfection
Designer Spotlight Martin Wallace
Djinn and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2024-02-13
Lords of the Dungeon 71: Goofing Off vs Getting Serious and Game Master Preparation
67 min
Goofing Off vs Getting Serious and Game Master Preparation
Witchcraft and The 10 Worst Games of All Time
AC's Big Reveal and The Horus Heresy
The Best of 2023 and Lookback
After Us and Irksome Irritants
Published 2024-01-09
Lords of the Dungeon 70: What We Want to Play in 2024 and Player Choice in RPGs
69 min
What We Want to Play in 2024 and Player Choice in RPGs
Raising Robots and The Shelf of Shame Challenge
The Island of Misfit Games with Special Guests
World Wonders and the Newlywed Game Founders Edition
Casual Game Mastering and Inspiration
Last Light and a Short Topic Extravaganza
One Page Rules - Grim Dark Future Firefight and Age of Fantasy Skirmish
The Anatomy of a Game Review
Apiary and Minis, Meeples, and Standees
TV and Movie RPGs and Player Engagement
Ancient Knowledge and a Short Topic Extravaganza
A Message About Episode 284
The Mystery of the Flatwoods Monster
The Thing and Behavioral Economics
Published 2023-10-10
Lords of the Dungeon 67: Game Masters Do Terrible Things and Player Archetypes
63 min
Game Masters Do Terrible Things and Player Archtypes
Village Big Box and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Designer Spotlight Uwe Rosenberg
Age of Innovation and Defining The Fun
Published 2023-09-12
Lords of the Dungeon 66: Talespire, Novel Mechanisms and the Suspension of Disbelief
66 min
Talespire, Novelty Mechanisms and the Suspension of Disbelief
Star Trek Away Missions and A Short Topic Extravaganza
The Alien Brain of Tabletop Gamers
Star Wars Shatterpoint
Expeditions and Tactics vs Strategy
The Responsibility of Character Investment
Thunder Road Vendetta and Losing
The Hottest Games Releasing At GenCon 2023
Distilled and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Acting, Improv and Thinking on Your Feet
Hegemony Lead Your Class to Victory and Origins 2023
Maharaja and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2023-06-13
Lords of the Dungeon 63: Criminal Muppets, Roleplaying Mental Trauma and PC Conflict
67 min
Criminal Muppets, Roleplaying Mental Trauma and PC Conflict
The Witcher Old World and The Cabalists Court
Warhammer Digital Games and Space Station Zero
Darwin's Journey and Games That Fired Other Games
Published 2023-05-09
Lords of the Dungeon 62: Jess the Dungeon Master and What We Look For In RPG Game Systems
77 min
Jess the Dungeon Master and What We Look For In RPG Game Systems
Masters of the Universe and Civilization Games
Designer Spotlight Jamey Stegmaier
Beast and Worn Out Genres and Mechanisms
Published 2023-04-11
Lords of the Dungeon 61: Honor Among Thieves, Dragonlance and Leveraging PC Backstories
66 min
Honor Among Thieves, Dragonlance and Leveraging PC Backstories
Earth and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2023-03-28
Battletome Vol 6: Warhammer 40k, Star Wars Shatterpoint, Battletech and More
74 min
Warhammer 40k, Star Wars Shatterpoint, Battletech and More
Defining a Classic Tabletop Game
Atiwa and Thematic Mechanisms
Published 2023-03-07
Lords of the Dungeon 60: Taking a Break from RPGing and Homebrew vs Official Settings
67 min
Taking a Break from RPGing and Homebrew vs Official Settings
Dead of Winter and Exploring Psychology in Board Games
Board Game Geek
Autobahn and a Short Topic Extravaganza
ChatGPT and Managing Player Abilities
Encyclopedia and The X Factor of Popular Board Games
The Best of 2022 and Lookback
Starship Captains and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Catching Up With The Lords
Lacrimosa and Keeping Your Gaming Life Fresh
Ahoy and The Games of Christmas Past Present and Future
Helping Santa Gift Games To Gamers
Sabotage and Revisiting Crowdfunding
Alma Mater and What We're Thankful For In Gaming
Published 2022-11-01
Episode 260: Endless Winter Paleoamericans and a Short Topic Extravaganza
172 min
Endless Winter Paleoamericans and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Night of the Living Dead and What To Watch This Halloween
Witchstone and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Furnace and Matters of Complexity
Sniper Elite and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Battletech, Frostgrave, Warcry
The Great Wall and Revisiting Replayability
Final Girl and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2022-07-19
Episode 253: Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
170 min
Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
Published 2022-07-05
Episode 252: The Snallygaster Situation and The Production, Gameplay and Cost of Board Games
170 min
The Snallygaster Situation and The Production, Gameplay and Cost of Board Games
Dice Realms and The Top 1000 Club
Golem and a Short Off-Topic Extravaganza
Boonlake and The Evolution of Game Designs
Ark Nova and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Hunger and Games We Would Add to the BGG Top 100
We're Back and Catching Up with the Founders!
Health Update and What's Next?
The Island of Misfit Games
The Island of Misfit Games
Sleeping Gods and The Newlywed Game Founders Edition
Published 2021-12-07
Lords of the Dungeon 57: Heirs to Heresy, Fallout and Our Tabletop RPG Pet Peeves
60 min
Heirs to Heresy, Fallout and Our Tabletop RPG Pet Peeves
It's a Wonderful World and Designer Bodies of Work
Brilliant Game Mechanisms in Board Games
Anno 1800 and Second Chance Board Games
Published 2021-11-09
Lords of the Dungeon 56: Fallout, Story Arc or Character Arc and Video Games That Make Great RPGs
60 min
Fallout, Story Arc or Character Arc and Video Games That Make Great RPGs
Struggle of Empires and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-10-26
Express 77: The Return of Horror Video Games with Matt Evans of Board Game Replay
67 min
The Return of Horror Video Games with Matt Evans of Board Game Replay
Unfathomable, Our Spooky Board Game Rethemes and The Gatekeeper's Horror Movie Trivia Game
Published 2021-10-12
Lords of the Dungeon 55: GM Prep, Spooky Adventures and Roleplaying Fear
74 min
GM Prep, Spooky Adventures and Roleplaying Fear
Clash of Cultures and The Unwritten Rules
Star Wars Legion
Published 2021-09-21
Express 76: Are Board Game Conventions Still Relevant? Featuring Rodney Smith and Joel Eddy
68 min
Are Board Game Conventions Still Relevant? Featuring Rodney Smith of Watch It Played and Joel Eddy of Drive Thru Games
Through The Ages: A New Story of Civilization and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-09-07
Lords of the Dungeon 54: Creating and Running Villains and Gaming Group Styles
64 min
Creating and Running Villains and Gaming Group Styles
Descent Legends of the Dark and Does Size Matter
Challenges in Board Games
SpaceCorp 2025-2300AD and The Shelf of Shame
Published 2021-08-10
Lords of the Dungeon 53: Alien RPG, Cyberpunk Red vs Shadowrun and The Tone of the Campaign
62 min
Alien RPG, Cyberpunk Red vs Shadowrun and The Tone of the Campaign
Published 2021-08-03
Episode 236: Beyond the Sun, Lookback at 2020 Part 1 and Its Not My Jam
195 min
Beyond the Sun, Look Back at 2020 Part 1 and Its Not My Jam
Mind MGMT and Nailing a Board Game Theme
High vs Low Complexity Roleplaying Games
Published 2021-07-06
Episode 234: Oath Chronicles of Empire and Exile and a Short Topic Extravaganza
183 min
Oath Chronicles of Empire and Exile and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-06-29
Battletome Vol 3: Age of Sigmar 3rd Edition with Joel Eddy of Drive Thru Games
103 min
Age of Sigmar 3rd Edition with Joel Eddy of Drive Thru Games
The Psychology of a Gaming Junkie
Published 2021-06-15
Episode 233: Titans and Is Kickstarter Killing Board Game Expansions Reaction
172 min
Titans and Is Kickstarter Killing Board Game Expansions Reaction
Three Pillars of a Strong Party
Monumental and Analysis Paralysis and Downtime
Tabletop Trends and Gaming Guts
Published 2021-05-18
Episode 231: Nidavellir, Chimera Station and a Short Topic Extravaganza
197 min
Nidavellir, Chimera Station and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-05-11
Lords of the Dungeon 50: Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay and Our Game Group Reboot
59 min
Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay and Our Game Group Reboot
Deranged and Returning to Normalcy
The Four Types of Immersion
After the Empire, Viticulture and Two Truths and a Lie
Published 2021-04-13
Lords of the Dungeon 49: Making Skills More Exciting and Our Favorite RPG Moments
67 min
Making Skills More Exciting and Our Favorite RPG Moments
Published 2021-04-06
Episode 228: Res Arcana, Underwater Cities and a Short Topic Extravaganza
181 min
Res Arcana, Underwater Cities and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-03-30
Battletome Vol 2: Monsterpocalypse and Games Miniatures Gamers and Board Gamers can Play Together
134 min
Monsterpocalypse and Games Miniatures Gamers and Board Gamers can Play Together
The Cost and Value of Board Games
Hallertau, Clinic and The Founders Play Insider
Where Did It All Go Wrong?
Published 2021-03-02
Episode 226: Grand Austria Hotel, Chronicle of Crime and Managing a Game Collection
168 min
Grand Austria Hotel, Chronicle of Crime and Managing a Game Collection
Mystery Board Games with Dan King the Game Boy Geek
Published 2021-02-16
Episode 225: Dwellings of Eldervale, Puerto Rico and a Short Topic Extravaganza
202 min
Dwellings of Eldervale, Puerto Rico and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-02-09
Lords of the Dungeon 47: Problems All Tabletop Role Playing Gamers Experience
58 min
Problems All Tabletop Role Playing Gamers Experience
Published 2021-02-02
Episode 224: Praga Caput Regni, Flotilla, Maracaibo and Movies, TV and Board Games
181 min
Praga Caput Regni, Flotilla, Maracaibo and Movies, TV and Board Games
Theme, Lore and Backstory in Tabletop Game
Published 2021-01-19
Episode 223: Aliens: Another Glorious Day in the Corps and A Short Topic Extravaganza
176 min
Aliens: Another Glorious Day in the Corps and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2021-01-12
Lords of the Dungeon 46: Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay and Challenging Combat
61 min
Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay and Challenging Combat
Published 2021-01-05
Episode 222: Dune Imperium, Sanctum and Reprints, Reimplementations and Nostalgia
200 min
Dune Imperium, Sanctum and Reprints, Reimplementations and Nostalgia
Published 2020-12-29
Battletome Vol 1: Warcry Review and Our Miniatures Gaming and Hobby Projects
102 min
Warcry Review and Our Miniatures Gaming and Hobby Projects
Holiday Gift Giving with Rodney Smith of Watch It Played
Published 2020-12-15
Episode 221: Altar Quest, Cthulhu Death May Die and A Potpourri of Short Topics of Yesteryear Extravaganza
194 min
The Secret Cabal Holiday Special featuring Altar Quest, Cthulhu Death May Die and A Potpourri of Short Topics of Yesteryear Extravaganza
Published 2020-12-08
Lords of the Dungeon 45: Fantasy Grounds, Maturing as Gamers and Collaborative Worldbuilding
61 min
Fantasy Grounds, Maturing as Gamers and Collaborative Worldbuilding
Published 2020-12-01
Episode 220: Viscounts of the West Kingdom and The Sins of the Rulebook
180 min
Viscounts of the West Kingdom by Shem Phillips and a discussion called, The Sins of the Rulebook
Trend Setters and Unique Board Games For Your Collection
Published 2020-11-17
Episode 219: The Castles of Tuscany, Coloma and Outdated and Innovative Mechanisms in Game Design
180 min
The Castles of Tuscany from Stefan Feld, Coloma from Jonny Pac and Outdated and Innovative Mechanisms in Game Design
Published 2020-11-10
Lords of the Dungeon 44: Dungeons and Dragons Video Games, An OP Character and Playing Rogues in Fantasy Campaigns
59 min
Dungeons and Dragons Video Games, An OP Character and Playing Rogues in Fantasy Campaigns
Published 2020-11-03
Episode 218: Lost Ruins of Arnak, Everdell and A Short Topic Extravaganza
176 min
Lost Ruins of Arnak, Everdell and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Five Great Modern Horror Video Games with Honorary Founder Matt Evans of Board Game Replay
Published 2020-10-20
Episode 217: Paranormal Detectives, Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein and Nightmare Gaming Stories
206 min
Paranormal Detectives from Lucky Duck Games, Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein from Plaid Hat Games and Nightmare Gaming Stories
Published 2020-10-13
Lords of the Dungeon 43: Jess' Campaign, Warhammer FRP Training and Dealing with the Randomness
77 min
Jess' Campaign, Warhammer FRP Training and Dealing with the Randomness
Published 2020-10-06
Episode 216: Marvel United, Tzolk'in The Mayan Calendar and a Short Topic Extravaganza
195 min
A feature review of Marvel United from CMON, A Lookback at Tzolk'in The Mayan Calendar from CGE and a Short Topic Extravaganza.
Published 2020-09-29
Express 65: Reviewing Board Games featuring Rodney Smith of Watch It Played
64 min
Reviewing Board Games featuring Rodney Smith of Watch It Played
Published 2020-09-22
Lords of the Dungeon 42: Star Trek Adventures Post Mortem and Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay Pre-Game
67 min
Star Trek Adventures Post Mortem and Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay Pre-Game
Published 2020-09-15
Episode 215: Undaunted Normandy and North Africa, Cthulhu A Deck Building Game and You Know What I Hate?
207 min
A feature review of Undaunted Normandy and Undaunted North Africa from Osprey Games, A Lookback at Cthulhu A Deck Building Game from Wyvern Gaming and A discussion about things that annoy us in tabletop gaming.
Published 2020-09-08
Express 64: The Impact of Artwork, Graphic Design and Components on the Gaming Experience
63 min
The Impact of Artwork, Graphic Design and Components on the Gaming Experience
Published 2020-09-01
Episode 214: Ride the Rails, Era The Medieval Age and A Short Topic Extravaganza
203 min
A feature review of Ride the Rails from Captstone Games, A Lookback at Era The Medieval Age from Eggertspiele and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2020-08-25
Express 63: Gaming In-Person and The Games from 2020 That We're Excited To Play When We Finally Do
62 min
Gaming In-Person and The Games from 2020 That We're Excited To Play When We Finally Do
Published 2020-08-18
Episode 213: Forgotten Waters and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
205 min
A feature review of Forgotten Waters from Plaid Hat Games and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
A Potpourri of Roleplaying Topics
A feature review of Nevada City from Rio Grande Games and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Three Amigos, Rodney Smith of Watch It Played and Marty Connell of Rolling Dice and Taking Names Play The This or That Game
A feature review of Newton from Cranio Creations, a Look Back of Pipeline from Capstone Games and Discussion about Games That Fired Other Games
Published 2020-07-07
Lords of the Dungeon 40: Aaron's First Time GMing and Theater of the Mind
63 min
Aaron's First Time GMing and Theater of the Mind
Published 2020-06-30
Episode 210: Spirit Island and Gaming Etiquette and The Social Contract
179 min
A feature review of Spirit Island from Greater Than Games and Discussion about Gaming Etiquette and The Social Contract
A discussion about Euro Games vs Ameritrash Games and what we like about each
Published 2020-06-16
Episode 209: Escape Plan, Lord of the Rings Journeys In Middle-Earth and A Short Topic Extravaganza
203 min
A feature review of Escape Plan, A Look Back at Lord of the Rings Journeys In Middle-Earth and A Short Topic Extravaganza
The Lords discuss Handling Take-Backs and First Time GM Jitters.
Published 2020-06-02
Episode 208: Quacks of Quedlinburg, Space Gate Odyssey and Developing and Cultivating Strategy
201 min
A feature review of Quacks of Quedlinburg, A Look Back at Space Gate Odyssey and Developing and Cultivating Strategy
The Golden Age of Intellectual Properties in Board Games and The Founders Pitch Their Ideas
Published 2020-05-19
Episode 207: Charterstone, Star Wars Outer Rim and A Short Topic Extravaganza
189 min
A feature review of Charterstone, A Look Back at Star Wars Outer Rim and A Short Topic Extravaganza
The Lords discuss their new endeavour of online role playing and their new Star Trek Adventures campaign.
Published 2020-05-05
Episode 206: Star Trek Ascendency and The Founders Feud with Rodney Smith
189 min
A feature review of Star Trek Ascendency, a look back at Kingsport Festival and The Founder's Feud with Rodney Smith of Watch It Played
Influential Game Mechanisms That Were Game Changers of our Hobby
Published 2020-04-22
Bonus Episode 02: Our Love of Video Games with Matt Evans of Board Game Replay
66 min
The Founders welcome Matt Evans of Board Game Replay to talk about the video games they love past and present.
