Perfect Information Mon, 27 Oct 2025 23:01:12 +0000 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 23:01:12 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://infoperfected.com http://infoperfected.com () Opinions about boardgames. And the people that play them. Contains adults using adult language. For some reason. https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/2/0/8/4/20843e9e21d94d46/Perfekt-Information_logo_weiss_1400_1400.jpg Perfect Information yes episodic Opinions about boardgames. And the people that play them. Contains adults using adult language. For some reason. boardgames,cardgames,reviews no perfect.information.podcast@gmail.com A letter to say good-bye A letter to say good-bye Thu, 21 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Hi everyone.

It took me the better part of 18 months to accept it, but the only way to fix an abusive relationship is to end it.

This decision has been a long time coming. Ever since the first time Ben threatened me with violence for disagreeing with him, I knew that this show was approaching its end date. By the second time it happened, it became clear to me that I had to make this decision sooner rather than later. Before things would escalate and become physical.

It would be incredibly convenient to point to one single moment that made continuing the show unacceptable. But as I assume is the case with most harmful relationships, the transgressions came in ebbs and flows, alternating between praise and abuse. Gradually shifting what was or wasn't acceptable conduct between us. I was accused of enriching myself by way of review copies, I was blamed for holding up the growth of the show because of my inflexible schedule, online communication with other contributors, publishers or designers would be taken over by him, cutting me out of the conversation, and he would occasionally belittle or outright insult my ability or willingness to put in time and effort into making the show.

Looking back our working relationship behind-the-scenes has repeatedly been defined by a one-sided drive to dominate and control the show and by extension me. In small ways as well as large, slowly pushing me aside to impose his own name on the show. Starting from rewriting the origin of how the show came to be, referring to it as his show online and generally presenting his persona as fully representative of the show as a whole. If you've ever wondered why we ended up with two distinct twitter accounts, this is your answer.

While I was hoping that most of this behaviour was just a long-winded process of dealing with grief, the recent weeks have shown that even somewhat positive turns of events do little to change our interaction. Instead they only temporarily mute an underlying disrespect of my person, the work I do or my desire to have my contributions acknowledged.

To be honest, one of the reasons I dragged my feet for so long is that I love doing this. I love sharing my enthusiasm for games, I love talking about games seriously and in-depth. I love treating them not as a trivial hobby for the perennially immature, but as part of modern culture, looking at the games people love and seeing ourselves reflected in them. I even love the pretentious way this all sounds, and I really don't care that it does. Novels and films used to be thought of as trivial and intellectually flimsy until people started talking about them earnestly. That is what I want to do and who I want to be.

I am not an emotional punching bag to be put down to make somebody else feel better about themselves, nor am I a captive audience for morning rants about the evils of SJWs, the slippery slope of punching Nazis or the alleged awfulness of the rest of board game media. The fact that I can't quite rule out Ben showing up at my place to beat me up for doing what I do here, should tell you how fraught and uncomfortable things have been.

And there is no reason why I should continue to allow them to be this way. So I won't.

All of which leads me to a long list of apologies.

I apologise to the listeners, who've enjoyed the show and encouraged us to keep going. I'm sorry that I couldn't. I feel like I'm taking something you've enjoyed away from you, but I had to make the decision to remove myself from a working environment that was bad for me.

I apologise to our contributors Nick, TC and now Nicole. All of which have done tremendous work and who now have one less platform to engage the community with. I'm sorry for being responsible for keeping your ideas and love for games away from people. But I hope this is only a temporary setback, and if you'll have me I'd love to work with you guys in the future. Or even just sit, chat and game should we ever find ourselves on the same side of the Atlantic.

I am especially sorry that Nicole has unwittingly been caught in the crossfire. After having championed the inclusion of a female voice on the show for more than a year, and having it get shut down because "none of them are at our level" and "I won't put my name on something that is dogshit", I was overjoyed when one highly respected member of the gaming community reached out to us by e-mail to suggest names. Among them Nicole's. It breaks my heart that this is when the show ends. Especially in light of how enthusiastic and open Nicole has been about her contributing to the show.

I apologise to our Patreon backers. You've shown your support and appreciation of the show openly and explicitly and I never expected it to reach the level it has. Thank you for everything. There are still outstanding commitments I am determined to fulfill. Two of our raffle winners are still waiting on their prizes, and I am going to see that they get them as soon as possible. I've split the funds the campaign has collected and sent half of it to Ben to do as he deems appropriate. I will use my half to pay for shipping the prizes, and will refund what is left to any backers that feel wronged by this sudden end of the show.

I apologise to the publishers (and in some cases designers) who were kind enough to give me review copies in Essen. Since there won't be a show to review them on, I plan to put together a video review for each in the coming months. What little reputation I may have, I expect to be in tatters. But I accept it as a necessary part of taking this step.

And I have to apologise to myself. Both for abandoning something that I love doing, but also for choosing to ignore the numerous red flags that continued to pop up, because I was willing to accept a certain amount of discomfort in order to create the show. I will still be around in some creative capacity, looking for new ways to engage with people, talk about this hobby I love and create content of some kind. If you happen to look for a contributor or collaborator on something, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I vastly prefer doing something with others than on my own.

The site will be up until March 2018, as will be shows. After that, I don't know where you'll find us. Yet.

And that is a wrap on Perfect Information. Thank you for coming along for the ride.

Georgios Panagiotidis

]]> Hi everyone.

It took me the better part of 18 months to accept it, but the only way to fix an abusive relationship is to end it.

This decision has been a long time coming. Ever since the first time Ben threatened me with violence for disagreeing with him, I knew that this show was approaching its end date. By the second time it happened, it became clear to me that I had to make this decision sooner rather than later. Before things would escalate and become physical.

It would be incredibly convenient to point to one single moment that made continuing the show unacceptable. But as I assume is the case with most harmful relationships, the transgressions came in ebbs and flows, alternating between praise and abuse. Gradually shifting what was or wasn't acceptable conduct between us. I was accused of enriching myself by way of review copies, I was blamed for holding up the growth of the show because of my inflexible schedule, online communication with other contributors, publishers or designers would be taken over by him, cutting me out of the conversation, and he would occasionally belittle or outright insult my ability or willingness to put in time and effort into making the show.

Looking back our working relationship behind-the-scenes has repeatedly been defined by a one-sided drive to dominate and control the show and by extension me. In small ways as well as large, slowly pushing me aside to impose his own name on the show. Starting from rewriting the origin of how the show came to be, referring to it as his show online and generally presenting his persona as fully representative of the show as a whole. If you've ever wondered why we ended up with two distinct twitter accounts, this is your answer.

While I was hoping that most of this behaviour was just a long-winded process of dealing with grief, the recent weeks have shown that even somewhat positive turns of events do little to change our interaction. Instead they only temporarily mute an underlying disrespect of my person, the work I do or my desire to have my contributions acknowledged.

To be honest, one of the reasons I dragged my feet for so long is that I love doing this. I love sharing my enthusiasm for games, I love talking about games seriously and in-depth. I love treating them not as a trivial hobby for the perennially immature, but as part of modern culture, looking at the games people love and seeing ourselves reflected in them. I even love the pretentious way this all sounds, and I really don't care that it does. Novels and films used to be thought of as trivial and intellectually flimsy until people started talking about them earnestly. That is what I want to do and who I want to be.

I am not an emotional punching bag to be put down to make somebody else feel better about themselves, nor am I a captive audience for morning rants about the evils of SJWs, the slippery slope of punching Nazis or the alleged awfulness of the rest of board game media. The fact that I can't quite rule out Ben showing up at my place to beat me up for doing what I do here, should tell you how fraught and uncomfortable things have been.

And there is no reason why I should continue to allow them to be this way. So I won't.

All of which leads me to a long list of apologies.

I apologise to the listeners, who've enjoyed the show and encouraged us to keep going. I'm sorry that I couldn't. I feel like I'm taking something you've enjoyed away from you, but I had to make the decision to remove myself from a working environment that was bad for me.

I apologise to our contributors Nick, TC and now Nicole. All of which have done tremendous work and who now have one less platform to engage the community with. I'm sorry for being responsible for keeping your ideas and love for games away from people. But I hope this is only a temporary setback, and if you'll have me I'd love to work with you guys in the future. Or even just sit, chat and game should we ever find ourselves on the same side of the Atlantic.

I am especially sorry that Nicole has unwittingly been caught in the crossfire. After having championed the inclusion of a female voice on the show for more than a year, and having it get shut down because "none of them are at our level" and "I won't put my name on something that is dogshit", I was overjoyed when one highly respected member of the gaming community reached out to us by e-mail to suggest names. Among them Nicole's. It breaks my heart that this is when the show ends. Especially in light of how enthusiastic and open Nicole has been about her contributing to the show.

I apologise to our Patreon backers. You've shown your support and appreciation of the show openly and explicitly and I never expected it to reach the level it has. Thank you for everything. There are still outstanding commitments I am determined to fulfill. Two of our raffle winners are still waiting on their prizes, and I am going to see that they get them as soon as possible. I've split the funds the campaign has collected and sent half of it to Ben to do as he deems appropriate. I will use my half to pay for shipping the prizes, and will refund what is left to any backers that feel wronged by this sudden end of the show.

I apologise to the publishers (and in some cases designers) who were kind enough to give me review copies in Essen. Since there won't be a show to review them on, I plan to put together a video review for each in the coming months. What little reputation I may have, I expect to be in tatters. But I accept it as a necessary part of taking this step.

And I have to apologise to myself. Both for abandoning something that I love doing, but also for choosing to ignore the numerous red flags that continued to pop up, because I was willing to accept a certain amount of discomfort in order to create the show. I will still be around in some creative capacity, looking for new ways to engage with people, talk about this hobby I love and create content of some kind. If you happen to look for a contributor or collaborator on something, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I vastly prefer doing something with others than on my own.

The site will be up until March 2018, as will be shows. After that, I don't know where you'll find us. Yet.

And that is a wrap on Perfect Information. Thank you for coming along for the ride.

Georgios Panagiotidis

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]]> 04:47 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 57 - The End of the Year Bash Perfect Information Podcast Episode 57 - The End of the Year Bash Mon, 18 Dec 2017 16:07:41 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

It's the most wonderful time of the year
With the kids jingle belling
And everyone telling you be of good cheer

It's the most wonderful time of the year
It's the hap-happiest season of all
With those holiday greetings and gay happy meetings
When friends come to call
It's the hap-happiest season of all

Also we're naming the best games of the year... but above all...

It's the most wonderful time of the year
There'll be much mistletoeing
And hearts will be glowing
When loved ones are near
It's the most wonderful time of the year

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

It's the most wonderful time of the year With the kids jingle belling And everyone telling you be of good cheer It's the most wonderful time of the year It's the hap-happiest season of all With those holiday greetings and gay happy meetings When friends come to call It's the hap-happiest season of all

Also we're naming the best games of the year... but above all...

It's the most wonderful time of the year There'll be much mistletoeing And hearts will be glowing When loved ones are near It's the most wonderful time of the year

Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 02:12:14 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios It's the most wonderful time of the year With the kids jingle belling And everyone telling you be of good cheer It's the most wonderful time of the year It's the hap-happiest season of all With those holiday greetings and gay happy meetings When friends come to call It's the hap-happiest season of all Also we're naming the best games of the year... but above all... It's the most wonderful time of the year There'll be much mistletoeing And hearts will be glowing When loved ones are near It's the most wonderful time of the year Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 18th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 18th Door Mon, 18 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

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]]> 04:39 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 17th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 17th Door Sun, 17 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 04:09 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 16th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 16th Door Sat, 16 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

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Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

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]]> 04:42 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 15th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 15th Door Fri, 15 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

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]]> 05:00 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 14th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 14th Door Thu, 14 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 05:22 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 13th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 13th Door Wed, 13 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 03:59 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 12th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 12th Door Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 05:40 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 11th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 11th Door Mon, 11 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 04:09 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 10th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 10th Door Sun, 10 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 04:03 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 9th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 9th Door Sat, 09 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 04:39 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 7th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 7th Door Thu, 07 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> 04:39 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 6th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 6th Door Wed, 06 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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Ben invited Uli Blennemann to Perfect Information Towers to grill him on the new edition of Die Macher coming your way in the greatest election year of recent election years: 2018.

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Ben invited Uli Blennemann to Perfect Information Towers to grill him on the new edition of Die Macher coming your way in the greatest election year of recent election years: 2018.

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]]> 22:54 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios   Ben invited Uli Blennemann to Perfect Information Towers to grill him on the new edition of Die Macher coming your way in the greatest election year of recent election years: 2018. Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 4th Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 4th Door Mon, 04 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

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Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

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]]> 04:20 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 2nd Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 2nd Door Sat, 02 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 03:39 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 1st Door Brettspiel Advent Calendar - 1st Door Fri, 01 Dec 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games.

What fancy promo awaits us inside?

Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 05:00 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios Today we open another door in the Brettspiel-Adventskalender 2017 from Frosted Games. What fancy promo awaits us inside? Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 56 - All That You Can't Leave Behind Perfect Information Podcast Episode 56 - All That You Can't Leave Behind Mon, 27 Nov 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

The end of the year is approaching, and what better time to think about the things that are left once we're gone... our legacy so to speak. What is up with those Legacy games, anyway? Let's get to the bottom of that. What are they, why do they work and how do they do it well?

With the slightest of delays, we return to our Patreon shoutouts and give our trusting backers a knickname of their own. (42:40)

Last episode we talked about community, this episode we will talk about your thoughts on the topic as we plant our feet in the guild. (47:58)

The Boardgame Professor returns to also speak about community from his usual place of learned wisdom and in a sudden, yet inevitable twist.... acquired con-crud. (1:07:46)

And to round out the episode, we review sand-timed release and pirate-themed evening entertainment: A Tale of Pirates.

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

The end of the year is approaching, and what better time to think about the things that are left once we're gone... our legacy so to speak. What is up with those Legacy games, anyway? Let's get to the bottom of that. What are they, why do they work and how do they do it well?

With the slightest of delays, we return to our Patreon shoutouts and give our trusting backers a knickname of their own. (42:40)

Last episode we talked about community, this episode we will talk about your thoughts on the topic as we plant our feet in the guild. (47:58)

The Boardgame Professor returns to also speak about community from his usual place of learned wisdom and in a sudden, yet inevitable twist.... acquired con-crud. (1:07:46)

And to round out the episode, we review sand-timed release and pirate-themed evening entertainment: A Tale of Pirates.

Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 02:00:37 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios The end of the year is approaching, and what better time to think about the things that are left once we're gone... our legacy so to speak. What is up with those Legacy games, anyway? Let's get to the bottom of that. What are they, why do they work and how do they do it well? With the slightest of delays, we return to our Patreon shoutouts and give our trusting backers a knickname of their own. (42:40) Last episode we talked about community, this episode we will talk about your thoughts on the topic as we plant our feet in the guild. (47:58) The Boardgame Professor returns to also speak about community from his usual place of learned wisdom and in a sudden, yet inevitable twist.... acquired con-crud. (1:07:46) And to round out the episode, we review sand-timed release and pirate-themed evening entertainment: A Tale of Pirates. Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes The Contrarian Part 4 - Intelligence The Contrarian Part 4 - Intelligence Mon, 20 Nov 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

This is a fairly unusual slice from the Contrarian. In that there isn't one specific event, comment or outburst that prompted this response. Instead it is more of a general observation on one particular movement within the hobby.

Namely the ever-present belief that smartiness or cleverity drives the majority of this hobby. Why is that? And if it's true. who do we really hurt by that?

The answer is, of course, everyone.

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]]> Patreon | @Ben | @Georgios

This is a fairly unusual slice from the Contrarian. In that there isn't one specific event, comment or outburst that prompted this response. Instead it is more of a general observation on one particular movement within the hobby.

Namely the ever-present belief that smartiness or cleverity drives the majority of this hobby. Why is that? And if it's true. who do we really hurt by that?

The answer is, of course, everyone.

Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes

 

 

]]> 08:41 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPatreon | @Ben | @Georgios This is a fairly unusual slice from the Contrarian. In that there isn't one specific event, comment or outburst that prompted this response. Instead it is more of a general observation on one particular movement within the hobby. Namely the ever-present belief that smartiness or cleverity drives the majority of this hobby. Why is that? And if it's true. who do we really hurt by that? The answer is, of course, everyone. Website | BGG | Stitcher | iTunes     The Perfect RPG Programme (1) - You all meet at an inn The Perfect RPG Programme (1) - You all meet at an inn Fri, 17 Nov 2017 06:30:05 +0000 Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

Thanks to the ample generosity of our Patreon backers we proudly bring you the first of hopefully many installments of our very own RPG-show.

But instead of accosting your ears with fake accents, ludicrous plots or pointless tangents, we talk about roleplaying games in a more general sense. An introduction to the topic itself, our own history with the genre... and a few pieces of knowledge (half or false) on it. 

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]]> Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

Thanks to the ample generosity of our Patreon backers we proudly bring you the first of hopefully many installments of our very own RPG-show.

But instead of accosting your ears with fake accents, ludicrous plots or pointless tangents, we talk about roleplaying games in a more general sense. An introduction to the topic itself, our own history with the genre... and a few pieces of knowledge (half or false) on it. 

Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes

 

]]> 59:32 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWebsite | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios Thanks to the ample generosity of our Patreon backers we proudly bring you the first of hopefully many installments of our very own RPG-show. But instead of accosting your ears with fake accents, ludicrous plots or pointless tangents, we talk about roleplaying games in a more general sense. An introduction to the topic itself, our own history with the genre... and a few pieces of knowledge (half or false) on it.  Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 55 - The Circle of Life & Death Perfect Information Podcast Episode 55 - The Circle of Life & Death Mon, 13 Nov 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

The slow and much dreaded return to normalcy has left its marks on your hosts this week, and we ponder the question of community. Namely the what, and partly the how.

(34:45) We drop by the guild to talk about what it is that kills a game for you.

(1:01:51) We also review the little wargame that could: The Cousin's War.

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]]> Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

The slow and much dreaded return to normalcy has left its marks on your hosts this week, and we ponder the question of community. Namely the what, and partly the how.

(34:45) We drop by the guild to talk about what it is that kills a game for you.

(1:01:51) We also review the little wargame that could: The Cousin's War.

Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 01:37:40 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWebsite | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios The slow and much dreaded return to normalcy has left its marks on your hosts this week, and we ponder the question of community. Namely the what, and partly the how. (34:45) We drop by the guild to talk about what it is that kills a game for you. (1:01:51) We also review the little wargame that could: The Cousin's War. Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes The Essen Round-Up The Essen Round-Up Mon, 06 Nov 2017 11:13:45 +0000 Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

Spiel 17 came and went. But like an ex you don't quite want to let go of, we reminisce and opine on what it has brought.

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]]> Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

Spiel 17 came and went. But like an ex you don't quite want to let go of, we reminisce and opine on what it has brought.

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]]> 28:18 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWebsite | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios Spiel 17 came and went. But like an ex you don't quite want to let go of, we reminisce and opine on what it has brought. Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 54 - Another live show from Essen Perfect Information Podcast Episode 54 - Another live show from Essen Tue, 31 Oct 2017 16:15:06 +0000 Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

A few words with Gloomhaven's supreme deity Isaac Childres.

