Best General Atlantic Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 242: Andy Hobday (Wargames Atlantic/Hobday & Hicks)https://discord.gg/eHYTf4Z7t4 1:09:04

2d ago1:09:04

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This week I speak to Andy Hobday. Andy has had a variety of roles in a variety of companies and it gives him a great breadth of experience that he brings to bear in the differing roles he has had within the hobby industry. He currently writes rules sets for Wargames Atlantic, along with a Warhost as part of his Hobday and Hicks effort. In this epis…

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Kimberly Welch, "Eulalie Mandeville’s Money: A Free Black Woman and Her Legacy in Antebellum New Orleans" 42:59

7d ago42:59

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In this episode, we’re joined by Kimberly Welch, Associate Professor of History and Law at Vanderbilt University. Kim is currently a Fellow-in-Residence at the Rothermere American Institute at the University of Oxford. She spoke with us about the paper she presented in the seminar, titled “Eulalie Mandeville’s Money: A Free Black Woman and Her Lega…

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Ep 241: Will Rahman-daultrey (Forbidden Psalm/The Last War et al) 1:26:20

9d ago1:26:20

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This week I speak to Will Rahman-daultrey the writer of Forbidden Psalm and The Last War, amongst other things. Wont spoil any of the natural chat that occurs but what I will say is that the richness of Will’s own life, his perspective, his experiences, and his mentality has leaked all over his rule sets! From my view anyway. I think he has written…

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Into the Blue-Oceans of Opportunity- In partnership with Ocean Startup Project 44:21

12d ago44:21

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Ride the wave of innovation as hosts Allan Gates and Chris Crowell explore the surging tide of technology revolutionizing the East Coast's Ocean sector. They're joined by Natasha Lagay from the Ocean Startup Project, who reveals how entrepreneurs are harnessing the sea change in ocean opportunities, and Dr. Sue Molloy, the visionary CEO behind Hali…

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Ep 240: Jon Dawson (Fellow Hobby Nerd) 1:10:27

16d ago1:10:27

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This week I speak to Jon Dawson, just a regular hobby nerd like you and me. I really enjoyed talking to Jon and listening to his experience and insight. He’s the sort of amazing stand up guy you’d want to share a pint with and play some games with, its nailed on that you’d have a grand old time. Thanks for coming onto the show Jon, I really valued …

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Ep 239: Colin Stone (Head of Finance Warlord Games) 1:08:56

24d ago1:08:56

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This week I speak to Colin Stone, the Finance Director of Warlord Games. We have a long and meandering chat about the things that occur to us. I wont spoil any of it here, you can get stuck in as it pops up, buts its filled with wine, women, and financial accounting! Thanks to Colin for taking the time to speak to us, we hope you all enjoy the show…

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Raising the Tides 34:49

26d ago34:49

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Hot on the heels of the Halifax Tides FC's historic first game, we speak with club co-founder and CEO Courtney Sherlock about her vision for professional women's soccer in Halifax, and how to turn a passion into a business.By Allan Gates

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Ep 238: Graham Davey (Grey for Now Games: Test of Honour, 0200hrs, Guards of Traitor’s Toll) 1:17:08

1M ago1:17:08

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This week I speak to Graham Davey of Grey for Now Games. Graham has a deep, progressive, and interesting history in the hobby world. From working in a GW store, to Editorial, to White Dwarf, to writing his own games such as Test of Honour, 0200hrs, and most recently Guards of Traitors Toll. Such an interesting chap with so many insights and stories…

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Prof. Elizabeth N. Ellis, ‘The Great Power of Small Nations: Indigenous Diplomacy in the Gulf South’ 35:22

30d ago35:22

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Today on the podcast, we speak with Elizabeth Ellis, Associate Professor of History at Princeton University, about her recent book titled ‘The Great Power of Small Nations: Indigenous Diplomacy in the Gulf South’ (University of Pennsylvania Press, 2022). Professor Ellis focuses on Indigenous polities in early America, and how decisions made by Nati…

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Ep 237: Tom Greenway (Goblin King Games: Moonstone) 1:07:08

1M ago1:07:08

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This week I speak to Tom Greenway of Goblin King Games, the creators of the excellent Moonstone fantasy skirmish game. He and it need no introduction, its a fantastic game, he is a fantastic guy!! Hope you enjoy the noises we both made and the recording of them. PATM Disicord Link: https://discord.gg/eHYTf4Z7t4…

