Ben Maddox

Five Games for Doomsday

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Five games for Doomsday is a show in which people are thrust into a cabin in the woods but can only take five of their games with them. Which will they choose? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support .

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Ben Maddox

Episodes

Long Haul 1983-Episode 0-Where am I? 13.12.2021 37:14

Patrick Cain. In this episode Ben creates his character and talks about the game. Support 5G4D here Buy Long Haul 1983 here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Isaac Vega 06.12.2021 1:27:07

This week’s guest is designer of Ashes and City of Remnants, Isaac Vega. We talk about growing up in the country, activism and starting a company but…which games did he choose? Support the show here Twilight Imperium Numenera Wingspan Imperial Settlers Fiasco Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Pacific Rails IncSample 04.12.2021 15:11

Ben and Steve play some trains. Hear the full episode at: 5G4D Patreon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Interview with designer Tim Hutchings 29.11.2021 31:16

After the sad demise of Martin Dufort, Ben sits down with the designer of the game, Tim Hutchings to find out how he came up with something so brilliant. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Keith Law 22.11.2021 1:23:29

This week's guest is baseball correspondent for The Athletic and board game reviewer for Paste Magazine, Keith Law. We talk about America's pastime, writing on board games, and new media...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Carcassonne 7 Wonders Wingspan Grand Austria Hotel Everdell Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--...

Episode 10-Death Comes Ripping 15.11.2021 33:35

After his greatest act of compassion, Martin succumbs to the inevitable. Support the show at: 5G4D Patreon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Oltree[SAMPLE] 14.11.2021 13:34

Listen to the full show at patreon.com/5g4d Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Jon Purkis 08.11.2021 1:18:54

This week's guest is the host of YouTube channel Actualol, Jon Purkis. We talk about his career in TV, the demands of being a full time YouTuber and what it's like to be a DJ...but which games did he choose? Support the show here A Game of Thrones (Second Edition) Las Vegas Codenames The Mind Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...

War Chest-A 5G4D Review 05.11.2021 7:35

Ben extolls the virtues of this wonderful abstract game. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Episode 9-After the Darkness,The Light! 31.10.2021 39:03

Martin, the vampire, finds a refuge and loses it in the space of thirty minutes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Dan Thurot 18.10.2021 1:21:52

My guest this week is the man behind the reviewing juggernaut that is Space Biff, Dan Thurot. We talk about Mormonism, volunteering and board games as art...but which games did he choose? A Study in Emerald Oath Space Alert Omen: A Reign of War Fire in the Lake Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show her...

Essen '21-Day Five 17.10.2021 1:22:40

It the last day of the show and we're still alive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Essen 21-Day Four 16.10.2021 50:25

The fact that I can still do this today is a testament to my bloody mindedness! Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Essen '21 Day Three 15.10.2021 45:30

A shorter one today as I'm cream crackered but still full of great stuff. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Essen 21 Day Two 14.10.2021 1:31:47

Ben and Steve brave the halls of Essen '21. God it's good to be back. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Essen '21-Day One 13.10.2021 1:00:10

Ben and Steve arrive at Essen and meet some of the notables. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Episode 8-Inspiration and Deformation 12.10.2021 31:52

In this episode our "hero" meets an old adversary and inspires someone to pick up a quill. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Praga Caput Regni[SAMPLE] 09.10.2021 13:31

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Dominic Crapuchettes 04.10.2021 1:10:46

This week's guest is former pro magic player and owner of North Star Games, Dominic Crapuchettes. We talk about captaining an Alaskan fishing boat, playing Magic for money and not going bankrupt...but which games did he choose? Support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Tichu: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/215/tichu Manhattan Project: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/63628/ma...

Harz Part Two[SAMPLE] 02.10.2021 6:41

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Voices from the Solitude-Vaccines with Max Davie 29.09.2021 55:44

Ben sits down with Dr Max Davie and talks vaccines, their benefits, dangers and why they are necessary. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Berlin Con Impressions 28.09.2021 48:44

Ben went to his first Con since the pandemic started, Berlin Brettspiel Con! He talks to gamers, organisers and celebs! Get on it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

Episode Seven-The Hazards of Love 26.09.2021 40:22

In this episode our undead protagonist falls in love and meets some fairies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support . Support the show here

War Chest[SAMPLE] 25.09.2021 13:15

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Andreas Odendahl 20.09.2021 1:30:07

Andreas Odendahl. We talk about growing up pin Germany, being a carer and his love of animals...but which games did he choose? Support the show here:http://patreon.com/5g4d Race for the Galaxy: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/28143/race-galaxy Underwater Cities: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/247763/underwater-cities Lost Ruins of Arnak: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/312484/lost-r...