A feature review of Chimera Station, A Look back at Wingspan and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Founders sit down and talk about whatever comes up - TV, Movies, Grocery Stores, The Lack of Toilet Paper and How They're Handling The Quarantine
Published 2020-03-31
Episode 204: Viticulture, Vindication, Shadows of Brimstone, Wendake and Living without a Game Group
187 min
A feature review of Viticulture Essentials Edition, A Look back at Vindication, Shadows of Brimstone and Wendake and a discussion about living without a game group
Published 2020-03-24
Express 58: Questions, Misconceptions and WTFs of Board Game Publishing with Stephen Buonocore
72 min
Questions, Misconceptions and WTFs of Board Game Publishing with Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games
A feature review of Underwater City and Win Loss Attribution Discussion
Published 2020-03-10
Lords of the Dungeon 37: Puzzles, Letting your DM Down Easy and Playing Religious Characters in Fantasy Games
75 min
The Lords discuss using puzzles in encounters, talking to your DM about not having fun and playing clerics and other religious characters in fantasy games
A feature review of Clinic: Deluxe Editionand a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2020-02-25
Express 57: Replayability with Honorary Founder Dan King The Game Boy Geek
70 min
A discussion about replayability in board games with Honorary Founder Dan King, The Game Boy Geek
Published 2020-02-18
Episode 201: Chronicles of Crime, Dinogenics and The Effect of Complexity on Your Fun
170 min
A feature review of Chronicles of Crime, a look back at Dinogenics and a discussion of the Effect of Complexity on Your Fun
The Lords discuss the Altered Carbon RPG on Kickstarter and playing in High vs Low Level Campaigns
Published 2020-02-04
Episode 200: Puerto Rico, Our Favorite Games We've Reviewed and A Look Back at the Past 8 Years
223 min
In 200th Episode Celebration featuring a feature review of Puerto Rico from Rio Grande Games, Our Favorite Games We've Reviewed and A Look Back at the Past 8 Years
Published 2020-01-28
Express 56: Our Early Days of Gaming and the Top 5 Games that Shaped us as Board Gamers
71 min
Chris and Jamie discuss their early Days of gaming and list the top 5 board games that shaped them as Board Gamers
Published 2020-01-21
Episode 199: Flotilla, Nemesis, Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time and The Death of the Acquisition Disorder
214 min
A feature review of Flotilla from Wiz-Kids, and a Look Back of both Nemesis and Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time and a discussion about the Death of the Acquisition Disorder
Published 2020-01-14
Lords of the Dungeon 35: Campaign Settings of the Past and Wizards in Role Playing Games
75 min
The Lords discuss the Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Settings of the Past and Roleplaying Wizards
A feature review of Maracaibo from Capstone Games and a Short Topic Extravaganza
A feature review of Sanctum from CGE, A Look Back at Auztralia from Stronghold Games and Our Christmas Wishlists
Published 2019-12-10
Lords of the Dungeon 34: Atlas, Using Board Game Minis for RPGs and One-Shot RPGs
58 min
The Lords discuss the Atlas, Using Board Game Minis for RPGs and One-Shot RPGs
Published 2019-12-03
Episode 196: Cthulhu Death May Die, Cerebria and Loss Aversion in Board Games
175 min
A feature review of Cthulhu Death May Die from CMON, A Look Back at Cerebria from Mindclash Games and Loss Aversion in Board Games
Chris and Jamie discuss what we're thankful For on this Thanksgiving
Published 2019-11-19
Episode 195: Batman Gotham City Chronicles and a Short Topic Extravaganza
192 min
A feature review of Batman Gotham City Chronicles from Monolith Editions and and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-11-12
Lords of the Dungeon 33: Tremulus, Collaborative Story Telling, When to Goof Off and Writing Backstories
75 min
The Lords discuss the Tremulus RPG, Collaborative Story Telling, When to Goof Off and Writing Backstories
Published 2019-11-05
Episode 194: Coloma and Game Terms, Buzzwords and The Way We Talk About Games
202 min
A feature review of Coloma from Final Frontier Games and Discuss Game Terms, Buzzwords and The Way We Talk About Games
The Midnite Spook Show Halloween Horror Movie Monster Party
H.P. Lovecraft, The Cthulhu Mythos and the stories, movies, TV Shows and Comics
Published 2019-10-15
Episode 193: Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein, Eschaton and a Spooky Short Topic Extravaganza
199 min
A feature review of Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein from Plaid Hat Games, Look back at Eschaton from Archon Games and a Spine Chilling Halloween Themed Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-10-08
Lords of the Dungeon 32: Feast of Legends, Mothership, Microtransactions and Dice Mechanisms
83 min
The Lords discuss Feast of Legend from Wendy's, Mothership from Tuesday Night Games, Microtransactions and Dice Mechanisms
Published 2019-10-01
Episode 192: Everdell, Too Many Bones, War Chest and Board Game Expansions
190 min
A feature review of Everdell from Starling Games, Look back at both Too Many Bones from Chip Theory Games and War Chest from AEG and a discussion about Board Game Expansions
Jamie and Aaron give an in-depth look at the Aeronautica Imperialis Miniatures Games from Games Workshop
A feature review of Tzolkin The Mayan Calendar by Czech Games Edition and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-09-10
Lords of the Dungeon 31: A Campaign Reborn, The End of the World and Warriors in Role Playing Games
89 min
The Lords discuss their new a Campaign that is resurrected from an old one, their End of the World one-shot and rolplaying Warriors in Role Playing Games
Published 2019-09-03
Episode 190: Cthulhu A Deck Building Game, Root and Approachability in Board Games
201 min
A feature review of Cthulhu A Deck Building Game from Wyvern Gaming, a look back at Root from Leder Games and a discussion about Approachability in Board Games
Jamie and Chris Are Collectors and they discuss their collections
Published 2019-08-20
Episode 189: Era Medieval Age, The Reckoners, Gen Con 2019 and a Short Topic Extravaganza
208 min
A feature review of Era Medieval Age from Plan B Games, a look back at Thunderstone Quest and The Reckoners, Our Gen Con 2019 Retrospective and another Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-08-13
Lords of the Dungeon 30: What New Dungeons and Dragons Class We'd Create and First Time Game Master Tips
73 min
The Lords discuss revisiting an old campaign, what new Dungeons and Dragons class we would create and tops for first time Game Masters
Published 2019-08-06
Episode 188: Carnival of Monsters and Emergent Narrative in Board Games
194 min
A feature review of Carnival of Monsters from Amiga and a discussion about Emergent Narrative in Board Games
Jamie, Tony, Chris, Steve and Don discuss Gen Con 2019 and the games they're most excited about
Published 2019-07-16
Episode 187: Heroes of Land Air and Sea, Gaia Project and a Short Topic Extravaganza
180 min
A feature review of Heroes of Land Air and Sea from Gamelyn Games, Gaia Project from Z-Man games and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-07-09
Lords of the Dungeon 29: Cyberpunk Red, AC's Dice, Balanced Parties and Campaign Goals
73 min
The Lords discuss Cyberpunk Red tabletop RPG, AC's new dice purchases, creating balanced parties and creating campaign and character goals.
Published 2019-07-02
Episode 186: Pipeline, Dinosaur Island, A Feast for Odin and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
193 min
A feature review of Pipeline from Capstone Games, a double feature look back of Dinosaur Island and A Feast for Odin and The Cabalists Court with Judge Topper
Published 2019-06-25
Episode 185: Origins Game Fair, Clans of Caledonia and a Short Topic Extravaganza
214 min
The convention gang talks about their trip to Origins Game Fair, Review Clans of Caledonia and a host another Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-06-11
Lords of the Dungeon 28: Board Gamifying RPGs, Homebrew Settings and Campaign Settings We Want To Try
67 min
The Lords discuss Board Gamifying RPGs, take a listener question about homebrew settings and discuss the campaign settings they would like to play in.
Published 2019-06-04
Episode 184: Lord of the Rings Journeys in Middle Earth, Big Trouble in Little China and Replayability
184 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Lord of the Rings Journeys in Middle Earth from FFG, a look back at Big Trouble in Little China from Everything Epic and discuss Replayability in Board Games
Jamie, Rodney Smith and Marty Connell Discuss Origins Game Fair 2019 and The Impact of Fandom
Published 2019-05-14
Episode 183: Space Gate Odyssey, Lords of Helas and a Short Topic Extravaganza
194 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Space Gate Odyssey from Ludonaute, a look back at Lords of Helas from Awaken Realms and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-05-07
Lords of the Dungeon 27: Upcoming RPGs We're Excited About, ACs Luck and Communicating What You Want in Your Games
71 min
The Lords discuss the upcoming Alien RPG, Shadowrun 6th Edition, Aaron's ongoing trouble with luck and discuss communicating what you want with the rest of your players.
Published 2019-04-30
Episode 182: Star Wars Outer Rim, Thanos Rising and That Junkie Feeling We Feel
190 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Star Wars Outer Rim from Fantasy Flight Games, a look back at Thanos Rising from USAopoly and discuss That Junkie Feeling We Feel
Jamie and Tony discuss Quantic Foundry's new Board Game Motivation Profile App
Published 2019-04-16
Episode 181: Kingsport Festival, Civilization A New Dawn and A Short Topic Extravaganza
171 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Kingsport Festival from Passport Games Studios, a look back at Civilization A New Dawn from Fantasy Flight Games and host a A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-04-09
Lords of the Dungeon 26: Mutants and Masterminds, Fallout and Using Discord for our Campaign
65 min
The Lords discuss the Mutants and Masterminds and Fallout RPGs and discuss their new plan for using Discord as a supplement to their Dungeons and Dragons campaign.
Published 2019-04-02
Episode 180: Wingspan, The Pursuit of Happiness and Our Favorite Game Designers
188 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Wingspan from Stonemaier Games, a look back at The Pursuit of Happiness from Artipia Games and discuss our favorite game designers and our favorite games from them.
Jamie, Chris and Steve talk about games that arent so good but are still fun.
The Founders give an overview and review of Vindication from Orange Nebula, a look back at Rising Sun from CMON and host another A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2019-03-12
Lords of the Dungeon 25: Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Update and The Opening Announce Game Show
63 min
The Lords discuss spin the yarn of the current Dungeons and Dragons campaign and play the Opening Announce Game Show
Published 2019-03-05
Episode 178: Shadows of Brimstone, Empires of the Void 2 and A Short Topic Extravaganza
155 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Shadows of Brimstone from Flying Frog, a look back at Empires of the Void 2 from Red Raven Games and host another A Short Topic Extravaganza
Jamie and Dan King, The Game Boy Geek, discuss the board game X-Factor and what makes his froth at the mouth about games.
The Founders give an overview and review of Wendake from Renegade Games, a look back at Gaslands from Osprey Publishing and discuss player interaction in board games
Published 2019-02-12
Lords of the Dungeon 24: Art and Arcana, Scheduling, Online Roleplaying and Murder Hobos
65 min
The Lords discuss how we schedule our gaming, playing RPGs Online and playing humanity and being a murder hobo.
The Founders give an overview and review of Dinogenics from Ninth Haven Games, a look back at Merlin from Queen Games and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Jamie talks about The Secret Cabal Podcasts, Videos, Fundraising and other behind the scenes aspects.
