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Episode 155: Charitable Gaming Length: 46:47 Show Links: RSS | iTunes | Stitcher | Download Episode Welcome back to Vox Republica, the Cardboard Republic Podcast! We post new episodes every other Thursday, with each episode being about 45 minutes long. Vox Republica is proudly supported by our Patreon. Consider contributing today! DESCRIPTION: Gaming can sometimes be seen from the outside as a childish or selfish pastime. Contrary to that thought, however, the hobby is actually known for charitable acts both large and small. On the heels of one such event, this week Erin and Ryan discuss Extra Life and a few other board game charity events that take place this time of year. For donation links, please check down below! GUESTS: None RECENTLY PLAYED GAMES - (01:35): Lisboa by Eagle-Gryphon Games (BGG Link) Flamme Rouge by Stronghold Games (BGG Link) Downforce by Restoration Games (BGG Link) That's A Question by Czech Games Edition (BGG Link) QUICK TOPICS - (20:37): We recap our annual Extra Life charity marathon held at CR headquarters! FEATURED TOPIC - (30:46): Continuing the topic, we also chat about a number of charitable efforts in the hobby, including: Extra Life The Jack Vasel Memorial Fund Stonemaier Games Charity Auction DFW Nerd Nighters Cheapass Games' Trolling For Good Campaign PLUGS - (45:37): We’re raffling off a copy of Rocky Road to a lucky Patreon backer. Consider donating today! As always, Cardboard Republic YouTube videos, Instagram pictures, and the BGG Guild are still ongoing. Subscribe to one or two - or all of them if you really love us. You do really love us, right? We’d love to hear from you! You can send questions or feedback via email at podcast@cardboardrepublic.com. You can also reach us social media, including Twitter, Facebook, and BoardGameGeek. Audio Credits: Intro music track is "Swing!" by Bargo!, used under Creative Commons license.