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Why We Built Pork or Baloney™ 

Real Spending. Fake Scandals. 100% Shared Laughter.

Let’s face it: getting friends and family together across generations has gotten a little complicated.

Everyone wants to connect, but the moment current events come up, people start walking on eggshells. You either end up with tense debates, awkward silences, or an entire room staring down at their phones just to keep the peace.

We built Pork or Baloney?™ because we believe humor is the ultimate unifier.

You shouldn't have to ban current events to have a great time together—you just need to focus on what everyone can agree on: the sheer absurdity of how government money actually gets spent.

Born at the Kitchen Table

We are an independent, husband-and-wife team of history nerds and game lovers based in Texas who believe that truth is always stranger than fiction.

The idea was born right at our kitchen table. While chatting about the news of the day, we asked ourselves a simple question: “What if we made a party game about real vs. fake government spending?”

That spark kicked off months of late-night research diving into legislative archives, tracking down 250+ years of taxpayer-funded boondoggles, designing components, and running lively playtests with friends and family. Holding our very first manufactured deck was an unforgettable milestone, and we are thrilled to share this first production run with your game table.

Truth Is Stranger Than Fiction

Every round puts players in the hot seat to determine whether wild headlines are 100% verified federal line items (PORK) or completely made-up nonsense (BALONEY).

From testing lizard aerodynamics with backyard leaf blowers to miniature underwater shrimp treadmills, we did the archival legwork so you can uncover the shocking, hilarious truth together.

Whether you're hosting game night, gathering around the Thanksgiving dinner table, or hunting for a gift that will actually get people laughing, our mission is simple: Turn the most divisive topic in America into an evening of belly laughs.

Why We Stay Behind the Scenes

You won’t find our names or faces plastered across our marketing. Why? Because in a culture filled with partisan posturing and talking heads, we believe the spotlight belongs entirely on the absurdity of the facts—not on personal egos.

We’re just two indie creators in Texas doing the research, refining the mechanics, and packing each order from our workshop to your doorstep.

Our Promise to You

Because we are a lean, independent outfit, we don't answer to corporate boardrooms—we answer directly to you. We obsess over the details:

  • Meticulously Researched: Every single card is thoroughly fact-checked against public records and official government documentation.
  • 100% Non-Partisan: Absurd spending isn't exclusive to one party or era—our deck spans 250+ years of pure, equal-opportunity ridiculousness.
  • Proudly Printed in the USA: Produced on premium card stock that feels great in your hands and holds up to countless game nights.

Thanks for supporting indie tabletop games and joining us at the table!


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