Cele mai bune Miniatures podcast-uri (2025)

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The Town That Fell In Love With Miniatures 54:40

15d ago54:40

54:40

The first Annual Festival of Miniatures is underway in Brattleboro, Vermont, for the entire month of December. There are over 80 miniature window displays and a slew of activities in downtown Brattleboro. I was invited to be a judge for the festival and was privileged to see how minis transformed downtown - bringing visitors, raising spirits, and c…

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The Luxe Life - In Mini, with Jonathan Steadman 41:09

1M ago41:09

41:09

Join me as I talk to miniaturist Jonathan Steadman about his line of handcrafted miniatures in the luxury Christmas shopping room at Bergdorf Goodman. That includes a $35,000 dollhouse, which is spectacular! He also was a vendor at Kensington Dollhouse Show where he won Best Debut. Jonathan is on Instagram at House of Mirth Miniatures and host Beck…

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Small & Spooky 39:18

3M ago39:18

39:18

Join me as I talk to Crystal Cox about her business selling "spooky cute" and tiny things. Halloween has long been Crystal's favorite holiday - she even got married in an abandoned building lit with candelabras on Halloween (Dracula vibes, anyone). We also get serious for a moment and talk about an artist's worst fear, which is someone stealing the…

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Why We Love Tiny Things! 59:30

4M ago59:30

59:30

Do you ever feel guilty about the time & money you put into miniatures? Well, no more! I talk with Dr. Dalia Iskander, a medical anthropologist at the University College of London about her recent study of miniaturists. We talk about why we are driven to create miniatures, the pleasure and benefits we derive from them, and why we love tiny things! …

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Ep:136. Modelling for Advantage. 32:03

4M ago32:03

32:03

In Episode 136, the guys have been thinking about "cursed problems", and when they think about such things, they talk about them. Next up, we want minis to have a purpose in our games, but we don't want to allow modelling for advantage, while we want to give people freedom to use the minis they want. What to do about that? Late Pledge Boarders and …

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Ep:135. Fulfillment of your Kickstarter. 37:17

5M ago37:17

37:17

In Episode 135, Glenn has fulfilled several Kickstarters, Mike is just fulfilling his first, they talk about some of the tips and pitfalls for that process. Late Pledge Boarders and Black Flags on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/manokentgames/boarders-and-black-flags If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why not read it als…

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Ep 134: Nailing the PITCH for your tabletop game... 31:10

5M ago31:10

31:10

In Episode 134, the guys have been at Salute pitching their games to strangers one and all and so they've been thinking about doing that, how hard it is, and how important. Late Pledge Boarders and Black Flags on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/manokentgames/boarders-and-black-flags If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why…

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Ep 133: Cursed Problems, Experience Levels, Proscription and Impactful Failure. 1:31:03

6M ago1:31:03

1:31:03

In Episode 133, the guys have been thinking about "cursed problems", and when they think about such things, they talk about them. First up, putting differing experience levels together, proscription VS prescription and making impactful failure without creating a win-more. The Boarders and Black Flags Landing Page:https://www.kickstarter.com/project…

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Miniatures From The Amazon Rainforest! 42:42

6M ago42:42

42:42

Join me as I talk to Niki Faller about her work with indigenous artists in the Amazon rainforest. She is coaching them to make miniatures of their traditional arts (basket weaving, carving, tapestries, etc.) thereby opening up a new market for these talented artisans. The journey hasn't been easy as many of the communities are isolated and building…

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Ep 132: Cursed Problems, Ending Early and List Building. 59:06

6M ago59:06

59:06

In Episode 132, the guys have been thinking about "cursed problems", and when they think about such things, they talk about them. First up, "its possible to win until the last roll of the dice" vs "every decision matters" and then "list building matters" vs "you can't lose before getting to the table". You can pick up Pukeapocalypse from Exalted Fu…

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Ep 131: Pukeapocalypse 31:37

