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| #158: Choosing a Game to Play | 14 Sep 2026 | 01:27:50 | |
The game night is scheduled, the players are accounted for, but now...how do we pick the game? James is joined by Steve as we discuss our personal methodology, considerations, and what works for our group when it comes to choosing the games we play at game night. Also recent plays of Guards of Atlantis II, 1894, Kaivai, Boomtown, and Rise & Fall. Enjoy the show! 3:55 Guards of Atlantis II 13:22 Boomtown 20:53 1894 36:31 Revisiting: Medieval Merchant & Freya's Folly 46:04 Kaivai 53:56 Rise & Fall 59:05 Main Topic: Choosing a Game to Play DoaMcoN 7 Announcement Coming Soon! http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #157: DoaMcoN VI Wrap Up | 31 Aug 2026 | 02:29:07 | |
It's the DoaMcoN Wrap Up Episode! After a full week of gaming at our 6th annual con, James & Derek sit down to discuss memorable moments and iconic plays. Special correspondent Dylan joins live from the past with attendee interviews as we relive some of their favorite games from the event as well. Enjoy the show! No Timestamps for this one, far too many games to mention! But you'll hear about Mega Medina, late night DoaMcoN nonsense, James' return to train games, Derek and the ghost of the COIN Collectors, Negotiation & Trolling, Splotters & Wehrle Love, and so much more! Interviews in order: Dylan, Justin, Stephan, Zach, BL, Joshua, Steve, Alexander, Vince, Colton, Tim, Bernease, and Olly! DoaMcoN 7 Announcement Coming Soon! http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #156: The "Modernization" of Games | 15 Aug 2026 | 01:48:05 | |
Vincent joins James as we discuss the insatiable need for modern publishers to "fix" games when they rescue them from obscurity and reprint them. Why is this so common? Who are the good guys doing it right and the bad guys blowing it every time? Also recent plays of some reprinted games such as Container, Gold Country, Medieval Merchant, Waddle, and so much more. Enjoy the show! 1:18 Hellas: The DoaM Knight Rises 5:19 Full DoaMcoN VI Hype Train 8:20 Medieval Merchant 17:33 Container 26:48 Tales of the Arabian Nights 32:53 Waddle 37:57 Decko 44:56 Freya's Folly 51:34 Die Saulen von Venedig 57:44 Gold Country 1:10:48 Main Topic: The Modernization of Games 1:41:31 James' Top 5 Most Anticipated DoaMcoN Games
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| #155: Dissing DoaM Darlings | 25 Jul 2026 | 01:41:04 | |
James is joined by Camden as we open up the haterade and talk about the DoaM Darlings that the community loves - but we just don't. We'll examine what keeps us from falling in line on some of Dads on a Map's favorite titles. Also recent plays of Cross Bronx Expressway, Nokosu Dice, Owner's Choice, Capital Lux 2, and Wolfel. Enjoy the show! 7:45 Cross Bronx Expressway 22:00 Paths of Glory 31:02 Owner's Choice 39:35 Nokosu Dice 46:25 Wolfel 58:50 Capital Lux 2 1:03:37 Main Topic: Dissing DoaM Darlings http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #154: Summer Gaming Burst | 05 Jul 2026 | 01:26:38 | |
A nice full month of gaming means a nice full show full of game talk! James is joined by Steve to talk recent plays of Archipelago, John Company, Pax Pamir 1E, Shadow Hunters, Intrigue, and so much more! We're down to our last few lodging spots for DoaMcoN VI, live in Kansas City on August 19-23. Sign up now! :51 Get to know Steve 12:35 The Old Prince 1871 17:52 Archipelago 24:53 Pax Pamir 1E 30:47 Intrigue 38:08 Bad Bets 41:21 Nur Peanuts 46:59 Santiago 49:28 Bohnanza 55:03 Bauernschlau 57:00 John Company 1:02:36 Shark 1:06:05 Shadow Hunters 1:16:24 Magical Athlete & Hot Streak 1:21:49 Puerto Banana Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #153: Father's Day 2026 with My Boys! | 21 Jun 2026 | 01:15:31 | |
James is joined by his 2 boys Colton & Corbin for the traditional Father's Day Episode. Fresh off of a family vacation filled with some rare gaming time, hear all about plays of Puerto Banana, Panda Royale, I'm The Boss, Cozy Stickerville, and a 19 player game of Blood on the Clocktower. Happy Father's Day DoaM! 1:30 New Patron Shivan, DoaMcoN Signups 2:49 Get to know the boys 16:12 Family Vacation! 17:35 Cozy Stickerville 23:45 Escape Room in a Box? 29:58 Puerto Banana 31:58 Epic Universe - Nintendo World 41:28 Tampa w/ DoaMer Brandon 42:28 Panda Royale 47:56 I'm The Boss 7P 51:05 Bohnanza 52:36 Incan Gold & Skull King 56:13 Blood on the Clocktower 19P 1:09:07 What Video Game would you like to see as a Board Game? Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| TRICKY #20: BGG Spring 2026 | 09 Jun 2026 | 01:53:16 | |
Derek & Drew headed over to the DFW Airport to enjoy BGG Spring Con 2026! Listen in as we talk Cross Bronx Expressway, 1830, Euro Crisis, and many more! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Opening Discussion 3:10 - Day One (Santiago, 1830, Snowp, Puerto Banana) 22:00 - Day Two (DNUP, Night Soil, Euro Crisis) 41:30 - Day Three (Cross Bronx Expressway, Tricktaker Event, Giants) 1:13:20 - Day Four (Baltic Empires, Manila, Late Night Madness) 1:35:00 - Day Five (Crits & Tricks, Die Verbotene Stadt) Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #152: James & Tim at Punchboard Paradise Con | 25 May 2026 | 01:06:01 | |
James & Tim link up at Punchboard Paradise Con and talk all about some of their favorite plays of the weekend. The Old Prince, Wiz War, Rocky Ventures, UR 1830, Aquadukt, Liberty or Death, Infamous Traffic and more! Enjoy the show! 2:41 Crokinole, Blood on the Clocktower, and Doppelkopf 5:56 The Old Prince 1871 14:15 Wiz War 16:21 Rocky Ventures 24:02 Bad Bets 27:27 1830 UR 30:55 Aquadukt 35:59 Kuhhandel Master 39:57 Liberty or Death 42:42 An Infamous Traffic 47:33 Bests & Worsts Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #151: Adam from The Cardboard Carnival | 04 May 2026 | 01:06:12 | |
James is joined by Adam, one of our Hacendado patrons, and co-host of the new Cardboard Carnival podcast. Join us as we discuss Adam's unique experience starting a podcast with his young daughter. We'll also talk recent plays of Rayroads, Fukuzatsu, Panda Royale, and A Place for All My Books. Enjoy the show! :51 Welcome Adam 6:03 Rayroads 12:59 Panda Royale 18:18 Revisit: TI4 Async & Kuhhandel Master 22:10 A Place For All My Books 27:00 Fukuzatsu aka Taured Poker 39:26 The Cardboard Carnival and starting a podcast 54:55 Our Punchboard Paradise Con Want to Play Lists Check out The Cardboard Carnival wherever you get your podcasts! Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #150: Building a Game Group | 19 Apr 2026 | 01:19:36 | |
James is joined for the first time by Jon as they talk all about building a game group. Impossible? Or are you just not trying hard enough. Hear their personal experiences and efforts to make a group that sticks. Also recent plays of Mexica, Gods & Mortals, Kuhhandel Master, Das Pferd Von Troja and more! Enjoy the show! :59 Meet Jon 4:00 Housekeeping: New Patron Ray, DoaM Madness, DoaMcoN 7:33 Gods & Mortals 14:55 Kuhhandel Master 22:11 Mexica 32:41 Peace 1905 38:00 Twilight Imperium IV Async 48:22 Das Pferd Von Troja 55:24 Main Topic: Building a Gaming Group Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #149: Next Level Kids Play w/ Joe! | 06 Apr 2026 | 01:29:28 | |
Joe returns from a long hiatus to join James and talk all about gaming with his growing kids. Hear his thoughts on TCGs, Arcs, and a surprising face turn on Knizia? Also recent plays of 1841, Razzia, and Mr Diamond. Enjoy the show! 2:35 Welcome Back Joe 14:10 1841 22:28 TCG Talk: Magic, Pokémon, Lorcana 37:17 Razzia 42:48 Khan of Khans and other Knizias 57:13 Mr Diamond 104:48 Arcs 1:17:22 Joe is back online Follow along with the DoaM Madness Tournament: Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #148: Rise of the Abstracts | 23 Mar 2026 | 01:49:42 | |
