MeepleTown: Board Game Podcast

Are you looking for a podcast about boardgames that you can listen to while you work, run, clean house, do your taxes , etc? This is the podcast for you! Darren and Dean talk about all things boardgames in a way that is fun and easy to understand. They don’t just talk about boardgames, but also their lives and make you feel like you are part of the “town”. They are gracious hosts who invite you over for a potluck and make you want to play the games they talk about with their abilities to describe the mechanics of the game as well as the art and components, and not to mention their enthusiasm. Their friendly bantering keeps the show light hearted, fun and relatable. You will feel like these guys are your next door neighbors. They keep you up-to-date on all the latest news in the gaming world with their “Meepletown News”, and if you’re a big jazz fan, they even have a “jazz club”, and no it’s not your traditional jazz club with music, this club is where they tell you about the boardgames they are jazzed about. So, if you have been searching for a podcast about boardgames, whether you’re new to the hobby or a wise old veteran, or if you like jazz, then check out these guys. You won’t be disappointed.

Great game conversations. Politics ruins it for me.

I just don’t like the chemistry between Dean and Deron. Nothing against either of them personally, they seem like lovely guys. But their personalities are just too similar. I think the best multi host podcasts pair distinct and complementary personalities that create an interesting on-air dynamic—and this ain’t it. The podcast content is also getting stale and formulaic. I really don’t know how many more top-five lists I can listen to.

Just listened to the latest episode of Meepletown and if you could see me right now, I’m wearing a grin from ear to ear. If you like modern strategy board games at all you, you need to check out this podcast. Dean is an awesome host that creates a great space to explore new and old board game titles. His reviews and thoughts give you enough to decide if you want to try it but never boring over detailed so that you forget what game he was talking about. My only suggestion get rid of the show’s dead weight (e.g. Jon). JUST KIDDING! Jon’s playful banter is the perfect foil to Dean. Their chemistry makes the show incredible. He’s the Tom Haverford of board game podcasts. You need this in your life. Run, don’t walk, on down to Meepletown. You’ll be glad you did!