Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast

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Getting Carded Jun 14, 2026

Show notes

This episode we’ve each built a game night for friends featuring three easy card games. We share our first thoughts on Federation and Thunder Road Vendetta, and then wrap up with full reviews of three more simple card games.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 304 was recorded on June 10th, 2026. Episodes are usually recorded live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep304/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) Checking In

(00:02:36) Announcements
Get Scurry Up Free! - Buy at B&N, snap a pic and send it to info@upgamesatplay.com
The first five folk to do so get it FREE, everyone else gets a 20% rebate. Ends June 22nd

No show on the 17th for sure and probably not on the 24th either.
Watch for Prime Day Deals that week at https://tabletopbellhop.com/tabletop-deals/

(00:04:16) Ask The Bellhop

(00:20:19) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(00:37:44) The Game Room - Person Do Thing
Pick Up Person Do Thing on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4uzDu25
Or better yet, pick it up in a bundle with Smug Owls direct from Runaway Parade: https://www.runawayparade.com/shop/p/smug-owls-card-game-lxtm5
Check out our Smug Owls review https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/smug-owls-review/
Play Person Do Thing online: https://persondothing.com/

(00:47:13) The Game Room - Pizza Roles
Pick up Pizza Roles from Pet Roc Games https://petrocgames.com/products/pizza-roles
Or grab the Print and Play and make your own copy for only $3 https://petrocgames.com/products/pizza-roles-print-and-play-version
Learn more about Pet Roc Games https://petrocgames.com/pages/about

(00:55:00) The Game Room - The Vibe
Tell your FLGS to order the Vibe by going here: https://www.thevibegame.com/buy
How to play The Vibe: https://www.thevibegame.com/how-to-play
Check out uloomi’s website: https://www.uloomi.com/
Learn more about Our Secret Society https://www.oursecretsociety.com/

(01:02:14) Closing the Doors

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Playing Librarian Jun 07, 2026

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This episode we share tips on building a game collection that will appeal to a wide range of players, share what we’ve been playing lately and review two games on opposite ends of the spectrum, the meaty Vienna and the super quick 5 Minute Dungeon.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 303 was recorded on June 4th, 2026. Episodes are usually recorded live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep303/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

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(00:05:06) Ask the Bellhop
(00:43:21) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(01:05:28) The Game Room - Vienna
Pick Up Vienna Classic at Noble Knight: https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2148095705/?awid=1091
Check out all of the City Collection games on BGG: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgamefamily/71480/series-stefan-feld-city-collection

(01:32:25) The Game Room - 5 Minute Dungeon
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Grab the Curses! Foiled Again Expansion for 5-Minute Dungeon: https://amzn.to/3RN9RNq
Check out the Wiggles 3D Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/4eo4BIF
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(01:49:15) Closing the Doors

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Tag Team May 24, 2026

Show notes

We share our favourite team-based board games, Deanna and Moe share the games they played at the Spring Northern Board Gaming Retreat put on by Changeling Gaming at Springwood Cottage Resort, and we review both Rowdy Partners and Tag Team.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 301 was recorded on May 20th, 2026. Episodes are usually recorded live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/302

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:15) Checking In

(00:02:22) Announcements

(00:03:25) Ask The Bellhop - Our favourite team based games

(00:22:01) The Bellhop's Tabletop - What We’ve Been Playing

(01:12:05) The Game Room - Rowdy Partners
Pick Up Rowdy Partners on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4f4Wamr
Visit the Capstone Games Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/4ut6LfR
Check out our other Capstone Games content on the blog: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=Capstone

(01:31:33) The Game Room - Tag Team
Pick up Tag Team on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PnLXHs
Visit the Scorpion Masque Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4wHRJEB
We’ve got a ton of two-player only game content on the blog: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=two%20player

(01:44:38) Closing the Doors

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Apples and Oranges May 17, 2026

Show notes

Tonight we’re talking about how to compare games that are similar and pick a favorite.

As well, we’ve got reviews of Ham Helsing and First Class Mail along with plenty of talk about the games we’ve played lately including first thoughts on Flamecraft Duals, more plays of 3 Witches, and more, even including some digital game plays.

Note: Moe’s audio gets significantly better after the intro segment. We are still experimenting with our new mics.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 301 was recorded on May 12th 29th, 2026. Episodes are recorded live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep301/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:15) Checking in

(00:02:21) Announcements
Our 300th episode giveaway is live!
Head to https://tabletopbellhop.com/giveaway to enter!

(00:02:59) Ask The Bellhop

(00:20:46) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(00:58:34) The Game Room - Ham Helsing
Pick Up Ham Helsing on Amazon https://amzn.to/4tCiozZ
Check out the Ham Helsing Graphic Novel https://amzn.to/49Finnp
Check out our Castle Panic Big Box Review https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/castle-panic-big-box-review/

(01:20:56) The Game Room - First Class Letters
Pick up First Class Letters https://amzn.to/42wirlO
Check out all of our word game content (there’s a lot) https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=word
Check out the GameHead website to see what else they have to offer: https://gamehead.com/

(01:30:58) Closing the Doors

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We're Still Playing May 10, 2026

Show notes

A special episode of The Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast where we celebrate the fact this is our three hundredth episode!

Celebrations include talking about the games we keep coming back to again and again, revisiting our most popular reviews, and the launch of our biggest giveaway ever!

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 300 was recorded on May 6th 29th, 2026. We usually try to record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at [https://tabletopbellhop.com/300(https://tabletopbellhop.com/300)

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:15) Checking In
(00:02:27) Ask the Bellhop - 50 Games we come back to again and again
(00:52:46) Giveaway - Ends June 1, 2026
Enter here: https://tabletopbellhop.com/giveaway
(00:59:47) The Game Room: Reviewing our Most Popular Reviews (01:20:38) Closing the Doors

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Special thanks to the publishers sponsoring our giveaway:
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Capstone Games https://capstone-games.com/
Eagle-Gryphon Games https://www.eagle-gryphon.com/
Envy Born Games https://envyborngames.com/
Escape Mail https://www.theescapemail.com/
Fireside Games https://firesidegames.com/
Floodgate Games https://floodgate.games/
Grand Gamers Guild https://grandgamersguild.com/
Grandpa Beck’s Games https://www.grandpabecksgames.com/
Inside Up Games https://insideupgames.com/
Kids Table Board Gaming/Burnt Island Games https://www.kidstablebg.com/
KOSMOS https://www.thamesandkosmos.com/
Outset Media Games https://outsetmedia.com/
Play to Z https://www.playtozgames.com/
Smirk & Dagger Games https://www.smirkanddagger.com/
UP Games https://www.uncommonspublishing.com/
Wise Wizard Games https://www.wisewizardgames.com/

Pure and Simple May 03, 2026

Show notes

We’re keeping it simple, answering a question from someone who’s looking for some super simple board game suggestions.

In addition to easy game recommendations, we will be sharing what we’ve been playing lately, including our first play of Pizza Roles, more thoughts on Sanctuary, and more.

We wrap up with reviews of the rather simple Massive-Verse Fighting Card Game Starter Pack, and deep dive the Sagrada Remastered Edition to let you know what’s changed in this new second edition of the classic dice drafting game.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 299 was recorded on April 29th, 2026. We usually try to record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/299

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:15) Checking In
(00:02:35) Announcements
(00:04:13) Ask the Bellhop
(00:39:19) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(01:04:11) The Game Room - The Massive-Verse Fighting Card Game Starter Pack
Pick up the Massive-Verse Starter Pack for $5: https://store.solisgamestudio.com/products/the-massive-verse-starter-pack?ref=tabletopbellhop
Check out the Full Massive-Verse Line: https://store.solisgamestudio.com/collections/massive-verse?ref=tabletopbellhop
Shop other Solis Game Studios games: https://store.solisgamestudio.com/?ref=tabletopbellhop

(01:20:02) The Game Room - Sagrada Remastered
Pick up Sagrada Remastered on Amazon: https://amzn.to/425OmJC
Pick up Sagrada Panorama on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4w3MFKh
Check out the Floodgate Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/4n2TlnY
(01:33:49) End of Shift

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Show Some Respect Apr 26, 2026

Show notes

In addition to answering a question about a pretty common game night problem we will be sharing first thoughts on 3 Witches, Cats Vs Cucumbers, Flora Funga and more.

We’ve also got two reviews, of Whoa There Cowboy from grandpa Beck’s games, and a gateway economic game no one should be scared of, Stalk Exchange from The Op.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 298 was recorded on April 22nd, 2026. We usually try to record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/298

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) CHECK-IN

(00:02:19) Ask the Bellhop
Send your questions to questions@tabletopbellhop.com

(00:33:55) The Bellhop’s Tabletop

(01:10:04) The Game Room - Whoa There Cowboy

(01:23:13) The Game Room - Stalk Exchange

(01:36:49) Closing the Doors

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Break out the Games Apr 19, 2026

Show notes

We share all the great new to us games we’ve played since getting back from GAMA Expo including some awesome experiences at Breakout Con in Toronto.

We finish off with two reviews, one older game and one brand new one that just hit shelves. The new game is Goats & Goblins from B.A. Games, and the older one is The Bears and The Bees from Grandpa Beck’s Games

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 297 was recorded on April 15th, 2026. Episodes are recorded live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/297

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:02:46) Announcements
https://tabletopbellhop.com/local/
(00:04:25) Ask the Bellhop

(01:02:15) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(01:33:58) The Game Room - Goats & Goblins
Pick Up Goats & Goblins direct from B.A. Games, https://bagamesco.com/goats-and-goblins/
Check out what else B.A. Games has to offer: https://bagamesco.com/
Other push your luck game content we’ve published: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=push%20your%20luck

(01:48:26) The Game Room - The Bears and the Bees
Pick up The Bears & The Bees direct from Grandpa Beck’s Games and use BELLHOP to save 15% https://www.grandpabecksgames.com/products/the-bears-and-the-bees?sca_ref=9131133.6jeLXLbaBX

Check out the Beck family's other games: https://www.grandpabecksgames.com/?sca_ref=9131133.6jeLXLbaBXC

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GAMArama Mar 15, 2026

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A special all GAMA Expo episode where we talk about our experiences in the Tabletop Industries biggest trade show.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 296 was recorded on March 11th, 2026. Episodes are recorded live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep296/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) Checking in
(00:01:46) Learning at GAMA Expo
(00:18:05) Media First Look
(00:41:30) Horizons Fellowship
(00:54:56) The Exhibit Hall
(01:34:39) Game Nights
(02:09:54) Other Highlights
(02:25:57) Closing the Doors

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Caught Red Handed Feb 15, 2026

Show notes

This episode we have a discussion about cheating at the game table and what you can do if you think someone is cheating. We also share first thoughts on Robotech Reconstruction from Strange Machine Games and Cats Knocking Things off Ledges from The Op, and wrap up with two featured reviews: Castle Raisers from Wonderful World Board Games, and Tesseract from Smirk and Dagger Games.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 295 was recorded on February 11th, 2026. Episodes are usually recorded Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep295/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) Checking In

(00:02:17) Announcements
GAMA Expo https://www.gama.org/page/gama-expo
BreakoutCon https://breakoutcon.com/
Upcoming Windsor Events https://tabletopbellhop.com/local/

(00:03:26) Ask The Bellhop - Cheaters at the Table

(00:33:06) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(00:47:11) The Game Room - Castle Raisers
Pick up the WWBG version of Castle Raisers on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4rPzZ6X
Grab the Revised Castle Raisers Rulebook on BGG https://boardgamegeek.com/filepage/307619/castle-raisers-revised-rulebook
Check out our Lone Wolves review on Tabletop For Two, Tabletop Bellhop Ep 276 https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep276/

(01:10:11) The Game Room - Tesseract
Pick up Tesseract on Amazon: https://amzn.to/46O11TU
Visit the Smirk & Dagger Amazon store: https://amzn.to/4rOPY5a
Check out our other Smirk & Dagger content: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=smirk

(01:27:26) Closing the Doors

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