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The BoardGameGeek PodcastEpisode 59: The Best Games We Played in 2024, with Maggie from ThinkerThemerMaggie from ThinkerThemer joins Candice to discuss the best games they played in 2024.00:00:00 Introduction00:05:35 Fresh Plays00:06:02 Slay the Spire00:09:29 Gosu X00:17:14 Disney Lorcana (Pokémon...and other TCG rabbit holes)00:31:13 I’m Kind of a Big Dill00:35:35 That Escalated Quickly00:37:52 The Best Games We Played in 202400:39:14 Bottle Imp00:42:52 Attack on Titan: Deck-Building Game00:45:23 Life of Amazonia00:48:22 Tyrants of the Underdark00:51:08 Ginkgopolis00:53:00 Unsettled00:56:38 DroPolter00:58:08 Dune: Imperium - Uprising01:00:44 Le Havre01:05:46 Cthulhu: Death May Die01:13:48 Mü & more: Revised Edition 01:16:20 Our Top 10 2024 Releases01:18:07 Maggie's #1001:20:04 Candice's #1001:21:16 Maggie's #901:23:52 Candice's #901:26:18 Maggie's #801:30:11 Candice's #801:33:19 Maggie's #701:35:05 Candice's #701:39:43 Maggie's #601:43:56 Candice's #601:47:27 Maggi...2025-01-032h 21
Trick TalkersEpisode 37 - Recent Plays, Upcoming Crowdfunding, & Fellowship of the Ring: Trick Taking GameJoin Patrick and Ryan in episode 37 of Trick Talkers - a podcast all about trick-takers, climbers, shedders and other card games! In this episode, they discuss a few games they played while on a mini break, some upcoming games that will hit KS or pre-order, the newest Lord the Rings trick taking game, and more.
Contact us:
Discord - discord.gg/DBJzczy5km
Email - tricktalkers@gmail.com
Linktree - https://linktr.ee/tricktalkers
Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/tricktalkers
Games/Topics discussed during the episode:
(00:00) - Patrick's Gallivanting
(02:55) - Crisps
(10:47) - Pisa
(26:50) - Of What's Left/Seers Catalog
(32:02) - The Gang
(39:28) - Eternal Decks (Kickstarte...2024-09-241h 44
A Cup of CozyEpisode 10 - Let's Chat Board GamesIn this episode I chat with Jenn Bartlett, also known as the board game librarian. Learn about the board gaming hobby, it’s history, and where it’s headed. Get introduced to different game titles for beginners and experienced gamers. And learn more about the magic of your local library.
Jenn’s Socials and contact information
www.theboardgamelibrarian.com
theboardgamelibrarian@gmail.com
instagram.com/theboardgamelibrarian
facebook.com/theboardgamelibrarian
Resources mentioned:
Hoopla
BoardGameGeek
The Portal (Kelly’s Friendly Local Game Store)
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A Cup of CozyEpisode 10 - Let's Chat Board GamesIn this episode I chat with Jenn Bartlett, also known as the board game librarian. Learn about the board gaming hobby, it’s history, and where it’s headed. Get introduced to different game titles for beginners and experienced gamers. And learn more about the magic of your local library.
Jenn’s Socials and contact information
www.theboardgamelibrarian.com
theboardgamelibrarian@gmail.com
instagram.com/theboardgamelibrarian
facebook.com/theboardgamelibrarian
Resources mentioned:
Hoopla
BoardGameGeek
The Portal (Kelly’s Friend...2024-08-291h 22The BoardGameGeek PodcastEpisode 49: Extended Fresh Plays: Gen Con '24, with Amy from ThinkerThemerAmy from ThinkerThemer joins Candice for a recap of Gen Con '24 and to highlight some special games they played.00:00:00 Introduction00:06:38 Gen Con '24 Recap00:18:12 Extended Fresh Plays: Gen Con '2400:18:50 Intarsia00:24:00 Spectacular00:33:40 MESOS00:38:46 Altay: Dawn of Civilization00:48:43 The Gang01:00:12 Middle Ages01:06:46 Comic Hunters01:20:01 Castle Combo01:25:21 Chandigarh01:29:54 Tower Up01:38:24 NOW!01:43:13 Seaside01:48:09 DroPolter01:52:02 The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era01:58:48 Lone Wolves02:09:16 Sign-offThank you to our sponsor, Lookout Games!For more details about BGG.CON: https://boardgamegeek.com/bggconNovember 19-23, 2025Hyatt Regency...2024-08-162h 11
The Board Game BBQ PodcastEpisode 286: Special Guests - Thinker Themer! plus, Feierabend, Pixies, Weimar: The Fight for DemocracyThis week Dana and Def welcome back two of our favourite Australian content creators: Thinker Themer. Amy and Maggie fill us in on what they've been up to since they were last on the show, share how their tastes have evolved, and also their views on the changing landscape of boardgmaing over the past few years.
