Would you be interested a reality TV show game that was nothing but an intense and extended game of Werewolf? Then you might be interested in Weekend Werewolf at Ravenwood Castle. Alan Gerding and Ben Kanelos host the event dressed as alter egos the Mad Professor von Gerd and Dr. Benjamin Quaksly. Ben and Alan share their experience of this years event. Music Attribution: J.S. Bach Toccata & Fugue in D Minor by Kevin MacLeod Unholy Knight by Kevin MacLeod Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Sponsor: ...
Apr 04, 2019•30 min
What does it take to be a game designer? Let's ask one of the most prolific game designers of all, Mike Selinker! Mike joins Alan as they reminisce about their time wrestling at SHUX and other times together. Mike is currently stuck in an escape room as he promotes his latest Kickstarter, he talks about possible past failures, and why failure is one of the best things you can do as a designer. Music Attribution: "So Many Mikes" by Peelander Z "Divertissement" Kevin MacLeod "Dub Pirate Boat" by M...
Mar 28, 2019•41 min
How important is the name of a game? Is Codenames better than Codenames pictures? To tattoo or not tattoo? B Team is back from SBJ's funeral, during which many games were played. Will becomes a robot of the revolution, Dungeon Master Greg describes Dice Throne, and Logan redeclares his love for Keyforge. Music Attribution: Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Ice & Firge by Ross Bugden Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Mar 21, 2019•28 min
What shouldn't you do when designing a game? How do you make a successful company? JT Smith, the man behind thegamecrafter.com joins the show and discusses the history of making it easy for others to make games. It's a must listen for game designers and business investors alike. Co-editor: Delton Brack Music Attribution: Bodhi Ambient by Danial Birch Call to Adventure by Kevin MacLeod Workaday World by Jack Beaver Powerhouse by Raymond Scott Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Mar 14, 2019•47 min
What makes a the Tuesday Knight Podcast the Tuesday Knight Podcast? In this "zero episode," Sean and Alan discuss elevator pitches, Marie Condo, and what it takes to go from being a knave to a knight. Music Attribution: La Taviata Brindisi Verdi by MIT Orchestra Royal Entrance by Visager Set Adrift by Daniel Birch
Mar 07, 2019•24 min
How do you start a movement? How do you make a difference? How much are you a part of your community. Ace talks to Alan about the important work that has been done by the gamers from the group DFW Nerd Night, how to start a movement, Let's Find a Ghost, and losing at Keyforge. Music Attribution: The Beat Influence by MC Cullah Lights of Winter by Borrtex Family Together by Borrtex Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Feb 21, 2019•43 min
Do couples have an advantage when playing party games together? The B Team (The V Team) describes some of their own stories of romance or lack there of. Music Attribution: Squirrel Commotion by Podington Bear Western Tanager by Chad Crouch Operation A by Borrtex Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Feb 14, 2019•31 min
Have you backed our current Kickstarter, "A Pound of Flesh?" Don't know what it is? It's an adventure for "Mothership," the sci-fi horror RPG. Sean describes all the deetz in this episode. Want to be a published RPG author? Well, listen here to learn what it takes to create "Mothership" adventures. Music Attribution: Space Force - The Theme Song by The Gregory Brothers Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Nothing Lasts Forever by Daniel Birch Swallowed by Shame by Daniel Birch Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter....
Feb 07, 2019•26 min
When was the last time your were actually afraid during a role-playing game? Are you an RPG master? Do you think you know all the lingo? Donn Stroud (Captain Driver Rey) joins Alan as they discuss Donn's contributions to the RPG world. His DCC supplement "The Lesser Key of the Celestial Legion" is currently out on Kickstarter. Alan quizzes Donn on his RPG vocabulary. Music Attribution: Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Nothing Lasts Forever by Daniel Birch Swallowed by Shame by Daniel Birch Golden Eye ...
Jan 31, 2019•40 min
What is your most memorable experience playing your favorite game? Sean and Alan share their more memorable experiences playing Two Rooms and Boom, they answer emails, listen to a Knight submission by Knave Andrew Menfi, and even describe their playtesting program. Music Attribution: Massive Attack by Podington Bear Lily Allen by Podington Bear Set Adrift by Daniel Brich Titus 12 by Fanfarlo Scheming Weasel by Kevin MacLeod Sponsors: www.thegamecrafter.com
Jan 24, 2019•34 min
How high end do you go for your role-playing games? Lindsey Rode joins Alan as they discuss Beadle & Grimm's high end platinum box of Dungeon and Dragons goods, how they are used in the show Fist Full of Platinum, and the adventure of The Waterdeep Dragon Heist. Alan and Lindsey also dare one another to ask the other questions that should never be answered on a podcast. Music Attribution: Laser Ninja Underscore Version Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Wester Firefight 2 by Cullah Sponser: www.theg...
Jan 17, 2019•32 min
How important is theme in a game? What is the best way to give a gift? Sean and Alan share stories of their New Years and games they've played in this very special episode of the Tuesday Knight Podcast you can't miss! Music Attribution: Thatched Villager by Kevin MacLeod Chrome Muffler by Podington Bear Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Sponsored by: www.thegamecrafter.com
Jan 10, 2019•40 min
What is your ideal New Year's Party? Music Attribution: Tweetstorm Gathering by Podington Bear Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Dec 27, 2018•24 min
Happy holidays! In this episode, Sean and Alan talk about clowns, killer snowmen, and play the game "Christmas Movie or Not?" Which movies do you think should and shouldn't be considered Christmas movies? Music attribution: Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies by Kevin MacLeod Jazzy Bells by Dee Yan-Key Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Dec 20, 2018•32 min
What is your favorite segment on the Tuesday Knight Podcast? Join Alan and Sean on this "Zero" episode, designed to help new listeners (called "knaves")get into the podcast as though they are pro. Hear a knave-to-knight submission from Australia, listen to condoms get mentioned twice, and Sean does his Dave Chappelle impersonation. Music Attribution: Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Titus 12 by Fanfarl Ninja Kik Skillz Lv01 by son of a robot Sponsored by: www.thegamecrafter.com
Dec 13, 2018•38 min
Never been to PAX Unplugged? Well neither have we. Listen to the crew of Tuesday Knight Games bumble their way through their first time going to Philadelphia's PAX, Alan talks about doing a show with Shut Up and Sit Down, the game of Assassin continues, and Sean talks a bit of anime. Music Attribution: Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Ninja Kick Skilz Lvl 01 by Son of a Robot Waltz of Treachery by Kevin MacLeod Scarlet Fire Sting by Otis McDonald Dub Hub Sting by Jimmy Fontanez Dub Pirate Boat by mild...
Dec 06, 2018•31 min
What is a game that makes you feel like you are on drugs? What elicit substances go well with what games? The B-Team is back to discuss drugs on this very important episode. Will and Logan catch up, tell stories, and Logan professes a strong love for game designer Rob Daviau. Music Attribution: 8bit Dungeon Boss by Kevin MacLeod Yallahs by Kevin MacLeod Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Nov 28, 2018•32 min
What are the newest games out that you want to play? Alan shares some adventures at BGGcon18 (Board Game Geek Convention). He spends time with Sir Delton Brack, Isaac Vega, Sean McCoy, Alex Hague, Justin Vickers, and more! Listen for an update on the ongoing game of Assassin, food porn, and get to play a game of Wavelength while listening. Music Attribution: Thatched Villagers by Kevin MacLeod Sexy by Bensound Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Nov 21, 2018•37 min
What do Paul Dean, No Pun Included's Efka, Pip Warr, Mike Selinker, Jonathan Ying, Isaac Vega, Alex Hague, Justin Vickers, Lindsey Rode, and Jennifer Abele have in common? They all were guests on this #SHUX18 episode! Music Attribution: Quasi Motion by Kevin Macleod Lead Editor: Delton Brack Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com
Nov 14, 2018•59 min
Which are better, video games or board games? Ed Baraf from "Gaming with Edo" and Pencil First Games joins this episode to discuss being an entrepreneur child, working for Disney Games, and his latest Kickstarter, "Skulk Hollow." Music Attribution: Dr. Mario Remix by ??? Powerhouse by Raymond Scott Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com Special Thanks: Delton Brack for co-editing and his show, "Malthaus Games" Ed Baraf for being a knoble on this episode.
Nov 07, 2018•37 min
154 The Halloween Episode [featuring Ed Baraf, DM Greg, and B-Team Will] by Tuesday Knight
Oct 31, 2018•27 min
What movie would you like made into a board game? More importantly, how to you gain the license for that movie? Brian Henk of Overworld Games talks to Alan about obtaining licenses, life after failing a Kickstarter, and Overworld's latest game currently on Kickstarter, New Salem: The Constable. Sponsor: www.thegamecrafter.com Music Attribution: Sneaky Snitch by Kevin MacLeod Chrome Muffler by Podington Bear
Oct 18, 2018•42 min
It's National Coming Out Day on October 11th. What do you do to make sure that your gaming area is a safe space for others? The B-Team provides advice, insight into their own past, and (of course) they talk about games. Join Will (of the people), Dungeon Master Greg, and Logan in this "very special episode" of the Tuesday Knight Podcast.
Oct 10, 2018•35 min
How indie can a game company get? Is there such a thing as "underground games?" What would you do with 6 months of free time? Adam Vass of World Champ Game Co. (and bass player for La Dispute) guests on this episode of the podcast, performs an elevator pitch for his upcoming game, and shares what it is like being a professional touring musician. Good stories and good stuff. Music Attribution: Wild Life by La Dispute Rooms of the House by La Dispute Woman (Reading) by La Dispute All We Love We Le...
Oct 04, 2018•41 min
What is a game you've grown to hate? Join Sean, Alan, and even Chestbeard on this zero episode. New to the podcast? This is a great place to start. Learn all about Table Talk, Interaction Satisfaction, Knighting Knaves, Sponsor Spot, and other regular Tuesday Knight Podcast segments. Music Attribution: Sneaky Snitch by Kevin MacLeod Fairytale Waltz by Kevin MacLeod Set Adrift by Daniel Birch Severe Tire Damage by Kevin MacLeod Divertissement by Kevin MacLeod Dub Pirate Boat by mildtape Special T...
Sep 26, 2018•41 min
What game design principles can be applied to real life? Justin Gary of Stone Blade Entertainment joins the show to discuss his new book, "Think Like a Game Designer: The Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking your Creative Potential." Justin and Alan also share personal stories of success (and failure). Listen in and also, happy Talk Like a Pirate Day. Music Attribution: Dub Pirate Boat by Mildtape Waves by Podington Bear Richard Strauss: Also Sprach Zarati by Kevin MacLeod Relent by Kevin MacLeod Spe...
Sep 20, 2018•45 min
To what lengths do you go to keep your players engaged? Sean and Alan discuss their time in Portland, Oregon for XOXO Fest. They also talk games, dogs, and listen to a Werewolf knave-to-knight submission. Music Attribution: Cracked Nut Suite by Podington Bear Clip Attribution: "Drag Brunch - SNL" from Saturday Night Live YouTube channel. Sponsor: thegamecrafter.com
Sep 13, 2018•24 min
How many female game designers can you name? Eric Rayl, film-maker, joins this episode of the podcast to discuss his documentary entitle "The Game Designers." Eric and Alan discuss filming and the underrepresentation of women and people of color in the board gaming world. Special Thanks: Eric Rayl (guest) Sir Delton Brack (co-editor)
Sep 04, 2018•37 min
What is the best solo game, or are solo board games just a waste of time? Alan quickly records this emergency episode when he unexpectedly finds himself without an episode to release. Music Attribution: Chipstep by Shane Ivers The Danger of the Challenge by Ian Alex Mac Bughici - Suite for Violin, 8 Ardeleneasca by Advent Chamber Orchestra
Aug 28, 2018•17 min
What would be the perfect sponsor to fit this podcast? When is it appropriate to play games in the classroom? Want us to publish your RPG adventure? Sean and Alan catch up on emails, discuss their busy schedule, and listen to another Knave to Knight submission. Music Attribution: Mozart's String Quintet in C Major K 515 by Musicians from Marlboro A List of Ways to Die by Lee Rosevere Hot Salsa Trip by Arsonist Set Adrift by Daniel Birch
Aug 21, 2018•27 min