Crowdfunding Nerds

When to Say No!

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Nerds, Nerding Out, Personal Growth

In episode 253 of the Crowdfunding Nerds, we tackle the art of time management and the power of 'no' in business.

How Crowdfunding Can Fix Trading Card Games

Case Study, Crowdfunding Nerds, Nerding Out

Ever wondered how trading card games (TCGs) are evolving in 2025? In episode 244 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Sean dives deep into the world of TCGs with guests Donnie Chase and Jacob Cecil. We tackle the hot issues of scalping, grading, and distribution, and explore how intellectual properties and marketing strategies are reshaping the industry.Jacob shares […]

Reflections On Kickstarter Head Of Games Interview

Behind the Business, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds

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

Game Over, Start Again? with Ryan Williams

Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds

Ever wondered how to keep your audience hooked between game releases or the secret sauce to a successful crowdfunding relaunch?

Case Study: When The Going Gets Tough

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Personal Growth

Are you ready to dive into the world of crowdfunding with a twist of strategy and resilience?

Demonstrating Your Product

Audience, Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds

Ever wonder why some crowdfunding campaigns soar while others barely get off the ground? In this episode of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean unravel the secrets behind effective product demonstration for crowdfunding success.

Mastering Email Subject Lines

Crowdfunding Nerds, Emails

Ever wondered how a simple email subject line can make or break your crowdfunding campaign?

2024 In Review & 2025 Industry Predictions

Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Nerding Out

Episode 211 of Crowdfunding Nerds is here, and it's packed with insights and predictions! Ever wondered how accurate our 2024 forecasts were? Or what the future holds for crowdfunding in 2025?

Navigating the Calm Before the Kickstarter Storm

Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Personal Growth

Ever wondered how to juggle work, family, and a looming Kickstarter launch without losing your sanity? Or how to make your campaign stand out in the crowded crowdfunding space?

Andrew & Sean React! Episodes 6-10 Revisited

Audience, Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Nerds, Ecommerce, Emails, Facebook Ads, Personal Growth, Pre-marketing

Welcome, crowdfunding enthusiasts! I'm your host, Andrew, joined by my co-host Sean, for Episode 152 of the Crowdfunding Nerds podcast.

Embracing Change: Navigating Life and Business at Milestone 150

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Nerds, Personal Growth

Welcome to Crowdfunding Nerds' milestone 150th episode! It's your hosts, Andrew and Sean, and we're diving deep into the world of change. Ever felt daunted by change? Or are you someone who thrives on it? Join us as we navigate the choppy waters of change in life and business.

Episode 1-5 Rewind

Audience, Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Nerds, Facebook Ads, Pre-marketing

The Crowdfunding Nerds revisit the first five episodes of the podcast to talk about key elements and industry updates since recording them.

How To Hire The Right People

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Nerds, Personal Growth

On this episode the Crowdfunding Nerds discuss the importance of hiring the right people while using Valve as a case study for business productivity.

Board Game Industry 2023 Predictions

Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Facebook Ads, Video Games

The crowdfunding nerds discuss their 2023 predictions on economics, manufacturing and board game demand.

2022 Board Game Industry Predictions In Review

Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Nerds, Nerding Out

The Crowdfunding Nerds review last years predictions and discuss the developments and trends of the board game industry in 2022.

What Are The Typical Results Of The Crowdfunding Nerds Service?

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Nerds, Nerding Out

Stock market crashes, Bitcoin busts, to industry drama and service pricing. The Crowdfunding Nerds comment on current news while answering an email question!

Kickstarter Board Game Metrics Deep Dive

Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Facebook Ads, Nerding Out

Andrew and Sean go through 10 successful Kickstarter campaigns and talk about the important metrics that can help you frame your crowdfunding launch!

The ”Art” of Marketing Board Games

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Nerds, TTRPG, Video Games

The Crowdfunding Nerds talk about board game art, where to find great artists and how to know if your art is not up to standard.

Looking Back – A Year Of Crowdfunding Nerds Podcasting

Community Growth, Crowdfunding Nerds, Nerding Out

The nerds look back at a year of podcasting while highlighting their favorite moments!

2022 Crowdfunding Predictions & Forecasts For Tabletop Marketing

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Nerds, Distribution & Fulfilment, Nerding Out

The crowdfunding nerds wrap up a year of podcast with their predictions & forecasts for 2022. Who will be right? Will they all be wrong? Time will tell...

Marketing The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim The Adventure Game On Gamefound

Audience, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Facebook Ads, Gamefound

The Crowdfunding Nerds talk about the advantages and challenges of marketing a large IP board game like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim The Adventure Game.

From Client to Employee – Ryan and His Kickstarter Journey

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Distribution & Fulfilment

On this weeks episode Rick and Sean tie up Andrew and take over the podcast! Ryan the new guy join in to discuss his recent Kickstarter project and involvement in Next Level Web.

8 Business Ideas You Need To Know For Your Kickstarter

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Nerds, Personal Growth

While cleaning his office Sexy Irish Sean finds an old notebook with some business advice that you need to know about before going to Kickstarter!

A First-Hand Organic Kickstarter Pre-Marketing Case Study

Audience, Board Gaming, Case Study, Crowdfunding Nerds, Emails, Pre-marketing

On this episode of Crowdfunding Nerds Andrew describes everything that he discovered about board game marketing when creating his board game Deliverance!

Sean’s Lessons Learned From 3 Months In Crowdfunding

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Nerds, Facebook Ads, Pre-marketing

SEO Wizard Rick answers some Google Analytics questions while Sexy Irish Sean explains what he has learned since joining the Next Level Web team.

What is Crowdfunding Nerds About?

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Nerds

Welcome to Crowdfunding Nerds, a podcast all about marketing and crowdfunding by a bunch of nerds that are learning as they go in this ever-changing environment.