
Life Beyond Board Games
A podcast every second Friday about exploring fun and challenges we have as board gamers, yes, sometimes talking about the board game we play too. We're in Australia (Stella and Melissa) and USA (Candice and Eric) and want to connect with you, no matter who and where you are. Drop as a line, or message, find us in podcast directories, and this Facebook group.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/lifebeyondboardgamespodcast
Podcasting since 2025 • 11 episodes
Life Beyond Board Games
Latest Episodes
Episode 11 - The Table Where Everyone Belongs: Neurodiversity, Mental Health and Board Gaming
In this episode, your board gaming crew goes beyond meeples and dice to roll deep into… feelings! 😱 Eric, Stella, and Melissa talk about neurodiversity and mental health in the hobby we all love. We cover everything from awkward social e...
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Episode 10 - Convention Wins, Crud and Games - Tales from the Convention Floor
Ever wondered what happens when board gamers leave their cozy game caves and brave the wild world of conventions? In this episode of Life Beyond Board Games, join Candice, Melissa, Eric and Stella unpack the madness of board game conve...
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Episode 9 - Dice, Depression & a Dose of Connection: True Gamer Stories
In this surprisingly heartwarming episode of Life Beyond Board Games, your trio—Stella (alleged basement keeper), Eric (probably innocent-NOT), and Melissa (eyewitness to none of it)—explore how board games magically turn lonely nights...
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Episode 8 - Greasy Fingers, Rule Lawyers, and Sore Losers: A Survival Guide
Ever experienced that tense silence when someone flips out after losing a game of Catan? Or watched in horror as greasy fingers handle your precious cards? You're not alone, and we're here to commiserate.In this brutally honest conversa...
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Episode 7 - Board Game Meetup. Exciting or Daunting?
Ever walked into a board game meetup and wondered, “Am I at the right place?… Should I bring my own games?” 😅 Whether you're the host, the guest, or that mysterious person who always brings a 4-hour euro at 9:30pm—we’ve got stories. In this epi...
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