Explore every episode of the podcast Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy
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| WSS115 - Peeking Behind the Shieldwall | 24 Oct 2026 | 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:
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| WSS114 - The Show Must Go On? | 29 Sep 2026 | 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.
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| WSS113 - Forward March | 30 Jul 2026 | 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: | |||
| WSS112 - It Ain't Half Hot Mum | 26 Jun 2026 | 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: | |||
| W111 - Beating the Blues | 26 May 2026 | 00:43:18 | |
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.
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| WSS110 - Salute 2026 | 18 Apr 2026 | 00:40:28 | |
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. Links
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| WSS109 - Epic Insights | 29 Mar 2026 | 00:58:29 | |
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: | |||
| WSS108 - Beachhead | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:46:56 | |
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.
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| WSS107 - A Few of Our Favourite Things | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:47:51 | |
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:
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| WSS106 - Atlantic Fishing | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:55:49 | |
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: | |||
| WSS105 - 3D | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:40:04 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, the team talk all things 3D — from printing and design to how it's changing the hobby. Guy also brings us the latest news from Bowers Villas, keeping everyone up to date with what's new in the world of wargaming. Links: | |||
| WSS104 - Is this just real, or is it just fantasy? | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:39:36 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Podcast, the team chat about something a little different, fantasy wargaming. How does it compare with historical gaming? Is one better than the other, or is it all just about enjoying the game, whatever the setting? Before diving into the discussion, Guy brings us the latest news from the hobby. Links:
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| WSS103 - A Hail of Bullets | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:53:24 | |
In this episode of the Wargames Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, Angus is joined by Guy, Mark, Chris and Jasper. After the latest updates from "Bowers Towers," Guy sits down with Martin Feller to talk about his game Kugelhagel. Originally published in German 18 years ago and now available in English, Kugelhagel offers fast-play rules for eighteenth and nineteenth-century battles, including the Napoleonic wars.
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| WSS102 - The Great Wargaming Survey, 2025 | 16 Aug 2025 | 00:30:01 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, Angus, Chris, Guy and Jasper take a close look at this year's Great Wargaming Survey. They discuss some of the questions, how each of them answered, and what those answers reveal about their own approaches to the hobby. The team also places this year's responses in the wider context of previous surveys, looking at the long-term trends shaping the wargaming community. On top of that, Guy brings us the latest news and updates from the world of wargaming. | |||
| WSS101 - From Our Own Correspondents | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:57:42 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, we're handing things over to our global correspondents for a series of reports on the wargaming scene in their regions. Find out what's popular, what's new, and what's drawing players to the tabletop from Europe to Australia and beyond. Links: | |||
| WSS100 - Rules of Engagement | 22 Jun 2025 | 00:51:57 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, we bring you the latest hobby news, new releases, and all the usual chatter from the wargaming world. Then we tackle a topic that some of us (naming no names… Angus) find a bit of a slog—learning new rules. How do we approach a brand-new system without losing the will to game? From rulebook wrangling to memory mishaps, we share our thoughts, strategies, and confessions.
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| WSS99 - Gaming Mechanisms | 22 May 2025 | 00:53:13 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, we're delving into the heart of tabletop gaming: mechanics. What makes a ruleset feel smooth and immersive? How do designers strike the right balance between realism, fun, and playability? We explore the design choices that shape our wargaming experiences. As always, the team begin with the latest from the world of wargaming in our regular news roundup from "Bowers Towers." Links: | |||
| WSS98 - Salute ExCels | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:41:52 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Podcast, it's all about the news! Guy gives us the latest scoop on what's been arriving through the letterbox at Bowers Towers — from new releases to exciting rulebooks and shiny miniatures. Then, we take you to the show floor at Salute, where Guy caught up with a range of traders and game designers to bring you the freshest updates straight from the UK's biggest wargaming event. Whether you're after the latest gossip, new kits, or hobby inspiration, this episode has you covered!
