Best P. Norman Grant Podcasts (2024)

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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Retribution Porn 21:12

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Revenge for dirty deeds done to The DonaldBy P. Norman Grant

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32 - Volko Ruhnke and Series Games (audio only version) 1:44:32

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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 Noble Knight Games The best place to find out of print games without paying Ebay prices! Disclaimer: This post cont…

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Tricky Trump Trial 22:52

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Discussion of broken laws.By P. Norman Grant

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31 - John Butterfield | GMT West | Norman Conquests 1:55:31

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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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The Great Migrant Disappearing ACT 25:35

2M ago25:35

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Houdini Joe: Makes migrants disappear.By P. Norman Grant

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Systemic Lawfare 23:18

3M ago23:18

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Liberal laws, lawyers, and hateful legal speech.By P. Norman Grant

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30 - General Orders World War II and Rebel Fury 39:40

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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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Lies, Lies, and more Damn Lies 19:55

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A discussion of big lies from the national media.By P. Norman Grant

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29 - Vez Arponen and Panzer North Africa. Vez tells us about his new game, Order and Opportunity. And I give Panzer North Africa a good look. 2:26:46

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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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Illegals flying as eagles 18:45

4M ago18:45

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Discussion of illegal aliens being flown into the U.S.By P. Norman Grant

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Trump's Courtroom Appearance, Fort Pierce 17:57

5M ago17:57

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Lawfare hasn't hung Trump yet. Inside the Federal Courtroom.By P. Norman Grant

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028 - Sam London and a Trip to Gazala. An interview with a new designer and a look at two games on the desert battle in WWII 1:23:13

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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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Obama's ThreePeat 24:01

5M ago24:01

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Obama's third term; now who's running the White House?By P. Norman Grant

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Election Erection 20:46

6M ago20:46

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Dems attention to Trump victories has their ears becoming erect.By P. Norman Grant

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027 - Happy New Year David Thompson - A look back at 2023 and an interview with the Undaunted designer 1:16:33

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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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Phantom Extremism 18:52

6M ago18:52

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Where are the extremists? We know.By P. Norman Grant

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026 - Kevin Bertram and Napoleon 1807 1:05:54

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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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Democrats' Hysteria 19:32

7M ago19:32

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Discussion of Democrat fear of another Trump PresidencyBy P. Norman Grant

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Insurrection Infection 25:20

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Explanation of Trump's persecution. Why are the DOJ District Courts & even the local dog catchers trying to keep Trump off the ballot?By P. Norman Grant

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025 - San Diego HistCon and Jason Matthews 1:13:31

8M ago1:13:31

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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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Going Racial 23:15

8M ago23:15

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How racism affects our politics and military.By P. Norman Grant

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024 - Will Bauer, Levy & Campaign, Inferno, New Survey 2:02:04

9M ago2:02:04

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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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Trump in Newsweek 27:38

9M ago27:38

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Trump describes his many successes in the Mid East.By P. Norman Grant

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Who Hates Whom? 16:55

9M ago16:55

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There's hate, then there's fake hate.By P. Norman Grant

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023 - Desert Victory-Afrika Korps-Uncomfortable History 42:41

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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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Mainstream News Still Stealing the Facts 22:48

10M ago22:48

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A discussion of Big Media's irresponsibiliy.By P. Norman Grant

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Don't Trust the Science 19:07

10M ago19:07

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A discussion on the bias from scientific writers & researchers.By P. Norman Grant

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022 - World War I in the Air 37:09

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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg

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Remember Election Day? 23:29

12M ago23:29

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Discussion of General Election Improvements.By P. Norman Grant

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Cost Of Climate Change Caca 21:17

1y ago21:17

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Discussion of climate change hoax.By P. Norman Grant

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021 - Sean Druelinger, Commands and Colors Napoleonics, and don't mess with Avalon Hill 1:34:03

1y ago1:34:03

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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. Support the S…

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Fake News Vs The News 18:11

1y ago18:11

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Examples of biased journalismBy P. Norman Grant

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020 - From Blind Swords to Dogfights: Exploring the Wargaming Industry with Roger Miller and Revolution Games 1:33:36

1y ago1:33:36

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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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Close Florida's Borders 21:21

1y ago21:21

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Discussion of NAACP Travel Advisory.By P. Norman Grant

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Voting Rights and Voting Wrongs 21:57

1y ago21:57

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Discussion of new voting laws.By P. Norman Grant

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019 - Jerry White Goes West 1:58:32

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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg

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Hiden Biden Lyin' 21:11

1y ago21:11

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Biden's lies v. Trump's claims.By P. Norman Grant

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Defund the Dupes 22:48

1+ y ago22:48

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Discussion of Big PhilanthropyBy P. Norman Grant

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018 - Everything Old is New Again 52:41

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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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Let DEI DIE 16:19

1+ y ago16:19

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Discussing Diversity, Equity and InclusionBy P. Norman Grant

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017 - A Border Victory 53:07

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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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Wackin' the Woke/Weaponization Committee Hearing 16:24

1+ y ago16:24

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A review of first day of House weaponization committee.By P. Norman Grant

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016 - Grant and Harold go to ACDC 2:19:33

1+ y ago2:19:33

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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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Crazy Cali and DEI 18:27

1+ y ago18:27

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Ending racism with diversity, equity and inclusion.By P. Norman Grant

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Three Way Collusion 16:31

1+ y ago16:31

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Big Tech, Big Media and Big FBIBy P. Norman Grant

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015 - Saladin vs. Trevor Bender 54:56

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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 Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg