It's been two years since the last episode of The Married With Board Games Podcast and Spencer and Lara have a lot to talk about! We discuss some games we've played over the last 2 years including Heaven and Ale, Root, Crusaders, Mystic Vale, Cosmic Encounter Duel, and Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion. Lara resurrects her Game Night Grub segment with a tasty recipe (https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a51134/soft-pretzel-bites-recipe/) Finally, we end the show discussing the Deckscape escape room system and compare the other available systems.

It's been two years since the last episode of The Married With Board Games Podcast and Spencer and Lara have a lot to talk about! We discuss some games we've played over the last 2 years including Heaven and Ale, Root, Crusaders, Mystic Vale, Cosmic Encounter Duel, and Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion. Lara resurrects her Game Night Grub segment with a tasty recipe (<a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a51134/soft-pretzel-bites-recipe/)" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a51134/soft-pretzel-bites-recipe/)</a> Finally, we end the show discussing the Deckscape escape room system and compare the other available systems.

#40 - We're Back!

Spencer and Lara share their plans for The Married with Board Games Podcast moving forward.

An Important Announcement from Spencer and Lara

First up in episode 38, we announce the winner of the Empires of the Void II contest! Thanks again to Red Raven Games for sponsoring the contest.Then we welcome special guest Rob Daviau to discuss the part he plays at Restoration Games, and the most requested game to be restored - Fireball Island!Fair warning - we get really erxcited about this game in the episode.

First up in episode 38, we announce the winner of the Empires of the Void II contest! Thanks again to Red Raven Games for sponsoring the contest. Then we welcome special guest Rob Daviau to discuss the part he plays at Restoration Games, and the most requested game to be restored - Fireball Island! Fair warning - we get really erxcited about this game in the episode.

#38 - Great Balls of Fire!

Ryan Laukat

Holy moly it happened. We got to interview one of our all-time favorite designers, Ryan Laukat! In this episode sponsored by Red Raven Games, we remind you how to enter the contest to win Empires of the Void II, and then we get to know the mind behind the design in our interview with Ryan.Finally, we all name our top 5 Space Games!Visit marriedwithbg.com/survey to enter the contest!

Holy moly it happened. We got to interview one of our all-time favorite designers, Ryan Laukat! In this episode sponsored by Red Raven Games, we remind you how to enter the contest to win Empires of the Void II, and then we get to know the mind behind the design in our interview with Ryan. Finally, we all name our top 5 Space Games! Visit <a href="http://marriedwithbg.com/survey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithbg.com/survey</a> to enter the contest!

#37 - Top 5 Space Games with Ryan Laukat

In this very special episode sponsored by Red Raven Games, we give you the details for how to win a copy of the Deluxe Edition of Empires of the Void II! (Pssst. It involves this survey.)We also give our thoughts on Empires of the Void II, Colt Express: Horses and Stagecoach, A Tale of Pirates, and Mythos Tales.Plus, we're highlighting a game on Kickstarter we think you should check out!We want to thank Red Raven Games for sponsoring this episode and the contest. Check out their website and follow them on Twitter!

In this very special episode sponsored by Red Raven Games, we give you the details for how to win a copy of the Deluxe Edition of Empires of the Void II! (Pssst. It involves this survey.) We also give our thoughts on Empires of the Void II, Colt Express: Horses and Stagecoach, A Tale of Pirates, and Mythos Tales. Plus, we're highlighting a game on Kickstarter we think you should check out! We want to thank Red Raven Games for sponsoring this episode and the contest. Check out their website and follow them on Twitter!

#36 - Empires of the Void II Contest!

