Southern Board Game Fest 2026 Recap with Mitchell

It’s another “lagniappe” episode of the Gumbo podcast with Mitchell Prudhomme! 

First, Mitchell and BJ chat about the weekend that was, Southern Board Game Fest!

Then, they chat about their top three games played at the festival, including: 

• 12 Rivers
• Panda Royale
• Formaggio
• Tipperary
• Luzon Rails

and more! 

Next, Mitchell and BJ give their top three festival experiences:

• Speaking French
• Unmatched tourney
• Max player count party gaming
• Perfect co-op games for the festival
• Live Action Hot Streak!

and more! 

Plus, Mitchell shares some lagniappe! 

Finally, we throw in our choices for ENVIE game this week!  Mitchell and BJ chat about the games that they really, really, really want to play next.

1. BJ –  Shackleton Base expansion: Above. Below. Within.
2. Mitchell – Annunaki

Shout out to Restoration Games and the Beans & Dice Podcast for supporting the Unmatched tourney at SoBo! 

Go to www.southerngamefest.com for more information about the festival. 

Sit back with an ice cold Barq's Root Beer and a plate of pulled pork French fries from Cousin Joe's and enjoy another episode of Lagniappe from Board Game Gumbo!

Laissez les bon temps rouler! 

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