Table Hops - Pairing Beer and Board Games

The heroes meet with Tavis in Caer-Konig and discover a duergar outpost. Watch live Dungeons & Dragons episodes on twitch.tv/tablehops every Wednesday at 7pm EST!

Anirissa confronts Valtraya about her strange behavior. The heroes bring the strange artifact they found back to Bryn Shander. Watch live Dungeons & Dragons episodes on twitch.tv/tablehops every Wednesday at 7pm EST!

Cris and Stephen talk about some of their current favorite beers from Great Lakes Brewing, and Adroit Theory brewing, as well as games Keymaster and Cannonball Arcade

The heroes investigate a mysterious cabin in the woods. Watch live Dungeons & Dragons episodes on twitch.tv/tablehops every Wednesday at 7pm EST!

The heroes are tasked by Speaker Masthew in Termalaine with clearing the nearby gem mine of monsters. Watch live Dungeons & Dragons episodes on twitch.tv/tablehops every Wednesday at 7pm EST!

The heroes confront Sephek Kaltro in Termalaine and mount a rescue of Garret Verlyn's lost expedition to Kevlin's Cairn. Watch live episodes on twitch.tv/tablehops every Wednesday at 7pm EST!

The heroes help Clan Battlehammer recover iron ingots from a group of goblins. Making it to Targos, they learn of another yeti attack near Kelvin's Cairn. Toro has tracked Stephek Kaltro to Termalaine. Be sure to check our live actual play D&D sessions every Wednesday at 7pm EST on twitch.tv/tablehops

In this episode, we discuss some the re-release of Heroquest as well as our favorite Halloween brews and games! Catch us live on twitch.tv/tablehops every Wednesday-Friday at 7pm EST!

Welcome to our new D&D Campaign! Nahtel, Valtraya, and Anirissa meet up with new heroes Button, Myrnix, Toro, and Thyra. They are tasked by Nahtel's cousin, Tavis, to investigate a series of murders. Be sure to check our live actual play D&D sessions every Wednesday at 7pm EST on twitch.tv/tablehops

The exciting finale to our Waterdeep Dragon Heist campaign! You can catch us live on twitch.tv/tablehops, Wednesdays at 7pm EST. Thanks for your support!

The heroes bid a heartfelt farewell to fallen comrades as they chase down Mirklav the necromancer. Will the heroes finally acquire the Stone of Golorr? Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST.

The heroes make their way once again into the sewers searching for the necromancer Mirklav. It turns out they got more than they bargained for as the mage decimates them with fireball spells! Is this a TPK? Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST.

In this episode, Stephen and Cris talk about new 5e modules coming out including Hellboy and Dungeons and Doggos, Amazon drones and Kickstarter delays. Be sure to catch us Wednesday to Friday at 7pm EST on twitch.tv/tablehops!

Our heroes continue their search for the Stone of Galorr which leads them to the City of the Dead as well as a converted Windmill. Afterwards, Nahtel is faced with a moral dilemma when her loyalties are tested between the Emerald Enclave and her friends. Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST.

The heroes track down Grinda Garloth and go on an underwater adventure in her submersible! The also head back to the House of Inspired Hands to give Nim the bad news about his creation. Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST.

The heroes' fulfill their commitment to the Emerald Enclave and manage to track down Nim's construct! Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST.

The heroes' investigation into Nim's construct leads them to Gralhund Villa where they discover the Black Network is holding the place hostage! Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST

On this episode, we interview the creators of the Night Cage, a horror themed tile placement game, which just finished a successful Kickstarter campaign! Join Cris and Stephen with special guests Chris Chan, Chris McMahon, and Rosswell Saunders as they discuss their new game. Be sure to check out the Late Pledge! Join us weekly Wednesday to Friday 7pm EST on Twitch!