Today Steve and Jamie go off topic to talk about the movies and TV shows they're excited about!
Published 2019-01-15
Episode 175: Nemesis, The Expanse and Our Hopes and Predictions for 2019
189 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Nemesis from Awaken Realms, a look back The Expanse from Wizkids and talk about our Hopes and Predictions for 2019
Published 2019-01-08
Lords of the Dungeon 23: Feel Bad Moments and Flaws and Hindrances in Your Character
61 min
The Lords discuss Feel Bad Moments and Flaws and Hindrances in Your Character
Jamie, Bender and Aaron talk about assembly, painting, basing and the joy of the miniatures hobby.
Published 2019-01-01
Episode 174: Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time, Defenders of the Realm and our Favorites of 2018 and upcoming in 2019
171 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time, a look back Defenders of the Realm and talk about our Favorites games released in 2018 and our most anticipated games coming in 2019
The Founders give an overview and review of Auztralia from Stronghold Games, Aristeia from Corvus Belli and a Short Topic Extravaganza
A special edition spotlight on Shadowrun 5th Edition from Catalyst Game Labs
Published 2018-12-04
Episode 172: Arkham Horror 3rd Edition, Betrayal at Baldur's Gate and The Founder's Guide to Knowing How To Act Right
209 min
The Founders give an overview and review of Arkham Horror 3rd Edition from Fantasy Flight Games and look back at Betrayal at Baldur's Gate one year later. Then present the Founder's Guide to Knowing How To Act Right
BGGcon 2018 and DIY Tabletop Gaming Accessories
Published 2018-11-20
Episode 171: Cerebria The Inside World, Yokohama and a Short Topic Extravaganza
182 min
The gang features Cerebria The Inside World from Mind Clash Games and looks back at Yokohama from TMG and present a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-11-13
Lords of the Dungeon 21: RPG Sports, GM vs Player Description and Playing Your Alignment
61 min
RPG Sports, GM vs Player Description and Playing Your Alignment
Published 2018-11-06
Episode 170: Blitz Bowl and Blood Bowl Comparison, The Thing Infection at Outpost 31 and Gimmicks in Board Games
189 min
Steve and Jamie compare and contrast Blitz Bowl and Blood Bowl from Games Workshop, look back at The Thing Infection at Outpost 31 from Project Rayfun and discuss Gimmicks in Board Games
Bender and Jamie talk about running a spooky horror role playing session for your players
Essen SPIEL 2018 Preview with Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games
Published 2018-10-16
Episode 169: Eschaton, Folklore the Affliction and a Short Topic Extravaganza
198 min
The Founders feature Eschaton from Archon Games, look back at Folklore the Affliction from Greenbrier Games and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-10-09
Lords of the Dungeon 20: DnD Beyond Look Back, Our Favorite Monsters and The GM and Player Arms Race
67 min
DnD Beyond Look Back, Our Favorite Monsters and The GM and Player Arms Race
Published 2018-10-02
Episode 168: Too Many Bones, Viral and Weight, Complexity, Brainburn and Stress
198 min
The Founders feature Too Many Bones from Chip Theory Games, look back at Viral from Arcane Wonders and and discuss Weight, Complexity, Brainburn and Stress in board games.
Bender and Jamie talk about Empowering characters, pivotal moments and the moral and sadistic choice.
Published 2018-09-18
Episode 167: War Chest, Massive Darkness and A Short Topic Extravaganza
197 min
The Founders feature War Chest from AEG, look back at Massive Darkness from CMON and host another Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-09-11
Lords of the Dungeon 19: Our Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Update and Player Meta
67 min
Our Dungeons and Dragons Camapign Update and Player Meta
Root and The Secret Cabal Playlists
Jamie and Tony talk about Game Rooms and Storage and Organization of Your Collection.
Published 2018-08-21
Dungeon Masters Ludus 06: Game Master Meta, Cheating and Thinking on Your Feet
44 min
Bender and Jamie talk about Game Master Meta, Cheating and Thinking on Your Feet
Published 2018-08-14
Episode 165: The Reckoners, The Godfather and a Short Topic Extravaganza
212 min
The Reckoners Overview and Review, a Look Back at The Godfather and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-08-07
Lords of the Dungeon 18: Betrayal in the Party and Creating Ambiance in your Sessions
71 min
Betrayal in the Party and Creating Ambiance in your Sessions
Published 2018-07-31
Episode 164: Thunderstone Quest, Nemo's War and a Short Topic Extravaganza
215 min
Thunderstone Quest Overview and Review, a Look Back at Nemo's War and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Jamie and Tony preview Gen Con 2018 and Look back at Gen Con 2017
Published 2018-07-17
Episode 163: Gaia Project, Near and Far and The State of Board Gaming Today
224 min
Gaia Project Overview and Review, a Look Back at Near and Far and The State of Board Gaming Today.
Published 2018-07-10
Lords of the Dungeon 17: Knowing What Your Players Can Do and Experience
61 min
Knowing What Your Players Can Do and Experience
Published 2018-07-03
Episode 162: Dinosaur Island, Age of Thieves and a Short Topic Extravaganza
217 min
Dinosaur Island Overview and Review, a Look Back at Age of Thieves and a Short Topic Extravaganza.
Published 2018-06-26
Express 39: Age of Sigmar Second Edition Discussion and First Impressions
59 min
Age of Sigmar Second Edition Discussion and First Impressions
Published 2018-06-19
Episode 161: A Feast for Odin, Railroad Revolution and The Fear of Missing Out
188 min
A Feast for Odin Overview and Review, a Look Back at Railroad Revolution and the Founders discuss FOMO, The Fear of Missing Out.
Published 2018-06-12
Lords of the Dungeon 16: Players Knowing More than the GM and Things We Could Improve Upon in Our Roleplaying
71 min
Players Knowing More than the GM and Things We Could Improve Upon in Our Roleplaying
Published 2018-06-05
Episode 160: Big Trouble in Little China, Watson and Holmes and Our Favorite Gaming Memories
200 min
Mazes and Monsters Review, Origins Event Information, Big Trouble in Little China Board Game Overview and Review, a Look Back at Watson and Holmes, Tabletop Gaming news with Steve hosting and the Founders discuss their Favorite Gaming Memories
Bender and Jamie talk about Game Master Styles
Published 2018-05-22
Express 37: Origins 2018 Pre-Show Fiesta with Rodney Smith and Marty Connell
66 min
Origins 2018 Pre-Show Fiesta with Rodney Smith and Marty Connell
Lords of Hellas, Clank! and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-05-08
Lords of the Dungeon 15: Good and Evil Mixed Parties and The Economy of Loot
70 min
Good and Evil Mixed Parties and The Economy of Loot
Thanos Rising, 51st State and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Just Starting Out As A Game Master, PreGen Characters vs Player Built, Modules vs Custom Adventures
Having and Managing a Game Collection
Published 2018-04-17
Episode 157: Civilization A New Dawn, Onward to Venus, Anachrony and Immersion in Board Games
195 min
Civilization A New Dawn, Onward to Venus, Anachrony and Immersion in Board Games
Published 2018-04-10
Lords of the Dungeon 14: End of the World Followup, GMs Playing Characters and Great Villains in RPGs
74 min
End of the World Followup, GMs Playing Characters and Great Villains in RPGs
The Pursuit of Happiness and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Movies and Board Games with Similar Themes
When You Screw Up and Building Memorable NPCs
Published 2018-03-20
Episode 155: Rising Sun, Assault of the Giants and The Founders Feud 3: The Grudge Match
196 min
Rising Sun, Assault of the Giants and The Founders Feud 3: The Grudge Match
Published 2018-03-14
Lords of the Dungeon 13: Bender's End of the World Game, Repairing a Fractured RPG Group and Dark Earth 1899 Update
56 min
Bender's End of the World RPG, Repairing a Fractured RPG Group and Dark Earth 1899 Update
Published 2018-03-06
Episode 154: Empires of the Void II, Colosseum and a Short Topic Extravaganza
200 min
Empires of the Void II, Colosseum and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-03-02
Dungeon Masters Ludus 02: Making a Great First Adventure in your new RPG Campaign
66 min
Making a Great First Adventure in your new RPG Campaign
Casual Games with Honorary Founder Dan King
Gaslands, Masmorra, and Hidden Movement and Hidden Roles
Published 2018-02-14
Lords of the Dungeon 12: Using Combat Descriptions and Planned Character Evolution
75 min
Using Combat Descriptions and Planned Character Evolution
Merlin, City of Iron, DOOM and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2018-01-31
Dungeon Master's Ludus 01: The First Steps in Creating a Great RPG Campaign
61 min
The First Steps in Creating a Great RPG Campaign
Euro Games, Some We Love and Some We'd Love To Play
The Expanse and Randomness in Gaming
Published 2018-01-10
Lords of the Dungeon 11: How Long RPG Campaigns Should Last and Dark Earth 1899
58 min
How Long RPG Campaigns Should Last and Dark Earth 1899
Published 2018-01-02
Episode 150: Defenders of the Realm, Great Western Trail and a Short Topic Extravaganza
178 min
Defenders of the Realm, Great Western Trail and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2017-12-19
Episode 149: Aristeia, Inis, 2017 Year in Review and our Favorite Games of 2017
182 min
Aristeia, Inis, 2017 Year in Review and our Favorite Games of 2017
Published 2017-12-13
Lords of the Dungeon 10: Xanathar's Guide to Everything, Fate Core's Fate and Making Combat Fun For Everyone
69 min
Xanathar's Guide to Everything, Fate Core's Fate and Making Combat Fun For Everyone
Published 2017-12-05
Episode 148: Betrayal at Baldur's Gate, Defenders of the Last Stand and A Short Topic Extravaganza
185 min
Betrayal at Baldur's Gate, Defenders of the Last Stand and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Mystery Television Series
Published 2017-11-14
Episode 147: The Thing Infection at Outpost 31, Conan and Second Chance Board Games
156 min
The Thing Infection at Outpost 31, Conan and Second Chance Board Games
Published 2017-11-08
Lords of the Dungeon 9: Super Villain Campaigns and Getting Players Invested
64 min
Super Villain Campaigns and Getting Players Invested
Published 2017-10-31
Episode 146: Folklore The Affliction, Mythos Tales and A Spooky Short Topic Extravaganza
171 min
Folklore The Affliction, Mythos Tales and A Spooky Short Topic Extravaganza
Herbert West Reanimator Audio Drama
Hosting a Halloween Game Night
Published 2017-10-17
Episode 145: Yokohama, Terraforming Mars and Games That Fired Other Games
184 min
Yokohama, Terraforming Mars and Games That Fired Other Games
Published 2017-10-10
Lords of the Dungeon 8: Select an Appropriate RPG System and The Fate Core System
87 min
Select an Appropriate RPG System and The Fate Core System
Viral, Trickarion and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Joy of Warhammer 40,000 with Bender and Jamie
Published 2017-09-19
Episode 143: Massive Darkness, Mansions of Madness Second Edition and Nostalgia in Board Games
165 min
Massive Darkness, Mansions of Madness Second Edition and Nostalgia in Board Games
Published 2017-09-12
Express 30: The Further Evolving Board Game Industry and Community with Rodney Smith
66 min
The Further Evolving Board Game Industry and Community with Rodney Smith
Overcoming GM Anxiety
Published 2017-08-29
Episode 142: Fate of the Elder Gods, Cry Havoc, Gen Con 2017 Post-Show and a Short Topic Extravaganza
196 min
Fate of the Elder Gods, Cry Havoc, Gen Con 2017 Post-Show and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Our Favorite Things and Games That Do Them Well
Power Gaming and Min-Maxing
The Gen Con 2017 Pre-Show Spectacular filled with guests, tips, stories and nonsense!
