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The Reenactor"s Corner

Chris Schreiber

A bi-weekly podcast on WWII reenactment, featuring Chris Schreiber, Ben Longfellow, and guests. We discuss every aspect of our unique hobby of living history.

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45:25

Horrors of Reenacting 2025 - Ep.142

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/10/30

Ever since our first Halloween Special way back in 2019 every year we've brought you a selection of our listeners spookiest stories . From late night encounters with spectoral sentries or enemy combatants to original items in your collections that maintain a malevolent aura long after World War Two. This year the story submissions were more spine-chilling than ever - so sit back, lock the doors and prepare to be spooked.............. As ever, a very big thank you to everyone that supports the

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50:37

Ludwig Switches Sides for the Weekend - Ep.141

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/10/10

In this episode UK based reenactor and long time friend of the show Ludwig Topf tells Chris about the events that he has attended this summer - including one organised by the "We Have Ways" WW2 history podcast where he swapped his regular German uniform for a British one for the weekend and had a vigorous exchange of views with comedian and podcast host Al Murray in the beer tent..... As ever, a very big thank you to all our Patrons for their support - we really couldn't do this without you ! Why

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41:16

Why is Fall the Best Season to Reenact ? - Ep.140

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/09/26

As temperatures drop and the days get shorter across North America and Europe here is another chance to hear an epsiode originally recorded back in October 2022 when Chris and Ben Tracey discussed why Fall is, in their opinion, perhaps the best time of the year to reenact WW2 in the field. Let us know if you agree ? As ever, a very big thank you to all our Patrons for their support - we really couldn't do this without you ! Why not sign up and become one of our growing band of supporters with

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38:10

Too Soon to Reenact the Vietnam War ?...........Ep.139

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/09/11

At the age of just 31 Gunter Rapp already has 20 year of reenacting under his belt. Starting out with Colonial Period living history at 11 years of age he then moved onto American Civil War and was for a long time a well known face amongst East Coast German Reenactors too. Now based in California he joins Chris to talk about what it was like to be a part of the hobby at such a young age, how he has got into the militaria business and predicts that the Vietnam War could be the next big development

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49:19

Make It Yourself Projects - Ep.138

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/08/29

Ever find that some original tems are impossible to locate or way out of your budget but buyer demand is so small that reproduction vendors simply don't stock..... ? In this episode Chris is joined by Tim Nott of Second Battle Group in the UK to talk about how to fabricate at home some of those hard to find items that can often add an extra dimension to reenacting - plus Tim gives a review of one of the biggest annual reenacting events in the UK , Military Odyssey, which took place last weekend A

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46:46

Assault and Close Combat Awards - Ep.137

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/08/15

The wearing of Medals and Awards is often a hot button topic amongst reenactors. In this, the latest in his series of deep dives, Rudi Lange looks at Assault and Close Combat Awards and tackles the thorny question of if they should be worn within the hobby. The book that Rudi references and recommends towards the end of the episode is... "The Face of Courage : The 98 Men Who Recieved the Knight's Cross and the Close-Combat Clasp in Gold" (Stackpole Military History) A big thank you to everyone who

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46:16

Creating Constructive Relationships with Allied Units...

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/08/01

In this episode Chris is joined by Adam Bednar from 5.Kp GD and Casey Sill from Fox Company, 101 Airborne to talk about a new late war event taking place in Iowa in October and how creating constructive dialogue and collaboration with Allied units leads to better outcomes at events. For more information on the Iowa event please visit the link below.... https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Eyg7DGitS/?mibextid=wwXIfr A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every

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50:38

Reflections on Reenacting - Ep.134

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/07/18

Christopher Smead from Missouri, is now in his 42nd year of reenacting and first attended Weldon Springs way back in 1983. Thanks to a reenacting career that has spanned British , Russian, German and even Japanese Christopher has a unique perspective on the hobby and we know you are going to enjoy his take on how some things have changed, whilst others have stayed the same …. A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or

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46:50

New Prohibited Symbols Law in Australia - Ep.133

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/06/27

In 2024 Australia introduced a new Prohibited Symbols Act which includes a ban on the public display, sale and trade of original or reproduction items which carry the Hakenkreuz or SS runes. There are exemptions in place if the items are used for "educational, artistic, academic or scientific purposes" but the wording of the legislation is vague - leaving Australian reenactors in a difficult position. In this episode Chris talks to Craig, a long time reenactor from Australia, about the impact that

