In this episode, Elan Lee, co-creator of Exploding Kittens, reveals how he walked away from Microsoft and digital gaming to build a tabletop empire rooted in laughter and human connection. You’ll hear how a random game scribbled on poker cards during a beach trip turned into the #1 most-backed Kickstarter campaign of all time, and why Elan believes games should make people the entertainment—not the screens. We also get into: - The real story behind Exploding Kittens - How Elan transformed his health with fasting, eFoiling, and cutting sugar - Why he ditched screens at home and built games with his daughter instead - The power of analog fun in a digital world - How game nights can rebuild family bonds and spark creativity Whether you're a parent, gamer, or creator, this conversation is filled with powerful takeaways on how to rethink play, purpose, and your daily life. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/elanlee Additional Resources: Ben Greenfield Life Website: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/ Ben Greenfield Life Podcast: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/podcast/ Ben Greenfield Books: https://shopbengreenfieldlife.com/collections/books Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bengreenfieldfitness/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BGFitness X https://twitter.com/bengreenfield TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@bengreenfield