Thespokentoken's podcast

Under the Hood:  We roll up our sleeves and talk about games from the perspective of their mechanics! The mechanisms that are present and cover what some of the buzzwords may mean.    Rallyman GT By Jean-Christophe Bouvier Published by Holy Grail Games Released in 2020 A deeper look - We pick a game (each) and do a deeper dive into the title. Not a review but speaking to the mechanics of it, NOTIN...

Solo Flight (On the table) - We will examine what the game is like when played, to personify that experience, cover angles and what to expect from the title: components, setting, rules and the overall atmosphere.    This Episode Wreckland Run By Scott Almes Published by Renegade Game Studios Released in 2022.   Points to hit: Rules - This covers everything in the Rule book from setup to actually c...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Game Time! : Our Hosts will place any general gaming topic in this slot as they see fit! So it may be a new release, PSA etc. if it's Gaming related, and it's time to talk about it, it's GAME TIME!   This time Alex talks about...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!    Summer of Games Theme 2023 Summer Speedway - We focus on Racing themed games in all forms!   First Impressions – We talk about the first time with a title, from the acquisition to the first look, to the first play and deliver...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Grand Designs - Talk to  Designers about the process and what is their recent projects This time we welcome Tom Sturdevant Designer of Q-less about his wonderful life Journey and Games!   Summer Of Games Game choice: Our Hosts...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome! Talk: Earth Designed by Maxime Tardif Published by Inside Up Games Released in 2023 . Summer Of Games 2023 Edition!   Theme: Summer Speedway - We focus on Racing themed games in all forms!   First Impressions – We talk about the...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!    Beyond the Box - Sleeves, Mats, Dice, customized. This time Deep dive into the current state of Hobby Board Game assisting accessories! Covered: Gamegenic Token SIlo Ultra Pro Sleeves: Pro Mattes Eclipse   Dragon Shields   Fo...

Special Guest - Cythnia Wallace!   Topic - Miniatures Painting.   Marvel Crisis Protocol Designed by Will Pagani , Will Shick Published by Atomic Mass Games Released in 2019   Links:  Iron Brush Murals Speed Paint Podstudio1   BGG       Music:  As always from the amazing community of gifted musicians, arrangers, and composers over at ocremix.org go visit and support them for the full project and s...

On the table, Solo (Solo Flight) - We will examine what the game is like when played, to personify that experience, cover angles and what to expect from the title: components, setting, rules and the overall atmosphere. Noting any difficulty in obtaining said titles where applicable. Points to hit: Rules - This covers everything in the Rule book from setup to actually communicating what you are doi...

Nashville Tabletop day 2023!   Open: Reason for the show - ITTD History and background. Discussion about why we think it's important, and a wonderful day!  Share resources on air about how to get involved. Speak to our local host Andy Matthews of Meeple Mountain.   Getting to know you - We look at certain boardgame related topics and explore strategies for getting involved. ITTD and conventions, s...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Talk about BGA.   The Name on the Box - Favorite board game by designer. We go through a list of our personal top designers, covering a few titles that personify why we love them, then we name our personal favorite of their des...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!   Elephant In the Room  - Topics that HAVE to be talked about. This time we briefly touch on where we have been, and why. Also the apology for missing out on notifying everyone that we would be away and a sincere thank you for s...

Introduction and purpose: Here we set up the episode and say what sets it apart by identifying it as a KS preview.   Game Preview:  Larry - Full set up and how to play. Highlights: Talk about their experience with the game and give overall thoughts: Larry    Alex   Links:  Podstudio1   Weird Giraffe Games     Music:  As always from the amazing community of gifted musicians, arrangers, and composer...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Freedom the underground railroad   July 27th contest deadline for Taboo board game subjects!  Host Hotseat; What's your Genre'? -  In this segment the hosts pick a Genre and give some highlights and really share why they like i...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  What's new - (Kickstarter) What's new with Us.   Alex: Corinth , Dungeon Drop , Moonrakers , Smartphone Inc ., Oath   Larry:  Motor City: A strategic engine-building roll and write game! , Ironsworn: Starforged   League of Dung...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Summer of Games VI Kickoff!! First Impressions – We talk about the first time with a title, from the acquisition to the first look, to the first play and deliver thoughts on the show.    Larry -  Origins 2022 / Foundations of R...

Links:  Podstudio1   BGG     Music:   As always from the amazing community of gifted musicians, arrangers, and composers over at ocremix.org go visit and support them for the full project and so much more amazing music!   Outro :  De Nuit / by mv feat. Jeff Ball Original Track - The Phantom Forest Album - Final Fantasy VI: Balance and Ruin Project Page - Final Fantasy VI: Balance and Ruin | OC ReM...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Stars of Akarios (Alex) Sneak  Ark Nova Under the Hood:   We roll up our sleeves and talk about games from the perspective of their mechanics! The mechanisms that are present and cover what some of the buzzwords may mean.    Su...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!    Not just Good, but SUPER Good - Top 3 lists themed by genre this time: Favorite Art from a game artist   Alex :  Artist - Beth Sobel   Art LOTR The Card Game Wingspan Arboretum    Larry Artist -  Kwanchai Moriya   Art Galaxy...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  First Impressions – We talk about the first time with a title, from the acquisition to the first look, to the first play and deliver thoughts on the show.  Alex - Isle of cats Explore and Draw By Frank West Published by The Cit...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  First Impressions – We talk about the first time with a title, from the acquisition to the first look, to the first play and deliver thoughts in writing and on the show.    Alex B - Batman Gotham City Chronicles By Frédéric Hen...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Show Statement - In some cases, like this episode, we may have a special quest or situation that calls for just a bit of a call out. In these special times we have of course created a segment, precisely titled show statement, t...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  Game Life - We talk about the reality of hobby boardgaming integrating into our everyday lives. Larry is moving, really moving! We get into some things that a gamer may face as they prepare for a new place to call home!    Firs...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, W Under the Hood:   We roll up our sleeves and talk about games from the perspective of their mechanics! The mechanisms that are present and cover what some of the buzzwords may mean.    This Time: Dungeon Crawls   Some Characteristics o...

Intro Banter - This is the (mostly) unscripted intro to the show! We catch up, play games, talk about games that perhaps did not make the main show, and just gab, Welcome!  New Look at the Old, Old Look at the New - Our Annual look back / Look ahead show, where we cover games and trends from the past year. And talk about our hopes and aspirations for the year to come, in Gaming! Games:     Larry G...