Our Turn! Women on Gaming: Recent Episodes
Cathy, Ella, Maida, Melissa, Nicole, & Sarah
Our Turn Podcast is made up of a group of women who are pulling out the chairs around the table and inviting everyone to sit down and join the game and the conversation. Gaming is a fun social hobby that invites conversation, interaction, and connection between people of diverse backgrounds and points of view. Sitting across the game table and engaging in an entertaining pastime can break down barriers and open up lines of communication. We plan to use this podcast to be a positive, inclusive, and active voice in the gaming industry and the gaming community-at-large.
In this episode, Cathy is joined by Sarah Reed to talk about the friends made while gaming.
In this episode, Cathy is joined by Sara Tedrick Parikh and Kathleen Mercury to talk about games to take with you when you travel.
In this episode, Cathy is joined by Danielle Reynolds, and Kathleen Mercury to talk about building a design group.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Doc Cross & Jesse Metcalf to the show and they talk about the 5th edition of Dungeons & Dragons.
In this episode, Cathy, Sarah Reed, and Jesse Metcalf talk about the games they've played and then we discuss how we've been gaming during 2020.
In this episode, Cathy & Glenn Cotter talk about how to get friendly with that negative voice in your head.
In this episode, Cathy & Sarah talk about the games they've played recently, and then they delve into their favorite board game apps.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Jordan Marshall to the co-host seat and we talk playing D&D on Twitch and then she interviews Debra Hoenig Parizek about her role-playing game system - Everyverse RPG.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Erin Dean & Bez Shahriari to the co-host seat and we talk about the games that are still great long after their initial publication and Cathy interviews Brett Fodor about his new game, Dino Duel.
In this episode, Cathy & Sarah Reed talk about the games they·ve played including Fire in the Library, Herbaceous Sprouts, and Altiplano and then they discuss how gaming helps your mental health; Sarah McGill from Espionage Party talks about what a LARP is and is not.
In Episode 104, Cathy & Mark talk about the games they’ve played recently including Altiplano, Stone Age, The Gallerist, and Dungeon Petz; then Roger & Lizzie discuss the drafting mechanic, and finally, Mark & Cathy share ideas on how to upgrade, augment, or organize your individual games.
In this episode, Cathy & Nicole talk about the games they've played recently including Dungeon Mayhem, Istanbul: The Dice Game, Anatomy Park, and Galactic Scoundrels; Sarah and Will Reed talk game design, and Cathy interviews Becky Anninson about her new role-playing game, Bite Me!.
In this episode, Cathy & Nicole talk about the games they've played recently including Dungeon Mayhem, Istanbul: The Dice Game, Anatomy Park, and Galactic Scoundrels; Sarah and Will Reed talk game design, and Cathy interviews Becky Anninson about her new role-playing game, Bite Me!.
In this episode, Cathy & Kathleen talk about the games they've played recently including Reykholt, One Deck Dungeon, Keyper, and Wingspan; Jesse Metcalf and Jordan Marshall talk about what it means to be a Game Master, and Cathy interviews Sara Perry about her new board gaming online zine, A Seat at the Table.
In Episode 101, Cathy reviews Ingenious and On Tour, and she shares her thoughts on Terraforming Mars with all of the expansions; and then she interviews Helaina Cappel about In The Hall of the Mountain King on Kickstarter.
In this episode, nearly the entire OTP crew and some special guests join me to celebrate the 100th episode. We talk about what brought each of us to the show, What we hope to see in gaming in 2019, and our favorite game mechanics. We also hear some special messages from listeners, contributors, and past guests.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Heather O’Neill, the designer of Meeple Party, to the co-host seat and they talk about the games they’ve played recently including Azul, Kingdom Builder, Patchwork Express, and Terraforming Mars: Colonies; and Cathy interviews Steven Aramini about his new game, Animal Kingdoms.
In this episode, Cathy & Sarah Reed talk about the games they·ve played recently; and then they talk about the 2019 board game challenges they are undertaking. Also, AnnaMaria Jackson-Phelps stops in to share an exciting announcement.
