Episodes

  • We're sorry Phil! Digging Through the Cabinets. (Archaeology and The Whatnot Cabinet)
    Jun 18 2024

    Bill and Hollis discuss what didn't quite work for them in Phil Walker-Harding's Archaeology: the New Expedition and what really shined in The Whatnot Cabinet by Eduardo Baraf. Touching story alert!

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    29 mins
  • Dice Dice Everywhere! (Spots & Mountain Goats)
    Jun 11 2024

    Bill and Hollis talk Dice games! Spots, the adorable dice game about matching dice pips with dalmatian cards is up first. Then, they dive into Mountain Goats, a colorful game about climbing mountains using dice combinations. They also talk about dice mitigation and how these two games help reduce the "pure luck" factor of dice rolling.

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    25 mins
  • Cards, Cards Everywhere! (Don't LLAMA, Five Crowns, and Red 7)
    Jun 4 2024

    This episode is all about card games! From the simple to the "brain-burning", we've got recommendations for all levels.

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    29 mins
  • Portuguese Tile-Laying With a Side of Veggies Please! (Azul and Point Salad)
    May 28 2024

    Bill and Hollis take a look at Azul, the Portuguese tile-laying game that is still a favorite amongst newbies and hobbyists alike since it's release in 2017. They also talk about Point Salad (and it's more complex sequel, Point City). What did they think?

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    24 mins
  • Wandering Bear Parks and Analysis Paralysis (Wandering Towers, Barenpark)
    May 21 2024

    Bill and Hollis talk about recent plays of Wandering Towers and Barenpark, two very different but engaging gateway games. Join us for polyominos, analysis paralysis, wizard meeples, and bears!

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    23 mins
  • Drafting Day! Pick the Best and Pass the Rest. (Sushi Go, Kingdomino, and Draftosaurus)
    Apr 18 2024

    Bill and Hollis discuss "drafting" as a mechanism and break down some recent plays of Sushi Go, Kingdomino, and Draftosaurus.

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    26 mins
  • A Trio of Tacos, Cats, Goats, Cheese, Pizzas, and Clovers!
    Apr 8 2024

    In this episode, Bill and Hollis dive into recent plays of Trio (by Happy Camper Games), Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza (designed by Dave Campbell), and So Clover! (by Repos Games).

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    23 mins
  • Finally! Some Boardgames (Ticket to Ride, 7 Wonders Architects, and more)
    Apr 8 2024

    Bill and Hollis get into some recent plays of Ticket to Ride and 7 Wonders Architects and more!

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    21 mins