Best 18xx Podcasts (2025)

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#142: 2025 End of Year Wrap Up 1:15:05

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3h ago1:15:05

1:15:05

Wrap up the year with James, Tim, Dylan, and Derek as we take a look back at 2025. Our favorite new-to-us games, our top game of 2025, the 1 play that rose above all the rest, and our gaming resolutions for next year. Also recent plays of Scape Goat, Blood on the Clocktower, Kilauea, and Martian Rails. Enjoy the show, and Happy Holidays from DoaM! …

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#141: BGG Con 2025 2:02:35

10d ago2:02:35

2:02:35

Fresh off their time at BGG Con, RJ & Drew join James on the show to talk about their wild array of dusty, feisty, sometimes wacky and weird plays from their week in Dallas, Texas. Recent plays of Dune the Dice Game, West Riding Revisited, Nur Peanuts, Symbioz, VOC! and so much more. Enjoy the show! 3:21 BGG Con Vibes & Themes 12:18 Neuland 17:39 W…

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#140: Hurts So Good 1:09:04

24d ago1:09:04

1:09:04

All aboard the pain train! James is joined by Tim as they talk about the bad beats, bad vibes, and bad intentions that can lead to some of the best moments in all of gaming. Do you like "mean games?" Also recent plays of The Old Prince 1871, Innovation, Tal der Konige, and more! Enjoy the show! 3:55 Thanksgiving Question 8:04 The Old Prince 1871 14…

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#139: Fill 'er Up 1:45:08

1M ago1:45:08

1:45:08

James is joined by Dylan as we discuss the board game filler and it's role in our gaming collection and game days. What makes a good filler and what are some of our favorites for different situations. Also recent plays of Sternenhimmel, March of the Ants, Chicago 68, Verrat, and more! Enjoy the show! 1:21 Chatting with Dylan 9:49 Sternenhimmel 20:4…

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#138: Blood on the Clocktower 1:36:47

2M ago1:36:47

1:36:47

Brandon joins James as the guys take a deeper look into the surprise hit of DoaMcoN this past year - Blood on the Clocktower. Including a briefing on what it is, what it isn't, the role of the storyteller, and both hosts' experiences playing the game with their local groups. Also recent plays of Torres, Thunder Road Vendetta, The Great Zimbabwe, an…

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#137: DoaM Top 20 Episode (2025 Edition) 1:54:37

2M ago1:54:37

1:54:37

Another year of Dads on a Map kicks off with our annual Top 20 Episode. James is joined by Derek as they run down their personal current Top 20 as well as the DoaM Community list, with input from over 100 DoaMers. 60 games, 3 list, and a great way to find out what the Dads on a Map community is all about. List show! DoaMcoN VI is August 19-23, 2026…

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#136: Live from DoaMcoN V 1:28:54

4M ago1:28:54

1:28:54

We're all home from DoaMcoN V, another successful convention for the Dads on a Map community. Listen in to some live recordings from the event, and James will put a bow on things at the end with his Bottom 3 Plays, Top 3 New To Me Games, and Top 5 Plays of the con. Thanks to everyone who attended and help to continue to make DoaMcoN a rousing succe…

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#135: DoaMcoN Top 10 Must Plays (The Final Countdown) 1:19:16

4M ago1:19:16

1:19:16

It's the final countdown to DoaMcoN V. Kunk joins James on the show to run down our personal Top 10 Must Play Games at the con, and to speedrun through the community's lists as well. We'll also talk recent plays of Sol, Hive, John Company, GIPF, Northern Pacific, and Chicago Express. Enjoy the show! 2:28 Sol: Last Days of a Star 8:24 Hive 13:55 Joh…

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#134: Burning Out Online 1:17:08

5M ago1:17:08

1:17:08

For years DoaM has endorsed playing online to get your fix, but what happens when you go too hard and ruin those online games for your real life experience? Vincent joins James on the show as they discuss this and also recent plays of Napoleon's Triumph, Ark Nova, Ace of Aces, and God's Playground. Enjoy the show! 1:30 DoaMcoN Sold Out! 3:40 Napole…

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#133: Cardboard Supercard 1:13:27

