Best Boardgamecommunity Podcasts (2025)

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#87 - Earthborn Rangers 16:51

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2h ago16:51

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In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, Tom discusses the little known card game that arrived with no hype - Earthborn Rangers. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming …

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#86 - Hoplomachus: Victorum by Chip Theory Games 31:40

1h ago31:40

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In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, Kev discusses the game Hoplomachus: Victorum by Chip Theory Games They discuss Kev's experience of watching the Mandalorian series while playing the corresponding board game with his son, chatting about the game's cooperative mechanics and narrative depth. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 Tabletop Upg…

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#85 - The Mandalorian: Adventures Board Game 39:30

4d ago39:30

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In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, Kev and his cohost Tom discuss their recent gaming ventures with a focus on Mandalorian Adventures and revisit Blood on the Clocktower and Earthborn Rangers. They discuss Kev's experience of watching the Mandalorian series while playing the corresponding board game with his son, chatting about the game's c…

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#84 - Nordic LARP - Do you feel the need for bleed? 18:32

7d ago18:32

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In this episode, Tom digs into the history of Nordic LARP - covering the mix tape of LARP and the need for bleed. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https:/…

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#83 - Tom and Kev catch up on Carcassonne, Hoplomachus, our hopes for Earthborn Rangers and whales. 21:45

22d ago21:45

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In this episode, Tom and Kev catch up for their first chat in ages and discuss a few games - Hoplomachus and Carcassonne to name a couple. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wa…

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#82 - Too Many Bones, The Good the Bad & The Ugly 28:24

21d ago28:24

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In this episode Kev revisits Too Many Bones and discusses what he loves about it and why he's fallen out with it. A must listen if you want to step away from the TMB hype-train and listen to a balanced view. It may save you a few dollars! Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon…

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#81- Sea, Salt and Paper! Are the two expansions worth your time? 21:32

28d ago21:32

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In this podcast Tom talks Sea Salt & Pepper expansions. If you're thinking of getting or expanding on this game then stick around as Tom reveals his recommendations. Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Ter…

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#80 - Malediction Interview with Designer Nicky Lobos 44:40

1M ago44:40

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Malediction is a brand new game from Loot studios, in this episode we get to look behind the curtain with designer Nicky Lobos Malediction - https://malediction.gg Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terra…

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#79 - Games where you have to get out of a room - Hostage Negotiator, Final Girl and the Exit games. 20:58

1M ago20:58

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Tom discusses two games that involve getting out of rooms. Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731899665 Connect with us: ➡️ W…

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#78 - The Walking Dead Miniatures Game by Mantic Games - one for board gamers? 23:59

2M ago23:59

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The walking dead miniatures game is back (from the dead) and we've been playing the second coming of it in 2025. Find out what Kev thinks and why it's such a great option for the miniatures-game curious board gamer. Tabletop Upgrades Premium Gaming Accessories - https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.co…

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#77 - Malediction -MTG meets miniature war gaming. 39:49

2M ago39:49

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Malediction is an interesting new game from Loot Studios. Find out more about it in this unsponsored review and discussion https://malediction.gg/ Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe …

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#76 - Tom and Kev on Forest Shuffle and Bumfuzzle (yes really that's a game too). 21:15

2M ago21:15

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Tom and Kev catch up on some real time Bumfuzzle and then discussion on Forest Shuffle. Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/173…

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#75 - Tom and Kev catch up on Malediction, Mansions of Madness, Gateway Island and push your luck games. 40:17

2M ago40:17

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Tom and Kev catch up on Malediction, Mansions of Madness, Gateway Island and push your luck games. Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://p…

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#74 - Can You Master Board Game Design With Tali Pendance? 32:05

3M ago32:05

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Tom and Kev chat board game design and interview Tali Pendance on his book Master Board Game Design. Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https:/…

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#73 - UK Games Expo: Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies, One Card Maze, Rolling Seas and Countdown to Chaos... 21:09

3M ago21:09

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades Sleeping Gods Distant Skies - One Card Maze and Rolling Seas and Countdown to Chaos... https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731…

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#72 - UK Games Expo: Lord of the Rings Fate of the Fellowship, Butt Chess and Kronologic: Paris 1920 and on meeting Matt Leacock 22:20

3M ago22:20

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades For the second year running, Neil worked as an unpaid roving reporter on at the UK games expo and shares tales of three exciting new games and on meeting Matt Leacock. Some potential game news on hi…

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#71 - Ortomnia: Broken Trinity 32:14

3M ago32:14

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, Kev interviews Deli, a game designer from Germany, about their Kickstarter project 'Autonomia: The Broken Trinity'. The discussion covers the distinction b…

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#70 - Oriflamme - why is Tom flying the flag for this small box card game? 22:07

4M ago22:07

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom discusses the appeal of Oriflamme - a tactical small box card game. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your m…

