Operation: Game Night
Travis Smith, Jared Erickson, and Clay Gable get together to discuss the latest and greatest in board games in this weekly podcast. What's hot, what's hitting the table, featured discussions about board games and the board gaming culture, and the primary mission objective- to play more board games!
Podcasting since 2024 • 36 episodes
Operation: Game Night
Latest Episodes
OGN Ep 36: Game Recommendations by Player Count
How do you choose the perfect board game for your group size? While many games claim to support various player counts, most have a specific sweet spot where they truly shine. In this intimate, co-host episode, Clay and Travis break down their f...
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OGN Ep 35: Creature Caravan, Stonespine Architects, & Games on the Go
The crew takes their podcast on the road to discuss the best games to bring when traveling. Three board game enthusiasts with different travel constraints share their approaches to portable gaming while preparing for upcoming moves.• Ja...
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OGN Ep 34: Azul, Expeditions, Armello, and Beginner's Guide to the BGG Hotness
We dive into the BoardGameGeek Hotness list to explore what games are capturing the attention of the board game community, while sharing our gaming experiences and insights.• Jared prepares for the World Series of Board Gaming by planni...
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1:28:44
OGN Ep 33: Engineer Thoughts on Engine Building Games
Engine building games create deeply satisfying gameplay experiences that mimic real-life decision-making through resource management and strategic planning. We explore what makes these games so compelling and highlight some of our all-time favo...
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OGN Ep 32: Weeknight Games are the New Dinner Party
We explore the world of weeknight gaming, discussing how board games can transform mundane weekdays into memorable social experiences while balancing time constraints and life responsibilities.• The group debates what makes a game suita...
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