Member of the Month: Allison DeVries
Every month, NASAGA features one of our members who is doing great things in games-based learning. The Member of the Month for January 2026 is Allison DeVries (she/her), Founder and CEO, The Big Thinking Box.
The Art of Game Design with Skaff Elias (Podcast)
The 20 Sided Gamified Podcast talks with Skaff Elias, one of the original playtesters, developers, and right hand man to Richard Garfield of Magic the Gathering the fame.
Storytelling and Roleplaying with Tony Marano of Little Wars TV (Podcast)
The 20 Sided Gamified Podcast sits down with Tony Marano of Little Wars TV. Tony is a veteran game master, storyteller, and all around D&D guru, and they had a blast talking about the history of RPGs, their connections with miniatures, and some strategies for running a good game.
Want a High-Performing Team? Let Them Play (Strategically)
We don't ask football teams to perform without practice. But we expect teams to navigate high-stakes conversations, give difficult feedback, challenge authority constructively, and collaborate across competing priorities, without ever creating a low-stakes environment to practice these behaviors. People need a training ground where they can try new approaches, make mistakes, and build muscle memory for the skills that matter most.