Red Raccoon Radio

114 - CMON back to backers, Asmodee pirates Zombicide, and games are just good for the brain

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:23:30 GMT

Jamie and John get into the latest acquisitions from Asmodee, so debate on if CMON is really righting the ship, and the new hotness is booming!

Times they are a changing

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 13:28:05 GMT

John has a quick note of thanks to the listeners and a little update on our schedule

GROUNDBREAKING NEWS! New D&D VP! Heroscape is back!

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:34:05 GMT

It's a "Just Jamie" episode as it's all hand on deck at Flatcon, we go in depth about how you can attend the new store's groundbreaking, how D&D might be doubling down on with a new VP, and if the rerelease of Heroscape has a place among the current skirmish world.

Elf Creek Bounces back, Hasbro says no bro to AI, and Diamond is cracking

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:18:58 GMT

Jamie and John discuss the new round of tarriffs, GAMA roundup, and the importance of shoulders.

It's a Sword World after all, Asmodee dips, and Silverhawks a rainbow in the sky...

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Jamie needed to learn that John does the transitions (and he had to attend GAMA), so John enlists fellow raccoon Dylan to talk about how D&D beyond is getting an overhaul, that Asmodee felt the tariff reverb, and apparently backgammon has a story mode now...

107 - GAMA enhanced director, 5 hours of D&D on Stage, and Tolkien's Desk Go fund me

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:33:03 GMT

John tries to convince Jamie he needs a new desk, then talks about Ed Greenwood's return to the forgotten realms and how Costco is now entered the tariff fight.

Tariff Triumph, Stonemeijer Supplements, and Dark Sun, won't you come

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:02:13 GMT

Jamie and John realize that Jamie lives "um actually" every day, then explore problematic settings, GAMA's lawsuit success, and start getting excited for FlatCon!

First Live Ep!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:34:09 GMT

Jamie and John are on video, and it shows. They still manage to talk about Cmon's continued issues, Lucky Duck change ups, and D&D is heading to true sci fi space!

Diamond lacks luster, Rubix mechanics, and Superman Review

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:36:35 GMT

Jamie and John sit down to discuss all the moving and shaking going on in the industry, how warhammer is now going to be hit by tariffs a bit harder, and how John had to stop being an adventurer because he took an arrow to the knee...I mean chest.

Also, stick around if you want a spoiler filled review of James Gunn's Superman!

Tomb Raiding RPG, Rebel Scum Rebels, and is the world ready for Tusk Love

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 17:46:26 GMT

Jamie and John discuss a lot of RPGS, an update on the tariff tirade, and proves Cooler Ranch chips did exist.

Embracer CEO exits, Winning over Daggerhearts and minds, and Origins roundup.

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:25:21 GMT

Jamie comes back mere hours from Origins to let us know who the big winners were from this year, as well as talks with John about management moves from Embracer and Darington Press, asmodee taking on Jamie's beloved Zombicide, and where you can pet cats and play games in Champaign.

Thank you for being a heretic and Live Action Geekiness

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:24:00 GMT

Jamie and John look at Warhammer 40K news you can use (and some you can't), and then talk about how many TV shows and Movies are popping up in the geekery we all love.

The Horror of D&D, Greyhawk comes out of the legends, and Comics Closure affects Board Game stores

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:40:12 GMT

John and Jamie talk about the latest trade show Jamie is hauling goodies from and how Diamond Distributing's bankruptcy may hurt many FLGS.

D&D Pinball Wizards, the Universal Xanathar, and Catan 6th evolution

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Jamie regals John with many of his travel (mis)adventures since christmas before talking about D&D coming to universal, John tries his best to sell him on a new feature of the store, and discussing Catan's choice to change in it's 6th edition.

Lara Croft Attention Raider, Board Games are a growing, and Magic the Gathering not canceled?

Red Raccoon Games — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:03:40 GMT

Jamie and John sit down to talk about how the board game industry is still booming, what we should temper our expectations for Wizard's Store owner summit, and apparently we have some surprising new about Netflix's Magic the Gathering show.