6M ago31:37

31:37

In Episode 131, Glenn recently released Pukeapocalypse, a punk skirmish game, with Exalted Funeral, here the guys talk about it. You can pick up Pukeapocalypse from Exalted Funeral here: https://www.exaltedfuneral.com/products/pukeapocalypse Or if you're in the UK you might prefer to get it from Glenn here: https://www.manokentgames.com/product-pag…

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Ep 130: Pledge Managers 39:41

7M ago39:41

39:41

In Episode 130, since Mike just opened the Space Gits Pledge Manager for late pledges, the guys are having a chat about Pledge Managers. The Boarders and Black Flags Landing Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/manokentgames/boarders-and-black-flags If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why not read it also in our upcoming book about d…

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Small & Stylish! 40:16

7M ago40:16

40:16

Casey started her career in fashion designing handbags and now she's designing mini totes, handbags, and other fun mini accessories that make your dollhouse feel like a real home. She's especially known for her tiny "ugly shoes", miniature versions of Crocs, Uggs, Birkenstocks, and more! Join us as we talk about all things mini. Casey is on Instagr…

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Ep 129: Pukeapocalype! 22:45

7M ago22:45

22:45

In Episode 129, Glenn's new game Pukeapocalypse has just come out from Exalted Funeral, so Mike is asking him a few questions about it. The Boarders and Black Flags Landing Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/manokentgames/boarders-and-black-flags If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why not read it also in our upcoming book about de…

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Ep 128: How to run a Kickstarter. 3:34:44

7M ago3:34:44

3:34:44

In Episode 128, okay, we've been away for a while partly this is because we've been running a couple of Kickstarters, the other is that we recorded several episodes on running a Kickstarter that I wanted to edit together into one episode. So, here we're back with an absolute monster of an episode going into everything you need to know about running…

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"Small Talk" with Mulvany and Rogers! 1:08:45

8M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Master Miniaturists Kevin Mulvany & Susie Rogers are an English husband and wife team. They create magnificent miniature palaces and historic mansions that are displayed in miniature museums and private collections all over the world. They are known for their incredible precision and accuracy in recreating historical architecture, as well as their …

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The Library of Lost Dollhouses! 43:11

9M ago43:11

43:11

Miniaturist and successful author Elise Hooper has written a fascinating book about secrets hidden in miniatures and what happens when they are discovered. Elise and I talk about the book, The Library of Lost Dollhouses, and how she was inspired to get back into miniatures by renovating her family dollhouse as part of her research for the book. Eli…

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Family Heirloom Gets New Life! 37:20

10M ago37:20

37:20

Kia is rescuing the 111 year old dollhouse made by her great great grandfather and passed down and played with for several generations. Besides scraping away paper and mildew, she has big plans for new ways for it to reflect her family history, including making furniture out of the family tartan, and turning old hand painted wallpaper scraps into a…

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Marina's Modern Miniatures 35:53

11M ago35:53

35:53

Marina's love for interior design shines through in her modern minis! And she's gotten a chance to make dollhouses for some high profile people including pop star Meghan Trainor, and the Bucket List Family! Join us as we chat all about her miniature journey. Marina is on Instagram @deck.to.farm.charm and host Becky Gannon is @madaboutminiatures.…

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Barbie's Crazy Creation Story! 43:27

11M ago43:27

43:27

Author Renee Rosen takes us behind the scenes to the absolutely incredible story behind Barbie's creation as detailed in her new book "Let's Call Her Barbie". This story proves that truth is indeed stranger than fiction and is full of more gossip, in-fighting, and twists and turns than the juiciest soap opera. A fun & fact filled interview that wil…

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A Rainy Day Discovery! 48:52

1y ago48:52

48:52

A quick rainy day trip to a dollhouse festival near her house led to the purchase of a dollhouse for her baby girl, and the start of Lucy's obsession to build the best dollhouse she had ever seen. Then came the call that House & Garden Magazine wanted to feature it, followed by an invitation to the Homo Faber Design Festival and an exhibition at Ha…

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Ep 127: The book on how to design better miniatures games! 2:24:49

1y ago2:24:49

2:24:49

In Episode 127, the guys wrote a book, which they've mentioned once or twice, about how to design miniatures games. Since its just lauched, they're going to talk a bit about it. If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why not read it also in our upcoming book about designing miniatures games, available here: www.routledge.com/9781032324012Chec…

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Ep 126: Hidden Movement! Finally! 31:14

1y ago31:14

31:14

In Episode 126, the guys finally actually have the conversation about hidden movement that they've been constantly implying but never having. Its really hard to do hidden movement in minis games, but there are ways and means of representing it to some degree.Pick up Hobgoblin here: https://www.electi-studio.com/store/p/hobgoblin-standard-harcoverIf…

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Ep 125: Borrowing Mechanics: Push Your Luck. 34:20

1y ago34:20

34:20

In Episode 125, the guys have returned to thinking about mechanics that are common in boardgames but rarer in minis games, this time its Push Your Luck mechanics. What are they, how do they work, and where do they fit into your game?If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why not read it also in our upcoming book about designing miniatures gam…

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Tiny Cakes & Big Dreams! 40:03

1y ago40:03

40:03

They are both miniaturists, they both live in Poland, and they just collaborated on a an incredible collection of miniature cakes. Join me as I talk to Anna & Gosia about their friendship, their hopes and dreams regarding miniatures (and how they plan to accomplish their goals) and much much more. Gosia's Instagram is @gosiasuchodolska and Anna's i…

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Ep 124: How many rules are too many rules? 30:39

1y ago30:39

30:39

In Episode 124, we've been thinking a little about the sheer length of rulebooks for minis games. Partly because of the one box wargames challenge, and partly because of our own designs. Why are they so long? Why are boardgame rulebooks so short? Let's chat.If you enjoy hearing our game design advice, why not read it also in our upcoming book about…

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Ep 123: Is Redwood the most important minis game of the year? 26:16

1y ago26:16

26:16

In Episode 123 Mike and Glenn recently played the boxed non-violent minis game Redwood. They filmed themselves doing it and you can see the playthrough on YouTube. Sadly, their discussion of the game was lost due to technical issues, so they're discussing it again, here.Redwood playthrough video: https://youtu.be/3RS07WwdtJsCheck out Man O' Kent Ga…

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Ep 122: Whatcha Workin' on Again? 1:05:21

1y ago1:05:21

1:05:21

In Episode 122 its been a while since we last caught up with what the guys are currently working on, so this seems as good a time as any to do it. Mike has been contemplating a Gaslands RPG and a Gaslands Board game while Glenn is putting the finishing touches on Boarders and Black Flags.Follow the Boarders and Black Flags Kickstarter here:https://…

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Ep 121: One Box Wargame Challengers! 1:08:48

1y ago1:08:48

1:08:48

In Episode 121 the One Box Wargames Challenge has been going great guns on our Discord with over 100 entrants. We've tried to take a look at some of them, this week, Mike has cast his eyes over Hakkiyoi, Circo Tartarus and Adventure Quest and Glenn has been checking out Gatling Camel Riders, Crazykoala Rampage and Scurrmish. They have a bit of a ch…

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Ep 120: Rad Pirates of the Toxic Sands - Concept chat. 40:30

1y ago40:30

40:30

In Episode 120 thanks to our Discord member Malev, an amazing challenge has been running in the Rule of Carnage Discord server. The challenge is to select a single box of minis and base a game around it. Mike decided to base his game around the Black Seas Frigates and Brigs Flotilla set so he and Glenn started having a discussion on how that might …

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Honey I Shrunk the Sofa! 40:48:00

