Best Euro Auctions Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 038 - King Making (And Is It Good?) 30:18

9d ago30:18

30:18

“I just can’t wait to be king!” We all know that catchy musical number from the hit 1994 musical “The Lion King.” But Sima wasn’t able to become king on his own. It took a bit of king making from his evil uncle Scar. Just like the Disney animated classic; board games have king making too (just usually less inspired by Hamlet). How do designers leve…

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Your Guide To Our August Sporting Memorabilia Timed Auction 29:30

1d ago29:30

29:30

Join the Odd Lot Team as we discuss our August Sporting Memorabilia Timed Auction! Whether you're a seasoned collector or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights and tips to help you navigate the bidding process for timed auctions. Listen in as our team of specialists discuss the standout items from the catalogue and loo…

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Episode 037 - How Big Is Too Big For A Collection 36:32

13d ago36:32

36:32

In board gaming, collections can range anywhere from 1 to 1001 (anything after 1001 will cause an explosion). With such a wide swath of options there has to be a perfect number, right? A “goldilocks zone” if you will? Today on the show Robert, Evan and Steve endeavor to find out! Want to ask a question or give us your two cents about the state of e…

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England's Euro 2024 Journey & Can't-Miss Auctions 34:17

1M ago34:17

34:17

We're breaking down the most epic moments from this year's auctions, discussing the highlight items that had everyone buzzing. Plus, we're talking all about England's nail-biting finish at Euro 2024 and giving you the inside scoop on our upcoming auctions that every sports memorabilia fanatic needs to know about.…

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Episode 036 - The Luckiest Episode of All 31:43

27d ago31:43

31:43

Perhaps it’s Evan’s Irish heritage or the secret ancient amulet beneath the studio, but we’re big fans of luck at Cardboard Philosophy. We’ve talked a lot about it over the last year too! We’ve talked about how the luck can feel and how it’s generated. This week, we’re talking about both of those things as well as why it’s used the way it is by des…

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Episode 035 - What Are Party Games? 38:31

1M ago38:31

38:31

There ain’t no party like a board game party! But board games to take to the party? There is a whole world of party games, but where is the line between “game” and “party game?” Never ones to back down from a challenge, our brave hosts Evan, Robert and Steve endeavor to find out! Want to ask a question or give us your two cents about the state of e…

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Episode 034 - Designer Tricks! 42:14

2M ago42:14

42:14

Every game is a chance for a designer to pull another trick out of their sleeve. But for a lot of designers, that new trick can often feel like the same trick with a new coat of paint. Not to say that’s a bad thing, it’s one of the things that keep us coming back for more! But what are some of these tricks? How do designers keep them fresh? Why do …

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Looking Ahead To Our Sports & Olympics Memorabilia Auction 29:34

3M ago29:34

29:34

Join the Odd Lot Team as they sit down and discuss our upcoming Sports & Olympic Memorabilia Auction. Get insights and hear the history behind some fascinating lots of Olympic history that we will be bringing to auction, including Clyde Purnell’s 1908 Olympic Football gold medal. But it’s not just pieces of Olympic history that will be up for grabs…

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Episode 033 - Catch Up Mechanics 32:56

3M ago32:56

32:56

If it’s been a while since you’ve listened, you may need to catch up on past episodes! That can be a bit time consuming, but worth it if you like the show. If it’s been a while you’ve been in first place… well… that can be challenging to fix! Catching up in games can be like climbing a mountain, but designers have catch up mechanics up their sleeve…

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Episode 032 - What's Happening To Modern Euros?! 45:26

3M ago45:26

45:26

Our hobby is constantly evolving! Sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. Euro-games are frequently at the center of this discussion. Are they getting too complex? Too solitaire? Are they even good any more? This week on the show, Evan, Robert and Steve chat about the shifting euro landscape, the past, the future and how we feel about it…

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Episode 031 - Are Board Games Art? 33:40

4M ago33:40

33:40

If you’ve been around the internet for a while; you’ve probably seen a debate around whether something is art or not. Are video games art? Is modern art, art? Is Taylor Swift’s music art? But what about board games? Are they art? Better yet; who is the artist? The player the artist or the designer? Evan, Robert and Steve endeavor to find out togeth…

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Special Guest: Kieran from The Glasgow Celtic Wear 37:12

4M ago37:12

37:12

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Celtic football memorabilia with Kieran, the owner of The Glasgow Celtic Wear. In this episode, we explore Kieran's passion for collecting Celtic shirts and the journey that led him to open a football shirt shop in Glasgow. We also discuss his experience attending our Scottish Sporting Memorabilia A…

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Episode 030 - How Do Non-Game Factors Affect Games? 32:04

