Theology of Games

Theology of Games Podcast! The show is a game! Score the game each week at www.TheologyofGames.com/scorepad, tell us which host won, and you could win actual boardgames!

035 - You Paid How Much? 07/29/2021

035 - You Paid How Much? The show is now a game! That's right, each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner! Event Phase OHHH NOOOO! Name a time when someone spilled food/beverage all over the game table! Phase 1 - Shipping Charges Soar The guys discuss the latest news of publishers seeing increased costs for shipping and manufacturing Phase 2 - Fire & Ice In this classic segment the guys chat over the games that are on FIRE and those that have cooled off… Fire: Firestone: Arkham Horror: The Card Game Jeremiah: Micro Macro: Crime City AJ: Endeavor: Age of Sail Ice: Firestone: Merchants Cove Jeremiah: Epic: The Card Game AJ: My City Phase 3 - Lightning Round Who is the greatest jedi? What is a good book you’ve read recently that helped your faith walk? Favorite “less popular” Olympic Sport? Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on , , and Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Exit: The Game The Sacred Temple by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/19966175

034 - That's a Wrap (It's a new segment!) 05/20/2021

034 - That's a Wrap (It's a new segment!) The show is now a game! That's right each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner! Event Phase Cheater Cheater Pumpkin Eater! Name a time when you willingly or unknowingly cheated in a game! Phase 1 - Spiel Nominees have been announced The guys discuss a weird year in which none of them have played any of the nominees except for one! Phase 2 - That’s a Wrap! It’s a brand new phase! The guys take turns giving clues to a game they still have in the Shrink Wrap! Phase 3 - Family Game Night! The guys discuss what’s been on the table with the family lately! Phase 4 - Lightning Round Who is the greatest living rock legend? What was that one toy you REALLY wanted as a kid, but never got? Star Wars: Clone Wars, Rebels, or Bad Batch? Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on , , and Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Exit: The Game The Sacred Temple by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/19174022

033 - DND - Kickin' It Old School 04/23/2021

033 - DND - Kickin' It Old School The show is now a game! That's right each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner! Event Phase Unexpected Guests: What game do you put on the table when your dinner guests ask to play one of your games? (They really love Monopoly and Uno!) Phase 1 - Double Take Review Firestone and Jeremiah take a look at DND 5th Edition, which they are both playing with different groups. Phase 2 - Fill in the Blank The game I’m most looking forward to is _____________. When a game is _____________ Hard Pass. (Theme or mechanic) I’ve completed exactly ______ legacy games… (how many?) Phase 3 - Lightning Round What is the most awkward situation you’ve been in or witnessed? Favorite D&D Monster? What is the scariest thing you’ve done for money? (On the job) Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on , , and Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Exit: The Game The Sacred Temple by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/18840350

032 - Thomas Wetzel of Kosmos Games Joins the Crew 04/08/2021

032 - Thomas Wetzel of Kosmos Games Joins the Crew The show is now a game! That's right each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner! AND! If you fill out a scorepad you'll be entered into a contest for a copy of from Kosmos Games! Today's segments are! Event Phase - She Still Loves Me! Name a game you were surprised your significant other really enjoyed! Winner gets to VETO another player’s answer next week! Phase 1 - Hot Take: News from Kosmos Games! Tom shares the latest about upcoming titles from Kosmos including: New Exit: The Game titles, Fangs, Anno 1800, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and sooo many more!! Find more info Phase 2 - Fill in the Blank My favorite KOSMOS 2-player game is _____________. Oh, yeah, _________?! That’s the last game I punched! Back in the day, we played ________ a crap ton! Phase 3 - Fire and Ice Phase 4 - Lightning Round What mobile OS game are you oddly good at? Red Dwarf, IT Crowd, or Mr. Bean? Do you still have Netflix? If yes, why? Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on , , and Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Exit: The Game The Sacred Temple by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/18646868

