Official Sheffield Board Gamers Podcast.
…
continue reading

1
Podcast Episode 65 - Favourite Games
1:06:20
1:06:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:06:20This month, Rick is joined by Tom C and Paula to chat about games we've played recently. We then talk about favourite games. Games discussed - German Whist Molly House Raccoon Tycoon Battle Line Heat Plus many more! Thumnail from Riffle, Shuffle & Roll https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2SYuTC3lssBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Podcast Episode 64 - Rules Mistakes in board games
46:14
46:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:14In this episode, Rick is joined by Samuel and we chat about some of the games we have recently played. Then we talk about rules mistakes in games. Games discussed - Charcuterie Unconscious Mind Root FishingBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 63 - UK Games Expo Preview 2025
1:08:11
1:08:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:11Rick and Tom Lovewell chat about board games we have been playing recently. Then we talk about the upcoming UK Games Expo 2025. Games discussed - Treasure Island Faraway Gloomhaven Rise of MolochBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 62 - Airecon 2025 Harrogate Special
1:04:43
1:04:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:43Rick, Tom C and Lizzy chat about Airecon 2025 and the games we played while there. Games discussed - Furnace Interbellum Castle Combo Terra Nova Ironwood Forest Shuffle Phantom InkBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Podcast Episode 61 - Themes in board games
45:51
45:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:51This month Rick and Samuel chat about board games we have played recently then we discuss theme in board games. Games discussed this month- Startups Noggin The Witcher Moon Colony BlloodbathBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Podcast Episode 60 - Painting Miniatures
1:11:01
1:11:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:11:01In episode 60, Rick and Lizzy chat about the board games we have been recently playing. We have a 2024 round up and then talk about painting miniatures. Games discussed - Cthulu Death May Die Conservas Harmonies Ancient Knowledge AgemoniaBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Podcast Episode 59 - Board Game Reprints, Renames and Rethemes
48:34
48:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:34In this episode, Rick and Tom Coldron chat about the board games we have been playing recently. We then have a chat about games which have been reprinted, but with different names and themes. Games discussed - Pandemic Hot Zone Thurn and Taxis Waterfall ParkBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Board Games Episode 58 - Game Variants
1:08:14
1:08:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:14Rick, Tom Lovewell and Tom Coldron chat about the games we have played recently. Then we have a discussion about game variants. Games discussed - Joyride - Survival of the Fastest River of Gold Harmonies Camel Up Windmill ValleyBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick and Tom chat about board games we have been playing recently and we also talk about our visit to Airecon NW Manchester. Games discussed - Slay the Spire That Escalated Quickly Wandering Towers Waterfall ParkBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Gamers Podcast 56 - Gaia Project Expansion and Manorcon 2024
1:02:48
1:02:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:48Rick is joined by Tom Lovewell and Sam Stringer, who has played the new Gaia Project expansion, Lost Fleet. We chat about what other games we have been playing and Sam tells us about Manorcon 2024. Games Discussed - Gaia Project + Lost Fleet Bitoku Fractured Sky Tiny Epic Dungeons Space Station Phoenix…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 55 - UK Games Expo 24 Review
1:08:47
1:08:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:47Rick is joined by Samuel and Tom L who have been to the UK Games expo this year. We also chat about games we've played recently - Web of Spies The White Castle Sidequest:Nemesis Mists Of Carcassonne Harmonies Trio Shadows of Kilforth That's Not A Hat!By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick and special guest Dom chat about board games. Dom then give us his top 10 and bottom 10 mechanisms in games! Games discussed - Little Town Bites Saga of the Northmen Ransom NotesBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick and Tom Coldron chat about boardgames then Tom talks about Airecon 2024 in Harrogate. Games discussed - Sheriff of Nottingham Dixit Food Chain Magnate Trajan HanamakojiBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick is joined by Tom Lovewell and Tom Coldron to chat about the games we have been playing recently. We then talk about our first steps into the gaming hobby. Games discussed - Ticket to Ride - Legends of the West (No spoilers!) Aurum Chimera Seasons Doctor Who - Time of the Daleks Doctor Who - Battle For The Universe…
…
continue reading

1
Rick and Traceys top 10 board games of all time
28:53
28:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:53Rick lists his top 10 board games of all time. He also goes through Traceys top 10 favourites.By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Before we started the Podcast, we recorded a few test episodes which were never released. Here is a clip from 'Episode 0' where Sam S, Rick and Tom C chat about games we played - all the way back in 2019! This is a short mini-episode to celebrate our main full length Podcast reaching 50 epsiodes long.…
…
continue reading
In this bonus episode, Tom L tells us about the best Skirmish/War/Miniature games currently on the market. He makes some recommendations for all abilities and price levels. Tom’s top 10 info If I was buying a miniature game for christmas - what would I buy? Criteria - The rules and dedicated miniatures must be available to buy for Christmas 2023 an…
…
continue reading
