Best Table Top Warriors Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 263: Non conventional play time? (Matthew Mc) 1:08:06

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This week I talk to Matthew from the Bedroom Battlefields Podcast about playing games at what we would call “non traditional times”. I would say that usually when we think of tabletop gaming we would think of playing at a club night during the week, or on a weekend afternoon. I personally play early am on saturday morning, Matthew likes to play the…

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Film to Table (Side Cast) Episode 17: The Ugly Stepsister 1:19:24

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How much tugging, pulling, stretching, and cutting will you do to get the Happily Ever After you deserve? Emilie Blichfeldt’s dark version of the Cinderella story explores the pain and the sacrifices we take to become lovable. Once upon a time, Eli and Denise didn’t have to think about such… drastic… measures to beauty! Don’t be a pumpkin and meet …

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Episode 28: Phantasm 1:52:25

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The BOOOOYYYYYYYs this week pull out another tape from the Don A. Coscarelli film library with the sci-fi horror film that gave him a seat at the table of the Masters of Horror, Phantasm. This far-out '70s film is one of the most bizarre films you'll see, but it also has a style and story that helped build a five-film franchise that continues to gr…

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Ep 262: Mental Health Awareness Day (Mark) 1:14:10

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This week I talk to Mark, we spoke back in episode 248 about him and his hobby history. This time we are speaking a bit about mental health. Today, the 10th of October 2025 marks mental health awareness day. Mark messaged me a while ago and wanted to put something together for it, so thanks Mark, nice one, we appreciate your care about this subject…

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Episode 27: Nightmare on Elm Street 3 - Dream Warriors 1:43:54

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This week, Jaime and Eli stay the course of October and revisit the iconic 1987 classic A Nightmare on Elm Street: Dream Warriors. The film that launched Fred Krueger into the stratosphere of pop culture, this film would define a new horror genre that would find its audience in the video store. If you're ready or not, it's time for Prime Time Bitch…

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Film to Table (Side Cast) Episode 16: The Long Walk 1:43:08

6d ago1:43:08

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Director Francis Lawrence gives us a dystopia from the mind of Stephen King where a group of young men march through a wasteland to win a shot at survival. Isn’t the real prize the friends we made along the way? When the American Dream becomes a nightmare, Eli and Denise wonder how their own journeys will fare, right here on Film to Table! Top Shel…

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18-0 with Icetill Explorer + Six Brews with Haliya, Guided by Light 2:03:15

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Season 25, Episode 05: Brew Session (Haliya, Guided by Light) + Weekly Roundup (Icetill Trophy Race + Lorwyn First Look) Decklists for this episode can be found here. Like our content? Support us on Patreon and join our Discord community!By Faithless Brewing

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#144 – Incidentally Sexy, Friendship Ranks, and Butterfly Effect 21:18

9d ago21:18

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A spooky idea, a spooky question, and...save points (scary!)

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Ep 261: Why I love Gangs of Rome and Wild West Exodus (Jon Dawson) 1:27:03

13d ago1:27:03

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This week I talk to Jon Dawson once again, he was on back on Episode 240, this time he is talking about why he loved Gangs of Rome and Wild West Exodus. Nuff'sed.... PATM Discord Server Link: https://discord.gg/eHYTf4Z7t4

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Episode 26: Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night 2 1:26:20

13d ago1:26:20

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Top Shelf Video kicks off the spooky season, along with the start of the Video Crypt at the Texas Theater as they review the video store classic, Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night 2. This quirky Canadian film was shot during the height of the video store era and went on to become a cult classic. Join the boys as they discuss the opening night of the Video…

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Episode 25: Fall Update 48:48

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The boys at Top Shelf Video give a quick update on the Fall season and discuss their favorite time of year and the start of The Video Crypt down at the Texas Theatre for the entire month of October Top Shelf Video – Reliving the Video Store Era with Gen X Please rate and review us! You can also email us at [email protected] Follow us o…

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Ep 260: Dave Schmidt (Author and Fellow Hobby Nerd) 1:31:15

20d ago1:31:15

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This week I talk to Dave Schmidt. Dave is not only a hobby nerd like us but he is also a self published author. He writes the Clay and Aether saga and he’s not done! He is writing more books as we speak, maybe at this very moment, so be quiet, dont disrupt him. It was great to talk to Dave, he is one of our own, he’s been a member of the PATM disco…

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#143 – Challenge Rating Mum, Solidarity Beast, and Opinion Cellar 25:51

22d ago25:51

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Time to don your +2 sleep mask!

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Ep 259: Jordan Heckman (County Road Z) 1:28:59

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This week I talk to Rodman Hellman, you’ll get that joke in a bit. We talk about what has been happening for him since we spoke back in 2017 and then go on to talk about his rule set County Road Z. County Road Z is a co op post apocalyptic game, it sounds super fun and it is one on my christmas/birthday list. I’m not going to go into the show more …

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Disney on Icetill: Cavedan Day 2s GP Orlando + Spider-Man Set Review (Standard, Pioneer, & Modern) 2:07:21

1M ago2:07:21

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Season 25, Episode 4: Brewer's Guide to Spider-Man + Spotlight Series: Planetary Rotation Recap It's Vivi's world, we just brew in it. As the podcast wakens from its summer slumber, Dan took the plunge into Standard and went hard on Icetill Explorer for Grand Prix Orlando, with the help of the Faithless Brewing Discord. What did their collective br…

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Ep 258: Alex (Alex Paints Tiny Things Youtube Channel) 1:21:18

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This week I talk to Alex of the Alex Paints Tiny Things Youtube channel. We have the usual rambly chat about his hobby history, likes, and highlights. We dig into a big of competitive painting, and a whole bunch of other stuff. I am pretty sure I mention it in the show, but I generalise Scottish people a little in the show, I just wanted to ensure …

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#142 – Achilles Lawn Gnome, Pope Magnet, and Forum Lurking 23:07

1M ago23:07

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In which we summon the pope

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Ep 257: Stephen Baker (Heroquest, Space Crusade, Battle Masters, et al) 1:26:17

1M ago1:26:17

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This week I talk to Stephen Baker the world renowned game designer. Stephen’s work includes but is not limited to Heroquest, Battle Masters, and Space Crusade. This is the first of….some podcasts Stephen and I will have. I wanted to take the time to get to know him and really discuss things as opposed to rushing or just him feeling like we were sup…

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Ep 256: Chris (Offbeat Builds Youtube Channel) 1:19:56

2M ago1:19:56

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This week I talk to Chris from the Offbeat Builds Youtube channel. Chris creates videos of himself kitbashing Warhammer 40k models and his videos are slick and he is also a chipper and funny chap so his work is always good value. Chris came across as a really nice guy and I was very fortunate to be able to spend a while with him, I had a good few c…

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BASS opens pro and KY Lake stick Jordan Hartman on September fishing and catching some funny items on the TN RIVER 52:26

2M ago52:26

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In this episode of the Take It to the Bank podcast, host Ben Ballou welcomes tournament angler Jordan Hartman to discuss fishing techniques, conditions, and experiences on Kentucky Lake and the Tennessee River. They explore the current fishing season, effective strategies for September, and the importance of understanding fish behavior. The convers…

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The Beastmaster! Finally! 1:19:42

2M ago1:19:42

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A (Pert) Plus-Sized Episode! The Rogues are back, and we're packin' a long-awaited episode: BEASTMASTER! It has ferrets, scalp care, aliens, and ladies bathing in picturesque pools! What more do you want? Show Notes: Kirin Comics Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kirincomicstuffThe Maxus Cycle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPXNG93W?binding=paperback&…

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#141 – The Strahdettes, Handsome Jim, and Openside Flankers 25:43

2M ago25:43

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In which Pencil learns many new sports terms, all of which were forgotten as soon as recording ended.

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Episode 24: Dragonslayer 2:04:57

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This week, the boys at Top Shelf Video close out their Summer of D&D with the 1981 groundbreaking spectacular, Dragonslayer. This film touches on all the highlights of the prior movies, Jaime and Eli discussed in this trifecta, but with the high-end production value, the guys discuss some of the elements that make this film special. From the acting…

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Ep 255: Tom P (Warriors Table Wargaming) 1:17:29

2M ago1:17:29

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This week I talk to Tom of Warriors Table Wargaming YouTube channel. Tom and accomplices put together a whole bunch of stuff for us to watch and listen to from The Walking Dead All Out War to Malifaux, and Moonstone, amongst others. It was fun talking to Tom as he has very clear opinions and ideas about what he does and that made for an interesting…

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Breaking Down Leech Lake with Bassmaster Opens Pro and College Hammer Harmon Marien! 1:09:56

2M ago1:09:56

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In this episode of the Take It to the Bank podcast, host Ben Ballou interviews Harmon Marien, a rising star in the fishing world. They discuss Harmon’s journey through college fishing, his experiences on Northern fisheries, and insights from his recent tournament at Leech Lake. The conversation covers various fishing techniques, bait selections, an…