Spencer and Lara give their thoughts on The Rose King from KOSMOS, Justice League: Dawn of Heroes from Abba Games, and Dinosaur Island from Pandasaurus Games.A discussion is had on the best games to play with a partner who doesn't typically play games.We tease an upcoming AWESOME contest.Time Stamps:1:32 - The Rose King12:00 - Justice League: Dawn of Heroes21:55 - Dinosaur Island35:00 - Games for Non-Gaming Partners55:02 - Announcements

Spencer and Lara give their thoughts on The Rose King from KOSMOS, Justice League: Dawn of Heroes from Abba Games, and Dinosaur Island from Pandasaurus Games. A discussion is had on the best games to play with a partner who doesn't typically play games. We tease an upcoming AWESOME contest. Time Stamps: 1:32 - The Rose King 12:00 - Justice League: Dawn of Heroes 21:55 - Dinosaur Island 35:00 - Games for Non-Gaming Partners 55:02 - Announcements

#35 - Games for Non-Gaming Partners

Spencer and Lara have reviews of three games in this episode: Illimat from Twogether Studios, The Ruhr from Capstone Games, and Mechs vs. Minions from Riot Games.The focus of the show is their favorite games that focus on dice. Why did it take this long to make this list??Time Stamps:4:05 - Illimat Review16:15 - The Ruhr Review24:20 - Mechs vs. Minions Review33:17 - Favorite Dice Games

Spencer and Lara have reviews of three games in this episode: Illimat from Twogether Studios, The Ruhr from Capstone Games, and Mechs vs. Minions from Riot Games. The focus of the show is their favorite games that focus on dice. Why did it take this long to make this list?? Time Stamps: 4:05 - Illimat Review 16:15 - The Ruhr Review 24:20 - Mechs vs. Minions Review 33:17 - Favorite Dice Games

#34 - Favorite Dice Games

In our first episode of 2018, we kick things off with a discussion of the newest entries in the Exit: The Game series from KOSMOS. We share our thoughts on how The Forgotten Island, The Polar Station, and The Forbidden Castle compare to each other, as well as how they compare to the first three Exit games. We even compare how they stack up to other escape room games.Lara is on a mission to derail your New Year's Resolution already with her latest Game Night Grub Recipe, Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars (momontime.com).We revisit our Best of 2016 list to see if it still holds up, and then we name our top 10 games that were released in 2017.Time Stamps:Exit Discussion - 1:17Game Night Grub - 16:22Best of 2016 Recap - 20:33Top 10 of 2017 - 29:15

In our first episode of 2018, we kick things off with a discussion of the newest entries in the Exit: The Game series from KOSMOS. We share our thoughts on how The Forgotten Island, The Polar Station, and The Forbidden Castle compare to each other, as well as how they compare to the first three Exit games. We even compare how they stack up to other escape room games. Lara is on a mission to derail your New Year's Resolution already with her latest Game Night Grub Recipe, Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars (<a href="http://momontime.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">momontime.com</a>). We revisit our Best of 2016 list to see if it still holds up, and then we name our top 10 games that were released in 2017. Time Stamps: Exit Discussion - 1:17 Game Night Grub - 16:22 Best of 2016 Recap - 20:33 Top 10 of 2017 - 29:15

#33 - Top Games of 2017

It's the season of giving, but also the season of wishing. We have a few games on our wishlists, and would like to share what they are and why.We also asked you to share what you are most wishing for, and we read those too!Included in this episode are reviews of Pie Town from Renegade Games, The Ravens of Thri Sahashri from Osprey Games, and Lost Cities from KOSMOS.And, we hope you're hungry, because we've got a Game Night Grub recipe that is perfect for this time of year!Christmas Cookie Dough Dip RecipeTime Stamps:Pie Town Review -  2:18The Ravens of Thri Sahashri Review - 15:37Lost Cities Review - 22:00Game Night Grub – Christmas Cookie Dough Dip - 33:43Christmas 2016 recap - 39:04The top 5 games we want for Christmas - 45:34Listener response - 55:04

