Podcasts – Wargaming Recon

Dilly Green Bean Games’ TotalCon 2016 Cocktail Hour Class Photo depicting some of the talented industry guests, con staff, vendors, and your’s truly too.   Hope you enjoy this final of two “Best of” 2016 episodes. Originally released on February 29, 2016 the episode features TotalCon 2016’s highs and lows. Don’t worry! We’ll be back with NEW episodes of Wargaming Recon in 2017. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Events Attended Tiny Epic Galaxies with industry guest GM Ben Gerber Convoy to Malta War at Sea Game with GM Dan Eustace Writing for RPGs panel with industry guests Michael Curtis, Jeffrey Talanian, and Mike Pondsmith My wife and daughter visited for the afternoon Riding the Rocket the First 5 Years at TSR panel with industry guest Tim Kask Playing 1775 with listeners (and friends) Patrick and Cary Dilly Green Bean Games Cocktail Party Problems Encountered Hotel under renovations despite promising con it’d be finished before Feb 1, 2016 Guests were given wrong rooms Interior of some rooms were covered with plaster dust (on the bed, TV, etc) Problems with the water in some bathrooms. Turns off randomly, only gives scaldingly hot water in spurts Telephones were not hooked up/operational in some rooms Furniture haphazardly tossed into some rooms It impacted all rooms but surprisingly it heavily hit suites and rooms for industry guests More than 60 parking spots are filled with construction debris and tractor trailers storing items Construction debris could be found in some hallways making it difficult for attendees with limited mobility to get by The hotel’s restaurant had exceedingly slow service NONE OF THIS WAS TOTALCON’S FAULT.  They did their due diligence but the hotel gave them incorrect information. Support Jonathan through PATREON Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Listener John said of Ep 152: Pulp Wargaming Hanghai with Mike Paine “Great to hear the Grand Poobah speak and enlighten us all. Nice job.” Listener Richard said of Ep 152: Pulp Wargaming Hanghai with Mike Paine “”Great interview.” Do you have questions, comments, or constructive feedback? Then please share it with us on Facebook, Twitter, or via e-mail at jonathan@wargamingrecon.com. GIVEAWAY IS OVER.  Listener Kyle won the free weekend pass to TotalCon.  Here is his 5 star iTunes review: Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. Do You Like Wargaming Recon? If you like what you hear and you use iTunes to get our content we ask a favor of you. Please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes is one of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Review us on iTunes Stitcher Radio is fast becoming a popular way for listeners to find great podcasts. Help a would-be listener find Wargaming Recon by leaving your review. Review us on Stitcher Radio PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through our Patreon. It costs just $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris P. Announcements Wargaming Recon LIVE Page Jonathan is recording Wargaming Recon LIVE for your viewing pleasure. You can watch the live streaming episodes through our brand new LIVE page. It shows the live streaming recording, a calendar of upcoming live recordings, and it features a chatroom for you to chat with other listeners and with Jonathan! Please visit our LIVE page to be an active part of the community. The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England” are a new sponsor for the show. [...]

Hope you enjoy the first of two “Best of” 2016 episodes. Originally released on March 28, 2016 the episode features now co-host Mike Paine discussing how to successfully run a game at a convention. This ReCast tells is the episode that gave Jonathan the idea to invite Mike to be a co-host!  If you’re listening to this on Dec 22nd, I hope you’ll send positive birthday thoughts my way. Don’t worry! We’ll be back with NEW episodes of Wargaming Recon in 2017. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Links to Items Discussed on the Show HAVOC Game Convention Huzzah Game Convention Buy Frostgrave on WargameVault (affiliate link) Fencing Frog Blog $20 Aurelian Unit Tiles by Sam Mustafa on DriveThruCards (affiliate link) How to Make Custom Cards Youtube Video $42.23 Hail Caesar rules on Amazon (affiliate link) Hobby Bunker in Malden, Massachusetts HaT Industrie 1/72 scale Ancient Roman miniatures Caesar Miniatures 1/72 scale Ancient Roman figures Mailbag Via our Facebook page fans were asked to caption this photo: Listener Cary said “It’s A B B A Select Start, how many times do I have to tell you.” Listener Peter said “This new formula one racing game sure is kickass.” Listener Irene said “Multitasking….you got this.” Guest Mike Paine put his caption in the photo seen below: Do you have questions, comments, or constructive feedback? Then please share it with us on Facebook, Twitter, or via e-mail at jonathan@wargamingrecon.com. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. Do You Like Wargaming Recon? If you like what you hear and you use iTunes to get our content we ask a favor of you. Please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes is one of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Review us on iTunes PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris P. Announcements Grow the Community Want to get your friends to listen to Wargaming Recon?  We have lots of Wargaming Recon business cards.  E-mail Jonathan with your mailing address and how many cards you want.  He will send them to you for FREE. Simply hand one to your buddies and fellow gamers when you’re at cons, game days, or club nights. Wargaming Recon LIVE Page Jonathan is recording Wargaming Recon LIVE for your viewing pleasure. You can watch the live streaming episodes through our brand new LIVE page. It shows the live streaming recording, a calendar of upcoming live recordings, and it features a chatroom for you to chat with other listeners and with Jonathan! Please visit our LIVE page to be an active part of the community. The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England” are a new sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 13-16, 2016 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine. I’ll be there doing a LIVE podcast recording. Episode Guide Tells You What’s in the Pipe Some Reminders: We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Penny for Your Thoughts We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio [...]