This is an extra bonus episode in celebration of our 50th Anniversary podcast episode. In this mini episode, Rick chats to club member Phil about one of his other hobbies, speedrunning. Links - https://tasvideos.org/ https://www.speedrun.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2k69KENvQNc1FTObM5uGlgBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 50 - Anniversary Epic Special
2:00:14
2:00:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:00:14We are now 50 episodes old! Thank you to all our listeners for keeping us going! In this episode, Rick, Samuel, Tom L and Tom C all chat about the board games we have been playing recently. Then we chat about our favourite video games. Games discussed - Rome In A Day Zooloretto Red Cathedral Blue Moon City San Marco Oathsworn Meadow Spots The L Gam…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 49 - The Golden Age of Board Games
1:00:17
1:00:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:17Rick and Tom Lovewell chat about some of the games we have been playing this month. Then we talk about the Golden Age of Board Gaming. Games discussed - Lancaster Big Box Expeditions Flash Point Fire Rescue Stone AgeBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
This month, Tom and Rick discuss some games we have been playing. We then chat about "Bucket List" games - games we want to (or should!) have played! Games discussed - Fallout the Board Game 5211 A Game About Selecting Seven Cards Speedily Searching for Synergies Via Nebula Fair Means of FoulBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Podcast Episode 47 - Campaign Games
1:04:55
1:04:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:55Rick, Samuel and Tom L discuss games we have been playing recently. We then chat about Campaign games. Games discussed - Ankh Brass Lancaster Dice Throne Adventures The Quest for El Dorado Champions! Whirling WitchcraftBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick and Tom C discuss some games we have been playing recently. We then have a chat about "Cute" games. Games discussed - Sorcerer City Sushi Go Party! Boop Paint the RosesBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 45 -UK Games Expo 2023 Special
1:09:01
1:09:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:01Rick, Lizzy and Tom L discuss some board games we have been playing recently. Lizzy and Tom chat about the UK Games Expo. Games discussed - Starlink Ra Indiana Jones : Sands of Adventure Lorcana Snap Ship Tactics Beast Books of TimeBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 44 - Everybody Wins and Spiel Des Jahres Nominees.
1:04:27
1:04:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:27Rick and Samuel discuss some of the games we have been playing. Then Samuel talks about a book by James Wallace called Everybody Wins which leads into a discussion of the "Spiel Des Jahres" German Board Game awards. Games discussed - Tapestry Earth Dead Mans Draw Mysterium ParkBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Gamers Podcast Episode 43 - Travel Games
1:02:28
1:02:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:28Rick, Lizzy and Tom L chat about board games we've played then we discuss travel games. Games discussed - Oltree Cat in the Box Captain Sonar Cult - Choose Your God Wisely!By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick is joined by Lizzy and Tom C to chat about board games we have been playing lately. Then Lizzy and Tom tell us about Airecon 2023. Games discussed - It's a Wonderful World Fields of Green Coffee RoasterBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick, Samuel and Tom discuss some games we have been playing recently. We then chat about some bad experiences when we didn't enjoy playing games! Games discussed - Ready Set Bet Skyjo Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle Heat - Pedal to the Metal Ra ArkosaBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick and Tom discuss some games we have played recently, then we talk about the top 25 played games in 2022, according to Board Game Geek. Games discussed - Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza Selfish Zombie Undaunted Silver & Gold Gloomhaven- Jaws of the LionBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Tom C, Tom L and Rick chat about loads of games we have been playing recently. Then we talk about Christmas Party games. Games discussed - Battletech Ark Nova Barenpark Planted Caverna Cartographers Isle of CatsBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick and Lizzy discuss some board games we have been playing. Then we chat about dice in games. Games discussed - Spire's End : Hildegard King of Tokyo Lords of WaterdeepBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 37 - Tabletop Gaming Live ’22
1:01:35
1:01:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:35In this episode, Rick Tom and Samuel talk about some of the games we have played this month. Then we chat about our visit to Tabletop Gaming Live in Manchester. Games discussed - Wonderland's War Glow Great Western Trail (2nd Edition) Las Vegas ByzanzBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 36 - Board games which require apps
1:06:43
1:06:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:06:43Rick and Lizzy discuss some of the games we have played recently at the club. We then have a chat about the pros and cons of board games which require an app to play. Games discussed - After the Empire Spirit Island Castles of Mad King LudwigBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick is joined by Tom C and Tom L to talk about board games. We talk about the games we have played recently then we ask the question - why would you come to a board game club? Games discussed - Space Base Akropolis Viticulture Saboteur Royal VisitBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
Rick, Lizzy and special guest Pauly G discuss board games we have been playing recently. Paul and Lizzy then tells us all about Android Netrunner card game. Other games discussed - Cascadia Ark Nova The King's Dilemma Links - https://nisei.net/ https://netrunnerdb.com/ https://alwaysberunning.net/tournaments/3309/uk-nationals-2022-main-event…
