Best Board Game Gateway Podcasts (2025)

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The BEST 10 Board Games Ever! (5 to 1) 1:12:10

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Welcome to Part 2 of our annual Top 10 Board Games Special! Our hosts continue their countdown, revealing their Top 5 favourite game picks and discussing what makes each one the best board game. Timestamps00:00 - Introduction00:51 - #512:06 - #423:49 - #336:33 - #250:45 - #1 (Our Favourite Game)1:09:40 - Recap / Outro*******************************…

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E118 SYMMETRY 27:33

1h ago27:33

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Symmetry is balance, and nature adores balance. There is symmetry everywhere if you look for it. This slightly more aesoteric episode ponders the existence of balance all around us. As always, go to the shownotes blog at factoraly.com to see both sides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Our Top 10 Board Games EVER! (10 to 6) 51:19

12h ago51:19

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What are the Top 10 Board games of our hosts? It is that time of year where we take a look inward and rank the games we play. What is going to make the top of the list this year? Are there any games that have fallen out of the top 10? Are the rose coloured recently played glasses prominent on our faces or do we look kindly upon nostalgia?Neeber, Jo…

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E117 MAIL 37:06

1d ago37:06

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The mail has been around for ages, but until recently, only for heads of state, governments and the very wealthy. Nowadays, anyone can send a letter or a parcel anywhere in the world. But how did we get from there to here? In this week's episode, we put our hand in the post box and get stuck! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…

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Ep 077 | Christmas Stocking Stuffers 2025 53:58

12d ago53:58

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Christmas is around the corner and on this episode we have 6 games that we think are perfect to put into them come Christmas time...or at least next to them if Leo's game are anything to go by. On Episode 77 of the Board Game Gateway Podcast we have a chat about the classic roof painting game of Fresco and the "Game of Thrones in 90 minutes" game o…

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E116 SEEDS 26:31

12d ago26:31

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Seeds are quite literally the stuff of life. We're surrounded by them. The male populations of practicallt all species will carry them. Ubiquity doesnt come much fuller than seeds. But where do seeds come from, why are they important? and what will happen to them in the future? This episode plants deeply and springs up with some shoots that will en…

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E115 RADIO 29:09

22d ago29:09

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Radio waves exist naturally in the universe, but harnessing them has led you, well, here. Because without radio waves, there would be no internet. And no radio to speak of, as we do in this episode. As always, click on the link to explore the airwaves. https://www.factoraly.com/post/e115-radio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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Ep 075 | Sydney BEST Family Board Game Day 49:06

29d ago49:06

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Sydneys Family Game Day is the board game day hosted by the @bggateway podcast. This episode the boys return to the microphones to recap their latest, biggest and best event yet. Not only do we have a a recap but we get to give you a run down of some of the new board games that were shown off at the day.Dam Beavers and I'm The Captain proved to be …

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Ep 076 | Fantasy Flight has some explaining to do! 49:27

29d ago49:27

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Arkham Horror is DEAD?! Fantasy Flight Games has discontinued the LCG making sets instantly hard to buy and find. The crew is going to discuss the ramifications of this as well as some of the auction games that they have been playing in the classic Medici and the uncommon QE!Leo, Joel, Neeber and Ralph are all behind the microphones once again to b…

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E114 BOARD GAMES 38:58

25d ago38:58

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Board Games have been around since the Neanderthals, and one of the most modern board games is named after them (see below). Today, they are an excellent way for friends and family to get together and challenge each other. In this episode, we learn how to play various games, where they originated, and where they're headed. As always, click on the l…

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E113 WATCHES 40:34

1M ago40:34

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Watches tell more than time. They tell a story. And this week's Factoraly is their story... Go to the blog post for more... https://www.factoraly.com/podcast/episode/663a87a6/e113-watches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E112 BEER 33:56

1M ago33:56

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Beer is a water of life - sometimes literally. It's been drunk for thousands of years and is useful, especially when the water isn't particularly potable. This episode is ideal for people wearing beer goggles. If you'd like to look at what we're seeing, visit our show notes on the blog page at factoraly.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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E111 SUPERHEROES 34:38

2M ago34:38

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This time, we'll be discussing those extraordinary fictional characters whom young people love to read about. From their comic book origins to their universal appeal, we investigate just what makes a superhero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E110 PASTA 32:05

2M ago32:05

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Pasta is delicious — especially when it's served with a tasty sauce. But where does it come from? (Italy, obviously). And what types of pasta are there? (over 600). And what goes with which? This episode plunges into boiling water and comes up with some superb morcels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Why This Board Game Changed My Life. 22:28

