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The TN talksSeries 6, Episode 6 - Ben Swindlehurst, The Grumpy PonySeries 6, Episode 6 - Ben Swindlehurst, The Grumpy Pony
2025-11-2448 min
SCOPS PodcastTackling Sheep Scab (in association with Moredun)This episode is brought to you from SCOPS in association with the Moredun Research Institute in Midlothian. Sheep scab has been around for centuries, but what is it, why is it so difficult to control and how can it be controlled?Ben's co-host today is Dr Stew Burgess, who leads the sheep scab group at the Moredun Research Institute.Ben and Stew are joined by Ian May who is a sheep farmer and south west regional manager from the NSA and Karen Swindlehurst who is an experienced farm vet with Dalehead vet group. Bot...
2023-11-0334 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking Narratives with Joe McCulloughIn this weeks episode I sit down with Joe McCullough as we discuss narrative gaming, writing rules and how Joe got into game design in the first place. I have also taken this opportunity to talk about the hotly awaited release of the upcoming Stargrave! Loads of fun this this week, thanks to Joe and enjoy!
2021-04-0239 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking with the Grumpy Pony Community about life after lockdownThis week I am joined by Mark and Nathan as we talk about the importance of the social side of this fantastic hobby! We also talk about the latest previews from Games Workshop, Mantic Games and Gale Force Nine and what we are most excited about when we get out of lockdown!
2021-03-1251 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking, Terrain, Gaming & more with Battle systemsThis one was so much fun! This week I was joined by Colin, the owner and creator of the company Battlesystems. Battlesystems make a fantastic range of card stock terrain that could be used in anything from Sci-fi and fantasy to modern day settings but they are also responsible for the incredibly popular Sci Fi skirmish game Core Space! I sit down with Colin and discuss it all so sit back and enjoy!
2021-03-051h 33
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking Hobby With Duncan RhodesHI Everyone These podcasts are so much fun to make. Mainly because I have the opportunity to meet such talented people within the gaming industry. Todays podcast is no exception as I get to chat with Duncan Rhodes. We manage to cover lots of stuff in this podcast from Duncans time at Games Workshop to him taking the plunge into starting up his own business with the painting academy and also what hobby he is enjoying at the moment. Enjoy!!
2021-02-2649 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking about badger Riding Dwarves with Ronnie RentonIn this weeks episode I was very lucky to sit down and chat with the founder and CEO of Mantic Games Ronnie Renton! This one was such a pleasure to record and Ronnie was very generous with his time so we get to cover Kings Of War, Armada, Lockdown and even some news on what we can look forward to in the future.
2021-02-1940 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking Mercenary mice with OathswornHi everyone! Welcome to the next episode of the Grumpy Pony Podcast. In this episode I am joined by Michael from Oathsworn Miniatures. We talk Burrows & Badgers and running a business in these lockdown times!
2021-02-1226 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking Core Space with Rotten RollerIn this episode I talk to my good friend Mark about a great squad based game made by a company called Battle Systems. They also make some great card stock scenery but in this episode we are talking about Core Space, where its set, how you play and some healthy speculation about what we think might be happening in the future.If you want to check out Marks Instagram you can find him @rotten_roller
2021-02-0537 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastTalking Warhammer, Art and Lockdown with OrnirisIn this weeks episode I am very happy to be talking with artist and all round great guy Orniris. He does commissions and his Instagram is well worth a look so if you don't follow him already then just follow the link below to go straight to it. Orniris Terensi Art (@orniris) • Instagram photos and videos
2021-01-2939 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastVirtual fairs and Radio Shows!Lockdown continues but running a hobby is certainly never boring! This last week I have been invited to talk on BBC radio Kent about running a small business in such hectic times and attend a virtual trade fair! it’s been nerve wracking and fun in equal measure so this week I asked my good friends Tony and Nathan to join me for a chat about. ... Socially distanced of course.
2021-01-2355 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastDragons, Magic and card games!Hey everyone! Ben here at Grumpy Pony Hobby. just wanted to take this opportunity to get a podcast out. Just me today and I am chatting about what I'm looking forward to and what I've been enjoying in lockdown. also check out the website for Deckscapes, Unstable Unicorns, Exploding Kittens and more.
2021-01-1021 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastLockdown LowdownHi everyone. This podcast is a little different as we couldn't meet up in person to record so we recorded over ZOOM! So with that in mind I do mention putting some pictures up on screen.. sorry about that.
2020-11-0856 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastThe Pandemic PodcastFirst podcast back in these pandemic times! In this podcast I am joined by my resident 40k experts Tony & Mark
2020-10-2538 min
British Ice Hockey1: The BIH Show: Something differentWelcome to the first ever edition of The BIH Show as we bring you something different from the world of British Ice Hockey.Cardiff Devils' Mark Richardson looks back on the season shutdown and the campaign that was for his teamFife Flyers forward Bari McKenzie reveals his dream first line of players he's played with or againstBelfast Giants defenceman Paul Swindlehurst talks Team Mates and digs the dirt from the locker roomGB forward Ben Davies joins us to look back in depth at his big moment against France in last year's World...
2020-05-041h 15
Grumpy Pony PodcastGrumpy Pony Podcast Episode 4Ben, Tony & Rob meet up for another epic geeky discussion about all things hobby and table top including live action Warhammer, Conan the barbarian and Space Marines! Check out our website shop for loads of hobby goodies! www.grumpypony.co.uk.
2019-08-1056 min
Grumpy Pony PodcastGrumpy pony Podcast Episode 3The next instalment of the Grumpy Pony Podcast. Rob and Tony join me again to chat about Astartes, secret hobbyists, Game of Thrones and the Grumpy Pony painting competition
2019-07-101h 16
Grumpy Pony PodcastGrumpy pony Podcast Episode 2Tony and Rob join me to talk all things hobby, 40k gaming and all sorts of geeky stuff
2019-06-191h 19
Grumpy Pony PodcastThe First Grumpy Pony PodcastHaving started my own business I thought a podcast would be a fantastic platform to keep you all updated. we are going to chat hobby, games and all about my pride and joy that is The Grumpy Pony Hobby Shop!
2019-05-2902 min