It's the season of giving, but also the season of wishing. We have a few games on our wishlists, and would like to share what they are and why. We also asked you to share what you are most wishing for, and we read those too! Included in this episode are reviews of Pie Town from Renegade Games, The Ravens of Thri Sahashri from Osprey Games, and Lost Cities from KOSMOS. And, we hope you're hungry, because we've got a Game Night Grub recipe that is perfect for this time of year! Christmas Cookie Dough Dip Recipe Time Stamps: Pie Town Review -  2:18 The Ravens of Thri Sahashri Review - 15:37 Lost Cities Review - 22:00 Game Night Grub – Christmas Cookie Dough Dip - 33:43 Christmas 2016 recap - 39:04 The top 5 games we want for Christmas - 45:34 Listener response - 55:04

#32 - All we want for Christmas is...

From November 15-18, we spent our time playing games, meeting people, and teaching games at Board Game Geek Con 2017 in Dallas. In this episode we will talk about our overall experience, some highlights of the event, and then discuss every single game we played. Yes, all 15 of them!We’d like to thank our friends at UnboxBoardom, for their support of this episode. As a special promotion, use the code “MARRIED” at check-out for $10 off any new subscription!  Sign up today at unboxboardom.com.Time Stamps:Working at Bezier Booth 6:08Meeting Publishers - 10:48Meeting Designers – 14:30Games Talk – 20:48Place of Mad King Ludwig -  21:20New York Slice – 23:16Werewords – 25:27Panic Mansion – 30:15Pandemic: The Cure – 33:24Downforce – 34:28Wurfel Bohnanza – 36:14A Tale of Pirates – 38:38Dragon Castle – 41:22Meeple Circus – 43:53Santa’s Workshop – 47:37Mint Works – 49:41Whitehall Mystery -  50:44Queendomino – 53:45Standout Games – 55:05

From November 15-18, we spent our time playing games, meeting people, and teaching games at Board Game Geek Con 2017 in Dallas.  In this episode we will talk about our overall experience, some highlights of the event, and then discuss every single game we played. Yes, all 15 of them! We’d like to thank our friends at UnboxBoardom, for their support of this episode. As a special promotion, use the code “MARRIED” at check-out for $10 off any new subscription!  Sign up today at <a href="http://unboxboardom.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">unboxboardom.com</a>. Time Stamps: Working at Bezier Booth 6:08Meeting Publishers - 10:48Meeting Designers – 14:30Games Talk – 20:48Place of Mad King Ludwig -  21:20New York Slice – 23:16Werewords – 25:27Panic Mansion – 30:15Pandemic: The Cure – 33:24Downforce – 34:28Wurfel Bohnanza – 36:14A Tale of Pirates – 38:38Dragon Castle – 41:22Meeple Circus – 43:53Santa’s Workshop – 47:37Mint Works – 49:41Whitehall Mystery -  50:44Queendomino – 53:45Standout Games – 55:05

#31 - BGG.Con 2017 Report

We're Spencer and Lara and we're married with board games! We talk about board games and card games with a critical eye on how they work for couples. We also have entertaining segments like Board Game Trailers, Rule Book Mad Libs, and Game Night Grub!

I love this podcast. I found your podcast via a YouTube search for a game review (sorry, I can’t remember which one!), which led me to your videos on Dice Tower. Blog, podcast, WHAT?!?!?

I’ve got a decent collection of games and a 21 year marriage at this point. The kids are no longer (were they ever?) interested in tabletop gaming and it’s something I enjoy a lot. My wife will indulge me from time to time. I’m sure you get that a lot. Anyway, your show is a great alternative to most anything else I’m listening to during my commutes to and from work. Additionally, the fun banter you both share communicate a deeper love for each other than many couples experience and I find it refreshing. 

I don’t know how you’re doing this while raising littles at home!  Awesome job!

Gaming marriage

This podcast really has taken their feedback over time and has become a great podcast!