31 - Firestone is Back, Red November? 03/18/2021

31 - Firestone is Back, Red November? The show is now a game! That's right each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner! Today Firestone is back from his encounter with Covid, we've got a full docket today, let's jump in! Today's segments are! HOT TAKES! DND Sales are up 33% from the last year! What's your take on this?? Fill in the Blank The format I have played most of my games is _____________ in the last year. (in person, solo, online) My favorite game with tv/cinema still shot art is _________? My favorite Reiner Knizia game is ________. Lightning Round! Best Burger? Favorite Battlestar Galactica Character? (Firestone Cancels Jeremiah's Answer!! NOOOO!) One word to describe WandaVision? MASSIVE SPOILERS AHEAD!! Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Space Park by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/18374348

30 - Smirking with Curt Covert 03/04/2021

30 - Smirking with Curt Covert The show is now a game! That's right each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner and be entered to win a copy of AND from Smirk & Dagger! Today we have a guest host joining us! Curt Covert of Today's segments are! Fill in the Blank When a game is about __________(theme) I am instantly intrigued! The best game to play outdoors is _______. The game release I most anticipated was/is?________ Hot Takes - Curt shares the latest on Smirk & Dagger; The Night Cage, and The Spill! Lightning Round! King of all desserts is? 2.The Power goes out, what do you do to entertain yourself? Best Intellectual Property (IP) not made into a game yet that needs one Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Space Park by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/18186038

S2:E02 - Cubitos! 02/18/2021

S2:E02 - Cubitos! Today's Episode is brought to you by Gabby and Scratch a new audio fiction series for the whole family! The angels and devils of our nature are always trying to sway us down the right or wrong path—but what if they not only are real but overworked and overbooked and barely competent? And what if the humans they are assigned are just flat out weird? Welcome to the world of Gabby and Scratch. Gabby & Scratch is on Kickstarter right now through March 4! Today's episode is a BRAND new version of the show! Today’s segments are! Hot Takes! Asmodee bought Boardgame Arena, how do you feel about that? New to US/New to You! We review Cubitos from AEG! Fire & Ice: The guys discuss a game that is hot for them right now, and a game that is not. Lightning Round! 1. Does asparagus make your pee smell weird? 2. Have you ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight? 3. What is the best sci-fi universe? Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on , , and Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Space Park by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/17994878

It's Brand NEW! 02/04/2021

It's Brand NEW! Today's Episode is brought to you by Gabby & Scratch a new audio fiction series for the whole family! The angels and devils of our nature are always trying to sway us down the right or wrong path—but what if they not only are real but overworked and overbooked and barely competent? And what if the humans they are assigned are just flat out weird? Welcome to the world of Gabby and Scratch. Gabby & Scratch is on Kickstarter right now through March 4! Today's episode is a BRAND new version of the show! The show is now a game! That's right each segment will be scored, scores will be tallied, and a winner will be crowned! Who scores the game? YOU DO!! Head over to and select your winner and be entered to win a copy of Today's segments are! Hot Takes! The guys weigh in on the topic of games based on existing Intellectual Property! Fill in the Blank 1. My favorite two-player game of the last year is ________. 2. The high player count game I'll play first when all of this is over is ________. Fire & Ice: The guys discuss a game that is hot for them right now, and a game that is not. Lightning Round! 1. Who is your Favorite Muppet? 2. What is your favorite easter egg in the Mandalorian (Spoiler ALERT!) 3. What TV or book series has been your favorite in the last year? Theology of Games Podcast is hosted by: Jeremiah Isley Scott Firestone and AJ Skifstad Follow us on , , and Don't forget to enter the contest for a copy of Space Park by scoring today's show at /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/17816426

The Top 10 of 2018! 02/08/2019

The Top 10 of 2018! It's FINALLY here!! Our Top 10 List of 2018! Tune in as the guys share their top games of the last year! Don't forget our HUGE Tiny Epic Contest going on all month long at ! Do you agree with our list? Think we're crazy? Let us know! Shoot us an email at or connect with us on social media, or call the Hotline 216-352-3864! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/8568446