1y ago40:48:00

40:48:00

Get the behind the scene scoops on the modern miniature magazine Shrunk from founder Kat Picot. We talk about what inspired Kat to start the magazine and Shrunk's re-emergence from its 2023 hiatus and plans for 2024 and beyond! Host Becky Gannon is on Instagram @madaboutminiatures and you can go to @shrunkmagazine for more on this magazine about mo…

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Finding the Artistry In 3D Printing! 44:12

1+ y ago44:12

44:12

Esther Marker is the first miniaturist to be awarded artisan status for miniatures printed on a 3D printer by the International Guild of Miniature Artisans (IGMA). Join me as Esther details the artistry and mechanics of her process for making those amazing stained glass Tiffany inspired lamps. And yes that includes her famous 3D parrot chandeliers!…

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Ep 119 Pt 2: Celebrating 2000 subscribers: Questions from our Discord. 1:01:35

1+ y ago1:01:35

1:01:35

In Episode 119 Part 2 our weird little niche channel has recently hit 2000 subscribers. In celebration of this occurring we have asked our discord channel to come up with some intelligent questions. They did this in fine style and now we have enough of them for several videos. Well, three. This is the first one.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: htt…

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Ep 119 Pt 1: Celebrating 2000 subscribers: Questions from our Discord. 1:04:45

1+ y ago1:04:45

1:04:45

In Episode 119 Part 1 our weird little niche channel has recently hit 2000 subscribers. In celebration of this occurring we have asked our discord channel to come up with some intelligent questions. They did this in fine style and now we have enough of them for several videos. Well, three. This is the first one.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: htt…

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Ep 118: Narrative 32:22

1+ y ago32:22

32:22

In Episode 118 Mike has been thinking about how some games hand out pre-set and created narratives in their lists and scenarios. He chats with Glenn about whether or not this is a good idea. Glenn has doubts.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https://www.manokentgames.comCheck out Planet Smasher Games here: http://planetsmasher.gamesThe Rule of Carn…

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Taking Minis On The Road! 39:00

1+ y ago39:00

39:00

This time next year a unique mini musuem will be on the road - maybe headed toward you! Jessica Oreck, who runs the Office of Collecting & Design Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada has big plans to take this museum of tiny things on the road. In additon we will get tips from the "Queen of the Flat Lay" on how to create a beautiful and personal flat lay of…

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Ep 117: Movement 28:37

1+ y ago28:37

28:37

In Episode 117 Mike has been thinking about games that use multiple different forms of movement, combining and contrasting them and considering their strengths and weaknesses. Probably some other c words too. Glenn was also there.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https://www.manokentgames.comCheck out Planet Smasher Games here: http://planetsmasher…

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Ep 116: Borrowing mechanics: Dexterity. 31:45

1+ y ago31:45

31:45

In Episode 116 the guys has been contemplating using a range of mechanics that are common to boardgames but unusual in minis games. Specifically this time, Mike has put a whole bunch of dexterity mechanics into his new game, Space Gits, about drunk ass orcs Shootin', Scootin' and putting the Boot in on each other, but also, balancing and sliding di…

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Ep 115: Do bag pulls ever work? 31:01

1+ y ago31:01

31:01

In Episode 115 Mike has been trying out some new games and in so doing has encountered a bag pull initiative system that he found interesting. Glenn is unsure about bag pull systems, and voices some of his concerns. Then they talk about it. This is what we do here.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https://www.manokentgames.comCheck out Planet Smash…

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Ep 114: Selling your game in 3 steps. 27:48

1+ y ago27:48

27:48

In Episode 114 the guys have been out and about selling Hobgoblin, Gaslands and other games at gaming conventions in the UK for the past few weeks, and they've been thinking about how exactly to do that well. Also, about when sometimes they've seen it done badly. Here they lay out a few of the points behind getting it right. And for once it actuall…

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Ep 113: Borrowing mechanics: Deckbuilding. 31:48

