Tuesday Knight Podcast | All About Board Games

It's a rare Tuesday Knight PLAYcast. Listen to Crystol and Sister Elizabeth attempt to Escape the Dark Castle. After years of wrongful incarceration, Crystol the Smith and Elizabeth the Taylor break free from their cells. Now they face danger at every turn on a desperate quest to escape... THE DARK CASTLE! Music Attributions: Carnival Lament by Robert Austin Kevin MacLeod's: Bach Toccata and Fugue in D Minor Future Gladiator Impact Prelude Ghost Dance Daniel Birch's: Set Adrift Swallowed by Shame Golden Eye Nothing Lasts Forever

Would you attend a TED conference all about board game design? Tim Fowers discusses Tabletop Network, an attempt at just that. Tim Fowers also discusses stories of urine, ice cream, branding horses asses, and even how Amazon's failed attempt at video games led to a thriving board game company. They also knight Dame Haley Brack! Lead editor: Sir Delton Brack Music Attribution: Love Planet by Komiku Stranger Things Theme (Cover) by TEEEL Heise Zibn by the Underscore Orkestra

What is your most terrible gaming experience? Ben Kanelos (AKA Sir Weenie) talks with Alan in the parking lot of Protospiel. What is Protospiel? What is a megagame? What is a game designer's worst nightmare? These questions and more on this episode! Music Attribution: Dub Pirate Boat by Mildtape 9 to 5 Barbarian by WeyrdMusicMan Kevin MacLeod's renditions of: Camille Saint-sans Danse Macabe Scheming Weasel Erik Satie: Gymnopedie No 1 Verdi Requiem by Dies Irae

Is it possible to have a late night show about board games? Guest Chris Whitpan attempts to do just that. In this episode, Chris discusses his method, inspiration, the emotional journey of culling games, and even his desire to get murdered in the dumpster of PetSmart. Music Attribution: Kate Moss by Holy Konni

How well would do you know this podcast? Sir Byron Morgan (the First Knight) steps up and takes the challenge in this Zero Episode!!! This episode is a great starting point for new listeners. We also knight a clever knave for sending in a promo for his own podcast (Dustin Staats). Music Attribution: Royal Entrance by Visager

Is there a place for games with guns in lieu of all the recent acts of violence in America? Can a designer modify a game they sold to sell it to another publisher? The affable and hilarious Steve Avery joins Alan to discuss these important topics within our gaming industry. Music Attribution: Sexy by Bensound Alternative Facts (Sty's Urban Hermit Instrumental) by Headsnack Primary Editor: Delton Brack

It's the Valentine's episode!!! Stephanie Straw joins Alan for the annual episode dedicated to love, dating, and (of course)games. Three knaves send in their Valentine stories in hopes to be knighted. Asmodee acquires Mayfair Games. Expect love, drama, and lot's of inappropriate references. Music Attribution: Synthwave by Ryan Anderson Sexy by Bensound Electric Car by Podington Bear In Celebration of Man by USGA Royal Entrance by Visager

What are some secrets to getting your game into big name stores? Randall Thompson of Caper Games, designer of "Get Adler" reveals his secrets, how he got his game into Barnes and Noble, his struggles with disability, his worldly travels, a mysterious accent, and even a love affair. Stories and drama await! Music Attribution: Dub Pirate Boat by Mildtape Camille Saint-Saense: Danse Macabre by Kevin MacLeod

Should we offer bonus merch and content to subscribers? Sean and Alan discuss whether or not to offer Patreon subscriptions. T-shirts? Custom characters? What else? Also, Captain Chestbeard takes a knave captive, so we knight him. Music Attribution: Chip Step by Shane Ivers Royal Entrance by Visager

What is it like having your first game hit Kickstarter? Lindsey Rode talks to Alan about her first baby, a game called Countdown: Action Edition. They also discuss Lindsey's lies, poor dental hygiene, and the originality of the name of her new game. Insults are thrown, friendships are strengthened. Music Attribution: Toby or Not Toby by Matt Oakley Ninja Kick Skilz Lvl01 by Son of Robot Laser Ninja (Underscore Version) by Felipe Adorno Vassao

