Parhaat Wargames Podcastit (2025)

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WSS104 - Is this just real, or is it just fantasy? 39:36

19d ago39:36

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.…

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Episode 79 - Live from T'Other Partizan 1:54:14

20d ago1:54:14

1:54:14

A change in Programming Schedule as the difficult birthing of the Wargames Time Machine episode continues. I took the opportunity to take a ginormous microphone down to that there Newark and the T'Other Partizan show where I spoke to the organisers and a variety of people including former guests and potential new ones, here is the full running orde…

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WSS103 - A Hail of Bullets 53:24

2M ago53:24

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 a…

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Episode 78 - Mark Strachan - New Zealand 1866 1:42:38

2M ago1:42:38

1:42:38

Hi everyone, welcome once again to Yarkshire Gamers Reet Big Wargames Podcast. Today sees a continuation of our round the world trip with a visit to New Zealand and my guest Mark Strachan. Marks Blog 1866 and all that has been a popular stop off point for many wargamers over the years, it covers many things but specialises in the Franco Prussian Wa…

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WSS102 - The Great Wargaming Survey, 2025 30:01

3M ago30:01

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…

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Episode 77 - Charlie Wesencraft - A Tribute 1:59:21

3M ago1:59:21

1:59:21

Earlier this year one of the early Wargaming Pioneers Charlie Wesencraft passed away at the age of 97. I thought it would be a fitting tribute to get some of my former guests together and have them tell Charlies story and there memories of him. In between the various interview sections I read passages from his first book, written in 1974, Practical…

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WSS101 - From Our Own Correspondents 57:42

4M ago57:42

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:Great Wargames Survey Bolt Action, Walord G…

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Episode 76 - A Question of Brews 3:22:59

4M ago3:22:59

3:22:59

Hello everyone and here's something for the weekend ! This is the hangover from Episode 74 when in the Brews in the Binyard Episode where we talked rubbish for that long we didn't get chance to cover the listener questions ! So here they are. We spend an hour catching up as one or two things have happened between this episode and the last brews and…

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Episode 75 - Ken Hanning - Wargaming Positivity 3:19:56

4M ago3:19:56

3:19:56

Hello everyone and welcome to the shows Diamond Jubilee. Todays guest is Ken Hanning. Ken has a wonderful wargaming shed (its a lot better than a shed !) which is named The Perthshire War Room. It is a wonderful spot and the envy of many when he shows the room off on his Big Wargames Website and YouTube Chanel. Ken has many links with the Leeds War…

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WSS100 - Rules of Engagement 51:57

5M ago51:57

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 rul…

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Episode 74 - Brews in the Binyard Summer 2025 3:29:21

5M ago3:29:21

3:29:21

Welcome to the Summer Edition of the Brews in the Binyard side Podcast within a Podcast. Its the 9th time we have done one of these and they are very different to the usual shows, so after a run of 7 or 8 "normal" episodes I suppose I best warn newcomers that there may be a spot of bad language and you really don't want to play this with kids in th…

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Episode 73 - Paul Thompson - German Boots on British Soil 1943 1:28:37

5M ago1:28:37

1:28:37

Hi Everyone, Welcome back and today in episode 73 we return to the fascinating events surrounding a potential German Raid on the radar station at St Lawrence on the Isle of Wight in August 1943. My guest Paul Thompson has spent a lot of time and effort supported by others to greatly further the investigation into the "rumour" on the Island of a rai…

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WSS99 - Gaming Mechanisms 53:13

6M ago53:13

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 wit…

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Wargames To Go 27.1 - Invasion of Norway in WW2 1:07:10

6M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

Join the Wargames To Go (and Boardgames To Go) discord server https://discord.gg/vxEG9bMPdx Ok, let's see how my attempt to tackle smaller topics more often actually goes. Can I get out one show/topic per quarter? That's my personal goal for the rest of 2025. Then I'll re-evaluate. Which brings me to Norway. Literally. In a week's time I'll be vaca…

