Best Placement Theory Podcasts (2025)

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If you don’t put us in front, will we ever be found? A conversation with Mare Maticevski and My Van Dang (ALIA Multicultural Group) 34:39

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3M ago34:39

34:39

In this episode, Marie Robineau - CAVAL, talks with Mare Maticevski from RMIT and My Van Dang from Greater Dandenong Libraries. They are the Convenor/founding member and Secretary, respectively, of the ALIA multicultural group, which was established to advocate for multicultural inclusion across all library sectors. They share their migrant experie…

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If you're leading a library in 2024, you are leading it for the first time! A conversation with Tony Zanders 33:05

1+ y ago33:05

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In this episode, Jaime McCowan, CEO, CAVAL, interviews Tony Zanders, Founder and CEO of Skilltype, about his journey from Silicon Valley to the library world. Tony shares his transition from working in tech to tackling challenges in the library profession, including skill gaps, leadership, and technology adoption. They discuss Tony's experience fou…

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Why is the ‘Marketing with Purpose’ playbook more crucial than ever? : A conversation with Ally Scale 23:18

1+ y ago23:18

23:18

In this discussion, Anna Srivastava, Marketing Strategy and Communications Manager at CAVAL, and Ally Scale, Communications and Marketing Manager at Informit, talk about the significance of purpose-driven marketing, storytelling, and creating human connections in the current digital landscape. They also discuss new strategies for engaging younger d…

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Building thriving communities while preventing burnout: A conversation with Hugh Rundle 24:23

1+ y ago24:23

24:23

In this episode, Sae Ra Germaine, Deputy CEO of CAVAL, has a conversation with Hugh Rundle. Hugh currently works at La Trobe University Library, has co-founded the GLAMR organisation 'newCardigan' and is involved in many other interesting projects. During their chat, they discuss the evolving landscape of community-based organisations within the se…

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Library placements bridging the theory-practice gap? A conversation with Anita Dewi 27:00

2y ago27:00

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In this episode, Anita Dewi, a lecturer and workplace learning coordinator at CSU, talks about the importance of workplace learning and library placements. She highlights the need for constant dialogue between academia and industry to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical experience for aspiring librarians. Anita also discusses…

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Timetables Through Time: A conversation with Australian Timetable Association 25:39

2+ y ago25:39

25:39

In this pilot episode, guests David Hennell, Len Regan (Archivist) and Richard May from the Australian Timetable Association (ATA) take you on a journey through the world of timetables, where history comes alive in printed schedules. From the early days of aviation to the evolution of train networks, these experts reveal the hidden connections betw…

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15.1 - Hobby Overload 15:42

7+ y ago15:42

15:42

After a week off, I'm back with format changes and a new outlook.

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14.5 - Personal PC Peripheral Pilgrimage 18:01

8y ago18:01

18:01

EXTRA SATURDAY EPISODE!!! I blather on about all the keyboards and mice I every used. Pretty pointless stuff unless you care. Enjoy!

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14.4 - Design Integrity 12:21

8y ago12:21

12:21

I talk about my struggles and feeling on design and designer integrity vs being published!

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14.3 - WYP: Overwatch Tips & #Gamebag 14:48

8y ago14:48

14:48

Today, I get back into the Overwatch grind and share what is working for me. Also, Gamebag.

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WP 14.2 - Education Through Enjoyment 8:52

8y ago8:52

8:52

Using games to teach kids is awesome, right? Thank God for all my spending on Steam...

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WP 14.1 - Performance Enhancers (and Mtn Dew Too!) 13:12

8y ago13:12

13:12

Should esports players be allowed to take substances that can improve their performance? What if its Doritos and M&Ms?

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WP 13.4 - TB: Mechs vs. Minions 17:29

8y ago17:29

17:29

Time to breakdown the League of Legends wave survival boardgame, MvM!

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WP 13.3 - WYP: Vermintide 2 9:40

8y ago9:40

9:40

In today's brief episode, I talk about the sequel to one of my favorites!

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WP 13.2 - TT: Licensed (Board)Games 7:58

8y ago7:58

7:58

Are games based off other media content good? Or just a cash grab?

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WP 13.1 - Other People's Hobbies are Important 19:32

8y ago19:32

19:32

Rant warning. Today, I implore people to value and experience other's hobbies.

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WP 12.5 - My Boardgame Go Bag 23:09

8y ago23:09

23:09

I have a Quiver case full of awesome games for when I need to game elsewhere. Here is what is inside!

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WP 12.4 - TB: The Thing: Escape from Outpost 31 20:04

8y ago20:04

20:04

Today, I breakdown a game that I have pumped before, The Thing: Escape from Outpost 31!

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WP 12.3 - WYP: Gloomhaven & Gamebag 15:41

8y ago15:41

15:41

Finally, I talk about Gloomhaven and an extended #gamebag!

