))
The Warhammer 40k Podcast that makes you a part of our gaming group! The Independent Characters is rated PG-13 and is family friendly. We have a positive outlook on the Warhammer 40k Hobby and explore all aspects of the Warhammer 40k Universe. Episodes release twice a month.
…
continue reading
Everyone needs a pick me up and just like coffee will provide it for the body, inspirational people provide it for the psyche. Here at Cafe Rainy Days, I hope to converse with ordinary people who have extraordinary stories to tell. I introduce you to people who provide inspiration, people who translate ideas into reality, people from all over the world, all walks of life who have the courage to follow their dreams. In Marathi, Hindi and English. The themes are around social work, travel, ins ...
…
continue reading
1
Episode 235 - Adepticon Down Under Discussion
2:40:04
2:40:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:40:04
Episode 235 of The Independent Characters takes us, primarily, on a review and recounting of Adepticon from Josh and Jody's point of view. Originally we had expected to include a bunch of information about the various game stores and events Carl went to when on vacation in Australia, but things didn't quite work out as planned on that front. If you…
…
continue reading
1
Journey Through Grief, Coping With Serious Illness and Karma Healing With Shilpa Haldule
59:47
59:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:47
In this episode Shilpa talks about how to deal with serious illness/ disability ; dealing with death in the family, divorce and other loss. A major part of Shilpa’s work is grief management which we talk about and how Shilpa helps with her technique of karma cleansing.
…
continue reading
1
Episode 234 - Unity in the Grimdark Future
2:56:01
2:56:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:56:01
Episode 234 of The Independent Characters has us taking a close look at the Sociology of Warhammer 40K Gaming Groups. We will delve into the various social dynamics within Warhammer 40,000 gaming groups such as clubs, friend groups, tournament scenes, conventions, etc. We discuss how these microcosms build camaraderie, negotiate conflicts, and crea…
…
continue reading
1
From Exam Tension, Dealing with Teenagers, Depression to Menopause and Beyond, What Can You Do?
1:15:10
1:15:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:15:10
In this second part of the Marathi conversation with Shilpa on @caferainydays, Shilpa takes us through explaining about teenagers, how to deal with their behaviour as parents, generation gap, about what stress and menopause is. She also talks about the more severe symptoms of depression and suicidal thoughts as well as how to deal with these. For p…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 233 - The Psychology of Collecting Warhammer 40k
3:04:28
3:04:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
3:04:28
Episode 233 of The Independent Characters takes an in depth look at the psychology behind collecting Warhammer 40k. We are going to explore the benefits and pitfalls of the hobby and take a look at some strategies for not increasing your "closet of opportunity"... unless that makes you happy! To help us with this we are joined for an interview with…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 232 - The Warrior Lodge: Collab Edition
3:08:17
3:08:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
3:08:17
In Episode 232 we are joined by not one, but two, distinguished guests! Distinguished may be pushing it, but we are joined by Campbel McLaughlin and Dan Boyd of the 40k Badcast! Two of our favorite people in 40k provide us with a ton of great discussion around various topics that are floating around the Warhammer universe at this time in an episode…
…
continue reading
In Episode 231 we are going to take a look at the history of Legions Imperialis. We talk about where it came from, what roles in filled in the past, and what role it fills now. We hope you enjoy Episode 231 as much as we enjoy Legions Imperialis! Time Stamps: 0:00:00 - Show Intro and Elite Choice 0:13:25 - Workbench and Hobby Progress 1:05:00 - Leg…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 230 - Show of Force: Space Marines & Tyranids Update
2:38:16
2:38:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:38:16
Episode 230 of The Independent Characters has us return for an update to our Show of Force for the new Space Marines and Tyranid Codexes! Be warned that Show of Force episodes tend to be damaging to people's wallets. We have two great guests join us as well to talk about each of the armies from a competetive perspective (which is not really our exp…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 229 - 2023 Warhammer 40k Year in Review
2:54:21
2:54:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:54:21
Episode 229 of The Independent Characters takes a long look at how the year of 2023 impacted Warhammer 40k, our experiences, and what we personally plan for in 2024. This is a long episode where we go month by month through the key products that Games Workshop released for Warhammer 40k and provide our opinions on how it all went down. We hope you …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 228 - It's not a Battle Report