Finally, Abstracts get their day on Dads on a Map! Trenton & Cody join James to talk all about this often ignored genre - what these games bring to the table, what makes them special, and some of their favorite recommendations. Also recent plays of Puerto Banana, Mamma Mia, Medina, & Ponte del Diavolo. Enjoy the show! 1:52 DoaM Madness Check In 8:24 Mahjong & Blood on the Clocktower 14:16 Mamma Mia 16:08 Ponte del Diavolo 20:15 Puerto Banana 26:50 Medina 33:24 GIPF 36:05 Main Topic: Abstract Games 51:43 Game Recommendations: Intro Games 1:04:33 Lifestyle/Community Games 1:15:21 Obscure Favorites Follow along with the DoaM Madness Tournament: Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #147: Live from DoaMcoN Jr 2026 | 08 Mar 2026 | 01:08:40 | |
James & handful of DoaM friends gathered in the midwest for a small "Cabin Con" - listen in as attendees talk some of their favorite plays and experiences. You'll hear from a host of people about Medina, Blood on the Clocktower, Dune: The Dice Game, Twilight Imperium, 18xx, Indonesia, Puerto Banana, and so much more! Want to join the next get together? Sign up for DoaMcoN VI below! http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #146: DoaM Madness 2026 | 22 Feb 2026 | 01:03:48 | |
James & Derek bring you all 64 first round matchups from the upcoming DoaM Madness Tournament. See how DoaM's Top 128 games, chosen by the fans, fare against each other in a single elimination tournament with bragging rights and their place in history on the line. Also recent plays of Magna Grecia, Carrom, and Zoo Vadis. Enjoy the show! 2:15 Ruben's Mini Chips 7:25 Zoo Vadis 11:02 Magna Grecia 15:00 Carrom 21:08 DoaM Madness Tournament Preview Participate in DoaM Madness & win a free game: Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #145: Great Convention Games | 08 Feb 2026 | 01:46:11 | |
James is joined by Derek as they jump head first into Board Game Con season by talking about what makes a great con game for them. What are our priorities and must haves at some of our favorite conventions. Also recent plays of Spectaculum/Gold Country, Bested Another Time, The Old Prince 1871, and Pacts. Enjoy the show! 7:23 Spectaculum/Gold Country/Trackgate 26:47 Bested Another Time 33:10 The Old Prince 1871 39:38 Pacts 44:45 Hitster 52:20 First Orchard 55:45 Derek goes to FlingCon 58:04 What makes a great Con game? Participate in DoaM Madness & win a free game: Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI - August 19-23: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #144: Stellar Ventures & Satisfying Game Arcs | 26 Jan 2026 | 01:46:08 | |
James is joined by Justin & Nahv of Tabletapas Games as they prepare for their Kickstarter launch of the new thematic economic game Stellar Ventures. We'll chat about the origin of their company, their experience in game development, and tie it all together with a discussion about satisfying game arcs. We'll also talk recent plays of Wiz War, Sol: Last Days of a Star, and For All Mankind. Enjoy the show! 00:47 Welcome Justin & Nahv 3:33 Stellar Ventures on Kickstarter now 7:52 Cube Rails meets 18xx? 16:35 Strong Cube Rails DNA 26:26 Components & Location challenges 36:36 Recent plays: Pax Ren Tournament 41:49 For All Mankind 48:25 Wiz War 51:59 Sol on boardtogether.games 56:01 The Gang 1:03:30 Kilauea 1:12:10 Game Arcs: Act 1, Act 2, Act 3 1:29:35 Developing the arc of Stellar Ventures 1:38:23 Collaborating with designer Pontus Nillson 1:40:05 Future Tabletapas Teasers? Check out Stellar Ventures on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tabletapasgames/stellar-ventures Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #143: All About Auctions | 11 Jan 2026 | 01:42:40 | |
Auctions! James is joined by Chris to explore one of our favorite mechanics in board games. What is it that auctions do that really help to elevate the board game experience for us and what are some of our favorite auctions in games. Also recent plays of Shark, San Marco, Indonesia 3rd Edition, and more!
