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Episode 335: Vassaling Gems

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2024/01/17

Welcome to part two of our time with Doug Rimmer looking at how you can create your own counters and maps in VASL! Make your own 9-1-9 Engineer! Just like last show, you might want to watch on YouTube, but if you are a good listener the podcast may work fine. After that we have an after action report on Scenario FB1: Uncles and Pups from Multi-Man Productions game Festung Budapest.SHOW TIMES0:

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Episode 334: Here We Go a Vasling (Hello Vasl)

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2024/01/01

Happy Holidays All! Jump into the Broadcast for a look with Doug Rimmer at the newest and coolest things that can be found in VASL! Watching on Youtube may be your best way of ingesting this content but if you are a good listener the podcast may work fine. We are wishing you all a Happy 2024!SHOW TIMES0:02Hello Rally4:00 Doug Rimmer and VASL Tips47:00 Total Running TimeSHOW

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Episode 333: Tarawa for Christmas!

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2023/12/20

Happy Holidays All! Jump into the Broadcast Foxhole with us and learn about Gun Duels during our Rules segment. Box Art Review makes it's return with a look at Ken Smith's fantastic art for the Sainte-Mere-Eglise game from Multi-Man Publishing. What better way to enjoy the holidays than having a listen and sipping some warm cider. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanakkuh, Happy Kwanza

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Episode 332: Orsogna Knights

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2023/12/03

Join us as we take a shot at the firing modifiers from Chapter C Rule 6; Target-Based to Hit Determination DRM. Hard to believe that we haven't covered those in the previous 331 shows. The Box contains the new Orsogna from Advancing Fire. The Knights of the Podcast Table song was written by Dennis Donovan of course. He is indefatigable. If you want to get an early Christmas gift copy of

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Episode 331: Ring of Tinnitus

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2023/11/16

We are so glad that all of the Halloween "Spooktackular" advertisements stuff is over! Please enjoy the opening song repeated from episode 65. There are some interesting and entertaining letters. Our AFV segment takes a look at the M3 and M3A1. Lastly, Jeff and Dave take a look at a playing of Operation Neptune's ON-6.The BoardEnd of GameJust before last Close CombatSHOW TIMES00

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Episode 330: Spooktacular Spectacle

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2023/11/02

It's a Halloween Special that includes very few chills and thrills, but banter, AFV segment and an after action report on ON-6Sweeping West from Bounding Fire Productions.SHOW LINKSBounding Fire ProductionsSHOW TIMES00:01OBA From the Skywith Lyrics by Troy Nordine; Sung by A 2 Half-Squad Singer (originally appeared in Episode 63)2:10 Small Talk12:30

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Episode 329: La Brea and Le Franc

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2023/10/14

We know you want to get a look at Dave's Tar Pit Diorama (sculpted by the great Sean Cooperand molded at The Alchemy Works), so here it is! Since we didn't have time last show to dig into the insides of Le Franc Tireur #15, we now take the time to get into the articles therein. Oui, Oui, we, promised that we would not speak in French accents for the show but Jeff manages to make a French

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Episode 328: Lumberjacks and Le Franc Fifteens

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2023/10/02

Le Franc Tireur has put out another gem. Le Franc Tireur #15 featuring some fantastic maps from Steve Swan and Tom Repetti. We take a look at these fun boards as well as the new Arid/Desert rules. Minarets on Mosques, can you believe it? Before we get to that information we read some letters from our beloved listeners, we cover the British rules in the nationality section of the

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Episode 327: Sunny Adam Lunney

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2023/09/13

It is an honor to have the illustrious, bright and optimistic Adam Lunney appear on the show all the way from Canberra, Australia. Yes, this is THE Adam Lunney who authored the booksWe Togetherand Ready to Strike. Once again you can see from his credentials that we are unworthy to have Adam on this lowly podcast. In spite of that he agreed to discuss his books, his gaming

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Episode 326: Run Through the Jungle with Jim

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2023/08/15

Jim Aikens returns and shares his thoughts on printing scenario packs and playtesting in general. We open with a blast from the past. The Run Through the Junglesong from good ol' Episode 53.In the rules segment we cover the Yanks, Americans, U.S.A., troops and their corresponding nationality traits from Rule 25.3.SHOW LINKSUSS Iowa MuseumSoCal ASLSHOW TIMES00:01(Don't) Run

