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The Broken Meeple - a UK Board Games blog and podcast that reports on board and card games. Reviews, Top 5/10 lists, or just anything that's on my mind! One thing is for sure - I don't hold back and will speak my mind! In addition to this podcast I have a YouTube channel that showcases review videos and Top 10 lists. Please feel free to check them out!
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Welcome everyone to the Meeple minded podcast. This show is for all of you Tabletop hobby lovers out there. We will be talking about all things gaming from board, card, wargames and role play games. And may even just the odd episode of other nerdy topics that we love. Along with our man in the newsroom bringing you all the latest news, Crowdfunding campaigns & Events we think you need to know about. SOOOOO, if you like any type of table top game, Meeple Minded is the podcast for you.
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Send us a Text Message. For this weeks topical discussion we clarify our positions on just whets makes a game not all that great or if it ticks enough boxes becomes "Hot Steaming Garbage" Support the Show. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our audio Podcast on a…
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Episode 96 - BGA vs TTS - Is Online Gaming A Good Thing?
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Episode 96 - BGA vs TTS - Is Online Gaming A Good Thing?- general health, plans, etc- first impressions of Aethermon, Tanto Cuore and DroPolter- the pros and cons of Board Game Arena and Tabletop Simulator and how they affect the hobby***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSO…
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Ep 186 Five games that did not live up to expectations
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Send us a Text Message. Big changes at Meeple Minded HQ this week as "The Boss" Jason goes all undercover boss on us as he hands the reigns over to James to run the show. James wants to know what Jason & Antmans top or in this case five games are that did NOT live up to the hype or expectations. This episode sees the guys talking all about those ga…
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Send us a Text Message. The What's Occurring series is BACK and hopefully better than ever! In this weeks episode we see the Meeple Minded Trio Antony, James & Jason breaking down some of the games they played this month, the games they played last year, and comment all the latest news from within the table top gaming industry & our all new segment…
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Episode 95 - Euro Gamers Don't Screw Other Players
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Episode 95 - Euro Gamers Don't Screw Other PlayersRight no audio issues this time!! Here I talk about:- general health, plans, etc- first impressions and concerns over Inventors of the South Tigris- the recent trademark controversy of Meeple- the lacklustre Spiel Des Jahres nominations- why Euro players don't hate-draft or screw others enough in Eu…
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Ep 184 Post UKGE 2024 Thoughts and experiences
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Send us a Text Message. The Boys are back after there jolly holidays up to to Biiiiiirmingham for the #ukge2024 event and as is customary they are back in the studio to reflect on the weekends festivities. Support the Show. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our …
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UK Games Expo 2024 - Full Report Special!
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UK Games Expo 2024 - Full Report Special!The UKGE 2024 is over and there was plenty to talk about in terms of games, experiences and people I saw. So much so that I recorded over 90 minutes of footage talking about it. So I can't do a 90 minute video, that's insane! So I recorded two videos on my Youtube channel to go over it all. But you out there…
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Episode 94 - UK GAMES EXPO 2024Please check out the disclaimer at the beginning of the episode as I had a major audio issue that needs explaining.A full episode devoted to the UKGE 2024. How to get there, tips and tricks, and games that I might check out while I'm there - though let's face it, there isn't a ton that's getting me excited. **********…
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Ep 183 What we are looking forward to at UKGE 2024
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Send us a Text Message. Its the third largest table top gaming convention in the world, with over 30k unique attendees, three massive halls of the united kingdoms National Exhibition Centre and all the Meeple Minded crew will be in attendance and covering the event for 2024. on this show, the boys Antman, James & Jason are talking about all the thi…
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Send us a Text Message. It is officially the start of the convention seasons for the boys of the Meeple Minded and as such its time to dust off the plans and set them in motion. So, to kickstart everyone James, Antman & Jason are sitting down to talk their personal top tips for preparing for a gaming convention and some dedicated advice for those a…
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Episode 93 - I'm Done With Campaign Games
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Episode 93 - I'm Done With Campaign GamesWow this episode took a while! Oh well enjoy!- A small retcon to my Earth Abundance preview- My first impressions of Unsettled- Why Charity Zeth is NOT a good faction in Sidereal Confluence- Why Silverwood Grove is worthy of a 1/10 rating- Why I'm 99% officially done with campaign games *********************…
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Ep 181 What makes a game Great to us?
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks episode Antman, James & Jason are having a chat to discuss just what makes a game great to them personally? How does certain things affect their take on a game, how they rate games etc etc what makes a game great is incredibly subjective and as we get asked all the time, we thought its about time we let you in …
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Ep 180 Top five games to be "Jumanjied" into
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks show, the Meeple Minded trio James, Antman & Jason are jumping back into a top five list as they discuss the top five Games they wouldn't mind being "Jumanjied" into. Support the Show. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our a…
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Episode 92 - Is Theme Essential In Board Games?
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Episode 92 - Is Theme Essential In Board Games?A longer episode - I talk about updates, my health, a beige Euro, a new Ticket to Ride expansion and most of all, a big discussion about whether theme is an essential component of a board game.***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA S…
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Send us a Text Message. In this weeks episode we see the Meeple Minded Trio breaking down some of the games they played this month, the games they played last year, and comment all the latest news from within the table top gaming industry. Support the Show. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------…
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Send us a Text Message. In this weeks episode its all things horror as the boys have been playing the horror board game TerrorScape Published by Ice Makers. A game heavily influenced by the "Dead by Daylight" Video game that sees one player assume the role of a merciless killer and the remaining players as survivors that have sought shelter in stat…
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Episode 91 - Are We Ready For Adult Themes?
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Episode 91 - Board Games For Adults Only (Are We Ready?)Quicker episode today - health check, future content, a quick glance at the high potential for Don't Starve as a board game and then a discussion about whether there is a place in the industry for adult themed board games (horror and sexualised)***************************************SUBSCRIBE …
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks episode our two resident crowdfunding "junkies" Antman & Jason are having a chat to discuss if its really still worth buying games through the crowdfunding route. They talk about how the system has somewhat changed over the years, all the things you used to get, and more so what you get now. Support the Show. -…
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Send us a Text Message. In this weeks episode its all things casualty in Holby city (ok no more old UK tv show names I promise) as the boys Antman, James & Jason attempt to complete there first nightshift on the ward of a hospital having recently become qualified doctors. It sounds scary we know but don't worry as its not real life as the boys have…
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Podcast 90 - Shake Battle & Roll & Managing Your Table SpaceMy plays at Shake Battle & Roll, my current status including my upcoming birthday and some tips on getting the most out of your table space!***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL LINKThe Broken Meeple is…
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Ep 175 Top 5 Games We Played as Kids
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks show, the terrible trio James, Antman & Jason are going back to where it all started as they reflect and break down their personal top five games they played as kids. Support the Show. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find our a…
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Send us a Text Message. In this weeks episode we see the Meeple Minded Trio taking on a whole NEW type of show as they break down some of the games they played this month, the games they played last year, and comment all the latest news from within the table top gaming industry. Support the Show. ----------------------------------------------------…
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks episode the explorative Trio of Antman "Collins" James "Aldrin" and Jason "Armstrong" are going where many a man have gone before as they take on the polyomino space city civilisation building game Planet Unknown The boys break down all the things they like and dislike, what comes in the box, its value and most…
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Episode 89 - Ancient Knowledge & Dune Uprising Reviews - A Civil War Brewing?
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Podcast 89 - Ancient Knowledge & Dune Uprising Reviews - A Civil War Is BrewingFull reviews of Ancient Knowledge and Dune Imperium: Uprising as well as my thoughts on the recent tensions arising from discussing about "honest reviews"***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR …
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Send us a Text Message. On this week's episode the boys Jason and James finally make the announcement they have been teasing and are joined in the studio by the Antman to discuss if the word retail is now somehow a dirty word. Support the Show. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------…
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Podcast 88 - The Fox Experiment Review & Clickbait
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Podcast 88 - The Fox Experiment Review & ClickbaitI give my full review thoughts on The Fox Experiment, rant a bit on how content creators are relying too heavily on clickbait tactics to be taken seriously and then I give my thoughts on the games that fell off my Top 100 from last year.***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.…
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Ep 171 Age of Comics - Lirius Games
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Send us a Text Message. Its another game highlight on this weeks episode as the boys start the year off strong with "Age of comics the golden years" by Lirius Games. This recent Kickstarter delivery is hopefully going to be winging its way to retail release soon but is it worth the buy? that what the boys Jason & James aim to find out. The boys bre…
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Episode 87 - Spilavin Icelandic Game Retreat
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Episode 87 - Spilavin Icelandic Game RetreatI was invited up to Iceland for a little board gaming retreat and played a lot of fun games! Let me tell you about the friendly people, the horse steak, the games I taught and the two new games I learned!***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1…
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Send us a Text Message. On this weeks shows the boys Jason & James are diving into a topical discussion all about the age ratings on table top games. Do they really mean anything? are they there purely for legality sake?? why o why is wacky races a 14+ game? all these questions and its time to try and figure out those answers. Support the Show. ---…
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The Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 86 - Alpujarras & Fisheries of Gloucester ReviewsTwo reviews of Dr Finn's games recently provided to me.What is Handycon and should you attend?What games were played and the stories made!***************************************SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1KIENDA SPONSOR REFERRAL L…
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Send us a Text Message. Happy new year one and all, we know, we know its late lol In this episode the boys Jason & James are just checking in a few weeks later than planned but for good reasons. Games, lots and lots of games. They chat about what they been up too over the holiday break and what is happening with the show going forward. Support the …
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