Shelf Stable Podcast
@shelfstablecast.bsky.social
We're a podcast celebrating board games that have stood the test of time (5 years old minimum). Join us in the cult of the old!
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Posts by Kenny. Except the lame ones. Lame posts by Tom.
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Posts by Kenny. Except the lame ones. Lame posts by Tom.
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The Hidden History of Women Game Designers daily.jstor.org/the-hidden-h...
The Hidden History of Women Game Designers - JSTOR Daily
Nineteenth-century women turned music lessons into interactive entertainment, complete with spinning wheels and ivory counters.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Late but great! Episode 68 is up
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Shelf Stable: A Board Gaming Podcast: #68 Characteristics of Games Pt. 2
It's the year 2035. A retired Jim Carrey and Christopher Walken emerge from their stasis e-pods for one more film. A film to put all others to shame. Characteristics of Games: a Garfield Movie. The st...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Late but great! Episode 68 is up
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As promised, here’s a chat I had with designer @marcelineleiman.bsky.social who wants YOU to make games for Indie Games Night Market. If you are looking to break into games, you’ll want to watch this interview.
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Designer Marceline Leiman wants YOU to make games for Indie Games Night Market - TCbH PAX Interview
YouTube video by The Cardboard Herald
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November 25, 2025 at 9:20 PM
As promised, here’s a chat I had with designer @marcelineleiman.bsky.social who wants YOU to make games for Indie Games Night Market. If you are looking to break into games, you’ll want to watch this interview.
youtu.be/-np-0dZWFPs
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Indie Games Market last night was a rousing success!!!!
WOW. I’m so impressed by all of the vendors organization and skill.
I’m sure we’ll be able together get stats from the PAX team, but this year definitely felt way bigger 🧵 🎲✂️
WOW. I’m so impressed by all of the vendors organization and skill.
I’m sure we’ll be able together get stats from the PAX team, but this year definitely felt way bigger 🧵 🎲✂️
November 23, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Indie Games Market last night was a rousing success!!!!
WOW. I’m so impressed by all of the vendors organization and skill.
I’m sure we’ll be able together get stats from the PAX team, but this year definitely felt way bigger 🧵 🎲✂️
WOW. I’m so impressed by all of the vendors organization and skill.
I’m sure we’ll be able together get stats from the PAX team, but this year definitely felt way bigger 🧵 🎲✂️
I would absolutely support monthly for a hobby board game version of @commanders-herald.bsky.social they have been absolutely killing it
"Nobody wants to buy anything except for rare cards, because they're starting to realize that Monopoly has never been fun to play and that the new generation of My Little Pony isn't as good as that other one. You know, the one with Rainbow Dash?"
Hasbro Executives Begin Burning Wizards of the Coast Office Furniture For Warmth | Commander's Herald
Renton, Washington -- As the harsh winter approaches, Hasbro's board of directors huddle around the burning desk of Carmen Klomparens, hoping to stave off a freezing death for another night. "The trek...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
I would absolutely support monthly for a hobby board game version of @commanders-herald.bsky.social they have been absolutely killing it
@boardgamebarrage.bsky.social ep347 is so good. Such contagious energy when they are putting their favorite designers on blast.
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BGB Podcast #347 – Bob’s Design - Board Game Barrage
BGBBOB is back, and it's been long enough that you might need a reminder. Ten game designers enter the ring, and through the arduous process of one vs one battles, we arrive at our (and not just our, ...
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November 20, 2025 at 11:20 PM
@boardgamebarrage.bsky.social ep347 is so good. Such contagious energy when they are putting their favorite designers on blast.
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Gem available for free today on Steam and Itch
@amabel.bsky.social has a great video essay here youtu.be/8Wsplgvo4l8?...
@amabel.bsky.social has a great video essay here youtu.be/8Wsplgvo4l8?...
November 19, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Gem available for free today on Steam and Itch
@amabel.bsky.social has a great video essay here youtu.be/8Wsplgvo4l8?...
