The SITREP Podcast

The Burst of the Gaming Bubble: An Industry in Flux Oct 19, 2024

Welcome to the SITREP Podcast! Join host Bill and the full crew as they dive into the latest episode discussing the state of the gaming industry. With insightful commentary from Dawn, Martin, Oriskany Jim, and Chris, this episode delves into the notion that the golden age of gaming is over. The team explores the bursting bubble of the gaming industry, touching on the decline of major players like CMON and Fantasy Flight Games, the impact of Kickstarter, and the shifting landscape for smaller companies.

As the gaming world adjusts post-COVID, the crew discusses the potential for one-piece miniatures, the resurgence of war games in a box, and the transition to virtual and mobile platforms. They also highlight the importance of adapting to new technologies and reaching broader audiences. With lively discussions and personal anecdotes, this episode provides a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities facing the gaming industry today.

Whether you're a historical wargaming enthusiast or just curious about the future of gaming, this episode is packed with insights and perspectives that will keep you engaged. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and join the SITREP Podcast for an engaging exploration of the evolving world of gaming.

Cracking the Code of Two-Player Starter Sets: A Deep Dive into Wargaming and Marketing Oct 05, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode of the SITREP Podcast, your go-to source for all things related to historical wargaming. In this engaging episode, our lively hosts, Chris, Oriskany Jim, Dawn, and Bill, come together to unravel the secrets behind what makes a great two-player starter set. With a focus on the marketing genius of Games Workshop, they delve into the art of creating the perfect gateway into the world of wargaming.

As the team goes live, they share their experiences and anecdotes from recent conventions like Autumn Wars in Bannockburn, Illinois, and Dragonfall in Lake Geneva. Amidst the vibrant discussions, they explore the impact of starter sets on the gaming community and the clever strategies that keep players coming back for more.

The conversation takes a twist as they tackle the recent controversies in the Magic: The Gathering community, highlighting the chaos and drama surrounding the banning of high-value cards. Join them as they navigate through the intricacies of the gaming world, offering insights and opinions on the ever-evolving landscape.

Grab your favorite beverage or paintbrush, and immerse yourself in this thought-provoking episode. Whether you're a seasoned wargamer or a curious newcomer, there's something for everyone in this lively discussion. Don't miss out on the laughter, insights, and camaraderie that make the SITREP Podcast a must-listen for gaming enthusiasts.

Tech Troubles and Community Ties Sep 21, 2024

Welcome to today's episode where we dive into a series of technical challenges and heartwarming community efforts. The team struggles with some technical issues but manages to get the show live across various platforms. We also discuss the absence of some key members due to work commitments and technical difficulties.

Our conversation shifts to the importance of community in the gaming world, highlighting some unfortunate news about Paul Sawyer from Warlord Games and Mel the Terrain Tutor. We discuss their health and financial challenges and how the community is coming together to support them.

We also touch on various gaming topics, including upcoming conventions, new game releases, and the significance of two-player starter sets. Join us as we navigate through these topics and more in this packed episode!

Creating the Ultimate Game Store: A Gamer's Dream Aug 24, 2024

Join the SITREP podcast team as they dive into the world of gaming and discuss what makes the perfect game store. From clean bathrooms to thematic rooms, a pub, and immersive experiences, the team shares their creative and practical ideas for an ideal gaming environment.

Jim, Chris, Dawn, and Bill explore various elements that can elevate a game store experience, including dedicated rooms for different genres, a maker spot for 3D printing and laser cutting, demo days for trying new games, and even a pub serving coffee and beer. They emphasize the importance of community input and creating an atmosphere that gamers love to return to.

Tune in for an engaging discussion filled with nostalgia, humor, and innovative ideas that could transform any game store into a gamer's paradise. Whether you're a fan of historical wargaming, sci-fi, or fantasy, this episode has something for everyone.

Do You FOMO - SITREP Podcast Episode Aug 10, 2024

Welcome to the SITREP podcast! Join the whole crew as we dive into the world of tabletop gaming, discussing everything from historical gaming to fantasy and sci-fi. In this episode, we delve into the topic of FOMO (fear of missing out) in the midst of convention season. Discover some exciting news pieces, including a special announcement that might surprise even our regulars!

In addition to our main discussion, we catch up on the latest happenings, including recent games and projects. From painting and 3D printing to major convention updates and new game releases, we cover it all. Tune in for a lively chat with our hosts and get ready to explore the dynamic world of tabletop gaming.

Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the hobby, grab your favorite beverage and join us for an engaging and informative episode. Let's hit it!

SITREP Podcast: Are Tournament Rules Killing the Fun? Jul 27, 2024

Welcome to another exciting episode of the SITREP Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything wargaming and tabletop gaming! In today's episode, we delve into the world of rules and tournaments. Joining us are Dawn, Marty, Chris, and Jim (who's off playing Marine today). We kick off with some updates from our personal hobbies and gaming experiences, including the latest on Magic: The Gathering and Warhammer.

As we shift gears, we dive into a heated discussion: Are rules and tournaments a buzzkill in the gaming community? Inspired by a recent video from Vanguard Tactics, we explore the fine line between competitive gaming and the joy of playing for fun. We also touch on the broader impacts of major gaming companies like Asmodee and Hasbro on the community.

Whether you're a casual gamer or a hardcore competitor, this episode offers something for everyone. Tune in for a lively discussion, some laughs, and a whole lot of gaming insights!

Battle-Ready Banter: Unleashing the Perfect Wargaming Scale Jun 29, 2024

Welcome to another action-packed episode of the SITREP Podcast! Today, we have Jim joining us from a secret remote location across the country. We delve into the ideal scale for tabletop wargaming, discussing everything from 54mm gladiatorial combat to the intricacies of 6mm epic battles. We also talk about the impressive new releases from Spectre Miniatures, the latest from Age of Sigmar, and the upcoming Port Royal Campaign from Firelock Games.

In our news segment, Marty brings us updates on the new Firefight Edge of Sanity two-player set from Mantic Games, the transition of Warmachine to Steamforged, and the much-anticipated arrival of CMON Comic Volume 2 in the U.S. Plus, we have some breaking news about Historicon that you won't want to miss!

Grab your favorite beverage or brush, and let's hit it!

Navigating the Future of Tabletop Gaming: Industry Shifts and Engaging the Next Generation Jun 29, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode of the SITREP Podcast! Join us as we dive into some significant news shaking up the gaming industry. We'll cover the surprising announcements from Atomic Mass Games and Asmodee about the discontinuation of Star Wars X-Wing and Armada, and explore the future of War Machine as it transitions to Steamforged Games.

Additionally, we discuss the challenge of attracting younger players to tabletop games in an era dominated by video games. Discover insightful strategies and game recommendations designed to capture the interest of the next generation. From leveraging popular IPs like Halo to exploring historical and fantasy games, we cover it all.

So grab your favorite beverage or brush, and let's hit it!

