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Talk about historical boardgames and boardgaming. Tabletop conflict simulation boardgames, from old school hex-and-counter to modern card driven games and beyond. If it's a historical game, a political game, or a wargame, we'll talk about it. We dive into specific games in detail each episode, with tips on how to play and how the game fits in with other similar games. As well, we usually have an interview with a designer or publisher. And finally, we have news from the history gaming world a ...
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This episode features an interview with GMT's head of development, Jason Carr, as well as a look at the most recent addition to Mark Simonitch's zoc-bond games, his remake of France '40. Here's some links to things mentioned in the podcast: 2023 CSR Awards Winners announced Band of Brothers goes to the East Front GMT May Newsletter. GMT June Newsle…
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This is a special episode consisting solely of my recent interview with designer Volko Ruhnke about designing series games. This interview took place live at the SD HistCon online convention in June 2024. There is also a video version TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true …
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The centerpiece of this episode was my interview with John Butterfield, but a few other things popped up. My trip to GMT West in April. Lots of pics! Another update and update kit for Hannibal and Hamilcar from Phalanx Franklin 1864 Kickstarter from Worthington New game company, Neva Wargames I will be interviewing Volko Ruhnke again, this time abo…
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Ep. 30 General Orders and Rebel Fury This episode there was no interview, but a dive into two very different games. The podcast is available through Apple, Spotify, Google and all the usual places. It's also available directly on the website. For those looking for the video version, it's available on youtube. Here's links to other things mentioned …
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Pushing Cardboard #29 The two big features this episode were my interview with Vez Arponen, designer of All Bridges Burning and the upcoming Order and Oportunity, and a look at the latest game in the Panzer series, North Africa. I'm happy to say this episode of Pushing Cardboard is sponsored by Noble Knight Games. Click here to go to their storefro…
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This episode features an interview with designer Sam London, who's new game Firefight Tactical is burning up the P500 list. As well, I'll compare two games on the battle of Gazala in WWII. The Cauldron from Roger Miller and Revolution Games, and Operation Theseus from Vuca Simulations. As well, there will be the usual news, tips for newbies, and ge…
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This episode features an interview with David Thompson, co-designer or designer of many series including Undaunted, Pavlov's House, War Chest, and General Orders: WWII. As well, we take a look back at 2023 with a few best of lists and polls, and check in on what's up for 2024. And of course, there's all the news, newbie tips, kudos and rants you've…
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This episode features an interview with Kevin Bertram, head honcho at Fort Circle Games and designer of their initial release, The Shores of Tripoli. As well, we take a good look at Napoleon 1807 from Shakos Games. On top of that, there is news of our new newsletter as well as a scattering of news from around the hobby, and the usual chatter about …
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Pushing Cardboard starts its third season with a look at Grant's recent trip to SD Histcon as well as an interview with designer Jason Matthews. Plus: newbie tips, books, news and all the usual wargaming chatter. *** In this episode I strayed from my usual infallibility and made at least two factual errors. Brian Train’s game on RTT is of course Al…
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This episode features an interview with long distance gaming buddy Will Bauer. We talk all things Levy and Campaign. As well, there are all the usual ramblings and mutterings, and a new segment for new players. Links to a few things mentioned in the podcast: Compass Games catalogue Lock n Load post Heroes of Normandie post Unboxing Clash of Carrier…
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This episode features a comparison of two games set in North Africa in WWII: Desert Victory by Trevor Bender and C3i magazine Afrika Korps by Charles S Roberts and Avalon Hill We'll take a look at both and see where we're at with gaming this theater. As well, I'll have news, a look at what I've been playing, what new games came in and the usual cha…
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A format departure this episode as Grant looks at four of his favourite games set in the first air war. Richthofen's War Ace of Aces Dawn Patrol Eagles in the Sky As well, his usual roundup of what's new, what he's been playing, and general wargame chatter. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells t…
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Another full episode! We have an interview with Sean Druelinger, designer of Point Blank: V is for Victory. And look at Commands and Colors: Napoleonics as it gets ready for its big repackaging. And I rant against anyone who slags Avalon Hill. And of course, news, chatter, what's on the table and all your favourite wargaming goodness. TREASON: Clau…
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I recently had the chance to sit down with Roger Miller, one of the co-owners of Revolution Games, to discuss the world of wargame publishing and game design. Our conversation took us through his journey from playing his first wargame in 1975 to becoming a publisher, as well as the development of the innovative Blind Swords series and the upcoming …
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Primarily an interview with Jerry West, designer of Atlantic Chase as well as the Skies Aboves series and the Enemy Coast Ahead series. As well, news and notes from the world of wargaming. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von... Listen on: Apple Podcast…