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Ep 254: Why I love Space Weirdos (Ed) 1:11:41

2M ago1:11:41

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This week I talk to Ed about why he loves the tabletop skirmish game Space Weirdos. I love these shows, they are the purest form of our podcast. Ed didnt write the game, he’s not got anything to gain about selling it to you. He just loves is, and wants to share that with us, and thats amazing!!!! Thanks to Ed for taking the time to come onto the sh…

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Film to Table (Side Cast) Episode 15: Weapons 1:27:20

2M ago1:27:20

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Where have all the children gone?? Won’t anyone think of the children?! Eli and Denise search for answers in this week’s Film to Table as they watch Zach Cregger’s Weapons. A small community is rocked by a devastating mystery with no discernible logic. What kind of monster prowls the neighborhood? Find out in this week’s newest episode! This podcas…

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#140 – Quest of the Skeleton Warrior 19:38

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The D&D cartoon continues to be kind of ok! Find out more at https://the-probably-bad-podcast.pinecast.co

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Episode 23: The BeastMaster 1:54:48

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This week, the boys at the Top Shelf Video store continue their campaign of watching sword and sorcery movies with the 1982 Don Coscarelli classic The Beastmaster. Continuing the Dungeons and Dragons theme from Krull, Jaime and Eli discuss the things that drew them to making this a high rental for them and many Gen X kids, and where it stands in th…

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Ep 253: Scott Wainwright (Brutality games & Let's Talk Tabletop Youtube Channel) 1:21:54

2M ago1:21:54

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This week I talk to Scott Wainwright, the creator of the Brutality rule sets, he also has a Youtube channel called Let’s Talk Tabletop. Let’s Talk Tabletop is a reflective and philosophic inquiry into our hobby and Brutality rule sets give you the ability to play lots of genres with a similar set of guiding principles. Its always great to talk to c…

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Ep 252: Roger Yates (Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy) 1:13:39

3M ago1:13:39

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This week I talk once more to Mr Roger Yates of the Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy. We spoke back in episode 230 so if you haven’t listened to that one you may want to as this is a continuation of that chat and we delve into what has been happening in recent times with the paint line, and also a lot of chat into the future. It was another fun chat …

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Mastering Smallmouth Fishing with Elite Pro Jonathan Kelley 1:09:56

3M ago1:09:56

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In this episode of 'Take It to the Bank', host Ben Ballou and elite series pro Jonathan Kelley dive deep into the world of smallmouth bass fishing. They discuss the nuances of fishing in northern waters, particularly Lake Oneida, and share insights on tournament preparation, bait selection, and the behavior of smallmouth bass. The conversation also…

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The Rogues Return! 1:04:41

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Join Matt and Logan as they reconnect, talk some big S&S items, get a little nerdy, and discuss a little known book series by some nobody called "The Maxus Cycle". To Walk on Worlds: https://a.co/d/cfWtRL5 Within the Weeping Eye: https://a.co.d/dNB3hh4 Adventures of Horus & the Motherf***er: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/erathke/horus-and-mo…

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#139 – Buddleia Beam, Theatre of the Soul, and Sword Ghost 25:03

3M ago25:03

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We zap you with our canalisation beam!

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The Edge of Glory: Your Complete Guide to Brewing in Space 2:09:02

3M ago2:09:02

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Season 25, Episode 02: Brewer's Guide to Edge of Eternities, Part 2 Like our content? Support us on Patreon and join our Discord community!By Faithless Brewing

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Ep 251: Ronnie Renton (Mantic Games) 1:12:23

3M ago1:12:23

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This week I talk once more to Ronnie Renton of Mantic Games. We chat about what Mantic have been up to recently and also what they are up to in the near future. We chat about The Walking Dead All Out War, Halo, Epic Warpath, and a bunch of other stuff. Ronnie is just a great guy who is infectiously enthusiastic and positive about our hobby, and he …

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Episode 22: Krull 2:01:08

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Join us for the quest of a lifetime or for the two-hour run time of this swashbuckling adventure called Krull. This week, Jaime and Eli dust off their old Dungeons and Dragons playbooks and revisit this cult classic. This 1983 movie was a major influence on our video store boys, and they discuss some of their favorite aspects of Krull, along with s…

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Fishing Beyond Limits: The Story of Hunter Baughman 1:07:03

