On Stage with Jon Hodgson

On Stage with Jon Hodgson

Author: The Giant Brain September 26, 2022 Duration: 1:08:07
In our latest On Stage interview Iain is joined by Jon Hodgson of Handiwork Games. Jon has had a long career in tableop RPGs. He started off as a freelance artist but has had creative director, art director, and Deputy CEO. He has worked on huge franchise titles like Lord of the Rings and Doctor Who but has left all that behind to establish his own company. Jon was kind enough to come over to the GB HQ to talk about his career, establishing Handiwork Games, the rise of AI art, and more besides in this wide ranging interview.    Links to some subjects discussed   Travelling Man https://travellingman.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw1bqZBhDXARIsANTjCPKu9Pj1KYtNuhfe9oiGYF2r5VDGgjU1fD_I9dxSTtiEVRmOnx7tzbsaAjhPEALw_wcB   Kev Walker https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kev_Walker   Wayne Reynolds https://www.waynereynolds.com/   Ralph Horsley http://www.ralphhorsley.co.uk/   SLA Industries https://nightfall.games/sla-industries-2nd-edition   Dead of Night https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/81572/Dead-of-Night   Midjourney https://www.midjourney.com/home/   Jon’s Links   Handiwork Games https://handiwork.games/   Twitter https://twitter.com/JonnyHodgsonArt  

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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