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A one-two punch of WWII games that have been re-released in fancy new editions. Task Force: Carrier Battles in the Pacific from Vuca Simulations The Russian Campaign: Deluxe 5th Edition from GMT Plus what's news, what's new, what's on the table, and more. The Russian Campaign: -For those wanting a closer look at the components, my unboxing -For tho…
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This episode we discuss A GREATER VICTORY from Revolution Games, and BORDER STATES from Shakos games. As well, the usual news and chatter about what I've been playing, the deluge of new games that have arrived in the new year, favourites from last year, and the endless calls for entry level games. Mentioned in the episode: San Diego HistCon Spring …
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Brant from the Armchair Dragoons asked me to host a two hours slot for their Online Wargame Convention. I asked Harold Buchanan to be my guest, and he brought a couple more surprise guests with him, Jason Matthews and Brian Train. It's a long rambling conversation, but it's all about wargames. This was a bit of a bonus episode. We'll be back in a w…
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In this episode: Interview with Trevor Bender, designer of the upcoming Desert Victory A dive into Saladin from Shakos And links: C3i magazine Pushing Cardboard Discord server wargamers.social on Mastodon pushingcardboard.com polls pushingcardboard.com top 5 of 2022 TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treaso…
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Happy One Year Anniversay to us! In this episode we look back at the past year, and then feature an interview with wargaming hobby jack-of-all-trades Steve Carey. Steve is the designer of the latest game in the Blind Swords series from Revolution Games, and is also at work on the next volume. As well, the usual wargame chatter. Also mentioned: Armc…
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An interview with Kai Jensen, wife of much loved designer Chad Jensen, and new full-time GMT employee. We talk about what she's doing with the designs that remain after Chad's death. A recap of all the wargames I played and people I met at GMT's fall Weekend at the Warehouse. Also mentioned: https://www.rally-the-troops.com https://www.youtube.com/…
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***Vuca are not based in Italy. Germany! Mea culpa.*** Episode 12 in which we discuss: Battle of Kursk: The Tigers are Burning Hammer of the Scots IKEA Good gaming partners Co-op vs Compteitive gaming. And all the wargaming yammer you crave. http://pushingcardboard.com TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Tre…
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Another whack of wargaming audio for your ears. This episode we talk about Undaunted: Normandy and Hands in the Sea. Two very different card games, neither from the traditional card driven game roots. As well, the regular what's on the table and wargame chatter. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason te…
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Another two wargames this episode: Stonewall's Sword and Rommel in the Desert Plus all the regular wargame chatter you're used to by now. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.…
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More wargaming goodness! Today we look at two games on the war of 1812: 1812: The Invasion of Canada Amateurs to Arms! Plus what's new, what's on the table, and all the other cardboard pushing goodness you love. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von... L…
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Wargames, wargames, wargames! This episode we feature two games: Swords Around the Throne The Last Hundred Yards Mentioned in the episode: Swords Around the Throne Unboxing - Pushing Cardboard Podcasts – The History of England Online Tournament for The Shores of Tripoli - Early Details | BoardGameGeek TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to…
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Let's talk about area impulse wargames, with a deep dive into Stalingrad: Verdun on the Volga by Mike Rinella As well, the usual chatter about what's new, what's on the table, and what's happening. Pushing Cardboard is your wargaming HQ. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and tr…
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This special episode is an interview with veteran wargame designer Carl Paradis. We mostly discuss his new game, Absolute War, but also touch on his No Retreat series, as well as his plans for future games. TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von... Listen…
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0:00 Intro 1:00 On the table and over the transom 6:35 Returning to ASL 22:48 Caesar: Rome vs Gaul 33:15 War Diary Magazine 35:15 Blocks wardiarymagazine.com pushingcardboard.com @cardboardpusher TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von... Listen on: Apple …
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NB- I called the B&T map area impulse. It is, of course, point to point. Mea Cupla. A few end of year lists and a look at Bayonets and Tomahawks. 00:00 Opening chat 03:56 Year end lists 14:26 Bayonets and Tomahawks 25:28 Tip of the hat to #tuesdaynewsday 27:22 Rulebooks www.pushingcardboard.com TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill H…
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Our main topics this week are a couple of WWII east front games, but there's plenty of general wargame chatter as well. If you're interested in Absolute War, the new game from Carl Paradis and GMT, there's a fairly detailed description of how it works. 00:00 Feedback 02:58 San Diego HistCon Online 10:10 HoldFast: Russia 15:42 Absolute War 40:30 Bat…
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Introduction of the host and wargaming talk about a few subjects: Commands & Colors: Ancients Nemesis: Burma 1944 Vassal Modules Youtuber Zilla Blitz Hex and Counter games TREASON: Claus von Stauffenberg and the Plot to kill Hitler In ten episodes, Treason tells the remarkable and true story of Claus von... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support…
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