Awesome podcast

The Married with Board Games Podcast

On episode 21 of The Married with Board Games Podcast, we review three games: Four, Concept, and Kanagawa.Lara brings us Tomato Basil Mozzarella Toasts from tastesbetterfromscratch.com in her latest Game Night Grub Segment.Then we list our top 5 favorite games to play 2 player.Time stamps:Announcements: 1:12Four Review: 5:15Concept Review: 10:30Kanagawa Review:  18:45Game Night Grub : 25:47Top 5 Games for 2 Players: 29:51Contact Information: 49:10 Follow us: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

On episode 21 of The Married with Board Games Podcast, we review three games: Four, Concept, and Kanagawa.Lara brings us Tomato Basil Mozzarella Toasts from <a href="http://tastesbetterfromscratch.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tastesbetterfromscratch.com</a> in her latest Game Night Grub Segment.Then we list our top 5 favorite games to play 2 player.Time stamps:Announcements: 1:12Four Review: 5:15Concept Review: 10:30Kanagawa Review:  18:45Game Night Grub : 25:47Top 5 Games for 2 Players: 29:51Contact Information: 49:10 Follow us: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

MWBG #21 - Top 5 Games Played with 2 Players

On episode 15, we discuss Rock Paper Wizard, Mascarade, and Lords of Waterdeep. Lara has a Texan flavored Game Night Grub Recipe, and we list our favorite cooperative games of all time.For the full recipe, visit marriedwithbg.com

On episode 15, we discuss Rock Paper Wizard, Mascarade, and Lords of Waterdeep. Lara has a Texan flavored Game Night Grub Recipe, and we list our favorite cooperative games of all time. For the full recipe, visit <a href="http://marriedwithbg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithbg.com</a>

MWBG #15 - Favorite Cooperative Games

Jason Kotarski

Episode 19 is a fantastic episode if we do say so ourselves! We begin with the announcement of a contest. Fill out a survey about our podcast and be entered to win a copy of Exit: The Game! Listen for all the details. Winner will be announced in episode 20 on June 21st. Link to survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSM68M6Speaking of Exit: The Game, we also review a couple of entries in the series.We also have a GREAT discussion with Jason Kotarski, publisher at Green Couch Games. We talk about the many hats he wears, where filler games fit into the board gaming hobby, and then we each give our top 5 filler games!Jason also announces what is coming up next for Green Couch Games. Thanks so much to Jason for joining us on the show!You can get more information about Green Couch Games here:http://www.greencouchgames.com/ https://www.facebook.com/greencouchtabletop/ https://twitter.com/GreenCouchGamesTIMESTAMPS:Contest Announcement: 2:23Exit: The Game Review: 4:30Discussion with Jason Kotarski: 15:38Top 5 filler games with Jason Kotarski: 38:02What’s next for Green Couch Games: 1:10:28How to contact us and reviews: 1:19:52

Episode 19 is a fantastic episode if we do say so ourselves! We begin with the announcement of a contest. Fill out a survey about our podcast and be entered to win a copy of Exit: The Game! Listen for all the details. Winner will be announced in episode 20 on June 21st. Link to survey: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSM68M6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSM68M6</a> Speaking of Exit: The Game, we also review a couple of entries in the series. We also have a GREAT discussion with Jason Kotarski, publisher at Green Couch Games. We talk about the many hats he wears, where filler games fit into the board gaming hobby, and then we each give our top 5 filler games! Jason also announces what is coming up next for Green Couch Games. Thanks so much to Jason for joining us on the show! You can get more information about Green Couch Games here: <a href="http://www.greencouchgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.greencouchgames.com/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/greencouchtabletop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/greencouchtabletop/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GreenCouchGames" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/GreenCouchGames</a> TIMESTAMPS: Contest Announcement: 2:23 Exit: The Game Review: 4:30 Discussion with Jason Kotarski: 15:38 Top 5 filler games with Jason Kotarski: 38:02 What’s next for Green Couch Games: 1:10:28 How to contact us and reviews: 1:19:52

