Meeple Minded
207 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 248 ratingsWelcome everyone to the Meeple minded podcast. This show is for all of you Tabletop hobby lovers out there. We will be talking about all things gaming from board, card, wargames and role play games. And may even just the odd episode of other nerdy topics that we love. Along with our man in the newsroom bringing you all the latest news, Crowdfunding campaigns & Events we think you need to know about.SOOOOO if you like any type of tabletop game, Meeple Minded is the podcast for you.
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Ep 177 Is crowdfunding still worth it?
April 09, 2024 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBOn this weeks episode our two resident crowdfunding "junkies" Antman & Jason are having a chat to discuss if its really still worth buying games through the crowdfunding route. They talk about how the system has somewhat changed over the years, all the things you used to get, and more so what you get now. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platform...
Ep 176 Paging Dr HE.R.O
April 02, 2024 05:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this weeks episode its all things casualty in Holby city (ok no more old UK tv show names I promise) as the boys Antman, James & Jason attempt to complete there first nightshift on the ward of a hospital having recently become qualified doctors. It sounds scary we know but don't worry as its not real life as the boys have been Playing the hospital management game HE.R.O by eely river games. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and m...
Ep 175 Top 5 Games We Played as Kids
March 26, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBOn this weeks show, the terrible trio James, Antman & Jason are going back to where it all started as they reflect and break down their personal top five games they played as kids. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://meepleminded.buzzsprout.com/ You can join the ever growing Meeple Minded com...
Ep 174 What's Occurring?
March 19, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBIn this weeks episode we see the Meeple Minded Trio taking on a whole NEW type of show as they break down some of the games they played this month, the games they played last year, and comment all the latest news from within the table top gaming industry. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://me...
Ep 173 Planet Unknown
March 12, 2024 06:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBOn this weeks episode the explorative Trio of Antman "Collins" James "Aldrin" and Jason "Armstrong" are going where many a man have gone before as they take on the polyomino space city civilisation building game Planet Unknown The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the show ----------...
Ep 172 Is it Retail & Announcement
February 27, 2024 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBOn this week's episode the boys Jason and James finally make the announcement they have been teasing and are joined in the studio by the Antman to discuss if the word retail is now somehow a dirty word. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://meepleminded.buzzsprout.com/ You can join the ever gro...
Ep 171 Age of Comics - Lirius Games
February 13, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBIts another game highlight on this weeks episode as the boys start the year off strong with "Age of comics the golden years" by Lirius Games. This recent Kickstarter delivery is hopefully going to be winging its way to retail release soon but is it worth the buy? that what the boys Jason & James aim to find out. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it ...
Ep 170 Age Ratings
January 31, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBOn this weeks shows the boys Jason & James are diving into a topical discussion all about the age ratings on table top games. Do they really mean anything? are they there purely for legality sake?? why o why is wacky races a 14+ game? all these questions and its time to try and figure out those answers. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms o...
Ep 169 What's been happening
January 16, 2024 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBHappy new year one and all, we know, we know its late lol In this episode the boys Jason & James are just checking in a few weeks later than planned but for good reasons. Games, lots and lots of games. They chat about what they been up too over the holiday break and what is happening with the show going forward. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast p...
Ep 168 The year that was 2023
December 20, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBAnother year is done and dusted for the the meeple minded boys and as always its that time of year they reflect on just how the year has been, the games they played and a few predictions for the coming year. For such an occasion its time to break out the big guns, which means following a long absence for the meeple minded Jason & James are joined once again by our great newsman Paul :) Support the show ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Ep 167 Masters of the Universe: Clash for Eternia - CMON
December 12, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB"Why do i surround myself with fools? even the robots are smarter than you." For this weeks game highlight episode the boys Jason & James are joined once again by our great friend and all round legend the "Antman" of the M.T.V.B Podcast as they go back to the 80's to relive those wonderful summer days pretending to be the masters of universe defending castle grey skull as they talk about CMON's Masters of the universe: Clash for Eternia. The boys break down all the things they like and dis...
Ep 166 Over thinking Games, but not AP
December 05, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBIt is the start of the holiday season and what better way to celebrate the fact than ignoring it completely and just continuing to talk about those all important Board games. For this weeks episode its time to go down the topical route as once again James has been running his mouth at Jason saying that he over thinks or over analyse actions within games. Well James for such heresy, its now a topic for debate as we go down the rabbit hole of why is it a bad thing to over think games especi...
Ep 165 Sky Team - Scorpion Masque
November 28, 2023 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB"Meeple Minded airways landing gear locked and cleared for landing" This weeks game highlight episode sees our podcasting duo Jason & James taking on the role of pilot and co pilot and attempting to land a plane at various airports all around the world as they talk about the new title Sky Team from Scorpion Masque. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is i...
