Episodios

  • Episode 33 | The Joy of Repetition
    Aug 19 2025

    In this episode, Joe and Ray dive into their playthrough of Raiders of Scythia and explore the joy of repetition, both in board gaming and in faith. They highlight how revisiting games can remind us of the importance of returning to God’s Word over and over again as we grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus.

    Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/christian-board-gamers/
    New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

    CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

    Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

    Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer


    Sponsor Links:

    Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

    Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

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    1 h y 10 m
  • Episode 32 | Sure, We Can Land a Plane (Season 4 Premiere)
    Aug 5 2025

    Joe and Ray are back for Season 4, fully caffeinated and convinced they can land a plane—with nothing but three cups of coffee and a handful of dice! In this episode, they catch up on the games they’ve been playing, recap Joe’s wild June and July, and, yes, revisit their bold aviation claims. Don’t miss the kickoff to a brand-new season. God bless!

    New Email Address:
    cbglootdrop@gmail.com

    CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

    Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

    Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer


    Sponsor Links:

    Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

    Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

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    1 h y 7 m
  • Episode 31 | The Dopest Episode Yet! (Season 3 Finale)
    May 20 2025

    In the season finale of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe and Ray bring the laughs like never before! Between uncontrollable giggles, Joe shares why you should join Love Thy Nerd on mission to Gen Con, and the duo talks through their recent playthroughs of 3 Magi, Everdell Duo, and more. Things go off the rails in the best way possible as they close out the episode with a flurry of dad jokes you won’t want to miss. Welcome to the dopest episode yet!

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    1 h y 10 m
  • Episode 30 | Cole Smith: 3 Magi & the Game Design Journey
    May 6 2025

    In this episode of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe and Ray sit down with Cole Smith, the designer of the upcoming game 3 Magi. Cole shares his powerful testimony of coming to faith, his ongoing walk with Christ, and how following Jesus has shaped his journey as a game designer. Aside from Ray’s wild claim that the U.S. now owns Canada, this episode is full of heart, humor, and inspiration for gamers and believers alike!

    CBG Links
    CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers
    Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

    Cole Smith Links

    3 Magi: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bedouingames/3-magi

    Sauros: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/438733/sauros
    Tanuki: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/375923/tanuki

    Sponsor Links
    Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org
    Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

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    1 h y 2 m
  • Episode 29 | Kevin Lewis: Foundations (Part 2)
    Apr 22 2025

    In this episode of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe shares highlights from the recent Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat and his adventures at FBC Game Con in Kansas. Then, Kevin Lewis joins Joe to continue their deep dive into their God-led journey in board game design, spotlighting the upcoming release of Joe’s new game, Meek Heroes: Victory Reborn. This engaging conversation is full of insights, creativity, and faith-driven inspiration!

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    1 h y 11 m
  • Episode 28 | Kevin Lewis: Foundations (Part 1)
    Apr 8 2025

    Ray and his wife Kim are expecting their baby any day now—or maybe she’s already arrived! To let Ray focus on family, Joe is joined by his longtime friend Kevin on today's Christian Board Gamers Podcast. With a friendship spanning over 17 years and deeply rooted in board gaming, Joe & Kevin share about the games they're enjoying and how God has used tabletop gaming to build a lasting friendship centered around faith and discipleship.

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    51 m
  • Episode 27 | Interview with Shem Phillips of Garphill Games
    Mar 25 2025

    In this episode of the Christian Gamers Podcast, Joe & Ray sit down with Shem Phillips, renowned designer from Garphill Games! Join the conversation as they discuss Shem’s journey with Jesus, his unique board game design process, valuable advice for aspiring game designers, and much more. Fans of Garphill Games, you won’t want to miss this inspiring interview!

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    44 m
  • Episode 26 | Christians Around the Board (Crossover Episode)
    Mar 11 2025

    In this mega mash-up of tabletop proportions, Joe & Ray from the Christian Board Gamers Podcast team up with Daniel & John from the Around the Board show! They square off in a rousing round of “Play, Shelf, & Trade,” test each other’s knowledge in “Board Game Believe it or Not,” dive into the best ways to teach games, and wrap it all up with a fun “Tabletop Team Up.” Don’t miss this exciting crossover event filled with laughs, lively debates, and plenty of board game insights!

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    1 h y 16 m