In the 77th EVER episode of the Botch Games Podcast, Craig is joined by two very special guests to talk about the ethics of transparency and honesty in content creation and discuss their thoughts on paid reviews. Spoiler, we're not fans. In the family segment, Craig is joined by Erin and Tyler to discuss the games they've been playing, break down their thoughts on Unlock vs Exit, and Tyler ruins Craig's punchline. Spoiler, he's sad. It's a great episode, and I'm so glad your earballs get to devour the goodness that awaits you!

Show Times:

Intro: 0:15

Games Played with the Family: 5:59

The Infamous 3rd Segment (w/ Chris and Edward): 25:54

Wrap-Up: 1:27:26

Punchboard Media Stinger: 1:30:00

In a back to back extravaganza, Craig posts ANOTHER New 100 episode. You;d think he feels bad for missing another main episode. Perhaps he feels guilty for missing his July deadline for New 100 episodes. No matter the cause, he's back with five new games: two expansions, two giant games, and one he was forced to play with no knowledge of the source material. it's a real mixed bag, folks!

Show Times:

Intro: 0:13

Xcom Evolution (FFG): 1:42

Lanterns: The Emperor's Gifts (Foxtrot): 6:05

X-Files (IDW/Pandasaurus): 10:42

Mechs vs. Minions (Riot): 14:37

Millennium Blades (Lvl 99): 19:22

Wrap-Up: 24:20

Punchboard Media Stinger: 26:15

In the newest section of Craig's attempt at 100 new games in 365 days, he delves back into games that he played nearly 5 months ago.. You know, like responsible podcasts do. Five new games, more winners than losers, all in all a decent batch. First up, it the Rochester draft train game, First Class, and auction/negotiation/set collection game Coloseum. The we have a point salad sandwich in a card game bun as Craig talks Camel Up Cards, Gold West from J. Alex Kevern, and finally Kingsport Festival the Card Game to wrap things up in a Cthulhu bun. Thans for tolerating the filler as we gear up for episode 77 soon!

Show Times: 

Intro: 0:13

First Class (Z-Man): 3:05

Colosseum (TMG): 9:40

Camel Up Cards (Z-Man): 14:18

Gold West (TMG): 17:45

Kingsport Festival Card Game (Passport): 22:26

Wrap-Up: 25:49

Punchboard Media Stinger: 27:29

Hey look, we still have a show! We're back from our hiatus and ready to roll with lots of new content! In this very fun episode, Craig is first joined by Erin and Tyler to wrap up all their Craig Con plays and hanging out with friends near and far. In the infamous third segment, Matt and Eric stop by and we lament our Gen Con absence while also talking about the interesting marketing maneuvers happening in board games in conjunction with Gen Con and also dish a little bit about the Fear Of Missing Out. We also run a contest for a copy of Rocky Road A La Mode from Green Couch games thank to the Punchboard Media Summer of Giveaways! Listen for details! In this episode, Craig also issues a retraction for some insensitive and ignorant comments in episode 75. He's got a big dumb mouth, and has been sufficiently flogged.

Show Times: 

Intro: 0:15

Family Played: 10:42

Third Segment with Matt and Eric: 35:00

Wrap-up: 1:47:26

Punchboard Media Stinger: 1:50:28

In the SEVENTY-FIFTH EVER episode, Craig forgets for the entire show to mention that we're 3/4 of the way to the big 100...  But in serious news, Craig is, as always joined by the fam to talk about our plays over the past two weeks. In the third segment, Craig is joined by a VERY SPECIAL guest for a change-up pitch of a segment. Instead of the typical roundtable discussion, Craig and guest review two preview games: Raxxon from Plaid Hat and Before the Earth Explodes from Green Couch! Who knew people trusted any of us with reviewing their games before release! Also be sure to listen for a chance to win a Raxxon code, where you can help save humanity from the evils of the Raxxon Corporation. 