MWBG #19 - Filler games with Green Couch Games Publisher Jason Kotarski

On episode 17, we review Bulls &amp; Bears, Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island, and Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective.Lara has a healthy but tasty Game Night Grub Recipe, and then we share our top games for large groups.Sponsors:UnboxBoardom, a board game subscription service.Sign up today at unboxboardom.comUse the coupon code “MARRIED” at check-out for $10 off any new subscription!Minion Games, publisher of The Manhattan Project: Energy Empire.  Harness the earth’s resources, develop your economy, manage your environmental impact. Learn more: https://www.miniongames.com/

On episode 17, we review Bulls &amp; Bears, Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island, and Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective. Lara has a healthy but tasty Game Night Grub Recipe, and then we share our top games for large groups. Sponsors: UnboxBoardom, a board game subscription service. Sign up today at <a href="http://unboxboardom.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">unboxboardom.com</a> Use the coupon code “MARRIED” at check-out for $10 off any new subscription! Minion Games, publisher of The Manhattan Project: Energy Empire.  Harness the earth’s resources, develop your economy, manage your environmental impact.  Learn more: <a href="https://www.miniongames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.miniongames.com/</a>

MWBG #17 - Top large-group games

In the first part of the episode 11, we review a game coming to Kickstarter, Sorcerer's Skirmish, along with Holmes: Sherlock and Mycroft, Clank!, and Five Tribes.Lara's Game Night Grub recipe is Easy Asian Steak Bites.We are also going back to our roots when we first started gaming as a couple. We'll talk about three games that are special to us, even if no one else thinks they are that great.Find the full Game Night Grub recipe on our website, marriedwithbg.com.

In the first part of the episode 11, we review a game coming to Kickstarter, Sorcerer's Skirmish, along with Holmes: Sherlock and Mycroft, Clank!, and Five Tribes. Lara's Game Night Grub recipe is Easy Asian Steak Bites. We are also going back to our roots when we first started gaming as a couple. We'll talk about three games that are special to us, even if no one else thinks they are that great. Find the full Game Night Grub recipe on our website, <a href="http://marriedwithbg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithbg.com</a>.

MWBG #11 - Humble Beginnings

In our first episode of 2017, we share our thoughts on some great small box games, Wok on Fire from Green Couch Games and Martial Art from Spider Goat Games. Then we up the ante by talking about Starfall by Scott Almes and published by IDW and Pandasaurus Games and Adrenaline published by CGE.Lara has a sweet game night grub recipe, and in our topic of the show, we discuss comparing yourself to other gamers - how it happens, why we think it's bad, and how to stop doing it! Texas Sheet Cake CookiesRecipe from: http://cookiesandcups.com/texas-sheet-cake-cookies/#_a5y_p=3030526makes 24 cookiesIngredientsCookies½ cup butter, room temperature? cup granulated sugar1 egg1 tsp vanilla1 tsp baking powder½ tsp salt1? cup flour½ cup semi­sweet chocolate chips, meltedIcing½ cup butter2 Tbsp cocoa powder3 Tbsp milk2½ cups powdered sugarInstructionsCookies1. Preheat oven to 350°2. Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat, set aside.3. In bowl of stand mixer beat butter and sugar together until light, scraping sides frequently.4. Add in egg and vanilla and continue mixing until incorporated. Mix in baking powder and salt.5. Turn mixer to low and slowly add in flour. Dough will be thick.6. In a microwave safe bowl heat chocolate chips on high in 30 second increments until melted, stirring after every 30 seconds.7. Mix melted chocolate directly into cookie dough until evenly mixed.8. Drop dough by a measured tablespoon sized mounds onto baking sheet. Ba

