Gamer's Haven

Gamer's Haven Episode 56 - Shooting the Breeze

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:57:11 PST

In this episode, we go off on some random encounters and just shoot the breeze.
Running time for this episode is 87 minutes.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 12 - Martian Fluxx, Gold Digger, and Ninja To Go

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:52:28 PST

In this Snippet Episode, Ethan reviews Martian Fluxx (Looney Labs), Gold Digger (Out of the Box Games), and Ninja To Go (aetherial FORGE)
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Gamer's Haven Episode 55 - How Far is Too Far?

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:51:26 PST

In this episode, we talk about going too far. In the three parter, Jeremy and Nathan rant on D&D Online, Jeremy Reviews the Manual of the Planes, and Ethan gives us a shameless plug.
Running time for this episode is 92 minutes.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 11 - Fast Flowing Forest Fellers

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:15:28 PDT

In this Snippet, Ethan is joined by Jeremy for a review of Fast Flowing Forest Fellers from Rio Grande Games.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 10 - The Stars Are Right

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:07:23 PDT

In this Snippet, Ethan is joined by Andre and Nathan for a review of The Stars Are Right from Steve Jackson Games.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 9 - Space Hulk

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:37:47 PDT

In this Snippet, Ethan is joined by Andre and Nathan for a review of Space Hulk, the reprinted classic board game from Games Workshop.
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Gamer's Haven Episode 54 - Gaming Addictions

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:27:07 PDT

In this episode, we talk about gaming addictions, both online and offline. In the three parter, Ethan rants on metagaming ... again, Nathan gives us a new segment on What We're Into, and Jeremy reviews the Eberron Campaign Guide.
Running time for this episode is 87 minutes.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 8 - Betrayal at the House on the Hill

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:38:24 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you a review of Betrayal at the House on the Hill, an out of print game from Avalon Hill.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 7 - Fury of Dracula

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:40:34 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you reviews of Fury of Dracula, a board game from Fantasy Flight Games.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 6 - Mosnters Ravage America

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:00:00 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you reviews of Monsters Ravage America">Monsters Ravage America, an out of print game from Avalon Hill.
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Gamer's Haven Special Edition - Vorpal Network Gen Con 2009 Coverage - Goodman Games

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:00:00 PDT

I know we made a hulabaloo about not going to Gen Con this year, but that doesn't mean the Vorpal Network didn't make it! Those guys over at Fist Full of Comics and Games managed to make it there, and, as part of the exclusive Vorpal Network coverage of Gen Con 2009, The Gamer's Haven, Fist Full of Comics and Games, and The Tome Show are all releasing simultaneous episodes of exclusive Gen Con interviews!
In this episode, the Fist Full of Comics and Games guys interview Goodman Games at Gen Con 2009!
Running Time for this Episode is 30 minutes.
Vorpal Network Exclusive Interviews with Wizards of the Coast and Green Ronin Publishing available at Fist Full of Comics & Games and at The Tome Show!
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Gamer's Haven Episode 53 - KantCon Retrospective

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:23:12 PDT

In this episode, fresh on the heels of KantCon, we talk about what worked, what didn't work, and what we want to see next year. We are joined by a number of convention attendees, who give us their two cents about KantCon. Finally, we award the Best Roleplayers and Miniatures Paint-n-Take Winners with the awesomest trophies ever!
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com. Please visit our sponsor and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 5 - Dominion

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:28:59 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you reviews of Dominion from Rio Grande Games
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Gamer's Haven Episode 52 - Feedback Extravaganza!

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:09:18 PDT

In this episode, we respond to the small mountain of feedback we hae managed to generate over the last few weeks ...
Total Running Time for this Episode is 95 minutes.
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Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 4 - Last Night on Earth and A Touch of Evil

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:58:04 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you reviews of Last Night on Earth and A Touch of Evil, both from Flying Frog Productions.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Episode 50 - Stories from the Vault

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:28:03 PDT

In this episode, we break open the Mountain Dew and celebrate episode 50 with a little storytelling from the vault of games past ...
In the Three Parter, Ethan reviews the Battlestar Galactica board game, Nathan raves on LucasArts' decision to re-release old games, and Jeremy talks about the Origins Awards
Total Running Time for this Episode is 104 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 3 - Stone Age