@amabel.bsky.social has a great video essay here youtu.be/8Wsplgvo4l8?...
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Oops, did not post this week's episode like usual, but it is indeed up. Catch ep67 now:
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Shelf Stable: A Board Gaming Podcast: #67 A Genre Unto Itself
Why so serious? Bou-ba-ba ba-ba-ba-ba ki-ki ki-ki hee-hee hee-hee. This beatbox really makes you feel like Joker and that's why it's powerful. Bibliography: If Joker could beat box Makes you f...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Oops, did not post this week's episode like usual, but it is indeed up. Catch ep67 now:
shelfstablecast.com/67-a-genre-u...
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Another hit
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I Tried The $299 Scam Board Game Table
YouTube video by The Dragon's Tomb
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November 18, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Another hit
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@ava.foxfort.net @giantbrain.co.uk re choosing what to play:
If we get stuck, our group uses a reverse draft. One person picks as many games as there are players. Then we go around the table each removing one game. The game left over is the one we play.
If we get stuck, our group uses a reverse draft. One person picks as many games as there are players. Then we go around the table each removing one game. The game left over is the one we play.
November 16, 2025 at 6:59 PM
@ava.foxfort.net @giantbrain.co.uk re choosing what to play:
If we get stuck, our group uses a reverse draft. One person picks as many games as there are players. Then we go around the table each removing one game. The game left over is the one we play.
If we get stuck, our group uses a reverse draft. One person picks as many games as there are players. Then we go around the table each removing one game. The game left over is the one we play.
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We’re thrilled to share our Special Presentation; Indie Games Night Market Preview!
It was a privilege to be part of this & share these games with you all~
youtu.be/HA_u8oxU0kc?...
See the games that will be at the IGNM in exactly 1 week at #PAXunplugged!
#boardgames #ignm
#cardgames #indiegames
It was a privilege to be part of this & share these games with you all~
youtu.be/HA_u8oxU0kc?...
See the games that will be at the IGNM in exactly 1 week at #PAXunplugged!
#boardgames #ignm
#cardgames #indiegames
November 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
We’re thrilled to share our Special Presentation; Indie Games Night Market Preview!
It was a privilege to be part of this & share these games with you all~
youtu.be/HA_u8oxU0kc?...
See the games that will be at the IGNM in exactly 1 week at #PAXunplugged!
#boardgames #ignm
#cardgames #indiegames
It was a privilege to be part of this & share these games with you all~
youtu.be/HA_u8oxU0kc?...
See the games that will be at the IGNM in exactly 1 week at #PAXunplugged!
#boardgames #ignm
#cardgames #indiegames
November 14, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Brother, if you need permission to take a break you’re already starting in the wrong place.
If you’re finding yourself more bored or stressed than enjoying your current situation with games, stop and take a deep breath.
Nothing is worth losing the spark of love and enthusiasm for life inside you.
If you’re finding yourself more bored or stressed than enjoying your current situation with games, stop and take a deep breath.
Nothing is worth losing the spark of love and enthusiasm for life inside you.
Jaded - with Tom Vasel
YouTube video by The Dice Tower
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November 14, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Brother, if you need permission to take a break you’re already starting in the wrong place.
If you’re finding yourself more bored or stressed than enjoying your current situation with games, stop and take a deep breath.
Nothing is worth losing the spark of love and enthusiasm for life inside you.
If you’re finding yourself more bored or stressed than enjoying your current situation with games, stop and take a deep breath.
Nothing is worth losing the spark of love and enthusiasm for life inside you.
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I'm like if a "long-abandoned blog where the most recent entry is an years-old apology for the lack of updates and a promise to post more" was a person.
November 13, 2025 at 11:43 PM
I'm like if a "long-abandoned blog where the most recent entry is an years-old apology for the lack of updates and a promise to post more" was a person.
Youtube comments are like "cool Outer Wilds shirt." When @tombrewster.bsky.social made an excellent Chat Pile joke.
Vantage might be one of the most talked about board games this year - but do all its promises of open world wandering have us hungry for more?