A behind-the-scene peak from the press room of Spiel 17 (11:20).

Ben stumbles into Michael Fox at Creativity Hub (15:50).

Gamdow Games speaks of their experience with and during Spiel (45:34).

An unexpected, yet still welcome return to the guild (48:52).

Speaking to Cranio Creations about A Tale of Pirates (1:12:58).

Isaac Shalev has flown in to tell Ben what's what regarding fortresses, kind or otherwise (1:16:27).

Robert & Ilka from Chemnitz give us their take on Spiel (1:23:11).

The Irish are coming (Patrick & Emmet), but are kind enough to spare a few words for us (1:26:29).

Splotter Spellen serendipitously say something suggestively spoilery in speaking Spiel (1:32:35).

An interesting chat with Dice Tower's Suzanne Sheldon (1:45:00).

Asmodee's live show in hall 1 leads to some unhappiness at the show (2:03:11).

What's Your Game's Mariano Iannelli reminisces about his Spiel experience (2:04:57).

Signing off, back in Berlin (02:11:34).

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]]> Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

A few words with Gloomhaven's supreme deity Isaac Childres.

A behind-the-scene peak from the press room of Spiel 17 (11:20).

Ben stumbles into Michael Fox at Creativity Hub (15:50).

Gamdow Games speaks of their experience with and during Spiel (45:34).

An unexpected, yet still welcome return to the guild (48:52).

Speaking to Cranio Creations about A Tale of Pirates (1:12:58).

Isaac Shalev has flown in to tell Ben what's what regarding fortresses, kind or otherwise (1:16:27).

Robert & Ilka from Chemnitz give us their take on Spiel (1:23:11).

The Irish are coming (Patrick & Emmet), but are kind enough to spare a few words for us (1:26:29).

Splotter Spellen serendipitously say something suggestively spoilery in speaking Spiel (1:32:35).

An interesting chat with Dice Tower's Suzanne Sheldon (1:45:00).

Asmodee's live show in hall 1 leads to some unhappiness at the show (2:03:11).

What's Your Game's Mariano Iannelli reminisces about his Spiel experience (2:04:57).

Signing off, back in Berlin (02:11:34).

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]]> 02:18:07 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWebsite | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios A few words with Gloomhaven's supreme deity Isaac Childres. A behind-the-scene peak from the press room of Spiel 17 (11:20). Ben stumbles into Michael Fox at Creativity Hub (15:50). Gamdow Games speaks of their experience with and during Spiel (45:34). An unexpected, yet still welcome return to the guild (48:52). Speaking to Cranio Creations about A Tale of Pirates (1:12:58). Isaac Shalev has flown in to tell Ben what's what regarding fortresses, kind or otherwise (1:16:27). Robert & Ilka from Chemnitz give us their take on Spiel (1:23:11). The Irish are coming (Patrick & Emmet), but are kind enough to spare a few words for us (1:26:29). Splotter Spellen serendipitously say something suggestively spoilery in speaking Spiel (1:32:35). An interesting chat with Dice Tower's Suzanne Sheldon (1:45:00). Asmodee's live show in hall 1 leads to some unhappiness at the show (2:03:11). What's Your Game's Mariano Iannelli reminisces about his Spiel experience (2:04:57). Signing off, back in Berlin (02:11:34). Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Episode 53 - A Cabin in the Woods Perfect Information Episode 53 - A Cabin in the Woods Mon, 23 Oct 2017 10:07:13 +0000 Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

Ooh.. it's the spooky time of the year. Which means we will talk about death. Namely, the death of board games or rather the causes that may kill a board game.

We pick the winners of our Patreon raffle. (40:45)

A quick stop at the guild helps us warm up, as we ponder the reasons that make you fall in love with a board game. (45:12)

The show-stealing boardgame professor Nick Mariner tackles the folly of arguing for meritocracy. (01:08:40)

And finally, we review the modern classic Concordia.

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]]> Website | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios

Ooh.. it's the spooky time of the year. Which means we will talk about death. Namely, the death of board games or rather the causes that may kill a board game.

We pick the winners of our Patreon raffle. (40:45)

A quick stop at the guild helps us warm up, as we ponder the reasons that make you fall in love with a board game. (45:12)

The show-stealing boardgame professor Nick Mariner tackles the folly of arguing for meritocracy. (01:08:40)

And finally, we review the modern classic Concordia.

Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 02:04:04 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWebsite | BGG | @Ben | @Georgios Ooh.. it's the spooky time of the year. Which means we will talk about death. Namely, the death of board games or rather the causes that may kill a board game. We pick the winners of our Patreon raffle. (40:45) A quick stop at the guild helps us warm up, as we ponder the reasons that make you fall in love with a board game. (45:12) The show-stealing boardgame professor Nick Mariner tackles the folly of arguing for meritocracy. (01:08:40) And finally, we review the modern classic Concordia. Patreon | Stitcher | iTunes The Contrarian - Part 3 The Contrarian - Part 3 Fri, 20 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Bringing the authentic Perfect Information experience to your home, the Contrarian returns to offer disagreements to you, dear listener.

This time on the most innocuous of observations: board games aren't political.

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]]> Bringing the authentic Perfect Information experience to your home, the Contrarian returns to offer disagreements to you, dear listener.

This time on the most innocuous of observations: board games aren't political.

Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 14:42 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comBringing the authentic Perfect Information experience to your home, the Contrarian returns to offer disagreements to you, dear listener. This time on the most innocuous of observations: board games aren't political. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Interview with Punchboard Media Interview with Punchboard Media Mon, 16 Oct 2017 15:03:52 +0000 Ben Maddox trapped Patrick Hillier & Eric Buscemi into a virtual elevator and got them talking about Punchboard Media. What it is, who it punches and why you want to pay attention to what they do.

And if that got you chomping at the bits: you want to go here.

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]]> Ben Maddox trapped Patrick Hillier & Eric Buscemi into a virtual elevator and got them talking about Punchboard Media. What it is, who it punches and why you want to pay attention to what they do.

And if that got you chomping at the bits: you want to go here.

Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 21:15 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comBen Maddox trapped Patrick Hillier & Eric Buscemi into a virtual elevator and got them talking about Punchboard Media. What it is, who it punches and why you want to pay attention to what they do. And if that got you chomping at the bits: you want to go here. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information News Episode 1 Perfect Information News Episode 1 Fri, 13 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Thanks to the generosity, might and virility of our Patreon backers, we are now able to offer you the first installment of a new series:

Perfect Information News!

Hear our hot takes - both good and bad - on some news item that's been making the rounds in our hobby. Notice our fancy ability to almost - but not quite - stay on topic. Find out what's in store in the weeks and/or months to come.

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Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG
 Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram
Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> Thanks to the generosity, might and virility of our Patreon backers, we are now able to offer you the first installment of a new series:

Perfect Information News!

Hear our hot takes - both good and bad - on some news item that's been making the rounds in our hobby. Notice our fancy ability to almost - but not quite - stay on topic. Find out what's in store in the weeks and/or months to come.

Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 34:52 false bonus perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThanks to the generosity, might and virility of our Patreon backers, we are now able to offer you the first installment of a new series: Perfect Information News! Hear our hot takes - both good and bad - on some news item that's been making the rounds in our hobby. Notice our fancy ability to almost - but not quite - stay on topic. Find out what's in store in the weeks and/or months to come. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 52 - For the Love of the Game Perfect Information Podcast Episode 52 - For the Love of the Game Mon, 09 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0000 As Spiel approaches surely and inevitably, so does the anticipation of diving into the halls in Essen again. What better time to ask ourselves: what makes us fall in love with a game exactly?

We spend some time in the guild to talk about your answers to last week's question: what can the growth of the hobby be attributed to?

And finally, we review Fields of Green by Vangelis Bagiartakis, and published by Artipia Games. Is it merely a re-skin of Among The Stars? Does it improve on it?

And then there are some links to things that may or may not have been alluded to on the show.

Georgios' AMA on Reddit can be found here.

Ben's stint as Geek-of-the-Week on BGG.

And to tide you over Nick's absence this month, here is a document to his time as Geek-of-the-Week.

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]]> As Spiel approaches surely and inevitably, so does the anticipation of diving into the halls in Essen again. What better time to ask ourselves: what makes us fall in love with a game exactly?

We spend some time in the guild to talk about your answers to last week's question: what can the growth of the hobby be attributed to?

And finally, we review Fields of Green by Vangelis Bagiartakis, and published by Artipia Games. Is it merely a re-skin of Among The Stars? Does it improve on it?

And then there are some links to things that may or may not have been alluded to on the show.

Georgios' AMA on Reddit can be found here.

Ben's stint as Geek-of-the-Week on BGG.

And to tide you over Nick's absence this month, here is a document to his time as Geek-of-the-Week.

Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 01:25:36 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAs Spiel approaches surely and inevitably, so does the anticipation of diving into the halls in Essen again. What better time to ask ourselves: what makes us fall in love with a game exactly? We spend some time in the guild to talk about your answers to last week's question: what can the growth of the hobby be attributed to? And finally, we review Fields of Green by Vangelis Bagiartakis, and published by Artipia Games. Is it merely a re-skin of Among The Stars? Does it improve on it? And then there are some links to things that may or may not have been alluded to on the show. Georgios' AMA on Reddit can be found here. Ben's stint as Geek-of-the-Week on BGG. And to tide you over Nick's absence this month, here is a document to his time as Geek-of-the-Week. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Interview with Sarah Erikson Interview with Sarah Erikson Mon, 02 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Today Ben interviews Sarah Erikson of Renegade Game Studios about her gamer history, the changes the hobby is facing, being at Spiel in Essen and of course Renegade Game Studios' new games.

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]]> Today Ben interviews Sarah Erikson of Renegade Game Studios about her gamer history, the changes the hobby is facing, being at Spiel in Essen and of course Renegade Game Studios' new games.

Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 19:36 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comToday Ben interviews Sarah Erikson of Renegade Game Studios about her gamer history, the changes the hobby is facing, being at Spiel in Essen and of course Renegade Game Studios' new games. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 51 - What just happened? Perfect Information Podcast Episode 51 - What just happened? Mon, 25 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0000 The 51st episode of this podcast finds your amicable hosts taking in their surroundings and wondering: why is the hobby where it is right now? 

The guild opens with an all-too-necessary recap of past events and sheds light on pressing questions. Namely us asking for your favourite moments of episodes past. (40:03)

Everybody's favourite podcast personality Nick Mariner dazzles and vajazzles us all with his thoughts on ethics. Not in games journalism luckily, but Among the Stars. (52:00)

And finally, we go way out into the bayou to talk about Sweet Lemon's little cardgame that could: Terrible Monster. (1:06:39)

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]]> The 51st episode of this podcast finds your amicable hosts taking in their surroundings and wondering: why is the hobby where it is right now? 

The guild opens with an all-too-necessary recap of past events and sheds light on pressing questions. Namely us asking for your favourite moments of episodes past. (40:03)

Everybody's favourite podcast personality Nick Mariner dazzles and vajazzles us all with his thoughts on ethics. Not in games journalism luckily, but Among the Stars. (52:00)

And finally, we go way out into the bayou to talk about Sweet Lemon's little cardgame that could: Terrible Monster. (1:06:39)

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]]> 01:40:30 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThe 51st episode of this podcast finds your amicable hosts taking in their surroundings and wondering: why is the hobby where it is right now?  The guild opens with an all-too-necessary recap of past events and sheds light on pressing questions. Namely us asking for your favourite moments of episodes past. (40:03) Everybody's favourite podcast personality Nick Mariner dazzles and vajazzles us all with his thoughts on ethics. Not in games journalism luckily, but Among the Stars. (52:00) And finally, we go way out into the bayou to talk about Sweet Lemon's little cardgame that could: Terrible Monster. (1:06:39) Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes The Contrarian - Part 2 The Contrarian - Part 2 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Just as the warm lull of consensus threatens to turn the internet into a sea of sharing agreeable opinions with one another, and acknowledging individual experience... the Contrarian valiantly climbs upon the highest horse he can find to loudly declare his edicts of the school of Nuh-uh!

Namely, reviews & reviewers. Quite possibly the talkiest of all D&D-supplements.

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]]> Just as the warm lull of consensus threatens to turn the internet into a sea of sharing agreeable opinions with one another, and acknowledging individual experience... the Contrarian valiantly climbs upon the highest horse he can find to loudly declare his edicts of the school of Nuh-uh!

Namely, reviews & reviewers. Quite possibly the talkiest of all D&D-supplements.

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]]> 14:29 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comJust as the warm lull of consensus threatens to turn the internet into a sea of sharing agreeable opinions with one another, and acknowledging individual experience... the Contrarian valiantly climbs upon the highest horse he can find to loudly declare his edicts of the school of Nuh-uh! Namely, reviews & reviewers. Quite possibly the talkiest of all D&D-supplements. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 50 Perfect Information Podcast Episode 50 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Put on some Kool & The Gang, turn your stereo up to 11... we have reached episode number 50. And put out all the stops. Literally. This is the longest episodes we've ever released.

Naturally, we use this achievement to rest on our laurels and instead of coming up with questions, we spend an extraordinate amount of time answering yours. Find out everything you want to know about the two hosts you've uncritically listened to for the last two years.

The great T.C. Petty III. returns at 1:13:50 to let you all in on what he has been up to, when he has not been in it. And by it I mean the recent episodes.

Sober and with new-found purpose we return to the guild at 1:21:31, and talk about the things that matter most to you: is the one-hour-euro a gift or a curse to this hobby?

The board game professor Nick Mariner returns at 1:37:35 to spread the word(s) about his 50 favourite board games of all time. You will not believe what's on number 6! Or maybe you will. It's hard to read minds over the internet.

Our review this week is all about looking back at the past, and there is no bigger highlight in our gaming past than Chaos in the Old World. So today you get to hear why.

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]]> Put on some Kool & The Gang, turn your stereo up to 11... we have reached episode number 50. And put out all the stops. Literally. This is the longest episodes we've ever released.

Naturally, we use this achievement to rest on our laurels and instead of coming up with questions, we spend an extraordinate amount of time answering yours. Find out everything you want to know about the two hosts you've uncritically listened to for the last two years.

The great T.C. Petty III. returns at 1:13:50 to let you all in on what he has been up to, when he has not been in it. And by it I mean the recent episodes.

Sober and with new-found purpose we return to the guild at 1:21:31, and talk about the things that matter most to you: is the one-hour-euro a gift or a curse to this hobby?

The board game professor Nick Mariner returns at 1:37:35 to spread the word(s) about his 50 favourite board games of all time. You will not believe what's on number 6! Or maybe you will. It's hard to read minds over the internet.

Our review this week is all about looking back at the past, and there is no bigger highlight in our gaming past than Chaos in the Old World. So today you get to hear why.

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]]> 02:31:08 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comPut on some Kool & The Gang, turn your stereo up to 11... we have reached episode number 50. And put out all the stops. Literally. This is the longest episodes we've ever released. Naturally, we use this achievement to rest on our laurels and instead of coming up with questions, we spend an extraordinate amount of time answering yours. Find out everything you want to know about the two hosts you've uncritically listened to for the last two years. The great T.C. Petty III. returns at 1:13:50 to let you all in on what he has been up to, when he has not been in it. And by it I mean the recent episodes. Sober and with new-found purpose we return to the guild at 1:21:31, and talk about the things that matter most to you: is the one-hour-euro a gift or a curse to this hobby? The board game professor Nick Mariner returns at 1:37:35 to spread the word(s) about his 50 favourite board games of all time. You will not believe what's on number 6! Or maybe you will. It's hard to read minds over the internet. Our review this week is all about looking back at the past, and there is no bigger highlight in our gaming past than Chaos in the Old World. So today you get to hear why. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Ben's Mission Statement Ben's Mission Statement Mon, 04 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0000 As this podcast stands at the dawn of its middle-age, Ben Maddox grabs the mic to speak of his vision of the future, and the purpose that drives him to keep talking.  

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]]> As this podcast stands at the dawn of its middle-age, Ben Maddox grabs the mic to speak of his vision of the future, and the purpose that drives him to keep talking.  

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]]> 07:16 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAs this podcast stands at the dawn of its middle-age, Ben Maddox grabs the mic to speak of his vision of the future, and the purpose that drives him to keep talking.   Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 49 - It Won't Be Long Perfect Information Podcast Episode 49 - It Won't Be Long Mon, 28 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Hurry up, we don't have much time.. this is the schedule for this week's show... don't get left behind!

This week's topic is game length: what happens when games last as long as they do?

Our shout-outs to Patreon backers start at 35:30.

A visit to the Guild at 41:15 to hear us speak about your take on punishing games.

The Boardgame Professor speaks at 1:00:24 about Twilight Struggle and Les Lieux de Mémoire (Pierre Nora).

Our review of Flatline starts at 1:15:51 with thanks to Brettspielgeschäft for their support.

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]]> Hurry up, we don't have much time.. this is the schedule for this week's show... don't get left behind!

This week's topic is game length: what happens when games last as long as they do?

Our shout-outs to Patreon backers start at 35:30.

A visit to the Guild at 41:15 to hear us speak about your take on punishing games.

The Boardgame Professor speaks at 1:00:24 about Twilight Struggle and Les Lieux de Mémoire (Pierre Nora).

Our review of Flatline starts at 1:15:51 with thanks to Brettspielgeschäft for their support.

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]]> 01:57:44 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comHurry up, we don't have much time.. this is the schedule for this week's show... don't get left behind! This week's topic is game length: what happens when games last as long as they do? Our shout-outs to Patreon backers start at 35:30. A visit to the Guild at 41:15 to hear us speak about your take on punishing games. The Boardgame Professor speaks at 1:00:24 about Twilight Struggle and Les Lieux de Mémoire (Pierre Nora). Our review of Flatline starts at 1:15:51 with thanks to Brettspielgeschäft for their support. Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes The Contrarian - Part 1 The Contrarian - Part 1 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Whenever there is a gamer voicing his opinion, whenever a hapless player argues a point, he is there to voice his rebuttal. He is...

THE CONTRARIAN!

Today's overflowing cup of "nuh-uh" comes in response to Meeple Like Us. and the nature of game criticism. 

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]]> Whenever there is a gamer voicing his opinion, whenever a hapless player argues a point, he is there to voice his rebuttal. He is...

THE CONTRARIAN!

Today's overflowing cup of "nuh-uh" comes in response to Meeple Like Us. and the nature of game criticism. 

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]]> 10:25 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWhenever there is a gamer voicing his opinion, whenever a hapless player argues a point, he is there to voice his rebuttal. He is... THE CONTRARIAN! Today's overflowing cup of "nuh-uh" comes in response to Meeple Like Us. and the nature of game criticism.  Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 48 - Tit for Tat Perfect Information Podcast Episode 48 - Tit for Tat Mon, 14 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +0000 In today's contentious new episode we talk about punishment. But not the fun kind with whips, clamps and wax candles, but the weird and creepy kind with VP loss, resource denial and blocking. Is it really punishment? Or is thinking of it as punishment just leading us astray? Also, Nietzsche.