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:27:04 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you reviews of Stone Age (Rio Grande Games).
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 2 - Bohnanza and Battlestar Galactica

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:53:40 PDT

In this Snippet, we give you reviews of Bohnanza (Rio Grande Games), Battlestar Galactica (Fantasy Flight Games)
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Episode 49 - Board Games

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:25:47 PDT

In this episode, we have a general discussion on board games.
In the Three Parter, Ethan introduces a new segment, The Shameless Plug, Nathan Rants on Terminator Salvation, and Jeremy gives us his follow-up review to his beloved Blot Throwers from Black Tree Design.
Total Running Time for this Episode is 72 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Snippet Episode 1 - Steam, Bang, and Animalia

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:05:23 PDT

The Gamer's Haven presents the first Snippet - Mini Review!
In this Snippet, we give you reviews on Steam: Rails to Riches (Mayfair Games), Bang! 4th Edition (Mayfair Games), and Animalia (GameWorks)
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Episode 48 - Small Groups vs. Large Groups

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:31:36 PDT

In this episode, we talk about gaming in small groups vs. large groups works, and how we handle them.
In the Three Parter, Jeremy rants on his insults on the British Isles, Nathan reviews Arkham Horror from Fantasy Flight Games, and Ethan gives us character with Curly, the one-legged obese Mexican Steamwagon driver.
Total Running Time for this Episode is 76 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Special Edition - Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition Year One

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:06:07 PDT

In this exclusive discussion, we talk about what we liked about the first year of Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition, what we didn't like, and what we'd like to see in year two ...
Visit the following Links for more information:
The Tome Show
The Chatty DM
Dungeonmastering.com
Critical Hits
The Omnivangelist
Sly Flourish
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Gamer's Haven Episode 47 - Fantasy Accuracy

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:21:38 PDT

In this episode, we talk about how accurate you can be, and how accurate you really have to be in a fantasy game. How does history influcence your fantasy games, and how does it influence a player's perception of a fantasy game?
In the Three Parter, Nathan brings us up to date on some recent news, Jeremy reviews Level Up, from Goodman Games, and Ethan raves on Fat Dragon Games.
Total Running Time for this Episode is 88 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!

Happy Birthday D&D 4E ... Exclusively at the Tome Show

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 21:22:04 PDT

The Tome Show in conjunction with The Gamer's Haven is releasing a special, exclusive interview with Wizards of the Coast designers James Wyatt and Chris Perkins. This exclusive interview will talk about the evolution of D&D 4th edition in the past year, and what we can expect in D&D 4E, Year Two ...
Visit the following Links for more information:

The Tome Show
The Chatty DM
Dungeonmastering.com
Critical Hits
The Omnivangelist
Sly Flourish

This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!
Total Running Time for this Episode is 87 minutes.

Gamer's Haven Episode 46 - PDFs

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 18 May 2009 08:44:55 PDT

In this episode, we talk about gaming PDFs, Wizards of the Coast's decision to cease PDF publication, and more about electronic gaming.
In the Three Parter, we dish out three reviews, one of Age of Conan, one of Black Tree Designs, and one of the new D&D Power Cards.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com, The Gamer's Attic, and RPGShop.com. Please visit our sponsors and let them know that the Gamer's Haven sent you!
Total Running Time for this Episode is 87 minutes.

Gamer's Haven Episode 45 - Gaming Stores

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:48:57 PDT

In this episode, we talk about gaming stores - what we like and dislike about 'em, what you should look for, and the best and worst. In the Three Parter, Ethan tells us a Gamer Story, Nathan raves on Doctor Who, and Jeremy gets cut off ... Total Running Time for this Episode is 97 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com.

Gamer's Haven Episode 44 - Let's Get This Game Going

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:11:00 PDT

In this episode, we talk about getting the game going, and all that it entails. In the Three Parter, Nathan rants on model building, Ethan tries to review the GSL the best he can, and Jeremy tells us about his game room! Total Running Time for this Episode is 115 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com.

Gamer's Haven Episode 43 - Miniatures Gaming

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 14:39:29 PST

In this episode, recorded recently, we talk about using miniatures in your game, and playing miniatures games in general. In the Three Parter, Ethan rants about WotC's recent decision about their Character Buidler for 4th Edition, Nathan reviews Death at Luxor from Goodman Games, and Jeremy raves on the Savage Worlds! Total Running Time for this Episode is 115 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com.