In Sizzling Games, Amy has been avoiding work, Maggie has been off with the pixies, and Def and Dana have been battling for democracy. There's also the Question of the Pod, Swear an Oath, and all of the usual shenanigans you've...2024-03-261h 41
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 17): The Hotness vs Le Havre...This is Part 17 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives!We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the comments... that's what makes gaming...2024-02-1956 min
Game Brain: A Board Game Podcast About Our Gaming Group#206 Thunder Road: VendettaSpecial guest Jennifer Schlickbernd joins Trey to review Thunder Road: Vendetta and discuss starter modes in boardgames.0:00:00 Introduction0:02:35 Recent PlaysMerkatorArboreaPirates of Maricaibo20 StrongkCaloria launches on Kickstarter0:27:10 Game Review: Thunder Road: VendettaCar Wars (1981)Thunder Road (1986)The White Castle (2023)0:56:45 Discussion - Learning Modes in GamesEvacuationThinkerThemer's reviewReviveVoidfall- Find Etamar at kirbooloni.com- Game Brain Facebook Group- Instagram2024-02-111h 21ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 16): the 'we-bought-too-many-games-at-Essen-Spiel' edition!This is Part 16 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives!We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the comments... that's what makes gaming...2023-11-161h 00ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 15): will we ever finish this if we keep buying new games?Here's a mix of old and new! Finishing off a lot of our GenCon haul here, but also talking about some recent releases that we haven't had a chance to talk about on the channel, like Earth and Darwin's Journey. Enjoy! This is Part 15 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives!We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not...2023-09-181h 18ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 14): The GenCon Edition ~ a mixed bag for usThis is Part 14 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives!We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the comments... that's what makes gaming...2023-08-241h 07ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 13): The Episode Maggie's Been Dreading - ABSTRACTS!!Here's one for the Thinkers in the house! Themeless, Storyless, Abstract goodness. As dry as they come. Watch along as we try to find Maggie an abstract that she likes (or rather, that she admits she likes hehe). This is Part 13 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives!We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on...2023-05-0854 minThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 12): We have far too many games!I wish we could say we're half way, but we're probably not after 120 mini reviews!! Happy Monday and thank you for sticking with us through this series! This is Part 12 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives!We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2...2023-02-2752 minThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10: Even More Roll & Writes! 🎲 (Part 11)Happy Monday and thank you for listening! 😍This is Part 11 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives - and this is the SECOND special roll & write episode Support the show2023-02-0647 minThinkerThemerTop 10 Most Anticipated Board Games of 2023How is it the end of January already?! 2023 has well and truly arrived and we're sooooooooo excited about all of the board game goodness headed our way. We hope you enjoy this list of some of our most anticipated titles of this year.Thank you to all of our wonderful subscribers for creating such an incredible community, and to our joeyfam who support us to continue doing this! Wherever you are we hope you're having a lovely start to the year. A&M xSupport the show2023-01-2343 minThinkerThemer10, out of 10: 100 GAMES DONE!!! We continue to rate our entire board game collection (Part 10!)Happy Monday! 😍 Welcome to part 10!!This makes 100 games we've now rated for 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN! This is the series where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of rat...2023-01-161h 04ThinkerThemerTop 10 Board Games of 2022WOW what another huge year of game releases! We've had so much fun playing these 2022 titles and have loved sharing & discussing many of these titles with you all over the last year. Our channel is supported by our YouTube channel members (our joeyfam!) Please consider supporting us to continue making unpaid board game review content. Support the show2022-12-131h 05ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 9): Even MORE 2-Player Board Games! ☯Happy Monday and thank you for watching! 😍This is Part 9 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the co...2022-12-0548 min
The Stacking Benjamins ShowBoard Games Worth Your Benjamins (with Amy & Maggie From ThinkerThemer)Tired of not knowing how to get into money topics with friends OR sick of boring holiday parties where someone picked out a lame game from Walmart? We'll solve BOTH problems today with our friends from the Australia-based YouTube channel Thinker Themer, Amy and Maggie! They're board game reviewers who walk us through two lists, one detailing great games introducing people to money or economic themes, and the other with party games that will be sure to entertain your friends and family over this holiday season. They're sure to bring some games you've never heard of that can provide...2022-11-251h 14ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10: We rate our entire board game collection! (Part 8)Hi everyone! Maggie has been very sick this week and so you have EVEN MORE AMY talking than usual. Sorry about that :D Thank you for watching!This is Part 8 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences ar...2022-11-2155 min
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 7): A 2-Player Board Games SpecialHappy Monday and thank you for watching! 😍This is Part 7 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the co...2022-11-131h 02
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 6): We rate our entire board game collection!Happy Monday and thank you for watching! 😍This is Part 6 of our series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the co...2022-11-061h 05
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 5): We rate our entire board game collection!Happy Monday and thank you for watching! 😍This is Part 5 of our new series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the...2022-10-241h 07The Board Game BBQ PodcastEpisode 212: PAX Australia Re-cap (Part II)In this episode Conor, Mitch and Mike serve up the second half of our PAX Australia recap which includes interviews with Thinker Themer, Nerds of the West, Luella Moore, and The Dicemen Cometh. A special thanks to everyone who came out to meet us, or sat down to learnt a new game, and a big warm welcome to all of the new members to our community.