Published 2017-08-01
Episode 140: The Godfather Corleone's Empire, Mare Nostrum Empires and The Secret Cabal Playlists
180 min
The Godfather Corleone's Empire, Mare Nostrum Empires and The Secret Cabal Playlists
Ask Steve Anything!
Published 2017-07-18
Episode 139: Nemo's War, Warhammer Quest Silver Tower and a Short Topic Extravaganza
203 min
Nemo's War, Warhammer Quest Silver Tower and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Death and Consequences
Published 2017-07-04
Episode 138: Near and Far, My Village, Origins 2017 and Technology in Tabletop Gaming
200 min
Near and Far, My Village, Origins 2017 and Technology in Tabletop Gaming
10 Games that Don't Hit The Table... But Should.
Published 2017-06-21
Episode 137: Age of Thieves, Moonga Invaders and A Short Topic Extravaganza
178 min
Age of Thieves, Moonga Invaders and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2017-06-14
Express 26: The Lords of the Dungeon talk Board Games, CCGs, Miniatures and LARPing
67 min
The Lords of the Dungeon talk Board Games, CCGs, Miniatures and LARPing
Published 2017-06-06
Episode 136: Railroad Revolution, Railways of the World and a Short Topic Extravaganza
158 min
Railroad Revolution, Railways of the World and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Uncomfortable Situations
Published 2017-05-16
Episode 135: Watson and Holmes, Star Wars Rebellion and Playing to Your Potential
166 min
Watson and Holmes, Star Wars Rebellion and Playing to Your Potential
On Rails vs Sandbox Campaigns
Published 2017-05-03
Episode 134: Clank, A Game of Thrones and a Short Topic Extravaganza Founders Edition
181 min
Clank, A Game of Thrones and a Short Topic Extravaganza Founders Edition
The Three Amigos play The This or That Game
51st State, Mombasa and So Many Favorites
The Technology Level in Your Game
Anachrony, Nippon and A Short Topic Extravaganza
The Future of The Secret Cabal
Alternate Reality Games
Published 2017-03-14
Episode 131: Onward to Venus, Broom Service and Board Games that Tell Stories
190 min
Onward to Venus, Broom Service and Board Games that Tell Stories
Meet The New Cast!
Building a Better Party
Published 2017-02-28
Episode 130: Assault of the Giants, Raiders of the North Sea and A Short Topic Extravaganza
187 min
Assault of the Giants, Raiders of the North Sea and A Short Topic Extravaganza
Euro Games for Ameritrash Gamers Featuring Dan King
Published 2017-02-14
Episode 129: Colosseum, Imperial Assault, Four Big Announcments and The Cost and Value of Board Games
202 min
Colosseum, Imperial Assault, Four Big Announcments and The Cost and Value of Board Games
Published 2017-01-31
Episode 128: Masmorra: Dungeons of Arcadia, Porta Nigra and A Short Topic Extravaganza
190 min
Masmorra: Dungeons of Arcadia, Porta Nigra and A Short Topic Extravaganza
27 Games We're Frothing at the Mouth for in 2017
DOOM, Runebound, The Gamers Dictionary: Elegance
Published 2017-01-03
Episode 126: City of Iron 2nd Edition, Blood Rage, Our Favorites of 2016 and a Short Topic Extravaganza
172 min
City of Iron 2nd Edition, Blood Rage, Our Favorites of 2016 and a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2016-12-20
Episode 125: Great Western Trail, Above and Below and Board Games Past, Present and Future
154 min
Great Western Trail, Above and Below and Board Games Past, Present and Future
Published 2016-12-14
Express 21: Great Gift Ideas for the Gamer in Your Life with Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games
71 min
Great Gift Ideas for the Gamer in Your Life with Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games
Inis, Rum and Bones and Standing the Test of Time
In Express 20, Chris and Jamie list Ten Games That Consistently Hit the Table
Conan, TIME Stories and a Miniatures Games Roundtable
Published 2016-11-01
Episode 122: Defenders of the Last Stand and a Short Topic Extravaganza
165 min
Defenders of the Last Stand and a Short Topic Extravaganza
The Dunwich Horror Audio Drama
Published 2016-10-18
Episode 121: Mythos Tales, Far Space Foundry and Horror Films turned Board Game
176 min
Mythos Tales, Far Space Foundry and Horror Films turned Board Game
Terraforming Mars, La Granja and The Hype Machine
Published 2016-09-20
Episode 119: Trickerion Legends of Illusion, Warbands Against the Darkness and a Short Topic Extravaganza
173 min
Trickerion Legends of Illusion, Warbands Against the Darkness and a Short Topic Extravaganza
In Express 18, Tony and Jamie are joined by Chris Cantrell of Riot Games to discuss their first board game release, Mechs vs Minions.
Published 2016-09-06
Episode 118: Mansions of Madness Second Edition, Arena of the Planeswalkers and The Impact of Artwork in Board Games
159 min
In Episode 118 the Founders Review Mansions of Madness Second Edition, look back at Arena of the Planeswalkers and discuss The Impact of Artwork in Board Games
Published 2016-08-23
Episode 117: Cry Havoc, Forbidden Stars, Gen Con 2016 Recap and The Secret Cabal's Gamer Dictionary: Streamlined
185 min
In Episode 117 the Founders Review Cry Havoc, look back at Forbidden Stars, retell their experiences at Gen Con 2016 and present The Secret Cabal's Gamer Dictionary: Streamlined
In Express 17, Tony and Jamie talk about designing your game night user experience.
In Episode 116 the Founders Review Scythe, Look back at Arcadia Quest and present a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2016-07-25
Express 16: 2016 Gen Con Preview Special Part 1 featuring Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer
75 min
2016 Gen Con Preview Special Part 1 featuring Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer
Published 2016-07-25
The Dice Tower 467: 2016 Gen Con Preview Special Part 2 featuring Tony Topper and Jamie Keagy
90 min
2016 Gen Con Preview Special Part 2 featuring Tony Topper and Jamie Keagy
Published 2016-07-19
Episode 115: Mare Nostrum Empires, Kan Ban Automotive Revolution and The Secret Cabal Playlist
176 min
In Episode 115 the Founders Review Mare Nostrum Empires, Look back at Kan Ban Automotive Revolution and present The Secret Cabal Playlist
Published 2016-07-12
Express 15: Overwatch featuring Rodney Smith, Marty Connell and Matt Evans
60 min
Overwatch featuring Rodney Smith of Watch It Played, Marty Connell of Rolling Dice and Taking Names and Matt Evans of Board Game Replay with a special appearances by Joel Eddy of Drive Thru Reviews and Steve.
Published 2016-07-05
Episode 114: Warhammer Quest: Silver Tower, Alchemists, Origins 2016 Recap and A Short Topic Extravaganza
189 min
In Episode 114 the Founders recap their time at Origins 2016, Review Warhammer Quest: Silver Tower, Look back at Alchemists and present a Short Topic Extravaganza
Chris and Jamie love are always talking about building and construction in board games so they decide to present 10 games of building and construction!
