Shot And Shield Wargaming Podcast

The primary focus of this podcast episode centers on an in-depth exploration of the War of 1812, a conflict often overshadowed by the American Revolution and the Civil War. I delve into the origins, pivotal battles, and the broader implications of this war, which served to reshape national identities and geopolitical landscapes in North America. Emphasizing the significance of wargaming, I also di...

This discourse elucidates the profound complexities surrounding the Zulu nation and its historical significance, particularly in relation to colonial warfare. The principal contention posits that the Zulu military innovations during the 19th century, spearheaded by the formidable leader Shaka Zulu, not only transformed indigenous warfare techniques but also posed a formidable challenge to British...

The Lord Scott returns with another riveting episode of Shot and Shield. Scott catches up on a bunch of email, and is joined by Dr. Chris Brice to answer a specific email and have some fun with hypothetical history. Scott introduces his first "Scott-A-Torial" on the subject of shipping, handling and tariff costs. There is also of review of the 1898 Minitures line of Spanish American War figurines...

In the new Season of Shot and Shield, His Royal Marquis of Middle Florida, Scott recaps the last few months, details the Gaming of Borneo Pirates in the 1840's, reviews the new line of Italian Colonial Miniatures from Pontoonier Minatures, and offers up a vintage presentation featuring the Mexican Revolution and Viva Zapata! Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following th...

In the September 2024 episode of Shot and Shield, your royal host interviews Wendell Schollander about his new book French Republics Fighting Men (1880-1914) which is available on Amazon, then another Wargamers Movie Review of the 1976 Classic! Shout at the Devil starring Sir Roger Moore and Lee Marvin set in East Africa during the run up to WW1. Also, a special Audio Archelogical find from the Vi...

The primary focus of this podcast episode is the intricate world of colonial and 19th-century wargaming, particularly through the lens of the hosts' experiences and insights. Throughout the discussion, we delve into the challenges faced during the production of the podcast, reflecting on personal setbacks and technical difficulties encountered along the way. We also explore the exciting new rule s...

In this Episode of the Shot and Shield Podcast, Scott bust out a review of the Ridley Scott Epic Movie, Napoleon starring Joaquin Phoenix plus emails and a trip to Port of Call: Egypt. Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Back from Hiatus, The Grand Duke Scott is ready to bring the mini! ... In this episode, lots of emails, a look at Gaming Australia and some Australian produced Vintage Radio. Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this Bonus Episode, the October Review Revolution and “10 Reviews That Shook the World!” continues with 3 reviews. A review of the boardgame called “Revolution of 1828.”, then a review of the 1953 Rock Hudson Classic, Seminole and a game from the App Store called "Colonies At War”. Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac...

In the October 2023 Shot and Shield Supercast, your host, the Grand Duke Scott has a special presentation that will last all month. "10 Reviews That Shook The World" ... 10 Reviews of Books, Games, Miniatures and Movies that will drop each week starting with this episode featuring a review of Tiger Miniatures selection of Dutch Colonial Figures and the book "Commander Will Cushing" by Jamie Malano...

The Grand Duke Scott in joined once again to talk about Uniforms and Colors, and assorted shenanigans with the Friar of 54mm, Wargaming’s very own Bon Vivant, and the best dressed man on Facebook, Claude Bailey. Your host will review a set of Naval Combat Rules for the 19th Century called “Ram Anything Painted Gray” by Prior Aelred Glidden ( DOWNLOAD FOR FREE HERE ) plus your emails and another ar...

In the late but ever potent, August '23 episode of the Shot and Shield podcast, your host struggles with his voice to give the best he can with a Watch-A-Long of the new Napoleon movie trailer, and a homage to the Canadian Mounted Police and the Great White North in Wargaming! Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https:...

In the July '23 Episode of the Shot and Shield Supercast, the Duke Scott reviews the episode "Sharpe's Eagle" from the series in celebration of 14 episodes being on the SnS Youtube channel. The Good Duke, also reviews the Greek War of Independence Line of Miniatures from Steve Barber Models, then he goes Gaming the Wars of South America and presents, not one but two classic news reports from the A...

