Podcasts by The Dice Tower

At The Table with The Dice Tower - Cheesesteak Capital of the World from 2023-12-12T11:00

This time, Eric and Julie recap their adventures at PAX Unplugged, and Tom has some questions from the mailbag about Theme, House Rules, and that player in your group who always seems to win. Th...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - Ruining Everything from 2023-11-28T11:00

Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss how to deal with game players who get in the way of enjoying games. Also, some holiday shopping tips for those going to PAX Unplugged (and those that aren't as well)...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - That Shouldn't Be There! from 2023-11-14T11:00

Tom and Julie talk Eric out of getting the Doctor Who Magic the Gathering set, which leads to a discussion of out-of-universe items showing up in games. We prepare for some family gaming over th...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - BOO! from 2023-10-31T10:00

In this episode, Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss the finer points of the suggested ages you see on game boxes, and when it matters to pay attention. Also, how a board game can make you scared, a ne...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - There and Back Again from 2023-10-17T10:00

Tom and Julie have been traveling, and we want to hear about where they've been. We have recaps of the World Series of Boardgaming in Las Vegas and Spiel in Essen, before sharing some Roses, Tho...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - Essen Spiel Preview 2023 from 2023-10-03T10:00

Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss Essen Spiel 2023, including some general information on the layout, food, and happenings at the fair, as well as some of their most anticipated games. Then they clos...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - Go Forth and Retreat from 2023-09-19T10:00

This Time, Tom, Julie, and Eric recount their adventures at the Dice Tower Retreat and the Alliance Trade Show, try to get to the bottom of marketing strategies for Boardgame "families", present...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - Further Adventures from 2023-09-05T10:00

In this episode, Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss the logic behind MSRP at your local game store, put a trio of games up against each other in an arena Showdown, present a classic Tale of Boardgamin...

At The Table with The Dice Tower - Hello Again and Gen Con 2023 from 2023-08-22T10:00

In this episode, we kick off our new format with a new co-host, and a discussion of the sights and games of Gen Con 2023.

01:40 - Re-Introductions

04:26 - Current Events: Lorcana a...

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Julie Ahern from 2023-06-16T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Julie Ahern to the table!

2:36 - Getting To Know You

 44:55 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Curt Covert from 2023-06-02T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Curt Covert to the table!

 2:52 - Getting To Know You

10:56 - The Big Question

4:30 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - Alan Paull from 2023-05-19T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Alan Paull to the table!

2:32 - Getting To Know You

17:15 - The Big Question

50: 40 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - John D Clair from 2023-05-05T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring John D Clair to the table!

3:12 - Getting To Know You

14:32 - The Big Question

29:03 - Viewer Questions

44:09 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - Andrew Bosley from 2023-04-07T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Andrew Bosley to the table!

2:05 - Getting To Know You

12:03 - The Big Question

29:30 - Viewer Questions

46:18 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Anne-Marie De Witt from 2023-03-24T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Anne-Marie De Witt to the table!

4:00 - Getting To Know You

8:22 - The Big Question

25:34 - Viewer Questions

44:44- One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Roy Cannaday from 2023-03-17T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Roy Cannaday to the table!

2:14 - Getting To Know You

16:05 - The Big Question

33:50 - One and One

At The Table With Tom and Eric - Sharon Madden from 2023-02-24T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Sharon Madden to the table!

3:43 - Getting To Know You

14:30 - The Big Question

32:00 - Viewer Questions

45:00 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Helaina Cappel from 2023-02-10T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Helaina Cappel to the table!

2:14 - Getting To Know You

9:26 - The Big Question

33:40 - Viewer Questions

43:50 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Tim Fowers from 2023-01-27T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Tim Fowers to the table!

2:35 - Getting To Know You

14:40 - The Big Question

26:16 - Viewer Questions

44:00 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Kirk Hamilton from 2023-01-13T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Kirk Hamilton to the table!

1:52 - Getting To Know You

15:00 - The Big Question

32:45 - Viewer Questions

43:23 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Emma Larkins from 2022-12-30T13:44:45

This week Tom & Eric bring Emma Larkins to the table!

2:43 - Getting To Know You

16:40 - The Big Question

26:20 - Viewer Questions

44:00 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Geoff Engelstein from 2022-12-09T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Geoff Engelstein to the table!

3:24 - Getting to Know You

18:39 - The Big Question

27:16 - Viewer Questions

47:09 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - Mike DiLisio from 2022-12-02T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Mike DiLisio to the table!

3:42  - Getting to Know You

18:32  - The Big Question

31:32 - Viewer Questions

45:50 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - Robert Geistlinger from 2022-11-18T09:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Robert Geistlinger to the table!

 2:30 - Getting to Know You

 15:00 - The Big Question

28:40 - Viewer Questions

 44:00 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - Emerson Matsuuchi from 2022-11-04T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Emerson Matsuuchi to the table!

2:53 - Getting to Know You

13:02  - The Big Question

28:26 - Viewer Questions

46:02 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Erica Bouyouris from 2022-10-21T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Erica Bouyouris to the table!

5:25 - Getting to Know You

20:30  - The Big Question

 30:02 - Viewer Questions

43:33 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Mark Streed from 2022-09-23T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Mark Streed to the table!

5:00 - Getting to Know You

16:14  - The Big Question

30:47  - Viewer Questions

45:29 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Frank West from 2022-09-09T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Frank West to the table!

3:46 - Getting to Know You

15:26 - The Big Question

32:40 - Viewer Questions

46:00 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Dan Hughes from 2022-08-26T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Dan Hughes to the table!

2:07 - Getting to Know You

16:10 - The Big Question

29:40 - Viewer Questions

45:39 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Wendy Yi from 2022-08-11T14:03:52

This week Tom & Eric bring Wendy Yi to the table!

6:18 - Getting to Know You

14:55 - The Big Question

30:48 - Viewer Questions

45:17 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Kathleen Donahue from 2022-07-29T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Elizabeth Hargrave to the table!

6:18 - Getting to Know You

14:55 - The Big Question

30:48 - Viewer Questions

45:17 - One and One

At The Table with Tom and Eric - Elizabeth Hargrave from 2022-07-01T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Elizabeth Hargrave to the table!

0:34 - Getting to Know You

16:18 - The Big Question

30:06 - Viewer Questions

 46:56 - One and One

At the Table with Tom and Eric - Dan King from 2022-06-18T02:26:53

This week Tom & Eric bring Dan King to the table!

3:01 - Getting to Know You

15:52 - The Big Question

28:50 - Viewer Questions

45:25 - One and One

Episode 4 - At The Table with Tom and Eric - Jason Perez from 2022-06-03T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Jason Perez to the table!

 0:45 - Getting to Know You

17:10 - The Big Question

 28:00 - Viewer Questions

44:25 - One and One

Episode 3 - At the Table with Tom and Eric - Danni Loe from 2022-05-20T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Danni Loe to the table!

1:52 - Getting to Know You

17:50 - The Big Question

31:57 - Viewer Questions

43:39 - One and One

Episode 2 - At the Table with Tom and Eric - Ben Maddox from 2022-05-06T08:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Ben Maddox to the table!

4:46 - Getting to Know You

18:03 - The Big Question

29:50 - Viewer Questions

44:46 - One and One

Episode 1 - At The Table with Tom and Eric - Jerry Hawthrone from 2022-04-21T16:00

This week Tom & Eric bring Jerry Hawthorne to the table!

00:59 - Getting to Know You

14:00 - The Big Question

29:30 - Viewer Questions

45:10 - One and One

Episode 0 - At the Table with Tom and Eric from 2022-04-08T16:00

Tom and Eric interview each other and discuss board games on the first episode of their new show.

This will be the only episode posted here. For this and all future episodes visit Listen

TDT # 750 - The End from 2022-02-22T11:00

In this final episode of the podcast, Tom and Eric discuss some games played on the Dice Tower Cruise, including Rescue Polar Bears: Data and Temperature, Comic Hunters, Voices in My Head, and L...

TDT # 749 - Salt and Sass from 2022-02-15T11:05:14

From 519 to 749... we (Suzanne and Mandi) wrap up our time with the podcast as co-hosts. We'll chat about games, dive into the mailbag, and say thanks to all the listeners who've supported us th...

TDT # 748 - Best Games From 5 Years Ago - 2017 from 2022-02-08T11:00

In this episode, Tom, Eric, Suzanne, and Mandi discuss Creature Comforts, BoonLake, Splitter, and Free Radicals. Geoff revisits the subject of the weight we give opinions, we have a Tale of Boar...

TDT # 747 - Shark Infested Podcast from 2022-02-01T11:00:33

"The Shark" Ashley joins Suzanne and Mandi as they discuss Gates of Delirium, Fox and The Forest Digital, Voyages, That Time You Killed Me, Unsurmountable, and Adventure Game: Grand Hotel Abbado...

TDT # 746 - Best Games From 10 Years Ago - 2012 from 2022-01-25T11:00:53

In this episode, Tom and Eric are joined by former host Sam Healey to discuss CoraQuest, Nidavellir, and Kingdom Death Monster. We catch up with Sam, Geoff revisits our gaming table future, and ...

TDT # 745 - The Long and Short Of It from 2022-01-18T11:00

Eric joins Suzanne and Mandi as they discuss Awkwright The Card Game, What The Heck, Quacks expansion The Alchemists, The Adventures of Robin Hood, Orange Juice expansion for Bullet <3, and Berr...

TDT # 744 - Best Games From 15 Years Ago - 2007 from 2022-01-11T11:00

In this episode, Joe Steadman joins Tom and Eric to discuss Return to Dark Tower, Townsfolk Tussle, Gloomhaven, and Advanced Squad Leader. Geoff has a story of sacrifice, Tom previews some new v...

TDT # 743 - Crossover from 2022-01-04T11:00

Suzanne and Mandi discuss the Comic Quest books, Dom Pierre, Yokohama Roll and Write, Dinosaur Island Rawr and Write, and Number Drop. The Game Pie for the show is full of Hidden Role games.

TDT # 742 - 2021 Year In Review from 2021-12-28T11:00

In this episode, Geoff joins Tom and Eric to discuss Witchstone, Picture Perfect, Warp's Edge, Living Forest, Radlands, and Aqua Garden. Geoff leads a live GameTek discussion, Eric and Geoff rem...

TDT # 741 - Sail Away from 2021-12-21T11:00

In this week's episode, Mandi and Suzanne talk about Tammany Hall, LAMA Dice, Bitoku, and Kids Chronicles. Concordia appears in Tap That App. And the Game Pie of the show is full of games from 2...

TDT # 740 - Biggest Surprises of 2021 from 2021-12-14T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Space Race, Kingdom Hearts Perilous Pursuit, Canopy, and Ark Nova. Geoff fudges the numbers, we have a holiday Tale of Boardgaming Horror, an announcement f...

TDT # 739 - Collection Roots from 2021-12-07T10:30

In this episode, Mandi has a light week but they still discuss Palaces of Carrara, Psycle, 90 Grad, and Brian Boru: High King of Ireland. And they finally get to some of the mailbag!

Supp...

TDT # 738 - Games Ahead of Their Time from 2021-11-30T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss the G.I. Joe Deckbuilding Game, Star Clicker, Crimes and Capers: Lady Leona's Last Wishes, Roll Player Adventures, and Gutenberg. Geoff explores a study tha...

TDT # 737 - Doldrums from 2021-11-23T11:00

In today's show, Mandi and Suzanne discuss GPS, Floriferous, Yokohama Duel, Funkoverse Game of Thrones, and Silencio. The Game Pie of the show is full of Games with Expansions.

Support fo...

TDT # 736 - Dice Tower Retreat Orlando from 2021-11-16T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric are joined at the Dice Tower Retreat Orlando by Stephen Buonocore to talk about all sorts of assorted topics, including but not limited to these games: Bitoku, Rumm...

TDT # 735 - Holiday Yums from 2021-11-09T11:00

In this episode Mandi revisits some games, she and Suzanne talk about Bad Company, Destinies Sea and Sand, Crimes and Capers: High School Hijinks, and Sequoia. Game Pie of the show is Tech Tree ...

TDT # 734 - Games We Should Play, But Haven't from 2021-11-02T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Witchstone, Art Decko, So Clover, Savannah Park, Exit: Kidnapped in Fortune City, and Unfathomable. Geoff tries to scare us, but nothing is as terrifying as...

TDT # 733 - Collection Quantity from 2021-10-26T10:00

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi discuss Smartphone Inc: Status Update 1.1, Riftforce, Islands in the Mist, and Great Plains. One and Done is revived and the show wraps with a Pick Up and Deliv...

TDT # 732 - Party Games from 2021-10-19T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss The Hunger, The Loop, Paint the Roses, 7 Wonders Architects, Bitoku, and Llamaland. Geoff remembers Sid Sackson, we answer questions from the mailbag, and w...

TDT # 731 - Animal Companion from 2021-10-12T10:00

In today's episode, Suzanne and Mandi discuss Durian Dash, Tucano, Shadows of the Obelisk, Paper Dungeons, and Welcome to The Moon. And there's a super sized Spiel Anticipation Game Pie to wrap ...

TDT # 730 - Mass Market Madness from 2021-10-05T10:00

On this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Wild Space, Cascadia, EXIT: The App - The Hotel Ophir, Iki, X-Men United, and Disney Sidekicks. We present a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror, answer question...

TDT # 729 - Pumpkin Spice from 2021-09-28T10:00

Eric joins Suzanne and Mandi on this episode as they discuss Praga Caput Regni, Tranquility, Explorers (the app version), Crash Octopus Automobiles, and Papageno. The Game Pie today? Literary Ga...

TDT # 728 - 30 Minutes or Less from 2021-09-21T10:00

In this episode, Tom is away, so Crystal joins Eric to talk about 50 Missions of The Crew, Hugo, Alice is Missing, Arch Ravels, Gravwell 2nd Edition, and Stellar. Geoff talks about choking, and ...

TDT # 727 - Convention Season from 2021-09-14T10:00

In today's episode, Suzanne and Mandi discuss Tiny Library, Semiramis, Sleeping Gods, 60 Second City, Whirling Witchcraft, and K3. The Game Pie of the day is Nautical games!

Support for T...

TDT # 726 - Trash Talkin' Titles from 2021-09-07T10:00

In this episode, Tom, Suzanne, and Eric discuss Shake Up, Rise of the Metro, Almadi, Happy City, EXIT: The Gate Between Worlds, and Picture Perfect. We answer questions from the mailbag, and the...

TDT # 725 - Back in my day from 2021-08-31T10:00

In this episode, Suzanne and Mandi chat about Winter Queen, Plantopia, Mandala Stones, Mountain Goats, Crack the Code, and Faiyum. And then Suzanne and Mandi serve up a second helping of Draftin...

TDT # 724 - Spiel des Jahres Winners from 2021-08-24T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Omega Virus Prologue, Exit: The Sacred Temple, Sweet Existence: A Strange Planet Card Game, Snakesss, Mystic Paths, and So Clover! Geoff heads to the Olympi...

TDT # 723 - Polyhedral from 2021-08-17T10:00

In this episode, Suzanne and Mandi discuss Godspeed, Mozzaroller, The Loop, Galtoni, Flipover Frog, and Riverside. The pie of the show is Garden Games game pie!

Support for The Dice Tower...

TDT # 722 - City Building Games from 2021-08-10T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Islands in the Mist, Aggretsuko: Work/Rage Balance, Crack the Code, Great Wall, Chronicles of Drunagor, and Ankh: Gods of Egypt. Geoff previews an Interview...

TDT # 721 - Jigsaw or Naw from 2021-08-03T10:00

In today's episode, Mandi and Suzanne discuss Merv, Mazescape Ariadne, Match 5, Gargoyles Awakening, Bonfire, and Castle Party. The Game Pie of the day is: Games set in the old American west. Listen

TDT # 720 - Gimmie a Gimmick from 2021-07-27T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Meadow, Wonderland's War, Cubitos, and Subastral. Geoff discusses some recent studies around playing games with monkeys, and we answer questions from the ma...

TDT # 719 - Digital Influence from 2021-07-20T10:00

In this episode we discuss Dream Crush, Wok and Roll, Four Gardens, Lost Cities Roll and Write, Adventure Mart, and Super Mega Lucky Box! And today's Game Pie is full of Team Games (mostly.)

TDT # 718 - The 2020 Dice Tower Awards from 2021-07-13T10:00

In this episode, we present the 14th Annual Dice Tower Awards, highlighting the best games from 2020.

Support for The Dice Tower comes from TheOp.games and GameNerdz.com

TDT # 717 - Whoopsie Daisies from 2021-07-06T10:00

In today's show - Eric joins Suzanne and Mandi as they talk about Fast and Furious: Highway Heist, The Independence Incident, Varuna, Terraforming Mars: Ares Exp...

TDT # 716 - Unknown Children's Games from 2021-06-29T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Caretos, Gorinto, Paper Dungeons, and Doodle Dungeon. Geoff explains some Unwritten Rules, we answer a bunch of questions from the mailbag, and we finish up...

TDT # 715 - To expand or not to expand from 2021-06-22T10:00

In today's episode Suzanne and Mandi chat about The Magnificent Sno, Rock The Bock, Cat Sudoku, Ramen Ink, and Destinies. Suz chats about the digital deck builder Roguebook and they wrap with so...

TDT # 714 - Duel Games from 2021-06-15T10:00

On this episode, Tom, Suzanne, and Eric discuss Switch and Signal, Fantasy Realms, Uk'otoa, Rowboat, Mythic Battles: Pantheon, and On the Rocks. Geoff discusses Power Laws, and we answer questio...

TDT # 713 - Cold and Chunky from 2021-06-08T10:00

In today's show, Suzanne and Mandi talk about It's a Wonderful World Corruption and Ascension, Imperium Classics (and Legends), The Game Face 2 Face, Bullet <3, and give FIRST IMPRESSIONS of Oat...

TDT # 712 - Mean and Nasty Games from 2021-06-01T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Mandala Stones, Barrage, Castell, Witchstone, Rule the Realm, and Hadrian's Wall. Geoff tells us how to fudge the numbers, we have a Tale of Amazement to sh...

TDT # 002 - Panzers and Pieces from 2021-05-30T01:56:56

In this show, Tom and Joe go back in time to 2005 and listen to our second episode, the only episode to have the show name "Panzers and Pieces".  Join us as we tal...

TDT # 711 - Money Money from 2021-05-25T14:12:55

Tom joins Suzanne and Mandi for this episode as they discuss Clever Cubed, Sheepy Time, Similo Animals, Keystone North America, Rival Networks, and Cloud City. The trio wraps up with a Game Pie ...

TDT # 710 - 123456789101112 from 2021-05-18T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Pass the Pot, Beyond the Sun, The Initiative, Merchant's Cove, Red Rising, and Destinies. Geoff wants us to Take it Away, and we answer questions from the m...

TDT # 001 - The First One from 2021-05-14T14:31:36

In this episode, Tom Vasel and Joe Steadman listen together to their very first episode, originally recorded in 2005.  We talk about our favorite games and more in...

TDT # 709 - Warm Bevy from 2021-05-11T10:00

In this week's episode, we discuss Biblios Parchment and Quill, Hippocrates, Hadrian's Wall, Hashi, Paris, and Summoner Wars 2nd Edition. And today's Game Pie is full of gam es for younger kids....

TDT # 708 - Z is for Zany from 2021-05-04T10:00

In this episode, Tom, Mandi, and Eric discuss Castles of Burgundy (Alea 20th Anniversary Edition), Monster Slaughter, Umbra Via, EXIT: The Cemetery of the Knight, Equinox, and The Specialists. G...

TDT # 707 - Wood or Plastic from 2021-04-27T10:00

In this episode, we chat about Space Race, Royal Visit, Pan Am, Medici Dice, Las Vegas Royale, and A Gentle Rain. To wrap, we serve up a Game Pie full of beautiful Vincent Dutrait art.

Su...

TDT # 706 - Best of 2001 (20 Years Ago) from 2021-04-20T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Let's Make a Bus Route: The Dice Game, Bravo!, Santorini: New York, The Quest Kids, Andor, Catapult Kingdoms, and Spinboard Ghost Adventure. We have a tale ...

TDT # 705 - MCU from 2021-04-13T10:00

In today's episode, we discuss Block Ness, Capital Lux 2 solo, and Cryo. We swing to the app side of things to wax romantic over Dorfromantik and we serve up a Sto...

TDT # 704 - Y is for Yelling from 2021-04-06T10:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Escape Tales: Children of Wyrmwood, Haiclue, Marvel United Expansions, and The Initiative. Geoff tries to get us to stop, we have a new Tale of Horror, and ...

TDT # 703 - M&M Insider from 2021-03-30T10:00

Another mish mash of games in today's episode as Suzanne and Mandi discuss Oaxaca Crafts of a Culture, The Field of Cloth of Gold, Smash Up Marvel, Carnegie, Genot...

TDT # 702 - Best of 2006 (15 Years Ago) from 2021-03-23T10:00

In this episode, Tom, Suzanne, and Eric discuss Three Sisters, Cascadia, Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition, Lovelace and Babbage, For Science! and Danger Park. Geoff enters the world of NFTs, w...

TDT # 701 - Beetlejuice from 2021-03-16T10:00

In today's episode we chat about Dive, Brew, Mariposas, Troyes Dice, Hallertau, and Sherlock Files Vol 3. And the pie of the day be Pirate Pie, arrrr.

TDT # 700 - Tom, Eric, and YOU! from 2021-03-09T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Faiyum, Unlock: Mythic Adventures, Res Arcana (on BoardGameArena), Fantasy Realms, and Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits. Geoff concludes his series on s...

TDT # 699 - Make It So from 2021-03-02T11:00

Eric joins Suzanne and Mandi to talk about Pusheen The Purrfect Pick Card Game, 7 Wonders and 7 Wonders Duel (on BGA), Escape Tales Children of Wyrmwood, The Whatn...

TDT # 698 - X is for What? from 2021-02-23T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric discuss Unlock: Mythic Adventures, Cantaloop, Via Magica, Sleeping Gods, and Lucky Numbers. Geoff begins a series on Solo games, we have a new Tale of Boardgaming H...

TDT # 697 - M E L E E from 2021-02-16T11:00

In this episode we chat about Judge Dredd Helter Skelter (a Wildlands Game), Wolle - Volle Weide - Honeymoon - Hamstern roll and writes, Maglev Metro, and 111 Ants...

TDT # 696 - Top Ten Games from 2011 (Ten Years Ago) from 2021-02-09T11:00

In this episode, Tom, Mandi, and Eric discuss Seastead, Hadrian's Wall, Forgotten Waters, After the Empire, Box One, and Canvas. Geoff gives us tips for lining up. We have a Tale of Boardgaming ...

TDT # 695 - Chewy Candy from 2021-02-02T12:00

A new approach to episode titles!

And Suz and Mandi discuss Dune Imperium, Rome and Roll, Paladin of the West Kingdom:...

TDT # 694 - Top Ten Games That Start With W from 2021-01-26T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric review Mini Golf Designer, Decipher, Pulp Invasion, Super Skill Pinball, and Star Wars Unlock. Geoff bakes some cookies, we present a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror...

TDT # 693 - Vegas, Baby from 2021-01-19T11:00

Tom joins Suzanne and Mandi on this episode! Tom takes a little graphic design rant detour - but the crew manages to cover Village Green, Burgle Bros 2, and Under ...

TDT # 692 - Top Ten Games from 2016 (Five Years Ago) from 2021-01-12T11:00

in this episode, Tom and Eric review Hallertau, Taxi Derby, The Search for Planet X, and Icecool. Geoff discusses the South African Lottery, we answer questions from the mailbag, we preview the ...

TDT # 691 - Anticipating 2021 from 2021-01-05T11:00

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi discuss Lost Ruins of Arnak, Marco Polo II, Honey Buzz, and Gods Love Dinosaurs. And then our intrepid podcasters serve up a Cost...

TDT # 690 - Top Ten Family Games of 2020 from 2020-12-29T11:00

In this episode, Tom, Suzanne, and Eric review Dinner in Paris, Adventure Tactics: Domianne's Tower, Abandon All Artichokes, Turing Tumble, Capital Lux 2, and Dice Trip Switzerland. We then answ...

TDT # 689 - Top Ten of 2020 from 2020-12-22T11:00

In this episode, recorded from the Winter Spectacular Live Video Stream, Eric, Mandi, Ella and Suzanne team up to run through their Top Ten Games of 2020.

TDT # 688 - Danville from 2020-12-15T11:00

In this episode, Suzanne and Mandi discuss Kingdom Rush: Drift In Time, Rajas of The Ganges The Dice Charmers, Unmatched: Little Red Riding Hood vs Beowulf, Escape...

TDT # 687 - V is for Victory from 2020-12-08T11:30

Tom and Eric discuss Dwellings of Eldervale, Gates of Mara, Spies and Lies, Mint Cooperative, and Marvel Codenames, and Eric gives an update on his game room project. Geoff looks for new wargame...

TDT # 686 - Spam Call from 2020-12-01T11:00

Eric joins Suzanne and Mandi to talk about Atheneum, Santa Monica, BEEZ, Kringle Caper, Escape Tales Low Memory, Calico, Gulo Gulo, and Goblivion. Then they trio s...

TDT # 685 - Hybrid Games from 2020-11-24T15:41:33

In this show, Tom is joined by Jeremy Howard as Eric is away. We talk about Paris, Almanac, and Whistle Mountain. Geoff brings some insight that's for the birds an...

TDT # 684 - Rose Atoll from 2020-11-17T11:30

In this episode we briefly chat about our My City experience, discuss Fairy Trails, Aqualin, Warp's Edge, Glasgow, and Too Many Bones plus a quick 3-game family ga...

TDT # 683 - U is for Underachieving from 2020-11-12T02:44:30

Mandi joins us as we review Unmatched Cobble and Fog, In a Flash Firefighters, Coatl, Strike, Cubitos, and Dune: Imperium.  We then answer a few questions, and fin...

TDT # 682 - Fort Worth from 2020-11-03T11:00

Suzanne and Mandi discuss Undo: Forbidden Knowledge, Der Clou, Castles of Tuscany, Fish Farewell Forever, and Noir Deductive Mystery Game, and Red Cathedral.
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TDT # 681 - One Hit Wonders from 2020-10-28T01:40:35

In this show, we talk about Boomerangs, Furnace, The Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits, a...

TDT # 680 - Syracuse from 2020-10-20T10:00

In today's show Mandi talks a couple games that could be used by educators, Monza and Timeline Canada, Suzanne covers Spire's End and Dreams of Tomorrow, and after...

TDT # 679 - "T" is for Tomorrow from 2020-10-13T12:00

In this show, we review Gudetama, 5er Finden, Box of Rocks, Beyond the Sun, and Etherfields!  Geoff talks about flavors of cheating, and Tom and Eric answer questi...

TDT # 678 - General Purpose Georgia from 2020-10-06T10:30

In today's quick episode, we discuss Papayoo, Welcome to Dino World, and Gudetama. We cover a couple of board game apps... and double down on digital in an Analog ...

TDT # 677 - Vasel's Law is Wrong from 2020-09-29T23:26:48

Suzanne joins us as we review Ohanami, Marvel United, Hierarchy, Micro City, Finished!, and Inhuman Conditions.  Geoff talks about Markov Chains, we talk about des...

TDT # 676 - General Purpose Kansas from 2020-09-22T10:00

We review Haunted Mansion: Call For Spirits, Seasons of Rice, Tellstones, Avignon, and Master Word. We cover a floral one and done. And we close the show with a De...

TDT # 675 - "S" is for Star What? from 2020-09-15T11:24:52

In this episode, we review Poo: the Card Game, Escape from the Asylum part 1, Who Would Win?, Mystery House expansion, Harbour, and Big Monster. We answer question...

TDT # 674 - Durango from 2020-09-08T20:03:56

Eric joins Suzanne and Mandi this episode. They discuss Karuba The Card Game, (Spoiler-free) Pandemic Legacy Season 0, Super Skill Pinball 4-cade, Truffle Shuffle,...

TDT # 673 - Flora Games from 2020-09-03T02:38:19

In this show, we talk about Last Defense, Endangered, The Curious Stairs of Mr. Hincks, Break in Alcatraz, Apollo, and Tiny Epic Galaxies: Blast Off!  Geoff talks ...

TDT # 672 - Okanagan from 2020-08-25T10:30

Reviews: Orchard, Herd Mentality, Cleocatra, Sonora

Apps: Axio and Cartographers

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TDT # 671 - Questionpalooza from 2020-08-18T10:00

In this episode, we review Pop-Tarts the game, Targi with its new expansion, Mia London and the Case of the 625 Scoundrels, Nidavallir, Pendulum, and Small World o...

TDT # 670 - Northern Mariana Islands from 2020-08-11T10:00

Suzanne and Mandi review Smartphone Inc, Deep Vents, Viscounts of the West Kingdom, and Cat Sudoku. They chat about a couple of Shelf Staples. And the show wraps w...

TDT # 669 - R is not for Pirates from 2020-08-04T10:51:25

In this episode, we review Scooby Doo: Betrayal at Mystery Mansion, Overpower, Pendulum, CT...

TDT # 668 - Belleville from 2020-07-28T11:00

Tom joins Suzanne and Mandi to discuss Tekhenu, Mini Express, My City, Fort, 5er Finden, and Aqua Mirabilis. A quick trip to the digital zone... and we wrap with a...

TDT # 667 - Fearsome Fauna from 2020-07-21T08:00

In this episode, we talk about Back to the Future: Dice Through Time, Solarquest, Flash 8, Cloudspire, Voltron: Defender of the Universe, and Marvel United!  Geoff...

TDT # 666 - Easily Recognizable Code from 2020-07-14T10:30

In this show we talk about Unicorn Glitterluck Cloud Stacking, Brains, Egizia, Demeter, Porto, and Empyreal Spells & Steam and serve up a Game Pie all about polyom...

TDT # 665 - Q is for Qroll and Write from 2020-06-30T09:30

In this episode, we talk about our favorite games that start with the letter "Q".  There's more than you think!  We also review Tekhenu, Cosmic Encounter Duel, Pri...

TDT # 664 - Montserrat from 2020-06-23T10:00

In this episode we review The Search for Planet X, Woodlands, The Captain is Dead, and Trails of Tucana. We also give first impressions on The Whatnot Cabinet and ...

TDT # 663 - Sports Time from 2020-06-16T10:47:53

In this show, we talk about Scooby-Doo Escape From the Haunted Mansion, Roll Player: Fiends and Familiers, Pan Am, Listen

TDT # 662 - Ruleville from 2020-06-09T14:39:16

In this episode, Eric Summerer joins Suzanne and Mandi! They review Exchange, The Mind Extreme, Tang Garden, Knapp Daneben, and Roll For The Galaxy. The crew discu...

TDT # 661 - P is for Pontificate from 2020-06-02T13:12:01

In this show, we review The Alpha, High Rise, Back to the Future: Back in Time, Adventure G...

TDT # 660 - Marshall from 2020-05-26T15:12:08

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi review Forest Guardians, Formosa Tea, AuZtralia, OK Play, and Clinic. They also take a look at the upcoming Viticulture app. And ...

TDT # 659 - Race for the Prize from 2020-05-19T11:12:39

Survey for contest is here:

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TDT # 658 - Jamaica from 2020-05-12T20:27:55

In this episode Mandi and Suzanne review Paladins of the West Kingdom, Four Senses, On The Underground, Piece of Pie, Vindication, and Qwixx The Card Game. We also...

TDT # 657 - "O" My Goodness from 2020-05-05T14:32:42

Survey for contest is here:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/79J6ZFF

In this episode, we review Marvel Infinity Gauntlet, Rise o...

TDT # 656 - El Paso from 2020-04-28T07:55:37

In today's show we talk about Traintopia, Space Explorers, Rival Networks, and Minecraft Card Game. One and Done AND a new app make an appearance. And we end on a ...

TDT # 655 - Best of 2000 (Twenty Years Ago) from 2020-04-21T11:14:32

In this show, Tom and Eric talk about  Rush MD, Clip Cut Parks, Forgotten Waters, Unlock: T...

TDT # 654 - Unassigned Numbering Plan from 2020-04-14T10:00

In this brief episode, we talk about BLOCK.BLOCK, Tranquility, and Gloomy Graves. We review the new Sagrada app. And we wrap with some Q&A.

TDT # 653 - N is for No from 2020-04-07T11:47:49

In this episode, Tom takes a look at games Eric has already played, and Eric delves a bit more into Escape Room games.  Geoff talks about exponents, and we end the...

TDT # 652 - Isolation Schmisolation from 2020-03-31T11:00

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi discuss Cooper Island, TIME Stories Hadal Project, Orchard Ocean, One Hundred Torii, the Charterstone app, and discuss gaming whi...

TDT # 651 - Best of 2005 from 2020-03-24T12:10:23

In this episode, Tom and Eric take a look at games from 15 years ago - 2005!  We also answer a pile of questions about our gaming kryptonite, double wave shipping,...

TDT # 650 - San Jose from 2020-03-17T16:37:30

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi talk about Stellar, Ripple Rush, Bosk, Cubitos, Dice Hospital, and Imhotep The Duel. They chat about Epic The Card game in digita...

TDT # 649 - M is for MmmBop from 2020-03-11T10:56:29

In this show, we review Remember our Trip, Adventure Games: the Dungeon, Funkoverse, Toy Story, Ratville, and Wonder Woman.  We also look back at Dice Tower West, ...

TDT # 648 - Top 10 Annoyances and Joys from 2020-03-03T14:07:24

In this show, Tom & Eric are joined by Crystal, Suzanne, and Zee live at Dice Tower West 2020 for our top ten small joys and annoyances in games!  Eric also does a...