2:09:48
2:09:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:09:48
Episode 228 of The Independent Characters has us discussing Battle Reports, their place in 40k, and what you can and cannot get out of them. To help us with this conversation we have brought in Nick Froese from PlayOn Tabletop to discuss what exactly goes into the creation of their YouTube show. In addition we spend some time speaking with Adam Abr…
…
continue reading
1
Relationship, Teenage and Children’s Counsellor: Shilpa Haldule Dhondarikar
1:00:01
1:00:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:01
Shilpa Haldule Dhondarikar has been a counsellor for over 28 years through her consultancy - Nurturing minds. She deals in all areas of relationship counselling, children’s and teenage counselling. She also helps people with grief management, overcoming depression and managing long term illnesses. Shilpa has a Masters in Psychology and advertising …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 227 - Adeptus Titanicus Maximus
2:09:25
2:09:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:09:25
Episode 227 of The Independent Characters has Carl and Josh attending an incredible event for Adeptus Titanicus. In this episode we will discuss what the Burning of Califax event by the Gothamos Gaming Group (or G3 for short) entailed, what our experience there was, and what it takes to run an event like this. Bear with our audio quality in the fin…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 226 - The Grimdark Gauntlet
2:00:42
2:00:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:00:42
WARNING! This episode is best experienced on our YouTube Channel! There is a significant visual component to parts of it that really lend themselves much better to video. You have been warned! Episode 226 introduces us to a new show called The Grimdark Gauntlet! We will put our contestants through a series of challenges to determine who can come ou…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 225 - The State of the Galaxy
2:25:25
2:25:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:25:25
Episode 225 of The Independent Characters has us taking a look at the State of the Galaxy. This means we are doing a review of the major changes and updates to the lore over the last 10 years or so. It used to be that nothing changed in the Warhammer 40k universe. It was always two minutes to midnight and the clock stayed there. Since 7th edition t…
…
continue reading
1
Life Out At Sea - A Marine Engineer’s Perspective: Deepak Saranjame @Caferainydays part 1
1:01:54
1:01:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:54
Deepak Saranjame's 30-Year Journey | Part 1 ⚓Conversation in Marathi/English with Deepak Saranjame, a seasoned Chief Engineer with over 30 years of sailing experience. In this gripping Part 1 of our conversation, we delve into the challenges faced at sea, canals and passages navigated by ships. Packed with information about ships, cargo and sailing…
…
continue reading
Episode 224 sees Josh and Carl joined by Aaron and Justin. If you are looking for a lot of Warhammer 40k hobby progress and games played... well this isn't going to be the episode for you. Just warning you right now. We do however, spend quite a bit of time talking about the various board games we played at our annual 'Geekend' event we do our in c…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 223 - Underhive Factions: House Delaque
2:24:23
2:24:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:24:23
In Episode 223 of The IC's we delve back into the Underhive to take a deep dive look at House Delaque (also known as the House of Shadows)! In this episode, Josh and Carl will take a look at everything from the history of the gang, the model line, and how it is played. We hope you enjoy Episode 223. Time Stamps: 0:00:00 - Show Intro, Guest Introduc…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 222 - Space Hulk: Expansions Unleashed
2:02:31
2:02:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:02:31
Episode 222 of The Independent Characters delves deep into Space Hulk To help us with this we have brought one of the members of The Basement of Death, Troy! You may have heard us talk about the '3D Spacehulk' event at Adepticon many times. The Basement of Death team are the guys that put this event together. They know just a little bit about Space…
…
continue reading
1
From Astrophysics to Organic Advocacy: A Journey of Sustainability and Unity - Pratibha Kolte
1:03:11
1:03:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:03:11
Conversation in Hindi with Pratibhatai @caferainydays Pratibhatai is an astrophysicist who has turned her attention towards the organic, chemical free farmer, bringing the farmer and consumer on the same platform. She has worked tirelessly advising, helping farmers with her knowledge, experience and sometimes financially as well to sustain organic …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 221 - Pinnacle of Plastic: Top 40k Models
3:03:08
