Episode 1213
The History of Board Games
Author Tim Clare discusses his new book, 'Across the Board: How Games Make Us Human.'
May 7, 202524m 44s
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Show Notes
For thousands of years, humans have loved to play board games, from the advent of chess to Settlers of Catan. What makes board games so special? Author Tim Clare discusses his new book, Across the Board: How Games Make Us Human, and listeners share their favorite board games.
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