Jack wakes up way too early to talk with Francesco Nepitello, the English speaking half of FM Studios and co-designer of mega-hit War of the Ring, as well as numerous other Tolkien and non-Tolkien games, including the upcoming Hunt for the Ring. And yeah, we talk about it!
Also check out music at cheapbeatsmusic.bandcamp.com
Episode 25 - Chris Bryan of Board With Life
You may know Chris Bryan from his board game sitcom, Board With Life, but did you know he also designs games, plays drums, and hosts a weekly board game news show? Jack and Chris talk about his diverse career, how to determine who gets golden geek medals, and why the McElroys need to stop creating new and awesome podcasts.
Check out Board With Life on their youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/MoonratMedia
Episode 24 - Kevin "QXC" Riley, pro-Starcraft player turned game designer
Jack talks with Kevin Riley, retired pro-StarCraft player who's cooperative board game Aeon's End has a kickstarter up now for it's stand alone expansion. This conversation goes to some uncharted territory for TCbH, with a surprising focus on mental health and stability of people who are singularly dedicated to a project or career. You can find Aeon's End: War Eternal here - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2012515236/aeons-end-war-eternal?ref=nav_search
Episode 23 - Josh Krause, M:TG art dealer
This week, Jack talks with Josh Krause of originalmagicart.store, the premier source of Magic: The Gathering original artwork and sketches online. We talk about tracking down original paintings lost in time, how to best support artists, why Hurloon Minotaur is the best artwork in all of M:TG, and Josh's kickstarter to host the first M:TG art show at the GP in Las Vegas 2017.
Check out the kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/originalmagicart/magic-art-show-art-exhibition-at-gp-las-vegas-2017?ref=nav_search
Episode 22 - Sebastian Koziner: designer, artist, and Argentinian publisher
Jack talks with the incredible, multi-tallented Sebastian Koziner. You may know him as the designer of Mutant Crops which has a kickstarter up right now, but did you know he was the first person to self-design, publish, and manufacture board games in Argentina? Sebastian has also provided graphic design and art for tabletop games all over the world.
Mutant Crops kickstarter can be found here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/holeshotheroes/mutant-crops-quick-worker-placement-tabletop-game
Episode 21 - Michael Coe of Gamelyn Games
Jack talks with Michael Coe of Gamelyn Games in what is possibly his favorite interview so far. We talk about the future of the Tiny Epic Series, the importance of sharing with backers, why it's important to be a paladin, and how he felt about the Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea controversy.
Check out my 7 Wonders Broken Token Insert Review here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzDBn3YaCUI&t=81s
Episode 20 - Andrew Birkett of Atheris Games
Jack talks with the entrepreneurial mastermind, Andrew Birkett; owner of Atheris Games and designer of their successfully kickstarted (and delivered) Cul-de-sac Conquest. Atheris just launched it's 2nd kickstarter for Mutant Crops. Andrew definitely has plans and Jack is excited to see how the Atheris Games story unfolds.
Mutant Crops kickstarter is here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/holeshotheroes/mutant-crops-quick-worker-placement-tabletop-game?ref=nav_search
TCbH Mini Review of Kingdom Builder Marshlands here: http://www.cardboardherald.com/reviews/2017/3/15/expansion-mini-review-kingdom-builder-marshlands
Episode 19 - The Rules Girl
Jack talks with The Rules Girl about how she got started and what goes into making ultra-concise rules explanations on her hit youtube channel. Check out www.rulesgirl.com and follow her on twitter @The_Rules_Girl.
Episode 18 - Jack & John talk gateway games
Jack & John talk about gateway games; are they necessary, what are the best ones, who are they for, and why TI3 isn't always the best 2nd step.
Episode 17 - Marc Paquien, co-designer of Yamatai
Jack talks with up-and-comer Marc Paquien, co-designer of the new Days of Wonder release, Yamatai. Also - impressions on Santarini and BGG Golden Geek awards discussion.
Episode 16 - Greg Spence of The Broken Token
Aug 24, 2021 PLEASE READ - The founder and owner of The Broken Token has been accused of sexual assault and sexual misconduct in the workplace. The Cardboard Herald does not condone these actions and will no longer cover their products unless the accused is no longer affiliated with the company. This video is demonetized and we encourage you to read the accusations here: https://medium.com/@ashrtaylor13/speaking-up-to-protect-others-73f152bcb772
Jack talks with Mr. Greg Spence, founder, owner, and operator of The Broken Token, the amazing board game accessories company. We talk premium games, conventions, and how he got into this gig.
Episode 15 - Get Hype! Most anticipated games of 2017 with Jack and John
Jack and special guest John Foster talk about the games we are super excited for in 2017. For a recap of this episode with links to the games, go to www.cardboardherald.com/articles
Episode 14 - Bruno Cathala: Prolific Designer Extraordinaire!
Jack talks with the amazing Bruno Cathala, co-designer of the upcoming Days of Wonder Yamatai, as well as TONS of other huge games including some of Jack's favorites: Abyss, Five Tribes, 7 Wonders Duel, Cyclades, and more. Bruno talks about how he got lucky in the design business, the importance of rulebooks, how his process has changed over the years, and much more.
Episode 13 - Jesper Myrfors: Artist & Original Art Director for Magic: The Gathering
Jack talks with the infamous Jesper Myrfors, the original art director for Magic The Gathering, Co-designer of Clout Fantasy, entrepreneur, father, designer, immigrant, and all around cool guy!
Episode 12 - James York: Professor, Researcher, Musician & Roller
Jack talks with James York, a professor and games researcher who uses tabletop games to teach English as a second language to university students in Japan. James is also known as Cheapshot, owner of Cheabeats Record Label.
Episode 11 - The Bard of BardicBroadcasts
Jack talks with The Bard of the BardicBroadcasts youtube channel, perhaps best known for the viral hit "Why Heroquest is so Great". Bard uses his "cracking unboxings" to share gaming's history and lore. We talk Heroquest, unboxings, games workshop, D&D, Tolkien, and so much more.
New Games: Forbidden Stars & Secret Hitler
Episode 10 - John Weddleton of Bosco's, Jack's hometown FLGS
I talk with John Weddleton, owner of Bosco’s Cards, Comics, and Games; an Anchorage institution. That’s right, for our 10th episode, I go back to my old friendly local game store (and employer) Bosco’s, the most successful independent games and comic store in Alaska.
Episode 9 - Ted Alspach of Bezier Games
Jack chats with Ted Alspach, designer of one of his all time favorite games Suburbia. Ted is the CEO of Bezier Games and primary designer of their titles including Suburbia, The Castles of Mad King Ludwig, the One Night Ultimate franchise, and 2016's Colony.
Episode 8 - Year End Variety Show Spectacular
Jack and guest cohosts Rob and Christina answer listener questions, talk about what they've been playing, and introduce some fun segments including a Pandemic Legacy: Season One spoiler discussion about an hour in. Be warned! Additional music provided by Cheap Beats, check them out at cheapbeatsmusic.bandcamp.com. Music for the Eldritch Horror Story Segment is provided by:
Haunting Memories by Ars Sonor - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ars_Sonor/The_Unborn/
Episode 7 - Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games
I talk with Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games, designer of the 2016 mega-hit Scythe. Jamey is co-owner of Stonemaier, and has been the lead designer of each of their previous games including Viticulture and Euphoria. We talk about his inspirations for Scythe, his favorite games as a kid, the business philosophies of Stonemaier, upcoming projects, and much, much more. Please follow us on twitter @cardboardherald, and tweet or email your questions and comments to cardboardherald@gmail.com.