Latest Blitz Podcast Episodes
Episode 208 - Back to the Drawing Board
Board Game Blitz - May 02, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Side Quest: Nemesis, Side Quest: 7th Sea, Mystery Detective Vol. 1: Classic Cases, Mystery Detective Vol. 2: Funny Death and Real Life Cases, and AQUA: Biodiversity in the Oceans. Then, we talk about drawing games and how t...
Episode 207 - What Should We Play?
Board Game Blitz - April 18, 2024 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Infiltraitors, Math Rush: Addition & Subtraction, and Ceres. Then, we talk about ways your group can pick which game to play when no one knows what they want to play! If you like our podcast, please nominate us for a Golde...
Episode 206 - The 2023 Blitzies
Board Game Blitz - April 04, 2024 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal host the 2023 Blitzies, the annual awards show about the best games of the year! If you like our podcast, please nominate us for a Golden Geek Award! 0:00-Intro 0:37-Announcements 1:51-The 2023 Blitzies 2:40-Best 2 Player Game 4:39-Best Strategy Game 6:37-Most Epic Game ...
Episode 205 - Our First Jubensha
Board Game Blitz - March 21, 2024 14:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a jubensha game they played together at Dice Tower West - Conspiracy to Commit! We have a discussion including Amy, the host of the game, and Dan, Crystal's partner, right after playing the game, and then we share our thoughts a week later. Check out White Rabbit Jubens...
Chicago Bears NFL Free Agency Preview + NFL Draft Preview With Zack Pearson
6th Man Blitz - March 11, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIn this episode we discuss the start of the offseason for the Chicago Bears and their potential free agent additions, NFL Draft prospects they should target, and Justin Fields landing spots. In this episode we have special guest Zack Pearson our favorite Bears Reporter giving us his insight on t...
Episode 204 - Pocket Picks
Board Game Blitz - March 07, 2024 15:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Murder Mystery Party: The Night Hunter Game and Freelancers: A Crossroads Game. Then, we talk about board games that can fit in your pocket! 0:00-Intro 0:46-Announcements 2:35-Recent Games - Murder Mystery Party: The Nig...
Chicago Bears Talk, Justin Fields Trade Destinations, Landing Spots For Other QBs In The Draft ‼️
6th Man Blitz - February 25, 2024 15:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIn this episode we break down our thoughts on the latest news regarding the Chicago Bears. We discuss which landing spot is the best for Justin Fields and the impact Caleb Williams will have on the Bears from the jump!
Episode 203 - All By Myself
Board Game Blitz - February 22, 2024 15:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie is all alone this episode discussing a couple games she played recently, including Picture Perfect and Sherlock 13. Then, since she's solo podcasting, she decides to talk about solo board gaming. 0:00-Intro 1:39-Recent Games - Picture Perfect 5:21-Sherlock 13 8:33-Solo Games 21:43-Out...
Episode 202 - You Want Me To Do WHAT?
Board Game Blitz - February 08, 2024 15:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Key Enigma: Hack Forward, Suspects: Claire Harper Takes the Stage, and The Grand Carnival. Then, we talk about board games that subvert social norms. Here are the YouTube videos mentioned: Designing Board Games Which Brea...
Quick NBA Trade Deadline Preview, Should The Bulls Blow It Up? Will The Lakers Make Any Moves?
6th Man Blitz - February 08, 2024 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsIn this short episode we break down the biggest question marks for our favorite teams. With the ascension of Coby White is it time for the Bulls to get rid of veteran players like Vooch and Demar? The Lakers won this last offseason with the addition of a lot of great pieces but they somehow are ...
Episode 201 - The Perfect Game Day
Board Game Blitz - January 25, 2024 15:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Almost Innocent and Vaalbara. Then, we talk about what our perfect board game day/night would be like! Vote for Ambie (ambierona) in the Thinky Awards! (and play Chants of Sennaar) Check out Tabletop Live Network for mont...
Episode 200 - Listener Q&A
Board Game Blitz - January 11, 2024 15:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal celebrate 200 episodes of the podcast with a full episode dedicated to answering questions from our listeners! 0:00-Intro 0:36-Listener Q&A 2:32-What advice would you give to a content creator starting out? 9:59-What are your best "I was there when..." travel stories? 12:2...
Episode 199 - Skeletons and Vehicles
Board Game Blitz - December 28, 2023 15:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsFor our annual bonus episode Ambie is once again joined by two special guests as they talk about some of their favorite games. First they talk about a couple games they played recently, including Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas: Merry Madness. Then, they split up as one talks ...
Episode 198 - Our 5 Rebuy Games
Board Game Blitz - December 14, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Ra and Rafter Five. Then, we talk about which five board games we would buy back first if our entire game collection suddenly disappeared! 0:00-Intro 0:44-Announcements 3:08-Recent Games - Ra 7:52-Rafter Five 13:19-5 R...
Episode 197 - Stranded With Games
Board Game Blitz - November 30, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including The Secret of Langton Manor, Linkto Food, and Kingdomino Origins. Then, we talk about which five board games we would bring with us if we got stuck on a desert (but not quite deserted) island! Check out the Five Games For ...
Rivalry Week Review (Week 12) & Conference Championship Preview (Week 13)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - November 29, 2023 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsReady to relive the electrifying energy of the recent Thanksgiving week college football rivalries? Brace yourself as we take you on a wild ride, breaking down Michigan's triumph over Ohio State and examining Ryan Day's coaching performance. We'll also tackle the pressures of defining one's seas...
