Podcasts – Wargaming Recon

Hexographer 2 can help you bring a wargame campaign from concept to reality. Joe Wetzel explains the software, the Kickstarter project, and why wargamers should snag a copy of this indispensable world building computer program.   The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Through his research Neil discovered the 3 longest-running shows are Drop Pod Cast, his Meeples & Miniatures, and Wargaming Recon.  Neil also said according to dates on the feeds Wargaming Recon takes first place by 6 days and it has been around 6 months longer than Meeples & Miniatures.  Other podcasts like the Dice Tower, This Week in Tech, & The Adam Carolla Show, for example, have been around longer but, they’re not tabletop wargaming podcasts.   How Hexographer 2 Differs from Hexographer Streamlined backend Cleaner coding New features such as Undo/Redo ability Newer, more polished graphics and icons New widgets and interface  Backer Levels Add a Few Names $3 1 Icon Set $16 Upgrade Only $19 Upgrade & 1 Icon Set $35 Hexographer 1 & the Upgrade $35 Upgrade & 2 Icon Sets $50 Upgrade, 2 Icon Sets, & Mousepad $60 Upgrade, 2 Icon Sets, Mousepad, & Mug $80 Upgrade, 2 Icon Sets, Mousepad, Mug, & Alphas $125  Unlocked Stretch Goals City Notes Generator 15 Extra mostly Elven “Isometric” icons Castle Notes Generator 15 Extra mostly Elven “Alternate Classic” icons Coastline Wizard 15 Extra mostly Dwarven “Isometric” icons Political Border Tool 15 Extra mostly Dwarven “Alternate Classic” icons Hex Overlay 15 Extra mostly Orc “Isometric” icons Ruins Notes Generator 10 Extra mostly Orc “Alternate Classic” icons Political Hex Widget/Tool Mailbag Via E-mail (send mail to jonathan @ wargamingrecon.com): Guest Ian Cross said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “warm congratulations on 10 years. I really enjoyed our conversation several years ago and seamlessly moving between the study I did and our own personal histories in the world of tabletop wargaming.”  Ian was on Episode 102: An Academic Study of Wargamers. Via Facebook: Martin became the 1,510th person to like our Facebook page. 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 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. Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: 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 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 [...]

Hexographer 2 can help you bring a wargame campaign from concept to reality. Joe Wetzel explains the software, the Kickstarter project, and why wargamers should snag a copy of this indispensable world building computer program.   The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Through his research Neil discovered the 3 longest-running shows are Drop Pod Cast, his Meeples & Miniatures, and Wargaming Recon.  Neil also said according to dates on the feeds Wargaming Recon takes first place by 6 days and it has been around 6 months longer than Meeples & Miniatures.  Other podcasts like the Dice Tower, This Week in Tech, & The Adam Carolla Show, for example, have been around longer but, they’re not tabletop wargaming podcasts.   How Hexographer 2 Differs from Hexographer Streamlined backend Cleaner coding New features such as Undo/Redo ability Newer, more polished graphics and icons New widgets and interface  Backer Levels Add a Few Names $3 1 Icon Set $16 Upgrade Only $19 Upgrade & 1 Icon Set $35 Hexographer 1 & the Upgrade $35 Upgrade & 2 Icon Sets $50 Upgrade, 2 Icon Sets, & Mousepad $60 Upgrade, 2 Icon Sets, Mousepad, & Mug $80 Upgrade, 2 Icon Sets, Mousepad, Mug, & Alphas $125  Unlocked Stretch Goals City Notes Generator 15 Extra mostly Elven “Isometric” icons Castle Notes Generator 15 Extra mostly Elven “Alternate Classic” icons Coastline Wizard 15 Extra mostly Dwarven “Isometric” icons Political Border Tool 15 Extra mostly Dwarven “Alternate Classic” icons Hex Overlay 15 Extra mostly Orc “Isometric” icons Ruins Notes Generator 10 Extra mostly Orc “Alternate Classic” icons Political Hex Widget/Tool Mailbag Via E-mail (send mail to jonathan @ wargamingrecon.com): Guest Ian Cross said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “warm congratulations on 10 years. I really enjoyed our conversation several years ago and seamlessly moving between the study I did and our own personal histories in the world of tabletop wargaming.”  Ian was on Episode 102: An Academic Study of Wargamers. Via Facebook: Martin became the 1,510th person to like our Facebook page. 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 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. Wargaming Recon is Proudly Sponsored by: 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 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 [...]

