This episode marks the beginning of our 8th year ranting and raving about games (and books (and music (and life))). We kick it into gear with some heavy discussions of almost all of the above. Pretty much, if it ain't broke. . . . or, if it is broke, lean into it. TOAST: 00:19:09 -- Whiskies 00:22:48 -- Giving Thanks 00:26:36 -- Our Once and Future Books 00:33:13 -- On Listening 00:44:24 -- The Crack of Destiny 00:58:03 -- Hallertau Almost Got Me 01:02:10 -- Viscounts of the West Kingdom (in-depth) 01:46:33 -- The Cost (in-depth) 02:24:23 -- Anxious People, by Fredrik Backman