Meeple Nation Board Game Podcast

Meeple Nation
  • 4.5 (50)
  • GAMES
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Weekly, episodes about board games and the board game hobby. We dive in to a wide selection of game mechanics, themes, and reviews. We discuss game news, gaming highlights, and the people who make our games amazing. Come join us at the game table. Hosted by Nathan Howard, Andy Holliday, Douglas Stewart, David Holliday, and Logan Howard.

  1. 20H AGO

    MN 607 March 2026 Turn Two SaltCON

    Episode 607: March 2026 Turn Two   Episode release date is March 18, 2026   Show Notes   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Obsession Apothebakery Ready Set Bet Douglas Mistborn: The Deckbuilding Game Steampunk Rally Fusion Cthulhu: Dark Providence Sovereign: Fall of Wormwood SETI with Space Agencies Apothebakery Andy Grimcoven Return to Dark Tower Apiary Gang of Dice New Game Radar Nathan Legendary DC Deck building Game Douglas The Malice of Light Adventures Andy Deckers

    1h 8m
  2. You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    21H AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Jefferson Fisher: The #1 Communication Mistake People Make in Arguments (Do THIS Before You Respond to Instantly Lower Tension) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Today, Jay sits down with communication expert Jefferson Fisher to explore why the conversations we avoid often shape our lives the most. Drawing from his experience as a trial lawyer turned teacher, Jefferson shares a powerful truth: communication isn’t about winning arguments, it’s about building peace. When we learn to face difficult conversations head on with clarity, courage, and compassion we stop people-pleasing, reconnect with who we truly are, and create deeper, more honest relationships. Avoidance may feel safer in the moment, but it always comes at a cost. Together, Jay and Jefferson unpack why so many conflicts spiral, not because of what’s said, but because of what’s heard. From romantic relationships to family dynamics, they reveal how most arguments are really about the need to feel understood, valued, and safe. Jefferson shares simple yes transformative tools, like asking “What did you hear?” or pausing to breathe before responding, that help slow heated moments and turn reaction into connection. He explains that true emotional intelligence is the ability to repair quickly, validate feelings without needing to agree, and choose understanding over defensiveness. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Face Difficult Conversations Without Fear How to Say the Hard Thing Without Starting a Fight How to Stay Calm When You Feel Triggered How to Make Someone Feel Understood Without Agreeing How to Repair a Conversation After You Mess Up How to Slow Down Arguments Before They Escalate How to Build Deeper Relationships Through Better Conversations Every honest sentence, every pause to breathe, every moment you choose understanding over reaction is a step toward a more peaceful life. Growth doesn’t come from avoiding what’s hard, it comes from meeting it with intention, patience, and compassion. Get your own copy of Jefferson’s latest book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 How Good Communication Creates a Life of Peace 02:14 Why Facing Difficult Conversations Changes Everything 04:53 Your Fear of Upsetting Others Is Valid 06:45 The Biggest Communication Mistake We All Make 09:45 Can You Actually Change Someone’s Mind? 12:31 How to Reach Someone Who Refuses to Communicate 16:17 Winning Arguments Should Never Be the Goal 19:43 What to Do When Your Partner Triggers You 21:21 The Patience Required to Create Real Connection 25:42 How Should I Respond to the Silent Treatment? 30:13 The Clearest Sign Someone Doesn’t Truly Care 32:10 When a Relationship May Be Beyond Repair 35:00 Why Radical Honesty Strengthens Relationships 38:03 When Your Partner Can’t Handle the Hard Conversations 41:31 The Small Moments Where Repair Gets Missed 44:20 Do You Feel Judged by Your Parents? 51:53 How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty 55:14 How to Stop Saying Things You Don’t Mean 58:04 Setting Boundaries That Actually Stick  01:00:37 What to Do When a Coworker Keep Interrupting You 01:03:15 Overexplaining Undermines Your Confidence 01:06:06 Breaking the Us vs. Them Mentality 01:11:25 Jefferson on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jefferson_fisher/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjnpu6lK0HoUyOMh2ZBwhQ  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justaskjefferson   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/justaskjefferson/   X | https://x.com/jefferson_fishr  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonfisher/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. MAR 4

    MN 606 March 2026 Turn One

    Episode 606: March 2026 Turn One   Episode release date is March 4, 2026   Show Notes   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Unstoppable Flash Point: Fire Rescue Douglas Unstoppable Stellar Drift: Pull & Write Heat: Petal to the Metal Earth Endeavor: Deep Sea Andy Unstoppable Stellar Drift: Pull & Write Earth New Game Radar Nathan Cities USA Cities: City Achievements and Theaters The Gang: Deluxe Edition The Gang: More Players Expansion Douglas Invincible: The Card Game Evenfall: The Crystal Path Andy Chronicles of Crime: Eldritch Secrets Chronicles of Crime: Courtroom Justice PDX