The GenCon Report

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:51:06 GMT

Jamie and John are freshly back from GenCon and tell you all about the games that wow-ed them this year.

GAMA Game store of the Year owner, Jamie Mathy!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:31:42 GMT

Red Raccoon Radio is proud to have a very special guest on this episode, Jamie Mathy! Jamie talks with John about the GAMA trade show, the award he won on behalf of the store, and some other interesting tidbits that came out of it. Also, new mixing board shenanigans!

Jamie doesn’t have a mic, Marvel and Magic, and the Invisible Sun you’ve never

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Sorry everyone, we were happy to have Rian with us today, but I totally forgot to turn on Jamie's mic. Luckily, Jamie is Jamie, so you should be okay in hearing him. What you should be able to hear is that Marvel is coming to MTG, Pathfinder is raising it's prices, and John rambles on about an RPG he's never even seen.

Bees in Space, Gencon Lockup Lowdown, and RIP the Real Commander Master

Red Raccoon Games — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 18:37:41 GMT

Jamie and John gather up to talk about Wingspan's developer's follow up title, how Mechwarrior's Catalyst Games is making move outside of giant robots, a follow story on the Gencon theft, and we recognize a little of the amazing life of Sheldon Menery.

40K Worth of Clarification, Muppet Teens, and Yeah, Someone Found the One Ring

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:45:09 GMT

Jamie, Alexis, and John sit down to bring up some talk that happened on the Discord, wonder why Wizards let 1 of 1 card go out if it wasn't printed correctly, and somehow make the idea of a marble puzzle you can't see look fun.

NEW STORE IS OPEN!

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:45:00 GMT

We hear about the events that all came together at the 11th hour to have the new venue open this last week, discuss more games coming back from the dead, and why you should slide into post malone's DMs. Related links: https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/297088/games-women-people-marginalized-genders https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/heroscape-renegade-game-studios-hasbro-crowdfunding/ https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/06/zack-snyder-exclusive-first-look-rebel-moon

Mad Heidi, Games with all the buzzwords, and is that a...metal gear?!

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 29 May 2023 19:51:18 GMT

Jamie and John talk about the return of Metal Gear Solid the board game, talk about games as they mix and match genres, and how movies are looking at the weirdest board games for IP.

No one expect the Monty Python RPG, Maidenless in cardboard form, and Squishablemania

Red Raccoon Games — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 11:43:19 GMT

Join Alexis, John, and new voice Anna as we to educated Alexis what Monty Python is, have a outlandish idea for what the new Elden Ring Board Game should be like, and have a nowhere near fierce debate on which is better, Squishmellows or Squishables.

Disney the Gathering, Fandom stepping out of TTRPGS, and eBay is now the top TCGplayer

Red Raccoon Games — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 19:32:17 GMT

Jamie, Jesse, John, and Alexis all gather around to geek about how Disney could do CCGs right, how eBay's purchase of TCGplayer will affect the card market, and how DNDBeyond's past owners aren't looking to make a sophomore hit.

Solo Games on the Rise, Keyforge Coming Back, and City of Mist Rant

Red Raccoon Games — Sun, 03 Jul 2022 22:19:25 GMT

Alexis, Jamie, and John take a look at how many good solo play games are out in the world, lament on more shipping crisis news, and Jamie re-evaluates his feelings on Root.

00:03:08 - How was the store last week?

00:12:39 - What's on your table?

00:24:28 - Gaming News

00:47:03 - New Hotness

01:01:01 - What's going on in the store this week

Giant D&D changes, Amodee dropping some audio drama, and CMON kicking itself into 2077

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:10:42 GMT

Now with better sound quality! Come along with John, Alexis, and Jesse as they talk about Giant changes (wink wink) coming to D&D, CMON going to the future in their Cyberpunk 2077 kickstarter, and Asmodee putting out audio experiences for Arkham horror, Twilight Imperium, and Zombicide. Write into info@redraccoongames.com and put "Podcast" in the title, and we'll try and give you a shoutout on the show! 00:00:50 - Last Week at the shop 00:04:40 - What's on your table 00:28:50 - In the news 00:47:30 - New Hotness 01:11:10 - Next Week at the shop

GameFound throwing open their doors, Tidal Blades returns, and games getting the Marvel Treatment

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 12:05:04 GMT

John and Jamie sit down one on one and talk about how GameFound's is ready to take on Kickstarter, how giving games familiar narratives can help and hinder a game, and why it's so hard to build a new story universe inside the board game culture.