In our first episode of 2017, we share our thoughts on some great small box games, Wok on Fire from Green Couch Games and Martial Art from Spider Goat Games. Then we up the ante by talking about Starfall by Scott Almes and published by IDW and Pandasaurus Games and Adrenaline published by CGE. Lara has a sweet game night grub recipe, and in our topic of the show, we discuss comparing yourself to other gamers - how it happens, why we think it's bad, and how to stop doing it!  Texas Sheet Cake Cookies Recipe from: <a href="http://cookiesandcups.com/texas-sheet-cake-cookies/#_a5y_p" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://cookiesandcups.com/texas-sheet-cake-cookies/#_a5y_p</a>=3030526 makes 24 cookies Ingredients Cookies ½ cup butter, room temperature ? cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1? cup flour ½ cup semi­sweet chocolate chips, melted Icing ½ cup butter 2 Tbsp cocoa powder 3 Tbsp milk 2½ cups powdered sugar Instructions Cookies 1. Preheat oven to 350° 2. Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat, set aside. 3. In bowl of stand mixer beat butter and sugar together until light, scraping sides frequently. 4. Add in egg and vanilla and continue mixing until incorporated. Mix in baking powder and salt. 5. Turn mixer to low and slowly add in flour. Dough will be thick. 6. In a microwave safe bowl heat chocolate chips on high in 30 second increments until melted, stirring after every 30 seconds. 7. Mix melted chocolate directly into cookie dough until evenly mixed. 8. Drop dough by a measured tablespoon sized mounds onto baking sheet. Ba

MWBG #9 - You do You

On this episode, we discuss games that have succeeded in making us angry and give some tips on how to deal with anger in gaming.We also talk about Diceborn Heroes, Colony, and Plants Vs. Zombies Heroes.Spencer takes over for a Lara-approved Game Night Grub segment and we have some pretty neat announcements to share.Check out marriedwithbg.com for the Game Night Grub recipe.

On this episode, we discuss games that have succeeded in making us angry and give some tips on how to deal with anger in gaming. We also talk about Diceborn Heroes, Colony, and Plants Vs. Zombies Heroes. Spencer takes over for a Lara-approved Game Night Grub segment and we have some pretty neat announcements to share. Check out <a href="http://marriedwithbg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithbg.com</a> for the Game Night Grub recipe.

MWBG #16 - Anger in gaming

On our thirteenth episode, we are joined by special guests Andrew and Anitra Smith from The Family Gamers Podcast!First we mention two Kickstarter games, Sigil: Powers of War and Cauldron Master. We also give our thoughts on a new cooperative deck building game called VENOM Assault!Our Game Night Grub Recipe, Bacon Maple Crack, is courtesy of The Family Gamers this week.Andrew recounts his trip to PAX East, and then we discuss some great games for families to play together as recommended by Andrew and Anitra. Visit marriedwithbg.com for the recipe and links to the games discussed.

On our thirteenth episode, we are joined by special guests Andrew and Anitra Smith from The Family Gamers Podcast! First we mention two Kickstarter games, Sigil: Powers of War and Cauldron Master. We also give our thoughts on a new cooperative deck building game called VENOM Assault! Our Game Night Grub Recipe, Bacon Maple Crack, is courtesy of The Family Gamers this week. Andrew recounts his trip to PAX East, and then we discuss some great games for families to play together as recommended by Andrew and Anitra. Visit <a href="http://marriedwithbg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithbg.com</a> for the recipe and links to the games discussed.

MWBG #13 - Talkin family games with the Family Gamers

On episode 20, we introduce some new segments!First, we announce the winner of a copy of Exit: The Game! Then we talk about Flatline from Renegade Games, Unlock: The Island of Dr. Goorse from Space Cowboys, and Near and Far from Red Raven Games.We introduce the first entry in our Board Game Trailers segment, where we envision games that should not be movies, as movies. The first subject to get this treatment is Hungry Hungry Hippos.We head into a brief Game Night Grub segment, and then introduce another new segment, Rule Book Mad Libs!Finally, we end the show discussing Con Envy. DO you get envious of people who go to all those awesome conventions? How do you deal with it??TIMESTAMPSWelcome - 00:15Contest Winner - 02:13Flatline - 03:35Unlock - 16:50Near and Far - 27:03Board Game Trailers - 37:14Game Night Grub - 44:34Rule Book Mad Libs - 47:48Discussion: Con Envy 54:03Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