Ben would like to remind you of Gamechangers.org and how you can help young people in Uganda. It's really worth it. You owe it to yourself to go and have a look yourself, and if some small donation makes its way into that campaign... it's a small contribution to making this world a little better. Also, games.

We return to our beloved establishment of ludic or luscious extravagance and look at what you think are the games most dependant on the "right" group. Also, jealousy.

And finally, we review Arkham Horror: The Card Game. It is a card game. In case sleuthing skills didn't lead you to that conclusion already. It also set in Arkham. Horrible as the place may be. (Please clap. We worked until 4 a.m. to come up with this joke.)

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]]> In today's contentious new episode we talk about punishment. But not the fun kind with whips, clamps and wax candles, but the weird and creepy kind with VP loss, resource denial and blocking. Is it really punishment? Or is thinking of it as punishment just leading us astray? Also, Nietzsche.

Ben would like to remind you of Gamechangers.org and how you can help young people in Uganda. It's really worth it. You owe it to yourself to go and have a look yourself, and if some small donation makes its way into that campaign... it's a small contribution to making this world a little better. Also, games.

We return to our beloved establishment of ludic or luscious extravagance and look at what you think are the games most dependant on the "right" group. Also, jealousy.

And finally, we review Arkham Horror: The Card Game. It is a card game. In case sleuthing skills didn't lead you to that conclusion already. It also set in Arkham. Horrible as the place may be. (Please clap. We worked until 4 a.m. to come up with this joke.)

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]]> 01:39:56 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn today's contentious new episode we talk about punishment. But not the fun kind with whips, clamps and wax candles, but the weird and creepy kind with VP loss, resource denial and blocking. Is it really punishment? Or is thinking of it as punishment just leading us astray? Also, Nietzsche. Ben would like to remind you of Gamechangers.org and how you can help young people in Uganda. It's really worth it. You owe it to yourself to go and have a look yourself, and if some small donation makes its way into that campaign... it's a small contribution to making this world a little better. Also, games. We return to our beloved establishment of ludic or luscious extravagance and look at what you think are the games most dependant on the "right" group. Also, jealousy. And finally, we review Arkham Horror: The Card Game. It is a card game. In case sleuthing skills didn't lead you to that conclusion already. It also set in Arkham. Horrible as the place may be. (Please clap. We worked until 4 a.m. to come up with this joke.) Support us here: Patreon | Donation Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Interview with Edition Spielwiese Interview with Edition Spielwiese Mon, 07 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +0000 What do you do when a local game cafe answers the call for a new publishing imprint in Germany's capital and scores design giant Uwe Rosenberg's newest smaller offer (Cottage Garden) before following it up with a surprisingly playable take on Memory (Memoarrr!)?

You sent Ben Maddox to ask them questions, that's what.

So we did.

]]> What do you do when a local game cafe answers the call for a new publishing imprint in Germany's capital and scores design giant Uwe Rosenberg's newest smaller offer (Cottage Garden) before following it up with a surprisingly playable take on Memory (Memoarrr!)?

You sent Ben Maddox to ask them questions, that's what.

So we did.

]]> 18:18 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWhat do you do when a local game cafe answers the call for a new publishing imprint in Germany's capital and scores design giant Uwe Rosenberg's newest smaller offer (Cottage Garden) before following it up with a surprisingly playable take on Memory (Memoarrr!)? You sent Ben Maddox to ask them questions, that's what. So we did. Perfect Information Podcast Episode 47 - Nature vs Nurture Perfect Information Podcast Episode 47 - Nature vs Nurture Mon, 31 Jul 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Have you ever sat down after a successful game night and asked yourself: did the game let us have fun, or did we make the game fun? Well, so did we. And for your enjoyment our thoughts on this question have been recorded here for future reference.

New adventures await in the guild as Ben grapples with a harrowing fear. Also we talk about your takes on this year's Spiel des Jahres winner. 

Finally, we boldly propel ourselves into the future to bring you the patented Perfect Information take (patent pending) on FFG's newest entry into the Android universe: New Angeles.

All this in less time than it takes for you to write the definitive novel on the death of the American pastoral. 

If you'd like to support this podcast, why not visit our Patreon page?

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]]> Have you ever sat down after a successful game night and asked yourself: did the game let us have fun, or did we make the game fun? Well, so did we. And for your enjoyment our thoughts on this question have been recorded here for future reference.

New adventures await in the guild as Ben grapples with a harrowing fear. Also we talk about your takes on this year's Spiel des Jahres winner. 

Finally, we boldly propel ourselves into the future to bring you the patented Perfect Information take (patent pending) on FFG's newest entry into the Android universe: New Angeles.

All this in less time than it takes for you to write the definitive novel on the death of the American pastoral. 

If you'd like to support this podcast, why not visit our Patreon page?

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]]> 01:49:58 false 1 47 full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comHave you ever sat down after a successful game night and asked yourself: did the game let us have fun, or did we make the game fun? Well, so did we. And for your enjoyment our thoughts on this question have been recorded here for future reference. New adventures await in the guild as Ben grapples with a harrowing fear. Also we talk about your takes on this year's Spiel des Jahres winner.  Finally, we boldly propel ourselves into the future to bring you the patented Perfect Information take (patent pending) on FFG's newest entry into the Android universe: New Angeles. All this in less time than it takes for you to write the definitive novel on the death of the American pastoral.  If you'd like to support this podcast, why not visit our Patreon page? Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Interview with Juma Al Jou Jou Interview with Juma Al Jou Jou Mon, 24 Jul 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Never one to fail spotting a star rising, Ben caught up with Juma Al Jou Jou at Berlin-Con and talked about Clans of Caldonia and more.

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]]> Never one to fail spotting a star rising, Ben caught up with Juma Al Jou Jou at Berlin-Con and talked about Clans of Caldonia and more.

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]]> 25:00 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comNever one to fail spotting a star rising, Ben caught up with Juma Al Jou Jou at Berlin-Con and talked about Clans of Caldonia and more. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 46 - The One with all the Noise Perfect Information Podcast Episode 46 - The One with all the Noise Mon, 17 Jul 2017 15:35:03 +0000 All the excitement and wild partying you would expect from Berlin. We leave the overtly familiar displays of Perfect Information towers to venture out into the world. But not too far away, as there is a convention to go to and games to test. We talk about Kingdomino, Magic Maze and The Quest for El Dorado. We also have a few words to say about Game of Thrones: The Iron Throne and Memoarrr. 

25:35 - Things are looking up in the guild. Something like stability is returning to charming little nightclub we call our home away from home. Let's hear what you had to say about genres.

45:16 - The Board Game Professor takes on Niccolò Machiavelli and "The Prince". Find out how and why! And most of all... who comes out on top!

 

01:03:01 - Spiel des Jahres press event. All the excitement and the loud noises that a bunch of designers, publishers, gaming press people and hanger-ons can generate. For you enjoyment. Find out what it's like to be in the thick of it. (Malcolm Tucker has once again declined to join the celebrations in his familiar and colourful manner.)

We also get a few words with all the nominated designers. Yes, all of them. That's Shem Phillips, Rainer Knizia, Jacob Fryxelius, Kasper Lapp, Bruno Cathala and Inka & Markus Brand.

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]]> All the excitement and wild partying you would expect from Berlin. We leave the overtly familiar displays of Perfect Information towers to venture out into the world. But not too far away, as there is a convention to go to and games to test. We talk about Kingdomino, Magic Maze and The Quest for El Dorado. We also have a few words to say about Game of Thrones: The Iron Throne and Memoarrr. 

25:35 - Things are looking up in the guild. Something like stability is returning to charming little nightclub we call our home away from home. Let's hear what you had to say about genres.

45:16 - The Board Game Professor takes on Niccolò Machiavelli and "The Prince". Find out how and why! And most of all... who comes out on top!

 

01:03:01 - Spiel des Jahres press event. All the excitement and the loud noises that a bunch of designers, publishers, gaming press people and hanger-ons can generate. For you enjoyment. Find out what it's like to be in the thick of it. (Malcolm Tucker has once again declined to join the celebrations in his familiar and colourful manner.)

We also get a few words with all the nominated designers. Yes, all of them. That's Shem Phillips, Rainer Knizia, Jacob Fryxelius, Kasper Lapp, Bruno Cathala and Inka & Markus Brand.

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]]> 01:49:13 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAll the excitement and wild partying you would expect from Berlin. We leave the overtly familiar displays of Perfect Information towers to venture out into the world. But not too far away, as there is a convention to go to and games to test. We talk about Kingdomino, Magic Maze and The Quest for El Dorado. We also have a few words to say about Game of Thrones: The Iron Throne and Memoarrr.  25:35 - Things are looking up in the guild. Something like stability is returning to charming little nightclub we call our home away from home. Let's hear what you had to say about genres. 45:16 - The Board Game Professor takes on Niccolò Machiavelli and "The Prince". Find out how and why! And most of all... who comes out on top!   01:03:01 - Spiel des Jahres press event. All the excitement and the loud noises that a bunch of designers, publishers, gaming press people and hanger-ons can generate. For you enjoyment. Find out what it's like to be in the thick of it. (Malcolm Tucker has once again declined to join the celebrations in his familiar and colourful manner.) We also get a few words with all the nominated designers. Yes, all of them. That's Shem Phillips, Rainer Knizia, Jacob Fryxelius, Kasper Lapp, Bruno Cathala and Inka & Markus Brand. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   A Small Slice of Perfection - Part 16: The Maddox Diaries 5 A Small Slice of Perfection - Part 16: The Maddox Diaries 5 Mon, 10 Jul 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Modern life is challenging. It is an everchanging maze of social cues and personal prediclictions. But fear not fellow travellers, for the Maddox Diaries have buried within them the very pages with which you will be guided towards the light of salvation*.

* Salvation being your ability to not make a complete ass of yourself in front of your friends. 

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]]> Modern life is challenging. It is an everchanging maze of social cues and personal prediclictions. But fear not fellow travellers, for the Maddox Diaries have buried within them the very pages with which you will be guided towards the light of salvation*.

* Salvation being your ability to not make a complete ass of yourself in front of your friends. 

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]]> 09:16 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comModern life is challenging. It is an everchanging maze of social cues and personal prediclictions. But fear not fellow travellers, for the Maddox Diaries have buried within them the very pages with which you will be guided towards the light of salvation*. * Salvation being your ability to not make a complete ass of yourself in front of your friends.  Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 45 - Semiotics, Taxonomy, Dice Perfect Information Podcast Episode 45 - Semiotics, Taxonomy, Dice Mon, 03 Jul 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Before you outgrabe any uffishness, or worse get gimbled in any of the general frabjousity... make sure to listen to this week's topic all about genre in board games. We will talk about the terms we use, their meaning (ambiguous as it is) and the words that our hobby may or may not still lack to figure out just what kind of game we're playing. Or want to.

T.C. Petty III. (40:13) uses his magic words to make the complexity of playtesting seem easy. Like juggling three live octopi while riding a unicycle. Through a hail storm. Listening to Skrillex.

Unexpected changes await us in the guild (54:56) and some of us have an easier time dealing with them than others. But we manage to still talk about what causes aggression in you or your games. 

This week's review takes into Hungary's past (at least figuratively... ludically?) with Days of Ire: Budapest 1956. An Essen release that almost flew under our radar, until it landed on our table with enough noise... to make us want to make noise on this podcast about it. Find out why from 1:19:37 onwards.

And finally, let us give you some gentle reminders about our podcast before you finally go to bed. You're all listening to this in bed, I assume? (01:53:18)

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]]> Before you outgrabe any uffishness, or worse get gimbled in any of the general frabjousity... make sure to listen to this week's topic all about genre in board games. We will talk about the terms we use, their meaning (ambiguous as it is) and the words that our hobby may or may not still lack to figure out just what kind of game we're playing. Or want to.

T.C. Petty III. (40:13) uses his magic words to make the complexity of playtesting seem easy. Like juggling three live octopi while riding a unicycle. Through a hail storm. Listening to Skrillex.

Unexpected changes await us in the guild (54:56) and some of us have an easier time dealing with them than others. But we manage to still talk about what causes aggression in you or your games. 

This week's review takes into Hungary's past (at least figuratively... ludically?) with Days of Ire: Budapest 1956. An Essen release that almost flew under our radar, until it landed on our table with enough noise... to make us want to make noise on this podcast about it. Find out why from 1:19:37 onwards.

And finally, let us give you some gentle reminders about our podcast before you finally go to bed. You're all listening to this in bed, I assume? (01:53:18)

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]]> 01:55:27 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comBefore you outgrabe any uffishness, or worse get gimbled in any of the general frabjousity... make sure to listen to this week's topic all about genre in board games. We will talk about the terms we use, their meaning (ambiguous as it is) and the words that our hobby may or may not still lack to figure out just what kind of game we're playing. Or want to. T.C. Petty III. (40:13) uses his magic words to make the complexity of playtesting seem easy. Like juggling three live octopi while riding a unicycle. Through a hail storm. Listening to Skrillex. Unexpected changes await us in the guild (54:56) and some of us have an easier time dealing with them than others. But we manage to still talk about what causes aggression in you or your games.  This week's review takes into Hungary's past (at least figuratively... ludically?) with Days of Ire: Budapest 1956. An Essen release that almost flew under our radar, until it landed on our table with enough noise... to make us want to make noise on this podcast about it. Find out why from 1:19:37 onwards. And finally, let us give you some gentle reminders about our podcast before you finally go to bed. You're all listening to this in bed, I assume? (01:53:18) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect University 105 - Frustration Perfect University 105 - Frustration Mon, 26 Jun 2017 09:59:58 +0000 Summer is coming. It might not always look that way but the encroaching heat wave is near. What better time to spent thinking about board games!

Today's lecture will be about the ever-present F-Word that board games invariably bring out at the table.

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]]> Summer is coming. It might not always look that way but the encroaching heat wave is near. What better time to spent thinking about board games!Today's lecture will be about the ever-present F-Word that board games invariably bring out at the table.

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]]> 08:58 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comSummer is coming. It might not always look that way but the encroaching heat wave is near. What better time to spent thinking about board games! Today's lecture will be about the ever-present F-Word that board games invariably bring out at the table. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 44 - A House Divided Perfect Information Podcast Episode 44 - A House Divided Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Some things in life are bad, they can really make you mad... other things just make you swear and curse. 

Yes, today we are talking about aggression. That thing that people routinely and often loudly reject exhibiting, and which in turn many people claim will not stand. Like an Ikea shelf made of pudding. 

We return to lazy, crazy, hazy days of the Guild (36:34) and struggle with your verbose answers as to whether gateway games exist, and whether they're a good thing. 

The always insightful Boardgame Professor (aka Nick Mariner) returns to speak about ethics some more. And this time he will also slag off Friedrich Nietzsche while praising Secret Hitler. (51:58)

And finally, we tackle the newest Paolo Mori release: Ethnos by CMON. Should you be as excited about it as its look suggests?

 

]]> Some things in life are bad, they can really make you mad... other things just make you swear and curse. 

Yes, today we are talking about aggression. That thing that people routinely and often loudly reject exhibiting, and which in turn many people claim will not stand. Like an Ikea shelf made of pudding. 

We return to lazy, crazy, hazy days of the Guild (36:34) and struggle with your verbose answers as to whether gateway games exist, and whether they're a good thing. 

The always insightful Boardgame Professor (aka Nick Mariner) returns to speak about ethics some more. And this time he will also slag off Friedrich Nietzsche while praising Secret Hitler. (51:58)

And finally, we tackle the newest Paolo Mori release: Ethnos by CMON. Should you be as excited about it as its look suggests?

 

]]> 01:46:09 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comSome things in life are bad, they can really make you mad... other things just make you swear and curse.  Yes, today we are talking about aggression. That thing that people routinely and often loudly reject exhibiting, and which in turn many people claim will not stand. Like an Ikea shelf made of pudding.  We return to lazy, crazy, hazy days of the Guild (36:34) and struggle with your verbose answers as to whether gateway games exist, and whether they're a good thing.  The always insightful Boardgame Professor (aka Nick Mariner) returns to speak about ethics some more. And this time he will also slag off Friedrich Nietzsche while praising Secret Hitler. (51:58) And finally, we tackle the newest Paolo Mori release: Ethnos by CMON. Should you be as excited about it as its look suggests?   Interview with Chrysalis Youth Empowerment Network - Uganda Interview with Chrysalis Youth Empowerment Network - Uganda Mon, 12 Jun 2017 09:59:16 +0000 Before you dive into this week's interview with Ben and more guys from the Chrysalis Youth Empowerment Network - Uganda, give this uplifting video a go. It will not only introduce you to the people you'll hear talk, but will also show you a budding board gaming scene getting started in Uganda. 

Because that is who Ben is talking to this week. 

If you want to know more and learn more about the game collection mentioned at the end: you can go to our Facebook page or the forums of our guild.

]]> Before you dive into this week's interview with Ben and more guys from the Chrysalis Youth Empowerment Network - Uganda, give this uplifting video a go. It will not only introduce you to the people you'll hear talk, but will also show you a budding board gaming scene getting started in Uganda. 

Because that is who Ben is talking to this week. 

If you want to know more and learn more about the game collection mentioned at the end: you can go to our Facebook page or the forums of our guild.

]]> 37:23 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comBefore you dive into this week's interview with Ben and more guys from the Chrysalis Youth Empowerment Network - Uganda, give this uplifting video a go. It will not only introduce you to the people you'll hear talk, but will also show you a budding board gaming scene getting started in Uganda.  Because that is who Ben is talking to this week.  If you want to know more and learn more about the game collection mentioned at the end: you can go to our Facebook page or the forums of our guild. Perfect Information Podcast Episode 43 - The Slippery Slope Perfect Information Podcast Episode 43 - The Slippery Slope Mon, 05 Jun 2017 12:08:08 +0000 Steps. 

Not only a relic of a bygone era when being pretty and moving your hips to the beat was enough to get you a publisher-sponsored vacation in Ibiza... it is also something we take. Often. But we all started somewhere. And it is those elusive first steps that are the topic of this installment of the Perfect Information podcast. 

What is it about those games that we look back at as our first steps into the hobby? Are they truly a gateway into being infinitely cooler than the rest of Goosebumps reading club.

We return to the guild to talk about what you think qualifies a game as being "played out". Everything else is perfectly normal. There is nothing unusual happening. May you rest in a deep and dreamless slumber.

And finally, Ben and I sit down to argue the pros and cons of 13 Days. And you will happy to know that not one of us slips into a bad Bostonian accent in an attempt to beat Kevin Costner at his own game.

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]]> Steps. 

Not only a relic of a bygone era when being pretty and moving your hips to the beat was enough to get you a publisher-sponsored vacation in Ibiza... it is also something we take. Often. But we all started somewhere. And it is those elusive first steps that are the topic of this installment of the Perfect Information podcast. 

What is it about those games that we look back at as our first steps into the hobby? Are they truly a gateway into being infinitely cooler than the rest of Goosebumps reading club.