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| #142: 2025 End of Year Wrap Up | 28 Dec 2025 | 01:15:05 | |
Wrap up the year with James, Tim, Dylan, and Derek as we take a look back at 2025. Our favorite new-to-us games, our top game of 2025, the 1 play that rose above all the rest, and our gaming resolutions for next year. Also recent plays of Scape Goat, Blood on the Clocktower, Kilauea, and Martian Rails. Enjoy the show, and Happy Holidays from DoaM! 4:22 A Special Thanks
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| #141: BGG Con 2025 | 15 Dec 2025 | 02:02:35 | |
Fresh off their time at BGG Con, RJ & Drew join James on the show to talk about their wild array of dusty, feisty, sometimes wacky and weird plays from their week in Dallas, Texas. Recent plays of Dune the Dice Game, West Riding Revisited, Nur Peanuts, Symbioz, VOC! and so much more. Enjoy the show! 3:21 BGG Con Vibes & Themes
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| #140: Hurts So Good | 02 Dec 2025 | 01:09:04 | |
All aboard the pain train! James is joined by Tim as they talk about the bad beats, bad vibes, and bad intentions that can lead to some of the best moments in all of gaming. Do you like "mean games?" Also recent plays of The Old Prince 1871, Innovation, Tal der Konige, and more! Enjoy the show! 3:55 Thanksgiving Question Listen to Tim on Punchboard Paradise's "2 Off The Top" Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #139: Fill 'er Up | 17 Nov 2025 | 01:45:08 | |
James is joined by Dylan as we discuss the board game filler and it's role in our gaming collection and game days. What makes a good filler and what are some of our favorites for different situations. Also recent plays of Sternenhimmel, March of the Ants, Chicago 68, Verrat, and more! Enjoy the show! 1:21 Chatting with Dylan Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #138: Blood on the Clocktower | 02 Nov 2025 | 01:36:47 | |
Brandon joins James as the guys take a deeper look into the surprise hit of DoaMcoN this past year - Blood on the Clocktower. Including a briefing on what it is, what it isn't, the role of the storyteller, and both hosts' experiences playing the game with their local groups. Also recent plays of Torres, Thunder Road Vendetta, The Great Zimbabwe, and 1841. Enjoy the show! 4:26 Torres Information & Signups for DoaMcoN VI: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #137: DoaM Top 20 Episode (2025 Edition) | 20 Oct 2025 | 01:54:37 | |
Another year of Dads on a Map kicks off with our annual Top 20 Episode. James is joined by Derek as they run down their personal current Top 20 as well as the DoaM Community list, with input from over 100 DoaMers. 60 games, 3 list, and a great way to find out what the Dads on a Map community is all about. List show! DoaMcoN VI is August 19-23, 2026 in Kansas City, MO. For full information and signups, head here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10h3wllpU-VjCqA7YcL3JUndSmZY2AqE1U9K1K4sRNuA/edit?usp=sharing http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #136: Live from DoaMcoN V | 08 Sep 2025 | 01:28:54 | |
We're all home from DoaMcoN V, another successful convention for the Dads on a Map community. Listen in to some live recordings from the event, and James will put a bow on things at the end with his Bottom 3 Plays, Top 3 New To Me Games, and Top 5 Plays of the con. Thanks to everyone who attended and help to continue to make DoaMcoN a rousing success! 6:05 Railheads: Midwest Stay tuned for info on DoaMcoN VI announcements! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||
| #135: DoaMcoN Top 10 Must Plays (The Final Countdown) | 24 Aug 2025 | 01:19:16 | |
It's the final countdown to DoaMcoN V. Kunk joins James on the show to run down our personal Top 10 Must Play Games at the con, and to speedrun through the community's lists as well. We'll also talk recent plays of Sol, Hive, John Company, GIPF, Northern Pacific, and Chicago Express. Enjoy the show! 2:28 Sol: Last Days of a Star See you at DoaMcoN! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #134: Burning Out Online | 11 Aug 2025 | 01:17:08 | |
For years DoaM has endorsed playing online to get your fix, but what happens when you go too hard and ruin those online games for your real life experience? Vincent joins James on the show as they discuss this and also recent plays of Napoleon's Triumph, Ark Nova, Ace of Aces, and God's Playground. Enjoy the show! 1:30 DoaMcoN Sold Out! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #133: Cardboard Supercard | 27 Jul 2025 | 01:13:27 | |
