On Stage with The Smart Party

On Stage with The Smart Party

Author: The Giant Brain January 31, 2022 Duration: 54:50
It was my great pleasure to be joined by two friends of the show and RPG veterans recently. Gaz Bowerbank and Baz Stevens are a firm fixture on the UK RPG scene and their podcast ‘What would the Smart Party do?” frequently features high up the lists of the best the format has to offer. Well this time it is their turn to be interviewed as they sit down with me in RPG corner to discuss the last couple of years in tabletop RPGs, their own output, controversies, and future predictions.    Things mentioned in the cast   Quest RPG https://www.adventure.game/   Astate https://handiwork.games/games/astate Gaz’s Twitter https://twitter.com/the_smart_party   Baz’s Twitter https://twitter.com/BazStevens   The Smart Party site https://smartparty.wordpress.com/   Gaz’s Work   Shadow of the Devourer (D&D) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/382966/Shadow-of-the-Devourer?affiliate_id=171762   Unbearable (Vaesen)https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/363819/Unbearable--Vaesen?affiliate_id=171762   Baz’s Work   King of Dungeons https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kingofdungeons/the-king-of-dungeons

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
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