In Episode 113 the Founders review My Village, look back at Specter Ops and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2016-05-31
Episode 112: Moongha Invaders, The Ancient World and The Joy of Combat and War
188 min
In Episode 112 the Founders review Moongha Invaders, look back at The Ancient World and discuss The Joy of Combat and War
Chris and Jamie love theme and in episode 13 of The Secret Cabal Express they each list 5 games that they think do a great job integrating their theme.
Published 2016-05-03
Episode 110: Star Wars Rebellion, Deus and Tony T's Guide to Pool Construction
181 min
In Episode 110 the Founders review Star Wars Rebellion, look back at Deus and present Tony T's Guide to Pool Construction
Published 2016-05-03
Episode 111: Railways of the World, Mythotopia and A Short Topic Extravaganza
180 min
In Episode 111 the Founders review Railways of the World, look back at Mythotopia and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
In Express #12, Jamie and Tony discuss the Quantic Foundry Gamer Motivation Profile
Published 2016-04-19
Episode 109: A Game of Thrones, Heroes of Normandie and A Short Topic Extravaganza
186 min
In Episode 109 the Founders review A Game of Thrones the board game, look back at Heroes of Normandie and host another Short Topic Extravaganza!
Published 2016-04-05
Episode 108: Mombasa, Concordia and Euros, Ameritrash and Modern Hybrid Board Games
190 min
In Episode 108 the Founders review Mombasa, look back at Concordia and discuss Euros, Ameritrash and the Modern Hybrid Board Games
In Episode 107 the Founders review Nippon, look back at XCOM and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
In Episode 106 the Founders review Broom Service, Look Back at Cthulhu Wars and Deduction Board Games
In Express #11, Jamie welcomes honorary founder Dan King, The Game Boy Geek to list our top 5 deduction games of all time.
Published 2016-02-16
Episode 105: Raiders of the North Sea, Aquasphere and a Short Topic Extravaganza
205 min
In Episode 105 the Founders review SRaiders of the North Sea, Look Back at Aquasphere and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2016-02-02
Episode 104: Star Wars Imperial Assault, Xia Legends of a Drift System and Science Fiction in Gaming
197 min
In Episode 104 the Founders review Star Wars Imperial Assault, Look Back at Xia Legends of a Drift System and Discuss Science Fiction in Gaming
Published 2016-01-27
Express 10: Board Game Media Integrity with Marty Connell and Rodney Smith
59 min
In Express #10, Jamie welcomes honorary founders Marty Connell from Rollin' Dice and Takin' Names and Rodney Smith from Watch It Played to discuss the evolution of gaming..
Published 2016-01-19
Episode 103: Porta Nigra, Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Emergent Gameplay and Balancing Roleplay and Mechanics in RPGs
192 min
In Episode 103 the Founders review Porta Nigra, Look Back at Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Discuss both Emergent Gameplay and Balancing Roleplay and Mechanics in RPGs
Published 2016-01-05
Episode 102: Runebound 3rd Edition, Panamax and a Short Topic Extravaganza
200 min
In Episode 102 the Founders review Runebound 3rd Edition, look back at Panamax and present a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2015-12-15
Episode 101: Blood Rage, The 12 days of Christmas, Legendary Encounters Alien, Gaming Highlights from 2015
181 min
In Episode 101 the Founders review Blood Rage, present The Secret Cabal 12 days of Christmas, Lookback at Legendary Encounters Alien, and discuss Gaming Highlights from 2015
Published 2015-12-01
Episode 100: Above and Below, Imperial Settlers, Episode 100 Celebration, Short Topic Extravaganza and Our Christmas Wishlists
245 min
In Episode 100 the Founders celebrate the 100 episode milestone, review Above and Below, look back at Imperial Settlers, host a Short Topic Extravaganza and give their Christmas Wishlists
Published 2015-11-17
Episode 99: Rum and Bones, Abyss, What Do You Do When...? and Writing Character Backgrounds
195 min
In episode 99 the founders review Rum and Bones, look back at Abyss, and discuss What Do You Do When...? and Writing Character Backgrounds
In episode 98 the founders review T.I.M.E. Stories, look back at Caverna and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Seven true tales of mind boggling horror from the podcasters you love to listen to.
Published 2015-10-20
Episode 97: Transylvania Curses and Traitors, Lords of Xidit and Let's Build a Haunting
180 min
In episode 97 the founders review Transylvania Curses and Traitors, Lords of Xidit and Tony hosts Let's Build a Haunting
Published 2015-10-07
Episode 96: Far Space Foundry, Cyclades, Short Topic Extravaganza and Creating a Cohesive Party in RPGs
204 min
In episode 96 the founders review Far Space Foundry, look back at Cyclades, host a Short Topic Extravaganza discuss Creating a Cohesive Party in RPGs
Jamie and Chris pick six underrated games from their collections and give them a review.
Published 2015-09-16
Episode 95: La Granja, A Study in Emerald and Creating Engaging Characters in RPGs
191 min
In episode 95 the founders review La Granja, look back at A Study in Emerald and discuss Creating Engaging Characters in RPGs
In Express #7, Jamie welcomes honorary founders Marty Connell from Rollin' Dice and Takin' Names and Rodney Smith from Watch It Played to discuss the evolution of gaming..
Published 2015-08-25
Episode 94: Warband: Against the Darkness, The Founders Feud, Scoring Methods
197 min
In episode 94 the gang reviews Warband: Against the Darkness, gives you The Founders Feud and discusses Scoring Methods
Published 2015-08-12
Episode 93: Magic the Gathering: Arena of the Planeswalkers, GenCon 2015 and a Short Topic Extravaganza!
195 min
In episode 93 the gang reviews Magic the Gathering: Arena of the Planeswalkers, talks about their time at GenCon 2015 and hosts a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2015-07-26
Express 06: 2015 GenCon Preview Special Part 1 with Honorary Founders Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer
70 min
In Express #6, Jamie and Tony welcome Honorary Founders Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer from the Dice Tower to talk about GenCon 2015 and the games releasing there.
Published 2015-07-22
Episode 92: Forbidden Stars, Yedo, Warhammer Age of Sigmar and A Short Topic Extravaganza
213 min
In episode 92 review Forbidden Stars, look back at Yedo, and discuss Warhammer Age of Sigmar and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
In Express #5, Jamie welcomes Dan King the Game Boy Geek of the Dice Tower Network to discuss Dice Tower Con IV!
Published 2015-07-01
Episode 91: Arcadia Quest, Zombicide, Depth vs Complexity and Storytelling in Roleplaying Games
188 min
In episode 91 the founders review Arcadia Quest, look back at Zombicide, and discuss Depth vs Complexity and Strategy and Tactics, and Storytelling in Roleplaying Games
Published 2015-06-17
Episode 90: KanBan Automotive Revolution, Lewis and Clark, Origins 2015 Recap and a Short Topic Extravaganza
245 min
In episode 90 the founders review KanBan Automotive Revolution, look back at Lewis and Clark, Recap Origins 2015 and host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2015-06-02
Episode 89: Alchemists, What's He Building in There and 4X and Civilization Board Games
158 min
In episode 89 the guys review Alchemists, look back at What's He Building in There and discuss 4X and Civilization Board Games
In Express 04 the gang goes totally wild in anticipation for the best gaming con of the year and all the games, food, beer and debauchery they plan to get into.
In episode 87 the guys review Specter Ops, look back at Amerigo and a host a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2015-05-06
Episode 87: The Ancient World, Euphoria, Board Game Hooks and Making The First RPG Session Great
180 min
In episode 87 the guys review The Ancient World, look back at Euphoria, and discuss Board Game Hooks and Making The First RPG Session Great
Published 2015-04-29
Express 03: Assassinorum Execution Force, Chris' Secret Cabal Playlist and 3D Printing
63 min
In Express 03 the gang speculates about Assassinorum Execution Force, Chris gives his playlist and Tony chomps at the bits for 3D printing
Published 2015-04-14
Episode 86: Mythotopia, Russian Railroads Lookback and a Short Topic Extravaganza!
180 min
In episode 86 the gang reviews Mythotopia, Look back at Russian Railroads and hosts a Short Topic Extravaganza
Published 2015-03-31
Episode 85: Deus, Nations Lookback, Video Games that should be Board Games and The Founders Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse
186 min
In episode 85 the founders review Deus, Look back at Nations and discuss Video Games that should be Board Games and The Founders Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse
In Express episode 2 the founders sit down with honorary founder Rodney Smith to discuss the GAMA Trade Show
Published 2015-03-18
Episode 84: Heroes of Normandie, Battlelore Lookback, Short Topic Roundup and Flaw and Hindrances in RPGs
177 min
In episode 84 the founders review Heroes of Normandie, Lookback at Battlelore, host a Short Topic Roundup and discuss Flaw and Hindrances in RPGs
Published 2015-03-04
Episode 83: Concordia, Eldritch Horror Lookback and Intellectual Properties in Games
174 min
In episode 83 the founders review Concordia, look back at Eldritch Horror and discuss Intellectual Properties in Games
Published 2015-02-18
Episode 82: XCom The Board Game with Rodney Smith, Terra Mystica and Topics from Twitter
204 min
In episode 82 the founders review XCom The Board Game, Look Back at Terra Mystica and discuss Topic submitted via Twitter
In episode 81 the founders review Cthulhu Wars, look back at Robinson Crusoe and host a Short Topic Roundup
Published 2015-01-21
Episode 80: Aquasphere, A Touch of Evil, Onward to 2015 and Let's Build a Dungeon!
181 min
In episode 80 the founders review Aquasphere, look back at A Touch of Evil, and look forward to 2015 and and Tony T hosts Let's Build a Dungeon!
