Best Competition Crusade Podcasts (2025)

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Exxon Valdez 39:54

6d ago39:54

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The Exxon Valdez oil spill was a major environmental disaster that occurred in Alaska's Prince William Sound on March 24, 1989. The spill occurred when Exxon Valdez, an oil supertanker owned by Exxon Shipping Company, bound for Long Beach, California, struck Prince William Sound's Bligh Reef, 6 mi (9.7 km) west of Tatitlek, Alaska at 12:04 a.m. The…

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Ira Remsen vs. Constantin Fahlberg: Saccharin, Sugar, and Strife 49:19

6d ago49:19

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Dietary alternatives and dubious morals. This week on Beef, chemistry pioneers Ira Remsen and Constantin Fahlberg turn a lab accident into a supposedly safer sugar substitute. Check out Jesse Hicks' writing on his website! Hosted by ⁠Bridget Todd⁠ Written by Adrián Duston-Muñoz Showrunning, Editing & Sound Design by Pete Musto Produced by James "Sa…

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Is Competitive Play Needed in Indie Wargames? 56:51

8d ago56:51

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Vince and Adam discuss whether indie wargames need to focus on competitive play. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.soci… Tabletop Minions htt…

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How I Survived a Wedding in a Jungle That Tried to Eat Me Alive 59:26

13d ago59:26

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Bonus Episode - Talib Babb (Full Interview) 36:54

13d ago36:54

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In our latest piece of bonus content, writer Max Wolfson chops it up with comedian Talib Babb about NBA conspiracies, the importance of basketball's pioneers, and the never-ending GOAT conversation.Talib Babb is a Brooklyn-based stand-up comedian, actor, producer and writer for ESPN Creative Works, who's also written for The New Yorker and The Late…

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Olestra / Olean 33:56

20d ago33:56

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Olestra (also known by its brand name Olean) is a fat substitute food additive that adds no metabolizable calories to products. It has been used in the preparation of otherwise high-fat foods, thereby lowering or eliminating their fat content. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved olestra for use in the US as a replacement for fats and oi…

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Bill Russell vs. Wilt Chamberlain: Basketball's Bitter Bromance 55:51

20d ago55:51

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Basketball innovators and bosom buddies turned enemies. This week on Beef, early NBA superstars Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain bring the ruckus on and off court, changing rules, breaking records and challenging the culture. Learn more about Len Emore's fascinating career from the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics.Follow Talib Babb's…

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Gen Con Has a Wargaming Problem 55:20

22d ago55:20

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Vince and Adam talk about the lack of wargames (especially indie wargames) at Gen Con and what could be done about it. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammer…

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Pluto 40:24

27d ago40:24

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Pluto (minor-planet designation: 134340 Pluto) is a dwarf planet in the Kuiper belt, a ring of bodies beyond the orbit of Neptune. It is the ninth-largest and tenth-most-massive known object to directly orbit the Sun. It is the largest known trans-Neptunian object by volume by a small margin, but is less massive than Eris. Like other Kuiper belt ob…

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Introducing...How I Got Greenlit 4:04

27d ago4:04

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In our latest piece of bonus content, we want to introduce you to recent guest Alex Keledjian's podcast How I Got Greenlit. Season 4 of show launches on YouTube on Thursday, August 21! Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave first-t…

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Patreon Bonus Episode Teaser - July Bonus - My Immortal Fan Fiction 8:39

1M ago8:39

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This is a teaser episode of our Patreon Bonus Episode. This is the first few minutes of that particular episode to let non-patrons sample that content. You can become a patron here: http://patreon.com/citationpodBy Citation Needed Media

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Defenestration 36:28

1M ago36:28

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Defenestration (from Neo-Latin de fenestrā[1]) is the act of throwing someone or something out of a window.[2] The term was coined around the time of an incident in Prague Castle in the year 1618 which became the spark that started the Thirty Years' War. This was done in "good Bohemian style", referring to the defenestration which had occurred in P…

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Sweden vs. Denmark: Scandinavia's Stubborn Siblings 35:51

1M ago35:51

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Viking ancestors and various forms of preserved fish. This week on Beef, the Nordic nations of Denmark and Sweden share a centuries-long love-hate relationship involving meatballs, soccer, and a swimming moose. Check out our Danish listener Janni's beautiful artwork on her website! Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bridget Todd⁠⁠⁠⁠ Written by Rebecka Green Showrunning…

