Surprise! Vincent rejoins the show and talks with James about being surprised in board games. What games keep surprising us & why is this such an important quality in the games we look for and play, and also in our lives? Also recent plays of Riichi Mahjong, Rise & Fall, Mogul, and Giro Galoppo. Enjoy the show! 1:38 DoaMcoN Last Call 7:56 Riichi Ma…

It's Fishy DoaM! The Dads on a Map show about Fish, Fish, and more Fish! James is joined by RJ & Derek to talk all about fish games, why so many of them are so good, some of our favorite fish mechanics, components, and usage, and some Fish Trivia! Also recent plays of Kings & Castles, La Famiglia, and Doge. Enjoy the show! (00:00) Fishy DoaM (6:41)…

It's arts & crafts time! Ever wanted to get in to Print & Playing games but didn't know where to start? James brings along DoaM friends and PNP gurus Stephan & Dan to help you out. Where to start, what all you can make, and how to take it to the next level when you're ready. Also recent plays of The Great Zimbabwe, Streetcar Suburb, and Riichi Mahj…

Popcorn! Peanuts! Board games! Take a trip to the old ballpark with James & Tim as they construct their ideal "Board Game Lineups" v the traditional baseball starting 9. Who bats leadoff? Who's the cleanup hitter? Also recent plays of Molly House & Skyrise, and later we'll compare some of our favorite 90s Games & 90s Albums. Enjoy the show! 00:45 W…

Derek & special guests Scott and Drew come together to talk about their Top 5 Shedders/Climbers, Top 10 Trick Takers, and Top Other Card Game in this huge list episode! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introductions and Opening Discussion 9:00 - Top 5 Shedders/Climbers 34:40 - Top 10 Trick Takers 1:38:45 - Top Other Card Game http://www.dadsonamap.com http:/…

It's DoaMcoN Jr: Great Lakes! What happens when more than a dozen DoaMers head to an Airbnb cabin in the Midwest for a weekend, stop being polite, and start playing real games. This live on site recorded show features many attendees stopping by the mic to talk some of their favorite plays from the con. We've even got a game show bit and a live unpl…

It's DoaM Madness time, and James is joined by former champion Derek to run down the full field of 128 games as they get set to compete in our annual tournament. Check our all the matchups, all the games, and be sure to enter your bracket prediction for your chance to win a free board game! Also recent plays of Arkadia, Rise & Fall, and Sol II: Jou…

James is joined by guest host Vincent, aka Vagabond Ludique, as we feature some "other" card games that have our attention right now. From collection anchors like Uwe Rosenberg's Bohnanza to a quirky 1960s Sid Sackson game called Monad - listen in as we discuss these games and their importance & fit into our personal collections. (3:08) New Patron …

Derek & special guest Jake Stanley get together to talk about some of our favorite games that from first glance shouldn't have worked, but turned out to be great! Also discussions of recent plays and news about T3C 2025! Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introduction of Jake Stanley 4:30 - DoaM and T3C News (T3C Sign-up - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA…

James & Sanchez kick off 2025 with an episode full of recent game talk. Arcs, Kriegbot, Viva Pamplona, Heimlich & Co, Vernissage, and much more! Enjoy the show! (7:35) Lightning Round Revist: Harvest, Magical Athlete, Indonesia on OBG (16:16) Santiago (18:04) Vernissage (26:12) 1830 6P (32:11) Viva Pamplona (39:53) Arcs Campaign & Arcs Online & Arc…

James & Sanchez invite Dylan, Brandon, and Tim in from the Extended DoaM Universe to put a bow on 2024 at our annual Holiday office party get together. We'll talk stats, our favorite new-to-me game of the year, the best gaming experience of 2024, check back on James & Sanchez' Gaming Goals from a year ago, and then enjoy a Dylan Gameshow bit. Thank…

James & Sanchez go full grinch this holiday season and discuss the WORST people at game night. You all know that guy! Or are you that guy?! We'll also talk recent plays of Thunder Road Vendetta: Carnival of Chaos, Ghost Blitz, Pick Picknic, Harvest, and Maori. Enjoy the show! (1:30) Chatter & DoaMcoN Signups! (7:35) Rare DoaM News Segment (10:48) T…

Sanchez goes to BGGCon 24 in Dallas, TX and plays games, games, and even some card games Games talked about: The GREAT Zimbabwe Sumida River Santiago Himalaya Strozzi So Long Sucka Colorado Midland Tichu Rewind And much more! Enjoy the Show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.…