Team Building, Big Announcements, and Hobby Adventures Jun 02, 2024

Historical Gaming Highlights and Projects Unveiled Jun 02, 2024

Good morning, everyone. It's Bill. Hey, it's Dawn. And we are coming to you for a special Sunday edition of the SITREP podcast. Today, we're going to catch up on everything hobbyish. Jim joins us as we discuss UK Games Expo coverage and other wargaming news.

In this episode, Jim shares updates on his recent Anzio game tables and upcoming projects, including a focus on the Saipan invasion. We also delve into the challenges of building and maintaining gaming supplies, like superglue mishaps.

Bill and Dawn discuss their new venture into printing custom gaming merchandise and share some of their creative designs. We also introduce a gaming wheel to diversify our gaming experiences, with suggestions from our audience.

Our main topic explores why we play historical games versus other genres. Jim emphasizes the meaning and grounding historical games provide, while Bill enjoys the underdog scenarios and the what-ifs of changing history. Dawn shares her perspective on the approachability of historical games.

We revisit some of our memorable projects, including the 13 days to 13 hours Benghazi project, and discuss the planning and execution involved in such large-scale endeavors. We also touch on potential future projects and the importance of balancing historical accuracy with entertainment.

Join us for an engaging discussion on the world of historical wargaming and our journey in this fascinating hobby.

The Evolution of Tabletop Gaming and Innovations Shaping The Industry May 18, 2024

Join hosts Bill and Dawn in a fascinating episode of the SITREP Podcast as they delve into the world of tabletop gaming and the remarkable effect of 3D printing on the industry's evolution. As they discuss the challenges and improvements of new technologies, they also shed light on the exciting new game, 'Blackout', from Enemy Spotted Studios. Listen to their shared experiences of assembling and painting games from scratch, alongside a discussion of future projects and gaming activities.

The pair explores well-known offerings from Warlord Games and Dave Taylor’s latest Kickstarter project, providing insights for both experienced gamers and beginners. The variety extends to both historical eras and more modern times, from Hannibal and Romans to D-Day sets and innovative MDF laser-cut terrains. Whether you’re into classic war eras or fascinated by miniature painting projects, there's something for everyone.

This podcast episode also navigates the dynamics of game nights, crowdfunding platforms, and features reviews of the new game 'Sorcery'. The hosts express their affinity for the 'Farsight' faction from the 'Tau Empire' in the 40K realm and discuss the upcoming release of 'Warcrow' from Corvus Belli. Participate in the conversation to decide on the best military set for epic World War II battles.

Lastly, the hosts introduce the idea of a 'Wheel of Games', an inventive approach to choosing games for the evening. From painting techniques to offbeat discussions about gaming terminologies, tune in for an insight-laden and entertaining chat on this gaming adventure. Be a part of our casual, ongoing gaming dialogue and get ready for a fun, interactive gaming experience.

Wargaming Venue Shifts and Tactical Adaptation May 18, 2024

Join us for an insightful episode of the Sitrep Podcast, where we traverse the big changes to our favored historical wargaming event – Adepticon! We take a close look at the venue shift from Schaumburg to Milwaukee, discussing the pros and cons of this significant decision.

Learn how the comprehensive renovation and larger space of the new Baird Center can enhance the Adepticon experience by bringing all activities under one roof. However, we also address potential issues like the lack of on-site hotels and parking at the new location, and its potential impact on local and international attendees.

Dive deep into discussions about Atomic Mass Games’ tournament plans, celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Anzio breakout, and join in the anticipation of a new 3D printer. Enjoy candid exchanges on travel norms, venue availability, and discover remarkable 28mm figures based on the Battle of Arnhem in 1944.

Further, we explore recreating Operation Market Garden and understanding urban skirmishes, as well as anticipating the latest releases of World Of Warcraft and Bolt Action. Celebrate with us as we cross 1700 subscribers and also look forward to potential meetups, events like Historicon, and discussions on games such as 'Undaunted'.

In this thought-provoking episode, we critique popular games like Bolt Action, delve into American Revolution narratives, and talk about real-life visits to battlefield sites. Through the episode, lose yourself in the fascinating world of the past, with rich storytelling that brings history to life. Get ready to connect the dots of the past in the present and make this a thrilling experience you won't want to miss!

Solo Wargaming, Is It For You? Feb 24, 2024

Get ready to immerse in the mesmerizing world of wargaming with the SITREP Podcast. This episode provides an in-depth exploration of solo wargaming and discusses unique experiences with the game Age of Sigmar. Join Bill, Dawn, Chris, and Marnie as they delve into a compelling conversation about their recent late-night AOS gaming session.

Listen to a comprehensive discussion on the broad scope of solo wargaming, from painting tutorials to game playthroughs, and gain the latest insights into wargaming news and reviews. The episode features hearty laughs, friendly banter, and heartwarming reminiscences, painting a vivid picture of the close-knit wargaming community.

This episode takes a deep dive into unique games like Battlespace, Star Trek Ascendancy, and Achtung Panzer. Expounding on pre-orders from WizKids and on Kickstarter, we explore intricate gameplay details, faction selection strategies, and key features of these solo wargame picks.

Gain unique insights as we delve into the current state and future projection of the gaming community. Listen to firsthand experiences discussing the challenges in the gaming industry and the dynamics of the gaming community amongst different companies.

Whether you are an experienced solo gamer or exploring the single-player gaming world, this podcast episode offers unique perspectives, keen insights, and passionate exploration of everything wargaming.

Discover why war gaming enthusiasts and newcomers alike should not miss this episode of the SITREP Podcast. Dive in expectantly as we talk about everything from Warhammer discussions, a preview into Age of Sigmar, strategies, and upcoming war games from Enemy Spotted Studio. Plus get a sneak peek into our adventures at Adepticon and tune in to gaming insights straight from the heart of the community.

When is Enough, Enough? Feb 10, 2024

In this enlightening episode of the SITREP Podcast, join us as we dive deep into the art of historical wargaming. We explore the balance between enjoying games and the continuous need to acquire accessories. Sharing experiences from gaming exploits, we take a dive into our recent projects, and celebratory announcements, to the significance of historical events like the Battle of Anzio in wargaming. Immerse yourself in this riveting exploration of military history, important insights about assembling models, considerations in gaming and maintaining your gaming equipment. We close off this episode with a spotlight on Firelock Games' World War One game - Blood and Valor and their latest downloadable additions.

Board Games, Tank Battles, and Historical Elixirs: A Deep Dive into War Gaming Experiences

This episode takes you through the enchanting realm of wargaming, as we explore a blend of historical-focused games, modern board games, and the rising popularity of sci-fi gaming genres. Uncover the unique features of the 28 millimeter American Civil War miniatures from Warlord Games, delve into the enhanced gameplays from Spectre Miniatures and get familiar with the Song of Ice and Fire Tactics game. Dive into the captivating world of Mantic Games and their promise of an exciting entrant in the realm of sci-fi epic scale, and explore the innovation in 3D printable terrain technology from Rugged Hills Design. This episode is a must-listen for every tabletop wargaming enthusiast.

