Positively Board Gaming
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the hobby, the Positively Board Gaming Podcast 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.
Latest Episodes
Games On Our Minds and Card Rivers
On Episode 46 of the Positively Board gaming Podcast, Jamey goes solo and talks about games that have been on our minds and card rivers. If you have a game that’s been on your mind lately, or want to share your favorite game with a card river, let us know with a comment below! Board…
Lord of the Rings Games and Games We Never Knew We’d Love
In episode 45 of Positively Board Gaming, Jamey talks about his favorite Lord of the Rings games, and Mitchell discusses game-types he was pleasantly surprised by. Board games, board game podcast, positively board gaming podcast, board game reviews, positive board game reviews, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, game reviews, lord of the rings games, duel for…
Geekway Mini and Escapism with Board Games
Welcome to episode 44 of the Positively Board Gaming Podcast! In this episode, Jamey talks about his experience at Geekway Mini in St. Louis, while Mitchell discusses how we can use board games as a positive way of escaping from the real world. If you enjoy what you hear, please feel free to subscribe to…
Accessible House Rules & 3D Printing
In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Jamey discusses minor house rules that make games more accessible, and Mitchell talks about his newfound love of 3D printing. Welcome to Positively Board Gaming episode 43! Board games, board game podcast, positively board gaming podcast, board game reviews, positive board game reviews, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, game…
In-Game Occupations and New Expansions for Older games
In episode 42 of Positively Board gaming, Jamey and Mitchell explore their favorite occupations when playing games, and talk about the newest expansions for Stonemaier’s oldest games. Do you have a favorite in-game occupation? Is there an older game that you would like to see a new expansion for? Let us know with a comment!!…
Meaningful Creations and Play
Happy New Year! In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Jamey and Mitchell talk about the meaningful experiences that they are looking forward to in 2026, and New Year’s resolutions for board gamers… Board games, board game podcast, positively board gaming podcast, board game reviews, positive board game reviews, Jamey Stegmaier, Mitchell Whitfield, game reviews…
Ask Us Anything! Positively Board Gaming Live…
On this 40th episode of Positively Board Gaming, Jamey and Mitchell take the show live and answer all of your questions…from holiday gaming and treats, to what you, the listeners, are looking forward to this holiday season. We hope you’ve enjoyed spending the last 40 weeks with us, and we’re excited for what’s to come;…
Epic Food, Gaming Love Languages, and Games We’re Itching to Play
Board games to play next, from Sushi Go Party to Gloomhaven Second Edition. Mitchell and Jamey swap “can’t-wait-to-play” picks, plus a smart take on game gifting and love languages. 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 39 01:12 – Live show timing talk 03:14 – Treat of the day, recovery, comfort food 13:44 – Mitchell’s “games I’m…
Pax Unplugged & Things to Be Thankful For in 2025
In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell and Jamey talk about Pax Unplugged, and things to be grateful for in 2025. Is there something or someone you’re grateful for in the board gaming world? Were you able to attend Pax Unplugged this year? Let us know with a comment!! board games, board game reviews,…
“New to Us” Games…and What Bird Am I?
In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Mitchell and Jamey talk about “new to them” games that they’ve played in the past week, and Jamey tells Mitchell what bird he is (once you listen, it will make sense!). Enjoying the podcast? Make sure you subscribe and leave us a comment! board game convention, PAX Unplugged…
Meet the Hosts
Jamey Stegmaier
Jamey Stegmaier is the co-founder and lead designer at Stonemaier Games, the publisher of games like Wingspan, Scythe, and Viticulture. Jamey is a lifelong tabletop gamer who loves discussing anything and everything related to games: the community, industry, specific games, fellow designers, game art, game conventions and events, etc.
Mitchell Whitfield
Mitchell Whitfield is a film and television actor with a career that has spanned more than four decades, best known for his roles on Friends, My Cousin Vinny, and TMNT. When he’s not in front of the camera or behind the microphone, he can usually be found at the table playing or talking about board games with anyone who’ll listen…so you can imagine how excited he is to be co-hosting Positively Board Gaming with one of his favorite board game designers.
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