Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey & Jason Yanchuleff

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 & Banter00:25:11 Feudality00:57:03 Campanile01:20:50 QuebecMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):...

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 & Banter00:46:38 Gargon01:13:52 Lost Legends01:53:55 DragonstrikeMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Gargon: "On a Bird's Wing"...

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 & Banter00:33:02 Roma00:59:01 Pillars of the Earth: Builder's Duel01:32:33 Forum TrajanumMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Roma: “Battle Sword”, Ph...

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 & Banter00:41:45 Blue Skies01:13:14 Jet Set01:40:29 Sky TeamMUSIC (courtesy of http...

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 & Banter00:43:36 Kryptos01:09:50 Fzzzt!01:37:42 Twinkle StarshipMUSIC (c...

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 & Banter00:27:19 Kulami00:50:21 Miss Lupun01:14:56 Kingdom BuilderMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Kulami: “T Minus 5”, Farrell WootenMiss Lupun: “Ma...