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The Broken Meeple

The Broken Meeple
Board Games
UK Games Expo
Essen Spiel 2024
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The Broken Meeple - a UK Board Games blog and podcast that reports on board and card games. Reviews, Top 5/10 lists, or just anything that's on my mind! One thing is for sure - I don't hold back and will speak my mind! In addition to this podcast I have a YouTube channel that showcases review videos and Top 10 lists. Please feel free to check them out!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes252Founded12 years ago
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Leisure

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Latest Episodes

Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 126 - Nothing To Look Forward To? Like I said, not doing anticipated lists, so let's take a brief look at 2026 to see if anything is of interest coming up..........oh.............it doesn't look good. In addition I'll ... more

Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 127 - Can I Forgive These Games? Updates, Handycon and then as I'm running out of ideas, let's look at some games that I've rated as low as a 1 in the past and decide whether I'm willing to forgive and raise their rati... more

Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 125 - Revisiting The 2025 Anticipated List I don't want to do any more Anticipated Lists any more so for the last time ever, let's look back on the Anticipated List for 2025 that I did at the start of the year and see ... more

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Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 124 - Do You Want Fixed Turns or Variable Endgames? My plays at Gridcon 6 followed by a question to discuss? With all the games coming out that have fixed turns/rounds with no variation - do I like this format and if n... more

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Host

Luke Hector
Host who passionately discusses board games, sharing insightful reviews and personal anecdotes. Known for being candid and straightforward about industry trends and game mechanics.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Great podcast

    I don’t always agree with him, but I do appreciate his honesty about the games and the industry. Great podcast and YouTube channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scott4JC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Opinions, opinions, opinions.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    zaphod
    4 years ago
  • Luke is a hoot!

    Luke is a real charactor and he brings that to everything he does. His style is stream of thought so you really get what he thinks. I really appreciate that, and importantly when he's critical - he's never mean spirited. He's a joy to listen to and has great insights and perspective on games that has helped me a lot as I got into the hobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UnderScore888
    Australia6 years ago
  • Awesome stuff

    Great podcast , with critical analysis. Awesome one man show. No wasted time , talks about the things we love, games

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ragnar4321
    Canada7 years ago
  • Smart, opinionated and unapologetic.

    The Broken Meeple is one of my favorite board game media creators. Luke has strong opinions which I greatly appreciate, he let’s you know what he think. And while I don’t always agree, I admire his insights and knowledge about games. I love his YouTube channel as well. If you want true and honest insight, this is the place.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Scott-O-Matic
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the honesty and critical insights provided about various board games, enjoying the candid style of commentary.
The host is described as a character with a strong persona, bringing a unique perspective that resonates well with the gaming community.
There are mixed feelings regarding the tone of discussions; while some adore the straightforward nature, others find it occasionally overly critical or negative.

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Apple Podcasts
#155
New Zealand/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#233
Saudi Arabia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#235
Israel/Leisure

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Episode 100 - SUPER BUMPER Q&A SPECIAL!!
Q: Why does high constant rankings bother you?
It bothers me because I believe that a genuine review should have a range of ratings to give consumers an accurate perspective.
Episode 100 - SUPER BUMPER Q&A SPECIAL!!
Q: What themes do you want to see more of in board games?
I would like to see more relatable themes like modern life scenarios instead of rehashed historical themes.
Episode 100 - SUPER BUMPER Q&A SPECIAL!!
Q: How did you become a creator?
I started in 2013 after moving into a new flat and getting into board games, which led me to create videos and content based on my interests.

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Focusing on the world of board games, the content explores a wide range of topics, from reviews of newly released games to insightful commentary on industry trends and events like conventions. With a candid and often humorous approach, the episodes feature discussions that reflect the host's genuine passion for gaming, developing a strong connection with the audience through personal anecdotes and candid opinions.

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The Broken Meeple launched 12 years ago and published 252 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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