Hope you enjoy the first of two “Best of” 2016 episodes. Originally released on March 28, 2016 the episode features now co-host Mike Paine discussing how to successfully run a game at a convention. This ReCast tells is the episode that gave Jonathan the idea to invite Mike to be a co-host!  If you’re listening to this on Dec 22nd, I hope you’ll send positive birthday thoughts my way. Don’t worry! We’ll be back with NEW episodes of Wargaming Recon in 2017. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Links to Items Discussed on the Show HAVOC Game Convention Huzzah Game Convention Buy Frostgrave on WargameVault (affiliate link) Fencing Frog Blog $20 Aurelian Unit Tiles by Sam Mustafa on DriveThruCards (affiliate link) How to Make Custom Cards Youtube Video $42.23 Hail Caesar rules on Amazon (affiliate link) Hobby Bunker in Malden, Massachusetts HaT Industrie 1/72 scale Ancient Roman miniatures Caesar Miniatures 1/72 scale Ancient Roman figures Mailbag Via our Facebook page fans were asked to caption this photo: Listener Cary said “It’s A B B A Select Start, how many times do I have to tell you.” Listener Peter said “This new formula one racing game sure is kickass.” Listener Irene said “Multitasking….you got this.” Guest Mike Paine put his caption in the photo seen below: Do you have questions, comments, or constructive feedback? Then please share it with us on Facebook, Twitter, or via e-mail at jonathan@wargamingrecon.com. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. Do You Like Wargaming Recon? If you like what you hear and you use iTunes to get our content we ask a favor of you. Please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes is one of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Review us on iTunes PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris P. Announcements Grow the Community Want to get your friends to listen to Wargaming Recon?  We have lots of Wargaming Recon business cards.  E-mail Jonathan with your mailing address and how many cards you want.  He will send them to you for FREE. Simply hand one to your buddies and fellow gamers when you’re at cons, game days, or club nights. Wargaming Recon LIVE Page Jonathan is recording Wargaming Recon LIVE for your viewing pleasure. You can watch the live streaming episodes through our brand new LIVE page. It shows the live streaming recording, a calendar of upcoming live recordings, and it features a chatroom for you to chat with other listeners and with Jonathan! Please visit our LIVE page to be an active part of the community. The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England” are a new sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 13-16, 2016 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine. I’ll be there doing a LIVE podcast recording. Episode Guide Tells You What’s in the Pipe Some Reminders: We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Penny for Your Thoughts We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio [...]

The 24hr Game-a-thon was November 5, 2016. Jonathan was fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. It is never too late, so please make a tax deductible donation if you can. My goal was to raise $250.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Final tally $581.50 was raised. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Games Played for the Children Prison Architect NHL ’15 on Xbox 360 SimCity Tropico 5 Total War Shogun 2 Operation Squad Alex’s dungeon crawl game (he really needs to name this)(Since he hasn’t yet – Josh will have a go….. hmmm….. Crawl before you Run) Live Streamed Footage Day 1 – It Begins Day 2 – Hump Day Day 2 Part 2 – Piles of Mountain Dew Cans Mailbag From Facebook Listener Joshua said of Ep 171 Fort Devens Game Day 2016  “Nice job guys” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews Announcements We will be reducing the number of episodes appearing in our RSS Feed & in your Podcast Players. Being the longest-running wargaming podcast means our feed is GIGANTIC. It has become too large so we had to cut it down. Well not really just organise it a tad differently. Our older episodes will still exist on our website and be available for you to listen to. We will also continue to call back to older episodes as pertinent. Stay tuned for compilation episodes comprised of an entire year’s worth of episodes in a single download – Looks like Josh won’t be getting much sleep! PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.   Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Extra Life Game-a-thon 2016: Wargaming Recon #173 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Extra Life Game-a-thon 2016: Wargaming Recon #173 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

