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THE BOARD GAME & TABLETOP PODCAST

Two brothers. One table. Zero excuses.

We break down modern tabletop games, cutthroat 1v1 showdowns, and the hidden depth of 2-player gaming. From lane battlers to euro worker placements, pull up a chair.

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Ep. 03
38:34 •

Why You Should Paint Your Board Game Miniatures—even as a Beginner

Does painting board game miniatures actually make games more fun? In Episode 3 of Two at the Table, Shaun and Ian are joined by their brother Alex to discuss how painted miniatures can improve immersion, gameplay, and your connection to a game. We share beginner miniature-painting tips and talk about Dungeons & Dragons, Marvel Crisis Protocol, Zombicide, Ghostbusters, Super Dungeon Explore, and more. Should you paint your minis—or embrace the gray? Join us at the table and decide for yourself. ----------------------------------------

Games on the table:
🎲 Dungeons & Dragons
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Ep. 02
43:35 •

6 Most Replayable Board Games We Never Get Tired Of

Looking for the most replayable board games? In Episode 2 of Two at the Table, Shaun and Ian share six board games they never get tired of playing: The Castles of Burgundy, Tales of the Arabian Nights, Gold West, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Cascadia, and Heat: Pedal to the Metal. We talk about what keeps each game coming back to the table, from fresh strategies to memorable moments—and why Ian loves Betrayal but hates being the betrayer. Join us for board game recommendations to inspire your next game night.

Games on the table:
🎲 The Castles of Burgundy 🎲 Tales of the Arabian Nights 🎲 Gold West 🎲 Betrayal at House on the Hill 🎲 Cascadia 🎲 Heat: Pedal to the Metal
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The Philosophy

Why "Two at the Table"?

Getting 6 people together for game night is hard. Sitting down with one other person across the table is where tabletop gaming shines brightest.

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Zero Downtime

No waiting 20 minutes for someone to calculate their optimal turn while everyone checks their phones. In a 2-player duel, every move directly impacts you right now.

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Pure Strategy & Rivalry

No kingmaking, no random table politics, and no hiding behind alliances. Win or lose, the outcome rests strictly on who read the board better.

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Unfiltered Honest Takes

We don't do hype-cycle fluff. If a game has flawed balance, bad rulebooks, or falls flat at 2 players, we call it out directly.

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