2M ago22:28

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Once in a decade a game will come along that has such a profound impact on you that you just want to share it with the world. Blood on the Clocktower by The Pandemonium Institute ( @BloodontheClocktower ) is that game for Ralph. Join him as he dives into what has been involved in Discovering, Running and Organising Blood on the Clocktower Game nigh…

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E109 LIONS 45:35

2M ago45:35

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Lions. The kings of the Jungle and the Savannah. Lions have been symbols of strength and power since time immemorial. This episode goes deep into the Lions' den and pulls out the thorns of truth and facts that will surprise and delight you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E108 CHAIRS 41:28

2M ago41:28

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There are so many different sorts of chairs. We use them every day, but how much do we really know about them? In this episode, we explore chairs, ranging from the earliest to the most recent, from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E107 PUPPETS 44:16

3M ago44:16

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Simon's arm goes live. Bruce gets his wires crossed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E106 BATS 27:31

3M ago27:31

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Bats are really incredible. They're mammals that can fly, and they pollinate profusely. They make up around a quarter of all the mammals on Earth. In this episode, we wing our way into the wonderful world of the bat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E105 DINOSAURS 36:27

3M ago36:27

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Dinosaurs were around SO much longer than we have been. In this episode, we look into their timeline, their remains and their representation in popular fiction. Plus, we go into the Boner Wars. If you've not come across them, you'll be as fascinated as we were. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E104 BRAINS 33:50

3M ago33:50

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Where would we be without our brains? The fact that we don't know the answer is because our brains find that question tricky. From regulating our breathing and heart rate, to propelling us from one place to another physically, literally, and virtually, our brains are fantastic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E103 BEAVERS 29:30

4M ago29:30

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Industrious little things, beavers. And great for the environment. In this episode, we look into beaver life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E102 SKATEBOARDS 30:56

4M ago30:56

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Skateboards started out as something for skateboarders to do when the surf wasn't up. Today it's an Olympic sport! Follow the story of these noisy, clattery, dangerous bits of wood, fibreglass and silicone on wheels here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E101 LIBRARIES 38:56

4M ago38:56

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Libraries are good things. Not needed as much these days, what with the internet? Well, it depends on who you ask. There are still lots of libraries, and they still have their place, from the local lending library to the national institutions. Go and check out your local library. These days, there's more there than you might think. As always, click…

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E100 38:14

4M ago38:14

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Welcome to our 100th episode! Here's a ton of ideas about 100 that won't cost you a cent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E99 THE BEST OF FACTORALY (SO FAR) 30:16

4M ago30:16

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We're very nearly at our 100th episode, so we thought we'd go on holiday. Well, actually, we thought we'd do what other audio series do when they fancy a break and put together some of the best bits from the last 99 episodes. So, this one includes snippets from Cucumbers; Typography; Vikings; Curry; Pipes; Bells; Shoes; Bottles; Jelly; Nuts; Specta…

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E98 KITES 45:01

5M ago45:01

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Kites have been around for a while. Mostly for pleasure, but also with many utilitarian purposes. In this episode, we launch into the uses and styles of kites, highlighting some of the people who used them to achieve fame. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E97 WIND 39:24

5M ago39:24

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Wind is all around us and one of the most powerful forces on Earth. It has a massive effect on our lives and the lives of every living thing on the planet. Not to mention things that aren't alive at all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E96 WITCHES 27:55

5M ago27:55

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Witchcraft has nearly always been used to do good. In physical health and in wellbeing. But there was a time in the 14th and 15th centuries and onwards when it was very much frowned upon. Today, we delve into the world of witches and witchcraft, exploring the fascination with women who sought alternative ways of healing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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Ep 073 | What should board games INCLUDE in 2nd Editions? 57:56

5M ago57:56

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What should board games INCLUDE in 2nd Editions? That is the topic of discussion for Episode 073 of the Board Game Gateway Podcast. Neeber, Ralph and Leo get around the microphone and discuss what we expect and want to see in second editions of board games.Also, we welcome back Ralph who takes us through some of the solo playthroughs he as been emb…

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E95 HOLIDAYS 39:25

5M ago39:25

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Holidays are fun - usually. In fact most of the fun of a holiday comes from its antici pation. We didn't mention it in this episode, but here's a link to a study... https://www.nathab.com/blog/anticipation-is-the-happiest-part-of-a-travel-journey They're good for your health, too, and to enhance one's perception of this wonderful ball we all live o…

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E94 SPOONS 36:07

6M ago36:07

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Spoons can be used for eating or drinking from or serving or even playing. This episode looks at all kinds of uses of the common or garden spoon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E93 SALT 31:47

6M ago31:47

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Salt is part of life. We wouldn't be anywhere without salt - literally, it's essential to human life. From the sea that we crawled out of, to the preservation of food, we need salt. This episode shakes the facts, and seasons your ears with salty goodness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E92 TENNIS 36:35