Ep 164 Fomo Regrets
November 21, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBIts a topical episode today with yet more admissions from our own Jason as we discuss games we have in our collections that we actually regret buying due to the Fear of Missing out. As a special treat Jason is no the only one cleansing his bank accounts soul as he is joined by friend of the show and fellow board game buying addict Antman of the M.T.V.B Podcast Support the show ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Ep 163 Marine Worlds
November 14, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBWe have been chomping at the bit to play and talk about this highly anticipated expansion and finally we can. This week the boys Jason & James are talking all things Marine worlds, the first proper expansion for the smash hit Ark Nova released by Feuerland. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https:/...
Ep 162 FLGS
November 07, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBIts time for another topical discussion, and this week our lads Jason & James are talking all things Friendly, Local, Game stores. they talk about what they like to see from a a hobby centre that takes it from a local game store to a FRIENDLY LOCAL GAMES STORE. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . htt...
Ep 161 Warhammer Day 2023
October 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIts the 40th anniversary of Games Workshop and as the annual "Warhammer day" celebration has recently been and gone the boys Jason & James are reflecting on all the announcements and the reveals of new models coming over the next few months. Was the stream a good one? what did they think? its all in this episode along with the normal chit chat and games we played this week. Support the show ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Ep 160 Losing
October 17, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB"Its Time for James themed episode" This weeks episode sees the boys Jason & Jason talking about James's seemingly favourite gaming past time. LOSING. All jokes aside losing is part and parcel of playing table top games BUT how do you stay motivated when you consistently lose? get into a losing streak? is that even a thing? do you even care about it? Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fi...
Ep 159 Distilled - Paverson Games
October 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBOn this weeks Game Highlight episode the boys Jason & James are talking all things booze, no they are not straying from the table top to go to the pub (although that sounds like a good idea) but they are instead taking a good look at publisher Paverson Games thirst quenching title Distilled. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for s...
Ep 158 Living Forest Kodama - Ludonaute
October 03, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBOn this weeks Game Highlight episode the boys Jason & James are Looking at the first expansion for the Spiel Des Jahres winning game Living Forest from publisher Ludonaute. Living Forest Kodama The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the show ------------------------------------------...
The News Shed : 27/09/2023
September 28, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.82 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 157 Top 5 Turn Offs
September 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB"Its Time for another Meeple Minded top 5" We at the Meeple Minded like to think we are a group of "omni" gamers that are willing to try any and all games put in front of us. BUT, the cold hard fact is as human beings we have things that just plain make us turn our nose up at some things and leave us searching for something else. This weeks episode sees the boys Jason & Jason talking about the top five things they are turned off by (no not in that way) in table top gaming. Support the sh...
Ep 156 Hijacked - Greenest Games
September 12, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBOn this weeks Game Highlight episode the boys Jason & James are verbally taking on a group of fictional hijackers in an effort to save the lives of passengers and pilots that have been caught up in a hostage situation as they talk about Greenest Games release Hijhacked The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local ...
The News Shed : 07/09/2023
September 07, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 155 Cobble & Fog
September 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBFor this weeks game highlight episode we are back in the Unmatched mini series with our thoughts on the Cobble & Fog box set. James is out injured at the moment so our good friend Anthony has stepped in to take his place alongside Jason The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the sho...
The News Shed : 31/08/2023
August 31, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Support the show --------------------------------------------...
The News Shed : 24/08/2023
August 24, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBSupport the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://meepleminded.buzzsprout.com/ You can join the ever growing Meeple Minded community https://www.facebook.com/MeepleMindedMedia https://discord.gg/HtgzKDAB https://twitter.com/MeepleMinded https://www.instagram.com/meepleminded/ Please also Like, Sha...
Ep 154 Why are modern board games better?
August 22, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBare we really talking about this? yes, yes we are. This week our boys Jason & James are breaking down a few reasons why modern board games are actually better than there predecessors. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://meepleminded.buzzsprout.com/ You can join the ever growing Meeple Minde...
The News Shed : 17/08/2023
August 17, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 153 First Rat - Pegasus Spiele
August 15, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBThe boys Jason & James are back this week with another Game Highlight episode with First Rat by Pegasus Spiele taking the centre stage as the boys dive head first into the junk pile in the hopes of achieving there dreams of becoming the worlds first "ratronauts" The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming...
The News Shed : 10/08/2023
August 10, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBSupport the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://meepleminded.buzzsprout.com/ You can join the ever growing Meeple Minded community https://www.facebook.com/MeepleMindedMedia https://discord.gg/HtgzKDAB https://twitter.com/MeepleMinded https://www.instagram.com/meepleminded/ Please also Like, Sha...