…
continue reading
Rick, Tom and Lizzy chat about board games and Tom and Lizzy talk about their experiences at the UK Games Expo 2022! Games discussed - Voices in my Head Orchard So You've Been Eaten Switch & SignalBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 32 - Heavy Games and Co-ops
1:00:50
1:00:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:50Rick, Samuel and Tom discuss some of the games we have played recently, which includes some heavy games and some co-operative games. We then chat about our game collections and how we decide which games to get rid of (if any!) Games discussed - Food Chain Magnate Power Grid Kanban The Captain Is Dead Atlantis Rising Alien - Fate of the Nostromo Hor…
…
continue reading
This month we are doing something a bit different, a 'deep dive' on just one game, Ticket to Ride. Rick is joined by guests Ollie and Elizabeth. We talk about the expansions, what we like (what we don't like!), and then we finish with strategies and tips for playing. Whether you are a super fan or have never played before, this episode is packed wi…
…
continue reading
This month, Rick and Tom discuss some games we have played recently. Then Tom tells us about the Playtest sessions which are hosted by the Treehouse Board Games Cafe. Games discussed - Furnace Terraforming Mars - Ares Expedition New York SliceBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Episode 29 - Narrative Games and Kickstarters
52:02
52:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:02In this episode, Rick and Lizzy talk about the board games we have been playing recently and Lizzy tells us about some narrative games she's been playing. We then have a chat about Kickstarter and some upcoming projects. Games discussed - Tainted Grail Sleeping Gods Fields of Green Bloody Inn.By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Episode 28 - Games From 2012
51:40
51:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:40In this episode, Samuel and Rick discuss our recently played board games. We talk about Space Base, Scythe, Hadrian's Wall and Agricola - All Creatures Big and Small. We then chat about games which were released in 2012 - 10 years ago!By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Episode 27 - Christmas Family Games
59:07
59:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:07In this episode, Tom Lovewell tells us about his visit to Chance & Counters Cafe in Bristol, Tom Coldron and Rick talk about games we have played at the club and finally we discuss our favourite family games to play at Christmas. Games discussed - Clank in Space! 7 Wonders: Architects Tramways Samurai Keyforge…
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Podcast Episode 26 - City Building
54:23
54:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:23In this episode, Rick, Tom C and Samuel chat about games we have played recently. We talk about Four Gardens, Iki, Dominations: Road to Civilization and Nova Luna. We then talk about our favourite city-building board games.By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
This month, Rick and Tom Lovewell from Redwell Games chat about board games. We talk about Exit the Game: The Sacred Temple, So Clover, Forbidden Island, Subatomic and Kill Team V2. We also have a chat about gifting board games.By sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading
This month Rick and Samuel discuss some games we have played recently. Then we talk about the top 3 games which we first played at the club, which really impressed us! We talk about - Ticket to Ride - 25th Anniversary Edition Aquatica Cosmic Frog OceansBy sheffieldboardgamers
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Podcast Episode 23
39:28
39:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:28Tom Coldron and Tom Lovewell both attended the UK Games Expo this year so they discuss the games on show and talk about the experience of attending. We talk about lots of games including Die of the Dead (Radical 8 Games) Wee Whimsical Creatures (Stuff by Bez) Magnate (James Naylor) Sandwich Masters (Big Punch Studios) The Pyramid of Khufu (Fenrir G…
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Podcast Episode 22
33:44
33:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:44Rick talks to the Steel City Snufflegators! A group of enthusiastic Keyforge players based in Sheffield, I talk to Simon, James and Pete about the game, gaming in Sheffield and their online and offline group. Youtube link https://youtube.com/channel/UCO-Mb2Qm0ETSptY6eejrVpA Podcast link https://anchor.fm/captain-keyforge…
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Podcast Episode 21
1:07:28
1:07:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:07:28Tom Coldron, Tom Lovewell and Rick chat about board games. We talk about Kickstarters Pilfering Pandas and the Isle of Cats expansion. We talk about games we have played recently including Search for Planet X, Stuffed Fables, Chronicles of Crime (1900 and 1400!) and The Fugitive. Then we have a chat about abstract games.…
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Podcast Episode 20
1:12:14
1:12:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:14Rick is joined by Tom Lovewell and Tom Coldron. We discuss games we have played recently which include Ticket to Ride, Lost Ruins of Arnak, Tak, Zombie Teenz Evolution, Battletech (Mechwarrior) and Carnegie. We also have a tongue-in-cheek discussion about the worst board games in our collections, and Tom C gives us an impromptu Train Drivers quiz! …
…
continue reading

1
Sheffield Board Games Club Podcast Episode 19
43:12
43:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:12This month, Rick is joined by special guest Matt from the Board Game Bollocks Youtube channel. We talk about the hard work which goes into making videos, and we talk about games we have played recently which are Cyclades, Rococo, Builders Duel and Isle of Cats. We also chat about our favourite dexterity games. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJpdY…
…
continue reading