Best AFV Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 59: "The Fine Art of Not Giving a Sh*t" Starring Robert Blokker 3:33:06

2M ago3:33:06

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In this episode Tracy, Will, and Chris are joined for an interview by Robert Blokker: Figure Painter, Dioramist, Story Teller, and all-round provocateur. As always you can find an album of images supporting this episode at our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/spruecuttersu/ your hosts also discuss 3D and its effect on the model industry now, …

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Proto Kitbag 26: AFV Recognition 1:14:46

2M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

So, AFV Recognition came by and we had a lot to talk about.

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Proto Kitbag 25: Delightfully Evil 1:07:54

2M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

After receiving complains about my latest analytical bit "Ukraine: on the drink of collapse", I decided to double down with the topic but having a long discission with our old friend Cody. Throughout this episode, he and I look at: -how Russia punched back against western nihilism -Ukraine is strategically vulnerable without direct US support -and …

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Proto Kitbag 24: Whore of the Orient 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

Welcome back everyone, I hope you had a good Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year season. We are back this week to talk about the lady herself, the Peoples Republic of China. I am joined by Sino Talk (@sino_talk) and Expeditionary Intelligence Group (@expint.v1) and we focus on China's activity domestically, in Africa and lightly touch on Central and So…

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Proto Kitbag 22: Tales From The Grid Square 1:30:18

2M ago1:30:18

1:30:18

Hey all, this week a community favorite Tales From The Grid Square (@tales_from_the_gridsquare) and I chatted the paranormal, incredibly dull and bizarre situations revolving around the military. A couple highlights are: -Why he started the page -Fun stories from our own experience -Interesting stories what he has received -Alot of Bigfoot talk -An…

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Proto Kitbag 21: Author Peter Maguire 1:02:10

2M ago1:02:10

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This week I was joined by Peter Maguire, an internationally accredited author who's work focuses on Cambodia, international crime, narcotics, surf culture and is now a professor at UNC Wilmington. We had an absolute fantastic conversation where we talked about: -His youth and early work -The War on Terror -Current and future projects -And the geo-p…

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Proto Kitbag 20: Spycraft 101 1:14:05

2M ago1:14:05

1:14:05

Hey all, Spycraft 101 (@spycraft101) came on the podcast this week and we talked about: -History of espionage -The average person giving up their information for comfort -Famous spies -and modern intelligence collection methods and threats P.s. I pulled a muscle in my neck the day I recorded this so there may be a few spots where I sound off cause …

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Proto Kitbag 19: Battles and Beers 1:06:25

2M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

This week, I talked with Battles and Beers (@battles.and.beers) We had a great convo about: -The war in Ukraine -Modern warfare -The warfare today -And who we are

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Proto Kitbag 18: Our Wars Today 1:30:35

2M ago1:30:35

1:30:35

Hey all, this week I spoke with Our Wars Today (@ourwarstoday2) and he had alot to say, including: - His work with Atlas News - His time in Ukraine - The Instagram journalist community - Queen is dead memes - and much more

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Proto Kitbag 17: China Chat 54:05

2M ago54:05

54:05

Hey all, this week we are joined by S2 Forward (@_s2_fwd_) and Kagan Dunlap (@kagan.dunlap), a former Marine infantrymen. This week we talk about: - US Marine Corps life style - Chinese economic situation - Camp Schwab, Okinawa - And the logistical capabilities of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan

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Proto Kitbag 16: On the Ground at HKIA 45:27

2M ago45:27

45:27

This week I talked to a Marine who assisted with the evacuation of Kabul nearly one year ago. He spoke about his quick turn around from leaving the Marine Corps School of Infantry to being in Iraq within a few short weeks. Additionally, we spoke about: - His time on post at Abby Gate - International cooperation during the evacuation - Local Afghan …

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Proto Kitbag 15: China in Focus 1:17:55

2M ago1:17:55

1:17:55

This week I am joined by returning guest Lethal Minds Journal (@lethal.minds.journal), the Cognitive Marine (@thecognativemarine), S2 Forward (_s2_fwd_), Analyze Educate (@analyzeeducate), and Comms and Logistics (commsandlogistics). This week we walked about: -China's logistical problem -China's military community -The Chinese civilian perception …

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Proto Kitbag 14: Warren Stoddard 52:36