Henry Hyde has launched his own publishing firm named Gladius Publications. Learn how the author of The Wargaming Compendium (also on Kindle) will publish digital history, militaria, and wargaming books.   The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Through his research Neil discovered the 3 longest-running shows are Drop Pod Cast, his Meeples & Miniatures, and Wargaming Recon.  Neil also said according to dates on the feeds Wargaming Recon takes first place by 6 days and it has been around 6 months longer than Meeples & Miniatures.  Other podcasts like the Dice Tower, This Week in Tech, & The Adam Carolla Show, for example, have been around longer but, they’re not tabletop wargaming podcasts.   Brief History of Gladius Publications Gladius is the offspring from Henry’s former web design partnership under the name H A Design.  He revived Gladius as the overarching entity to self publish his upcoming works.  Genres Gladius will Publish Fiction Science Fiction Fantasy (like Henry’s Barik’s Blades, which was recently shortlisted for Triskele Book’s First Page 2016 competition) Militaria Wargaming (but not the three books he’s releasing through Penn & Sword covering Wargame Campaigns, his Shot, Steel, & Stone wargaming rules, and a third untitled project). Select work by other authors  Formats Gladius will Use eBook formats such as pdf, epub, Kindle, and iBooks Print on demand for select titles through Amazon’s CreateSpace Gladius’ Online Courses It will begin offering online courses in the vein of Lynda.com Courses will be geared towards professionals and businesses Unlikely for any courses to cover wargaming topics Instead will teach how to use Adobe Photoshop, writing tools, and other software Mailbag Via E-mail (send mail to jonathan @ wargamingrecon.com): Listener Dave said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “Good luck it sound like it’s going to be a good one.” Recurring guest Neil Shuck of Meeples & Miniatures said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “Really well done on 10 years!” Recurring guest & game designer Russ Lockwood said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “Congratulations on reaching the 10-year milestone. Always enjoy chatting with a knowledgeable host. Keep up the good work.” Via Facebook: The Extra Life charity said “Over the past 4 years, you’ve raised/donated over $1,500 for sick and injured kiddos.. you’re a rockstar!!” 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 Kickstarter New Kickstarter for you to look at.  I’ll do a show devoted to it. Worldographer: Hexographer 2. Joe Wetzel, owner of Inkwell Ideas, will be on an as yet unannounced episode to discuss this Kickstarter. So far it has raised $24,000+ of its $15,000 goal & reached 7 of its 13 stretch goals. They are a City Notes Generator, Castle Notes generator, and many isometric icons. It is working towards its 8th stretch goal, which will be for 15 more isometric icons. Wargaming Recon LIVE Page Jonathan is[...]

Henry Hyde has launched his own publishing firm named Gladius Publications. Learn how the author of The Wargaming Compendium (also on Kindle) will publish digital history, militaria, and wargaming books.   The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Through his research Neil discovered the 3 longest-running shows are Drop Pod Cast, his Meeples & Miniatures, and Wargaming Recon.  Neil also said according to dates on the feeds Wargaming Recon takes first place by 6 days and it has been around 6 months longer than Meeples & Miniatures.  Other podcasts like the Dice Tower, This Week in Tech, & The Adam Carolla Show, for example, have been around longer but, they’re not tabletop wargaming podcasts.   Brief History of Gladius Publications Gladius is the offspring from Henry’s former web design partnership under the name H A Design.  He revived Gladius as the overarching entity to self publish his upcoming works.  Genres Gladius will Publish Fiction Science Fiction Fantasy (like Henry’s Barik’s Blades, which was recently shortlisted for Triskele Book’s First Page 2016 competition) Militaria Wargaming (but not the three books he’s releasing through Penn & Sword covering Wargame Campaigns, his Shot, Steel, & Stone wargaming rules, and a third untitled project). Select work by other authors  Formats Gladius will Use eBook formats such as pdf, epub, Kindle, and iBooks Print on demand for select titles through Amazon’s CreateSpace Gladius’ Online Courses It will begin offering online courses in the vein of Lynda.com Courses will be geared towards professionals and businesses Unlikely for any courses to cover wargaming topics Instead will teach how to use Adobe Photoshop, writing tools, and other software Mailbag Via E-mail (send mail to jonathan @ wargamingrecon.com): Listener Dave said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “Good luck it sound like it’s going to be a good one.” Recurring guest Neil Shuck of Meeples & Miniatures said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “Really well done on 10 years!” Recurring guest & game designer Russ Lockwood said of Episode 165: 10 Years of Wargaming Recon “Congratulations on reaching the 10-year milestone. Always enjoy chatting with a knowledgeable host. Keep up the good work.” Via Facebook: The Extra Life charity said “Over the past 4 years, you’ve raised/donated over $1,500 for sick and injured kiddos.. you’re a rockstar!!” 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 Kickstarter New Kickstarter for you to look at.  I’ll do a show devoted to it. Worldographer: Hexographer 2. Joe Wetzel, owner of Inkwell Ideas, will be on an as yet unannounced episode to discuss this Kickstarter. So far it has raised $24,000+ of its $15,000 goal & reached 7 of its 13 stretch goals. They are a City Notes Generator, Castle Notes generator, and many isometric icons. It is working towards its 8th stretch goal, which will be for 15 more isometric icons. Wargaming Recon LIVE Page Jonathan is[...]

