Gladius Publications with Henry Hyde – Wargaming Recon #166

Gladius Publications with Henry Hyde – Wargaming Recon #166 Download (3666)

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

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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.

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10 Years of Wargaming Recon – Wargaming Recon #165

10 Years of Wargaming Recon – Wargaming Recon #165 Download (3713)

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

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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.

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5 Tips for Hiring a Miniatures Painter – Wargaming Recon #164

5 Tips for Hiring a Miniatures Painter - Wargaming Recon #164 Download (3395)

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

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Wargaming Against Depression with Joshua Shoobridge – Wargaming Recon #162

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Joshua Shoobridge of The Hobby Desk Podcast

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.

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