We return to the guild to talk about what you think qualifies a game as being "played out". Everything else is perfectly normal. There is nothing unusual happening. May you rest in a deep and dreamless slumber.

And finally, Ben and I sit down to argue the pros and cons of 13 Days. And you will happy to know that not one of us slips into a bad Bostonian accent in an attempt to beat Kevin Costner at his own game.

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]]> 01:37:10 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comSteps.  Not only a relic of a bygone era when being pretty and moving your hips to the beat was enough to get you a publisher-sponsored vacation in Ibiza... it is also something we take. Often. But we all started somewhere. And it is those elusive first steps that are the topic of this installment of the Perfect Information podcast.  What is it about those games that we look back at as our first steps into the hobby? Are they truly a gateway into being infinitely cooler than the rest of Goosebumps reading club. We return to the guild to talk about what you think qualifies a game as being "played out". Everything else is perfectly normal. There is nothing unusual happening. May you rest in a deep and dreamless slumber. And finally, Ben and I sit down to argue the pros and cons of 13 Days. And you will happy to know that not one of us slips into a bad Bostonian accent in an attempt to beat Kevin Costner at his own game. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Spiel des Jahres Nominations Declarations Spiel des Jahres Nominations Declarations Mon, 29 May 2017 10:00:00 +0000 The world is a confusing and terrifying place. But have no fear, for your gracious hosts of the Perfect Information podcast are here to take you by the hand and guide you through the maze that is the Spiel des Jahres nominations of 2017.

Kingdomino

Magic Maze

Wettlauf nach Eldorado

and for the Kennerspiel

Exit - The Game

Raiders of the North Sea

Terraforming Mars

Hear what two of the most us-like podcasters of the world think and say about this year's creme de la creme.

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]]> The world is a confusing and terrifying place. But have no fear, for your gracious hosts of the Perfect Information podcast are here to take you by the hand and guide you through the maze that is the Spiel des Jahres nominations of 2017.

Kingdomino

Magic Maze

Wettlauf nach Eldorado

and for the Kennerspiel

Exit - The Game

Raiders of the North Sea

Terraforming Mars

Hear what two of the most us-like podcasters of the world think and say about this year's creme de la creme.

Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 16:10 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThe world is a confusing and terrifying place. But have no fear, for your gracious hosts of the Perfect Information podcast are here to take you by the hand and guide you through the maze that is the Spiel des Jahres nominations of 2017. Kingdomino Magic Maze Wettlauf nach Eldorado and for the Kennerspiel Exit - The Game Raiders of the North Sea Terraforming Mars Hear what two of the most us-like podcasters of the world think and say about this year's creme de la creme. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 42 - What's in the baaahx?! Perfect Information Podcast Episode 42 - What's in the baaahx?! Mon, 22 May 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Mortality. It is not - as it turns out - an old-fashioned word for taking far too long to finish a thought or sentence for that matter. It is in fact the realisation that lifetimes are finite. Maybe even those of board games. What does that mean exactly? We probably won't answer it in this podcast.. but we do talk about games and how long they stay with you. Or at least in your collection.

38:01 - The reliable visit to the guild has to be postponed for a quick sojourn at Ben's place. Wherein we list all your replies to our guild question: Can gaming bring us together?. Maybe not all replies, though, because we take a rather sudden and wide-ranging detour towards... eh... just listen.. it's definitely something.

1:04:32 - The Boardgame Professor has been let loose once more and delights us all with his invaluable insight into The Manhattan Project. Naturally, he also has a few things to say about what the game says about the things that it inadvertedly says something about: FX.

1:21:02 - We didn't lock ourselves in our studio, you locked yourself in your studio! But while we're here, we review Exit - The Game. (And if you're wondering which game I've so expertly mangled the name of... it was: Escape The Room: Mystery at the Stargazer Manor.)

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]]> Mortality. It is not - as it turns out - an old-fashioned word for taking far too long to finish a thought or sentence for that matter. It is in fact the realisation that lifetimes are finite. Maybe even those of board games. What does that mean exactly? We probably won't answer it in this podcast.. but we do talk about games and how long they stay with you. Or at least in your collection.

38:01 - The reliable visit to the guild has to be postponed for a quick sojourn at Ben's place. Wherein we list all your replies to our guild question: Can gaming bring us together?. Maybe not all replies, though, because we take a rather sudden and wide-ranging detour towards... eh... just listen.. it's definitely something.

1:04:32 - The Boardgame Professor has been let loose once more and delights us all with his invaluable insight into The Manhattan Project. Naturally, he also has a few things to say about what the game says about the things that it inadvertedly says something about: FX.

1:21:02 - We didn't lock ourselves in our studio, you locked yourself in your studio! But while we're here, we review Exit - The Game. (And if you're wondering which game I've so expertly mangled the name of... it was: Escape The Room: Mystery at the Stargazer Manor.)

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]]> 01:54:58 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comMortality. It is not - as it turns out - an old-fashioned word for taking far too long to finish a thought or sentence for that matter. It is in fact the realisation that lifetimes are finite. Maybe even those of board games. What does that mean exactly? We probably won't answer it in this podcast.. but we do talk about games and how long they stay with you. Or at least in your collection. 38:01 - The reliable visit to the guild has to be postponed for a quick sojourn at Ben's place. Wherein we list all your replies to our guild question: Can gaming bring us together?. Maybe not all replies, though, because we take a rather sudden and wide-ranging detour towards... eh... just listen.. it's definitely something. 1:04:32 - The Boardgame Professor has been let loose once more and delights us all with his invaluable insight into The Manhattan Project. Naturally, he also has a few things to say about what the game says about the things that it inadvertedly says something about: FX. 1:21:02 - We didn't lock ourselves in our studio, you locked yourself in your studio! But while we're here, we review Exit - The Game. (And if you're wondering which game I've so expertly mangled the name of... it was: Escape The Room: Mystery at the Stargazer Manor.) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Interview with Alessandro Pra Interview with Alessandro Pra Mon, 15 May 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Eclectic Italian house of fun Horrible Games were gracious enough to let Alessandro Pra talk to Ben about their upcoming Kickstarter: Alone.

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]]> Eclectic Italian house of fun Horrible Games were gracious enough to let Alessandro Pra talk to Ben about their upcoming Kickstarter: Alone.

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]]> 31:04 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comEclectic Italian house of fun Horrible Games were gracious enough to let Alessandro Pra talk to Ben about their upcoming Kickstarter: Alone. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 41 - Bridging the Gaps Perfect Information Podcast Episode 41 - Bridging the Gaps Mon, 08 May 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Math. It's a difficult subject. For most of us. But there is one thing that seems to come naturally to us these days: division. 

Ben argues that even among board gamers there are divisive issues, that pitch us against each other. What are they? Do they have us in their thrall? Or can we reach out and overcome them?

TC Petty III (48:01) jumps in to remind us, not only is he still around, but he also has some choice words to say about reaching out to new gamers by being an ambassador for games.

The guild sees us temporarily relocated into the wing of local hospital (1:00:20) where the results of Ben's elective surgery bring about... "interesting".... ideas.

And finally (1:27:20) we tackle a long-overdue big box game from our Essen 2016 heap (remember that one?): Unicornus Knights.

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]]> Math. It's a difficult subject. For most of us. But there is one thing that seems to come naturally to us these days: division. 

Ben argues that even among board gamers there are divisive issues, that pitch us against each other. What are they? Do they have us in their thrall? Or can we reach out and overcome them?

TC Petty III (48:01) jumps in to remind us, not only is he still around, but he also has some choice words to say about reaching out to new gamers by being an ambassador for games.

The guild sees us temporarily relocated into the wing of local hospital (1:00:20) where the results of Ben's elective surgery bring about... "interesting".... ideas.

And finally (1:27:20) we tackle a long-overdue big box game from our Essen 2016 heap (remember that one?): Unicornus Knights.

Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

 

 

]]> 02:01:58 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comMath. It's a difficult subject. For most of us. But there is one thing that seems to come naturally to us these days: division.  Ben argues that even among board gamers there are divisive issues, that pitch us against each other. What are they? Do they have us in their thrall? Or can we reach out and overcome them? TC Petty III (48:01) jumps in to remind us, not only is he still around, but he also has some choice words to say about reaching out to new gamers by being an ambassador for games. The guild sees us temporarily relocated into the wing of local hospital (1:00:20) where the results of Ben's elective surgery bring about... "interesting".... ideas. And finally (1:27:20) we tackle a long-overdue big box game from our Essen 2016 heap (remember that one?): Unicornus Knights. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes     Perfect University 104 - Winning Perfect University 104 - Winning Mon, 01 May 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Come in and join us in these hallowed halls of higher learning, that we have called Perfect University. 

This week it's the topic that is on everyone's mind or at least everyone's table following International Tabletop Day: winning. 

In particular how we do or rather don't want to talk about it. Why is that? And what does it say about us?

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]]> Come in and join us in these hallowed halls of higher learning, that we have called Perfect University. 

This week it's the topic that is on everyone's mind or at least everyone's table following International Tabletop Day: winning. 

In particular how we do or rather don't want to talk about it. Why is that? And what does it say about us?

Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

 

]]> 07:53 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comCome in and join us in these hallowed halls of higher learning, that we have called Perfect University.  This week it's the topic that is on everyone's mind or at least everyone's table following International Tabletop Day: winning.  In particular how we do or rather don't want to talk about it. Why is that? And what does it say about us? Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 40 - And then? Perfect Information Podcast Episode 40 - And then? Mon, 24 Apr 2017 21:55:00 +0000 Not content to be shackled to the here and now, we boldly let our imaginations run free as to what the future of board gaming may look like. (Most likely no flying cars.)

And then? We talk about our sponsor: spielpro.com (38:48)

And then? It is a very quick stop near the guild, as Ben visits the only place that could help him with his Tory problem. No, not the firing squad... but the hospital! (39:29), where we talk about the factors that determine the size of your collection.

And then? Nick Mariner has things to say. Unscripted. It is 37,8% less insipid than what we have said about Barcelona - The Rose of Fire. (01:03:06)

And then? We don't review a game. We do something else. We talk. Or rather Ben does. With somebody else. It is really as mindblowing and revolutionary as it sounds. Hold on to your seats so as to not get sucked through a PORTAL of gaming INSIDER knowledge! (Get it? Get it? Get it? No... well, then just listen... at 01:14:43)

And then? It is time for the outro. Wherein we speak about how you can reach out to us. (01:40:46)

And then?

And then?

And then?

Nothing.... it's just a podcast. Sheesh.

 

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]]> Not content to be shackled to the here and now, we boldly let our imaginations run free as to what the future of board gaming may look like. (Most likely no flying cars.)

And then? We talk about our sponsor: spielpro.com (38:48)

And then? It is a very quick stop near the guild, as Ben visits the only place that could help him with his Tory problem. No, not the firing squad... but the hospital! (39:29), where we talk about the factors that determine the size of your collection.

And then? Nick Mariner has things to say. Unscripted. It is 37,8% less insipid than what we have said about Barcelona - The Rose of Fire. (01:03:06)

And then? We don't review a game. We do something else. We talk. Or rather Ben does. With somebody else. It is really as mindblowing and revolutionary as it sounds. Hold on to your seats so as to not get sucked through a PORTAL of gaming INSIDER knowledge! (Get it? Get it? Get it? No... well, then just listen... at 01:14:43)

And then? It is time for the outro. Wherein we speak about how you can reach out to us. (01:40:46)

And then?

And then?

And then?

Nothing.... it's just a podcast. Sheesh.

 

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]]> 01:43:17 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comNot content to be shackled to the here and now, we boldly let our imaginations run free as to what the future of board gaming may look like. (Most likely no flying cars.) And then? We talk about our sponsor: spielpro.com (38:48) And then? It is a very quick stop near the guild, as Ben visits the only place that could help him with his Tory problem. No, not the firing squad... but the hospital! (39:29), where we talk about the factors that determine the size of your collection. And then? Nick Mariner has things to say. Unscripted. It is 37,8% less insipid than what we have said about Barcelona - The Rose of Fire. (01:03:06) And then? We don't review a game. We do something else. We talk. Or rather Ben does. With somebody else. It is really as mindblowing and revolutionary as it sounds. Hold on to your seats so as to not get sucked through a PORTAL of gaming INSIDER knowledge! (Get it? Get it? Get it? No... well, then just listen... at 01:14:43) And then? It is time for the outro. Wherein we speak about how you can reach out to us. (01:40:46) And then? And then? And then? Nothing.... it's just a podcast. Sheesh.   Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Interview with Frank West Interview with Frank West Mon, 17 Apr 2017 10:00:00 +0000 Did you know that there is website where gamers like you can pledge money to a board game before it gets made, so it can collect the funds necessary to kickstart its production? I believe it's called "Pledge-Monies-For-Gamies".com

One of those games there is called The City of Kings and Ben took it upon himself to hunt down poor, beleaguered designer Frank West to bombard him with questions about his soon-to-come-into-existence game.

Get the inside info on this cooperative fantasy adventure right here.

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]]> Did you know that there is website where gamers like you can pledge money to a board game before it gets made, so it can collect the funds necessary to kickstart its production? I believe it's called "Pledge-Monies-For-Gamies".com

One of those games there is called The City of Kings and Ben took it upon himself to hunt down poor, beleaguered designer Frank West to bombard him with questions about his soon-to-come-into-existence game.

Get the inside info on this cooperative fantasy adventure right here.

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]]> 20:37 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comDid you know that there is website where gamers like you can pledge money to a board game before it gets made, so it can collect the funds necessary to kickstart its production? I believe it's called "Pledge-Monies-For-Gamies".com One of those games there is called The City of Kings and Ben took it upon himself to hunt down poor, beleaguered designer Frank West to bombard him with questions about his soon-to-come-into-existence game. Get the inside info on this cooperative fantasy adventure right here. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 39 - What Matters? Perfect Information Podcast Episode 39 - What Matters? Mon, 10 Apr 2017 10:00:00 +0000 In this week's episode we are going to talk about things that actually matter to gamers. Firstly size! How big is your gaming collection? How big should it be? What is the right way to determine sizes? 

T.C. Petty III returns to talk about that other thing that matters in board games: fairness. How does it matter? Why? And what should we do about it? (38:21)

At 52:52 we talk about some more things that matter, namely our sponsor: spielpro.com

We then turn our gaze towards the urgent matters of the guild, some unfotunate infections and of course your urgent responses to the question of what keeps people out of the hobby? (53:40)

Our sponsor vengeful-games.dk reminds us not only that games can be bought, but we also give recommendations on what to spend your hard-earned Euros or Kronen on. (01:13:20)

And finally we wonder, what is the matter with Roll Player (01:15:20)? Is it good? Is it bad? Do you really want to know? Do we even know where we stand? What are all these questions doing here? Am I getting paid by word count?

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]]> In this week's episode we are going to talk about things that actually matter to gamers. Firstly size! How big is your gaming collection? How big should it be? What is the right way to determine sizes? 

T.C. Petty III returns to talk about that other thing that matters in board games: fairness. How does it matter? Why? And what should we do about it? (38:21)

At 52:52 we talk about some more things that matter, namely our sponsor: spielpro.com

We then turn our gaze towards the urgent matters of the guild, some unfotunate infections and of course your urgent responses to the question of what keeps people out of the hobby? (53:40)

Our sponsor vengeful-games.dk reminds us not only that games can be bought, but we also give recommendations on what to spend your hard-earned Euros or Kronen on. (01:13:20)

And finally we wonder, what is the matter with Roll Player (01:15:20)? Is it good? Is it bad? Do you really want to know? Do we even know where we stand? What are all these questions doing here? Am I getting paid by word count?

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]]> 01:49:20 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn this week's episode we are going to talk about things that actually matter to gamers. Firstly size! How big is your gaming collection? How big should it be? What is the right way to determine sizes?  T.C. Petty III returns to talk about that other thing that matters in board games: fairness. How does it matter? Why? And what should we do about it? (38:21) At 52:52 we talk about some more things that matter, namely our sponsor: spielpro.com We then turn our gaze towards the urgent matters of the guild, some unfotunate infections and of course your urgent responses to the question of what keeps people out of the hobby? (53:40) Our sponsor vengeful-games.dk reminds us not only that games can be bought, but we also give recommendations on what to spend your hard-earned Euros or Kronen on. (01:13:20) And finally we wonder, what is the matter with Roll Player (01:15:20)? Is it good? Is it bad? Do you really want to know? Do we even know where we stand? What are all these questions doing here? Am I getting paid by word count? Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   The Appurtenance Archive - Episode 2 The Appurtenance Archive - Episode 2 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 10:00:00 +0000 The long-awaited sequel to the medium-bending, limits-shattering and sense-defying entry that was our first Appurtenance Archive is finally upon us. Or rather upon you, PIPL.

We have once more gathered all our mental faculties to bring you the most hard-hitting piece of review journalism ever to grace the podcast format. Today we review a calendar!

But not just any calendar, but the German sensation sure to sweep the nation (so long as that nation is Germany)... Frosted Games' Brettspielkalender.

Is it truly as rectangular as the legends say?

Are the dates actually sorted by ascending number?

And which games have been selected to grace the pages of each month?

Listen, and ye shall be enlightened

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]]> The long-awaited sequel to the medium-bending, limits-shattering and sense-defying entry that was our first Appurtenance Archive is finally upon us. Or rather upon you, PIPL.

We have once more gathered all our mental faculties to bring you the most hard-hitting piece of review journalism ever to grace the podcast format. Today we review a calendar!

But not just any calendar, but the German sensation sure to sweep the nation (so long as that nation is Germany)... Frosted Games' Brettspielkalender.

Is it truly as rectangular as the legends say?

Are the dates actually sorted by ascending number?

And which games have been selected to grace the pages of each month?

Listen, and ye shall be enlightened

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]]> 13:44 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThe long-awaited sequel to the medium-bending, limits-shattering and sense-defying entry that was our first Appurtenance Archive is finally upon us. Or rather upon you, PIPL. We have once more gathered all our mental faculties to bring you the most hard-hitting piece of review journalism ever to grace the podcast format. Today we review a calendar! But not just any calendar, but the German sensation sure to sweep the nation (so long as that nation is Germany)... Frosted Games' Brettspielkalender. Is it truly as rectangular as the legends say? Are the dates actually sorted by ascending number? And which games have been selected to grace the pages of each month? Listen, and ye shall be enlightened Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 38 - Of the Surface of Things Perfect Information Podcast Episode 38 - Of the Surface of Things Mon, 27 Mar 2017 10:00:00 +0000 There are two unassailable truths about existence: first: there is an unbridgable gap between knowing the self and knowing others; and second: I definitely left my keys right here and now they're gone.

While we can never fully grasp the implications of the latter, the first is reasonably easy to deal with. In our case we are going to look at board games (this being a board game podcast it seemed somewhat appropriate) and talk about the discrepancy between perception and reality. In other words, what do non-gamers see in this hobby as opposed to us.