2M ago52:36

52:36

This week I am joined with Warren Stoddard, a Syria and Ukrainian veteran and published author. Following his time in college, Warren volunteered to fight with the YPG in Kurdistan after Turkey launched their invasion. While with the YPG he was wounded, returned to the states and recently volunteered to train the Ukrainian military. Additionally, W…

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Proto Kitbag 13: Popular Front's Sam Black 1:16:48

2M ago1:16:48

1:16:48

I hope you enjoy the intro and outro music for the Croatoan Report Podcast because this week I talked with Sam Black (samblack.jpeg), the man responsible for both the sound for this podcast, and the soundtrack work for Popular Front. This week we talk about - Music in relation to identity - Sam's music hobby - The outcome of the Russo-Ukrainian war…

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Proto Kitbag 12: Book Talk with Meridian News 1:11:44

2M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

Welcome back everyone, this week I sit down with Meridian News (@meridiannews). Meridian is a project dedicated to sharing and aggregating open source intelligence, stories from individuals experiencing history, and amplifying underreported global news. As an avid reader on both ends, we discuss multiple books that we have read and recommend, as we…

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Proto Kitbag 11: Five Eyes on China 1:07:57

2M ago1:07:57

1:07:57

This week we are joined by Alcon S2 (@alcon.s2), a New Zealand based intelligence page dedicated to covering the INDO-PACIFIC area of responsibility (AOR). Alcon S2 and I reference our time as analysts in the Pacific theater to discuss: - Chinese expansion under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) - Interoperability between FVEY (AUS, CAN, US, UK, N…

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Proto Kitbag 10: On Culture and Failed States 1:12:26

2M ago1:12:26

1:12:26

This week we are joined by Ahmed Hassan, the CEO and founder of Grey Dynamics (@greydynamics) , a London based private intelligence organization with accreditations from the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom, and several other national level organizations. This week we speak about: - Ahmed's background as a Somali refugee, financ…

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Proto Kitbag 9: Lethal Minds Journal 1:11:50

2M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

This week we are joined by Graham, the curator and one of the leading members behind Lethal Minds Journal. Lethal Minds aims to deliver information and intelligence to the community through a militaristic angle. Meaning, Lethal Minds looks to collect both current and prior service members to assist in delivering the information that they would have…

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Proto Kitbag 8: Fun Times 1:17:41

2M ago1:17:41

1:17:41

In a special extended episode, we caught up with our friend Cody. Cody is currently working with Task Force 31 (task_force_31) to help train, aid, and equip Ukrainian fighters heading to the front line. Additionally, we discuss: - The future in Ukraine - projected global food shortage - Wagner Group - French foreign policy - US mid-term elections -…

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Proto Kitbag 7: You boys like shadow ban? 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

This week on Croatoan Report Cody and I discuss a variety of topics including: - The projected future for the war in Ukraine - The Germany-Poland dynamic for control in Europe - United States mid-term elections and its relationship with social media - and the future of independent journalism on a increasingly censored platform (META)…

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Proto Kitbag 6: Tessaron News 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

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I am joined this week with Tessaron News, and fellow news and intelligence page on Instagram. By sharing a similar background, Tessaron and I look at several topics through and analytical lens, including (but not limited to): - Russian capabilities assets in Ukraine - The future of the United States Marine Corps via Expeditionary Advanced Base Oper…

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Proto Kitbag 5: Late Chats 57:15

2M ago57:15

57:15

Three days late but who is counting. In this episode we talk about how the Taliban might be in Afghanistan. Additionally, Cody and I talk about: - Taliban TTP's - The Ukrainian Mafia - And Chechens in Afghanistan

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Proto Kitbag 4: The "Why" in Ukraine 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

Matt, Cody (episode 2), and Stephen start off this episode by discussing the role of Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) in Ukraine. We also discuss the Russian War Colleges apparent disregard of lessons learned from the Soviet-Afghan (1979-1989) and Georgia (2008) Wars as well as touching on recently passed Russian laws regarding informatio…

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Proto Kitbag 3: On Russia's failure in Ukraine 53:08

2M ago53:08

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In this episode, Cody (a writer for the page) elaborates on his previous assessment regarding Russia's predetermined failure within Ukraine. The main topics highlighted throughout the episode are (but not limited to): -Russia's logistical shortfalls -Russia's degraded combined arms capabilities -Russia's inability to achieve air superiority due to …

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Proto Kitbag 2: Chase Baker's "The Filthy American" 1:24:49

