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Five Games for Doomsday

590 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★★ - 57 ratings

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?

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Episodes

5G4D Classics-Mark Herman

September 02, 2022 20:40 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

In this classic episode of 5G4D I interview a bona fide living legend, Mark Herman. He talks about war game design and being Edward Snowden's boss. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Trajan[SAMPLE]

August 30, 2022 17:28 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

Ben and Steve travel through the Pax Romana and get confused by bowls. Listen to the full episode at patreon.com/5g4d Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

News-The President of GAMA Episode

August 26, 2022 11:55 - 1 hour - 82.3 MB

In this episode we have an interview with the new president of The Games Manufacturers Association, Frank West. We speak to Tim Kulynych of Sir Meeple, thank the new patrons and answer your questions. This is the tippy top of NEWS! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Battle Report!!-Carnegie[SAMPLE]

August 24, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

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Colostle-Chapter Six-Breaking the Machine

August 22, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

In this episode, Jayne and Ronald meet a stranger who feeds them but are his intentions pure? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Thoughts on Writing

August 19, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB

You should be writing, here's why. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

My Father's Work

August 15, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Ben and Steve sit down and make some bodies move when they play My Father's Work. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Caesar

August 12, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

SPOILER ALERT-In this free episode of the Battle Report, Steve destroys Ben and it descends into a chat about losing in games! Get on it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Colostle-Chapter Five-A Stairway to the Clouds

August 08, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

In this episode, Jayne manages to escape with the relic but at the expanse of some cracked ribs and escapes up a huge staircase to the clouds. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Voices From the Solitude-Nick Smith

August 05, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

In this episode of Voices from the Solitude we get an update from the owner of board game cafe, The Ludoquist. We discuss life after lockdown and the health of the industry. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Thoughts on Components

August 01, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MB

In the return of an old series, Ben talks about the physical expansion of games. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

5G4D News Episode 4

July 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

In this episode of the 5G4D News Ben and Steve talk a load of old tosh but we have an exclusive interview with Martin Wallace on his new game and his new company!   Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Squaring Circleville[SAMPLE]

July 27, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MB

Ben and Steve get their plumb bobs out and indulge in some town planning.  Listen to the full show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Colostle-Chapter Four-Fleeing the Desert

July 25, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

In this episode Jayne finds his strength in the desert and gets some more information about his unique rookling friend.    Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Jerry Hawthorne

July 18, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MB

Colostle-Chapter 3-The Mayor's Mansion

July 11, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

C. Thi Nguyen

July 04, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 88.2 MB

This week's guest is philospher and gamer C.Thi Nguyen. We talk about food, criticism and the purpose of philosophy...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Modern Art Root The Quiet Year Apocalypse World Imperial Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Battle Report-The Bloody Inn[SAMPLE]

June 29, 2022 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MB

You can listen to the rest if this show and a metric truck load of bonus content by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/5g4d Thanks for listening. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Colostle-Chapter 2-The Alchemist's News

June 27, 2022 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

5G4D News Episode 3

June 24, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In this episode of the news, Steve and Ben welcome some people to the compound, shill some shirts and answer your questions. All this from the best news network around. Support the show here Support our sponsor here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Brett Gilbert

June 20, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MB

This week's guest is designer of Divinare and Mandala, Brett Gilbert. We discuss attending Oxbridge, winning a game contest and working with partners...but which game did he choose?  Support the show here All Change  Super Cluedo Challenge Carcassonne  Just One  Mandala  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Colostle-Chapter One-Honest John's Camp

June 13, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MB

An der Havel

June 10, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Ben and Steve get out of the city.   Listen to the whole show at https://www.patreon.com/5g4d   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Corey Konieszka

June 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

This week's guest is Fantasy Flight Games veteran and designer of Battlestar Galactica, Corey Konieszka. We discuss working at FFG, dealing with beloved franchises and being your own boss...but which games did he choose? Support the show here   Dungeons and Dragons Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition  Magic: The Gathering  Crokinole  Poker  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Ex Libris[SAMPLE]

June 05, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

Ben and Steve tackle this forgotten gem.  You can hear the full episode by going here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

5G4D News!-Episode 2

May 25, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

The Colostle-Episode One

May 23, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

In his new solo RPG series Ben explores The Colostle. A huge castle containing the whole world!  Find The Colostle at: https://www.colostle.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Broom Service[SAMPLE]