We also recap last week's Question of the Pod: What upcoming indie board games are you following? Thanks to everyone who contributed and shared their photos with us on Discord and...2022-10-181h 26
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 42 ~ PAX Australia Recap | Board Game Reviews (Dog Park, Sync or Swim, Wok and Roll)❤ Ahhh, it's so nice to be back on the couch. This week is a HUGE week for game previews so we're happy to take some time out just to catch up with you all - it feels like so long since the last Small Talk episode! It was also a big week visiting the mailbox, with so many new games arriving, as well as some postcards which always make us smile. Have a glorious week ahead, A&M xx ❤If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to our private discord, please consider becoming a Yo...2022-10-1744 min
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 4): A Roll & Write Special 🎲Happy Monday and thank you for listening! 😍This is Part 4 of our new series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives - and this is a special roll & write episode (one of a few we think....).We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and t...2022-10-041h 08
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 3) - We rate our entire board game collection!Happy Monday and thank you for watching! 😍This is Part 3 of our new series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the...2022-09-261h 10
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 2) - We rate our entire board game collection!Thank you for all of your lovely feedback and comments on Part 1's video. 😍This is Part 2 of our new series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love t...2022-09-191h 20
ThinkerThemer10, OUT OF 10 (Part 1) We rate our entire board game collection!Welcome to our new series, 10 (COMMA!) OUT OF TEN, where we rate 10 games on a 10 point scale from our two unique perspectives. We hope this helps you get a better sense for our game preferences, and remember..... 1) ratings are subjective, based on our own individual enjoyment of the game, they're not a judgment on game quality or the likelihood you would feel the same, 2) our game preferences are ever evolving and these may change, 3) we respect and would love to hear your differences of ratings in the comments... that's what makes gaming so fascinating and full of...2022-09-131h 26
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 41 ~ Dominican Republic | Board Game Reviews (Astra, Town 66, Cinderella's Dance)❤ We had a sudden family emergency last week and had to travel to the Dominican Republic. In spite of the circumstances we found time to reconnect with Maggie's family and of course found time to sneak in a couple of smaller games. Thank you for all of the love and support, we're so grateful for this community. A&M xx ❤Support the show2022-09-0847 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 40 ~feat. Sneaky Guest Boston | Board Game Reviews (Kites, San Francisco, Cat in the Box)❤ We are wishing you all a very happy and healthy week ahead. A&M xx ❤Support the show2022-08-2254 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 39 ~ Merida, Mexico | Board Game Reviews (CuBirds, Thurn & Taxis, Planted, & Veggies)We are off schedule again but trying to post videos whenever we can - editing in airports! Thanks for bearing with us and we'll be back to our regular schedule soon! ❤️Support the show2022-08-0444 minThinkerThemerTop 10 Upcoming Games to *Buy, Try or Spy* at GenCon 2022Well it’s almost time for GenCon 2022 and since we are mapping out our purchases and demos (or just glimpses of new prototypes!) we thought we’d create a video to share with you. And even if you can’t make it this year we hope that this list provides a bit of a glimpse into the interesting and exciting upcoming games in the back half of this year :D Support the show2022-07-3045 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 38 ~ USA Travels | Board Games (Marvel Dice Throne, Troyes Dice, Dungeons, Dice & Danger)We're loving our travels around the US! This video was filmed in LA where we learned filming spots are highly contested! 😅 Hope you're having a great week! A&M xx ❤Support the show2022-07-2645 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 6 Board Game Campaigns) Ep36 feat. Sunshine City, Moon & More...❤ We are surrounded by games and feel we may have indeed overcommitted! ... Even though all these boxes are mostly for one game 😅Have a wonderful week & happy Monday! A&M xo ❤Support the show2022-07-1935 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 5 Board Game Campaigns) Ep35 feat. Helsinki, Drop Bears, Stonewall Uprising & More...