Meeple Nation Board Game Podcast
537 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 48 ratingsWeekly, episodes about board games and the board game hobby.
We dive in to a wide selection of game mechanics, themes, and reviews. We discuss game news, gaming highlights, and the people who make our games amazing.
Come join us at the game table.
Hosted by Nathan Howard, Andy Holliday, Douglas Stewart, David Holliday, and Logan Howard.
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Episodes
MN 437 Five Aquatic Themed Games
August 24, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 35.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 437 This week we are talking about five games based on an aquatic theme. We discuss, Merchants Cove, Sea of Legends, Pirates Cove, Underwater Cities, and Oceans. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 436 Nautical Games
August 17, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 30.2 MBMeeple Nation Episode 436 This week we are kicking off our discussion of Nautical themed games. Walk don't run as we take a deep dive into these water based games. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 435 August 2022 News
August 10, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBMeeple Nation Episode 435 This week we are talking August 2022 news. Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a crowdfunding project or two. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 434 Merchants of the Dark Road
August 03, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBMeeple Nation Episode 434 This week we are talking about Merchants of the Dark Road, a 1-4 player game designed by Brian Suhre, released through Elf Creek Games, and plays in 60-120 minutes. Come join us at the game table.
MN 433 Abomination: Heir of Frankenstein
July 27, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 32.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 433 This week we are talking about Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein, a 2-4 player game designed by Dan Blanchett, distributed through Plaid Hat Games and plays in 90-180 minutes Come join us at the game table.
MN Three Murder Games
July 20, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 30.5 MBMeeple Nation Episode 432 This week we are talking about four games with murder in the theme of the game. We discuss, Clue: Master Detective, Mysterium, and P.I. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 431 Murder In These Games
July 13, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBMeeple Nation Episode 431 This week we are talking about games that all involve an act of murder! Some game are social deduction games, and some involve rituals to Elder gods. Either way put on the crime scene gloves and come join us at the game table.
MN 430 July 2022 News
July 06, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 41.3 MBMeeple Nation Episode 430 This week we are talking about May news. Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a Kickstarter to late pledge. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 429 Dead Reckoning
June 29, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 34 MBMeeple Nation Episode 429 This week we are talking about Dead Reckoning, the latest Game from Designer John D. Clair and AEG. Each player commands a ship and crew and seeks to amass the greatest fortune. Come join us at the game table.
MN 428 Meeples and Monsters
June 22, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 30.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 428 This week we are talking about Meeples and Monsters, the latest Game from Designer Ole Steiness and Alderac Entertainment Group. The peaceful city of Rowan is in peril. Citizens must fortify the city. Warriors, clerics, knights, and mages, are called to service. Come join us at the game table.
MN 427 Ankh Gods of Eygpt
June 21, 2022 14:53 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBMeeple Nation Episode 427 This week we are talking about Ankh: Gods of Egypt, from designer Eric Lang and CMON Games. Play as a god of ancient Egypt, competing to survive as society begins to forget the old ways, so that only you and your followers remain. Come join us at the game table.
MN 426 Mythology Games
June 08, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 40 MBMeeple Nation Episode 426 This week we are talking about mythology or folklore themed games. We discuss games with Greek gods all the way to Robin Hood, and games that land somewhere in between. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 425 June 2022 News
June 01, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBMeeple Nation Episode 425 This week we are talking about June 2022 news. We discuss gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild. Come, join us at the game table.
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
May 25, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 29.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 424 This week we are talking about Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle: Designed by Forrest-Pruzan Creative, Kami Mandell, and Andrew Wolf. Released through The Op. You and up to four friends fight to save Hogwarts Castle. Come join us at the game table.
There Four Games Are Better Than Reruns
May 18, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 33.1 MBMeeple Nation Episode 407 This week we are talking about four games based on TV movies or books. We discuss, James Bond, Journeys in Middle-earth, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Villainous: Come, join us at the game table.
MN 422 Favorite Games With HUGG And Doug
May 11, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 43.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 422 This week we are talking about our HUGG-A-Meeple event with our friends from Herriman, Doug, Cory, and Max. We talk about some of the groups favorite games. Sorry the audio is a bit off. Too many people. Come join us at the game table.