Discover listener’s favorite episodes of Wargaming Recon.  Jonathan shares his fondest memories and reveals a humbling announcement about the show in this special 10th anniversary episode. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Through his research Neil discovered the 3 longest-running shows are Drop Pod Cast, his Meeples & Miniatures, and Wargaming Recon.  Neil also said according to dates on the feeds Wargaming Recon takes first place by 6 days and it has been around 6 months longer than Meeples & Miniatures.  Other podcasts like the Dice Tower, This Week in Tech, & The Adam Carolla Show, for example, have been around longer but, they’re not tabletop wargaming podcasts.   Brief History of Wargaming Recon When the show began began it had a different name.  A contest resulted in the Wargaming Recon name. It also had an unusual release schedule for the 2007 podcasting season.  But, Dan Carlin released two episodes almost six months apart in 2015. Episode 111: How Jonathan Became a Wargamer tells the Wargaming Recon origin story. Episode 93: Interviewing Jonathan also dives into some of the origin story a bit.  Guest Aaron Bostian put Jonathan in the hot seat and interviewed him. Episode 1: Introducing Wargaming Recon is the first episode released August 17, 2006.  It reviewed some Lord of the Rings minis by Games Workshop, discussed the GW Webway and Black Gobbo newsletters.  It was re released in 2013 with better editing, new intro, and 20:11 running time.  New Name the Show Contest September 2011  Episode 63: Wargaming Recon is Born announced the new name.  Episode 64: Historical Modelling is first episode to use the new name This means this is the 101st episode to use the new name. Have to thank contest winners Cort & Andrew (may Andrew rest in peace) for the show’s name.  Jonathan’s Favorite Memories Episode 58: Henry Hyde and Battlegames Magazine Henry Hyde’s first guest appearance.  He helped me to get into historical wargaming.  Without him I’m not sure I’d be playing historicals.  He’s kindly supported contests on the show and been a willing recurring guest. ReCast #1: CWF-2006-12-7 Solo-Cast w/ CWF Holiday Gift Guide, Chester French, Privateer Press Updates, and Pearl Harbor Day It has always been difficult for family members to understand this hobby. They don’t have an easy time finding hobby related gifts for me.  I wanted to make it easier for all of you. Extra Life Game-a-thon episodes 103: 25hr Game-a-thon for Children’s Hospital, 126: Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 2014, and 149: 2015 in Review. We have raised $1,554.68 over 4 years for sick kids to receive medical treatments they need but can’t afford.  Listeners have gotten involved in cool ways too.  Listener Dave started the eBay charity auction. This year we have multiple items to auction on eBay with proceeds benefiting Boston Children’s Hospital. Last year I did a live show for several hours & even painted a Flames of War objective marker on live air.  Friends and listeners have also come to my home to play games as part of the event. TotalCon appearances & coverage This has become an annual tradition except for the year my daughter was born.  Con organizers have welcomed me like family and I’ve used that to create better episodes for listeners. I have made contacts with lots of people who’ve been guests on the show & it has led to Wargaming Recon being the flagship tabletop wargaming podcast for the TSR Podcast Network Some of the amazing people I’ve networked with are: Angelia Parenteau, Steve Parenteau, Ben & Jenn Gerber, Jay & Renee Libby, Peter “Blix” Bryant, Mike Kafes, James Carpio, Mary Lindholm, Tim Kask, Frank Mentzer, Brenden of Crossroad Games, Gordon & Denise of Adler Boardgame Cafe, Mike Paine, listeners Patrick and Dan, and too many others My friendship wi[...]