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Sophie FitzMaurice, "From Perishable Property to Industrial Preservation: Remaking the Telegraph Pole in the Early 20th Century U.S" 28:13

1M ago28:13

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This week on the podcast, PhD candidates Hugh Wood and Megan Renoir sit down with Sophie FitzMaurice, Research Fellow at the Centre for History and Economics at the University of Cambridge. Sophie discusses her paper, "From Perishable Property to Industrial Preservation: Remaking the Telegraph Pole in the Early 20th-Century U.S."—an exploration of …

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East of Montreal in the Big Smoke 32:50

1M ago32:50

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You probably don't think of downtown Toronto when you hear "kitchen party", but that is exactly what the ACG (Association for Corporate Growth) holds each spring at The Pilot, an iconic Yorkville tavern that dates back to World War 2. The beer flows, PEI oysters are plentiful and investors, entrepreneurs and deal makers from George Street to Bay St…

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Ep 236: Randall (Imperial Minis Youtube Channel) 1:27:16

1M ago1:27:16

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This week is the second conversation with Randall from the Imperial Minis Youtube channel. We pick up from the chat we had in episode 228, go and listen to that one if you havent already so you are up to speed before this one. In this show we talk about his YouTube channel, we talk about how he loves it when people call him Randy, his love of Moons…

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Shane Hamilton, "The Persistence of Glyphosate: Monsanto’s Strategic Maintenance of Roundup, the World’s Most Enduring Herbicide Technology" 23:39

1M ago23:39

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This week, PhD candidates Fergus and Caroline are joined by Shane Hamilton, Reader in Strategy, Management and Society at the University of York. They discuss his recent paper, “The Persistence of Glyphosate: Monsanto’s Strategic Maintenance of Roundup, the World’s Most Enduring Herbicide Technology.” The conversation explores the history of Monsan…

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Ep 235: Mike Tuñez (Firelock Games) 1:15:27

2M ago1:15:27

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This week I talk once again to the amazing Mike Tunez of Firelock games. Firelock develop awesomeness. Their games are fun and engaging, from their settings to their mechanics, and all their interactions with us. I find them amazing. One of the biggest reasons why I love this hobby is that where in other hobbies you wouldnt dream of or have access …

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Dr. Tom Smith, "Word Across the Water: American Protestant Missionaries, Pacific Worlds, and the Making of Imperial Histories" 31:47

2M ago31:47

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This week on the podcast, Dr. Tom Smith, Affiliated Lecturer and Keasbey Fellow in American Studies at Selwyn College, University of Cambridge, examines how Protestant missionaries situated themselves within local Pacific contexts, and American empire more generally. You can read more of Smith's work in the recent publication of his book, Word acro…

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Accessing Capital in Uncertain Times 52:39

2M ago52:39

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Finding capital to fuel your start-up is always challenging. It's even harder in the midst of a global trade war. Jeff White, CEO of the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation, and Kristina Milke, General Partner with Alberta's Sprout Fund, talk strategies to access capital in uncertain times, and explore the differences between the Maritimes and Albe…

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Ep 234: Count Vampz (How much does stuff cost?) 1:15:51

2M ago1:15:51

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This week I talk to Vampz, and we talk about how much different things cost. A while ago I started to revisit the idea of value. This something close to my heart and something I have written articles about on the PATM website and we also have around 5 episodes dedicated to this subject, you may remember the sustainable gaming chats we had around ep…

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Ep 233: Matthew McClean (General hobby chin wag) 1:07:45

2M ago1:07:45

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Hey, I have a chat with Matty Mac about how we find out about new things, Hobgoblin, and some other bits and bats/odds and sods. Hope you enjoy! PATM Discord link: https://discord.gg/

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Ep 232: Tim Prow (Diehard Miniatures) 1:24:36

2M ago1:24:36

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This week I talk to Tim Prow of Diehard Miniatures. Diehard create old hammer inspired miniatures for us to enjoy. They use traditional sculpting methods and offer unique, interesting, and often quirky sculpts for us to use in the games we play. The minis ooze character, so take a look at them if you enjoy that style and ethos. In the show Tim and …

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Tariff wars, Federal Election, Carney, what does it all mean for Atlantic Canadian businesses? 1:06:30

2M ago1:06:30

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It's been a wild time in Canadian politics - Trudeau out, Carney in, tariff war with Trump, and now a federal election. David Tarrant with Enterprise Canada, Kelly Bennett with Abacus Data, and Trevor Floyd with Iris Communications break down what it means for Atlantic Canadian businesses and what happens next.…

