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Escape Into Board Games

Chris Cormier and Matt McKenzie

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Frequency: 1 episode/36d. Total Eps: 29

The Escape Into Board Games Podcast is where Matt McKenzie and Chris Cormier escape reality and talk about board games! Each episode they explore a different topic, genre or theme in boardgaming by presenting a handful of some of their favorite games. Escape with us, we'll try and have you back in a hour.

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Game Night Tails: Pet-Approved Playtime

Sunday, March 31, 2024 • Duration 01:14:42

Our furriest, fluffiest and most paw-some episode ever! Discover how pet ownership and board gaming collide and bring together wagging tails with cunning strategies and cardboard boxes become enchanted castles.

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00:00 Game Night Tails: Pet-Approved Playtime

11:34 DIG (2017)

24:41 MLEM: Space Agency (2024)

37:39 Dog Park (2022)

54:12 The Isle of Cats (2019)

Tell us about YOUR favourite board game that feature dogs, cats and other pets. Write to us and tell us about it at escapeintoboardgames@gmail.com

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Board Games that Flow

Sunday, January 28, 2024 • Duration 01:28:00

Join Matt and Chris on an exploration into the captivating realm where the joy of board gaming converges with the profound state of 'Flow.'

In this episode we delve into the intricacies of the Flow state, a state of consciousness marked by effortless effort, exhilarating challenges, and the seamless flow of actions. Discover how board games, with their diverse mechanisms and immersive themes, serve as a perfect catalyst for triggering Flow. From the delicate balance of challenges and skills to the intrinsic motivators like curiosity, passion, purpose, autonomy, and mastery, board games offer an optimal environment for the pursuit of the Flow state.

Join us as we explore the concept of Flow and share our experiences with three captivating games: Viticulture Essential Edition (2015), Smartphone Inc. (2018), and Earth (2023) and discuss 'Board Games That Flow: Board Games as a Catalyst for the Flow State.'

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00:00 Board Games That Flow
03:50 Board Games That Flow: Board Games as a Catalyst for the Flow State
20:43 Viticulture Essential Edition (2015)
47:35 Smartphone Inc. (2018)
67:05 Earth (2023)

Tell us about your experiences with Flow while playing board games? Write to us and tell us about it at escapeintoboardgames@gmail.com

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From Page to Play

Sunday, December 24, 2023 • Duration 01:12:18

From Page to Play: The Renaissance of Remarkable IP Board Games | Escape Into Board Games Podcast

In this episode of The Escape Into Board Games Podcast, hosts Chris and Matt explore the flourishing landscape of high-quality board games based on Intellectual Properties (I.P.). The duo reflects on the bygone era of lackluster I.P. games and passionately makes a compelling case for being in the Renaissance of Remarkable IP Board Games.

From cinematic adaptations to iconic TV series, they discuss the resurgence of creativity and innovation in translating beloved franchises into engaging board game experiences. The hosts then delve into three standout titles: (all based on books) "Jaws" a suspenseful game capturing the essence of the classic story; "The Expanse Board Game” a strategic masterpiece, skillfully translating the tactical fleet placement and political tension from the acclaimed sci-fi series and "The Godfather: Corleone's Empire" a mafia-themed game immersing players into the world of 1940’s organized crime.

Join Chris and Matt as they navigate the highs and lows of I.P. board games, celebrating the current era of exceptional quality and immersive gameplay.

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00:00 From Page to Play
01:50 A Case for Being in the Renaissance of Remarkable IP Board Games
20:51 Jaws (2019)
37:26 The Expanse (2017)
58:16 The Godfather: Corleone’s Empire (2017)

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Oh, The Places You'll Go

Thursday, November 23, 2023 • Duration 51:26

Join Matt and Chris on a journey through the imaginative landscapes of board gaming! In this episode we explore how board games can transport you to intellectual spaces within your mind and how these games become vibrant, memorable destinations in your gaming adventures. From bustling cities to serene islands, each game is a doorway to fun, exciting moments and cherished memories.

Tune in for a delightful exploration of the places board games can take you – not just on the board, but in the realms of joy, strategy, and camaraderie.

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00:00 Oh, The Places You'll Go
07:31 Santorini
15:02 Deception Murder in Hong Kong
27:23 King of Tokyo
35:19 Istanbul

What is YOUR favourite game based on a place? Write to us and tell us about it at escapeintoboardgames@gmail.com

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Four Fast Games for Fright Night

Monday, October 9, 2023 • Duration 01:06:03

Four Fast Games for Fright Night

Join hosts Matt and Chris as they dive into the world of board games perfect for a chilly October evening. Just like the variety of spooky movies that grace our screens during this haunted season, board games offer a diverse range of experiences to match your Halloween vibes.

In this episode, we explore some quick games with an array of mechanisms that are sure to keep you entertained while you sip on your pumpkin spiced latte or enjoy some caramel apples.

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00:00 Four Fast Games for Fright Night
03:50 Whirling Witchcraft
15:30 Hit Z Road
31:47 One Night Ultimate Werewolf
45:47 Mall of Horror

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The Nature of Games

Wednesday, September 6, 2023 • Duration 58:31

In this episode Matt and Chris explore board games with a nature theme and in doing so, discover how the nature of games is changing.

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00:00 The Nature of Games

06:30 Parks

24:50 Herbaceous

35:00 Second Summer

43:05 Living Forest

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