Botch Games Podcast

In the SEVENTY-FIFTH EVER episode, Craig forgets for the entire show to mention that we're 3/4 of the way to the big 100...  But in serious news, Craig is, as always joined by the fam to talk about our plays over the past two weeks. In the third segment, Craig is joined by a VERY SPECIAL guest for a change-up pitch of a segment. Instead of the typical roundtable discussion, Craig and guest review two preview games: Raxxon from Plaid Hat and Before the Earth Explodes from Green Couch! Who knew people trusted any of us with reviewing their games before release! Also be sure to listen for a chance to win a Raxxon code, where you can help save humanity from the evils of the Raxxon Corporation.  Show Times:  Intro: 0:16 Family Played: 3:22 Third Segment!: 21:45 Wrap-Up 58:32 Punchboard Media Bumper: 1:02:00

In episode 74, Craig is back once again to bring useless chatter to your earbuds. In this episode, he is joined by his lovely family, Erin and Tyler to talk about the so few, so so few, games they've played over the past two weeks. In the third segment, Craig is joined to two first timers from the What Did You Play This Week Podcast, Derek and Jamie to dig deep into connecting with the community, raising your children as board gamers, and lashing out against board game weight shamers. Haters gonna hate, but the discussion tells you why you shouldn't!  Show Times:  Intro: 0:23 Family Played: 2:57 Third Segment w/ Derek and Jamie: 16:44 Wrap-up: 1:21:05 Punchboard Media Stinger: 1:23:08

In episode 73, Craig is joined by Tyler and Erin, each in their own segments, to talk about the two weeks surrounding Origins 2017. In Tyler's section, He talks for ALMOST FORTY WHOLE MINUTES about the games he played at the con. If you thought that Tyler was a one trick pony, YOU WERE WRONG MY FRIEND! In the infamous third segment, Erin sits with Craig to talk about her weeks in games sans Craig before Craig himself debriefs over his week at Origins. BE WARNED! The segment is very stream of consciousness and highly introspective between the two of them. As a wrap up, we had a blast seeing and playing with everyone, and we can't wait until next year (but Craig has to be more emotionally prepared). SEE YOU NEXT TIME SUCKERS! Show Times:  Intro:0:15 Family Played: 6:26 The 3rd Segment: Origins Debrief: 43:29 Wrap-Up: 1:16:30 This Episode Produced by Patreon Patrons Steve Dakuginow and Eric Buscemi!

Welcome to a completely unorganized discussion of all things Origins where three avid gamers talk about what the expect out of this year's convention. The sights, the sounds, the flavors, the games, the people! Oh My! This year is shaping up to be a great convention and we hope to see you all there! In this episode Craig is joined by the family to talk about their plays and Tyler's mehness towards four days of gaming. In the infamous third segment Craig is joined by Ken Grazier of Geek Craft, and Matt from PoNG to break down their hopes and dreams of four magical days in Columbus, Ohio!  Show Times: Intro 0:12 Family Played Segment: 2:44 3rd Segment with Ken Grazier & Matt Halstad: 17:14 Wrap-Up: 1:27:59 PBM Bumper: 1:30:21

In the newest episode of New 100, Craig ATTEMPTS to finish this silly project, one which is slipping further and further away. But in THIS episode, Craig discusses a plethora of different styles of games! First up, the dice and card game Star Wars Destiny, then CMONs Arcadia Quest dungeon crawler Masmorra. After that, Craig tackles the worker placement game Manhattan Project Energy Empire and the race game Flamme Rouge before finishing up with the card drafting game Herbaceous. All in all a great selection of games, even if some of the games weren't great. Show Times: Intro: 0:12 SW Destiny: 1:45 Masmorra: 5:37 Manhattan Project Energy Empire: 8:43 Flamme Rouge: 12:22 Herbaceous: 16:32 Wrap-Up: 20:01  

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaand we're back! Welcome to episode 71 of the show! After our baby hiatus we're back in full swing catching up on all of the games we've played during maternity/paternity leave and the family's lists are HUGE! In the third segment, Craig is joined by Brandon Kempf and Eric Buscemi to talk about the launch of a new media network which we are proud to be a part of and then settle into some topic discussion about overproduction of games and feeling like the dumbest person in a room after losing games. Its a great episode to come back to and we're glad to be back! Also, in this episode, Craig gives the details of our NEW Patreon campaign to help Craig pay for the show AND buy diapers, give it a look! Show Times: Intro: 0:11 Family Segment: 7:53 Third Segment with Brandon and Eric: 34:24 Wrap-Up: 1:59:50 Punchboard Media Stinger: 2:02:09

