The Game Table Podcast

Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder

Here at The Game Table Podcast, we explore a wide variety of tabletop games, including board games, card games, role-playing games, and more. We give you a brief overview of each game, explain the basics of how to play, and share our opinions to help you decide if it’s a good fit for your gaming table. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a tabletop game enthusiast, we’re here to help guide you through the exciting world of tabletop gaming.

  1. Castle Combo – A Two Top Review

    3D AGO

    Castle Combo – A Two Top Review

    Jared and Anna sit down at the Two Top Table to discuss the clever yet simplistic card drafting, tableau building game, Castle Combo, published by Pandasaurus Games. Links for Castle Combo Interested in purchasing? Get Castle Combo Note: We might receive compensation for purchases through our Amazon link. Publisher: Pandasaurus Games Designer: Grégory Grard, Mathieu Roussel Artists: Stéphane Escapa BGG Game Link How to Play: Meeple University Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    23 min
  2. Small Box Games Reviews – A Featured Table Review

    MAR 25

    Small Box Games Reviews – A Featured Table Review

    Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss some small box games. Farm Hand Publisher: Grail Games Designer: Craig E. Somerton Artist: Samuel Bouvant Scream! Publisher: Bezier Games Designer: Ted Alspach Artist: Ted Alspach, Felipe Poveda Barbecubes Publisher: Alley Cat Games Designer: Brett J Gilbert, Rob Sparks Artist: Rory Muldoon Otter Publisher: Charming Games Collective Designer: Dylan Cole Artist: Lailamon Capybara Crush Publisher: Charming Games Collective Designer: Dylan Cole Artist: Andrei Ebreo Hissy Fit Publisher: Stone Age Distractions Designer: Levi Robertson, Chris Stone (II) Artist: Suchada Boonsong License to Krill Publisher: MaKa Games, LLC Designer: Matthew Kambic Artist: Dit Kaweekijrapee Fliptoons Publisher: Thunderworks Games Designer: Jordy Adan, Renato Simões Artist: Diego Sá Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    44 min
  3. Dodos Riding Dinos – A Kid’s Table Review

    MAR 19

    Dodos Riding Dinos – A Kid’s Table Review

    Jared and Faith discuss the chaotic "Mario Kart" style racing game Dodos Riding Dinos co-published by Draco Studios and Detestable Games. Links for Dodos Riding Dinos Interested in purchasing? Get Dodos Riding Dinos Publisher: Draco Studios and Detestable Games Designer: Rubén Hernández Artists: Ivan Escalante BGG Game Link How to Play: The Test Table Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    26 min
  4. Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – A Featured Table Review

    MAR 11

    Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – A Featured Table Review

    Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss the newest co-op mode in the very popular Unmatched Series: Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles published by Restoration Games. Links for Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Publisher: Restoration Games Designer: Noah Cohen, Rob Daviau, Jason Hager, Justin D. Jacobson, Jason Kemppainen, Brian Neff, Darren Reckner Artists: Oliver Barrett, Mihajlo Dimitrievski, Kevin Eastman, Kwanchai Moriya, Yuta Onoda, Brian Patterson, Heather Vaughan BGG Game Link Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    51 min
  5. Re;Act: The Arts of War – A Featured Table Review

    MAR 5

    Re;Act: The Arts of War – A Featured Table Review

    Jared and Anna sit down at the Two Top Table to react to the 1v1 Magic & Yu-Gi-Oh inspired card and grid battler Re;Act: The Arts of War, published by Brother Ming Games. Links for Re;Act: The Arts of War Interested in purchasing? Get Re;Act: The Arts of War Note: We might receive compensation for purchases through our Amazon link. Publisher: Brother Ming Games Designer: Chris Lin, MingYang Lu, Eric Zeringue Artists: loxtix, Ian Olympia BGG Game Link How to Play: Meeple University Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    52 min
  6. TEND – A Featured Table Review

    FEB 25

    TEND – A Featured Table Review

    Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss the massive Flip n Write exploration farming game, TEND, from IV Studios Links for TEND Publisher: IV Studios Designer: Max Anderson, Zac Dixon, Austin Harrison, Toby Sarnelle Artists: Kelly Nakamura BGG Game Link How to Play: IV Studios Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    1h 1m
  7. Loom – A Game Table Podcast Review

    FEB 18

    Loom – A Game Table Podcast Review

    Jared, Faith, and Anna of the Game Table Podcast review the tile laying (yes Anna, they are tiles!) weaving game LOOM, published by Moon Saga Workshop and currently on Kickstarter. Note: Moon Saga Workshop was kind enough to provide us with a review copy of this game. Our intention is to review each game fairly and honestly whether we purchase a game or are given a game for review. Links for Loom Interested in purchasing? Back Loom. Publisher: Moon Saga Workshop Designer: Jason Harris Artists: Ammon Anderson BGG Game Link How to Play: Merry Married Meeples Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    25 min
  8. TantrumCon Review 2026

    FEB 16

    TantrumCon Review 2026

    Anna, Faith, Joy, Hope, and Jared have returned from Charlotte, NC where they spent 4 days gaming at TantrumCon! They give their thoughts on their first time at the convention and the kids thoughts on their first gaming convention ever. If you don't know what TantrumCon is, its a 4 day convention centered around tabletop gaming, whether that be board games, card games, and role playing games. If you are looking for a good midsize convention as a hardcore gamer or a family of gamers looking for their first convention, we hope this review gives you some insight to see if this one is a good fit for you! 2026 TantrumCon Review: Tantrum House Youtube Channel Tantrum House Website TantrumCon Website Games Mentioned: Dragon Tricks by Good Idea Games Hot Streak by CMYK Fountains by The OP Hasty Baker by GoChuckle Echidna Shuffle by Wattsalpoag Rummy Gummies by SRG Universe Terra Del Mar by Good Idea Games Blazing Thru the Appalachian Trail by Sunboard Games Estate: Raising the Realm by Grod Games 12 Rivers by Good Games Publishing Brick Like This by Dotted Games People/Groups Mentioned: Love Thy Nerd Links for The Game Table Podcast 'How to Play' Music Background: Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient Artist: Lexin_Music - Aleksey Chistilin Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast? Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online! Follow us on Instagram Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ Check us out on Boardgamegeek Jared on BGG Ian on BGG Overview of The Game Table Podcast The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table. Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it's a family-friendly game like "Once Upon a Castle" or a more strategic title like "Apiary," we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

    33 min

Ratings & Reviews

4.7
out of 5
15 Ratings

About

Here at The Game Table Podcast, we explore a wide variety of tabletop games, including board games, card games, role-playing games, and more. We give you a brief overview of each game, explain the basics of how to play, and share our opinions to help you decide if it’s a good fit for your gaming table. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a tabletop game enthusiast, we’re here to help guide you through the exciting world of tabletop gaming.

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