Age of Steam Con 2024 is in the books. James is joined by DoaMer attendee Kris to talk about expectations, con vibes, some of our favorite maps & plays, and the other nonsense we managed to sneak on to the table. Enjoy the show! 1:35 Winsome Voting is open again! 7:00 Age of Steam Con Vibes 16:00 Honeybee Hive Mind 22:04 Central New England 25:45 C…

Straight from the confines of his old dusty underground german game bunker, Vagabond Ludique drops by the show to chat with DoaM. James, Sanchez, and our guest Vincent will talk about his gaming journey and the hunt for old German hotness. Along the way we'll talk plays of Bauernschlau, Hecht im Karpfenteich, Liberty or Death, Age of Renaissance, a…

The annual DoaM Top 20 returns for it's 5th time. James & Sanchez evaluate their lists, shake up their rankings, and count down their Top 20 games, and also count down the Dads on a Map Community top 20 as voted on by all of you! Does 1830 repeat for the 4th straight year, or will a new champion emerge? Buckle up for discussion on 60 games with all…

Derek & special guest Jon Barron get together to talk about his work self publishing with Baron Jon Games, his thoughts on designing and publishing, and the new kickstarter launching at the end of October. Also discussions of recent plays from MALTcon and The Yellow House. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Introduction of Jon Barron 8:30 - DoaM and Trick Taki…

James & Sanchez are back together again talking recent plays including a full day of auctions for Sanchez & the DFW boys. Arcs, Kaivai, Princes of the Renaissance, Pick Picknick, Outpost, Planet Steam. It's a full show of game talk. Also listen in and check out the show notes to submit YOUR top 20 list and be part of our upcoming Top 20 Show. 00:45…

Derek & special guests Brandon and Dylan put on their oven mitts this episode as they try to handle the hotness that is Arcs from Leder Games. We talk card gaming backgrounds, recent plays from DoaMcoN, and do a full deep dive in everything that is Arcs. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Intro & Card Game Backgrounds 8:00 - DoaMcoN Plays (Tindahan, Ghost Blit…

Joe, Zach, and James are back together again after spending a week together in Kansas City at DoaMcoN. Come hear about our favorite train game plays from the con including West Riding Revisisted, Stephenson's Rocket, Wooden Shoes & Iron Monsters, Veld Railroads, South African Railroads, Spectactulum, and more! 0:00 Intro 1:10 News and Feedback 1:45…

We're home from DoaMcoN IV, and finally physically and emotionally recovered enough to talk about it. We've got the live DoaM party lines open, and a few friendly DoaMers drop in to talk some of their experiences at the con. Thanks for an amazing weekend and we're already ready for DoaMcoN V! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadson…

It's the Final Countdown! Are you traveling right now to DoaMcoN in Kansas City? Are you sad that you couldn't make it? Do you just want to reminisce with us about the past events? James & Sanchez countdown their Top 5 DoaMcoN Memories and their Top 5 Games they want to play this week at the con. Can't wait to see you all at DoaMcoN IV! (4:07) Fres…

The Choo Choo Crew is back together at last, and we're talking all about Rio Grande Games and their rollercoaster experience publishing Winsome train games. We check out their history, their current catalog, our personal must haves, and upcoming announced titles as well. We'll also talk recent plays of The Old Prince 1871, Stellar Ventures, and 183…

Are you a new listener? This is as good a starting point as any. Jump in with James & Sanchez as we talk through the story of DoaM and the last 5 years of this podcast. The origin story, the twists and turns, and where we are today. Also some quick talk about Heat & some rare Arcs criticisms. Enjoy the show! (1:50) What is this show? (11:19) The Do…

Red Flags! They're everywhere. James & Sanchez talk about their board gaming red flags - what scares them off before they even give a game a chance. Also more Arcs talk, and recent plays of Lifeboats, Primordial Soup, Catan, and Whitehall Mystery. (5:05) Play Stellar Ventures at DoaMcon! (8:25) Arcs (4P & 2P) (21:38) Catan (27:13) Lifeboats (38:50)…

It's hot outside, it's hot in James' house, and Sanchez has been playing all the hottest games you've never heard of. Join us as we finally get back together following some convention shows to just talk about what else we've been getting on the table lately. Enjoy the show! (4:54) DoaMcoN beds Sold Out! (6:25) New Patron Justin R (8:11) Arcs (18:05…