5M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

What if your favorite games went head to head in the larger than life world of pro wrestling? James is joined by Dylan as we assemble our Cardboard Supercard - fantastical matchups of some of our favorite board game titles that can only happen in our dreams. We'll also talk recent plays of Rise & Fall, Wizard, Art Society, and Reef Encounter. Enjoy…

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#132: Riichi Mahjong 1:45:23

6M ago1:45:23

1:45:23

Riichi Mahjong! It's more than the latest DoaM phase, and Trenton joins James on the show to tell you why this lifestyle game is here to stay. Why is it great, how do you play in person and online, just what is happening in this traditional regional game, and how do you get in. We'll also talk recent plays of Votes for Women, Planet Steam, NXS, Big…

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Stellar Ventures 1:10:17

6M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

This week Tony and Chris talk to Nahv and Pontus about the 18xx inspired Stellar Ventures! This is a cool hybrid game coming to Kickstarter soon! Check it out at: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/359963/stellar-ventures https://www.tabletapasgames.com/ Get Merch: 👕www.teespring.com/stores/wheel-tapping Podcast: 🎤 wheeltapping.libsyn.com Support …

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#131: F#!*ing Up 1:42:11

6M ago1:42:11

1:42:11

We've all done it before - F#!*ed it all up. Justin joins James to talk about screwing up the teach, screwing up your gameplay, screwing your neighbors, and how we deal with it, bounce back from it, and move on. Also recent plays of Conquest of Paradise, Toy Battle, and Up Too High, and much more! Enjoy the show! 00:37 Getting to know Justin 8:25 D…

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#130: Father's Day Episode w/ My Boys! 1:05:12

6M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

James is joined by his two teenage boys for this special Father's Day episode as we talk board games AND video games. We cover a lot of ground, from the new Nintendo Switch 2 and some of our favorite current videos games, into recent plays of Riichi Mahjong, Cash-a-Catch, Hot Streak, and Dominion. Enjoy the show! 1:16 Meet the guest hosts 4:09 Vide…

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TRICKY #19: Tricky Goes to BGG Spring 2025 1:57:39

7M ago1:57:39

1:57:39

Derek & Drew headed over to the DFW Airport to enjoy BGG Spring Con 2025! Listen in as we talk Virgin Queen, 1830, Guards of Atlantis II, and many more! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Opening Discussion 3:40 - Day One (Virgin Queen, Lepidoptery) 18:12 - Day Two (Liberty or Death, Tichu, American Bookshop, Prussian Rails, Ricochet Robots) 44:01 - Day Three …

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#129: Con Talk - Punchboard Paradise Con 2025 1:01:26

7M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

It's Con season! James is back from Punchboard Paradise Con 2025 and joined by PP's own Tim to talk all about the convention and some of their favorites plays. Arcs Campaign, Combat Commander, Lowenherz, Elfenwizards, and Shark are among some of the titles that we got to the table. Enjoy the show! 1:24 PPCon Overall Vibes 10:50 Lowenherz 13:45 Magi…

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#128: Surprise Surprise 1:46:52

7M ago1:46:52

1:46:52

Surprise! Vincent rejoins the show and talks with James about being surprised in board games. What games keep surprising us & why is this such an important quality in the games we look for and play, and also in our lives? Also recent plays of Riichi Mahjong, Rise & Fall, Mogul, and Giro Galoppo. Enjoy the show! 1:38 DoaMcoN Last Call 7:56 Riichi Ma…

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#127: Fishy DoaM 1:48:26

8M ago1:48:26

1:48:26

It's Fishy DoaM! The Dads on a Map show about Fish, Fish, and more Fish! James is joined by RJ & Derek to talk all about fish games, why so many of them are so good, some of our favorite fish mechanics, components, and usage, and some Fish Trivia! Also recent plays of Kings & Castles, La Famiglia, and Doge. Enjoy the show! (00:00) Fishy DoaM (6:41)…

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#126: Print & Playing like a Pro w/ Stephan & Dan 2:12:11

8M ago2:12:11

2:12:11

It's arts & crafts time! Ever wanted to get in to Print & Playing games but didn't know where to start? James brings along DoaM friends and PNP gurus Stephan & Dan to help you out. Where to start, what all you can make, and how to take it to the next level when you're ready. Also recent plays of The Great Zimbabwe, Streetcar Suburb, and Riichi Mahj…

