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Two brothers. One table. Way too many board games.Two at the Table is a podcast about board games, the people who play them, and the reasons we keep coming back to the table.Join brothers Shaun and Ian as they talk about the games they’re playing, what makes certain games special, and the experiences that turn a good game into one you want to play again and again. Along the way, they’ll share stories from their own gaming journey, dive into topics like replayability, game design, miniatures, painting, and the wider tabletop hobby, and occasionally pull up an extra chair for guests from the gaming community.Whether you’ve been playing board games for decades or you’re just discovering there’s a whole world beyond the classics, there’s a seat for you at the table.Pull up a chair. Let’s play.
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- 3 weeks ago38 min
Why You Should Paint Your Board Game Miniatures—even as a Beginner
Does painting board game miniatures actually make games more fun? In Episode 3 of Two at the Table, Shaun and Ian are joined by their brother Alex to discuss how painted miniatures can improve immersion, gameplay, and your connection to a game. We share beginner miniature-painting tips and talk about Dungeons & Dragons, Marvel Crisis Protocol, Zombicide, Ghostbusters, Super Dungeon Explore, and more. Should you paint your minis—or embrace the gray? Join us at the table and decide for yourself.#MiniaturePainting #BoardGames #tabletopgaming ----------------------------------------🛠️ Painting Gear Mentioned in this Episode:• The Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Starter Set: https://amzn.to/3VBbL5A• Golden Maple Miniature Detail Paint Brushes: https://amzn.to/4y9SVzS🎲 Games Mentioned:• Marvel: Crisis Protocol – Earth's Mightiest Core Set: https://amzn.to/4e4BFF5• Zombicide: Black Plague: https://amzn.to/4zmXvMfAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.----------------------------------------==================================================Timestamps==================================================00:00 Introduction to Board Gaming and Miniature Painting05:58 The Journey of Miniature Painting11:58 The Impact of Painted Miniatures on Gameplay18:09 Personal Experiences and Reflections on Painting Miniatures22:02 The Art of Miniature Painting29:00 Getting Started with Painting37:57 Tips and Tricks for Beginners44:06 Community and Resources for Painters==================================================Links==================================================✨Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell notification if you want to hang out for more cozy board game content! ✨📸Follow us on Instagram: @twoatthetablegames🤝If you'd like to partner with us, you can reach us at info@twoatthetablegames.com
- Sep 22, 202643 min
6 Most Replayable Board Games We Never Get Tired Of
What makes a board game truly replayable? In Episode 2 of Two at the Table, brothers Shaun and Ian share six board games they never get tired of playing: The Castles of Burgundy, Tales of the Arabian Nights, Gold West, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Cascadia, and Heat: Pedal to the Metal. We explore how theme, strategy, player interaction, easy setup, teachability, and changing experiences give the best board games lasting replay value—and discover why Ian loves Betrayal but hates becoming the betrayer. If you’re searching for highly replayable board games, great games for game night, or your next tabletop favorite, pull up an extra chair and join the conversation.
- Sep 15, 202634 min
Introduction to Two at the Table
The conversation covers the evolution of the podcast, early memories of gaming, rediscovering board games, family gaming traditions, and creative outlets and projects. It delves into the family's gaming traditions, creative projects, and the vision for the podcast's future content.TakeawaysFamily gaming traditionsCreative outlets and projectsChapters00:00 Introduction to Two at the Table02:20 The Evolution of the Podcast03:17 Early Memories of Gaming08:12 Rediscovering Board Games10:20 Family Gaming Traditions16:22 Creative Outlets and Projects
About Two at the Table
Two brothers. One table. Way too many board games.Two at the Table is a podcast about board games, the people who play them, and the reasons we keep coming back to the table.Join brothers Shaun and Ian as they talk about the games they’re playing, what makes certain games special, and the experiences that turn a good game into one you want to play again and again. Along the way, they’ll share stories from their own gaming journey, dive into topics like replayability, game design, miniatures, painting, and the wider tabletop hobby, and occasionally pull up an extra chair for guests from the gaming community.Whether you’ve been playing board games for decades or you’re just discovering there’s a whole world beyond the classics, there’s a seat for you at the table.Pull up a chair. Let’s play.
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