Discover listener’s favorite episodes of Wargaming Recon.  Jonathan shares his fondest memories and reveals a humbling announcement about the show in this special 10th anniversary episode. The longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet   Through his research Neil discovered the 3 longest-running shows are Drop Pod Cast, his Meeples & Miniatures, and Wargaming Recon.  Neil also said according to dates on the feeds Wargaming Recon takes first place by 6 days and it has been around 6 months longer than Meeples & Miniatures.  Other podcasts like the Dice Tower, This Week in Tech, & The Adam Carolla Show, for example, have been around longer but, they’re not tabletop wargaming podcasts.   Brief History of Wargaming Recon When the show began began it had a different name.  A contest resulted in the Wargaming Recon name. It also had an unusual release schedule for the 2007 podcasting season.  But, Dan Carlin released two episodes almost six months apart in 2015. Episode 111: How Jonathan Became a Wargamer tells the Wargaming Recon origin story. Episode 93: Interviewing Jonathan also dives into some of the origin story a bit.  Guest Aaron Bostian put Jonathan in the hot seat and interviewed him. Episode 1: Introducing Wargaming Recon is the first episode released August 17, 2006.  It reviewed some Lord of the Rings minis by Games Workshop, discussed the GW Webway and Black Gobbo newsletters.  It was re released in 2013 with better editing, new intro, and 20:11 running time.  New Name the Show Contest September 2011  Episode 63: Wargaming Recon is Born announced the new name.  Episode 64: Historical Modelling is first episode to use the new name This means this is the 101st episode to use the new name. Have to thank contest winners Cort & Andrew (may Andrew rest in peace) for the show’s name.  Jonathan’s Favorite Memories Episode 58: Henry Hyde and Battlegames Magazine Henry Hyde’s first guest appearance.  He helped me to get into historical wargaming.  Without him I’m not sure I’d be playing historicals.  He’s kindly supported contests on the show and been a willing recurring guest. ReCast #1: CWF-2006-12-7 Solo-Cast w/ CWF Holiday Gift Guide, Chester French, Privateer Press Updates, and Pearl Harbor Day It has always been difficult for family members to understand this hobby. They don’t have an easy time finding hobby related gifts for me.  I wanted to make it easier for all of you. Extra Life Game-a-thon episodes 103: 25hr Game-a-thon for Children’s Hospital, 126: Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 2014, and 149: 2015 in Review. We have raised $1,554.68 over 4 years for sick kids to receive medical treatments they need but can’t afford.  Listeners have gotten involved in cool ways too.  Listener Dave started the eBay charity auction. This year we have multiple items to auction on eBay with proceeds benefiting Boston Children’s Hospital. Last year I did a live show for several hours & even painted a Flames of War objective marker on live air.  Friends and listeners have also come to my home to play games as part of the event. TotalCon appearances & coverage This has become an annual tradition except for the year my daughter was born.  Con organizers have welcomed me like family and I’ve used that to create better episodes for listeners. I have made contacts with lots of people who’ve been guests on the show & it has led to Wargaming Recon being the flagship tabletop wargaming podcast for the TSR Podcast Network Some of the amazing people I’ve networked with are: Angelia Parenteau, Steve Parenteau, Ben & Jenn Gerber, Jay & Renee Libby, Peter “Blix” Bryant, Mike Kafes, James Carpio, Mary Lindholm, Tim Kask, Frank Mentzer, Brenden of Crossroad Games, Gordon & Denise of Adler Boardgame Cafe, Mike Paine, listeners Patrick and Dan, and too many others My friendship wi[...]

Reasons Why You’d Hire a Minis Painter. Are you unhappy with the way you paint or think you’re a bad painter? Don’t have the time to paint your models? Want to focus on other aspects of the hobby? You could be helping a friend out with their new venture. Maybe you have lots of spare money. 5 Tips for Hiring a Miniatures Painter 1) Have a clear vision of your project 2) Word of Mouth can be the best way to find a painter to hire 3) Communicate your needs, desires, and wants to the painter 4) Have a written agreement with the painter. 5) Understand what you’re getting into and how the painter works 1) Have a clear vision of your project Know what you want done. Don’t think “I want some of these guys and maybe some of those” painted. Without knowing exactly what you want to happen you may be doomed to suffer disappointment. 2) Word of Mouth can be the best way to find a painter to hire You may not personally know any miniatures painters but perhaps your friends do. Converse with your friends and with people you trust online to discern who they used. Ask them to share their experiences with you including the bad ones. Discover what they liked and disliked about a given miniatures painter. Learn what the person painted. You may be successful hiring a painter out of the blue without any foreknowledge of them but don’t bet on it. 3) Communicate your needs, desires, and wants to the painter Be up front with the entire scope of the project including your expected timetable. Saying “I’m in no hurry” tells the painter they can put your project on the back burner whenever they want, be truthful with your expectations but also realistic.  It takes longer and costs more to paint Napoleonic soldiers than it does a bunch of unclothed Zulu warriors. 4) Have a written agreement with the painter. Be sure it protects BOTH of you.  It should state the scope of the project, terms of payment, and deadlines. Don’t expect the project to go sour.  But, sometimes things come up and sometimes people are dishonest. The contract or agreement can offer recourse to you if the painter fails to achieve the project. It also gives the painter options if you fail to follow through. 5) Understand what you’re getting into and how the painter works If the painter has never painted an entire army of 100+ models before maybe you shouldn’t be their first. If you want someone to paint WW2 models, then it might not be a good idea to hire someone who predominantly paints Napoleonics. In other words know the painter’s style. Also realize that the project may cost slightly more than your quote. Making a lot of modifications or requiring more work to be done after the project begins can increase cost, It can be very expensive to hire someone to paint your models. Don’t spend more than you can afford.  Even if you have buckets of money only spend what you can. Future Episodes I’ll look at this topic down the road from the point of view of minis painters and that of customers.  You can be sure that I’ll have more tips to share with you in those episodes. Mailbag   Via our Facebook page: Listener Richard said of Ep 162 Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge  “If he played as badly as me it wouldn’t help. I find my hobby is a way to relax and separate myself from work and life – you need something to occupy your mind, stops you dwelling on things ;)” 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, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio.[...]

Reasons Why You’d Hire a Minis Painter. Are you unhappy with the way you paint or think you’re a bad painter? Don’t have the time to paint your models? Want to focus on other aspects of the hobby? You could be helping a friend out with their new venture. Maybe you have lots of spare money. 5 Tips for Hiring a Miniatures Painter 1) Have a clear vision of your project 2) Word of Mouth can be the best way to find a painter to hire 3) Communicate your needs, desires, and wants to the painter 4) Have a written agreement with the painter. 5) Understand what you’re getting into and how the painter works 1) Have a clear vision of your project Know what you want done. Don’t think “I want some of these guys and maybe some of those” painted. Without knowing exactly what you want to happen you may be doomed to suffer disappointment. 2) Word of Mouth can be the best way to find a painter to hire You may not personally know any miniatures painters but perhaps your friends do. Converse with your friends and with people you trust online to discern who they used. Ask them to share their experiences with you including the bad ones. Discover what they liked and disliked about a given miniatures painter. Learn what the person painted. You may be successful hiring a painter out of the blue without any foreknowledge of them but don’t bet on it. 3) Communicate your needs, desires, and wants to the painter Be up front with the entire scope of the project including your expected timetable. Saying “I’m in no hurry” tells the painter they can put your project on the back burner whenever they want, be truthful with your expectations but also realistic.  It takes longer and costs more to paint Napoleonic soldiers than it does a bunch of unclothed Zulu warriors. 4) Have a written agreement with the painter. Be sure it protects BOTH of you.  It should state the scope of the project, terms of payment, and deadlines. Don’t expect the project to go sour.  But, sometimes things come up and sometimes people are dishonest. The contract or agreement can offer recourse to you if the painter fails to achieve the project. It also gives the painter options if you fail to follow through. 5) Understand what you’re getting into and how the painter works If the painter has never painted an entire army of 100+ models before maybe you shouldn’t be their first. If you want someone to paint WW2 models, then it might not be a good idea to hire someone who predominantly paints Napoleonics. In other words know the painter’s style. Also realize that the project may cost slightly more than your quote. Making a lot of modifications or requiring more work to be done after the project begins can increase cost, It can be very expensive to hire someone to paint your models. Don’t spend more than you can afford.  Even if you have buckets of money only spend what you can. Future Episodes I’ll look at this topic down the road from the point of view of minis painters and that of customers.  You can be sure that I’ll have more tips to share with you in those episodes. Mailbag   Via our Facebook page: Listener Richard said of Ep 162 Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge  “If he played as badly as me it wouldn’t help. I find my hobby is a way to relax and separate myself from work and life – you need something to occupy your mind, stops you dwelling on things ;)” 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, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio.[...]

Pokemon GO is the hottest game to hit your smartphone this summer.  Learn more about the players you see walking around with their noses in their phones.  You may be surprised by some of the game’s benefits. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Pokemon GO website Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge – Wargaming Recon #162 TSR Podcast Network 3 Positives of Playing Pokemon GO Gets people outside Encourages physical activity Players get to interact with other people in person 2 Negatives of Playing Pokemon GO The game relies on GPS data in order to play. Logging into the game via a Google account gives the developers access to EVERYTHING in your Google account. Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Galen said of Episode 162: Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge “I do the same thing.” David also said of Episode 162: Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge “I think a lot of us do a similar thing with our wargames.” 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 Donate to Wargaming Recon 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. Custom Dice ($18 USD per set of 6) Get your set of 6 wooden custom Wargaming Recon six-sided dice by supporting the show on PATREON.  For only $18 USD Jonathan will mail you one set of these custom dice. Many thanks to Christopher Rhett for designing and producing these custom dice. 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 sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. 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 [at] WargamingRecon [dot] 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). Our Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. 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. The [...]

Pokemon GO is the hottest game to hit your smartphone this summer.  Learn more about the players you see walking around with their noses in their phones.  You may be surprised by some of the game’s benefits. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Pokemon GO website Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge – Wargaming Recon #162 TSR Podcast Network 3 Positives of Playing Pokemon GO Gets people outside Encourages physical activity Players get to interact with other people in person 2 Negatives of Playing Pokemon GO The game relies on GPS data in order to play. Logging into the game via a Google account gives the developers access to EVERYTHING in your Google account. Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Galen said of Episode 162: Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge “I do the same thing.” David also said of Episode 162: Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge “I think a lot of us do a similar thing with our wargames.” 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 Donate to Wargaming Recon 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. Custom Dice ($18 USD per set of 6) Get your set of 6 wooden custom Wargaming Recon six-sided dice by supporting the show on PATREON.  For only $18 USD Jonathan will mail you one set of these custom dice. Many thanks to Christopher Rhett for designing and producing these custom dice. 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 sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. 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 [at] WargamingRecon [dot] 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). Our Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. 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. The [...]

Joshua Shoobridge uses wargaming as a salve for his environmentally induced depression.  Learn some of his methods and perhaps they could help you or someone you know. Please note this disclaimer.  Joshua and I are NOT medical professionals.  We are NOT providing medical advice, care, or treatment.  If you or someone you know suffers from a medical illness please seek professional help immediately. If you or anyone you know suffers from depression you may find help from the Samaritans.  Call them 24 hours a day at (212) 673-3000 or visit The Samaritans 24-Hour Crisis Hotline website. Links to Items Discussed on the Show The Samaritans 24-Hour Crisis Hotline The Hobby Desk Episode 6 Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter with Joseph Piddington Ep 161 TSR Podcast Network 5 Ways Wargaming Helps Joshua’s Depression Makes order out of chaos (Star Wars Syndrome Effect) Is something he can control Serves as an escape from reality Gaming with others forces him to be social and extroverted Provides a sense of community   Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Richard said of Episode 161: Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter with Joseph Piddington “It would have been nice to see people like Richard Clarke (Toofatlardies) totally inovative and have charged our hobby IMHO, other scale manufacturers – 10, 15 or 20mm maybe too rather than just Warlord or the Perrys (who get plenty of publicity on their own)” 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 Donate to Wargaming Recon 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. Custom Dice ($18 USD per set of 6) Get your set of 6 wooden custom Wargaming Recon six-sided dice by supporting the show on PATREON.  For only $18 USD Jonathan will mail you one set of these custom dice. Many thanks to Christopher Rhett for designing and producing these custom dice. 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 sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. 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 [at] WargamingRecon [dot] com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Se[...]

Joshua Shoobridge uses wargaming as a salve for his environmentally induced depression.  Learn some of his methods and perhaps they could help you or someone you know. Please note this disclaimer.  Joshua and I are NOT medical professionals.  We are NOT providing medical advice, care, or treatment.  If you or someone you know suffers from a medical illness please seek professional help immediately. If you or anyone you know suffers from depression you may find help from the Samaritans.  Call them 24 hours a day at (212) 673-3000 or visit The Samaritans 24-Hour Crisis Hotline website. Links to Items Discussed on the Show The Samaritans 24-Hour Crisis Hotline The Hobby Desk Episode 6 Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter with Joseph Piddington Ep 161 TSR Podcast Network 5 Ways Wargaming Helps Joshua’s Depression Makes order out of chaos (Star Wars Syndrome Effect) Is something he can control Serves as an escape from reality Gaming with others forces him to be social and extroverted Provides a sense of community   Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Richard said of Episode 161: Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter with Joseph Piddington “It would have been nice to see people like Richard Clarke (Toofatlardies) totally inovative and have charged our hobby IMHO, other scale manufacturers – 10, 15 or 20mm maybe too rather than just Warlord or the Perrys (who get plenty of publicity on their own)” 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 Donate to Wargaming Recon 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. Custom Dice ($18 USD per set of 6) Get your set of 6 wooden custom Wargaming Recon six-sided dice by supporting the show on PATREON.  For only $18 USD Jonathan will mail you one set of these custom dice. Many thanks to Christopher Rhett for designing and producing these custom dice. 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 sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. 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 [at] WargamingRecon [dot] com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Se[...]

Miniature Wargaming the Movie is the documentary you didn’t know you needed.  In order to fully realize the grander more evolved vision of director Joseph Piddington the film is launching a 2nd Kickstarter to complete its financing. With your help it will raise the final 10,000 GBP ($14,362 USD) necessary. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter Miniature Wargaming the Movie website Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 1st Kickstarter Miniature Wargaming the Movie – Wargaming Recon #148 TSR Podcast Network Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Tim said of Episode 160: Total War Warhammer “Sorry, but fantasy bores me something fierce.  Just not interested.” Andrew said of Episode 159: Huzzah 2016 “I need to see my calendar 0 but since I’m localish I might go.” 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 Donate to Wargaming Recon 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. Custom Dice ($18 USD per set of 6) Get your set of 6 wooden custom Wargaming Recon six-sided dice by supporting the show on PATREON.  For only $18 USD Jonathan will mail you one set of these custom dice. Many thanks to Christopher Rhett for designing and producing these custom dice. 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 sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. 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 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). Our Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. 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 comissions or bonuses from your actions on such links The post Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter with Joseph Piddington – Wargaming Recon #161 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The po[...]

Miniature Wargaming the Movie is the documentary you didn’t know you needed.  In order to fully realize the grander more evolved vision of director Joseph Piddington the film is launching a 2nd Kickstarter to complete its financing. With your help it will raise the final 10,000 GBP ($14,362 USD) necessary. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter Miniature Wargaming the Movie website Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 1st Kickstarter Miniature Wargaming the Movie – Wargaming Recon #148 TSR Podcast Network Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Tim said of Episode 160: Total War Warhammer “Sorry, but fantasy bores me something fierce.  Just not interested.” Andrew said of Episode 159: Huzzah 2016 “I need to see my calendar 0 but since I’m localish I might go.” 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 Donate to Wargaming Recon 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. Custom Dice ($18 USD per set of 6) Get your set of 6 wooden custom Wargaming Recon six-sided dice by supporting the show on PATREON.  For only $18 USD Jonathan will mail you one set of these custom dice. Many thanks to Christopher Rhett for designing and producing these custom dice. 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 sponsor for the show. So grateful for their support. 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 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). Our Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. 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 comissions or bonuses from your actions on such links The post Miniature Wargaming the Movie’s 2nd Kickstarter with Joseph Piddington – Wargaming Recon #161 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The po[...]

Total War: Warhammer is a delightful blending of the Total War engine with the Warhammer Fantasy world. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Total War: Warhammer $59.99 on Amazon (affiliate link) Total War: Warhammer $59.99 on Steam TSR Podcast Network Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Adrian said of Episode 159: Huzzah 2016 “One of your most compelling episodes ever.” Via G+: Jack Sarge said “I have enjoyed a number of the “Total War” PC games over the years, (particularly player created mods), but this is not my thing, but I can see how Warhammer fans would be excited :-)” 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. 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 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). Our Theme Song “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. The post Total War Warhammer – Wargaming Recon #160 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Total War Warhammer – Wargaming Recon #160 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.