TDT # 647 - Keep or Cull from 2020-02-25T11:30

In this episode we review Video Vortex, Robin of Locksley, Oceans, Space Battle Lunchtime, Praise, Cactus, and Caylus 1303. We chat about a couple of sentimental s...

TDT # 646 - Best Game from 2010 (a decade ago!) from 2020-02-18T12:00

In this episode, we take a look at Sabotage, Munchkin Ducktales, Fast Sloths, ArtSee, Euphoria, and Dominations.  Geoff talks about communication limits, we answer...

TDT # 645 - Dream Duo from 2020-02-11T11:00

In this episode we review Railways of Nippon, Noch Mal So Gut, Rival Restaurants, and 1911 Amundsen vs Scott. Mandi talks about digital Carcassonne while Suzanne d...

TDT # 644 - Dice Tower Cruise 2020 Live from 2020-02-04T12:26:39

In this show, recorded live on the Independence of the Sea, Tom and Eric are joined by Crystal Pisano, Zee Garcia, Paula Deming, and Joe Steadman to record a live ...

TDT # 643 - Fox Fight from 2020-01-28T19:09:57

In this episode, Suzanne and Mandi cover Chocolate Factory, Sierra West, Ecosystem, Slide Quest, Letter Jam, and Streaming. They have a Listen

TDT # 642 - "L" is for Laughter from 2020-01-21T12:52:14

In this show, we talk about Passtally, Rheinlander, a couple of Unlock games, Isle of Cats, Oceans, and the new Time Stories: the Hadal Project!  Geoff talks about...

TDT # 641 - Short and Sweet from 2020-01-14T21:45:05

In today's short show, we talk about Tribes Dawn of Humanity and Mandala. We cover two apps (6 Nimmt/6 Takes and Two Spies) and have a brief and personal chat abou...

TDT # 640 - Best of 2015 (Five Years Ago) from 2020-01-06T16:00

In this show, we take a look at UBoot, 50 Clues, Porto, Space Shipped, Taverns of Tiefenthal, and talk about which escape room games have the best hint system. Listen

TDT # 639 - Looking Forward to 2020 from 2019-12-31T11:00

In this episode we review Trismegistus, Taverns of Tiefenthal, Atlantis Rising, Decktective, Air Land And Sea, and Remember Our Trip. We also chat about a couple o...

TDT # 638 - Best of 2019 from 2019-12-24T13:30:13

In this show, we take a look back at the year 2019.  We talk bout our favorite games in multiple categories, including best artwork, best expansion, and more!  We ...

TDT # 637 - K is for Krazy from 2019-12-17T12:09:46

In this show, we talk about LUX Aeterna, Return to Dark Tower, Space Bowl, Stay Cool, Smoothies, and Trails of Toucana.  Geoff talks about New Voices in Gaming, an...

TDT # 636 - Old Timey Pie from 2019-12-10T23:34:53

In this episode we cover a range of games including On Origins of the Species, Megacity Oceana, Misty, Florenza The Dice Game, Dungeon Academy, and 18Lilliput. We ...

TDT # 635 - Underrated Games from 2019-12-03T13:04:40

In this show, we talk about a ton of games.  Not only Maracaibo, Bruxelles 1897, Blitzkrieg, Belratti, Roll Estate, and the Crew; but Tom talks about 18 games in r...

TDT # 634 - Exception Games from 2019-11-26T10:00

In this episode we review Pigasus, Team 3, 1987 Channel Tunnel, Aquicorn Cove, Electropolis, Fantastic Factories, and Miyabi. And then we discuss Exception Games i...

TDT # 633 - J is for Jammin' from 2019-11-19T12:35:18

In this show, we discuss Yukon Airways, Marco Polo 2, Mint Condition, It's a Wonderful World, Conspiracy: Abyss Universe, and Sarah's Vision.  We also answer quest...

TDT # 632 - So. Many. Games. from 2019-11-17T20:43:48

In this episode we discuss Expedition to New Dale, Blitzkreig!, Azul Summer Pavilion, Beasty Borders, Nova Luna, and a few escape room style games. Mandi wants som...

TDT # 631 - Introductory Games from 2019-11-07T22:45:04

In this show, we answer a pile of questions, including some behind-the-scenes information, and briefly discuss our trip to Essen.  We also talk about Minecraft the...

The Dice Tower Episode 630 - Live from Essen Spiel 2019 from 2019-10-30T10:53:27

Mandi, Sam, Zee, Suzanne, Eric, and Tom all come together on Eric's birthday to celebrate a live show at the Essen Spiel fair 2019!  Recorded live in front of an a...

The Dice Tower Episode 629 - Essen 2019 Preview from 2019-10-21T11:21:16

All four hosts are in this show, as we take a look at the list of Essen games (by Eric Martin on www.boardgamegeek.com) ...

The Dice Tower Episode 628 - I is for Ice Cream from 2019-10-15T11:27:51

In this show, we are joined by Becca Scott from Geek & Sundry as we delve into a pile of questions and talk about recording game plays on video!  We also review th...

The Dice Tower Episode 627 - Double Parked from 2019-10-08T09:00

In this episode, we review Cursed Court, Parks, Curios, 3 HABA titles, and Kindomino Duel. Suzanne shares a new app and we wrap with a few quick questions.

The Dice Tower Episode 626 - Horror Games from 2019-10-01T11:50:11

In this show, we talk about Tapestry, Chocolate Factory, and Rail Pass!  We answer questions, including a malicious genie, Monopoly today, the magic number of play...

TDT # 625 - Cart Campers from 2019-09-24T17:22:33

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi discuss Skulk Hollow, Ragusa, Empires of the North, Deadly Doodles, Ecos and Hats. They also cover a couple of One and Done games...

The Dice Tower Episode 624 - H is for Hype from 2019-09-17T10:00

On today's show, Tom and Eric recap the Dice Tower Retreat, with both old and new games played. We discuss Power Rangers, Die Hard, Star Wars Outer Rim, Detective: City of Angels, Le Havre, Cave...

TDT # 623 - If I Could Turn Back Time from 2019-09-10T19:14:11

In episode 623, Mandi and Suzanne review Space Base The Emergence of Shy Pluto, Time Chase, Trapper Keeper, Little Town, Tales of Glory, and Watergate. They also d...

TDT # 622 - "G" is for Games from 2019-09-03T14:35:17

In this show, we talk about Adventure Games: the Dungeon, Caravan, Brikks, Time Chase, Letter Jam, and the King's Dilemma.  We also answer questions about rethemin...

TDT # 621 - Player Counts... Nope! from 2019-08-27T17:47:11

In this episode, we take a look at Era, Cat Cafe, Pipeline, Icarus, Undo, and Clip Cut Parks. We discuss a couple of One and Dones ...

TDT # 620 - 7 Player Games from 2019-08-21T12:14:08

In this episode, we take a look at Pipeline, Mystery House, Clank Legacy, Aftermath, The Ta...

TDT # 619 - I Really Want A Doughnut from 2019-08-13T16:34:56

In this episode, Mandi and Suzanne chat about some games that caught their eye at Gen Con and discuss recent games played including Abomination, Moon Base, Colors of Paris, Across The United Sta...

TDT # 618 - Live from Gen Con 2019! from 2019-08-06T13:07:22

In this episode, Crystal, Mandi, Suzanne, Zee, and the Brother Murph all join in for our annual live show at Gen Con 2019!  We start by talking about some recent g...

TDT # 617 - Gen Con 2019 Preview from 2019-07-29T23:26:43

In this episode, all four hosts join together for a supersized episode in which we talk about all the upcoming releases at Gen Con 2019!

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TDT # 616 - Go Go Art and Imports from 2019-07-23T10:00

In this episode, we talk about Atelier, In Front of the Elevator, Nine Tiles Panic, Dark Domains, Power Rangers: Heroes of the Grid, and Undo. Listen

TDT # 615 - "F" is for Fun from 2019-07-16T13:12:38

In this episode, we talk about Medieval Age, Kenny G: Keepin’ it Saxy, Shobu, Lockup: A Rol...

TDT # 614 - Dice Tower Awards from 2019-07-09T10:40:03

In this show, we are joined by various contributors to the Dice Tower Network to introduce the Dice Tower Awards for best games of 2018.  Awards include best artwo...

TDT # 613 - Abstract Strategy Games from 2019-07-02T12:35:23

In this show, Tom talks about his travels to Khan Kon in China, we review Circle the Wagons, Master of Respect, T.I.M.E. Stories, ...

TDT # 612 - Ends With Costumes from 2019-06-25T10:00

Suzanne and Mandi discuss some solo play games including a new app and chat about what makes a good lunch time game and what some of their favorites are to play. Listen

TDT # 611 - "E" is for "Eggcellent" from 2019-06-19T22:59:01

(Note:  Due to international internet randomness, the show is going up late.  Our apologies!)

In this show, Geoff show...

TDT # 610 - Procrastinating Polka from 2019-06-11T10:00

In today's show, Mandi and Suz discuss The Gallerist, Ticket to Ride New York, Futuropia, L.A.M.A., Clank In Space, and Pandemic Rapid Response. They also run thro...

TDT # 609 - Roll and Write from 2019-06-04T11:25:48

Tom is in the UK, so Mandi and Suzanne come on board to talk about our top 10 Roll and Write games!  We also review Wendake, Tiny,...

TDT # 608 - Vegetarians and Ventriloquists from 2019-05-28T14:08:02

Mandi and Suzanne discuss Doppelt So Clever, Imperial Settlers The Roll and Write, Ohanami, Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Dice Throne, and Kodama 3D. Th...

TDT #607 - D is for Dragons from 2019-05-21T11:28:32

In this show, we review My First Castle Panic, Duelosaur Island, Transformers TCG,Dice of P...

TDT # 606 - So You Say You Want a Revolution from 2019-05-14T10:00

In today’s show, we talk about a little revolution, Mandi teaches Suzanne a new song and we chat about the hot new deck building game app....

TDT #605 - Games that Light a Spark from 2019-05-07T11:15:34

In this show, we talk about Lord of the Rings: Journeys in the Middle-Earth, Silver & Gold,  Listen

TDT #604 - Abstract Atmosphere from 2019-04-30T11:00

In this show, we get a Thunderstone Quest update from Mandi, roll out with the Transformers TCG and talk about the latest and greatest in movies and television, al...

TDT #603 - "C" is for Cookie from 2019-04-23T12:59:46

In this episode, we have TWO Summerers!  Eric interviews his brother, and Geoff talks about teamwork.  We also review some Escape ...

TDT #602 - Suzanne speaks French! from 2019-04-16T10:54:44

In today's show, Mandi talks a lot of two player games, including an app, and we get "real" about our supposed friendship!

TDT #601 - Hilarious Games from 2019-04-09T12:33:12

NOTE:  We had some mike problems with Tom's mike - our apologies!

In this episode, we are joined by noted gamer Gary P...

TDT #600 - The Quiet Achievement from 2019-04-02T18:56:06

Hey, it's # 600!  In this show, we talk about Thunderstone Quest, Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale, Camel Up, A Pleasant Journey to Neko, Airship City, Rolling Ra...

TDT # 599 - "B" is for Betwixt from 2019-03-26T13:00:31

In this show, we talk about 

Blossoms, Bloxx, First Contact, Listen

TDT # 598 - This and That from 2019-03-19T10:00

In this show, Mandi and Suzanne talk about Dice Tower West with their opinions on that.  They also review Ocean Crisis and Catastrophe expansion, Glenmore 2 Chronicles, Tiny Towns, Cytosis and K...

TDT # 597- Top 10 Get Out of My Face from 2019-03-12T12:27:23

In this show, all four hosts are joined by Sam and Zee live at Dice Tower West 2019!  We talk about five things in gaming we want to "get out of our face". ...

TDT # 596- Most Played Games from 2019-03-05T05:33:23

In this episode, we talk about some recent stuff that's shown up in the mail.  Geoff interviews a few people, we talk about Counte...

TDT # 595 - Cosmic Camel Crisis from 2019-02-26T12:41:56

In this episode, we talk about Kickstarters we are taking a look at, Scorpius Freighter, Crisis, HexRoller, Passing Through Petra, Cosmic Run Regneration, Vadora G...

TDT # 594 - A says "Apple" from 2019-02-19T13:14:30

In this episode, we hear a bittersweet tale of Amazement, listen to Geoff talk about rituals, discuss Dinogenics, Wingspan, Big Money, the Brigade, Showtime, and M...

TDT # 593 - Slap it, Ship it, Stain it from 2019-02-12T12:45:32

In this episode, we talk about new games coming in, a recent convention for Suzanne, our new video show, and more!  Games include Slap It, Fertility, Expancity, Fl...

TDT # 592 - Best of 2004 (Fifteen years ago) from 2019-02-05T04:09:04

In this episode, we talk about the Merlin expansion, Once upon a Castle, Master of the Galaxy, Comanauts, Franchise, and VOLT.  We also hear a fantastic tale, Geof...

TDT # 591 - Shipping 2019 from 2019-01-29T12:51:18

In this show, Mandi and Suzanne recount their adventures on the Dice Tower Cruise, and also talk about things that they are looking forward to in 2019!

TDT # 590 - Discussion Topic Extravaganza from 2019-01-22T13:04:25

Tom, Zee, Suzanne, Mandi, Eric, Sam, and Jason all come together in a show - recorded live on Dice Tower Cruise 2019.  We talk about a few games we've been playing...

TDT # 589 - Best of 10 Years Ago (2009) from 2019-01-15T12:00

In this episode, we talk about Wingspan, New Frontiers, Coin & Crown, Arraial, Nyctophobia,...

TDT # 588 - Last Minute Packing from 2019-01-08T20:43:56

In this episode, we talk about some Kickstarters that we are looking at, as well as some upcoming events!  We review Piepmatz, Scorpius Freighter, Mercado, Treasur...

TDT # 587 - Best from Five Years Ago (2014) from 2019-01-01T13:38:02

In this show, we talk about Outback, Subatomic, The Boldest, Crown of Emara, Fertility, and ...

TDT # 586 - Best of 2018 from 2018-12-25T11:44:59

In this show, we take a look back at the year 2018 for board gaming!  We discuss the year as a whole, talk about our favorite art in games, our favorite expansion,...

TDT # 585 - Pie-Less in Seattle from 2018-12-18T12:48:18

In this episode, we talk about a pile of games, as Mandi talks about her experiences at the Dice Tower Retreat.  We also talk about cleaning up games.  Who's respo...

TDT # 584 - Best Adventure Games from 2018-12-11T12:42:17

In this episode, Tom and Eric take a look at The Pretender, Ya Blew It, Nemesis, The Reckoners, Ceylon, and Solenia.   We also hear Geoff test out the Pop-O-Matic,...

TDT # 583 - PAXU 2018 from 2018-12-04T12:42:59

In this episode, we come to you live from Pax Unplugged 2018.  Not only do Mandi and Suzanne talk about the convention itself, but Tom and Eric invade the show to ...

TDT # 582 - Games we Replaced, but Kept Anyway from 2018-11-27T13:56:19

In this show, we talk about Lords of Hellas, Underwater Cities, Subatomic, Fireball Island, Just One, and Terraforming Mars: Colonies.  Geoff talks about knitting,...

TDT # 581 - It's Getting Dark in Here from 2018-11-20T11:50:01

In this show, we talk about Blackout: Hong Kong, Going around the City, Narcos the Board Game, Escape Tales: the Awakening, Duelosaur Island, and Layers.  We also ...

TDT # 580 - Team vs. Team Games from 2018-11-14T12:13:32

In this show, we take a look at the new Azul, Lady and the Tiger, Forum Trajanum, Die Legende der Irrlichter,  Majolica, and Billy Kerr.  Geoff also talks about th...

TDT # 579 - Messing Around Essen from 2018-11-06T04:13:11

In this show, Suzanne and Mandi talk about their recent trip to Essen.  Second time in, how did we do?  We also talk about games, like Bloxx!, Moveable Type, Holdi...

TDT # 578 - Live from Essen Spiel 2018 from 2018-10-31T11:25

In this episode, recorded live at Essen 2018 (so forgive the audio quality), we talk about some games at the fair, play our annual game show, and take some questio...

TDT # 577 - Essen Spiele 2018 Preview from 2018-10-16T11:31:51

In this episode, all four hosts show up and talk about one of the biggest gaming events of the year!  First, we talk about last year's show, and where we are on ou...

TDT # 576 - Our Best Convention Experiences from 2018-10-09T12:01:43

In this episode, we review Dice Settlers, Treasure Island, Echidna Shuffle, Camel Up, Get the MacGuffin, and Star Trek Fluxx.  Geoff talks about Battle Royale, we ...

TDT # 575 - The Quiet before the Storm from 2018-10-02T11:03:50

In this show, Mandi recaps some conventions she's been to, and we talk about Paleolithic, Roll Player, Gizmos, War Chest, Loot, Lost Cities, and 6 Nimmt.  We also ...