3:03:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
3:03:08
Episode 221 of The Independent Characters takes a look at some of our favorite models across the line of Games Workshop support for the Warhammer 40,000 universe. It isn't easy picking a favorite anything as we find out. It's like trying to decide what your favorite song is, or favorite movie. Sure it sounds simple at first, but then if you are for…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 220 - The Warrior Lodge: 10th Edition 40k
2:05:32
2:05:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:05:32
Episode 229 of The Independent Characters embraces our motto of making you feel like a part of our gaming group by brining in two of our listeners to join us in an episode of The Warrior Lodge! For those who may not have listened before, The Warrior Lodge is a moderated discussion about a series of current topics in the 40k universe. This time arou…
…
continue reading
1
Harnessing Energy: Exploring Sacred Spaces and the Spiritual Path with Swami Mahesh
51:22
51:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:22
Swami Mahesh is the founder and team leader of SIYA International. Born in India, he had series of psychic experiences from early age that guided him on the path of yoga and spirituality and connection to his Guru Swami Satyananda Saraswati in 1994. He served in his Guru’s mission in various capacity over 14 years and entered in his wandering stage…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 219 - Warhammer 40k 10th Ed & Leviathan
2:22:40
2:22:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:22:40
Episode 219 of The Independent Characters takes a unique look at 10th Edition and Leviathan. Warhammer 40k 10th Edition is here and so is Leviathan, the latest huge starter box from Games Workshop. Everyone knows this though. So why cover it? Well with something like this you kind of have to discuss the elephant (or new edition in this case) in the…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 218 - Aeronautica Imperialis: Then and Now
1:46:16
1:46:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:46:16
Episode 218 of The Independent Characters takes a deeper look at Aeronautica Imperialis. From the games origins, to where it currently stands, we look at the differences and similarities between the older and newer versions of the game. Additionally, we spend some time discussing where the game sits in the pantheon of games set in the Warhammer 40,…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 217 - Underhive Factions: House Goliath
2:29:58
2:29:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:29:58
Episode 217 of The Independent Characters brings you the first in a new series of deep dives into the world of Necromunda entitled Underhive Factions. Taking a playbook from the Show of Force episodes, we are doing a deep dive of the various factions in Necromunda! In this new series you can expect us to look at where the various gangs originated, …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 216 - Tales of Lore: Rare 40k Materials I
2:10:55
2:10:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:10:55
Episode 216 of The Independent Characters has the group covering rare and coveted Warhammer 40k Materials from the past. Over the years, Games Workshop has produced and released many very cool and specialized products for many of its ranges. The Warhammer 40,000 universe has possibly seen the most of these rare and wonderful products. In this episo…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 215 - Return of The Independent Characters (Again!)
2:03:36
2:03:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:03:36
Episode 215 of The Independent Characters is the long awaited return of the show!. We used this show to get ourselves back into form and also try out some new features. This is just a fairly open discussion focusing on what each of us have been up to over the last two years as well as what we are looking forward to, especially now that we have rest…
…
continue reading
1
Transforming your health with plant based nutrition : Insights from a Nutrition Expert
43:55
43:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:55
Dr. Gauri Rokkam is a renowned practitioner and expert trainer of Holistic Health & Whole Food Plant Based Nutrition, Natural Hygiene, & Yoga Therapy for over 25 years. Well known for her applied approach of blending Western modern medical nutrition with Eastern Yogic philosophy of food & NaturopathyPh.D. (Research on Fresh Coconut) SVYASA Yoga Uni…
…
continue reading
1
Marathi conversation- Yajurvendra Mahajan - Empowering Young Lives: A Motivational Speaker and Selfless Educationist Helping Disadvantaged Youth
39:16
39:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:16
Yajurvendra Mahajan is a mentor and founder of Deepstambh foundation. He is also motivational speaker and has given over 3000 talks. Yajurvendra ji has worked tirelessly for differently abled youth, orphans, youth from tribal areas and financially weaker young adults. Through Deepstambh ( a residential facility ) his team helps these young adults t…
…
continue reading