Christmas Time is Here! 12/20/2018

Christmas Time is Here! We're back at it with a special Christmas episode! AND!! A mail bag segment! Here's what you can expect in this episode! Gaming News! And Update on our 12 Days of Christmas Contest! Go to to enter before it's too late! Hurry!! MAIL BAG! Fire and Ice Fill in the Blank The biggest game of this holiday season is _______ _____ was the best childhood Christmas gift ever! and the ever popular (Not so) Lightning Round! Game you want for Christmas? Game you know you’re getting for Christmas? Favorite TV show Christmas episode? Cut your own tree, pre-cut, or artificial Christmas tree? New Years Plans? Don't forget to call in and be a part of our special Christmas episode on Boardgames Daily! 216-352-3864! Produced by Jeremiah Isley, Crooked Path Productions /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/7991753

A Quarter-Tennial episode! 10/26/2018

A Quarter-Tennial episode! Today the guys talk about Essen, Kickstarters, Reprints and more! Plus all of your favorite segments are back! Fire and Ice Fill in the Blank and the Lightning Round! And the big news is now you can call in and be a part of the show!! Just dial up 216-352-3864 and leave a message! And we'll get you on the show!! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/7330901

An Intriguing Show 07/30/2018

An Intriguing Show The guys are back with a review of the Trade & Intrigue expansion for Orleans from Tasty Minstrel Games, and all of your favorite segments! What's on the Table? Fire and Ice! Fill in the Blank: The Trogdor board game will be _____ Most overrated game of 2018______ My favorite game of 2018 so far is _______ Lightning Round: Favorite A-Team member? Favorite Muppet??/ Muppet Movie? General Lee or Kitt? What happened to dice building games? /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/6864491

Highlights of Origins! 06/22/2018

Highlights of Origins! Today Jeremiah bring you some highlight from three full days of Origins coverage! Some great folks stopped by studio 359 on the exhibit hall floor and showed off some great new titles, you can SEE all of them by heading over to Today's guests are: Isaac Childres Tiffany Caires Tom Wetzel Travis Reynolds Gallen Ciscel Curt Covert Paul Peterson Rob Dougherty Chris Leder and Tim Heerema! Don't forget to checkout our to become a part of the TOG community! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/6733735

The Newest Member and the Biggest News! 03/27/2018

The Newest Member and the Biggest News! Today on the TOG Podcast Jeremiah and Firestone welcome AJ to the show as a permanent co-host! Welcome aboard! And as if that wasn't big enough, they have some news to share that will blow your mind! Tune in to find out what's up! Or just You'll also hear all of your favorite segments: Fire and Ice Fill in the Blank and Lightning Round! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/6412470

Top Ten of 2017! 01/31/2018

Top Ten of 2017! Join us for a special gala event as AJ, Firestone and Jeremiah unveil their top 10 games of 2017! We'll be back with more of the usual next month, but in the meantime why not head over to the Anchor app and where we post new content daily! AND Don't forget, we've launched season 2 of our Take-Two Reviews on ! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/6210135

Firestone, Isley and Skifstad! 12/20/2017

Firestone, Isley and Skifstad! All three fellows are in the same room for this special episode of the Theology of Games Podcast! All of your favorite segments are back and Jeremiah, Firestone and AJ discuss some big news with TOG, as well as: What's on the Table? Fire & Ice Fill in the Blank and the Lightning Round! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/6073820

Welcome Back Firestone! 09/21/2017

Welcome Back Firestone! In this episode we welcome back Firestone, and hit all of your favorite segments plus a Double-Take Review, podcast style! On the Table Double-Take Review: Custom Heroes from AEG! Fire and Ice! Fill in the Blank: My favorite thing about Fall is ____ _____ is my favorite 2-player game. Lightning Round: Super Bowl winner? World Series Winner? TV show you’re binge-watching right now? Favorite Podcast? Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/5760708

Guest Hosts AJ and Josh Sepos! 08/01/2017

Guest Hosts AJ and Josh Sepos! Jeremiah is joined by AJ and Josh Sepos for this special episode. All of your favorite segments are back! What's On the Table Fire and Ice Fill in the Blank! and Lightning Round! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/5597583

