Welcome back to the Taming Games podcast! This week we are covering Azul. This is an awesome, unique game that we know people will love, so enjoy the show! As always, let us know what you think, the feedback really helps the podcast, and remember, cheating isn't fair man!על ידי Jesse Slade & Austin Houtz

Welcome back to the Taming Games podcast! We took a break to recover from the holidays, but this week we are back to our regularly scheduled show! This week is an explosive one to say the least. Let us know what you think, and if you have any suggestions, let us know! We are excited to be back. Remember everybody, cheating isn't fair, man!…

Welcome back to the Taming Games Podcast. The holidays got the best of us this week and this podcast is coming out a few days late. Nevertheless, it's a good one so we hope you enjoy! As always, let us know what you think about our top 5 travel picks. Leave a rating and review, it really helps us know how to improve, and as remember, cheating isn't…

Welcome back to the Taming Games podcast. This week, we are covering the game Fluxx, and it's a wacky one! We hope you enjoy the show. Show us some love by subscribing, leaving a review and a rating and sharing us with your friends and family. Let us know what game we should cover next, and remember, cheating isn't fair, man!…

Welcome back to the Taming Games podcast! This week we discuss the very popular Ticket to Ride. As always, support the show by giving us a follow, review or even just passing us along to your friends and family. Let us know what you thought and we will see you next time. Oh... and remember, cheating isn't fair, man!…

Welcome back to the Taming Games podcast everybody! We are pushing this episode out a couple days late, but as always we hope you enjoy. Our recorder did die in the last ten seconds of the episode, so don't mind the abrupt ending. Feel free to leave a comment, subscribe, review and share us with your group of gaming pals, and remember ... Cheating …

Welcome back everybody! This episode is all about Coup. Listen to what we have to say and enjoy the episode. Feel free to leave a rating or review as that really helps the podcast. Let us know what you thought of the episode or if we should cover any specific games, and as always, cheating isn't fair, man!…

Welcome back everybody, it has been a minute! We missed last week because Austin and his wife were adding a third member to their party. This week we are doing something a little different. Since tomorrow is Black Friday and we are going into the holiday season, we wanted to each give our top 5 holiday buys and chat about what we think. We hope you…

Welcome back everybody! On this weeks episode, we discuss Plunder. We hope you enjoy this discussion, let us know if there's another game you want us to review. Subscribe to the podcast for me. Thanks!על ידי Jesse Slade & Austin Houtz

Welcome back to another episode of taming games. This week we discuss Catan. We hope you enjoy this one! As always, leave a rating and review. It can really help the podcast, and it helps us find ways to improve as well. Thanks so much, and remember... cheating isn't fair!על ידי Jesse Slade & Austin Houtz

Hey guys! We wanted to try and do something different. From now on, the Tuesday before our episode of some of our favorite games, we will do a bonus episode to chat about stories and memories we have of that game. This week is Catan. Hope you enjoy, and tune in Thursday for our Settlers of Catan breakdown.…

Welcome to the inaugural first full episode about the one and only CHESS! Hope you enjoy the podcast, and let us know what you think!על ידי Jesse Slade & Austin Houtz

Welcome to the Taming Games podcast, where we tame those wild games and help you get more out of your tabletop game collection!על ידי Jesse

Stepping away from the others, Calabrass and Velfreyja have a heart-to-heart about his decision. Favors are exchanged and promises are made as the two prepare for the difficult tasks ahead. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio - You can g…

Exploding Dice Episode 92: Not To Be Darude.. After taking a moment to adjust to their new surroundings, our heroes double down on their efforts to make headway in their quest. An arranged meeting leads to promising information, but as is sometimes the case in life, good things come to an end before anyone is really prepared..Remember, even though …

Their long journey finally concluded after what felt like months at sea, the party finds themselves in a strange, wonderful new world. Exotic colors, exotic people, exotic flavors..just what will happen in the heat of the moment? Remember, even though EL itself has passed, you can still donate at https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=dono…

With the crew nearing the end of the voyage. Gears gets check polised and upgraded! Remember, even though Extra Life itself has passed, you can still donate here! Raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to ww…