    58 min

  4. FEB 24

    MN 605 February 2026 Turn Two

    Episode 605: February 2026 Turn Two    A Little Lost and a Little Late. I had some technical issues but we still made it.   Episode release date is February 18, 2026   Show Notes   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era Bomb Busters Douglas Elder Scrolls: BotSE Biome Grimcoven Andy Vantage New Game Radar Nathan Forage (BGA) Heat: Rocky Roads Expansion Heat: Legends Douglas The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship War of the Ring: Sieges of Middle Earth Andy Odalin: Dungeons of Doom Sail Legacy

    1h 5m

  5. FEB 4

    MN 604 February 2026 Turn One

    Episode 604 February 2026 Turn One   Episode release date is February 4, 2026   Show Notes   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers

    1h 5m

  6. JAN 21

    MN 603 January 2026: Turn Two

    Episode 603: January 2026 Turn Two   Episode release date is January 28, 2026   Show Notes   MXC Most Extreme Elimination Challenge   Wheel of Fish from UHF   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON Email from Professor Dax Josh 4138 games in 2025 Al Stewart 896 Seth 128   Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Coatl Fountains Lord of the Rings The Card Game  Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth Matchstick Tycoon Tianxia Unstoppable  New Game Radar Nathan Forage Lost Cities: Roll and Write  Trails of Tucana Battle Monsters Battle Monsters: Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah Battle Monsters: Kong vs Mechagodzilla Battle Monsters: Mothra Odalin: Dungeons of Doom Reef Gardens Labyrinth: Chronicles Wingspan: American Expansion Wingspan Standalone Game Duel Game for Scythe & Expeditions

    1h 5m

  7. JAN 7

    MN 602 January Turn One

    Episode 602: January 2026 Turn One   Episode release date is January 7, 2026   Show Notes   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Living Forest: Duel Douglas Lairs and Lost Chambers Underworld Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game Clank! Catacombs w/ Expansions Andy Click A Tree New Game Radar Nathan GI Joe: Operation Cobra GI Joe: Heroscape Azure Threshold Douglas Lands of Evershade Stonesaga Dinogenics: New Arrivals Harakiri: Blades of Honor (Re-release) Long Dark Sea Horror on the Orient Express Odalin: Dungeons of Doom Cthulhu: Death May Die Forbidden Reaches DCeased Into the Godsgrave Andy Agent Avenue 7 Wonders Duel Pantheon INK Five Three Five DC Forever Flash Point: Fire Rescue Railroad Tiles Bomb Busters Line-It Flowers Flash Point: Fire Rescue New Frontiers Barrage Lorenzo il Magnifico Flaming Pyramids Fractured Sky Twinkle Twinkle Tacta 6 Nimmt (Take 5) Dracula vs Van Helsing Star Wars Villainous: Cold Tactics Legions (Abyss) Rest in Peace Mr Jack Parks (Second Edition) Booty Dice Dice Theme Park Secret Identity  The Fox Experiment Explorers of Navoria Ready Set Bet Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons Kites Mind Up! Exhibition: 20th Century FlipToons Challengers!

    1h 6m

  8. 12/31/2025

    MN 601 December 2025 Bonus Round

    Episode 601: December 2025 Bonus Round   Episode release date is December 31, 2025   Show Notes   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) 2025 Edition! Nathan Most Played Games Conspiracy Abyss Universe Pixies Captain Flip Azul Flip 7  Middle Ages Dice Hospital ER River Valley Glassworks Fromage Lucky Numbers Hadrian's Wall This Year's Favorites Flip 7  Star Wars: Battle of Hoth River Valley Glassworks Conspiracy Abyss Universe Break the Code Dead Cells: The Rouge-Lite Board Game Ticket to Ride: Legacy: Legends of the West Azure Douglas THE BEST OF THE YEAR! MOST PLAYED (MIXED) Nature (37) (Table + App) Oathsworn (34) (Table) My City (34) (BGA) Let's Go to Japan (29) (Table + BGA) Jump Drive (27) (BGA) Arkham Horror (21) (Table) Cthulhu: Death May Die (18) (Table) My Island (18) (Table) The Crew: Mission Deep Sea (18) (BGA) Sky Team (18) (BGA) MOST PLAYED (TABLE ONLY) Oathsworn (34) Arkham Horror (21) Cthulhu: Death May Die (18) My Island (18) Slay the Spire (13) Marvel Champions (13) Flip 7 (12) The Gang (11) Elder Scrolls: BotSE (8) The Hunters A.D. (8) Unstoppable (8) STANDOUTS (My top 5 of 2025) Elder Scrolls: BotSE SETI Unstoppable The Gang The Hobbit: There and Back Again Bonus: The Mandalorian Faction for Star Wars: The DB Game Bonus: Dice Throne Outcasts

    1h 8m
See All (629)

4.5
out of 5
50 Ratings

About

Weekly, episodes about board games and the board game hobby. We dive in to a wide selection of game mechanics, themes, and reviews. We discuss game news, gaming highlights, and the people who make our games amazing. Come join us at the game table. Hosted by Nathan Howard, Andy Holliday, Douglas Stewart, David Holliday, and Logan Howard.

Information

You Might Also Like