Board Game Barrage is a board game podcast hosted by Kellen, Neilan, Mark and Christina, covering new releases, mechanisms, industry news and listener mailbags. It has 370 episodes on a biweekly cadence, typically 55 to 65 minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Engaged board game audience hearing hobby recommendations from long-running hosts
- 370 episodes since 2018 with a 4.7 average Apple Podcasts rating from 414 ratings
- Typical episodes run about an hour, giving room for a host-read segment
- Hosts discuss new releases, convention previews and listener mailbags, which fits hobby product launches
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, panel discussion, listener mailbag, rankings and drafts
- Tone
- playful, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website links to Patreon for bonus episodes and merch discounts, and no sponsor mentions were found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
The feed is not flagged explicit and the episode titles cover board game topics, such as 'Hot Takes About Board Games' and 'Essen SPIEL 2026 Hype List'.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | boardgamebarrage.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1349078561 |
| RSS feed | boardgamebarrage.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 72 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| #371: Essen SPIEL 2026 Hype List | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 12 min |
| #370: On Brand | 2026-09-24 | 55 min |
| #369: The Life-Changing Magic of a Minimalist Board Game Collection | 2026-09-10 | 55 min |
| #368: I Will Always Love You | 2026-08-27 | 1 h 4 min |
| #367: One vs. Many | 2026-08-13 | 59 min |
| #366: Collaborative Draft: Games of 2017 | 2026-07-30 | 1 h 10 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Join Kellen, Neilan, Mark, and Christina for a podcast about board games, the latest hotness, and how to have fun with your friends even when you're losing.
About Board Game Barrage
Board Game Barrage is a board game podcast hosted by Kellen, Neilan, Mark and Christina, according to the show's website and RSS feed. The show covers new releases, game mechanisms, convention previews and listener mailbags, with a conversational, playful format. It has 370 episodes, released on a biweekly cadence, with typical episodes running 55 to 65 minutes.
The show holds a 4.7 average rating from 414 Apple Podcasts ratings. The website also runs a Discord community and a BGG guild, and it links to Patreon for bonus episodes and merch discounts. No sponsor mentions appear in the feed.
The audience is estimated, not published, at roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly adult hobby gamers in the United States. Estimated rates run $40 to $200 per host-read episode placement, which suits board game publishers, accessory makers and game conventions.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Board Game Barrage can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Board Game Barrage
How much does Board Game Barrage charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates run about $40 to $200 per episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing should be confirmed directly with the show.
What is Board Game Barrage about?
Board Game Barrage is a podcast about board games, hosted by Kellen, Neilan, Mark and Christina. It covers new releases, mechanisms, convention previews and listener mailbags.
How do I contact Board Game Barrage about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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