❤ Maggie is very expressive this episode 😂 Making up for the fact that we only have a top 5 again this fortnight friends... hoping that means you can continue to save some money and/or find some gems at your local FLGS instead. Have a wonderful week & happy Monday! A&M xo ❤Support the show2022-07-0532 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 37 ~ Astrophotography | More Board Games (Oh My Goods, Decorum, Parade)❤ With everything happening in the world, we are putting extra love out into the universe today. Wherever you are, take care of yourselves and we hope you find some joy in sharing in games with us this episode. A&M xx ❤Support the show2022-06-2850 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 5 Board Game Campaigns) Ep34 feat. Septima, First in Flight, Skyrise & More...❤ Happy Monday friends! Hoping that wherever you are, whatever the weather, and whoever you're with... that you're having the best week full of board games. A&M xo ❤Support the show2022-06-2130 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 36 ~ This just in! | More Board Games (Creature Comforts, It's a Wonderful Kingdom)❤ Hello and we hope this video finds you smiling on this wonderful Monday. Happy Pride month! If you're reading this, thank you so much for watching each week and we are so grateful for your support. A&M ❤ Support the show2022-06-141h 03
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Board Game Campaigns) Ep33 feat. Castles of Burgundy, ARCS, Bark Avenue & More...❤ Remember that time we said we were saving money **HAHAH** (looking at you Episode 22) Turns out it was for this week! What a fantastic fortnight of interesting games. What are you backing? Is Space or Castles your jam this week? A&M ❤Support the show2022-06-0853 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 35 | Myer-Briggs | Filler Board Games (incl. P'achakuna, The Guild of Merchant Explorers)❤ Are we ramblier than usual in this episode? 😅 I think so.... s0000oooo don't forget to use the timestamps if you need to!! Happy Monday and hope you're smiling. A&M ❤ If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to even more content, please consider becoming a YouTube channel member (the joeyfam). Support the show2022-05-3152 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 5 Board Game Campaigns) Ep32 feat. Anunnaki, Micro Cosmos, Boardgametables & more❤ Let's all say it together now.... ~F I S C A L L Y ~ R E S P O N S I B L E ~! Happy Monday friends! A&M ❤Join our YouTube channel for our podcast, access to our discord & more!Support the show2022-05-2429 min
Rahdo Talks ThroughRahdo Talks Through►►► Episode 84This episode sponsored by http://honeybuzz.rahdo.com
•••[3:12] Games Q&A►►► Should pubs put out digital versions? Should pubs put out PnPs? Cards in cards? RRT YouTube shownotes? https://geekgroup.app ? Secret word contests? Final thoughts? Ranking http://gone.rahdo.com ? Responding to questions? Narrative in euros? ThinkerThemer's recent VW video? Lifestyle games? Downtime mitigation? Games we're best at?
•••[1:24:15] Personal Q&A►►► Star Wars strengths? Fear? Krystal & Saagar? Twitter? Why is Last Jedi the best star war? Bluetooth speaker? Frugality problems? Alpha dogs? Dr. Strange & Moonknight? Star Trek show rankings? Dire Straits? Je...2022-05-232h 10
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 34 | Haircuts? | Filler Board Games (Paint the Roses, Animal Kingdoms & Spirit of Eden)❤ Have you got your cuppa? It's definitely getting chilly here in Melbourne but welcome to a new week!! We're chatting about a whole variety of things in this episode, as well as some more games of course! Have a wonderful Monday wherever you are. A&M ❤ If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to even more content, please consider becoming a member of our YouTube channel (the joeyfam). Support the show2022-05-171h 00
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Board Game Campaigns) Ep31 feat. Oranienburger Kanal, Through Ice and Snow & More❤ Another fortnight and more opportunities to break that new year's resolution - eep - but how can we resist mushrooms and cats? HOW?!...Hope you're all smiling this week! A&M ❤Join our YouTube channel for our podcast, access to our discord & more!Support the show2022-05-1050 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 33 | Themer Birthday 🎉 | 5 Filler Board Games (Caper Europe, Explore & Draw, Aldabas..)❤ Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Maggggggiiieeeeeeeee... happy birthday to you (HIP HIP HOORAY!) Hope you enjoy this episode of Small Talk & have a wonderful week ahead everyone! A&M ❤ If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to even more content, please consider becoming a YouTube channel member (the joeyfam). Support the show2022-05-031h 04
Brainwaves - Board Game and Tabletop News ShowEpisode 97 - Corked BottleWith Episode 100 on the horizon, Iain and Jamie start to get things sorted out at the HQ for the big day. Of course the news has to come first and the studio beckons as they cover controversy in wine country, Hasbro announcements, GAMA elections, and much more on this episode of Brainwaves.