In this episode, Cathy & Kathleen talk about the games they've played recently, including Wingspan, 6 Nimmt, Gaia Project, and Tak; and Cathy interviews Elizabeth Hargrave about her new game, Wingspan.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Sara Tedrick Parikh to the co-host seat and we talk games to play on New Year·s Eve and then Cathy interviews Anne Holmes about the Midwinter Gaming Convention in Wisconsin.
In Episode #95, Cathy welcomes Nicole back to the show and they talk about RPG character creation.
In Episode #94, Cathy & Sarah talk about the games they played recently including Fireball Island, Sword Crafters, and Herbaceous, and then they talk about their favorite Games with Dice.
In Episode 93, Cathy, Nicole, & AnnaMaria talk about the games they·ve played the most over the past year. Games include 7 Wonders, Terraforming Mars, and Red Dragon Inn.
In this episode Cathy & Mark talk about the games they·ve played recently; and then they talk about season-themed games, and Jesse tells us about Gaming Burn-Out.
In this episode, Cathy & Sarah talk about the games they've been playing and then Roger and Lizzie tell us about their recent game conventions and what games they've gotten to the table lately.
In Episode #90, Cathy & Jesse talk about the games they've played recently; and then they discuss what makes for a great experience at conventions.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes AnnaMaria Jackson-Phelps to the show and they talk about their favorite games in the Board Game Geek.com Top 50 list and why those games made that list.
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In this episode, Cathy & Sarah welcome Flip Flory from Flip Flory's Super Saturday Board Game Serial to the show to discuss what makes a good experience in a game store; and Sarah tells us about being a Guest of Honor at Rincon.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Kathleen Mercury back to the co-host seat and we discuss Roll & Write Games; and Cathy interviews Carla Kopp from Weird Giraffe Games about Dreams of Tomorrow.
In this episode, Cathy & Jesse talk about the games they've played recently; Cathy interviews Diane and Nick Sauer about their game, Born to Serve; and Sarah Reed interviews Daniel Bishop about his game, Nevera Duels.
In this episode, Cathy & Mark talk about what makes a good game expansion; and Cathy interviews Heather O'Niell about her new game, Meeple Party.
In this episode, Cathy & welcomes Lizzie Bell to the co-host seat and we talk about the games they·ve played recently; and Cathy interviews Jamie Noble Frier about his new game, Hero Masters: The Epic Game About Epic Fails.
In this episode, Cathy & Jesse talk about the games they·ve played recently; and Cathy interviews Linda Wrobel from EngagedFamilyGaming.com about gaming with children of all ages.
In this episode, Cathy & Sarah Reed talk about the conventions they·ve attended recently; and Cathy interviews Donna Pryor from Orca Con.
In this episode Cathy, Sarah Reed, & Kathleen Mercury talk about Games with creatures from myths, legends, literature, and movies.
In this episode, Cathy talks about the games she·s played recently, and she interviews Janice Turner of Wren Games about her new game, Assembly, and winning the first ever Jelly Bean Games Scholarship for Game Designers.
In this episode, Cathy talks about the games she’s played recently; and she interviews Erin Dean about her documentary called Board Game Boom and her new book called For the Love of Board Games.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Dave Neiling, Tom Shriver, and Lizzy McGrevey from the Drinking Meeples Podcast to the show and they talk about The Jones Theory of Collecting Games and Jesse gives some advice on starting an RPG campaign.
In this episode Cathy welcomes game designers Kathleen Mercury and Emelie van Rodin to the show and they talk about game design.
In this episode, Cathy & Jesse talk about the games they·ve played recently; and they discuss games that excel at Central themes.
In Episode #74, Cathy & Mark talk about the games they·ve played recently; and Cathy interviews Tara Clapper about the Dragon Thrones LARP.
In Episode #71, Cathy & Annette talk about the games they've played recently; and they discuss their favorite 3-player games.
In this episode Cathy welcomes Carla Kopp and Tony Miller to the show and they talk about the games they·ve played recently and they discuss Tony·s new game, Fire in the Library.
In Episode #71, Cathy, Sarah, & Kathleen discuss overcoming Imposter Syndrome in the Gaming Hobby.
In this episode, Cathy & Mark talk about the games they've played recently; and Cathy interviews John Cleaveland & Leslie Loy about West Coast Megagames.
