We are getting ready to be sleep-deprived and snack-fueled for Gen Con 2025, and spilled PlayCon board game adventure. Plus upcoming Dune Imperium tournament - fun! 

Tune in for some comedy or cringe in this Episode 14!

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Welcome to another not-so-serious episode of Life Beyond Board Games, where we dive into the surprisingly rhythmic world of music while gaming.
Join us as we groove through game-night playlists, debate the best beats for board games, our favorite music to play during different board game genres—from chill vibes for puzzly euros, to epic soundtracks for panic cooperative games, to... awkward silence for intense deduction games😆 Maybe not. 

Tune in for beats, banter, and basement-based conspiracies! 

Link to Melodice - https://melodice.org/

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This episode dives into the wild world of online board gaming—how to game with people across the globe.... with or without pants (we’re not judging). We chat about the online board gaming platforms we've used, online etiquettes (or lack thereof), and more. 

Tune in for laughs, virtual games, and stories that might make you feel warm, nostalgic, or just confused.

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In this episode, your board gaming crew goes beyond meeples and dice to roll deep into… feelings! 😱 Eric, Stella, and Melissa talk about neurodiversity and mental health in the hobby we all love. We cover everything from awkward social energy meters, overstimulation at game nights, to why some of us need a rulebook… for life.

Expect empathy tokens, reroll on social energy and a +5 bonus to heartfelt honesty. Hope this one is for you💙

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Ever wondered what happens when board gamers leave their cozy game caves and brave the wild world of conventions? In this episode of Life Beyond Board Games, join Candice, Melissa, Eric and Stella unpack the madness of board game conventions and share our favorites. 

First-timers, gaming on the sea, and walking the plank stories await—plus a bit of jetlag wisdom. Whether you're a seasoned con-goer or just in it for the tournaments, you’ll laugh, nod, and maybe question your next convention options. Also, please share what your favorite convention is in the comments. 

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In this surprisingly heartwarming episode of Life Beyond Board Games, your trio—Stella (alleged basement keeper), Eric (probably innocent-NOT), and Melissa (eyewitness to none of it)—explore how board games magically turn lonely nights into legendary friendships.

You’ll hear real stories of people going from “I have no one to play with 😢” to “Can we PLEASE stop scheduling four-hour games on weeknights?!”😆 It’s all about how cardboard and dice somehow unlock human connection better than your therapist’s icebreaker questions.

Whether you're in it for the games, the feels, or just here to confirm Eric might be a dungeon master in more ways than one—this episode has it all.

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Ever experienced that tense silence when someone flips out after losing a game of Catan? Or watched in horror as greasy fingers handle your precious cards? You're not alone, and we're here to commiserate.

In this brutally honest conversation, Melissa, Stella, and Eric dive into the behaviors that make us all want to quietly pack up our games and never invite certain people back. From the player who spends five excruciating minutes contemplating their Santorini move to the person who's mysteriously "on their phone" during rule explanations only to ask the same questions repeatedly.

Whether you're looking for validation that you're not being unreasonable, seeking strategies to handle difficult gaming situations, or simply enjoying the catharsis of hearing others share your pain, this episode delivers with a healthy dose of humor and practical advice. And yes, we settle once and for all which of us smells the best at game night.

Have you encountered these behaviors or—dare we admit it—been guilty of them yourself? Follow us and share your own board game blunder stories. We'd love to hear what drives you crazy at the gaming table!

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Ever walked into a board game meetup and wondered, “Am I at the right place?… Should I bring my own games?” 😅 Whether you're the host, the guest, or that mysterious person who always brings a 4-hour euro at 9:30pm—we’ve got stories. In this episode, we spill the meeples on what makes a board game meetup awesome or awkward.

Is it okay to show up fashionably late? Should snacks be mandatory? What happens when someone actually flips the table? Alright, we may not talk about that... but please share your story in the comments!

Tune in, laugh with us (or at us), and check out Stella's own board game meetup in Melbourne via the Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/WePlayBoardGames

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 In this episode, we reveal the shocking truth: there is life outside of board games! Dun dun dunnn.... Who knew? From the wild adventures of playing musical instruments, to pickle balling. 

We've already seen five times (episodes) to the daring feats of doing this hobby, we spill the beans on what keeps us entertained when we’re not rolling dice or turning our brain to a mush. Spoiler alert: it involves food, questionable skills, and probably a bit of jealousy. Tune in for laughs, chaos, and a sneak peek into our non-board gaming lives! 

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Ready to unbox the mysteries of your true tabletop persona? No more rolling the dice on who you are— it’s time to face the ultimate character sheet of you. Are you the mastermind scheming three steps ahead? The chaos gremlin who thrives on conflict? Or the noble pacifist who'd rather yeet themselves out of danger than fight?

Only one way to find out—take the survey! Then brag (or cry) about your results in the comments via Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Let's get cracking! 

📝 Survey link: https://apps.quanticfoundry.com/surveys/start/tabletop/

Enjoy Episode 5, and may your dice always roll in your favor! 🎧🔥

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