A fireball explodes right outside of the heroes manor! Investigations lead the group to the Temple of Gond where they discover a nimblewright construct may be the culprit....  Catch our D&D games live on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops) , Wednesdays at 7pm EST

It's formal night in Waterdeep as the heroes make their ways to the opera but Sneezewort isn't having any of it! After meeting Yagra at the Great Drunkard, the heroes find themselves mixed up in the dealings of the Black Network! Catch our D&D games live on Twitch, Wednesdays at 7pm EST

In our 4th episode, the heroes manage to drive away the evil that haunted their new home, Trollskull Manor! After, the heroes are approached by various interested organizations to hire their services. Who will they choose? Catch our D&D games live on Twitch, Wednesdays at 7pm EST

In our 3rd episode, the heroes save Floon Blagmar from the Xanathar guild hideout in the sewers and in return, Volo gives them a mansion! When they arrive, it turns out they might not be the only ones in their new home... Catch our D&D games live on Twitch, Wednesdays at 7pm EST

Our second episode following the adventures of Two Napkins Juicy! The heroes break into a hideout of the Black Network where they find a captive but unfortunately not the one they were tasked with finding. Clues lead them to investigate the Xanathar's guild. Catch our D&D games live on Twitch, Wednesdays at 7pm EST

Our first episode of Waterdeep: Dragon Heist following the adventure of Two Napkins Juicy! The heroes get in a bar brawl and are hired by none other than Volothamp Geddarm to investigate a missing friend. Catch our D&D games live on Twitch, Wednesdays at 7pm EST

It's our 50th episode! Stephen and Cris take a ride down memory lane in our 50th episode and 2nd year anniversary! Thanks so much for all your support! We would love your feedback and comments of what content you would like to see as we start our 3rd year! We stream on Twitch T-F at 7pm EST!  Check out our YouTube Videos!

Stephen recounts his Drizl order (spoiler: it didn't go well) and Cris discusses his experience with Renegade Games' first virtual convention! We discuss beers from Reaver Beach and O'Connors brewing companies as well as games including Warp's Edge, Space Battle Lunchtime, Outbreak Undead, Kids on Bikes, and Overlight! Be sure to check us out on Twitch!

In this episode, we discuss beers from Alpine and Midnight Brewing, and games including Civilization 6 and the newly announced Warhammer 40k 9th edition! Stephen also walks us through the different types of 3D printing and talks about his newly ordered airbrush! Be sure to check out our RPG night on Friday, June 5th at twitch.tv/tablehops!

In this episode, we discuss virtual get-togethers that are substituting for our regular summer festivals this year. Although we'd all prefer these were in person, these virtual offerings have some pretty cool content! We mention Renegade Con,  Untappd Virtual Beer Festival, and Gencon Online! Be sure to check us out on Twitch for our Friday Game Nights as well as our second RPG Night on June 5th! Renegade Con (June 5-7): https://www.renegadegamestudios.com/renconhome Untappd Virtual Beer Festival (June 13-14): https://untappd.com/festival/virtual Gencon Online (July 30-August 2): https://www.gencon.com/online

In this episode, we discuss the All Together beer contribution from O'Connors brewing, price hikes in board games, a virtual convention from Renegade Games, things we are backing on Kickstarter, a Trophy RPG writing contest, and our upcoming RPG night on Twitch (twitch.tv/tablehops)! Show Links: Renegade Con Virtual: https://www.renegadegamestudios.com/renconhome Skulk Hollow Maul Peak: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/292490/maul-peak BranColonia KS: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/acherongames/brancalonia-the-spaghetti-fantasy-rpg Hel KS: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1162110258/hel-the-last-saga/ Trophy Writing Contest: https://www.gauntlet-rpg.com/trophy-writing-contest.html

In this episode, we discuss beers we've had from Wasserhund, Smartmouth, and Benchtop as well as games we've played including Chick-a-Pig and Relic Blade! Be sure to check us out on our Twitch channel at twitch.tv/tablehops! You can find our latest schedule and contact information at tablehops.beer!

In this episode, we discuss the #AllTogetherBeer movement started by Other Half Brewing Co. out of Brooklyn, NY to raise money for the workers in the hospitality industry. We have about half a dozen breweries in our area participating including Benchtop, Oozelfinch, Bold Mariner, and O'Connors brewing companies in Hampton Roads,  as well as The Virginia Beer Company in Williamsburg, and the Veil in Richmond. Do you have breweries participating in your areas? Be sure to catch us live on twitch.tv/tablehops every Tuesday at 7pmEST!