Episode 196 - Trends in Gaming
Board Game Blitz - November 16, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played (or books they read) recently, including Around the World in 80 Games, Keep it 100, and Castles of Mad King Ludwig: Renovations. Then, we talk about some past, present, and our hopes for future trends in board gaming! Watch Cut and Kovray on ...
The Power and Passion of College Football: A Look Back and Ahead (Wk 11 Review & Wk 12 Preview)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - November 15, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsAre you ready to live the exhilarating highs and heartbreaking lows of college football? Pack your bags, because we're taking you on an action-filled journey through the week's most thrilling games, controversies, and shocking moments. From Penn State's struggle against the formidable Michigan, ...
All About the Field: College Football Roundup, Michigan's Issue and Upcoming Battles (Wk 10 Review & Wk 11 Preview)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - November 09, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsGet ready to tackle the latest in college football! We're taking you into the heart of the action, dissecting the significant happenings from the past weekend games like Georgia's triumph over Missouri and the thrilling face-off between Oklahoma State and Oklahoma, among others. We also get up c...
Episode 195 - 2023 Gift Guide
Board Game Blitz - November 02, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a game they played recently, including The Emerald Flame, The Morrison Game Factory, and Hadrian’s Wall. Then, we talk about our thoughts on giving board games as gifts, and some recommendations for good gifts! Check out Ambie’s book Board Game Day! 0:00-Intro 0:46-R...
Navigating the CFB Labyrinth: Exciting Recaps and Predictions (Wk 9 Review & Wk 10 Preview)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - November 01, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsReady to be in the heart of all that is college football? We promise you won't miss a beat as we dissect the thrilling rollercoaster ride that was last week's games. From the surprise Kansas upset of Oklahoma to the shocking comments by Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi post Notre Dame defeat, we cov...
Thrills and Spills on the Gridiron: A Deep Exploration of College Football's Week 8 (Review) & Week 9 (Preview)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - October 25, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsJust how did Clemson lose to Miami? We're peeling back the layers of this stunning upset, breaking down Clemson's defense and the implications of the new overtime rules. More than that, we're forecasting Clemson's season, which could shockingly end with a 7-5 record. Oklahoma's brush with defeat...
Episode 194 - Healthy Gaming
Board Game Blitz - October 19, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a game they played recently, including Ariana Trench: The Ultimate Puzzle Book for Pirates, Head Trip, and Eye My Favorite Things. Then, we talk about our top 5 favorite games that have fruits and/or vegetables in them! 0:00-Intro 0:43-Recent Games - Ariana Trench: Th...
Riding the Gridiron Rollercoaster: Explosive College Football Week 7 Review and Week 8 Predictions!
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - October 18, 2023 13:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsHold onto your helmets because we're about to take you on a wild ride through week 8 of college football! We're dishing out our hot takes on the jaw-dropping games of USC vs Notre Dame and Oregon vs Washington, and we're not holding back on our speculations regarding the fate of teams like LSU a...
Unleashing the Gridiron: Unpacking Epic Football Showdowns of Week 7!
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - October 13, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIt's Friday, folks, and we're blowing the whistle on another thrilling football weekend! We're revving up the excitement by drawing you back to the breathtaking Houston vs. West Virginia game and then swiftly advancing to the Stanford vs. Colorado face-off. Now, brace yourselves as we plunge int...
Episode 193 - Assembly Required
Board Game Blitz - October 05, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a game they both played recently - Glitch Squad. Then, Ambie goes over her adventures in print and play (PnP) games and answers some of Crystal's questions. Learn some beginner tips on PnP - supplies to use, why to PnP, and some games to start with! 0:00-Intro 0:40-Re...
College Football Breakdown: Intriguing Match-Ups, Stellar Performances, and What's Next (Wk 5 Review & Wk 6 Preview)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - October 04, 2023 15:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsEver wondered what it takes to make a college football team a powerhouse? Or how an underperforming defense can still keep a team in title contention? This episode is your ticket into the fascinating world of college football strategy and analysis. We kick off with an exploration of Kentucky’s u...
Into the Heart of the Gridiron: Analysis of Week Five Football Games and Predictions for Upcoming Clashes (Week 4 Review & Week 5 Preview)
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - September 27, 2023 18:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsGear up for an exhilarating journey into the heart of the gridiron! The details of week five football games are up for discussion, where we dissect Ohio State's defensive victory against Notre Dame and Alabama's surprising vulnerability against Ole Miss. We've got some spicy insights on Florida ...
Episode 192 - Media Musings
Board Game Blitz - September 21, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsAmbie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Bat Flip and Hello Kitty: Day at the Park. Then, we talk about board game media and how it compares to media coverage in other areas. 0:00-Intro 0:43-Announcements 1:41-Recent Games 3:50-Bat Flip 7:39-Hello Kitty: Day ...
Diving into the Tackles and Touchdowns: An In-depth Look at College Football's Week 4 and Predictions for Week 5
The Mike Blitz w Wade & White - September 20, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsThis week on the show, we're diving headfirst into the action, thrills, and surprises of college football's Week 4! Prepare for a thorough discussion on the Colorado State Colorado game, a personal affair for Norvell and a clear case of 'little brother syndrome'. We'll be decoding some 'sleepy s...