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#69 - Escaping the "cult of the duel" - three classic two player games that are still worth your time! 20:03

4M ago20:03

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Neil discuss three older two player games that are still worth some table time: Targi, Jaipur and Lost Cities! https://discord.com/invite/4…

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#68- Tom and Kev catch up on Forest Shuffle, Nemesis, Five Parsecs from Home, Blood on the Clocktower, mystery guests and manufacturing dice. 30:45

4M ago30:45

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, hosts Kev and Tom have a catch up on their recent board game experiences, discussing a variety of games including 'Nemesis', '5 Parsecs From Ho…

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#67 - Solitaire Wargaming with Five Parsecs from Home and One Page Rules Star Quest 28:24

4M ago28:24

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In this episode Kev covers a couple of solitaire Sci-Fi Gaming options, the excellent Five Parsecs From Home and a simpler alternative, One Page Rule's Star Quest. Remove Ads & Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Fold Flat Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades 🗣️Join the …

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#66 - Is Nemesis by Awaken Realms worth a play? 27:05

5M ago27:05

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom records a solo podcast about his time on an Alien infested space ship! Tom shares his enthusiasm for the game, which follows a classic science …

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#65 - Magic the Gathering, Slapshot Showdown, Port Royal, Malifaux and Ortomnia! 31:14

5M ago31:14

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Kev have a catch-up chat about a whole host of games! Video podcast version available on the Patreon! https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9…

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Bonus Episode - Malifaux 4th Edition Update 22:27

5M ago22:27

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Kev discusses the updates to his favourite miniature skirmish game Malifaux. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on y…

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#64 - Dungeons and Dragons 50:12

5M ago50:12

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom discusses the little known role playing game Dungeons and Dragons. Can RPGs have an emotional impact? https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ …

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#63 - Between Two Castles - Essentials Edition 22:09

5M ago22:09

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Neil discuss Between Two Castles Essentials edition. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile devic…

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Announcement - Future of Twenty Minute Tabletop Podcast 9:41

5M ago9:41

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Support the Podcast - Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TwentyMinuteTabletop/ Foldscapes Wargaming Terrain : https://www.patreon.com/c/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Kev discuss some recent changes to the Podcast. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ h…

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#62 - Tom and Kev catch up on Cyberpunk Red, BOTC, Sanctuary, Inis Big Box, 3DITION Ark Nova and MTG memories. 31:09

6M ago31:09

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Kev discuss recent gaming and future temptations. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731899665 Connect with us: ➡️ Website➞ https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk 📺 YouTube …

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Bonus Episode - Pocket Fox games on Games Chest 24:58

6M ago24:58

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom discusses Game Chest with Johann Chipol of Pocket Fox games. Products mentioned: Games Chest | Pocket Fox Games https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731899665 Connect with us:…

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#61 - Blood on Clocktower - tales of a storyteller. 38:50

5M ago38:50

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom talks to two experienced storytellers for a behind the scenes exploration of Blood on the Clocktower. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731899665 Connect with us: ➡️ Websit…

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#60 - Is your gaming inclusive? An interview with Adam Best from Herefor.games! 45:06

6M ago45:06

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, host Tom interviews Adam Best, founder of Hereford Games, a charity dedicated to raising money for good causes and promoting inclusivity in the board gaming community. Adam shares how Hereford Games (herefor.games) has raised over £26,000 since 201…

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#59 - Unmatched 22:33

6M ago22:33

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Kev discusses his new found love of the game Unmatched and its surprising link to dressing gowns. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731899665 Connect with us: ➡️ Website➞ https…

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Bonus Episode- Fight for Inheritance 25:10

7M ago25:10

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom discusses upcoming Kickstarter release Fight for Inheritance with designer Hasan from Red Cannon Games https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 https://www.instagram.com/redcannongames/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1722183878/fight-for-inher…

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#58 - Arkham Horror LCG - what are the five most essential physical upgrades for the game? 21:38

7M ago21:38

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Kev discuss the five best paid upgrades that you can get for Arkham Horror LCG. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞ https://pod.link/1731899665 Products Mentioned in this episode: Tabletop…

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#57 - Tom and Kev catch up on Unmatched, Restoration Games, Pitchcar and Doors and Windows 28:34

6M ago28:34

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom and Kev catch up on their previous podcast about Ark Nova, Blood on the Clocktower, and AI in gaming. They then talk about some of the games they have been playing recently including Unmatched and Pitchcar. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9 🎙…

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#56 - Zoo school! We interview top rated Ark Nova player on how to improve! 1:08:56

6M ago1:08:56

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the 20 Minute Tabletop podcast, host Tom dives into the intricacies of the board game Ark Nova with the highly knowledgeable guest, Brian. Tom, an avid but less skilled player, aims to improve his game with insights from Brian, who is among the top 250 Ark Nova players globally. Th…

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#55 - A return to Ark Nova 24:53

