Ridiculous Games

Ridiculous Games

Author: Tabletop Bellhop May 20, 2025 Duration: 1:39:51
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast
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Tonight we’re going a bit wacky and talking about some of the most ridiculous games we’ve played. To go along with this we have three rather unique games to review tonight: Trash Talk, Words of a Feather, and Pusheen the Stacking Game. As usual we will also be talking about our recent game plays which include our first thoughts on Reign of Dragoness.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 274, was recorded on May 14th, 2025.
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(00:00:00) Checking In

(00:01:24) Announcements
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(00:03:20) Ask the Bellhop

(00:58:56) Insert Sponsor Here
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(00:59:28) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(01:06:25) The Game Room - Trash Talk
Pick up a Copy of Trash Talk on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3EZUdZ3
Check out our Fantastic Factories review, also from Friendly Skeleton https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/fantastic-factories/
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(01:15:40) The Game Room - Words of a Feather
Pick up Words of a Feather Deluxe or Regular from Grand Gamers Guild and use BELLHOP to save 10% (until the end of May): https://grandgamersguild.com/products/words-of-a-feather
You can also get both versions on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mjoAKN
Other Word Games on the Blog: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=word%20game

(01:29:14) The Game Room - Pusheen: The Stacking Game
Get Pusheen: The Stacking Game on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4kof07g
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(01:38:00) 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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