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Episode 20: The Thuring Point

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/06/18

This time we are happy to have Lars Thuring join us via Skype from his home in Germany. Lars is a long time ASLer and one of the master-minds behind the upcoming (and FINAL) ASL module, Hakkaa Paalle!. Join us as we mercilessly throw him the really tough questions such as, "how do you pronounce 'hakka palle'", "do you make big money designing scenarios", and "can you get MMP to put Dave's name on a counter"? And lots more. Of course, it wouldn't be T2HS without an engrossing reading of Listener

01:31:07

Episode 19: Rally [Phase] Ho!

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/05/23

Dim the lights and get comfortable as we raise the curtain on another brilliant ASL drama. After some fascinating listener mail, Jeff discusses the benefit of Preparation H, after which Dave dazzles with yet another engrossing Box Art Review Oh, the humanity! We then get into the meat of the show, a dramatic dialog on the ASOP (Advanced Sequence of Play) section on the Rally Phase. Finally, Dave presents a history report on a very personal WW II hero, Cpl. Edward F. Kleinschmidt of the 12th Armored

01:59:37

Episode 18: Tanks 2 U.

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/04/28

Welcome to Tanks University. Here's our university level course on tanks. We're happy to welcome visiting Professor of Tankology (PhT) Bob Holmstrom for a lesson on Vehicle Overrun. Strap on your thinking helmets and be prepared to take copious notes as Dr. Bob leads us through this oft-avoided -- but oh, so fascinating -- territory. We also discuss Platoon Movement of tanks, discuss the ASL Open, and lots more. Show Links C4 Corner Cutter by Counter Culture Contact Alex Key:

01:45:25

Newbie-Do Part 1

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/04/20

Newbie-Do is a mini-series designed specifically for the new ASL player. In this first installment, Jeff and Joe play through two turns of Starter Kit 1's first scenario, "Retaking Verville". We cover victory conditions and setup, and then walk step-by-step through each phase -- explaining in each event in detail as we progress. If you never played ASL before or are confused by the phases and such, grab out your Starter Kit and follow along. We have fixed the problem with this episode and re-posted

01:17:42

Episode 17: Monkey Business

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/04/01

It's business as usual in the broadcast foxhole, which means our carefully laid plans to talk in-depth about Phases in ASL quickly fall apart amidst a lot of other monkey business. Still, we do finally get down to a good discussion of the pre-game sequence. We'll be covering the rest of the phases (hopefully) next time. We hope you enjoy this one. Thanks for listening! Show Guide: Listener feedback -- We get a LOT of email. Sorry if you don't get to yours on this show. We're doing our best

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ASL Extra #7

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/03/30

In this Extra Episode Mike Stubits plays Dave K. in AP 44 The Burial Mound. Set up your boards and follow along if you dare. Rich Spilky provides the neutral commentary in this after action report of a scenario that is on the ASL Open list. Hope you can learn something from this scenario analysis.You need boards 56,57,and 58 or look them up as VASL. Thanks to Mr. Waller you can hit the link to the Archives in the comments section and viola! Instant map viewing! That is so amazing!

01:48:04

Episode 16: Happy Mortars Day

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/03/22

It's Spring! A time when a young man's fancy turns to thoughts of . . . mortars? Well, that's where our thoughts have turned. It's too early (at least here in mid-western North America) to bring out the gardening tools, so instead we celebrate the season by hauling out another handy tool -- the mortar. Test your knowledge (and endurance) with our mortar quiz show. Also in this episode: What's in the Box? -- it's something from the Tampa Bay ASL group. Can you say "Schwerpunkt"? History -- about

01:27:55

Episode 15: Dalton, Part 2

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/03/09

After too long a break, we are back with the next exciting installment. And here we are very happy to announce The 2 Half-Squads t-shirts! We can't remember what made us think anyone would want to admit -- let alone advertise -- they listen to this podcast, but here they are, and to tell the truth, they're pretty darn nice shirts. If you want one, here's how to order. Send us an email stating how many and what size(s) you want and your shipping address. We'll email you back to let you know if

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ASL Extra #6

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/01/19

Join us for a great game of scenario A103 MAYHEM IN MANILA. Two excellent and well respected players give us a glimpse of their thought and strategies as Bob Holmstrom's Japanese try to defend a stone building or two from Bob Miller's attacking Americans. You need deluxe boards a-d to follow along (or just a good imagination, or go on VASL and look at the boards there). Addendum: Click on the link on Will's name in the comments section. It is a link to the board set up.