107.5 - Nightssssssssssssssss

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 03:51:10 GMT

John and Jamie sit down and briefly talk about games to keep the spirit of the show alive, then dive deep into the movies, shows, and books that are making them excited for 2026!

It's Jay Tummelson, Co-founder of Rio Grande Games!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:32:00 GMT

With Jamie out and about, John calls in Alexis and Co-founder of Rio Grande Games Jay to speak on Jay's career in the industry, as well as what GAMA is doing to help local game stores, what CMON is selling off next, and is the next big industry event in...dubai?

NITRO - Spiel des Jahres nominees, CMON loses games, and the future state of Gencon

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:10:17 GMT

NITRO!!!! With only a limited amount of time, Jamie and John push the petal to the metal to deliver that same amount of content in half the time! But that doesn't mean they don't dive deep into who the game of the year award winners might be, talk more about the decline of CMON's catalog, and discuss how Origins may be making some headway into being a top tier convention!

Gencon Stuff, Some GenCon Stuff, and surprisingly, More Gen Con Stuff

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:23:21 GMT

Jamie and John are back from GenCon, and can confirm are 50% free of covid! But what the did pick up is a lot of info on new games we love, games we didn't care for, and surprises that were had! But don't worry, we're still relevant, as we talk about Diamond's continued disaster, WOTC bringing the Magic to Romantacy and K-Pop, and how Gamefound still has problems.

GO GAMA GO

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 09:36:00 GMT

Jamie comes back from GAMA...and man what a ride...

Rebel Moon Rebellion, Wizards stop using penguins, and playing BG3...on a tabletop?!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Jamie's big scoop seems to be going nowhere with Netflix canceling Rebel Moon's RPG, Wizards new distribution models may be a sign of things to come, and how you can start your own Baulder's Gate 3 campaign with all the fixings!

NIGHTSSSSSSSSSS

Red Raccoon Games — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:04:38 GMT

John and Jamie take a night off...but still include you. We talk about all the geeky things we're looking forward to in 2024.

D&D being sold early in a underground tunnel, WOTC has a new boss, and Sky Team walks away with top prize

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:36:35 GMT

John and Jamie sit down to talk about Wizard's new boss as well as them selling the new player's handbook early, then takes some time to appreciate Sky Team winning the Speil De Jahres.

Trade Show Wrap up, Poke thieves, and a new card challenger is entering the ring

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 29 May 2024 14:35:14 GMT

Alexis and Jamie regal John with their adventures in games and meat at a recent trade show before we get into how the FBI had to take down Pokemon counterfeiters and finish up with a new company trying to get into the card selling game online.

Rare Hidden Magic, D&D Comics Flop, and Spiel Des Jahres winner

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:29:20 GMT

Alexis, Ariel, and Jamie delve into the deep end in this extra long episode, where their conversations meander to Kickstarter Business, D&D first movie attempt, and food. Just a lot of food.

00:02:20 - How was the store this week

00:05:50 - What's on your table

00:22:40 - Gaming News

01:08:13 - New Hotness

01:13:52 - Next Week in the Store

TCGS, CCGS, and Needles

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 28 May 2025 23:25:31 GMT

Jamie and John talk about all the cool card games Jamie got a sneak preview of while also discussing CMON needing help, Baulder's Gate Mini's needing help, and ways that you can support a 3rd Vampire hunter D movie.

Silent nightsssssss, holy nightssssss

Red Raccoon Games — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 18:27:19 GMT

John and Jamie spend their christmas cheer on making resolutions...for other people.

It's Andrew Zorowitz of Foam Brain Games everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT

If you love the click clacks, then you most likely have a set from Foam Brain Games. Andrew joins Jamie and John to talk about what makes his products so special, as well as what Elon is up to and how Warhammer on Amazon is green lit.

Star Wars Unlimited is limited, D20 falls to capitalism, and French Werewolves

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:00:00 GMT

Jamie and John sit and talk about how excited we are for a Werewolves of Miller's Hallow Netflix series, Star Wars is a great game suffering under bad history, and Dimension 20 sold out...Madison Square Garden!

It's Brothers Awesome Games Everybody

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT

Brothers Sam and Ed Stockton of BA Games joins Jamie and John to talk about Marvel getting into Magic, the big winners out of the American TableTop Awards, and John finally finds a friend in Monsterpocalypse.

Hasbro Downs and Downs, Crowdfunding Conundrum, and Erie Indiana Callback

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Jesse, Jamie, Rian, and John as sit to talk about how D&D is on the struggle of becoming more inclusive, how to many magic cards are lowering the reliability of Hasbro, and how companies might be addicted to the crowdfunding model of revenue.

Death My Die Season 3, Kamen Kameleon, and Elden Ring Oracle

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:16:53 GMT

John has Jesse, Alexis's, and Grant around the table as they discuss Alexis's foretelling skills, Jesse's passion for true ancient civilizations, and Grant identifying Squishables like a pokedex. Plus we talk about games.

Proxy GenCon News, Starfinder 2.0, and We be Weebing

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:46:31 GMT

With Jamie out on vacation, Jesse and John give into the allure of anime talk, but still manage to discuss the 2024 slate of Magic the Gatherings releases, GenCon getting robbed, Starfinder getting a second edition, and how deep into anime Jesse and I can get in a hour.

Want to ask some questions to our guest in the next episode? Follow this link!

Larian making a statement, playing together in Lorcana, and Jamie's getting D&D Legos!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:32:29 GMT

Jamie and Rian sit down with John to talk about how Larian is trying to take some jabs at big company ethics, Lorcana is getting a co-op moe, and Jamie continues his dragon collection, this time in Lego form.

And if you stay after the episode, you might get a Red Raccoon Nightsssss, reviewing the new Ghostbusters film, Fallen Empire. Warning, it's chock full of spoilers.

IT’S BEN ROSSET EVERYBODY

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:50:54 GMT

Our first celebrity guest Ben sits down with Jamie and John, providing expert knowledge as both a board game developer as well as working in board game manufacturing. Then together, we discuss Asmodee's owner Embracer group experiencing a massive financial fallout and how Lorcana current pricing might not be as outrageous as some people say.

Seeking the precious in MTG, TSR’s 3rd time isn’t the charm, and now for something completely different

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:17:02 GMT

Rian, John, and Jamie go deep into the LOTR Magic set that's actually really great, talk about how Monty Python opens all the doors for Zombicide, and how TSR is having another false launch. https://www.dicebreaker.com/games/zombicide-second-edition/news/monty-python-zombicide-expansion

https://www.dicebreaker.com/games/magic-the-gathering-game/feature/tales-of-middle-earth-mtg-lotr-impressions

https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/tsr-bankruptcy-filing-dungeons-hobby-shop-museum-wizards-of-the-coast-lawsuits/

C'mon gets up from the mat, Hasbro is pushing forward, and Beadle and Grimm tease

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:25:43 GMT

Jamie takes a turn at transitions as he leads John through the news of Hasbro's earnings call, C'mon selling shares, reality TV is about to get way more gamified.

D&D&A&I, Come on CMON, and SECRET ARTICLE

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:52:10 GMT

Jamie and John talk about C'mon's continued push to get their remaining kickstarters out, how D&D AI is not that much different than D&D Human, and Jamie gets to experience his first SECRET ARTICLE.

109 - Leaving Leder, Fortnite and Dragons, and Thundercats cub-classes

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Jamie and John discuss going to war in caracasone, how D&D fits into fortnite, and chocolate soup is on the way.

108 - Diamond disaster continues, Take gets taken, and Jamie went to a beach

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:45:58 GMT

John and Jamie start the year getting back to basics!