Do women deserve their own board game show? Do men? Is there such a thing as journalistic integrity? Christina Aimerito of Girls' Game Shelf joins the show to discuss her experiences entering the gaming industry with a "Women Only Show." Mostly, Alan and Christina just hang out and talk about their favorite stuff. Music Attribution: Girls' Game Shelf Theme by John Nobori Gravel Walk (Irish) by The Rosen Sisters

What games did you play in 2017? Would you like to play Jackbox Tv with us? Sean and Alan discuss their plans for 2018 after a recap of the past year. Mentioned this episode: Matt Fantastic Byron Morgan Nicole Hoye Donald Schults Sam Vega Hunter Shelburne B-Team Will B-Team Logan Cousin R.J. Aunt Lynda Uncle Bob

What did you think of Star Wars: The Last Jedi? Back by popular demand, Jeremiah Isley and Alan present a Star Wars special! These two friends discuss in detail, their pointless thoughts about the latest installment into the Star Wars-verse. Listening to this spoiled almost requires you to have seen the film. SPOILER ALERT! Music Attribution: Star Wars and Twiligh Zone Themes by Stealing Orchestra Fossils by Kyle Preston Doctor Who Them Remix by Peter J. Nicholls Arabian Nights by Epic Middle Eastern Music Star Wars - Catina Band by DJ AG Remix

What board game would you recommend for kids that aren't quite ready for Dungeons and Dragons? In this episode, Sean and Alan discuss the latest Star Wars movie, newer RPGs, super powers, and even B-Team Will. Music Attribution: Stranger Things Cover by TEEEL Scheming Weasel by Kevin MacLeod

What is the origin story of Two Rooms and a Boom? What kind of role-player are you? In this zero episode, Sean and Alan describe how they came up with and developed Two Rooms and a Boom. Knave Jeremy Wong attempts to get knighted by submitting a story about Mutant City Blues RPG. Mentioned: Sir James York Music Attribution: Noir by Daniel James Dolby Chase Scene by ROZKOL Royal Entrance by Visager

What is the best tabletop game for your smart phone? What happens when Alan screws up his audio? This is the "Mostly Sean Episode" in which Alan's audio is missing. Can you figure out what Sean is talking about without Alan's side of the conversation? Find out...THIS EPISODE! Music Attribution: Jump Theme by Jay Tholen So Sunrise by Mike Durek Electric Car by Podington Bear

What was your favorite stuffed animal as a child? Jerry Hawthorne tells the story of the creation and lore behind his newest game "Stuffed Fables." Hear how Jerry helped start Plaid Hat Games, his life as a hair stylist, and even his game design genesis. This episode is brought to you by Prongles. Once you Pop, that's GREAT! Music Attribution: Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy performed by Kevin MacLeod Once you Pop by Prongles

What is Twilight Imperium like for first time players? How was BGGcon 2017? Sean and Alan fight the fatigue to record a quick episode from the underdark of Boardgamegeek Con.

What games should our small gaming company make next? In this episode, Sean and Alan prepare for Board Game Geek Con (BGGcon) and discuss their business plans for the next year. We knight Dennis Vinett, make an inappropriate penis reference, and Sean becomes Sherlock Holmes rival. Music Attribution: In the Hall of the Mountain King performed by Kevin MacLeod Carnival Lament by Robert Austin Saria's Song by Jay Tholen Royal Entrance by Visager

What games are rip-offs of other games? What makes it a rip-off? In this rated R episode, Razlo (creator of Billionaire Banshee) joins Alan to discuss how different a game should be to not be robbing another intellectual property. They play some Billionaire Banshee, laugh, and fall slightly more in love with one another. Music Attribution: Far Away Sting by MK2 Birthday Party by Tobokegao