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Episode 10 - Balanced vs Unbalanced
Across The Pond Wargamers
09/18/20 • 116 min
In this episode we are joined by Ivor Janci in a meandering discussion of “Do games need to be balanced to be enjoyable for all players.”
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers mentioned in this episode:
· Pony Wars (http://ponywars.uk/)
· Gettysburg Soldiers (http://www.gettysburgsoldiers.com/home.do)
· GHQ (https://www.ghqmodels.com/)
· Thistle & Rose Miniatures( https://www.facebook.com/TandRMiniatures/)
· Empress Miniatures ( https://www.empressminiatures.com/bef20-45-howitzer-the-full-monty-2268-p.asp )
· Blood & Valor from Firelock Games (https://www.firelockgames.com/introducing-blood-valor/)
· En Garde & Lion Rampant from Osprey Publishing by Dan Mersey (https://ospreypublishing.com/lion-rampant-medieval-wargaming-rules?___store=osprey_usa & https://ospreypublishing.com/en-garde )
· Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy ( https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/wss-mag )
· Little Wars TV ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UO94IYh9uBc)
We didn’t discuss this on today’s show but I really found this video from Storm of Steel Wargaming helpful for painting my 6mm Napoleonics (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhpXJ6eK9Yc&lc=UgxcEqujk4rpt8rJb8N4AaABAg)
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Patreon Page:
· www.patreon.com/accrossthepondwargamers
Hosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
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Episode 9: Playing with yourself
Across The Pond Wargamers
09/02/20 • 106 min
Episode 9: – “Playing with yourself”
In this episode we are joined by Alex Sotheran from the Storm of Steel youtube channel to discuss solo wargaming.
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers mentioned in this episode:
· Storm of Steel Wargaming: https://youtu.be/-vZ1zQ7HVlk and https://youtu.be/UYp4_lc5Zzc
· Blue Moon Miniatures: https://www.oldgloryminiatures.com/products.asp?cat=653
· MiniFigs: http://www.miniaturefigurines.co.uk/Home.aspx
· Square Bashing – Peter Pig: https://www.peterpig.co.uk/index.html
· Brigade Miniatures: http://brigadegames.3dcartstores.com/
· Firelock Games: https://www.firelockgames.com/
· Two Hour Wargames: https://www.twohourwargames.com/
· Crucible Crush: https://www.cruciblecrush.com/
· Warlord Games: Judge Dredd: https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/judge-dredd
· Rommel: Honour Publishing: https://sammustafa.com/rommel/
· Roll of One: https://rollaone.com/ ( https://rollaone.com/2020/05/31/community-effort-to-jointly-paint-some-6mm-armies-for-fun-and-charity/ )
Solo Wargaming resources
· Solo Wargaming with Miniatures (Facebook): ( https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=solo%20wargaming%20with%20miniatures )
· Henry Hyde’s Wargames Compendium ( https://thewargamingcompendium.com/ )
· Society of Solo Wargamers ( https://lonewarriorswa.com/#:~:text=The%20Solo%20Wargamers%20Association%2C%20founded,Warrior%20is%20our%20quarterly%20journal.&text=So%2C%20whether%20you%20are%20a,thinking%20about%20wargaming%20alone%2C%20welcome! )
· Beast of War ( https://www.beastsofwar.com/ )
Lokata Documentary:
· Life Lakota: https://youtu.be/nbSRUtuWh7s
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Hosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
If you wish to support our podcast with Patreon, here is the link to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/acrossthepondwargamers

Episode 8: Through the Portal
Across The Pond Wargamers
08/20/20 • 54 min
This episode is a rambling discussion of our experiences and thoughts on remote wargaming using video conferencing.
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers mentioned in this episode:
· The National Archives: https://www.archives.gov/
· WOW Buildings: https://wowbuildings.wixsite.com/website
· Empress Miniatures WW1 British Howitzer & Team: https://www.empressminiatures.com/bef20-45-howitzer-the-full-monty-2268-p.asp
· The Plastic Soldier Company: https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/new-products/
· Clearco Miniatures: http://clearcominiatures.blogspot.com/
· Badger Miniatures: https://www.badgergames.com/home.html
· LittleWars TV: http://www.littlewarstv.com/
Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Magazine has launched this year's Great Wargaming Survey which will run until August 31st.
From Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine is offering prizes to give away to some lucky winners and everyone gets a 20% discount coupon and a bunch of WSS articles, free of charge, upon completion.
2020 Great Wargaming Survey = https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T5H2LVP
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Hosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
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Episode 7: On Campaign
Across The Pond Wargamers
08/06/20 • 109 min
In this episode we are joined by Richard Clarke and Nick Skinner from Too Fat Lardies for an engaging discussion on campaigns in wargaming.
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers mentioned in this episode:
· Too Fat Lardies: https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product-category/infamy-infamy/
· Bad Squiddo Games: https://badsquiddogames.com/
· 1st Corps Miniatures: https://1stcorps.co.uk/
· Aventine Miniatures: https://aventineminiatures.co.uk/
· Wargames Foundry: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/
Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Magazine has launched this year's Great Wargaming Survey which will run until August 31st.
Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine is offering prizes to give away to some lucky winners and everyone gets a 20% discount coupon and a bunch of WSS articles, free of charge, upon completion.
2020 Great Wargaming Survey = https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T5H2LVP
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Hosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
Support the show
Episode 6: Beauty is only lead deep
Across The Pond Wargamers
07/07/20 • 58 min
In this episode we are joined by Simon from the Telford Wargames club as we talk about wargaming aesthetics and does appearance matter
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers/Clubs mentioned in this episode:
· Empress Miniatures: https://www.empressminiatures.com/brown-water-navy-128-c.asp
· Vallejo: https://acrylicosvallejo.com/en/product/hobby/sets/shifters-en/magic-dust-77090/
· Too Fat Lardies: https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product-category/infamy-infamy/
· Things From The Basement: https://www.thingsfromthebasement.com/
· Front Rank: https://www.frontrank.com/
· Alternative Armies: https://www.alternative-armies.com/
· Lancashire Games: http://www.joomla.lancashiregames.com/joomla/
· Total Battle Miniatures: http://www.totalbattleminiatures.com/
· Fire & Fury: https://www.fireandfury.com/
· Killing Fields: https://www.killingfieldsterrain.com/
· 4Ground: https://www.4groundpublishing.co.uk/
· Wargamers Foundry: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/
· God's Own Scale podcast: https://godsownscale6mm.podbean.com/
And if you are able, please support the the Airborne Museum At Hartenstein Hotel either by visiting, donating, or through a Friends Membership. You can visit their website at https://www.airbornemuseum.nl/
For those of you who are interested in painting 6mm or detail here’s a link to an effective Lighted Head Magnifying Glasses Headset: https://www.amazon.com/Lighted-Magnifying-Headband-Magnifier-Electronics/dp/B06XWVJVKN
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Hosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
Support the show
Episode 5: One rule to guide them all
Across The Pond Wargamers
06/24/20 • 73 min
In this episode we talk with Peter Barry from Baccus Miniatures about wargaming rules. We discuss our opinions of what makes a good set of rules as well as rule styles.
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers/Clubs mentioned in this episode:
· Baccus 6mm (https://www.baccus6mm.com/)
· Once Upon a Time in the West Country (https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2147369016/Once-Upon-a-Time-in-the-West-Country)
· Heretical Gaming blog (http://hereticalgaming.blogspot.com/)
· God’s Own Scale podcast (https://godsownscale6mm.podbean.com/)
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
Support the show
Episode 4: Setting The Stage
Across The Pond Wargamers
06/10/20 • 69 min
In this episode we talk with Paul from Empress Miniatures about scenario designs in wargaming. We talk about what makes a good scenario, how to capture the setting on the table, and balance, among other points.
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers/Clubs mentioned in this episode:
· Empress Miniatures (https://www.empressminiatures.com/)
· Empress Miniatures NHS Charity Nurse (https://www.empressminiatures.com/nhs-charity-nurse-2209-p.asp)
· Wargames Soldiers & Strategies (https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/wss-mag)
· Two Hour Wargames (https://www.twohourwargames.com/)
· Age of Glory Historical Miniatures (https://www.ageofglory.com/)
· Time Gost TV (https://timeghost.tv/)
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
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Episode 3: Keeping Relevant
Across The Pond Wargamers
05/27/20 • 68 min
In this episode we talk with Ross, Stuart, and Mike from the Oldmeldrum Wargames Group about wargaming clubs before, during, and after the age of Covid-19. We talked a bit about the history of the club, what makes a good club, and how do you keep your club relevant in this changing world.
Some of the Manufacturers/Publishers/Clubs mentioned in this episode:
· Oldmeldrum Wargames Group (https://oldmeldrumwargamesgroup.com/)
· Wargaming the Sugar Islands Campaign (https://stuartinschwargames.blogspot.com/2018/11/now-available-wargaming-sugar-islands.html)
· Stuart’s Blog (https://stuartinschwargames.blogspot.com/)
· GMT Games (/https://www.gmtgames.com/)
· Pratzen Editions (https://didier-rouy.webs.com/)
· Too Fat Lardies – Chain of Command & Kriegsspiel (https://toofatlardies.co.uk/)
· The Veteran Wargamer (https://www.podbean.com/ew/dir-xdm36-8c11e9f)
· Rommel – Honour Publishing (https://sammustafa.com/rommel/)
· Wargames Atlantic (https://wargamesatlantic.com/)
· Firelock Games – Blood & Valor (https://www.firelockgames.com/introducing-blood-valor/)
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
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Episode 2 : A Question of Scale
Across The Pond Wargamers
05/11/20 • 65 min
In today’s episode, A Question of Scale, we talk with Mark Severin of Scale Creep Miniatures about figure scale. We ponder the importance of figure scale (or the lack of importance) in the games we play.
Manufacturers/Publishers/Clubs mentioned in this episode:
· Scale Creep Miniatures (https://www.scalecreep.com/index.php)
· Hobby Chest, 345 Western Blvd Ste A., Jacksonville, North Carolina (https://www.facebook.com/Hobby-Chest-Jacksonville-NC-116113275079060/?eid=ARBr2VUOzU-tlVP0d3e2jHvpoQdgrOtou87ax93ddl8ZQ6ooBh4bBqhTaPTkuUAS5QBaWv3ptig-7569&timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=100001045922793&fref=tag)
· WOW Buildings (https://wowbuildings.net/)
· Empress Miniatures (https://www.empressminiatures.com/)
· Warlord Games : Victory at Sea (https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/victory-at-sea)
· Brigade Models (http://www.brigademodels.co.uk/)
· Plastic Soldier Company : Battlegroup Rules (https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/shop/rulesets/battlegroup-rules/)
For comments or suggestions we can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Original theme music by Brian Stolfa
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Episode 11 - The Current State Of Our Hobby
Across The Pond Wargamers
09/21/20 • 82 min
In this episode we are joined by Tony Marano representing LittleWarsTV and Jasper Oorthuys, Editor in Chief of Wargames Soldiers & Strategy magazine for a discussion of the current state of our hobby.
Some of the rules, manufacturers, and publications mentioned in this episode:
· Wargame Soldiers & Strategy (https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/wss-mag)
· Ancient Warfare (https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/ancient-warfare-magazine)
· LittleWarsTV (http://www.littlewarstv.com/)
· Mortem et Gloriam published by The Plastic Soldier Company (https://www.theplasticsoldiercompany.co.uk/product/mortem-et-gloriam-compendium-box-set/)
· Footsore Miniatures (https://footsoreminiatures.co.uk/)
· Hagen Miniatures (https://www.hagen-miniatures.de/)
· Pony Wars (https://ponywars.uk/)
· Rubicon Models (https://www.rubiconmodels.com/)
· Force on Force published by Ambush Alley Games (http://www.ambushalleygames.net/)
· Chain of Command published by Too Fat Lardies (https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product-category/chain-of-command/)
If you find yourself near Ommen in the Netherlands please drop in and support the National Tin Figure Museum (https://www.tinnenfigurenmuseum.nl/)
Patreon Page:
· www.patreon.com/accrossthepondwargamers
We welcome your comments or suggestions and can be reached at gary@acrossthepondwargamers.com
Hosted and produced by Gary Grimes and Collin Grimes. Original theme music written and performed by Brian Stolfa
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Across The Pond Wargamers currently has 26 episodes available.
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The average episode length on Across The Pond Wargamers is 79 minutes.
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