Addictive Gameplay Loops With Chris Cantero

How do you craft a video game that hooks players and keeps them coming back for more?

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Crowdfunding Nerds Episodes

Crowdfunding Nerds is here to help you on your crowdfunding quest. We are digital marketing nerds and board gamers. Our partners raised over $2 million on Kickstarter in 2020 with our help, and more than 90% of our projects were funded on the first day.

Reflections On Kickstarter Head Of Games Interview

June 17, 2025

Episode: 236

In episode 236 of the Crowdfunding Nerds podcast, Andrew and Sean dive into the competitive dynamics of Kickstarter, GameFound, and BackerKit.

Interview with Kickstarter Head of Games: Asher McClennahan

June 9, 2025

Episode: 235

In Episode 235 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean sit down with Asher McClennahan, Kickstarter's head of games, to unravel the secrets behind a winning crowdfunding campaign.

Bob Rafei On Crafting Memorable Worlds

June 2, 2025

Episode: 234

Ever wondered what it takes to create iconic games like Crash Bandicoot or Jak and Daxter? How about founding your own game studio from scratch?

Rulebooks: The Real MVP

May 27, 2025

Episode: 233

In Episode 231 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean sit down with Chris George from the World Series of Board Gaming and Room and Board YouTube channel to uncover the secrets!

Luck, Preparedness, Opportunity, & Tariffs

May 20, 2025

Episode: 232

Can you predict the unpredictable in business? How do poker strategies apply to managing unexpected challenges?

Can Board Games Go Pro?

May 12, 2025

Episode: 231

Ever wondered if board gaming could be the next big spectator sport?

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