Warhammer, BattleTech and Dark Star: A Gaming Tour Through Decades

Uncover the fascinating world of wargames in this riveting podcast episode. Traverse through the captivating universe of Warhammer 40K, recount amusing anecdotes and personal experiences. Dive into BattleTech's lasting influence, its intricate game details, and the market dynamics that have kept it a beloved mainstay. Explore traditional 80s gaming with Dark Star and its unique approach. Ending on a note of nostalgia, we also discuss the surge of pre-orders for new games and upcoming anniversaries like Dungeons & Dragons' 50th. This episode is a potpourri of gaming nostalgia, anticipation, and exciting detailing.

The Tabletop Gaming Revolution: Navigating Battlefront, Warpath and Market Dynamics

Join us in a compelling exploration of the revolution in tabletop gaming, with a specific focus on Battlefront, Warpath, and their implications on players. From the changing marketing strategies, release frequencies to its impact on the players, we cover it all. Understand the shift in gaming business models, from the golden era of Panzer Leader, Avalon Hill, DnD, and Battletech to present times. Tune in for our anticipations of the future of tabletop gaming and the need for a balance amidst an increasing market laden with choices.

Adapting to the Changing Trends in Gaming: Virtualizing Games and Attracting Players

Dive into the dynamic world of gaming and how to swiftly adapt to ever-evolving trends and preferences with us. We discuss the survival struggle of newer games, the importance of finding niche player groups, and the effects of evolving rules and models on game investments. Understand the potential of virtualizing games and how it can make the world your gaming club, irrespective of player location. This episode offers a candid glimpse into thriving in the challengingly exciting world of gaming.

A Deep Dive into Wargaming and Crowdfunding Jan 27, 2024

Immerse yourself in the splendid universe of wargaming as we bring you the latest "'SITREP” podcast episode. Join your hosts Bill, Chris, Marty and their esteemed guests as they delve into the evolving sphere of wargaming, painting minutia, and the controversial impact of crowdfunding on the industry. Learn some exclusive tips on techniques such as D&D, airbrushing, and miniature painting, and get a glimpse into the creative processes and strategies behind the scenes.

As the conversation unfolds, our hosts pave the way for a thorough discussion about Artist’s Opus and Warlord's quality game offerings, showcasing the importance of timing when purchasing for better pricing. delve into an in-depth conversation about miniature cabinet setup and the aesthetic appeal it adds to the game environment.

Our hosts also explore the potential harm and benefits of crowdfunding. Using Mythic Games as a case study, they warn listeners of the potential misuse of Kickstarter funds and delve into the complex pitfalls plaguing the crowdfunding platform. The discussion concludes with an insightful reflection on Kickstarter campaigns and a word of caution for future backers.

Moving from serious to fun, we also discuss upcoming paint sets from Army Painter and Turbo Dork, highlighting their unique features and color selections. Get tips from personal experience and discover how you can enhance your miniature painting.

In short, this episode promises enthusiasts a comprehensive outlook on the wargaming universe, discussing diverse topics and delivering valuable insights to improve your wargaming experience. Join us for this riveting episode for some hobby talk, fun anecdotes, and a strong sense of camaraderie!

Color of War: Exploring the Colorful Side of War Jan 13, 2024

The team gets back together to catch up on the latest news and other gaming events. Also, we talk about colors in wargaming.

Goodbye 2023, Hello 2024: What We Liked And What We Didn’t Dec 30, 2023

Join us as we look back at 2023 and what we liked and what we did not so much. We also look forward to 2024

Modern Rules Release Part1 Dec 16, 2023

Join the SITREP Crew as they return from hiatus and dive into some new releases!

What is the Best Era for Wargaming? Nov 05, 2023

Join us as we talk about the latest in wargaming and when was the best era for wargaming?

Welcome to the SITREP Podcast: Open Topic Show Oct 08, 2023

Join Bill and Oriskany Jim as we talk about a wide range of topics on todays show!

What Kind of General Are You? Jul 29, 2023

Join us as we talk about the latest in historical wargaming, We also talk play styles in wargaming.

Beating the Summer Doldrums the SITREP Podcast Way! Jul 15, 2023

Join the crew as we talk about how we can beat the summer doldrums and keep our hobby going!

SITREP Podcast: Gaming Freedom Jul 01, 2023

Join the SITREP Podcast crew as we catch up with our gaming hobby, and we talk about what we consider gaming freedom.

Hunting for History: Where Do We Get Our Inspiration? Jun 10, 2023

Join Oriskany Jim and Bill (SITREP 6) for our next show as we talk about visiting battlefields and other sources of inspiration for gaming. Come join the conversation.

How Do We Get Women And Others To Try Historical? May 13, 2023

Join the team as we broadcast from around the country today! Happy Mother's Day Weekend! How do we bring our non-historical friends into the genre?

****WARNING**** There is some strong language at the end of the podcast due to a reference to a business video.

What is Going On? Apr 29, 2023

Join the team as we broadcast from around the country today! Bill is in the SITREP Command Bunker in Tennessee, Chris is live from Little Wars Convention in Illinois and Oriskany Jim is live from Sunny Florida!

What Makes A Great Wargame? Apr 15, 2023

Join us we discuss what makes a great wargame. We also catch up what is new in the world of wargaming. And to no one's surprise we talk about Rorke's Drift.

Adepticon After Action Report Apr 01, 2023

Welcome back! Join Us as we talk about the after action report for Adepticon. We also tackle a big news day!

Historical Crossovers: What Do You Think? Mar 04, 2023

Join the team as we talk news, and Historical Crossovers.

Is Wargaming More or Less Popular? Feb 18, 2023

Join the team as we look at the news and other events. Also, join us in the discussion of is wargaming more or less popular after the pandemic?

Where Have You Been SITREP Podcast? Feb 04, 2023

Join the team as we give you updates on where we have been and where we are going. We also take a look at what's new in the news.

#spectreminiatures, #Blacksitestudio, #contactfront, #adepticon

Welcome to Season 8! Intro into Wargaming Jan 14, 2023

Join the team for another exciting show as we catch up on the news and other exciting items. Today we will look at a big project and talk about what rulesets are good for new players. We also talk about OGL 1.1 debacle.

What is the Future of Wargaming? Dec 10, 2022

Join the team as we catch up on the wonderful world of hobby and we make predictions as to what the future of wargaming is happening.

Live From SITREP HQ: If You Create A Game What Would it be? Nov 12, 2022

Join us from SITREP HQ as we talk about everything Hobby Related. We discuss what ideas we would have to create a game. We also dive into the world of competitive gaming. Is it good or bad for wargaming?

Wargamers, do they do it for the hobby or the game? Oct 29, 2022

Join us as we explore the truth behind wargaming! Plus the latest news and updates from our community.

1000 Subscribers and The Rebirth of a Classic Game Company, Maybe! Oct 15, 2022

Join us this Saturday as we celebrate hitting 1000 subscribers on Youtube. We also talk about the possible rebirth of a classic game company!