It's Grant Howitt from Rowan, Rook, and Decard Everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:26:00 GMT

Grant joins Jamie and John to talk about his creative process and 100th one page RPG, then dive deep into the Kickstarter strike, AI in Games, and more Tariff tirades!

Netflix getting a clue, Essen Spiel breaking records, and get ready for Faerun Follies!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:34:00 GMT

Jamie, Ariel, and John go on a snack break, try to figure out what a Catan TV show would be, and end the episode with a "The more you know" PSA...

It's Ryan Dancey of AEG everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 08:30:00 GMT

John and Jamie are joined by Ryan, COO of AEG and someone with an amazing history in gaming! Join us as we talk about the original OGL, CMON's woes, and Essen Speil's triumph!

It's Luis Loza from Paizo Everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:40:08 GMT

John and Jamie are joined by the Creative Director of Rules and Lore for Pathfinder (best title ever) Luis Loza as they talk about Luis's journey to his current role, the new Draconic Codex that he's so excited about, and also news on Magic's new sets and how it's padding Hasbro's margins. Jamie also dives deep into some of the changes at GAMA to be more proactive in the board game world.

Turtle Power, GENCON losses, and the hunt for the Golden Chocobo

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 14 May 2025 14:24:23 GMT

Jamie and John talk about how people are already pulling out of Gencon and why, how Wizards could not be happier with their Final Fantasy magic set, and the Diamond Publishing drama continues.

The splendor of more Splendor, MTG's insulating fantasy, and a big cup of Hoth Broth

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:21:58 GMT

Jamie and John take all the new tariff news and condense it into a new segment so they can leave room for talking about Wizards's love of Final Fantasy, how Mensa passed out some awards, and how Gunpla influenced Overwatch.

Wizard steps down, Arby's keeps rolling, and Tariff, Tariff, Tariff

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

John and Jamie talk with the person with purchasing power Alexis to talk about how the tariffs feel to the store

Asmodee looking up, Embracer looking down, and Tariffs are slowly rolling in

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT

John and Jamie are back together again, talking about how Asmodee is looking to use their new influx of cash, Embracer not happy with LOTR, and dive a little deep into how the proposed tariffs will affect the board game industry.

It's James Hutt from R. Talsorian Games Everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:36:40 GMT

Jamie and Ariel sit down with James hut to talk about...cyberpunk and...other stuff. I don't know what they are talking about, I wasn't in this one so I'm excited to listen to it right along side you!

It's Chris Sellers Everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:33:02 GMT

Joining Jamie and John today is Chris Sellers, the creator of one of our spiritual siblings, the RPG Raccoon Sky Pirates! While we talk to them about that fantastic game, how it got created, and what's they learned to create their next project Defy the Gods. While we have them, we also talk about Hasbro getting involved with the Commander Controversy and talk about Jamie's favorite cartoon coming to D&D 2024! If you like Chris and want to know more about them, you can find their work at https://hecticelectron.com/, try out the beta for their next game Defy the Gods, or keep tabs on them with their newsletter.

Hasbro CEO brags about friends, The Magic is dead at Netflix, and Ariel takes shots

Red Raccoon Games — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 17:25:47 GMT

Jamie and age shaming Ariel have John on as a guest to talk about how Hasbro is not going to give up on AI, we find out netflix is canning the Magic the Gathering show via Superman, and we take a bit of a deep dive into the new D&D book.

It's Marc W. Miller Everybody

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:31:47 GMT

Did you know Bloomington Normal has a rich history in board gaming? How about that ISU had a team dedicated to helping teachers create games in the 70's? Ever hear of Traveller, the first truly successful Sci fi RPG that could kill you before you even finished creating a character? Well after our amazing conversation with Marc Miller, one of the founders of the LEGENDARY Games Designers' Workshop!

D&D Backwards On Backwards Compatible, Magic Building New Foundations, and X-Wing Shot down

Red Raccoon Games — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 12:37:29 GMT

Jamie and John dive a little deep into how Wizards is trying to make D&D's new edition not really a next edition, what the new Magic Foundations packs will bring to the table, and a bit of history on why a beloved Star Wars skirmish game was left to wither on the vine.

