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Hosted by Daniel Hilty & Kevin Taylor · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 90 episodes
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Daniel and Kevin explore the meaning of play for human flourishing – what it is, what it means, and how people create and maintain playful lives. We explore books, people, places, and ideas committed to engendering play in the midst of busy, working lives.
Daniel Hilty & Kevin Taylor hosts Play Saves the World, a leisure show with 90 episodes published.
Discover the top board game accessories that enhance your gaming experience! From essential organizers to fun upgrades, we cover it all in this episode of Play Saves the World. Key takeaways: Learn about the best accesso
Kevin discusses his experience at the 2026 Geekway to the West board game convention, highlighting new games he encountered and played. We both explore a variety of board games, from Welsh seaside village building to Jap
We discuss our top 10 animal-themed board games, including a shadow animal game list and the real animal game list. Will your favorite game make the cut? What did we miss? You can help us by liking, subscribing, and supp
We offer our top 5 lists of games that surprised us the most. You can support us by liking, subscribing, and supporting us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/playsavestheworld Daniel and Kevin discuss the unexpected elem
The conversation explores the intersection of play, theology, and womanism, highlighting the role of play in Lakisha's life and its connection to her theological journey. Lakisha shares her definition of play as an embod
We discuss the absence of tabletop games in the Bible (eeeek!) – and the presence of randomization and game-like elements. You can help us by liking, subscribing, and supporting us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/play
How do board games become acts of devotion? We delve into the intersection of spirituality, identity, and agency within the context of gaming. Games facilitate introspection, connection, and exploration of different iden
In this episode of Play Saves the World, Daniel and Kevin explore the intersection of spirituality and board games, discussing six spiritual realities that emerge from play. They delve into the definitions of play, its i
We chat with Rev. Dr. Jason Brian Santos about the Theology of Play Conference (TopCon) that explores the intersection of spirituality and gaming. Jason shares personal insights on how games foster connection and presenc
We explore the vibrant world of party games: their defining characteristics, social significance, and the stigma sometimes associated with them in the hobby board game community. There's joy and laughter here, especially
In this episode of "Play Saves the World," hosts Daniel Hilty and Kevin Taylor are joined by special guest Kristen Hilty to explore the benefits of board games for aging adults. Kristen, a clinical social worker, shares
How can we improve at board games, and why do we want to? And how do we maintain a positive experience for all players? We delve into the importance of optimization, understanding game mechanics, and the role of timing i
We’re diving into the fascinating world of two-player games, uncovering what makes them so special and why they’re so much fun. We’ll chat about how these games create strong connections between players, how board games
In this episode we explore the joy of cooperative tabletop games, discussing their mechanics, spiritual benefits, and the shared narratives they create. We delve into how these games foster teamwork, communication, and p
We explore Afrofuturism and the mission of the House of Afros, Capes, and Curls with its founder Jade Rogers.The organization exists to create a community for Black nerds, the concept of Afrofuturism, and the importance
In this episode of "Play Saves the World," hosts Daniel Hilty and Kevin Taylor dive into the captivating world of solo tabletop games. Discover the unique joys and challenges of playing games designed for one, from the s
In this episode of Play Saves the World, hosts Daniel and Kevin discuss their experiences at Geekway 2025, a board game convention in St. Louis, Missouri. They explore the significance of play in human flourishing and sh
In this episode we explore the transformative practice of bullet journaling. We discuss its purpose as a tool for self-reflection, mental clarity, and personal growth. The conversation delves into the historical context
We dive into Steven Johnson's book 'Wonderland: How Play Made the Modern World,' which shows how play has been a catalyst for invention, the interconnectedness of ideas, and the impact of play on technology and culture.
Daniel Hilty and Kevin Taylor welcome Caleb Cabiness, an actor and theater practitioner, to discuss the joy of theater and its significance in human flourishing. They explore Caleb's journey in theater, the vibrant theat
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Play Saves the World is hosted by Daniel Hilty & Kevin Taylor. The show is categorised under leisure (games) and has published 90 episodes.
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