Parhaat Game Brain Podcastit (2025)

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#232: Men-Nefer 1:37:57

14d ago1:37:57

1:37:57

In this episode of Game Brain, Ben and Paul dive deep into the ancient world with a full review of Men-Nefer, exploring its mechanics, strategy, and whether it’s an classic Egyptian Euro (oxymoron?) in the making. But that’s not all—we also break down Mind MGMT, Serenissima, and DroPolter, dissecting the mind games, economic battles, and dexterity …

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Brainwaves Episode 158 - Possible Possums 54:34

7d ago54:34

54:34

The team are back to scour the corners of the world for the best in Tabletop Gaming News. This episode we cover mergers, departures, destruction, and we have an interview with those Rascals. Headlines Steve Jackson merges with Possum Games https://www.rascal.news/possum-creek-games-wanders-to-a-new-home-with-steve-jackson-games/ https://www.sjgames…

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Table Scraps 02: What If I'm Late For Game Night? 55:08

28d ago55:08

55:08

Ben and Paul talk about punctuality and game night: what do you do when you're running late? When is it okay to run late? What do we owe those who are late? And what about showing up too early? It's all about timing and game night.Kirjoittanut Game Brain

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Brainwaves Episode 157 - Diamond Dogs 46:02

28d ago46:02

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It’s another bumper episode of Brainwaves as we bring you news from across the Tabletop globe. Diamond is in the rough, Asmodee avoids a hug, lawsuits get settled, and Iain gets to go off on one about ethics. All this, and more, on episode 157 of Brainwaves. Headlines Diamond files for bankruptcy https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/58618/diamond-fi…

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#230: Best of 2024 2:35:46

1M ago2:35:46

2:35:46

Matt, Paul, Trey, Tom, Jordan, and Ben convene to discuss their top games of the year. Plus, awards in categories such as "Best New To Me Game," "Biggest Disappointment," and "Best Expansion." We had a variety of audio issues in this episode; so apologies in advance for the not amazing sound quality. Drew Conley Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com…

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#229 2024 Navel-Gazing 1:24:11

2M ago1:24:11

1:24:11

Ben and Paul discuss their favorite gaming sessions of 2024. Then, in advance of a future Game Brain top 10 episode (or something in that mold), Ben shares his favorite non-top 10 games of last year, specifically #25-#11. This list will make some listeners angry, and Ben apologizes in advance. Please help our friend Drew recover from the devastatin…

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Brainwaves Episode 156 - New Trousers 24:37

2M ago24:37

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The whole team is back for the first Brainwaves of the year. Join us as we dive into the latest tabletop gaming news from Hasbro rolling the dice on gambling to chess clashing with the wrong trousers! All this and more on episode 156 of Brainwaves. Headlines Hasbro rolls the dice https://igamingbusiness.com/company-news/games-global-unveils-excitin…

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Table Scraps 01: How to Get a Famous Lady to Play Games With You 50:37

2M ago50:37

50:37

Welcome to Table Scraps, a new board game chat show here at Game Brain. We'll be posting these eps from time to time, and if the tech gods are kind to us, there will even be a video component. Today Ben and Paul chat about the sort of games Anna Scott (not a real person), Barack Obama, and Erin Brockovitch would enjoy, and then they explore how to …

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Brainwaves Special Edition - Dragonmeet 2024 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

This podcast contains all the interviews that I conducted during Dragonmeet 2024. Thanks so much to everyone that took the time to talk to me. The interviewees are: Jason, Always Checkers Publishing Chris, Beyond Cataclysm Mike, Planet Smasher Games Shaan, RPG Taverns Finbar and Gary, Game Therapy UK Our Links Thanks very much for listening. If you…

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#227 Living Up To The Hype 1:47:17

2M ago1:47:17

1:47:17

The new hotness has flooded the marketplace, and Ben and Jordan are here to make sense of it. Which new releases live up to the hype, exceed it, and fall short of it? We cover a lot of ground; so buckle up! 00:00 Introduction 11:22 Kraftwagen: Age of Engineering 13:00 Stress Botics 14:48 Unconscious Mind 16:47 Landmarks 18:08 Shackleton Base 21:00 …

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#226 Shackleton Base 1:30:57

3M ago1:30:57

1:30:57

Ben and Paul deep dive the new area control, tableau-building, moon-exploiting, corporation-pleasing game "Shackleton Base." They also discuss new hotness Civolution as well as Fromage and Men-Nefer. Ben also offers up some family game suggestions for the holidays - all while attempting labored "Wicked" puns.…

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Brainwaves Episode 155 - Christmas Joyride 56:47

3M ago56:47

56:47

It’s the last cast of the year and we have a full team in the studio to bring you the latest tabletop gaming news. From people taking off their masks, to copyright disputes, and awards news. Listen to the only cast to bring you the really important industry news. Headlines Has Powerboats been taken for a Joyride? Joyride vs Powerboats thread https:…