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| WSS97 - Themes and Questions | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:45:37 | |
This episode of the Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy podcast is a little different. Rather than charging headlong into a pre-planned topic, the team handed the reins over to you—our loyal listeners! So, for this episode, they gathered your questions and suggestions for future show themes and tried to give you some answers. Links: | |||
| WSS96 - The Science of Terrain | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:46:05 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, the team explores the science of terrain placement—how to set up your tabletop for the best possible game. Don't forget to subscribe to Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy! Visit the website to get the latest issue. Links: | |||
| WSS95 - Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025 | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:47:31 | |
In this episode, the team takes a look back at 2024, sharing their personal highlights from the year and reflecting on the standout moments in the world of wargaming. They also discuss their exciting plans and projects for the year ahead, giving you a glimpse of what's to come. As always, Guy brings us up to speed with the latest news and releases from the wargaming community. Links: | |||
| WSS94 - Competitive Gaming | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:58:30 | |
In this episode, Guy and Chris head to Firestorm Games in Cardiff to participate in a Barons' War tournament. Guy catches up with the tournament organiser for an insightful chat while Chris shares his thoughts on tournament gaming—a rare experience for him! As always, we also bring you all the latest news and updates from the wargaming world. Links: | |||
| WSS93 - Meeting Strange Men | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:48:51 | |
In this episode, on top of all the wargaming news, we dive into a common challenge for wargamers of all experience levels: finding new people to share the tabletop battlefield with. Whether you're new to the hobby or a seasoned wargamer looking to expand your circle, we discuss tips, tactics, and resources for finding like-minded players, from local clubs to online communities. Links: | |||
| WSS92 - Wargaming on a Budget | 09 Oct 2024 | 00:45:17 | |
In this episode, the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy team bring you all the latest news from the world of wargaming. They also dive into the topic suggested by regular listener ChatGPT — wargaming on a budget. The guys explore how to get the most out of your gaming experience without breaking the bank.
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| WSS91 - New Editions | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:52:17 | |
In this episode, the team reunites to catch up on all the exciting things they've been up to during the summer. Chris has had a sneak preview of Bolt Action 3. He shares his exclusive first look at the updated rules, and the team dives into a discussion about the pros and cons of new rule versions. Guy also brings us the latest updates from the world of wargaming. Links: | |||
| WSS90 - Caulking with the boys | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:51:32 | |
This episode of the Wargames, Soldiers, and Strategy podcast is a mixed bag. We kick things off with the launch of the Great War Games Survey for 2024. Following up on last month's chat with Joe Bilton, we'll delve back into terrain and Jasper's experiments with the wonder product of decorators' caulking. Additionally, Guy brings us the latest news from the world of wargaming. Links: | |||
| WSS89 - Terrain Talk | 09 Jul 2024 | 01:03:22 | |
In this episode, Jasper brings us some big news about Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy, and we talk to terrain guru Joe Bilton who gives us some hints and tips.
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| WSS88 - Inspiration | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:45:46 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the team reflect upon what in the media has inspired them with their gaming. Links: Deathship One | |||
| WSS87 - Salute, 2024 | 07 May 2024 | 00:45:31 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers, and Strategy Magazine Podcast, the team reflects on Salute, the UK's largest wargame show. Rovering reporter Guy brings all the news from the show, and Mark gives us their thoughts. Links | |||
| WSS86 - Painting Mojo | 11 Apr 2024 | 01:06:54 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, we think about how to get our painting mojo back. Also, Guy and Chris are joined by Troy, the man behind Sonic Sledgehammer Studio on YouTube. Links: | |||
| WSS85 - What is old is new | 11 Mar 2024 | 01:00:08 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, we discuss 'what is old is new'. Guy talks to Rapid Fire's Colin Rumford and Richard Marsh. Links | |||
| WSS84 - Hail Arthur | 01 Feb 2024 | 00:58:36 | |
In this Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Podcast episode, Jasper talks to Murray Dahm and Peter Von Dop. Both have penned supplements for Hail Caesar and discuss what it takes to bring history to the tabletop. Links: | |||
| WSS83 - 'Pretty in Pink', a conversation with Martin Goddard | 03 Jan 2024 | 00:58:29 | |
The team returns for the first episode of 2024! Guy brings us an interview with Martin Goddard from Peter Pig, and the boys discuss their projects for the new year. Links: | |||
| WSS82 - Talking Miniatures | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:50:41 | |
In this episode of the podcast, Guy talks to Warlord's John Stallard about his book Talking Miniatures. The book is a series of conversations with Games Workshop and Citadel alumni about their time with the company in the 1980s and 1990s. The Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine team also discuss the latest news and what they have been up to. Links: | |||
| WSS81 - Parting Shots | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:42:16 | |
Tucked away at the back of each Wargame Soldiers and Strategy magazine is 'Parting Shots', hints, tips and laughs for the wargamer. Guy recently put out a call on social media for new material for the page. In this episode, on top of the latest hobby news, the team discusses Guy's bulging mail sack and what hits and tips he received. They also reflect on some previous advice that has already appeared in the magazine. Links: | |||
| WSS80 - Fair Play | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:55:06 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy magazine podcast, as well as all the latest news, Guy talks to Brad Moran, a member of the Bolt Action Alliance, about fair, balanced and fun play games. Links: | |||
| WSS79 - We Have Ways of Making You Game | 14 Sep 2023 | 01:00:24 | |
In this episode, on top of the latest wargaming news from the newsroom at Bowers Towers, we've got a report from Al Murray and James Holland's We Have Ways Fest. Jasper and Angus talk to Too Fat Lardies Nick Skinner about his experience running Chain of Command at an event not aimed at wargaming. Links: | |||
| WSS78 - Holiday Gaming | 02 Aug 2023 | 00:43:06 | |
With the summer upon us, the Wargames Soldiers and Strategy team discuss how they take their wargaming on holiday. Jasper also tells listeners why they should participate in the 10th Great Wargaming Survey.