On episode 20, we introduce some new segments! First, we announce the winner of a copy of Exit: The Game! Then we talk about Flatline from Renegade Games, Unlock: The Island of Dr. Goorse from Space Cowboys, and Near and Far from Red Raven Games. We introduce the first entry in our Board Game Trailers segment, where we envision games that should not be movies, as movies. The first subject to get this treatment is Hungry Hungry Hippos. We head into a brief Game Night Grub segment, and then introduce another new segment, Rule Book Mad Libs! Finally, we end the show discussing Con Envy. DO you get envious of people who go to all those awesome conventions? How do you deal with it?? TIMESTAMPS Welcome - 00:15 Contest Winner - 02:13 Flatline - 03:35 Unlock - 16:50 Near and Far - 27:03 Board Game Trailers - 37:14 Game Night Grub - 44:34 Rule Book Mad Libs - 47:48 Discussion: Con Envy 54:03 Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

MWBG #20 - Do you get Con Envy?

In episode 12, we give our thoughts on T.I.M.E Stories: Prophecy of Dragons, Bavarian Holiday, London Dread, and Sheriff of Nottingham. Lara's Game Night Grub recipe puts a new spin on the classic Smores.And then we discuss our top games inspired by the works of H. P. Lovecraft.Visit marriedwithbg.com for the Game Night Grub Recipe.

In episode 12, we give our thoughts on T.I.M.E Stories: Prophecy of Dragons, Bavarian Holiday, London Dread, and Sheriff of Nottingham.  Lara's Game Night Grub recipe puts a new spin on the classic Smores. And then we discuss our top games inspired by the works of H. P. Lovecraft. Visit <a href="http://marriedwithbg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithbg.com</a> for the Game Night Grub Recipe.

MWBG #12 - Our top Lovecraftian games

On this episode, we recount our experience from FallsCon and have some nice things to say about SpyGlass Games. We discuss Raptor from Matagot Games, Scythe from StoneMaier Games, Escape Room: The Game from Spin Master, and Fury of Dracula Third Edition from Fantasy Flight and Games Workshop.Lara has a very refreshing Game Night Grub Recipe.And our topic of the show is: In what situations is it okay to take it easy on someone when playing a game?For the full Game Night Grub recipe, visit marriedwithboardgames.com.

On this episode, we recount our experience from FallsCon and have some nice things to say about SpyGlass Games. We discuss Raptor from Matagot Games, Scythe from StoneMaier Games, Escape Room: The Game from Spin Master, and Fury of Dracula Third Edition from Fantasy Flight and Games Workshop. Lara has a very refreshing Game Night Grub Recipe. And our topic of the show is: In what situations is it okay to take it easy on someone when playing a game? For the full Game Night Grub recipe, visit <a href="http://marriedwithboardgames.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marriedwithboardgames.com</a>.

MWBG #14 - Take it easy!

On episode 18 of the Married with Board Games Podcast, we discuss some games that we've played recently, including Konja, Burgle Bros., and Pandemic Iberia.Lara has ANOTHER s'mores recipe for Game Night Grub.And we have a discussion on theme! What is theme? Is it important? Are there themes that are turn-offs to friends and partners? What are our favorite themes?

On episode 18 of the Married with Board Games Podcast, we discuss some games that we've played recently, including Konja, Burgle Bros., and Pandemic Iberia. Lara has ANOTHER s'mores recipe for Game Night Grub. And we have a discussion on theme! What is theme? Is it important? Are there themes that are turn-offs to friends and partners? What are our favorite themes?

