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Ep. 30 General Orders and Rebel Fury This episode there was no interview, but a dive into two very different games. The podcast is available through Apple, Spotify, Google and all the usual places. It's also available directly on the website. For those looking for the video version, it's available on youtube . Here's links to other things mentioned this episode: San Diego Histcon is...

  Pushing Cardboard #29     The two big features this episode were my interview with Vez Arponen , designer of All Bridges Burning and the upcoming Order and Oportunity , and a look at the latest game in the Panzer series, North Africa .  I'm happy to say this episode of Pushing Cardboard is sponsored by Noble Knight Games. Click here to go to their storefront. This link will let them know I...

This episode features an interview with designer Sam London, who's new game Firefight Tactical is burning up the P500 list. As well, I'll compare two games on the battle of Gazala in WWII. The Cauldron from Roger Miller and Revolution Games, and Operation Theseus from Vuca Simulations. As well, there will be the usual news, tips for newbies, and general wargaming chatter. Some links to t...

This episode features an interview with David Thompson , co-designer or designer of many series including Undaunted, Pavlov's House, War Chest, and General Orders: WWII. As well, we take a look back at 2023 with a few best of lists and polls, and check in on what's up for 2024. And of course, there's all the news, newbie tips, kudos and rants you'vew come to expect. There'...

This episode features an interview with Kevin Bertram , head honcho at Fort Circle Games and designer of their initial release, The Shores of Tripol i. As well, we take a good look at Napoleon 1807 from Shakos Games . On top of that, there is news of our new newsletter as well as a scattering of news from around the hobby, and the usual chatter about things that catch this magpie's eye. Suppo...

Pushing Cardboard starts its third season with a look at Grant's recent trip to SD Histcon as well as an interview with designer Jason Matthews. Plus: newbie tips, books, news and all the usual wargaming chatter. *** In this episode I strayed from my usual infallibility and made at least two factual errors. Brian Train’s game on RTT is of course Algeria, not Angola. And the most recent Shakos...

This episode features an interview with long distance gaming buddy Will Bauer. We talk all things Levy and Campaign. As well, there are all the usual ramblings and mutterings, and a new segment for new players. Links to a few things mentioned in the podcast: Compass Games catalogue Lock n Load post  Heroes of Normandie post Unboxing Clash of Carriers Unboxing Downfall Not mentioned: Check out my l...

This episode features a comparison of two games set in North Africa in WWII: Desert Victory by Trevor Bender and C3i magazine Afrika Korps by Charles S Roberts and Avalon Hill We'll take a look at both and see where we're at with gaming this theater. As well, I'll have news, a look at what I've been playing, what new games came in and the usual chatter. And finally, I have a fe...

A format departure this episode as Grant looks at four of his favourite games set in the first air war. Richthofen's War Ace of Aces Dawn Patrol Eagles in the Sky As well, his usual roundup of what's new, what he's been playing, and general wargame chatter. Support the show

Another full episode! We have an interview with Sean Druelinger, designer of Point Blank: V is for Victory. And look at Commands and Colors: Napoleonics as it gets ready for its big repackaging. And I rant against anyone who slags Avalon Hill.  And of course, news, chatter, what's on the table and all your favourite wargaming goodness. Support the show

I recently had the chance to sit down with Roger Miller, one of the co-owners of Revolution Games, to discuss the world of wargame publishing and game design. Our conversation took us through his journey from playing his first wargame in 1975 to becoming a publisher, as well as the development of the innovative Blind Swords series and the upcoming game, Shiloh. We also touched on the challenges of...

Primarily an interview with Jerry West , designer of Atlantic Chase as well as the Skies Aboves series and the Enemy Coast Ahead series. As well, news and notes from the world of wargaming. Support the show

A one-two punch of WWII games that have been re-released in fancy new editions. Task Force: Carrier Battles in the Pacific from Vuca Simulations The Russian Campaign: Deluxe 5th Edition from GMT Plus what's news, what's new, what's on the table, and more. The Russian Campaign: - For those wanting a closer look at the components, my unboxing - For those looking for pdfs of the old AH...

This episode we discuss A GREATER VICTORY from Revolution Games, and BORDER STATES from Shakos games. As well, the usual news and chatter about what I've been playing, the deluge of new games that have arrived in the new year, favourites from last year, and the endless calls for entry level games. Mentioned in the episode: San Diego HistCon Spring online convention Pushing Cardboard Discord s...

Brant from the Armchair Dragoons asked me to host a two hours slot for their Online Wargame Convention . I asked Harold Buchanan to be my guest, and he brought a couple more surprise guests with him, Jason Matthews and Brian Train . It's a long rambling conversation, but it's all about wargames. This was a bit of a bonus episode. We'll be back in a week or so with a regular show fea...

In this episode:  Interview with Trevor Bender , designer of the upcoming Desert Victory A dive into Saladin from Shakos   And links:   C3i  magazine Pushing Cardboard Discord server wargamers.social on Mastodon pushingcardboard.com polls pushingcardboard.com top 5 of 2022 Support the show

Happy One Year Anniversay to us! In this episode we look back at the past year, and then feature an interview with wargaming hobby jack-of-all-trades Steve Carey. Steve is the designer of the latest game in the Blind Swords series from Revolution Games, and is also at work on the next volume. As well, the usual wargame chatter. Also mentioned: Armchair Dragoons podcast Support the show

An interview with Kai Jensen , wife of much loved designer Chad Jensen, and new full-time GMT employee. We talk about what she's doing with the designs that remain after Chad's death. A recap of all the wargames I played and people I met at GMT's fall Weekend at the Warehouse . Also mentioned: https://www.rally-the-troops.com  https://www.youtube.com/user/ardwulfslair  Support the s...

 ***Vuca are not based in Italy. Germany! Mea culpa.*** Episode 12 in which we discuss:  Battle of Kursk: The Tigers are Burning   Hammer of the Scots  IKEA  Good gaming partners  Co-op vs Comptetive gaming.  And all the wargaming yammer you crave. http://pushingcardboard.com Support the show

Another whack of wargaming audio for your ears. This episode we talk about Undaunted: Normandy and Hands in the Sea . Two very different card games, neither from the traditional card driven game roots. As well, the regular what's on the table and wargame chatter. Support the show

More wargaming goodness: Death of an Army: Ypres 1914 Storm over Stalingrad Plus books, what's on the table, what's new, and bouquets and brickbats. Support the show

Another two wargames this episode: Stonewall's Sword and Rommel in the Desert Plus all the regular wargame chatter you're used to by now. Support the show

More wargaming goodness! Today we look at two games on the war of 1812: 1812: The Invasion of Canada Amateurs to Arms! Plus what's new, what's on the table, and all the other cardboard pushing goodness you love. Support the show

Wargames, wargames, wargames! This episode we feature two games:   Swords Around the Throne   The Last Hundred Yards Mentioned in the episode: Swords Around the Throne Unboxing - Pushing Cardboard Podcasts – The History of England Online Tournament for The Shores of Tripoli - Early Details | BoardGameGeek Support the show

Let's talk about area impulse wargames, with a deep dive into Stalingrad: Verdun on the Volga by Mike Rinella As well, the usual chatter about what's new, what's on the table, and what's happening. Pushing Cardboard is your wargaming HQ. Support the show