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Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey & Jason Yanchuleff
A board game podcast where your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff review unusual, forgotten and under-appreciated board games.
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Are the claims on the game box about playtime length accurate? In this episode, your hosts Chris Alley and Cameron Lockey hold things down while Bill and Jason are away on vacation as they put three games claiming to take 30 minutes or less to the test and share their thoughts on these unusual, forgotten, and underappreciated games.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:35:09 Cities
01:01:59 Great Wall of China
01:35:07 Nyet!
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Cities: “The Cafes of Paris”, Joe E. Lee
Great Wall of China: “The Road to Tibet”, Karl Hanson
Nyet!: “Pest March”, Jon Bjork
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
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The Spiel series continues with a new installment of nominees from 2011! Dig in with you hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they take a look at another bunch of award-nominated, yet strangely overlooked games -- listen in to hear our thoughts on the Spiel judges' decisions!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:37:42 Mondo
01:06:18 Uluru
01:27:57 Sun, Sea & Sand
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Mondo: “The Call of the Wild”, Victor Lundberg
Uluru: “The Red Soil”, Saira Ridley
Sun, Sea & Sand: “Turtle Beach”, Oakwood Station
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
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It's summer in NC and that means sweltering heat, sweet tea and lots of travel. The guys have been all over the place, but have finally returned to the table for more gaming. Join your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff as they take on a trio of gem candidates from revered duo of designers Wolfgang Kramer and Michael Kiesling.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:31:10 Einauge sei Wachsam!
00:56:33 Asara
01:24:54 Maharaja
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Einauge sei Wachsam!: “Over Dark Waters”, Bonnie Grace
Asara: “El Khalil”, Rymdklang Soundtracks
Maharaja: “Ganges Blues”, Banaras Baba & Kolkata Kid
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Will the supply of game designs from Reiner Knizia ever run out? It's doubtful, so the guys have much more exploring to do of the designer's epic catalog. We bring you part IV of that exploration. Will we find more gems? Or are these games lesser-known for a reason? They can't all be good... right? Find out on this episode with your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:33:17 F.I.T.S.
00:57:49 Zombiegeddon
01:27:13 Qin
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):F.I.T.S.: “My Children”, Martin Klem
Zombiegeddon: “Zombie Front Line”, Mantell
Qin: “Hiding Shadows”, Josef Falkensköld
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Chris is back from Asia, so what better way to welcome him back to the crew than covering 3 possible gems from Asian designers? Find out how they fare along with the latest banter topics on this episode with your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:37:13 Chronicle
01:00:55 Dadaocheng (2nd Edition)
01:28:58 Airship City
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Chronicle: “We Are Giants”, Silver Maple
Dadaocheng: “What Lao Tse Told Me”, Christian Andersen
Airship City: “Covering New Grounds”, Jon Björk
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
While the cat's away... Chris is traveling the globe this episode, so Jason has free reign over the game selections. Will his recent streak of mediocre contributions to the gem lineup continue? Or will digging deep into the library produce some new favorites? Join Jason Yanchuleff, Bill Arney and newcomer Ken Cantrell as they investigate 3 more possible gems.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:25:11 Feudality
00:57:03 Campanile
01:20:50 Quebec
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Feudality: “Medieval Feast”, Trabant 33
Campanile: “At the Sicilian Market”, Trabant 33
Quebec: “The Adventure Begins”, Philip Ayers
Editor's Note: "Light Dance", Ennio Mano
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Fantasy is a theme that has exploded into popularity in the past 30 years or so. It has had an impact on books, movies, TV, video games, and not least, board games. In this episode of Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney, and Cameron Lockey celebrate their enjoyment of the genre and review three fantasy-themed games.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:46:38 Gargon
01:13:52 Lost Legends
01:53:55 Dragonstrike
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Gargon: "On a Bird's Wing" - Jon Bjork
Dragonstrike: "Valley of Drakes" - Dragon Tamer
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
What is it about Stefan Feld that keeps us coming back for more? In this latest episode pulled from some lesser known titles of his vast catalog, join your regular hosts Chris Alley and Jason Yanchuleff as they welcome guest host Daniel Wahlen of The Game Table to chat about a new crop of 3 potential gems.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:33:02 Roma
00:59:01 Pillars of the Earth: Builder's Duel
01:32:33 Forum Trajanum
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Roma: “Battle Sword”, Phoenix Tail
Pillars of the Earth: “Sacral Message”, Cercles Nouvelles
Forum Trajanum: “Arriving in Ancient Rome”, Kikoru
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their upright positions before you fly the friendly skies with the Hidden Gems crew of Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff as they soar through a new trio of games. Will the guys first attempt at the "two-and-a-new" format fly or end up grounded? Find out if any new gems are to be had on this latest, airline-themed episode.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:41:45 Blue Skies
01:13:14 Jet Set
01:40:29 Sky Team
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Blue Skies: “Street Groovin'”, Grip City Cronies
Jet Set: “Vacay”, Riverworn
Sky Team: “Epic Voyage”, Dream Cave
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
We're approaching the end of another year, and that means it's time for a little Christmas cheer! Have a holly jolly, merry little Christmas with the whole Hidden Gems crew of Chris Alley, Bill Arney, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they check out 3 stocking stuffer-sized games. Will they be gems or lumps of coal? Find out on this, our final episode of 2023!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:43:36 Kryptos
01:09:50 Fzzzt!
01:37:42 Twinkle Starship
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Banter / Secret Santa:
“Gift-Wrapping Workshop”, Arthur Benson
“A Holly Jolly One”, Arthur Benson
“Fudge and Candy Cane Kisses”, Arthur Benson
“Pizzicato Dance”, Howard Harper-Barnes
“Everlasting Yule”, Home for the Holidays
Kryptos: “My Love Will Bite”, T. Morri
Fzzzt!: “Give Geeks a Chance”, Alexandra Woodward
Twinkle Starship: "Shadows of a Legend", Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen
Intro Theme, "Christmas Boogie," Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
The Spiel series continues with a new installment of nominees from 2012! Dig in with you hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they take a look at another crop of prestigiously nominated, yet strangely overlooked games -- listen in to hear our thoughts on the Spiel judges' decisions!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:27:19 Kulami
00:50:21 Miss Lupun
01:14:56 Kingdom Builder
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Kulami: “T Minus 5”, Farrell Wooten
Miss Lupun: “Manhattan Mystery”, Stationary Sign
Kingdom Builder: “Wonders”, Gavin Luke
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Scares are aplenty in this year's special Halloween edition of Hidden Gems! Will poor Dean survive a night at the Kurtz's? Will Jason and Cameron do better on Chris' torturous Halloween-themed trivia game show? And, most importantly, will we find any more gems? Join your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, Bill Arney and Cameron Lockey as they bring you three fresh reviews of unusual, forgotten, and under-appreciated Halloween-themed games in this 2023 episode of Hidden Gems!
FEATURED GAMES:
00:00:00 Sketch: Chapter I - "All Little Boys Should Have A Mother"
00:04:34 Intro & Banter
00:34:29 Halloween Trivia Game Show
00:49:17 Sketch: Chapter II - "The Mind Can Become Quite Disturbed"
00:56:28 Poison
01:18:41 Sketch: Chapter III - "The Unsettling Feeling That Something Is Wrong"
01:25:26 Grave Business
01:54:23 Sketch: Chapter IV - "What It's Like To Feed"
01:59:55 The Banished
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STORY CREDITS (Sketch):
"B Is For Bogeywoman": Iain Rob Wright (with permission)
MUSIC & SOUND EFFECTS - courtesy of https://epidemicsound.comB Is For Bogeywoman Score:
"Special Treatment" - Moss Harma
"A Little Nightmare" - Spectacles Wallet and Watch
"Antagonist" - Spectacles Wallet and Watch
"Bad Dreams" - Mary Riddle
"Cold Nights" - Kikoru
"Colossal Terror" - Jon Björk
"Death Chimes" - Jon Bjork
"Deathwish Attic" - Experia
"Hours" - Max Anson
"It's Dark Outside" - Mary Riddle
"Little Susie" - Hampus Naeselius
"Murder in the Dark" - Jon Bjork
"No One Sleeps Tonight" - Leimoti
"Scary Stairsteps" - Stationary Sign
"Shivers in the Shadows" - Victor Lundberg
"Someone There?" - Victor Lundberg
"Tearing Threads" - Jon Bjork
"The Cost of Fear" - Jon Bjork
"They Vanished" - Jon Bjork
"Twilight Song" - Jon Bjork
"You're Not Hiding Very Well" - Trevor KowalskiHidden Gems Intro Theme - "Spooky Gems", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free
Game Show Theme - "Spooky Game Show", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free
Poison - "Way Past Bedtime", Stationary Sign
Grave Business - "Tales From the Grave", Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen
The Banished - "Path to the Abyss", Christoffer Moe Ditlevse
Sound Effects credits available on our website
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Castle building in the Scottish highlands, spicy peppers and a game about, well... Watch out for the smelly stuff on this episode with your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff as they step around three poo-tential gems from publisher Zoch Verlag.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:30:03 Kalimambo
00:49:04 Scharfe Schoten
01:17:48 Kilt Castle
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Kalimambo: "Bwamu", Balafola SuediScharfe Schoten: “Pots and Pancakes”, Alexandra Woodward
Kilt Castle: "Old Scottish Town", Trabant 33
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Words with sheep, network building in the islands (also with sheep) and a vicious abstract (not so much about sheep). This week, your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff take on the good and the baa-aa-ahd of three titles by designer Marcel-André Casasola Merkle.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:29:51 Attribute
00:48:55 Santa Cruz
01:16:56 Attika
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Attribute: "Cows on the Loose (60s Pop Version)", Magnus Ringblom Santa Cruz: “To the Ends of the Earth”, Edgar Hopp
Attika: "Fight Until We Die", Ruiqi Zhao
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
We all know and love this prolific designer of the Catan series, but what lesser known (or just less talked about) gems might be hiding in his repertoire? This week, join your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff as they take a look at three games by the late Klaus Teuber.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:39:29 Wacky Wacky West
01:06:56 Tumult Royale
01:36:22 Domaine
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Wacky Wacky West: "Full Moon Rag", Roy WilliamsTumult Royale: “Recorder Menuet No 1”, Cercles Nouvelles
Domaine: "British Royalty", Trailer Worx
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
In this special episode of Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney, and Cameron Lockey review three Roman-themed games including one requested by one of our Patreon Gem Miners.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:22:35 Sylla
00:51:31 Ave Caesar
01:21:39 Constantinopolis
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Sylla: "Conspiracy, Inc", Alec SlayneAve Caesar: “Bring on the Adventure”, Raymond Grouse
Constantinopolis: "Dance of the Wildcats", Deskant
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
It only took us fifty episodes to finally get serious about how hidden our gems are! In this episode, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Bill Arney dig up three games from Chris's beneath the floor boards of Chris's game room so hidden, BGG doesn't even know about them. Tune in to find out what they are.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:21:08 Toguz Korgool
00:53:34 Conquest at Kismet
01:19:56 Stacked
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Toguz Korgool: "Temple Dance", Damon GreeneConquest at Kismet: “What Do You Hear”, Marten Moses
Stacked: "Quite Right", Tiki Tiki
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
We're FINALLY back! On this special 50th episode of Hidden Gems, all your hosts, Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, Bill Arney, and Cameron Lockey gather to celebrate the occasion by reviewing three games chosen by our incredible audience, finally give away a copy of Strasbourg, and talk more than you've ever wanted about our favorite video games.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:12:28 Strasbourg Giveaway
00:19:18 Top 10 Video Games Lists
01:25:34 Quo Vadis
02:02:41 Northern Pacific
02:33:38 Santiago
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Giveaway Music: "Fly Man", JosQuo Vadis?: “Gentle Heroics”, Trevor Kowalski
Northern Pacific: "West of the Soul", River Foxcroft
Santiago: “On the Farm”, Easy Wheelers
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
TL>DL: Episode 50 is going to be delayed for a while due to some recent and upcoming host vacation schedules. Stay tuned for our next episode coming sometime in May. In the meantime, go to https://forms.gle/jWSGLAju547spScY8 and leave your review for one of the games: Northern Pacific, Quo Vadis?, and Santiago!
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
In this episode, Chris (finally) takes a break, and your hosts Jason Yanchuleff, Bill Arney, and Cameron Lockey dig into three more games designed by the same guy who brought us Potato Man and Kupferkessel Co., which each brought respectively very low, and very high marks. Is there more to Mr. Burkhardt's repertoire? Tune in to find out!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:15:08 Casa Grande
00:35:33 Trump. Tricks. Game!
00:56:12 Seeland
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Casa Grande: “Rumba de Rambla”, Los Principes del Flamenco
Trump. Tricks. Game!: "Bees", Farrell Wooten
Seeland: “Windmills”, Bonn Fields
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
There was fairly gushing praise from all the HG crew for 2 out 3 games from designer Stefan Dorra going way back to our 7th episode -- where Chris even gave out a notable two 6-ratings! And then there was Tonga Bonga ... at least Bill liked it! What will the guys think of another triumvirate of games from the same esteemed designer? Join your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff to find out!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:20:39 Eselsbrücke
00:41:44 Sluff Off!
01:10:14 MarraCash
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Eselsbrücke: “Trainee Day”, Stationary Sign
Sluff Off!: "15 South", Roy Edwin Williams
MarraCash: “Snake Dance”, Mike Franklyn
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BGG Guild #: 3874
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
"In that dream I thought the eastern sky grew dark and there was a growing thunder, but in the West a pale light lingered...doom was near at hand" In this episode of Hidden Gems, fantasy lovers and hosts Chris Alley and Cameron Lockey take on games with a beloved theme: Lord of the Rings.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:24:13 King's Gate
00:47:40 Lord of the Rings: The Cooperative Game
01:13:24 Middle Earth Quest
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Cocktail: "Paragons of Virtue", Jo WandriniKing's Gate: “Crowned Kings”, Dream Cave
Lord of the Rings Co-op: "Can I Come Home", Kikoru; "The Norman Kings", Bonnie Grace
Middle Earth Quest: “Success or Death”, Ruiki Zhao
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BGG Guild #: 3874
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Need a bit of sun and sand to kick off the new year this cold January? Also, who knew there were so many board games with the Easter Island moai as a theme? Catch some rays and find out more about these mysterious statues in this episode with your hosts Chris Alley and Jason Yanchuleff as they check out three new promising gems with Easter Island-themes.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:27:43 Easter Island
00:45:09 Rapa Nui
01:07:21 Giants
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Trivia: “Another Pineapple Please”, The Fly Guy Five Easter Island: “In the Amazonas”, Kikoru
Rapa Nui: “Tobago Blue”, Little Island Leap
Rapa Nui Muzak: “Another Pineapple Please”, The Fly Guy Five
Giants: “To Ashes”, Jon Sumner
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
It's that time of year again! Christmas cheer abounds in this final episode of 2022 where the whole Hidden Gems crew of Chris Alley, Bill Arney, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff get in the Christmas spirit with 3 new potential gems. Will any of them make the cut? How will the guys do on Chris's latest holiday-themed trivia? Will Cameron treat us to another carol or two? And do I spy some gifts to be had under the HG tree? Tune in for all the festivities!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:22:15 Holly Jolly
00:44:18 Ghosts of Christmas
01:16:16 Christmas Tree
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Banter / Trivia:
“Rockin' Sleigh Ride”, Chimney Givers
“Gathering Around the Tree”, Home for the Holidays
“Chipmunks in the Christmas Tree”, Joe E. Lee
“Jingle through the Snow”, OTE
“Together for Christmas”, Home for the Holidays
Secret Santa: “Pizzicato Dance”, Howard Harper-Barnes
Ghosts of Christmas: “The Christmas Thieves”, Leimoti
Intro Theme, "Christmas Boogie," Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License
Outro: “Jingle Bells”, Scott Gratton (https://soundcloud.com/scott-gratton)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
The Spiel series continues with a new installment of nominees from 2013! Dig in with you hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they take a look at another crop of prestigiously nominated, yet strangely overlooked games -- listen in to hear our thoughts on the Spiel judges' decisions!
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
00:20:31 Trigger!
00:34:30 Mixtour
00:54:48 Yay!
01:13:20 Divinare
01:33:22 Final Ranking of Nominated Games
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Trigger!: “One More for the Road”, Golden Age Radio
Mixtour: “Pyramid”, Hara Noda
Yay!: “Hobby Horse”, Ted Beattie
Divinare: “A Classic Noir”, Mary Riddle
Ranking Show Theme: "Feel the Heat", Golden Age Radio
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BGG Guild #: 3874
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Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
What's happening on Hidden Gems? A review for a game in the top 200, almost 100?! With Cameron and Bill out, have Chris and Jason finally lost their minds and reverted to reviewing the hotness? Find out on this latest episode when the guys check out one title far down the rankings and another not quite so much -- are there gems to be found?
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
20:28 The Ravens of Thri Sahashri
51:40 Tigris & Euphrates
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):The Ravens of Thri Sahashri: “Eventual Bloom”, Rand Aldo
Tigris & Euphrates: “Faith Arise”, Edgar Hopp
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
It's time for another SPOOKY edition of Hidden Gems! Get ready to enjoy more audio theatre, a Halloween-themed trivia game show, and more spooky stories. Your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey also bring you three fresh reviews of unusual, forgotten, and under-appreciated Halloween-themed games in this 2022 episode of Hidden Gems!
FEATURED GAMES:
00:00:00 Sketch - "Dr. Allay's Monster"
00:06:12 Intro & Banter
00:23:26 Halloween Trivia Game Show
00:32:50 Midnight Party
00:49:59 Masque of the Red Death
01:19:51 Kupferkessel Co.
BGG GEEK LIST:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
SKETCH CAST & CREDITS:
Dr. Christopher Lee Allay - Chris Alley
Yanch - Jason Yanchuleff
Cram - Cameron Lockey
Barney - Bill Arney
Frank The Green Monster - Cameron Lockey
Writer - Cameron Lockey
Audio Recording Engineer - Cameron Lockey
Sound Design - Jason Yanchuleff
Editors - Cameron Lockey, Jason Yanchuleff
MUSIC & SOUND EFFECTS - courtesy of https://epidemicsound.comHidden Gems Intro Theme - "Spooky Gems", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free
Game Show Theme - "Spooky Game Show", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free
Midnight Party - "The Friendly Ghost", Arthur Benson
Horror Stories - "The Clearing", Golden Anchor; "Ritual Mole Sacrifice", Lennon Hutton
Masque of the Red Death - "Midst of Anger", Golden Anchor; "Ritual Mole Sacrifice", Lennon Hutton; "Mongolian Barbecue", Lennon Hutton
Kupferkessel Co. - "A Hoax", Mary Riddle
Sound Effects credits available on our website
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC.
Hold your breath and stick your tongue out just right, because in this episode, taking your turn is gonna require some concentration. This time, your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney, and Cameron Lockey literally try their hands at three under-appreciated dexterity games.
FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter
18:04 Riff Raff
40:06 Arch Rival
55:16 Hibachi
BGG GEEK LIST:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
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BGG Guild #: 3874
MUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com): Riff Raff: “Sea Adventures”, Bonnie Grace
Arch Rival: “Cheesy Happy 80s”, Victor Olsson
Hibachi: “Orchid”, True Messenger
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
We're back with another trio of games from the renowned Reiner Knizia on this 40th episode of Hidden Gems with your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff and Bill Arney. Is the third time the charm for discovering even more gems from the prolific doctor? Or will we stumble across some duds? Tune in to find out!
Featured Games:
Rondo (00:18:20)
Beowulf: The Legend (00:39:22)
Indigo (01:12:37)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Rondo Theme & Elevator Musak, "Twenty Years From Now", Indigo Days, Royalty Free License
Beowulf: The Legend Theme, "The Atonement", Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen, Royalty Free License
Indigo Theme, "Pushkar Spring", Palace on Wheels, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
This week we explore two new possible hidden gems handpicked by YouTuber and board game content creator, Jon Gets Games! Join Jon, along with your regular hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they look at a route-building Euro from Queen Games and a zany auction game from Japan!
Check out Jon's work here: https://www.youtube.com/user/jongetsgames
Featured Games:
Pioneers (00:21:40)
Square On Sale (00:53:58)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Pioneers Theme, "Chicken Got No Head", River Foxcroft, Royalty Free License
Square On Sale Theme, "8-bit Sheriff", Wave Saver, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Travel the globe with your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff and Bill Arney through the colorful streets of Buenos Aires, a French medieval stronghold and the highlands of Guatemala in this latest episode shining our familiar designer spotlight on husband and wife designer duo Inka and Markus Brand.
Featured Games:
La Boca (00:20:27)
Saint Malo (00:37:39)
Guatemala Café (01:06:47)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
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Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:La Boca Theme, "Alleys of Buenos Aires", Tiki Tiki, Royalty Free License
Saint Malo Theme, "The Goths", Bonnie Grace, Royalty Free License
Guatemala Café Theme, "Peace Come Here", Tiki Tiki, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
You've heard his name in the credits and interacted with him on the BGG guild, hear from the man himself! HG Guild manager and BGG user Gidorah joins your regular hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they dive into three titles by esteemed designer Leo Colovini.
Featured Games:
Fae (00:18:43)
The Bridges of Shangri-La (00:43:30)
Magna Grecia (01:08:07)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Fae Theme, "The Storyteller", Kikoru, Royalty Free License
The Bridges of Shangri-La Theme, "Mystic Mountain", Jon Björk, Royalty Free License
Magna Grecia Theme, "In the Ruins of Etna", Trabant 33, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
What do SpongeBob SquarePants, Humpty Dumpty and Animal Farm all have in common? Why anthropomorphism of course! This week your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Bill Arney take a look at three games that employ this technique for theming. Tune in to find out if it takes these three potential hidden gems to another level!
Featured Games:
Beasty Bar (00:21:46)
Counterfeiters (00:39:56)
Mafiozoo (00:59:08)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
Follow us online:Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: https://hiddengems.games
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Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Beasty Bar Theme, “For the Music", Duckmaw, Royalty Free License
Counterfeiters Theme, “What's the Catch”, White Bones, Royalty Free License
Mafiozoo Theme, "The Melancholy Waltz", Howard Harper-Barnes, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
In the spirit of continuing the time travel theme we explored last time, this week your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey return to the history books and examine three games that were nominated for the Spiel Des Jahres in 2014, but did not win. Did the Spiel judges make the right choice? Did these games wrongly fall into obscurity? Tune in and find out!
Featured Games:
Battle Sheep (00:17:57)
Potato Man (00:39:07)
Sanssouci (01:00:23)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Battle Sheep Theme, “Groover", Carvings, Royalty Free License
Potato Man Theme, “The River Flows”, Mary Riddle, Royalty Free License
Sanssouci Theme, "Hab. Mein Wagen Voll Geladen", Traditional, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Roads! Where we're going, we don't need roads! Crank up the DeLorean and do some time-traveling with your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff and Bill Arney as they explore three potential past hidden gem games with a time-traveling theme!
Featured Games:
Legacy: Gears of Time (00:23:32)
Chrononauts (00:44:15)
Khronos (01:01:29)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
Follow us online:Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: https://hiddengems.games
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Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR8wU2vjV2RJ7C6iRuq2WcA
BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Legacy: Gears of Time Theme, “Big Time", Riverworn, Royalty Free License
Chrononauts Theme, “Theme from Obfuscators”, The Fly Guy Five, Royalty Free License
Khronos Theme, "Time Travel", Flouw, Royalty Free License
Transition Credits:
"Stegosaurus", Margareta, Royalty Free License
"Being Nostalgic", FLYIN, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Tom Vasel of The Dice Tower has had an immense impact in the world of board game reviews. He also has a reputation for occasionally ripping a game to shreds and, sometimes literally, tossing a game into the trash. In this episode, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey take a look at some of Tom's most infamous game reviews to see if they agree with Tom, or if some of these could actually be Hidden Gems.
Featured Games:
Hawaii (00:21:14)
King Chocolate (00:45:40)
Vasco Da Gama (01:08:56)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
Follow us online:Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: https://hiddengems.games
Patreon: https://patreon.com/hiddengemspodcast
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR8wU2vjV2RJ7C6iRuq2WcA
BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Hawaii Theme, “Cooper's Island", Martin Klem, Royalty Free License
King Chocolate Theme, “Time for a Long Walk”, Stationary Sign, Royalty Free License
Vasco Da Gama Theme, "Across Land and Sea", Christopher Moe, Royalty Free License
Transition, "Sideman Strut", iMovie Song, Fair Use
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Come on down! Is there more than meets the eye to our next three candidate gems? Or are they better off in the bargain bin? This week, your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arnie and Jason Yanchuleff take a look at some titles that by all appearances look like mass market games, but are they really?
Featured Games:
Blockers! (00:20:39)
The Game of 49 (00:40:46)
Montage (01:00:55)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
Follow us online:Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: https://hiddengems.games
Patreon: https://patreon.com/hiddengemspodcast
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR8wU2vjV2RJ7C6iRuq2WcA
BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Blockers! Theme, “Don't Bore Me Alberto!", Harry Edvino, Royalty Free License
The Game of 49 Theme, “Camper Song (Sting Version)”, Unknown, Royalty Free License
Montage Theme, "Greetings My Dear Fellows (Sting Version)", Unknown, Royalty Free License
Quiz Show Muzak, "Shells by the Shore", Martin Landström, Royalty Free License
Transition Credits:
"Stegosaurus", Margareta, Royalty Free License
"Being Nostalgic", FLYIN, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
This episode, we are joined by honored guest host Mitch Resk of Neat & Nerdy. We'll be rolling dice to seek out juicy termites, then trying our best to not be suspicious in a game of monks, murder, and manipulation. See if these two titles by renowned designer Stefan Feld deserve to be called hidden gems!
Also, check out Mitch's awesome game reviews on Instagram: @neat_and_nerdy!
Featured Games:
It Happens.. (00:29:59)
The Name of the Rose (00:59:09)
Hidden Gems Geek List:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/289922/hidden-gems-podcast-game-ratings
Follow us online:Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: https://hiddengems.games
Patreon: https://patreon.com/hiddengemspodcast
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR8wU2vjV2RJ7C6iRuq2WcA
BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:It Happens.. Theme, “I Dream of Purple Unicorns", Eoin Mantell, Royalty Free License
The Name of the Rose Theme, “Beyond the Western Hills”, Gabriel Lewis, Royaty Free License
Bourbon Drinking Muzak, "Just for the Night", Riverworn, Royalty Free License
Transition Credits:
"Stegosaurus", Margareta, Royalty Free License
"Being Nostalgic", FLYIN, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Take it easy, relax to the soothing sounds of muzak and paint some happy little trees on this episode of Hidden Gems. This time, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Bill Arnie dive into some lesser known titles from esteemed publisher Eagle Gryphon Games.
Featured Games:Take It Easy! (00:22:42)
Cubist (00:39:38)
Pastiche (00:58:30)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Take It Easy! Theme, “Tristesse de Martin", TAGE, Royalty Free License
Cubist Theme, “String Quartet No. 9 in A Major, K. 169: I. Molto Allegro”, Traditional, Royaty Free License
Pastiche Theme, "Touring", Riverworn, Royalty Free License
Transition Credits:
"Stegosaurus", Margareta, Royalty Free License
"Being Nostalgic", FLYIN, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
There's no time for analysis paralysis this week on Hidden Gems! In fact, an extra cup of coffee might serve better than this episode's featured cocktail when playing the games we look at in this episode. This time your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey explore three time-sensitive real-time games.
Featured Games:Falling (00:18:13)
Gold Und Rum (00:42:34)
Nine Tiles Panic (01:03:01)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Falling Theme, “Peculiar Findings", Gerard Franklin, Royalty Free License
Gold und Rum Theme, “A Slight Misstep”, Mac Taboel, Royaty Free License
Nine Tiles Panic Theme, "Chasing Snakes", Martin Landström, Royalty Free License
Transition Credits:
"Stegosaurus", Margareta, Royalty Free License
"Being Nostalgic", FLYIN, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Come explore a novel and exciting new theme never before seen in the board game hobby -- transporting stuff on ships! Which is saltier, the water and wind in your face sailing the saline seas of this trio of shipping games, or the thoughts of your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Bill Arnie? Join us and find out on this sailing-themed episode of Hidden Gems!
Featured Games:Traders of Osaka (00:18:31)
Before the Wind (00:38:17)
Upon a Salty Ocean (00:59:54)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Traders of Osaka Theme, “Greeted in Osaka", Sight of Wonders, Royalty Free License
Before the Wind Theme, “Fair Winds and Following Seas”, Golden Anchor, Royaty Free License
Upon a Salty Ocean Theme, "Sailing", Gary the Canary, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
It's time to celebrate! After rounding out the first full year of the show, your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff take a look back at two previously reviewed games -- but with a twist! Then they take on one controversial new game. See if they can dig up some more gems in this special anniversary episode!
Featured Games:Nefertiti Expansion (00:24:44)
Die Dolmengötter - Block Cycling Variant (00:43:49)
Phoenicia (01:08:10)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Nefertiti Theme, “Nomadic Sunset", Alexander Nakarada, Royalty Free License
Die Dolmengötter Theme, “Isle of Mist”, Breathing Tides, Royaty Free License
Phoenicia Theme, "Guardians", Dream Cave, Royalty Free License
Montage Background Song 1, "Captain Fancy Fever", Wanda Shakes, Royalty Free License
Montage Background Song 2, "Basement Dancing", The New Fools, Royalty Free License
Montage Background Song 3, "Flight Over LA", Radio Night, Royalty Free License
Montage Background Song 4, "It Ain't Too Much", Wanda Shakes, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
The three O.G. musketeers are finally back together! This week, your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff explore three games well suited for three players.
Featured Games:Seikatsu (00:20:27)
Haggis (00:42:27)
Three Kingdoms Redux (01:03:08)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Seikatsu Theme, “Japanese Garden", Sight of Wonders, Royalty Free License
Haggis Theme, “An Phis Fhiliuch”, Public Domain, Performed/Recorded by Cameron Lockey
Three Kingdoms Redux Theme, "The Unexplored", Philip Ayers, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Strap on your headlamp and delve deeper into the mine this week as the guys, along with guest host Ben Anderson, attempt to unearth more gems from the world of cube rails games and explore the work of designer John Bohrer.
Featured Games:Iberian Railways (00:22:19)
Gulf, Mobile & Ohio (00:42:40)
Samarkand: Routes to Riches (01:00:51)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Iberian Railways Theme, “Fire Dance", Andrés Cantú, Royalty Free License
Gulf, Mobile & Ohio Theme, “Vagabond Train”, Dez Moran, Royalty Free License
Samarkand Theme, "Ala Shawiti Digle", Ali Sabah, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
It's the epic battle of wits we've all been waiting for! In this episode, the rivalry between your hosts Chris and Bill reaches its pinnacle as the two gamers face each other in the two player episode of the new year!
Featured Games:Epigo (00:17:53)
Victory & Glory: Napoleon (00:35:50)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Epigo Theme, “Min Wahi El Lami", Ali Sabah, Royalty Free License
Victory & Glory: Napoleon Theme, “Ready For War”, Philip Ayers, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Christmas time's a-coming! This time your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Bill Arney celebrate the Christmas holiday by digging into three Christmas, or at least Christmas-adjacent themed board games.
Featured Games:12 Days of Christmas (00:25:36)
Gingerbread House (00:45:21)
Santa's Workshop (01:05:09)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Intro Theme, "Christmas Boogie," Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License12 Days of Christmas Theme, “3 and a Half Days of Flavor", Cameron Lockey, Tune Public Domain
Gingerbread Theme, “Sneaky Theft”, Stationary Sign, Royalty Free License
Santa's Workshop Theme, "Christmas Wonders", Howard Harper, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
The Doctor we all love is back in the house! In this episode, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey continue their journey through the vast library of games designed by Dr. Reiner Knizia.
Featured Games:Relationship Tightrope (00:30:09)
Rheinlander (00:48:50)
Orongo (01:14:11)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Relationship Tightrope Theme, “Lush Meadows", Martin Landstrom, Royalty Free License
Rheinlander Theme, “Kingdoms Will Rise”, Max Anson, Royalty Free License
Orongo, "Blue Bora Baby", Little Island Leap, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Irk those hedgehogs, gear up the space thrusters, and ... pray? meditate? as you prepare to race forward on the search for gems. In this episode, your hosts Chris and Jason along with guest host Bill Arnie go on the hunt for the checkered flag in three lesser-known racing games.
Featured Games:Igel Ärgern (00:20:21)
Powerships (00:40:20)
Sator Arepo Tenet Opera Rotas (00:59:54)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Igel Ärgern Theme, “How About an Old Fashioned", Harper Rey, Royalty Free License
Powerships Theme, “Beyond Elysium (Instrumental Version)”, Wellmess, Royalty Free License
Sator Arepo Tenet Opera Rotas Theme, "Return of Light", Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
What other hobby allows you to taste some stew, build an ancient wonder and commit financial fraud all in the same evening ... or episode? Join your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff as they delve into 3 lesser known titles by the prolific but endangered Tasty Minstrel Games.
Featured Games:Burgoo (00:27:39)
Architects of the Colosseum (00:48:26)
Ponzi Scheme (01:06:59)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Burgoo Theme, “Bloodroot Mountain", River Foxcroft, Royalty Free License
Architects of the Colosseum Theme, “Arriving in Ancient Rome”, Kikoru, Royalty Free License
Ponzi Scheme Theme, "As Time Passes", Golden Age Radio, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Be prepared to be freaked this Friday, for this formation of fearful game reviews will freeze your blood and furrow your brow! It's Halloween, and your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey are excited to present a spooky take on gaming with three Halloween-themed board game reviews!
Chapters:"The House of the Hidden (Gems)" (Sketch) (00:00:00)
Banter (00:03:41)Fearsome Floors (00:34:33)
Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (00:55:52)
Halloween (01:19:11)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:The House of the Hidden (Gems) Score, "Mr. Wilson Visits", Mary Riddle, Royalty Free License
The House of the Hidden (Gems) Score, "A Cradle Song", Mary Riddle, Royalty Free License
"The House of the Hidden (Gems)", Sound EffectsSpooky Hidden Gems Theme, "Backyard Boogieman", Travis LockeyFearsome Floors Theme, “Scary Stairsteps", Stationary Sign, Royalty Free License
Jekyll & Hyde Theme, “Mischievous Operations”, Alfie-Jay Winters, Royalty Free License
Halloween Theme, "The Friendly Ghost", Arthur Benson, Royalty Free License
Two Sentence Horror Stories, "Unfettered and Unchained", Golden Anchor
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
In this episode of Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff let the choo-choo trains pass by and take some time to explore two of renown board game designer Martin Wallace's lesser known titles.
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Featured Games:La Strada (00:33:38)
Struggle of Empires (00:52:13)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:La Strada Theme, “One Last Battle", Edgar Hopp, Royalty Free License
Struggle of Empires Theme, “Oceanic Adventure”, Bonnie Grace, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
We've covered plenty of under-appreciated and forgotten games, now it's time to journey into the unusual. In this episode of Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris Alley and Jason Yanchuleff, along with guest host Bill Arnie explore three potential gems with unusual mechanics.
Featured Games:
Time 'n' Space (00:22:17)
Sidibaba (00:41:17)
Code of Nine (00:59:50)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:
Time 'n' Space Theme, “Fugent", Lupus Nocte, Creative Commons 0 License
Sidibaba Theme, “Arabic Guesthouse”, Sight of Wonders, Creative Commons 0 License
Code of Nine Theme, “Alone in the Forest”, Kikoru, Creative Commons 0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Battle for kingdoms, sail the high seas and explore the world in this episode of Hidden Gems. This time your hosts Chris Alley and Jason Yanchuleff, along with guest host Dan Smith dive into three lesser known games designed by the renowned Wolfgang Kramer.
Featured Games:Saga (00:20:45)
El Capitan (00:40:07)
Expedition: Famous Explorers (01:01:51)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Saga Theme, “Ready For War", Philip Ayers, Creative Commons 0 License
El Capitan Theme, “To Pirate Cove”, Adriel Fair, Creative Commons 0 License
Expedition: Famous Explorers Theme, “Sahara Cowboy”, Arc De Soleil, Creative Commons 0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
In this episode of Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey put their big boy pants on to stack, dance (?) and fence their way through three abrasive abstract board games.
Post Avatar Chat Spoilers: 00:11:35
Chris & Cameron chat about Avatar: The Last Air Bender for a bit starting at 00:05:16. Skip ahead if you don't want us to spoil the show for you!
Featured Games:Rumis (00:23:39)
Die Dolmengötter (00:40:21)
Terra Nova (01:00:25)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Rumis Theme, “This Is Our Hut”, Trabant 33, Creative Commons 0 License
Die Dolmengötter Theme, “Isle of Mist”, Breathing Tides, Creative Commons 0 License
Terra Nova Theme, “Peace in the Realm”, Bonnie Grace, Creative Commons 0 License
Cameron Spills Water on His Laptop Theme, "Local Forecast", Kevin McLeod, Creative Commons 0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
To the moon this week as your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey and Jason Yanchuleff explore three lesser know games from prolific designer Alan R. Moon. Also tune in for a few new exciting developments in the life of the podcast!
Featured Games:Oasis (00:18:42)
King's Breakfast (00:42:45)
Andromeda (00:55:39)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Oasis Theme, “Heavenly Feathers”, Deskant, Creative Commons 0 License
King's Breakfast Theme, “A Feast for a King”, Jerry Lacey, Creative Commons 0 License
Andromeda Theme, “Raging Fires”, Edgar Hopp, Creative Commons 0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
In this episode, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey team up with the Dads on a Map podcast hosts, James Geist and Nick "Sanchez" Sanchez to talk games, review a Dads on a Map favorite hidden gem, and go toe to toe in a little friendly board game trivia contest, hosted by Dylan St. Clair!
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Segments:
Q&A: 00:07:29
Portobello Market: 00:39:46
Trivia: 01:19:51
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Portobello Market Theme, “Toss Me the Tomatoes” Raymond Grouse, Epidemic Sound Royalty Free License
Podcast Clash Trivia Theme, “Captain Fancy Fever”, Wanda Shakes, Epidemic Sound Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
The stakes are high in this episode of Hidden Gems, as your hosts Chris and Cameron battle it out head-to-head in three under-appreciated and forgotten two player games while Jason is out on vacation!
Check out the music of podcast music composer, Travis Lockey at his Earendel music project:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC022BxaFoi641SGZcTmNJAg
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/earendelmusic
Featured Games:Revolver (00:19:22)
Resistor (00:38:55)
Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation (00:54:45)
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BGG Guild #: 3874
Credits:Revolver Theme, “Sun Up and Gunned Down” Bryan Teoh, Creative Commons 0 License
Resistor Theme, “Spec Ops”, Rafael Krux, Creative Commons 0
Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation Theme, “Light and Shadow”, Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Put on your puffiest vest and jump in Doc Brown’s DeLorean with your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey as they go back in time to review three forgotten Spiel De Jahres winners!
Featured Games:Heimlich & Co. (00:34:10)
Hoity Toity (00:52:24)
Niagra (01:17:08)
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Credits:Heimlich & Co Theme, “Catch You if I Can” White Bones, Epidemic Sound, Royalty Free License
Hoity Toity Theme, “Violin Concerto in E Major”, Antonio Vivaldi, Creative Commons 0, acquired at Musopen.org
Niagra Theme, “Waterfall River 1”, SFX Producer, Epidemic Sound Royalty Free License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Hope you're hungry for more hidden gems! Your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey join special guest host Talia Alley as they sink their teeth into three lesser-known games by designer Corné van Moorsel.
Featured Games:BasketBoss (00:23:13)
Gipsy King (00:43:31)
Habitats (01:01:07)
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Web: https://hiddengems.games
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Credits:BasketBoss Theme, “Moonglow” Arlo Young, Epidemic Sound, Royalty Free License
Gipsy King Theme, “Kalimba Relaxation Music”, Kevin McLeod, Creative Commons 0
Habitats Theme, “River Meditation”, Jason Shaw, Creative Commons 0
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
It's time to pick up your tools and jump in the rail cart, because this time your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey are delving deep into three unusual mining themed games, as well as an update on our BGG mining efforts!
Featured Games:Dwarves, Inc (00:17:33)
Freya's Folly (00:36:43)
Cavum (00:58:13)
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Web: https://hiddengems.games
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Credits:Dwarves, Inc. Theme, “Gates of Stone”, Travis Lockey, Creative Commons 0 License
Freya's Folly Theme, “Go On Without Me", Bryan Teoh, Creative Commons 0 License
Cavum Theme, “Mountain Air”, Cody Francis, Royalty Free with Epidemic Sound
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Get ready to deal 'em out and fan your hand because this time your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey talk card games with special guest Mike Baglio. Tune in as they discuss two interesting trick-taking games, and one other unusual card game.
Featured Games:Smiley Face (00:17:26)
Bargain Hunter (00:33:00)
Hungarian Tarokk (00:51:21)
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Web: https://hiddengems.games
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Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
Credits:Smiley Face Theme, “Wakka Wakka”, Brian Teoh, Royalty License from Epidemic Sound
Bargain Hunter Theme, “Secondhand Money", Travis Lockey, Creative Commons 0 License
Hungarian Tarokk Theme, “Vaserut”, Horna Spelmän, Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
This time on Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris, Jason, Cameron, and special guest Bill Arney rebuild cities and race ships in an exciting exploration of three of game designer Stefan Dorra’s most under-appreciated board games.
Featured Games:Hellas (00:25:40)
Tonga Bonga (00:46:23)
Medina (01:06:42)
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Web: https://hiddengems.games
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Credits:Hellas Theme, “Urban Sunrise”, Exzel Music Publishing (freemusicpublication.com), Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License
Tonga Bonga Theme, “Epic Blockbuster 2, Rafael Krux, Creative Commons 0 License
Medina Theme, “Forward”, Earendel, Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
It's time to go mano a mano ... brewing tea? -- this time it's all about the 2 player games! Join your hosts Chris Alley and Jason Yanchuleff as they battle it out 1v1 with 3 new potential hidden gems during Cameron's absence.
Featured Games:
Shanghaien (00:16:27)
Matcha (00:34:06)
Aton (00:54:34)
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Web: https://hiddengems.games
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
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Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
Credits:
Shanghaien Theme, "Windy Old Weather", Kevin MacLeod, Creative Commons 0 License
Matcha Theme, "Coy Koi", Anonymous, Creative Commons 0 License
Aton Theme, "Breaking Bollywood", Kevin MacLeod, Creative Commons 0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
All aboard! Explore the Welsh countryside (including sheep!), take another dive into the world of string games and pioneer new rail lines across the U.S. in this new episode with your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey as they steam onward in the quest for gems with three unusual, forgotten, and under-appreciated train games.
Featured Games:
Ivor The Engine (00:18:17)
String Railways (00:44:15)
Santa Fe Rails (00:57:47)
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Web: https://hiddengems.games
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
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Credits:
Ivor The Engine Theme, "Ivor's Jig", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License
String Railways Theme, "Sciencenet Theme", Kevin MacLeod, Creative Commons 0 License
Santa Fe Rails Theme, "Murder On The Bayou", Bryan Teoh, Creative Commons 0 License
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Soar above the peaks of skyscrapers, sail gem-laden ships into harbor, and traverse the deserts of ancient Babylon in this first-ever publisher spotlight episode. This time, your hosts Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey explore three unusual, forgotten, and under-appreciated games published by Ystari Games.
Featured Games:
- Metropolys (00:22:09)
- Ys (00:00:43:23)
- Amyitis (01:02:40)
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- Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
- Web: https://hiddengems.games
- Instagram: @hiddengems.games
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- Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
Credits:
- Metropolys Theme, "Favorite", Alexander Nakarada, Creative Commons 0 License
- Ys Theme, "Rulers Of Our Lands", Rafael Krux, Creative Commons 0 License
- Amyitis Theme, "Bollywood Groove", Kevin MacLeod, Creative Commons 0 License
- Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Feel like a German Vacation? In this installment of Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast, you might want to kick back with one as your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff discuss the background and accomplishments of prolific board game designer Reiner Knizia, followed by a look at three of his unusual and under-appreciated games.
Featured Games:
- Wildlife Safari (00:15:59)
- Money! (00:32:39:22)
- Spectaculum (00:46:45)
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- Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
- Web: https://hiddengems.games
- Instagram: @hiddengems.games
- Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
- Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
Credits:
- Wildlife Safari Theme, "Energizing", Kevin MacLeod, Creative Commons 0 License
- Money! Theme, "Money!", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License
- Spectaculum Theme, "Spectaculum", Travis Lockey, Royalty Free License
- Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Going once! Going twice! Sold to the player with the blue meeple! In this episode of Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast, we are talking all about auction games. Your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff dig into the topic of auction games in general, and give their own impressions of three unusual, forgotten, and under-appreciated auction games, including one of Chris's favorites designed by the renowned Stefan Feld.
Note: We apologize for the technical issues with Cameron's mic in this episode. We are committed to preventing these issues moving forward. Thanks for listening anyway!
Featured Games:
- Palazzo (00:08:47)
- Nefertiti (00:23:22)
- Strasbourg (00:41:18)
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- Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
- Web: https://hiddengems.games
- Instagram: @hiddengems.games
- Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
- Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
Credits:
- Palazzo Theme, "Connecting Rainbows", Kevin MacLeod
- Nefertiti Theme, "Nomadic Sunset", Alexander Nakarada
- Strasbourg Theme, "The Crown", Alexander Nakarada
- Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. All music listed in credits is licensed under a Creative Commons 0 license. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
Wondrous treasures, slippery creatures, and rolling stones abound in this pilot episode of Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast! Your hosts Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff debut the show with a cartful of hand-picked unusual, forgotten, and under-appreciated board games.
Featured games:
- Curios (00:04:26)
- String Savanna (00:30:41)
- Via Appia (00:40:41)
Follow us online:
Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: http://hiddengems.games
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
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Twitter: @hiddengemsboard
Credits:
Curios Theme, "Desert Fox Underscore ", Rafael Krux
String Savanna Theme, "Ambient Bongos", Alexander Nakarada
Via Appia Theme, "The Crown", Alexander Nakarada
Logo Design, Katelyn Nieto, @itskatelynnieto
Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast was produced and edited by Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey, and Jason Yanchuleff in Raleigh, NC. All music listed in credits is licensed under a Creative Commons 0 license. The Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast theme is licensed under a royalty free license contract.
In this pre-launch, off-cycle episode, your hosts, Chris Alley, Jason Yanchuleff, and Cameron Lockey introduce the podcast. Tune in to discover what Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast is all about, why they started it, and what sort of games they will be reviewing. You will also learn a little more about the hosts themselves and their expectations for the podcast.
Follow us online:
Email: hiddengemsboardgamepodcast@gmail.com
Web: http://hiddengems.games
Instagram: @hiddengems.games
Facebook: @hiddengemsboardgamepodcast
Twitter: @hiddengemsboard