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Positively Board Gaming

Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier
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  • D&D Classes and Superhero Games
    From exploding corpses to comic book heroes, Mitchell and Jamey explore their favorite superhero games, RPG classes, and what happens when your party’s healer can’t stop picking fights. Episode 20 of Positively Board Gaming kicks off with celebration, banter, and a preview of the first-ever live recording for episode 21. Mitchell and Jamey share their excitement for engaging directly with fans during the live stream and reflect on how much the show has grown. Jamey starts the conversation by reviewing the new Fantastic Four movie—which he ranks in his top five superhero films of all time—and uses it as a jumping-off point to spotlight six of his favorite superhero-themed board games: Marvel Dice Throne, Sentinels of the Multiverse, Comic Hunters, Marvel Remix, Marvel Villainous, and The Reckoners. Mitchell dives into the mechanics and design of Sentinels, sharing his appreciation for how storytelling is integrated into card-based games. Then, Mitchell takes over with a deep dive into his five favorite RPG character classes: the Necromancer, Cleric/Paladin, Bard, Ranger, and Rogue. He recounts hilarious D&D stories—like the time their healer insisted on leading every charge—and explores why certain archetypes resonate across both tabletop and video games. 0:00 – Welcome to Episode 20 2:12 – Live recording announcement for Episode 21 6:40 – Treats of the Day (Italian mousse cake & Panera goodies) 12:52 – Game night recap: New York Slice, Point Salad, No Thanks 15:00 – Positively Board Gaming now on Instagram 20:45 – Superhero movies: Fantastic Four, Black Panther, Captain America 28:10 – Superhero board games: Top picks from Jamey 35:40 – Mitchell’s top RPG/dungeon crawl classes 1:06:00 – Charisma and negotiation in RPGs 1:13:00 – Final thoughts and invite to the live episode #BoardGames #TabletopRPG #SuperheroGames #RPGLife #PositivelyBoardGaming superhero board games, Sentinels of the Multiverse, Marvel Dice Throne, Comic Hunters game, Marvel Villainous, Marvel Remix, top RPG classes, favorite D&D classes, bard class, cleric healer story, dungeon crawl board games, superhero movies ranked, Black Panther movie, Captain America movie, Fantastic Four 2025, live board game podcast, Positively Board Gaming Instagram, Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Sees Candies review, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats, Vantage board game, Jamey Stegmaier Vantage,
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  • Games Worth a Deep Dive and Strategies You're Always Likely to Pursue
    In this insightful and entertaining episode, Jamey Stegmaier and Mitchell Whitfield explore the personal side of board gaming strategies. Whether it’s letting the game guide your decisions or sticking to a tried-and-true plan, the hosts examine how play styles often mirror who we are. 00:00 – Introductions and treat of the day 03:20 – Popcorn prep and movie night 07:45 – Miniatures upgrade for Horrified D&D 13:10 – Game-related shirts and personal fashion 15:45 – Do your strategies reflect your personality? 19:00 – Seven Wonders and predictable play styles 27:15 – Jamey’s income obsession in Tapestry and Hadara 33:00 – Quacks of Quedlinburg: busting vs balance 40:20 – Dice Throne characters and complexity levels 47:10 – Most-played games and deep dive ideas 54:00 – Wrapping up and what’s coming next #BoardGames #TabletopGaming #GameNight #QuacksOfQuedlinburg #DiceThrone #SevenWonders Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Sees Candies review, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, cozy board game discussion, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, Fjord games, Linda’s Fudge Cake, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Daggerheart, nostalgic board games, Scotland Yard board game, Blarney board game, Magic The Gathering, board game memories, cooperative board games, RPGs vs board games, legacy games history, Dungeons and Dragons influence, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats, Vantage board game, Jamey Stegmaier Vantage, Stonemaier Games Vantage, board game launch experience, game design process, board game cruise, Saltfjord board game, Bomb Busters board game, Farshore Everdell sequel, Port Royal Dice Game, how to teach board games, alpha gaming tips, tactile learning in games, board game community, board game strategies, game play styles, Quacks of Quedlinburg, Seven Wonders strategy, Dice Throne characters, Tapestry board game, Star Wars deckbuilding game, Terra Mystica, best miniatures for board games, upgrading board games, board game personality types, tabletop gaming discussion,
