Tabletop Submarine

Tabletop Submarine

Join Andrew and Josh as they talk, share stories, and dive deeper into why we love tabletop games.

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October 1, 2026 • 46 mins

Welcome to the Submarine! In this episode, Ben Kutay shares his unique journey from a scientist to a board game designer, highlighting the importance of scientific thinking in game balancing and design. We explore how analytical methods can enhance game development and the creative process behind popular IP-based games.

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Kervin from For Why Games and Steve from Tabletop Hero are with us for the 2026 GenCon Report Join us as we dive into the highlights and experiences from Gen Con 2026, exploring the growth of the industry, memorable moments, and future hopes. Our guests, content creators Steve and Kervin, share their insights on the convention's vibe, key announcements, and the vibrant community that makes Gen Con special.

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August 5, 2026 • 41 mins

Our friend Jay Cormier is back on the submarine! It has been a long time since Harrow County and Off the Page Games is killing it! Join us as we explore the fascinating world of tabletop gaming, comic book adaptations, and game design with Jay Cormier. Discover how stories, mechanics, and creativity come together to create memorable gaming experiences.

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Join us as we dive into the highlights and behind-the-scenes moments from Origins 2026, featuring insights from media creators, designers, and attendees. Discover the latest game releases, convention hacks, and memorable experiences from this year's event. Join us as we explore the latest in board game design, industry surprises, and upcoming releases with industry insiders Ryan and Zazu. Discover new games, industry insights, and ...

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June 3, 2026 • 5 mins

THANK YOU FOR FOUR YEARS OF STORIES. Josh gives you an update on the future of the Submarine!

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May 21, 2026 • 17 mins

Breeze Grigas joins us on the Submarine!!

BostonFIG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that celebrates independent game development in New England, across the United States, and around the globe. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment for everybody who enjoys and appreciates games in any shape or form. The organization seeks to support and showcase the efforts of independent game developers, as well as to nurture young ...

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Join us as we chat with game designer Skippy Brown about his space-themed game Lunar Rush, upcoming projects like Kaiju Raising Havoc, and insights into game design, space concepts, and the joy of introducing games to new audiences.

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Welcome to the Tabletop Submarine Podcast! In today’s episode, we dive deep into the world of board game design with Ashwin Kamath, a talented game designer known for his innovative approach. If you've ever wondered how to create engaging board games that resonate with players, you’re in the right place. Ashwin shares his experiences from the vibrant Seattle gaming scene and discusses his latest project, Chicken Fried D...

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In this engaging conversation, we welcome Ryan Gutowski from One Board Family to discuss the importance of family in board gaming, the evolution of content creation in the gaming community, and out recent gaming experiences. We share memorable moments from conventions and provide valuable advice for aspiring content creators. All this and more on today's episode!

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March 23, 2026 • 16 mins

Rock the stage and Rule the Strip!

In Hair Band, you're an upstart 80’s glam metal band vying for Hollywood’s next record deal. But to get it, you'll need to convince the label you're the next big thing - get awesome, get fans, perfect your show, and complete your demo to sign on the dotted line.

Each round, you’ll place your dice-as-rockers around Hollywood to write, rehearse, promote, gig, and party all night. B...

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Join us as we explore the ins and outs of GAMA Expo with Kristen Mott, a talented game designer with some awesome new games on the horizon. Discover who should attend, what opportunities await, and how to make the most of this vibrant industry event.

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March 1, 2026 • 40 mins

In this episode of the Torpedo, Josh, Andrew, Daryl Andrews, and Adrian Adamescu discuss the new edition of the board game Sagrada, its origins, design process, and the journey to publication. They explore the enhancements made in the new edition, including accessibility improvements and new art, as well as the thematic inspiration drawn from the Sagrada Familia. The designers share their experiences in the game industry, the chall...

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Sorry in advance for some of the audio! We had to scrub really hard with Josh's mic but weren't able to get it all. We hope you still enjoy!

In this episode, Josh and Andrew discuss their experiences at Tantrum Con, a favorite tabletop gaming convention. They share insights on the well-organized event, their roles as VIP guests, and the fun activities they participated in, including a music bingo event. The conversation highlights...

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January 14, 2026 • 56 mins

Friend of the show, and designer of Twisted Trumpets from Play to Z games joins us on the Submarine! Matt and Andrew have been in the same design circles for a long time with Josh being a playtest for both of their games. With his first ever game being released we learn the story of how this came to be at one of our favorite show's of the year, TantrumCon! All this and more on today's episode.

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December 17, 2025 • 61 mins

Paul Saloman, designer and podcaster joins us on the submarine! We talk about all sorts of great things including what really constitutes a game and why we should be talking more about dexterity games. All this and more on today's episode!

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December 3, 2025 • 7 mins

Josh and Andrew take time to say thanks to all the listeners. Then Josh gives an update on why the uploads have been so sporadic recently. 

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Part 2 of our Board Game Rundown Episode!

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Actress, Producer, Dungeon Master, and tabletop celebrity Anjali Bhimani joins us on the Submarine in a special episode dedicated to The Puppy Roll. By the time this has posted the livestream would have been done but you can still donate and enjoy today! 

The Puppy Roll is a one-of-a-kind charity Dungeons & Dragons livestream where celebrity players bring their dogs to life as adventurers. Created by actress and ...

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