In our second live podcast we discuss beers from Firestone Walker, Commonwealth, and O'Connors Brewing Companies! We also discuss games we've played including the resurgence of the Cosmic Cows puzzle game! Be sure to check out our live broadcasts on Tuesdays at 6pm EST at twitch.tv/tablehops! Do you like the new format? We would love your feedback! Send us a message on your social media platform of choice @tablehops!

In this giant episode, we talk about things that are small! Helping our local breweries by ordering curbside, discussing miniatures and painting, as well as our top 5 low ABV beers! Do you like this new format for the podcast? Do have questions for the show? Be sure to send us an email or message on social media as well as on Twitch at twitch.tv/tablehops

Stephen and Cris practice social distancing as they record their episode remotely and live! We take some of your questions on https://www.twitch.tv/tablehops and discuss ways to support your local breweries and play games online with your friends! Do you like this new format? We would love for your to take part in our Twitch chats! Be sure to check out our website for more details at www.tablehops.beer!

In this episode, we interview Gabriel Robinson, the writer, and creator of the Candlelight RPG which is rooted in the Trophy system! Gabriel discusses his successful Kickstarter campaign including his challenges, successes, collaborations, and stretch goals. Be sure to check out his work on Kickstarter, Itch.io, and Twitter! bit.ly/candlelight-rpg https://glowingroots.itch.io/ https://twitter.com/trollhands Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Want to take part in our monthly game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

Stephen gives Cris a history lesson! They also talk beer including selections from Commonwealth, Benchtop, and Vibrant Shores as well as games on Kickstarter including Candlelight by Gabriel Robinson and Trophy by The Gauntlet. Lots of conventions coming up like Board Games at the Beach by Cape Fear Games, Neptune Con by TAGS, as well as Origins and Gen Con. Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Want to take part in one of our game nights?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

In this episode, we discuss the Azul game trilogy by Asmodee Games! Somehow this turns into a discussion about bees, cooking, and hobbies? Well at least we have some good brews by Precarious Beer Project, Smartmouth Brewing, and Intermission Brewing! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Want to take part in our monthly game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

In this episode, Cris and Stephen recoup after the frantic holiday season! They discuss Triple Crossing and Adroit Theory breweries as well as Restoration Games and Fantasy Flight Games. Unfortunately, the new year comes with its own difficulties as companies face closings, mergers, layoffs, and competitions. What are your predictions for 2020? Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Want to take part in our monthly game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

In this episode, we discuss the success of our December Game Night and Food Drive, our holiday season including new games and beers we tried, and the difference between Iceland and North Dakota! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Want to take part in our monthly game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

Stephen recounts his adventures at PAX Unplugged! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great game suggestion we should feature at our monthly game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

Cris and Stephen recap after their big game day where they spend all day checking out new games! We discuss beers we have had including Sam Adam's Utopias as well as beers from Collective Arts, New Realm, and Hardywood breweries! Happy Thanksgiving to all of our listeners! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

Stephen takes a trip to Wilmington, NC where he visits with Cape Fear Games who are putting on their annual Extra Life benefit weekend! We discuss all the breweries he visits as well as the games that he played! Check out more info at capefeargames.com! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a suggestion for our monthly game nights?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer !

Today we discuss the contreversy surrounding Founders Brewing Co. as well as some of our favorite new beers and games that we've tried during the holiday season. How do you feel about the Founders lawsuit? Feel free to send us your comments! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

In this episode, Stephen and Cris discuss various series of beer from breweries such as Adroit, Cigar City, and Abomination. We also talk about new games we've played including Mourner's Call by Raygun Games, Cerebria by Mindclash Games, and Skulk Hollow by Pencil First Games! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer !

In this episode, we discuss collaborations in the world of both board games and beers! Breweries and coffee roasters! Dungeon crawlers and puzzle games! Then we remember to press record and do it all over again! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Want to participate in one of our monthly game nights?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehops.beer!