The 24hr Game-a-thon was November 5, 2016. Jonathan was fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. It is never too late, so please make a tax deductible donation if you can. My goal was to raise $250.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Final tally $581.50 was raised. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Games Played for the Children Prison Architect NHL ’15 on Xbox 360 SimCity Tropico 5 Total War Shogun 2 Operation Squad Alex’s dungeon crawl game (he really needs to name this)(Since he hasn’t yet – Josh will have a go….. hmmm….. Crawl before you Run) Live Streamed Footage Day 1 – It Begins Day 2 – Hump Day Day 2 Part 2 – Piles of Mountain Dew Cans Mailbag From Facebook Listener Joshua said of Ep 171 Fort Devens Game Day 2016  “Nice job guys” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews Announcements We will be reducing the number of episodes appearing in our RSS Feed & in your Podcast Players. Being the longest-running wargaming podcast means our feed is GIGANTIC. It has become too large so we had to cut it down. Well not really just organise it a tad differently. Our older episodes will still exist on our website and be available for you to listen to. We will also continue to call back to older episodes as pertinent. Stay tuned for compilation episodes comprised of an entire year’s worth of episodes in a single download – Looks like Josh won’t be getting much sleep! PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links.   Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Extra Life Game-a-thon 2016: Wargaming Recon #173 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Extra Life Game-a-thon 2016: Wargaming Recon #173 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  Behold the annual Wargaming Recon holiday gift guide. Jonathan’s List of Stocking Fillers Under $20 Leadbear’s Scenic Tufts-$7.11 Facebook or eBay Wargaming Recon custom d6 – $18 via our Patreon Campaign Army Painter Most Wanted Wargamer Paintbrush Set – $14.41 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Under $50 1775 Rebellion by Academy Games – $48 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Muskets & Tomahawks rules – $40 On Military Matters  Aurelian Gaming Package by Sam Mustafa – $49 for both Aurelian Rules & Roman Tiles (Affiliate Link) $100 and up Crescent Root Studios Church – $210 Attend a Con. TotalCon Attendance-$353.18 & up.  Huzzah Attendance-$268.26 and up Commission a miniatures painter – varies ($1676.16 at Gunners Wargaming Blog) Adrian’s List of Santa’s Goodies for Gamers Under $20 3 or 4 cheap tape measures marked in both inches and centimeters. Wargaming Recon Tape Measures = $15 via our Patreon campaign A bag full of mdf bases of various sizes from someone like Litko.  Modellers never have enough. A decent dice bag.  Don’t let your gamer never actually have enough to play. Tarot Rune Dice Bag Under $50 12 inch Octogonal felt lined dice tray – $24.99 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Warlord Games 28mm Bolt Action Hollywood Tiger – $40 via Warlord Games Gift certificate to Michaels, AC Moore, or Hobby Lobby $100 and up 3D Printer such as Makerbot Replicator Mini Compact – $950 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Waterloo Hougomont terrain set – $318 Warlord Games A pre-painted army for their game of choice.  Everyone wants to play, very few want to paint. Alex’s list of Christmas Time Reinforcements Under $20 Song of Blades and Heroes by Ganesha Games – $8 via WargameVault (Affiliate Link) Rebel Minis 15mm Superheroes and Supervillains – $13.98 Proxie Models bases – $15 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Under $50 Old Glory 15mm Cowboys and Bandits – $32 1775 Rebellion by Academy Games – $48 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) 1 year subscription to Wargames, Soldiers, and Strategy magazine – $35.09 order direct (Affiliate Link) $100 and up Old Glory 15mm Transylvania Play Set – $400 TerranScapes Modular Gaming Boards – Price varies 2 Splintered Light Miniatures 15mm Armies – $121.99 Mailbag From Facebook Listener Jack Sarge said of Ep 171 Fort Devens Game Day 2016: “Really enjoyed the interaction between the three of you. It would be great to hear from Adam Carriere as well as Mike Paine & yourself again.” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon was November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. We’ve raised $567 as of the date this episode was recording.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. eBay Charity Auctions MORE COMING SOON! STAY TUNED Episode Guide Check the Episode Guide for upcoming show topics and release dates. Next Episode comes out Decemb[...]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  Behold the annual Wargaming Recon holiday gift guide. Jonathan’s List of Stocking Fillers Under $20 Leadbear’s Scenic Tufts-$7.11 Facebook or eBay Wargaming Recon custom d6 – $18 via our Patreon Campaign Army Painter Most Wanted Wargamer Paintbrush Set – $14.41 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Under $50 1775 Rebellion by Academy Games – $48 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Muskets & Tomahawks rules – $40 On Military Matters  Aurelian Gaming Package by Sam Mustafa – $49 for both Aurelian Rules & Roman Tiles (Affiliate Link) $100 and up Crescent Root Studios Church – $210 Attend a Con. TotalCon Attendance-$353.18 & up.  Huzzah Attendance-$268.26 and up Commission a miniatures painter – varies ($1676.16 at Gunners Wargaming Blog) Adrian’s List of Santa’s Goodies for Gamers Under $20 3 or 4 cheap tape measures marked in both inches and centimeters. Wargaming Recon Tape Measures = $15 via our Patreon campaign A bag full of mdf bases of various sizes from someone like Litko.  Modellers never have enough. A decent dice bag.  Don’t let your gamer never actually have enough to play. Tarot Rune Dice Bag Under $50 12 inch Octogonal felt lined dice tray – $24.99 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Warlord Games 28mm Bolt Action Hollywood Tiger – $40 via Warlord Games Gift certificate to Michaels, AC Moore, or Hobby Lobby $100 and up 3D Printer such as Makerbot Replicator Mini Compact – $950 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Waterloo Hougomont terrain set – $318 Warlord Games A pre-painted army for their game of choice.  Everyone wants to play, very few want to paint. Alex’s list of Christmas Time Reinforcements Under $20 Song of Blades and Heroes by Ganesha Games – $8 via WargameVault (Affiliate Link) Rebel Minis 15mm Superheroes and Supervillains – $13.98 Proxie Models bases – $15 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) Under $50 Old Glory 15mm Cowboys and Bandits – $32 1775 Rebellion by Academy Games – $48 via Amazon (Affiliate Link) 1 year subscription to Wargames, Soldiers, and Strategy magazine – $35.09 order direct (Affiliate Link) $100 and up Old Glory 15mm Transylvania Play Set – $400 TerranScapes Modular Gaming Boards – Price varies 2 Splintered Light Miniatures 15mm Armies – $121.99 Mailbag From Facebook Listener Jack Sarge said of Ep 171 Fort Devens Game Day 2016: “Really enjoyed the interaction between the three of you. It would be great to hear from Adam Carriere as well as Mike Paine & yourself again.” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon was November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. We’ve raised $567 as of the date this episode was recording.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. eBay Charity Auctions MORE COMING SOON! STAY TUNED Episode Guide Check the Episode Guide for upcoming show topics and release dates. Next Episode comes out Decemb[...]