Gaming Urban Warfare Oct 01, 2022

Join the Sitrep Podcast team for another episode of the Sitrep Podcast, where we discuss what's new in the world of Historical Military Wargaming, go over what we've been doing in the hobby, and review some great hobby contributions from the Sitrep Podcast Community! We also cover our weekly topic: "Gaming Urban Warfare" - One of the growing trends of modern warfare is the increasing frequency and ferocity of urban combat. Armies build whole mock cities for what they call "MOUT Training" (Military Operations in Urban Terrain) - but how do we realistically handle the complexities and challenges of urban warfare on our tabletops?

Origins of Modern Special Forces Sep 17, 2022

Join Oriskany Jim, Piotr, and our returning founder Bill (Sitrep Six) for another episode of the Sitrep Podcast! We'll be discussing what's new in the world of Historical Military Wargaming, go over what we've been doing in the hobby, and review some great hobby contributions from the Sitrep Podcast Community! We also cover our weekly topic: "Origins of Modern Special Forces" - We all know modern warfare relies more and more on special forces as modern warfare becomes ever more asymmetrical, non-kinetic, and limited. But from where do many of these units draw their roots? After all, there are whole games out there JUST about special operation in World War II.

How Do you Play Tabletop Games Without Miniatures? Apr 02, 2022

Join us for the newest episode of the podcast as we talk news and updates as well Adepticon wrapup. Our topic being how do you play Tabletop Games without miniatures?

What is Fun in Historical - Modern Wargaming. Mar 19, 2022

Today we talk about what brought us to historical wargaming and more specifically modern wargaming. Also what is your all time favorite historical game?

Gaming in the Madness of Today’s World! Mar 05, 2022

We are back with the next episode and we are talking about wargaming during this trying time. What do you think and what games do you play?

Marty brings us the news and Bill shows us a game he recommends to get you and new people into playing.

https://www.lostbattaliongames.com/c-387-Sergeants.aspx

SITREP Podcast Interviews: Michael Rafferty, Adepticon Historicals Feb 26, 2022

Join Marty as he interviews Michael Rafferty the Director of Historical Gaming at Adepticon this year. Learn about all the incredible historical wargaming that will be going on all weekend long! March 23rd -27th.

https://www.adepticon.org/

We Are Published and After Action! Feb 19, 2022

Join us as we tell you the exciting news! We also complete our after action reports as well as talk about gaming in current events as well as what you do not game...Can you say The Great EMU War?

Waterloo to WWIII: We explore gaming through the ages. Feb 05, 2022

Join the crew and special guest Brother Chris as we talk about gaming and different rule sets you can use from Waterloo through to modern day (WWIII?). What is your favorite rule set?

Happy Anniversary - Battle for Rorke’s Drift Jan 22, 2022

We are back for the next exciting show! We talk about our big game today as well as our upcoming big battle game - The Battle of Midway! We talk hobby and other ways to wargame.

Did you check out our live stream? The audio will be better next time!

A New Year, ANew Battle Project! Jan 08, 2022

Happy New Year! We are back from the holiday break. We bring you up to date on some of the latest news items as well as what we did during the holiday break. We then catch you up on the Defence of Rorke's Drift project. We then talk about our next project that will be done by the 80th anniversary in June, the Battle of Midway! This is going to be a big one!

Let's Hit it!

Happy Holidays and New Year! Wrapping up the Year. Dec 18, 2021

Join Bill and Big Jim Oriskany as well wrap up the year and talk about some items that should be on everyone's Christmas list. We also look forward to the next year.

Countdown to the Holidays. Building Terrain the Smart Way. Dec 04, 2021

Welcome back as we bring you another awesome show! We talk about the latest in the news and what we have been up to. Bill talks Rorke's Drift, Oriskany Jim talks building terrain and Marty is doing Civis. We give some of our recommendations for holiday gifts. We announce our next Saturday Night Live Show! Make sure you check out our webpage!

www.thesitreppodcast.com

Spetsnaz, SAS, US Marines, Zulus and Grande Armée, Oh My! Nov 20, 2021

We are back with our next exciting adventure! We talk about many things including what is new in the news and what hobbies we have been doing. There is talk about the next Zero Dark Thirty Kickstarter, Oriskany Jim's next Battlegroup game taking place in the Pacific as well as an upcoming game involving Zulus!

Grab your brush or cuppa and let's hit it!

We Are Back! Napoleonics in 12mm and Future State of the Podcast! Nov 06, 2021

We are back after our break and we have a lot to talk about. There is gaming news and we highlight Warlord Games' Epic Battles Waterloo Battle Sets. We also through around ideas on the direction we want the show to go!

Birth of a Game and Death of a Game, also Last Stands Oct 02, 2021

Welcome back! We are back to present the next episode of the the podcast. Today we talk news, games that are growing and games that are ending. Lastly, we talk about playing games as the underdog. Grab you drink and let's go!

News Links:

Spectre Miniatures

Dust 1947 killed by Rona

Front Rank Miniatures

Origins Game Fair

Historicon 2021

GENCON Twitch Channel

Skirmish Games with GI JOE and Building the perfect 2 Player Starter Set! Sep 18, 2021

Join us for an enlightening episode as we talk all things related to historical wargaming. We talk about our latest hobby projects as well as the most recent news (Links Below). Then we talk about using SITREP Skirmish Rules to play battles with 3 3/4 GI Joes. Lastly, we talk about creating the ideal 2 player starter set. We want to hear your ideas about what is your perfect set and your ideas for the topic for our next show, you could win a SITREP Podcast T-Shirt!

News Links:

https://community.ttcombat.com/2021/09/08/wild-wip-wednesday/?fbclid=IwAR0_Lz6ZHU1JPCLWsQ0Pqaaaup8tTmw75OT2xvCcZsPwwEXFJcpv7TcUiCo

Its been a long time, months in fact, since we teased some of the new Wild West range, so I think its about time we got that show back on the road!

https://us15.campaign-archive.com/?u=75ba7a1e3437d30267e2b8479&id=58988d9160&fbclid=IwAR3IQr4kgoiNbmJuk6jSX4ACWDM1l8d2zDR871juUSXoRA8BGTpZ-uXmpfw

https://www.facebook.com/HMGSMidwest/

Autumn Wars has had to be canceled.

We have lost our venue due to the increase of the Delta variant. Trinity University has recently undergone a high spike in positive cases. Their main goal during these times is to keep their students safe. (and rightly so) We were among a number of events that had to canceled. We did have short time to seek out an alternate location, but logistically, none were viable. The BOD apologizes for the inconvenience this may have caused. Badge refunds will be available via Table Top Events,

HISTORICON 2021

https://www.hmgs.org/mpage/HconHome NOV 10-14, 2021 Valley Forge Casino King of Prussia, PA

9-15-2021 - The event and tournament PELs are now available. War College, etc. will be up soon. https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.hmgs.org/resource/resmgr/historicon/hcon_21/9-15-2021_game_pel.pdf

Registration is not yet open but probably soon. This year’s theme is Aircraft of War: Balloons, Bombers, Helicopters and more.

https://www.beastsofwar.com/modern-warfare/victrix-games-12mm-world-war-2-half-tracks/

Victrix Games has added a new plastic kit into the mix for those of you wanting to build on your 12mm World War II force on the tabletop. M3 Half-Tracks for the Allies are heading out onto the battlefields of Normandy and beyond

GENCON in progress in Indy Can’t make it? There’s plenty to check out on GENCON Online https://www.gencon.com/online for a full schedule of streaming events.

Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy: Two Thin Coats Kickstarter Paintshttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/transatlantisgames/duncan-rhodes-painting-academy-two-thin-coats-paints?fbclid=IwAR0yzoVeSHTMqwxXyjNGcoFxLP6QKtYA4RRryKPEHUEauhoYPfBsxXF4ank&ref=7ed2c8&utm_campaign=BK-PD-7ed2c8&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=duncan-rhodes-two-thin-coats.projectdomino18.com

54 colors, 6 washes- pledges from $4 for one bottle to all in for $192 for 60 bottles

Sarissa Precision Terrain OPERATION MARKET GARDEN

https://sarissa-precision.com/collections/operation-market-garden?fbclid=IwAR0Wuec7P30C5fsxzBKQ3L9pAtaC6JG9mwegZVCaTkD-V6T0wj5rPokuZus

Operation Market Garden 17 September 1944 - Objectives, seize a series of nine bridges with airborne forces, land forces swiftly following over the bridges. Liberate the cities of Eindhoven and Nijmegen, create a 60 mi (97 km) salient into enemy-held territory, limiting V-2 rocket launching sites...

Solo Wargaming: What is your game of Choice? Game Creation, what drives us to make new games? Sep 04, 2021

Join the crew as we catch up on our gaming and hobby time as well as what is in the news. We chat on about solo wargaming and how we each go about it. Lastly, we discover we have created a lot of rules and games for others to play. Join us for a great show!

Real Time Wargaming, Honoring ClassicWargames and Butterbar to Four Star Talk! Aug 21, 2021

Welcome back operators! In today's show we talk about some brief news and give our thoughts on a recent post on the Spectre Miniatures Facebook page about gaming in real time with the current events. Also, we delve back in the the glory days of Hex and Counter wargaming. Finally we start building the foundation of what will be our particpation career campagin "Butterbar to Four Star". Let us know what you think. Grab your favorite beverage and let's hit it!

Force on Force Series and SITREP Career Participation Campaign Coming Soon! A possible contest too! Aug 07, 2021

Welcome back! We have an awesome show for you today! We announce Marty's promotion to New Anchor and we talk about miniature games vs board games which leads us to our new and exciting announcement: the SITREP Career Participation Campaign we will be creating where you can join in too! Also, we talk about Force on Force and doing a series exploring the rules and each campaign book. Join us for a great show!

Wargaming and Conflicts: Which ones are Okay? Jul 24, 2021

So what was supposed to be a short topic of what where they thinking becomes the entire show. Is there certain conflicts that should be taboo? Example "The Troubles" by Compass Games that is soon to be released.

*** This one is touchy and we only discuss it with the upmost respect ***

Warfare in the Falkland Islands and in Space? Jul 11, 2021

Join us as we catch up on the news and what we are doing in hobby. Also, we talk ACW, Falklands War and SPACE FORCE!

War of Independence, Battle of Gettysburg, Siege of Vicksburg and other Big Battles this week in Wargaming. Jun 27, 2021

The new and smaller team (now all American) are back and talk about our projects, new minis and games. We catch up on our history with big battles that happened this week. Much more Empress Miniatures Vietnam as well as many more!

D-Day Special Jun 06, 2021

Talking about remembering the impact of D-Day not only on WWII but on history. How could you game the battles today? Was there events that should not have happened? We also talk about people we lost and remember as well as military figures we would love to sit down and chat with.

News:

Battlefront Miniatures - Team Yankee - West Germans
https://www.team-yankee.com/hobby.aspx?art_id=7225

Firelock Games - War Stories WW2 RPG

https://www.firelockgames.com/firelock-games-historical-world-war-ii-rpg-announced/

Warlord Games - Bolt Action - British and Inter Allied Commandos
https://warlord-community.warlordgames.com/incoming-british-inter-allied-commandos/

What Was Your Greatest Influence to Get Into Wargaming? What Are Your Post COVID Plans? May 16, 2021

With parts of the world beginning to come out the other side of Covid and vaccinations continuing has your attitude changed towards gaming post Covid and if so how?

Who or what was your greatest influence to get into wargaming? How do you pass that excitement on to the next generation?

News Links:

Grey For Now Games - Test of Honour

https://mailchi.mp/3be818e1c0ec/newsculpts

Perrys Miniatures - War of the Triple Alliance

https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product-category/metal-ranges/war-of-the-triple-alliance/?orderby=date

Warlord Games - Epic Battles American Civil War

https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/pre-orders?page=2

Fireforge Games - Byzantine Cataphracts
https://www.facebook.com/Fireforge.Games.Miniatures/posts/first-look-to-our-byzantine-cataphracts-6-resin-models-long-spearmace-options-or/3097809970238306/

Triton Noir - V-Commandos
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/135116486/v-commandos/description

Spectre Miniatures - Insurgent PMCs

https://www.spectreminiatures.com/collections/mercenaries?sort_by=created-descending

Battlefront Miniatures - Flames of War

https://www.flamesofwar.com/hobby.aspx?art_id=7238

Rubicon Games - Everything
https://www.facebook.com/rubiconmodels/

Live From Little Wars Convention: Friday Special May 01, 2021

Join Marty, Chris and Bill live from the Little Wars Convention! This is the first in person convention we have been able to attend since 2019! Bear with us as we work out all the kinks in our equipment as go mobile!

Paints, Brushes and the Game You Never Played. We announce the Youtube Winner! Apr 18, 2021

The crew is light today and Bill and Marty take on the news while Gaz plays Army. Marty gives us the news and we talk about our choices in paints and brushes. We then talk about the games we have missed out on. We announce our Youtube winner!

Happy Easter! We Did it! Giving Away Prizes and Games. Apr 04, 2021

Welcome back players! It is Easter weekend and the team has the holiday off, except for SITREP 6 (Bill). I wanted you all to have a nice show and I ramble on about many things including thining the herd (Games and pile of shame). We hit 500 plus subscribers on Youtube and are so close on Facebook! Help spread the word! We will have a prize announcement video coming out on Youtube soon! I also talk about thinning out my collection and offering some give aways. We are recruiting and would love to have you join the show or contribute to the channel!

LOST EPISODE: Oriskany is Away the Kids Will Play! We Go Off of the Rails...Sort of! Mar 21, 2021

We found the lost episode!!! We promise you will love this one!!! We have lost our minds!

Big Jim Oriskany is on leave, so the rest of the team get a little slap happy. We talk about hobby and news and then breakdown games we would like to see cross over from board games to the miniatures table. Also, where does Warlord Games go next with Epic Battles and finally what is the best option for building your terrain?

Bobmack3d - 3D Printable US Vehicles of the Vietnam War, for Wargames, in 15mm (1/100), 20mm (1/72) and 28mm (1/56) scales.