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Mental Side of Launching 24:24

3M ago24:24

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Episode 216: In this episode we dig into the mental side of launching. This is the stuff that makes the experience easier, more effective and feels fun instead of stressful. Because you CAN choose a number you want to hit while launching, only speak to those people, problem solve for why they haven't joined yet AND handle the emotions of if you're …

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#225: Sprue'd Up! #2 52:39

3M ago52:39

52:39

Matt and Jordan return to the world of miniature wargaming to get you up to speed on all of their recent adventures.Kirjoittanut Game Brain

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Brainwaves Episode 154 - Taxing Times 30:10

3M ago30:10

30:10

It’s a cast of finances, awards, lawsuits, and political games as Oliver and Iain cross the world in the episode 154 of Brainwave to bring you the best in Tabletop Gaming News. Headlines Tariffs and Trade Rules Tax Tabletop Publishers https://www.sjgames.com/ill/archive/2024-11-10 https://www.compliancegate.com/general-product-safety-regulation/ ht…

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Brainwaves Episode 153 - World Worries 30:06

4M ago30:06

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It’s been a mix of huge stories and not much else in the last few weeks. Iain and Jamie bring you the lowdown on what is going on at World of Game Design, who is bagging awards, hasbro’s financials, and what size of country the population of D&D Beyond could establish. All this, and more, on episode 153 of Brainwaves Headlines WOGD investigation by…

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#224 Gaia Project: The Lost Fleet 2:13:55

4M ago2:13:55

2:13:55

Ben, Trey, and Paul go deep on The Lost Fleet, a hot new expansion for Gaia Project. Plus, initial impressions from fresh Essen releases SETI, Asian Tigers, and Shackleton Base. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:45 SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence 0:30:15 Asian Tigers 0:44:50 La Famiglia: The Great Mafia War 0:46:15 Shackleton Base: A Journey…

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Getting The Most From 1:1 Coaching 34:24

4M ago34:24

34:24

Episode 215 – what are you getting from selling 1:1 coaching that will help you sell your next offer? In today’s episode I help you see the answer to this question in a few different ways. When you know this answer you can feel on track even in the hard parts of learning to sell. When you know this answer you can bask in everything you’ve already l…

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#223: Sprue'd Up! #1 1:27:34

4M ago1:27:34

1:27:34

Join Matt and Jordan for the first episode of "Sprue'd Up!", an occasional Game Brain offshoot about two euro gamers taking their first steps into the world of miniature wargaming. Star Wars: Shatterpoint Warhammer 40,000: Kill TeamKirjoittanut Game Brain

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Brainwaves Special Edition - Tabletop Scotland 2024 Interviews 30:11

4M ago30:11

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In this special edition of Brainwaves we present the interviews that we carried out at Tabletop Scotland 2024. Thanks so much to everyone who spoke to us. People and Organisations Tanya Floaker Edinburgh Indie Gamers Hive Mind Games Village on Stilts Hall or Nothing Kayla Dice - Rat Wave Game House Laurie O’Connell Phil Harris Games mentioned Driev…

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Brainwaves Episode 152 - Mythic Shrinking 44:19

4M ago44:19

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Iain is taking this cast off so Jamie and Oliver are at the helm. This episode they cover further troubles at Mythic, companies being saved and consolidating their lines, controversial giveaways and more on episode 152 of Brainwaves. Headlines Mythic Games France liquidates https://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2024/10/17/no-mythic-games-hasnt-gone-i…

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This Could Work 15:56

4M ago15:56

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Episode 214 – The basis of being an entrepreneur is the belief “this could work” and the energy of eagerness that goes with that spark of a thought. This episode reminds you of what you already know…and gives you a fresh way to put it into practice in your business today.

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Brainwaves Special Edition - Gothcon Interviews 1:18:25

5M ago1:18:25

1:18:25

This special episode of Brainwaves is all the interviews I conducted at Gothcon earlier in the year. Gothcon is Sweden’s premier convention with games across all genres of the hobby and it was my privilege to be invited across. You can read all about my time there in the posts below and listen to the wonderful RPG community I had the pleasure of be…

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#222 Dazed and Enthused 1:56:59

5M ago1:56:59

1:56:59

Ben, Trey, and Paul explore the importance of enthusiasm at the game table. Plus, recent plays of KCaloria, Zoo Tycoon, and Trey's first ever game of Twilight Imperium 4th Ed.... 0:00:00 Introduction 0:04:27 kCaloria First Impressions We All Take From the River 0:16:20 Zoo Tycoon First Impressions 0:38:50 Further Twilight Imperium 4th Ed. discussio…

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Brainwaves Episode 151 - Commander Catastrophe 37:02

