Your Ultimate Gen Con Guide – Don’t Miss This Must-Listen Podcast Episode!
Heading to Gen Con this year? Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned con-goer, there’s one podcast episode you need to hear before you hit the vendor hall:
Podcast: “So, You Find Yourself at Gen Con… Now What?” from Mindful Games Lab.
In this special episode, Clay gives you the inside scoop on how to make the most out of the largest tabletop gaming convention in North America—Gen Con.
Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen:
Gen Con is exhilarating… and overwhelming. With 70,000+ attendees, thousands of events, and a vendor hall that feels like a gamer’s Disneyland, it’s easy to miss something amazing. Clay walks you through the essentials to stay grounded, organized, and excited.
In the episode, you’ll learn:
✅ Pro Tips for Navigating Gen Con
How to avoid burnout with strategic breaks
Where to find quiet places to recharge
How to get into great events (even if you didn’t plan ahead)
Why hotel lobbies are a secret weapon
🎲 Clay’s Top 5 Most Anticipated Games
Clay counts down the five games he’s most excited to check out this year at Gen Con, including:
Kinfire Council – Political intrigue meets worker placement
Nature – A beautifully illustrated game of ecosystem survival
The Crew: Family Adventure – Cooperative trick-taking with family-friendly flair
Solar Gardens – Build a rooftop paradise in this relaxing tile-drafting game
Vantage – Explore an entire planet in this immersive card-based sandbox game
You’ll get booth numbers, gameplay highlights, and why each game made his must-see list.
🎉 Don’t Miss These Extras!
Clay also shares:
Hidden gem publishers (like FamBam Games and their party-ready titles)
The iconic Gen Con balloon sculpture
How to survive the restaurant rush with smart food tips
Nightlife tips: Open gaming, entertainment shows, and late-night con magic
Want to Meet Clay at Gen Con?
You can find him:
At the Leder Games booth (#643) on Friday from 10 AM–2 PM
At the sold-out Leder Hootenanny on Saturday as Cap’n Clay the Pirate 🏴☠️
Ready to Get Hyped and Prepared?
This episode will get you in the Gen Con mindset—energized, organized, and full of anticipation.
🎧 Listen & Subscribe:
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.
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