With an explosion of temperaments and innately oppositional forces, the ExD crew turns their focus to one of the most noble causes: Saving sick children. Join us for the first of several special Extra Life Exploding Dice, raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Remember, even though EL itself has passed, you can still donate her…

Trick or Treat! It’s a pumpkin spice flavored episode of Exploding Dice! GM’s Note: Pumpkin spice sucks, apple cider is the finest fall flavor. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio - You can get an ad-free master feed, extra content, and …

We now return you to your regularly scheduled adventures at sea. Pay no attention to the monstrocity from the deep. All is well. Smoothing sailing ahead on Exploding Dice. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio - You can get an ad-free mast…

With little time to see to the man they’ve rescued, a new threat makes itself known from amongst the waters, dredged up from the depths. Battle stations, brave heroes, for the final episode of Dragoncon for Exploding Dice! We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to w…

As the journey stretches on across the waves, the high seas shed some light upon questions lurking in the shadows. An affirmation of intent gives way to trouble on the horizon, as rough waters darken our heroes odds for survival on this week’s Exploding Dice LIVE FROM DRAGONCON.. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and …

With Tolvera behind them and Masrah yet ahead on the horizon, the party has little to do but be left to their own devices for most of the voyage, spending their precious downtime honing skills and bonds alike. Though some things are better left swept under the rug.. Join us on a very special Exploding Dice; Here, there be Dragon(con).. We hope you …

The explosions just keep on coming as the ExD Crew brings you another Bonus Episode this week, primed and ready to erupt feelings all over your unsuspecting earholes! You’re welcome. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio - You can get an a…

With the full splendor of the Waverazor unfurled before them, the crew can begin settling in and exploring their new home, learning a little more about one another in the process. Smooth sailing ahead on Exploding Dice! We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.…

Crew finalized, cargo loaded, runes synchronized. Hoist the sails! Weigh anchor! At last, the sea..and the world..opens up to our heroes as they begin their maiden voyage, leaving the past behind them. Full speed ahead, powered by Exploding Dice!! We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO N…

But wait, there’s more! Tonight’s post hit a 20, so we’re rolling out a bonus episode! Mysterious figures with familiar voices are bound to set waves into motion! We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio - You can get an ad-free master feed, …

Continuing to interview the crew hopefuls hand-picked by the Crown Prince of Tolvera, the party ultimately reaches the right conclusion..just as a new force forges their way onto the scene, giving the heroes little time or reason to argue, the situation gets just a little hairy tonight on Exploding Dice! We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you c…

Finally docking back in Tolvera our gang receives a hero's welcome from the prince and people alike. Preparations are made and potential new allies are introduced this week on the Mana Pool. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio - You can …

Explosive announcement from #Dragoncon2018 regarding the show!על ידי Exploding Dice

The Mana Pool Episode 79: Swearing At The Kitchen Fresh air, the open seas, a moment to breathe. Secure in the knowledge that they have accomplished their task and are well on their way to embarking on a journey that will undoubtedly define their lives, one simple question remains: Does anyone know how to work this thing?! Ships are sailing this we…

The Mana Pool Episode 78: An Action To Feel Justified With the cold shadows of the underground and the inexorable march of time conspiring against them, robbing the party of what little window for success they have remaining. With frustrations and tension rising so palpably that they would need the sharpest of razors to cut it, a cacophony of thund…

Dark passageways and the loss of a friend makes the most recent leg of our group’s underground adventures far from a flight of fancy. Breaking points are rapidly approaching tonight on The Mana Pool. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com/geekio -…

Getting involved in land wars in Asia, going in against a Sicilian when death is on the line. Join us tonight on the Mana Pool when we add another Classic Blunder to the list: Setting off multiple explosions while underground. Tremor-ndous adventure awaits! We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the…

The Mana Pool Episode 75: Bug Bowling AIR DATE: 07/25/18 SUMMARY: Explorations hits a bit of a snag as some (don't touch) items linger. With some very interesting trap disarming techniques as further down we travel this week on The Mana Pool. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Networ…