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Review: Vantage - Shut Up & Sit Down
In this week’s video review, Tom’s having a poke around in Vantage - one of the biggest games this year - literally! Over 1,000 cards are packed into this massive box that promises a truly open world…...
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November 13, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Youtube comments are like "cool Outer Wilds shirt." When @tombrewster.bsky.social made an excellent Chat Pile joke.
Fascinating thay there is a "new" Tresham game.
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The Story Behind Francis Tresham's The Judge in Circuit | BoardGameGeek News
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November 13, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Fascinating thay there is a "new" Tresham game.
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Every Stefan Feld City game.
November 12, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Every Stefan Feld City game.
Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Bad people. Long ago, the five nations lived together in harmony.
November 11, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Bad people. Long ago, the five nations lived together in harmony.
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This is a feed of designers bringing their games to Indie Games Night Market at PAX Unplugged 2025 next week. Right now, it is chock full of folks cutting, printing, boxing, and otherwise willing their games to life.
November 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
This is a feed of designers bringing their games to Indie Games Night Market at PAX Unplugged 2025 next week. Right now, it is chock full of folks cutting, printing, boxing, and otherwise willing their games to life.
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HUGE Announcement!!
I’m thrilled to reveal we’re starting a podcast:
BATS!
The “BoardGame-Animal-Talk-Show”
With special guests:
Reiner Knizia
@dnlnwmn.bsky.social
Ammon Anderson
@asmeesh.bsky.social
@ithayla.bsky.social
& MORE to reveal!!~
Coming late December, stay tuned!!
#boardgames
I’m thrilled to reveal we’re starting a podcast:
BATS!
The “BoardGame-Animal-Talk-Show”
With special guests:
Reiner Knizia
@dnlnwmn.bsky.social
Ammon Anderson
@asmeesh.bsky.social
@ithayla.bsky.social
& MORE to reveal!!~
Coming late December, stay tuned!!
#boardgames
November 11, 2025 at 3:16 PM
HUGE Announcement!!
I’m thrilled to reveal we’re starting a podcast:
BATS!
The “BoardGame-Animal-Talk-Show”
With special guests:
Reiner Knizia
@dnlnwmn.bsky.social
Ammon Anderson
@asmeesh.bsky.social
@ithayla.bsky.social
& MORE to reveal!!~
Coming late December, stay tuned!!
#boardgames
I’m thrilled to reveal we’re starting a podcast:
BATS!
The “BoardGame-Animal-Talk-Show”
With special guests:
Reiner Knizia
@dnlnwmn.bsky.social
Ammon Anderson
@asmeesh.bsky.social
@ithayla.bsky.social
& MORE to reveal!!~
Coming late December, stay tuned!!
#boardgames
This week, we are joined by @dnlnwmn.bsky.social who skyrizzies it up on Ep66!
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Shelf Stable: A Board Gaming Podcast
A podcast celebrating board games that have stood the test of time.
https://linktr.ee/shelfstablecast
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November 11, 2025 at 3:10 PM
This week, we are joined by @dnlnwmn.bsky.social who skyrizzies it up on Ep66!
shelfstablecast.com/66-ft-daniel...
shelfstablecast.com/66-ft-daniel...
Don't you know Ravensburger?! Upper Deck invented Magic.
Ravensburger pushes for Upper Deck to pay $3.8m legal fees it racked up defeating ‘groundless but unrelenting’ Disney Lorcana lawsuit:
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November 10, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Don't you know Ravensburger?! Upper Deck invented Magic.
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I’ve been wanting to make this video for a while and I finally made it! Here are some gift ideas for young kids that aren’t just board games (but are related)!
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10 Great Gifts (not just board games) for kids 5 and under!
YouTube video by Board Game Blitz
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November 10, 2025 at 3:19 PM
I’ve been wanting to make this video for a while and I finally made it! Here are some gift ideas for young kids that aren’t just board games (but are related)!
youtu.be/Hreb7HtYaN8?...
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