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We're your hosts, Emerson & Emily, a husband and wife team who believe victory points are a love language and every game table needs its own sausage dog tie-breaker. Here, we share reviews, hot takes, game night stories, & the ups and downs of life around the board game table.

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The Royal Dachshund Crew

Emily is your laid-back, live-in-the-moment gamer who somehow pulls off surprise wins even when she claims she’s “just here for the art.” If a game has shiny bits, sparkly pieces, or gorgeous components, she’s already grabbing a seat at the table. She keeps the vibes high, the laughs easy, and most importantly, the snacks flowing.

Emerson is a retired athlete with a competitive heart and the strategic mind of someone who definitely thinks three turns ahead. Board games give him a seat where he feels safe, confident, and connected. He’s always happy to walk someone through their next turn if they’re stumped, and he loves building community— both online and at the table. Emerson is determined to help create the cozy, laughter-filled game nights he would have loved as a kid.

Together, they make the perfect balance of chaos and order…all under the watchful (and occasionally loud) supervision of their dachshund Bean, who is absolutely certain he’s the star of the show.

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Table-talk

Whether you’re brand new to board games or already building your dream collection, we’re here to help you explore what makes this hobby so special. From gateway games and modern classics to hidden gems and hot releases, we talk about the titles that bring people together and the mechanisms that keep us playing.

Our episodes mix honest conversations, easygoing humor, and a genuine love for the community… plus occasional commentary from our dachshund Bean, who insists on being part of the conversation. If you’re looking for a podcast that celebrates great games, sparks curiosity, and feels like hanging out with friends on game night— this is the one to hit play on.

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Welcome to the first episode of RDG Tabletalk! You might know us from Instagram as Royal Dachshund Games, but now we’re taking our love of board gaming beyond the grid and into your earbuds. In this debut episode, we chat about how we got into the hobby, the board game that started our obsession, and why this space means so much to us.

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