This episode we answer questions from our chatroom live, including talk about obscure games, if we’ve ever intentionally destroyed a game, how long we’ve been hosting local events, joining another channel, games we lose often, and more.

We also share what we’ve been playing and do full reviews of Codenames Duet Second Edition from CGE and Please Don’t Burn My Village from Fireside Games.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 289, was recorded on November 12th, 2025. 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/podcast/ep289/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00 ) CHECK-IN

(00:02:30 ) Announcements

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(00:04:09 ) Ask the Bellhop

(01:00:22 ) The Bellhop’s Tabletop

(01:15:40 ) The Game Room - Review of Codenames Duet Second Edition

Pick up the new edition: https://amzn.to/4o35b09

Check out the CGE Amazon store: https://amzn.to/4ikQrIZ

Check out our original Codenames Duet Review
On the blog https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/codenames-duet/

On YouTube: https://youtu.be/qMqoTztp61M?si=ZzX6Y46o0FURf4vC

(01:27:28 ) The Game Room - Review of Please Don’t Burn My Village!

Pick up Please Don’t Burn My Village! https://amzn.to/4oGiQv8

Visit the Fireside Games Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3XwTl3q

Check out our other Fireside Games content: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=fireside

(01:37:27 ) Closing the Doors

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