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Anything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 106: Texas BROADSIDE! 2024 RecapSend us a textTom and Ray talk about their experiences at this years Texas BROADSIDE! 2024 in Houston. Show NotesHouston Beer and Pretzel WargamingBattleship TexasSupport the show2025-01-0926 min
The Paranormal Curator: Tales of the UnexplainedEpisode 13: The Texas Dogman with Dominick and Meaghan from Cryptids: Folklore or More?My new home is literally the southwest corner of the Texas Dogman Triangle! Dominick and Meaghan from the Cryptids: Folklore or More? podcast join me to talk about this furry fiend.Show NotesCryptids: Folklore or More? Dominick and Meaghan's podcast about all things cryptid!Texas Dogman Triangle DocumentaryResearch by Gem CastanosMusic by TunePocket2024-07-3126 min
The Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 51: Paranoia, Pareidolia, and the ParanormalWhere do we find the balance between skepticism and inquisitiveness?2022-03-0808 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 50; The Tombstone ThunderbirdCowboys in southern Arizona in the late 1800's claimed to shoot down a featherless bird with a wingspan of over 150 feet! Thank you Jonny in Arizona for this great story idea!Show NotesChris Smith's digital artist conception of the Tombstone Thunderbird2022-03-0108 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 42: Game Scale with Alan Spencer from Heart of Texas WargamersSend us a textIn today's episode we visit with Alan Spencer from the Heart of Texas Wargamers. He stopped by to talk about game scale.Show NotesHeart of Texas Wargamers on FacebookSupport the show2022-02-2554 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 49: Listener Stories - The Ghost FestivalWe have a great listener submission about his memory of the Ghost Festival in China, a pratice which he is still in touch with to this day.2022-02-2211 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 48: The Borrego SandmanSasquatch isn’t just for the mountains and swamps anymore! Need another reason to be afraid of the desert? How about the Borrego Sandman.2022-02-1509 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 41: The Demise of Brick and Mortar StoresSend us a textIs it possible for a brick and mortar game store to survive in this day and age? Too many product lines, too few customers, and too much competition from online suppliers may spell the end of the corner store.Support the show2022-02-1143 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 47: Premonitions - Thou Sand Is LandCan our dreams predict the future? Can you see a roadmap of what may happen in your future?2022-02-0814 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 47: Premonitions - Thou Sand Is LandCan we predict the future? Can dreams give us a roadmap of what may come? 2022-02-0815 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 46: Bigfoot Capital of TexasYour state or region has an official Bigfoot Capital, doesn't it? Well if you're in Texas you need to stop by Jefferson to take in all of its Squatchiness!Show NotesCheck out Jefferson, Texas right herehttps://visitjeffersontexas.com/bigfoot-in-jefferson2022-02-0110 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 40: Cory Ring from Cigar Box MatsSend us a textThrow away that ratty old felt sheet you've been playing your games on and give a listen to Cory Ring from Cigar Box Mats!Show NotesCigar Box MatsContact Cory at info@cigarboxbattle.comYou can support our show on a regular basis for as little as $5 per month!patreon.com/aba1Support the show2022-01-2932 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 45: Killer Nurses Imagined and RealOne hospital in south Texas has been home to sightings of a ghostly nurse who causes harm and a very real one that has done even worse.2022-01-2508 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEncore Presentation: Gamer TypesSend us a textWe are so sorry that we couldn't make our deadline to get a new episode up. DAMN DAY JOBS AND HEALTH ISSUES! Seriously, We will have a great episode up early next week. Stay tuned. In the meantime, here is an encore episode of Gamer Types.Support the show2022-01-2129 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 44: Glimmer ManA humanoid form that stalks you in broad daylight. He's seen, but not clearly. He's Glimmer Man.2022-01-1808 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 43: Chinese Hopping VampiresIf you're undead and can't walk fast, why not hop? Today we examine the Jiangshi, or Chinese Hopping Vampires!2022-01-1007 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 39: 12 Year Old Game Designer Landon D.Send us a textToday we talk to the author of Warbound, a WWII skirmish game written by 12 year old game designer Landon D!Show NotesEmail us for a PDF of Landon's rulesanythingbutaone.podcast@gmail.comPlease consider supporting the show through our new Patreon pageSupport the showSupport the show2022-01-0722 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 38: Rules Complexity with Sam MustafaSend us a textCan you define what makes rules complex? Does it necessarily mean they are difficult? Today we talk with Sam Mustafa, author of Blucher, Rommel, Lasalle 2, and many others. We talk about complexity as it pertains to wargame rules.Show Notes Honour GamesSupport the show2021-12-241h 06Anything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 37: Jason Weiser from Military Miniature MagazineSend us a textJason Weiser tells us about his brand new, US based wargame magazine. Show NotesFind the magazine atMilitary Miniature MagazineYou can submit articles at jason@militaryminiature.comSupport the show2021-12-1032 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 42: It's Raining Meat!Don't forget your umbrellas. We are going to Bath County, Kentucky for a Meat Shower!*Apologies. There are two brief instances of electronic interference in this episode*2021-12-0707 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 41: The Flying DutchmanIs there a phantom ship that sails the seas and can never come to port? It's been seen from the 1700's all the way up to modern times.2021-11-3006 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 41: The Flying DutchmanAre there ghost ships haunting the high seas? The stories have existed for centuries and continue to be told to this day.2021-11-3007 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 36: Millennium Con After Action ReportSend us a textToday we talk about our thoughts on the return of Millennium-Con in Austin, TX. We discuss the games that we played and our overall thoughts. Once again, many thanks to Rob Wubbenhorst at Fight's On! Games for hosting a game of Battlegroup for our show! Find his awesome store athttps://www.fightsonstore.com/Support the show2021-11-261h 00The Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 40: Black Eyed KidsEmpty black eyes, a dry and demanding tone... the staples of an encounter with Black Eyes Kids.2021-11-2307 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 39: The HidebehindWhat was that noise behind you? Was that a twig snapping? Did something just duck behind that tree? Maybe it was the Hidebehind.Show NotesThe Hidebehind2021-11-1607 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 35: Interview with Little Wars TVSend us a textWe are joined today by Tony Morano and Greg Wagman from Little Wars TV! We talk games, venues, conventions, and a whole lot more.Show NotesLittle Wars TVSupport the show2021-11-1251 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 38: LechuzaProwling the night for human prey. Lechuza will lure you outside to become her dinner!2021-11-0908 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 37: Grandma's Snake TalesHoop snakes! Kitty rattlers! Milk, it does a snakey good!2021-11-0208 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 37:Grandma's Snake TalesHoop snakes! Kitty Rattler! Milk, it does a snakey good!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/anythingbutaone)2021-11-0208 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 34: Rules in a RutSend us a textIs there a perfect set of rules? Do you ever quit trying new rules? The guys will argue endlessly about what is " too much!"Support the show2021-10-2943 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 36: Halloween True or False Dia de los MuertosIs there any connection between modern Halloween and Dia de los Muertos? 2021-10-2608 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 35: Halloween True or False - True Ghost Stories from NursesWho might have better encounters with ghosts than those tireless nurses at hospitals and nursing homes?Show NotesMonsters Among Us Podcast https://anchor.fm/monstersamonguspodcast/episodes/Sn--12-Ep--1---Stories-from-the-medical-industry-e1750cb2021-10-2011 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 33: Bad Gaming HabitsSend us a textDo you have gaming habits you wish you didn't have? Does someone in your group do something that drives you nuts?Show NotesFight's On StoreMillennium ConSupport the show2021-10-1531 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 34: Halloween True or False - Trick or TreatWas trick or treat always about a bag of candy and cavities in your future? Today we will touch on the origins of the activity.Show Noteshttps://historydaily.org/vintage-halloween-costumes2021-10-1306 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 33: Halloween True or False - Poisoned CandyAre there actual cases of poison or razor blades being put into Halloween candy?2021-10-0407 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 32: Perry Brothers InterviewSend us a textAn interview with the creators of your unpainted 28mm miniature pile of shame! Michael and Alan Perry talk with us about the process of