TDT # 574 - Top 10 Relaxing Games from 2018-09-25T12:37:06

Welcome to the Dice Tower!  In this show, we talk about New Found Land, Teotihuacan, Henhouse Havoc, Spirits of the Wild, and Scarabaya, Roll to the Top.  We also ...

TDT # 573 - Live from Grand Con 2018 from 2018-09-19T03:22:05

Recorded at Grand Con 2018, in Grand Rapids Michigan - Eric and Mandi join forces to bring you our latest podcast!

TDT # 572 - Epic Games from 2018-09-11T11:10:15

In this show, we look at the Cryptid, the Brady Bunch Party Game, the expansion to Meeple Circus, Spell Smashers, and Fast Forward: Forture.  We also hear a tale o...

TDT # 571 - Review Symphonies, Spies, and Strategies from 2018-09-04T10:36:03

In this show, we talk about Sailing Toward Osiris, Symphony # 9, Spy Club, Gunkimino, Newton, and Escape Extra!  We also take a look at a couple of apps, and go in...

TDT # 570 - Review Spectacular! from 2018-08-29T10:39:08

In this show, we simply review a pile of games, including Yellow & Yangtzee, Spy Club, The Hearmees, Dinosaur Tea Party, The Edge: Downfall, Warhammer 40K Dice Mas...

TDT # 569 - Kicking it with Samurais from 2018-08-21T11:03:11

Welcome to another show!  In this show we look at some Kickstarters, look beyond the hotness, and delve into the mail bag for questions.  We talk about post-GenCon...

TDT # 568 - Best Real Time Games from 2018-08-14T17:37:20

First, we talk about Keyforge, Hail Hydra, Pantone, 8-Bit Box, Mint Delivery, and TransEurop...

TDT # 567 - Live from Gen Con 2018 from 2018-08-07T11:32:44

It's our live show from Gen Con! Join us for a a little discussion on the show itself, a wealth of game announcements, the announcement of Dice Tower West, and som...

TDT # 566 - Inserts: To Keep or not to Keep? from 2018-08-01T10:19:46

In this episode, we talk about Thunderstone Quest, Passtally, Harvest, Unfair and its new expansion, Century Spice: Eastern Wonders, and Villainous.  We also discu...

TDT # 565 - Gen Con 2018! from 2018-07-24T11:17:38

In this episode, Tom, Eric, and Mandi try to tell Suzanne just what Gen Con is like.  We also answer a pile of Gen Con specific questions before jumping into the h...

TDT # 564 - Family Games from 2018-07-17T11:48:20

In this show, we talk about Root, Luxor, Ranking, and Quebec!  Two old and two new!  We also answer questions, talk about Dice Tower Con 2018, hear a tale of horro...

TDT # 563 - Dice Tower Awards 2018 from 2018-07-10T12:05:47

In this show, all of us show up live at Dice Tower Con 2018 for the annual Dice Tower Awards!  Joined by a host of contributors to the show, we hand out the awards...

TDT # 562 - Oh, Look at the Time! from 2018-07-03T11:57:06

In this episode, we talk about some of the new games we picked up at Origins, and Suzanne tries to keep Mandi awake!  We're also on our way to go to Dice Tower Con...

TDT # 561 - Best Train Games from 2018-06-26T12:21:01

In this episode, we're back!  To normal, that is - and we run a very normal episode with a very normal advertisement at the very end.  Wait, what?  Anyway, we talk...

TDT # 560 - Live from Origins 2018 from 2018-06-19T11:28:36

So it's our annual live Origins show. (as a side note, we're stuck with their audio system, so that's why things are they way they are.)

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TDT # 559 - Origins 2018 Preview from 2018-06-12T03:45:18

In this episode, we talk about Magic Maze Kids, Boomerang, Kashgar, Pursuit of Happiness: Community, Way of the Panda, and My Little Scythe.  We also talk about th...

TDT # 558 - Best Cooperative Games from 2018-06-05T10:56:12

In this show, Mandi and Eric talk about Council of 4, Junk Orbit, Drop It, Now Boarding, Oh ...

TDT # 557 - Reboot@button Oops! from 2018-05-29T16:49:35

In this episode, we go back to our normal programming!  We review The Last Garden, Long Live the Queen, Memoaar, Powerships, Tea Dragon Society, and Prowler's Pass...

TDT # 556 - Games to teach Science from 2018-05-22T11:04:18

In this show, Eric survives a lot to show up and record with Suzanne!  We talk about MetroX, Renegade, Reworld, Pyramids of the Jaguar, Sunset Over Water, and Keyp...

TDT # 555 - Come On CMON from 2018-05-15T12:49:02

In this show, we talk about different games played at the CMON expo, including Council of 4, 13 Clues, Modern Art, and Dragon Castle.  We also discuss overproduced...

TDT # 554 - Games that teach History from 2018-05-08T13:51:29

In this show, we talk about Mistborn, Queensdale, Incorporated, Space Base, Pass the Pandas, and Felicity: The Cat in the Sack.  Travis Chance from Kolossal Games ...

TDT # 553 - Stop, Drop, and Scrape from 2018-05-01T10:43:32

In this show, we talk about Dr. Beaker, Die Horbies, Drop It, Monster Trap, Stop Thief, and Decrypto.  We also look at some classic games, like High Society and In...

TDT # 552 - Games that teach English from 2018-04-24T11:16:26

Tom and Mandi record live from a small convention the Gathering of Friends.  We talk about analysis paralysis, Choose Your Own Adventure Games, Pie Town, The Mind,...

TDT551 - Favorite Roll and Writes! from 2018-04-18T12:15:25

In this show, we talk a lot about "roll and write" games.  What are they?  Why do we like them?  And most importantly, what are our favorites?  We also talk about Hype and games, and Eric shows ...

TDT # 550 - Games that teach Mathematics from 2018-04-10T11:51:12

In this episode, we review Oh My Goods, Steamrollers, Dungeon Rush, and Seikatsu.  We dare t...

TDT # 549 - The Dummy Player! from 2018-04-03T11:08:05

In this show, we talk about Noria, Shipwreck Arcana, Istanbul Dice, the Mind, Shop & Time, and Dragon Castle.  We also talk about a few apps, dummy players in game...

TDT # 548 - Comeback Games from 2018-03-27T11:45:45

In this show, we talk about Way of the Panda, Shards of Infinity, Wendake, and Sakura.  We a...

TDT # 547 - I'll Take One of Each! from 2018-03-20T11:03:13

In this show, we recap games we saw at recent conventions! We talk about Untold: Adventures Await, Caper, Space Freaks, Prowler's Passage, Clank! the Mummy's Curse...

TDT # 546 - Cute Games from 2018-03-13T14:59:40

In this show Eric talks about Doctor Who: Time of the Daleks, Fantastiqa: Rival Realms, and The Willow Game (1988, Tor Books).  We also discuss a...

TDT # 545 - Mandi! In. Space! from 2018-03-06T17:57:42

In this show, we talk about London, Space Base, Dungeon Draft, Import/Export, Kepler 3042, Edge of Darkness, and Sakura.  We also discuss lending our games to othe...

TDT # 544 - Food, Glorious Food! from 2018-02-27T12:03:57

In this show, we talk about Get Off My Land!, Star Wars Clue, Awkward Guests, Noria, Tiki I...

TDT # 543 - Loony Lions and Ladders from 2018-02-20T11:11:50

Welcome to the Dice Tower!  In this show we talk about Ancestree, 1846 Race for the Midwest, Castell, Ladder 29, Roar: King of the Pride, and Gentes.  Eric shows u...

TDT # 542 - Best Monster Games from 2018-02-13T13:48:25

In this episode, we talk about Zombie Tower 3D, Rising Sun!, Vampires & Unicorns, Clank in Space, and Biotix.  Eric talks ...

TDT # 541 - Insert Generic Pun Here from 2018-02-06T21:32:57

In this episode, we talk about Empires of the Void II, Chronicles of Crime, Kerala, Santa Maria, Dinosaur Island, and Indian Summer.  Eric also jumps in for some r...

TDT # 540 - Best of 2003 (fifteen years ago!) from 2018-01-31T14:22:37

In this episode, we talk about Lords of Hellas, The Sanctuary, Shaky Manor, FEAR, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Catan VR!  Geoff joins us for some GameTek, Tom gives our convention schedule for ...

TDT # 539 - Beverages, Builders and Bunnies from 2018-01-23T11:16:39

In this episode, we talk about Legacy of Dragonholt, Dream On!, Heaven and Ale, Blend Coffee Lab, Tybor de Baumeister, and Bunny Kingdom.  We also answer a few que...

TDT # 538 - Best of 2008 (ten years ago!) from 2018-01-16T13:47:40

In this show, we take a look at Unlock and Exit, You Betcha, Keyper, Azul, Hardback, and Pon...

TDT # 537 - Magic and Mayhem from 2018-01-09T12:24:40

In this episode, we take a look at Magic Maze, Bali, Smile, Brides and Bribes, Deckscape, Harry Potter expansion, and more!  We also take a look at an escape room ...

TDT # 536 - Best of 2013 (Five Years Ago) from 2018-01-03T04:32:03

In this show, we talk about Stuffed Fables, Gaia Project, Majesty for the Realm, Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea, Yokohama, and Grimm Forest!  Tom also introduces our...

TDT # 535 - The Next Teneration from 2017-12-26T13:36:49

In this show, we talk about our numbers 11-20 of 2017!  What games were amazing, but just missed out on the top ten!  Our last show from 2017, see you next year! Listen

TDT # 534 - Best of 2017 from 2017-12-19T12:03:57

Joined by Suzanne, we delve into the year 2017!   First we spend some time talking about the different trends of the year, then we jump into our biggest surprise and disappointment, favorite art...

TDT # 533 - Live Dice Tower Cruise 2 Show! from 2017-12-12T12:35:53

In this show, we are joined by Mandi, Suz, Sam, Zee, and Jason for our second annual Dice Tower Cruise Live Show! (and we got the sound quality right!)

TDT # 532 - Pumpkins, Pigs, and Pies from 2017-11-28T21:07:56

In this show, we talk about Pie Town, Montana, The Palace of Mad King Ludwig, Harvest Dice, Meeple Circus and Sunny Day.  We also go back and take a look at Roll T...

TDT # 531 - Games that need Sequels from 2017-11-21T12:04:20

In this show, we are recording live from PAX Unplugged 2017.  We pull various people from the crowd to talk about their and our experiences, mention a few games th...

TDT # 530 - Spiel on Spiel from 2017-11-14T12:17:32

It's a review show spectacular!  In this show, we talk about Nusfjord, Claim, Merlin, Pulsar 2849, Otys, Battlefold, CV Pocket, and Altiplano.  We also end the sho...

TDT # 529 - Best of Essen 2017 from 2017-11-07T12:27

In this show, we talk about Richard the Lionheart, Indian Summer, Space Freaks, Wasteland ...

TDT # 528 - Live from Essen 2017 from 2017-11-02T10:51:35

In this episode, we come to you live from Essen!  The four hosts are joined by Sam and Zee for some thoughts on the fair itself.  Our comedy team makes an appearan...

TDT # 527 - Frazzle Dazzle from 2017-10-25T06:05:24

In this show, we talk about Whistle Stop, Matryoshka, Sundae Split, Taiwan Monster Brawl, Klondike Rush and Unearth.  We also take a look back at Saint Malo and Me...

DTT # 3 - Prepping for a Convention from 2017-10-25T05:55:32

In this show, we talk about Charterstone and several other games.  We also take some live questions from the audience and talk about how we get ready for a convention!

NOTE: this is recor...

TDT # 526 - Essen 2017 Preview! from 2017-10-17T11:38:27

In this episode, it's all about the upcoming Spiel fair in Essen Germany!  We talk about the Dice Tower plans for the show, give some tips and ideas for attending ...

TDT # 525 - One vs. All (with Russ Wakelin) from 2017-10-10T11:00:15

In this show, we talk about 7th Continent, One Night Ultimate Alien, The Dragon and Flagon, ...

DTT # 2 - Technical Stuff from 2017-10-10T10:34:49

In this show, we talk about Hotshots, Port Royal, Purlock Holmes, Kaiju Crush, and Engineering Ants.  We also talk about the technical side of how we do our podcast, and take some questions from...

TDT # 524 - Crowds are Out, Kids are in from 2017-10-03T11:32:02

In this show, we talk about Tesla vs Edison: Duel, Azul, Samurai Gardner, Castles of Burgundy Dice Game, London, and Okey Dokey.  We also talk about a few new apps...

DTT # 1 - Summer Conventions from 2017-10-02T15:40:35

Welcome to the first episode of Dice Tower Tonight!  In this show, which is streamed live via video on the Dice Tower Youtube channel, Tom and Eric talk about several games, including Princess J...

TDT # 523 - Creative People (with Rebecca Thomason) from 2017-09-27T04:20:31

In this show, we are joined by Rebecca Thomason and talk about Wizards Wanted, Paper Tales, Bob Ross: the Game of Chill, Potion Explosion Fifth Ingredient, Orleans...

TDT # 522 - Omens, Aliens and Sake? from 2017-09-19T11:12:21

In this episode, we talk about Lisboa, Word Slam, Apocrypha, and Flipships.  In "Take My Money", we cover Legend of Korra, and we go back to talk about Pastiche and Kahuna.  Finally, Mandi and S...

DT Special: Post Hurricane from 2017-09-12T17:30:34

Just a quick update to let everyone know what's happened in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.

TDT # 521 - Tomes, Tiles, and Tariffs from 2017-09-05T10:45:01

In this show, we talk about Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Card Game, Caverna: Cave vs. Cave, Four Seasons, Mini Park, Custom Heroes, and Word Domination.  We als...

TDT # 520 - Ridiculous (with Marie Poole) from 2017-08-29T10:55:43

In this show, we are joined by Marie Poole from Lone Shark Entertainment.  We talk about Whitehall, Twilight Imperium 4, T...

TDT # 519 - Popsicle Sticks and Wizardly Workers from 2017-08-22T12:25:21

In this episode, Mandi and Suzanne introduce themselves, talk about Argent the Consortium, Tokyo Highway, Skyward, Bohnanza the Duel, Vegas Wits and Wagers, Sentie...

TDT # 518 - Live from Gen Con 2017! from 2017-08-20T04:36:41

We recorded this show live at Gen Con 2017, where we didn't have control of the microphones, sadly, so there is a bit of clipping and other problems.  But hopefully, you can hear most of the sho...

TDT # 517 - Megagames from 2017-08-08T09:30

In this show, we talk about Near and Far, Terraforming Mars: Hellas and Elysium, Pit Crew, Logic Cards, Listen

TDT # 516 - Gen Con 2017 Preview (with Jamie Keagy) from 2017-08-01T11:01:04

In this show, joined by Jamie from the Secret Cabal, we talk about Too Many Bones, Star Traders, and Spirit Island.  We also hear a wonderful tale of Amazement, an...

TDT # 515 - Live from Origins 2017 from 2017-07-25T11:27:01

In this show, we are joined by Sam Healey and Zee Garcia and a host of other Dice Tower contributors to talk about board games, play in a live game show with folks...

TDT # 514 - Five Player Games (with Tony McRee) from 2017-07-18T11:33:06

In this show, co-hosted by Tony McRee from Rolling Dice and Taking Names, we talk about Thunderstone Quest, Monopoly Gamer, ...

TDT # 513 - Dice Tower Awards from 2017-07-11T10:28:57

Joined by a host of contributors, we hand out the Dice Tower Awards for the best games of 2016.  From best small publisher game to most innovative to game of the y...

TDT # 512 - Spiel des Jahres 2017 from 2017-07-04T09:00

In this show, we talk about Unearth, STROOP, They Who Were, Godfather: Corleone, Arena: of t...

TDT # 511 - Puzzle Games (with Crystal Pisano) from 2017-06-27T10:56:41

In this episode, we talk about Viral, Stop Thief, Immortals, Completto, the  Listen

TDT # 510 - Teaching Games from 2017-06-20T10:37:04

In this episode, we talk about Mechs vs. Minions, Balloon Pop, Quartz, Arena For the Gods!,...

TDT # 509 - Games best with 3 Players (with Rich Sommer) from 2017-06-13T03:59:42

In this show, we talk about Near and Far, This War of Mine, Flatline, Mole Rats in Space,  Listen

TDT # 508 - Ghooooosts! from 2017-06-06T10:01:46

In this show, we talk about Kerala, Alien Frontiers App, RISK: Star Wars Edition, Excape, B...

TDT # 507 - Set Collection Games (with Mandi Hutchinson) from 2017-05-30T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric are joined by Mandi Hutchinson to discuss Word Slam, Honshu, Wizards of the Wild, City of Zombies, The Lost Expedition, and Yokohama, and Geoff talks about the pros...

TDT # 506 - Escaping Rooms from 2017-05-23T10:35:31

In this episode, we talk about the Hexbug games (Bugs in the Kitchen, BuggaLoop), Cat Box, Amun Re, and then all the different Esca...

