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But Why Vikings?

Tim Clare, Ava Foxfort, Iain McAllister

Booking Overview

This is a multi-host tabletop gaming advice and commentary show, usually featuring the regular hosts answering listener questions, with occasional specialist guest episodes. Suitable pitches include tabletop game designers, game-studies scholars, educators, and experts on inclusive or community-based gaming; the niche focus and limited guest history suggest relatively low booking difficulty for well-matched accessible professionals.

Metrics

Episodes: 17

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

ihmcallister@gmail.com

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Host

Tim Clare - Tabletop gaming commentator and co-host focused on game etiquette, recommendations, research, and player experiences.

Ava Foxfort - Tabletop gaming commentator and co-host who discusses game groups, conventions, education, and player experiences.

Iain McAllister - Tabletop gaming commentator and co-host focused on game recommendations, historical questions, etiquette, and community play.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Subject-matter expertise in tabletop gaming, game studies, education, or gaming communities, supported by relevant academic, professional, or practical experience.
Required Achievements:  
Academic research or teaching experience, Specialized work in tabletop gaming or game studies, Practical experience building or supporting gaming communities

Recent Guest Discussions

Emily Friedman - Setting Up Game Groups In Restrictive Communities, Using Games In Education, Actual Play, Academia, And Tabletop Gaming.

Recent Topics

Gaming, Tabletop Gaming, Board Games, Role Playing Games, Game Etiquette

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
But Why Vikings?
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Our old enemy, nuance

October 09, 2026

Welcome to “But, Why Vikings?”. Each episode your hosts Tim Clare, Ava Foxfort, and Iain McAllister will answer a variety of tabletop related questions sent in to them by listeners. From tabletop etiquette to historical mysteries there is no question too esoteric for this group of gaming agony aunts. In this episode Tim and Ava dive into the tricky issues around board gaming friendships and what to do when they go wrong! They also debate the merits of expansions and muse on how many is too ma...

Dr. Emily Friedman - Teacher at Large

September 25, 2026

Welcome to “But, Why Vikings?”. Each episode your hosts Tim Clare, Ava Foxfort, and Iain McAllister will answer a variety of tabletop related questions sent in to them by listeners. From tabletop etiquette to historical mysteries there is no question too esoteric for this group of gaming agony aunts. Our show notes links to games and sources we mention in running order. Games will have their BGG entry linked to, though we recognise that is not the only source of information on games. In this ...

Radical Epistemology

August 27, 2026

Welcome to “But, Why Vikings?”. Each episode your hosts Tim Clare, Ava Foxfort, and Iain McAllister will answer a variety of tabletop related questions sent in to them by listeners. From tabletop etiquette to historical mysteries there is no question too esoteric for this group of gaming agony aunts. It’s a rare triumvirate as Tim, Ava, and Iain answer questions about the etiquette in finishing a game that you aren’t entirely enjoying and how to be a good trans ally at the table (and maybe so...

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Frequently asked questions

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But Why Vikings?
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How do I get in touch with But Why Vikings??

But Why Vikings? is hosted by Tim Clare and Ava Foxfort. Its publicly listed email is ihmcallister@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for But Why Vikings??

The publicly listed email for But Why Vikings?: ihmcallister@gmail.com.

How many listeners does But Why Vikings? have?

Podseeker estimates But Why Vikings? reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for But Why Vikings??

But Why Vikings? typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Subject-matter expertise in tabletop gaming, game studies, education, or gaming communities, supported by relevant academic, professional, or practical experience. Common among recent guests: Academic research or teaching experience; Specialized work in tabletop gaming or game studies; Practical experience building or supporting gaming communities. Recent guests include Emily Friedman.

How hard is it to get booked on But Why Vikings??

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does But Why Vikings? cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Tabletop Gaming, Board Games, Role Playing Games, and Game Etiquette. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

ihmcallister@gmail.com

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