Episode 94: Groundhog Day

About this episode

John and Jake discuss personal changes and their impact on gaming, focusing on family, the game Redemption, and community improvements.

In this conversation, John and Jake reconnect after a long hiatus, discussing their personal lives and the impact of family changes on their gaming experiences. Jake shares his journey into fatherhood, while John reflects on his mixed feelings about the game of Redemption, particularly following his experiences at Nationals. They discuss the importance of clear rules in gaming and the challenges faced in tournament settings, particularly regarding judging and player interactions. The dialogue highlights the need for constructive conversations within the community to address issues and improve the gaming experience, culminating in a hopeful outlook for future events like Nationals. The Threshing Floor Podcast is proudly sponsored by our friends at Your Turn Games. If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting our sponsors at Your Turn Games.

People in this episode

Host: John Hendrix

Guest: Jake

Topics covered

• fatherhood
• gaming experiences
• family changes
• tournament challenges
• community conversations
• Redemption game

Keywords

• gaming
• fatherhood
• Redemption
• Nationals
• tournament
• community
• rules

Sponsors

Your Turn Games

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Redemption

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