A few words for our sponsor: Spielpro.com (39:33)

Our stay at the guild is short, yet fruitful as we talk about unsalvagable rules and mechanics according to the most discerning listenership in all of boardgaming, and the one that is far too clever to be taken in by cheap flattery. (41:20)

A few words from our new sponsor: Vengeful Games (01:06:21)

The board game professor (commonly known as Nick Mariner) has come to bury Mombasa, not to praise it. Or at the very least talk about the good and the bad of it. (01:08:40)

This episode's review (01:22:18) looks at a game that sets out to tackle questions of ethics, morality and metaphysics... by way of killing a bunch of things for fun and profit. We talk about one of the many recently released Eric Lang games: The Others.

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]]> There are two unassailable truths about existence: first: there is an unbridgable gap between knowing the self and knowing others; and second: I definitely left my keys right here and now they're gone.

While we can never fully grasp the implications of the latter, the first is reasonably easy to deal with. In our case we are going to look at board games (this being a board game podcast it seemed somewhat appropriate) and talk about the discrepancy between perception and reality. In other words, what do non-gamers see in this hobby as opposed to us.

A few words for our sponsor: Spielpro.com (39:33)

Our stay at the guild is short, yet fruitful as we talk about unsalvagable rules and mechanics according to the most discerning listenership in all of boardgaming, and the one that is far too clever to be taken in by cheap flattery. (41:20)

A few words from our new sponsor: Vengeful Games (01:06:21)

The board game professor (commonly known as Nick Mariner) has come to bury Mombasa, not to praise it. Or at the very least talk about the good and the bad of it. (01:08:40)

This episode's review (01:22:18) looks at a game that sets out to tackle questions of ethics, morality and metaphysics... by way of killing a bunch of things for fun and profit. We talk about one of the many recently released Eric Lang games: The Others.

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]]> 01:59:07 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThere are two unassailable truths about existence: first: there is an unbridgable gap between knowing the self and knowing others; and second: I definitely left my keys right here and now they're gone. While we can never fully grasp the implications of the latter, the first is reasonably easy to deal with. In our case we are going to look at board games (this being a board game podcast it seemed somewhat appropriate) and talk about the discrepancy between perception and reality. In other words, what do non-gamers see in this hobby as opposed to us. A few words for our sponsor: Spielpro.com (39:33) Our stay at the guild is short, yet fruitful as we talk about unsalvagable rules and mechanics according to the most discerning listenership in all of boardgaming, and the one that is far too clever to be taken in by cheap flattery. (41:20) A few words from our new sponsor: Vengeful Games (01:06:21) The board game professor (commonly known as Nick Mariner) has come to bury Mombasa, not to praise it. Or at the very least talk about the good and the bad of it. (01:08:40) This episode's review (01:22:18) looks at a game that sets out to tackle questions of ethics, morality and metaphysics... by way of killing a bunch of things for fun and profit. We talk about one of the many recently released Eric Lang games: The Others. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Interview with Marko Miladinovich Interview with Marko Miladinovich Mon, 20 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0000 We always hear of and about Asmodee doing one thing or another. Merging, investing, publishing... and setting new sales policies. 

Ben set out to talk to the owner of a gaming store to hear their side of things. Especially as far as sales policies and their effect on brick & mortar stores is concerned. 

This is an interview with Marko Miladinovich, owner of Markorama Games.

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]]> We always hear of and about Asmodee doing one thing or another. Merging, investing, publishing... and setting new sales policies. 

Ben set out to talk to the owner of a gaming store to hear their side of things. Especially as far as sales policies and their effect on brick & mortar stores is concerned. 

This is an interview with Marko Miladinovich, owner of Markorama Games.

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]]> 24:21 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWe always hear of and about Asmodee doing one thing or another. Merging, investing, publishing... and setting new sales policies.  Ben set out to talk to the owner of a gaming store to hear their side of things. Especially as far as sales policies and their effect on brick & mortar stores is concerned.  This is an interview with Marko Miladinovich, owner of Markorama Games. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Interview with Asger Granerud Interview with Asger Granerud Mon, 13 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Something's rotten in the state of Denmark... allegedly... we can't find any evidence for it really, except for some dusty old folios in Ye Olde English Library... but what Ben did find during his northern adventures were 30 minutes with Danish designer Asger Granerud. 

Learn everything and more from the mind behind Flamme Rouge, Frogriders and 13 Days.

Also... learn about his sordid past with GW.

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]]> Something's rotten in the state of Denmark... allegedly... we can't find any evidence for it really, except for some dusty old folios in Ye Olde English Library... but what Ben did find during his northern adventures were 30 minutes with Danish designer Asger Granerud. 

Learn everything and more from the mind behind Flamme Rouge, Frogriders and 13 Days.

Also... learn about his sordid past with GW.

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]]> 34:23 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comSomething's rotten in the state of Denmark... allegedly... we can't find any evidence for it really, except for some dusty old folios in Ye Olde English Library... but what Ben did find during his northern adventures were 30 minutes with Danish designer Asger Granerud.  Learn everything and more from the mind behind Flamme Rouge, Frogriders and 13 Days. Also... learn about his sordid past with GW. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 37 - Diamonds in the Rough Perfect Information Podcast Episode 37 - Diamonds in the Rough Mon, 06 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Over the course of gaming history some ideas have been banished into the wilderness, to be forgotten... or at the very least ridiculed and dismissed as superstitions of an older, less civilized time.

But not everything old is bad. (Although, admittedly it might as well be.) There are some things worth rescuing. And if not that, we can at least recognise that certain practices served a purpose then and may still serve a purpose now. What am I babbling about?... well this week's topic of course: the ostracized rules mechanisms of yesteryear.

A few words for our sponsor: spielpro.com (35:17)

In our guild we look at your guidance as to whether evangelising the hobby is a good or bad thing, and whether we even should. (36:25)

And finally we review Barcelona: The Rose of Fire (01:05:05). A beautiful game of property expansion, people coming to a city to make a future for themselves and something about the growing threat of anarchy breaking out. I'm not telling if it's at the table or in the game... and which one of those two may be preferable.

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]]> Over the course of gaming history some ideas have been banished into the wilderness, to be forgotten... or at the very least ridiculed and dismissed as superstitions of an older, less civilized time.

But not everything old is bad. (Although, admittedly it might as well be.) There are some things worth rescuing. And if not that, we can at least recognise that certain practices served a purpose then and may still serve a purpose now. What am I babbling about?... well this week's topic of course: the ostracized rules mechanisms of yesteryear.

A few words for our sponsor: spielpro.com (35:17)

In our guild we look at your guidance as to whether evangelising the hobby is a good or bad thing, and whether we even should. (36:25)

And finally we review Barcelona: The Rose of Fire (01:05:05). A beautiful game of property expansion, people coming to a city to make a future for themselves and something about the growing threat of anarchy breaking out. I'm not telling if it's at the table or in the game... and which one of those two may be preferable.

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]]> 01:42:37 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comOver the course of gaming history some ideas have been banished into the wilderness, to be forgotten... or at the very least ridiculed and dismissed as superstitions of an older, less civilized time. But not everything old is bad. (Although, admittedly it might as well be.) There are some things worth rescuing. And if not that, we can at least recognise that certain practices served a purpose then and may still serve a purpose now. What am I babbling about?... well this week's topic of course: the ostracized rules mechanisms of yesteryear. A few words for our sponsor: spielpro.com (35:17) In our guild we look at your guidance as to whether evangelising the hobby is a good or bad thing, and whether we even should. (36:25) And finally we review Barcelona: The Rose of Fire (01:05:05). A beautiful game of property expansion, people coming to a city to make a future for themselves and something about the growing threat of anarchy breaking out. I'm not telling if it's at the table or in the game... and which one of those two may be preferable. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect University 103 - Meaningful Decisions Perfect University 103 - Meaningful Decisions Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:05:54 +0000  

Games are full of decisions. Some are trivial like picking a colour to play. Some are less so. But why? And how? 

Decrying a game for its lack of meaningful decisions is easy, but how do we recognise when a decision is actually meaningful? What is the metric?

As it turns out, there are four metrics... and they lie at the heart of this lecture at Perfect University.

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]]>  

Games are full of decisions. Some are trivial like picking a colour to play. Some are less so. But why? And how? 

Decrying a game for its lack of meaningful decisions is easy, but how do we recognise when a decision is actually meaningful? What is the metric?

As it turns out, there are four metrics... and they lie at the heart of this lecture at Perfect University.

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]]> 11:10 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.com  Games are full of decisions. Some are trivial like picking a colour to play. Some are less so. But why? And how?  Decrying a game for its lack of meaningful decisions is easy, but how do we recognise when a decision is actually meaningful? What is the metric? As it turns out, there are four metrics... and they lie at the heart of this lecture at Perfect University. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 36 - The Phantom Menace Perfect Information Podcast Episode 36 - The Phantom Menace Mon, 20 Feb 2017 11:00:00 +0000 We've spared no expense to get some of our biggest and most famous fans onto this podcast simply to remind you to nominate us for the Golden Geek Awards. 

After that bit of shameful self-promotion, we dive into our topic... ominously (or confusingly) named: The Board Game Encyclical. All about the unique cultural traits and dynamics of this hobby, and maybe what to do about them?

The great TC Petty III. once more spews wisdom, hard-earned experience and at least one naughty word in Deep Design (38:56) all about The Hook. Which contrary to common belief is not the porn name of anybody on the show... any longer... but that magic quality of a game that makes it click. Shouldn't it then be called the Switch? (Although that IS the porn name, one of us currently uses... so... moving on.)

Some words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com (52:01)

A quick stop at the guild (54:23) allows us to talk about your cures for gaming burnout. Also the long-awaited update on the potent aphrodisiac that is baked potato & beans. 

A few more words for our sponsor Spielpro.com (1:13:30)

Comrade Nick introduces you all to Marxism by way of talking about the socio-political commentary buried within Euphoria: Build A Better Dystopia. All this is of course done in the name of higher learning as he is The Boardgame Professor. (1:15:35)

And finally we review a successfully concluded Kickstarter: Perdition's Mouth - Abyssal Rift. A grim, dark and bloody dungeoncrawler that is fully cooperative and comes with more darkness than Charlie Murphy. (1:29:35)

]]> We've spared no expense to get some of our biggest and most famous fans onto this podcast simply to remind you to nominate us for the Golden Geek Awards. 

After that bit of shameful self-promotion, we dive into our topic... ominously (or confusingly) named: The Board Game Encyclical. All about the unique cultural traits and dynamics of this hobby, and maybe what to do about them?

The great TC Petty III. once more spews wisdom, hard-earned experience and at least one naughty word in Deep Design (38:56) all about The Hook. Which contrary to common belief is not the porn name of anybody on the show... any longer... but that magic quality of a game that makes it click. Shouldn't it then be called the Switch? (Although that IS the porn name, one of us currently uses... so... moving on.)

Some words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com (52:01)

A quick stop at the guild (54:23) allows us to talk about your cures for gaming burnout. Also the long-awaited update on the potent aphrodisiac that is baked potato & beans. 

A few more words for our sponsor Spielpro.com (1:13:30)

Comrade Nick introduces you all to Marxism by way of talking about the socio-political commentary buried within Euphoria: Build A Better Dystopia. All this is of course done in the name of higher learning as he is The Boardgame Professor. (1:15:35)

And finally we review a successfully concluded Kickstarter: Perdition's Mouth - Abyssal Rift. A grim, dark and bloody dungeoncrawler that is fully cooperative and comes with more darkness than Charlie Murphy. (1:29:35)

]]> 02:02:17 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWe've spared no expense to get some of our biggest and most famous fans onto this podcast simply to remind you to nominate us for the Golden Geek Awards.  After that bit of shameful self-promotion, we dive into our topic... ominously (or confusingly) named: The Board Game Encyclical. All about the unique cultural traits and dynamics of this hobby, and maybe what to do about them? The great TC Petty III. once more spews wisdom, hard-earned experience and at least one naughty word in Deep Design (38:56) all about The Hook. Which contrary to common belief is not the porn name of anybody on the show... any longer... but that magic quality of a game that makes it click. Shouldn't it then be called the Switch? (Although that IS the porn name, one of us currently uses... so... moving on.) Some words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com (52:01) A quick stop at the guild (54:23) allows us to talk about your cures for gaming burnout. Also the long-awaited update on the potent aphrodisiac that is baked potato & beans.  A few more words for our sponsor Spielpro.com (1:13:30) Comrade Nick introduces you all to Marxism by way of talking about the socio-political commentary buried within Euphoria: Build A Better Dystopia. All this is of course done in the name of higher learning as he is The Boardgame Professor. (1:15:35) And finally we review a successfully concluded Kickstarter: Perdition's Mouth - Abyssal Rift. A grim, dark and bloody dungeoncrawler that is fully cooperative and comes with more darkness than Charlie Murphy. (1:29:35) Ben Thinks - About Theme Ben Thinks - About Theme Mon, 13 Feb 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Always the deep and ponderous thinker, Ben welcomes you on his mind's journey as to the question why we want theme, and what we get out of wildly fantastical game settings.

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]]> Always the deep and ponderous thinker, Ben welcomes you on his mind's journey as to the question why we want theme, and what we get out of wildly fantastical game settings.

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]]> 05:11 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAlways the deep and ponderous thinker, Ben welcomes you on his mind's journey as to the question why we want theme, and what we get out of wildly fantastical game settings. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 35 - When the Going Gets Tough Perfect Information Podcast Episode 35 - When the Going Gets Tough Mon, 06 Feb 2017 11:00:00 +0000 February has to start on a somewhat dour note as we tackle the big question of how to keep going, when you feel burned out. 

A few words for our sponsor: Spielpro.com (36:50)

This week's stay at the guild is shaped by the vibrant and exciting discussions happening on our forums. Particularly your replies to our question of conflict in gaming. (38:10)

A few more words for our sponsor: Yolo-Games.com (1:01:00)

And finally, we review When I Dream by Chris Darsaklis. A small, gimmicky-seeming party game that is much more satisfying than it seems at first. Not least of all because you get to wear a naughty blindfold. Though, possibly not for the reasons you might assume (01:03:51)

In unrelated news, we can neither confirm nor deny that the absence of our regular contributors Nick Mariner and TC Petty III. in this episode has to do with their involvement in a top secret counter-counter-counter espionage mission to get two infamous political leaders, code-named "Man Boobies" and "Puppet", to play Munchkin until they utterly despise each other. 

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]]> February has to start on a somewhat dour note as we tackle the big question of how to keep going, when you feel burned out. 

A few words for our sponsor: Spielpro.com (36:50)

This week's stay at the guild is shaped by the vibrant and exciting discussions happening on our forums. Particularly your replies to our question of conflict in gaming. (38:10)

A few more words for our sponsor: Yolo-Games.com (1:01:00)

And finally, we review When I Dream by Chris Darsaklis. A small, gimmicky-seeming party game that is much more satisfying than it seems at first. Not least of all because you get to wear a naughty blindfold. Though, possibly not for the reasons you might assume (01:03:51)

In unrelated news, we can neither confirm nor deny that the absence of our regular contributors Nick Mariner and TC Petty III. in this episode has to do with their involvement in a top secret counter-counter-counter espionage mission to get two infamous political leaders, code-named "Man Boobies" and "Puppet", to play Munchkin until they utterly despise each other. 

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]]> 01:39:50 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comFebruary has to start on a somewhat dour note as we tackle the big question of how to keep going, when you feel burned out.  A few words for our sponsor: Spielpro.com (36:50) This week's stay at the guild is shaped by the vibrant and exciting discussions happening on our forums. Particularly your replies to our question of conflict in gaming. (38:10) A few more words for our sponsor: Yolo-Games.com (1:01:00) And finally, we review When I Dream by Chris Darsaklis. A small, gimmicky-seeming party game that is much more satisfying than it seems at first. Not least of all because you get to wear a naughty blindfold. Though, possibly not for the reasons you might assume (01:03:51) In unrelated news, we can neither confirm nor deny that the absence of our regular contributors Nick Mariner and TC Petty III. in this episode has to do with their involvement in a top secret counter-counter-counter espionage mission to get two infamous political leaders, code-named "Man Boobies" and "Puppet", to play Munchkin until they utterly despise each other.  Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes     Perfect University 102 - Negotiation in Board Games Perfect University 102 - Negotiation in Board Games Mon, 30 Jan 2017 11:00:00 +0000 Negotiation is a skill. In some cases it is even an art. Negotiation in board games on the other hand is something of an unanswered question mark. Today's lecture will touch upon how board games incorporate negotiation and how to recognise it. 

(There is also mention of the best negotiation game currently on the market. And it's probably not the one you're thinking of right now.)

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]]> Negotiation is a skill. In some cases it is even an art. Negotiation in board games on the other hand is something of an unanswered question mark. Today's lecture will touch upon how board games incorporate negotiation and how to recognise it. 

(There is also mention of the best negotiation game currently on the market. And it's probably not the one you're thinking of right now.)

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]]> 11:48 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comNegotiation is a skill. In some cases it is even an art. Negotiation in board games on the other hand is something of an unanswered question mark. Today's lecture will touch upon how board games incorporate negotiation and how to recognise it.  (There is also mention of the best negotiation game currently on the market. And it's probably not the one you're thinking of right now.) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 34 - When Two Worlds Collide Perfect Information Podcast Episode 34 - When Two Worlds Collide Mon, 23 Jan 2017 11:00:00 +0000 We are leaping headfirst into the unknown... like that Assassin's Creed guy Fassbender... and boldly throw out episode 34 of this fancy podcast. This time Ben & I talk about conflict in board games. Inevitable and ubiquitous as it may seem, there is still something about being at cross purposes that is cause for friction and unease. So why not bring it out into the open?

Then T.C. Petty III voices his unique take on dominance in Deep Design, touching on the Prisoner's Dilemma and how to deal with dominant strategies (35:35).

A short commercial break for our sponsor yolo-games.com (47:47).

We then return to the guild (48:44) and it has been quite busy in our absence. Ben asked if professionalism in board games is a good or bad thing, and the replies have been as enlightening as ever. 

Another short commercial break for our sponsor Spielpro.com (1:09:07).

The ever eloquent Nick Mariner speaks as The Boardgame Professor and delights, excites and educumirificates for your and all our betterment (1:10:42). And more importantly draws his blinding analytical gaze to Penny Press.

And finally we review Kreo (or Kreus) by Cooi Mini or Not & Sweet Games. A cooperative card game that may run the risk of being overlooked in the oncoming deluge of heavy hitters. Does it deserve a closer look? We know and we aren't telling! 

 ....

Alright... maybe we are telling.

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]]> We are leaping headfirst into the unknown... like that Assassin's Creed guy Fassbender... and boldly throw out episode 34 of this fancy podcast. This time Ben & I talk about conflict in board games. Inevitable and ubiquitous as it may seem, there is still something about being at cross purposes that is cause for friction and unease. So why not bring it out into the open?

Then T.C. Petty III voices his unique take on dominance in Deep Design, touching on the Prisoner's Dilemma and how to deal with dominant strategies (35:35).

A short commercial break for our sponsor yolo-games.com (47:47).