Headlines
Viticulture World Controversy
https://stonemaiergames.com/south-america-cultural-consulting-and-fixing-a-big-mistake/
Thinker Themer Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIxYdLEW__w&ab_channel=ThinkerThemer
Hasbro, DnD Direct and more
2022-05-0232 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Board Game Campaigns) Ep30 feat. Last Light, Sleeping Gods Distant Skies & More❤ Happy Monday to the joeyfam and all of this wonderful community! We hope wherever you are that this week is a fabulous one, and we can't wait to hear what you've been backing. So many good choices.... A&M ❤Join our channel for our podcast, access to our discord & moreTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:05 Number 1003:41 Number 908:00 Number 814:59 Number 718:00 Number 621:11 Number 524:50 Number 428:38 Number 334:12 Number 242:04 Number 150:06 Wrap UpSupport the show2022-04-2650 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 32 | Just Married | 5 Filler Board Games (Floriferous, Dog Lover, Whirling Witchcraft...)❤ Our first video filmed since becoming wife and wife :D thank you all so much for the well wishes... we had the most perfect day and we're so happy to now be married. Hope whatever you were doing in the last week was just as filled with joy. Happy Monday... lots of love A&M x ❤ If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to even more content, please consider becoming a channel member via Youtube (the joeyfam).Support the show2022-04-1857 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat Ep29 + Deliveries of Campaigns PastOooo lucky for our wallets that things have been a little quieter for us on the crowdfunding sites this fortnight so we reduced our list to 5 this week and instead we talk about some new game arrivals! Happiest of Mondays to you all! A&M ❤TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction01:06 - Deliveries of campaigns past10:04 - Number 512:45 - Number 416:03 - Number 320:45 - Number 227:13 - Number 135:34 - Wrap upSupport the show2022-04-1136 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 31 | Backing Games & Doppelgängers | 5 Fillers (Feat. Bullet, Summer Camp, Claim & more)❤ Welcome back to episode 31 of Small Talk... not QUITE back to our couch but back to our usual format and back in Australia!! Ahh it's so nice to spend Mondays here with you. Have a wonderful week ahead! A&M x ❤ Support the show2022-04-0554 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep28 feat. Motor City, Oak, Encyclopedia & moreHappy Monday! We recorded this one just before we left LA to hop on the plane back home. Thank you for your patience during our travels and great to be back for another look at the crowdfunding world which is back in full swing! What have you been backing since we've been gone? A&M ❤TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction00:50 - Number 1003:37 - Number 907:49 - Number 811:16 - Number 714:53 - Number 619:54 - Number 525:28 - Number 429:08 - Number 331:50 - Number 235:27 - Number 139:53 - Wrap upSupport the sh...2022-03-2840 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk Ep29.... Vegas & Dice Tower West.... 🇺🇸Sorry - a correction for around the 36:20 mark; Blue Lagoon is by Reiner Knizia (not Michael Kiesling). Vegas brain! We are on a burger diet 😬 and have not stopped since we arrived!!! 😴💤 But when in Vegas! This time there's lots of games to talk about (we played soooo many at DTW) but no IAQs. Trying to get back on schedule with the content but hope you enjoy this video in the meantime. Happy Monday wherever you are 💕 A&MSupport the show2022-03-1452 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk Ep28.... LA IAQs.... 🇺🇸We made it to the US!!!! 😄🇺🇸❤🥳Sorry that there's no games this week... but we hope you enjoy this quick update about our trip so far, as well as some IAQs. Happy Monday wonderful peopleA&MSupport the show2022-03-0218 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep27 feat. Rolling Heights, Earth, Tindaya & more❤ We can only apologise in advance for what happens when we record late at night. Have we mentioned we're NOT night owls? But we did it! And it's Monday! So Happy Monday and hope that you're enjoying looking at all of these new games as crowdfunding season really starts to kick in. Stay healthy and happy! A&M ❤Join our channel for our podcast, access to our discord & moreOur merch store: https://thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.com/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:17 Number 1003:12 Number 906:05 Number 808:16 Number 710:58 Number 612:33 Number 516:28 Number 422:48 Numbe...2022-02-2137 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 27 | Our Top 5 Board Game Mechanics | 5 Fillers (Feat. Floating Floors, Nova Luna & More)❤ Hey hey it's Valentine's Day and we are sending all of the love & positive vibes from Australia for your week ahead....! Hope you've all had a fabulous weekend and now can kick some goals & find some joy in the work week. Happy Monday! A&M x ❤ If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to even more content, please consider becoming a YouTube Channel member (the joeyfam). Merch store: https://thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro01:18 Postcard Update04:44 IAQ - Our Top 5 Mechanics06:39 #5 top mechanic (Maggie)09:42 #5 top...2022-02-1457 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep26 feat. La Granja, Jiangnan, Hens, Yokai Septet & more❤ Wow we got through the top 10 in 39 minutes! Maybe too much caffeine? Happy Monday and hope you enjoying listening to more chats about the campaigns that caught our eye this fortnight. Stay happy & safe! A&M ❤Join our YouTube channel Membership for our