TDT # 505 - Trick Taking Games (with Sara Erickson) from 2017-05-16T11:16:54

Sara from Renegade Games joins us as co-host when we discuss Problem Picnic Attack of the Ants, Flip City: Wilderness, Great Western Trail, and prototypes!  We als...

TDT # 504a - Fun with Puns from 2017-05-09T06:00

Tom is out AGAIN.  Anyway, Eric talks about some games and then gives us some puns.  

TDT # 504 - Eric and Richard from 2017-05-02T10:46:38

In this show, Richard Ham takes Tom's place, and he and Eric talk about different games.  Including - Lemonade Stand, Pack of Heroes, Broken Token’s Firefly Crate,...

TDT # 503 -Conflict Resolution (with Richard Ham) from 2017-04-25T15:25:14

In this show, Tom is missing, but Richard Ham (Rahdo) steps in, and he and Eric talk about Math Fluxx, Disney World gaming (Sorcere...

TDT # 502 - Short and What? from 2017-04-18T09:00

Suzanne joins us for a quick episode, in which we talk about Avenue, Maze Racers, Escape Room The Game: Welcome to Funland,  Listen

TDT # 501 - Deckbuilding Games (with Suzanne Sheldon) from 2017-04-11T09:00

Suzanne Sheldon joins as our first co-host to talk about Ascension: Gift of the Elements, Go Go Gelato, Listen

TDT # 500 - 500! from 2017-04-04T05:00

Sam Healey and Joe Steadman join us for this retrospective look at the Dice Tower over the last 500 episodes!  Recorded live at GAMA 2017, the quartet talk about s...

TDT # 499 - Movin' Right Along from 2017-03-28T11:00

In this episode, Tom and Eric recount their recent journeys to PAX East, The GAMA Trade Show, MeepleCon and ConnCon, including discussions of The Captain Is Dead,...

TDT # 498 - Play with Tom and Eric from 2017-03-21T11:03:38

In this show, we talk about Jeju Island, Oh My Goods, Naturally Disastrous, the Kingsport C...

TDT # 497 - Space Games from 2017-03-14T07:33:04

In this episode, we talk about Gloomhaven, Isle of Monsters, Wind the Film!, Mint Works, a...

TDT # 496 - Not Enough! from 2017-02-21T12:14:46

In this show, we talk about Bear Valley, Tricky Track, Picassimo, Castles of Calandale, Lad...

TDT # 495 - Best Games from 20 Years Ago (1997) from 2017-02-14T12:22:44

In this show, we take a look at Kashgar, Ave Roma, Arcadia Quest Pets, Arcadia Inferno, Ner...

TDT # 494 - The Big Impact from 2017-02-07T15:51:17

In this show, we talk about Tiny Epic Galaxies: Into the Black, Lotus, Me Want Cookies, Ass...

TDT # 493 - Best of 2002 from 2017-01-31T12:16:09

In this show, we talk about New York Slice, Papa Paolo, Second Tide, Listen

TDT # 492 - 2017 Resolutions from 2017-01-24T11:53:22

In this show, we talk about Hero Realms, Batman The Animated Series The Dice Game, When I Dream, Listen

TDT # 491 - Looking back at 2007 from 2017-01-17T12:18:06

In this show, we talk about Vikings Gone Wild, Dicemasters, Santorini, Jorvik, X Nimmt, and...

TDT # 490 - Looking forward to 2017 from 2017-01-10T12:44:07

In this show, we take a look at Aladdin and the Magic Lamp, Rubik’s Race, Lion Guard: Protect the Pridelands, Listen

TDT # 489 - Best of five years ago! from 2017-01-03T11:20:43

In this show, we introduce our 2017 Fundraiser!

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TDT # 488 - Looking back at 2016 from 2016-12-27T12:00

In this show, we talk about Great Western Trail, Deep Sea Adventure, No Siesta, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shadows of the Past, Gooseberry, and the  Pokemon tra...

TDT # 487 - Best and Worst of 2016 from 2016-12-21T13:11:24

Tom, Eric, and a host of contributors take a look at 2016 and talk about the best and worst games of the year!

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TDT # 486 - Dice Tower Cruise 2016 from 2016-12-14T14:33:52

It's our live show from the Dice Tower Cruise 2016!  Sam, Jason, and Zee join us as we talk about some of the games we played and enjoyed, the cruise itself, a Tal...

TDT # 485 - Please Play my Game! from 2016-12-06T12:37:31

In this show, we take a look at Saloon Tycoon, Habitats, Morpheus,  and Dale of Merchants 2.  We hear a different type of Tale of A...

TDT # 484 - Games No One Talks About (but me!) from 2016-11-29T13:57:41

In this show, we talk about Escape Room: the Game, Glux, Honshu, Arkham Horror: the Card Gam...

TDT # SJV - Jack Vasel Memorial Fund from 2016-11-21T14:54:39

Folks, this is a special episode, one I didn't put together.  It's from Nights at the Game Table, which can be found here:

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TDT # 483 - Spur of the Moment from 2016-11-15T11:24:51

In this show, we talk about Mechs vs Minions, Not Alone, OctoDice, Ghostbusters: Protect the Barrier, Listen

TDT # 482 - Next Step Games from 2016-11-08T15:23:33

In this episode, we talk about Conan, Aeon’s End, Pandemic The Cure: Experimental Meds, Drac...

TDT # 481 - Sports vs. Games from 2016-11-01T12:17

In this episode, we talk about Hamsterbande, JurassAttack, Animals on Board, Warquest, the D...

TDT # 480 - Video Gamers and Board Games from 2016-10-25T13:28:41

In this show, we talk about Great Western Trail, Adrenaline, Islebound, Power Grid: The Car...

TDT # 479 - Essen 2016 Live Show from 2016-10-19T12:30:31

Note:  We recorded in a room with a lot of echo, thus you'll notice that in the recording.  Not much we could do about it, sorry!

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TDT # 478 - Pandemic: Legacy from 2016-10-11T12:00

In this show, we talk about Onarim, Biohazard Containment Unit, Empires: Galactic Rebellio...

TDT # 477 - Real Time Games from 2016-10-04T13:07:55

In this episode, we talk about Heroes of Kaskaria, the Castles of Burgundy Card Game, Marve...

TDT # 476 - Traveling through Connecticut from 2016-09-27T10:45:06

In this show, we record live from the Portal store in Manchester, Connecticut.  We talk about A Feast for Odin, Stealing Mona Lisa, Arcane Academy, Automania, Mech...

TDT # 475 - Thanks to You from 2016-09-20T12:38:43

In this show, we talk about City of Spies, Bluffalo, Rock Paper Poker, Agricola Family, Ass...

TDT # 474 - Push Your Luck Games from 2016-09-13T13:42:01

In this episode, we talk about Masmorra, New Bedford, Let them Eat Cake, Flag Dash, Dungeon ...

TDT # 473 - Live on TV! from 2016-09-06T13:33:08

In this show, we talk about Agamemnon, Junk Art, Back to the Future, Terraforming Mars, Code...

TDT # 472 - Role Players from 2016-08-30T12:38:30

In this episode, we talk about The Others, Hit Z Road, Energy Empire, The Pursuit of Happi...

TDT # 471 - Go To Games from 2016-08-23T11:03:28

In this episode, we talk about 

The Networks, Play Me, (The King’s Men), Exposed, Tic...

TDT # 470 - Games that Stress us Out! from 2016-08-16T14:41:18

In this episode, we take a look at Seafall, Mansions of Madness, Pandemic: Reign of Cthulhu,...

TDT # 469 - LIVE from Gen Con 2016 from 2016-08-09T12:38:33

In this show, we are LIVE in Indianapolis, IN, in front of our largest convention audience yet, for Gen Con 2016. Tom, Eric, Sam, and Zee discuss their thoughts on the convention. We present a l...

TDT # 468 - Question Palapalooza 4 from 2016-08-02T09:38:45

In this show, we take a look at Cry Havoc, Arcane Academy, Bring Your Own Book, Oh my Goods, Tiny Epic Western, Mad Science Foundation, Escape from the Aliens in O...

TDT # 467 - Gen Con 2016 Preview, part 2 from 2016-07-26T13:36:29

In this episode, part two of our GenCon special, we invite Tony Topper and Jamie Keagy from the Secret Cabal and talk about the upcoming GenCon 2016 convention!  W...

Secret Cabal Express # 16 - Gen Con 2016 Preview, part 1 from 2016-07-26T13:27:41

Hey now, it's part one of our two part episode in which we preview GenCon 2016!  We answer questions about the convention, and go over a huge pile of games releasi...

TDT # 466 - Overrated Games from 2016-07-19T14:13:05

In this episode, we talk about Cry Havoc, Arcane Academy, Bring Your Own Book, Oh my Goods, Tiny Epic Western, Mad Science Foundation, Escape from the Aliens in Ou...

TDT # 465 - Dice Tower Awards 2016 from 2016-07-13T14:08:57

We are joined by a host of contributors to present the best games of 2015!  With fourteen awards, and recorded live at Dice Tower Con 2016, we congratulate the win...

TDT # 464 - Best Ancient Era Games from 2016-07-11T12:07:17

NOTE:  Due to some file transfer issues, this episode is a week late, AFTER Dice Tower Con.  Sorry about that!

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TDT # 463 - Live from Origins 2016 from 2016-06-22T10:10:54

In this show, Sam Healey and Zee Garcia join as hosts and we talk about some of the games we saw at Origins, including Tyrants of the Underdark, Captain Sonar, and...

TDT # 462 - Best Medieval Games from 2016-06-14T03:41:16

Huzzah!  In this pre-Origins 2016 episode, Eric and Tom talk about Guilds of London, Council of Four, IceCool, and Box of Rocks.  We hear from a TON of our contrib...

TDT # 461 - Live from UKGE 2016 from 2016-06-07T15:25:41

In this show, recorded live at the UK Gaming Expo, Tom and Sam take a look at games they played before and during the fair, talk about our trip to London and Nottingham, and banter with a few Di...

TDT # 460 - Obnoxious Gamers from 2016-05-31T12:00

In this show, we discuss Coffee Roaster, Dream Factory, My First Carcassonne, Bear Valley, Magecraft, Bad Medicine, and Dwarves, Inc. The Sweet Spot looks at tense games, Luke introduces to to s...

TDT # 459 - Amazing card art from 2016-05-24T11:25:29

In this episode, we talk about Star Trek: Frontiers, Linkee, Happy Pigs, Legends of Draxia, ...

TDT # 458 - I hate this box! from 2016-05-17T14:41:32

In this episode, we are taking a look at Isle of Skye, Stratos, Exodus Expansion, Magic duel...

TDT # 457 - Creepy Crawlies from 2016-05-10T12:50:24

In this show, we talk about Alan’s Adventureland, Shadow over Westminster, Histrio, The Pal...

TDT # 456 - Publish my Game! from 2016-05-03T12:11:17

In this show, we talk about Dungeon!, FreshFish, T’Zolkin: Tribes and Prophecies, Bastian, S...

TDT # 455 - Games that teach MATH from 2016-04-26T11:17:24

In this episode, we talk about Rockwell, Animal on Board, Meeple War,Prime Time, Medici, and Eric gives us a Pandemic Legacy Update.  We...

TDT # 454 - Retheming Games from 2016-04-19T13:54:19

In this show, we talk about Avalanche on Yeti Mountain, Mad Libs: The Game, Tigris and Euphrates,  Listen

TDT # 453 - Political Games from 2016-04-12T11:37:45

In this show we talk about Mombasa, Smash Up Expansions, Scoundrel Society, Flip City: Reuse...

TDT # 452 - Power Creep from 2016-04-05T12:24:45

In this show, we talk about Thunderbirds, Pied Piper, Northern Pacific, Millenium Blades, Knit-Wit, Monstrous, and Pecunia non olet.  We have a pile of contributio...

TDT # 451 - Long Games from 2016-03-29T10:40:18

In this show, we talk about World’s Fair 1893, Epic Roll, Escape the Room, Valeria: Card Kin...

TDT # 450 - Live from GAMA 2016 from 2016-03-22T16:28:23

In this show, we delve live into the GAMA trade show, talking from there with Chaz Marler, Suzanne Sheldon, Jason Levine and more!  We are also joined by our regul...

TDT # 449 - Reprints from 2016-03-15T10:00

In this show, we discuss Crown and Kingdom, Concordia: Salsa, Carson City: Deluxe, Paradox, ...

TDT # 448 - The Time Machine from 2016-03-08T12:15:51

Do you like Eric?  Well, this is the episode for you! Here, we talk about Food Chain Magnate,...

TDT # 447 - Best Games for Six Players from 2016-03-01T11:55:38

In this episode, we talk about Walled City, Through the Ages, Council of Four, Valley of the...

TDT # 446 - The Rest of Your Life from 2016-02-23T11:45:25

In this show, we talk about Through the Ages: A New Tale of Civilization (online), Hocus, Concept, Listen

TDT # 445 - Top Ten Dexterity Games from 2016-02-16T16:11:01

In this episode, we take a look at Stinker, One Night Ultimate Vampire, Sly Dice, Epic Roll,...

TDT # 444 - Too many Players! from 2016-02-09T08:00

In this episode, we take a look at A Study in Emerald (2nd Edition), Stick to Colours, Vye, Viticulture Essential Edition, <...

TDT # 443 - Best Games of 2001 from 2016-02-02T11:16:24

In this show, we talk about Dark Age Z, Mangrovia, Star Wars: Rebellion, Skyway Robbery, Healthy Heart Hospital, and the Splendor i...

TDT # 442 - Chin up, Kid! from 2016-01-26T11:54

In this show, we talk about Above and Below, Roll for the Galaxy Expansion, Maharaja, Outfoxed, Listen

TDT # 441 - Best of 2006 from 2016-01-19T12:49:10

In this show, we discuss Epic PVP, Siege of Faerun, Grand Austria Hotel, Apollo XIII, Zombicide: Black Plague, Colosseum, Deception...

TDT # 440 - Asmodee Asmodee from 2016-01-12T11:58:48

In this episode, we talk about The King is Dead, Cat Tube Famous, But Wait, There’s More!, Splash!, the Listen

TDT # 439 - Best of 2011 from 2016-01-05T12:44:15

In this episode, we introduce our 2016 DT Kickstarter, and talk about Dojo Kun, Mod X, Spirits of the Rice Paddy, Best Treehouse Ever, and Burgle Brothers.  We als...

TDT # 438 - Best of 2015, part 2 from 2015-12-29T12:29:29

It's part two of our end of the year show!

In this jam-packed mega show, all of our contributors and Dice Tower affili...

TDT # 437 - Best of 2015, part 1 from 2015-12-22T12:17:39

It's part one of our end of the year show!

In this jam-packed mega show, all of our contributors and Dice Tower affiliates show up and give their input on...

The year as a whole, Listen

TDT # 436 - Let it Go from 2015-12-15T11:47:57

In this show, we talk about Ice and the Sky, The Prodigals Club, Pirate Den, Fidelitas, 10 t...

TDT # 435 - Top Ten AEG Games from 2015-12-08T12:37:44

In this episode, we talk about German Railroads, Estoril 1942, Klask, Stinky Business, Mow M...

TDT # 434 - Dealing with Hype from 2015-12-01T11:46:14

In this show, we talk about Sleuth, Paperback Co-Operative, State Smarts, Chess,  Listen

TDT # 433 - Live from BGG Con! from 2015-11-24T12:13:21

We are joined by Rich Sommer, Sam Healey, Zee Garcia, Jason Levine, Mark Streed and more in this Boardgame Breakfast crossover!  Recorded live at BGG.con 2015, we ...

TDT # 432 - Top 10 Interactive Games from 2015-11-17T03:45:56

In this show, we talk for a long time about games, including 504, Fury of Dracula, Gallerist, Porta Nigra, Listen

TDT # 431 - You destroyed my game! from 2015-11-10T16:10:39

In this show, we talk about The Big Book of Madness, Tabletopia: Police Precinct, Dark Stories, Treasure of the 13 Islands,<...

TDT # 430 - Music and Games from 2015-11-03T12:23:26

In this show, we talk about Automania, Inhabit the Earth, Antarctica, Taverna, Pandemic Lega...

TDT # 429 - Turtling from 2015-10-27T11:16:30

In this show, we talk about Far Space Foundry, Raptor, Wurfel Kung Fu, the new expansions for both Race for the Galaxy and Roll for...

TDT # 428 - Questionpalooza from 2015-10-20T10:52:52

In this show, Tom and Eric talk about our Essen Spiel trip, what we saw and did there.  Then, for the rest of the show, we tackle our gigantic pile of questions fr...

TDT # 427 - Live from Essen Spiel 2015 from 2015-10-13T20:20:49

From the Essen Spiel game fair, we record a podcast in front of a live studio audience.  Joined by Zee Garcia, Jason Levine, Steve Buonocore, Piero, and more - we ...

