

Foilboarding Mastery, Hidden Monopoly Secrets, Digital Addiction & How To Make Family Dinners Fun Again, With Exploding Kitten's Elan Lee.
8 snips Jun 14, 2025
Elan Lee, co-creator of the wildly popular card game Exploding Kittens, shares his journey from crafting movie effects to revolutionizing family game nights. He discusses innovative ways to connect through play and the transformative impact of games on family relationships. Elan also dives into his personal wellness journey, including e-foiling and nutrition strategies for better health. With humor and heart, he highlights the importance of meaningful interactions and the joys of spontaneous gameplay in bringing families closer.
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Exploding Kittens Origin Story
- Elan Lee created a simple card game on a poker deck with Sharpie markings.
- A chance meeting with Matthew Inman led to iterating and renaming the game "Exploding Kittens."
Crowdfunding Beyond Funding
- Use stretch goals as community engagement tools, not just funding incentives.
- Encourage backers to participate in fun challenges to unlock rewards and keep momentum.
Games Make Players Entertaining
- Great games make the players entertaining, not just the game itself.
- Focusing on interactive, social experiences creates lasting memories and engagement.