We then return to the guild (48:44) and it has been quite busy in our absence. Ben asked if professionalism in board games is a good or bad thing, and the replies have been as enlightening as ever. 

Another short commercial break for our sponsor Spielpro.com (1:09:07).

The ever eloquent Nick Mariner speaks as The Boardgame Professor and delights, excites and educumirificates for your and all our betterment (1:10:42). And more importantly draws his blinding analytical gaze to Penny Press.

And finally we review Kreo (or Kreus) by Cooi Mini or Not & Sweet Games. A cooperative card game that may run the risk of being overlooked in the oncoming deluge of heavy hitters. Does it deserve a closer look? We know and we aren't telling! 

 ....

Alright... maybe we are telling.

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]]> 01:57:03 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWe are leaping headfirst into the unknown... like that Assassin's Creed guy Fassbender... and boldly throw out episode 34 of this fancy podcast. This time Ben & I talk about conflict in board games. Inevitable and ubiquitous as it may seem, there is still something about being at cross purposes that is cause for friction and unease. So why not bring it out into the open? Then T.C. Petty III voices his unique take on dominance in Deep Design, touching on the Prisoner's Dilemma and how to deal with dominant strategies (35:35). A short commercial break for our sponsor yolo-games.com (47:47). We then return to the guild (48:44) and it has been quite busy in our absence. Ben asked if professionalism in board games is a good or bad thing, and the replies have been as enlightening as ever.  Another short commercial break for our sponsor Spielpro.com (1:09:07). The ever eloquent Nick Mariner speaks as The Boardgame Professor and delights, excites and educumirificates for your and all our betterment (1:10:42). And more importantly draws his blinding analytical gaze to Penny Press. And finally we review Kreo (or Kreus) by Cooi Mini or Not & Sweet Games. A cooperative card game that may run the risk of being overlooked in the oncoming deluge of heavy hitters. Does it deserve a closer look? We know and we aren't telling!   .... Alright... maybe we are telling. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Ben Exposits - The Purpose Ben Exposits - The Purpose Mon, 16 Jan 2017 11:00:00 +0000 In this week's slice, Ben makes with the speaky-speaky using the wordsy-smordsy and asks himself: what is the point of gaming? 

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]]> In this week's slice, Ben makes with the speaky-speaky using the wordsy-smordsy and asks himself: what is the point of gaming? 

Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 09:24 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn this week's slice, Ben makes with the speaky-speaky using the wordsy-smordsy and asks himself: what is the point of gaming?  Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 33 - Heart at Work Perfect Information Podcast Episode 33 - Heart at Work Mon, 09 Jan 2017 11:01:00 +0000 The new year brings minute differences... so let's not dwell on what has been but instead on what awaits you, dear listener, in this fancy new episode.

We open up on a spirited (if most likely alarmingly ignorant) discussion on the amateurist nature of the board gaming industry. Does it exist? Is it good? Is it bad? What is a sentence construction?

We remind you of our sponsor spiel-pro.com and all the great things they offer.

Our sojourn at the guild is tragically cut short. 

Then we offer a few words for our sponsor yolo-games.com.

Nick Mariner, he of laconic intonation, unveils his new segment "The Boardgame Professor" in which he fixes his edumucationalary gaze on "Lewis & Clark".

Our review game is the drinking extravaganza Raise Your Goblets.

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]]> The new year brings minute differences... so let's not dwell on what has been but instead on what awaits you, dear listener, in this fancy new episode.

We open up on a spirited (if most likely alarmingly ignorant) discussion on the amateurist nature of the board gaming industry. Does it exist? Is it good? Is it bad? What is a sentence construction?

We remind you of our sponsor spiel-pro.com and all the great things they offer.

Our sojourn at the guild is tragically cut short. 

Then we offer a few words for our sponsor yolo-games.com.

Nick Mariner, he of laconic intonation, unveils his new segment "The Boardgame Professor" in which he fixes his edumucationalary gaze on "Lewis & Clark".

Our review game is the drinking extravaganza Raise Your Goblets.

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]]> 01:27:48 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThe new year brings minute differences... so let's not dwell on what has been but instead on what awaits you, dear listener, in this fancy new episode. We open up on a spirited (if most likely alarmingly ignorant) discussion on the amateurist nature of the board gaming industry. Does it exist? Is it good? Is it bad? What is a sentence construction? We remind you of our sponsor spiel-pro.com and all the great things they offer. Our sojourn at the guild is tragically cut short.  Then we offer a few words for our sponsor yolo-games.com. Nick Mariner, he of laconic intonation, unveils his new segment "The Boardgame Professor" in which he fixes his edumucationalary gaze on "Lewis & Clark". Our review game is the drinking extravaganza Raise Your Goblets. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes     Thoughts on the New Year Thoughts on the New Year Mon, 02 Jan 2017 15:09:16 +0000 For ease of consumption Georgios' short message is now also available as its own entry on the feed.

Y....ay?

]]> For ease of consumption Georgios' short message is now also available as its own entry on the feed.

Y....ay?

]]> 04:52 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comFor ease of consumption Georgios' short message is now also available as its own entry on the feed. Y....ay? Thoughts on the Year(s) Thoughts on the Year(s) Sun, 01 Jan 2017 23:00:00 +0000 Before the show starts in earnest next week, here are two short and somber messages about... well... life.

Ben's message 

Georgios' message

]]> Before the show starts in earnest next week, here are two short and somber messages about... well... life.

Ben's message 

Georgios' message

]]> 06:59 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comBefore the show starts in earnest next week, here are two short and somber messages about... well... life. Ben's message  Georgios' message Perfect Information Podcast Episode 32 - The very best games of 2016 Perfect Information Podcast Episode 32 - The very best games of 2016 Mon, 26 Dec 2016 11:00:00 +0000 Gather 'round, PIPL!

It is the very last release of 2016 and we still have a few things to tick off of our "to do"-list. (Sadly, Ryan Gosling still won't return our calls, so no change on that front.)

Instead we look giddily at the very best games that 2016 had to offer, and then pick the very best of those. Just because lists are a great talking piece at our New Year's eve party, and arguing about our choices just tells you everything you need to know about us as people. 

We also drop by the guild and talk about what YOU look forward to in 2017.

And we reveal the winners, and grand winner of our What's Your Game competition. The video of which can be found on our facebook page, and the highlights can be listened to in here.

Finally, if you want to look up our specific best-of-the-year picks, here is a handy list of links:

Ben: Honourable mention, #3, #2, #1
Georgios: Honourable mention, No. 3, No. 2, No. 1
Nick: Honorable mention, 3rd place, 2nd place, 1st place
T.C.: Numero 3, Numero 2, Numero 1

And with that we say goodbye dumpster fire and hello 2017! 

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]]> Gather 'round, PIPL!

It is the very last release of 2016 and we still have a few things to tick off of our "to do"-list. (Sadly, Ryan Gosling still won't return our calls, so no change on that front.)

Instead we look giddily at the very best games that 2016 had to offer, and then pick the very best of those. Just because lists are a great talking piece at our New Year's eve party, and arguing about our choices just tells you everything you need to know about us as people. 

We also drop by the guild and talk about what YOU look forward to in 2017.

And we reveal the winners, and grand winner of our What's Your Game competition. The video of which can be found on our facebook page, and the highlights can be listened to in here.

Finally, if you want to look up our specific best-of-the-year picks, here is a handy list of links:

Ben: Honourable mention, #3, #2, #1 Georgios: Honourable mention, No. 3, No. 2, No. 1Nick: Honorable mention, 3rd place, 2nd place, 1st placeT.C.: Numero 3, Numero 2, Numero 1

And with that we say goodbye dumpster fire and hello 2017! 

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]]> 01:47:03 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comGather 'round, PIPL! It is the very last release of 2016 and we still have a few things to tick off of our "to do"-list. (Sadly, Ryan Gosling still won't return our calls, so no change on that front.) Instead we look giddily at the very best games that 2016 had to offer, and then pick the very best of those. Just because lists are a great talking piece at our New Year's eve party, and arguing about our choices just tells you everything you need to know about us as people.  We also drop by the guild and talk about what YOU look forward to in 2017. And we reveal the winners, and grand winner of our What's Your Game competition. The video of which can be found on our facebook page, and the highlights can be listened to in here. Finally, if you want to look up our specific best-of-the-year picks, here is a handy list of links: Ben: Honourable mention, #3, #2, #1 Georgios: Honourable mention, No. 3, No. 2, No. 1 Nick: Honorable mention, 3rd place, 2nd place, 1st place T.C.: Numero 3, Numero 2, Numero 1 And with that we say goodbye dumpster fire and hello 2017!  Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes It Came Upon a Midnight Clear It Came Upon a Midnight Clear Sat, 24 Dec 2016 17:00:00 +0000 A little Christmas poem to make the festivities just a little bit gamier.

]]> A little Christmas poem to make the festivities just a little bit gamier.

]]> 04:34 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comA little Christmas poem to make the festivities just a little bit gamier. Perfect University 101 - Trading in Board Games Perfect University 101 - Trading in Board Games Mon, 19 Dec 2016 11:00:00 +0000 Never one to dabble in self-awareness, the end of the etiquette series makes way for a new series in which spurious insights are laid out with the conviction of a man who has not yet realised he is four drinks past his limit.

Today... trading in board games. And how it inevitably fails. 

(Hint: there's a tiny chance it might actually be about something else, though.)

]]> Never one to dabble in self-awareness, the end of the etiquette series makes way for a new series in which spurious insights are laid out with the conviction of a man who has not yet realised he is four drinks past his limit.

Today... trading in board games. And how it inevitably fails. 

(Hint: there's a tiny chance it might actually be about something else, though.)

]]> 09:15 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comNever one to dabble in self-awareness, the end of the etiquette series makes way for a new series in which spurious insights are laid out with the conviction of a man who has not yet realised he is four drinks past his limit. Today... trading in board games. And how it inevitably fails.  (Hint: there's a tiny chance it might actually be about something else, though.) Perfect Information Podcast Episode 31 - So this is Christmas... Perfect Information Podcast Episode 31 - So this is Christmas... Mon, 12 Dec 2016 11:22:59 +0000 Gather round everybody, the festive season is in full swing and we here at Perfect Information are happy to talk about the ostensibly happiest time of the year.

03:00 - In an attempt to bring together board games and Christmas in as awkward a way as possible, we wonder: how can we make board games embody Christmas values and ideals. Like getting drunk on eggnog and arguing with your racist uncle about everything that went wrong with Cuba.

36:10 - T.C. Petty III swings his stick of knowledge and delivers a stunning lecture on the history of dice in Deep Design.

48:19 - A few words for our sponsor Spielpro.com

50:24 - The long-awaited return to the guild sees us reminisce about your formative gaming memories.

01:09:55 - A few more words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com

01:11:39 - The rightfully lauded and revered Dr. Nick Mariner lays out his wishlist for Christmas. 

01:22:12 - This week's review sees Ben & I tackle the things we're most capable of handling: Crisis.

01:48:40 - Finally, we unveil the Perfect Information Christmas Buying Guide. A not-to-be-missed help to maneuver the notoriously overwhelming and excessive holiday season like a board gamer should.

]]> Gather round everybody, the festive season is in full swing and we here at Perfect Information are happy to talk about the ostensibly happiest time of the year.

03:00 - In an attempt to bring together board games and Christmas in as awkward a way as possible, we wonder: how can we make board games embody Christmas values and ideals. Like getting drunk on eggnog and arguing with your racist uncle about everything that went wrong with Cuba.

36:10 - T.C. Petty III swings his stick of knowledge and delivers a stunning lecture on the history of dice in Deep Design.

48:19 - A few words for our sponsor Spielpro.com

50:24 - The long-awaited return to the guild sees us reminisce about your formative gaming memories.

01:09:55 - A few more words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com

01:11:39 - The rightfully lauded and revered Dr. Nick Mariner lays out his wishlist for Christmas. 

01:22:12 - This week's review sees Ben & I tackle the things we're most capable of handling: Crisis.

01:48:40 - Finally, we unveil the Perfect Information Christmas Buying Guide. A not-to-be-missed help to maneuver the notoriously overwhelming and excessive holiday season like a board gamer should.

]]> 01:52:00 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comGather round everybody, the festive season is in full swing and we here at Perfect Information are happy to talk about the ostensibly happiest time of the year. 03:00 - In an attempt to bring together board games and Christmas in as awkward a way as possible, we wonder: how can we make board games embody Christmas values and ideals. Like getting drunk on eggnog and arguing with your racist uncle about everything that went wrong with Cuba. 36:10 - T.C. Petty III swings his stick of knowledge and delivers a stunning lecture on the history of dice in Deep Design. 48:19 - A few words for our sponsor Spielpro.com 50:24 - The long-awaited return to the guild sees us reminisce about your formative gaming memories. 01:09:55 - A few more words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com 01:11:39 - The rightfully lauded and revered Dr. Nick Mariner lays out his wishlist for Christmas.  01:22:12 - This week's review sees Ben & I tackle the things we're most capable of handling: Crisis. 01:48:40 - Finally, we unveil the Perfect Information Christmas Buying Guide. A not-to-be-missed help to maneuver the notoriously overwhelming and excessive holiday season like a board gamer should. Great Designers Series (IV) - Cedrick Chaboussit Great Designers Series (IV) - Cedrick Chaboussit Mon, 05 Dec 2016 11:00:00 +0000 Once more we return to Ben's cabin in the woods. This time he is joined by a man who's more intricately linked with the American West in board games than John Wayne. 

Making a big splash - or rather a tightly wound engine that propelled him forward - with Lewis & Clark, he has a few things to say in the inimitable way that only a French accent can. The development history of Lewis & Clark gets unpacked over a steaming glass of virtual Glühwein and you are more than welcome to join. 

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]]> Once more we return to Ben's cabin in the woods. This time he is joined by a man who's more intricately linked with the American West in board games than John Wayne. 

Making a big splash - or rather a tightly wound engine that propelled him forward - with Lewis & Clark, he has a few things to say in the inimitable way that only a French accent can. The development history of Lewis & Clark gets unpacked over a steaming glass of virtual Glühwein and you are more than welcome to join. 

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]]> 26:11 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comOnce more we return to Ben's cabin in the woods. This time he is joined by a man who's more intricately linked with the American West in board games than John Wayne.  Making a big splash - or rather a tightly wound engine that propelled him forward - with Lewis & Clark, he has a few things to say in the inimitable way that only a French accent can. The development history of Lewis & Clark gets unpacked over a steaming glass of virtual Glühwein and you are more than welcome to join.  Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 30 - Old Men in Trees Perfect Information Podcast Episode 30 - Old Men in Trees Mon, 28 Nov 2016 11:00:00 +0000 In a sudden and unexpected twist of fate we find ourselves in episode 30 of the Perfect Information podcast. But not to worry, after a few meandering words of welcome we dive headfirst into this show's topic: moments that made us fall in love with this hobby (05:10). The answers may surprise you. (But they probably won't.)

TC goes with his gut.. or his head... or maybe he hints at going with his gut because he thought it through first... I am not entirely sure what is happening.. anyway: intuition and counter-intuitive design seems to be a corner stone of this week's Deep Design (38:24), which once again scores highly on the Lakoff-Varoufakis scale for insightfulness.

Our competition is still going strong and is in fact going stronger as we speak. Make sure you get in on this and win some tremendously epic prizes. Courtesy of What's Your Game?'s warehouse. (51:19)

And to calm our nerves after that bit of monkey business, we return to the guild to have words. With thee. (54:30)

A few words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com (01:17:15)

Fresh off the high of BGG-Con, Nick Mariner talks all about the games he passionately endorses after playing them. He's fancy that way. (01:23:15).

Our review this week is about that small little dice game that could: Mondrian The Dice Game. Some of the most colourful fun you can have with dice. (01:35:42)

And then it is time to say farewell in the verbose and disoriented manner in which we usually leave all the listeners who make it to the end. (02:02:20)

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]]> In a sudden and unexpected twist of fate we find ourselves in episode 30 of the Perfect Information podcast. But not to worry, after a few meandering words of welcome we dive headfirst into this show's topic: moments that made us fall in love with this hobby (05:10). The answers may surprise you. (But they probably won't.)

TC goes with his gut.. or his head... or maybe he hints at going with his gut because he thought it through first... I am not entirely sure what is happening.. anyway: intuition and counter-intuitive design seems to be a corner stone of this week's Deep Design (38:24), which once again scores highly on the Lakoff-Varoufakis scale for insightfulness.

Our competition is still going strong and is in fact going stronger as we speak. Make sure you get in on this and win some tremendously epic prizes. Courtesy of What's Your Game?'s warehouse. (51:19)

And to calm our nerves after that bit of monkey business, we return to the guild to have words. With thee. (54:30)

A few words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com (01:17:15)

Fresh off the high of BGG-Con, Nick Mariner talks all about the games he passionately endorses after playing them. He's fancy that way. (01:23:15).

Our review this week is about that small little dice game that could: Mondrian The Dice Game. Some of the most colourful fun you can have with dice. (01:35:42)

And then it is time to say farewell in the verbose and disoriented manner in which we usually leave all the listeners who make it to the end. (02:02:20)

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]]> 02:08:51 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn a sudden and unexpected twist of fate we find ourselves in episode 30 of the Perfect Information podcast. But not to worry, after a few meandering words of welcome we dive headfirst into this show's topic: moments that made us fall in love with this hobby (05:10). The answers may surprise you. (But they probably won't.) TC goes with his gut.. or his head... or maybe he hints at going with his gut because he thought it through first... I am not entirely sure what is happening.. anyway: intuition and counter-intuitive design seems to be a corner stone of this week's Deep Design (38:24), which once again scores highly on the Lakoff-Varoufakis scale for insightfulness. Our competition is still going strong and is in fact going stronger as we speak. Make sure you get in on this and win some tremendously epic prizes. Courtesy of What's Your Game?'s warehouse. (51:19) And to calm our nerves after that bit of monkey business, we return to the guild to have words. With thee. (54:30) A few words for our sponsor Yolo-Games.com (01:17:15) Fresh off the high of BGG-Con, Nick Mariner talks all about the games he passionately endorses after playing them. He's fancy that way. (01:23:15). Our review this week is about that small little dice game that could: Mondrian The Dice Game. Some of the most colourful fun you can have with dice. (01:35:42) And then it is time to say farewell in the verbose and disoriented manner in which we usually leave all the listeners who make it to the end. (02:02:20) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes A Small Slice of Perfection - Part 15 A Small Slice of Perfection - Part 15 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 09:21:46 +0000 And now we finally draw a curtain on this etiquette series with the final installment of me sitting in a café pontificating about something or other.

Namely: other. And in this case suggesting we should maybe not hold on to mistakes or errors of judgement too much. 

It is rule #10 - Be gracious when others make mistakes and accept your own. 

About as coherent a note to end on as 2016 would allow.

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]]> And now we finally draw a curtain on this etiquette series with the final installment of me sitting in a café pontificating about something or other.

Namely: other. And in this case suggesting we should maybe not hold on to mistakes or errors of judgement too much. 

It is rule #10 - Be gracious when others make mistakes and accept your own. 