podcast, access to our discord & moreOur merch store: https://thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:32 Number 1005:10 Number 908:21 Number 810:44 Number 715:38 Number 619:28 Number 522:14 Number 425:22 Number 330:42 Number 235:13 Number 138:24 Wrap UpThanks for stopping by! We're Amy & Maggie aka ThinkerThemer. We're an Au...2022-02-0739 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 26 | Weak Ankles Weak Memory | 5 Filler Board Games (Feat. Canopy, Streets, Mantis Falls)❤ Happy Monday morning or evening! In this week's episode we are just a wee bit excited about (finally) leaving the country (hopefully) and we answer more IAQs about even more topics. Keep them coming...! Lots of love from Australia always! A&M x ❤ If you'd like to support our channel ThinkerThemer and get access to even more content, please consider becoming a channel member (the joeyfam). Merch store: https://thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 Up, up and away! 04:28 IAQs (Sports, memorising rules, planning & observing, AP, accents, behind the scenes) 00:31:24 - A Kindl...2022-01-311h 12
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep25 feat. Skate Summer, Yucatan, Final Girl 2 & more❤ OK friends we are BACK to a full Top 10!!! So crowdfunding is finally back for the year with (almost) full force, but the real question is, how long will our New Year's resolutions last? Have you backed your first game for 2022? What was it? ... Let us know in the comments below. Happy Monday! Have a wonderful week ahead! A&M ❤Join our channel for our podcast, access to our discord & moreOur merch store: https://thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction 06:23 Number 1010:10 Number 913:10 Number 818:05 Number 723:44 Number 627:49 Number 532:49 Numbe...2022-01-2456 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 25 | Match Making | 5 Filler Board Games (Feat. Welcome to the Moon, Hens & Dice Miner)Thanks for stopping by to hear our FAQ and our thoughts on these filler games! We're Amy & Maggie aka ThinkerThemer. We're an Australian couple with two very different perspectives of what makes a great board game - Amy (Thinker) is all about the mechanics and enjoys tight, competitive games, and Maggie (Themer) is all about the storytelling and the theme of the game, and the 'world' that the designer is trying to create. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to hear us talk about these two elements of a game, and how well integrated we feel these are...2022-01-171h 13
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 5 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep24 ... "Welcome Back to Backing"❤ Happy New Year!! We are SO excited to be back for another big year of chatting campaigns... but we're kicking off our 2022 spending with a bit of a smaller list this week. Think of this as a light stretch before we run a marathon! ❤Our merch store: thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 Easing In01:25 Some Resolutions05:58 Number 511:03 Number 414:29 Number 317:40 Number 223:37 Number 129:40 Wrap UpThanks for stopping by to watch Back Chat! We're Amy & Maggie aka ThinkerThemer. We're an Australian couple with two very different perspectives of what...2022-01-1030 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 24 | Our Love Languages (Feat. Yinsh, Three Sisters, Momiji, Arkham Horror TCG & More)❤ HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! Welcome back to the channel for a brand new year - 2022. We have been busy holidayin' with family & friends but it feels so great to be back on the couch to chat games with you all. Hope everyone is keeping safe & happy, A&M ❤ If you want to support what we're doing here at ThinkerThemer, please consider becoming a channel member (the joeyfam). Merch store: thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:22 What we've been up to09:13 Reflecting on some recent videos14:36 IAQs (Games with no AI/simple solo...2022-01-031h 10
ThinkerThemerBack Chat Back Track 2021: Reflections on a year of spendingWe've loved spending fortnightly Mondays backing games with you in 2021. We were a bit shocked to look at the total list, and thought we'd talk through some of our reflections on all of the campaigns. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season, and looking forward to bringing back Back Chat in 2022. A&M xTimestamps00:00 Introduction01:16 An adventure into adventure games05:53 Theme patterns12:10 Trick Taking games14:45 Euros reign supreme17:00 Intriguing games21:47 Most expensive backs28:14 Not games30:00 A few expansions38:25 Backed & delivered in 202140:47 Beautiful games45:49 Will...2021-12-2049 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 23| Hidden Promos & a true FAQ (Feat. That Time You Killed Me, Trek12, Fox in the Forest)❤ Heading into the holiday season with our usual Monday ramblings about games and "stuff." Join us while we answer some IAQs and talk about some filler & larger group games. Welcome to the start of a new week everyone, hope you're happy, healthy and smiling. A&M ❤ If you want to support what we're doing here at ThinkerThemer, please consider becoming a YouTube channel member (the joeyfam). Merch store: https://thinkerthemer-merch.creator-spring.com/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:45 What we've been up to05:02 IAQs (Throwing games [again], thinky / themey games, SECRET hidden bonuses, our gaming...2021-12-131h 03
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 22 (Feat. Wild Space, Muffin time, Imhotep the duel, Let's make a bus route, Mississippi Queen & QuezzleJoin us while we answer some IAQs and talk about a handful of games we've been playing while on holiday! Welcome to the start of a new week everyone, hope you're happy, healthy and smiling. Have a great week ahead! A&M ❤ Support the show2021-11-291h 03