A little under a week to go on our previous podcasts guests KS, if you’re looking for some US Vietnam vehicles as STL files then I think you will struggle to find a more detailed set available. Both Brad Sanders and Bob McKenzies Kickstarter has some truly loving looking vehicles available with a real authentic look and options to get them with stowage too.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bm3d/3d-printable-us-vehicles-of-the-vietnam-war-for-wargames/?fbclid=IwAR2Soez2E6suu3_jvMEwOQMki4nWCTjrVJDsF0dS2dD1pYTnA2H-EiBfeh0

Test of Honour 2nd Edition - Ashigaru with Ozutsu

This new unit sees the Test of Honour rang add more to their black powder arsenal in the form of Ashigaru with Ozutsu. This deadly weapon is practically a hand held cannon, although it gives up some of its range to other weapons like the musket the extra damage it can dish out more than makes up for it. If these in standard format are not enough you can even upgrade them with a couple of traits, namely ‘smoke clouds’ and ‘too much gunpowder’. These traits add a little bit more flavour to the unit and the battle giving you a little more cover and a little more punch but beware that extra gunpowder charge could end blowing up in your face.

https://testofhonour.com/collections/miniatures/products/ashigaru-with-ozutsu

Flames of War - German Bagration Book

Bagration: German is the third of the German books for the Late War series, with D-Day German and D-Day: Waffen SS already having been released and showing the quality of these great force selection series. It is the second release for the Bagration series following swiftly on the heels of the Soviet book and gives details on formations and available fighting forces for this theatre.

Bagration: German covers Germany’s fighting forces for the Eastern Front including options to fight from Finland in the north to Romania and Hungary in the south from January 1944 to January 1945.

These books are always great quality and a solid product containing a nice mix of history and game related detail to field great looking 15mm forces in the WW2 setting.

https://www.flamesofwar.com/hobby.aspx?art_id=7185

Footsore Miniatures & Games with Warhost - The Barons War Kickstarter

This continuing KS built series sees the third Barons War fundraiser open as we record this podcast today. This medieval miniatures range in 28mm has captured the attention of a lot of historical gamers and continues to be well funded with each new series release. This latest one named ‘Death and Taxes’ will see new rules and miniatures for use in the Magna Carta Conflict of 1215-1217. This latest KS will not only feature new rules and miniatures but is also supported with some terrain options from Lion Tower Miniatures. This is great to see as their releases become more comprehensive to give you a heavily fleshed out skirmish game now with opposing forces, themed rules and campaign and supporting scenery.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hobbers/the-barons-war-3-28mm-medieval-miniatures

Sitrep Podcast - New logo and soon to be available Merch

Lastly we would like to give a little it of a shout out to ourselves. We decided that it was time to freshen up the logo into a format a little more friendly for

use and have a brand new original from Jim Oriskany Designs. Jim along with a couple of the team members kicked around some ideas and settled on an old favourite and friend to all allied ground troops. We wanted something that would strike fear into the hearts of our enemies, something that would announce its presence with the whirr of its gun and gentle tinkling of falling brass. The A10 Thunderbolt is now the new official logo of the Sitrep Podcast.

https://www.facebook.com/SitrepPodcast

Bob Mackenzie, Tanks and Gaming Burnout? Mar 07, 2021

Hello Players! We have a big show for you today! We have two guests inhouse to talk about their Kickstarter. We bring you the latest news and in turn talk about an obscure battle during WWII that we were not familiar with. The conversation takes a turn to how to bring in youg players and adjust complexity of games. Gaz talks about burnout (Say it ain't so!) We finally talk about possible game in a real world setting that is very recent.

Links:

https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/pre-orders/products/d-day-the-us-sector-campaign-book?variant=33217534787664 Warlord Games - Bolt Action - This 150+ page book focuses on the conflicts of the US Sector in 1944, from the road to Carentan to the assault on Fort Montbarey. This book allows you to recreate the actions of not only the US forces, but other Allied Forces in the Sector, ranging from SAS, Partisans…In addition there is a themed miniature of War Photographer Robert Capa as part of this pre-order.
https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/epic-battles-american-civil-war Warlord Games - Epic Battles: American Civil War - sees a whole host of items go up for pre-order. Amongst those available there are Union and Confederate Brigades, Cavalry Brigade, Iron Brigade, Zouaves Regiments, Union and Confederate force bundles, trees, scenery packs, paint sets as well as a starter set.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wowbuildings/wowbuildings-relives-kellys-heroes?ref=ksr_email_user_new_project_from_creator_youve_backed WOWBuildings - Play out the film and the assault of the bank, all you need to create the town centre from the film, created from the actual buildings located in the town of Vizinada where the film was shot. This is a specially priced themed KS, two packages are available, there will be no bonus or stretch goals as its part of a continued themed KS outlook, this will enable you to get all of the files from the set and to get them as soon as the payment process is finished come the end of the KS, so no wait time, get stuck in and create your gaming table. You get the entire town center set up as shown below, but if you want to go that little bit further you can add a further 10 buildings, 5 ruins, and 5 complete, these are based upon buildings and ruins from the actual town of Vizinada so basically everything is on the theme for a complete setup.

https://mythicgames.net/kickstartercampaign Mythic Games - Rainbow Siege 6 Boardgame - Coming this summer, we have put in a link below to their teaser 15 second video which gives you very little but does say going to KS Summer this year.
http://www.hmgsmidwest.com/category/little-wars/ Have one of the team who has previously attended chat about the event.
https://bobmack3d.com/bob/

Ghost Ops Kickstarter, Entry Games, Collateral Damage; what else can you ask for? Feb 21, 2021

Welcome back PLAYERS! In this episode we are talking with J. from Feral Games Inc. about his next Kickstarter: Ghost Ops Second Strike. We then hear Gaz get all flustered with the news. Big Jim talks about Collateral Damage during games and Marty talks about what is the best way to get new gamers? Bill finishes out the show with Convention updates.

In the News:

https://www.facebook.com/victrixlimited
Vitrix are adding to their 28mm Napoleonic range with some cavalry options. This will allow you to build either British Dragoons or Scots Greys with the kit containing the different heads to do one or the other. Following soon we will see a trumpeter and an officer before they move onto the Household Cavalry.
https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/new-set-announcement-boxer-rebellion?_pos=3&_sid=ec30d95b7&_ss=r
https://wargamesatlantic.com/blogs/news/boxers-ready-for-tooling?_pos=2&_sid=ec30d95b7&_ss=r
Wargames Atlantic is bringing the Boxer Rebellion to us as we see their new miniature line move into the tooling stage in preparation for production.
https://www.facebook.com/mailempressminiaturescom
Empress Miniatures are continuing to expand their Vietnam miniature range and are this time bringing some elephants to the table.
https://www.spectreminiatures.com/collections/hmv?mc_cid=4c7ff28e74&mc_eid=9b7426eda3
https://www.spectreminiatures.com/collections/weapons?mc_cid=4c7ff28e74&mc_eid=9b7426eda3
https://www.spectreminiatures.com/collections/drones?mc_cid=4c7ff28e74&mc_eid=9b7426eda3
Spectre Miniatures have plenty of stuff back in stock from HMV variants, weapon enhancement for vehicles and drone options.
http://kck.st/3qO1Epu Footsore Miniatures Savage Frontier Kickstarter FIW (meet funding in 90 minutes.