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It's May, it's Episode 70, its the time for all things to be right in the world. Ok, maybe that last part was a stretch. In this episode Craig is joined by both family and friends to talk about his medical condition: gaming burnout. He is currently living with burnout, so why not have a Craigervention to figure out why and how to get through it. In the family segment, Craig, Erin, and Tyler talk about their last two weeks of gaming. In the third segment, Craig is joined by Matt and Copac to talk burnout, rules frustration, and con season excitement. it's a great episode, but it's a long episode, so get to work and we'll see you on the other side.   Show Times: Intro 0:12 Family Played 2:46 Third segment 22:39 Wrap-Up 1:50:56

Hey, guys. I screwed up. This mini episode is the family clip the got left out of the real episode 69. The episode has been fixed now, but I wanted to put up just the family episode so you don't have to go back and listen to the entire main episode again. Please enjoy as we definitely enjoy recording together!

It's here. The most hilarious podcast episode by number. That's right, it's episode 69, and mistakes have been made. In this episode, the SIXTY-NINTH EVER episode, Craig is joined by the over the hillier gamer, Patrick Hillier and The Host of the Boards Alive Podcast, Aaron Cassidy. As you would expect from those two guests on this, the funniest of episodes, things go off the rails. You can HEAR how red Craig gets. In the family segment, Craig, Erin, and Tyler dive into Ticket to Ride: Rails and Sails. Next episode, we're back to our usual, non-euphemism content, but for now, enjoy the silliness! Show Times:  Intro: 0:12 Family Played: 5:31 Third Segment: 25:51 Wrap-Up: 1:35:38

In the latest episode of New 100, Craig continues his slog through 100 new games in a calendar year. It's a heck of a journey and he's super backlogged, but here it is, 5 more games to put in your earholes. ENJOY IT! Show Times: Intro: 0:12 Pandemic Iberia: 1:51 Guildhall Fantasy: 7:59 Great Western Trail: 12:48 Mystic Vale: 17:59 Starving Artists: 22:22 Wrap-Up 28:20

It's time for Episode 68 where Craig discusses the lightest game game at the table, and it's Anachrony. Let that sink in. In this very special episode, Craig is joined by the Cubist, Bill Corey Jr, and The head of Capstone Games, Clay Ross to talk all about heavy games. Like for instance, did you know the process to bring heavy imports over to the States? Well you soon will, and you'll enjoy the ride! Also Craig is joined by Tyler and Erin as they continue their quest to derail every conversation Craig starts about board games. It's great..?  Anyway, we hope you enjoy the show and thanks so much for giving it a listen! Show Times: Intro: 0:12 Family Games Played: 4:39 The Infamous Third Segment w/ Bill Corey and Clay Ross: 26:57 Wrap-Up: 1:43:37  

It's episode 67! Craig is back to wrap up the Botch Games RPG month with two more AMAZING storytellers. First up is the co-designer of Dead of Winter, among a bevy of other games, Jon Gilmour, and second, the host of the One Shot Podcast, James D'Amato! During their discussion, Craig, James, and Jon talk about the pains and joys of character creation, evoking emotions in games, and finding storytelling moments when surrounded by mechanics. It's a lovely discussion and we're excited James and Jon could spare some time to guest on the show. In the family segment, we finally had #eringamenight! I can not out into words how excited Erin was to have a game night of her choosing. Tyler also chimes in with several fun plays including Clank and the joy of beating Craig in way too many games. Thanks for tuning in and we'll be back next month for more board games forever! Show Times: Intro: 0:12 Family Played: 6:37 Infamous Third Segment with James D'Amato and Jon Gilmour: 35:39 Wrap-Up: 1:33:27 PNCN Bumper: 1:36:57

In the 66th EVER episode of the Botch Games Podcast, we start the celebration of storytelling month on the show! During the month of March, we have four guests who are some of Craig's favorite storytellers, and is the first part of the month, Craig welcome Rob Daviau, co-designer of Pandemic Legacy, and Jeremy Holmes from the Blue Peg, Pink Peg Podcast. They have an amazing discussion focused around Gm-less games, interesting game mechanics, and character creation. The family also comes around to discuss their many game days and no one hates anything! Lastly, Craig has Matt from PoNG stop by to discuss the new FFG article concerning Star Wars Destiny, spoiler, it's insanity... Show Times:  Intro: 0:12 Family Time: 4:24 10 Minutes with Matt: 32:33 Infamous Third Segment (ft. Rob Daviau & Jeremy Holmes): 46:51 Wrap-Up: 2:08:31 PNCN Bumper: 2:11:37