Gamer's Haven Special Announcement - We've Been Nominated?!

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:18:47 PST

The Gamer's Haven podcast has received a nomination from The Chronic Rift for Best Podcast in their 2008 Roundtable Awards. Wow!

A Brief Announcement About the Vorpal Website ...

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 07:15:40 PST

The Vorpal Network site was hacked the other day ...

Gamer's Haven Episode 42 - Young Roleplaying

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:35:25 PST

In this episode, recorded way back in April of 2008, we talk about roleplaying when you're young, the gamer stigma, and getting into the game from an early age. We also talk about our early experiences in gaming. In the Three Parter, Ethan rants about the reaction to the WotC GSL, Nathan gives us a gamer story about ordering some Warhammer Bitz, and Jeremy reviews Alpha Omega from Mindstorm Labs. Total Running Time for this Episode is 86 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com.

Gamer's Haven Episode 41 - 2008 Year in Review

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:26:08 PST

In this episode, we take a look back at what was done, what we did, and what we played in 2008. Total Running Time for this Episode is 67 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com.

Gamer's Haven Episode 40 - Gender Roles in Gaming (aka the obligitory Women in Gaming Episode)

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 12:32:28 PST

In this episode, we catch up on some of our backlog with an episode recorded many months ago. We are joined by Jeremy's wife Robin and Nathan's wife Becca, who help us talk about women in gaming. We talk about gaming in general, the gaming industry and how it appeals to women. The Three Parter returns with a "Multi-Parter!" We hit the books, literally, with a stack of reviews. First, Ethan reviews The Algernon Files and The Algernon Files: Flames of War M&M Superlink books from Blackwyrm Games. Then, Nathan takes a look at the Game Mastery Map Packs from Paizo Publishing. Jeremy then reviews Carnival of Tears and The Skinsaw Murders, both Game Mastery adventures from Paizo Publishing. Ethan comes back with a review of Key Largo from Titanic Games and Tutankamen from Out of the Box Games. Nathan then talks about another game from Out of the Box Games called Fish Eat Fish. Jeremy then wraps it up with some reviews of some of the Planet Stories books (The Anubis Murders, The City of the Beast, Elak of Atlantis, The Secret of Shinarat, and The Kiss of the Black Goddess) from Paizo Publishing. Total Running Time for this Episode is 116 minutes.
This episode is sponsored by RPGNow.com.

Gamer's Haven Episode 39 - Loot Bag

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:31:39 PST

The Gamer's Haven is proud to present Episode 39 - Loot Bag!
In this installment, we catch up on things -- including D&D 4E, Gen Con, interviews, and what we've been doing all summer!
This episode is brought to you by RPGBomb.com, an online service that allows their members to set up unique personal profiles that can be linked together through networks of friends and associates.

Gamer's Haven Episode 38 - Gen Con Special Edition Coverage - Interviews Part 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 10:33:23 PST

The Gamer's Haven is proud to present their Vorpal Network coverage of Gen Con 2008! In this installment, we give you the last round of our interviews with Steve Kenson from Green Ronin Publishing, Christopher Clark from Inner City Game Designs, Dave Carter and Earl Fisher from Mind Storm Labs, and Jonathan Richie from Sci-Fi Games.

Gamer's Haven Episode 37 - Gen Con Special Edition Coverage - Interviews Part 1

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:29:00 PDT

The Gamer's Haven is proud to present their Vorpal Network coverage of Gen Con 2008! In this installment of our Gen Con coverage, we present to you interviews with Robin Laws, Fantasy Flight Games, and more!

Gamer's Haven Episode 36 - Gen Con Special Edition Coverage - Inside the Game Designer's Studio

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:34:58 PDT

The Gamer's Haven is proud to present their Vorpal Network coverage of Gen Con 2008! In this installment of our Gen Con coverage, we present to you a recording of the Inside the Game Designer's Studio with Paul Tevis and Steve Kenson.

Gamer's Haven Episode 35 - Gen Con Special Edition Coverage - Intro to Podcasting Panel

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:24:43 PDT

The Gamer's Haven is proud to present their Vorpal Network coverage of Gen Con 2008! In this installment of our Gen Con coverage, we present to you a recording of the Intro to Podcasting Panel from Gen Con!

Gamer's Haven Episode 34 - Gen Con Special Edition Coverage - Trade Day Summit

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:34:40 PDT

The Gamer's Haven is proud to present their Vorpal Network coverage of Gen Con 2008! In this installment, we give you the Trade Day Summit Panel from Gen Con Trade Day. The Topic of discussion was The Future of Hobby Games. Speaking at this panel were several industry insiders from Mayfair Games, Gnome Games, Wizards of the Coast, and Troll and toad, amongst others. Total Running Time for this episode is one hour.

Gamer's Haven Special Edition - Ennie Nominations 2008

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:03:36 PDT

Welcome to the Gamer’s Haven Ennie Award Special 2008! As with last year, we are proud to play host to a lengthy special doing our best to detail information about the nominees for the Ennie Awards. You can find out more information about the Ennie Awards at their website, and voting begins on July 21st and runs through August 3rd. You can click the titles and, where applicable, purchase them from RPGNow! We have scoured the internet and found as many free previews of these products as possible, so take a look, get the info, and vote!

Gamer's Haven Episode 33: Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition First Impressions

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 07:45:41 PDT

In this relatively special episode, we give our first impressions of Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition, along with our general observations of Dungeons and Dragons in general. We have a few guests in this episode -- our friend James and Jeremy's wife, Robin.

Gamer's Haven Episode 32: Breaks and Hiatuses in Your Game

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we talk about taking long breaks and taking a hiatus from a regular campaign - something near and dear to us here at the Gamer's Haven. We also touch on game organization in general. We recorded this episode at the end of January, and we were quick to mention how busy Ethan was ... well, it's now the end of May, and this episode is coming out, if that tells you anything. We also talk about converting your game from one edition to another (all brought on by this whole fourth edition madness).

Gamer's Haven Episode 31: Character Death

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 04 May 2008 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we talk about character death -- when to do it, how to do it, and why to do it.

Gamer's Haven Episode 30: Kicking Someone Out of the Gaming Group

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 09:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we talk about dealing with the touchy situation of getting rid of a player in your gaming group. We're not talking mafia-style politics, but rather asking someone to leave when their welcome is up. We've all been in this situation, and hopefully, we can give some good pointers and help players and GM's alike in this sticky situation.

Gamer's Haven Gen Con Post Show Episode 5: Inside the Game Designer's Studio

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 07:45:41 PDT

We finish up with a special presentation of Inside the Game Designer's Studio featuring Paul Tevis from Have Games Will Travel, and gaming industry paragon, Monte Cook.

Gamer's Haven Gen Con Post Show Episode 4: Interviews

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 06:45:41 PST

We finally get our Gen Con coverage over and done with, featuring interviews with Chris Pramas (Green Ronin), Becky Wilson (Wizkids Games), Joseph Goodman (Goodman Games), Steve Kenson (Green Ronin), and John Collins (Executive Producer for "Fellowship of the Dice").

Gamer's Haven Episode 29: Props, Handouts, and Maps

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 06:45:41 PST

In this episode, we talk about using props, handouts, music, and maps in your game. We talk about the logistics, where to go, and some cheap ideas on what to use. We also go off topic (like usual) and talk about Dungeons and Dragons Fourth Edition.

Gamer's Haven Special - Interview with John Seavey and a short bit involving Jeff Tidball

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 06:45:41 PST

In this special episode, Ethan and Nathan interview Jeff Tidball and John Seavey, two of the authors of the newest supplement for the Feng Shui RPG, Glimpse of the Abyss from Atlas Games. We talk about the Feng Shui Role-Playing Game, a game nobody knows about, that everyone should be playing! Jeff could only be there for a short time, sadly, and due to some technical ... issues, the interview got a bit jumbled.

Gamer's Haven Holiday Edition 2007

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 06:45:41 PST

Gamer's Haven returns with it's belated Christmas and New Year's holiday special! We talk about all the nifty gifts out there for the gamer in your life. Since it's after Christmas, you can now spend those hard-earned gift certificates and Christmas money on some awesome gaming stuff!

Gamer's Haven Episode 28 - New Gamers

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 06:45:41 PST

In this episode, we talk about bringing new people into your game. We touch on people who have gamed before, but are new to your group, and players that are new to gaming altogether!

Gamer's Haven Special - An Interview with Chris Doyle and Adrian Pommier from Goodman Games

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this special episode, we interview Chris Doyle and Adrian Pommier from Goodman Games, authors of Castle Whiterock (in stores now). They give us some insight into "CW" and writing for Goodman Games, the leading authority on Dungeons and Dragons adventures in the industry today. Special Guest on this episode is Jeff from The Tome Show!

Gamer's Haven Post Gen Con 2007 Series Part 3 - Gen Con, LLC. Press Conference

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In part three of our post Gen Con special, we hear the Gen Con, LLC. press conference held on August 16, 2007 at Gen Con Indy!

Gamer's Haven Episode 27 - Gen Con Post Show Part 2 of 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we continue our post Gen Con wrap-up! Better late than never, right? Right?! This episode represents the final time we have the craptacular sound. We got new equipment right after recording this show ... so look forward to some better sounds from the Gamer's Haven!

Gamer's Haven Post Gen Con 2007 Series Part 2 - Paradigm Concepts, Ken Hite, Robin Laws, and More!

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this special episode, Ethan shares with us five interviews he conducted at Gen Con 2007. He spoke with Cubicle 7 Games, Kenneth Hite, Robin Laws, Upper Deck Entertainment, and Daniel, from the Gamer Traveler podcast, sent us an interview he did with Paradigm Concepts.

Gamer's Haven Episode 26: Gen Con Post Show Part 1 of 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, Ethan talks about his trip to Gen Con 2007. The exhibitors, the podcasters, and the experience! We talk about the convention and some of the stuff Ethan got there. Our sound is kinda bad in this one -- we're playing around with a new recorder, and, obviously, we won't be using this recording setting again. Just bear with us, we're getting new sound equipment soon ...

Gamer's Haven Post Gen Con 2007 Series Part 1 - How to Make Adventures That Don't Suck (Goodman Games Seminar)

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we kick off our Gen Con 2007 coverage with the recording of How to Make Adventures that Don't Suck, a seminar presented by Goodman Games. They were kind enough to let us record their panel! You'll get some great advice from some writers and designers from Goodman Games, including Joseph Goodman himself!

Gamer's Haven Episode 25: Gen Con Preshow

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we give you our thoughts on Gen Con, including tips about going to and surviving the convention, some thoughts on the guests this year, and a few things to look for while there. We also announce our Promote the Vote winners and respond to some feedback!

Gamer's Haven Special Edition: Ennie Nominations 2007

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this special episode, Gamer's Haven is proud to announce the first annual Ennies Special Edition! We'll give you the nominees, we'll give you the links, we'll give you everything you need to pick the winners!

Gamer's Haven Episode 24: Tech in Gaming

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we talk about technology in gaming. We talk about how you can use technology in your game, use technology in running your game, and using technology in preparing your game.

Gamer's Haven Episode 23: Online Gaming and Tabletop Gaming - Opposites Attract

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 07:45:41 PDT

In this episode, we talk about online gaming and it's effect and influence over tabletop games in general, and vice versa.

Gamer's Haven Episode 22 - Worldbuliding - Magic, Technology, and Races Part 3 of 3

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 07:45:41 PDT

This part wraps up with the discussion of races and some interesting aspects of other cultures.

Gamer's Haven Episode 21 - Worldbuliding - Magic, Technology, and Races Part 2 of 3

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 20 May 2007 07:45:41 PDT

We continue to talk about technology and it's place in today;s podcast. We go off on a few tangents, talking about levels of magic and what not ... also dogging on Lord of the Rings (gasp!). We then talk about races and their place. No new show for two more weeks, sadly ... blame Jeremy.

Gamer's Haven Episode 20 - Worldbuliding - Magic, Technology, and Races Part 1 of 3

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 06 May 2007 07:45:41 PDT

Another long show this time, but nobody seems to be complaining ... We begin to wrap up our world building series with a talk about magic, technology, and different races in a world. This one's being split up into three parts. In this first part, we focus on magic and begin talking about technology ...

Gamer's Haven Episode 19 - Worldbuliding - Empires, Society, and Culture

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 07:45:41 PDT

To make up for being absent the last two weeks, this episode is extra long to satiate you ravenous hordes of fans ... but, we talk about Empires, Society, and Culture today, including the impact of different races and the effect of them on society, amongst other things.

