<![CDATA[The Board Game Triangle]]>dc13ae5e-6607-5113-a698-3644bc2bd9ffTue, 21 Jan 2025 11:00:42 +0000Captivate.fmSara, Tim, and Kenhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/5365f62b-691a-47bd-a592-0a41fa59cb8e/JYYlV4OTFrBFejdQ8LkprkZ6.jpgThe Board Game TriangleSara, Tim, and KenSara, Tim, and KenThree friends (Ken, Sara, and Tim) from the North Carolina "Triangle" chat about anything and everything related to board games, all while poking fun at one another along the way (without totally derailing themselves)! The discussions are lighthearted and approachable while still being substantive and engaging, and they each bring unique perspectives to the table that both newcomers and enthusiasts alike can appreciate. They also occasionally bring guests on to add to their kerfuffles. While some episodes will be more newbie-friendly and others more enthusiast-focused, there's generally something for everyone! Come get lost in the Bermuda of board gaming with this terrific triangular trio! https://theboardgametriangle.com/ https://instagram.com/theboardgametriangle https://discord.gg/aSG9kgGYFuhttps://boardgametriangle.comtrueepisodicnopodcastS2E3: The Gang Explore the Evolution of Board GamingS2E3: The Gang Explore the Evolution of Board GamingWe are back (again), and this time we explore the changes in board gaming over the last decade and how that impacts the selection of games and the loss of common board gaming culture.

]]>We are back (again), and this time we explore the changes in board gaming over the last decade and how that impacts the selection of games and the loss of common board gaming culture.

]]>bb750399-f184-4f85-b3b3-42bcabdcd999Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -050001:33:31truefull2202202Sara, Tim, and KenS2E2: The Gang Talk about Table PresenceS2E2: The Gang Talk about Table PresenceWe look at games with a big WOW factor on the table, and how this differs from having a good theme?

]]>We look at games with a big WOW factor on the table, and how this differs from having a good theme?

]]>85b40b39-cd99-4598-8963-f93a0ceea67fTue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -050001:45:32truefull2192192Sara, Tim, and KenTBGT S2:E1 The Gang Decides What to PlayTBGT S2:E1 The Gang Decides What to PlayWe catch up about our summer, and talk about how to pick games on the fly with established play groups.

]]>We catch up about our summer, and talk about how to pick games on the fly with established play groups.

]]>d191b942-5499-4c65-a319-e1ce1c936877Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -050001:33:32truefull2182182Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Discuss Licensed (IP-Based) GamesThe Gang Discuss Licensed (IP-Based) GamesWe discuss games based on existing IP, whether they are good, bad, or ugly, with guest Jared from Meeple Mentor returning to share an informed viewpoint.

]]>We discuss games based on existing IP, whether they are good, bad, or ugly, with guest Jared from Meeple Mentor returning to share an informed viewpoint.

]]>e4de7afd-c6b8-4e2a-b455-5ee28347cf0eTue, 21 May 2024 06:00:00 -050001:26:05truefull1171171Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Interview a Content Creator (Meeple Mentor)The Gang Interview a Content Creator (Meeple Mentor)Due to the mysterious connections of Ken, we were able to score an interview way outside our weight class with Jared of the Meeple Mentor! We discuss his favorite games, how he built his channel, and his new book, Push Your Luck: The Board Game Dictionary.

]]>Due to the mysterious connections of Ken, we were able to score an interview way outside our weight class with Jared of the Meeple Mentor! We discuss his favorite games, how he built his channel, and his new book, Push Your Luck: The Board Game Dictionary.

]]>d314d110-dc93-416b-a642-6e4784ea25efTue, 07 May 2024 06:00:00 -050001:19:19truefull1161161Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 69-60The Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 69-60More Board Game Geek top 100 content. Because sometimes you want to hear about games from people who haven't played them.

]]>More Board Game Geek top 100 content. Because sometimes you want to hear about games from people who haven't played them.

]]>53442cad-b806-4f4d-8f75-46f5ea8a7996Tue, 23 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -050001:14:32truefull1151151Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Expands on ExpansionsThe Gang Expands on ExpansionsWe talk about board game expansions, including when and why you might consider contracting your wallet size for a few or twenty.

]]>We talk about board game expansions, including when and why you might consider contracting your wallet size for a few or twenty.

]]>3c3c3744-03fa-43fa-b9f5-5489b52f5df2Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -050001:40:02truefull1141141Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 79-70The Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 79-70We continue working down the list, and offer to play some games with you if you have them!

]]>We continue working down the list, and offer to play some games with you if you have them!

]]>690b269f-2f00-490f-aa2d-a518f05b0a90Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -050001:34:51truefull1131131Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Determine How Long Board Games Should BeThe Gang Determine How Long Board Games Should BeWe talk about game length, what we like and dislike about different lengths, and how that impacts our collection and what we get to the table.

]]>We talk about game length, what we like and dislike about different lengths, and how that impacts our collection and what we get to the table.