About as coherent a note to end on as 2016 would allow.

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]]> 05:31 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAnd now we finally draw a curtain on this etiquette series with the final installment of me sitting in a café pontificating about something or other. Namely: other. And in this case suggesting we should maybe not hold on to mistakes or errors of judgement too much.  It is rule #10 - Be gracious when others make mistakes and accept your own.  About as coherent a note to end on as 2016 would allow. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 29 - Hey now, hey now... Perfect Information Podcast Episode 29 - Hey now, hey now... Mon, 14 Nov 2016 10:10:36 +0000 That sure felt like far longer than just two weeks without an episode..

Anyway, this week we talk about things inexplicably falling out of favour and try to explic them. While this seems to be happening everywhere right now, we try to limit our gaze to games. 

Our guild section comes to us from an allegedly alternate future, where things don't seem to have turned out as rosy and uplifting as our present clearly suggests. Fancy that... we talk about forgivable gaming sins. (37:15)

We also have a competition. Yes, a competition! We're giving something away for free. Por nada. رایگان. חינם .Für nüschte. A highly sought-after game from WYG is on the table. How to get it into your hands? Listen to find out! (51:54)

Nick Mariner comments on current events. (56:56)

We review Flamme Rouge. A racing game from Finnish publisher Lautapelit.fi that you really need to check out. (1:00:45) (And here is the link to the other little jewel we've talked about: Honshu.)

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]]> That sure felt like far longer than just two weeks without an episode..

Anyway, this week we talk about things inexplicably falling out of favour and try to explic them. While this seems to be happening everywhere right now, we try to limit our gaze to games. 

Our guild section comes to us from an allegedly alternate future, where things don't seem to have turned out as rosy and uplifting as our present clearly suggests. Fancy that... we talk about forgivable gaming sins. (37:15)

We also have a competition. Yes, a competition! We're giving something away for free. Por nada. رایگان. חינם .Für nüschte. A highly sought-after game from WYG is on the table. How to get it into your hands? Listen to find out! (51:54)

Nick Mariner comments on current events. (56:56)

We review Flamme Rouge. A racing game from Finnish publisher Lautapelit.fi that you really need to check out. (1:00:45) (And here is the link to the other little jewel we've talked about: Honshu.)

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]]> 01:28:08 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThat sure felt like far longer than just two weeks without an episode.. Anyway, this week we talk about things inexplicably falling out of favour and try to explic them. While this seems to be happening everywhere right now, we try to limit our gaze to games.  Our guild section comes to us from an allegedly alternate future, where things don't seem to have turned out as rosy and uplifting as our present clearly suggests. Fancy that... we talk about forgivable gaming sins. (37:15) We also have a competition. Yes, a competition! We're giving something away for free. Por nada. رایگان. חינם .Für nüschte. A highly sought-after game from WYG is on the table. How to get it into your hands? Listen to find out! (51:54) Nick Mariner comments on current events. (56:56) We review Flamme Rouge. A racing game from Finnish publisher Lautapelit.fi that you really need to check out. (1:00:45) (And here is the link to the other little jewel we've talked about: Honshu.) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Kickstarter Preview - Spires Kickstarter Preview - Spires Fri, 11 Nov 2016 20:38:00 +0000
Without the faintest hint of bias we preview the new game from illustrious game designer and fiend of the show: T.C. Petty III. We uncover the beauty and rail against the foulness that lies within this trick-taking delight. Strap yourself in for some hot card game chat.
 
 
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]]> The Kickstarter can be found here.   Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes]]> 15:45 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWithout the faintest hint of bias we preview the new game from illustrious game designer and fiend of the show: T.C. Petty III. We uncover the beauty and rail against the foulness that lies within this trick-taking delight. Strap yourself in for some hot card game chat.   The Kickstarter can be found here.   Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes A Small Slice of Essen Still A Small Slice of Essen Still Mon, 07 Nov 2016 10:00:33 +0000 Spiel is slowly receding from memory, we know. Which is why we bring one last hurrah.. of interviews with some of the illustrious heads (and other body parts) of this very hobby.

Ben interviews 2 Tomatoes, a Spanish game studio with a knack for games with a political undercurrent. But more importantly... TWO TALKING TOMATOES!!! (Also, technically... Lord of the PIGS and Peak Oil)

We also have a nice chat with Polish publisher Board & Dice and their love of beer(-themed games). A topic that is of particular interest to Ben, who usually does not partake of the alcoholic beverage as I understand it.

That interest quickly leads to one of the finest moments of boardgame journalism during the interview with Pini Shekhter. Long-time Perfect Information listener by day, household name of the Israeli gaming scene by night! (As in, I presume that he lives in some kind of household.) A game designer in his own right, he is happy to talk about games. With US! Which is really fortunate, since this is a board game podcast. And we did record this interview in Essen during Spiel. 

And finally - though possibly not chronologically - we present an interview with the minds behind one of the most METAL!!1! dungeon crawl experiences on KS in recent memory: Perdition's Mouth. Learn more about the game that is sure to make your mailman curse you and your family until the end of time.

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]]> Spiel is slowly receding from memory, we know. Which is why we bring one last hurrah.. of interviews with some of the illustrious heads (and other body parts) of this very hobby.

Ben interviews 2 Tomatoes, a Spanish game studio with a knack for games with a political undercurrent. But more importantly... TWO TALKING TOMATOES!!! (Also, technically... Lord of the PIGS and Peak Oil)

We also have a nice chat with Polish publisher Board & Dice and their love of beer(-themed games). A topic that is of particular interest to Ben, who usually does not partake of the alcoholic beverage as I understand it.

That interest quickly leads to one of the finest moments of boardgame journalism during the interview with Pini Shekhter. Long-time Perfect Information listener by day, household name of the Israeli gaming scene by night! (As in, I presume that he lives in some kind of household.) A game designer in his own right, he is happy to talk about games. With US! Which is really fortunate, since this is a board game podcast. And we did record this interview in Essen during Spiel. 

And finally - though possibly not chronologically - we present an interview with the minds behind one of the most METAL!!1! dungeon crawl experiences on KS in recent memory: Perdition's Mouth. Learn more about the game that is sure to make your mailman curse you and your family until the end of time.

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 ]]> 41:12 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comSpiel is slowly receding from memory, we know. Which is why we bring one last hurrah.. of interviews with some of the illustrious heads (and other body parts) of this very hobby. Ben interviews 2 Tomatoes, a Spanish game studio with a knack for games with a political undercurrent. But more importantly... TWO TALKING TOMATOES!!! (Also, technically... Lord of the PIGS and Peak Oil) We also have a nice chat with Polish publisher Board & Dice and their love of beer(-themed games). A topic that is of particular interest to Ben, who usually does not partake of the alcoholic beverage as I understand it. That interest quickly leads to one of the finest moments of boardgame journalism during the interview with Pini Shekhter. Long-time Perfect Information listener by day, household name of the Israeli gaming scene by night! (As in, I presume that he lives in some kind of household.) A game designer in his own right, he is happy to talk about games. With US! Which is really fortunate, since this is a board game podcast. And we did record this interview in Essen during Spiel.  And finally - though possibly not chronologically - we present an interview with the minds behind one of the most METAL!!1! dungeon crawl experiences on KS in recent memory: Perdition's Mouth. Learn more about the game that is sure to make your mailman curse you and your family until the end of time. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 28 - Abandon All Hope... Perfect Information Podcast Episode 28 - Abandon All Hope... Mon, 31 Oct 2016 10:30:00 +0000 The scariest day of the year is upon us, but since our episode goes live 6 days before... let us all wallow in the traditional forms of the spooky, creepy and disturbing.

We first witness first-hand the selection process by which gamers, who have committed unpardonable sins, are sent to the various levels of hell. (01:00)

Shortly thereafter, T.C. Petty III. brings us the scariest Deep Design segment yet, in which he talks about the utter failure of board games to create fear, among other less unsettling thoughts. (31:00)

Even in hell, the guild stays open and we talk about what you think about the relevance of gaming conventions, and the necessity of visiting one as a respectable gamer. (46:41)

We also do not hesitate to tell you all about the frightening offers of our sponsor: Yolo-Games. (01:04:00)

Nick Mariner joins us then to also talk about scary games... it's like this is a theme episode or something. (01:21:48)

And finally we review a game, that could not be more appropriate for the season: Secret Hitler. (01:21:48)

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]]> The scariest day of the year is upon us, but since our episode goes live 6 days before... let us all wallow in the traditional forms of the spooky, creepy and disturbing.

We first witness first-hand the selection process by which gamers, who have committed unpardonable sins, are sent to the various levels of hell. (01:00)

Shortly thereafter, T.C. Petty III. brings us the scariest Deep Design segment yet, in which he talks about the utter failure of board games to create fear, among other less unsettling thoughts. (31:00)

Even in hell, the guild stays open and we talk about what you think about the relevance of gaming conventions, and the necessity of visiting one as a respectable gamer. (46:41)

We also do not hesitate to tell you all about the frightening offers of our sponsor: Yolo-Games. (01:04:00)

Nick Mariner joins us then to also talk about scary games... it's like this is a theme episode or something. (01:21:48)

And finally we review a game, that could not be more appropriate for the season: Secret Hitler. (01:21:48)

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]]> 02:02:10 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThe scariest day of the year is upon us, but since our episode goes live 6 days before... let us all wallow in the traditional forms of the spooky, creepy and disturbing. We first witness first-hand the selection process by which gamers, who have committed unpardonable sins, are sent to the various levels of hell. (01:00) Shortly thereafter, T.C. Petty III. brings us the scariest Deep Design segment yet, in which he talks about the utter failure of board games to create fear, among other less unsettling thoughts. (31:00) Even in hell, the guild stays open and we talk about what you think about the relevance of gaming conventions, and the necessity of visiting one as a respectable gamer. (46:41) We also do not hesitate to tell you all about the frightening offers of our sponsor: Yolo-Games. (01:04:00) Nick Mariner joins us then to also talk about scary games... it's like this is a theme episode or something. (01:21:48) And finally we review a game, that could not be more appropriate for the season: Secret Hitler. (01:21:48) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes A Small Slice of Essen A Small Slice of Essen Mon, 24 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0000 The seismic shock that was Spiel 2016 can still be felt throughout the channels of board game media. New games everywhere. Rushed reviews hitting the intratubes faster than Star Wars sequels are getting announced. 

We've chosen this opportunity to release the second wave of interviews we recorded in Essen. 

In this slice you will find interviews with Horrible Games (01:42), Nuno Bizarro Sentieiro (10:14), Japon Brand (20:28) and the legendary Mike Fitzgerald (34:51).

And if that isn't enough to give you a taste of what being at Spiel is like, may I suggest the written word?

 

]]> The seismic shock that was Spiel 2016 can still be felt throughout the channels of board game media. New games everywhere. Rushed reviews hitting the intratubes faster than Star Wars sequels are getting announced. 

We've chosen this opportunity to release the second wave of interviews we recorded in Essen. 

In this slice you will find interviews with Horrible Games (01:42), Nuno Bizarro Sentieiro (10:14), Japon Brand (20:28) and the legendary Mike Fitzgerald (34:51).

And if that isn't enough to give you a taste of what being at Spiel is like, may I suggest the written word?

 

]]> 49:36 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThe seismic shock that was Spiel 2016 can still be felt throughout the channels of board game media. New games everywhere. Rushed reviews hitting the intratubes faster than Star Wars sequels are getting announced.  We've chosen this opportunity to release the second wave of interviews we recorded in Essen.  In this slice you will find interviews with Horrible Games (01:42), Nuno Bizarro Sentieiro (10:14), Japon Brand (20:28) and the legendary Mike Fitzgerald (34:51). And if that isn't enough to give you a taste of what being at Spiel is like, may I suggest the written word?   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 27 - The Lords of Spiel Perfect Information Podcast Episode 27 - The Lords of Spiel Mon, 17 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0000

In this brand-new episode our intrepid heroes Ben & Georgios make their way to a magical, far away place called Essen to join the legendary convent known only as Spiel.

There they seek the council of the bearded illusionist Gil Hova, speak to the passionate Fabien of Matagot (19:08), meet the wise man Francesco Nepitello (36:50) before resting at a nearby guild (54:37).

But before dallying for too long they return to speak to the wily trickster god known as Vlaada Chvatil (1:00:57). They also meet with young dreamwalker Chris Darsaklis (1:09:09) and run into the notorious greenseer Friedeman Friese (1:15:08). As the convent nears its end, they first meet with grand old master Bruno Cathala (1:23:11), before sitting down with the keeper of the Stronghold: Stephen Buonocore (1:30:31).

Stay tuned for part two....

]]> In this brand-new episode our intrepid heroes Ben & Georgios make their way to a magical, far away place called Essen to join the legendary convent known only as Spiel.

There they seek the council of the bearded illusionist Gil Hova, speak to the passionate Fabien of Matagot (19:08), meet the wise man Francesco Nepitello (36:50) before resting at a nearby guild (54:37).

But before dallying for too long they return to speak to the wily trickster god known as Vlaada Chvatil (1:00:57). They also meet with young dreamwalker Chris Darsaklis (1:09:09) and run into the notorious greenseer Friedeman Friese (1:15:08). As the convent nears its end, they first meet with grand old master Bruno Cathala (1:23:11), before sitting down with the keeper of the Stronghold: Stephen Buonocore (1:30:31).

Stay tuned for part two....

]]> 01:41:06 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn this brand-new episode our intrepid heroes Ben & Georgios make their way to a magical, far away place called Essen to join the legendary convent known only as Spiel. There they seek the council of the bearded illusionist Gil Hova, speak to the passionate Fabien of Matagot (19:08), meet the wise man Francesco Nepitello (36:50) before resting at a nearby guild (54:37). But before dallying for too long they return to speak to the wily trickster god known as Vlaada Chvatil (1:00:57). They also meet with young dreamwalker Chris Darsaklis (1:09:09) and run into the notorious greenseer Friedeman Friese (1:15:08). As the convent nears its end, they first meet with grand old master Bruno Cathala (1:23:11), before sitting down with the keeper of the Stronghold: Stephen Buonocore (1:30:31). Stay tuned for part two.... Perfect Information Podcast Episode 26 - Bouncers of Gaming Perfect Information Podcast Episode 26 - Bouncers of Gaming Mon, 03 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0000 It has become something of a commonplace occurence to read about the upsurge in gamers, especially boardgamers. This in turn seems to suggest that the hobby is becoming more and more welcoming to newcomers. But there are still some hurdles that people have to overcome to really dive into the hobby. Some of those hurdles get addressed in this week's topic. 

We stop by the guild to talk about your thoughts on socially relevant issues and to what extent they do or do not have a place in boardgames (00:34:34).

Nick drops by to downplay his own gaming fatigue and blame it all on the wide range of games that vie for our attention, and critical appraisal. Is it all a bit much? (01:02:35)

And finally, we strap on our backpacks, swords and 10-foot-poles to valiantly explore the depths and crevices of Vast: The Crystal Caverns. A game so asymmetrical, you could mistake it for a presidential election. (01:14:37)

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]]> It has become something of a commonplace occurence to read about the upsurge in gamers, especially boardgamers. This in turn seems to suggest that the hobby is becoming more and more welcoming to newcomers. But there are still some hurdles that people have to overcome to really dive into the hobby. Some of those hurdles get addressed in this week's topic. 

We stop by the guild to talk about your thoughts on socially relevant issues and to what extent they do or do not have a place in boardgames (00:34:34).

Nick drops by to downplay his own gaming fatigue and blame it all on the wide range of games that vie for our attention, and critical appraisal. Is it all a bit much? (01:02:35)

And finally, we strap on our backpacks, swords and 10-foot-poles to valiantly explore the depths and crevices of Vast: The Crystal Caverns. A game so asymmetrical, you could mistake it for a presidential election. (01:14:37)

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]]> 01:47:06 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIt has become something of a commonplace occurence to read about the upsurge in gamers, especially boardgamers. This in turn seems to suggest that the hobby is becoming more and more welcoming to newcomers. But there are still some hurdles that people have to overcome to really dive into the hobby. Some of those hurdles get addressed in this week's topic.  We stop by the guild to talk about your thoughts on socially relevant issues and to what extent they do or do not have a place in boardgames (00:34:34). Nick drops by to downplay his own gaming fatigue and blame it all on the wide range of games that vie for our attention, and critical appraisal. Is it all a bit much? (01:02:35) And finally, we strap on our backpacks, swords and 10-foot-poles to valiantly explore the depths and crevices of Vast: The Crystal Caverns. A game so asymmetrical, you could mistake it for a presidential election. (01:14:37) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Spotlight - Vast: The Crystal Caverns Perfect Information Spotlight - Vast: The Crystal Caverns Mon, 26 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0000 Designer David Somerville speaks to Ben about Vast: The Crystal Caverns and delves into the game's history, its unique features and its (and his own) future.

 

]]> Designer David Somerville speaks to Ben about Vast: The Crystal Caverns and delves into the game's history, its unique features and its (and his own) future.

 

]]> 20:29 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comDesigner David Somerville speaks to Ben about Vast: The Crystal Caverns and delves into the game's history, its unique features and its (and his own) future.   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 25 - Poly Ticking Perfect Information Podcast Episode 25 - Poly Ticking Mon, 19 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0000 Wine, cheese, people... what do those things have in common? That's right, they need to mature before we can fully appreciate them. After a year of toiling heedlessly and often inappropriately, we have turned a corner and matured, like a fine slice of Brie.

That does not only mean we have a sponsor that we are happy to shill for in this episode, we also put on our big boy pants and talk about things that we deem to matter. Namely: politics. In boardgames. Or maybe of boardgames. Either way.. let's talk about the good stuff!

T.C. has once again graced us with his presence and invites us to a new lecture in his "School for Rules Writers Who Can't Write Good and Want to Do Other Stuff Good Too" series at 00:31:15.

We stroll back into the Guild and speak about overproduction. Yours, specifically. Seriously... what is up with all those replies? It's like you want to have your opinions heard and mentioned on the show. (00:46:21)

A few words from our sponsor Yolo-Games await you at 01:08:13.

At 01:12:36 the esteemed Nick Mariner accosts your eardrums in full mono as he sets the record straight on Kickstarter - what it is, what it isn't and how we shouldn't kid ourselves about it.

Finally, this week's review is a live broadcast of The Networks (1:26:06) by Gil Hova of Formal Ferret Games. (For certain definitions of live.)

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]]> Wine, cheese, people... what do those things have in common? That's right, they need to mature before we can fully appreciate them. After a year of toiling heedlessly and often inappropriately, we have turned a corner and matured, like a fine slice of Brie.

That does not only mean we have a sponsor that we are happy to shill for in this episode, we also put on our big boy pants and talk about things that we deem to matter. Namely: politics. In boardgames. Or maybe of boardgames. Either way.. let's talk about the good stuff!

T.C. has once again graced us with his presence and invites us to a new lecture in his "School for Rules Writers Who Can't Write Good and Want to Do Other Stuff Good Too" series at 00:31:15.

