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The Man Battlestations Podcast
by Man Battelstations
Discussion on naval miniatures wargaming and associated popular culture.
Episodes
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MBS Podcast Episode 91: Dystopian Wars 4.0 Impressions
Andy is joined by his friend Matt to discuss their first impressions of the latest edition of Dystopian Wars!
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Episode 90: Mantic Armada Update
Andy is joined by Kelly, a returning guest and MBS Forum Member, to discuss the latest developments with Kings of War Armada. This is a fantasy naval combat game by Mantic Games, and has seen an impressive amount of support as well as some innovative distribution strategies!...
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Episode 89: Where have all the Class A Games Gone?
Has anyone else noticed that there seems to be a lack of naval games on store shelves lately? Andy sure has! In this episode he digs into the issue and then looks at a few games that might end the drought.
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Episode 88: 2024 Event Review
Andy is back with an overview of a couple of gaming events he participated in earlier this year! First up is a local Star Wars Armada tournament he played in back in January 2024, followed by an event overview of the Richmond Open, a regional wargaming convention held in May 2024.
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Episode 87: Star Wars Armada Cancellation Reaction
Well, it's finally happened. Atomic Mass Games has made an announcement that many of us were expecting for a while now: Support and Development for Star Wars Armada is officially coming to an end. Here is my reaction. ----MBS Links---- Subscribe to the MBS Substack!...
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Episode 86: 2023 Year In Review & Looking Forward to 2024
After a longer than expected break, Andy is back with another episode of the MBS Podcast! As is traditional, he is taking a look back at 2023 as well as looking foward to 2024.
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Episode 85: Taking Another Look at Star Wars Armada
For Episode 85, Andy is joined by a new co-host, Chris. Chris is Andy's local "partner in crime" when it comes to the game that is the focus of this episode: Star Wars Armada. After years of collecting but not playing, Andy has been playing a lot of Star Wars Armada over the last year, and a lot…
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Episode 84: FlickFleet Interview
For episode 84, Andy is joined by a new co-host, his friend Matt. The two of them have a great discussion with Jack and Paul, the masterminds behind Eurydice Games, the publisher of the dexterity-based starship combat game FlickFleet! Links discussed on the show: MBS Website:...
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Episode 83: 3D Modeling and Printing
For episode 83, Andy is joined by returning guest (and MBS Forum member) Kelly. The two of them discuss the challenges and opportunities involved with 3D modeling and 3D printing, and how that has impacted the naval gaming hobby. Links discussed on the show: MBS Website:...
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Episode 82: May Hobby Update and Community SITREP
For episode 82 Andy is joined by MBS Forum Member Kelly for the monthly(ish) Hobby Update and Community SITREP! MBS Website: https://www.manbattlestations.com/index.html Support the show! Please consider purchasing some classy custom dice or a hand-painted mini over at the MBS Etsy Shop:...
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Episode 81: Mike Hutchinson Interview
Ep 81 Details For episode 81, Andy has managed to secure an interview from Mr. Mike Hutchinson himself, the designer behind A Billion Suns from Osprey Publishing. Over the course of their discussion, Andy and Mike discuss the development of ABS, what lies ahead for the game, and what projects…
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Episode 80: Topside Minis Interview
In this episode of Man Battlestations, Andy is joined by John G. and John C. from Topside Minis! This is the first time that Andy has had the two Johns on the show since episode 30. They discuss the new upcoming projects from Topside, including a new boardgame and new markers printed directly on...
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Episode 79: Eric Farrington Interview
Eric "EasyE" Farrington joins Andy "Ruckdog" Rucker for another episode! This time, Eric gives us some updates on what he has been working on for Castles in the Sky, and along the way they dicuss game design, the naval gaming market, and more! Links discussed in the show: Blood and Spectacles…
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Episode 78: March Hobby Update & Community SITREP
In Episode 78, Andy is joined by Eric "EasyE" Farrington to do the first Hobby Update and Community SITREP of 2023! Join them as they talk about what they have been up to lately when it comes to painting and playing. Later, they talk about all the latest happenings around the MBS website, and...
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Episode 77: Sebastian Bae Interview
Episode 77 of the MBS Podcast is here! This time, Andy is interviewing Mr. Sebastian Bae, a professional wargamer who has done gaming work and analysis for the US Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. Their conversation touches on the differences between professional gaming and hobby gaming, Sebastian's...