5M ago37:02

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While Jamie is off in that there London, Iain and Oliver are once more behind the mics to bring you the latest tabletop news. In episode 151 we cover Wizards taking over Commander, CMON losing board members, the usual smattering of awards, and a good few stories about unions. All this and more on this episode of Brainwaves. Headlines Commander Form…

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#221: Rise & Fall 1:17:45

5M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Matt, Jordan, and Trey track the rise and fall of Jordan's relationship with Paul. We also review Rise and Fall! 0:00:00 Introduction 0:03:50 True Confessions: Mini Painting CoraQuest Heroscape Warhammer: Kill Team Star Wars: Shatterpoint 0:14:05 Matt's Essen Most Wanted Asian Tigers Civolution Black Forest Joyride Andromeda's Edge Shackleton Base:…

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Brainwaves Episode 150 - Ethical Dilema 1:25:23

6M ago1:25:23

1:25:23

We have a longer than usual cast for your this week as we take a look at the controversy around Simon Lavender, a UK board game influencer. It is our only headline this week, but we still cover the business of the industry with new hires at Restoration Games, Asmodee, financial hits at CMON, a series of competitions and more! Headlines Influencer S…

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#220: Windmill Valley 2:16:49

6M ago2:16:49

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Ben, Tom, and Paul do a deep dive on the midweight, gear-turning Euro Windmill Valley. Plus, early impressions of Rise & Fall, some hot takes on Distilled, and flop sessions of Lost Atlas and Things in Rings. 00:00 - Intro 09:19 - Distilled 23:08 - Rise & Fall 44:03 - Railways of the Lost Atlas 56:16 - 18RoyalGorge 58:59 - Kutna Hora 01:01:42 - Thi…

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Brainwaves Episode 149 - Poisoned Pieces 32:19

6M ago32:19

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Jamie is off seeing some shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, so Oliver and Iain are behind the mics this week to report on the latest tabletop news. From poisoning and sexual harrasment in chess to astonishing numbers, we bring you the news that really matters. Headlines Chess Poisoning & Sexual Harassment https://www.chess.com/news/view/russian-chess-p…

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Rebuilding The Belief “Making Money Is Hard” 22:51

6M ago22:51

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Episode 213: As you’re going after a goal the least helpful beliefs you have will be revealed. If you have the belief “making money is hard” or WANT to have a belief that helps you actually make money…this episode is for you. Want to do this work together? Click here to explore how I work with clients.…

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#219: Gamechella 2024 2:31:31

7M ago2:31:31

2:31:31

Ben and Paul talk about recent plays of Windmill Valley, Blades in the Dark, and Fields of Arle. Plus, a gaming weekend in Palm Springs leads to hot takes on Things in Rings, Wilmot's Warehouse, Hollywood 1947, Forrest Shuffle, and Plantagenet, among others. Oh, and Covid too, but that's a minor wrinkle. 00:07:31 - Windmill Valley 00:21:36 - Fields…

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Brainwaves Episode 148 - Spiel Reel 1:07:07

7M ago1:07:07

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With Oliver back from the Spiel des Jahres we have interviews with the winners, chat about the controversy, dive into finances, and lift up awards. Just another day at GB HQ as we bring you the best in tabletop gaming news. Headlines Spiel des Jahres 2024 awards ceremony controversy https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/preisverleihung-kennerspiel-des-ja…

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Intentionally Using The Next 5 Months 27:56

7M ago27:56

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Episode 212 – Ready to use the next 5 months intentionally? You don’t need to be super detailed to be intentional. In this episode I break down 3-layers of planning. Sit at January 2025 and love the money you created as well as the other pieces of your business you were intentional about. Click here to follow me on Instagram Click here to get email…

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#218: Railways of the Lost Atlas 2:22:16

7M ago2:22:16

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Ben, Trey, and Paul deep dive the new 18xx innovator "Railways of the Lost Atlas." Also, the three discuss recent plays of "Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2,” "Pampero,” and “Twilight Imperium, 4th Edition.” 0:00:00 Introduction 0:04:08 Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 0:16:12 Twilight Imperium 4th Ed 0:36:50 Pampero 0:53:05 Concordia: Balearica 1:01:00 Ag…

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What’s NOT In Your Control, Gives You Data 32:53

7M ago32:53

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Episode 211 – When you’re going after a goal there’s what’s in your control and what’s NOT in your control. Sometimes my clients struggle setting a goal and going after it because they feel like someone ELSE has to take action (click, book, buy) but they’re not in control of that. When your next client DOESN’T take action…that is data for you to le…

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Brainwaves Episode 147 - Scammers Delight 32:49

7M ago32:49

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Oliver is off at the Spiel des Jahres ceremony and Brettspiel so it is up to Iain and Jamie to bring you the latest tabletop news. From Facebook scams to new presidents we bring you the news that really matters across the tabletop world on episode 147 of Brainwaves. Headlines Scam takes in major publishers https://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2024/0…

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