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#125: Take Me Out to the Board Game 1:29:06

9M ago1:29:06

1:29:06

Popcorn! Peanuts! Board games! Take a trip to the old ballpark with James & Tim as they construct their ideal "Board Game Lineups" v the traditional baseball starting 9. Who bats leadoff? Who's the cleanup hitter? Also recent plays of Molly House & Skyrise, and later we'll compare some of our favorite 90s Games & 90s Albums. Enjoy the show! 00:45 W…

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TRICKY #18: Top Card Game Lists w/ Scott & Drew 1:47:20

9M ago1:47:20

1:47:20

Derek & special guests Scott and Drew come together to talk about their Top 5 Shedders/Climbers, Top 10 Trick Takers, and Top Other Card Game in this huge list episode! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introductions and Opening Discussion 9:00 - Top 5 Shedders/Climbers 34:40 - Top 10 Trick Takers 1:38:45 - Top Other Card Game http://www.dadsonamap.com http:/…

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#124: Live from DoaMcoN Jr: Great Lakes 1:27:33

10M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

It's DoaMcoN Jr: Great Lakes! What happens when more than a dozen DoaMers head to an Airbnb cabin in the Midwest for a weekend, stop being polite, and start playing real games. This live on site recorded show features many attendees stopping by the mic to talk some of their favorite plays from the con. We've even got a game show bit and a live unpl…

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#123: DoaM Madness 2025 1:47:48

10M ago1:47:48

1:47:48

It's DoaM Madness time, and James is joined by former champion Derek to run down the full field of 128 games as they get set to compete in our annual tournament. Check our all the matchups, all the games, and be sure to enter your bracket prediction for your chance to win a free board game! Also recent plays of Arkadia, Rise & Fall, and Sol II: Jou…

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#122: Other Card Games w/ Vincent aka Vagabond Ludique 1:52:47

11M ago1:52:47

1:52:47

James is joined by guest host Vincent, aka Vagabond Ludique, as we feature some "other" card games that have our attention right now. From collection anchors like Uwe Rosenberg's Bohnanza to a quirky 1960s Sid Sackson game called Monad - listen in as we discuss these games and their importance & fit into our personal collections. (3:08) New Patron …

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TRICKY #17: Games that shouldn't work, but did! w/ Jake 1:07:41

11M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Derek & special guest Jake Stanley get together to talk about some of our favorite games that from first glance shouldn't have worked, but turned out to be great! Also discussions of recent plays and news about T3C 2025! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introduction of Jake Stanley 4:30 - DoaM and T3C News (T3C Sign-up - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA…

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#121: New Year, New Games 1:00:52

11M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

James & Sanchez kick off 2025 with an episode full of recent game talk. Arcs, Kriegbot, Viva Pamplona, Heimlich & Co, Vernissage, and much more! Enjoy the show! (7:35) Lightning Round Revist: Harvest, Magical Athlete, Indonesia on OBG (16:16) Santiago (18:04) Vernissage (26:12) 1830 6P (32:11) Viva Pamplona (39:53) Arcs Campaign & Arcs Online & Arc…

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#120: Farewell 2024! 1:54:46

12M ago1:54:46

1:54:46

James & Sanchez invite Dylan, Brandon, and Tim in from the Extended DoaM Universe to put a bow on 2024 at our annual Holiday office party get together. We'll talk stats, our favorite new-to-me game of the year, the best gaming experience of 2024, check back on James & Sanchez' Gaming Goals from a year ago, and then enjoy a Dylan Gameshow bit. Thank…

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#119: The Worst People at Game Night 1:15:27

1y ago1:15:27

1:15:27

James & Sanchez go full grinch this holiday season and discuss the WORST people at game night. You all know that guy! Or are you that guy?! We'll also talk recent plays of Thunder Road Vendetta: Carnival of Chaos, Ghost Blitz, Pick Picknic, Harvest, and Maori. Enjoy the show! (1:30) Chatter & DoaMcoN Signups! (7:35) Rare DoaM News Segment (10:48) T…

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#118: So Long Sucka, Sanchez is going to BGGCon 24! 1:51:37