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Episode 76: Spruance Leader Review
Andy is joined by Rob to review Spruance Leader, the Cold War-era solitare naval game by Dan Versson Games! MBS Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/manbattlestations/ DVG Website: http://www.dvg.com/
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Episode 75: Dale A. Jenkins Interview
Andy has a very special guest on for an interview on Episode 75 of the Man Battlestations Podcast! Mr. Dale A. Jenkins is a former naval officer and businessman, who has just published an account of the last days of diplomacy between Japan and the United States and the start of the Pacific War!…
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Episode 74: 2022 Review and Looking Forward to 2023
Andy is back with the first episode of the MBS Podcast for 2023! In this episode, he takes a look back at 2022, and discusses some things he is looking forward to in 2023.
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Episode 73: Schaumburg Prime Offensive Preview Interview
Josh Linde returns to the MBS podcast after a long absence to discuss the plans for his upcoming Schaumburg Prime Offensive event being held at Adepticon! The event will feature a three-round tournament using the A Billion Suns rules. Links Discussed Facebook Event Page:...
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Episdoe 72: Midway at Milleniumcon
Andy has Alan S. on the show to discuss the recent game he ran at Milleniumcon, held outside Ausin, TX. Links discussed on the show: Milleniumcon's Website: https://www.millenniumcon.info/ BGG Page for AH's Midway: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2250/midway Heart of Texas Wargamers FB page:...
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Episode 71: November Hobby Update & Community SITREP
Andy is joined by returning guest Rob for this month's Hobby Update and Community SITREP! Andy and Rob discuss what they have been painting and playing, then look at the most recent activity across the MBS community. Finally, they take a look at a few recent product releases from Warcradle…
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Episode 70: Michael "Mick" Farnworth Interview
Andy is back with another episode! In a bit of a departure from the usual fare at MBS, Episode 70 features an interview with Michael "Mick" Farnworth, who has a new book on modelling and painting Vietnam-era wargames that has just been published by Military Miniature Press. During their…
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Episode 69: Castles In The Sky Review
Ruckdog is back with a solo review of Castles in the Sky by Osprey Games! What does Andy think of EasyE's latest rule set? Have a listen and find out! Castles in the Sky: https://ospreypublishing.com/castles-in-the-sky?___store=osprey_usa MBS Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ManBattlestations
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Episode 68: Hobby Update and Community SITREP
After a hiatus over the summer due to Andy being deployed, the MBS Podcast is back! Greg and Andy discuss what they have been reading, painting, and playing over the summer, spend a few minutes talking about the Kenobi TV show, cover some highlights of what has been posted on the forums recently,...
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Episode 67: MBS at 10 Years
Greg and Andy are back with another episode of the Man Battlestations Podcast! This time around, they do a bit of a retrospective on the history of MBS, which has now been online for 10 years!
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Episode 66: March Hobby Update
A little later than planned, Greg and Andy are back to talk about all the things they got up to in their gaming hobby during the month of March! Also discussed are new releases and the latest MBS Community SITREP!
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Episode 65: Tabletop Simulator Discussion
This episode, Greg and Andy discuss their experiences with a new (to them!) virtual gaming tool, Tabletop Simulator! In this episode, they discuss what TTS is, how it works, what they like and don't like about it, and even mention a few alternatives if TTS isn't your thing! Links discussed on the...
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Episode 64: February 2022 Hobby Update
It's that time again! Greg and Andy are back with the monthly hobby update. After discussing what they have been painting, playing, watching, and reading lately, it's on to the Community Sitrep. They finish up with a disucussion of some exciting new products! Links discussed on the show: Tower of...
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Episode 63
For Episode 63, Greg and Andy have Jason Weiser on for an interview! Jason is the founder and Editor-In-Chief of Military Miniature magazine, a new publication that is focused on the American wargaming hobby. https://militaryminiature.com/
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Episode 62
Greg and Andy are joined by regular guest Rob for another review. This time, they are taking a look at Tarawa 1943, a solitare game based on the famous WWII battle by Worthington Publishing. Links discussed on the show: https://www.worthingtonpublishing.com/collection/idzl1syo43ys6s15dcvgmz0l8jufwa
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Episode 61
Greg and Andy are joined by Rob for Episode 61 as they take alook at the new print-on-demand game Bismarck Solitare, by Worthington Publishing! https://www.worthingtonpublishing.com/bismarck-solitaire
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Episode 60: January 2022 Hobby Update
Greg and Andy are back with the first episode of the MBS Podcast in the newer, streamlined format. In this episode, they discuss what they have been painting, playing, and watching over the last month. Then, Andy digs into the MBS Community SITREP, and then they finish off with an overview of…
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Episode 59
It's the 6th anniversary of the MBS Podcast, and Greg and Andy are back to discuss all that happened in 2021 and what they are looking forward to in 2022! Links Discussed in the Show: https://news.usni.org/2021/10/13/sale-of-last-conventional-supercarriers-deals-final-blow-to-museum-hopes...