2M ago1:24:49

1:24:49

Formerly a resident of Iraqi Kurdistan during the Iraq war, The Filthy American (@thefilthyamerican2.0) is the online persona of Chase Baker, a college student based in the American Southeast. In his own words, “I write about conflicts, culture, geopolitics and anything I think a reader will find worth reading.” During this episode, we talk about: …

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Proto Kitbag 1: Dr. John O'Brian and the War in Ukraine 34:07

2M ago34:07

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Dr. John O'Brian is the director of a faith-based humanitarian mission in Ukraine. Arriving in 1997, Dr. O'Brian dedicated his time to assisting orphans and the blind until the annexation of Crimea (2014) and subsequent war in Donbas (2015). Since then, Dr. O'Brian has been an active volunteer assisting Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and wound…

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Episode 58: "Salty Beef and the Planty Plants " Featuring Radek Pituch 3:39:15

3M ago3:39:15

3:39:15

In this episode, Chris, Tracy and Will talk about recasters, the pitfalls of selling STLs vs prints, and ugly planes, Tracy also gives us a masterclass in modelling groundwork Chris sits down with Robert Crombeecke from Scale Model Challenge (http://Scalemodelchallenge.com) to talk about what people can expect from the workshops at this year's show…

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Episode 38: Tales From The Grid Square (again) 1:37:06

4M ago1:37:06

1:37:06

He's back and we talk ghouls, NPCs, and Ben Shapiro

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Episode 57, "The Move-Move and the Bad Move" Feat. Noah Krasowitz 3:15:26

4M ago3:15:26

3:15:26

In this Episode, Will, Chris, and Tracy interview Noah Krasowitz (https://www.facebook.com/noah.krasowitz.9) of Artbox (https://www.modelkasten.com/), the editorial company behind Scale Aviation, Model Graphix, Armor Modeling, and Navy Yard modelling magazines The guys also talk about zombie memes, and the usual cornucopia of modelling crap During …

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Episode 56: Herpaderpaderpaderp, feat. Chris Jerrett 3:13:21

5M ago3:13:21

3:13:21

In this Episode, Will, Cracy, and Triss interview the phenomenally talented Chris Jerrett and talk armour modelling, mountain biking and bespoke time zones. Chris's socials https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=chris%20jerrett%20modeling instagram chris_jerrett_models._ The debate about the state of social media modelling rumbles on, and we dive in…

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Goodbye Cody 6:01

5M ago6:01

6:01

Hey all, As some of you may know, Cody has decided to leave Kitbag. Cody helped (and often spearheaded) the direction of the page/podcast. I thank him for the work he put into our community and know he positively impacted many of you. I also appreciate his support and guidance over the last year while I was in Africa and going through my own person…

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Episode 37: Sino Talk 1:44:44

5M ago1:44:44

1:44:44

In this episode we talk about China, Evergrande, the Chinese in social sphere and

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Episode 36: SOF Down Under 1:27:46

5M ago1:27:46

1:27:46

We are joined by John (IG: Johns_op) to discuss Australian commandos, Afghanistan, the world and all things in your kitbag.

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Special Episode: Model Podcasters Roundtable 2:04:39

6M ago2:04:39

2:04:39

In this special episode, which is going out on all the podcaster's own channels, you get to hear a special discussion we, the Scale Model Podcasters, set up over the holidays The discussion includes the producers of most of the well known modelling podcasts: Dave Goldfinch from On the Bench Darrin Cook from the Model Geeks Rob Riviezzo from the Mod…

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Episode 35: SOFt Operations 1:31:06

6M ago1:31:06

1:31:06

In this episode we sit down with Aaron, a former civil affairs operator in Afghanistan and the Philippines, then a Military Intelligence officer. Aaron offers a different perspective on SOF and the GWOT.

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Episode 55: "the Big Meh" ..... Meh 1:43:16

6M ago1:43:16

1:43:16

Chris, Tracy and Will return from the holidays, not rested and not refreshed, and jaded with the state of the online modelling community. its all so Blur... Contact the show: spruecuttersunion@gmail.com Please support our sponsors https://anyz.io http://tetramodel.com https://scalemodeller.com.au https://insidethearmour.com Check out all the great …

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Episode 34: Southern Africa 101 1:45:56

6M ago1:45:56

1:45:56

In this episode, Shombe Report joins us to talk about Southern Africa. Born and raised in Mozambique Shombe Report has been a superb friend and benefit to our community on all things Africa and the region's military.