1y ago1:51:37

1:51:37

Sanchez goes to BGGCon 24 in Dallas, TX and plays games, games, and even some card games Games talked about: The GREAT Zimbabwe Sumida River Santiago Himalaya Strozzi So Long Sucka Colorado Midland Tichu Rewind And much more! Enjoy the Show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.…

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Choo Choo Crew #38: Age of Steam Con 2024 w/ Kris 1:00:19

1y ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Age of Steam Con 2024 is in the books. James is joined by DoaMer attendee Kris to talk about expectations, con vibes, some of our favorite maps & plays, and the other nonsense we managed to sneak on to the table. Enjoy the show! 1:35 Winsome Voting is open again! 7:00 Age of Steam Con Vibes 16:00 Honeybee Hive Mind 22:04 Central New England 25:45 C…

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#117: Influencing with Vagabond Ludique 2:21:44

1y ago2:21:44

2:21:44

Straight from the confines of his old dusty underground german game bunker, Vagabond Ludique drops by the show to chat with DoaM. James, Sanchez, and our guest Vincent will talk about his gaming journey and the hunt for old German hotness. Along the way we'll talk plays of Bauernschlau, Hecht im Karpfenteich, Liberty or Death, Age of Renaissance, a…

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18RoyalGorge 1:19:31

1y ago1:19:31

1:19:31

Join Tony and Chris as they talk with Denman and Kayla, designers of the Kickstarting 18RoyalGorge! The Kickstarter link is: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/18wood/18royalgorgeBy Chris Whitpan

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#116: DoaM Top 20 Episode (2024 Edition) 2:26:58

1y ago2:26:58

2:26:58

The annual DoaM Top 20 returns for it's 5th time. James & Sanchez evaluate their lists, shake up their rankings, and count down their Top 20 games, and also count down the Dads on a Map Community top 20 as voted on by all of you! Does 1830 repeat for the 4th straight year, or will a new champion emerge? Buckle up for discussion on 60 games with all…

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TRICKY #16: Interview with Jon Barron of Baron Jon Games 1:08:32

1y ago1:08:32

1:08:32

Derek & special guest Jon Barron get together to talk about his work self publishing with Baron Jon Games, his thoughts on designing and publishing, and the new kickstarter launching at the end of October. Also discussions of recent plays from MALTcon and The Yellow House. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introduction of Jon Barron 8:30 - DoaM and Trick Taki…

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1867 - Big Wyoming 54:44

1y ago54:44

54:44

Join Chris, Tony, and designer Dominick Duhamel as they talk about the upcoming 18xx title, 1867: Big Wyoming!By Chris Whitpan

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#115: Sanchez plays Auction Games 1:13:16

1y ago1:13:16

1:13:16

James & Sanchez are back together again talking recent plays including a full day of auctions for Sanchez & the DFW boys. Arcs, Kaivai, Princes of the Renaissance, Pick Picknick, Outpost, Planet Steam. It's a full show of game talk. Also listen in and check out the show notes to submit YOUR top 20 list and be part of our upcoming Top 20 Show. 00:45…

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TRICKY #15: General Chat...About Arcs 1:47:51

1+ y ago1:47:51

1:47:51

Derek & special guests Brandon and Dylan put on their oven mitts this episode as they try to handle the hotness that is Arcs from Leder Games. We talk card gaming backgrounds, recent plays from DoaMcoN, and do a full deep dive in everything that is Arcs. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Intro & Card Game Backgrounds 8:00 - DoaMcoN Plays (Tindahan, Ghost Blit…

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Choo Choo Crew #37: Back in a Kansas City State of Mind (DoaMcoN plays) 1:33:57

1+ y ago1:33:57

1:33:57

Joe, Zach, and James are back together again after spending a week together in Kansas City at DoaMcoN. Come hear about our favorite train game plays from the con including West Riding Revisisted, Stephenson's Rocket, Wooden Shoes & Iron Monsters, Veld Railroads, South African Railroads, Spectactulum, and more! 0:00 Intro 1:10 News and Feedback 1:45…

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Railways of the Lost Atlas 1:24:43

1+ y ago1:24:43

1:24:43

Join Chris and Tony as they welcome the designers Kevin Delger and Jacob Schacht to discuss making Railways of the Lost Atlas!By Chris Whitpan

