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Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy

The History Network

Frequency: 1 episode/34d. Total Eps: 114

An irregular podcast looking at wargaming, from historical gaming such as Black Powder, Bolt Action and Chain of Command to Scifi and Fantasy with Warhammer 40k and Frostgrave.

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27/10/2026
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26/10/2026
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21/10/2026
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#80
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18/10/2026
#35
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Games
17/10/2026
#93

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https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/wss-mag
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https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/en-gb/pages/wss-magazine
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https://www.deymansion.org/?fbclid=IwAR1_a7afkd6cgXkhSsxu9H60W20EheXFZcr0C_KxchEhdPH2BYoMgj1w73I
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https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/warlordgames/vanguard-normandy
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WSS115 - Peeking Behind the Shieldwall

Episode 115

Saturday, October 24, 2026 • Duration 01:00:24

What can wargaming teach us about Viking Age warfare?

Alongside the latest wargaming news to arrive at WSS HQ, we're joined by James Morris, author of Midgard: Heroic Battles, and Ryan Lavelle, Professor of Early Medieval History at the University of Winchester. Together, they're behind Winchester Shieldwall: A Wargaming Forum on Viking Age Warfare, taking place in on the 21st of November 2026. We discuss the event, the appeal of the period and how historical research influences the way we bring the Viking Age to the tabletop.

Links:
Winchester Shieldwall: A Wargaming Forum on Viking Age Warfare
Drone Front: Operations
Modular 28mm Trench System, Warfulcrum Games
1812 The Retreat From Moscow
Baroco Miniatures

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WSS114 - The Show Must Go On?

Episode 114

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 01:05:29

In this episode, Guy brings us the latest news from the world of wargaming before chatting to Glyn Williams about the history of the Crusade show at Penarth. They also discuss what Glyn has learned from running wargaming shows over the years, and why he has decided to step away from running them.

References:
Fire & Bronze, Bad Goblin Games
ACW, Shed of War
Wozname, Thingiverse
Clash at Kadesh
Bohemian Knights

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WSS113 - Forward March

Episode 113

Thursday, July 30, 2026 • Duration 01:12:11

Digital Sculpting, 3D Printing and the Future of Miniatures.

Guy brings us the latest hobby news from the War Room, before chatting with Steffan Carey about digital sculpting, 3D printing and how technology is changing the way we create miniatures. Jasper then explains why you should take part in the Great Wargames Survey 2026.

Links:
Flank March Miniatures
Sarissa Precision
Blackpowder Epic Battles, Warlord Games
Fire! Modern Combat, Sen Games
Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy
KPMags (iOS / Android)

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WSS112 - It Ain't Half Hot Mum

Episode 112

Friday, June 26, 2026 • Duration 01:00:45

With Angus away, Jasper takes the hosting chair for this episode. Alongside all the latest news from the hobby, Guy sits down with Tony Reidy from Wargames Atlantic to discuss the company's strategy, how new projects come together, and what hobbyists can look forward to in the months ahead.

Links:
Table Top Teasers 2, Partizan Press
Daimyo, Osprey Games
Snorkers, INWTS Wargames
Haywire, Modiphius

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W111 - Beating the Blues

Episode 111

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 • Duration 43:18

In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the team discusses beating the blues and staying motivated when hobby enthusiasm begins to fade. Every wargamer experiences those periods when projects stall, inspiration dries up, and even getting figures onto the tabletop feels like hard work. The group shares ideas for staying engaged, rediscovering enthusiasm, and keeping the hobby enjoyable when the mojo disappears.

The team also looks back at Partizan, discussing some of the games, displays, and ideas that stood out from one of the highlights of the wargaming calendar.

And, of course, Guy brings along all the latest news from the world of wargaming.

Joining Angus for this episode are Guy, Chris, Jasper, and returning guest Joe Mealy.

Links:
Libertadors: Wargaming The Liberation of Spanish America 1808-1833
Oathmark: Second Edition
War Front Miniatures
Lead Adventure Forum
Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy

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WSS110 - Salute 2026

Episode 110

Saturday, April 18, 2026 • Duration 40:28

In this episode, we look back at this year's Salute and ask whether it still holds its place as the must-attend event in the wargaming calendar.

Guy was on the ground taking it all in, joined by Joe Mealy as his wing man, with Mark also making an appearance. Together, they share their impressions of the day, from standout games and eye-catching displays to the broader trends shaping the hobby.

What grabbed their attention? What surprised them? And how did this year's show compare to previous Salutes?

Before that, we head to the newsroom for the latest news from the world of wargaming, not all of it coming from Salute.

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Recruit Painting
Bello Ludi
Warbases
Warriors of Athena
7th Son
Wargames Atlantic
Warlord
Snorkers
Victrix
Brunderkrieg 1
Crow Industries

WSS109 - Epic Insights

Episode 109

Sunday, March 29, 2026 • Duration 58:29

Coming up on today's episode, we will be bringing you the latest news from the world of wargaming.

After that, Guy sits down with Ian Strickland from Warlord Games to talk about what's been happening at Warlord, their latest releases, and what's coming up next.

There is plenty to get into…

Links:
The Chronicles of Midgard
Brunderkrieg 1
Kepis & Bayonets
Torpedoes and Tides
Salute

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WSS108 - Beachhead

Episode 108

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 • Duration 46:56

Guy speaks to Peter Valinski, organiser of The Beachhead Tabletop Games Expo, about running one of the UK's largest tabletop gaming shows. With thousands of attendees, clubs, traders and publishers all under one roof, Beachhead has become a major fixture on the wargaming calendar. Plus the team catch up on what is new in the world of wargaming.

Links:
Irregular Miniatures
CYMK Old West, Sarrisa
Crimean Ottoman Turks, Warlord Games
28mm Napoleonic French, Wargames Atlantic and Piano Wargames
Texas & War 1839-1846, Patizan Press

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WSS107 - A Few of Our Favourite Things

Episode 107

Monday, January 12, 2026 • Duration 47:51

In this episode of the Wargames Soldiers and Strategy podcast, Angus is joined by Guy, Jasper, Chris, and Mark for a discussion about painting.

The team talk about what they enjoy painting, how they approach it, and whether they have favourite sculpts or manufacturers that keep them coming back to the painting table.

The episode also includes the latest hobby news from Guy at Bowers Villas.

Links:
Warriors of Athena: Heroes (Osprey)
Warriors of Athena: Quests (Osprey)
The Tales of Robin Hood (Crooked Dice)
The Barons' War: King John (Wargames Atlantic)
Viking Blood Feud (Edinburgh university)

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WSS106 - Atlantic Fishing

Episode 106

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 • Duration 55:49

In this episode of the Wargames Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the team catch up on the latest news from 'Bowers Villas', including upcoming releases and community events. Guy then talks with Andy and Charlie from Wargames Atlantic about their growing range of plastic figures and what they have in the works for the coming months.

We finish with a look at what everyone has been doing on their hobby desks, with plenty of inspiration for painters and gamers alike.

Links:
Hide, Stone, and Bone: A Paleolithic Skirmish Wargame (Osprey)
Into The Valley Of Death (Warlord)
Armies Of Imperial Japan With 'Into The Jungle' (Warlord)
Death Fields (Wargames Atlantic)