In this episode, Michael and Doug explore Michael's top 25 board games of all time, discussing various themes, mechanics, and personal experiences with each game. From cooperative games like Cthulhu Death May Die to classic strategy games like Ticket to Ride, the conversation delves into what makes each game special and the joy of playing with friends and family. The hosts also reflect on the impact of nostalgia and game complexity on their preferences, encouraging listeners to share their own top games.

In this episode of the Game Schooler podcast, hosts Doug and Michael explore the concept of curating a board game collection down to just 24 games. Doug shares his personal list of games he would keep, discussing the criteria behind his selections, the mechanics of each game, and the sentimental value they hold. The conversation delves into various genres, including strategy, family, and cooperative games, while also highlighting the unique aspects that make each game special.

In this week’s episode we'll cover Ticket to Ride: United Kingdom, Stranger Things: Upside Down, answer questions in the School of Gaming and say Thank You to some very important games!

00:00 - Introduction to The Game Schooler Podcast

02:31 - Ticket To Ride: United Kingdom

11:54 - Ad - Pawn Porter

13:06 - Stranger Things: Upside Down

24:26 - Ad - The Gimmies

25:41 - Welcoming New Players to the Table

31:21 - Eco-Friendly Packaging: Worth It or Waste?

38:45 - Ad - Dreamboard

40:26 - Thank You Notes

In this week’s episode we'll cover Ticket to Ride: Pennsylvania and Deep Regrets, answer questions in the School of Gaming and discuss where the Hotness from Gen Con 2023 is today!

00:00 - Introduction

02:18 - Ticket To Ride: Pennsylvania

17:22 - Ad - CoverCraft Workshop

18:32 - Deep Regrets

35:01 - Ad - Pack It Back: Board Game

36:40 - School of Gaming: Card Games vs. Board Games

43:03 - School Gaming: Game Length and Fulfillment

46:38 - Ad - Ogre's Hoard Game Store

47:46 - Gen Con 2023 Hotness Review

In this week’s episode we'll cover Mille Fiori, Maki Master, answer questions in the School of Gaming and discuss What’s Awesome in Tabletop Gaming.

00:00 - Introduction

04:03 - Mille Fiori

17:04 - Ad - International Factory Cologne

17:39 - Maki Master

29:54 - Ad - BacKallax

31:17 - School of Gaming

48:52 - Ad - Personal Rules Lawyer

49:51 - What's Awesome In Gaming

 In this week’s episode we'll cover Kingdomino: Origins, The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth, answer questions in the School of Gaming and discuss changes in the hobby in the new segment, Game Schooler Reacts!

00:00 - Introduction

03:34 - Kingdomino: Origins

15:01 - Ad - Chameleon

15:36 - Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth

28:49 - Ad - Dice Alarm For Weak-Wristed Rolls

29:59 - School of Gaming

38:00 - Ad - Gaming Snack Mittens

39:08 - Game Schooler Reacts: Changes in the Hobby

In this week’s episode we'll cover Caldera Park, Newton, answer questions in the School of Gaming and recap our experience at Gamehole Con!

00:00 - Introduction to Game Schooler Podcast

01:58 - Caldera Park

14:17 - Accruals: The Budget Balancing Game

15:13 - Newton

29:51 - Deluxe Edition Stickers

30:52 - Enjoying Games You're Not Good At

38:46 - Confidence and Doubt in Gaming

45:48 - Shelf of Shame Storage Cloth

46:44 - Gamehole Con Experience Recap

In this week’s episode we'll feature an extended School of Gaming, and play Game Schooler Blind Rank, Troll Er No?, and the Great Game Guessing Game!

03:21 - School of Gaming

24:44 - Ad - People In A Room

25:37 - Game Schooler Blind Rank

34:43 - Ad - Portable Convention Shower

36:20 - Troll Er No - 7 Wonders

40:45 - Ad - Board Game Vacuum

41:37 - The Great Game Guessing Game

In this week’s episode we'll cover Santorini: Second Edition, Forest Shuffle, discuss Unboxing Videos in the School of Gaming and play Troll er No?

00:00 - Introduction to the Game Schooler Podcast

03:07 - Santorini: Second Edition

14:22 - Marriage: The Game

15:20 - Forest Shuffle

30:54 - Immaculate Game Kit: Protecting Your Game Investment

31:58 - School of Gaming: Unboxing Videos

39:30 - Utility Gaming Pants

40:35 - Troll or No: The Game Review Challenge

In this week’s episode we'll cover MicroMacro: Kids - Crazy City Park, Ticket to Ride: Europe, discuss Solid Game Stores in the School of Gaming and play The Great Game Guessing Game!

00:00 - Introductions & Follow-up

03:25 - Micro Macro: Kids - Crazy City Park

12:47 - Super Deluxe Monopoly

14:01 - Ticket to Ride Europe

25:05 - The Automatic Rating Changer

26:45 - Solid Game Stores

33:21 - Game Schooling and Building Connections

38:28 - The Appeal of Spin-Off Games

42:36 - Nomad: Foldable Gaming Table

43:43 - The Great Game Guessing Game