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Getting Carded

Getting Carded

Author: Tabletop Bellhop June 14, 2026 Duration: 1:04:20
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast
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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/

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(00:00:00) Checking In

(00:02:36) Announcements
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The first five folk to do so get it FREE, everyone else gets a 20% rebate. Ends June 22nd

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(00:04:16) Ask The Bellhop

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

(00:37:44) The Game Room - Person Do Thing
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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
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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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Ever find yourself staring at your shelf of board games, wondering which one would actually work for your particular group this weekend? Or perhaps you’ve just unboxed a new game and feel a bit lost in the rulebook. That’s the space where the Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast lives. Hosted by the folks at Tabletop Bellhop, this show is like having a knowledgeable friend on call to help navigate the vast world of tabletop gaming. Each episode dives into practical advice and genuine conversations aimed at making your game nights smoother and more fun. You’ll hear detailed reviews of specific games, discussions on common gaming hurdles, and tips for everything from teaching rules to managing player dynamics. While the focus is firmly on board games, the occasional role-playing game conversation slips in, reflecting the full spectrum of tabletop hobbies. The tone is welcoming and down-to-earth, avoiding insider jargon in favour of clear, useful insights. It’s a resource built on the idea that the best games are the ones that actually get played, and that a great experience is about more than just the components in the box. Tune in for a podcast that feels like a direct consultation with your own cardboard concierge, dedicated to answering the real questions that pop up around the gaming table.
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