What if your favorite games went head to head in the larger than life world of pro wrestling? James is joined by Dylan as we assemble our Cardboard Supercard - fantastical matchups of some of our favorite board game titles that can only happen in our dreams. We'll also talk recent plays of Rise & Fall, Wizard, Art Society, and Reef Encounter. Enjoy the show! (1:45) Humble Brags Follow Dylan: https://www.youtube.com/@drstclair http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #132: Riichi Mahjong | 15 Jul 2025 | 01:45:23 | |
Riichi Mahjong! It's more than the latest DoaM phase, and Trenton joins James on the show to tell you why this lifestyle game is here to stay. Why is it great, how do you play in person and online, just what is happening in this traditional regional game, and how do you get in. We'll also talk recent plays of Votes for Women, Planet Steam, NXS, Big Shot, and Streetcar Suburb. Enjoy the show! 00:30 Welcome Trenton mahjongsoul.yo-star.com https://dainachiba.github.io/RiichiBooks/ http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #131: F#!*ing Up | 30 Jun 2025 | 01:42:11 | |
We've all done it before - F#!*ed it all up. Justin joins James to talk about screwing up the teach, screwing up your gameplay, screwing your neighbors, and how we deal with it, bounce back from it, and move on. Also recent plays of Conquest of Paradise, Toy Battle, and Up Too High, and much more! Enjoy the show! 00:37 Getting to know Justin
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| #130: Father's Day Episode w/ My Boys! | 16 Jun 2025 | 01:05:12 | |
James is joined by his two teenage boys for this special Father's Day episode as we talk board games AND video games. We cover a lot of ground, from the new Nintendo Switch 2 and some of our favorite current videos games, into recent plays of Riichi Mahjong, Cash-a-Catch, Hot Streak, and Dominion. Enjoy the show! 1:16 Meet the guest hosts
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| TRICKY #19: Tricky Goes to BGG Spring 2025 | 09 Jun 2025 | 01:57:39 | |
Derek & Drew headed over to the DFW Airport to enjoy BGG Spring Con 2025! Listen in as we talk Virgin Queen, 1830, Guards of Atlantis II, and many more! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Opening Discussion 3:40 - Day One (Virgin Queen, Lepidoptery) 18:12 - Day Two (Liberty or Death, Tichu, American Bookshop, Prussian Rails, Ricochet Robots) 44:01 - Day Three (1830, Hot Streak, Rise & Fall, Nexus Ops) 1:12:47 - Day Four (LotR: The Confrontation, Ahoy, Guards of Atlantis II, Golden Cup, Vijayanagara) 1:40:10 - Day Five (Was Sticht?, Shut the Books) http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #129: Con Talk - Punchboard Paradise Con 2025 | 02 Jun 2025 | 01:01:26 | |
It's Con season! James is back from Punchboard Paradise Con 2025 and joined by PP's own Tim to talk all about the convention and some of their favorites plays. Arcs Campaign, Combat Commander, Lowenherz, Elfenwizards, and Shark are among some of the titles that we got to the table. Enjoy the show! 1:24 PPCon Overall Vibes Thanks to Tim from Punchboard Paradise for joining the show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #128: Surprise Surprise | 19 May 2025 | 01:46:52 | |
Surprise! Vincent rejoins the show and talks with James about being surprised in board games. What games keep surprising us & why is this such an important quality in the games we look for and play, and also in our lives? Also recent plays of Riichi Mahjong, Rise & Fall, Mogul, and Giro Galoppo. Enjoy the show! 1:38 DoaMcoN Last Call http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #127: Fishy DoaM | 05 May 2025 | 01:48:26 | |
It's Fishy DoaM! The Dads on a Map show about Fish, Fish, and more Fish! James is joined by RJ & Derek to talk all about fish games, why so many of them are so good, some of our favorite fish mechanics, components, and usage, and some Fish Trivia! Also recent plays of Kings & Castles, La Famiglia, and Doge. Enjoy the show! (00:00) Fishy DoaM http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #126: Print & Playing like a Pro w/ Stephan & Dan | 21 Apr 2025 | 02:12:11 | |
It's arts & crafts time! Ever wanted to get in to Print & Playing games but didn't know where to start? James brings along DoaM friends and PNP gurus Stephan & Dan to help you out. Where to start, what all you can make, and how to take it to the next level when you're ready. Also recent plays of The Great Zimbabwe, Streetcar Suburb, and Riichi Mahjong. Enjoy the show! 00:49 Welcome & Housekeeping PNP topics include Why we do it, How to get started, Materials to use, What kind of games to make, Next level PNPing with die cutters, Redrawing, and our personal recommendation for your must PNP game.