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EDUARD MODELS EXCLUSIVE! with Vladimir Sulc and Jan Bobek 25:45

6M ago25:45

25:45

In this special episode, Vladimir Sulc, CEO, and Jan Bobek, of Eduard, join Chris and Tracy to give us exclusive news of a brand new, all new tool kit, from Eduard.... Check out our facebook page for photos of this kit! https://www.facebook.com/spruecuttersu Please support our sponsors https://anyz.io http://tetramodel.com https://scalemodeller.com…

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Episode 33: Bag Boyz 1:23:41

7M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

Matt and Cody recap, the year in a Patreon episode-style format.

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Episode 32: An Intelligent Life 1:24:09

7M ago1:24:09

1:24:09

We sit down with Ryan West (IG:rwyeasnt) a former MARSOC Intel sergeant turned real estate agent. Ryan was matt's instructor when he first became an intel nerd and we sit down to talk about life, war, and intel.

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Episode 31: Coral Sea Raiding Company (CSRC) 1:06:28

7M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Karl, an Australian sniper from 2RAR with multiple combat deployments comes on to talk about his business and page Coral Sea Raiding Company on Instagram, gear, snipers, and your wife's boyfriend's credit cards.

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Episode 30: Warfighter Coffee (Australia) 1:16:10

8M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

In this episode, we talk to Ian, founder of Warfighter Coffee, and we discuss veteran suicide, transitioning to civilian life, and veterans internationally

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Episode 54: "The Attitude and the Gratitude" Featuring Rick Lawler 3:25:48

8M ago3:25:48

3:25:48

In this episode, Chris, Tracy, and Will talk to Rick Lawler about art and modelling, his powerful pieces, "Burden of Sorrow" and "Some Kind of Monster", modelling darker subjects and capturing "Lightning in a Bottle", plus his work with AK and other brands and, of course, his superb Youtube channel, Propaganda. (https://www.youtube.com/c/ricklawler…

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Episode 29: Myanmar (Burma) 101 1:47:59

8M ago1:47:59

1:47:59

In this episode, we bring on Dean, a Patreon member and infantry enthusiast to explain the crucible that is Myanmar. Also matt left his laptop in his rental car.

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Episode 28: Helicopters in War 1:48:12

8M ago1:48:12

1:48:12

In this episode, we talk to Skid Row who is represented by a Marine Corps Cobra pilot. Skid Row is a group of pilots that discuss and meme army aviation on a famous Instagram account. Want to know the future of rotary aviation and what it might hold? Listen in

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Episode 53 "Unglued Cats and Hipster Hats" (SMC Special Pt.2) 3:36:30

8M ago3:36:30

3:36:30

In this episode, Chris, Will and Tracy discuss what's on their benches, including Will's dirty cans, Tracy's changing plans, and Chris's A-20. They also discuss the recent YouTube video that pissed off the world, and present a set of recordings from Scale Model Challenge to round off their coverage of this year's show. This includes recordings from…

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Episode 52: SMC Special Part 1: "The Plastic Sprue Cutters Posse Posse Podcast Union" Featuring TJ Haller and John Bonnani 2:06:14

9M ago2:06:14

2:06:14

In this episode, Chris, Tracy, and Will are joined by TJ and John from the Plastic Posse Podcast to discuss their experiences of Scale Model Challenge 2023 Check out the Posse here: https://plasticpossepodcast.buzzsprout.com/ and their facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/PlasticPosse Please support our sponsors https://anyz.io http://tetra…

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Absolute Grubbery #2 1:05:38

9M ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Cody Talks about the worst houses he has cleaned up, Dingo goes to Vietnam, and Matt has to fight for his life.

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Episode 27: With the Old Breed 1:50:31

9M ago1:50:31

1:50:31

This week we are joined by Sergeant First Class Dennis Mullins, a veteran of the Marine Corps infantry (1990-1994), US Army infantry (2005-2009), US Army intelligence analyst (2009-2022), and current contractor. He and I (Matt) discuss his experiences throughout his career, a comparison between soldering in the 1990s and the current day, and some f…

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Episode 26: The Middle East 101 1:01:04

9M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

Do you think you have a handle on the Middle East? Well come in and grab a chair, Matt and Cody are gonna go down the list of things that matter in that part of the world.

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