It's Con Season! Sanchez and the DFW Boyz goto BGGCon Spring, oh also Derek the San Antonio Tricky Boi joins us! Its a MEGA episode so get ready to hear good times and hate on Gaslands! Enjoy the show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram - @…

All AI Content for the lolz The Tricky, the Dads on the Map podcast features a conversation about trick-taking games and card gaming experiences at BGGCon Spring. The hosts discuss their gameplay, experiences, and impressions of various games, including Frankzoo and Nicosia's Dice. They also touch on the unique aspects of trick-taking games and the…

It's Con Season! James is joined by DoaMer & Punch Bunch Member Tim as they discuss their recent trip to Punchboard Paradise Con in Omaha, Nebraska. Hear all about a terrific small con experience including plays of Antiquity, Dragon's Gold, Panamax, Lignum, and a whole bunch more. 1:00 Meet Tim 3:49 DoaMcoN Beds Almost Sold Out! 5:20 General PPcon …

Derek & special guest RJ are here and ready to get Tricky! We talk recent plays of Makaifuda and City Trixx, and then we run down some of our favorite 2-player only card games. Come listen to what games we recommend for you and that special someone in your life. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Intro & Banter 9:20 - Makaifuda 19:00 - City Trixx 33:00 - Main …

James & Sanchez dig into their past and take you on a journey on their own personal Board Game Eras Tour. Also recent plays of Pax Porfiriana, Through the Desert, and Dungeons & Dragons. And a new song - Fresh Fish'N. 1:05 Still DoaMcoN Spots Remaining! 7:37 "Fresh Fish'N" 13:58 Dungeons & Dragons 33:00 Pax Porfiriana 39:03 Through the Desert 44:03…

After another extended absence, James & Sanchez are back to chat about games, a mini Indy Con, getting sick, and much more! Enjoy the show! 00:08 Rusty Intro 2:35 DoaMcoN Sponsors & Spots still remaining! 5:22 Indy Mini Con 10:30 James gets sick 27:33 Back to Board Games 28:46 Lifeboats 36:52 John Company & Indonesia 44:40 Troyes 50:45 Die Handler …

Spring is here, and James & Sanchez got a lot of games to the table over the last month worth talking about. Stellar Ventures, Prussian Rails, Bacon, Die Handler, Pax Penning, Ricochet Robots, Ra, Goldbrau. A full load of game talk - enjoy the show! 1:39 New Patron, DoaM Madness, DoaMcoN, Nonsense 13:02 Stellar Ventures 21:35 Prussian Rails 26:30 B…

TRICKY #12 - Back at T3C Derek & Sanchez spend a whole weekend playing (mostly) card games! We recap the good times had at the Texas Trick Taking Con T3C and discuss some of the preparations and excitement in putting together a small con. Also thoughts on Clackerjack, Man-Eating House, Canyon, and many more. Enjoy the show! 0:00 - Intro 2:58 - T3C …

It's DoaM Madness season baby! James & Sanchez run down all 128 games competing in the tournament, all 64 first round matchups, and tell you our upset specials, dark horses, and final 4 predictions. Also recent plays of Santiago, Magic Trick, Darkover, and more! 1:05 New Patron & DoaMcoN Filling up! 3:00 Quick Chiefs Super Bowl Thoughts 7:22 Sanche…

Pax Ren has hit BoardGameArena, and James & Sanchez are finally ready to fall back in love with it. We're joined by Pax Ren Pragmatist Joe who is here to help share his strategies & goals to play and win this infamous enigma. This show should help players of all skill levels, from novices to intermediate to seasoned vets. (0:00) Intro - Joe debuts …

James & Sanchez plant some flags, set some goals, and see if they can stick to them in 2024. Also recent plays of Black Friday, Pax Renaissance, Cosmic Frog, and Maria. And James gets romantic about board games with a new song? 3:02 New Patron! 3:40 DoaMcoN is in August! 7:22 Black Friday 18:33 Pax Renaissance 26:55 Cosmic Frog 2 v 2 33:35 Maria 48…

The Choo Choo Crew is back and new year means new list show! Find out if our Top 5 18xx have shifted (ha!) and how our Cube Rails picks shake out this time around as well. Also recent plays of Locomotive Werks, 1870, Chicago Express, and some hot news roundup on Dutch Intercity, Texas & Pacific, and Winsome ballot box stuffing. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 2:…