May 22, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Steve and Ben tackle the classic KSdJ winner, Broom Service. Hear the whole show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

David Thompson

May 15, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MB

This week's guest is designer of Undaunted and War Chest, David Thompson. We talk about growing up in the south, being in the air force and verisimilitude in games...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Dungeons and Dragons 13 Days El Grande 1754: Conquest – The French and Indian War  War Chest  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Long Haul 1983-Episode 10-Sean Patrick Cain

May 09, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

In this episode I talk to the designer of Long Haul 1983, Sean Patrick Cain. We discuss everything from gaming to land rights and back to gaming again. Enjoy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Paris[SAMPLE]

May 04, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Ben and Steve walk through the streets of Paris.  Listen to the full show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

James Hewitt

May 02, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MB

My guest this week is ex Games Workshop designer, James Hewitt. We talk working in the world's biggest game company, starting your own business and ADHD...but which games did he choose?   Support the show here Stronghold Frosthaven Under Falling Skies Doppelt so Clever Galaxy Trucker Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

5G4D News Episode 1

April 27, 2022 10:30 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

On this first episode of the 5G4D news, Ben and Steve discuss new patreon backers, the Golden Geeks, a gorgeous new t-shirt and Ben's upcoming appearance on The Dice Tower. Get informed! Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Long Haul 1983-Episode 9-To The Sea

April 25, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Alan loses his truck and a whole lot more besides. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Steve Kimball

April 18, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

My guest this week is Minister without Portfolio at Asmodee North America, Steve Kimball. We talk about growing up in the LDS Church, working for Asmodee and squeamish themes…but which games did he choose? Support the show here Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation The Crew Ironsworn Pandemic Legacy: Season 0 Marvel United Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Long Haul 1983-Episode 8-It Seemed Out of the Battle I Escaped.mp3

April 11, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Massive Leiria Con Interview Show

April 08, 2022 10:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Listen to Ben get progressively more tired and emotional as he interviews the great and good at this year's Leiria Con. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Beth Erikson

April 04, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB

My guest this week is the marketing manager for Pegasus Spiele US, Beth Erikson. We talk about the world of books, how it differs to games and Doctor Who...but which games did she choose? Support the show here   The Mind Just One Parks Cascadia A Game of Thrones Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Massive Pre-Leiria Con Travel Diary

April 01, 2022 14:54 - 1 hour - 78.9 MB

Ben and Steve head out to Lisbon to see what the city has to offer before making their way across Portugal in this epic pre-Leiria Con journey. Join them and see how not to do it! This episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20 % off and free shipping by going to MANSCAPED.COM/DOOMSDAY. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Long Haul 1983-Episode 7-A Flood of Recollection

March 28, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Alan recalls the past and makes a decision about the future.  Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

The King's Dilemma-Episode Four

March 25, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Curt Covert

March 20, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

In this week's episode I talk to the head of Smirk and Dagger, Curt Covert. We talk about playing Axis and Allies in Hollywood, take that and why deckbuilders are great...but which games did he choose?  Support the show here Clank The Quacks of Quedlinburg Chess Red7 SHOBU Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Long Haul 1983-Episode 6-Transformation

March 14, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

In this episode of Long Haul 1983, Alan gets some sleep and sees his future on sharp focus.   Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Monte Cook

March 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

This week's guest is RPG legend, Monte Cook. We talk about his time in TSR, designing D&D and being your own boss...but which games did he choose? Support the show here   A Deck of Cards Chess Dungeons and Dragons The Cypher System Invisible Sun Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Kemet[SAMPLE]

March 05, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB

Ben and Steve get sand in their flip-flops when they tackle the classic comabat game, Kemet.  Listen to the full show and hundreds of hours of bonus content by supporting the show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

A Few Thoughts on Ukraine

March 01, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.73 MB

I had some thoughts on the current situation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Episode 5-New Friends

February 28, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Alan is forced to stop and realises he's not alone... Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Patreon Thanks Ep2

February 23, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MB

Ben got the Covid! We have a chat about that then thank some new patrons. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Julie Ahern

February 21, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

This week's guest is the COO of Greenbrier Games, Julie Ahern. We talk about her life in the theatre, working for a shock jock and running a games company...but which games did she choose?   Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Heaven and Ale[SAMPLE]

February 19, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

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