TV and Movie Board Games
May 04, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.3 MBMeeple Nation Episode 421 This week we are talking about board games that are based on TV shows, movies, even a video games and handful of books. Did we talk about one of your favorite properties? Come, join us at the game table.
MN April 2022 News
April 27, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 42.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 400 This week we are talking about April 2022 news. Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a Kickstarter or two. Come, join us at the game table.
MN 419 Lizard Wizard
April 20, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBMeeple Nation Episode 419 This week we are talking about Lizard Wizard, the latest game from designer Glenn Dover and Forbidden Games. Arch-Mages are vying for loyalty of wizards across the land so they can wield ultimate power. Come join us at the game table.
MN 418 Tiny Epic Dungeon
April 13, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31 MBMeeple Nation Episode 418 This week we are talking about Tiny Epic Dungeons, the latest Tiny Epic game from Scott Alms and Gamelyn Games. This is our third episode in our "games with miniatures" series. Come join us at the game table.
Four Mini Games
April 06, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBMeeple Nation Episode 417 This week we are talking about four different games with minis. We discuss, Big Trouble in Little China: the Game, Folklore: the Affliction, several Awaken Realms games, and Sewer Pirates. Come, join us at the game table.
Games with Miniatures
March 30, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 416 This week we are talking about several games that include miniatures. We discuss several of our favorites, Gloomhaven, Nemesis, Shadows of Brimstone, among other games. Come, join us at the game table.
March 2022 News
March 23, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBMeeple Nation Episode 415 This week we are talking about March 2022 news. Gaming highlights, one new game announcements, some new games that can be found in the wild. Come, join us at the game table.
Dune Imperium
March 16, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 414 This week we are talking Dune Imperium, a 1-4 player game designed Paul Dennen, and published through Direwolf Games. Join as we explore Arrakis, or the planet Dune. Come, join us at the game table.
All Things West Kingdom
March 09, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 49.8 MBMeeple Nation Episode 413 This week we are talking about All things West Kingdom. This includes Architects, Paladins, Viscounts of the West Kingdom. We also discuss Tomesaga, which ties all three games together in a campaign. Come join us at the game table.
Four Medieval Games
March 02, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 32.5 MBMeeple Nation Episode 412 This week we are talking about four different medieval games. We discuss, Web of Power, Storm Dragons, Castles of Burgundy, and Carcassonne. Come, join us at the game table.
Medieval Games
February 23, 2022 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBMeeple Nation Episode 411 This week we are talking about games the are set in medieval times or have a medieval theme. From Dominion to Champions of Midgard, plus I bet someone mentions Gloomhaven at some point. Come, join us at the game table.
February 2022 News
February 16, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 32.3 MBMeeple Nation Episode 410 This week we are talking about February 2022 news. Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a Kickstarter or two. Come, join us at the game table.
The Lost Ruins of Arnak
February 09, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 35.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 409 This week we are talking about The Lost Ruins of Arnak. 1-4 play game designed by Elwin Min. Players explore an uncharted island to discover the lost ruins of Arnak. Come, join us at the game table.
Shadows of Brimstone
February 02, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 36.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 406 This week we are talking Shadows of Brimstone. Designed by Jason Hill, 1-4 players form an adventuring party to explore the Dark Mines and fight the darkness that waits within. Come, join us at the game table.
Three Fighting Games
January 26, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBMeeple Nation Episode 407 This week we are talking about three different fighting games. We discuss, Pirates Cove, Aeon's End, and Mythic Battles Pantheon. Let the fighting begin! Come, join us at the game table.
Meeple Nation Episode 406: Fighting Games
January 19, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 27.9 MBMeeple Nation Episode 406 This week we are talking Jumping into the ring with Fighting games. There are so many games that use combat as a gaming element. We just bruise the surface of this topic. Come, join us at the game table.
January 2022 News
January 12, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 405 This week we are talking about January news. The first news episode of the year, so we talk about games from the end of last year of course. Plus we talk about new game we have played. Come, join us at the game table.
