Lay It On The Table

Q: How do I get in touch with Lay It On The Table?

Lay It On The Table is hosted by James Engelhardt and Joe Mahaffey. Its publicly listed email is geeksouthern@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

Q: What is the email for Lay It On The Table?

The publicly listed email for Lay It On The Table: geeksouthern@gmail.com.

Q: How many listeners does Lay It On The Table have?

Podseeker estimates Lay It On The Table reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Q: Who is an ideal guest for Lay It On The Table?

Lay It On The Table typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Board-game designers, tabletop publishers, gaming organization leaders, crowdfunding practitioners, and other established professionals with hands-on experience creating, publishing, promoting, or expanding games. Common among recent guests: Founded or led a tabletop game publishing company; Designed or published recognized board games; Built an original game universe or product line. Recent guests include Stephen Conway, Jamey Stegmaier, and Frank West.

Q: How hard is it to get booked on Lay It On The Table?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

Q: What topics does Lay It On The Table cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Tabletop Games, Board Games, Game Design, and Game Publishing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

James Engelhardt, Joe Mahaffey

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led tabletop gaming show focused on board games, role-playing games, game design, publishing, and the people shaping the hobby, with recurring conversations featuring designers, publishers, and gaming advocates. Strong guest candidates include established or emerging board-game designers, independent publishers, crowdfunding specialists, game educators, and tabletop industry creatives; booking difficulty is medium because the show targets credible niche professionals rather than mainstream celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 61

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 177 subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

geeksouthern@gmail.com

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Host

James Engelhardt - Co-host of Geek and Southern, covering board games, role-playing games, and the tabletop gaming industry from a Southern perspective.

Joe Mahaffey - Co-host of Geek and Southern, covering board games, role-playing games, and the tabletop gaming industry from a Southern perspective.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Board-game designers, tabletop publishers, gaming organization leaders, crowdfunding practitioners, and other established professionals with hands-on experience creating, publishing, promoting, or expanding games.

Required Achievements:

Founded or led a tabletop game publishing company, Designed or published recognized board games, Built an original game universe or product line, Developed expertise in crowdfunding, community engagement, or game education

Recent Guest Discussions

Stephen Conway - The Spiel Foundation, Donating And Teaching Games, The Social Benefits Of Play, International Games, Play Advocacy, And Awards Recognizing Outstanding Games.

Jamey Stegmaier - Game Design, Expanding Game Brands, Publishing Strategy, Wingspan, New Releases, And Creating Effective Rulebooks.

Frank West - Transitioning From Video Games To Tabletop Design, World-building, Crowdfunding, Solo Game Design, Customer Engagement, And Independent Publishing.

Recent Topics

Gaming, Tabletop Games, Board Games, Game Design, Game Publishing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Lay It On The Table

Playing It Forward with Stephen Conway

October 08, 2026

Joe and James welcome Stephen Conway of The Spiel and the Spiel Foundation for a conversation about how games bring people together—and how a love of play can become a way to give back.Stephen traces his journey from family card games in rural Indiana to launching The Spiel with Dave Coleson in 2006. He explains how visits to relatives in hospitals inspired the foundation’s game donations, and why every donated game is unpacked, organized, and ready to play. The discussion explores a potentia...

Kicking Kickstarter to the Curb?

September 21, 2026

summaryIn this episode, Joe Mahaffey and James Engelhardt discuss the latest trends in the board game industry, including crowdfunding challenges, new game releases, and innovative ways to incorporate technology into gaming and education.

Back Around the Table with Jamey Stegmaier

August 24, 2026

In this episode, Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games shares insights on game design, expanding game brands, and the importance of quality in publishing. He discusses the evolution of Wingspan, the strategy behind new game releases, and tips for creating engaging rule books.

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Frequently asked questions

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Lay It On The Table

How do I get in touch with Lay It On The Table?

Lay It On The Table is hosted by James Engelhardt and Joe Mahaffey. Its publicly listed email is geeksouthern@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Lay It On The Table?

The publicly listed email for Lay It On The Table: geeksouthern@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Lay It On The Table have?

Podseeker estimates Lay It On The Table reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Lay It On The Table?

Lay It On The Table typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Board-game designers, tabletop publishers, gaming organization leaders, crowdfunding practitioners, and other established professionals with hands-on experience creating, publishing, promoting, or expanding games. Common among recent guests: Founded or led a tabletop game publishing company; Designed or published recognized board games; Built an original game universe or product line. Recent guests include Stephen Conway, Jamey Stegmaier, and Frank West.

How hard is it to get booked on Lay It On The Table?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Lay It On The Table cover?

Recent episodes cover Gaming, Tabletop Games, Board Games, Game Design, and Game Publishing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

geeksouthern@gmail.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

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