Show overview
Punchboard Paradise has been publishing since 2018, and across the 8 years since has built a catalogue of 203 episodes. That works out to roughly 300 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 1h 15m and 1h 39m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Leisure show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 13 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 35 episodes published.
From the publisher
Punchboard Paradise a board game podcast discussing the games we play, how we rank them, and other exciting topics related to our hobby. Hosted by Chad, Clef and Richie Twitter - @Punchboarders Instagram - punchboardparadise Facebook - Punchboard Paradise
Latest Episodes
View all 203 episodesTwo Off the Top - Ep. 17 - Lots of Disc Golf, Some Board Games
Ep. 156 – Top 25 Games of All Time: The Top 5 (2026 Edition)
Two Off the Top - Ep. 16 - Bagels
Two Off the Top - Ep. 15 - Eureka!
Excuse my technical difficulties, but disc golf and baseball are back in a big way and Clef and Tim talk all about it before getting into the new Battle of the Recent Plays. We have quite the fight card with Wondrous Creatures, Flamecraft Duals, Marrakesh (2022), Pacts, Medina, and Nusfjord all making an appearance. We also talk about the "Eureka!" moment that can happen in the middle of playing a game. Board games start at 28:18! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Ep. 155 – Top 25 Games of All Time (2026 Edition)
In today's episode, the guys chat about what's been hitting the table recently. Then, it's time for the main event: we're kicking off our Top Games of All Time by counting down our personal picks from #25 down to #6! Plus, we're revealing the official Punch Bunch list from #25 to #6. Help support the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/punchboardparadise Join our Discord! discord.gg/4FrZ8S3yCv Help support the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/punchboardparadise Check out the Website! punchboardparadise.com Need a new shirt? www.punchboardparadise.threadless.com Music by HookSounds
Two Off the Top - Ep. 14 - Good Games and Bad Rulebooks
Clef and Tim catch up on their respective disc golf and baseball news before forging ahead into board games. We talk recent plays of Thunder Road: Vendetta, Compania, Guards of Atlantis 2, and Dokitto! Ice before getting into the effects of bad rulebooks and what a good rulebook looks like. Board games start at 27:38! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Ep. 154 – Speakeasy Review
In this episode, we’re heading to the Prohibition era as we give our full review of Vital Lacerda’s newest heavy-hitter, Speakeasy. We also catch up on what’s been hitting our tables recently and wrap things up with a draft of our favorite titles from the legendary board game year of 2016
Two Off the Top - Ep. 13 - Turning Friends into Board Gamers and Vice Versa
Clef and Tim talk a bunch of disc golf, baseball, food, and even a musical before diving into board games. We talk recent plays of Trinket Trove, Spectaculum, No Loose Ends, Prophecy, and Space Empires 4X. We also discuss the difference between turning friends into board gamers and board gamers into friends. Board games start at 36:31! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Two Off the Top - Ep. 12 - What Motivates You to Buy a Game?
Clef and Tim return to the normal scheduled programming of disc golf and baseball before talking a bunch of board games. We talk recent plays of Memoir '44, Duel for Cardia, Catan, Dracula vs Van Helsing, Wooden Shoes & Iron Monsters, and Atlantis Exodus! We also discuss our motivations for buying games (trading not included). Board game talk starts at 23:33! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Ep. 153 – All Things 2025 (Movies, TV, Books… and Board Games?)
In this episode we’re diving into all things 2025. We talk about our favorite movies, the TV shows we’ve been hooked on, the books we’ve loved, and yes… even a few board games 😉
Two Off the Top - Ep. 11 - Take that Back!
In a huge disappointment to everybody, Clef and Tim breeze past all the non-board game talk and get to board games quicker than ever. We talk recent plays of Ark Nova, Antiquity, New York Central, Alliance, Runebound, and Downfall: Conquest of the Third Reich! We also discuss the impact of taking back actions in board games and how we feel about it. Board games start at 3:43!! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Two Off the Top - Ep. 10 - Board Games as Collectibles?
Clef and Tim discuss a bit of disc golf before Clef talks about how the Dodgers are ruining baseball. We then talk some good games including Stationfall, Twilight Struggle, and Arkham Horror and then discuss if we buy board games for collectible purposes. Board games start at 25:26! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Two Off the Top - Ep. 9 - To PNP or Not to PNP
Clef and Tim discuss a myriad of disc golf and sports before diving into a healthy board game discussion that involves the ethics of PNP board games. We also talk about our recent plays of Tend, Concordia, Roads and Boats, and Dune: The Dice Game. Board games start at 24:03! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Ep. 152 - Clans of Caledonia: Industria Review
In today's episode, the guys talk about their recent plays, review Clans of Caledonia: Industria and draft their favorite Publishers! Help support the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/punchboardparadise Join our Discord! discord.gg/4FrZ8S3yCv Check out the Website! punchboardparadise.com Need a new shirt? www.punchboardparadise.threadless.com Music by HookSounds
Two Off the Top - Ep. 8 - Player Counts in Games
Clef and Tim speedrun through disc golf and extra things before getting to the board games. We talk about our recent plays including The Great Zimbabwe, Trismegistus, Rolling Stock Stars, and Brass: Birmingham before talking about how the number of players can affect a game. Is there an ideal player count? Board games start at 15:30! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Two Off the Top - Ep. 7 - Questionable Themes in Board Games
Clef and Tim go through a little disc golf and food before getting to talking some recent board game plays including Taverns of Tiefenthal, Horseless Carriage, Evacuation, and Tumblin' Dice! We also discuss offensive themes in board games and how they make us feel. Board games: 29:30 Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Ep. 151 - Lightning Train Review
In today's episode, the guys talk about their recent plays and review Lightning Train! Help support the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/punchboardparadise Join our Discord! discord.gg/4FrZ8S3yCv Check out the Website! punchboardparadise.com Need a new shirt? www.punchboardparadise.threadless.com Music by HookSounds
Two Off the Top - Ep. 6 - Losing on Purpose
Clef and Tim talk about Clef's big disc golf weekend trip and a bit of baseball and music before getting into some awesome board games such as People Power, Food Chain Magnate, and White Castle Duel. We also talk about if we ever lose games on purpose. Board games start at 35:32 Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026!
Two Off the Top - Ep. 5 - The Musical Episode
Clef and Tim breeze through disc golf talk to get spend a little time on sports before diving deep into musicals! Clef returns from his trip to New York and has plenty to talk about before we get into board games. We talk some recent plays including Pax Pamir, La Granja, and Blitzkrieg! Join the discord at discord.gg/s8hYtWkMS3 and visit punchboardparadise.com for more info on PPCon 2026! Board Game talk starts at 52:50. It's A LOT of musical talk.
Ep. 150 – Drafting Our Favorite Memories
It’s a celebration! We’re talking recent plays, hearing from the Punch Bunch, and drafting our favorite memories from 149 episodes of fun, laughter, and great games. Thanks for being part of the journey! Help support the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/punchboardparadise Join our Discord! discord.gg/4FrZ8S3yCv Check out the Website! punchboardparadise.com Need a new shirt? www.punchboardparadise.threadless.com Music by HookSounds