TDT # 426 - Going to Essen Spiel 2015 from 2015-10-05T05:45:42

In this show, we talk about our Essen 2015 plans, as well as the top ten games we are looking forward to at the fair.  We take a look at Listen

TDT # 425 - Here to Stay from 2015-09-29T10:27:45

In this episode, we are joined by special guest Rich Sommer!  We talk about Cthulhu Realms, P...

TDT # 424 - Best Games for Seven Players from 2015-09-22T12:54:57

In this episode, we talk about Ashes, New Salem, Lord of the Rings w/Sauron, a pile of Star Wars games, and Pandemic Legacy!  We also answer questions about cooking, demoers, working with publis...

TDT # 423 - Dice Game Versions of Board Games from 2015-09-15T12:27:32

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TDT # 422 - What Attracts us to a Game from 2015-09-08T15:12:43

In this show, we take a look at The Undercit...

TDT # 421 - GenCon, a month later from 2015-09-01T10:00

In this show, we take a look at Bora Bora, The Little Pr...

TDT # 420 - Tournament Style Games from 2015-08-25T17:52:28

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TDT # 419 - Game Shows and Board Games from 2015-08-18T11:30:21

In this episode, we talk about The Voyages of Marco Polo...

TDT # 418 - Converting Videogamers from 2015-08-12T11:42:26

In this show, we talk about Portal: The Uncooperative Ca...

TDT # 417 - Live from GenCon 2015! from 2015-08-04T13:44:19

Joined by almost the entirety of the Dice Tower Network, Tom and Eric do a live show at GenCon 2015.  With over 500 in attendance, singing, bribery, and more - it ...

TDT # 416 - Gen Con 2015 preview from 2015-07-26T21:09:20

Tom and Eric invite Jamie Keagy and Tony Topper from the Secret Cabal show to talk about our Gen Con 2015 plans.  We spend a majority of the show talking our favor...

TDT # 415 - Wild, Wild, West! from 2015-07-21T14:37:42

In this show, we talk about Tides of Time, Too Many Cind...

TDT # 414 - Basic and Advanced Strategy from 2015-07-14T13:23:27

In this episode, we talk about Bountytown, Flick ‘em Up,...

TDT # 413 - Racing Games from 2015-07-07T12:26:02

In this show, we talk about Konexi, Abyss, Defenders of ...

TDT # 412 - Dice Tower Awards from 2015-06-30T14:47:31

A host of Dice Tower contributors and podcasters join us to announce the best games of 2014.  Come listen to us as we recorded the show live at Dice Tower Con 2015...

TDT # 411 - Wood and Cardboard from 2015-06-23T05:10:23

Tom and Eric take a look at Ophir, Dead Drop, Panamax, <...

TDT # 410 - Live from Origins 2015 from 2015-06-16T12:21:56

In this show we are joined by Zee Garcia, Mark Zielinski, Jared Whitley, the guys from Secret Cabal, Steve Buonocore, Mary Prasad, Matt Hozey, Steve Avery, Jason L...

TDT # 409 - Food and Drink at the Table from 2015-06-09T14:32:03

In this show we talk about Witness, Burger Joint, Xia, S...

TDT # 408 - Restaurant Games from 2015-06-02T03:32:59

In this show, we talk about Frontier Stations, Traders o...

TDT # 407 - Replacing Our Favorite Games from 2015-05-26T12:01:38

In this show, we talk about The Boardgame Geek Card Game...

TDT # 406 - Plastic plastic plastic! from 2015-05-19T13:57:36

In this show, Tom and Eric take a look at Master Fox, Pe...

TDT # 405 - Metagaming from 2015-05-12T10:57:37

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TDT # 404 - Double Date Games from 2015-05-05T11:00

In this show, we talk about Hare and Tortoise, Xenoshyft...

TDT # 403 - Box Size from 2015-04-28T13:43:41

In this show, we discuss Brew Crafters, Lanterns: The Ha...

TDT # 402 - Cooperative Games from 2015-04-21T13:25:13

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TDT # 401 - Prototypes from 2015-04-14T11:47:23

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TDT # 400 - Guests and More Guests from 2015-03-31T12:19:48

Well, we wanted to do something special for episode 400, so we invited in FOUR co-hosts!  Sam Healey, Zee Garcia, Geoff Englestein, and Stephen Buonocore join us a...

TDT # 399 - Live from GAMA 2015 from 2015-03-24T11:25:48

Mark Streed and Zee Garcia join us this week, as we record a show live at the GAMA 2015 Trade Show.  We go through a pile of games we enjoyed, including Forbidden ...

TDT # 398 - What we Want in a Game Cafe from 2015-03-17T13:00

In this show, we talk about Can't Stop: Rolling Down the Highway, Welcome to the Dungeon, Batman Love Letter, Harbour, 99 Chances, and Captains of Industry.  Geoff...

TDT # 397 - Best Bang for your Buck from 2015-03-11T10:54:08

In this show, we talk about Pictomania, Dragon's Gold, The Worst Game Ever, Pandemic: State of Emergency, XCom: the Board Game, and the Witcher.  We also hear from...

TDT # 396 - Live from Total Con 2015 from 2015-03-03T14:31:08

Tom is absent from this show as Eric takes over, joined by the hosts of Flip the Table.  In this show, they talk about the Pathfinder Adventure Card Game, X-Files ...

TDT # 395 - Pick up and Delivery Games from 2015-02-24T04:33:01

In this show, we talk about Video Game High School, But ...

TDT # 394 - All about Catan from 2015-02-17T13:45:17

In this show, we talk about Five Tribes, Xia, Krosmaster...

TDT # 393 - Best Games from 2000 from 2015-02-10T13:19:26

In this show, we talk about Witness?, OWACON, Bullfrogs,...

TDT # 392 - Best Dice in Board Games from 2015-02-03T13:55:45

In this show, we talk about Empire Engine, Artificium, K...

TDT # 391 - Best games from a decade ago - 2005 from 2015-01-27T14:02:10

In this show, we talk about Shadow Throne, Murano, Listen

TDT # 390 - Stupid Game Names from 2015-01-20T13:52:09

In this show, we talk about Pay Dirt, Monsters and Maide...

TDT # 389 - Best Games of 2010 from 2015-01-13T13:45:22

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TDT # 388 - Resolutions for 2015, and Kickstarter! from 2015-01-06T13:40:44

In this show, we welome the New Year, talk about holiday gaming and gifts received.  We take a look at Doodle Quest, Roll for the Galaxy, Temporum, Rattlebones, Zo...

TDT # 387 - The Best and Worst of 2014, part 2 from 2014-12-30T16:27:40

In the second half of our mega end-of-the-year 2014 show, we are joined by a host of contributors to talk about the best expansion, strangest game, biggest brainbu...

TDT # 386 - The Best and Worst of 2014, part 1 from 2014-12-23T13:34:06

In this show, we take a look back at the year 2014 in regards to boardgames.  We are joined by the entire Dice Tower Network to talk about the year as a whole, the...

TDT # 385 - Party Games from 2014-12-16T14:03:11

In this episode, we are joined by Bill Carrigan to once again talk about board games.  We look at X-Files the game, Listen

TDT # 384 - Classic Games from 2014-12-09T12:38:54

We start this show with a Tale of Amazement, although there is Horror to be found also! We also talk about Listen

TDT # 383 - Live from BGG Con, part 2 from 2014-12-02T12:52:38

In this show, we take a look at Cherry Picker, Alchemists, The Game of 49, Roll Through the Galaxy, and Red7.  We then jump back into part 2 of our live show from ...

TDT # 382 - Live from BGG Con, part 1 from 2014-11-25T13:25:19

Joined by special co-hosts Rich Sommer and Erik Herman, we interview a host of guests, including Dan King, Colby Dauch, Todd Rowland, Geoff Englestien, and more!  ...

TDT # 381 - Engine Building Games from 2014-11-18T04:53:03

In this show, we review Colt Express, Kings of Israel, The ...

TDT # 380 - No one will play this game! from 2014-11-11T14:09:13

In this episode, we take a look at Dreaming Spires, Robi...

TDT # 379 - One Hit Wonders from 2014-11-04T13:37:21

In this show, we review Progress, Medieval Academy, Deus, <...

TDT # 378 - Essen Spiel 2014 Recap from 2014-10-28T12:40:03

In this show, Tom and Eric take a look at Star Wars: Imperial Assault, Doodle City, Kanban, Essen, Pandemic the Cure, and the upcomin Magic: the Gathering Board Ga...

TDT # 377 - What we Look for in a Kickstarter Game from 2014-10-21T13:51:44

In this show, we take a look at Uncanny X-men: Dicemasters!...

TDT # 376 - Essen Spiel 2014 Preview from 2014-10-13T11:22:57

In this episode, Eric is on vacation, so Tom is joined by Zee Garcia.  We spend the show joined by contributors, talking about some of the games coming out at Esse...

TDT # 375 - The most Boring Games!! from 2014-10-07T13:04:10

In this show, we talk about King’s Forge, Villainy, Johari,...

TDT # 374 - A Horn, CosmicCon, and Catan from 2014-09-30T12:33:56

In this episode, we take a look at the new Wok Star, Vivajava the Dice Game, Impulse, Bucket King 3D, Star Realms, Warhammer 40K Conquest, and Good Cop Bad Cop.  E...

TDT # 373 - Conflict Resolution from 2014-09-23T12:03:43

In this episode, we look at  Greed, Madame Ching, Rise of Empires, Ninja Dice, Athlas, and Games that Tell Stories.  We talk about preparing for Essen, using cell ...

TDT # 372 - Apps and Spoilers! from 2014-09-16T10:42:24

In this show, we look at the games Legendary Encounters, Level 7 Invasion, Diamonds, The Battle of Five Armies, Tragedy Looper, Battle Merchants, Star Realms IOS a...

TDT # 371 - Milton Bradley Games from 2014-09-09T12:47:29

In this show, we talk about Abyss, the Battle at Kemble's Cascade, Jerk, Bang: the Duce Game, Arcadia Quest, and Ten: The Game!  We cringe at another tale of horro...

TDT # 370 - Back to Normal! from 2014-09-02T11:32:43

In this episode, we return to our normal schedule.  We look at several games, including City Hall, Dead of Winter, Pandemic: Contageon, Cosmic Dominion, Villainous...

TDT # 369 - Post Gen Con 2014 Report from 2014-08-26T12:02:40

In this show, Eric and Tom take a look back at the GenCon 2014 fair held in Indianapolis.  But we also spend a lot of time talking about games - including Black Fl...

TDT # 368 - LIVE from Gen Con 2014 from 2014-08-19T14:50:55

In this show, we are joined by guest host Zee Garcia in our live show at GenCon!  An array of Dice Tower contributors join us, as well as folks from the Dice Tower...

TDT # 367 - Gen Con Preview 2014, part 2 from 2014-08-10T04:00:02

This is part two of a two part preview of Gen Con 2014!  Jamie, Chris, and Tony join us from the Secret Cabal Podcast, where you can find part 1!

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TDT # 366 - Best Gryphon / Eagle Games from 2014-08-05T03:16:49

In this show, we talk about  Pagoda, Justice League Strateg...

TDT # 365 - Our favorite games from 2014-07-29T12:35:25

In this show, we talk about Magnum Opus, Who Stole the C...

TDT # 364 - Logic Games from 2014-07-22T15:13:51

In this episode, we take a look at Heartland, Imperial Settlers, Destination Neptune, and Firefly: Pirates.  We hear about a dangerous woman, discuss whether or no...

TDT # 363 - To the South Pole! from 2014-07-15T12:02:41

In this episode, we take a look at Shadowrun Crossfire, Russian Railroads, Roads and Boats, Battle Sheep and more!  We discuss the Dice Tower Convention 3, point o...

TDT # 362 - Dice Tower Awards 2014 from 2014-07-08T12:06:21

In this show, recorded live at Dice Tower Conventioni 2014, Tom and Eric are joined by a host of contributors to announce and present the best games of 2013 - the ...

TDT # 361b - Addendum from Eric from 2014-07-01T10:53:48

Eric decides to post something anyway on our week "off", and talks more about his experiences at Origins 2014.

TDT # 361 - Origins 2014 from 2014-06-24T10:00

In this show, Tom goes to the floor of Origins and talks to random people he meets about the show.  Eric interviews his sons about their experiences, and we talk a...

TDT # 360 - A Minute to Learn, a Lifetime to Master from 2014-06-17T14:01:44

In this show, we take a look at Kaosball, Lost Valley, Jupi...

TDT # 359 - Surprises in Games from 2014-06-09T23:48:49

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TDT # 358 - Next Step Games from 2014-06-03T14:47:59

Steven Banas joins us, as we talk about Hot Tin Roof, Eldritch Horror, City of Iron, Hegemonic, Airlines Europe, and Kayanak.  A funny Tale of Horror is brought ou...

TDT # 357 - Tracking your Game Results from 2014-05-27T12:30:42

In this show, Mark takes the ten by ten challenge, Geoff examines a gaming lawsuit, Brian takes a look at Betrayal at House on the Hill, and Bill talks about runni...

TDT # 356 - Hidden Objective Games from 2014-05-20T13:01:27

In this show, we talk about Dungeon Petz, Khet, C3K, Listen

TDT # 355 - Ridiculous Rules from 2014-05-13T12:17:50

In this show, we are joined by Brad Talton from Level 99 Games, and proceed to talk about Listen

TDT # 354 - Asymetrical Games from 2014-05-06T11:23:18

In this show, Tom talks about the gaming in LA, we discuss our Origins Game Fair plans, and we talk about Listen

TDT # 353 - Old TV Shows into Board Games from 2014-04-29T12:08:19

In this show, Tom and Eric take a look at Rogue Agent, Lewis and Clark, Celestial Rainbows, Quarriors: Light & Dark, Wooolf!, Capo dei Capi, Alien Hotshots, and Ga...

TDT # 352 - Exploration Games from 2014-04-22T10:20:16

In this episode, we take a look at Lewis and Clark, Oneupma...

TDT # 351 - Dealing with the Mockers from 2014-04-15T11:06:26

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TDT # 350 - Games from our Childhood, Part 2 from 2014-04-08T11:43:35

In this show, Tom and Eric take a look at Give it to the King, Get Lucky, Prosperity, Corto, Menu Mash-Up, Assassin's Creed: Arena, and more!  We then take a trip ...

TDT # 349 - Games from our Childhood, Part 1 from 2014-04-03T18:44:10

In this show, Tom and Eric take a look at Concept, Nations, Blueprints, Krosmaster: Frigost, VOLT, Koryo, Smashup: Science Fiction Double Feature, and Sentinels of the Multiverse: Vengeance.  Ge...

TDT # 348 - Live from Las Vegas from 2014-03-25T12:11:56

With Eric away at the GAMA trade show in Las Vegas, Sam Healey and Zee Garcia join Tom to talk about Compounded, Firezne, Eruption, Battle for Souls, Last Will, an...

TDT # 347 - Funniest Board Games from 2014-03-18T12:22:17

In this show, Eric and Tom show up, but apparently not Tom's memory.  We talk about Warlock, the Great Zimbabwe, Machi Koro, Bugs in the Ki...

TDT # 346 - Good Mistakes from 2014-03-11T13:40:32

In this show, we have another tale of Horror, and talk about Listen

TDT # 345 - Live from TotalCon 2014, part 2 from 2014-03-04T13:28:44

Still almost no Tom in this show - but the Cardboard Jungle guys show up to help host the show.  Our contest continues, questions are answered, and we end with a b...

TDT # 344 - Live from TotalCon 2014, part 1 from 2014-02-25T15:00:43

Almost no Tom in this episode, as the Flip the Table guys help Eric host part 1 of the TotalCon 2014 experience.  They talk about new games they've played at the s...

TDT # 343 - Best Auction Games from 2014-02-18T12:25:47

In this show, we talk about several games, giving a detailed look at the upcoming Marvel: Dice Masters game.  We hear from several contributors, and end the show w...

TDT # 342 - Best Games from 1999 from 2014-02-11T12:50:51

In this show, we take a look at Theseus, Scallywags, Dungeon Guild, Pandemic: The Cure, Crossways, and 1775 Rebellion. We also ...

TDT # 341 - Gamer's Remorse from 2014-02-04T12:51:30

In this show, we look at the games Mush Mush, Robinson...

TDT # 340 - Best Games from 2004 from 2014-01-28T12:55:29

In this show, we talk about Attack the Darkness, Relic Ex...

TDT # 339 - Money Money Money! from 2014-01-21T13:58:35

In this show, we review Race for the Galaxy: Alien Art...

TDT # 338 - Best Games from 2009 from 2014-01-14T13:28:25

In this show, we take a look at Battlelore 2, Evil Intent...

TDT - Episode # 337 - 2014 Gaming Resolutions from 2014-01-07T12:56:59

It's 2014 - huzzah!  In this show, Eric and Tom take a look at King & Assassin, Viva Topo, Baba Yaga, Race for the Galaxy: Alien Artifacts, and Among the Stars: ...

