Brainwaves Episode 135 - New Knockout

Brainwaves Episode 135 - New Knockout

Author: The Giant Brain January 15, 2024 Duration: 45:47
The Brainwaves Team are back from our festive hiatus. Every two weeks we bring you the best in tabletop gaming news from the controversial to the down right strange. This episode we cover Hasbro’s unwanted Christmas present, Wizards in AI art trouble (again), Tabletop Mentorship programme expanding, and can you guess what Iain thought he would never type into the show notes? Headlines Hasbro cuts workforce in the run-up to Christmas https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/dec/11/toymaker-hasbro-layoffs   Wizards under fire for AI art. Again https://www.polygon.com/24029754/wizards-coast-magic-the-gathering-ai-art-marketing-image   D&D Beyond on AI https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1642-updated-statement-on-ai?utm_campaign=DnD-D%26D-Beyond&utm_source=FACEBOOK&utm_medium=social&utm_content=12126547969   Tabletop Mentorship Programme joins Unpub https://unpub.net/tabletop-mentorship-program-now-part-of-unpub/   Punchboard UK Link https://punchboard.co.uk/ Updates Brooklyn Strategist Unionises https://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2023/12/14/third-new-york-board-game-cafe-in-a-month-wins-fight-to-establish-union/   News Votes for Women wins Summit Award https://sdhist.com/votes-for-women-2023-summit-award/   https://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2024/01/11/facebook-bans-ads-for-award-winning-votes-for-women-board-game-claims-sensitive-social-issue/ American Economic Liberties Project Public Citizen   Open Markets Institute. Rally the troops Amazon secures 40k series https://www.warhammer-community.com/2022/12/16/warhammer-starring-henry-cavill/   Nightfall Games picks up on AI art https://www.dicebreaker.com/games/the-terminator-rpg-t2-judgment-day/news/the-terminator-rpg-t2-judgment-day-ai-generated-art-discovered Jared Earle Interview   Kelp counterfeited before release https://wonderbowgames.com/en-uk/blogs/news/counterfeit-copies-of-kelp   Steamforged partners with Lucky Duck https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/55980/steamforged-partners-lucky-duck   Chess back in the news https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/dec/27/chinese-chess-champion-stripped-of-title-after-defecating-in-hotel-bathtub   Obituaries Bernward Thole https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/trauer-um-bernward-thole-ein-leben-fuer-das-spiel/?fbclid=IwAR05jc6FA0gD8O5tfBAtR9AUkNhMK4JO4KnPW6Dx8qe9CGRQqqDKqsY1v   Bryan Charles Ansell https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bryan_Ansell   Jenell Jaquay https://www.gofundme.com/f/jennell-jaquays-has-a-long-road-back?member=22972805&sharetype=teams&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer Jobs, Opportunities, and Events   https://www.facebook.com/groups/TabletopJobs   Cardboard Edison Awards Open https://cardboardedison.com/award Patreon Shoutouts   Kevin Bertram https://www.fortcircle.com/   James Naylor https://naylorgames.com/   Shaun Newman game-a-lot.fun/en facebook.com/gamealotboardgames   Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/thegiantbrain   Support Us https://giantbrain.co.uk/support-us-new/   Metallic Dice Games https://metallicdicegames.com/ Promo Code: ROLLWITHBRAINS   Sir Meeple https://sirmeeple.com/collections/the-giant-brain   Outro Monopoly Knockouthttps://products.hasbro.com/en-gb/product/monopoly-knockout-family-party-game-quick-playing-board-games-for-ages-8-plus-2-8-players-20-mins/38CF92E1-9DC0-404C-96FA-5BEBDDEA3FBB Our Links   Thanks very much for listening. If you like what you’ve listened to then the best way to help us out is to share the podcast and drop us a review and rating on itunes.  You can also follow us on   Oliver: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/3bMx2HK75r Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/giantbrain.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giantbrainuk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegiantbrain Website: https://giantbrain.co.uk/ Email: giantbrainuk@gmail.com

Every week, the trio from Brainwaves-Board Game and Tabletop News Show-Iain, Jamie, and Oliver-gathers to sift through the bustling world of hobby games. This isn't just a recap of headlines; it's a conversational deep dive where news about upcoming releases, industry shifts, and crowdfunding phenomena gets unpacked with the insight of seasoned enthusiasts. The Giant Brain's hosts blend their distinct perspectives, often debating the merits of a new design or pondering the implications of a major publisher's announcement, making each episode feel like you're listening in on a lively chat among well-informed friends. You'll hear specific details on games hitting the market, from expansive strategy titles to clever card games, along with thoughtful commentary on the wider tabletop culture. Tuning into this podcast means getting a curated, digestible, and genuinely engaging update on everything happening beyond the box lid, delivered with a mix of expertise and palpable excitement for the hobby. It's the perfect audio companion for your commute or game night prep, ensuring you're always in the loop.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Brainwaves - Board Game and Tabletop News Show
Podcast Episodes
Brainwaves Episode 129  - No Dice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:06
Jamie and Iain are fresh off their trip to Tabletop Scotland and back in the studio with Oliver for a bumper week for news. This episode we cover thefts, accusations of predatory behaviour, and we have an exclusive on Ta…
Brainwaves Episode 128 - Stolen Magic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:12
In Brainwaves Episode 128 the team are reporting on a lighter week for news. Gencon is in the spotlight for attendance and theft, Wizards of the Coast are in trouble (again), and the Zenobia awards make a pleasant return…
Brainwaves Episode 127 - Artificial Malevolence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:22
The team of three are back together to bring you the latest tabletop gaming news. From AI declarations, to new materials, and games becoming tv series becoming games, no news escapes our watchful eye. Headlines Kickstart…
Brainwaves Episode 126 - Spiel Special [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:39
Oliver has been on special assignment in Germany attending the Spiel des Jahres ceremony! To celebrate the award, and to learn more about it, we bring you interviews with the winners and with a member of the jury, Martin…
Brainwaves Episode 125 - Pallet Chaos [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:51
The team of Iain and Jamie are in the studio this week to bring you the latest in Kickstarter woes, AI writers, and blockchain backtracking. We bring you the best in tabletop gaming industry news so you don’t have to go…
Brainwaves Episode 124 - Duck Hugs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:16
Iain is off dealing with problems in the basement of the HQ so it is up to Jamie and Oliver to bring you the latest tabletop news. This episode we cover Embracer reversing course, nuTSR’s story coming to an end, Quackalo…
On Stage with Tim Clare [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:32:26
Tim Clare has had a varied career. Poet, writer, podcaster, writing course designer and teacher, tabletop critic and podcaster. His podcast "Death of 1000 cuts" is a fascinating insight into writers and writing. I first…
Brainwaves Episode 123 - Ultra Burger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:13
Iain and Oliver bring you the latest tabletop news from around the world. Upper Deck sues Ravensburger, we speak to the winner of the Cardboard Edison award, UK Games Expo report, and stamps for the Emperor! Headlines Up…
Brainwaves Episode 122 - Quack Quack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:36
All 3 of the team are back in the studio to cover the latest tabletop controversies! This episode we cover things that go Quack in the night, Spiel des Jahres, important people putting their foot in it, financials, and m…
Brainwaves Episode 121 - Mythic Antiquity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:41
In the latest episode of Brainwaves we dive into the troubles of Mythic Games, the sad demise of another company, Awards news from both sides of the pond, and Pokemon as an antique! Headlines Mythic games issues https://…