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Episode 72 - Ray and Lee of the Posties Deliver on Salute 3:43:38

6M ago3:43:38

3:43:38

Welcome to the Show and today I have a couple of guests on the show who I have known for a few years via the Analogue Hobbies Winter Paint Challenge (see Episode 18 for more). Ray Rousell and Big Lee Hadley have been around the hobby for many years, both running successful wargaming blogs, with Lee branching off into the world of the Utubes in rece…

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Episode 71 - Company of Makers - Veterans and Wargaming 2:15:53

7M ago2:15:53

2:15:53

Hello everyone and welcome once again to the Yarkshire Gamer Reet Big Wargames Podcast. Today for the 71st episode I have three guests, Steve Bomford who runs the Company of Makers (CoM) Organisation which helps Veterans adapt to civilian life post service. Nick Denning who is a former British Army Infantry Officer who is developing a near future W…

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WSS98 - Salute ExCels 41:52

7M ago41:52

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 design…

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Episode 70 - Jared Fishman - 20 Sided Gamified Podcast 3:56:08

7M ago3:56:08

3:56:08

Welcome to Episode 70 of the show and today I sit down with fellow gamer and podcaster Jared Fishman. Jared runs the US based 20 Sided Gamified show and its a Wargaming show with a broad topic base which has a slant towards the educational value of our hobby in a wider context. My guest is a teacher and has used gaming in his lessons as a great tea…

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Wargames To Go 26.2 - First Contact Games (Conclusion) 1:44:52

8M ago1:44:52

1:44:52

As has happened before, my subject for this podcast episode sort of grew to be larger & more challenging than I was prepared for. As a result, I'm bringing this subject to a "close" before I'm actually finished with the topic. Of course we never really finish a topic in history, but some are more digestible than others. The entire scope of "first c…

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Episode 69 - Arran Johnston - Jacobite Rising 2:19:57

8M ago2:19:57

2:19:57

Hello all and welcome to Episode 69 of the Reet Big Wargames Podcast. My guest today is Arran Johnston, Arran works with the Scottish Battlefield Trust and the Battle of Prestonpans Museum increasing awareness of the History of conflicts in the Highlands, Lowlands and Isles. A specialist in the Jacobite Rising Arran has had a number of books publis…

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WSS97 - Themes and Questions 45:37

8M ago45:37

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: 3 men in a shed warga…

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Episode 68 - Martyn Kelly - Wargaming Pavia 2:33:48

9M ago2:33:48

2:33:48

On the 500th Anniversary of one of the most pivotable battles of the Great Italian Wars, what better to do that a deep dive into the battle of Pavia, with a specific slant on recreating the battle on the tabletop. I'm joined by Martyn Kelly who has last on the show 2 years ago. He is well known for his exquisite Big Games at Historicon in the US an…

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WSS96 - The Science of Terrain 46:05

9M ago46:05

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: The Baron's War, Warhost PBI, Peter Pig Armies of the United States…

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Episode 67 - Listener Phone In 2:18:28

9M ago2:18:28

2:18:28

Hello everyone and welcome to my first ever Wargamers phone in ! I'm joined on the show by 8 different guests for 8 very different conversations about different aspects of our wonderful hobby, in order of appearance we have. 1. Gary Wills - we talk about the War of the First Coalition or the Revolutionary Wars and his book Throwing Thunderbolts abo…

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Episode 66 - Lorenzo Sartori - Wargaming in Italy, Dadi & Piombo 1:20:16

9M ago1:20:16

1:20:16

Hi there, Welcome to the first episode of 2025 and today I combine two of my favourite things in life Wargaming and Italy. My guest is Lorenzo Sartori who runs the Italian based wargames publishers Dadi & Piombo. Lorenzo has been publishing a magazine of the same name for over 25 years, along with various sets of rules and books relating to wargami…

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WSS95 - Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025 47:31

10M ago47:31

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 …

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Episode 65 - Brews in the Binyard Xmas Special 2024 4:06:28

11M ago4:06:28

4:06:28

Welcome back to the Yarkshire Gamer Podcast with our usual Xmas Special with the Brews in the Binyard Boys, Alex Sotheran from Storm of Steel and Iain McDonald from Flags of War. In what is now tradition I butcher a Xmas song at the start of the show so get ready for a version of Fairy Tale of New York which you have never heard before ! The show e…

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WSS94 - Competitive Gaming 58:30

11M ago58:30

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…

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WSS93 - Meeting Strange Men 48:51

1y ago48:51

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 loca…

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Wargames To Go 26.1 - First Contact Wargames (Introduction) 1:03:54

1y ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Come join the new Wargames To Go (and Boardgames To Go) discord server https://discord.gg/vxEG9bMPdx Once multiple games about conquistadors in the new world had landed in my collection, I had a dilemma. On the one hand, the 15th-16th century contact between the two halves of our world was one of its most pivotal events. That cannot be denied. On t…

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WSS92 - Wargaming on a Budget 45:17

1y ago45:17

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. Links: WSS Online Freakz: Mutant Murder Machin…

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Episode 64 - Andy Johnson - Soldier, Gamer, Author 2:51:07

1y ago2:51:07

2:51:07

Hi everyone, Welcome back to the first, long form "normal" Podcast for a while and todays guest is Andy Johnson. Andy was born in York which gets a big tick in a box on this show ! and in the first part of the show we chat about Andys Wargaming life and the old Little Soldier Shop on Gillygate in his home town. Section 2 covers Andys extensive mili…

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Episode 63 - Paul Thompson - EWM Catch Up & the WW2 German Raid on the UK 1:40:53

1y ago1:40:53

1:40:53

Hi everyone, This was planned initially as a bit of a catch up episode with a number of guests but I wasn't able to get all the interviews done and I've been away myself so rather than have this lying around for weeks I've put my catch up with Paul out as an individual episode. Paul was my guest on Episode 43 and we chatted in depth on that occasio…

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WSS91 - New Editions 52:17

1y ago52:17

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 wor…

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Episode 62 - Trevor Dixon - Dixon Miniatures 1:08:47

1y ago1:08:47

1:08:47

Welcome back everyone to Episode 63 of the Yarkshire Gamers Reet Big Wargames Podcast and today I've got off my backside and driven down t'road to Honley just outside Holmfirth where I sat down with Trevor Dixon of Dixon Miniatures to chat about his time in the hobby. He got his first break with Hinchliffe Miniatures before striking out on his own …

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Episode 61 - Little Wars TV with Greg and Miles 2:07:00

1+ y ago2:07:00

2:07:00

Hey Up, Its time to go across the pond to the USA and speak to a couple of guys who are part of the team who run Little Wars TV on that there Utubes. These guys are so big they even have more subscribers than Alex Sotheran ! The channel has been off air for a while and has recently returned to the airwaves so I thought it would be a great time to h…

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WSS90 - Caulking with the boys 51:32

1+ y ago51:32

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…

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WSS89 - Terrain Talk 1:03:22

1+ y ago1:03:22

1:03:22

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. Links:WSS Online, a new way to read Server Down, websites out 'Nam 68 (PSC) Bolt Action: Third Edition Stargrave: Dead or Alive (Osprey)

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Episode 60 - Summer Brews in the Binyard 24 3:27:44

1+ y ago3:27:44

3:27:44

Its that time of year again where the gang meet up in our terrace bin yard to chew the fat on the hobby in general. Today I'm joined by regular guests Alex Sotheran from Storm of Steel and Iain McDonald from Flags of War, we have a quick catch up whilst Alex saves up the money for his internet connection before he tells us how he became the "face" …

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Episode 59 - Pete Brown - TAG 3:27:00

1+ y ago3:27:00

3:27:00

Welcome to Episode 59 and today I am chatting with Pete Brown who is the main man at The Assault Group who are probably better known as TAG. Pete has had a interesting journey in the hobby prior to setting up TAG, he's worked at Table Top Games, Games Workshop and Wargames Foundry so it was great to chat about his career in mould making and casting…

