The game of kings, backgammon, and its revival in Los Angeles

In one Orange County pub, a group meets every Monday night to enjoy one of the oldest games in the world: backgammon. Dating back to over 3000 B.C., King Tut’s tomb even contained a version of the game! Join Annenberg Media’s Nico Khazzam as he explores the game’s history and interacts with some of its fans.

Producer: Nicholas Khazzam
Thumbnail: Rachel Kisela

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