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| #125: Take Me Out to the Board Game | 06 Apr 2025 | 01:29:06 | |
Popcorn! Peanuts! Board games! Take a trip to the old ballpark with James & Tim as they construct their ideal "Board Game Lineups" v the traditional baseball starting 9. Who bats leadoff? Who's the cleanup hitter? Also recent plays of Molly House & Skyrise, and later we'll compare some of our favorite 90s Games & 90s Albums. Enjoy the show! 00:45 Welcome Tim
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| TRICKY #18: Top Card Game Lists w/ Scott & Drew | 24 Mar 2025 | 01:47:20 | |
Derek & special guests Scott and Drew come together to talk about their Top 5 Shedders/Climbers, Top 10 Trick Takers, and Top Other Card Game in this huge list episode! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introductions and Opening Discussion 9:00 - Top 5 Shedders/Climbers 34:40 - Top 10 Trick Takers 1:38:45 - Top Other Card Game http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #124: Live from DoaMcoN Jr: Great Lakes | 10 Mar 2025 | 01:27:33 | |
It's DoaMcoN Jr: Great Lakes! What happens when more than a dozen DoaMers head to an Airbnb cabin in the Midwest for a weekend, stop being polite, and start playing real games. This live on site recorded show features many attendees stopping by the mic to talk some of their favorite plays from the con. We've even got a game show bit and a live unplugged Cert Limit Records parody song. Games discussed include Vernissage, Viva Pamplona, VOC!, Sol, Stellar Ventures, Doppelkopf, Die Dracheninsel, and so much more! (:35) Weird German Stuff
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| #123: DoaM Madness 2025 | 24 Feb 2025 | 01:47:48 | |
It's DoaM Madness time, and James is joined by former champion Derek to run down the full field of 128 games as they get set to compete in our annual tournament. Check our all the matchups, all the games, and be sure to enter your bracket prediction for your chance to win a free board game! Also recent plays of Arkadia, Rise & Fall, and Sol II: Journey Between Worlds?? (2:03) New Patron Ethan O! Submit your bracket and win a free game: https://challonge.com/DoaM25 http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #122: Other Card Games w/ Vincent aka Vagabond Ludique | 09 Feb 2025 | 01:52:47 | |
James is joined by guest host Vincent, aka Vagabond Ludique, as we feature some "other" card games that have our attention right now. From collection anchors like Uwe Rosenberg's Bohnanza to a quirky 1960s Sid Sackson game called Monad - listen in as we discuss these games and their importance & fit into our personal collections. (3:08) New Patron Steve S!
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| TRICKY #17: Games that shouldn't work, but did! w/ Jake | 28 Jan 2025 | 01:07:41 | |
Derek & special guest Jake Stanley get together to talk about some of our favorite games that from first glance shouldn't have worked, but turned out to be great! Also discussions of recent plays and news about T3C 2025! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introduction of Jake Stanley 4:30 - DoaM and T3C News (T3C Sign-up - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkp0Z2A8BxbkJbY18Dt7v2P6UOKXwN3RivOwAlBYDos0Gd9w/viewform) 11:26 - Recent Plays (Allplay Tiny Box Games: Panda Panda, Fairy, Prey, Rainbow, Nedotrite, Shut the Books, KC Trick Taking) 29:00 - Main Topic: Games that shouldn't work, but did! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #121: New Year, New Games | 20 Jan 2025 | 01:00:52 | |
James & Sanchez kick off 2025 with an episode full of recent game talk. Arcs, Kriegbot, Viva Pamplona, Heimlich & Co, Vernissage, and much more! Enjoy the show! (7:35) Lightning Round Revist: Harvest, Magical Athlete, Indonesia on OBG
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| #120: Farewell 2024! | 30 Dec 2024 | 01:54:46 | |
James & Sanchez invite Dylan, Brandon, and Tim in from the Extended DoaM Universe to put a bow on 2024 at our annual Holiday office party get together. We'll talk stats, our favorite new-to-me game of the year, the best gaming experience of 2024, check back on James & Sanchez' Gaming Goals from a year ago, and then enjoy a Dylan Gameshow bit. Thanks for listening in 2024, and we'll see you in the new year! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #119: The Worst People at Game Night | 16 Dec 2024 | 01:15:27 | |
James & Sanchez go full grinch this holiday season and discuss the WORST people at game night. You all know that guy! Or are you that guy?! We'll also talk recent plays of Thunder Road Vendetta: Carnival of Chaos, Ghost Blitz, Pick Picknic, Harvest, and Maori. Enjoy the show! (1:30) Chatter & DoaMcoN Signups!