In the June '23 episode of the Shot and Shield Supercast, Our good Duke Scott gets all giddy over Tyrone Powers during the movie review of the 1950 Classic, King of the Kyber Rifles. Also, he answers a bunch of email that includes questions regarding Solo Wargaming, Is Wargaming Considered Art and more, including helping a new wargamer start their journey with the help of the Second Boer War. Duke...

In this presentation of the Shot and Shield Supercast, The Grand Duke Scott presents a review of the 1980 Anthony Quinn classic, Lion of the Desert; A Synopsis of gaming U.S. Marines at the turn of the century; your emails; digs up a fantastic vintage program called "You Are There" regarding the topic of Maximilian of Mexico in 1867; a special scenario builder and a return of the Watchalong with a...

In this day late episode of the Shot and Shield Supercast, The Grand Duke Scott is joined by Claude Bailey, Wargaming's very own Bon Vivant, to sift thru a plethora of email that Scott has recieved in the last month. Scott needed some reinforcements, and boy, he got it! Also, by request, a repeat of Under 2 Flags, the French Foreign Legion Classic. The show is a little late, but well worth it! Ple...

In the March '23 episode of the Shot and Shield Supercast, The Duke Scott is joined by the Editor and Chief of The Muskets to Maxim Series of books from Helion & Co. Publishers to talk about some of the upcoming titles that you will be interested in. The Big Large Duke will also respond to your emails and tweets plus a very special old time radio feature in regards to Napoleon. Another must li...

In this bonus episode of the Shot and Shield Podcast, Scott is joined by Alan Curtis to discuss his book, From The Atacam to the Andes, Battles of the War of the Pacific 1879-1883 from Helion & Co. Publishers. From the Atacama to the Andes  tells the brutal struggle between two sides to control the wealth of the Atacama and for retention of Bolivia’s coast. The result was that Chile gaine...

In the February edition of the Shot and Shield Supercast, The Duke Scott will be speaking with friend of the podcast, and co-author of Blood & Steel, Victorian Age Combat 1937-1901, Edgar Pabon as he has a couple of cool things to announce. The Big Round Duke will review the 1969 classic staring John Wayne and Rock Hudson, The Undefeated. On deck is a special Rudyard Kipling adaption of his st...

Enclosed in the New Year's 2023 episode of the Shot and Shield Podcast is a review of the 1975 Ne'er Do Well Classic, Royal Flash, and a Archeological Audio discovery from The Cavalcade of America featuring Errol Flynn riding out to certain doom in the wild west plus a great conversation with friend of the podcast, Chris Pringle, as we discuss his ruleset "Bloody Big Battles" Mentioned in this epi...

Great Friend of the Supercast, Gurinder Singh Mann joins Scott to discuss his most recent book, THE RISE OF THE SIKH SOLDIER, The Sikh Warrior through the ages, c1700-1900 From Musket to Maxim 1815-1914 Series | Military History Books | Helion & Company Only 4 segments in this episode including your emails, Top 5 reveal and a radio archive performance of Beau Brummel. Thank you for listening a...

In this episode of the Shot and Shield Supercast, a very hoarse Lord Scott breaks down what it takes to game the Anglo-Persian War of 1856. Also, A Top 5 reveal, a review of the 1975 Mini-Series "Edward the Seventh", emails answered and a very special adaption found in the old time radio vault. Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis...

The October Supercast is chock full of information about colonial Wargaming on the African continent plus a report about the host’s experience at Hurricon 2022 in Orlando. Also in this episode, the results of the gambling question, a new Top 5, answering emails and a classic radio adventure, King Solomon’s Mines. Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party se...

In the September edition of Shot and Shield, The Lord Scott is joined by friend of the podcast, Claude Bailey to talk about Gambling in Wargaming. Also on the agenda is a Top 5, Audio Archeological find about Tolstoy and Kipling, Email answers and movie review of Gunga Din. Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://a...

In the August Episode of the Shot and Shield Supercast, Scott games the Haitian Revolution with you and includes a very special "You Are There!" vintage radio piece about Toussant Louverture. Also included in this edition is a movie review for the 1950 Classic "Tripoli" as well as a new scenario entitled "Scramble!" plus your emails answered! Please enjoy! Mentioned in this episode: NETWORK TAG Th...