Brainwaves Episode 157 - Diamond Dogs

Brainwaves Episode 157 - Diamond Dogs

Author: The Giant Brain February 3, 2025 Duration: 46:02
It’s another bumper episode of Brainwaves as we bring you news from across the Tabletop globe. Diamond is in the rough, Asmodee avoids a hug, lawsuits get settled, and Iain gets to go off on one about ethics. All this, and more, on episode 157 of Brainwaves.    Headlines   Diamond files for bankruptcy https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/58618/diamond-files-reorganization-under-chapter-11-bankruptcy   https://bsky.app/profile/deadlyfredly.bsky.social/post/3lgbg6e7np22o   Asmodee may not Embracehttps://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2025/01/29/star-wars-lego-lord-of-the-rings-games-drive-29-year-on-year-growth-for-asmodee-studios-as-company-prepares-to-split-from-embracer-next-week/   Ennies cave over AI inclusion https://ennie-awards.com/revised-policy-on-generative-ai-usage/   Updates   Webcomic Name lawsuit settled  https://www.gofundme.com/f/alexnorrislegalfund?attribution_id=sl:8c2bb1ea-1039-4377-86de-d0676453b170&lang=en_GB&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link   https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/259248/golden-bell-affiliated-projects-and-companies   Evil Genius Games continue to live up to the first part of their name https://www.reddit.com/r/rpg/comments/1i6b2wt/i_was_approached_by_evil_genius_games_to_take/   News   Wizards of the Coast drops support for marginalised gender competition https://bsky.app/profile/vmlmtg.bsky.social/post/3lg6zejwvss2l   Man vs Meeple and CMON https://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2025/01/27/its-important-to-us-that-we-find-new-cmon-fans-all-the-time-cmon-hires-board-game-youtube-channel-man-vs-meeples-ceo-to-run-its-global-marketing-campaigns/   Outcry in Italy over Mafia game https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jan/23/outcry-in-italy-over-german-board-game-based-on-sicily-mafia-wars   As d’Or nominees https://boardgamewire.com/index.php/2025/01/30/this-years-nominees-for-frances-biggest-board-gaming-award-highlights-breadth-of-countrys-publishers/   BGA Awards 2025 https://boardgamearena.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=40673   Devir acquires publisher Maldito Games https://devirgames.com/devir-acquires-publisher-maldito-games   Games Workshop trade grows, but online shrinks https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/58670/trade-grows-online-shrinks-games-workshop?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=bluesky   Jobs, Opportunities, and Events   https://www.facebook.com/groups/TabletopJobs   Beachhead Expo https://www.beachheadexpo.com/   Diana Jones Award submissions are open https://www.dianajonesaward.org/   Green Games Guide Award https://greengamesguide.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c3b7325699ca9364175785409&id=7cbe2bd72d&e=58728bb48c   TTRPG Bundles   https://bundleofholding.com/presents/Resistance   https://takethisorg.itch.io/solo-but-not-alone-5   Hasbro’s history with the Magdalene Laundries   https://web.archive.org/web/20241125184313/https://littleatoms.com/penance-industry   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/   Fanroll https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2783/   Outro   Pictionary vs AI https://shop.mattel.com/products/pictionary-vs-ai-hyb09   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 Blusky: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.
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