On this episode we’re thrilled to welcome back the fantastic Mike from Guntower Games 🎉

When we last caught up, Pandora Celeste was still taking shape. Fast forward nearly two years and not only is Pandora now a fully fledged reality, there’s an expansion on the horizon too!

We dive into everything you need to know; what’s in the box, where you can back it, and what exciting new mechanics this expansion introduces!

We also chat about the journey of developing the original game, Tabletop Gaming Doncaster, and Mike’s ultimate Desert Island game choice 🏝️

It’s a great catch-up, packed with behind-the-scenes insights and tabletop talk.

Enjoy!

*Important Information*

Guntower Games Website
Find out more about Pandora Celeste, the expansion and Guntower Games in general on their website!

Pirates & Salvage Expansion on Gamefound
See more about P&S and back it, along with plenty of other Pandora goodies!

Be sure to tell them the Bucket List Board Gamers sent you, if you decide to back!

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

It’s officially the start of convention season, and first up on our calendar is the newly revamped Tabletop Gaming Live, taking place this year at Doncaster Racecourse on the 14th and 15th of February 🎲📅

And yes, we’ll be there too, recording a live episode! 🎙️

With Valentine’s weekend setting the scene, love may be in the air when the convention rolls around, but when Jay and Matt caught up it was all about business. Specifically, Tabletop Gaming Live business!

In this episode, we dig into what you can expect from TTGL’s big return, the lessons learned from last time, and who you can catch on the brand new Talks and Live Sessions schedule.

We also tackle a truly vital question: what food and drink will be available for your enjoyment 🍔🍻

We also talk about the balancing act involved in running an event of this scale, the value of hindsight, and what first drew Matt into the tabletop hobby 🎲❤️

Enjoy!

Important Information

You can find out more about Tabletop Gaming Live at Doncaster Racecourse, including schedules and ticket details, over on their website here:

https://www.tabletopgaming.co.uk/tabletop-gaming-live-2026/

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

It’s a CHRISTMAS MIRACLE — we’ve actually managed to get this edited and into your ears before the big day! 🎄

Join us for the second Bucket List Board Gamers Quiz, this time with a festive twist… although you might not immediately guess that from the questions themselves.

Nick and Kay are representing BLBG this time around, but now they’re up against not one, but two formidable teams made up of bona fide industry heavyweights.

Team Tettix (of Deep Regrets and Hideous Abomination fame) go head-to-head with a powerhouse pairing of Flav from Hachette Games and Mark, founder of AireCon.

Stepping into the hot seat for the first time, new Quizmaster Luke does his very best to keep things under control — but will he succeed?

• Who will claim victory?
• Can anyone name all 62 Unmatched main characters?
• Does Luke's ego know no bounds?
• And perhaps most importantly… will Nick still be conscious by the end of the episode?

There’s only one way to find out... you’ll have to listen in!

A quick apology for the sound quality in places due to some technical gremlins, but we’ve done our best to smooth things out.

Merry Christmas to you all, and we’ll see you in 2026! 🎉

Want to hear a COMPLETELY UNCENSORED version of the quiz?
Become a Patreon and listen to the full, unfiltered chaos right now at www.patreon.com/blbg.

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

In this episode Ben from Orcwood Games joins us to talk about Dirty Spatula, Unhappy Arrangements, and the pride of seeing players enjoy your game.

We chat Kickstarter, creative risks, and why the best components sometimes have a secondary use!

From navigating the challenges of independent publishing to balancing humour and heart in game design, Ben shares what it’s really like bringing an idea to life.

Whether you’re a budding designer or just love a good board game story, this episode serves up plenty of insight, with a side of laughs!

**Important Information**

You can head over to Orcwoodgames.co.uk right now and pre-order Dirty Spatula with £5 off!

Elsewhere on the site you can also pick up copies of Unhappy Arrangements and Orcwood Showdown!

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

We’ve been doing a LOT of chatting here at the Bucket List Board Gamers, and this time we caught up with Rafflesia, the mind behind the delightfully devious Nasty Ones!

Don’t let the title fool you—Rafflesia is anything but nasty!

We discuss his brand-new game Stitched Up, chat about what it takes to create artwork that really stands out, and swap stories about Murder Mystery games and Escape Rooms.

Give this episode a listen, and if Stitched Up or Nasty Ones sound like your kind of fun, be sure to check out the Kickstarter before the campaign closes!

*Important Information*

Stitched Up on Kickstarter

Nasty Ones on Instagram

Nasty Ones Website

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

It’s time for Episode 4 in our flagship Bucket List series - and this time, we’re diving into Two Player Games… that also shine at higher counts!

Two-player games are a fundamental part of many people’s journey into gaming. But what happens when you want to bring more people to the table?

In this episode, Craig and Luke explore games that are not only fantastic for two but also scale beautifully for larger groups — perfect for introducing friends to titles you already love as a duo.

Huge thank you, as always, to our wonderful patrons for their continued support!

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

🎙️ We’re back with another interview episode—and this one’s a real treat!

YouTube legend Dan “DJ Slope” Ibbertson (of Slope’s Game Room) joins Jay for a wide-ranging chat that dives deep into his passions: board games, video games, collectibles, and beyond.

Expect stories from his hit Kickscammers series, candid thoughts on the gamer’s mindset, why meeting your heroes isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be, and even… the game that must not be named. 👀

Of course, we couldn't have DJ slopes on the show and not stray slightly (read: tumbling headfirst) into the world of video games.

Enjoy!

**Important Links**

Slopes Game Room on YouTube

The Kickstarter that got Destroyed by the Sun

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard

We’re back with the third episode in our flagship “Bucket List” series — and this time, it’s all about Two Player Games!

Not all games labeled "2+ players" deliver a great experience with just two at the table. Some feel like afterthoughts, with clunky variants or added admin that takes away from the fun. So in this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and highlighting games designed specifically for two players — the ones that truly shine in head-to-head play.

Whether you're gaming with a partner, a friend, or a rival, these are the two-player games worth adding to your bucket list.

Thank you as always to our lovely Patreons!

• Jerry Moncrief
• Daniel Fullard