]]>e97f7f78-e547-4529-8c52-53d8db16934cTue, 30 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -050001:23:53truefull1121121Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Determines How Complex a Game Should Be?The Gang Determines How Complex a Game Should Be?We talk about what game complexity even is, and whether there is such a thing as too complex.

]]>We talk about what game complexity even is, and whether there is such a thing as too complex.

]]>89ec66d1-8891-4229-82db-1ccb198569e3Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -050001:24:06truefull1111111Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 89-80The Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 89-80In a worrying trend riveting followup, the gang continues to profess their ignorance of the Board Game Geek: Top 100.

Come learn how equally uncultured you are!

This will be 2023's last episode; see you in January!

]]>In a worrying trend riveting followup, the gang continues to profess their ignorance of the Board Game Geek: Top 100.

Come learn how equally uncultured you are!

This will be 2023's last episode; see you in January!

]]>0dad476b-6c73-459b-9e48-93e157666efcTue, 12 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -050001:27:22truefull1101101Sara, Tim, and KenThe Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 100-90The Gang Runs Down the BGG Top 100: 100-90In a topic as old as time, we frolic through the Board Game Geek: Top 100, and discuss our feelings about the games on the list.

Look mom, we made it!

]]>In a topic as old as time, we frolic through the Board Game Geek: Top 100, and discuss our feelings about the games on the list.

Look mom, we made it!

]]>ca67619a-7212-435b-9e6f-42d4a560e0fcTue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -050001:08:16truefull19191Sara, Tim, and KenCategory Dive, Part 2: Bag & Deck Builders, Cooperative, X-n'-WritesCategory Dive, Part 2: Bag & Deck Builders, Cooperative, X-n'-WritesA continuation of Episode 3's introduction to game categories and it's first deep-dive follow up (Episode 5); we further explore some other popular game types in detail.

One more part to follow in the future.

]]>A continuation of Episode 3's introduction to game categories and it's first deep-dive follow up (Episode 5); we further explore some other popular game types in detail.

One more part to follow in the future.

]]>fde0934f-7f7f-426c-b97d-d0c2e7201042Thu, 16 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -050001:15:26truefull18181Sara, Tim, and KenTable EtiquetteTable EtiquetteWe spill the tea about the spoken (and unspoken!) rules of getting along with others while playing games together.

Oh, and don't spill any actual tea on our games please.

]]>We spill the tea about the spoken (and unspoken!) rules of getting along with others while playing games together.

Oh, and don't spill any actual tea on our games please.

]]>837e244d-57bb-49ad-a56e-df5c7ab555fbTue, 17 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -050001:13:47truefull17171Sara, Tim, and KenKickstarter GamesKickstarter GamesWe have on our first guest and we talk about Kickstarter games, including why you should definitely get them...and also why you should never get them!

POST RECORDING: Unfortunately we lost a decent chunk of Toms recording due to network issues that we didn't know until editing. So, in case you are wondering why we talked tons rather than Tom, it's because we lost his audio so we had to edit around it. :(

]]>We have on our first guest and we talk about Kickstarter games, including why you should definitely get them...and also why you should never get them!

POST RECORDING: Unfortunately we lost a decent chunk of Toms recording due to network issues that we didn't know until editing. So, in case you are wondering why we talked tons rather than Tom, it's because we lost his audio so we had to edit around it. :(

]]>8737ef48-ece7-4c57-8283-3749c9551aedTue, 03 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -050001:12:44truefull16161Sara, Tim, and KenCategory Dive, Part 1: Role Playing, Social Deduction, and Worker PlacementCategory Dive, Part 1: Role Playing, Social Deduction, and Worker PlacementAfter introducing several popular game categories, The trio further explore games they like with respect to role playing, social deduction, and worker placement.

The start of a multi-part series.

]]>After introducing several popular game categories, The trio further explore games they like with respect to role playing, social deduction, and worker placement.

The start of a multi-part series.

]]>4bb94c57-8de8-4c9f-a29d-94d24c8e47f8Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -050001:11:18truefull15151Sara, Tim, and KenPlanning a Board Game NightPlanning a Board Game NightWe discuss some useful things to know and consider when it comes to hosting a board game night, including: planning, invitations, food, teaching/piloting a game, and overall general execution tips for your event.

Your friends will definitely want to come over and play again!

]]>We discuss some useful things to know and consider when it comes to hosting a board game night, including: planning, invitations, food, teaching/piloting a game, and overall general execution tips for your event.

Your friends will definitely want to come over and play again!

]]>994d30a7-d74c-401b-b2bc-ade24b5efd09Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -050001:12:50truefull14141Sara, Tim, and KenCommon Game Types and Play Style PreferencesCommon Game Types and Play Style PreferencesWe assess what kinds of board gamers exist, their play styles, and how these game types might appeal to certain players!