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37:24

France 1940 Event - Ep.132

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/06/13

Last year we previewed a new event planned for 2025 that focused on France in Summer 1940. In this episode Chris catches up with Dylan Williams to hear how the event went and whether it is set to become a regular fixture in the Mid-West reenacting calendar. For more details on the Fall Gelb event please follow the link below https://www.facebook.com/groups/811572074264109 A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small,

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39:38

Travel - Ep.131

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/05/31

They say that travel broadens the mind but does it also bring another dimension to reenacting? In this episode Chris talks about how, for him, trips to Europe are not just about visiting historic sites and former battlefields - they are about searching out or experiencing at random the very essence of a place and the part it played in the Second World War , from the awe inspiring to the mundane......all of which you can use to enhance your reenacting when you return home. A big thank you to everyone

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46:38

Monty's Men 2025 - Ep.130

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/05/16

Monty's Men is a reenactment event that takes place every two years and aims to portray the closing days of World War Two in Europe. This year the event took place in the Netherlands and podcast regular Ludwig Topf attended. In this episode he talks to Chris about how the event went and shares his thoughts on whether the correct balance between a convincing lived experience and a combat or tactical scenario can ever be achieved....... A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via

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47:20

The Iron Cross - Ep.129

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/05/03

The Eisernes Kreuz (Iron Cross) is perhaps the most iconic of all historical German military awards . During World War Two almost five million were issued in recognition of bravery in battle or distinguished military service. In this latest of our occasional series looking at WW2 German military awards Rudi Lange takes a closer look at the history of the Iron Cross and reflects on if and how it should be used within reenacting...... With thanks to www.wehrmacht-awards.com Also a big thank you to

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37:23

Commitment issues .... - Ep.128

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/04/17

Reenacting is a hobby best enjoyed as part of a group - however work, family and other commitments often have to come first. So its no surprise that low attendence is a constant fear for many event organisers. In this episode Chris shares his tips and tricks on how to motivate your unit members to find the time to show up at events...... A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small, and your regular contributions really

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33:59

When Less is More - Ep.127

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/04/04

Reenacting is a hobby that often encourages the aquistition of more and more kit in an effort to enhance the experience. However, in this episode Chris asks if authenticty takes a hit when your amount of gear starts to get out of control... A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small, and your regular contributions really do keep the show on the air. You can sign up for as little as $5 a month to unlock regular

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44:34

The War Merit Cross - Ep.126

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/03/21

In this first of an occasional series looking at medals issued by Germany during the Second World War Rudi Lange takes a deep dive look at the Kriegsverdienstkreuz (War Medal Cross) - which was awarded to both serving members of the military and civilians engaged in outstanding contributions to the war effort. With thanks to www.wehrmacht-awards.com A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small, and your regular

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49:35

Trend Cycles in Reenacting - Ep.125

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/03/06

Like any hobby Reenacting is constantly changing and evolving - sometimes in unexpected directions. In this episode Chris looks at some of the reasons why Soviet reenacting grew in the years before Covid and why the trend cycle has, maybe, now moved on and interest in WW2 Soviet is on the decline .… A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small, and your regular contributions really do keep the show on the air. You can

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42:39

Safety at Events - Ep.124

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/02/21

Following the recent tragic accident involving a Sd.Kfz. 251 in the Czech Republic, on this episode of The Reenactors Corner Podcast Rudi Lange is joined by Tim Nott of Second Battle Group in the UK to take a timely look at safety at reenactment events . For more information on the Second Battle Group please email the address below... secondbattlegroup.info@gmail.com A big thank you to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small, and

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47:35

Kriegsende 1945 - Ep.123

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/02/06

2025 is a big year for WW2 reenactors as it marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the conflict . In this episode Chris talks to Adam from the Militainment YouTube channel about how reenactors can mark the event and how the end of the war is viewed in modern day Germany… To follow Adam please click on the links below... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/militainment_adam/ @militainment_adam Youtube: Youtube.com/@Militainment Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Adam.Mustermann/ A big

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40:33

Redefining Red Army Reenacting - Ep.122

The Reenactor"s Corner ·

2025/01/23

Its thought that over 30 million soldiers were conscripted into the Red Army during WW2 and many saw action in some of the most brutal campaigns of the conflict. In this episode Chris talks to Andryusha Taras of Osoaviakhim Foundation about their unique approach to reenacting, postitioning themselves as more of a living history network than a traditional reenacting group. There is also news of a project called "Silent Heroes" which talks to and archives the memories of the few remaining Red Army

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