Get ready to dive into the latest episode as Adrian and Conor (our beloved Donkey and Shrek duo) are joined by the one and only Carl Van Ostrand for a lively, laughter-packed episode! In this Episode: Conor dives into “Conservas” – Conor brings us some canned goodness with Conservas, a game inspired by the culinary world of Portuguese tinned fish. Who knew sardines could be so strategic? But it’s not just fishy puns and packaging – this game is a deep dive into unique set collection with a...

This week, Dana, Lauren and Joe run through the their gaming highs and lows over the past few weeks following on from PAX and local game days. Joe takes a break from Overwatch 2 to tell us about avoiding a fall from grace in Courtisans. Lauren has been answering movie trivia questions badly in Blockbuster. Dana has been taming beasts, though not her own, to create the best minions in The Vale of Eternity. They also share the community responses from last week's Question of the Pod, share...

Join Conor, Adrian and Dan as they recap their past week of gaming which includes cooperative deduction, burying bodies, and a touch of spellcasting. In Sizzling Games, Adrian has been fighting factions for favour, Dan has been switching sashimi for some sushi selections, and Conor heralds his hectic Halloween happenings. They also share the community responses from last week's Question of the Pod, share their gripes with this week's question, and get fired up for the coming week! New...

In this week’s episode, Mitch, Conor and Dana continue to reminisce about PAX, in particular the food, the games and the people they met.  Conor is enamoured with his purchase and subsequent play of Dead Cells in a monster solo session. Mitch is still feeling surprisingly upbeat after his defeat at one of the hit prototype games at PAX, Tropical. Meanwhile, Dana is desperately trying to get off the island wondering what on earth, the Pope and Oysters have in common, in Landmarks They also...

Join us as we podcast live from PAX Australia 2024. Not only did we have the chance to play some of the latest games, but we also had the privilege to talk to some of Australia's newest and brightest game designers. So we're bringing you the scoop on some of the hottest new games in development. Thanks to the team at PAX Australia for having us again this year. We really love coming to PAX and catching up with the community. We already can't wait until next year!!   Hunted By A God...

This week Dana, Conor and Adrian talk about what has been hitting their tables. Adrian has been digging his way into new business and shooting his shot in Overwatch 2. Conor is proving that distance makes the heart grow fonder, drafting cards in distant lands in Faraway. Dana has been gaming to commemorate R U Okay Day, and runs us through her epic experiences with the space strategy game Andromeda's Edge.  They also recap last week's Question of the Pod, share their thoughts on a polarising...

Lauren, Dan, and Adrian navigate the maze of exciting games this week, as they share what's been happening on and off the table since they were last on the pod, including personal news on several fronts. In Sizzling Games, Adrian crafts cool characters for clever quests, and Dan manages his many marsupials. They also recap your favourite game night snacks from last week's Question of the Pod, share their failures with this week's question, and get fired up for the coming week! New Question of...

Join Mitch and Jules, with special guests Matt Riddle and Adam Hill from Motor City Gameworks, we dive into some fresh new titles and all the fun that comes with the hobby! First up, it's River Valley Glassworks - a beautiful new game of glass token collection and placement. They discuss Beyond the Horizon, the sequel to Beyond the Sun, which is launching soon at Essen. They also dish out our thoughts on the dos and don'ts of board game etiquette and tackle one of the most controversial...

Join Conor, Dan, and Mitch for an episode filled with mirth, mystery, and manic fun as they crank up the wise cracks with another weekly dose of gaming goodness that you won’t want to miss! They tackle the thrilling twists of Lords of Vegas, where players vie to build and bolster their casinos along the Strip in a game of high stakes and high spirits. Then, prepare for a spine-tingling adventure with Spectral, a deduction delight where teams must unravel riddles and seek out hidden treasures...

In this week's episode, Conor, Jules and Joe share what has been hitting their tables. Jules gives us a blast from the past revisiting his humble beginnings with Magic: The Gathering. Joe has been enjoying his latest cup of tea rainy day game in Umbrella, though some of the strategy went over his head. Conor takes the best of both, stirring up storms with an even bigger throwback to the iconic PRG, Dungeons & Dragons. There's also the Question of the Pod, what has us fired up lately, and...

Welcome to Episode 309 of the Board Game BBQ podcast! In this episode, Adrian is joined by co-hosts Dana and Lauren as they dive into another fun-filled discussion of sizzling games and much more. Lauren kicks things off with her sizzling game of the week, Last Bastion—a cooperative tower-defense game with intense decision-making and a fantasy theme. Then, Dana brings a charming city-building game to the table with Dorfromantik, inspired by the popular video game. The team also introduces...

In this week's episode, Joe, Jules and Lauren share what has been hitting their tables. Jules is back after a break and is still riding the high from Gen Con (in more ways than one). Joe has been playing a game with a grandma featuring a bazooka from the one and only Dr. Lauren has been frantically drawing things terribly. There's also the Question of the Pod and a brand new segment which includes exonerating hosts from some unfulfilled oaths, and instead pumping each other up with what has...

