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Episode 35: Festive Players & Frosty Attitudes
Dec 23, 2025 32 min

Episode 35: Festive Players & Frosty Attitudes

In this festive episode of Mahjong & Mics, we imagine beloved holiday characters pulling up a chair at the Mahjong table—and the chaos that ensues. From Santa’s generous tile play to the Grinch...

Episode 34: Mockingbird & Magnolia
Dec 16, 2025 34 min

Episode 34: Mockingbird & Magnolia

In this episode, Tina and Michelle sit down with Sydney Tucker and Brooke Benoit, the dynamic duo behind Mockingbird & Magnolia, a Northwest Arkansas brand celebrating all things Mahjong, frien...

Episode 33: Sitting Down with Sam's Club
Dec 09, 2025 31 min

Episode 33: Sitting Down with Sam's Club

In this special episode, we get to record in Sam’s Club’s stunning in-house studio (video version in link below!) and interview Rachel Ludeman, a buyer for Sam’s Club. Rachel walks us through the p...

Episode 32: The Card Controversy
Dec 02, 2025 36 min

Episode 32: The Card Controversy

In this potentially scandalous episode, Michelle and Tina break down the facts surrounding the two newly released boutique mahjong cards and the wave of reactions online. They present a balanced lo...

Episode 31: Thankful for Tiles and Turkey
Nov 25, 2025 27 min

Episode 31: Thankful for Tiles and Turkey

In this heartfelt episode, Tina and Michelle laugh and cry as they reflect on personal, podcast, and Mahjong-related moments of gratitude. It’s a cozy reminder to pause, play, and give thanks for t...

Episode 30: Mahjong for the Holidays
Nov 18, 2025 44 min

Episode 30: Mahjong for the Holidays

Tina and Michelle unwrap the festive side of Mahjong, exploring how players celebrate the season with themed games, parties, and traditions from Hanukkah to Christmas and beyond. They share gift id...

Episode 29: Little "Hands" and Big Wins
Nov 11, 2025 33 min

Episode 29: Little "Hands" and Big Wins

In Little “Hands,” Big Wins, Tina and Michelle share the joy of teaching Mahjong to the next generation. From tiny tile hands to big surprise victories, they highlight how kids bring fresh fun to t...

Episode 28: Sisterhood & Suits
Nov 04, 2025 26 min

Episode 28: Sisterhood & Suits

In this episode, Mahjong and Mics takes a road trip to the University of Arkansas to visit the Chi Omega house! Michelle and Tina sit down with two Chi O sisters to chat about how Mahjong is findin...

Episode 27: Spooky Edition: The Grave Truth About Dead Hands
Oct 28, 2025 28 min

Episode 27: Spooky Edition: The Grave Truth About Dead Hands

Things get spooky on the mic as Tina and Michelle dive into the eerie world of Dead Hands! Dressed in their Halloween best, they break down what makes a hand “dead,” how it happens, and what the co...

Episode 26: Two Racks Are Better Than One
Oct 21, 2025 23 min

Episode 26: Two Racks Are Better Than One

This week, Tina and Michelle explore the world of Siamese Mahjong—a two-player variation where each person manages two racks at once. They break down the basics, clear up common rule questions, and...

Episode 25: Mind Your Tiles
Oct 14, 2025 37 min

Episode 25: Mind Your Tiles

This week, Michelle and Tina dive into the delicate dance between rules and etiquette at the Mahjong table. From punctuality and pace to chatter, card-sharing, and Cheeto fingers (yes, really), the...

Episode 23: Tile Tidbits & Trivia
Sep 30, 2025 25 min

Episode 23: Tile Tidbits & Trivia

Michelle and Tina of Mahjong and Mics dive into Mahjong history, strategy, and culture to uncover ten fascinating tidbits. Their lively, table-talk style makes these surprising facts as entertainin...

Episode 22: Bonkers for Bams
Sep 22, 2025 23 min

Episode 22: Bonkers for Bams

In this episode of Mahjong and Mics, Tina and Michelle dive into the leafy suit of Bams. From the famous “One Bam Bird” to the bamboo-inspired tiles, Bams bring both beauty and strategy to the tabl...

Episode 21: Concealed But Deadly
Sep 15, 2025 22 min

Episode 21: Concealed But Deadly

In this episode of Mahjong and Mics, Tina and Michelle welcome a special guest—Mr. Concealed himself! Together, they dive into the mysterious and thrilling world of concealed hands: the powerful pl...

Episode 20: Defense, Defense, Block that Win!
Sep 09, 2025 31 min

Episode 20: Defense, Defense, Block that Win!

In this episode of Mahjong and Mics, Tina and Michelle dive into playing defense. While winning is always the goal, knowing how to slow down an opponent, block a hand, or even push toward a wall ga...

Episode 19: Teach a Friend, Build a Table
Sep 02, 2025 24 min

Episode 19: Teach a Friend, Build a Table

In this episode of Mahjong and Mics, Tina and Michelle share their favorite tips, tricks, and teaching strategies for introducing friends to the game of Mahjong—and ultimately building your own tab...

Episode 18: Confessions of a Tileaholic
Aug 26, 2025 28 min

Episode 18: Confessions of a Tileaholic

In this fun and oh-so-relatable episode of Mahjong and Mics, Michelle and Tina come clean about their mahjong tile addiction—and they’re not alone. From stalking Instagram for new tile drops to kno...

Episode 17: Tile and Error
Aug 19, 2025 21 min

Episode 17: Tile and Error

In this episode of Mahjong and Mics, Michelle and Tina dive into the most common mistakes they see from new — and even experienced — players. From joker missteps and forgotten exchanges to rookie C...

Episode 16: The Dragon Drop
Aug 12, 2025 26 min

Episode 16: The Dragon Drop

In this fiery episode, Michelle and Tina talk about all things Mahjong Dragons. They break down the history, the beauty, symbolism, and strategy behind each powerful tile.