6M ago36:35

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Tennis is one of the most-watched sports in the world. And it's been around a long time. From early origins as a game played with the hand against a wall, to the high-tech judged matches we can watch on TV today. In this episode, we explore all that history, with some heavy slices of weird thrown into the net for luck. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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E91 GEESE 35:28

6M ago35:28

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Geese have been with us forever, domesticated for their meat and feathers, not to mention their guardianship properties. In this episode, we delve into geese in all their beauty and practicality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 072 | Cooperative vs Competitive PROs and CONs 1:22:54

7M ago1:22:54

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Cooperative or Competitive Board Games. What are the pros and cons of both? With such a wide range of diverse board games to play, there is something for everyone but not everything for anyone. We take you through what we believe you may like and dislike about both styles of games.Neeber, Leo and Joel return to the studio to take you through anothe…

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E90 HANDS 31:58

7M ago31:58

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You need hands to hold someone you love. In fact you need hands for all sorts of things. This episode looks at lots of aspects of hands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E89 GRASS 38:09

7M ago38:09

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Grass is everywhere. You can wear it, you can eat it, you can drink it, you can play on it - you can even grow it underwater. Grass is vital to the health of the planet and everyone on it. In this episode, we run our fingers through this wonderful plant in all its iterations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E88 NOSES 35:03

7M ago35:03

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Noses. They smell. That's what they're there for. To warn you of bad things, to alert you to good things. To be as plain as they are on your face. In this episode, we dig deep into noses. Not with our fingers, but with our minds! We stick our noses into a foundry of facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E87 COFFEE 45:34

7M ago45:34

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It sounds weird. You see a goat dancing having eaten something, and you decide to give it a try. Yet this is the apocryphal story of the origin of coffee. Today it's a massive industry and addicts are rarely seen without a cup - even when walking to work! Today is all about the bean. As always, click on the pics to take a sip of lots more about thi…

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Ep 071 | Can You JUDGE a Board Game After Just One Play? 51:03

7M ago51:03

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Can you judge a board game after one play? Should we give them multiple plays?Can we truly know a game after one game night? This is the topic of discussion for this episode. Neeber and Leo get back behind the microphones to discuss some new games they have had a chance to play, including "The White Castle", the coop Poker Vault cracking experience…

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E86 KANGAROOS 37:04

8M ago37:04

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Kangaroos are weird. They move differently, give birth differently, and they even communicate differently. They're absolutely fascinating. And this episode is different, too. It's a three-hander where we're chatting with our friend on the spot, Gregory Dwyer, all about these extraordinary Australian animals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

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E85 CHEFS 30:29

8M ago30:29

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There are cooks, and there are chefs. This one is about the latter. Those who train under greatness and go on to achieve greatness themselves - even if, at the end of the day, it's only a plate of food. From the first celebrity chef to the buttons on the overalls, this one is for the foodies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…

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E84 BEDS 30:25

8M ago30:25

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Beds... We spend a third of our life in them, but where did they originate? And why do men generally sleep on the door side of the bed? Lots of answers in this week's episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E83 TRAINS 36:54

8M ago36:54

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Do you like trains? We do. They are to travel what podcasts are to entertainment. You can do lots of other things whilst enjoying getting from A to B. Or in the case of this episode, from Stockton to Beijing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E82 BERRIES 26:07

8M ago26:07

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Think you know what a berry is? Think again. So many things that we think of as berries aren't technically berries. Find out what is and isn't a berry in this berry episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E81 SKIING 35:16

9M ago35:16

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There's nothing quite like the exhilaration of downhill skiing. The cold, clear mountain air is invigorating, and although skiing has been around since the Stone Age, the downhill version has only been around for a century or so. Dive into the mogul hills of facts in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep 070 | What Are The TOP 3 Board Game PREDICTIONS For 2025? 1:19:08

9M ago1:19:08

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What Are The Top Three Board Game Predictions For 2025? New board game mechanics? Perhaps your favourite reviewers will start a spin-off podcast? We discuss our 3 biggest predictions for 2025. Not only do we have the featured discussion topic of our predictions but we also talk about the games that we have been playing this week including the crunc…

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E80 ROADS 33:33

9M ago33:33

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Getting from A to B requires a route, and if many people take the same route, that eventually becomes a road. Roads are integral to modern life, and this episode explains what they are and why they're brilliant - especially if, like Bruce, you enjoy driving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E79 SOUP 30:42

9M ago30:42

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Soup is one of the easiest things to make from scratch; it's even easier in a can, or you can just add boiling water to a packet! This episode looks at various varieties of soups, where they came from and how they got into space! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.