Podcasts – Wargaming Recon

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.

Huzzah 2016 was an amazing convention with lots of fun games.  Listen to learn more about the delightful events.  US Navy submariner joins this episode as a special guest. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Huzzah convention Maurice wargaming rules by Sam Mustafa TSR Podcast Network Games Played at Huzzah 2016 At the Gates of Prague GMed by Chris Parker using Maurice rules Skirmish at Princeton – 1777 GMed by Chris Parker using his Light Bobs rules Assault on the Strip GMed by Ken Eckhardt using Chain of Command rules The Battle of Hanghai GMed by Mike Paine using his homebrew rules Mailbag Via our Facebook page response to a photo of my daughter eating at Cracker Barrel: Sean B. said “Well, duh!  She’s right!” Donald H. said “Who am I to disagree?” 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 Huzzah 2016 – Wargaming Recon #159 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Huzzah 2016 – Wargaming Recon #159 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Huzzah 2016 was an amazing convention with lots of fun games.  Listen to learn more about the delightful events.  US Navy submariner joins this episode as a special guest. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Huzzah convention Maurice wargaming rules by Sam Mustafa TSR Podcast Network Games Played at Huzzah 2016 At the Gates of Prague GMed by Chris Parker using Maurice rules Skirmish at Princeton – 1777 GMed by Chris Parker using his Light Bobs rules Assault on the Strip GMed by Ken Eckhardt using Chain of Command rules The Battle of Hanghai GMed by Mike Paine using his homebrew rules Mailbag Via our Facebook page response to a photo of my daughter eating at Cracker Barrel: Sean B. said “Well, duh!  She’s right!” Donald H. said “Who am I to disagree?” 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 Huzzah 2016 – Wargaming Recon #159 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Huzzah 2016 – Wargaming Recon #159 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Moms love to game.  Here are some games that moms will enjoy playing with their kids of any age. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Stratego strategy board game $18.99 on Amazon (affiliate link) Zombie Dice game $9.31 on Amazon (affiliate link) Zombie Dice 2 Double Feature expansion game $7.98 on Amazon (affiliate link) Guillotine card game by Wizards of the Coast $13.57 on Amazon (affiliate link) Hanabi card game $9.48 on Amazon (affiliate link) Pandemic board game $29.39 on Amazon (affiliate link) Scatter Shot Painting service Facebook page Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Dave Livesey of the Wargames @ BattleShades FB group painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon Stuart Foley of Painted Wargame Figures also painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 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 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 Gaming with Mom – Wargaming Recon #158 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Gaming with Mom – Wargaming Recon #158 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.[...]

Moms love to game.  Here are some games that moms will enjoy playing with their kids of any age. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Stratego strategy board game $18.99 on Amazon (affiliate link) Zombie Dice game $9.31 on Amazon (affiliate link) Zombie Dice 2 Double Feature expansion game $7.98 on Amazon (affiliate link) Guillotine card game by Wizards of the Coast $13.57 on Amazon (affiliate link) Hanabi card game $9.48 on Amazon (affiliate link) Pandemic board game $29.39 on Amazon (affiliate link) Scatter Shot Painting service Facebook page Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Dave Livesey of the Wargames @ BattleShades FB group painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon Stuart Foley of Painted Wargame Figures also painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 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 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 Gaming with Mom – Wargaming Recon #158 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Gaming with Mom – Wargaming Recon #158 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.[...]

Game of Thrones by Fantasy Flight Games captures the feel of the conflict in Westeros.  Listen to learn more about this game and about some excitement for this year’s Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Game of Thrones board game $42.23 on Amazon (affiliate link) 1775 Rebellion board game $49.74 on Amazon (affiliate link) Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Dave Livesey of the Wargames @ BattleShades FB group painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon Stuart Foley of Painted Wargame Figures also painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 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 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 Game of Thrones and Board Game Night – Wargaming Recon #157 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Game of Thrones and Board Game Night – Wargaming Recon #157 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Game of Thrones by Fantasy Flight Games captures the feel of the conflict in Westeros.  Listen to learn more about this game and about some excitement for this year’s Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Game of Thrones board game $42.23 on Amazon (affiliate link) 1775 Rebellion board game $49.74 on Amazon (affiliate link) Mailbag Via our Facebook page: Dave Livesey of the Wargames @ BattleShades FB group painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon Stuart Foley of Painted Wargame Figures also painted a model for the Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 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 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 Game of Thrones and Board Game Night – Wargaming Recon #157 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Game of Thrones and Board Game Night – Wargaming Recon #157 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Crowdfunding can be a good way for wargamers to fund what they love doing….play games!  Learn how you can benefit and what you need to do to make it a success. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Start Your Patreon Campaign Kickstarter for Wargamers – Wargaming Recon #118 Pulp Wargaming Hanghai with Mike Paine – Wargaming Recon #152 How to Run a Convention Game with Mike Paine – Wargaming Recon #154 Adam Carriere’s Fencing Frog Blog Henry Hyde’s Henry’s Wargaming Journal Henry Hyde’s The Wars of the Faltenian Succession TableTopBattle’s Video Battle Reports TableTopBattle’s Patreon Campaign Ancient Roman Imperial Legion Explained Video on Facebook World War 1 Ancient Roman Reenactors Video on Facebook $20 Aurelian Unit Tiles by Sam Mustafa on DriveThruCards (affiliate link) Mailbag Via our Facebook page we shared a couple videos that have gone semi-viral: Ancient Roman Imperial Legion Explained Video on Facebook World War 1 Ancient Roman Reenactors Video on Facebook 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 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.c[...]

