For my 3rd posting of the day, we have Jack and Samuel Gassmann, designers of Force of Virtue from Masterstroke Games! They reached out to me earlier in the year, and it just so happened they were also attending Salute 51, both as attendees and game masters! We covered a lot of ground in this episode, including a discussion of HEMA, game design for Force of Virtue, and what these guys will be presenting at Salute 51. It was a great talk and I appreciate how candid Jack and Samuel were! Please enjoy the episode!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy our next Salute 51 themed episode with none other than Phil Andrews! Phil is a member of the South London Warlords and the chief architect of this year's wargaming convention. He kindly took time out of his day to speak with me about the planning of Salute, as well as some of the details a first timer should expect. Given that they are expecting between 6000-8000 attendees, this is next level planning on the part of Phil and his team! Please enjoy our conversation, and thanks again to Phil for coming on the show.20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- come along for the planning of 20Sided Gamified LLC's journey to Salute 51! Titch, Kelly and I plan out the adventure on-air and get into every detail of what we're excited about, what we want to see, and how we want to tackle this doozy of a con!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Loyal Audience! Please enjoy this podcast which was recorded YESTERDAY immediately following our wargaming event at SUNY New Paltz. Kelly and I, along with long time friend and mentor Dr. John Manning, ran two scenarios for Dr. Bezerra's classes, each of which focused on the Battle of Qadesh (1274 BCE). We put a lot of time into crafting the scenario, playtesting it over and over to ensure that both sides had the opportunity to win. The students had a blast, and dare I say, everyone involved saw the value of game based learning. Kelly took a ton of photos and video, interviewing students about their experience to get a better sense of what they enjoyed about the experience. We'll more than likely build some sort of montage for our Youtube page. Please enjoy the episode, and keep a look out for a second episode about more of the strategies that were used in real life as well as the game when it comes to fighting Qadesh.20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends! Today, we bring back Jon Hage from Sleeping Giant Gaming! You may remember a short video we made from PAXUnplugged in which we conducted a very short interview with the company. This time around, we have Jon and his daughter, Brynn, on the show for a full conversation. Brynn is the artist in the family and is responsible for all of the maps and illustrations in SGG products. It was lovely speaking with them both!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This was a really big one for Kelly and I. Steve Jackson Games is one of those companies that should be on the Wikipedia page when you type in "gaming", "games", or "hobbies". This is a company that's been around for over 40 years and has published some of the most recognizable products in the world of games, including Munchkin, Car Wars, Ogre, and GURPS. Will and Randy couldn't have been nicer, and we all collectively realized that this would end up being more than a single episode of conversation (in fact, we'll be interviewing Steve Jackson HIMSELF sooner rather than later). We originally set out to talk about the new Car Wars rules (which we did successfully), but quickly veered off into other areas as well. Huge thanks to the guys for coming on. Please enjoy!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- please enjoy the 2nd installment of our "how to start a wargaming project". On this episode, Titch, Cory, Dave Taylor and I talk paints, painting, and the techniques we use when painting our miniatures. We were all loose for this episode (especially me, hence the introduction) and had an absolute blast chatting. Thanks to all the guys for participating. Collectively, we have about 150 years of painting experience! Enjoy the show and be sure to check out the links below!https://www.davetaylorminiatures.com/20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- today on the pod, Kelly and I chat with the amazing Matthew Farber of UNC. This guy is way too accomplished for me to just blather about, so I pulled his bio right from his website (it's below this blurb). This was a fun, intense, deep conversation about games, education, and how they manifest in the classroom. I'm sure you'll enjoy it!Matthew Farber, Ed.D. is an Associate Professor of educational technology at the University of Northern Colorado and the founder of the Gaming SEL Lab. His research is at the intersection of game-based learning (GBL) and social and emotional learning (SEL). He studies how playing and making games can cultivate empathy, perspective-taking, and ethical decision-making. He also works in youth initiatives around game design as a form of self-expression.Dr. Farber has been invited to the White House, to keynote for UNESCO, and he has been interviewed about games and learning by NPR, The Washington Post, Fox News Radio, APA Monitor on Psychology, EdSurge, The Denver Post, The74, Fast Company, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal. He is an advisor to Peekapak, Quandary (MIT’s Learning Games Network), Evolved Play, and Slam Out Loud, and has advised Noggin (Nick, Jr.). He is also a frequent UNESCO MGIEP, iThrive Games Foundation, and Games for Change collaborator, an Edutopia contributor, a Certified BrainPOP Educator, a Classcraft Ambassador, and a member of the iCivics Educator Network.20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- My guest this week is none other than Taylor Holloway from the venerable and awesome company Creature Caster. They make absolutely gorgeous models, along with gaming rules and other game related products. Kelly and I met Taylor at PAX 2023, and within a few minutes of chatting, it was clear that we'd do a whole episode about the company. This was a wild one- please enjoy!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- please enjoy this conversation with our friend Tony from Little Wars TV. Probably one of the more casual episodes we've done yet. We talked about anything and everything game related as well as some other juicy topics and controversies. Kelly and I are excited given that we're gonna see Tony this summer at Historicon, and we got the invite to do some podcasting at the LWTV HQ this summer. Should be a blast. Have fun with this episode!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- please enjoy our 40th!!!! episode with the faculty of Westchester Community College! There is a vibrant gaming scene at the college, located in Valhalla, NY, with games being presented in classrooms as well as after hours. This was a wild one to record given the fact that there were 6 voices in the space, and I wanted to make sure everyone was heard. Huge thank you to Steve, Scott, Julie, and Houston for being part of the show. Listeners- this is the episode for you if you want to hear more about gaming on an institutional level. Have fun listening!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- please enjoy this friendcast with Titch + Kelly! Here us go at it with tips on how to get a wargaming project off the ground in 2024. While we were a bit "loose" in this episode (which was kind of the point) I do think it's a pretty comprehensive look at the behemoth that wargaming can be, with tips on how to overcome some of the hurdles. We had a great time- and please keep an eye out for part 2!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- I had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Richard Clarke, mastermind behind the Too Fat Lardies. TFL can be described in many ways- they are a wargaming group, a company, and even simpler, a group of friends that all share wargaming in common. Their rules are prolific and some of the most played historical wargames in the world, everything from Chain of Command, to What a Cowboy, to I Ain't Been Shot, Mum. I would also argue that TFL rules bridge a nice gap between "fun" and "complexity". Richard and I touched on numerous topics including his start in the hobby, views on wargaming rules, and some of the conflict with The Miniatures Page (TMP) a number of years ago. It was a great chat, and I'm thankful Richard was interested in coming on the show!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- This episode is part 2 in a short series I'm calling the Princeton Tandem, as I recorded these during a short downtime period during PMUNC 2023. Jason Matthews is one of the finest game designers out there. When Kevin Bertram of Fort Circle Games told me, "I know this guy", I knew I had to reach out for an interview. Twilight Struggle, if you're a history teacher or political science teacher, is THE GAME, no matter what! It's played all over the place, in schools, game clubs, comic stores- you name it. Jason is a great conversationalist, with TS being only part of the conversation. We have a lot of overlap in terms of education, and it was interesting to hear about the lobbyist work, amongst other things, that Jason does for a career. Loved talking to him- I hope you enjoy listening!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- This episode was recorded on location at Princeton University, during some downtime at PMUNC 2023. Alyssa Faden is, simply put, one of the finest cartographers I've ever come across. In so many regards, she is a legend in the D&D map-making world, helping Dungeon Masters/Storytellers bring their games to life, and provide a creative boost. All of her work is hand drawn and detailed to perfection. Our conversation was wide ranging and super fun. If you're interested in checking out Alyssa's work, please go to:https://www.alyssafaden.com/Enjoy the show!!!20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Sided Gamified Listeners- if you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!https://patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCFriends- I don't know how often we think of Scrabble in the same light as other strategic games. In fact, it is very strategic, and requires a ton of skill, practice, and discipline to get good. In this episode, I had the utmost privilege of interviewing friend and Scrabble guru Will Anderson. He is so personable, warm, and kind, and it awesome learning more about his rise through the ranks of the Scrabble elite despite finding the game later in life. I am not afraid to admit that beyond our friendship, I am simply astounded at the way his brain works, and I love asking him questions to better understand how he thinks. I also think that many of the topics we covered within the show, especially when it comes to the importance of practice, can play a role in the life of any gamer. We had an awesome conversation, and Will is planning on coming back on the show in the future to chat again. I sincerely hope you enjoy the show!Will can be found on youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/@wanderer15And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Sided Gamified Listeners- If you’re a fan of this show and want access to 12 exclusive episodes that drop on the 30th of each month- shows that are orchestrated and designed by you, join the game at patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLC  See you there, and don’t forget your dice!patreon.com/20SidedGamifiedPodcastLLCFor today's show, Kelly and I interview our friends Steve and Shelby, who go by the moniker @armchairemperor on Instagram. While we talked about many things, a lot of our conversation focused on an extensive project these two worked on for Historicon 2023. Shelby is quite the terrain builder, and went into detail about making a 54mm replica of Fort William Henry to go along with scenario + rule design by Steve, who also painted up all the wonderful figures used in the game. The games were a real hit at the con! Beyond that, we simply had a lovely chat. Please enjoy the show!And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Kelly and I chat about different games, HMGS Next Gen, Inc "stuff", and other topics casual in nature. I find these types of episodes to sometimes be the most fun to record, so please enjoy!And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- anyone who listens to this podcast regularly knows that your faithful host is a huge fan of the World of Darkness and White Wolf Games. If Gothic Horror makes you uncomfortable, this is not the episode for you! Gehenna Gaming started out as a game group of WoD fans, and morphed into a full fledged company that was responsible for the dozens of Vampire the Masquerade tables at PAX Unplugged 2023! They provided the STs running the games, and had a booth in the main vendor hall with all the exhibitors. In this chat, we discussed the founding of Gehenna Gaming, some basic concepts regarding the World of Darkness, and spoke about GG's upcoming game, Eldritch Automata! We will absolute have Ian and Nick back on in the future, and I hope to get in some games with them at some point or another! Remember- if horror and really "messed up" plots are not for you, I would not recommend this episode!Some links specific to Gehenna games, including their soon to be released game, Eldritch Automata!Website: https://gehennagaming.comEldritch Automata: https://links.gehennagaming.com/eaDiscord: https://discordapp.com/invite/Twb5m6dAnd, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you read the title of this particular podcast, need I say more? Warlord Games is by far the most recognizable, relevant, historical wargaming forward company out there. This is not to say that there aren't other important companies and manufacturers out there- of course there are! But when it comes to modern wargaming companies, it's hard to argue against everything that Warlord has been doing since its inception, whether we're talking about Bolt Action, Black Powder, its Epic line, etc. In this interview, Kelly and I had the chance to chat with Marcus Vine, Hobby Content Producer and Tournament Coordinator for Warlord Games. It was an absolute blast talking with him, as he was able to give us a good sense of what Warlord's values are as a company, and got into some detail about the educational opportunities Warlord has dove into. Huge thank you to Marcus to taking the time to chat with us. Please enjoy the show!Also, friends, depending on when you listen to this episode, Firelock Games has ONE MORE DAY for its 20 Sided Gamified sale! Use the coupon code nextgen10 to get a discount on your purchase (valid through 12/22).Finally, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- Robey Jenkins is author of the Horizon Wars series, a fabulous game of SciFi combat. Originally, he published his work through Osprey Publishing, but since has launched his own company called Precinct Omega Games. What stood out more than anything from this interview was Robey's dedication, creativity, and willingness to open up about his journey in game authorship. While we had some technical difficulties recording, Robey was kind enough to do a monologue "goodbye and thanks" plug at the end of the show. I hope you enjoy the episode, and please do check out Robey's page at the following location:https://www.precinctomega.co.uk/And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamifiedFinally- don't forget about the current Firelock Games sale, which lasts until 12/22 and is directly connected to this show. If interested in picking up some stuff, please go to www.firelockgames.comUse the coupon nextgen10 to get a discount on your purchases! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- Kelly and I only interviewed Adam a few days ago, but couldn't help but post the conversation immediately. While not necessarily "affiliated" with Firelock Games, Adam and his Thomas Hill Wargamers crew (from Ohio) love their games, and even have been showcased in some of Firelock's books! Because of this, it made sense to post the pods together, as we talked so much about the Firelock team with Adam. Ultimately, I've been impressed by the Thomas Hill Wargamers ever since I saw their amazing WW1 trench board at Historicon 2024. Additionally, they have been published in a few wargaming magazines. They have an amazing game club and are prolific when it comes to their online presence- hence how we came into contact. I loved doing this interview. Frankly, this interview is exactly why I got into podcasting, as while I knew a lot about the wargaming club, I knew very little about Adam. He has lived quite the life, doing work on behalf of farmers everywhere. He has traveled the world, worked in government, lived in DC, and has even taken a gamified approach to working out the kinds of problems farmers could have in catastrophe. It was a fascinating conversation. Also- I do want to point out that this little family unit- created by this pod- will be a lot of fun to get together with this summer. Cigars? Rum? Wargaming? Maybe a little danger? Should be a blast! I hope you enjoy this podcast (and the Firelock episode) as much as I did!And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello there friends! I hope all of you are having a wonderful day. For today's episode, I present to you Mike and Rufus from Firelock Games. This was an exceedingly fun interview to conduct, and I can absolutely tell that these guys are passionate about their product. We talked a ton about the history of Firelock Games, where the company came from, how it developed, and where it's headed in the future. Simply put- their games are really fun, so much so that we're running a 10% off coupon through the podcast, as a thank you to 20 Sided listeners. Go to Firelock's website https://www.firelockgames.com/ and put in the code nextgen10. This will hook you up on whatever you'd like to purchase, whether that's Blood and Plunder, Blood and Valor, or any of the fine products they sell. I can't wait to meet these guys in person at next year's Historicon 2024!And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Sided fans! I hope you're doing well out there, wherever you are! For today's show, I bring you the magnificent wargamer and educator, Hayes Wauford! Hayes and I met through the podcast itself, as well as HMGS Next Gen, Inc, the non-profit I help to run alongside John Spiess and Jim Stanton. I started following his pages on Instagram @camelcitywargames and @trianglesimulationsociety and noticed the professional and gorgeous games he was putting on in the American South. Then we realized that we grew up right around the same time, and had similar backgrounds in running wargames and other types of games for school programs. In that moment, I realized that Hayes would be an awesome guest. I did this talk solo, and had a killer conversation. I hope that you enjoy it. If you're a gamer and always wanted to get a sense of how to put on an educational game for kids, this is the episode you want to take a listen to!And friends, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our final PAX episode, Kelly and I talk about Saturday's comings and goings and some highlights of the day. We discuss some of our video interviews (which will air soon) with Archon Games, as well as Dire Wolf Games, and talk about some of the very cool products we found at their booths. In addition, we talked purchases, our experience in the roleplaying area of the con, and final thoughts on the trip. Please enjoy the show!And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey all! I know we've been spoiling you with with content these last few days, but when Aady told me this one was done, I couldn't help but post it. Enjoy Kelly, Matt and I get wild and crazy over the recent Napoleon movie. We also got a chance to talk a bit about the black hole that is Napoleonic wargaming. It's a good one, so buckle your seatbelts!And, don't forget about our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% off your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamified Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends- Kelly and I are recording live from PAX Unplugged 2023! We got in yesterday, and the whole event has been magnificent thus far. This recording was made last night around 10:00pm. We provide a little context for the convention, discuss our gratitude for being here, and plug some of the really cool vendors we met throughout our walkthrough of the main convention center. Also, this is the first episode we've put out acknowledging our sponsor, BetterHelp! If you're interested in inquiring about what BetterHelp can offer you, please use the link below and get 10% of your first month!https://betterhelp.com/20sidedgamifiedPlease enjoy the show! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends! Surprise! This week's pod comes a day early, and is meant to celebrate Thanksgiving and YOU! The 20 Sided team is quite thankful for all the support in 2023, and we wanted to bring you a fun filled (and only sort of cynical) episode that you can listen to in the more quiet moments of the Thanksgiving holiday. Now, should you want to enjoy it with the whole family- do you! It was a ton of fun to record. Ultimately, we mused on many topics, but the one that came up a few times was something along these lines- "when you're celebrating the holiday, are you thinking of ways to sneak out and get some hobby in?" If that's YOU, you'll absolutely love this conversation. Whatever you do, and however you celebrate, please enjoy the day, and enjoy the podcast! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy the conversation I had with Mark Backhouse, author of "Strength and Honour". To me, this is one of my favorite ancient wargames, and one that has the FEEL of the kinds of battles described by authors like Polybius, Tacitus, and Livy. This is in stark contrast with other rulesets focused more on tournament play, list building, min-maxing, etc. Mark is a school teacher like myself, and we hit it off pretty quickly. The talk was informative, interesting, and I hope you get something out of it. Have a great weekend all! Get some gaming in! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While I embarrassed myself confusing Black Sabbath's home city on this podcast (shame, shame, shame), it doesn't mean the conversation wasn't good! Shame aside, I had a lovely talk with Leon Pengilly, owner of Pendraken Miniatures. The company is one of the worlds most important manufacturers of 10mm scale miniatures. Leon walked me through the day in, day out life of a business owner that specializes in miniatures, and it was awesome to hear about the ways in which he runs his enterprise. Leon was great to talk to and I look forward to seeing him in person at Salute 2024! I am a massive fan of the company, and how to inspire the audience to check out his different wargaming lines. Please enjoy the podcast! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Starla and Mik from "Our Family Plays Games" came by to talk about their company's founding, their favorite games, and what they see as their role in the gaming community. To quote my engineer, who listened to this pod last night, "joy was oozing off the audio file". Easily one of my favorite interviews ever. OFPG is truly ensuring that everyone gets a seat at the table, and their message is plastered all over the internet, on their social media pages, and live, in person at gaming cons around the country. Please enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the pod we've got Logan and Kitty from Coyote and Crow Games. I had an absolute blast speaking with them, as they broke down the history, methodology, and mechanics of the popular roleplaying game, Coyote and Crow. This is a Science Fantasy game exploring a major "what if"- what if the indigenous people of the Americas never came into contact with Europeans coming overseas beginning in the 15th century? The kind of dedication, time, and energy that both Logan and Kitty put into the world building aspect of the game is simply remarkable, and the conversation we had touched on so many different avenues. We didn't get to finish the conversation, so expect another podcast in the future! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy this short but great podcast with Dr. Gavin Lawson. He is professor of Biology from Bridgewater College in Virginia, who just so happens to be a gamer, and just so happens to have a ton of experience gamifying education for students. Gavin and I met at Historicon 2023, becoming acquainted quickly. When he reached out regarding the rules I used for my Belleau Wood scenario, I asked him if he might have interest being on the pod. He said yes, and here we are! While the pod was on the short side, it was a really fulfilling conversation. I hope you enjoy it, and I hope to see Gavin again in the future for some gaming! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's Friendcast, 2 of my good buddies, Titch White and Cory Ring from Cigar Box Battles have come on the show to discuss the age old question in historical wargaming: the big game vs the little game. In other words, what has more merit- the massive miniatures game that requires 14 players and 10,000 miniatures on the table? Or, is there more merit to the smaller game on a 4x4 table with 10 miniatures per side? We debate this question, talk about the hobby, and discuss even more on this Friendcast! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello friends! This week on the pod, I spoke with Dr. Thomas O'Toole. He is the Executive Director of Public Affairs Programming at the Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy, at Cornell University. Tom and I met at Brunswick School, after I a) saw a really cool Cold War Simulation in our printer and b) found out that there was a guest professor running a simulation for some upper school students. I sat in on the game, and needless to say, I immediately said to myself, "I gotta get this guy on the pod!". Tom is a great guy- I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with him as he explained how he got into games, and how he uses them within the public policy courses that he runs. Have fun listening! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our 20th episode of the pod, I spoke with Dave Taylor. If you don't know who Dave Taylor is (shame, shame, shame!), he came to the US several decades ago to work on Games Workshop's US team. He has been here ever since, and is as prolific as anyone I know when it comes to wargaming, miniatures painting, and publishing. In addition to maintaining his own site, Dave Taylor Miniatures, Dave also writes for Wargames Illustrated, helps HMGS with its painting contests, and all in all, is always "around" when it comes to the hobby. I loved speaking with him! Please enjoy the show! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition of everyone's favorite Friendcast, Kelly, Steve and I chat about command systems in wargames. When is a command system so EXTRA that you sit around doing nothing, hoping for your troops to move? When is it too little, where a gamer has little to think about other than how many dice they need to roll? All this and more on Friendcast #2! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Much as you can tell by the title, I really felt this was a "big deal" kind of podcast. Wayne Arthur Turner has worked for Battlefield Miniatures for a number of years, writing sourcebooks for the standard Flames of War game as well as Team Yankee. He was a blast to talk to- the kind of conversation I wish was happening in person, following by a Flames of War game and possibly a pint or two (sorry kids, role model hat off!). Like I said, it was so much fun to talk with him, which gave me a great sense of where the company started, where it is now, and what it's doing. Thanks Wayne, for coming on! For all you listeners out there, please enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey there friends! Today on the pod is none other than Ray Kimball of 42ed Games. I first met Ray at NASAGA 2022, where I got the chance to play his Cuban Missile Crisis simulation, which was an absolute highlight for me. Only then did I find about his career in the US Army, along with all the work he has been doing with 42ed Games. We had a robust discussion about gamified education, and talked up the ever closer NASAGA 2024 Conference in St Louis. I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I did recording it! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the pod 20 Sided Gamified features two fantastic, interesting, easy to talk to boardgame designers- Kevin Bertram and Tory Brown of Fort Circle Games. Located in/near Washington DC, Fort Circle Games, with CEO and founder Kevin at the helm, is dedicated to designing games that take complex historical events and transform them into easy to learn games. With popular titles like "The Halls of Montezuma" and "Shores of Tripoli", Kevin has designed and curated games that are both educational and fun. Tory Brown, an author working with Fort Circle, was also featured on the pod as her game "Votes for Women", about Women's Suffrage, has really been the talk of the town in so many gaming circles. Again, much like the other titles in the Fort Circle library, this is an exceedingly playable game which also serves as a wonderful educator and teacher all at once. I thoroughly enjoyed talking with both Kevin and Tory, and hope to pair up with them in the future to do some classroom work, given that their titles are literally perfect for any academic setting. Please enjoy the show! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a "friendcast", I shoot the breeze with friends both near and far on different topics related to gaming. In this particular case, Kelly, Steve and I discuss how much a player's army choice (or character choice in an RPG) is a reflection on them. For example- is a player a "bad" person for playing Germans in WW2, or insurgents in Iraq? If you play a psychotic rogue hellbent on murder in D&D, does that say something about you? Get ready for a rollercoaster of a friendcast! Please enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Had an amazing conversation with Jamey from Stonemaier Games. It was one of those "do you want to be on the pod?" conversations that I've had a bunch of times, but never did everything come together as smooth as this one. Jamey was super easy to talk to, and it was nice going back in time to think about the beginning days of Magic. In terms of content, we also spoke a lot about the trials of running a game company, particularly one as successful as Stonemaier. It was, simply put, a lovely chat. I hope that you enjoy it! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shawn Taylor is the author of numerous wargaming rulesets, including a personal favorite of mine, Great War Spearhead. In this wide ranging conversation, Shawn and I discussed all sorts of things related to the First World War, as well as more tangential topics such as Games Workshop, Canada, and military service. It was a really fun chat, one that I hope you enjoy as much as I did recording it! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the pod, I interview Veronica Brown and Jeremy Caddel, two wonderful people who have been knee-deep in planning for NASAGA 2023, being held October 18th-21st in St. Louis, Missouri. NASAGA stands for North American Simulations and Games Association. The organization runs a yearly conference in which game enthusiasts, designers, educators, and people within the corporate world come together for workshops, seminars, and other activities centered around game based learning and practical application. And, beyond that, and arguably most important, participants have FUN getting together to talk all things games! I had a blast doing this interview as both Veronica and Jeremy sit on NASAGA's board of directors, and are the best people to give a sense of what NASAGA is all about, and what it might be like for someone to attend a conference. Please get to know Veronica and Jeremy through the pod, and enjoy! Should you want to attend the conference or need more information, all of those questions will be answered toward the end of the interview. I hope to see you at the con! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are multiple reasons why this particular podcast should be at the top of your listening queue. First and foremost, Eric Farrington is a killer rules writer/author whose titles include "Men of Bronze", "Wars of the Republic", and "Castles in the Sky", all published through Osprey Games. The conversation was really fun, given how much of an expert and enthusiast he is for games and game design. It was one of those conversations where I could easily see myself sitting down to roll some dice with Eric, and talk shop! The other reason you should listen to this podcast is because it almost was lost in space. Long story short, there was an issue within the 20 Sided Studio which I caught very late, and miraculously, my producer and I were able to find the raw file and transform it into the typical A+ listening experience we're known for. So in that sense, please grab your favorite beverage, or prepare yourself for whatever physical drive you're about to take, and get ready to listen to an interview that was nearly lost, without the help of a friendly Necromancer. Please enjoy!!!! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What has this guy NOT done??? Sit back and enjoy this conversation I had with the incomparable Matt Rendar, owner of Battle Tribe, and wargamer extraordinaire. I had so much fun talking to Matt about his many life experiences, everything from the tabletop, to real life battles, to art, and everything in between. Easily one of the more humbling pods I've done thus far. Please enjoy! Also, be on the lookout for a little collaboration Matt and I did together, though my role in said collab was as minimal as me sending Matt a photo..... Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the podcast, I chat with Dr. Steve O'Rourke, who is a professor of psychology at Westchester Community College. We talked at length about how he arrived at the school, how he implements games in the classroom, and what it's like to build community through gaming. This was a really easy conversation and I could tell quickly that Steve was a kindred spirit, as we had much in common. Please enjoy the episode! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the podcast I interview a friend, collaborative partner, and key player within the field of game based learning in the classroom- Professor Trent Hergenrader of RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology). Trent is, in my eyes, a pioneer of gaming pedagogy. Having seen his work first hand at NASAGA conferences, as well as at some of teaching conferences I ran at Hackley, he is an innovator, and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to gamification, collaborative world building, and teaching in general. This is a conversation you won't want to miss, as Trent goes in depth about how he does what he does inside the creative writing classroom. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.