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Episode 58
Greg and Andy are back with the latest episode of the MBS podcast! This time around, after catching everyone up on what they've been doing since the last show, Andy walks Greg through a review of FlickFleet by Eurydice Games! FlickFleet Reveiw: 41 Min Links Discussed on the Show: FlickFleet...
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Episode 57
A little later than originally planned, Episode 57 of the Man Battlestations Podcast is here! This time, Greg and Andy are joined by Eric "EasyE" Farrington, a game designer with an upcoming naval combat game being published by Osprey. In a wide-ranging interview, Eric shares his insights and...
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Episode 56
Greg and Andy are joined by returning guest Andy B. to discuss Battlefleet Gothic, the classic space combat game set in the Warhammer 40k universe! During the round table, Andy and Andy B. share their thoughts on a number of aspects surrounding the game and its community. Later, they give the…
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Episode 55
It's time for Episode 55 of the Man Battlestations Podcast! This time around, Greg and Andy are joined by Hendrik Jan Seijmonsbergen, the author of the WW II naval game, Naval War! Later, Greg and Andy are joined by returning guest Rob to do a short tribute to the late, great James D.…
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Episode 54
It's the dog days of Summer, and Greg and Andy are back with another hot episode! First up, they interview Rory Crabb, the designer of Naval Command and other games. Then, they discuss Andy's modern naval miniatures project, including he pros and cons of scale selection and what pieces are needed...
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Episode 53
Greg and Andy are back for another episode of the MBS Podcast! This time, they revisit a topic the first talked about 3 years ago - Their experiences and thoughts with Kickstarter! Next up, they do a full review of the new edition of Dystopian Wars, by Warcradle Studios. Kickstarter Update: 42…
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Episode 52
Greg and Andy are back with another episode packed full of naval gaming goodness! First up, Andy interviews Claude and Marcus, two History Professors at the US Naval Academy who have started a wargaming initiative to instruct Midshipmen. Next up, Greg and Andy are joined by...another Andy! Andy…
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Episode 51
Once again, Greg and Andy are joined by Rob as they talk about all things naval wargaming for Episode 51 of the Man Battlestations Podcast! This episode features not one, but two great reviews. First up, our hosts discuss the new board game Devil Boats from Compass Games, which highlights PT boat...
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Episode 50
After more than 5 years of podcasting, we've reached Episode 50!!! Thanks to all of you who have listened to us over the years. This episode, Andy and Greg are joined once again by Rob to discuss the last few episodes of Mandalorian Season 2. Beware, there are spoilers!
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Episode 49
Greg and Andy are back to close out the year with the final ep of 2020! As is their tradition, they look back over their gaming experiences from 2020, and then talk about some of the things they are looking forward to in 2021.
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Episode 48
For Episode 48, Greg and Andy have Rob on to talk about his store, Fight's On!, that sells all manner of interesting accessories for both naval games and air combat games. Rob has graciously provided some discount codes to listeners of the show, which you can find below! Prior to starting the...
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Ruckdog's Report
In this very special edition of Ruckdog's Report, Andy has Stickman, The Paper Fleet Admiral, and Kim, his Mom, on to talk about the Kickstarter campaign for their new game, Paper Fleets. At only 11 years old, Stickman is ready to make waves in the naval gaming scene! Links: Paper Fleets...
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Episode 47
Greg and Andy are back for a somewhat abbreviated episode, where they talk about some exciting new developments in the world of Star Wars gaming! Greg has been playing a fair bit of the hit new video game Star Wars Squadrons, and give his impressions of it. Andy then discusses some of the new...
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Episode 46
Greg and Andy are back with two great segments for Episode 46! First up, the discuss some naval related books they have been reading lately. Later, they have Max and Marcus on from Warlord Games to talk about the recent launch of Victory at Sea, and what might be coming down the line for that…
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Episode 45
Ruckdog and Landlubber are back with another jam-packed episode of the MBS Podcast! First up, they discuss Command and Control mechanics and Fog of War in naval games. In the second segment, they discuss Oak & Iron, the new Age of Sail game from Firelock Games!
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Episode 44
Greetings! After an extended hiatus, Ruckdog and Landlubber are back with a new episode! They start off by catching up on what they've been up to over the last 7 months. Next, Landlubber asks Ruckdog some questions about his recent deployment. Finally, they discuss a few upcoming releases that…
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Episode 43
Greetings! After an (unintenionally) long delay, Episode 43 of the MBS Podcast is here! Greg and Andy catch up a bit, and then spend a little time looking back at 2019 and looking forward to what 2020 may have in store! This will unfortunately be the last episode for about 6 months, due to Andy's...
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