creating miniatures, their beginnings, and whats up next!Show NotesPerry MiniaturesSupport the show2021-10-0140 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 32: No Rest for Honest AbeTravels, relocation, and a botched grave robbery stain the final rest of the 16th President of the United States.Show NotesLincoln in 1860 vs 18652021-09-2705 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 31: New York City Sewer AlligatorsYou don't need to go to bayou to find gators. It may just take a trip to the sewers of the Big Apple!2021-09-2106 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 31: After Action ReportsSend us a textToday the guys examine after action reports on YouTube. Do you need to see everything? Do you want an edited, short capsule of information?Remember to look for us at Millennium Con! Fights On Games will be running a Battlegroup game for us!Millennium ConFight's On GamesShow Notes7th SonToo Fat LardiesBolt Action ActionMiniature Game Montage2021-09-1729 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 30: Fresno NightcrawlersAre possessed pajama pants prowling around California? Or are there strange entities bumping around California?Show NotesFresno Nightcrawlers2021-09-1407 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 29:The Dark WatchersHard to enjoy your California hike with the ten foot tall creepy guys watching you? You should always stay on the trail when the Dark Watchers are present.SponsorsObjet Etranges2021-09-0706 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 30: Old School vs New Style GamesSend us a textAre we just getting old? Trick question! We are already old! But are games getting better or just dumbed down?LinksLiving in the Past by Jethro TullSupport the show2021-09-0343 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 28: DoppelgangersDo you have a doppelganger? Or are you someone's doppelganger?SponsorsObjets Etrange2021-08-3108 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 27: the Big Muddy MonsterIn 1973 a large bipedal beast was seen multiple times in the area of the Big Muddy River in Illinois. We will examine the actual police reports on file.Show NotesRead the police reports and more here:http://www.murphysboro.com/Big%20Muddy%20Monster%20Merged%20File.pdfSponsorsObjets EtrangePilot House Sober Living Program2021-08-2409 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 29: Painting StandardsSend us a textDo you field armies with three shades for every color? Or do you field unpainted gray masses?In today's episode we examine the impact, if any, of painting standards.Show NotesFight's On! Millennium Con 2021Battlegroup RulesetSupport the show2021-08-2338 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 26: Shadow PeopleShadow People have been a part of many myths and legends for thousands of years. Are they just a shared abnormality of our minds or are they sentient beings?SponsorsObjets EtrangePilot House Sober Living Program2021-08-1610 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 28: Price IncreasesSend us a textIn this episode we talk about what no one wants; price increases. How much is too much? Has the rising cost of international postage changed your purchase habits?Support the show2021-08-0832 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 25: The Spirit of the Lodi Ferry with Author Nancy de la ZerdaToday we interview author Nancy de la Zerda. Her book The Spirit of the Lodi Ferry: A Ghostly Tale of the Tejas Trails.You can get this book and others in her collection vis her email atnancyzerda@hotmail.comShow NotesLodi, TexasSan Antonio Missions National Historical Park SponsorsObjets Etranges2021-08-0816 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 27: Tabletop Terrain (1 Year Anniversary Episode!)Send us a textOur One Year Anniversary Episode! Thanks to all of our listeners for a great year! Today we examine tabletop terrain. Do you play on custom battle boards or piece of green felt with books underneath for hills? Show NotesFight's On! Millennium Con 2021Battlegroup RulesetWargamers' TerrainLittle Wars TVSupport the show2021-07-3055 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 24: Holy Roman VampiresDid the Holy Roman Emperor Charles the VI put down a vampire uprising in the "twilight" of his reign? (rimshot)SponsorsObjets Etranges2021-07-2708 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 23: Oklahoma's Cowboy MummyIn this episode we examine the after death adventures of Elmer J McCurdy.SponsorsObjets Etranges2021-07-1912 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 26: Skirmish Games and HollywoodSend us a textThis week the guys talk about the silver screen feel of skirmish wargames.Show NotesSaving Private Bjornsen (the ridiculous Rus landing scene from Vikings)https://youtu.be/qLuS8ZnXEEISupport the show2021-07-1634 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 22: Monster Birds in South TexasAre