Games Generally Mentioned:

Twilight Imperium 4th Edition, Ark Nova, Terraforming Mars, Spirit Island, Magic: The Gathering, Talisman, Heroes of Might and Magic III: The Board Game, Two Rooms and A Boom

Game Categories:

Social Deduction - Ultimate Werewolf, Avalon, Secret Hitler

Worker Placement - Viticulture, Lords of Waterdeep, Champions of Midgard, Dune: Imperium, Atlantis Rising

Deck Builders - Magic: The Gathering, Dune: Imperium, Arkham Horror: The Card Game, NetRunner, Dominion

Bag Builders - The Quacks of Quedlinburg, Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Tableau/Engine-Builders - Mechs vs Minions, Everdell, Terraforming Mars, Wingspan, Beyond the Sun

Cooperative - Mechs vs Minions, Atlantis Rising, Spirit Island

RPG - Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), Gloomhaven (and Jaws of the Lion), Descent: Journeys in the Dark

4X (Explore, Exploit, Expand, Exterminate)/Area-Control : Risk, Kemet, Twilight Imperium 4th Edition

[roll/flip] N' Write - Railroad Ink

]]>We assess what kinds of board gamers exist, their play styles, and how these game types might appeal to certain players!

Games Generally Mentioned:

Twilight Imperium 4th Edition, Ark Nova, Terraforming Mars, Spirit Island, Magic: The Gathering, Talisman, Heroes of Might and Magic III: The Board Game, Two Rooms and A Boom

Game Categories:

Social Deduction - Ultimate Werewolf, Avalon, Secret Hitler

Worker Placement - Viticulture, Lords of Waterdeep, Champions of Midgard, Dune: Imperium, Atlantis Rising

Deck Builders - Magic: The Gathering, Dune: Imperium, Arkham Horror: The Card Game, NetRunner, Dominion

Bag Builders - The Quacks of Quedlinburg, Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Tableau/Engine-Builders - Mechs vs Minions, Everdell, Terraforming Mars, Wingspan, Beyond the Sun

Cooperative - Mechs vs Minions, Atlantis Rising, Spirit Island

RPG - Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), Gloomhaven (and Jaws of the Lion), Descent: Journeys in the Dark

4X (Explore, Exploit, Expand, Exterminate)/Area-Control : Risk, Kemet, Twilight Imperium 4th Edition

[roll/flip] N' Write - Railroad Ink

]]>b480a564-e89a-46ce-bfb1-b8320e233714Tue, 22 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -050001:10:07truefull13131Sara, Tim, and KenIntroductory Games for Non-GamersIntroductory Games for Non-GamersPOST-RELEASE NOTE: The current upload is a little buggy in a couple spots (some editor issues), so please bear with us until we can get a fixed version re-uploaded. Thanks!

We talk about our favorite games for introducing friends and loved ones who aren't into board games into our hobby!


Introductory games mentioned:

Codenames, Mysterium, Paleo, Skull, Fog of Love, Lost Cities, Patchwork, Cryptid, Chronicles of Crime, Railroad Ink


Other games mentioned:

Scythe, Terraforming Mars, [Settlers of] Catan, BANG!, Stone Age, Dominion, Magic: The Gathering (MTG), Trivial Persuit, Talisman, Cash and Guns, Wingspan, Twilight Imperium, Pictionary, Apples to Apples, Pandemic, Uno

]]>POST-RELEASE NOTE: The current upload is a little buggy in a couple spots (some editor issues), so please bear with us until we can get a fixed version re-uploaded. Thanks!

We talk about our favorite games for introducing friends and loved ones who aren't into board games into our hobby!


Introductory games mentioned:

Codenames, Mysterium, Paleo, Skull, Fog of Love, Lost Cities, Patchwork, Cryptid, Chronicles of Crime, Railroad Ink


Other games mentioned:

Scythe, Terraforming Mars, [Settlers of] Catan, BANG!, Stone Age, Dominion, Magic: The Gathering (MTG), Trivial Persuit, Talisman, Cash and Guns, Wingspan, Twilight Imperium, Pictionary, Apples to Apples, Pandemic, Uno

]]>f96d5600-bfdc-4cbb-b4bc-4b3b879feaaaTue, 22 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -050001:08:14truefull12121Sara, Tim, and KenOur Favorite GamesOur Favorite GamesWe welcome all of you to learn a bit about us as we talk about what kind of games we like, what makes a game outstanding to each of us, and of course...what our favorite games are!

POST-RELEASE NOTES: We plan on eventually doing an improved cut of this episode, and audio quality greatly improves in general as we fix issues in episodes 3+ (especially Tim...microphone was inconsistent distances for first few episodes). Thanks for giving us a listen, and be sure to check out our later episodes!

]]>We welcome all of you to learn a bit about us as we talk about what kind of games we like, what makes a game outstanding to each of us, and of course...what our favorite games are!

POST-RELEASE NOTES: We plan on eventually doing an improved cut of this episode, and audio quality greatly improves in general as we fix issues in episodes 3+ (especially Tim...microphone was inconsistent distances for first few episodes). Thanks for giving us a listen, and be sure to check out our later episodes!

]]>17dc7508-7113-40c8-a16c-5df4eec4cb61Tue, 15 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -050055:40truefull11111Sara, Tim, and Ken