Published 2015-01-07
Express 01: Geoff Engelstein's Game Day, What's On Our Gaming Radar, Our RPG Sales Pitches
70 min
In Express episode 1 the founders talk about Geoff Engelstein's Game Day, What's On Our Gaming Radar and Our RPG Sales Pitches
Published 2014-12-17
Episode 79: The Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Gaming with Our Families and Combat and Health in RPGs
208 min
In episode 79 the founders review The Castles of Mad King Ludwig, look back at Bruges and discuss Gaming with Our Families and Combat and Health in RPGs
Published 2014-12-03
Episode 78: Xia Legends of a Drift System, The Founders Feud and Our Christmas Wishlists
206 min
In episode 78 the founders review Xia Legends of a Drift System, look back at Letters from Whitechapel, The Founders Feud and Our Christmas Wishlists
In episode 77 the founders review Panamax, look back at Spyrium, and review various miniature ranges.
Published 2014-10-28
Episode 76: Legendary Encounters Alien, Essen 2014 What Excited Us Most, The Founders Guide to Haunted Houses
179 min
In episode 76 the founders review Legendary Encounters Alien, look back at Nothing Personal and Merchant of Venus. They the gang lists the games from Essen 2014 they're most excited about and present The Founders Guide to Haunted Houses
Published 2014-10-14
Episode 75: Imperial Settlers, How We Value a Game, Off Topic: Movies and TV featuring Honorary Founder Stephen Buonocore
227 min
In episode 75 the founders welcome Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games to review Imperial Settlers and discuss how we value a game. Then we go completely off the rails and talk about movies and tv for almost an hour!
Published 2014-09-30
Episode 74: Abyss, Manhattan Project Look Back, Short Topic Roundup II and Spotlight: The World of Darkness
189 min
In episode 74 the founders review Abyss and look back at Manhattan Project. They host the Short Topic Roundup II and Spotlight: The World of Darkness
Published 2014-09-17
Episode 73: Caverna, Agricola Look Back, Accommodating a Mixed Group and Determining the Weight of a Board Game
180 min
In episode 72 the founders review Caverna, look back at Agricola, and discuss Accommodating a Mixed Group and Determining the Weight of a Board Game
Published 2014-09-02
Episode 72: Lords of Xidit, City of Horror Lookback and Gen Con 2014 Retrospective
160 min
In episode 72 the founders review Lords of Xidit, Look Back at City of Horror Lookback and Talk about their experiences at Gen Con 2014
In episode 71 the founders review Cyclades, look back at Belfort and host the Short Topic Roundup
In this, a special edition, the founders welcome Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer to give you a preview of the best four days in gaming, Gen Con 2014. For part 2 of the Gen Con 2014 Preview, check out DiceTower.com
Published 2014-08-06
Episode 70: A Study in Emerald, Battlestar Galatica, The Evolution of the Founders and Battling GM Burnout
197 min
In episode 70 the founders review Study in Emerald, look back at Battlestar Galatica and discuss The Evolution of the Founders and Battling GM Burnout
Published 2014-07-16
Episode 69: Chaos in the Old World, Runewars, Dice Tower Convention and Fiddly Games
183 min
In episode 69 the founders review Chaos in the Old World, look back at Runewars and discuss the Dice Tower Convention and Fiddly Games
Published 2014-07-02
Episode 68: Origins Game Fair, Cool Mini or Not Expo, Blood Bowl Team Manager, Crowd Funding Board games with Honorary Founder, Rodney Smith
189 min
In episode 68 the founders welcome Rodney Smith of Watch it played to talk about Origins Game Fair, Cool Mini or Not Expo, Blood Bowl Team Manager and Crowd Funding Board games
Published 2014-06-18
Episode 67: Yedo, Kemet Look Back, Cooperative Games and Problematic Behavior in RPGs
169 min
In episode 67 the founders review Yedo, Look Back at Kemet, and talk about Cooperative Games and Problematic Behavior in RPGs
Published 2014-06-04
Episode 66: Zombicide and The Toxic City Mall, Origins PreGame and Getting Into New RPGs
194 min
In episode 66 the founders review Zombicide and Zombicide: Toxic City Mall, look back at Village and discuss Origins and Getting into New RPGs
Published 2014-05-21
Episode 65: Lewis and Clark, Random Forum Topics and The Impact of Artwork
3 min
In episode 65 the founders review Lewis and Clark and discuss Random Forum Topics and The Impact of Artwork in Board Games
In episode 64 the founders review What's He Building In There and discuss The Secret Cabal Playlists
Published 2014-04-16
Episode 63: Amerigo, Games That Fired Other Games 2 and The Role of the Players in RPGs
3 min
In episode 63 the founders review Amerigo and discuss Games That Fired Other Games 2 and The Role of the Players in RPGs
Published 2014-04-02
Episode 62: Euphoria, Spotlight Cthulhu Mythos and Meet the GM Jamie Edition
3 min
In episode 62 the founders review Euphoria and spotlight The Cthulhu Mythos and host another edition of Meet The GM.
Published 2014-03-19
Episode 61: Russian Railroads, Our Miniatures Games Factions and Immersion in RPGs
3 min
In episode 60 the founders review Russian Railroads and discuss Our Miniatures Games Factions and Immersion in RPGs.
Published 2014-03-05
Episode 60: Nations, How We Judge a Game and The Origins of The Egyptian Avengers
3 min
In episode 60 the founders review Nations and discuss how they judge Games, superhero RPGs and present the origins of The Egyptian Avengers.
Published 2014-02-19
Episode 59: Battlelore Second Edition, One Step Beyond the Gateway and The Role of the GM
2 min
In episode 59 the founders review Battlelore Second Edition and One Step Beyond the Gateway and The Role of the GM
Published 2014-02-05
Episode 58: Eldritch Horror, Board Game Expansions and The Pasted-On Theme
3 min
In episode 58 the founders review Eldritch Horror and discuss Board Game Expansions and The Pasted-On Theme
In episode 57, the founders review Terra Mystica and discuss the Wax and Wane of our Gaming Habits
In episode 56, the founders celebrate Christmas, review Robinson Crusoe and discuss Mystery RPGs
In episode 55, the founders review A Touch of Evil and discuss their Christmas Wish Lists
In episode 54, the founders review Bruges and discuss The Game Outside the Game and Spotlight Cyberpunk
Published 2013-10-31
Episode 53: Letters from Whitechapel and Horror Movies Translated into RPG Adventures
2 min
In episode 53, the ghoulish band of misfits review Letters from Whitechapel and discuss horror movies translated into RPG adventures
Published 2013-10-16
Episode 52: Spyrium Review and Designing a Badass Villain in a Roleplaying Game
2 min
In episode 51, the gang reviews William Attia's new game, Spyrium. Then Finish out the episode with a round table discussion about designing badass villains for your roleplaying games.
Published 2013-10-02
Episode 51: Nothing Personal and the Top 50 Games on Board Game Geek Part 2
2 min
In episode 51, the founders crack open Nothing Personal designed by the Capo of the Dice Tower Network, Tom Vasel, and give you a walkthrough and review. Then they finish up their discussion about the top 50 games on Board Game Geek.
Published 2013-09-18
Episode 50: Agricola, Our Juicy Golden Anniversary and the Top 50 Games on Board Game Geek Part 1
2 min
In episode 50, the founders rejoin as they've made it to 50 episodes! Tony gets his way and we review Agricola and talk about the top 50 ranked games on BGG
Published 2013-09-04
Episode 49: Manhattan Project, Gen Con 2013 Post Show and Getting Started with Role Playing Games
3 min
In episode 49, the founders spin yards of Gen Con 2013 and all the games they played, then review Manhattan Project and round the show out with a discussion about how to get into Role Playing Games.
Published 2013-08-21
Episode 48: Merchant of Venus, Deluxe Editions of Board Games and Technology in RPGs
2 min
In episode 48, the founders review Merchant of Venus (Standard Edition). Tony rattles off all the gaming news that passed over the news desk. The gang then talks about deluxe editions of board games and round out the show with a round table discussion about technology in role playing games
Published 2013-08-06
Special Edition GenCon 2013 Preview Part 1 - featuring Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer
1 min
In this, a special edition the founders welcome Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer to give you a preview of the best four days in gaming, GenCon 2013. For part 2 of the Gen Con 2013 Preview, check out DiceTower.com
Published 2013-07-31
Episode 47: City of Horror, The Cult of the New and What We Love About Tabletop Miniatures Games
2 min
In episode 47 the founders review City of Horror, and discuss The Cult of the New and What We Love About Tabletop Miniatures Games
In episode 46 the founders review Belfort, and discuss Board Game Themes and we introduce a new RPG segment, Meet the GM: Brian
Published 2013-07-03
Episode 45: Battlestar Galactica, Origins Game Fair and Coffee Shop Games Part 2
2 min
In episode 45 the founders review Battlestar Galactica, spin yarns of their time at Origins Game Fair and bring back the Coffee Shop Games discussion.
Published 2013-06-19
Episode 44: Runewars, Wheeling and Dealing and The Character Creation Rut
2 min
In episode 44 the founders review of the Runewars. Tony brings you the gaming news and the gang talks about wheeling and dealing in board games and how they can do a better job of making characters for RPGs.