3M ago1:07:03

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In this episode of the Take It to the Bank podcast, host Ben Ballou welcomes Hunter Baughman, a professional fisherman who has overcome significant physical challenges to pursue his passion for fishing. The conversation covers Hunter's journey from childhood to becoming a competitive angler, including his experiences in tournament fishing, his rece…

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Ep 250B: You & Us (We are all hobby nerds) 53:50

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Heeeeyyyyoooooo, Another chance to hear from you, from us, the PATM hobby nerds! Thanks to everyone for listening and getting involved. PATM discord: https://discord.gg/CAAF9DGn

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Ep 250A: You & Us (We are all hobby nerds) 37:44

3M ago37:44

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Woddup, Have a listen to people connected via Paint All The Minis. Thanks everyone! PATM Discord: https://discord.gg/gNFNvVQU

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Ep 249: Graeme Davis (RPG Writer GW, Pathfinder, D&D, et al) 49:36

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This week I speak to Graeme Davis formerly of GW and a prodigious author of many books and RPG adventures. He has written and contributed to Warhammer Fantasy, GURPS, Pathfinder, Dungeons and Dragons, and within the videogame industry to name just a few. It was great to talk to Graeme for the show and I am sure I speak for all of us when I say than…

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Top 5 Cards from Edge of Eternities + What We're Brewing in Modern & Pioneer 1:55:44

3M ago1:55:44

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Season 25, Episode 01: Brewer's Guide to Edge of Eternities, Part 1 Dan's Faithless Crabvine (3x 5-0s, 2x RCQ Top 4s) https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/7235227#paper Like our content? Support us on Patreon and join our Discord community!By Faithless Brewing

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#138 – Cthulhu's Lawn, Metaphors, and Passive Aggression 24:46

3M ago24:46

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Finally, a way to make D&D levelling worse Find out more at https://the-probably-bad-podcast.pinecast.co

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Ep 248: Mark (Fellow Hobby Nerd) 1:10:15

3M ago1:10:15

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This week I speak to Mark, a fellow hobby nerd and a general all round good chap. We do the usual chat about hobby history and initial steps and meander along picking out salient points along the way. Thanks for coming onto the show Mark, I hope you enjoyed it, and I hope you, the listener, enjoy it too. PATM Discord Link: https://discord.gg/eHYTf4…

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Episode 21: Johnny Dangerously 1:41:39

3M ago1:41:39

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This week, the boys, particularly Eli, discuss why physical media is as important as it has ever been, as they explore Johnny Dangerously. This movie is often overlooked in discussions of Michael Keaton's filmography. This 1984 film was an early parody film of cinema and other aspects of crime movies, and its sharp wit and humor left a big impressi…

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One of the GOATS of bass fishing goes in depth on the TN RIVER in Summer time! 1:12:18

3M ago1:12:18

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Join host Ben Ballou in this exclusive interview with Andy Morgan, widely regarded as the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) in professional fishing. Dive into a compelling mix of fishing tips, hunting adventures, and personal stories from the Tennessee River to wild bluff country. ✅ Topics covered: Fishing techniques during the Mayfly hatch Live Scope an…

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Ep 247: Will Rahman-daultrey (Hope is for the Dead & general game chat) 1:16:07

4M ago1:16:07

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This week I speak again to Will Rahman-daultrey, the creator of Forbidden Psalm, The Last War, and the upcoming Hope is for the Dead game. We spoke to Will back in episode 241 so if you want to hear about him, his background, and The Last War/Forbidden Psalm you can go back and listen to that, this episode we split our time between talking about hi…

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Film to Table (Side Cast) Episode 14: Companion 1:30:55

4M ago1:30:55

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This week, Denise and Eli ask the important question, "If you could put your head on a robot body, would you?" but they also watched 2025's Companion starring Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid. This ended up being a fun conversation about some deep aspects of the movie and what the film's story was saying in our opinion. The film is a great sci-fi fil…

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#137 – Deck of Many Joels, Tentcoat, and Winning Prom 26:14

4M ago26:14

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In which we try to remember the lyrics to a 36 year old song

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Ep 246: Dr Spork (Old/Mid Hammer Terrain) 1:17:48

4M ago1:17:48

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This week I speak to Dr Spork, the creator of nostalgic wargaming terrain you can buy and print for yourself. We take the usual dive back into the past and chat through the modern day, picking out some interesting bits along the way, I wont spoil any of the chat here but needless to say I hope you enjoy the chat. Thanks to Dr Spork for coming onto …