Show Times: 

Intro: 0:16

Family Played: 3:22

Third Segment!: 21:45

Wrap-Up 58:32

Punchboard Media Bumper: 1:02:00

In episode 74, Craig is back once again to bring useless chatter to your earbuds. In this episode, he is joined by his lovely family, Erin and Tyler to talk about the so few, so so few, games they've played over the past two weeks. In the third segment, Craig is joined to two first timers from the What Did You Play This Week Podcast, Derek and Jamie to dig deep into connecting with the community, raising your children as board gamers, and lashing out against board game weight shamers. Haters gonna hate, but the discussion tells you why you shouldn't! 

Show Times: 

Intro: 0:23

Family Played: 2:57

Third Segment w/ Derek and Jamie: 16:44

Wrap-up: 1:21:05

Punchboard Media Stinger: 1:23:08

In episode 73, Craig is joined by Tyler and Erin, each in their own segments, to talk about the two weeks surrounding Origins 2017. In Tyler's section, He talks for ALMOST FORTY WHOLE MINUTES about the games he played at the con. If you thought that Tyler was a one trick pony, YOU WERE WRONG MY FRIEND! In the infamous third segment, Erin sits with Craig to talk about her weeks in games sans Craig before Craig himself debriefs over his week at Origins. BE WARNED! The segment is very stream of consciousness and highly introspective between the two of them. As a wrap up, we had a blast seeing and playing with everyone, and we can't wait until next year (but Craig has to be more emotionally prepared). SEE YOU NEXT TIME SUCKERS!

Show Times: 

Intro:0:15

Family Played: 6:26

The 3rd Segment: Origins Debrief: 43:29

Wrap-Up: 1:16:30

This Episode Produced by Patreon Patrons Steve Dakuginow and Eric Buscemi!

Welcome to a completely unorganized discussion of all things Origins where three avid gamers talk about what the expect out of this year's convention. The sights, the sounds, the flavors, the games, the people! Oh My! This year is shaping up to be a great convention and we hope to see you all there! In this episode Craig is joined by the family to talk about their plays and Tyler's mehness towards four days of gaming. In the infamous third segment Craig is joined by Ken Grazier of Geek Craft, and Matt from PoNG to break down their hopes and dreams of four magical days in Columbus, Ohio! 

Show Times:

Intro 0:12

Family Played Segment: 2:44

3rd Segment with Ken Grazier & Matt Halstad: 17:14

Wrap-Up: 1:27:59

PBM Bumper: 1:30:21

In the newest episode of New 100, Craig ATTEMPTS to finish this silly project, one which is slipping further and further away. But in THIS episode, Craig discusses a plethora of different styles of games! First up, the dice and card game Star Wars Destiny, then CMONs Arcadia Quest dungeon crawler Masmorra. After that, Craig tackles the worker placement game Manhattan Project Energy Empire and the race game Flamme Rouge before finishing up with the card drafting game Herbaceous. All in all a great selection of games, even if some of the games weren't great.

Show Times:

Intro: 0:12

SW Destiny: 1:45

Masmorra: 5:37

Manhattan Project Energy Empire: 8:43

Flamme Rouge: 12:22

Herbaceous: 16:32

Wrap-Up: 20:01

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaand we're back! Welcome to episode 71 of the show! After our baby hiatus we're back in full swing catching up on all of the games we've played during maternity/paternity leave and the family's lists are HUGE! In the third segment, Craig is joined by Brandon Kempf and Eric Buscemi to talk about the launch of a new media network which we are proud to be a part of and then settle into some topic discussion about overproduction of games and feeling like the dumbest person in a room after losing games. Its a great episode to come back to and we're glad to be back! Also, in this episode, Craig gives the details of our NEW Patreon campaign to help Craig pay for the show AND buy diapers, give it a look!

Show Times:

Intro: 0:11

Family Segment: 7:53

Third Segment with Brandon and Eric: 34:24

Wrap-Up: 1:59:50

Punchboard Media Stinger: 2:02:09