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WP 12.2 - TT: Developers Owe You Nothing 12:25

8y ago12:25

12:25

Today, I discuss the relationship between designer/developers and the community.

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WP 12.1 - Recommended Games for Starting a Game Group 18:58

8y ago18:58

18:58

This is my list of recommended games to own or bring to a new game group for a blend of experienced and new players!

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WP 11.3 - TB: Overcooked 14:13

8y ago14:13

14:13

On this week's breakdown, The Team 17 frantic team puzzler, Overcooked!

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WP 11.2 – TT: Retro Reboots & Nostalgia Games 10:53

8y ago10:53

10:53

Nostalgia is a huge selling factor. It’s no wonder old games are getting remastered and new games are homage to yesteryear.

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WP 011.1 – Casual Concept: Run the House 12:36

8y ago12:36

12:36

In today’s President’s Day casual concept, I discuss concepts for a political party negotiation game!

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WP 010.5 – Favorite Videogame Moments 13:08

8y ago13:08

13:08

I share my top 5 video game moments! So hard to choose…

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WP 010.4 – TB: Azul 20:10

8y ago20:10

20:10

Azul is the new hotness and I finally got to play! Here is my breakdown.

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WP 010.3 – WYP: Long Live the Queen & Gamebag 12:11

8y ago12:11

12:11

For Valentine’s Day, I talk about Long Live the Queen, a choose your own adventure game! Also, Roll Player and Gamebag.

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WP 010.2 – TT: Legacy Boardgames 11:17

8y ago11:17

11:17

Legacy games are sweeping the cardboard kingdom. What are they and how are they affecting boardgames as a whole

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WP 010.1 – Games That Were Ruined (for me) 14:55

8y ago14:55

14:55

Here are a couple games that I used to love that were ruined for me by updates or changes.

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WP 009.5 – Casual Concept: Plow Force 22:16

8y ago22:16

22:16

Today, in a new segment, I concept a game design based on running a snow plow business.

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WP 009.4 – TB: Glory to Rome 21:38

8y ago21:38

21:38

In this week’s Thursday Breakdown, I tackle the Carl Chudyk classic, Glory to Rome.

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WP 009.3 – WYP: Darkest Dungeon & Mysterium 12:11

8y ago12:11

12:11

Along with the usual suspects, I discuss Mysterium and Darkest Dungeon!

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If you don’t put us in front, will we ever be found? A conversation with Mare Maticevski and My Van Dang (ALIA Multicultural Group) 34:39

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If you're leading a library in 2024, you are leading it for the first time! A conversation with Tony Zanders 33:05

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Why is the ‘Marketing with Purpose’ playbook more crucial than ever? : A conversation with Ally Scale 23:18

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Building thriving communities while preventing burnout: A conversation with Hugh Rundle 24:23

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Library placements bridging the theory-practice gap? A conversation with Anita Dewi 27:00

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Timetables Through Time: A conversation with Australian Timetable Association 25:39

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15.1 - Hobby Overload 15:42

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14.5 - Personal PC Peripheral Pilgrimage 18:01

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14.4 - Design Integrity 12:21

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14.3 - WYP: Overwatch Tips & #Gamebag 14:48

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WP 14.2 - Education Through Enjoyment 8:52

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WP 14.1 - Performance Enhancers (and Mtn Dew Too!) 13:12

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WP 13.4 - TB: Mechs vs. Minions 17:29

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WP 13.3 - WYP: Vermintide 2 9:40

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WP 13.2 - TT: Licensed (Board)Games 7:58

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WP 13.1 - Other People's Hobbies are Important 19:32

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WP 12.5 - My Boardgame Go Bag 23:09

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WP 12.4 - TB: The Thing: Escape from Outpost 31 20:04

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WP 12.3 - WYP: Gloomhaven & Gamebag 15:41

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WP 12.2 - TT: Developers Owe You Nothing 12:25

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WP 12.1 - Recommended Games for Starting a Game Group 18:58

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WP 11.3 - TB: Overcooked 14:13

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WP 11.2 – TT: Retro Reboots & Nostalgia Games 10:53

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WP 011.1 – Casual Concept: Run the House 12:36

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WP 010.5 – Favorite Videogame Moments 13:08

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WP 010.4 – TB: Azul 20:10

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WP 010.3 – WYP: Long Live the Queen & Gamebag 12:11

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WP 010.2 – TT: Legacy Boardgames 11:17

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WP 010.1 – Games That Were Ruined (for me) 14:55

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WP 009.5 – Casual Concept: Plow Force 22:16

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WP 009.4 – TB: Glory to Rome 21:38

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WP 009.3 – WYP: Darkest Dungeon & Mysterium 12:11