Rahdo Talks Through►►► Episode 105

Rahdo Talks Through►►► Episode 105

Author: Richard Ham February 24, 2024 Duration: 3:57:37
Rahdo Talks Through
LeisureGames

As always, keep the questions coming to questions@rahdo.com !! :)


0:00 Intro•••Game/show Q&A►►► 0:18 Most played game of the last 10 years? 1:33 Most played expansion of the last 10 years? 5:22 How to fix BGG ranking system? 10:52 Favorite game complexity level? 13:17 Best boss job in the boardgame industry? 20:33 Best binge game? 22:21 Boardgame culling regrets? 27:52 Who would I have join the Rahdo crew next? 28:55 Most fun game to teach? 31:01 Ever rage quit a game? 32:55 Should ever game have a solo mode? 34:10 Pub developed solo modes vs fan made ones? 36:52 Why do pubs not implement obvious solo modes? 39:48 Do I rank games based on play count experience? 40:44 Changing BGG ranking system to account for different player couts? 43:30 Boardgame academic research? 49:00 Some of my runthroughs have disappeared? 52:03 Reviewers favoring shorter games? 1:01:19 Yunnan 2nd edition sounds like it rocks! 1:02:14 Best 3p minimum games? 1:10:04 Misleading audience by accident? 1:16:33 Are boardgame rulebooks getting better or worse? 1:18:42 Getting recognized irl? 1:23:27 Rahdo recap format? 1:25:58 Revisiting old top10 topics? 1:31:29 How are the channel contributors received? 1:37:36 Playtesters vs casual players vs competitive players? 1:42:33 What do backers of the show want? 1:48:36 Playing co-op games multi-hand? 1:54:46 Only future games or past games? 2:04:25 Why do I rank older games higher? 2:21:10 Jen burning out on games? 2:35:12 Why don't we see more stuff like Tzolkin gears? 2:39:53 Would we ever go back to Escape Room games? 2:44:23 Are there other genres we've tired of? 2:45:55 How to avoid gateway game disasters? •••Personal Q&A►►► 2:56:28 How's the RV size for us? 3:08:00 Why do audiences expect media creation for free? 3:15:03 Reconciling eating meat and concern for the planet? 3:23:39 New Zealand vs Japan vs Iceland? 3:25:24 Scotland vs Ireland vs Wales? 3:26:52 Recommendations for traveling the Oregon coast? 3:29:40 How are our eyes holding up? 3:32:47 Jen's future plans for Gamer Glass? 3:35:20 Pictures of our travels? 3:36:29 RVing in Europe? 3:43:39 Best food we've had on the road? 3:55:38 DOGGOS!!



Step into the world of tabletop gaming with Rahdo Talks Through, a podcast that feels like pulling up a chair at a friend's kitchen table for a deep, meandering chat about the hobby. Hosted by the infectiously enthusiastic Richard "Rahdo" Ham, each episode is a solo journey through the mechanics, stories, and personal experiences behind modern board games. Rahdo doesn't just review games; he thinks aloud about them, working through strategies, recounting memorable moments from plays with his wife, and exploring the nuanced design choices that make each box of components unique. The conversation is less a formal critique and more an authentic, stream-of-consciousness reflection from a genuine fan. Listeners get to eavesdrop on the thoughtful process of a seasoned gamer, hearing the genuine excitement and occasional frustrations that come from engaging deeply with this creative medium. This podcast is for anyone who finds joy in the tactile click of resources, the unfolding of a narrative, or the quiet satisfaction of a clever puzzle. It’s a personal, detailed, and warmly delivered perspective that celebrates the intricate artistry of games and the simple pleasure of playing them. You can find more from Richard Ham and support the show directly through his Patreon page.
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