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  • Stuff We Love and Great games that Deserve a Refresh
    What do Sees Candies, disc golf, and a deluxe version of Lords of Waterdeep have in common? They’re all part of this feel-good episode packed with personal favorites, nostalgic treats, and board games we wish would come back. In episode 18 of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell Whitfield and Jamey Stegmaier take a fun detour from typical game reviews and dive into a lightning round of their favorite things—from chocolate and pizza to current TV obsessions and tabletop accessories. Mitchell opens up with a sweet ode to Sees Candies’ chocolate-covered marshmallows, while Jamey shares his latest love: a local Earl Grey peach coffee. From there, they riff on nostalgic TV, comfort food, and even a massive fidget-spinner-style DND dice. The episode also features an honest discussion about which games deserve a reprint or visual refresh—Battlestar Galactica, Lords of Waterdeep, and Comic Hunters top the list. They wrap things up with Mitchell’s early impressions of Arydia, and tease an upcoming live episode for #21 that will let fans join the conversation in real time. 0:00 – Intro 2:21 – Community appreciation & audience growth 4:38 – Mitchell’s treat of the day: Sees Candies marshmallow 8:10 – Giant DND spinner die 13:50 – Jamey’s new format: Stuff We Love 16:00 – Local favorites: pizza, coffee, and snacks 22:10 – Sports we’re watching: Disc Golf, Soccer, Baseball 27:00 – TV talk: Dexter: Resurrection, Fringe, Dropout.TV 33:40 – Movie picks: Sinners and Superman 38:00 – Book recommendations: Mistborn trilogy & The Lodge 43:00 – Podcast picks: Dice Jesters, Keeper Cull, Dice Tower 47:40 – Game discussion: reprints, refreshes, and deluxe dreams 57:00 – Mitchell’s early Aridia impressions 1:06:00 – Wrapping up & live episode teaser Positively Board Gaming, board game podcast, Mitchell Whitfield, Jamey Stegmaier, Stonemaier Games, Sees Candies review, Lords of Waterdeep deluxe edition, Battlestar Galactica board game, Comic Hunters game, Arydia board game, game reprint wishlist, best board games 2025, cozy board game discussion, gaming podcast 2025, Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, Fjord games, Linda’s Fudge Cake, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Daggerheart, nostalgic board games, Scotland Yard board game, Blarney board game, Magic The Gathering, board game memories, cooperative board games, RPGs vs board games, legacy games history, Dungeons and Dragons influence, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats, Vantage board game, Jamey Stegmaier Vantage, Stonemaier Games Vantage, board game launch experience, game design process, board game cruise, Saltfjord board game, Bomb Busters board game, Farshore Everdell sequel, Port Royal Dice Game, how to teach board games, alpha gaming tips, tactile learning in games, board game community,
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  • Norwegian Board Game Cruise and Tips for Teaching Games
    What does it feel like to finally ship a game eight years in the making? Jamey Stegmaier opens up about the emotional weight of launching Vantage, as well as his first ever gaming cruise, while Mitchell and Jamey share tips on how to teach games effectively—and why being present matters more than ever. In this thoughtful and heartfelt episode, Mitchell Whitfield and Jamey Stegmaier reflect on the creative journey and emotional impact of launching a board game—specifically, Jamey’s long-anticipated Vantage. They explore the tension between fan excitement and creator burnout, and why it’s important to enjoy the moment instead of rushing to “what’s next.” Jamey also recounts his first-ever board game cruise through Norway’s stunning fjords, where he connected with 200 gamers, explored beautiful ports, and discovered new favorite games like Saltfjord, Farshore, Port Royal: The Dice Game, and Bomb Busters. The duo then shifts gears into a practical yet personal discussion on teaching games. They share their top strategies for guiding new players—including why overview first matters, how to run a practice round without overwhelming players, and ways to avoid “alpha gaming” while still being helpful. It’s a conversation that blends strategy, philosophy, and community in all the best ways. Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, Fjord games, Linda’s Fudge Cake, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Daggerheart, nostalgic board games, Scotland Yard board game, Blarney board game, Magic The Gathering, board game memories, cooperative board games, RPGs vs board games, legacy games history, Dungeons and Dragons influence, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats, Vantage board game, Jamey Stegmaier Vantage, Stonemaier Games Vantage, board game launch experience, game design process, board game cruise, Saltfjord board game, Bomb Busters board game, Farshore Everdell sequel, Port Royal Dice Game, how to teach board games, alpha gaming tips, tactile learning in games, board game community, board game podcast “Don’t forget to enjoy what’s in front of you. Be in the moment—there’s always time to worry about what’s next.” — Mitchell Whitfield" "Teaching isn’t just about rules—it’s about helping someone feel the game.” — Jamey Stegmaier
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  • Therapeutic Benefits of Board Games and the Anticipation for Vantage
    What do anticipation and emotional connection have to do with board games? Everything. In episode 16 of Positively Board Gaming, hosts Mitchell Whitfield and Jamey Stegmaier share how board games help during hard times—and how the excitement of waiting for a new release like Vantage can be just as meaningful as playing it. This episode dives deep into the therapeutic value of gaming, the psychology behind pre-release hype, and the joy of comfort games. Jamie discusses his long-awaited game Vantage and what went into its carefully timed rollout. Mitchell opens up about how board game content helped him through medical challenges. Plus, hear their thoughts on new and upcoming titles like Roth, Tend, Runar, and more. If you’ve ever found joy in gaming when life felt heavy—or gotten giddy over a shipping notification—this one’s for you. 0:00 – Intro + Sweet 16 Celebration 2:45 – Launching Socials for the Show 5:30 – Sweet Treats: Fudge Cake & Crab Cake Hush Puppies 13:40 – Stonemaier Vantage Coins & Components 17:55 – Kinfire Chronicles: Final Thoughts 23:10 – Gaming Cruise + Fjord Games 29:45 – The Psychology of Anticipation 42:15 – Crowdfunding Projects We’re Excited About 52:30 – The Therapeutic Value of Gaming 1:02:15 – Comfort Games and Emotional Connection 1:11:50 – Community Call to Share Your Stories “Anticipation is its own kind of joy.” — Jamie Stegmaier “Board games were my therapy—my escape, my connection, my comfort.” — Mitchell Whitfield Vantage board game, Stonemaier Games Vantage, Kinfire Chronicles, board game therapy, comfort games, board game anticipation, board game hype, Roth Chip Theory, Tend IV Studio, Runar board game, gaming cruise, Fjord games, Linda’s Fudge Cake, therapeutic board games, board game psychology, board games under $50, games with great table presence, Mistborn board game, surprise game mechanics, best value board games, Dice Miner, Fire Tower game, 20 Strong game, Sushi Roll board game, Red Rising Stonemaier, Spots board game, Compile card game, tactile board games, beautiful board games, Stonemaier Games podcast, board games we played at 13, Daggerheart RPG, Critical Role, Daggerheart, nostalgic board games, Scotland Yard board game, Blarney board game, Magic The Gathering, board game memories, cooperative board games, RPGs vs board games, legacy games history, Dungeons and Dragons influence, Stonemaier Games podcast, board game stories, board game podcast, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, Board game reviews, board game unboxing, tabletop gaming, tabletop games, board games, board game design, game highlights, board game highlights, board game trivia, board game memories, game night tips, D&D, RPG, RPGs, RPG board games, rpg game reviews, rpg reviews, board game podcast, Watergate board game, historical board games, Comic Hunters game, Night of the Ninja, Fringe board game, NHL board game, board game design challenge, Stonemaier Games, Jamie Stegmaier podcast, punctuation in games, board game night treats
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Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the hobby, Positively Board Gaming offers a welcoming space to deepen your appreciation for tabletop games. Join Mitchell and Jamey each week, as they chat about everything the world of board gaming has to offer and share their enthusiasm, knowledge and curiosity.
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