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Meeple Nation Board Game Podcast

Meeple Nation·Hosted by Nathan Howard, Andy Holliday, Douglas Stewart, David Holliday and Logan Howard·637 episodes

LeisureGamesHobbies5-host panelBoard game reviewsBiweekly episodesCasual & conversationalGame mechanics deep-divesGaming news & highlights

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.

Why listen

Meeple Nation is a relaxed, five-host panel discussion about board games that covers everything from weekly gaming highlights to deep dives into specific game mechanics and design principles. If you enjoy casual conversations about tabletop games, learning what makes different game systems tick, and hearing from a friendly gaming community, this is the podcast for you.

Episodes

1 hr 6 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 613
MN 613 June Turn One

Episode 613: June 2026 Turn one Episode release date is June 3, 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 [email protected] 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 Perch Douglas Ticket to Ride Legacy Moon Colony Bloodbath with Lydia Bomb Busters

1 hr 6 min
May 20, 2026Episode 612
MN 612 May 2026 Turn Two

Episode 612: May 2026 Turn Two Episode release date is May 20, 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 [email protected] 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 High Season: Grand Hotel Roll & Write Orapa Mine Flaming Pyramids Tacta <a href= "https://boardgam

1 hr
May 6, 2026Episode 611
MN 611 May 2026 Turn One

Episode 611: May 2026 Turn One Episode release date is May 6, 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 [email protected] 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 They Live: Assault on Cable 54 Zombicide Second Edition on BGA Lairs Douglas Undaunted

1 hr 3 min
1 hr 3 min
Apr 29, 2026Episode 610
MN 610 April 2026 Bonus Round

MN 610 April 2026 Bonus Round (Fixed)

59 min
Apr 15, 2026Episode 609
MN 609 April 2026 Turn Two

Episode 609: April 2026 Turn Two Episode release date is April 15, 2026 Show Notes Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast If you like Okay Podcasts.. Welcome home.. Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Streetcar (Line 1) Deep Rock Galactic Winnie the Pooh: Serious Detective Tend <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/159504/folklore-t

58 min
Apr 1, 2026Episode 608
MN 608 April 2026 Turn One

Episode 608: April 2026 Turn One Episode release date is April 1, 2026

1 hr 8 min
Mar 18, 2026Episode 607
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 [email protected] 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

57 min
Mar 4, 2026Episode 606
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 [email protected] 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

1 hr 4 min
Feb 24, 2026Episode 605
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 [email protected] 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 Scr

1 hr 4 min
Feb 4, 2026Episode 604
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 [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Sponsorship Game Toppers

1 hr 5 min
Jan 21, 2026Episode 603
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 [email protected] 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

1 hr 5 min
Jan 7, 2026Episode 602
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 [email protected] 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 <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/37417

1 hr 8 min
Dec 31, 2025Episode 601
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 [email protected] 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 <li dir="l

1 hr 4 min
Dec 17, 2025Episode 600
MN 600 December Turn Two

Episode 600: December 2025 Turn Two Episode release date is December 17, 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 [email protected] 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 BGA Barrage Lorenzo il Magnifico Legions (Abyss) Booty Dice <p dir="ltr" ro

1 hr 16 min
Dec 3, 2025Episode 599
MN 599 December 2025 Turn One

Episode 599: December 2025 Turn One Episode release date is December 3, 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 [email protected] 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 The Children of Morta Amberlee The Hobbit: There and Back Again If Princess Bride Married <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/245654/railroad-ink-deep-blue-editio

59 min
Nov 19, 2025Episode 598
MN 598 November Turn Two

Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 598: November 2025 Turn Two Episode release date is November 19, 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 [email protected] 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 Duel for Cardia Caverna: The Cave Farmers Agricola Douglas <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/251661/oathsworn-into-

1 hr 1 min
Nov 5, 2025Episode 597
MN 597 November 2025 Turn one

Episode 597: November 2025 Turn One Episode release date is November 5, 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 [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Sagani Nova Luna Framework Habitats <a href= "https://boa

1 hr 1 min
Oct 29, 2025Episode 596
MN 596 October Bonus Round (Gift Guide)

Episode 596: October 2025 Bonus Round (Gift Guide) Episode release date is October 29, 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 [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Azure Duel for Cardia Five Three Five DC Forever <li dir="

1 hr 3 min
Oct 15, 2025Episode 595
MN 595 October 2025 Turn Two

Episode 595: October 2025 Turn Two Episode release date is October 15, 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 [email protected] 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 Slide Dark Heist Douglas Altiplano Tribes of Wind <p dir="lt

1 hr 5 min
Oct 1, 2025Episode 594
MN 594 October Turn One

Episode 594: October 2025 Turn One Episode release date is October 1, 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 [email protected] 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 Up or Down Emerald Skulls Black Orchestra Douglas Storm Raiders <p d

1 hr 7 min
Sep 17, 2025Episode 593
September 2025 Turn Two

Episode 593: September 2025 Turn Two Episode release date is September 17, 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 [email protected] 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 Lying Pirates Star Wars: Outer Rim Douglas Battle of Hoth <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/418059/seti-search-for-extraterrestri

56 min
Sep 3, 2025Episode 592
MN 592 September 2025 Turn One

Episode 592: September 2025 Turn One Episode release date is September 03, 2025 Show Notes Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Become a Chanameeple Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] 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 Nathan's Notes Sagani Hutan: Life in the Rainforest Douglas <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/

1 hr 4 min
Aug 20, 2025Episode 591
MN Podcast 591 August 2025 Turn Two

Episode 591: August 2025 Turn Two Episode release date is August 20, 2025 Show Notes This week we kick off our new format. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Chromino Bunny Kingdom Douglas <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/420443/treo

1 hr 5 min
Aug 13, 2025Episode 590
MN 590 August 2025 News

Episode 590: Meeple Nation August 2025 News Show Notes Episode release date is August 13, 2025 It is time again for our news episode. We will be talking about some gaming highlights, new games, new game announcements, and we may even manage to get to some crowdfunding games too. Come join us at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Okayest Podcast. Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Come watch us on YouTube Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights Andy Kids Nathan Life Update Douglas <li dir="ltr" ari

56 min
Jul 30, 2025Episode 589
MN 589 Player Elimination Games

Episode 589: Player Elimination Games Episode release date is July 30, 2025 Show Notes This week we are discussing Player Elimination Games. This is not a mechanic we all love, but we have a surprising amount of player elimination games. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Andy Zombicide: White Death Zombicide: White Death - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

53 min
Jul 23, 2025Episode 588
MN 588 Pick Up and Delivery Games We Missed

Episode 588: Pick-up and Delivery Games Episode release date is July 23, 2025 Show Notes This week we complete our discussion of Pick up and Delivery games. So, we are going to line up a bunch of games and choose some to discuss. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Gonza index Solar 175 Douglas <li dir="ltr" aria-leve

1 hr 10 min
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Jul 9, 2025Episode 586
MN 586 Pickup and Delivery Games

Episode 586: Pickup and Delivery Games Episode release date is July 9, 2025 Show Notes This week we kick off our discussion of pickup and deliver games. So, we are going to line up a bunch of games and choose some to discuss. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Become a Chanameeple Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] 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 Sequoia Sequoia is a quick, light dice-rolling and area majority game where players compete to grow the tallest trees in 11 different "forests." Objective: Have the tallest tree (most tree tokens) in as many forests as possible to score victory points. <li dir="ltr"

59 min
Jul 2, 2025Episode 585
MN 585 July 2025 News

Episode 585: Meeple Nation July 2025 News Show Notes Episode release date is July 2, 2025 It is time again for our news episode. We will be talking about some gaming highlights, new games, new game announcements, and we may even manage to get to some crowdfunding games too. Come join us at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Okayest Podcast. Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Come watch us on YouTube Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights Nathan Games with Dianne Azul <a href= "https://boardgamegee

