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Tabletop Rewind

Every game night has a story — and some stories deserve to be replayed.Welcome to Tabletop Rewind, the cinematic tabletop gaming podcast hosted by Jackson Mckinney. From legendary board games and unforgettable D&D campaigns to chaotic friendships, hidden indie gems, and late-night tabletop debates, this show dives deep into the culture and memories behind the hobby.Each episode explores the strategy, drama, humor, and emotional moments that happen around the table — whether it’s a betrayal that ruined alliances, a dice roll that changed an entire campaign, or a forgotten classic that still deserves attention today.If you love board games, tabletop RPGs, gaming nostalgia, and passionate conversations that feel like sitting at the table with friends, Tabletop Rewind is your next obsession.Roll the dice. Shuffle the deck. Rewind the night.

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  1. 12

    The Art of Being a Dungeon Master

    Being a Dungeon Master means pretending you planned everything while your players actively destroy every idea you had.In this episode, we talk about the skills, mistakes, panic, improvisation, and storytelling tricks that help turn good DMs into great ones. From chaotic campaigns to emotional roleplay moments, we break down what actually makes players excited to come back to the table every week.

  2. 11

    Nobody Survived the Ship

    We played Nemesis and immediately realized nobody on this spaceship was emotionally stable.In this episode, we talk about panic, betrayal, terrible decisions, suspicious teammates, alien nightmares, and the complete chaos that unfolded during one of the most stressful game nights we’ve ever had. If you enjoy survival horror and tabletop drama, this episode is absolute perfection.

  3. 10

    Your First Step Into D&D

    Thinking about trying D&D but have absolutely no idea where to start?In this episode, we explain the basics of Dungeons & Dragons in the least intimidating way possible. We talk about character creation, dice rolling, roleplaying, beginner mistakes, and the hilarious chaos that happens when new players jump into fantasy adventures for the first time.

  4. 9

    The Board Game Where Anything Can Happen

    We played Western Legends… and immediately realized nobody at the table could be trusted.In this episode, we talk about cowboy chaos, gambling disasters, ridiculous betrayals, and the completely unpredictable moments that made this Wild West board game unforgettable. If you love sandbox games and story-driven tabletop experiences, this episode is packed with absolute nonsense in the best way possible.

  5. 8

    The Communities Behind the Games

    Joining a board gaming club can be exciting… or incredibly awkward.In this episode, we talk about local gaming groups, weird club experiences, favorite game-night memories, competitive personalities, and the friendships built through tabletop gaming. Whether you’ve been part of a club for years or still feel nervous walking into one, this episode is all about finding your people through games.

  6. 7

    The Stories That Shaped Us

    This week, we’re talking comics.From superhero obsessions and graphic novel recommendations to nostalgic childhood favorites and wildly unpopular opinions, we dive deep into the stories, art, and characters that still live rent-free in our brains. Plus, we somehow manage to connect everything back to tabletop gaming… because of course we do.

  7. 6

    The Board Game That Took Over Our Night

    We finally played Scythe… and things got WAY more intense than expected.In this episode, we talk about giant mechs, questionable strategies, accidental alliances, painful mistakes, and the moments that made us realize this game is absolutely ruthless. If you love heavy strategy games and competitive tabletop chaos, this episode is for you.

  8. 5

    So You Want to Be a Dungeon Master

    Being a Dungeon Master sounds easy… until your players immediately destroy everything you planned.In this episode, we share our best tips for new DMs, along with the mistakes, disasters, panic moments, and unexpected chaos that every tabletop storyteller experiences. If you’ve ever struggled to run a campaign without losing your mind, this episode is for you.

  9. 4

    The Heart of Tabletop Gaming

    Every tabletop gamer remembers their first real game store.The shelves packed with board games, the smell of fresh cards and dice, the loud tournament tables, and the feeling that you finally found your people. In this episode, we talk about local game stores, gaming communities, favorite memories, and why these places are still the heart of tabletop culture.

  10. 3

    When the Dice Want You Dead

    Every gamer has said it before:“These dice are absolutely rigged.”In this episode, we talk about the most brutal luck moments we’ve ever experienced in board games and RPGs. From impossible failures to complete tabletop disasters, we’re reliving the moments where the dice clearly decided we deserved pain.

  11. 2

    The Wizard Nobody Expected

    This week, we’re talking about weird RPG builds, cursed fantasy combinations, and the unexpected magic of playing characters that absolutely should not work… but somehow do. From Half-Orc Wizards to chaotic roleplay disasters, this episode is all about the builds we’ll never forget.

  12. 1

    Tabletop Rewind

    “Some nights become memories…and some game nights become legends.Welcome to Tabletop Rewind — hosted by Jackson Mckinney.From unforgettable board game battles and chaotic D&D campaigns to hidden tabletop gems and stories born around the table, this is the podcast where we relive the moments that kept us rolling the dice long after midnight.So dim the lights… shuffle the deck… and let’s rewind the table.”This episode includes AI-generated content.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Every game night has a story — and some stories deserve to be replayed.Welcome to Tabletop Rewind, the cinematic tabletop gaming podcast hosted by Jackson Mckinney. From legendary board games and unforgettable D&D campaigns to chaotic friendships, hidden indie gems, and late-night tabletop debates, this show dives deep into the culture and memories behind the hobby.Each episode explores the strategy, drama, humor, and emotional moments that happen around the table — whether it’s a betrayal that ruined alliances, a dice roll that changed an entire campaign, or a forgotten classic that still deserves attention today.If you love board games, tabletop RPGs, gaming nostalgia, and passionate conversations that feel like sitting at the table with friends, Tabletop Rewind is your next obsession.Roll the dice. Shuffle the deck. Rewind the night.

HOSTED BY

Jackaon Mckinney

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How many episodes does Tabletop Rewind have?

Tabletop Rewind currently has 12 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Tabletop Rewind about?

Every game night has a story — and some stories deserve to be replayed.Welcome to Tabletop Rewind, the cinematic tabletop gaming podcast hosted by Jackson Mckinney. From legendary board games and unforgettable D&D campaigns to chaotic friendships, hidden indie gems, and late-night tabletop debates,...

How often does Tabletop Rewind release new episodes?

Tabletop Rewind has 12 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Tabletop Rewind?

Tabletop Rewind is created and hosted by Jackaon Mckinney.
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