Further explorations of the ancient complex reveal yet further winding paths once doors were successfully stabbed open, reminding our heroes of the importance of checking for traps security measures. The multitude of pathways begin to wear on the patience of the travellers, and reuniting with some old..friends..proves a slightly somber turn..as fur…

A horde of carapaced cretins has our heroes bugging out as they continue fighting to avoid becoming a meal to the ravenous swarm. If they can survive, they’ll just have to take another stab at this whole exploration thing.. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to …

The best laid plans of even the most enlightened of individuals can sometimes go awry, and given time even the smallest of inconveniences can grow to be large problems. In all aspects of your life, be sure not to bite off more than you can chew, a lesson to be learned tonight on The Mana Pool.. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support…

Conquering their most staunch opponent yet, a room of countless delights unfolds before our heroes. With a fortune worth of a small kingdom in and of itself at their disposal, but no vessel to be found, just how will they proceed? Something to chew over, to be sure, this week on The Mana Pool.. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support…

The Mana Pool Episode 70: The World’s Best Field Trip Delving into the coastal caverns at long last, we find our intrepid band at last making palpable progress towards their goal. Will a rocky path forward prevent further exploration, or will they find other solutions at hand? Spelunking and more, tonight on The Mana Pool. We hope you enjoy the sho…

When preparing to travel long distances, especially via teleportation, it is always advised to ensure your equipment is properly calibrated for the trip. Deposited soundly within the forsaken confines of the Lament, our heroes must find a way to make it to their destination while deprived of their magic. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you c…

(Editor's note - Fixed audio issues) Their preparations finally complete, the group finally heads to an established rendezvous point to continue their search for a mode of transportation. Rejoined by a friendly face eager to pursuit the tormentor of Tolvera, the party makes to leave, only to be interrupted by the sound of..laughter? All this and mo…

The Mana Pool Episode 67: 100% Safety Is Not Guaranteed With there their destination set, the group splits up to prepare for the journey ahead. All this and more surprises in store, tonight on The Mana Pool.. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and everything we do on the Geek IO Network by going over to www.patreon.com…

The Mana Pool Episode 66: Where Secrets Become Legends A lesson for the ages, true now as it was and ever will be; Real heroes do their homework. Training of the mind, body, and social skills, the band prepares to chase down and verify a legend in hopes of continuing their own. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this show and ev…

On the way back to the Seelvah’s Hand, Calabrass and Velfreyja open up to each other. Promises are made, new perspectives are explored, and Velfreyja learns a thing or two about history and necromancy that you won’t find in books. MUSIC CREDITS: Reawakening Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License …

Ask anyone, and they’ll likely say that sometimes the best things in life are the simplest; A warm meal, a hot bath, and a real bed. A sense of security that has not been felt in weeks is granted to those who needed it most, and for a brief moment guards can be let down. And put to sleep. We hope you enjoy the show, if you do, you can support this …

The Mana Pool Episode 64: We Accidentally A Couple Of Kids Undying abominations in the woods, entities which defy definition and reason, wolves from the moon...The usual has a strange way of finding its way into the company of our intrepid mostly-do-wells as a melancholy tale begins to unfold. Will they be able to find a solution to the problem of …

It has often been said that things are not always what they appear to be at first glance. Harsh lessons are learned from a charlatan with sinister secrets, questions are raised and convictions are tested. How will Velfreyja, Jokiro, Calabras and company handle this cagey situation? Join us, won’t you, and find out for yourself. We hope you enjoy th…

Fun, festivity, and fractured tests of strength, the band of adventurers continues on through the fairgrounds, sampling wares and witnessing displays of skill and power. Flames are played with, banter is tossed about, and marks are hit. Strength is tested, as is patience, but something lurks deeper. How will our heroes handle...The Beast? We hope y…

In spite of the most recent and tense events, our band of adventurers decides that it is perhaps in the best interest of their wellbeing to partake in a night of revelry and frivolity once it becomes known that Alteryn’s Wonderous Wagons have made their way to Tolvera! Food and festivities abound as they rally their spirits for what is to come. We …