Zach B.

A Couple Games

Leisure EN ↓ 55 episodes

A podcast about board games- when, where, and why to play them through the eyes of a married couple.

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Zach B.

Episodes

Episode 54: The Grand Carnival and Everstone! 15.01.2024 44:13

In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays of The Grand Carnival and Everstone: Discovering Ignis as well as games they played with their families over the holidays.

Episode 53: Chill Games 2023 13.11.2023 41:04

In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss some games that are pretty chill. Games discussed: Deep Dive, Spots, Hues and Cues, BOOoop, Mindbug: First Contact, Disney Sorcerer’s Arena

Episode 52: Marrakesh and First Impression Games 18.09.2023 47:14

In this episode Michelle and Zach give their initial impressions on Marrakesh then discuss love at first sight games vs games that grow on you.

Episode 51: Our Top 10 Games of All Time (2023 Edition) 15.08.2023 57:00

In this episode, Michelle and Zach record their first video podcast to rank their favorite games of all time as of 8/13/23. Who will win the game guessing each other's top 10?!

Episode 50: Between 2 Cities, Castles of Burgundy Special Edition, and Big Box Games 31.07.2023 51:34

In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their recent plays and big box games. Games mentioned: Downforce, Deception Murder in Hong Kong, Stuffed Fables, Smartphone Inc Mobile Markets, Between 2 Cities Essential Edition, Turing Machine, Takenoko, Castles of Burgundy Special Edition.

Episode 49: Fourth Down! Interview with designer Harrison Brooks 22.05.2023 39:22

In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss recent plays as well as interview Harrison Brooks, creator of Elevator Up and Fourth Down

Episode 48: Pendulum, Teotihuacan, Dollars to Donuts, MicroMacro Crime City 23.04.2023 1:00:02

In this episode Zach and Michelle talk about games they’ve played lately as as review Pendulum.

Episode 47: Consistency Quadropolis, Istanbul, Space Base 20.03.2023 40:43

Zach and Michelle discuss what’s been going on. Games mentioned: - [x] Istanbul - [x] Marvel Champions(with Brady) - [x] Santa Monica - [x] Trekking the World - [x] Dune Imperium - [x] Colorado games: Quacks and High Society - [x] Quadropolis - [x] Space Base - [x] War Chest

Episode 46: Games We Disagree On 17.01.2023 1:04:25

Michelle and Zach discuss the games they have divergent opinions on. Games mentioned: Heat: Pedal to the Metal, Azul, Next Station London.

Episode 45: Top Games of 2022 12.12.2022 55:51

In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their top games from 2022.

Episode 44: Planet Unknown, Wingspan Nesting Box, Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition 10.11.2022 35:57

In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their October highlighting Planet Unknown, Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition, and the Wingspan Nesting Box

Episode 43: Grand Austria Hotel, Cascadia, Marvel Remix 09.10.2022 57:20

In episode Michelle and Zach discuss their first board game convention experience and the games they’ve been playing lately

Episode 42: Welcome to the Moon, Paris expansion, KLASK! 29.08.2022 40:28

Michelle and Zach discuss life, Welcome to the Moon, and KLASK

Episode 41: Hot Take- Ark Nova, Dice Throne, Parks, Orleans 25.07.2022 39:31

In this episode Michelle and Zach have a hot take on Ark Nova and discuss their recent plays!

Episode 40: We’re Back!- Viticulture World, Kingdomino Origins, Azul: Queen’s Garden 11.07.2022 29:21

In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss why they’ve been on hiatus for 5 months as well as Viticulture World, Kingdomino Origins, and Azul Queen’s Garden

Episode 39: Juicy Fruits and Nidavellir 04.02.2022 40:47

This week Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays with highlights on Juicy Fruits and Nidavellir. Other games discussed: Feast for Odin, WesternLegends, Tapestry, Paladins of the West Kingdom, Splendor Marvel, Marvel United

Episode 38: Where We’ve Been and Best of 2021 31.12.2021 51:43

In this episode Zach and Michelle explain why they’ve been MIA the last 2 months then discuss their favorite games of 2021 (new to them)

Episode 37: Rawr and Write + Rolling Realms 25.10.2021 52:27

In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss the latest roll and writes: Rolling Realms and Dinosaur Island Rawr and Write. They also talk about their recent plays.

Episode 36: Don't Judge a Game by Its Cover! 04.10.2021 46:22

In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays as well as good games whose covers don't do them any favors. Games mentioned: Gnoming Around The Magnificient Lorenzo il Magnifico Ethnos Marvel Champions Castles of Burgundy Concordia Awkward Guests Century Golem Secret Hitler The Pursuit of Happiness Spirit Island Blood Rage Dead Men Tell No Tales

Episode 35: Feel Good Games 20.09.2021 52:19

This episode Zach and Michelle recap their recent games and discuss “feel good” games. Games mentioned: My City, The Magnificent, Teotihuacan, Welcome To, Red Rising, Queendomino, Marvel Champions, Underwater Cities, Wingspan, Santa Monica, Patchwork, and Meeple Land

Episode 34: Games that Make Us Feel Smart 23.08.2021 50:37

In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss the new Quacks of Quedlingburg expansion and other games in their recent plays. They also ponder games that make them feel smart. Games mentioned: Quacks of Quedlingburg Maracaibo Architects of the West Kingdom Tapestry Smartphone Inc Queendomino Azul Summer Pavilion Search for Planet X Paris le Cite de la Lumiere Tekhenu: Obelisk of the Sun Tiny Towns My...

Episode 33: Top 10 Games (2021) Ft. Matt and Sarah 10.08.2021 1:13:45

In this episode Zach and Michelle are joined by their good friends Matt and Sarah to discuss their Top 10 favorite games as of 2021

Episode 32: Shelf Update 26.07.2021 35:35

This week Michelle and Zach let you know their still alive by talking about their recent plays as well as an update on their shelf traffic.

Episode 31: Theme Vs Thematics 22.06.2021 1:11:30

In this episode Zach ambushes Michelle with a discussion over theme vs thematic gameplay. Games mentioned: Tekhenu Red Rising Star Wars Rebellion Castles of Madking Ludwig Duelosaur Island Near and Far Lorenzo il Magnifico Feast for Odin Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle

Episode 30: Relaxing Games 01.06.2021 51:42

In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their most recent plays then talk about relaxing games. Games mentioned: Azul Summer Pavilion Teotihuacan Overboss Castles of Burgundy My City Marvel United Orleans Dinner in Paris Dream Home Nova Luna Isle of Cats Wingspan Carcassonne Kingdomino Point Salad Welcome To