Stories from GAMA Expo 2025

Stories from GAMA Expo 2025

Author: Tabletop Bellhop March 18, 2025 Duration: 3:06:09

This special episode is all about GAMA Expo 2025. We start by sharing some stories from this tabletop industry trade show and follow that up with talk about some of the awesome new games we saw.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 267, was recorded on March 12th, 2025.
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For detailed show notes with links to everything we talk about in this episode: https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep267/

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(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:01:50) Ask The Bellhop
Our previous GAMA Expo coverage:
GAMA Expo 2024 Recap: Who should go to GAMA Expo https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep236/
Games of GAMA Expo: What we played at GAMA Expo 2024 https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep235/
Board Game Hype for GAMA Expo 2025 https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep266/

What is GAMA, and GAMA Expo?
Join or learn more about GAMA: https://www.gama.org/
The GAMA Expo homepage: https://www.gama.org/page/gama-expo

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(01:19:51) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(03:04:12) 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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