The Broken Meeple - a UK Board Games blog and podcast that reports on board and card games. Reviews, Top 5/10 lists, or just anything that's on my mind! One thing is for sure - I don't hold back and will speak my mind! In addition to this podcast I have a YouTube channel that showcases review videos and Top 10 lists. Please feel free to check them out!
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Meeple Minded Podcasts
Welcome everyone to the Meeple minded podcast. This show is for all of you Tabletop hobby lovers out there. We will be talking about all things gaming from board, card, wargames and role play games. And may even just the odd episode of other nerdy topics that we love. Along with our man in the newsroom bringing you all the latest news, Crowdfunding campaigns & Events we think you need to know about. SOOOOO, if you like any type of table top game, Meeple Minded is the podcast for you.
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5 Board Games We Can't Play But Really Want To!
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In this weeks Podcast, we're discussing some top games that have been sat gathering dust on our shelf. We explore our board game backlog and wonder when we will get these games to the tabletop for a game night. Are these games destined for eternity of the Shelf of shame?
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 120 - Other Game IP's As Tabletop
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 120 - Other Game IP's As TabletopAs well as some games I've played lately, a long loyal Patreon has asked me what other video game IP's would I like to see as tabletop form especially given the recent trend of such releases. Well let's put some thoughts out there!***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www…
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Ep 217 Star wars Battle of Hoth first impressions
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This week on the Meeple Minded Podcast, Jason and Ant are flying solo (well… duo) while James is off sick and doing his best impression of a discarded Pandemic card. But fear not — we’ve got a stacked show for you:00:00 Intro 02:29 Meeple Menu 03:43 The Setup Phase – We break down the latest in board game news, including: Ark Nova’s deluxe expansio…
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Episode 119 - BOARDGAMEGEEK TOP 100 (25-1)
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 119 - BOARDGAMEGEEK TOP 100 (25-1)We continue the BGG Top 100 breakdown and finally get this over with!!- updates- BGG Top 100 (25-1)***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co…
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Ep 216 Games that make their Mechanics Work Well
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On this weeks podcast the boys are back as a trio and wanted to discuss 5 games that made their mechanics work really well. some might say made the game what it is today! please note this episode does suffer with some audio related cut outs but we have done all we can to try to hide these as much as possible.…
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Episode 118 - BOARDGAMEGEEK TOP 100 (50-26)
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 118 - BOARDGAMEGEEK TOP 100 (50-26)We continue the BGG Top 100 breakdown with the next 25 games in the sequence. I know I say I'm going to do 50-1 but my throat just couldn't keep up the talking! So 25 today, 25 on the next episode!- updates- initial thoughts on Ark Nova 3Dition- BGG Top 100 (50-26)******************…
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Ep 215 Do we expect to much Innovation?
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Following a spat of technical issues, the boys are finally back after an unexpected break away, and they are back to discuss if we as gamers expect too much in the way of innovation in game releases?They will also be talking about what has been going on, some games they have been playing recently AND due to his absence a mild ribbing of "the THIRD …
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 117 - BOARDGAMEGEEK TOP 100 (100-51)
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 117 - BOARDGAMEGEEK TOP 100 (100-51)It's been a while but we're back on normal service. I've spent 4 days at Manorcon and can give my full thoughts on how it went. And we now have an Essen Preview list of games coming out - now it's early days, but I'm going to have a look at some of the hottest "thumbed" games and s…
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 116 - MANORCON & ESSEN PREVIEW LIST
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 116 - MANORCON & ESSEN PREVIEW LISTIt's been a while but we're back on normal service. I've spent 4 days at Manorcon and can give my full thoughts on how it went. And we now have an Essen Preview list of games coming out - now it's early days, but I'm going to have a look at some of the hottest "thumbed" games and se…
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Ep 214 Day-One Expansions. Good or Bad?
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🎙️ Meeple Minded Podcast - Episode 214 🧩 Topic: Are Day-One Expansions Good or Bad for Board Games? In this episode, we dive deep into one of the hottest debates in the board gaming community — should expansions be released at the same time as the base game? Is it a smart move that gives players more options? Or is it a greedy cash grab that splits…
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🎲 Top 5 Two-Player Board Games | Jason & Ant's Personal Picks 🎲 In this episode of The Meeple Minded Podcast, Jason and Ant dive into their Top 5 Two-Player Board Games — perfect for couples, friends, or rivals looking to outwit each other in tight, tactical showdowns! But before the countdown begins, the guys kick off the show with their usual seg…
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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast | UKGE 2025 Breakdown & Game Chat 🎤Welcome to another episode of the Meeple Minded Podcast — your go-to show for all things board games, tabletop gaming, and community-driven content! In this special UKGE 2025 (UK Games Expo) recap episode, we reflect on our full weekend at the UK’s biggest tabletop gaming convention.🗓️ We b…
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 115 - UK GAMES EXPO 2025Sorry everyone, the microphone for some reason recorded my voice way too loud and I can only do so much to fix it, so it will sound a bit distorted this time round. Not sure why, but sad to say I can't do much more about the current recording - will check set up before next recording. I hope h…
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Episode 114 - What Gets Me Excited?