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| WSS77 - The Terrain Tutor | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:57:19 | |
Guy and Chris have been on manoeuvres to Mel the Terrain Tutor's workshop to take some pictures for the magazine. Whilst there, Chris grabbed an interview with Mel. The renowned miniature painter Kevin Dallimore kindly agreed to do the front cover for our 'Rise of the Redcoats' theme in Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy issue 123. Now, that cover model is being sold on eBay to raise money for the Royal British Legion. You can find all the pictures on Guy's blog. The team also discuss the latest news and what they have been up to. Links: | |||
| WSS76 - Bring out your lead | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:51:19 | |
What do you do when your wargame cupboard is full? In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the boys discuss having a clearout and give you some ideas on how to create more space. Guy also brings us the latest hobby news. Links:
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| WSS75 - Salute, 2023 | 01 May 2023 | 00:36:55 | |
Salute is arguably the largest wargames show in the world. In this episode, Guy and Jasper give their impressions of the show after spending the day there, and Mark tells us about his experiences of running a demonstration game of Strength and Honour at the show. As usual, Guy also brings up all the latest wargames news. Links | |||
| WSS74 - The Perfect Rules | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:55:57 | |
The team tackle what makes the perfect set of rules. In a wide-ranging discussion they toy with the perfect layout for a rule book, favourite dice to use, fancy mechanisms and even the style rules are written. Guy also brings us the latest news from Bowers Towers.
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| WSS73 - Ignorant Armies | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:42:33 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, Mark poses what our favourite armies might be, what rules do we play with them and whose figures? Links | |||
| WSS72 - A New Hope | 09 Feb 2023 | 00:37:42 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the team discuss their wargaming goals for 2023. As ever, Guy also tells us what is new in wargaming. Links | |||
| WSS71 - Best Laid Plans... 2023 | 03 Jan 2023 | 00:43:58 | |
The Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy team are back with the first episode of 2023. The chaps discuss their plans for 2023. Links
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| WSS70 - The Christmas Quiz | 07 Dec 2022 | 00:49:36 | |
We're closing in on the end of the year, so to change things up, Mark decided to test the depth of the military history knowledge of the WS&S podcast team members. Unfortunately, he only managed to expose the height of their ignorance... Guy also has a round-up of the latest releases that have arrived at Bowers Towers. Links | |||
| WSS69 - A Knight at the Museum | 07 Nov 2022 | 01:03:33 | |
On the back of Jasper and Guy's wargaming Operation Market Garden at the Hartenstein Hotel Airborne Museum in Arnhem, Jasper talks to Kelly McManus and Jared Fishman from HMGS Next Gen Gaming. Kelly works for Dey Mansion, and with Jared's help, he organised a games day at the museum.
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| WSS68 - 3D or Not 3D | 04 Oct 2022 | 01:01:01 | |
In the latest episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Magazine podcast Guy and Jasper tell us about their Operation Market Garden game in Arnhem with the Too Fat Lardies. In the news, Guy brings us the latest releases and then has a chat with Bob and Brad from bobmac 3d. The team then discuss their experiences with 3D printing. | |||
| WSS67 - Thinking inside the box | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:56:55 | |
Jasper hosts this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, with Guy, Mark and Chris he discusses the merits of playing 'a game in a box', that is, buying a game with the rules and everything to go with it in one package. Also in this episode, Guy talks to Graham Davey, the publisher of the new game 02 Hundred Hours. Links: | |||
| WSS66 - The Butterfly Effect | 01 Aug 2022 | 00:45:58 | |
In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Magazine podcast, the team discuss the butterfly effect. This is not how a butterfly might flap its wings and cause a typhoon, but rather, how the flitting from project to project and following one's whims leaves us with heaps of unpainted lead as projects flounder. In the news this episode One King!, Frostgrave: Fireheart, Panzer Korps supplements Hard Luck Boys and Eisenkreuz,plus the launch of the Great Wargame Survey. Links | |||