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep23 feat. Weather Machine, Hegemony, Resurgence & more❤ WOW What just happened?? We thought we were done spending for the year 😬 If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a member of the channel (the joeyfam!) Simply click the "join" button (next to subscribe in a browser) to find out more. It will give you access to our private discord, extended Back Chat videos every fortnight & of course our endless gratitude for supporting what we do ❤TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction 00:38 Number 1004:17 Number 908:27 Number 814:14 Number 721:54 Number 626:01 Number 531:17 Number 437:36 Number 344:20 Number 248:21 Number 158:4...2021-11-2259 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 21 | Playmats, Influences & Setting up Solos | Board Games (Feat. Go, Inkling, Winter Queen, Gangster’s Dilemma, Dream Crush & Radlands)❤ It's Monday and we're again small talkin' while Boston decides to gruff and growl in the background, for a change. Join us while we answer some IAQs and talk about an extremely old and some much newer games! Welcome to the start of a new week everyone, hope you're happy, healthy and smiling. Have a great week ahead! A&M ❤ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:32 Postcard update!!06:41 Busy back to gaming post lockdown07:12 Checking out the “Go” club & learning the oldest board game in the world!14:40 IAQ (Scripted or organic, Playmats & their storage, is the solo worth t...2021-11-151h 19
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep 22 feat. Geisha's Road, Karigar-e-Taj & more If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a member of the channel (the joeyfam!) Simply click the "join" button (next to subscribe in a browser) to find out more. It will give you access to our private discord, extended Back Chat videos every fortnight & of course our endless gratitude for supporting what we do ❤TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction & our backing logic03:39 Number 1007:55 Number 911:31 Number 814:59 Number 718:00 Number 622:05 Number 527:16 Number 430:43 Number 335:07 Number 239:36 Number 145:53 Wrap UpSupport the show2021-11-0846 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk ep 20 | Board Games (Dvonn, The Road, Jaipur, Cartographers & 7W Duel)Happy Monday! If you enjoy our content each and every Monday please consider joining our YouTube channel membership (the joeyfam :)) as it's the only way we support our channel and it gives you access to extra video updates, behind-the-scenes chit chat & updates in our community and our Discord... we'd love to see you there :) A&M xTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:48 Postcard update!!07:03 Back to our gaming table10:15 The perfect anniversary date & "proper pants"15:31 IAQ (ThinkerThinker con, Dreams, Discovering board games, Alternative hobbies)29:43 Cartographers (Base & Collector's Edition)39:54 The Road46:54 Jaipur*51:14 7...2021-11-011h 03
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep21 feat. Bardwood Grove, Steam Up & moreIt's a-bit-freer-than-last-Monday Monday!!! Happy days! If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a member of the channel (the joeyfam!) Simply click the "join" button (next to subscribe in a browser) to find out more. It will give you access to our private discord, extended Back Chat videos every fortnight & of course our endless gratitude for supporting what we do ❤TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:02 Spielbox02:08 Number 1006:24 Number 913:09 Number 816:48 Number 721:45 Number 625:43 Number 530:31 Number 439:36 Number 343:57 Number 249:45 Number 155:39 Wrap UpSupport the...2021-10-2556 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 19 | Exit Signing & IAQs | Board Games (Steam Up, Sheepy Time, Fado & more)Whoops, almost forgot about the games [1hr later] 😂 Thanks for sending in so many questions for us to answer this week! Happy Monday! If you enjoy our content each and every Monday please consider joining our YouTube channel membership (the joeyfam :)) as it's the only way we support our channel and it gives you access to extra video updates, behind-the-scenes chit chat & updates in our community and our Discord... we'd love to see you there :) A&M xTo send us a postcard (THANK YOU!):Our post office address:ThinkerThemerP.O. Box 1472307 Poi...2021-10-181h 27
ThinkerThemerBack Chat Ep20 (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) feat. Voidfall, Mythwind, Beast, Roll Camera B Movie If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a member of the channel (the joeyfam!) Simply click the "join" button (next to subscribe in a browser) to find out more. It will give you access to our private discord, extended Back Chat videos every fortnight & of course our endless gratitude for supporting what we do ❤TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:41 A quezzle03:12 Number 1009:53 Number 915:25 Number 821:10 Number 725:42 Number 631:53 Number 534:18 Number 440:57 Number 347:20 Number 253:56 Number 1Support the show2021-10-111h 03
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 18 | Cooperating & Silent Discos | Board Games (TM Ares Expedition, Stratego & more)HAPPY MONDAY!!! Thanks for watching! If you enjoy our content each and every Monday please consider joining our YouTube channel membership (the joeyfam :)) as it's the only way we support our channel and it gives you access to extra video updates, behind-the-scenes chit chat & updates in our community and our Discord... we'd love to see you there :) A&M xTo send us a postcard (THANK YOU!):Our post office address:ThinkerThemerP.O. Box 1472307 Point Nepean RdRye, Victoria, Australia 3941TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:13 Postcard update!!12:00 IAQ (Cooperating)2021-10-041h 13