On Episode 101 James & Sanchez get back to basics, catching up on plays over the last month or so including some holiday hits, Threads of Fate, Maria, Thunder Road: Vendetta, Giro Galoppo, Big Boss, and more! Enjoy the show! (1:20) Cold weather talk (4:30) Playoff Football (14:27) Pax Ren on BGA! (24:00) Holiday hits (28:42) Threads of Fate (30:45)…

James & Sanchez celebrate the 100th episode of the mainline Dads on a Map show, welcoming in several community members to share some of their memories & thoughts on DoaM. Thanks to everyone who has ever contributed to, talked about, downloaded, listened, posted, or participated in this wonderful community. Enjoy the show! http://www.dadsonamap.com …

Grab a beer, scotch, or glass of eggnog and join us for the DoaM Holiday Office Party - featuring 8 hosts and friends of the show. We look back at 2023, have a gift exchange, and a gameshow! And tons of music and laughs. Grab the earmuffs for the kiddos! Merry Christmas from Dads on a Map! (0:00) Song: Christmas in DoaM (2:30) Introductions (5:27) …

Join Joe, Mike, Robin and a bevy of guests and they attend Pax Unplugged. The first half of the episode is a classic Choo Choo Crew plays games they like as Mike and Joe cover 1830, France Rails, GMO and more. The second half of the episode takes Joe and Robin into the expo hall as they talk about plays of Caesar!, Molly House, Klask and more. Enjo…

James & Sanchez are joined by one of our Hacendado level Patrons Brandon for this countdown show featuring the 12 DoaM recommended games for the holidays. Also recent plays of Hegemony, Rhino Hero, I'm the Boss, Boop, and more! (7:12) New DoaM Song! (13:52) Hegemony (22:50) Rhino Hero (27:53) Boop (30:47) I'm The Boss (39:31) Texas Showdown/Strife …

Sanchez goes to BGGCon 23 in Dallas, TX and plays TOP for the first time EVER! Games talked about: BoN FTW?! The Old Prince 1871 and of course some late-night interviews with the recorder! Enjoy the Show! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Support the Show - Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dadsonamap Twitter and Instagram …

James & Derek examine their shelves, talking recent culls, what survived, and what's incoming on their bloated card game shelves. Also recent plays of Tindahan and Sail. Enjoy the show! 2:22 Texas Trick Taking Con 7:29 Tindahan 17:25 Sail 28:15 Main Topic: State of the Shelf TRICKY Streams at: twitch.tv/dadsonamap Check out all of our streams: www.…

The Choo Choo Crew is back in your feed, catching up on some feedback, a whole bunch of train game news, recent plays, and examining the recent DoaM Top 20 and how the train games fared in our rankings. Thanks for listening. 0:00 - Intro 2:20 - Listener Feedback 5:50 - News... We have news! 30:24 - Quad Jumps - What's in my craw!? 36:40 - Recent Pl…

Hotness alert! James & Sanchez talk about some recent plays of some hot crowdfunding titles in Molly House and Cascadero, as well as plays of Skull & Uno No Mercy. Enjoy the show! (:31) Sports (4:08) New Patron & BGG Con (5:54) James goes to the Movies (17:23) Cascadero (23:54) Molly House (41:04) Skull (44:33) Uno: Show em No Mercy http://www.dads…

Our annual tradition returns for the 4th time. 3 lists. 60 games. All your favorites, and maybe a few surprises. Join James & Sanchez for one of our favorite episodes as we count down our personal Top 20s and then take a look at the Dads on a Map Community picks. Thanks for listening! http://www.dadsonamap.com http://www.youtube.com/@dadsonamap Sup…

Welcome to a special episode of Dads on a Map: COIN Collectors! Today, we're thrilled to be joined by two incredible designers behind the COIN Collector favorite, Vijayanagara: The Deccan Empires of Medieval India. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating creation of this game, gaining insights from the people who brought it to life. Our guest …

James & Sanchez catch up during a busy Fall talking DoaMcoN, college visits, football, broken bones, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce, and even find time for a few board games: Plays of John Company, Magical Athlete, and Origins of World War II. 1:48 New Patrons 3:42 Submit those Top 20s! 5:55 DoaMcoN IV Signups filling fast! 8:00 Sanchez College Dad Ch…