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Wargaming Recon

Jonathan J. Reinhart

Longest-running tabletop wargaming podcast on the planet!

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So Long… – Wargaming Recon #320

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2026/01/26

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, I reflect deeply on my journey as the host, sharing both personal milestones and pivotal life events that have influenced the creation and sustainability of this podcast. After a hiatus beginning in Fall 2025, I am back to engage with the community that has supported me through numerous challenges and joys. I take this moment to express my gratitude for Robert Dunn and Peter Bryant who stepped in during my absence, and their contributions have been invaluable to

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1:04:03

Mailbag Roundup – Wargaming Recon #319

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2026/01/21

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, Peter Bryant takes the helm and is joined by Robert Dunn as a guest host to tackle listener-submitted questions from our Facebook page while our usual host, Jonathan, is on break. We engage in vibrant discussions sparked by questions from contributors like Brian Butler, debating the merits of different dice types, particularly the classic D6 compared to the D10.The conversation shifts to miniature painting tools, where we discuss the advantages of natural versus

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1:35:47

Budget Gaming Makeover – Wargaming Recon #318

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2025/09/29

In this episode Jonathan and Peter Bryant discuss a budget gaming makeover for Peter. They also talk about the recent New England Tabletop Gaming Flea Market in Uxbridge, Massachusetts. The pair start talking about how Peter would spend $20 on … Continue reading →

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1:02:23

Picking the Right Convention – Wargaming Recon #317

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2025/08/28

In this episode Jonathan is joined by Robert Dunn and they discuss everything about conventions besides the games you can play. The pair talk about what to look for when deciding if they are going to attend a convention. There … Continue reading →

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1:31:12

Huzzah Con 2025 – Wargaming Recon #316

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2025/06/16

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, host Jonathan J. Reinhart welcomes Brian Butler, president of the Maine Historical Wargamers Association and chief organizer of the Huzzah convention. They discuss Brian’s experiences organizing Huzzah, which drew over 300 attendees this year … Continue reading →

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1:36:11

Rising Phoenix 2025 – Wargaming Recon #315

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2025/05/26

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, host Jonathan J. Reinhart is joined by co-host Peter Bryant, who returns to share their experiences from the recent Rising Phoenix convention. They reminisce about their excitement to reconnect, albeit briefly, amidst the busy … Continue reading →

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1:50:42

Old School Wargaming – Wargaming Recon #314

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2025/04/28

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, host Jonathan J. Reinhart is joined by co-host Peter Bryant and special guest Nathan, who brings a wealth of experience and perspective on classic war gaming to the discussion. They delve into a variety … Continue reading →

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1:38:06

Wargaming Travel Destinations – Wargaming Recon #313

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2025/04/14

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, hosts Jonathan J. Reinhart and Pete Bryant dive into an exciting discussion about potential travel destinations that cater specifically to war gamers. As April 2025 approaches, they recognize that many within the gaming community … Continue reading →

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1:46:00

TotalCon 2025 – Wargaming Recon #312

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2025/03/31

In this episode Jonathan is joined by Peter Bryant. They recently attended TotalCon 39 in Marlborough, Ma over the weekend of February 20-23 2025. The pair talk about the games they played in and the games they ran. Then they … Continue reading →

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1:41:45

Wargaming AMA – Wargaming Recon #311

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2025/03/03

In this episode Jonathan is joined by Robert Dunn and the pair goes through recent questions from social media. The questions range from food to wargames. You will be amazed by all of our insights on many topics and our … Continue reading →

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1:28:09

Golden Fez Game Award – Wargaming Recon #310

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2025/02/17

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, host Jonathan J. Reinhart and co-host Peter Bryant unveil the Golden Fez Awards, created to honor their late friend James Carpio. They discuss the awards’ origins, whimsical categories like the "Holy Hand Grenade Award," and the focus on indie games to promote accessibility. Peter shares insights on community collaboration and outreach efforts, including a partnership with Total Con. The duo reflects on the camaraderie within the gaming community and encourages

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1:29:30

Wargaming Beginners’ Guide – Wargaming Recon #309

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2025/02/03

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, host Jonathan J. Reinhart and co-host Peter Bryant share practical tips for newcomers to the wargaming hobby. They discuss community connections, cost-effective strategies like using paper miniatures, and offer advice on miniature preparation and … Continue reading →

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45:40

Foxbite Hobby Tools – Wargaming Recon #308

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2025/01/20

[1:02] Welcome to Wargaming Recon. I am your host, Jonathan J. Reinhart. I am so excited to welcome you back to a new episode of the podcast. It is 2025, everybody. Here we are, you, me, our friends, and everybody … Continue reading →

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1:07:42

Gaming on the Cheap – Wargaming Recon #307

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2024/10/01

In this episode Jonathan is joined by co-host Peter Bryant of Solarian Games. The pair discuss how someone can game on the cheap. Normally this can be an expensive hobby, but there are many ways that you can make it much cheaper. This will not be an exhaustive list, but… Read More»

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1:30:36

Iselion Hybrid – Wargaming Recon #306

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2024/07/22

Game designers Peter Bryant of Solarian Games and Peter Saloom of Pear Tree Studio join Jonathan to discuss designing an adventure for roleplaying games (RPGs). This is done by examining The Iselion Hybrid sci-fi adventure using the Savage Worlds system. The adventure was created by Peter Saloom and Jonathan was… Read More»

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1:12:04

Huzzah 2024 – Wargaming Recon #305

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2024/07/01

In this episode, I, Jonathan, share my live recording from Huzzah! 2024 in South Portland, Maine, post-pandemic. I’m joined by Joerg Bender of Things from the Basement. The convention was a huge success with increased attendance, thanks to vendors like WeeWolf Miniatures, Bloody Scotsmen Games, and Trilaterum, who showcased top-notch… Read More»

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2:18:24

Behind the Scenes – Wargaming Recon #304

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2024/06/17

Jonathan and Peter discuss Jonathan's journey from adversity to podcasting, highlighting community, collaboration, and sustainability. They express gratitude to listeners and encourage creativity with perseverance and joy.

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2:01:05

Inclusive Gaming with Boston Gaymers – Wargaming...

Wargaming Recon ·

2024/06/03

Today on Wargaming Recon, we are joined by Andrea Morton, who represents Boston Gaymers, an organization founded by Matt in 2017 with a mission to provide inclusive gaming spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. Boston Gaymers, boasting nearly 3,000 members on Discord, focuses on fostering relationships and inclusivity within the gaming… Read More»

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1:23:28

Rising Phoenix Game Con 2024 – Wargaming Recon #302

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2024/05/13

Peter Saloom and Jonathan share their experiences at Rising Phoenix Game Convention 2024. Peter spent all three days in the gaming halls running RPGs (roleplaying games). Jonathan explored the convention for the very first time. Rising Phoenix Game Convention is a friendly, inclusive, and fun tabletop gaming convention focused on… Read More»

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0:53:24

Katana-Ra RPG Game Design – Wargaming Recon #301

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2024/04/29

Jay Parker and Jonathan recorded this episode LIVE in the seminar room at TotalCon 2024. Jay Parker was on Episode 291 where they talked about AI Art. This time the pair discuss Jay’s new cyperpunk themed RPG called Katana-Ra. Jay explains how his game mechanics are different from others on… Read More»

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