Another Episode, Another Gaming Con! In this installment of the internet’s longest running wargaming podcast, Jonathan and his co-host, Mike Paine are joined this week by Adam Carriere to discuss the Fort Devens Museum Game Day of 2016. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Fort Devens Museum Events Chain of Command – GMed by Rob Walters 28mm Normandy Battle of Somewhere Pennsylvania  – GMed by Adam 15mm Longstreet Wings of War WW1 – GMed by Pete Landry 15mm Great Northern War – GMed by Greg Symko 28mm Sharpe Practice Deerfield Raid 1704 – GMed by Dave Valentine En Garde rules Battle of Hanghai – GMed by Mike Paine Homebrew rules Advice for Game Day Goers Just come Don’t be afraid to run something that nobody else is running Mailbag From Facebook Listener Jack said of Ep 170: Crafting a Homebrew Game with Alex Kostopoulos “Listened to the whole interview and thoroughly enjoyed hearing your thought process etc. You sounded very professional too.” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon was November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. We’ve raised $326 as of the date this episode was recording.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. eBay Charity Auctions Unbroken by Laura Hildrebrand.  Hardcover book. Film based on it. Bid Here currently at $3.25 USD! Donated by Jonathan 54mm Andreas Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid Donated by Dave Livesey from Wargames & Battleshades FB Group Currently at 9.99 GBP.  It is a great bargain.  BID now Please bid generously on the auctions if you are so able.  This is for the kids.  Proceeds go to the fundraiser! Episode Guide Check the Episode Guide for upcoming show topics and release dates. Next Episode comes out Nov 21 2016 Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine.  Wargaming Recon will record a live show at Huzzah 2017. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users.   Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.[...]

Another Episode, Another Gaming Con! In this installment of the internet’s longest running wargaming podcast, Jonathan and his co-host, Mike Paine are joined this week by Adam Carriere to discuss the Fort Devens Museum Game Day of 2016. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet Fort Devens Museum Events Chain of Command – GMed by Rob Walters 28mm Normandy Battle of Somewhere Pennsylvania  – GMed by Adam 15mm Longstreet Wings of War WW1 – GMed by Pete Landry 15mm Great Northern War – GMed by Greg Symko 28mm Sharpe Practice Deerfield Raid 1704 – GMed by Dave Valentine En Garde rules Battle of Hanghai – GMed by Mike Paine Homebrew rules Advice for Game Day Goers Just come Don’t be afraid to run something that nobody else is running Mailbag From Facebook Listener Jack said of Ep 170: Crafting a Homebrew Game with Alex Kostopoulos “Listened to the whole interview and thoroughly enjoyed hearing your thought process etc. You sounded very professional too.” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon was November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. We’ve raised $326 as of the date this episode was recording.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. eBay Charity Auctions Unbroken by Laura Hildrebrand.  Hardcover book. Film based on it. Bid Here currently at $3.25 USD! Donated by Jonathan 54mm Andreas Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid Donated by Dave Livesey from Wargames & Battleshades FB Group Currently at 9.99 GBP.  It is a great bargain.  BID now Please bid generously on the auctions if you are so able.  This is for the kids.  Proceeds go to the fundraiser! Episode Guide Check the Episode Guide for upcoming show topics and release dates. Next Episode comes out Nov 21 2016 Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine.  Wargaming Recon will record a live show at Huzzah 2017. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users.   Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.[...]

  Alex Kostopoulos joins Jonathan to discuss how he crafts a homebrew game.  The two discuss some game design before diving into a larger topic of tabletop gaming & the Lord of the Rings. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet The Home Brewery The premise of Alex’s game puts players into a miniatures dungeon crawl in the style of the old school video game Gauntlet.  Players must destroy monster spawn points in order to trigger the arrival of a monster lieutenant.  After destroying enough monster lieutenants the enemy boss appears.  Once the players kill the boss they’ve won! Along the way they need to kill rank & file monsters, earn golf coins, seek treasure in aptly-named treasure chests, and potentially go on interesting quests.  Working in a team is a necessity if the players are to have any hope of winning this cooperative game. Alex’s Game Design Goals Make the game quick and easy to play The game should require very few miniatures Players are given respawns to allow extended gameplay with fewer figures Mailbag From Facebook Listener Dave said of the Extra Life Last Charge of Lasalle eBay Charity auction “These are gonna fly buddy.” Listener David said of the Extra Life Fundraiser “We’ll talk it up. Can never go wrong with 24hrs of gaming.” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon is November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. We’ve raised $310.47 so far.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. eBay Charity Auctions Out of Print James Clavell’s Shogun card game.  Bluffing/betting system.  Rated 6.1 on BoardGameGeek BID Here  currently at $8.50 USD! Donated by co-host Mike Paine Please bid generously on the auctions if you are so able.  This is for the kids.  Proceeds go to the fundraiser! Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine.  Wargaming Recon will record a live show at Huzzah 2017. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme So[...]

  Alex Kostopoulos joins Jonathan to discuss how he crafts a homebrew game.  The two discuss some game design before diving into a larger topic of tabletop gaming & the Lord of the Rings. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet The Home Brewery The premise of Alex’s game puts players into a miniatures dungeon crawl in the style of the old school video game Gauntlet.  Players must destroy monster spawn points in order to trigger the arrival of a monster lieutenant.  After destroying enough monster lieutenants the enemy boss appears.  Once the players kill the boss they’ve won! Along the way they need to kill rank & file monsters, earn golf coins, seek treasure in aptly-named treasure chests, and potentially go on interesting quests.  Working in a team is a necessity if the players are to have any hope of winning this cooperative game. Alex’s Game Design Goals Make the game quick and easy to play The game should require very few miniatures Players are given respawns to allow extended gameplay with fewer figures Mailbag From Facebook Listener Dave said of the Extra Life Last Charge of Lasalle eBay Charity auction “These are gonna fly buddy.” Listener David said of the Extra Life Fundraiser “We’ll talk it up. Can never go wrong with 24hrs of gaming.” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $16 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon is November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. We’ve raised $310.47 so far.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. eBay Charity Auctions Out of Print James Clavell’s Shogun card game.  Bluffing/betting system.  Rated 6.1 on BoardGameGeek BID Here  currently at $8.50 USD! Donated by co-host Mike Paine Please bid generously on the auctions if you are so able.  This is for the kids.  Proceeds go to the fundraiser! Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine.  Wargaming Recon will record a live show at Huzzah 2017. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme So[...]

Mike Paine and Jonathan discuss the Council of Five Nations.  This three-day tabletop convention is one of Mike’s favorites. Council of Five Nations XXXIX (2016) Details Was September 23-26, 2016 at the Proctors Theatre & Conference Center in Schenectady, New York. Pre-registration cost-$30 Registation at the door-$37 Additional fees covered participating in events as most games also have an entry fee (i.e. the former TotalCon method) The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Highlighted Events Star Trek 50th Anniversary Celebration Battleground Fantasy & Historical Warfare Hanghai Throwdown run by Mike Paine Mailbag From Twitter Listener Jay Arnold said of Ep 168 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016:  “yep, it was me that suggested a co-host! Thanks for the shout out.”  Jay has recently dived into podcasting!  Look for The Veteran Wargamer on iTunes. He discusses wargaming & veteran’s issues. From Facebook Listener Pedro said of Ep 168 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016: “The Mayor of Hanghai would be a great plus to any convention!” Listener Gabriel said of Ep 168 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016: “Please update the intro support ad so it publicizes Huzzah! 2017! Really enjoyed you both chatting away.  Cheers!”   Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $28 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon is November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. He’s trying to raise $250.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. The first eBay auction will go live when the next episode releases on October 10, 2016.  Please bid generously on the auction(s) if you are so able.  Remember, this is for the kids. Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine.  Wargaming Recon will record a live show at Huzzah 2017. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC[...]

Mike Paine and Jonathan discuss the Council of Five Nations.  This three-day tabletop convention is one of Mike’s favorites. Council of Five Nations XXXIX (2016) Details Was September 23-26, 2016 at the Proctors Theatre & Conference Center in Schenectady, New York. Pre-registration cost-$30 Registation at the door-$37 Additional fees covered participating in events as most games also have an entry fee (i.e. the former TotalCon method) The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Highlighted Events Star Trek 50th Anniversary Celebration Battleground Fantasy & Historical Warfare Hanghai Throwdown run by Mike Paine Mailbag From Twitter Listener Jay Arnold said of Ep 168 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016:  “yep, it was me that suggested a co-host! Thanks for the shout out.”  Jay has recently dived into podcasting!  Look for The Veteran Wargamer on iTunes. He discusses wargaming & veteran’s issues. From Facebook Listener Pedro said of Ep 168 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016: “The Mayor of Hanghai would be a great plus to any convention!” Listener Gabriel said of Ep 168 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016: “Please update the intro support ad so it publicizes Huzzah! 2017! Really enjoyed you both chatting away.  Cheers!”   Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont   $28 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon is November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. He’s trying to raise $250.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. The first eBay auction will go live when the next episode releases on October 10, 2016.  Please bid generously on the auction(s) if you are so able.  Remember, this is for the kids. Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine.  Wargaming Recon will record a live show at Huzzah 2017. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC[...]

The Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016 was held Saturday August 27, 2016 from 10am-10pm EST at the Hobby Bunker in Malden, Massachusetts. Jonathan is joined by new co-host and amazing GM Mike Paine to give their take on the day of gaming while they share a few stories of their tabletop adventures. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet     The Games that were held! Sharp Practice version 2 Skirmishing in the Peninsular War Trench Wars Up the Euphrates Without a Paddle WW1 Middle East Halo Fleet Battles Halo Battle of Reach Battle of Hanghai, China 1932 Hail Caesar Battle of Agrigentum 262B.C. 1st Punic War Pike & Shotte Battle of Swansea King Philip’s War June 1675 Trilaterum Black Powder Battle of Merxem 13 January 1814 Luftwaffe 1946 They Shall Not Pass! France 1940 Marvel Universe Minis Game Hail Caesar Battle of Stamford Bridge Mailbag Via E-mail (send mail to jonathan @ wargamingrecon.com): Guest Joe Wetzel sent an e-mail to his Kickstarter backers about Episode 166.  He said “Jonathan has a lot of passion for the project and energy–I highly recommend listening. Thanks Jonathan!” Via Facebook: Stephen Wollett of Nerd Rage News is directing a tabletop gaming documentary titled “And Now a Word from a Gamer.”  It is in production.  He asked Jonathan to be an interviewee for the documentary.  At TotalCon 2017 he’ll interview Jonathan. Should be fun to experience the process and learn how it goes. No clue if Jonathan will make the final cut or how much air time he’ll receive. You can learn more through its IMDB Listing. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont $28 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon is November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. He’s trying to raise $250.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. The first eBay auction will go live when the next episode releases on October 10, 2016.  Please bid generously on the auction(s) if you are so able.  Remember, this is for the kids. Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Council of Five Nations XXXIX Sep 23-25, 2016 Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Penny for Your Th[...]

The Hobby Bunker Game Day 2016 was held Saturday August 27, 2016 from 10am-10pm EST at the Hobby Bunker in Malden, Massachusetts. Jonathan is joined by new co-host and amazing GM Mike Paine to give their take on the day of gaming while they share a few stories of their tabletop adventures. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet     The Games that were held! Sharp Practice version 2 Skirmishing in the Peninsular War Trench Wars Up the Euphrates Without a Paddle WW1 Middle East Halo Fleet Battles Halo Battle of Reach Battle of Hanghai, China 1932 Hail Caesar Battle of Agrigentum 262B.C. 1st Punic War Pike & Shotte Battle of Swansea King Philip’s War June 1675 Trilaterum Black Powder Battle of Merxem 13 January 1814 Luftwaffe 1946 They Shall Not Pass! France 1940 Marvel Universe Minis Game Hail Caesar Battle of Stamford Bridge Mailbag Via E-mail (send mail to jonathan @ wargamingrecon.com): Guest Joe Wetzel sent an e-mail to his Kickstarter backers about Episode 166.  He said “Jonathan has a lot of passion for the project and energy–I highly recommend listening. Thanks Jonathan!” Via Facebook: Stephen Wollett of Nerd Rage News is directing a tabletop gaming documentary titled “And Now a Word from a Gamer.”  It is in production.  He asked Jonathan to be an interviewee for the documentary.  At TotalCon 2017 he’ll interview Jonathan. Should be fun to experience the process and learn how it goes. No clue if Jonathan will make the final cut or how much air time he’ll receive. You can learn more through its IMDB Listing. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews   PATREON Patreon backers get the newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. Thank you to: Dave & the Wargames @ BattleShades Facebook group Patrick Chris Parker of Day of Battle Games Kyle from Vermont $28 away from next Patreon Goal Announcements The 24hr Game-a-thon is November 5, 2016.  Jonathan is fundraising to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.  Extra Life raises money for kids who need medical treatment but can’t afford it. Please make a tax deductible donation if you can here. He’s trying to raise $250.  Wargaming Recon is also doing a few eBay Charity Auctions with proceeds going to the Extra Life fundraiser to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. The first eBay auction will go live when the next episode releases on October 10, 2016.  Please bid generously on the auction(s) if you are so able.  Remember, this is for the kids. Become a Wargaming Recon Sponsor: Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: The Maine Historical Wargamers Association (they’re the people behind HUZZAH “Historical Wargaming for New England”) are the sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. Please be sure to go to Huzzah May 19-21, 2017 at the Doubletree Inn in South Portland, Maine. Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Mike Paine’s 2016 Convention Schedule Council of Five Nations XXXIX Sep 23-25, 2016 Carnage 19 Nov 4-6, 2016 EllisCon XXVI Nov 15, 2016 Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Penny for Your Th[...]