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 114- What Gets Me Excited?- updates- impressions of Three Sisters- impressions of Ice (1st Edition)- What gets me excited for a new game?***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kiend…
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Expansion Pack Ep1 Board game designer & publisher talks preparing for conventions
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🎙️ PREPARING FOR UKGE with Chris Priscott | Fetching Feathers & Indie Game Publisher 🎲In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Priscott, the indie board game designer behind Zuuli, Moving Wild, Molehill Meadows, and his brand-new release Fetching Feathers! 🐦✨We dive into how Chris is preparing for UK Games Expo (UKGE) 2025, the UK's biggest tabletop …
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Ep 211 Meeple MAY-nia Begins! | UKGE 2025 Hype
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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast – Episode211: Meeple MAY-nia Begins! | UKGE 2025 Hype + Games We've Been Playing 🎲Welcome to another exciting episode of the Meeple Minded Podcast!We’re kicking off our month-long celebration — Meeple MAY-nia — as we build up to the biggest event in the UK tabletop calendar: UK Games Expo 2025 (UKGE)!In this episode:🟢 We int…
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Episode 113- UK Games Expo 2025 Preview & Golden Geek Awards
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 113- UK Games Expo 2025 Preview & Golden Geek Awards- updates- UK Games Expo Preview- The "Few" Games I'm Interested In at UKGE- Rant and Rave at the Golden Geek Awards***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is…
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🎲 Have Our Board Gaming Tastes Changed? | Latest Plays & Catch-Up! 🎲Welcome back to the channel! In this episode, we dive deep into a fun discussion: how have our board gaming tastes evolved over the years? Have we moved away from certain mechanics, fallen in love with new genres, or simply expanded our gaming horizons? Join us for an honest conver…
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 112- Predictions For The Industry
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 112- Predictions For The Industry- updates- I'm now going to the UKGE!- Calimala impressions- Kickstarter watch (Earth expansion and This War Of Mine)- Predictions for the board game industry***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL L…
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Title: Top 5 Comfort Board Games 🛋️ | Jason & Antony’s Go-To Favourites | Meeple MindedDescription:What are the board games you keep coming back too? Games that feel like a warm hug on a rainy day?Or even just games you know that no matter how hard the day was you can just chill out and relax playing a good comfort game?In this episode of the Meepl…
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Broken Meeple Podcast 111 - How To Teach Board Games
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 111 - How To Teach Board Games- updates- Inferno impressions- Tips for teaching board games***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.uk where you can buy great games at great…
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Ep 208 The Rise of Two Player Board Games
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Is the golden age of two-player board games upon us? In this episode of Meeple Minded, we dive deep into the growing trend of dedicated 2-player modern hobby board games why they’re thriving, what makes them special & more importantly are they even necessary? We also break down what we played this week 💬 Join the Discussion! What are YOUR favorite …
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Episode 110 - Bling My Game Up A Bit
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 110 - BLING MY GAME UP A BIT- updates- why the UK Games Expo might not be worth it- Biome second impressions- Critter Kitchen first impressions/rant- How I bling up my games***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meep…
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Ep 207 5 Board Games we are looking forward to Coming in 2025!
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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast: Ep 207 5 Board Games we are looking forward to Coming in 2025! 🎲Welcome back to Meeple Minded! In this episode, we’re talking about 5 modern hobby board games releasing in 2025 that we can’t wait to get our hands on. If you love discovering new games and keeping up with what’s coming next in the board gaming world, this epi…
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Episode 109 - My First Board Game Collection
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 109 - My First Board Game Collection- updates- Biome first impressions- reviewing my original board game collection from 2013***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.uk wher…
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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast - Episode 206 🎲"Should Children Always Win?"The debate is on! Should kids always win when playing board games, or is it better to teach them the art of fair competition? In this episode, we dive into this hot topic, sharing our thoughts on when (or if) you should let the little ones take the victory.But first, we chat about …
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 108 - Evolution Of A Gamer- updates- ark nova STEAM app impressions- how I've changed as a gamer over 10+ years***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.uk where you can buy …
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Ep 205 games we wish we played sooner
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🎲 Meeple Minded Podcast - Episode 205 🎲"5 Games We Wished We Had Played Sooner" Ever played a board game and thought, Why didn’t I play this sooner?! In this episode, we’re diving into five games that we seriously regret not trying earlier. Whether they flew under our radar or we just kept putting them off, these games deserved our attention sooner…
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Episode 107 - Many First Impressions
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 107 - Many First Impressions- updates- the new LCG Environment System- first impressions of many games***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.uk where you can buy great gam…
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Ep 204 Problems with Big Box Games?
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In this week’s episode of The Meeple Minded, we dive deep into the world of big box board games! 🎲✨ Are they an epic gaming experience worth every penny—or are they just massive monsters causing more problems than they’re worth? 🤔 We tackle all the burning questions: 🛠️ Are these oversized boxes a storage nightmare? 💡 Is there too much bloat packed…
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Episode 106 - Anticipated Games of 2025
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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 106 - Anticipated Games of 2025- updates- games I'm anticipating (or not) in 2025***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.uk where you can buy great games at great prices fr…
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Episode 105 - Intellectural Property Impact
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Episode 105 - Intellectural Property Impact- updates, the cruise, Xmas, the Top 50!- review of 5211- Finspan (WTF?)- Does Intellectual Property make a game popular?***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is happy to be sponsored by Kienda.co.…
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🎉 Big Changes, Big Games! 🎉 Welcome to a very special episode of The Meeple Minded podcast! the show where we talk all things table top gaming. Episode 203 marks a historic moment as we roll the dice into a whole new era. For the first time ever, The Meeple Minded is available in both audio and video formats, giving you a choice in how you enjoy ou…
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