31 min
Jul 1, 2025
SaltPod 6 SaltCON Summer Review

SaltPOD 0006, Summer 2025 Release date: June 30, 2025 Welcome gamers! If you are a board gamer, a social gamer, or someone who loves RPGs, SaltCON is a place for you. Welcome back to SaltPOD, your dedicated deep dive into the vibrant world of SaltCon and the incredible community that makes it tick! If you're new here, SaltPOD is your backstage pass, your insider scoop, your direct line to all things SaltCON. SaltCON – the biggest and best tabletop gaming convention in the Mountain West! We're here to explore the amazing games, the fantastic people, and the unforgettable experiences that make SaltCon a must-attend event year after year. Get ready to level up your excitement!" This episode we are reviewing all the great things that happened at SaltCON Summer which happened June 6th through the 8th at the Davis Conference Center, in Layton City. The first Summer event is the smallest of the events that happen at the Davis Conference Center, but that does not mean there is a shortage of events and fun to be had. This was still three days that were packed full of RPG events, Board Game events, Social gaming events, and even a tournament or two to be played in. So sit back and let's dig in. We have a lot to talk about. Vendor Hall Some very cool stuff for gaming drinks, games, and gaming accessories. https://www.facebook.com/diethuludimension/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/DiceChaos/ https://wyvernwarfare.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Fictionmobile/ https://binarycocoa.com/ https://aalazersquirrel.com/ https://www.4xpgaming.com/ Hot Games: Andromeda's Edge Cat Blues: The Big Gi

1 hr 3 min
Jun 25, 2025Episode 584
Meeple Nation 584: A Look At Market Games

isode 584: A Look at Market Games Episode release date is June 25, 2025 Show Notes This week we in contrast with the open drafting mechanic we discussed the last few episodes, this week we are focusing on games that have and use a market, and how a market game is different from an open drafting game. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan River of Gold with Cheryl Azul with Madi and BGA <li dir="ltr" a

1 hr 2 min
Jun 18, 2025Episode 583
MN 583 Top Rated Open Drafting Games

Episode 583: Top Rated Open Drafting Games Episode release date is June 18, 2025 Show Notes This week we are concluding our discussion of open drafting games. This episode we will be picking out games off the top Open Drafting Games, some games we missed and some we don't own. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Living Forest Siege of Rundar, Game I could not remember <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.

1 hr 30 min
Jun 11, 2025Episode 582
MN 582 Top Five Open Drafting Games

Episode 582: Our Top-Five Open Drafting Games Episode release date is June 11, 2025 Show Notes This week we are continuing our discussion of open drafting games. This episode we are hitting on our top-five Open Drafting Games Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan BBQ Cheryl teaching games Ribs tonight Summer cooking Douglas

1 hr 10 min
Jun 4, 2025Episode 581
MN 581 Open Drafting Games

Episode 581: Open Drafting Games Episode release date is June 4, 2025 Show Notes This week we kick off our discussion of open drafting games. So, we are going to line up a bunch of games and choose some to discuss. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Become a Chanameeple Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] 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 Doomlings Douglas Andy David In board game mechanics, open drafting is a specific type of drafting where players take turns selec

1 hr 16 min
May 28, 2025Episode 580
MN 580 May 2025 News Audio

Episode 580: Meeple Nation May 2025 News - New Games, Announcements, & Crowdfunding! Release Date: May 28, 2025 Welcome to Episode 580 of Meeple Nation, The World's Okayest Podcast! This week, Nathan, Douglas, and Dave pull up a chair to the game table to dive into all the exciting news from the board gaming world for May 2025. We're covering a ton of ground, including: New Game Releases: Discover what's just hit the shelves and is ready for your game night! New Game Announcements: Get the scoop on upcoming titles that have the community buzzing. Crowdfunding Games: We'll highlight some intriguing projects currently seeking support on Kickstarter and Gamefound. In this episode, we chat about: Our Gaming Highlights: Nathan: Twilight Inscription Flip 7 Hadrian's Wall Douglas: Arkham Horror Dave: Dominion Hot New Releases: Marvel Champions: Silk Hero Pack <a class="ng-star-inserted" href= "https://www.google.com/search?q=https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/408790/marvel-champions-card-game-

25 min
May 28, 2025
SCPC - SaltPOD: SaltCON Summer 2025 preview.

SaltPOD 0005, SaltCON Summer 2025 Release date: May 27, 2025 Welcome gamers! If you are a board gamer, a social gamer, or someone who loves RPGs, SaltCON is a place for you. Welcome back to SaltPOD, your dedicated deep dive into the vibrant world of SaltCon and the incredible community that makes it tick! If you're new here, SaltPOD is your backstage pass, your insider scoop, your direct line to all things SaltCON. SaltCON – the biggest and best tabletop gaming convention in the Mountain West! We're here to explore the amazing games, the fantastic people, and the unforgettable experiences that make SaltCon a must-attend event year after year. Get ready to level up your excitement!" This episode we are discussing SaltCON Summer which is happening June 6th through the 8th at the Davis Conference Center, in Layton City. This event is smaller than the Spring event but still has three action packed days of events, tournaments, open gaming and amazing people. Vendor Hall The Gauntlet of vendors and wears and gaming goodies. Hot Games: Andromeda's Edge Cat Blues: The Big Gig Creature Caravan Critter Kitchen Finspan House of Fado SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Slay the Spire: The Board Game Play to Win Games Friday and Saturday Gaming library A