7M ago24:53

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades The podcast episode, hosted by Tom and joined by Neil, focuses on an in-depth discussion of the board game Ark Nova, which Tom is particularly fond of. They explore the game's mechanics, including the strategy involved with card placement and various actions like building enclosures and managing cons…

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#54 - Blood on the Clocktower - is it the rightful king of social deduction games? 29:12

7M ago29:12

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' host Tom and guest Neil delve into 'Blood on the Clocktower,' a social deduction game from 2022. Neil shares his first-time experience playing the game at a gaming expo, discussing its complexities, unique mechanics, and high-quality components. They compa…

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#53 - The Death of the Automa and the Future of RPG? AI in tabletop gaming. 25:09

7M ago25:09

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades The podcast episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop discusses the integration of artificial intelligence in board, card, and miniature games. The host introduces new co-host Barry von Trottenheim and together with Kev, they explore the capabilities, opportunities, and ethical concerns surrounding AI in tab…

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Bonus Episode - Pizza Roles (social deduction meets pizza). 20:49

7M ago20:49

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop', Tom discusses the upcoming board game 'Pizza Roles' with its designer, Thom. The game is a social deduction game about politely discussing pizza toppings. Tom shares his journey of connecting with board game designers and his experience of managing the pro…

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#52 - The Past and Future of Twenty Minute Tabletop (anniversary podcast) 30:30

8M ago30:30

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this special anniversary episode of the Twenty Minute Tabletop Podcast, hosts Kev and Tom celebrate one year of their podcast dedicated to board, card, and miniature games. They reminisce about starting the podcast in an Airbnb in Oxford and reflect on how much they've grown over the past year, in…

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#51 - Azul - is it still worth a play eight years on? 19:27

8M ago19:27

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades Tom hosts a solo podcast on the board game Azul,' a tile-laying game he frequently recommends for families during the Christmas season. He discusses the game's abstract nature and notes its modern board game appeal, particularly for family play. Tom delves into the cultural history of the azulejos, P…

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#50 - US Sports Tabletop Games - Blood Bowl, Baseball Highlights 2045, Slapshot Showdown & Basketboss 26:38

8M ago26:38

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Kev delves into US-based sports board games. He shares his personal history with ice hockey, including his experiences and love for the sport. Kev discusses the big four American sports—baseball, American football, ice hockey, and basketball—and …

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#49 - Stellar Solitaire - a universe of space themed board games! 24:51

8M ago24:51

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twnty Minute Tabletop,' Kev and Tom delve into the world of solo space-themed board games. Kev shares his experiences with 'Tiny Epic Galaxies,' 'Deep Space D6,' 'Solar Storm,' and 'Under Falling Skies.' The duo discusses the intricate mechanics, themes, and personal impressions o…

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#48- Miniature Skirmish games - what are the commonalities and differences? 33:07

8M ago33:07

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades n the first 2025 episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, hosts Tom and Kev discuss various miniature skirmish games, focusing on their thematic and mechanical similarities and differences. They touch upon genre theory by Steven Neil, emphasizing the balance of repetition and innovation in game genres. Kev…

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#47 -Carnevale, a unique miniature skirmish game set in Venice 24:24

9M ago24:24

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades Carnevale is an amazing miniatures game which combines the acrobatics of Assassin's Creed, the horrors of lovecraft and the beauty of the streets of Venice. IT's a game that Kev is quite obsessed with and we think you should check it out too! UPDATE : Some of the FoldScapes Venice terrain discussed i…

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Bonus Episode - Tom's Festive Christmas Tale (not for kids) 25:28

9M ago25:28

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop', Tom tells a Christmas tale that involves - guided meditation, Indiana Jones bedtime routines, ASMR, cat sick, vegan activists vs Santa, an original soundtrack and not one board game mentioned. Hey! Why not join our DISCORD - come and join the Twenty Minute…

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#46 - Tom and Kev's Christmas Catch Up Cast 25:46

9M ago25:46

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this special Christmas edition of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, hosts Kev and Tom discuss what makes a good Christmas game, delve into their personal experiences with miniature painting, and Kev shares insights from his businesses. With humorous anecdotes and helpful tips for tabletop enthus…

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#45 - The Search for Planet X 15:59

9M ago15:59

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop', we dive into the captivating board game 'The Search for Planet X'. Tom shares their experience of discovering this game at a local sale, emphasizing its stunning art design and complex deduction mechanics. The main goal is to locate Planet X by gathering c…

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#44 - Blood Rage and Rising Sun - Part Two 17:56

9M ago17:56

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Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode, we dive deeper into the board games Blood Rage and Rising Sun, comparing their mechanics, themes, and overall gameplay. We discuss the new features in Rising Sun like the Tea Ceremony and asymmetrical clans and share our thoughts on which game stands out at different player counts. B…