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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36 - The Amazing Art of Rodger MacGowan and Bonaparte's Eastern Empire
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This episode there was no interview, but a dive into a game much discussed last episode and well as a good look at Rodger B MacGowan's lush new artbook cum autobiography. Here's the video version of the podcast Here's the audio version of the podcast Vento Nuovo releases Blocks in the East Devir Games updates the release schedule Thin Red Line Game…
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This was a lengthy interview, so it's all alone. Look for a fairly quick follow-up episode with a look at the game mentioned in this interview as well as a dive into Rodger MacGowan's beautiful new art autobiography. Episode 35 Video version Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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This episode is mostly about Vuca, the up and coming publisher from Germany. It features an interview with Patrick Gebhardt, one of Vuca's founders, and a close look at a new game from them, 1812 Napoleon's Fateful March. You can find the audio version of the podcast here. Here's some link to things we discussed: Full video version of the 1812 game…
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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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32 - Volko Ruhnke and Series Games (audio only version)
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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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31 - John Butterfield | GMT West | Norman Conquests
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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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30 - General Orders World War II and Rebel Fury
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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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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.
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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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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
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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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027 - Happy New Year David Thompson - A look back at 2023 and an interview with the Undaunted designer
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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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026 - Kevin Bertram and Napoleon 1807
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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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025 - San Diego HistCon and Jason Matthews
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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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024 - Will Bauer, Levy & Campaign, Inferno, New Survey
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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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023 - Desert Victory-Afrika Korps-Uncomfortable History
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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021 - Sean Druelinger, Commands and Colors Napoleonics, and don't mess with Avalon Hill
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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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020 - From Blind Swords to Dogfights: Exploring the Wargaming Industry with Roger Miller and Revolution Games
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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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 Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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014 - Happy Anniversary Steve Carey
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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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013 - Kai Jensen and Weekend at the Warehouse
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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 Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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More wargaming goodness: Death of an Army: Ypres 1914 Storm over Stalingrad Plus books, what's on the table, what's new, and bouquets and brickbats. Support the Show.
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009 - pushingcardboard - Stonewall in the Desert
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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008 - pushing cardboard - Flames Across the Border!
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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007 - pushingcardboard - Last Hundred Swords
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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 Support the Show.…
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006 - pushingcardboard - Check That Impulse
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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005 - pushingcardboard - Carl Paradis
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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. Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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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 Support the Show.By Grant Linneberg
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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 Support the Show.…
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002 - pushingcardboard - Head East, Young Man
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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 Support the Show.By Grant
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