Gamer's Haven Episode 18 - Worldbuliding - Creation and Creation Myths Part 3

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 07:45:41 PDT

We wrap up mythology in today's episode. We also hit on some feedback we got, as well as discussing creating history of your world.

Gamer's Haven Episode 17 - Worldbuliding - Creation and Creation Myths Part 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 07:45:41 PDT

Finally, we get back to the religion, gods, and mythology of a world! Creating gods, myths, and a religion comes into the conversation, as well as cultural isolation. In this part, we focus on Gods ...

Gamer's Haven Episode 16 - Worldbuliding - Creation and Creation Myths Part 1

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 07:45:41 PDT

We begin talking about religion, creation, and creation myths!

Gamer's Haven Episode 15 - Worldbuliding - World Synopses Part 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 07:45:41 PDT

We finish up our world synpses this week. Jeremy takes over this episode by talking about his world, Theyra!

Gamer's Haven Episode 14 - Worldbuliding - World Synopses Part 1

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 07:45:41 PDT

We start down the long road of World Creation. We're starting off with a synopsis of our different worlds. To start out with, we've got Nathan's fantasy world, and a Ethan's Superpowered world. We also get a bunch of feedback out of the way. This episode came in extra long this time, but we really wanted to address the feedback.

Gamer's Haven Episode 13 - Intermission

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 06:45:41 PST

We (I) are taking a b it of a break this week, but we're not leaving you empty-handed. Here's an impromtu discussion about Xena, Battlestar Galactica, Star Trek, and World of Warcraft to tide you over for a week. Sorry nothing new on the gaming front, but we're all still recovering from the Bubonic Plague that hit Kansas over the last few weeks. Enjoy!

Gamer's Haven Episode 12 - Superheroes! Part 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 25 Feb 2007 06:45:41 PST

Our second part of the Superhero Genre discussion.

Gamer's Haven Episode 11 - Superheroes!

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 06:45:41 PST

We begin a two-part discussion on superhero gaming. Well, we try and talk about superhero gaming ...

Gamer's Haven Episode 10 - Modern/Espionage/War

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 06:45:41 PST

We talk about modern gaming, as well as espionage, war, and integrating modern into your games. We discuss how modern can be a part of all kinds of genres.

Gamer's Haven Episode 9 - Westerns

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 06:45:41 PST

We delve into a true American genre, the western. We discuss the genre from the aspects of history, character, and style. You want "The Duke?" Or do you want "The Man With No Name?" We've got it all.

Gamer's Haven Episode 8 - Fantasy Part Two

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 06:45:41 PST

We continue on our fantasy series!

Gamer's Haven Episode 7 - Fantasy

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:45:41 PST

Fantasy! Where it all started ... we talk about magic and technology, governments, and much more!

Gamer's Haven Episode 6 - Science Fiction

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 06:45:41 PST

We tackle the genre of Science Fiction in today's podcast - from the distopian sci-fi of the 1970's to the fantastic vistas of Star Wars, Star Trek, and Babylon 5.

Gamer's Haven Episode 5 - Horror Part 3

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 07 Jan 2007 06:45:41 PST

Our startling conclusion to Horror! We tackle insanity and perception.

Gamer's Haven Episode 4 - Horror Part 2

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 06:45:41 PST

The Horror Podcast continues into this ... uh ... Holiday season with a look at more things to make your game spooky!

Gamer's Haven Episode 3 - Horror Part 1

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 10 Dec 2006 06:45:41 PST

We begin with our Horror Podcast series, part one of three! We look at building atmosphere, sources of inspiration, movies, music, and more!

Gamer's Haven Episode 2 - Genres Kickoff

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 06:45:41 PST

We start off with our Genres series, with a look at all kinds of genres. This episode will be the starting point of a series of shows we're going to do on various different genres.

Gamer's Haven Episode 1 - Getting the Game Started

thousandmonkeysproductions@gmail.com (Thousand Monkeys Productions) — Sun, 26 Nov 2006 06:45:41 PST

Welcome to the Gamer's Haven, a place where Game Masters of all kinds can come and get helpful (hopefully) tips and information on running your game. Brought to you by the Thousand Monkeys in conjunction with Fist Full of Comics (and Games). Hosted by Ethan, Jeremy, and Nathan -- three midwestern boys who aren't Canadian, but could be. In this episode, we talk about Getting the Game Started, from talking to the players, to setting up the play area.
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