prehistoric sized birds nesting in the Lone Star State? Maybe everything is bigger there...SponsorsObjets Etranges2021-07-1309 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 21: The Hopkinsville GoblinsThis week we examine a very unique UFO close encounter. Was a rural family's farm assaulted by a dozen "little green men"?Show Notes:Hopkinsville Goblin artist's renderingCritters movie posterPokemon Sableeye2021-07-0506 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 20: TrollsCute little animated pop stars or something darker? Let's talk about Trolls.Sponsors Objets Etranges2021-06-2807 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 25: When is it Time for a 2nd Edition?Send us a textSupport the show2021-06-2441 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 19: The KappaDon't go down the river or you may encounter ...the Kappa.SponsorsObjets Ertanges2021-06-2206 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 24: Facebook Groups and Internet ForumsSend us a textIn this week's episode the guys delve into the choppy waters of gaming Facebook Groups and forums. Are we using them for good or for evil?Support the show2021-06-1832 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 18: Bunnyman BridgeIn this week's episode we travel to Fairfax County, Virginia to visit the Bunnyman Bridge.SponsorsObjets Etranges2021-06-1308 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 17: The Cottingley FairiesDid two young girls photography fairies in a English garden in the county of Yorkshire in 1921?Show NotesAs promised, here is a link to a collection of the original Cottingley photos.https://www.diyphotography.net/these-photos-were-taken-by-two-little-girls-in-1917-and-they-are-gorgeous/SponsorsObjets Etranges2021-06-0610 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 16: The Night MarchersIn this episode we travel to Hawaii and encounter the ghostly Night MarchersSponsorsObjets EtrangesShow NotesHere is a link to the suspect daylight photo of a Night Marcher. Tell me what you think!https://images.app.goo.gl/R2HuwU2HoxdakJ1eASound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com2021-05-2907 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 23: Empire 3rd Edition MemoriesSend us a textOn today's episode the gang waxes poetic about the fond memories and blood curdling nightmares created by the ruleset Empire 3rd Edition.Support the show2021-05-2841 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 15: La Pascualita - The Mummy in the Window?In this episode we visit Chihuahua, Mexico to meet the blushing bride, La Pascualita.SponsorsObjets EtrangeShow NotesOne of the best online sources for La Pascualita is Caitlyn Doughty's amazing YouTube channel Ask a Mortician. Below is a link to the episode about La Pascualita. But check out all her episodes. You won't be disspaointed!La Pascualita: Mannequin or Corpse Bride?2021-05-2306 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 14: Bilocation and The Blue LadyIn this episode we examine bilocation, or being in two places at once. SponsorsObjets Étrange2021-05-1508 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 22: CampaignsSend us a textOn today's episode the gang talks about what they have always wanted but rarely achieved; a meaningful campaign system to generate tabletop games,Support the show2021-05-1433 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 13: Selling Your SoulWhat did Blues Great Robert Johnson really do down at the crossroads?Show NotesRobert Johnson Me and the Devil Blueshttps://youtu.be/3MCHI23FTP8SponsorsObjets Etrange2021-05-0808 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 12: Clown HysteriaDo clowns make you laugh or wet the bed? How did we become so afraid of clowns?SponsorsObjets EtrangeSound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com2021-05-0106 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 21: Interview with Sam MustafaSend us a textToday we interview game designer Sam Mustafa. His newest release is LaSalle 2, a rethink of his classic Napoleonics rules.Show NotesSam's rules can be found directly from his websiteHonour GamesSupport the show2021-04-3046 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 11: The Slenderman PhenomenaHow can a pure piece of fiction become a very real threat?WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS THE STORY OF AN ACTUAL ASSAULT. SponsorsObjets Etrange2021-04-2308 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 10: The Symbolism of OwlsWhat does the owl mean in your culture? Is he the bringer of wisdom or the angel of death?SponsorsObjets EtrangesSound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com2021-04-1708 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 20: Are Board Games and Miniatures Games all that Different?Send us a textOther than the obvious lack of miniature soldiers, how different are board games from miniature games?Support the show2021-04-1633 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 9: The HookIn this episode we head to Lover's Lane to encounter.....The Hook!Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.comShow NotesTrue Crime with Caledonian Kitty2021-04-0907 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 19: Dice Dice Baby!Send us a textAre all dice created equal? Are you superstitious about who touches your dice? In this episode we get scientific (kinda) on rollin' the bones!Support the show2021-04-0231 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 8: The Vanishing HitchhikerCan you get your rider to their destination? Or are they already there? This episode examine the urban legend known as the vanishing hitchhiker.Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comAdvertisersObjets Entrange2021-04-0208 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 7: Bloody MaryHave you ever tried to summon Bloody Mary? In this episode we will talk about several versions of this classic sleep over story.https://www.zapsplat.comAdvertisersObjets EtrangeSounds by https://www.zapsplat.comAdditional Voice ActorsAdam HoodGem Castanos2021-03-2706 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 6: Donkey Lady BridgeJust outside of San Antonio, TX a quiet, rural bridge is menaced by the spirit known as the Donkey Lady!Sound from Zapsplat.comAdvertisersObjets Etrange2021-03-1907 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 18: Douglas Glover and Brett Canter from the Lead Pursuit PodcastSend us a textThis week we are joined by the guys from the Lead Pursuit Podcast! Douglas Glover and Brett Canter talk Blood Red Skies and their thoughts on Beer and Pretzels games vs Simulations.Find the Lead Pursuit Podcast on all major podcast apps or from their website atwww.leadpursuit.netSupport the show2021-03-191h 00The Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 5: Kuchisake Onna, The Slit Mouthed LadyThis episode's tale comes to us from Japan. Beware of the lady wearing a surgical mask asking "Am I Pretty?"A very special thanks to the voice of Kuchisake-onna, the immensely talented Tara Chrysotoxa!Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com2021-03-1206 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 4: La LloronaIn this episode we explore the folktale of La Llorona, or the Crying Lady!Show NotesThe Legend of La Llorona on the Exploring Traditions webpageThe River Called Woman HollerinWoman Hollerin Creek and Other Stories by Sandra Cisneros2021-03-0507 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 17: Controversial SymbolismSend us a textOn this episode the guys tackle historical symbolism that is not always crowd-friendly. How do you adjust? or do you?Support the show2021-03-0538 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 3: I left My Kidney in Las VegasIllicit organ harvesting in Sin City! Or the Big Apple. Or the Big Easy. Maybe coming to a city near you...2021-02-2606 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 2: Bring Me the Head of Walt Disney!Is Walt Disney cryogenically preserved and hanging out with the Pirates of the Caribbean?2021-02-1907 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 16: Interview with Gabrio TolentinoSend us a textThis week we have a very special guest, Gabrio Tolentino! We will cover Warlord's Black Seas from development to the newest products on the horizon.Show Notes:Keep up with all things Black Seas hereSupport the show2021-02-1943 minThe Urban Lore PodcastEpisode 1: The Haunted Railroad Tracks of San AntonioFor the very first episode we stay close to home with the Haunted Railroad Tracks in San Antonio, TX. Are ghost children saving you from doom?Show NotesThe following sources were used for the creation of this episode:Snopes.com The San Antonio Express-NewsBackpackerverse2021-02-0909 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 15: Game ScaleSend us a textJust because they make miniatures in every conceivable scale, do they all work for the kind of game you want to play? In this episode we talk about our struggle resisting the siren's call for a new scale of miniatures.Support the show2021-02-0544 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 14: Fight's On! Miniatures with Rob WubbenhorstSend us a textIn this episode we chat with Rob Wubbenhorst with Fight's On! Miniatures. We cover his Beer and Pretzels gaming group, his company, and much more!You can find his webpage at:www.fightsonstore.comSupport the show2021-01-2238 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode16: Controversial SymbolsSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/anythingbutaone)2021-01-2038 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 13: House RulesSend us a textSomewhere between rules so good they play themselves and rules so bad you throw them away, there are house rules! Some add flavor. Some clarify ambiguity. Some crash play balance!Support