PP's getting steamed, Rolling 20 on the Demiplane, and are you a wizard if you use AI?

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:47:54 GMT

Jamie and John discuss the selling of Privateer's Press's Warmachine, Roll 20 absorbing Demiplane, and why Wizard needs AI jobs.

Critical Role lights the Beacon, GameStop attempts to become a Pokemeon Champion

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 15 May 2024 12:12:50 GMT

Jamie, John, and Rian gather to speak on the latest news from everyone's favorite D&D actual play and also tries to give financial advice regarding GameStop.

Embracer group crumbles, Top Wizard moving on, and Warhammer CFO raking it in

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 01 May 2024 14:15:40 GMT

John tries to explain Hatsune Miku's existence to Jamie before talking about Warhammer's CFO trying to avoid some gaslighting heresy, Wizard of the Coast CEO stepping down, and Embracer groups breakdown and how it's leaving it's board game division holding the bag.

Hoppy gets their RPG Wish!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 14:58:22 GMT

Ariel, Jesse, and John take a deep dive into RPG books that are just fun to read after sharing their opinions on Dune!

Selling D&D for Ten Cents, One Piece Tourney falls to pieces, and where is my monsterpocalypse!?!

Red Raccoon Games — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 14:34:11 GMT

Jamie, Jesse, and John sit down to talk about why in the world D&D would ever be sold, how CMON is rescuing games like a superhero, and how Jamie is a real boy.

Clues to new MTG gameplay, Social Betrayal, and Spelljammer for your other book shelf

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:06:33 GMT

Jamie and John (and a bit of Kelly) look at the new Clue based Ravnica game, then put their sleuthing skills to figuring out the new Betrayal at the House on the Hill game and if the new Spelljammer novel will be any good.

Amazon Heresy incoming, Second time to Vote for Women, and some great tabletop rpgs from 2023

Red Raccoon Games — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:46:09 GMT

We have a full crew with Jamie, Alexis, Ariel, and John all around the table talking about Amazon getting their Rouge Trader contracts signed to bring 40K to life, talking about how some game stores have such different cultures, and doing a quick run down of fun worlds to make your friends play through.

Dicebreakers Awards, Vecna doing strange things, and 65” TVs

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:28:00 GMT

Rian, Jamie, and John come together to talk about yet another board game award collection, talk about D&D's leaked new books, and how Gordan Ramsey should LARP!

Mistborn Dominion, D&D sequal news, and Shaggy is making moves?!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:39:49 GMT

It's just John and Jamie as the holidays heat up, and with it comes new that Brandon Sanderson is getting his books into more games, Chris Pine is giving hope to his campaign continue, and we just sit and talk about how great Matthew Lillard is doing right now.

Legacy Ticket, Hasbro riding WOTC’s back, and we give Jamie back his mic.

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:40:11 GMT

Rian and John let Jamie have his own mic again as they talk about Ticket to Ride's legacy version, Hasbro's investor call fallout, and how Diablo is making the jump to an RPG...again?!

Robo-GM Jamie, Superman vs Zombies, and Lorcana Lore

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:32:27 GMT

John exposes Jamie's reliance on AI, while also looking at the upcoming collab between Zombiecide and DCeased, and both find themselves down a rabbit hole of locara hidden stories... Dceased Zombiecide Jurassic World set coming to Magic the Gathering Lorcana Lore Dump

GENCON REPORT (not the Ben Rosset interview)

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:45:03 GMT

Hey Everyone! Jamie is back from Gencon, and tells us all about the things that tickled his fancy that he plans on bringing to the store. Ben's interview is next week, and there is still plenty of time to send in questions!

Squishables in New York, The Magical Doctor Who, and the CCG star wars

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 15 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Jamie recalls his adventure at Squishables HQ, then him and John talk about Doctor Who coming to Magic the Gathering, and why in the world Fantasy Flight things launching a new Star Wars CCG is a good idea...