02:05:54

Episode 14: The Spilky Way

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2009/01/16

Happy New Year to all from The 2 Half-Squads! It’s going to be a great year for ASL, thanks in part to the efforts of our guest today, Rich Spilky. Rich is a long-time ASLer with a passion for finding better ways to play the game. And to him that means simplifying the decoding of complicated rules and complex circumstances. Available for download at the link below, Rich has created a variety of tables and charts that clearly present results for common situations that might otherwise cause lengthy

01:50:47

Episode 13: TANKS! (part 1)

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/12/11

Just in time for the holidays, our gift to you is our biggest episode yet. It has to be BIG because the topic is . . . TANKS! Tis the season to give TANKS and we're right on track. We take 'em apart and put 'em back together to bring you better understanding of these oh-so-amazing armored fighting vehicles. There's a lot to cover so we call in a guest armor leader, Joe, who scopes out vehicle counter symbols. Jeff then deftly breaks down tank movement rules, and Dave dispenses a wealth of knowledge

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ASL Extra #5

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/11/30

Once again this episode is not for everyone. It is a scenario analysis and after action report. ASL Scenario AP 29 RAFF'S DILEMMA (from Action Pack #4) is the chosen one for this extra episode and Rich Spilky plays a tenacious German defense against Dave's attacking Americans. Break out boards 11 and 54, set up the pieces with us, and follow along if you wish. Or perhaps you just want to have a listen.

01:25:39

Episode 12

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/11/13

We are especially excited about this episode because we hold our first phone [actually, Skype] interview. And it's with none other than Keith Dalton from Multiman Publishing. It was really great that Keith could take time out from his busy day to talk with us. While we had to deal with some frustrating technical issues this first time out -- including an abrupt end to the conversation -- we are very pleased with the result and optimistic about working out the kinks in the near future. No doubt this

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ASL Extra #4

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/11/09

In this ASL extra Dave K plays Mike S in scenario J104 "Flanking Flamethrowers" from one of the Journals. Following the usual "Extra" format, it is a scenario analysis and after action report. Also has a mini interview with Mike at the end.

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ASL Extra #3

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/11/08

This episode features an analysis and after action report of Starter Kit scenario S7 "Prelude to Festung Brest". We chose this one because it is available for FREE on the MMP website. Go and get the free scenario, set up your boards all you rookies, and follow as we try to give you some helpful playing advice. Dave T and Jeff battle each other in this one, and Dave K gets a chance to offer neutral commentary (it's fun because you get to criticize the others).

01:29:17

Episode 11

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/10/19

We're very happy to be joined this time by ASL veteran David Goldman. Dave talks about his history with gaming, playing ASL, and the trials and tribulations of running the annual "ASL Open" tournament in Chicago. We also look to see "What's in the Box" -- and it's something you might find indispensable to your ASL collection. And this week we sprung open the coffers and blew a wad on new equipment for the studio. We hope you enjoy the improved sound quality.

01:23:45

Episode 10

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/09/22

We're back to the standard format show with Episode 10. Today we cover some listener mail -- which always leads to interesting discussions. Then we take a look at "What's in the [some-kind-of-container-but-not-necessarily-a] Box." We closely examine some oft forgotten details about Snipers. And lots more. Dave finishes up the episode with an art major's view of some ASL box art. Lots of fun for everyone! Dig it! SHOW LINKS: C4 Corner Cutter Boardgame Geek Fear the Boot (RPG podcast) Dragons

01:23:02

ASL Extra #2

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/09/09

Here is the episode that was intended to be the first ASL Extra. Some lost tracks were reclaimed, thanks to the miracle of putting the tracks on CD as a back up. Once again, this episode is NOT FOR EVERYONE as it is a scenario analysis and after action report. Scenario J86 "Frontal Assault" from Journal 5 is the chosen one. Dave and his friend Rick give you a pre-game and a post-game discussion straight from the heart. Please have mercy on them as they reveal their ASL shortcomings. This is not as

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ASL Extra #1

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/09/05

And now for something completely different! A scenario analysis of AP18 "Village of the Damned" from Action Pack Three. This very unique podcast is not for everyone as Dave and Jeff talk aloud as the game is set up, revealing why you should never fear them if you meet them at a tournament. They also give an after action report. This one is a little rough as it is Dave's first effort at producing a show on his own (Jeff is the true techie). It is recommended that you get out the scenario, set up your

01:21:57

Episode 9

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2008/09/01

And we're back with an action-packed episode featuring -- you guessed it -- MMP's ASL "Action Pack 4", also known as "Normandy 1944". Our pal Joe joins us in the broadcast foxhole as we unwrap and reveal the contents of this highly-anticipated (at least to us ASL addicts) addition to the ASL arsenal. Watch out for those "bocage" rules! We also cover some listener comments, talk more (yes, MORE) about counter storage, ASL boxes, snipers, and lots more. It's 81 minutes and it's all ASL. Dig it!

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