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Ep 231: Alessio Cavatore (Bolt Action, Fight for America, Ghost in the Shell) 1:08:46

2M ago1:08:46

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In this episode I speak to Alessio Cavatore, another guest who is completing his Hat trick today, you may…..if you so choose go back to episode 51 and then 142 before you get onto this one to get the full Cavatore picture! In this episode we chat about how he handled the development and his feelings about Bolt Action 3rd edition, we talk about the …

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Ep 230: Roger Yates (Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy) 1:24:50

3M ago1:24:50

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In this episode I speak to Roger Yates. Roger is a key and integral part of the Duncan Rhodes Paint Academy brand. Roger plans out and puts together the amazing painting tutorials we see on Youtube and also on the Duncan Rhodes Paint Academy wesbite which you can join for a monthly fee and get access to significantly more content. Roger and I talk …

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Critical Minerals - the New Gold Rush? 33:21

3M ago33:21

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Critical minerals - critical to growing the East Coast economy? Like gold prospectors of old, Scott Eldridge sees opportunity - this time in a long abandoned mine in Nova Scotia. Backed by changing world markets and intriguing data, what will it take to realize this opportunity, and what is the cost?…

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Ep 229: Rich Carlisle (Footsore Miniatures) 1:21:05

3M ago1:21:05

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In this episode I speak to Rich Carlisle now of Footsore Miniatures. Rich completes his hat-trick in this episode, the 3rd time he has been on the show, if you are interested in hearing his full story you can check out episode 34, episode 163 ish, its in there when we did the Paint All The Minis Online Convention, and this one. Rich has always been…

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Ep 228: Randall (Imperial Minis Youtube Channel) 1:28:47

3M ago1:28:47

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In this episode I speak to Randall from the Imperial Minis Youtube Channel. Randall puts together content from his favourite games including bat reps, list building considerations, and faction overviews, amongst others. Was a great chat, had a lot of fun, thanks Randall! Discord: https://discord.gg/eHYTf4Z7t4…

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Cultural Entrepreneurship 101: Filmmaking, Psychedelics and the Undead? 42:44

3M ago42:44

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Allan Gates and his co-host Kevin Springer of Tidal Venture Partners talk with Saint John filmmaker Greg Hemmings. This wide-ranging discussion covers the filming of the TV series Revival in Saint John, the tension between art and business, how to grow New Brunswick's film industry and psychedelics. Yes, psychedelics.…

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Should businesses relocate from Toronto and Calgary to the East Coast? 47:39

4M ago47:39

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Move your startup to the East Coast from Toronto or Calgary? Are you nuts? Dr. Karen Cross with Mimosa Diagnostics and Simon Cusack with Rafflebox brought their companies home, and they haven't looked back. We talk with them about the pros and cons of realizing your vision in Halifax.By Allan Gates

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Ep 227: Andres (Fellow Hobby Nerd) 1:19:47

4M ago1:19:47

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In this episode I speak to Andres from Chile. We chat about his home country, his experience of playing there, his formative steps in the hobby and what he enjoys the most. Andres was a great guest and it is always great to hear from people with very different experience to our own in countries that we may not ever have visited. Discord Link: https…

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Ep 226: Ben (Fellow Hobby Nerd) 1:37:31

4M ago1:37:31

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In this episode I speak to Ben. Ben talks to us about his personal hobby journey in Australia, along with his experience and feelings of buying into his local gaming store, along with his feelings of a recent tournament he participated in. Come and hang out with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/eHYTf4Z7t4…

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Launching East of Montreal: Is venture capital dead in Atlantic Canada? 43:28

4M ago43:28

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Is Venture Capital dead in Atlantic Canada? In this inaugural episode, Allan welcomes his future co-hosts from Tidal Venture Partners to discuss the challenges early-stage companies face trying to access capital in Atlantic Canada and across Canada. Entrepreneurs and investors Chris Crowell, Alex McCallum, Kevin Springer, and Ian Whytock consider t…

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Ep 225: Seamus Hamrin (Fellow Nerd) 1:10:55

5M ago1:10:55

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In this episode I speak to Mr Seamus Hamrin, a fellow nerd, the creator of the wee cutaways we have during the show, and a good all round modest chap. We spoke last on Ep 89, so you can listen to that and then see what he has been up to since we last spoke. Come and hang out with us in an ad free, relaxed and genune environment: https://discord.gg/…

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