Table Talk

By CovenantLeisure Games Hobbies

Table Talk episodes

August 09, 2019 104: Gen Con 2019
After an extremely busy weekend in Indianapolis, we're back with a full assessment of Gen Con 2019 - including Unmatched, Defiance, Marvel Champions, and Crisis Protocol - as well as Teburu and Stonemaier stealing thunder with Tapestry! Visit our website: https://teamcovenant.com
1 hr 29 min
July 26, 2019 103: We're Back, and Gen Con Approaches
After two months, The Covenant Cast returns with greater clarity and an audio-focused approach. Join hosts Zach and Steven as they discuss the relaunch, their time with Power Rangers and Pokemon, the lead up to Gen Con, and a looming digital horizon at the doorstep of CMON.
1 hr 8 min
May 30, 2019 We're taking a break!
There will not be a new episode of the Covenant Cast this week, and we've paused production for a bit while we focus fully on a number of other initiatives that need our attention. We hope to be back soon!
1 min
May 24, 2019 Ep 102: A Transparent Look at Publishing and Retail w/ Jamey Stegmaier
We are excited to be joined by Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games on episode 102 of the Covenant Cast, and talking about transparency in tabletop game publishing and retail. Plus discussions about Wingspan and it's expansions, Scythe's impact, and a few upcoming games!
1 hr 4 min
May 17, 2019 Ep. 101: Savagery, Triumph or Trounce?
Prompted by a simple question, Zach and Steven dive back into Warhammer: Champions to decide if it's still fun to play. After several rounds of draft, they are ready to answer and cover the latest news from PlayFusion including the recent cash tournament changes. Also, Zach finishes his Star Wars fan edit!
56 min
May 10, 2019 Ep. 100: The Next Ten Years
On the monumental 100th episode, Zach and Steven contemplate the next 10 years of Covenant, ask the tough questions about our industry, and unpack the latest ripples made by Stonemaier - including Wingspan pre-orders. Thank you for supporting the cast through its first 100 episodes, and we hope to have you listening for hundreds more!

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1 hr 10 min
May 03, 2019 Ep. 99: Allocation and Age of Ascension
Zach and Steven close out the recent industry-focused push with a discussion about allocation and the tabletop supply chain, using the second set of KeyForge as a real world example of its impact.

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1 hr 7 min
April 26, 2019 Ep. 98: Breaking Stereotypes
This week, on episode 98 of the Covenant Cast, Zach and Steven discuss changes to our local membership model and how we are continuing to support a more casual environment. Plus upcoming events, Gold Squadron Podcast, and breaking down the "boardgamer cliche".

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You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more about our business at: teamcovenant.com/about
1 hr 10 min
April 19, 2019 Ep. 97: Star Wars Celebration and the Rise of Reylo
Zach is back from Star Wars Celebration and Steven wants to hear all about it. Star Wars: Destiny gets ReyLo and Spark of Hope. X-wing announces Epic gameplay and huge ships. Plus Star Wars Episode 9, The Rise of Skywalker, teaser talk and The Mandalorian aspirations!

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You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more about our business at: teamcovenant.com/about
1 hr 2 min
April 12, 2019 Ep. 96: Tales from Adepticon and Star Wars: Outer Rim
Zach and Steven share their adventures of Adepticon 2019 and thoughts from playing Star Wars: Outer Rim!

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You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more about our business at: teamcovenant.com/about
1 hr 18 min

About Table Talk

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A 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.