Our first on-location episode! We recorded this one at Benchtop Brewing in Norfolk, VA! We are in the lull in terms of board games as all the big announcements for the year have already been revealed at GenCon and everything is coming off Kickstarter and going towards fulfillment. Cris and Stephen mention a few new games and beers including the Dawn Chorus by Triple Crossing, the Scythe modular boards and Cerebria! We are also happy to announce our monthly game nights at O'Connor Brewing Co. will be in full swing starting this month! Check out www.tablehops.beer for more details! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer!

In this episode, we play some of our interviews with game designers and media reps from Gen Con! Here is a list of the interviews: Eric - Sky Kingdom Games: Isofarian Guard Rachel - Resonym Games: Mechanica El - Deep Water Games: Claim and Realms of Sand  Todd - AEG Games: Atelier, War Chest: Nobility, Cat Lady Deluxe, Captain is Dead: Dangerous Planet, and their Epic Game Night games! Arthur - Mad Bear Games: Crystals of Power We hope you have enjoyed our Gen Con coverage and would love your feedback! Please leave us a rating in the iTunes store, email us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com, or send us a voicemail at www.tablehops.beer/voicemail

Our heroes survived Gen Con! Had an amazing time! We discuss our favorite events, beers, and of course games. Please note that this is a live recording from the car so the audio quality is not the best but we wanted to bring you this episode while it was fresh in our minds!  Did you have a favorite Gen Con game or event? Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer!  

Cris and Stephen are joined this week by Angela Jones as the trio plans their adventures to Gen Con in Indianapolis, IN! We talk about beers we've recently tried including New Belgium's Passionfruit Kolch and The Bruery's Frucht: Cucumber. Also games including the Villianous: Evil Comes Prepared expansion, Techlandia, Dice Throne Adventures and many more! We also discuss all the fun events we are signed up for this week at Gen Con!  Are you gonna be in Indiana?  Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer!  

After a catching up on what beers and board games we've played followed by a random discussion of milk preferences, Cris and Stephen discuss the lighthearted, non-controversial (insert sarcasm) topic of diversity in the beer and board game community! In all seriousness this is a sensitive topic that we will be developing more at our panel at Blerdcon 2019! If you would like to comment please send us an email or leave us a voicemail at tablehops.beer/voicemail! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer!  

In this episode we discuss how Cris is terrible at challenges, our curiosity of the new Metal Gear Solid game, new changes to beer tax laws, as well as the upcoming Kickstarter Darwinauts! We then discuss all things conventions with fellow gamer JABS! He gives his report of Origins as well as what to look forward to at GenCon this year. Please note there is some slight technical difficulties towards the middle of the show where Cris's computer starts to give up on life. We apologize for that and have firmly scolded said computer.  Do you have a favorite game or beer you think we should try? Do you wanna be on the show? Have a great venue where we should host our game night?  Write us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer! 

In this episode, Cris and Stephen discuss all the crazy mishaps that have been going on with the Shadowrun Sprawl Ops Kickstarter Campaign and shipping issues with PSI. We also talk about what happens when a water treatment plant tries to make beer, what's going on with local Hampton Roads breweries, and Cris's adventures in Edenton North Carolina. Did you receieve your copy of Sprawl Ops? Do you have a suggestions of a beer, game or venue we should check out? Send us an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and check out our other episodes and videos at tablehops.beer!

Today we are discussing all our conventions including Tidewater Comicon, Berdcon, and of course GenCon! Hear about upcoming panels, the GenCon games we've signed up for, as well as our new challenge section! Finally we also discuss the big merger between Dogfishhead and Sam Adams! Do you have board games or beers you want featured on the show? Be sure to send us an email to tablehopspodcast@gmail.com, follow us on social media @tablehopspodcast, or visit our website at tablehops.beer!

Hey everyone! We didn't get to record a full length episode but we wanted to share our upcoming live events! Be sure to check tablehops.beer for more updates!

There's lots of events happening in the Table Hops universe! We just finished our first game night at our local brewery and Stephen helped run an event at Cape Fear Games' Games on the Beach! We discuss all the games beers we've had recently as well as upcoming events! Do you have some beers or board games we should try? Do you know a great venue in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia that would be a good place for a game night? Contact us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com!

In this episode we interview Matt Wolford from Retrograde Brewing! Be sure to follow him on Untapped! Do you have any homebrewing questions? Is there a beer or game you want Stephen and Cris to try? Email us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com!

In this episode, we each guess the others Screw Marry Kill board games and beers! What game does Stephen want to murder? Which beer does Cris want to have intimate relations with? The answers will be revealed within! Also news of our upcoming events as well as the launch of our merch store are included! Both can be found at www.tablehopspodcast.com

In this episode, we discuss our plans to start bringing board games to local breweries! We know it's your deepest darkest fantasy to play board games and drink beers with us so we are working on making your dreams come true! We talk local breweries as well as ways we like to transport our games. Do you have a favorite game to play at breweries? Are you interested in joining us for a game night? Send us a message on social media @tablehopspodcast or a tablehopspodcast@gmail.com!

We discuss all things spicy, both beer and game wise, with Angela Jones! Angela is an avid game player, beer lover, and possible vegetarian pegan dragon that doesn't eat penguins. Oh and she's Stephen's wife. Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Have questions for Cris, Stephen, or one of our guests? Email us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com!

Spark some joy in your beer and board game collections! In this episode, Cris and Stephen discuss how to organize, sort, and store your games and beers! Do you have a collection tip for us? Be sure to email us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com!

In this episode we discuss european style beers as well as the difference between euro games and ameri-trash games! Do you have a favorite game or beer you think Cris and Stephen should try? Write them an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehopspodcast.com! 

In this episode, Cris & Stephen discuss the different ways they pimp or bling their board game and beer collections.  Do you have a suggestion for blinging out your board games?  Email us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com.  Check out our pairing videos and other episodes at tablehopspodcast.com

In this episode, we talk all about our holiday loot! We discuss games such as Betrayal Legacy by Wizards of the Coast and Ultimate Mage Knight by WizKids as well as beers from Unibroue and Pro Re Nata Brewery among others!  Do you have a favorite game or beer you think Cris and Stephen should try? Write them an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehopspodcast.com! 

In this episode, Cris and Stephen talk about what games they like to play with the fam fams! The discuss mechanics like impress the judge, digital party games, parodies of the classics, light group games, and social deduction games!  Do you have a favorite game or beer you think Cris and Stephen should try? Write them an email at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com and be sure to check out other episodes and videos at www.tablehopspodcast.com!

In this special bonus episode of Tabe Hops, Cris and Stephen discuss our favorite (and not so favorite) experiences at PAX Unplugged 2018 in Philadelphia PA! Did you attend PAX? Send your thoughts to tablehopspodcast@gmail.com! Be sure to check out our other episodes and videos at: https://www.tablehopspodcast.com

In this episode, Cris and Stephen talk about their top twelve favorite games! If you have a favorite game you think we should check out please email us at tablehopspodcast@gmail.com!

Cris and Stephen share their top 12 beers! Stay tuned next week when we share out top 12 games!

We go over great beers and games to bring to your family and friends this holiday season!

In this episode we discuss small independent game releases and experimental beer batches brewed in small batches!

In this spooky episode of Tablehops, we discuss Halloween themed games and beer!

In this episode we discuss some terms and jargon of both craft beer and board games!

In this episode we discuss our history as board gamers as well as the progression of the industry

In this episode we discuss beer variants and board game expansions!

In this episode of Table Hops, we discuss Stephen's trip to Gen Con 2018! Also announcing our participation in the Extra Life Tabletop Appreciation weekend! Find out more at www.extra-life.org!

In our second episode, we recap our adventures in Charlottesville VA where we visited Pro Re Nata, Three Notch'd, and Adroit Brewing Companies!

The very first episode of TableHops! We discuss IPAs, Goses, and Powergrid by Rio Grande Games