As a cinephile who has spent countless hours immersed in the world of films and documentaries, I must admit that my latest obsession – board games – is an unexpected yet captivating diversion. Martin Lewis, the Money Saving Expert, has managed to pique my interest with his fervor for board games, even going as far as proposing to his wife using Scrabble!
Martin Lewis is obsessed with board games – after all he did propose to his wife using Scrabble!
Over the holiday season, the Money Saving Guru has taken on a cheerful challenge: assisting the country in outsmarting their relatives and friends during board games, much like his usual practice!
If you think you could dominate at games like Monopoly, Scrabble, or Articulate, Martin Lewis shares his top strategies to help you succeed.
How have board games survived the rise of screens and online gaming?
They foster community bonding through shared social activities. In the special Christmas program I host, I challenge an elderly gentleman (ninety years young) at backgammon, who plays almost every day of the week for many decades. His mental acuity underscores how board games can serve as a hidden defense against aging.
Why do you love board games?
I’m extremely competitive, as shown by my proposal to my wife Lara during a game of Scrabble. In that instance, I resorted to cheating (a rare admission for me) to ensure I went first. Once I had the advantage, I played two seven-letter words, “willyou” and “marryme”, which she found charming.
Does your financial savvy mean you always want to be the banker in Monopoly?
Do you mind losing?
Not if I’ve played well. I keep a graph of every Scrabble game I’ve ever played against my wife – about 1,200 times now. If I win with a low score where I think I’ve played below potential, I’m really peed off with myself. It’s the same if I play my friend Joel at Connect 4 and he beats me because I missed something.
Are there life lessons to be learnt from board games?
Instead of merely instructing my 12-year-old girl on the rules, I’ve guided her in understanding strategies, tactics, assessment, and planning – all valuable skills. In this program, other children employ these learned strategies to challenge their teachers at Connect 4. The kids significantly enhance their gameplay by considering their opponents’ moves.
What’s your top Monopoly tip?
Aim for properties with oranges as their primary feature, as they offer an optimal balance between rental income, investment return, and a higher chance of acquiring them initially.
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2024-12-10 04:47