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#114: DoaMcoN IV Live Call In Wrap Up Show 1:19:56

1+ y ago1:19:56

1:19:56

We're home from DoaMcoN IV, and finally physically and emotionally recovered enough to talk about it. We've got the live DoaM party lines open, and a few friendly DoaMers drop in to talk some of their experiences at the con. Thanks for an amazing weekend and we're already ready for DoaMcoN V! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadson…

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#113: Low Effort DoaMcoN Hype List Show 1:16:01

1+ y ago1:16:01

1:16:01

It's the Final Countdown! Are you traveling right now to DoaMcoN in Kansas City? Are you sad that you couldn't make it? Do you just want to reminisce with us about the past events? James & Sanchez countdown their Top 5 DoaMcoN Memories and their Top 5 Games they want to play this week at the con. Can't wait to see you all at DoaMcoN IV! (4:07) Fres…

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Choo Choo Crew #36: Her Name is Rio (Grande) 1:45:00

1+ y ago1:45:00

1:45:00

The Choo Choo Crew is back together at last, and we're talking all about Rio Grande Games and their rollercoaster experience publishing Winsome train games. We check out their history, their current catalog, our personal must haves, and upcoming announced titles as well. We'll also talk recent plays of The Old Prince 1871, Stellar Ventures, and 183…

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#112: Quick Start Guide to Dads on a Map 55:49

1+ y ago55:49

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Are you a new listener? This is as good a starting point as any. Jump in with James & Sanchez as we talk through the story of DoaM and the last 5 years of this podcast. The origin story, the twists and turns, and where we are today. Also some quick talk about Heat & some rare Arcs criticisms. Enjoy the show! (1:50) What is this show? (11:19) The Do…

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18 Top10 - PART II 44:08

1+ y ago44:08

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Chris and Tony break down their Top 10 in this run of episodes. Join us in Part II where we discuss our 1-5 and also compare to our past lists! Be sure to catch up on Part I so you don't have spoilers!By Chris Whitpan

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18 Top10 - PART I 59:51

1+ y ago59:51

59:51

Chris and Tony break down their Top 10 in this run of episodes. Join us in Part I where we discuss the rules and cover 10-6 plus some honorable mentions!By Chris Whitpan

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#111: Red Flags 1:31:23

1+ y ago1:31:23

1:31:23

Red Flags! They're everywhere. James & Sanchez talk about their board gaming red flags - what scares them off before they even give a game a chance. Also more Arcs talk, and recent plays of Lifeboats, Primordial Soup, Catan, and Whitehall Mystery. (5:05) Play Stellar Ventures at DoaMcon! (8:25) Arcs (4P & 2P) (21:38) Catan (27:13) Lifeboats (38:50)…

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#110: Hot Hot Hot 1:19:12

1+ y ago1:19:12

1:19:12

It's hot outside, it's hot in James' house, and Sanchez has been playing all the hottest games you've never heard of. Join us as we finally get back together following some convention shows to just talk about what else we've been getting on the table lately. Enjoy the show! (4:54) DoaMcoN beds Sold Out! (6:25) New Patron Justin R (8:11) Arcs (18:05…

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#109 DoaM goes to BGGCon Spring 2024 2:20:57

1+ y ago2:20:57

2:20:57

It's Con Season! Sanchez and the DFW Boyz goto BGGCon Spring, oh also Derek the San Antonio Tricky Boi joins us! Its a MEGA episode so get ready to hear good times and hate on Gaslands! Enjoy the show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @…

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18BF - Big Four (Protoype) 52:16

1+ y ago52:16

52:16

Join Tony and Chris as they talk all about Ian D. Wilson's new design 18BF.By Chris Whitpan

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TRICKY #14: Tricky Goes to BGG Spring 1:07:48

1+ y ago1:07:48

1:07:48

All AI Content for the lolz The Tricky, the Dads on the Map podcast features a conversation about trick-taking games and card gaming experiences at BGGCon Spring. The hosts discuss their gameplay, experiences, and impressions of various games, including Frankzoo and Nicosia's Dice. They also touch on the unique aspects of trick-taking games and the…