MWBG #18 - Let's talk theme

In episode 22, we’re back from Dice Tower Con!We kick things off with reviews of Purrrlock Holmes: Furriarty’s Trail, Kerala, and The Lost Expedition.Spencer brings a quirky new Rule Book Mad Libs Segment featuring Potion Explosion.And then we name our top 5 games we demoed at Dice Tower Con!Time Stamps:Purrrlock Holmes: Furriarty’s Trail review: 3:29Kerala review: 10:02The Lost Expedition review: 16:06Rule Book Mad Libs – Potion Explosion: 23:27Top 5 Games played at Dice Tower Con: 26:25Contact Info: 49:10

In episode 22, we’re back from Dice Tower Con! We kick things off with reviews of Purrrlock Holmes: Furriarty’s Trail, Kerala, and The Lost Expedition. Spencer brings a quirky new Rule Book Mad Libs Segment featuring Potion Explosion. And then we name our top 5 games we demoed at Dice Tower Con! Time Stamps: Purrrlock Holmes: Furriarty’s Trail review: 3:29 Kerala review: 10:02 The Lost Expedition review: 16:06 Rule Book Mad Libs – Potion Explosion: 23:27 Top 5 Games played at Dice Tower Con: 26:25 Contact Info: 49:10

MWBG #22 - Top 5 Games from Dice Tower Con 2017

Keith Baker

Jenn Ellis

Twogether Studios

In our first BONUS episode, we chat with Keith Baker and Jenn Ellis, owners of Twogether Studios.Keith and Jenn are a married couple who run a board game company together. We chat with them about what that's like and their current game on Kickstarter, Action Cats!We also discuss the future of Twogether Studios.(NOTE: There's some slight distortion in the first 3 minutes of the episode due to our MWBG microphone gain being turned up. Please bear with it for those first few minutes. Thank you!)"Keith is an award winning game designer known for his Dungeons &amp; Dragons world of Eberron, and the transparent card game Gloom among other titles. Jenn has spent 20 years in product management and developed customer engagement programs for big companies and tiny non profits. They live in Portland, Oregon with their dog Sensei Ping and two adorable cats."

In our first BONUS episode, we chat with Keith Baker and Jenn Ellis, owners of Twogether Studios. Keith and Jenn are a married couple who run a board game company together. We chat with them about what that's like and their current game on Kickstarter, Action Cats! We also discuss the future of Twogether Studios. (NOTE: There's some slight distortion in the first 3 minutes of the episode due to our MWBG microphone gain being turned up. Please bear with it for those first few minutes. Thank you!) "Keith is an award winning game designer known for his Dungeons &amp; Dragons world of Eberron, and the transparent card game Gloom among other titles. Jenn has spent 20 years in product management and developed customer engagement programs for big companies and tiny non profits. They live in Portland, Oregon with their dog Sensei Ping and two adorable cats."

BONUS EPISODE 1 - Chat with Keith Baker and Jenn Ellis of Twogether Studios

In episode 10 of the Married with Board Games Podcast, we discuss our first Kickstarter preview of 2017, Rabbit Island: Explore, Build, Conquer. We also talk about Dastardly Dirigibles from Fireside Games, Celestia from Quick Simple Fun Games, and Above and Below from Red Raven Games.There is no Game Night Grub segment this week, but next episode will more than make up for it.And finally, for our topic of the week, we discuss how we game around the distraction of small children, as well a how we include our children in the hobby.

In episode 10 of the Married with Board Games Podcast, we discuss our first Kickstarter preview of 2017, Rabbit Island: Explore, Build, Conquer. We also talk about Dastardly Dirigibles from Fireside Games, Celestia from Quick Simple Fun Games, and Above and Below from Red Raven Games. There is no Game Night Grub segment this week, but next episode will more than make up for it. And finally, for our topic of the week, we discuss how we game around the distraction of small children, as well a how we include our children in the hobby.

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