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| #118: So Long Sucka, Sanchez is going to BGGCon 24! | 02 Dec 2024 | 01:51:37 | |
Sanchez goes to BGGCon 24 in Dallas, TX and plays games, games, and even some card games Games talked about: The GREAT Zimbabwe Sumida River Santiago Himalaya Strozzi So Long Sucka Colorado Midland Tichu Rewind And much more! Enjoy the Show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| Choo Choo Crew #38: Age of Steam Con 2024 w/ Kris | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:00:19 | |
Age of Steam Con 2024 is in the books. James is joined by DoaMer attendee Kris to talk about expectations, con vibes, some of our favorite maps & plays, and the other nonsense we managed to sneak on to the table. Enjoy the show! 1:35 Winsome Voting is open again! http://www.dadsonamap.com https://www.youtube.com/@thechoochoocrew7615 Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter - @dadsonamap Instagram - @choo_choo_crew_podcast | |||
| #117: Influencing with Vagabond Ludique | 11 Nov 2024 | 02:21:44 | |
Straight from the confines of his old dusty underground german game bunker, Vagabond Ludique drops by the show to chat with DoaM. James, Sanchez, and our guest Vincent will talk about his gaming journey and the hunt for old German hotness. Along the way we'll talk plays of Bauernschlau, Hecht im Karpfenteich, Liberty or Death, Age of Renaissance, and Hegemony. Enjoy the show! 0:00 DoaMcoN V & Top 20 Feedback http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| #116: DoaM Top 20 Episode (2024 Edition) | 28 Oct 2024 | 02:26:58 | |
The annual DoaM Top 20 returns for it's 5th time. James & Sanchez evaluate their lists, shake up their rankings, and count down their Top 20 games, and also count down the Dads on a Map Community top 20 as voted on by all of you! Does 1830 repeat for the 4th straight year, or will a new champion emerge? Buckle up for discussion on 60 games with all of the rankings, stats, trends, and analysis from the last 5 years of DoaM. Thanks for listening! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @dadsonamap | |||
| TRICKY #16: Interview with Jon Barron of Baron Jon Games | 18 Oct 2024 | 01:08:32 | |
Derek & special guest Jon Barron get together to talk about his work self publishing with Baron Jon Games, his thoughts on designing and publishing, and the new kickstarter launching at the end of October. Also discussions of recent plays from MALTcon and The Yellow House. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introduction of Jon Barron 8:30 - DoaM and Trick Taking News 12:15 - MALTcon Plays (Daniel Newman prototype, Scratch and Scramble, Trick Stakes, Onda) 26:30 - The Yellow House BGA Plays 30:40 - Interview w/ Jon 42:25 - Overview of games on upcoming Baron Jon Games Kickstarter | |||
| #115: Sanchez plays Auction Games | 07 Oct 2024 | 01:13:16 | |
James & Sanchez are back together again talking recent plays including a full day of auctions for Sanchez & the DFW boys. Arcs, Kaivai, Princes of the Renaissance, Pick Picknick, Outpost, Planet Steam. It's a full show of game talk. Also listen in and check out the show notes to submit YOUR top 20 list and be part of our upcoming Top 20 Show. 00:45 State Fair & Marching Band Dad Talk Submit your Top 20 here: https://forms.gle/GzX4GbqYg7nQRB8D9 http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap | |||