Table Talk
CovenantA weekly discussion about the evolution of the tabletop gaming industry, from the perspective of Steven and Zach—two long-time friends who started playing games together as kids in the '90s and then founded Covenant in 2007. They provide a uniquely well-informed, candid, and holistic perspective shaped by decades of industry experience. Formerly called "The Covenant Cast"
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 256 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesHobbiesLeisure | |||
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I love these guys great content!!
Apple Podcasts5tedbaland
United States6 months ago - They get it
It’s great listening to a podcast created by folks who get it and obviously have a great ability to chat with each other. Truly a gem
Apple Podcasts5draight1337United States3 years ago - They get it
It’s great listening to a podcast created by folks who get it and obviously have a great ability to chat with each other. Truly a gem
Apple Podcasts5draight1337United States5 years ago - Awesome and insightful
These folks are top-notch content creators and incredible service providers. They are constantly striving to innovate and serve customers better and they support so many great games with tireless enthusiasm.
Apple Podcasts5c_j_cd
Canada5 years ago - Best Experience
Not every movie is a masterpiece, but the team is great.
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Apple Podcasts | #182 | United States/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #171 |  Australia/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #61 |  Sweden/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #87 |  Russia/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #107 |  New Zealand/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #109 |  Hong Kong/Leisure/Games |
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What is Table Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A deep dive into tabletop gaming ecosystems, retail dynamics, and community-building. Episodes frequently center on local game stores, indie publishers, distribution shifts, and how to foster sustainable communities around niche games. The hosts blend practical, real-world experiences with industry analysis, often discussing crowdfunding, fulfillment, and the interplay between creators, retailers, and players. Noteworthy are candid debates about distribution models, live event dynamics, and the ethics of marketing in a hobby space that mixes passion with business. The show seems especially valuable for store owners, publishers, and retailers seeking actionable insights and a grounded view of the modern tabletop landscape.
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1. Earthborne Games Podcast
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5. Board Game Barrage
How many episodes of Table Talk are there?
Table Talk launched 10 years ago and published 256 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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2. Erik Olofsson
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