4M ago32:04

32:04

At the center of gaming is… well, gaming. It’s kinda in the name. But around the sweet, gooey center that is gaming a whole world of external factors exist! How do those factors effect our experience with games? Can a good game get ruined by bad factors and vise versa? This week on the show, we plan to find out! Want to ask a question or give us yo…

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Episode 029 - The Knizia Auction Trilogy (Ding!) 44:25

5M ago44:25

44:25

You may have noticed this, but we like Reiner Knizia. Like a lot! He’s Robert’s favorite and second favorite designer after all! This week on the show, in celebration of all things Knizia, we break the rules and go off script to talk about the genius of Knizia’s auction trilogy. What makes Modern Art, Ra & Medici so special? So different? Should th…

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Yoder & Frey Florida Special with Auctioneer Josh Schott 49:23

5M ago49:23

49:23

Chris & Chris catch up sharing Chris Osborne's experience of his recent trip to Yoder & Frey Florida sale in February and discuss some of the ways people prepare equipment from the UK to be sold in the USA. We also get to hear from our resident Florida auctioneer Josh Schott, he explains in more detail about why February in Florida is so special in…

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Delving into our Scottish Sporting Memorabilia Auction 31:50

5M ago31:50

31:50

Join the Odd Lot Team as they take a closer look at some of the highlight lots in our upcoming Scottish Sporting Memorabilia Auction. Listen in as they discuss the Alex Miller collection, the world of match worn shirts and take a look at Scotland's football history, along with special mentions of the Ryder Cup and insights into more of our future s…

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Episode 028 - Ending The Game 33:42

5M ago33:42

33:42

It’s been said that “all good things must come to an end.” And it's true! If it wasn’t I would still be in college. But how those good things come to an end can vary wildly - especially in board games! So how do designers pick a way to end the game? How do those decision change the game feel as a player? Should all games end the same way? Evan, Ste…

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Rangers legend Alex Miller visits the podcast 31:52

5M ago31:52

31:52

Join the Odd Lot Team and Rangers legend Alex Miller as they discuss his illustrious career as a player and manager. In his 15 years with Rangers, Miller made 309 appearances, winning multiple league titles and cup competitions for the club. Discover the stories behind some of the iconic items from his collection of football memorabilia, which we w…

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Looking Back on the Last 20 Years of Graham Budd Auctions 1:01:39

6M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

Join the Odd Lot team and a very special guest as they talk about Graham Budd Auctions for its 20th Anniversary. Our Founder and Chairman, Graham Budd, along with our regular hosts take it back to reminisce on how his love of sport and auctioning background led to the company being formed. Listen in as some fascinating stories are told about the be…

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Episode 027 - Implicit Rules In Games 31:54

6M ago31:54

31:54

Games are full of aids, references and prompts for how to play, but how can a game imply things without being in your face about it? Forget the player aid, this week Steven, Robert & Evan talk about the implicit rules of the games we love! (Thanks to Peter McPherson for the question!) Want to ask a question or give us your two cents? Hit us up at c…

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Episode 026 - First Impressions In Gaming (Featuring Nick Murray From Bitewing Games) 50:46

6M ago50:46

50:46

A mysterious stranger walks up to you. You are nervous. They present you with a bouquet of roses. Are you still nervous? Intrigued? Terrified? Romanced? First impressions can be everything! With board games they can even be the difference between a second play and an unfinished first play… but what makes a first impression impress? This week on the…

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Diving into the best of our March 2024 Sports Auction 32:18

6M ago32:18

32:18

With over 1000 lots in our upcoming auction on the 5th and 6th of March, the Odd Lot team could chat all day about their favourite items. They’ve managed to summarise down to just some of the most exciting pieces in the sale, so you can get the rundown of memorabilia and the stories behind them that make them so special.…

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Tony Currie and March 2024 Sports Memorabilia Auction 31:45

6M ago31:45

31:45

Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories from Tony Currie’s amazing career as the football legend sits down with the Odd Lot team to talk about some of the lots in our upcoming Sports Memorabilia auction on the 5th and 6th March. Learn which pieces you may have to compete with the sportsman himself to get, and also the surprising story behind his …

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Episode 025 - What Makes A Game Elegant? 30:34

7M ago30:34

30:34

Elegance is a fancy word for fancy people, but does that translate to board games? We’ve heard reviewers use it, we’ve seen the backs of boxes use it and heck, we’ve maybe even used it to describe a favorite game… but what does it actually mean? Better yet… what actually makes that game “elegant?” Steve, Robert & Evan aim to answer just that on thi…

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Episode 024 - What Makes A Game Replayable? 29:57

7M ago29:57

29:57

It’s game night. Your friends are all gathered around and you stare in wonder and excitement at your shelf of games. What are you going to play? An old favorite or the new and shiny hotness? Come to think of it, you’ve played your old favorite 20 times but you still want to play it more. Why? What makes that game repayable? Good question (or at lea…

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Euro Auctions Global Highlights Of 2023 55:25

7M ago55:25

55:25

We hear from Euro Auctions colleagues from around the world about their highlights and stand out moments of 2023.By Euro Auctions

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Episode 023 - Toy Factor In Games (Featuring Zac Dixon from IV Studios!) 44:57

7M ago44:57

44:57

Some call it the “X factor,” some call it the “it factor” and others call it the “toy factor!” But where do we draw the line between practical, cool and just a plain ol’ toy? Join Robert, Steve, Evan and special guest host Zac Dixon from IV Studios (Moonrakers, Veiled Fate, Fractured Sky) as they look at the toys that make up our favorite toys – bo…

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Episode 22 - Why Do Our Tastes Change? 32:58

8M ago32:58

32:58

Tastes change! Old favorites just feel old and shiny new games can feel… well shiny and new, but what causes those shifts? What makes that old staple fall out of favor? Join Robert, Steve and Evan as they look at our ever-evolving tastes and the reason for these shifts are front and center on this week show! Want to ask a question or give us your t…

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2023 Season Review 59:15

8M ago59:15

59:15

Join the Graham Budd Team for their last podcast of 2023! In this episode the Odd Lot Team sit down and reflect on the many highlights of our busiest year to date. Listen in as the team discuss countless highlight lots from the year gone by.By Graham Budd Auctions

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Episode 021 - The Perception Of Luck 33:53

8M ago33:53

33:53

“No luck gameplay,” “strategic decisions,” and “no luck!” are all common phrases on both Kickstarter and BGG store pages for some of our favorite games! But why is that? Why is there a stigma around luck in games? Should there be? Is luck a boon in game design or a bust? Join Robert, Steve and Evan as they roll the dice on how we perceive luck in g…

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Episode 020 - Mechanism vs Genre 30:46

9M ago30:46

30:46

Does a mechanic a board game genre make? We talk about how a game is a “deck builder” but does that actually answer the question of what genre the game is? Or is it merely one of the mechanics that makes up the game? This is certainly sounds like a weird philosophical question the Cardboard Philosophy boys would tackle… Join Steve, Robert and Evan …

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Exploring treasures from our upcoming Sports Memorabilia Auction 33:41

9M ago33:41

33:41

Get ready to dive into the world of sports memorabilia as we discuss the highlight lots from our upcoming auction! Join us as we explore the stories behind rare collectibles that have left a mark on the history of various sports. This involves highlighting our much-anticipated sale of collections from some of the greatest footballers to play the 'T…

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Off Site Auctions With Matt Wood 31:21

9M ago31:21

31:21

Euro Auctions Territory Manager from the Midlands, UK joins Chris & Chris to discuss what is known as an Off Site Auction. An auction that's held in a third party or temporary premises opposed to a permanent Euro Auctions location. We discuss what goes into holding an off site auction, the benefits and different challenges that it brings and the re…

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Episode 019 - Video Games In Board Gaming 26:08

9M ago26:08

26:08

Board games are basically just paper video games… right? RIGHT? While I don’t think anyone will agree with that, I think we can all agree that there sure are a lot of board game adaptations of video games floating around these days! Why? And more importantly, what makes them work? What separates video games from board games? Evan, Robert and Steve …

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Episode 018 - How Arbitrary Are Board Game Rules? 31:16

10M ago31:16

31:16

Board game rules are all made up! It’s true! I read about that in a rule book once. But how arbitrary are those made up rules? Are some rules more inherently intuitive and less arbitrarily than others? What makes those other rules feel arbitrary? This is certainly sounds like a weird philosophical question the CP boys would tackle… and would you be…

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Episode 017 - How Does Art Effect The Way We Approach A Game? (Featuring Peter McPherson!) 41:42

10M ago41:42

41:42

Art is everywhere! From the screen on your phone to the paintings in a museum. It’s also all over the board games we know and love! It’s also more than just something pretty to look at… but how far can art in board games take us? How much does it effect our enjoyment of the game? Can there be too much of it? This is a big subject, so who better to …

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Reflecting on Two Incredible Auctions 32:23

11M ago32:23

32:23

In this episode, the Odd Lot Team sit down and reflect on the success of our ‘Rugby World Cup & Sports Memorabilia Auction’ and ‘Manchester United Memorabilia Auction’. Listen in as the team shares behind-the-scenes insights into the auction days and give their thoughts on some of the stand-out lots that were sold. If that wasn't enough, the team a…

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Episode 016 - Why Do People Care So Much About Winning? 31:58