Proxies, Scales and Big Games: What is Your Thoughts? Feb 07, 2021

In todays show we look at over and underrated games, what is your choice? We talk about proxies and their place in gaming along with what is the best scale to play a combined arms game. Of course we bring you the news and much, much more!

Absolute Emperor from Osprey Games

https://ospreypublishing.com/absolute-emperor

Quartermaster 3D - 5 Days to go for their War In Iraq Kickstarter

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/qm3d/war-in-iraq-28mm-modern-warfare-miniature-stls?ref=project_link&fbclid=IwAR2QQUFHnhDHhUWrnh2L10_BcSdjQxaDnTXNZv2oNRsre-PKkfhdedviCsk

Back Order is Back Spectre Miniatures

https://www.facebook.com/spectreminiatures/

Win a Spectre Miniatures Delta Force Prize!!!

Tanks and Warthogs, What could go wrong? Also Terrain and Home Brewed Rules (Rules Bashing) Jan 24, 2021

Welcome back operators! We are diving into a great show with all kinds of talk and laughs about military wargaming. This week we talk about whats new and we go off on a wide path talking tanks and Warthogs (A10 Thunderbolt IIs, that is). What else could be better to help you get the creative Juices flowing. So grab your cuppa and let's hit it!

Spectre Miniatures -

Have started to have STL files on their online shop

https://www.spectreminiatures.com/collections/stl-files?mc_cid=cbe3fe6696&mc_eid=9b7426eda3

New Delta Range

https://www.spectreminiatures.com/collections/delta?mc_cid=9d8a2e294a&mc_eid=9b7426eda3

Plastic Soldier Company

North Africa WW2

British 8th Army Platoon

https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/product/british-eighth-army-platoon/

German Afrika Korp Platoon

https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/product/british-eighth-army-platoon/

Northag British Fox Patrol

https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/product/northag-fox-patrol/

New Year New Season. Welcome To Season 6: Skirmish vs. Large Scale Battles and Brexit Jan 10, 2021

Join the Command Team as we welcome the new year with exciting topics and news about the war gaming world! We talk about skirmish versus large scale battles, Air Combat gaming as well as how Brexit might affect the smaller wargame companies. We also talk about the latest in news. Lastly, we talk about 3D printing with Quartermaster 3D.

Grenzer Games release 15mm Roman Legionnaire STL files https://grenzergames.co.uk/3dprint
Footsore North America have a KS in Feb for their Savage Frontier release https://www.facebook.com/FootsoreNorthamerica?mc_cid=c51fb1cdd9&mc_eid=063a14245a & https://footsoreminiatures.co.uk/collections/barons-war-range
Battlefront Miniatures release German Bagration and a Hungarian Starter Set for FoW and WWIII Team Yankee sees the West German forces enter the fray https://www.flamesofwar.com/hobby.aspx?art_id=7179

Season 5 Episode 14: Eureka we found it! Eureka USA that is. Dec 20, 2020

Hello operators! We are back with the crew to catch up on what's hot and what's not in the gaming world. We are frank about we like and what we don't. There is a lot jam packed into this hour and a half show!

Links to today's conversation:

Spectre Miniatures - Delta Force
https://www.facebook.com/spectreminiatures/

Plastic Soldier Company - Battlegroup - British 8th Army
https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/product/british-eighth-army-platoon/

Firelock Games - Blood & Valor - British 1916-18
http://thephalanxconsortium.com/late-war-british-army-starter-box-1916-18/

Knuckleduster Miniatures - Gunfighters Ball

The Bad Guys Faction - https://knuckleduster.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=1_70_81&product_id=738

The Young Posse Mounted - https://knuckleduster.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=1_70_82&product_id=739

Ultracomabt Modern:

https://www.skirmishsangin.com/shop/ultracombat-modern/

Eureka USA:

https://eurekaminusa.com/

Footsore North America:

https://footsorenorthamerica.com/

Season 5 Episode 13: State of the Union Address Dec 02, 2020

This one Bill (SITREP 6) runs solo to have a frank discussion about the state of the podcast. The past, present and future of the podcast and where we would like to go. Bill lays it all out on the table. Let us know your thoughts!

Veteran's / Remembrance Day Special Nov 15, 2020

We get together to talk about past military adventures and such. We talk about Battlegroup NORTHAG and many other gaming topics.

Empress Miniatures VC heads

https://www.empressminiatures.com/vc-heads-1-2368-p.asp

Perry Miniatures War of the Triple Alliance

https://www.perry-miniatures.com/index.php?cPath=23_105&osCsid=f52193788c5840c06612f719e6e73412

North Star Military Figures War of 1812

https://www.northstarfigures.com/list.php?man=290&cat=719&sub=895&page=1

Battlegroup NORTHAG / PSC

https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/

Quartermaster 3d

https://northernlightsterrain.com/product-category/qm3d/qm3d-files/?fbclid=IwAR0x6SvxjpbquGeZWKoOZewiqreeUGYBhQMji0frNWNF7F8fEiyfh-3-ivs

Blood and Valor

https://www.firelockgames.com/product/blood-and-valor-rulebook/#

We Heard You and We are Listening! Also, 2020 and Rona Suck! Nov 01, 2020

We take your feedback and talk about the future programming of the channel and how 2020 has sucked the life out of gaming. We look at ideas on how to defeat the isolation caused by this B.S.

Hot Off of the Press! Season 5 Episode 10: The Big Announcement in the News! Oct 18, 2020

We just took this one out of the oven and boy is it hot! We talk all about the news, updates for the channel and the big announcement this week from our friends at On Table Top and Beasts of War! Is the Golden Age of Gaming over? Let us know what you think. #Ontabletop #BoW #OTT #BeastsofWar #WaylandGames

You Are Only Allowed 2 Totes for games. Season 5: Episode 9: Making the Tough Decisions. Oct 05, 2020

We are back talking about finishing up 13 Days to 13 Hours and if we had to make tough choices what would we decide, could you?

We also announce our contests and winners!

Season 5 Episode 8: Talking Trash and 3D Printing. We announce a winner! Sep 20, 2020

We are back! We catch up with the team and talk everything in the works! Get the updates on 13Days=13Hours, We trash talk each other all in good fun. There is a lot talk about 3D printing and we announce a contest winner!

The What Could Go Wrong Episode Can Go Wrong! Sep 06, 2020

We were in the middle of a terrific episode talking about 13 Days = 13 Hours and were heading into this weeks topic of "Is Historical Wargaming Dying?" When BAM! we loose all power (we learned later a car took out a power pole not far from us.) So You will have to pick up part two on Thursday night!