We stroll back into the Guild and speak about overproduction. Yours, specifically. Seriously... what is up with all those replies? It's like you want to have your opinions heard and mentioned on the show. (00:46:21)

A few words from our sponsor Yolo-Games await you at 01:08:13.

At 01:12:36 the esteemed Nick Mariner accosts your eardrums in full mono as he sets the record straight on Kickstarter - what it is, what it isn't and how we shouldn't kid ourselves about it.

Finally, this week's review is a live broadcast of The Networks (1:26:06) by Gil Hova of Formal Ferret Games. (For certain definitions of live.)

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]]> 01:55:12 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWine, cheese, people... what do those things have in common? That's right, they need to mature before we can fully appreciate them. After a year of toiling heedlessly and often inappropriately, we have turned a corner and matured, like a fine slice of Brie. That does not only mean we have a sponsor that we are happy to shill for in this episode, we also put on our big boy pants and talk about things that we deem to matter. Namely: politics. In boardgames. Or maybe of boardgames. Either way.. let's talk about the good stuff! T.C. has once again graced us with his presence and invites us to a new lecture in his "School for Rules Writers Who Can't Write Good and Want to Do Other Stuff Good Too" series at 00:31:15. We stroll back into the Guild and speak about overproduction. Yours, specifically. Seriously... what is up with all those replies? It's like you want to have your opinions heard and mentioned on the show. (00:46:21) A few words from our sponsor Yolo-Games await you at 01:08:13. At 01:12:36 the esteemed Nick Mariner accosts your eardrums in full mono as he sets the record straight on Kickstarter - what it is, what it isn't and how we shouldn't kid ourselves about it. Finally, this week's review is a live broadcast of The Networks (1:26:06) by Gil Hova of Formal Ferret Games. (For certain definitions of live.) Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Kickstarter Preview - Mars 4:45 Kickstarter Preview - Mars 4:45 Mon, 12 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0000 We return, once more, to our apparently annual custom of previewing a hot item on Kickstarter. This time our merciless gaze falls upon Mars 4:45 by the guys from TGIK.

A quick, real-time card game for up to four players, that has you build modules to establish a colony on Mars. Is it worthy your moneys? We have the answer to that question in this week's slice.

Mars 4:45 will go live on Kickstarter on September 15, and conclude its campaign on October 14. Pledges start at 20$.

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]]> We return, once more, to our apparently annual custom of previewing a hot item on Kickstarter. This time our merciless gaze falls upon Mars 4:45 by the guys from TGIK.

A quick, real-time card game for up to four players, that has you build modules to establish a colony on Mars. Is it worthy your moneys? We have the answer to that question in this week's slice.

Mars 4:45 will go live on Kickstarter on September 15, and conclude its campaign on October 14. Pledges start at 20$.

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]]> 11:51 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comWe return, once more, to our apparently annual custom of previewing a hot item on Kickstarter. This time our merciless gaze falls upon Mars 4:45 by the guys from TGIK. A quick, real-time card game for up to four players, that has you build modules to establish a colony on Mars. Is it worthy your moneys? We have the answer to that question in this week's slice. Mars 4:45 will go live on Kickstarter on September 15, and conclude its campaign on October 14. Pledges start at 20$. Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 24 - Board Games' Age of Pygmalion Perfect Information Podcast Episode 24 - Board Games' Age of Pygmalion Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0000 In this week's magnanimous episode your esteemed hosts review the newest release of Artipia Games/Stronghold Games, aptly named The Pursuit of Happiness (1:17:32).

But before we get there, Nick Mariner invites us to a brief sojourn in the realm of ludological solitude as he pontificates on solo games (1:04:15).

Which you will hear just after our quick stop at the guild (40:48), where we not only get to the latest update on the musical prodigy that is Tension & Release (and mouth harp), but we also address our listeners' (that means you, yes, you reading this right now) insightful contributions to the question of gaming masterpieces.

But do not skip ahead just yet, for you will miss a dazzling lecture on the How of Writing Rules by design luminary T.C. Petty III (28:31). Yes, he of Flowing Hair Championship fame 2004, 2007 and 2012. He also casually threw out games like Xenon Profiteer. But that hair... oh my.. that hair!

And you will get to all that, just after you've listened to the opening topic of this week's episode: the beautification of boardgames. A sign of things to come? And will they herald a new age of playful joy (yes!) or a devolution into childishness (boo!)?

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]]> In this week's magnanimous episode your esteemed hosts review the newest release of Artipia Games/Stronghold Games, aptly named The Pursuit of Happiness (1:17:32).

But before we get there, Nick Mariner invites us to a brief sojourn in the realm of ludological solitude as he pontificates on solo games (1:04:15).

Which you will hear just after our quick stop at the guild (40:48), where we not only get to the latest update on the musical prodigy that is Tension & Release (and mouth harp), but we also address our listeners' (that means you, yes, you reading this right now) insightful contributions to the question of gaming masterpieces.

But do not skip ahead just yet, for you will miss a dazzling lecture on the How of Writing Rules by design luminary T.C. Petty III (28:31). Yes, he of Flowing Hair Championship fame 2004, 2007 and 2012. He also casually threw out games like Xenon Profiteer. But that hair... oh my.. that hair!

And you will get to all that, just after you've listened to the opening topic of this week's episode: the beautification of boardgames. A sign of things to come? And will they herald a new age of playful joy (yes!) or a devolution into childishness (boo!)?

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]]> 01:45:37 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn this week's magnanimous episode your esteemed hosts review the newest release of Artipia Games/Stronghold Games, aptly named The Pursuit of Happiness (1:17:32). But before we get there, Nick Mariner invites us to a brief sojourn in the realm of ludological solitude as he pontificates on solo games (1:04:15). Which you will hear just after our quick stop at the guild (40:48), where we not only get to the latest update on the musical prodigy that is Tension & Release (and mouth harp), but we also address our listeners' (that means you, yes, you reading this right now) insightful contributions to the question of gaming masterpieces. But do not skip ahead just yet, for you will miss a dazzling lecture on the How of Writing Rules by design luminary T.C. Petty III (28:31). Yes, he of Flowing Hair Championship fame 2004, 2007 and 2012. He also casually threw out games like Xenon Profiteer. But that hair... oh my.. that hair! And you will get to all that, just after you've listened to the opening topic of this week's episode: the beautification of boardgames. A sign of things to come? And will they herald a new age of playful joy (yes!) or a devolution into childishness (boo!)? Talk to us: Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   A Small Slice of Perfection - Part 14 A Small Slice of Perfection - Part 14 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0000 It is finally here! The long delayed, penultimate installment of "How not to be a douche" a.k.a. "Boardgame etiquette" is released and this time Georgios looks at those moments, when something fishy appears to be going on. How to respond? And why? And what should you keep in mind to avoid coming across as a grade-A douche?

These trying and unforgiving questions aren't always easy to answer, but luckily there is this slice to guide your way.

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]]> It is finally here! The long delayed, penultimate installment of "How not to be a douche" a.k.a. "Boardgame etiquette" is released and this time Georgios looks at those moments, when something fishy appears to be going on. How to respond? And why? And what should you keep in mind to avoid coming across as a grade-A douche?

These trying and unforgiving questions aren't always easy to answer, but luckily there is this slice to guide your way.

Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) | BGGLike us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes

]]> 04:08 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIt is finally here! The long delayed, penultimate installment of "How not to be a douche" a.k.a. "Boardgame etiquette" is released and this time Georgios looks at those moments, when something fishy appears to be going on. How to respond? And why? And what should you keep in mind to avoid coming across as a grade-A douche? These trying and unforgiving questions aren't always easy to answer, but luckily there is this slice to guide your way. Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter (Ben) | Twitter (Georgios) | BGG Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Spotlight - Costa Rica Perfect Information Spotlight - Costa Rica Mon, 22 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0000 Thanks to the slow-grinding cogs of the European justice system, we managed to get Matthew Dunstan to return to our little show, before the restraining order would take effect and we'd have to cease any attempts at contacting him. 

The game that we are "interested" in is "Costa Rica", which "Ben" mercilessly grilled "the" designer on. (Also, can somebody tell "how" those quotation "marks" work? I'm not "sure" I really got the "hang" of it.)

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]]> Thanks to the slow-grinding cogs of the European justice system, we managed to get Matthew Dunstan to return to our little show, before the restraining order would take effect and we'd have to cease any attempts at contacting him. 

The game that we are "interested" in is "Costa Rica", which "Ben" mercilessly grilled "the" designer on. (Also, can somebody tell "how" those quotation "marks" work? I'm not "sure" I really got the "hang" of it.)

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]]> 22:54 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comThanks to the slow-grinding cogs of the European justice system, we managed to get Matthew Dunstan to return to our little show, before the restraining order would take effect and we'd have to cease any attempts at contacting him.  The game that we are "interested" in is "Costa Rica", which "Ben" mercilessly grilled "the" designer on. (Also, can somebody tell "how" those quotation "marks" work? I'm not "sure" I really got the "hang" of it.) Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter | Boardgamegeek Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Perfect Information Podcast Episode 23 - Masterpieces and whatnot Perfect Information Podcast Episode 23 - Masterpieces and whatnot Mon, 15 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0000 In this episode, Ben & Georgios talk about masterpieces of gaming. The boardgames they pick, and the reasons why. At least partly.

A quick stop at the guild lets us marvel at the interior decorating, before talking about your suggestions on how best to teach games (32:10).

Nick Mariner joins us, once more on the road, to add his voice and experience to guiding players into new games (56:26).

And finally, we review Scythe. It's a boardgame. You see.. this is a boardgame podcast.. where we talk about... ah.. forget it. Ben and I both agree that our individual opinions on the game are more accurate than the other person's. So that's something at least. 

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]]> In this episode, Ben & Georgios talk about masterpieces of gaming. The boardgames they pick, and the reasons why. At least partly.

A quick stop at the guild lets us marvel at the interior decorating, before talking about your suggestions on how best to teach games (32:10).

Nick Mariner joins us, once more on the road, to add his voice and experience to guiding players into new games (56:26).

And finally, we review Scythe. It's a boardgame. You see.. this is a boardgame podcast.. where we talk about... ah.. forget it. Ben and I both agree that our individual opinions on the game are more accurate than the other person's. So that's something at least. 

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]]> 01:48:49 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn this episode, Ben & Georgios talk about masterpieces of gaming. The boardgames they pick, and the reasons why. At least partly. A quick stop at the guild lets us marvel at the interior decorating, before talking about your suggestions on how best to teach games (32:10). Nick Mariner joins us, once more on the road, to add his voice and experience to guiding players into new games (56:26). And finally, we review Scythe. It's a boardgame. You see.. this is a boardgame podcast.. where we talk about... ah.. forget it. Ben and I both agree that our individual opinions on the game are more accurate than the other person's. So that's something at least.  Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter | Boardgamegeek Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   An Interview about Geek Dating An Interview about Geek Dating Mon, 08 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0000 As we're heavily invested in the social dimension of gaming, it naturally falls into our purview to address the game beyond the game; the rutting time, the pon'farr, the seduction of the other.

To that end, Ben has sought out the minds behind G33dating, which is leet-speak for G-thirty-three-dating*, to talk a little bit about their website, what it offers and why you might want to have a look at it or tell a friend about it.

Alternatively, you could go to the site, sign up, make friends and tell them about it... although that seems somewhat redundant.

* - obviously a Battlestar Galactica reference... duh!

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]]> As we're heavily invested in the social dimension of gaming, it naturally falls into our purview to address the game beyond the game; the rutting time, the pon'farr, the seduction of the other.

To that end, Ben has sought out the minds behind G33dating, which is leet-speak for G-thirty-three-dating*, to talk a little bit about their website, what it offers and why you might want to have a look at it or tell a friend about it.

Alternatively, you could go to the site, sign up, make friends and tell them about it... although that seems somewhat redundant.

* - obviously a Battlestar Galactica reference... duh!

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]]> 21:28 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAs we're heavily invested in the social dimension of gaming, it naturally falls into our purview to address the game beyond the game; the rutting time, the pon'farr, the seduction of the other. To that end, Ben has sought out the minds behind G33dating, which is leet-speak for G-thirty-three-dating*, to talk a little bit about their website, what it offers and why you might want to have a look at it or tell a friend about it. Alternatively, you could go to the site, sign up, make friends and tell them about it... although that seems somewhat redundant. * - obviously a Battlestar Galactica reference... duh! Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter | Boardgamegeek Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes   Perfect Information Podcast Episode 22 - Those Who Can't... Perfect Information Podcast Episode 22 - Those Who Can't... Mon, 01 Aug 2016 10:00:00 +0000 It is a brand new Monday, so it's time for a new episode.

This time Ben & Georgios talk about teaching. Specifically teaching board games. What to avoid and what to keep in mind. Apparently it's more than just the rules. Who knew?

The incomparable Nick Mariner is in it to win it. And he explains why you should be too. So far no mention of Tiger Blood or "WINNING!" has resurfaced. Let's keep it that way!

A quick stop at the guild gets us talking about your responses to feelings in board games. Or the lack thereof. 

Finally, we review The Big Book of Madness. One of the big releases at last year's Spiel in Essen, but Iello's unassuming cooperative game seems to have vanished. Is it a hidden gem or a game that deserves to be forgotten?

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]]> It is a brand new Monday, so it's time for a new episode.

This time Ben & Georgios talk about teaching. Specifically teaching board games. What to avoid and what to keep in mind. Apparently it's more than just the rules. Who knew?

The incomparable Nick Mariner is in it to win it. And he explains why you should be too. So far no mention of Tiger Blood or "WINNING!" has resurfaced. Let's keep it that way!

A quick stop at the guild gets us talking about your responses to feelings in board games. Or the lack thereof. 

Finally, we review The Big Book of Madness. One of the big releases at last year's Spiel in Essen, but Iello's unassuming cooperative game seems to have vanished. Is it a hidden gem or a game that deserves to be forgotten?

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]]> 01:27:10 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIt is a brand new Monday, so it's time for a new episode. This time Ben & Georgios talk about teaching. Specifically teaching board games. What to avoid and what to keep in mind. Apparently it's more than just the rules. Who knew? The incomparable Nick Mariner is in it to win it. And he explains why you should be too. So far no mention of Tiger Blood or "WINNING!" has resurfaced. Let's keep it that way! A quick stop at the guild gets us talking about your responses to feelings in board games. Or the lack thereof.  Finally, we review The Big Book of Madness. One of the big releases at last year's Spiel in Essen, but Iello's unassuming cooperative game seems to have vanished. Is it a hidden gem or a game that deserves to be forgotten? Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter | Boardgamegeek Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes Great Designers Series (III) - Klemens Franz Great Designers Series (III) - Klemens Franz Mon, 25 Jul 2016 10:00:00 +0000 In the hustle and bustle of Berlin-Con, Ben managed to sneak away with Klemens Franz for a short interview about his art. Arguably the visual grandmaster behind the face of the modern eurogame, his art style has become inextricably linked with some of the most beloved and prominent eurogames of today.

Listen and find out more about the how and why of Klemens Franz' art style.

]]> In the hustle and bustle of Berlin-Con, Ben managed to sneak away with Klemens Franz for a short interview about his art. Arguably the visual grandmaster behind the face of the modern eurogame, his art style has become inextricably linked with some of the most beloved and prominent eurogames of today.

Listen and find out more about the how and why of Klemens Franz' art style.

]]> 12:02 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comIn the hustle and bustle of Berlin-Con, Ben managed to sneak away with Klemens Franz for a short interview about his art. Arguably the visual grandmaster behind the face of the modern eurogame, his art style has become inextricably linked with some of the most beloved and prominent eurogames of today. Listen and find out more about the how and why of Klemens Franz' art style. Perfect Information Episode 21 - Right in the Feels Perfect Information Episode 21 - Right in the Feels Mon, 18 Jul 2016 10:00:00 +0000 As summer is now finally upon us, it is time that this sausage fest of ours indulges in its softer side. Ben & Georgios talk about feelings. Luckily not our own, but those that games elicit (illicitly?) in us.

In a splendiferous return to form and this format, T.C. Petty III. invites us to discover the many-layered history of cards (35:35).

After such an exhaustive and exhausting lesson, what better way to relax and kick back in the freshly relocated and surprisingly suave and stylish new guild (48:08).

We round out this heart-felt (or hardly felt?) episode by taking a closer look at a Japanese design, that just recently found a new English language publisher in Osprey Games. We review The Ravens of Thri Sahashri (01:07:47).

And if you've read this far, why not let your eyes wander around our fancy website, and maybe, just maybe notice that freshly installed "Donate" button. I'm not saying you have to click it. I'm just saying it's there. I'll just turn around and look over there for a while. If somebody were to push that button, I wouldn't really know and I wouldn't ask any questions. It's just something that happens. It's none of my business what a discerning listener such as yourself and a button like that do in the privacy of your own screen.

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]]> As summer is now finally upon us, it is time that this sausage fest of ours indulges in its softer side. Ben & Georgios talk about feelings. Luckily not our own, but those that games elicit (illicitly?) in us.

In a splendiferous return to form and this format, T.C. Petty III. invites us to discover the many-layered history of cards (35:35).

After such an exhaustive and exhausting lesson, what better way to relax and kick back in the freshly relocated and surprisingly suave and stylish new guild (48:08).

We round out this heart-felt (or hardly felt?) episode by taking a closer look at a Japanese design, that just recently found a new English language publisher in Osprey Games. We review The Ravens of Thri Sahashri (01:07:47).

And if you've read this far, why not let your eyes wander around our fancy website, and maybe, just maybe notice that freshly installed "Donate" button. I'm not saying you have to click it. I'm just saying it's there. I'll just turn around and look over there for a while. If somebody were to push that button, I wouldn't really know and I wouldn't ask any questions. It's just something that happens. It's none of my business what a discerning listener such as yourself and a button like that do in the privacy of your own screen.

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]]> 01:38:15 false full perfect.information.podcast@gmail.comperfect.information.podcast@gmail.comAs summer is now finally upon us, it is time that this sausage fest of ours indulges in its softer side. Ben & Georgios talk about feelings. Luckily not our own, but those that games elicit (illicitly?) in us. In a splendiferous return to form and this format, T.C. Petty III. invites us to discover the many-layered history of cards (35:35). After such an exhaustive and exhausting lesson, what better way to relax and kick back in the freshly relocated and surprisingly suave and stylish new guild (48:08). We round out this heart-felt (or hardly felt?) episode by taking a closer look at a Japanese design, that just recently found a new English language publisher in Osprey Games. We review The Ravens of Thri Sahashri (01:07:47). And if you've read this far, why not let your eyes wander around our fancy website, and maybe, just maybe notice that freshly installed "Donate" button. I'm not saying you have to click it. I'm just saying it's there. I'll just turn around and look over there for a while. If somebody were to push that button, I wouldn't really know and I wouldn't ask any questions. It's just something that happens. It's none of my business what a discerning listener such as yourself and a button like that do in the privacy of your own screen. Tell us what you think: E-Mail | Website | Twitter | Boardgamegeek Like us here: Boardgamelinks | Facebook | Instagram Find us here: Stitcher | iTunes