Stolen Goods, Secret Releases, and Jamie is taller than Grog

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 01 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT

This is one of our best episodes yet! With Jamie returning from GAMA, we have some details on some great games to keep your eye out for, some hints to big news in the future, and talk a little bit about why squishables are so beloved in the store. If you become a patreon subscriber, you will also get to hear even more GAMA goodness as well as some updates on things we want to add on once we move to the new store! Special note from the episode: Check out https://www.rainbowrabbits.com/

Lorecana Love, In the time of RPGs and AIs, and Patreon geek off

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:39:31 GMT

Jamie and John bring gameologist Ken along for the ride as we talk Disney's new adventure in the CCG space, how AI's like ChatGPT could be better RPG assistants than DMs, and for patreon listeners, we play a game based on the hit dropout show Um...Actually!

Clank’s new legacy, Ted Lasso meets Catan, and D&D movie thoughts

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:00:00 GMT

Jamie brings back the podcast with talk of Clank's announcements, Catan adding april fools worthy ideas, and we talk D&D's movie, spoiler free for casuals, and spoiler review for patreon members!

Just Jamie: We try and fail to not talk about D&D, Pokemon Magic

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 17:53:38 GMT

Another Just Jamie episode, that focuses on the surge of new RPG game sales, how an illusionist made Kadabra disappear, and some great stuff in the new hotness.

Just Jamie: OMG it’s the OGL

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:40:52 GMT

Another Just Jamie episode, as John leans on Jamie's knowledge of D&D history and business sense to be one more voice in the OGL controversy as it's coming to a close. Spoilers...neither one of us think it's a completely bad idea.

Just Jamie: New Year Goals, Board Games make the Washington Post, and Red Raccoon 2022 Sales

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 21:07:50 GMT

John sits down with Jamie to get a new store update, share what has the best sales of 2022 in the store, and discuss a great article from the Washington Post about our favorite hobby.

Hemsworth Hoedown, Warhammer Wishes, and WOTC wants to make money

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Jessica, Rian, and Alexis join John as we discuss the news about Warhammer series news, Critical Role's new game, and Wizards of the Coast wanting to have D&D make more money.

D&D Race Relations, Marvel taking time on RPG release, and Candles

Red Raccoon Games — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 02:03:00 GMT

John and Jamie welcome Gameologist Katie to the podcast, where she gives her insight into D&D discontinuing using the word "race", how Marvel should treat it's new RPG Release, and how much Jamie loves laying tile.

Katanas, One Piece TCG, and more Katanas

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:10:36 GMT

It's a "Alexis Alone" episode, where her and John talk about how Hasbro Pulse still isn't getting the backers it wants for heroscape, Herstory might be homework, and how Japan seems to influence the TCG market.

Sticklers on MTG Stickers, One D&D high and lows, and Gencon Recap

Red Raccoon Games — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:42:14 GMT

Jamie, Rian, John, and new to the show Ken talk about how Magic's new Sticker system is affecting the meta as a whole, some of the drawbacks of One D&D for brick and mortar stores, and Jamie and Ken review all the fun they had in one day rush of Gencon. Warning for people adverse to Clinking Metal Coins!

Going deep into the Subclasses, D20,000, and Catan makes an exit

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:27:07 GMT

Jamie tricks John into messing up more Critical Role names as they talk about the big D&D news.

Spelljammer all in one box, Backerkit goes beyond backing, and Kickstarter tries to regain it’s crown.

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:43:27 GMT

Join Ariel, Jamie, and John as they hear a quick games round up from Origins, discusses how the crowdfunded community is getting a bit crowded, and gets fired up for free RPG day! 00:01:15 - How was the store this week 00:11:45 - What's on your table? 00:24:45 - In the News 00:39:45 - New Hotness 00:53:15 - What's going on this week

