David Walsh & Grant Thompson

Card Talk

Games EN ↓ 370 episodes

Dave Walsh, Grant Thompson and Ted Banach spend a few minutes each podcast discussing the cards from Lord of the Rings: The Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games.

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David Walsh & Grant Thompson

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Games

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Latest episode

May 22, 2025

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Episodes

The Shirefolk 31.08.2022

An easy way to lower threat, if you play hobbits. Like, all hobbits! Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/08/23/the-shirefolk/ Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Halfling Determination 16.08.2022

This card is a good example of the buffs that Hobbits get in the game. Make's the archetype fun and increases it's power. Check out the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/08/16/halfling-determination/ Become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Dwarven Tomb 09.08.2022

Here's a card that was popular, but we don't see it as often anymore. Maybe with the surge in new players, it'll get some new life. Check out the blog! https://www.cardtalk2018.com Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Hobbit Cloak 26.07.2022

A defense boost to Hobbits that doesn't take up a restricted slot? Yes, please! Check out the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/07/26/hobbit-cloak/ Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Fellowship of the Ring 19.07.2022

It's only our second Fellowship sphere card we've ever done.  And it's only me behind the microphone.  Hope you enjoy.   Check out the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/07/19/fellowship-of-the-ring/   Become a patron:  https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Ally Quickbeam 13.07.2022

Arguably the best and definitely the strongest lore ally in the game. We love Quickbeam! Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/07/05/quickbeam/ Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Drinking Song 28.06.2022

What a great way to ring in the summer! Drinking song, that amazing 0 cost lore event that helps you get the cards you need in your deck. Check out the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/06/28/drinking-song/ Become a patron: https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Tactics Pippin Ally 22.06.2022

This card gives players an option for hobbit fellowship decks and another option when playing Tom Cotton. Only one of those we mention in the show. Check out the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/06/21/pippin-ally/ Become a patron: https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Honour Guard 16.06.2022

This card is pretty good in lots of decks. Does that make him a staple card in the game? I don't know if I'd go that far. Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/06/15/honour-guard/ Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Curious Brandybuck 31.05.2022

This card is a curious one for sure! Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Bill the Pony 24.05.2022

Join us for our conversation surrounding one of the top two pony-traited cards in the game. Check out the blog: https://cardtalk2018.com/2022/05/24/bill-the-pony/ Become a patron: https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Guest Host Joe Holme AKA The Purple Wizard 18.05.2022

I invited Joe on the show several years ago and I am finally making good on that promise. In this episode we talk about the Leadership card, Reinforcements. Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

The Great Hunt 11.05.2022

In this episode, Dave and Grant talk about the Great Hunt. It has its limitations, but it sure is fun to play when it hits the board! Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Guest Host Matthew Dempsey 26.04.2022

One of the hosts of the Progression Series and a quarter of the Grey Company Podcast, Matthew Dempsey makes good on his promise to come on the show. Today, we talk about Gwaihir, the Windlord himself. Check out the blog: https://www.cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Gleowine 13.04.2022

A very good card in early card pools, especially for multiplayer. But how does the card hold up over time? Check out the blog at https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron at https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Erebor Hammersmith 05.04.2022

One of the go-to cards in the core set. This craftsmen has great stats *and* a great ability. Those make this a pretty strong card, regardless of the size of your card pool. Check out our blog! https://www.cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://www.patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Guest Host Tyler Parrott 29.03.2022

A HUGE thank you to Tyler for taking time out of his day to come on the show. He tells us all the inside information about the new Angmar Awakens release and most everything else. He said he would be willing to come back on the show, and we have to because he has way too more to share!! Check out our blog! https://www.cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://www.patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Horseback Archer 22.03.2022

It's Horseback Archer. Yeah, that's about it. Check out the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Wrap-up of New Player February 15.03.2022

The guys review the past month (and a little into March) and all the stuff going on with Card Talk. There's a contest! CLICK HERE to enter -- https://forms.gle/1nwXgzXMfxFubBEg9 Check out our blog: https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron: https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Designer Caleb Grace Talks Revised Core Set 08.03.2022

Caleb joins us yet again to talk about the Revised Core Set. We even have a special guest at the end of the show. Interesting stuff! And did I hear that there may be a Gencon scenario? I hope he was serious! Check us on the blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Designer Jeremy Zwirn Talks Revised Core Set 01.03.2022

This show has a little something for everyone. Whether you are a veteran of the game or you are a new player, you will likely find some really interesting content with this interview with Jeremy Zwirn. Check out our blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018

Deck Building, Part 2 (with the Revised Core Set) 26.02.2022

Dave and Matt Continue talking about deck building, specifically using the revised core set as the basis of the conversation. Check out our blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Deck Building (with the Revised Core Set) 23.02.2022

Ever wonder what to you need to consider when building decks as a new player? Matt and Dave tackle deck building with a severely limited card pool and for new players, this is a great place to start if you are unsure about how to approach deck building for the game. Check out our blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

The Refresh Phase and Tips, Tricks, and Reminders 18.02.2022

The final phase of the round is fairly straightforward. But we also discuss some things to keep in mind as you play the game. Check out our blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron! https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

Combat Phase 16.02.2022

Maybe the most fun phase of the game. Join us as we talk about how the combat phase works and how certain cards, keywords and triggers play out in what is widely considered the most action packed phase of the game. We have a blog! https://cardtalk2018.com Become a patron: https://patreon.com/cardtalk2018  

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