Looking Forward to the Year 2022
January 05, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 30.9 MBMeeple Nation Episode 404 This week we are talking about what we are looking forward to in this brand new year. Kickstarter's we hope that will be fulfilled this year and gaming events we are looking for this year Come, join us at the game table.
2021 Year End Review.
December 29, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MBMeeple Nation Episode 403 The Year 2021 is at an end. This week we are all of our highlights of 2021. We will be discussing game we play this year and the people we played those games with. Come, join us at the game table.
Civilization Games
December 22, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 28.5 MBMeeple Nation Episode 402 This week we are digging into civilizations games. Should these games all have epic playing times, or can a shorter play time still provide enough civilization to scratch that itch? Come, join us at the game table.
Meeple Nation: Episode 400 December News 2021
December 08, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 36.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 400 This week we are talking about December news which includes a ton of highlights from November and BGG Con 2021. Games, Food, and Friends! Come, join us at the game table.
Altiplano
December 01, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MBMeeple Nation Episode 399 This week we are discussing Altiplano. A 60-120 minute game for 2-5 players, designed by Reiner Stockhausen and released through Renegade Games Come, join us at the game table.
Four Economic Games
November 24, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MBMeeple Nation Episode 398 This week we are talking about four different economic games. We discuss; The Game of Life, Acquire, Xenon Profiteer, and Terraforming Mars. Come, join us at the game table.
Economic Games
November 17, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 25.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 397 This week we are talking about economic games. Games that have some level of economy that needs to be managed. Come, join us at the game table.
2021 Holiday Gift Guide
November 10, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 28 MBMeeple Nation Episode 396 This week we are talking about our Holiday Gift Guide for the year 2021. Want some suggestions on what to get those people on your shopping list? No matter what their gaming level is, we have a few ideas. Come, join us at the game table.
2021 November News
November 03, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 27.7 MBMeeple Nation Episode 395 This week we are talking about November news, which includes a review of games we played at HUGG-A-Meeple Con South. We played a ton of games over two days. Come, join us at the game table.
Descent: Legends of the Dark
October 27, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBMeeple Nation Episode 394 This week we are talking about Descent: Legends of the Dark. A game for 1-4 players, designed by Kara Centell-Dunk, and Nathan Hajek. Plays in 120-180 minutes, and is released through Fantasy Flight Games Come, join us at the game table.
Descent: Legend of the Dark
October 27, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBMeeple Nation Episode 394 This week we are talking about Descent: Legend of the Dark. A game for 1-4 players, designed by Kara Centell-Dunk, and Nathan Hajek. Plays in 120-180 minutes, and is released through Fantasy Flight Games Come, join us at the game table.
2021 Halloween Games
October 20, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 29.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 393 This week we are talking all about Halloween games. It is Logan's favorite time of the year, and we dedicating the whole episode to his dark side. Come, join us at the game table.
Four Fantasy Games
October 13, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 29.4 MBMeeple Nation Episode 392 This week we are talking about four different fantasy games. We discuss, Avalon, Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth, Ascension, and Beowulf: The Legend. Come, join us at the game table.
Fantasy Games
October 06, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 28 MBMeeple Nation Episode 391 This week we are talking about fantasy games, or games that have a fantasy theme. A very large number of games fall into the group we try to fit as many as we can into our 30 time slot. Come, join us at the game table.
September 2021 News
September 29, 2021 08:00 - 37 minutes - 29.3 MBMeeple Nation Episode 390 This week we are talking about September 2021 news. Gaming highlights, new game announcements, and new games that can be found in the wild. Come, join us at the game table.
Beyond The Sun
September 22, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 21.9 MBMeeple Nation Episode 389 This week we are talking about Beyond the Sun. Players compete to score the most points by deciding on spacefaring technology and leading their faction to victory. A game for 2-4 players. Designed by Dennis Chan. Released through Rio Grande Games. Come, join us at the game table.
Destinies
September 15, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 24.6 MBMeeple Nation Episode 388 This week we are discussing Destinies. A competitive, story-driven game of adventure and exploration. A game for 1-3 players. Designed by Michal Golebiowski, and Filip Milunski. Released through Lucky Duck Games. Come, join us at the game table.