Rahdo Talks Through►►► The Final Episode #108

Rahdo Talks Through►►► The Final Episode #108

Author: Richard Ham May 19, 2024 Duration: 4:58:38

And now, the final episode of the Rahdo Talks Through podcast. But still, keep your questions coming to questions@rahdo.com and in the future they're going to be answered in the monthly Rahdo Ramble show which you can find at https://patreon.com/rahdo or https://youtube.com/rahdo/join :)

•••Game/show Q&A►►► 6:12 Politics vs boardgaming? 24:23 Big games in small boxes? 35:47 Games that surprised me? 42:34 My videos misleading by accident? 51:39 Can the podcast continue? 1:03:25 Star Trek Frontiers as a solo game? 1:10:09 Asymmetric player powers a bad thing? 1:16:33 Ranking game art objectively? 1:32:40 Jen appearing on camera? 1:39:39 Board game glitches? 1:43:36 Boardgame design compared to videogame design? 1:46:57 Game ranking loops? 1:49:48 Fave "weeknight" games? 1:53:48 How much does RTT sponsorship cost? 1:55:33 What will I miss most about RTT? 1:57:40 Puerto Rico 1897? 2:07:15 Boardgame resale scene is dead? 2:20:56 Runthroughs not capturing the feel of the game? 2:24:30 Paulo taking on more channel responsibilities? 2:29:00 Best recent co-ops? 2:36:38 A smarter way to buy games? 2:55:16 What big games would choose to play 30 times in 3 months? 3:08:07 What could make us like war games? •••Personal Q&A►►► 3:10:54 A final chicken update? 3:20:56 Next RV adventure plans? 3:33:12 My optimistic view of humanity's future? 3:58:24 The future of boardgames? 4:03:51 Rahdo retirement? 4:12:25 Colonoscopy? 4:14:57 Finding meaning in what we do? 4:22:28 Bad TV that should make a comeback? 4:36:07 What book would we write? 4:39:05 Downsides of RV life? 4:43:57 Chicken resiliency? 4:45:47 Don't stop submitting questions! 4:47:39 Platform holders influence on videogame development? 4:49:08 Rather meet great great great great grandparents or grandkids? 4:50:42 Who should voice our dogs in animated feature film? 4:50:42 Dog dreams? 4:54:47 Can we finally reveal the postal/nintendo crime story? 4:56:42 DOGGOS! 4:57:49 Jen's final words of wisdom


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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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