Crowdfunding can be a good way for wargamers to fund what they love doing….play games!  Learn how you can benefit and what you need to do to make it a success. Links to Items Discussed on the Show Start Your Patreon Campaign Kickstarter for Wargamers – Wargaming Recon #118 Pulp Wargaming Hanghai with Mike Paine – Wargaming Recon #152 How to Run a Convention Game with Mike Paine – Wargaming Recon #154 Adam Carriere’s Fencing Frog Blog Henry Hyde’s Henry’s Wargaming Journal Henry Hyde’s The Wars of the Faltenian Succession TableTopBattle’s Video Battle Reports TableTopBattle’s Patreon Campaign Ancient Roman Imperial Legion Explained Video on Facebook World War 1 Ancient Roman Reenactors Video on Facebook $20 Aurelian Unit Tiles by Sam Mustafa on DriveThruCards (affiliate link) Mailbag Via our Facebook page we shared a couple videos that have gone semi-viral: Ancient Roman Imperial Legion Explained Video on Facebook World War 1 Ancient Roman Reenactors Video on Facebook 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 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.c[...]

Knowing the best way to prep your game for a convention can be hard.  Fantastic GM Mike Paine shares how he does it. 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 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 H[...]

Knowing the best way to prep your game for a convention can be hard.  Fantastic GM Mike Paine shares how he does it. 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 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 H[...]

Being a wargamer parent is hard.  You’re pulled in different directions at the same time.  Try these five tips to be a successful wargamer dad (or mom). 5 Tips to be a Successful Wargamer Dad Put your child first Get creative Planning is key Communication is vital Technology is your friend 1) Put Your Child First Feels like common sense doesn’t it?  But, it may not always feel as simple as that.  Picture this.  You’re heading out the door to game with your friends in 30 minutes.  Your kid starts to have a meltdown.  Do you meet your commitment to your buddies?  Of course not!  You need to put that aside and tend to your little one.  In that moment you may feel stressed out and may even regret being unable to game.  Don’t worry.  The feeling will pass and in time you’ll be delighted you hung out with little one. 2) Get Creative May not be able to do things the way you always did.  If you’re used to painting for an hour each night that might have to go the way of the dodo.  No need to despair because you can approach it a different way.  Break the hobby into smaller chunks.  Paint while your child is napping, assemble models when they’re at school, game during your lunch break.  Switch from playing large scale games to skirmish or even solo games.  Try board games or electronic gaming. 3) Planning is Key Now that you have a kid you can’t run out to game at the spur of a moment.  If your buddy texts you when you’re leaving work asking you to game that night the answer probably has to be no.  In the past it was ok but things change.  You may have to pick up your kid from daycare, from sports, clubs, a friend’s house.  This is NOT the death of your gaming. With sufficient planning the odds increase for you to successfully game.  A calendar will become your best friend.  I use iCal and Google Calendar to coordinate my life.  You may prefer a different option.  Whatever you use it should be accessible wherever you are and it needs to be easy for you to use.  Use the calendar to help you coordinate with your significant other so you can find the time to paint models, build terrain, and game with friends. 4) Communication is Vital Even if you’re a single parent you are not in this alone.  There’s family, friends, and child caregivers in your life.  So, don’t act like a lone wolf thinking you can do it all without talking with other people. When you communicate with your significant other try asking instead of telling.  People don’t respond well to being told anything.  However, they’ll buy into it if you say “How do you feel about me going out Saturday afternoon to game with the guys?  I’ll be gone a couple hours.”  When you ask for the other person’s input the odds increase for you to successfully game. Don’t be afraid to compromise either.  If you really want to shut yourself away for a few hours to paint why not work out a deal with your spouse.  Offer to take care of the little one in the morning (get them dressed, feed them, change their diaper, take them to school, etc) if your better half watches them for the afternoon.  You may really want to disappear for the entire evening but you can agree on a few hours instead. 5) Technology is Your Friend Tech can be the tool that gives you the single best chance of gaming after you have a kid.  Free services like Doodle make it possible to quickly and easily schedule times to game with your buddies.  Mobile devices allow you to watch gaming videos, listen to gaming podcasts, and read product reviews no matter where you are. You can stay engaged through internet message boards, social media, and even e-mail.  A lot of this can be done while you’re in the bathroom, walking to the car, or watching your kid play hockey.  In fact I wouldn’t be able to do any of the gaming I currently do without available technology. Mailbag Via our Facebook page: List[...]

