Ray and Joe sit down with Bill Ivie, Director of Board Games for Meeple-A-Thon, a Kansas City convention that’s gaming for a cause. They explore the new Learn to Win program, the heart behind the event, and how board games can bring people together for good. A joyful and inspiring episode full of laughter, faith, and fellowship through gaming.

Links:

Meeple-A-Thon- https://meepleathon.com

New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Sponsor Links:

Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

Hosted by Ray & Joe
Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/christian-board-gamers/

Ray and Joe wrap up their GrandCon mission trip with stories and highlights from the games they played along the way. They also unpack the role of preferences—how they influence decisions both in board gaming and in church—and why that isn’t always a healthy thing.

Hosted by Joe & Ray
Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/christian-board-gamers/

Links:

New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Sponsor Links:

Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

Ray and Joe launch their new segment, “It’s Your Turn,” with a listener submission: Imperium Classics! They dive into how the game plays, what makes it unique, and why it stands out in the board gaming world. Then, they share behind-the-scenes stories from their recent mission work with Love Thy Nerd. Ray reflects on the challenges and blessings of serving, while Joe talks about his time at Strong Tower Con. Together, they highlight how board games can spark meaningful connections, community, and gospel conversations.

Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/christian-board-gamers/

Links:

New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Sponsor Links:

Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

This week on The Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe and Ray share their experience with River of Gold, highlight the story behind Tabletop Testimony, and dig into a conversation every gamer needs: how to balance fellowship, food, and faith around the game table. From strategy to snacks, they reflect on honoring God with our bodies—even while gaming.

Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/christian-board-gamers/
New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Sponsor Links:

Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

In this episode, Joe and Ray dive into their playthrough of Raiders of Scythia and explore the joy of repetition, both in board gaming and in faith. They highlight how revisiting games can remind us of the importance of returning to God’s Word over and over again as we grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus.

Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/christian-board-gamers/
New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Sponsor Links:

Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

Joe and Ray are back for Season 4, fully caffeinated and convinced they can land a plane—with nothing but three cups of coffee and a handful of dice! In this episode, they catch up on the games they’ve been playing, recap Joe’s wild June and July, and, yes, revisit their bold aviation claims. Don’t miss the kickoff to a brand-new season. God bless!

New Email Address: cbglootdrop@gmail.com

CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers

Book Link: https://a.co/d/9Z7PXbc

Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Sponsor Links:

Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org

Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org

In the season finale of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe and Ray bring the laughs like never before! Between uncontrollable giggles, Joe shares why you should join Love Thy Nerd on mission to Gen Con, and the duo talks through their recent playthroughs of 3 Magi, Everdell Duo, and more. Things go off the rails in the best way possible as they close out the episode with a flurry of dad jokes you won’t want to miss. Welcome to the dopest episode yet!

In this episode of the Christian Board Gamers Podcast, Joe and Ray sit down with Cole Smith, the designer of the upcoming game 3 Magi. Cole shares his powerful testimony of coming to faith, his ongoing walk with Christ, and how following Jesus has shaped his journey as a game designer. Aside from Ray’s wild claim that the U.S. now owns Canada, this episode is full of heart, humor, and inspiration for gamers and believers alike!

CBG Links
CBG FB Group: facebook.com/groups/christianboardgamers
Game Changer Board Gaming Retreat Link: camplivingwaters.org/game-changer

Cole Smith Links

3 Magi: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bedouingames/3-magi

Sauros: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/438733/sauros
Tanuki: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/375923/tanuki

Sponsor Links
Fearless Nonprofit: fearlessnonprofit.org
Camp Living Waters: camplivingwaters.org