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WSS88 - Inspiration 45:46

1+ y ago45:46

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 Chain of Command Far East Handbook Forgotten Battles: Raids in the European Theatre 1939-1945 Band of Brothers (2001) Hornblower (1998-2003) Sharpe (1993-2008) Cross of Iron (1977) Attack …

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Episode 58 - Joe Bilton - Wargames Terrain 2:42:43

1+ y ago2:42:43

2:42:43

After our double header history fest on Jutland with Nick Jellicoe its time to get back to basics with a special episode on Wargames Terrain. My guest is Joe Bilton aka @Joe_Wargamer on Twitter (sorry Elon, its Twitter mate) who during the 5 years or so he has been in the hobby has produced some superb quality tables with an emphasis on more realis…

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Wargames To Go 25.4 Wars of Scotland (Conclusion, part 2 plus GMT Weekend at the Warehouse) 1:20:23

1+ y ago1:20:23

1:20:23

Come join the new Wargames To Go (and Boardgames To Go) discord server https://discord.gg/vxEG9bMPdx [If you aren't particularly interested in the Wars of Scotland, you may be interested in the wargame open house/convention event known as GMT's Weekend at the Warehouse. I went last month and spend the first part of the podcast talking about that ti…

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WSS87 - Salute, 2024 45:31

1+ y ago45:31

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 War game scenarios: The Italian wars battles 1494 - 1559 Hail Caesar Epic Battles: The Punic Wars Bolt Action 3 V For V…

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Episode 57 - Nick Jellicoe - Jutland, The Battle and its Aftermath 2:29:38

1+ y ago2:29:38

2:29:38

Hi everyone. No surprises with the content of this episode as I present the second part of my interview with Nick Jellicoe. In the first part we covered a lot of the background to the battle and the characters involved. In this part of the interview we look in detail at the battle itself, going through each of the major phases of the action at Jutl…

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Episode 56 - Nick Jellicoe - Jutland - Prelude to Battle 1:33:10

1+ y ago1:33:10

1:33:10

Hello again, welcome to Episode 56, the first of a double header on the Battle of Jutland, by far the largest sea borne action of the First World War and what a great guest we have to discuss it with you, Nick Jellicoe, grandson of John Jellicoe Commander of the British Fleet at the battle. We recorded for about 4 and a half hours and it was a grea…

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Wargames To Go 25.3 Wars of Scotland (Conclusion, part 1) 1:14:05

1+ y ago1:14:05

1:14:05

Come join the new Wargames To Go (and Boardgames To Go) discord server https://discord.gg/vxEG9bMPdx As always happens, a subject that attracts me for wargaming and this podcast proves to be deeper and richer than expected. Once I knew I would get a chance to visit Scotland on vacation last summer/fall, it was my opportunity to dive into "wars of S…

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WSS86 - Painting Mojo 1:06:54

1+ y ago1:06:54

1:06:54

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: Sonic Sledgehammer Studio Aly's Brown Liquid Marine Juice Ballads of a Cosmic Frontier Soldiers of Napoleon, Great Battles - Wagram, Cam…

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Episode55 - Richard Marsh & Colin Rumford - Rapid Fire 3:18:01

1+ y ago3:18:01

3:18:01

Welcome to the latest episode of the Podcast with my two guests Richard Marsh and Colin Rumford who are responsible for one of the most popular sets of WW2 rules available - Rapid Fire. First released in 1994 and supported by many subsequent Supplements, Campaign and Scenario Books the rules have gone through a recent update with Rapid Fire Reloade…

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Episode 54 - Nigel Atter - WW1 in Mesopotamia 2:15:44

1+ y ago2:15:44

2:15:44

Hello everyone and welcome once again to the Yarkshire Gamers Reet Big Wargames Podcast as I reach the 54th episode. In a bit of an extended introduction I go through and explain a recent change in my guest booking process. Before moving onto the main course. Today my guest is Nigel Atter who is a WW1 historian with a couple of books to his name wh…

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