Being a wargamer parent is hard.  You’re pulled in different directions at the same time.  Try these five tips to be a successful wargamer dad (or mom). 5 Tips to be a Successful Wargamer Dad Put your child first Get creative Planning is key Communication is vital Technology is your friend 1) Put Your Child First Feels like common sense doesn’t it?  But, it may not always feel as simple as that.  Picture this.  You’re heading out the door to game with your friends in 30 minutes.  Your kid starts to have a meltdown.  Do you meet your commitment to your buddies?  Of course not!  You need to put that aside and tend to your little one.  In that moment you may feel stressed out and may even regret being unable to game.  Don’t worry.  The feeling will pass and in time you’ll be delighted you hung out with little one. 2) Get Creative May not be able to do things the way you always did.  If you’re used to painting for an hour each night that might have to go the way of the dodo.  No need to despair because you can approach it a different way.  Break the hobby into smaller chunks.  Paint while your child is napping, assemble models when they’re at school, game during your lunch break.  Switch from playing large scale games to skirmish or even solo games.  Try board games or electronic gaming. 3) Planning is Key Now that you have a kid you can’t run out to game at the spur of a moment.  If your buddy texts you when you’re leaving work asking you to game that night the answer probably has to be no.  In the past it was ok but things change.  You may have to pick up your kid from daycare, from sports, clubs, a friend’s house.  This is NOT the death of your gaming. With sufficient planning the odds increase for you to successfully game.  A calendar will become your best friend.  I use iCal and Google Calendar to coordinate my life.  You may prefer a different option.  Whatever you use it should be accessible wherever you are and it needs to be easy for you to use.  Use the calendar to help you coordinate with your significant other so you can find the time to paint models, build terrain, and game with friends. 4) Communication is Vital Even if you’re a single parent you are not in this alone.  There’s family, friends, and child caregivers in your life.  So, don’t act like a lone wolf thinking you can do it all without talking with other people. When you communicate with your significant other try asking instead of telling.  People don’t respond well to being told anything.  However, they’ll buy into it if you say “How do you feel about me going out Saturday afternoon to game with the guys?  I’ll be gone a couple hours.”  When you ask for the other person’s input the odds increase for you to successfully game. Don’t be afraid to compromise either.  If you really want to shut yourself away for a few hours to paint why not work out a deal with your spouse.  Offer to take care of the little one in the morning (get them dressed, feed them, change their diaper, take them to school, etc) if your better half watches them for the afternoon.  You may really want to disappear for the entire evening but you can agree on a few hours instead. 5) Technology is Your Friend Tech can be the tool that gives you the single best chance of gaming after you have a kid.  Free services like Doodle make it possible to quickly and easily schedule times to game with your buddies.  Mobile devices allow you to watch gaming videos, listen to gaming podcasts, and read product reviews no matter where you are. You can stay engaged through internet message boards, social media, and even e-mail.  A lot of this can be done while you’re in the bathroom, walking to the car, or watching your kid play hockey.  In fact I wouldn’t be able to do any of the gaming I currently do without available technology. Mailbag Via our Facebook page: List[...]

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.   TotalCon is one of the most exciting, entertaining, and enjoyable tabletop gaming conventions in New England.  They successfully combine RPGs, board games, old school RPGs, minis gaming, and live events together for a truly geeky time.  This year was the 30th anniversary for the convention.  We cover the con in this episode. 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” a[...]

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.   TotalCon is one of the most exciting, entertaining, and enjoyable tabletop gaming conventions in New England.  They successfully combine RPGs, board games, old school RPGs, minis gaming, and live events together for a truly geeky time.  This year was the 30th anniversary for the convention.  We cover the con in this episode. 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” a[...]