TDT - Episode # 336 - The Best and Worst of 2013, part 2 from 2013-12-31T13:18:19

It's the second and better part of our End-of-the-year look back on 2013!  This time we talk about our favorite cooperative game, the most innovative game, the s...

TDT - Episode # 335 - The Best and Worst of 2013, part 1 from 2013-12-24T13:34:24

We kick off the first half of our mega show, in which we take a detailed look at the year 2013 - in regards to gaming.  Joined by a host of contributors, we talk...

TDT - Episode # 334 - Best Queen Games from 2013-12-17T11:44:22

In this episode, Tom and Eric take a look at Canalis from AEG, as well as Francis Drake, Bruges, Super Fantasy, and Roll for it!  We answer another pile of quest...

TDT - Episode # 333 - How We've Changed from 2013-12-10T12:35:03

A ton of stuff in this episode, folks!  We review Lord...

TDT - Episode # 332 - Live from BGG.con 2013, part 2 from 2013-12-03T12:53:05

Tom and Eric once again pause breakfast to talk about BGG.con 2013, and their thoughts on the convention as a whole.  They then go to the second of...

TDT - Episode # 331 - Live from BGG.con 2013, part 1 from 2013-11-26T12:42:05

Tom and Eric pause breakfast to talk about some recently played games, as well as the first part of their show recorded live at BGG.con 2013.  With dozens of publishers and designer guests, Tom ...

TDT - Episode # 330 - Great Team Games from 2013-11-19T10:30

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TDT - Episode # 0 - An Introduction to the Dice Tower from 2013-11-12T12:53:43

In this episode, updated for 2013, Tom and Eric introduce you to themselves and the Dice Tower!  We talk about a couple of recent games, such as Guildhall: Job Faire and Caverna - and then are j...

TDT - Episode # 329 - Games for Young Children from 2013-11-05T12:15:38

In this show, we talk about  the Hobbit - an unexpected J...

TDT - Episode # 328 - Replaced Games we Kept from 2013-10-29T10:54:26

In this episode, we try to catch up on questions by answering a few of them, and also talk about Listen

TDT - Episode # 327 - Three Player Games from 2013-10-22T12:14:46

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TDT - Episode # 326 - Traditional Card Games from 2013-10-15T12:14:30

In this jam-packed show, Eric talks about a couple of board games, and then Tom talks about 22 games in X minutes.  We ...

TDT - Episode # 325 - Relaxing Games from 2013-10-08T11:58:07

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TDT - Episode # 324 - Combat Systems from 2013-10-01T11:32:07

In this show, Geoff tells us what "ludology" means, we talk about gaming burnout, and start a new contest!  Giles goes nuts, Barry blunders, and Bryan goes to the...

TDT - Episode # 323 - Epic Games from 2013-09-24T10:14:40

In this show, we talk about 1776: Rebellion, Terra Mystica, Rialto, Croak, Time 'n Space, and the Two Tower Deck Builder.  We also answer several more question, and end the show with out top ten...

TDT - Episode # 322 - Games from our Childhood from 2013-09-17T12:44:44

Lots to talk about this time!  Tom and Eric look at Phantom of the Opera, Safuasa, Dwarven Miner, Takenoko special edition, Escape, and Last Will!Listen

TDT - Episode # 321 - Replacement Games from 2013-09-10T12:52:53

In this show, we talk about the Scoundrels of Skullport expansion for Lords of Waterdeep, Shafausa, Showdown, Trains, Forbidden Desert and more!  We have one of the scariest tales of Horror ever...

TDT - Episode # 320 - Gen Con 2013 Designer's Panel from 2013-08-27T12:13

In this show, Tom talks with Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games, Geoff Englestein - designer of Space Cadets, Richard Launius - designer of Arkham Horror, Rob Daviau - designer of Risk Legacy...

TDT - Episode # 319 - Gen Con Recap from 2013-08-27T11:10:57

In this episode, Eric and I take a look at Gen Con 2013, talk about the convention as a whole, and then discuss our adventures in playing True Dungeon.  We review the Pathfinder Adventure Card G...

TDT - Episode # 318 - Live from Gen Con 2013 from 2013-08-20T13:31:14

In this show, recorded live at GenCon 2013, we are joined by Zee Garcia and several other Dice Tower contributors.  Geoff gives the best GameTech segment ever, Steve Avery and Tom talk about Not...

TDT - Episode # 317 - Top Ten Abstract Strategy Games from 2013-08-10T12:51

In this show we once again tackle our huge pile of questions, as well as listen to another tale of horror.  We talk about recently played games, such as Island Fortress, Hanabi, Railways Express...

TDT - Episode # 316 - Gen Con 2013 Preview, Part 2 from 2013-08-06T03:59:05

Part two, you say?  Where's part 1?  Well that, ladies and gentlemen - is because it is on the Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast.  We got together and recorded two podcasts - the first is on their fee...

TDT - Episode # 315 - Annoying box sizes from 2013-07-30T11:44:24

In this show, Eric and Tom talk about Forbidden Desert, Diplomacy, My Happy Farm, ROFL, The Hobbit, and more!  Eric punks Tom, Greg returns with a flourish to talk about game cafes, and Geoff ta...

TDT - Episode # 35 - Our wives speak out! from 2013-07-23T12:12:52

In this episode, originally recorded Januar...

TDT - Episode # 314 - Top Ten Kickstarter Games from 2013-07-13T03:04

Tom and Eric do a show live from the Dice Tower Convention 2013!  We start out with reviews of a few games, including Gearworld, then move into questions.  We are visited by Brian, Tish, and the...

TDT - Episode # 313 - Dice Tower Awards Show from 2013-07-09T13:06:26

Recorded live at Dice Tower Convention 2013, Tom and Eric - along with a host of others, take a look at the nominations and winners for the Dice Tower Awards for the year 2012.

TDT - Episode # 312 - Top Ten Turkeys from 2013-06-26T17:26

We have a special guest on this show - causing us to give triple the amount of fun!  Board games we've played recently - including The Duke and the Spiel des Jahres nominees (Qwixx, Augustus, an...

TDT - Episode # 311 - Origins Game Fair, 2013 from 2013-06-25T03:03

We had so much to talk about from the Origins Game Fair that it filled up te entire episode.  And then some.  We talk about games we saw, publishers's new offerings, folks we met, and more!  We ...

TDT - Episode # 310 - Deckbuilding Games from 2013-06-18T10:57:07

In this show, we talk about a pile of expansions, Wasabi, Bang, and Antike Duellum.  We answer a pile of questions - such as where the modern day boardgaming movement began, what we think about ...

TDT - Episode # 309 - The Size of our Collections from 2013-06-11T02:11:19

In this show, we talk about our board and card game collections.  Are they too big?  And Tom talks about how he chooses which games to "cull."  Mary talks about gaming accessories, Tish about th...

TDT - Episode # 308 - Mean and Nasty Games from 2013-06-04T11:40:21

In this show, we talk about Ace Detective, Lady Alice, Coup, Monopoly Deal, and more!  We answer a pile of questions, and Geoff talks about just what makes a game "mean and nasty."   We end the ...

TDT - Episode # 307 - Judging a Game by It's Cover from 2013-05-29T04:19:16

Huzzah - a few hours late - but here's the show!  In this episode, Eric and Tom take a look at Firenze, Mousqetaires du Roy, Tenka, and Eight-Minute Empire.  Tom also previews Xia: Legends of a ...

TDT - Episode # 306 - Hybrid Games from 2013-05-21T11:49:46

In this episode, Tom and Eric talk about City of Iron, 8 Minute Empire, Tzolkin, Bean Trader, and Age of Industry.  Tom also reviews the book Monopoly, Money, and You.  We answer a pile of quest...

TDT - Episode # 305 - Strategy Guides from 2013-05-12T03:51

In this show, Tom and Eric talk about Eclipse for the iOS, the Second Summoners, Space Dice, Diplomacy by web, Quartifacts and more!  Tom talks about a possible new game design, Geoff about Budd...

TDT - Episode # 304 - Artwork in Games from 2013-05-07T16:29:30

Tom and Eric move into their new digs at Coolstuff, Inc., and talk about several new games - including Cutthroat Caverns: Fresh Meat, Arctic Scavengers, Restuarante Italia, City of Remnants, For...

TDT - Episode # 303 - Expansion Boxes from 2013-04-30T19:04

In this episode, we discuss the future of the Dice Tower, have another tale of horror, and listen to Geoff talk about noise.  A new segment from Jude, as well as a look at Krosmaster,...

TDT - Episode # 302 - Political Games from 2013-04-16T12:23:39

In this episode, we take a look at Galaxy Trucker, Legends of Andor, Beer & Vikings, Wiz-War, and more!  We start a new contest, answer a pile of questions, and end the show talking about our to...

TDT - Episode # 301 - Throwing Games Away from 2013-04-09T13:39:19

In this episode of the Dice Tower, we return to normalcy.  Well, mostly - Geoff joins us to talk about white noise, Brian returns with Cult of the Old, and we have a new contributor - Tish - who di...

TDT - Episode # 300 - A New Beginning from 2013-04-01T20:50:57

It's a new page for the Dice Tower in this mega-episode.  In this show, Eric is joined by a host of contributors, including some voices not heard from in a while.  He talks about several recent ...

TDT - Episode # 299 - Live from GTS 2013 from 2013-03-26T18:40:55

In this show, recorded live at the Gama Trade Show in Las Vegas, Tom and Eric give more news than any one show should ever handle, and also give first impressions of Star Trek: Attack Wing and F...

TDT #298 - Top Ten Science Fiction Games from 2013-03-19T16:50:57

In this show we talk about some new games we've played, and end the show with our ten favorite science fiction games!

TDT - Episode # 297 - No Time for Games! from 2013-03-12T14:01:18

A jam packed episode!  Including:  Reviews of Alcatraz, Skagway, Hoplomachus, and Fantastiqa, Brian taking a look-back at Get Bit, talk about upcoming conventions, Barry talking about conquering...

TDT - Episode # 296 - Best Convention Games from 2013-03-06T03:41:08

The second half of our show we recorded live at TotalCon 2013, Eric and I have another tale of Horror, and talk about some more recently played games.  We answer a few questions, but spend most ...

TDT - Episode # 295 - Live from TotalCon 2013 from 2013-02-26T12:20:14

In the first of two episodes recorded live before an audience at TotalCon 2013, we talk with the hosts of Not Just Another Gaming Podcast, Cardboard Jungle, and the GameSalute Shows.  We talk about...

TDT - Episode # 294 - Best Games from 1998 from 2013-02-19T12:34:41

In this episode, Tom takes a look at Fantastiqa and Batman: Gotham City.  We answer quite a few questions, and then take a look back at 1998 - 15 years ago, and talk about the best games from th...

TDT - Episode # 293 - Displaying Games from 2013-02-12T12:44:29

In this show, Eric talks about Catan Histories: Merchants of Europe, while Tom goes over 15 games in 15 minutes. The Chief checks in on Kickstarter, Brian goes to the Amazing Labyrinth, Barry jo...

TDT - Episode # 292 - Best Games from 2003 from 2013-02-05T13:06:12

In this episode, we take a look at Space Cadets, RoboTroc, For the Crown, and the Sesame Street 35th Anniversary Game!  We also have another horrible tale, give credit to designers, mention the ...

TDT - Episode # 291 - Expert Gamers from 2013-01-29T15:29:50

In this show, Geoff talks about game security, and we hear why party games matter.  Mark explains that less is more, Matt talks about solo gaming, and Brian examines atypical randomization.  We ...

TDT - Episode #290 - Best Games from 2008 from 2013-01-22T15:26:26

Well, it's 2013, so as usual, we take a look back five years ago and talk about the best games - now that we have half a decade to muse on the subject.  We also talk about Lancaster, Man Bites D...

TDT - Episode #289 - Heated Discussions from 2013-01-15T15:49:38

Hooray, another episode!  In this show, we talk about the Dice Tower Kickstarter - and also get into our favorite topic - great games!  We review City of Remnants, Mice and Mystics, German Railw...

TDT - Episode # 288 - Best of 2012, part 2 from 2013-01-08T15:54:03

And part two of our best and worst of 2012 show!  In this episode, we talk about the best cooperative games, most innovative games, strangest games, best expansions, best reprints, biggest brain...

TDT - Episode # 287 - Best of 2012, Part 1 from 2013-01-01T14:20:46

Tom, Eric, and host of others all join forces (like Voltron!) to give you the best of 2012.  In this first half of the show, we give our thoughts on the 2012 as a whole, as well as the biggest n...

TDT - Episode # 286 - Lucky Games from 2012-12-26T02:04:50

In this show, we talk about Zombicide, 2019: the Arctic, and Dungeon Command.  We also answer a pile of questions, including why we don't talk much about print and play games, Carcassonne expansion...

Special Alert! - Game On! with Cody and John! from 2012-12-21T13:54:33

Here's an early Christmas Present for you - Game On! with Cody and John.  

John says...

In this special episode of Game On! with Cody and John, we come out of retirement to record a ...

TDT - Episode # 285 - Thrift Store Treasures from 2012-12-18T15:18:54

In this show, we take a look at Kemet, Pixel Tactics, King of Tokyo Power Up! and Noir.  Geoff talks about cheating, Tom talks about how and when you should buy games for others for Christmas, a...

TDT - Episode # 284 - Games that Have Stood the Test of Time from 2012-12-11T14:22:22

Whew!  Another long episode in which we talk about recent games, such as Manhattan Project, Treehouse, Edo, Guidhall, and Courtier.  We also answer quite a few user questions, where we talk abou...

TDT - Episode # 283 - Games only we seem to hate from 2012-12-04T13:06:14

A mega episode, jammed full of all sorts of stuff!  First, we talk about some recently played games, such as Copycat, Spellbound, Escape, and Robinson Crusoe.  The Chief talks about Kickstarter,...

TDT - Episode # 33 - Best Games from the 80's from 2012-11-27T14:11:04

Yes, you read the number correctly.  This is one of our "classic" episodes, redone and remastered for your listening pleasure, with commentary from Tom.  In this show, Tom and Joe are joined by ...

TDT - Episode # 282 - Live from BGG Con from 2012-11-20T14:28:26

In our most interview-heavy show ever, we invite over thirty people to come on our show at a live broadcast from BGG.con!  The catch?  Each person has only two minutes to speak.  From designers ...

TDT - Episode # 281 - 2012 Holiday Gift Guide from 2012-11-13T04:43:13

In the first of what will become an annual event, we, along with our contributors, give a Holiday Gift Guide for games that you can get for 2012!   We give advice for the best Children's Games, Fam...

TDT - Episode # 280 - Worst Games from 2012-11-06T13:19

In this episode, we take a look at 1969, Villagers and Villains, and a couple tales of Horror!  We answer questions about signs of a hardcore gamer, and what to do with people who are rules craz...

TDTE - Episode # 279 - Crush players or not? from 2012-11-02T10:42:18

In this episode, our contributors come out in full force!  Mark Zielinski talks about Dark Vengeance, Brian looks back at the Great Dalmuti, Steve Avery talks with Richard Launius, Greg heads to...

TDT - Episode # 279 - To Crush Your Opponent... from 2012-10-30T20:17:17

In this episode, our contributors come out in full force!  Mark Zielinski talks about Dark Vengeance, Brian looks back at the Great Dalmuti, Steve Avery talks with Richard Launius, Greg heads to...

TDT - Episode # 278 - Best Gangster Games from 2012-10-23T14:24

In this show, we review Quest of the Qladiator, Hooyah, Briefcase, Voluspa, and Domnion Dark Ages. Quest of the Qladiator, Hooyah, Briefcase, Voluspa. We answer questions about slavery in games,...

TDT - Episode # 277 - Getting Rules Wrong from 2012-10-16T15:02

In this show, Brian takes a look back at Atmosfear, Eric and I are scared by yet another horror story, and Geoff talks about negative vs. positive rewards.  We talk about what when we get a rule...

TDT - Episode # 276 - Best Puzzle Games from 2012-10-09T12:03:23

In this show, we talk about Gauntlet of Fools, Tooth and Nail, Sator Arepo Tenent Opera Rotas (whew!), Tempus, and dealing with a sore loser.  We are subjugated to another Tale of Horror and ans...

TDT - Episode # 275 - Gaming Tastes A'Changing from 2012-10-02T12:50:49

In this show, Steve Avery takes a look at Dungeon Fighter and Scurvy Pirates, while Brian examines Three Dragon Ante.  Tom continues his ranting, and we also review several games, such as Alien ...

TDT - Episode # 274 - Best Seven-player Games from 2012-09-25T11:28:09

In this show, Brian takes a look back at Dice Tower Convention, we answer a few listener questions, and Eric learns some pronunciation.  We review a pile of game, including Sheepland, Sunrise Ci...

TDT - Episode # 273 - Themes that Turn Us Off from 2012-09-18T12:34:08

In this show, Ryan talks about a new project he's beginning, Brian examines Shadow Hunters, and Geoff talks about hindsight in games.  We take a look at Puzzle Strike, City of Horror, Banditos, ...