the show2021-01-0855 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 12: New Years ResolutionsSend us a textThe crew takes a moment to think about what they would like in gaming for 2021.Support the show2020-12-2533 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 11: Gamer TypesSend us a textHappy Holidays! This week we take a light hearted look at the different types of people that play wargames! I'm sure you've encountered them all!Support the show2020-12-1828 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 10: List Building GamesSend us a textThis week the gang talks about games where army list building is an integral part of the mechanics.Support the show2020-12-0439 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 9: Table Top AestheticsSend us a textIn this episode we examine the importance of "the look of the game". Do you play with little works of art or are you lucky to have assembled, bare plastic and metal armies?Support the show2020-11-2044 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 8: Bill Gray InterviewSend us a textIn this episode we interview game designer, author, webmaster Bill Gray. Bill designed the outstanding Napoleonic rules Age of Eagles. He has also published the supplements Age of Honor for earlier battles and Age of Valor for warfare up to 1914.Show NotesYou can find all of Bill's products herewww.ageofeagles.comHe is also a member (and webmaster) of the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society, inc.https://www.hmgs.org/Support the show2020-11-0644 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 7: Youth in Gaming -The Hamilton Tabletop Gaming SocietySend us a textIn response to Episode 5, Barnaby Ore from Hamilton, Ontario tells us that historical miniature gaming isn't dying at his club. It's thriving. Meet the Hamilton Tabletop Gaming Society.Show NotesYou can find out more about this great club at Hamilton Tabletop Gaming SocietyYouTube channel mentionedKitchen Wargamers https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2KsvEYTZ87PQfZDwEBuCeQSupport the show2020-10-2336 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 6: Favorite Miniature ManufacturersSend us a textFirst, a huge thanks to Dinosaur George for the use of his recording studio! The sound improvement is astounding! You can find out more about him atwww.dinosaurgeorge.comShow NotesHere are the miniature manufacturers mentioned in this show. Unfortunately a few are no longer in business.Wizards of the Coast- The War at Sea miniatures Richard mentioned are no longer being produced. They can however be found on eBay and other re-sellers.Victrix Miniatures - www.victrixlimited.com2020-10-0936 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 5: Is Historical Miniature Wargaming Dying?Send us a textIn this installment the guys discuss the state of historical miniature wargaming. Is it graying? Is it dying? Or is it just changing?Show NotesThis episode references a video posted on YouTube by Little Wars TV. Here is the link to the video. https://youtu.be/9m7JWNd0AYESupport the show2020-09-2534 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 4: Movies that Inspire Gaming. Part 2Send us a textSynopsisThe guys are back with more movies that they have taken inspiration from. In Episode 3 we talked about obscure films. In this episode we go after the big boys! Yo've heard of most of these. but did you like them?LinksSpecial thanks to our friends at The Little Corporal for their amazing support. Check out this fantastic online dealer at www.thelittlecorporal.co.uk/Sharpe's Rifles SeriesWaterlooMidway (2019)Master and Commander: The...2020-09-1138 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 3: Movies that Inspire Gaming. Part 1Send us a textSynopsisHas a movie or TV show ever fired you up to paint minis or play a game? In this episode the team talks about the movies, both good and bad, that have made an impact on their gaming. This is the first part of a two part series. Part one deals with lesser known films or forgotten gems.LinksThe Lost Battalion - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0287535/The Duelists - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075968/...2020-08-2840 minAnything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 2: The Game Company People Love to HateSend us a textIn this installment the guys examine why everyone loves to hate Warlord Games. Is it fair? Is it justified? Is it just social media trolling?Support the show2020-07-2635 min
Anything But a One! Adventures in Historical Miniature WargamingEpisode 1: What Makes Game Rules Good?Send us a textTom Castanos, Ray Winstead, and Richard Martinez discuss (argue about) what makes for a good set of tabletop miniature wargame rules. Each with 40+ plus years of gaming experience, the guys have seen the good, the bad, and the unplayable come across their game tables. Support the show2020-07-2626 min