Published 2013-06-05
Episode 43: Castles of Burgundy, Potpourri of Questions Part 2 and When Plans Go Awry in RPGs
2 min
In episode 43, the founders review Castles of Burgundy, welcome Rodney Smith for Potpourri of Questions Part 2 and discuss When Plans Go Awry in RPGs
In episode 42, the founders review Kemet and discuss their love of Ameritrash Games and how they prepare for rolepleaying games when they game master
Published 2013-05-01
Episode 41: Village, Honorary Founder Rodney Smith, Remote Gaming and A Potpourri of Questions
3 min
In episode 40, the gang welcomes Honorary Founder Rodney Smith, review Village, discuss Remote Gaming and ask A Potpourri of Questions
Published 2013-04-17
Episode 40: Archipelago, Spotlight Vlaada Chvátil and Cinematic RPG Campaigns
2 min
In episode 40, the founders review Archipelago and Spotlight Vlaada Chvátil and discuss Cinematic RPG Campaigns
Published 2013-04-03
Episode 39: Legends of Andor, Coffee Shop Games and Roleplaying with New Players
2 min
In episode 39, the founders review Legends of Andor and discuss Coffee Shop Games and Roleplaying with New Players
In episode 38, the founders review C02 and present their Origins Travel Guide and Tell Their RPG Campaign Stories
In episode 37, the founders review Suburbia and present The Secret Cabal Playlists
In episode 36, the founders review Shadowrift and discuss breaching the barrier to miniatures games
Published 2013-02-06
Episode 35: Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game and Secret Cabal Spotlight on Uwe Rosenberg
2 min
In episode 35, The gang cracks out the new hotness, Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game and host their very first Secret Cabal Spotlight on Uwe Rosenberg
Published 2013-01-23
Episode 34: Stronghold, Our Acquisition Disorder Triggers, and Favorite RPG Settings
2 min
In episode 32, The founders review Stronghold and discuss what triggers our Acquisition Disorder and our favorite RPG settings
In episode 33, The founders review Space Cadets and discuss their 2012 gaming habits and 2013 Resolutions
In episode 32, The founders review Mice and Mystics and discuss our Christmas Wishlists
In episode 31, The founders review Android Netrunner and discuss Gateway Games and Pacing in RPGs
Published 2012-11-21
Episode 30: Spartacus: A Game of Blood and Treachery, No Game Left Behind and RPG Encounter Design
3 min
In episode 30, The founders review Spartacus: A Game of Blood and Treachery and discuss No Game Left Behind and RPG Encounter Design
Published 2012-10-31
Episode 29: Fury of Dracula, Horror Board Games and Dungeon Master Cheating
2 min
In episode 29, the Halloween special, The founders review Fury of Dracula, discuss Horror Themed Board Games and ask the question, is it Dungeon Master Cheating or making the game better?
Published 2012-10-17
Episode 28: Bootleggers, Honorary Founder Stephen Buonocore and Board Game Components
2 min
In episode 28 the gang welcomes honorary founder Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold games to host the show and review Bootleggers, a look back at Carson City and discuss board game components
Published 2012-10-03
Episode 27: Glory to Rome Black Box Edition, Story Games and Building Better NPCs
2 min
An overview and review of the recently Kickstarted version of Glory to Rome! The gang takes a look at Chris' favorite board game style, story games. Then the founders discuss how they like to build NPCs in roleplaying games.
Published 2012-09-19
Episode 26: Milestones, Our One Year Retrospective and Building Better PCs Part 2
2 min
An overview and review of the Stronghold Games board game Milestones. We look back at our first year of podcasting and give you an inside look at us and our show and then continue our conversation about building better PCs in roleplaying games.
Published 2012-09-05
Episode 25: Descent 2e, The Acquisition Disorder and Designing Better PCs
2 min
An overview and review of the Fantasy Flight board game Descent Journey into the Dark Second Edition. The gang gets help with their Acquisition Disorder and discuss how they design Player Characters in Role-playing Games
Published 2012-08-15
Episode 24: Le Havre, World Board Game Championships and Living and Collectible Card Games
2 min
A walkthrough and review of Le Havre, Our experiences with the World Board Gaming Championships and Living and Collectible Card Games
Published 2012-08-01
Episode 23: Nuns on the Run, The Secret Cabal Playlist and The RPG Characters We Like To Play
2 min
A walkthrough and review of Nuns on the Run, Our Semi-Annual Secret Cabal Playlist and What RPG Characters We Like To Play
Published 2012-07-18
Episode 22: Thunderstone Advance, Crowd Funding Board Games and Roleplaying in RPG Combats
2 min
A walkthrough and review of Thunderstone Advance, Crowd Funding Board Games and Roleplaying in RPG Combats
Published 2012-07-04
Episode 21: Star Trek Fleet Captains, Character Advancement in RPGs and Board Games that Fired Other Board Games
2 min
A walkthrough and review of Star Trek Fleet Captains, Character Advancement in Role Playing Games and Board Games that Fired Other Board Games
Published 2012-06-20
Episode 20: Origins Roundup, The Panic Station Challenge and Battlemaps or Not
2 min
A rapid fire reviews session of a games they played at Origins Game Fair, A discussion about learning new ways of enjoying games and Are RPG combats better with or without a battlemap?
Published 2012-05-30
Episode 19: Lords of Waterdeep, Pathfinder MMO, Business Games and Character Dealth
2 min
Walkthrough and review of Lords of Waterdeep, We discuss the Pathfinder MMO Project on Kickstarter, Business Board Games and Character Death in RPGs
Published 2012-05-16
Episode 18: Galaxy Trucker, Our Gamer Pet Peeves and Technology to Enhance Our Gaming
2 min
Overview and review of Galaxy Trucker, The founder list their gamer pet peeves and discuss technology to enchance tabletop gaming.
Published 2012-05-02
Episode 17: Malifaux, Playing the Table and Mechanics that Enhance Replayability
2 min
Overview and review of Malifaux and part two of our listener submission series including Playing the Table as Opposed to Playing the Game and Mechanics that Enhance Replayability
Published 2012-04-18
Episode 16: Eminent Domain, Group Think in Gaming and Getting Started in Hobby Gaming
2 min
Walkthough and review of Eminent Domain and part one of our listener submission series including Group Think and how it affects gaming groups and Getting Started in Hobby Gaming.
Published 2012-04-04
Episode 15: Zong Shi, Intellectual Properties in Gaming and Gaming in the Media
2 min
Walkthough and review of the recently Kickstarted board game Zong Shi, Intellectual Properties in Gaming and Games that have been turned into movies and television series.
Published 2012-03-21
Episode 14: Civilization the Board Game, Underrepresented Games and Our Thoughts on Savage Worlds
3 min
Walkthough and review of Civilization the Board Game, Underrepresented Game types in the industry and Our Thoughts on the RPG system Savage Worlds
Published 2012-03-07
Episode 13: Ora et Labora, Getting Started in Miniatures Wargaming and Gamer Stereotypes
3 min
Walkthough and review of Ora et Labora, Getting Started in Miniatures Wargaming and What Gamer Stereotypes fit the Founders
Published 2012-02-22
Episode 12: Wiz-War, Pre-Fab vs Homebrew Campaign Settings and What Makes Board Games Fun
2 min
Walkthough and review of Wiz-War, Pre-Fab vs Homebrew Campaign Settings in Role Playing Games and What Makes Board Games Fun
Walkthough and review of Dungeon Lords, And Now You Know - Euro Games and Ameri-Trash, And the first semi-annual Secret Cabal Playlists
Published 2012-01-25
Episode 10: Kingdom Builder, The Next Edition of Dungeons and Dragons and Randomness vs. Skill in Board Games
2 min
Walkthough and review of Kingdom Builder and a round table discussion about the Next Edition of Dungeons and Dragons and Randomness vs. Skill in Board Games
Published 2012-01-11
Episode 9: Elder Sign, The Legend of Drizzt, Analysis Paralysis and Managing Minutiae
2 min
Walkthough and review of Elder Sign and The Legend of Drizzt and a round table discussion of Analysis Paralysis in board games and Managing Minutiae in Role Playing Games
Walkthough and review of Panic Station and we discuss our Christmas wishlists
Walkthough and Review of At the Gates of Loyang and Musings and Ramblings about Roleplaying Game Mechanics
Published 2011-11-16
Episode 6: Merchants and Marauders and Bringing Back Roleplaying in Role Playing Games
2 min
Walkthough and Review of Merchants and Marauders and Bringing Back Roleplaying in Role Playing Games
Published 2011-10-31
Episode 5: Halloween Special! Betrayal at House on the Hill and Horror in RPGs
2 min
A ghoulish walkthrough and review of the Avalon Hill / Wizards of the Coast board game House on the Hill and a roundtable discussion about Horror in Role Playing Games.
Published 2011-10-19
Episode 4: Cargo Noir and What Makes an RPG Fun From The Player's Perspective
2 min
A full walkthrough and review of the board game Cargo Noir and a roundtable discussion about what makes an RPG fun for the players
Published 2011-10-05
Episode 3: Pandemic and Forbidden Island Reviews and Making of an Amazing Campaign
2 min
A full walkthrough and review of the board games Pandemic and Forbidden Island and a roundtable discussion about what makes an amazing role playing game campaign
Published 2011-09-21
Episode 2: 7 Wonders and Character Creation, Backgrounds and Party Cohesion
2 min
A full walkthrough and review of the card game 7 Wonders and a roundtable discussion about Character Creation concepts, character background writing and forming strong group cohesion among characters
A full walkthrough and review of the board game Carson City and a roundtable discussion about role playing games, our likes, dislikes, and thoughts.