In this bitter-sweet episode Def is hyped up to sizzle the space opera that is Arcs. It is also his final sizzle as he announces that he is leaving the podcast. So in honour of Def's departure, some of the original BBQ crew return to say goodbye. Def has been such an integral part of the podcast since its inception over four years ago, and his insightful musings about this hobby will be sorely missed. Best of luck, Def. We love you, mate.   New Question of the Pod: What is your favourite...

This week Adrian, Dana and Joe are sharing the latest to be hitting their tables. Adrian has been playing a favourite trick taker and the experience was a Nyet positive overall. Dana has been collecting sets and boosting her economy in the latest game to kill Splendor, Star Tycoon. It's raining ramen over in Melbourne as Joe powers his merchants and ships goods in Yokohama. There's also the Question of the Pod, some attempts to Swear an Oath, and the usual antics. New Question of the Pod: How...

Join Dan, Mitch and Joe as the fellas share the games that have been hitting their table (and sometimes missing the mark) this week. In our Sizzling Games segment Joe is balancing building with bonuses, Mitch has a palmful of powerful potions, and Dan is swiping sardines from the seas. There's also the Question of the Pod, Swear an Oath, and all of the usual shenanigans you've come to expect from the Board Game BBQ Podcast. New Question of the Pod: What is your earliest board gaming...

This episode is tighter than a freshly tuned guitar string!Dana and Conor, welcome back the maestro of cardboard creations, Dave Beck. He's not just fiddling around - he's here to talk about his latest masterpiece currently rocking Kickstarter: "Luthier"!Get ready to tune into the secrets of crafting a hit board game, roast some juicy tips for running a sizzling Kickstarter campaign, and savor the flavor of success in the board game publishing world. It's a full-course gaming feast with a...

Join us in Episode 303 as Joe hosts for the first time, with Dana and Adrian co-hosting. Fresh off the exhilarating first-ever Play Con board game convention, we share our thoughts and experiences from the long weekend. Dana dives into her playthrough of Faiyum, while Adrian hilariously recounts his embarrassing moments with Dice Fishing: Roll and Catch. Meanwhile, Joe shares his surprise encounter with the auction area control game, Skyrise. Don't miss this lively and entertaining catch-up...

Welcome to Episode 302 of the Board Game BBQ Podcast! This episode is packed with exciting board game discussions and due to a time dilation feels like an epic adventure akin to Avengers: Endgame.   Adrian is back from Japan and has been diving deep into the world of Japanese board games. He couldn't resist sharing his experience with his sizzling game "Deep Sea Adventure." Adrian hints at continuing his exploration of more Japanese games in upcoming episodes.   Dana had the opportunity to...

Fire up your dice and grab a cold one, because it's time for another mouth-watering episode of the Board Game BBQ Podcast!On the Grill This Week: Mitch saddles up and gallops into the world of Raiders of Scythia. Will this game be a feast fit for a nomadic warrior, or will it leave him feeling like yesterday's leftovers? Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble! Conor stirs the pot with his review of Quacks of Quedlinburg. Will this potion-brewing bonanza be a delicious delight or a recipe for...

It's the 300th episode of the Board Game BBQ podcast, and we're firing up the fun! The whole gang is here to celebrate as we take a wild ride down memory lane, reliving 300 episodes and four years of game-loving madness. Def is ready to dazzle with some juicy stats, and we've got surprise guest appearances from some friends we have made along the way. A massive shout-out to our fantastic community for sticking with us through all the hijinks and hilarity, and a huge thank you to our Patreons...

This week Mitch, Lauren and Dan run through what has been hitting their tables. Mitch has had in wife in stitches after a game of Monikers. Dan has been enjoying quiet solitude, conven the time of his life trying to defend the villagers in Witchcraft! Lauren has been enjoying a classic card game that is one in a chameleon with Coloretto.    After that we've got the regularly scheduled Question of the Pod, and some moderately successful oaths.   New Question of the Pod: Tell us about a time a...

Conor, Def, and Joe jostle jovially about their latest gaming escapades. First up, Joe regales us with his rendezvous in the realm of Rebirth, Reiner Knizia’s latest offering which is still taking late pledges on Kickstarter. Def delves into the daring deeds of Pendragon, brace yourselves for battles, betrayals, and bountiful banter as he recounts his quest for the coveted crown, and Conor casts his comedic contortions on Mythic Mischief, a game that is very chess like, or is it cheff like?...

Episode 297 In this episode your hosts Adrian, Dana, and Jules are diving deep into the cardboard cosmos to explore three exciting titles: No Thanks!, Unmatched Adventures: Tales to Amaze, and Soda Smugglers. Get ready to embark on a journey of strategy and fun as they dissect these games while injecting their discussions with a healthy dose of laughter and camaraderie. With an epic QOTP and Oath segment we hope you all enjoy listening. No Thanks! (00:41:05)Unmatched Adventures: Tales to...

This week Dan, Dana and Lauren are talking about what games have been hitting their table. We ask Dan what's in your head and your wallet, Dana is celebrating Christmas in June, and Lauren is at war with a robot named Rick. There's also the Question of the Pod, and we boldly go where 295 podcasts have also gone before in Swearing an Oath. This and the usual Board Game BBQ antics. New Question of the Pod: If you could only play one board game for the rest of your life, what would it be and...