Hey AJ! 05/30/2017

Hey AJ! AJ Skifstad comes on board as a special guest co-host, and we introduce him to the TOG community as our newest member of the writing staff. We talk about games we've played recently including: Shahrazad, Yokohama and more! Also we run through a few of our favorite segments: Fill in the Blank: The thing I’m looking forward to the most at Origins is _______. The game that is calling to me the most from my game shelf is _______. Lightning Round: Cavs vs. Warriors? Summer Plans? Surprise Predictions for Star Wars ep. 8? Favorite Large Group Game? Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/5401681

Are you going to Origins?? 04/26/2017

Are you going to Origins?? Join Firestone and Jeremiah as they bring back all of your favorite segments! And join in the conversation: Fire and Ice What are the games that are hot and also the ones that are not? Fill in the Blank The game I’m considering backing on Kickstarter right now is _____________. _________ is the TV show I’m loving right now. Lightning Round! How do you feel about the trailer for The Last Jedi? Basketball playoffs or hockey playoffs? Pizza: Thin crust or thick crust? Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/5301979

The Top Games of 2016 03/09/2017

The Top Games of 2016 A little late, but better than never, it's our Top 5 Games of 2016! Firestone and Jeremiah reveal their top 5 games each as well as the listeners/readers top 5! Plus we tease a contest coming up soon! So, did your favorite game of the year make it on our list!? What is this contest we're talking about? One way to find out! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/5154563

Post Christmas Rundown 01/10/2017

Post Christmas Rundown Firestone and Jeremiah catch up after the holidays, and chat about what's been on their tables, as well as some fill in the blank fun and the ever present Lightning Round! And don't forget to send us your reader's (and listener's) choice top games of 2016! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/4978254

Merry Christmas! 12/08/2016

Merry Christmas! Join Jeremiah and Firestone as they discuss all things boardgaming and Christmas, from Captain Sonar, to Alvin and the Chipmunks, to the fabled Caga Tio! Produced by Jeremiah Isley /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/4898269

Life if Crazy! 10/20/2016

Life if Crazy! Another triumphant return of the podcast! Jeremiah and Firestone explain why they've been so distant lately! We also bring back your favorite segments like Fill in the Blank, Fire and Ice and more! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/4758820

We're Back, again! 01/15/2016

We're Back, again! We're back with more of your favorite segments! What's on your Table? Fire and Iiiiiiceeee! and Fill in the blank! Fill in your blanks over on TheologyofGames.com/Podcast or on Facebook.com/TheologyofGames /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/4080541

The Force Awakens! 12/20/2015

The Force Awakens! Hey Everyone! We're here with a special episode of the podcast, featuring Jeremiah and his friend Alan Gerding of Tuesday Knight Games as they chat about the latest and greatest thing in the realm of Geekdom: Star Wars: The Force Awakens! BE WARNED! There are TONS of spoilers in this episode! So don't listen if you've seen it yet!!! You'll get to hear the first hour of the episode here, and if you want to hear the rest you can tune in over at the Tuesday Knight Podcast, or just hang out here and we'll publish it in a week or so! Thanks for tuning in, and we'll see you next time! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/4028091

Fill in the Blank! 11/18/2015

Fill in the Blank! It's our ninth episode of the Theology of Games Podcast!! Featuring your favorite segements! Fire and Eis! Fill in the Blank, News, What's on the Table? and more!! We also make a VERY big announcement during this episode, so check it out! Thanks for subscribing and reviewing us on iTunes! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/3960497

How Long Has it Been? 08/26/2015

How Long Has it Been? After just a year we've finally produced our next episode! Hear what's up with us, and what we've been playing! Segments in this month's episode include: What's on Your Table? Fill in the Blank and, Fire and Ice! Thanks for subscribingbto and reviewing us iTunes! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/3760405

Is this thing on? 08/08/2014

Is this thing on? Our podcast makes its triumphant return as we gear up for Gen Con... well at least one of us. And bring back all of your favorite show segments! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/3001945

Catching Up! 01/29/2014

Catching Up! Hey we've finally caught up with our podcast episodes! In this installment we bring back some of our favorite features including: Fill in the Blank, and Fire and Ice! Thanks for listening, subscribing, and reading our blog! Check back in a few weeks for our next episode! /episode/index/show/theologyofgames/id/2653400

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