11M ago31:58

31:58

From the “winner take all” to the “second place is the first loser” people really like to win! But why is winning so important? Is winning actually a key ingredient for enjoying a game? This week on the show the boys dive into the highs and lows of winning! Want to ask a question or give us your two cents? Hit us up at cardboardphilosophypod@gmail.…

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What to look out for in our Vinyl & Pop Culture Auction 36:19

11M ago36:19

36:19

Dive into a world of nostalgia and music history! Join the Odd Lot team as we take you on a journey through the iconic treasures that await you in our upcoming auction. Get ready to explore the legendary artists and unique histories encapsulated in these cherished items. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply curious about the magic of vinyl…

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Episode 015 - What Makes A Game ”Too Long?” 34:22

11M ago34:22

34:22

We’ve all been there. Everyone sitting down to dive into a board game, excited at the prospects before us. After 3.5 hours the dreaded sentence is uttered “this game is too long.” But what makes something too long? What makes it too short? This week on the show, Steven, Evan and Robert aim to find out! Want to ask a question or give us your two cen…

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Episode 014 - Creating Randomness In Games 30:29

12M ago30:29

30:29

From the flip of a card to the roll of a die, there is a lot of randomness in games! But is all randomness created equally? Why do some things feel more random than others? Is one form of random number generation better than another? This week on the show: Steve, Robert and Evan are getting random and diving deep into all the nitty gritty of what m…

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Unearthing Rare Manchester United Memorabilia with Paul Atkinson 43:38

12M ago43:38

43:38

Join us on a thrilling journey into the world of football memorabilia as we dive deep into the iconic history of Manchester United. In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with renowned collector Paul Atkinson. Get ready to explore countless treasures related to this legendary club as the team chat through some of the most sought-after Manchest…

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What to look out for in our Rugby World Cup & Sports Memorabilia auction 28:15

12M ago28:15

28:15

The Odd Lot Team sit down and discuss our upcoming Rugby World Cup & Sports Memorabilia Auction. However, this podcast isn't just about discussing memorabilia; it's about bringing these pieces of history to life. In this episode, our team give their thoughts on a selection of rare and sought-after pieces of sports memorabilia that are about to hit …

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Episode 013 - Boxed In 24:04

12M ago24:04

24:04

At some point in all of our lives here at Cardboard Philosophy - we’ve been called squares. So today, we lean into it by talking about the squarest part of our hobby – box sizes! What is the perfect box size? Why so much empty space and are boxes really the optimal way to store games? All of that and so much more on this week’s show! Want to ask a …

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Rasmus Kruse - Well Traveled Territory Manager 44:13

12M ago44:13

44:13

We have a great discussion with Rasmus Kruse, Danish Territory Manager for Euro Auctions, living in Denmark and has vast experience in the Agricultural and farming sector having spent many years in different countries around the world. Learn about machinery and market trends that he is seeing in Northern Europe compared to the UK and elsewhere.…

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Why should you add Caps to your sports memorabilia collection? 28:20

1y ago28:20

28:20

The Odd Lot team sit down and discuss all things caps. Listen in as the team share a wide range of fascinating stories behind the caps they have encountered down the years. Learn what makes caps such an intriguing choice of memorabilia to add to your collection.By Graham Budd Auctions

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Timed auctions - your opportunity to start collecting sports memorabilia! 25:01

1y ago25:01

25:01

The Odd Lot team sit down and discuss some of the pieces that are being sold in our timed auction (which closes on the 27th of August 2023). Timed auctions are an excellent opportunity to boost your existing collection or to start one from scratch. If you’re new to investing in sports memorabilia and not sure where to start, this podcast is a must …

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Episode 012 - What Makes A Game Heavy? 38:30

1y ago38:30

38:30

Game weight has been a discussion in board gaming for as long as Board Game Geek has been on the internet! Today, this topic is usually based on how much the latest Kickstarter box will weigh during shipping, but in yesteryear it was all about that difficulty. Crunch. Brain chew. This week on the show Steve, Robert and Evan flex their brains to tal…

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Episode 011 - Should We Listen To Reviewers? 31:33

1y ago31:33

31:33

This week on the show we review our thoughts on reviewers… or more specifically… should we really care what they say? Or shouldn’t we? Does length of time in the hobby matter? And who are these people anyway? I don’t know, I just write these episode synopsizes. I leave the philosophizing to Evan, Robert and Steve! Want to ask a question or give us …

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Episode 010 - Are House Rules Good? (Feat Austin Harrison from IV Studios!) 35:33

1y ago35:33

35:33

House rules are everywhere from the tables of aspiring game designers to the most casual of hobbiests. But why? Are they a way to give a game more of the player’s personality? To fix broken mechanics? And when does that fun little rules twist change the game enough to become something more than what is printed on the box? This week Steve, Robert an…

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