Ep 152 Manipulation & Influence
August 08, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBThe Boys Jason & James are back at it once again with another Topical discussion, this time the boys follow up on the last discussion all about alpha gamers and a statement made during the episode about negotiation and manipulation. So what is the actual difference? how does it present itself within the table top gaming hobby? that's what they guys are chatting all about this week :) Support the show -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Ep 151 Earth - Inside Up Games
August 01, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe boys Jason & James are back following a week away from the mics stricken down with the lurgi BUT have decided to come back strong with one of the hottest games released so far in 2023 as they talk all about Earth from Inside Up Games. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the sho...
The News Shed : 27/07/2023
July 27, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 150 Alpha Gamers, are they actually a good thing for the hobby?
July 18, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBHappy Tuesday to all you Meeples out there in hobby land. This week the boys Jason & James are back with another topical discussion for you all as they discuss whether "Alpha gamers" are actually good for the hobby and the gaming business? sure, we all know the bad sides but are there any good sides? Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms...
The News Shed : 13/07/2023
July 13, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 149 Unmatched Battle of Legends Volume One - Restoration Games
July 11, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB"In Battle there are no equals" That's right guys this weeks game highlight episode is about a game we already know the guys Jason & James enjoy and play on a regular basis. So why the episode? well for this one the guys are starting something of a mini series as they will break down each set and the characters that come in the set, starting with the original set, Battle of Legends Volume one. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and mo...
The News Shed : 06/07/2023
July 06, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 148 Space Base - AEG
July 04, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBGrab your space suits boys and girls because we are going for a ride on this weeks episode as the boys Jason & James talk about AEG's tableau building game Space Base. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the show ---------------------------------------------------------------------...
The News Shed : 29/06/2023
June 29, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 147 Bias
June 27, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBIts out there within all of us, but is there a real way to stop it impacting our hobby? You guessed it this week our boys Jason and James are talking all about Bias within the table top gaming hobby. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast platforms or find the links on our host site . https://meepleminded.buzzsprout.com/ You can join the ever grow...
The News Shed : 22/06/2023
June 22, 2023 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, Jason is back in the hot seat filling in for the main main Paul to bring you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Ep 146 Rome in a day - Alley Cat Games
June 20, 2023 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB"When in Rome" one must "Conquer like Caesar" For this weeks game highlight episode our Toga wearing duo Jason & James will be challenging the age old myth that rome was not built in a day by playing Alley Cat Games new you split i choose tile placement game Rome in a Day. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your l...
Ep 145 UKGE 2023
June 13, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIt is over, It is in the history books. Uk Games Expo is done and dusted for another year, and as completely drained as the boys are, James, Jason & Paul have filled themselves with some coffee to have a sit down chat about this years show. They chat about their experiences at this years show, some of the games they purchased and just and all round catch up after the event. Thank you to #UKGE2023 for allowing us press access this year and we hope to be able to do the same again next year...
Ep 144 Steam Up A Feast of dim sum - Hot Banana Games
June 08, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBOn this weeks episode, the boys Jason & James are joined once again by the wonderful "Antman" of the MTVB Podcast to chat all things Steam up a feast of dim sum. The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the show ---------------------------------------------------------------------------...
The News Shed : 01/06/2023
June 01, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 143 5 things we look forward to @ UKGE 2023
May 30, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBIt is that time of year again here in the UK and this year is special for the Meeple Minded because for the first time ever, all three hosts of the MM will be in attendance at the UK's biggest tabletop gaming convention UKGE 2023 On this episode the boys Jason & James are joined by the man, the myth, the legend that is the "Antman" of the M.T.V.B podcast to discuss the top five things we are super pumped for at this years show. #UKGE2023 #UKgamesexpo Support the show --------------------...
The News Shed : 25/05/2023
May 25, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...
Ep 142 Star Fighters : Rapid Fire - Alley Cat Games
May 23, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBOn this weeks episode it's another game highlight where this week the boys Jason & James are strapping in for some intergallactic dog fighting with Alley Cat Games latest crowdfunding delivery Star Fighters:Rapid Fire The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most importantly where it stands in the collection status. is it a keeper? or is it destined for the for sale table at your local gaming meet up? Support the show -------------------...
The News Shed : 18/05/2023
May 18, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWelcome Back to the News shed, On this weeks episode, our News man Paul brings you all of this weeks juicy Table Top Gaming news & Crowdfunding campaigns we think you need to know about & of course the all important update on the BGG hotness so you are always in the loop of what is the hottest game on the market. Support the show -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on all good podcast ...