Oh Canada! He's Back! Talking Games and Projects in the Works! Aug 22, 2020

Chris one of the founding members of the podcast is back! We catch up with him on what he has been up to. We also talk with the rest of the command team to see what projects and games we all have been working on.

The Winner of the SITREP CUP and our Great Disappointments. Also a contest! Aug 08, 2020

We are back and we congratulate the winner of the first Annual SITREP Cup. God Save the Queen. We also talk about upcoming projects and how to go about game design. We announce our contest and talk about what got game got you excited only to get it home and have second thoughts.

Season 5 - Episode 4:Talking Battlespace with the Creator. Jul 25, 2020

We are back and we have Robert from Table Salt Game Designs and his creation Battlespace Ultra Modern Solo Skirmish Game. Plus we ramp up for the SITREP CUP!

Season 5 Episode 3: Talking Trash and the First Annual SITREP CUP Challenge! Also, The St Valentines Massacre Gaming Weekend! Jul 11, 2020

We are in the thick of it now! It is the Yanks versus the Brits for the bragging rights and the right to possess the SITREP CUP! We will be replaying a battle from the American War of Independence to see who is victorious! We also talk about our St Valentines Massacre Gaming weekend (we are in Chicago after all) coming in February. Plus much much more!

Season 5 Episode 2: BIG NEWS and What's Next? Jun 27, 2020

Welcome to the second episode of the 5th Season! We have some big gaming news that you will definitely want to hear and we also talk about our next big project! Get your favorite beverage and paint brush and let's hit it!

Welcome to Season 5 Episode 1: The Final Frontier (or at least the rest of this season) Jun 14, 2020

We are back and ready to get back into the hot seat! Where do we go from here. Let us know!

Season 4 The Lost Episode! Talking NORTHAG! Apr 23, 2020

Hey guys! What is this two episodes in one week? Have we gone over the deep end? Nope, just found an episode that we thought had published. What a big episode it is! We have Piers Brand on the show to talk all about NORTHAG! Grab you lifer juice and let's hit it!

What will we do next? Are we all going stir crazy? Apr 23, 2020

The command team is back together and seeing how you all are faring during this trying time. Gaming anyone? Projects left and right!

Season 4 Episode 6: The Quarantine Episode Mar 27, 2020

What do you do when you are isolated? Talk and play wargames of course! See what the Command Crew is up to during these challenging times.

Better Late Than Never! Mar 18, 2020

Sorry Operators for the late broadcast! Some of us are on the front lines fighting this virus and it has taken its toll! But as they say better late than never. We hope this bring some levity to you during these stressful times. A big shout out to Tim at Footsore Miniature USA for the awesome vehicles! Obviously, some things have changed since the recording.

Don't forget you can join the conversation live as a Patreon subscriber! https://www.patreon.com/SITREP_Podcast

Oops we went live! We are Changing Course! Feb 22, 2020

Hello Operators! It is that time to grab your cup of Lifer Juice and sit back and listen to the Command Team talk about all things military war gaming. Also we make a huge announcement about the future of this podcast.

Episode 3: Talking big games and what the future might hold. Feb 08, 2020

Join the command team as they take a trip through their thoughts on big games and where the future is going for modern warfare gaming. Some big changes coming.

Talking Projects and Troubles in the Gaming Industry Jan 25, 2020

G and Ralph on their own this week. We talk about our project 13 Days = 13 Hours and Spectre Miniatures new offerings. We then talk about recent changes in the gaming industry and how it could affect us in the future.

Welcome to Series 4 Episode 1: 13 Days = 13 Hours Jan 11, 2020

Welcome back Operators! We are back in full force with a huge new command team and we have recruited some incredible folks to help us bring our ambitious project to life. Welcome Gaz, Marty and Chris!

We talk all about creating the huge project 13 Days = 13 Hours. Our take on Benghazi 2012. You will really want to listen to this one. We talk prizes too!

Season 3 Christmas Show Dec 21, 2019

We are wrapping up 2019 with our 2nd annual Christmas show! We have a new member of the command team, Gaz from merry ole England. We talk our top five lists as well as bring you up to date on some of the latest releases. As is tradition we start the show with the wonderful "A Soldier's Silent Night". Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your loved ones all around the world. Keep those who cannot be home for the holidays in your thoughts. A Soldier's Silent Night Words: James M. Schmidt, 1986, alt. Reading by Father Ted Berndt, 2003 Get Final Fight by David Wittman here https://t.lickd.co/WQ72GAr46N License ID: 680QR0WewAq Get this and other songs for your next YouTube video at https://lickd.co

SITREP Podcast Season 3 Episode 9: A Review and a Chat! Dec 07, 2019

***FIXED THE BROADCAST*** Today we have two Americans and two Brits to talk American Thanksgiving, wargaming and Guns! We take a look into the new rule set Contact Front and give our initial analysis. We dive into other wargaming goodness to include HK OPS and Panzer Blitz! Get Final Fight by David Wittman here https://t.lickd.co/WQ72GAr46Nr License ID: 680QR0WewAq Get this and other songs for your next YouTube video at https://lickd.co

SITREP Podcast Season 3 Episode 8: Warfare on all scales! Nov 23, 2019

Talking Modern Warfare Rules, RPGs and what armor to bring to the table in the modern world. We take a quick peak at Contact Front modern warfare rules, which we will cover in depth in a future show. Talk about NORTHAG and war gaming in miniatures. We also shoot the breeze about our own projects and news and much, much more!

Get Can't Get Enough (Instrumental) by Holy Moly & The Crackers here https://t.lickd.co/WlpwNaE86aV

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SITREP Podcast Season 3 Episode 7: Footsore Miniatures Nov 09, 2019

Welcome to the next awesome episode! We are gathered to talk to Tim from Footsore Miniatures / Footsore North America. We talk a lot about moderns and where they are going. He also talks about the rule set "Fistfull of Lead". We have a jam packed show.

The SITREP Podcast Season 3 Episode 6: Honoring the Paratrooper! Oct 18, 2019

Jim and G are back for the next installment of the SITREP Podcast. Today we are talking about our re-play of the 75th anniversary of the battle of the Waal River in Operation Market Garden ( I know technically not modern). We also talk about Jim's new RPG he is creating. We talk some news and other exciting topics. We may have made fun of Canadian football (Sorry Chris and Alex).

The SITREP Podcast: Season 3 Episode 5 The Perfect Game! Sep 28, 2019

Jim and "G" talk about what makes the perfect game in their own minds.

Talking Vietnam and Korea Aug 23, 2019

We are back and this time we are having a rounded discussion about Vietnam and Korea. How to game in those conflicts and all other hobby related items.

Talking Wargaming ! Season 3 Episode 2 The Drill Sergeant Rant! Aug 11, 2019

We were live! This is the recorded broadcast. We are diving into so much stuff today and at one point "G" goes on the Drill Sergeant rant! Careful might be some strong language today.

Welcome Back! Season 3 Episode 1 Jul 26, 2019

Welcome back Operators! We are back from summer break and have a lot to talk about! Jim takes us through Historicon. Chris talks what he is up to and we have a special guest in the studio to talk about DUST 1947 and the future.

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