In Episode #68, Cathy is joined by Jesse Metcalf and they talk about the games they’ve played recently; and Cathy interviews Greg Loring Albright about his game based on the classic novel, Moby Dick.
In this episode Cathy & Sarah talk about the games they·ve played recently; and Cathy interviews Vee Hendro & Haley Gordon about their RPG: The Good Society
In this episode Cathy is joined by Annette Villa from Netters Plays and they talk about their favorite games designed by people of color.
In this episode Cathy & Sarah talk about the games they·ve played; Roger and Lizzie talk about their recent gaming experiences, and Cathy interviews Jordan Draper about his Tokyo Series of games.
In Episode #64, Cathy's husband, Mark joins her and they talk about a mega game they played in, review a game with mercurial equines, and discuss their favorite games designed by women.
In this episode Cathy & Sarah talk about what they·ve been playing lately and Cathy interviews Kelly & Becky Rolfe from the Board Games in Bed Podcast.
In this special episode, Cathy Ford, Sarah Reed, Sarah Graybill, Frank Vicari, John Shulters, and Mark Ford talk about what they are looking forward to doing and playing in 2018.
In this episode, Cathy & Sarah Graybill talk about predictions for 2018 in the gaming hobby, and Cathy Interviews interviews Kira Peavley and Mark Burke from Kolossal Games about starting up and running a game publishing company.
In this episode Cathy, Sarah, & Jesse talk about their 2017 Game Challenges; and Cathy interviews game designer, Kira Magrann.
In this episode Cathy & Katie Aidely talk about Game Difficulty; Roger and Lizzie share their latest convention adventures, and Cathy interviews Teri Litorco from Geek & Sundry.
In this episode, Cathy and Sarah Graybill talk about holiday-themed games, and Roger Bell-West tells us about his experience at Essen Spiel 2017.
In this episode Cathy, Sarah, Amanda, Mark, and Frank are at ConQuest Avalon in Sacramento, CA where we talk about Community; Frank does a review of Nemo·s War; and we play a game with members of the audience.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode56
In this episode the cast and crew of Our Turn answer listener questions about all kinds of topics; Frank does a review of D-Day Dice; and Cathy interviews Game Designer, Angela Dickens.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode55
In this episode Cathy welcomes Annette Villa and Sarah Graybill to the show for a discussion on Amazing Card Art; and Cathy interviews Heather and Chris O·Neil from 9th Level Games.
In this episode, Cathy and Sarah talk about their favorite food-themed games; and Cathy interviews Kathleen Mercury, a new host on Inverse Genius·s Games in Schools & Libraries Podcast.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode53
In this episode Cathy interviews Diane Sauer from Shoot Again Games and they discuss her path to becoming a game designer and her current Kickstarter project: Bigfoot vs. Yeti; and Frank tells us about one of his favorite games, Arkham Horror: The Card Game.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode52
In this episode, Cathy chats with Mandi Hutchinson & Suzanne Sheldon from The Dice Tower and Board Game Breakfast.
In this episode Cathy welcomes Jessica Davis, Jesse Metcalf, and Frank Vicari to the show to discuss Convention Games; Frank tells us about a new way to carry games to game night, and Cathy interviews Stephanie Straw from On Board Games and BoardGameGeek.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode50
In this episode Cathy & Sarah talk about Amazing Art in Games and Cathy talks with Tara Clapper from The Geek Initiative about her online Live Action Role Playing Game called Chariot LARP.
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Annette Villa back to the Guest Host seat and they discuss Abstract Games; and Cathy interviews Sarah Graybill, John Shulters, and Randy Hoyt about their newest project, Spy Club.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode48
In this episode Cathy & Sarah welcome a new host to the show and we discuss Olde West Themed Games; and Cathy Interviews Maury Brown from New World Magiscola about her new board game.
In this episode Cathy welcomes Sarah Graybill to the show as a guest host and they discuss how women & girls are depicted in games; Jesse gives us advice on being a game master; and Cathy interviews Carla Kopp from Weird Giraffe Games
In this episode Cathy welcomes Annette Villa back to the show and they discuss Ancient Era Themed Games, Frank shares his experience with Peloponnes: The Card Game and Cathy interviews David Orange about the Doomtown: Reloaded expansion.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode45
In this episode Sarah and Cathy give an update on how we·re doing with our 2017 Board Game Challenges; and Cathy talks with Edward and Amanda from Heavy Cardboard.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode44
In this episode, Cathy chats with Lea Culliton who is President of Haba USA about Gaming with Children.