Game Brain: A Board Game Podcast About Our Gaming GroupRound 13, Turn 9: "Ankh: Gods of Egypt" with Matt and PaulTrey, Matt, and Paul review "Ankh: Gods of Egypt" and discuss player elimination as a mechanism.00:00:00 Introduction - - Americanish 00:05:24 Game News- Candice's Gen Con Round Up - Dune: A Game of Conquest and Diplomacy - Burncycle- Verdant Kickstarter- Voidfall Kickstarter- Imperium: Classics- Concordia on iOS- Back Chat from ThinkerThemer00:21:36 Game Night- Not Alone- Bohnanza- Key to the City: London- Chaos in the Old World- Imperial Stea...2021-10-041h 45
ThinkerThemerBack Chat Ep19 (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) feat. Verdant, Dog Park, Artisans of Splendent Vale❤ It must be MONDAY!!!! If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a member. Simply click the "join" button (next to subscribe in a browser) to find out more. It will give you access to our private discord, extended Back Chat videos every fortnight & of course our endless gratitude for supporting what we do ❤ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:33 Two extra campaigns02:41 Number 1004:33 Number 909:02 Number 813:50 Number 716:46 Number 622:45 Number 526:54 Number 429:55 Number 335:20 Number 240:11 Number 146:28 Wrap upSupport the show2021-09-2747 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 17 | Motivation Profile & Escape Rooms | Board Games (Land vs. Sea, Pirate Party... )We're back on the couch! Whoohoo! So wonderful to be back to the regular schedule of Small Talk (every second Monday). In this - extra long - episode we discuss our board game motivations profile. TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:00 Postcard update!!08:26 Anniversary video reflections (& Jeremy, No Pun Included & Alex!)16:37 Our Board Game motivations profile23:33 IAQ (Escape rooms)35:48 Qwinto41:24 Pirate Party: Women of the High Seas47:00 Fairy Trails54:53 Land vs. Sea01:04:23 Coatl01:13:38 Wrap UpTip Jar: paypal.me/thinkerthemerTo send us a p...2021-09-191h 15
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep18 feat. Agemonia, Mythic Mystics, Eleven & More If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a channel member (join the joeyfam!) Simply click the "join" button (next to subscribe in a browser) to find out more. It will give you access to our private discord, extended Back Chat videos every fortnight & of course our endless gratitude for supporting what we are doing TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:18 Number 1004:16 Number 906:17 Number 812:11 Number 715:59 Number 620:50 Number 523:50 Number 428:38 Number 333:46 Number 238:03 Number 140:33 Wrap upSupport the show2021-09-1341 min
ThinkerThemerCelebrating 1 Year of ThinkerThemer! It's our YouTube birthday!We interrupt your usual ThinkerThemer broadcast to bring you a very special video – today we are celebrating 1 year of content creation!!! It’s our YouTube birthday! Settle in, it’s a LONG one, and it has a bit of everything; some big news, some very special appearances, and A LOT of feelings.We LOVE our fun new look & logo, and we hope you do too. Check out the super talented Melbourne-based artist we collaborated with, Renata (AKA gremren):https://www.instagram.com/gremren/https://gremren.carrd.co/Thank you for every like, every...2021-09-0659 min
ThinkerThemerBack Chat (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep17 feat. Wild Serengeti, The Gardens, Backyard ChickensTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:00 Some interesting extra campaigns!04:40 Number 1007:37 Number 910:18 Number 813:26 Number 717:16 Number 619:53 Number 526:11 Number 430:46 Number 335:42 Number 238:24 Number 142:17 Wrap upSupport the show2021-08-3042 min
ThinkerThemerSmall Talk 16 - Cooking & Movies & 5 "Filler" Board Games: Rolling Realms, Meadow, My Farm Shop and more!HAPPY MONDAY!!! Thanks for watching! If you enjoy our content each and every Monday please consider joining our YouTube channel membership (the joeyfam :)) as it's the only way we support our channel and it gives you access to extra video updates, behind-the-scenes chit chat & updates in our community and our Discord... we'd love to see you there :) A&M xTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction00:46 Postcard Update!!08:18 IAQs (Collection size, Cooking, Movies, Wicked&Wise, My Face 🤨...)26:35 Rolling Realms33:40 Codenames Duet38:40 Meadow52:10 The Gardens 58:34 My Farm ShopSupport the show2021-08-231h 07
ThinkerThemerBack Chat 16 (Top 10 Kickstarter Board Games) Ep16 feat. Flamecraft, Lands of Galzyr, Arydia & More!❤ If we help brighten your Mondays, please consider supporting our YouTube channel by becoming a member of the channel (the joeyfam!) You'll get access to our private discord & extended Back Chat videos every episode ❤ 00:00 Introduction 00:57 NUMBER 1005:05 NUMBER 908:37 NUMBER 814:27 NUMBER 717:47 NUMBER 620:31 NUMBER 525:15 NUMBER 429:29 NUMBER 334:07 NUMBER 240:00 NUMBER 149:02 Wrap Up Support the show2021-08-1750 min
Rahdo Talks ThroughTop 10 Solo Games w/ Maggie of ThinkerThemerThis month I'm joined by Maggie of Thinker Themer to count down all our fave solo games! If you'd rather watch the video of it, check https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fw8mnA638b4, and you can find more of Thinker Themer at https://www.youtube.com/c/thinkerthemer
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•••Send your questions to questions@rahdo.com2021-08-101h 49