TDT - Episode # 272 - Funny Games from 2012-09-11T11:44:47

In this episode, we answer several listener questions, and talk about some recently played games, such as Synch Up, Thunderstone Advance: Caverns of Bane, and High Noon Saloon.  We also talk abo...

TDT - Episode # 271 - Storing Games from 2012-09-04T12:49:33

In this episode we talk about Let's Take a Hike and Dominion: Dark Ages, as well as give a preview of the upcoming Shadows over Camelot: the Card Game.  Mary talks about Gen Con, we have a truly...

TDT - Episode # 270 - Gen Con 2012 from 2012-08-28T12:31:47

In this extra long Dice Tower, Eric and I take a look at Gen Con.  We of course talk about some games we played, such as Dungeon Fighter and Space Cadets, but we also interview a plethora of game d...

TDT - Episode # 269 - Games that Got us into Gaming from 2012-08-21T13:07:49

In this episode, Tom and Eric podcast live from GenCon 2012!

But don't worry, we don't talk all about the fair.  Instead, Eric gives us some first impressions of the new Merchant of Venus,...

TDT - Episode # 268 - GenCon 2012 Preview from 2012-08-13T02:38:20

Once again, Cody Jones and John Richard join us.  Since they are experts on all things GenCon, they make the perfect guests for our big GenCon 2012 preview show!  We talk about games being shown an...

TDT - Episode # 267 - Games We're Looking Forward to from 2012-08-07T13:28:52

Yeah, I know we say that were going to talk about GenCon, and we do a very small amount, but most of that is in the next episode.  In this episode, we're joined by Cody Jones and John Richard, and ...

TDT - Episode # 266 - Games we Hate to Lose from 2012-07-31T12:13:08

In this show, we talk about several new games we've played, including the Maranda series of abstract strategy games.  We answer several questions, talking about iOS games, card games, dungeon ga...

TDT - Episode # 265 - Open or Closed Scoring from 2012-07-24T12:48:16

Open or Closed Scoring is a classic argument that seems to be around forever, so we thought we talk about it once again!  We also are joined by quite a few contributors, including Geoff talking ...

TDT - Episode # 32 - Best Game Designers from 2012-07-17T11:48:42

In this classic episode, originally posted- January 6, 2006, Joe Steadman and I give a joint review of Railroad Tycoon, listen to an audio review by Walt O'Hara, and get ...

TDT - Episode # 2012A - Dice Tower Awards 2012! from 2012-07-12T11:20:22

In this episode, we announce the Dice Tower Awards for 2012 - awarding the best games that came out in the year 2011.

Find the complete set of winners and nominees at http://www.dicetower...

TDT - Episode # 264 - Top Game Designers from 2012-07-10T13:02:59

In this episode, Tom gives a quick recap of Dice Tower Convention 2012, and we also talk about recently played games, including Shadowrift.  We answer listener questions, and end the show talkin...

TDT - Episode # 263 - Multiple Gaming Tables from 2012-07-03T12:08:29

In this show, we add two new contributors, one who takes a look at Clout: Fantasy.  We also talk about several new games including Pret a Porter and Listen

TDT - Episode # 262 - Lunchtimes games from 2012-06-26T21:10:06

In this episode, we take a look at our top ten "lunchtime" games, games that can be played and set up during a lunch break at work.  We also talk about some recently played games, answer some qu...

TDT - Episode 261 - Looking ahead in a game from 2012-06-19T10:28:01

In this episode, Geoff talks about giant numbers, and Greg descends into Madness.  Mary talks about house rules, and Tom reviews Descent 2.0.  We stereotype gamers yet again, and then talk about...

TDT - Episode 260 - Best Trading in the Mediterranean Games from 2012-06-12T11:25:24

There seems to be some sort of invasion on this show, coming from Origins.  But once we ignore all that, you'll see that we answer quite a few questions, and then Tom and Eric take a look at the To...

TDT - Episode 259 - Games and Real Life from 2012-06-05T10:34:04

In this show, Brian Englestein starts a new segment, Geoff continues to tell us how to win at games, and Ryan talks about Urban Sprawl.  We have a fake top ten list, go over recent games - such ...

TDT - Episode 258 - Best Gateway Games from 2012-05-29T10:33:41

Once again, we answer a pile of questions, as wel as review Divinaire and discuss the nominees for Spiel des Jahres.  We finish up the show with our top ten "Gateway" games - games used to intro...

TDT - Episode 257 - Gaming Money from 2012-05-22T10:22:53

Tom and Eric talk about several new games, including Empires of the Void and Hawaii.  We also talk about Nothing Personal and other board game news, and listen to Geoff talk about how our will b...

TDT - Episode 256 - Best Game Expansions from 2012-05-15T10:35:27

In this show, Tom talks about pretty much everything involving gaming that enters his scatterbrained mind.  This includes some pretty big announcements, game news, and more.  We answer several g...

TDT - Episode 255 - Favorite Gaming Partner from 2012-05-08T10:31:19

In this show, we review several games, including Shootout, Nefarious, and Catan Junior.  We take a look a the latest gaming news, travel the country looking for game stores, and announce a new, ...

TDT - Episode 254 - Economic Games from 2012-05-01T13:08:40

We once again jump into our mailbag and answer all sorts of questions, while Ryan talks about Caylus again.  Again.  Then we jump into the meat of our program, where we talk about our top ten ec...

TDT - Episode 253 - Return of Dexter from 2012-04-24T11:30:22

In this show, we find out what's happening with Dexter, Mark makes a huge mistake, and Geoff talks about game criticism.  We also talk about how much we play games - and is it enough?

TDT - Episode 252 - Dice Games from 2012-04-17T10:33:06

In this episode, Eric talks about Outpost, and then he and Tom answer questions for quite a bit of the show!  We then go over our top ten dice games. 

TDT - Episode 251 - Interaction from 2012-04-10T10:06:41

In this episode, Tom muses about different types of games, and Chief comes to the grand finale of his gaming group. Geoff talks about crowdsourcing, Eric goes over a ton of new games he played a...

TDT - Episode 31 - Upcoming Games from 2006 from 2012-04-03T10:58:18

What?  No, we're not confused.  This is a classic episode of the Dice Tower in which we go back to the end of 2005 in which Tom and Joe review quite a few games, including World of Warcraft the ...

TDT - Episode 250 - Celebration! from 2012-03-27T10:06:30

It's our big 250th episode!  We are joined by dozens of people, friends from past and present, to talk about the history of the show and just celebrate.  We also take a look at our top ten Dice ...

TDT - Episode 249 - Games Palapalooza from 2012-03-20T09:45

In this episode, Tom and Eric answer quite a few of your questions, including faults in games they love. We also review a whole pile of games, including Wiz War, Rex, Pirates of Nassau, Rocket J...

TDT - Episode 248 - Top Ten Underrated Games from 2012-03-13T11:03:52

In this show, we continue our "live" show from TotalCon.  With us this time is special guest, Lorien Green - producer of Gone Cardboard, a documentary about board games.  She and we answer quest...

TDT - Episode 247 - Total Con Live, part 1 from 2012-03-06T11:39:29

In this episode, we take the show on the road!  From TotalCon 26, we are joined by the hosts of Not Just Another Gaming Podcast to talk about a pile of games that we played.  We also talk about ...

TDT - Episode 246 - Best of 1997 (15 Years Ago) from 2012-02-29T13:22:20

In this episode, we are joined by Seth Jaffee, designer of Eminent Domain, and Steve Buonocore, head of Stronghold Games.  We have a showdown between Eminent Domain, Core Worlds, and Race for th...

TDT - Episode 245 - Reprints we want to see from 2012-02-21T11:12:36

In this episode of the Dice Tower, Tom and Eric talk about a bunch of games that start with the letter "D", while Greg examines Kickstarter.  Chief continues his quest to build a gaming group, Geof...

TDT - Episode 244 - Best of 2002 (ten years ago) from 2012-02-14T11:36:16

In this episode, Eric and I talk about Risk Legacy again, as well as a few other games - and then spend a good bit of the episode looking ten years back at 2002 - talking about gaming trends the...

TDT - Episode 243 - The Longest Game from 2012-02-07T11:22:07

In this show, Chief talks once again about building a game group, Geoff discusses 3D printing, and Ryan complains about "hobbit" cards.  We talk about several different games, a bit of news, and...

TDT - Episode 242 - Best of 2007 (Five Years ago) from 2012-01-31T11:31:41

In this show, Ryan takes a look at complexity and games, while we review Evo, Poseidon's Kingdom, and Flash Point.  We answer a ton of listener questions, and end the show with our top ten games...

TDT - Episode 241 - Nolstagia and Games from 2012-01-24T11:44:52

In this show, we kick off our annual fund raiser, with our cool new Dice Towers, and Geoff talks about pain and games.  The Chief delves into Kickstarter, Andrew talks about a Few Acres of Snow,...

Episode # 240 - Best of 2011, part 2 from 2012-01-17T11:36:17

We continue our best of 2011 show, still joined by an army of contributors!  In this half, we talk about our favorite expansions of 2011, as well as the best reprint, most innovative game, best ...

Episode # 239 - Best of 2011, part 1 from 2012-01-10T12:01:10

In this episode, we are joined by a ton of contributors as we take a look back over the year of 2011.  In this first half, we talk about the best card, war, and party game.  We discuss our most ...

Episode # 238 - Games out of our Comfort Zone from 2011-12-20T13:39:38

In this show, Ryan muses about artists and games, and Tom groans about times he says "Oops".  We talk about recently played games, and interview Listen

Episode # 237 - Addicting Games from 2011-12-13T11:15:35

In this episode, Geoff talks about Power Creep, while Moritz reviews Shadow Era.  We talk about some Turkeys and Kangaroos (games that have changed in our rankings) and player stereotypes.  We d...

Episode # 236 - Top Ten Fantasy Games from 2011-12-06T11:07:33

In this episode, we are joined by Russ Wakelin from the D6 Generation podcast.  We answer a few questions, talk about the complexity of modern games, and then delve into our top ten fantasy game...

Episode # 235 - Paper and Pencil Games from 2011-11-29T11:40:22

In this episode, the Chief talks about some new Kickstarter projects, while Andrew Miller asks if playing World War 2 games is immoral.  Geoff and Greg pop in with segments, Steve reviews Sentin...

Episode # 234 - Our Top Ten Dexterity Games from 2011-11-22T11:26:10

Episode 234 is uploaded for your listening pleasure!

In this show, we talk about some new games - with Steve and Richard
discussing King of Tokyo.  We finish off our large l...

Episode #233: A Deck of Cards from 2011-11-17T13:45

In this episode, Moritz talks about the iPad, and Tom rants about know it alls. We talk about Star Trek Fleet Captains, Legend of Drizzt, and other new games. We end the show talking about our f...

Episode #232: Top 10 Historical Games from 2011-11-14T14:03

In this episode, we are joined by Rich Sommer from the AMC show Mad Men. He talks about his new board game TV gig, and helps us answer our many questions. We get a report from Essen, and close t...

Episode #30: Top 10 Games from 2005 from 2011-11-13T14:07

In this episode, originally posted December 21, 2005, we take a break from our normal routine. Instead of our normal lineup, we simply discuss our top ten games from 2005. Rick Thornquist, Ted C...

Episode #231: Favorite Gaming Websites from 2011-11-04T15:07

In this show, we hear information from all of our contributors from all over the world, including the return of Dexter! We take a look at several games, including an indepth review of Risk: Lega...

Episode #230: Top 10 Horror Themed Games from 2011-10-24T11:24

In this episode, Tom and Eric are joined by Quinton and Paul from the Shut up & Sit Down video show. We answer quite a few questions, and then delve into our top ten horror themed games. Mwa ha ...

Episode #29A: Stronghold Games Announcement from 2011-10-21T04:00

A special announcement from Stronghold Games.

Episode #229: Recent Games and Kickstarter from 2011-10-19T03:39

In this episode, we ask the question - what is the true gaming capitol of the world. We mention some recent games, including Discworld, and Geoff takes us on a Wild West showdown. Andrew wonders...

Episode #29: Top 10 Double Date Games from 2011-10-19T03:35

This episode, originally posted November 2005, contains our hot game of the month - Deflexion (now Khet). We review Axis and Allies Pacific, and talk about our top ten "double date" games.

Episode #228: Top 10 Collectible Games from 2011-10-11T14:55

In this episode, Moritz takes a vacation in Greece, and we talk about several new games, including Killer Bunnies and Hibernia. We answer a ton of listener questions, and conclude with our top t...

Episode #227: Themes that can make or break a game from 2011-10-04T18:35

In this show, we talk about Belfort, King of Tokyo, Clippers, and Eaten by Zombies. Mark talks about taking kids to conventions, and Geoff discusses gamers helping real world problems. We go ove...

Episode #28: Top 10 Surprise Attack Games from 2011-10-04T18:32

Originally posted December 2005, this show features Joe and Tom talking about their top Pacific Theater games, and their top ten Surprise Attack Games.

Episode #226: Top 10 Games from Rob Daviau and Craig Van Ness from 2011-09-29T14:24

In this show, Tom and Eric answer a pile of user questions and talk about some recent games such as Space Maze and Back to the Future, the card game. Father Geek talks about memorization, Greg a...

Episode #27: Best Games of 2001 from 2011-09-29T14:11

In this show, originally posted November 2005, Joe and Tom review Hive and Apples to Apples, as well as look at the best games from 2001.

Episode #225: Profound Influences from 2011-09-21T02:59

In this show, we talk about games that have had a profound influence on us, while Geoff takes a look at chaos theory. We talk about some recently played games, including Werewolf, Martian Dice, ...

Episode #224: Top 10 Games for Six Players from 2011-09-14T15:33

In this episode we take a look at Elder Signs, Coyote, Castle Dash, and Adventurers: Pyramid of Horus. We learn some more about geek skills, game conventions, and answers to questions. Finally, ...

Episode #223: Kids at Conventions from 2011-09-06T16:22

In this episode, Tom interviews Wizkids, the Chief talks about Kickstarter, and Ryan hates on El Grande. Tom gives a full review of Star Trek: Fleet Captains, he and Eric talk about recently pla...

Episode #222: Martin Wallace Games from 2011-09-01T12:18

In this episode, we visit yet another gaming store and answer a ton of user questions. We go over several new games, including Rune Age, and end the show with our favorite (and worst!) Martin Wa...

Episode #221: Wishing for Expansions from 2011-08-23T14:56

In this episode, Chief continues looking at how to start up a game group, and Jim looks at Core Worlds. Moritz talks about games with Paranoia, and Geoff talks about the importance of choice. Gr...

Episode #220: GenCon 2011 from 2011-08-16T13:37

In this episode, we take a look at GenCon, the largest gaming convention in America, for 2011. Tom mentions 30 games that listeners should check out, Geoff and Ryan weigh in, and Eric talks abou...

Episode #219: 2010 Dice Tower Awards from 2011-08-10T15:34

In this episode, Tom and Eric are joined by a plethora of others to announce the Dice Tower Awards, talking about the best games of 2010.

Episode #218: The Perfect Game Room from 2011-08-01T13:23

In this episode, we answer a pile of questions from listeners, and talk about our ideas for the perfect game room.

Episode #217: The Perfect Location for a Game Store from 2011-07-25T13:57

In this episode, we continue our current contest, Geoff takes a look at polyhedral dice, and Moritz gets LOUD about games! We discuss 17 new games in 20 minutes, or so. We also talk about our ga...

Episode #216: Top 10 Games from Asmodee Editions from 2011-07-18T22:02

In this episode, we answer a ton of user questions, continue our contest, and learn about silent games from Moritz. We end the episode with our top ten games from Asmodee Editions.

Episode #215: Should you force your kids to game? from 2011-07-13T22:34

In this episode, Geoff talks about fuzzy logic, and Eric talks once more about dice. We spend time going over Origins, talking about the events and the future of the convention. Finally, we disc...

Episode #214: Top 10 Bruno Faidutti Games from 2011-07-07T13:07

In this show, we answer a pile of questions and talk about our top ten Bruno Faidutti Games.

Episode #213: Getting ready for Origins 2011 from 2011-06-14T12:21

In this episode, we talk about Origins 2011, and tell you things to look forward to! We talk about folks going for the first time - things to see, things to avoid, and tips everyone should take ...

Episode #212: Top ten story-telling games from 2011-06-07T13:05

In this episode, Moritz enters the Mansions from Madness, and Ryan finds another game show he hates. We answer a pile of questions, and give our top ten story-telling games - whatever that means...

Episode #211: Ideal Qualities in a Gaming Opponent from 2011-05-30T12:40

In this episode, Steve makes himself a target, the Chief talks about starting a game group, and Geoff and Ryan interview the designer of Code 777 and Confusion. We react to the German game of th...

Episode #210: Top 10 Requirements for a Friendly Local Game Store from 2011-05-23T13:17

In this episode, we have Ryan Sturm and Geoff Englestein from the Ludology podcast and answer several questions. Tom talks about his local game store, and we give our top ten list of things nece...