In the latest episode of New 100, Craig talks about a ton of small games he played (as was forced to play) over the holidays with extended family. We hope you enjoy! Show Times:  Intro: 0:12 Junk Art (Pretzel Games): 1:08 Linkee (Linkee): 5:40 Blend Off (Thunderworks): 9:34 Joking Hazard (Breaking Games): 13:02 Santorini (Roxley): 15:28 Wrap-Up: 19:22 PNCN Bumper: 21:00

In the 65th EVER episode of the podcast, Craig brings you almost two hours of gloom, thanks to the topics from this episodes lovely guests. BUT FIRST, Craig catches you up on the two weeks leading up to this episode including an impromtu trip to Toronto, Valentine's Day celebration, and info about the Golden Geek awards. Then Craig is joined by the family for a short catch up on their games played. In a special segment, friend of the show Eric Buscemi tells a grand story of his perfect game night. Lastly, in the infamous Third Segment, Craig is joined by Brandon Kempf of the WDYPTW podcast and convention staple Chris Copac where they get all gloomy in a mini topic roundtable! Enjoy! Show Times:  Intro: 0:12 Family Played: 10:21 Contest Reminder: 28:26 Eric Buscemi Story: 31:33 Third Segment!: 33:46 Wrap-Up: 1:38:21 PNCN Bumper: 1:41:13 Extra Clip: 1:41:37  

Welcome the 64th EVER episode of the Botch Games Podcast! In this very special episode, Craig is joined, as always, by his loving family to talk about their played games over the last several weeks. Erin then surprises the group by making us lost the five games we would want to see at our "perfect" game night. Guess what? Then we made a contest out of it! Also, in the now infamous third segment, Craig is joined by fellow WDYPTW contributors Eric and Johannes for a mini-topic-round-up where they discuss such topics as input and output randomness, shelves of shame vs. shelves of opportunity, and conducive gaming environments in and out of the home. Thanks so much for listening!  Show Times: Intro: 0:11 Family Played: 4:41 Third Segment: 32:45 SPECIAL THANK YOU LISTENERS CONTEST!: 1:31:20 Wrap-Up: 1:38:43 PNCN Bumper: 1:41:10

In the latest episode of the New 100, Craig hits the halfway point! This episode he draws ever nearer to finishing out his end of the year plays in attempt to clear out his backlog, because, you know, he's a slacker. The games covered in this block of five games are Fabled Fruit and Fuji Flush from Friedemann Friese and Stronghold Games, Everyone does not come out from T-club, the expansion to 7 Wonders Duel from Bauza, Cathala, and Repos, and finally The Princess Bride: Miracle Pill from Philip DuBarry. Thanks so much for tuning in and helping us break another monthly record of downloads! Cheers! Show Times: Intro: 0:12 Fabled Fruit: 2:49 Fuji Flush: 6:32 Everyone Does Not Come Out: 9:35 7 Wonders Duel: Pantheon: 13:27 Princess Bride: Miracle Pill: 18:30 Wrap-Up: 22:42

In the 63rd EVER episode of the podcast (and possibly the longest), we look back at our favorite games played in 2016. The rules, however, are dictated by Erin and Tyler, leading to a list of games that doesn't actually reflect much. We had a darn good time, anyways, and you should enjoy it as well. In the now infamous "THIRD SEGMENT," Craig is joined by Aaron from Boards Alive and Matt from PONG in a mini-topic-round-up (sponsored by dashes). Topics include, but are not limited to, balancing Board Game time with RPG time, Kickstarter successes and flops, and is playing a game once enough times to give an adequate review. Thanks so much for stopping by! Show Times: Intro: 0:12 Family Time: Favs of 2016: 5:27 3rd Segment Topics: 31:27 Wrap-Up: 1:59:30 PNCN Bumper: 2:01:55

Happy 2017 dear listener! We hope you had a wonderful end of the train wreck that was 2016 and are ready to begin anew! On this episode Craig is first joined, as always, by his family, Erin and Tyler, to discuss all of the games they played to end the outgoing year and look at their played stats for 2016. it's surprising to many of them! On the third segment, Craig is joined by Kimberly Bullock and Mason Weaver for a mini topic roundup, which includes discussions of Deluxe editions, Healing through gaming, and the benefits of gaming with your partner. Enjoy the episode as we think it's a great one! Show Times: Intro: 0:12 Family Plays: 4:48 3rd segment mini-topics: 32:18 Wrap-Up: 1:31:21