1+ y ago31:48

31:48

In Episode 113 the guys has been contemplating using a range of mechanics that are common to boardgames but unusual in minis games. They thought other people would like to contemplate it also, so they decided to record them doing so as part of what will hopefully be a series of conversations beginning with Deck Building.Hearts of Plastic: https://w…

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A "Beautifully Broken" Mini World! 43:27

1+ y ago43:27

43:27

One day Robin's young son scribbled a drawing of a sweet mini robot. This inspired the creation of Pocket, the mini robot of leather & bolts who inhabits a world that is rusty, distressed & "beautifully broken". Robin talks about a whole range of mini subjects - from distressing tips to how she copes with her anxiety through creative mini play. Rob…

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Ep 112: What is the Perfect Length for your game? 26:35

1+ y ago26:35

26:35

In Episode 112 Mike has been getting some feedback on his recent game Flagstone, specifically some interesting feedback on the length of the game. It has been mentioned that the game is lots of fun, but too short, which has led Mike to wonder, what exactly is the perfect length for a game? Can it be too short?Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https…

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Ep 111: The Social Contract and Magic Circle. 30:50

1+ y ago30:50

30:50

In Episode 111 Glenn has been considering what we mean by the social contract in tabletop games. Quite a lot actually. When we play games we need to understand and agree to what degree we expect the game to offer us different social relationships and perspectives, but they very rarely actually tell us.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https://www.m…

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Ep 110: Miniatures Game Design - More Solo Mode! 31:15

1+ y ago31:15

31:15

In Episode 110 Mike has been playtesting Pacific Command, and he's been doing it solo mode, as much playtesting is, and has developed a set of rules for doing that. So he's been wondering, is a solo mode that you use for playtesting the same as one you should present to your players? And if not, why not? So the guys chat about that.Check out Man O'…

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Ep 109: Miniatures Game Design - Pacific Command. 47:14

1+ y ago47:14

47:14

In Episode 109 Mike has been working on his latest game, Pacific Command, and there have been some last minute developments. He and Glenn talk about them.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https://www.manokentgames.comCheck out Planet Smasher Games here: http://planetsmasher.gamesThe Rule of Carnage discord server: https://discord.gg/Gb4aK7uEChIf yo…

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Master of Mini Architecture 56:21

1+ y ago56:21

56:21

Chris Toledo has been inspired by Spanish architecture since he was a little boy looking at local houses with his Dad. Today he specializes in the architecture of the 1920's and 30's, often with a Spanish influence - and always in miniature! Chris is known for his amazing tile work which is breathtaking in its beauty and realism. You are going to b…

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Ep 108: Miniatures Game Design - Simulation, Abstraction and Diegetics Oh My! 1:13:49

1+ y ago1:13:49

1:13:49

In Episode 108 the guys have been thinking about a range of ways to focus the attention of your game, Simulation VS Emulation, Abstraction VS Detail and Diegetic VS Non-Diegetic. All of these are ways of focusing your players to they pay attention to the parts of your game you want them to, and all are well worth thinking about.Check out Man O' Ken…

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Ep 107: Miniatures Game Design - What we're working on, including an exciting announcement! 54:46

1+ y ago54:46

54:46

In Episode 107 the guys have decided its a good time to tell you all about some of the things they're working on, including a very special announcement of a project they're very proud of.Check out Man O' Kent Games here: https://www.manokentgames.comCheck out Planet Smasher Games here: http://planetsmasher.gamesThe Rule of Carnage discord server: h…

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Miniatures So Good It's Scary! 51:24

1+ y ago51:24

51:24

YouTube sensation Ara Bentley is known for her fantastic miniature recreations of pop culture icons such as the Addams Family House and the Beatlejuice House. Ara also built an incredible miniature house and furniture out of nothing but cardboard during Covid (when art supplies were in short supply in some places), creating a great community as peo…

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