Show Notes: http://ourturnpodcast.com/Episode43
This is a short episode to share some news and an interview with Peter Hayward and Nicole Perry of Jelly Bean Games. We talk about Peter's new game and Nicole's experience as a woman working in the gaming industry.
In this episode Sarah and Cathy talk about Worker Placement games; Frank tells us about playing Viticulture solo; and Cathy interviews Katie Aidley from Katie·s Game Corner
In this episode Cathy and Jesse talk about Party Games; Frank tells us about a hiking game; and Cathy interviews Mason Weaver of The Five By Podcast.
In this episode, the Our Turn Podcast Team answers your questions, and Cathy has a chat with Suzanne Sheldon of The Dice Tower’s Board Game Breakfast.
In this episode Cathy welcomes her husband, Mark Ford, and Jesse Metcalf to the show to talk about our favorite Space Themed Games; and she also has an interview with Eerko & Suzan Vissering about their Board Game Stats app, and Jesse talks about spac
In this episode, Sarah, Jesse, and Cathy talk about two player games, and Cathy interviews Tanya DePass about diversity in gaming.
In this episode, Cathy talks about Card Drafting Games. She also interviews game designers, Alice Davis & Matt Jacobs.
Show Notes: http://OurTurnPodcast.com/Episode37
In this episode Sarah, Jessica, and Cathy talk about games to play during summer vacations; Frank tells us about Race for the Galaxy; and Cathy interviews the authors of a book encouraging girls to stay in STEM courses.
In this episode Sarah, Jessica, and Cathy talk about games to play during summer vacations; Frank tells us about Race for the Galaxy; and Cathy interviews the authors of a book encouraging girls to stay in STEM courses.
In this episode Cathy welcomes Annette Villa back to the show and they talk about Games with Robots; and Frank gives us a solo review of At the Gates of Loyang.
In this episode Jessica, Sarah, and Cathy celebrate the show·s 1 year anniversary; and Jesse talks about Session Zero of a role-playing game.
You can find our show notes at http://www.OurTurnPodcast.com/Episode34
In this episode, Cathy welcomes Kelly North Adams back to the show and they discuss games from their childhood; Frank tells us about his visit to Kubla Con, Roger and Lizzie tell us about the UK Games Expo and Cathy interviews Sarah and Will Reed about the
In this episode Sarah and Cathy give a report on their 2017 Game Challenges; Frank tells us about One Deck Dungeon; and Cathy interviews Sheena VanDeVanter about Chupacabra Con in Texas.
In this episode Cathy tells you about a very different style of game and she does an interview about a summer Live Action Role Playing Game experience.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah welcome Mandi Hutchinson, Tracy Thillman, and Stefane Labeau from To Die For Games to the show and they talk about gaming with coworkers and Jesse tells us about 13th Age.
In this episode Cathy welcomes Maury Brown back to the show and they talk about games used to relax; Carrie tells us about Chuck·s Challenge, and Cathy has a conversation with Laila Shabir about Girls Make Games.
In this episode Sarah and Cathy talk about role-playing games, Carrie tells us about Super Dungeon Tactics, and Frank tells us about playing Colonists solo.
In this episode Cathy & Sarah talk with Dr. Michael Heron of Meeple Like Us and we welcome two new contributors to the show.
In this episode Frank and Cathy talk about our experiences at ConQuest Sac, Sarah and Will talk about Game Design, and Cathy talks with Josie Noronha about her experiences at about QGCon.
In this episode Cathy interviews Annette Villa about her show Netters Plays on YouTube and Ivy Guajardo of Sacramento, CA about her plans to open a game cafe in California·s capitol city and Frank continues his second segment on Island Games.
In this episode Sarah, Jessica, and Cathy report on where we stand with our 2017 board game challenges; Cathy has an interview with Briana Aea about the Sacramento Indie Game Arcade, Frank tells us about playing island games solo; and Cathy has an intervi
In this episode Sarah, Frank, and Cathy discuss cooperative games, Jessica, Mark, and Cathy discuss the Golden Geek Awards, and Cathy interviews Jessica Price of Paizo Publishing about her experiences working in the gaming industry.
In this episode Sarah welcomes a new friend to the show; We get reports on THREE gaming conventions, and Cathy talks with a game designer and a convention organizer.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah talk about joining The Dice Tower Network; Cathy and Frank review Mega Civilization; and Cathy does not one, but TWO Interviews.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah talk about joining The Dice Tower Network; Cathy and Frank review Mega Civilization; and Cathy does not one, but TWO Interviews.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah discuss several of the 2017 challenges that are available through Board Game Geek, Frank tells us about B17: Queen of the Skies, and Cathy talks with Susan and Ian from Diamond Dust Dreams
In this episode Cathy and Sarah discuss several of the 2017 challenges that are available through Board Game Geek, Frank tells us about B17: Queen of the Skies, and Cathy talks with Susan and Ian from Diamond Dust Dreams
In this episode Cathy talks about her favorite gaming podcasts, Ambie tells us about some exciting news, and Frank tells us about playing Terraforming Mars solo.
In this special mini-episode Cathy interviews Kelly North Adams about her effort to compete and win the Hasbro Next Great Family Game Contest. Find out what you can do to help.
In this episode Cathy, Sarah, and Nicole discuss their favorite games played in 2016 and Cathy, Mark, and Doc review the RPG Paranoia.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah discuss plans for the show and other things we’re looking forward to in 2017 and we hear from some fans of the show regarding their gaming experiences.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah talk about games they have played, Cathy and friend of the show, Charlotte, talk about their experiences at ConQuest Avalon 2016, Cathy reviews the RPG Dread, and announces the winner of the 2016 Twitter Contest!
In this episode Cathy and Sarah talk about boardgame apps and friend of the show, Patrick Hillier, tells us about his experience at BGG Con 2016.
In this episode Sarah and Cathy introduce a friend of the show, Mark gives us a beginner’s guide to the World of Warcraft, and Cathy interviews game designer Sina Hirsch! Hold on folks! It’s a big episode!
In this episode Cathy interviews Game Publisher Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games. They discuss the gaming industry; the history of Stronghold Games; advice for new game designers who want to pitch their ideas to game publishers; Women in Gaming; his rivalry with The Dice Tower's Tom Vasel; and new games coming out from Stronghold Games.
In this episode Cathy interviews Game Designer Kelly North Adams; Nicole tells us about a Brutal Legend; and Roger tells us about his experience at the Internationale Spieltage 2016.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah discuss the PacifiCon Game Expo 2016; Mark tells us about the new World of Warcraft Expansion; Nicole tells us about “Life is Strange”, and Xanthe talks about getting through rulebooks.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah talk about how women are portrayed in board games, role-playing games, and video games.
In this episode Cathy reports on all the games that won awards so far this summer; and discusses her favorite board game app.
In this episode Cathy and Sarah talk about gaming etiquette and we all welcome a new member to the OTP team.
In this episode Cathy, Sarah, and Nicole talk about game accessories; Nicole tells us about Pokemon Go; and we express some gratitude.
In this episode Cathy talks with Sarah and Will Reed about the process they went through to design their published game, Project Dreamscape. We feature questions from our listeners during the conversation. Was your name or handle mentioned? Find Out! And Nicole tells us about a new video game.
In this episode Cathy, Melissa, and Sarah share what they have been playing and talk about some of the most common styles of board games; Nicole tells us about Girls Make Games; and we share some podcast news.
John Shulters and Sarah Graybill of Black Straw Games talk to Cathy about HaitiCon 2016 in San Francisco, CA.
In this episode we introduce OPT Host, Sarah; Report on KublaCon Gaming Convention; Coverage of the Spiel des Jares Award Nominations; We also mention vendors and talk about a friendly local game store.
Cathy, Maida, Melissa, & Nicole discussed how they make time for gaming in their busy lives.
In this episode, Cathy, Maida, Melissa, and Nicole introduce themselves and talk about their love of gaming and why they started this podcast.