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Episode 325: Breaking in the Grain with Jim Aikens

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2023/08/01

It is a pleasure to present a look at the SoCal gamers lives, through an interview with the charismatic and wise Jim Aikens. This discussion is so thorough, that we will present it in two parts. In part one we learn about Jim's gaming background and how very well organized this club is, with players who are "pretty far out there" in the wide open spaces of the large state of California, having a

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Episode 324: Humans Wave at J14

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2023/07/15

We like to wave at Humans. We were so busy waving hello, and singing along to the wintry song Human Wave (sung to the tune of The Carol of the Bells), that we forgot to banter for a really long time. Just an average time. Aren't you the lucky ones?The Rulescovered in this show continue rule 25:Nationality Distinctions. Focusing on Human Waves and Partisans. Remember partisans don't do a

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Episode 323: Bungly in the Jungly

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2023/07/03

Scenario ON-3 from Operation NeptuneThis show's opening number originally appeared in the middle of Episode 50. It is called Bungle in the Junglewith lyrics by Dennis Donovan and performed by one of the worst of The 2 Half-Squad Singers. Letters includes a Robert Barratt's report on the CA guys game day on the USS Iowa. 18 gents gaming away. Amazing! Also David Wiley shares how he got into

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Episode 322: Rally Phase A la Gaga

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2023/06/14

We rally hope you rally liked the Rally Phase song by Dennis Donovan that opened this episode. If you ever find yourself wondering what actions you can take in the Rally Phase just pull this episode up on your phone and have a listen. It will remind you of all the wonderous possibilities. And your opponents will not think less of you, will they?If you would like a review of the rules that might

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Episode 321: Favorite ASL Things

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2023/06/02

We open this show with a blast from the past. We have decided to repeat some of the classic AdvancedSquad Leader parody songs, starting with "My Favorite ASL Things" with lyrics by Whit Richardson. This allows us to post them with lyrics on our Youtube Channel also.There are a few letters to share to get us caught up. In the Box is the newest item from Broken Ground Design, the Sticky

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Episode 320: 10th Mountain Men

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2023/05/16

It is a pleasure to have Paul Works return to the show especially when he is accompanied by his friend and compatriot Dave Mareske. Dave gives us a wonderful review of his fathers life, including his time in the service and his time spent thereafter. We think you will agree that Cpl Ernie Mareske led a fascinating life and served in a challenging arena during WWII.Paul provides some

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Episode 319: That's Some More Eh?

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2023/05/02

We announce the winner of the last contest and give details about our newest one. If you want to win these Schwerepunkt scenario packs you might have to break out of your comfort zone. But you can do so anonymously. Dave recounts his second spill -- an NDE -- while Kayaking. He definitely did not want more of that, eh? We finish covering Rule 19: Unit Substitution. Then take an in depth look at

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Episode 318: What's Your Experience Level Rating?

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2023/04/18

Dave and Jeff banter a bit about Jason and the Argonauts and the new Dungeons and Dragons films before jumping into Rule 19: Unit Substitution. In our What Have You Been Playing Lately? segment Dave T and Dave K discuss two playing's of Scenario ON-1 Freedom!, from Operation Neptune by Bounding Fire Productions for the Advanced Squad Leader game system.SHOW TIMES00:30 Banter11:53 Rules36:51

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Episode 317: The Dukes Ride Again

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2023/04/04

Once again we are honored to be joined by the designers of Dinant. Dan Dolan, Nadir Elfarra, and Carl Nogueira, who provide more advice and insight on said game. Before that we take some time to read fascinating letters all about the greatest game in the world Advanced Squad Leader.SHOW TIMES00:30 Banter10:30 Letters25:00 Contest Announced26:00 Dukes of Dinant Interview Part 243:49

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Episode 316: The Dukes of Dinant

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2023/03/21

Check out that amazing hand drawn map by Dan Dolan. Do you like it? We are honored to be joined by the designers of Dinant, Dan Dolan, Nadir Elfarra, and Carl Nogueira. It is a fascinating tale of how the whole project came about. Starting with the map and covering all aspects of game design. Dinant is a great addition to the world of Advanced Squad Leader.We present the first half of the

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