1 hr 4 min
May 21, 2025Episode 579
MN 579 Narrative Choice or Paragraph Games

Episode 579: Narrative Choice or Paragraph Games Episode release date is May 21, 2025 Show Notes Meeple Nation discusses several games that include the narrative or paragraph game mechanic. Come join us at the game table and find some new and amazing games. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan Welcome to the Moon Douglas Clans

40 min
May 14, 2025Episode 578
MN 578 Network and Route Building Games We Dont Own

Episode 578: Network or Route Building Games We Don't Own Episode release date is May 14, 2025 Show Notes This week we are at the final connection of our Network or Route building games discussion. All routes are closing in this episode. For those who may have missed it, network or route building games where players are establishing connections between points on the board or map. For this last episode in this series, we will be looking at the larger list of top rated network or route building games according to BGG. I selected the Network or Route building Mechanic and limited that search to games that are rated with 7 stars or higher, and each of these games must have a minimum of 2000 user ratings. So let's get on board and punch the ticket of this discussion of network building games at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation

1 hr 10 min
May 7, 2025Episode 577
MN 577 Our Top Five Network and Route Building Games

Episode 577: Our Top Five Network or Route Building Games Episode release date is May 7, 2025 Show Notes This week we are at the middle point of our Network or Route building games discussion. Once again network or route building games mean players are establishing connections between points on the board or map. For this episode we will be focusing on our top five games that make use of the network or route building. So let's return to the game table and continue the discussion of network building games at the game table. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Become a Chanameeple Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan <a href= "https

57 min
Apr 30, 2025Episode 576
MN 576 Network and route building games

Episode 576: Network or Route Building Games Episode release date is April 30, 2025 Show Notes This week we kick off our discussion of games that involve network building. The "network building mechanic" refers to the gameplay element where players construct and expand interconnected systems, often representing transportation, communication, and resource distribution. It's about establishing links and leveraging those connections for strategic advantage. Some of the main concepts of network and route building include: Connectivity: The fundamental element of establishing links between nodes, such as locations, cities, or points of interest. These links from a network. Expansion: Players progressively expand their network, reaching new destinations and making further connections. Expansion is often tied to resource management, technology advancement, or through fulfilling objectives. Strategic advantage: A well-developed network provides: efficient resource movement, faster travel or delivery, control over locations, increased scoring opportunities, and influence over other game elements. Player interdependence: Networks can create interdependence between players, either through competition for resources and routes or through cooperative efforts. Come join us at the game table where we are going to talk about networking games, and I bet it includes more than train games. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air <p dir=

25 min
Apr 25, 2025Episode 4
SCPC 0004: Ways to Buy and Sell Games at SaltCON

It is time for the SaltCON SideCast. Episode 4. This week the hosts of Meeple Nation talk about the four ways to buy, sell, and trade games during SaltCON Spring, Summer, and End of Summer Events. There are four organized options, the no ship math trade, the virtural flea market, the game swap, and the in person flea market. Come join us at the game table as we discuss and come join us at the next SaltCON event, SaltCON summer this June from the 6th through the 8th.

1 hr 23 min
Apr 23, 2025Episode 575
MN 575 April 2025 News

Episode 575: Meeple Nation April 2025 News Show Notes Episode release date is April 23, 2025 This week we are talking about new games, new game announcements, new game releases and we also just had our HUGG-A-Meeple gathering. We may even manage to get to some crowdfunding games too. Come join us at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Okayest Podcast. Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights Nathan Fantastic Factories Stamp Swap Living Forest Enchanted Plumes R

1 hr 10 min
Apr 16, 2025Episode 574
MN 574 Movement Point Games

Episode 574: Games that use movement points Episode release date is April 2, 2025 Show Notes This week we are doing a one episode discussion of games that use movement points as a movement. What are movement points you ask? Well, movement points regulate how far a player can move their pieces during the game. For example, players are given a specific number of "points" that can be spent to move game pieces. Different spaces or terrains on the game board may cost varying amounts of movement points to enter. Players may receive a set number of movement points each turn that can be spread across multiple pieces. Those points could fluctuate depending on card draws or dice rolls. Sometimes movement points can be part of a larger pool of actions, and movement can be part of or one of those actions. In short, movement points provide a structured way to manage in game movement while adding a tactical element to gameplay. So let's make it a point to move to the game table and discuss some games. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation <

52 min
Apr 9, 2025Episode 573
MN 573 Games with Multi-Use Cards We Don't Own

Episode 573: Games with Multi-Use cards we don't own- Show Notes Episode release date is April 2, 2025 This week wraps up our look at games featuring Multi-Use cards, focusing on highly-rated titles we haven't yet added to our collection. As a reminder, Multi-Use cards offer strategic depth by allowing a single card to serve multiple purposes. These purposes can include acting as text-based abilities, resources, life counters, or even determining player order, as well as many other options. Come join us at the game table as we discover games with multi-use cards that we do not own. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Nathan The Elder Scrolls: Bet

1 hr 3 min
Apr 2, 2025Episode 572
MN 572 Part Two, or Something Like That

Episode 572: Part two? or something like that. Episode release date is April 2, 2025 This week we are creating a filler bonus episode because Nathan pushed out two episodes last week and we still wanted something to release today, because we want to make sure you all have something to enjoy today. Come join us at the game table as we decide together what we are going to talk about today. Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Meeple Nation Media Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Movies, TV, Books, Work or Other Hobbies Nathan Video Setup (Meeple Nation Patrons Thank You!) Daredevil (Disney+) Umbrella Academy (Netflix) The "Bobiverse" series by Dennis E. Taylor (We Are Bob) Jumanji Atomic Habits by James Clear Before

56 min
Mar 26, 2025Episode 571
MN 571 Games with Multi-Use Cards

Episode 571: Games with Multi-Use cards - Show Notes Andy Episode release date is March 19, 2025 This week we kick off our discussion of games with Multi-Use cards. A fascinating mechanic that adds layers of strategic depth and decision-making, and one we love very much. Instead of a card having only one specific function, multi-use cards can be used in different ways, offering players choices about how to best utilize them. This could involve: Playing the card for its stated effect: Using the card as a resource: Using the card for set collection or scoring: Using the card to build something: Why Use Multi-Use Cards? Increased Strategic Depth: Reduced Luck Factor: Greater Replayability: Thematic Immersion: Come join us at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation <li dir="ltr" a

55 min
Mar 26, 2025Episode 572
MN 572 Our Top-Five Multi-Use Card Games

Episode 572: Our Top-Five Games with Multi-Use cards - Show Notes Episode release date is March 26, 2025 This week we dig into our discussion of games with Multi-Use cards by hitting our top five. Just to recap, the Multi-Use cards game mechanic adds layers of strategic depth and decision-making. Something that we all love in a game. Come join us at the game table as we reveal our top five games with multi-use cards. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Most Okayest Podcast Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights (Highlight-Thirty) Andy Forest Shuffle with the Alpine and Woodland Edge expansions I

1 hr 19 min
Mar 19, 2025Episode 570
MN 570 March 2025 News & SaltCON Spring Review

Episode 570: Meeple Nation March 2025 News - Show Notes Episode release date is March 19, 2025 This week is all about SaltCON Spring! We managed to sprinkle a little news in there to boot. Come join us at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Okayest Podcast. Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights SaltCON Spring Nathan Mezen The Gang Pixies <a href= "https://boardgamegeek.com

51 min
Mar 12, 2025Episode 569
MN 569 Games with Card Play Conflict Resolution

Episode 569: Games with Card Play Conflict Resolution Episode release date is March 12, 2025 Show Notes This week we are doing a single episode discussing games with card play conflict resolution. Card play conflict resolution is a versatile mechanic that can add depth, strategy, and thematic flavor to board games. It allows for player agency and decision-making in situations that might otherwise be left to chance. Card play conflict resolution in board games means that instead of using dice rolls or other randomizers to determine the outcome of a conflict, players use cards from their hand or a shared deck to influence or directly decide the result. Conflict arises: Card selection: Reveal and resolve Why use card play for conflict resolution? Reduced randomness Strategic depth Thematic connection Variety and replayability Come join us at the game table. Sponsorship Game Toppers SaltCON Intro of Meeple Nation Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at [email protected] Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation </

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