# More than a Game: How Two Women Turned Game Night Into a Brand

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Podcast: [Talk Dodgers to Me](https://stenobird.com/podcast/talk-dodgers-to-me-6931573)
Published: 2026-06-11T14:29:17+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkdodgerstome/episodes/More-than-a-Game-How-Two-Women-Turned-Game-Night-Into-a-Brand-e3kkj9s
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## Resource

This week, we sit down with best friends Laura Galvan and Marnie Wekselblatt, who turned their love of Rummikub into a thriving, community-driven brand that's bringing people together in a fresh, elevated way. As someone who grew up playing Rummikub with my Nana, this conversation felt especially meaningful. From the moment I discovered what they were building, I knew we had to have them on the podcast. What started as a conversation about a game quickly became a conversation about friendship, entrepreneurship, taking chances, and finding purpose through the things that bring people joy. While it may seem like a departure from baseball, we quickly realized it's actually the same story we tell every week: sports and games have a unique way of creating connection. Whether it's gathering around a card table, a Rummikub board, or a baseball diamond, the real magic happens when people come together. From entrepreneurship and brand-building to partnerships and community, we explore how Laura and Marnie transformed their love of Rummikub into a must-attend event series with a growing waitlist and a loyal following. Their story is proof that when you create spaces for people to connect, something much bigger than the game can happen. Make sure to give them a follow, grab your own Rummikub set, and stay tuned for future events!

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