Looking for a Group, Finding people to play board games with

Looking for a Group, Finding people to play board games with

Author: Tabletop Bellhop August 9, 2026 Duration: 1:16:17

We answer questions from folks looking to find other people to play games with, including organising game groups, dealing with anxiety, and age gaps.

We share first thoughts on Terminus and get FlipToons to the table and wrap up with three game reviews: Crabs in a Bucket, Our Secret Society, and The Ticket Booth

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/310

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(00:00:00) CHECK-IN
(00:02:19) Announcements
(00:03:07) Ask The Bellhop
(00:29:00) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(00:42:19) The Game Room - Crabs in a Bucket
Pick up Crabs in a Bucket direct from Blue Rondo Games: https://shop.bluerondogames.com/products/crabs-in-a-bucket-1
Check out the Shrimpocalypse expansion: https://shop.bluerondogames.com/products/crabs-in-a-bucket-shrimpocalypse
Get both, with a playmat in a bundle: https://shop.bluerondogames.com/products/super-bundle-base-game-shrimpocalypse-collectors-box-play-mat

(00:56:03) The Game Room - Our Secret Society
Pick up Our Secret Society direct from uloomi: https://www.uloomi.com/games/our-secret-society
Check out our review of uloomi’s other game The Vibe: https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep304/
Pick up a copy of The Vibe: https://www.uloomi.com/games/the-vibe

(01:04:13) The Game Room - The Ticket Booth
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Pick up The Ticket Booth: https://www.grandpabecksgames.com/products/the-ticket-booth?sca_ref=9131133.6jeLXLbaBX
Check out their other games: https://www.grandpabecksgames.com/collections/all?sca_ref=9131133.6jeLXLbaBX
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(01:14:34) 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.
Author: Language: en-ca Episodes: 50

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