Red Raccoon on the move, D&D giveth and taketh, and Asmodee Accessibility

Red Raccoon Games — Sun, 22 May 2022 20:55:17 GMT

John sits down with Jamie to discuss the recent breaking new of Red Raccoon moving locations. Then both jump into D&D beyond's book delisting and how Asmodee is trying to add more accessibility to their games. Shop last week - 00: 00:50 New Store info - 00:02:40 DndBeyond Book Delisting - 00:32:25 Asmodee Access+ - 00:49:50 New Hotness - 00:59:50 Shop this week - 01:14:10

Women in Gaming, GAMA Energy, and indulging in Creature Comforts

Red Raccoon Games — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 19:30:10 GMT

Jesse, Lex, and Jamie break loose as they continue into revealing women who are parts of some of our favorite games, Jamie fills us in on all the awesome he was able to absorb from GAMA, and explore some hidden gems on the New Hotness in the store.

It's Scott Brady Everybody!

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Creator of Boop and Hues and Cues Scott Brady joins Jamie and John to talk about how he found himself developing award winning games, navigating Covid while designing, collaborating to find success, and plans for future games you'll see on the shelves soon!

Sigil gets slashed, Monpoc confessions and concessions, and Come on CMON

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:48:12 GMT

Jamie is back from vacation and him and John go over the news they missed...except that's days news because it's april 1st...

Pokemon GO-ing to CCG, Spelljammer’s multiverse of maddness, and GI Joe Launching

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 02 May 2022 12:19:09 GMT

Hello Listeners! On this episode, we talk about Pokemon card game collaborating with the Pokemon GO universe, D&D diving deeper into the many worlds it owns with SpellJammer's release and D&D beyond's acquisition, and GI Joe: Mission Critical's launch meaning Jamie and Jesse can play the power rangers/GI Joe mash of of their dreams! 00:02:00 - Tangent on Podcast

00:04:45 - Recap of the last week

00:09:00 - Pokemon Go coming to the CCG

00:15:35 - D&D's Spelljammer

00:30:55 - New IP on D&D beyond

00:44:50 - GI Joe Mission Critical

01:00:50 - New Hotness

01:15:50 - Store Events this week

American Tabletop Awards, D&D buys DndBeyond, and Detective Batman RPG

Red Raccoon Games — Sun, 17 Apr 2022 19:30:34 GMT

Jamie and John spend their Easter approving the the winners, recommendations, and nominations of the American Tabletop Awards, discuses Hasbro's purchase of Dndbeyond, and has a new Gotham City RPG peek our interest.

12:00 - How was the store this week 19:25 - American table top awards 38:45 - D&D beyond buyout 51:30 - Batman Gotham City Chronicles: The Role-Playing Game 59:02 - New Hotness 1:06:58 - Upcoming week's Events

D&D 5.1, Dragonlance no more, and powerwash the chaos off

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 15:48:35 GMT

Jamie, Alexis, and John, (with a guest appearance of Kelly) talk about how Wizards is finally releasing what was to be D&D 1, but has killed off the Joe Lemoncello Dragonlance tv show, and we find comfort in know powerwash simulator is going to start including some very gruesome DLC.

User Friendly 40K, Baldur’s Gatekeeping doesn’t exist, and what’s the deal with the Spiel

Red Raccoon Games — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:22:54 GMT

Jamie, Jesse, and John have a look at what little they know about 40K 10th edition, talk about how Baldur's Gate is going to to be the pull to D&D the movie wasn't, and talk about the award nominees for the ENnies as well as the award winners at Spiel de Jarhes.

Warhammer 40,000: 10th Edition review 2023 ENnie Awards best RPG shortlist NME 'Baldur's Gate 3' should not set the standard for role-playing games, Spiel des Jahres winners

A.I. in Roleplaying, Gone Fishing, and wishing we were at Gencon

Red Raccoon Games — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:57:52 GMT

Rian, John, and Gameologist Grant sit down to talk about how computers are butting into the art space of RPGs, the joy of solo games, and talk about some of their favorite news out of Gencon thus far.

No Episode this week

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 13:50:22 GMT

Hey Guys, life got in the way but we'll see you again in two weeks!

Nightsssssssss

Red Raccoon Games — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:46:52 GMT

Jamie and John do what white guys with a podcast do...talk about what they hate