Boards Alive Podcast

In our two hundredth episode, Aaron is joined by Linsae, Quinten, and Brendo as we celebrate the 9th anniversary of this podcast and the 200th episode. We talk about ISS Vanguard, Now or Never, and Agricola 15 in the BA Banter. In our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Disney's Dreamlight Valley. Then we reflect back on 200 episodes of this show and our favourite parts of it all. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-ninth episode, Aaron is joined by Waleed Mansour of Sitcom D&D. We talk about Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game and Cosmic Encounter in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Spacelines of the Far Out and Portal 2. We reflect on our review of Heaven and Ale. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Suzanne Sheldon of the Salt and Sass Podcast. We talk about 3000 Scoundrels, Resurgence, and Unmatched Adventures: Tales to Amaze in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Hi-Fi Rush and Isle of Arrows. We reflect on our review of Empires of the Void II. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-seventh episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Ahoy, Atiwa, Unmatched: Redemption Row, and Mosaic in the BA Banter. We reflect on our review of Heroes of Land, Air, & Sea. Then you listeners Aaron Asks Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Sean from The Dukes of Dice podcast. We talk about Skymines, Blood on the Clocktower, and Unmatched: Houdini Vs The Genie in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Marvel Snap and Axiom Verge 2. We reflect on our review of Downforce. Then I switch things up and ask Sean about his experience at the Las Vegas Open 2023 in our "new" segment Aaron Asks Anything. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-fifth episode, Aaron is joined by designer Clarence Simpson of Merchants of Magick, The Wolves, and Chomp. We talk about some games we’ve been playing, including Clinic: Deluxe Edition and Next Station: London. Then I interview Clarence about designing games. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our 

In our one hundred and ninety-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by his son Benji. We talk about Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood of Venice and Meadow in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and The Sims 4. We reflect on our review of Dinosaur Island. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-third episode, Aaron is joined by Riley Stock of The Board Game Community Show and Friend & Foe Adventure Co. We talk about Heat: Pedal to the Metal and Oros in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan and Disney Dreamlight Valley. We reflect on our review of Stuffed Fables. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninety-second episode, it’s our 8th annual BA Holiday Special. Quinten joins me as we talk about Brian Boru: High King of Ireland, Trudvang Legends, and Marvel Dice Throne: Scarlet Witch v. Thor v. Loki v. Spider-Man in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Grounded and Mario + Rabids Sparks of Hope. We reflect on our review of First Marians: Adventures on the Red Planet. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss

In our one hundred and ninety-first episode, Aaron is joined by Ruel Gaviola again. We talk about Twilight Inscription, Shake That City, Great Western Trail: Argentina, and Splendor Duel in the BA Banter. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and ninetieth episode, Aaron is joined by designer Cole Wehrle of Root, John Company, and Arcs. We talk about some games we’ve been playing, including Shark and Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Then I interview Cole about designing games. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-ninth episode, Aaron is joined by Theo The Geeky Gaymer Guy. We talk about Bullet Star, Fit to Print, and Marvel Dice Throne: Captain Marvel Vs. Black Panther in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Across the Obelisk and Marvel Snap. We reflect on our review of T.I.M.E. Stories. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-eighth episode, Aaron is joined by Brendo. We talk about Golem, Dulce, The Wolves, and Great Western Trail 2nd Edition in the BA Banter. We reflect on our review of Legacy of Dragonholt. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Maurice Andrews Jr. We talk about Crescent Moon, Escape Tales: Low Memory, and Marvel Dice Throne: Black Widow Vs. Doctor Strange in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Unmatched Digital and Disco Elysium. We reflect on our review of Coldwater Crown. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-sixth episode, Aaron is joined by Tim of the Board Game Hot Takes podcast. We talk about Gutenberg and Messina 1347 in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Nemesis: Distress, Nemesis: Lockdown Digital, and Everdell Digital. We reflect on our review of Roll Player. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-fifth episode, Aaron is joined by designer John D. Clair of Ready, Set, Bet and Dead Reckoning. We talk about some games we’ve been playing, including Massive Darkness 2: Hellscape and Meadow. Then I interview John about designing games. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-fourth episode, Aaron is joined by Ray of Ray's Retros and Czech Games Edition. We talk about Hippocrates and Whirling Witchcraft in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Ghost of Tsushima and Stardew Valley. We reflect on our review of Fate of the Elder Gods. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-third episode, Aaron is joined by Roberto of Shear Boardom. We talk about Ginkgopolis and Cat in the Box in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Metroid and The Lion King Video Game. We reflect on our review of Dragonfire. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-second episode, Aaron is joined by Quinten. We talk about Wildstyle, Wonderland's War, and Unmatched Jurassic Park T-Rex vs Dr. Sattler in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Borderlands 3 and Steve Jackson's Sorcery. Then we do a deep dive into the new Root: Marauders Expansion, the Hirelings, The Clockwork Expansion 2, and the Landmarks. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon

In our one hundred and eighty-first episode, Aaron is joined by Arwen of Cardboard Time. We talk about Batman: Everybody Lies and New York Zoo in the BA Banter. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Kirby and the Forgotten Land and 1001 Spikes. We reflect on our review of Spirit Island. Then you listeners Ask Aaron Anything, where you get a chance to ask Aaron and his guest anything you want. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon