Category: Podcasts
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96 – The Science of Terrain
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, the team explores the science of terrain placement—how to set up your tabletop for the best possible game. Don’t forget to subscribe to Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy! Visit the website to get the latest issue. Links:The Baron’s War, WarhostPBI, Peter PigArmies of the United States, WarlordBurrows and Badgers,…
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Canadian Airmen in the Battle of Britain
In 1940, for 113 harrowing days, Nazi Germany’s Luftwaffe unleashed relentless attacks on Great Britain, aiming to secure an early victory in World War II. The defence of southern England fell to the brave pilots of the Royal Air Force, joined in their hour of need by over 100 Canadian airmen. These men, hailing from…
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3610 – The Battle of Chaeronea
‘The battle of Chaeronea was fought in early August, 338 BC, between the forces of Macedon commanded by king Philip II and his eighteen-year-old son Alexander (not yet ‘the Great’) against an unlikely alliance of the forces of Athens and Thebes and other allies. It was, without doubt, one of the most decisive battles ever…
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Fighting Vichy from Horseback
In 1939, incredibly, the British Army still fielded cavalry units that had yet to be mechanised, relying on horses as they prepared for war. When conflict broke out, these regiments—many of them Territorial Army Yeomanry units—were mobilised, with horses being requisitioned to meet the demand. By 1940, the 1st British Cavalry Division was deployed to…
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AW339 – Single Combat in Antiquity
‘For those trying to win wars in the ancient world, large armies were a necessity. However, the personal prestige earned from a victory in single combat was still unmatched.’ In this episode, the AW team discuss issue XVII.6 Duels to the Death: Single Combat in Antiquity.
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WSS95 – Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025
In this episode, the team takes a look back at 2024, sharing their personal highlights from the year and reflecting on the standout moments in the world of wargaming. They also discuss their exciting plans and projects for the year ahead, giving you a glimpse of what’s to come. As always, Guy brings us up…
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3609 – Australian Bravery in the Vietnam War – Part 2
‘Australia’s involvement and commitment to the Vietnam War continued until 1973 when the last remaining platoon who were acting as guards for the Australian Embassy in Saigon, were withdrawn in June 1973. As with American involvement, Australia’s contribution also escalated over time. Following the arrival of the AATTV in 1962, in August 1964 the Royal…
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The Home Intelligence Unit
During the Second World War, the Home Intelligence Unit—a branch of the Ministry of Information—was tasked with monitoring public attitudes on the home front. They compiled confidential reports on the state of popular morale, which were circulated among decision-makers in Whitehall. These reports offer a fascinating insight into how ordinary people coped with the stresses…
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Private Snafu
Today, I’m joined by Peter Zablocki, a professor at Caldwell University, host of the History Shorts podcast, and author of The Death of General Sikorski. I was introduced to Peter after I recorded the episode looking at the death of Sikorski with Chris Wroblewski. Chatting I discovered Peter had researched and written about an entirely different but…
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Patton and the Battle of the Bulge
In this episode, Angus is joined by acclaimed historian and bestselling author Alex Kershaw to explore one of the most pivotal moments of the Second World War: the Battle of the Bulge. This December marks the 80th anniversary of the battle, a critical turning point where General George S. Patton’s bold leadership and daring actions—most…