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Digging Into Trench Crusade 1:17:21

1M ago1:17:21

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Vince and Adam talk about the indie game Trench Crusade - what it is and why it was so successful on Kickstarter. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekl…

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Moving Day 40:54

1M ago40:54

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Moving Day was a tradition in New York City dating back to colonial times and lasting until after World War II. On February 1, sometimes known as "Rent Day", landlords would give notice to their tenants what the new rent would be after the end of the quarter,[1] and the tenants would spend good-weather days in the early spring searching for new hou…

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Bonus Episode - Alex Keledjian (Full Interview) 48:44

1M ago48:44

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In our latest piece of bonus content, writer Max Wolfson chats with writer-director Alex Keledjian about the sanitization of Hollywood, the volatile nature of creatives, and the loyalty a filmmaker must show to their art. Writer, director, producer Alex Keledjian is the creator of HBO & Bravo's hit indie filmmaking reality TV show Project Greenligh…

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Mark Twain 36:28

2M ago36:28

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Samuel Langhorne Clemens (November 30, 1835 – April 21, 1910), known by the pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, and essayist. He was praised as the "greatest humorist the United States has produced",[1] with William Faulkner calling him "the father of American literature".[2] Twain's novels include The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1…

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Werner Herzog vs. Klaus Kinski: German Cinema's Squabbling Soldiers 47:50

2M ago47:50

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Furious Germans and filmmaking fanaticism. This week on Beef, iconic director Werner Herzog and his unhinged leading man Klaus Kinski go toe-to-toe over the course of five films, creating breathtaking art along the way. Listen to Alex Keledjian's insightful and informative movie-making podcast ⁠How I Got Greenlit⁠ and watch his film ⁠High Voltage⁠.…

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Don't Make Game Publishing Your Job 1:00:43

2M ago1:00:43

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Vince and Adam talk about how you shouldn't try to make indie game publishing your "job." Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.soci… Tabletop Mi…

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The Juniper Tree 36:42

2M ago36:42

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"The Juniper Tree" (also "The Almond Tree"; Low German: Von dem Machandelboom) is a German fairy tale published in Low German by the Brothers Grimm in Grimm's Fairy Tales in 1812 (KHM 47).[1] The story contains themes of child abuse, murder, cannibalism and biblical symbolism and is one of the Brothers Grimm's darker and more mature fairy tales.…

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Bonus Episode - Jim Steinmeyer (Full Interview) 57:42

2M ago57:42

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In our latest piece of bonus content, showrunner Pete Musto sits down with celebrated stage illusion designer Jim Steinmeyer to discuss performance magic versus charlatanism, the nature of deceit and the power of Harry Houdini's presence. The London Telegraph called Jim Steinmeyer “Broadway’s greatest stage illusionist,” and he’s served as a magic …

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Optograms and Wife Salves 34:59

2M ago34:59

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Optography is the process of viewing or retrieving an optogram, an image on the retina of the eye. A belief that the eye "recorded" the last image seen before death was widespread in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and was a frequent plot device in fiction of the time, to the extent that police photographed the victims' eyes in several real…

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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 2 46:24

2M ago46:24

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Paranormal forces and petty grudges. This week on Beef, history’s most famous magician Harry Houdini turns grief into fuel for getting even with the dubious 19th and early 20th century Spiritualist movement, in the conclusion to his obsessive crusade. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work ⁠at his website⁠. …

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Why Kickstarter is Awful - and Why You Might Need It 1:01:23

2M ago1:01:23

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Vince and Adam talk about crowdfunding for indie tabletop wargames, the dangers and pitfalls, and the reasons you might still need to use it. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bs…

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Charge of the Light Brigade 34:33

2M ago34:33

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The Charge of the Light Brigade was a military action undertaken by British light cavalry against Russian forces during the Battle of Balaclava in the Crimean War, resulting in many casualties to the cavalry. On 25 October 1854, the Light Brigade, led by Lord Cardigan, mounted a frontal assault against a Russian artillery battery which was well-pre…

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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 1 54:55

2M ago54:55

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Magic and mysticism. Spirits and skeptics. This week on Beef, legendary illusionist and escapologist Harry Houdini pulls back the curtain on the psuedo-scientific, semi-religious Spiritualist movement of the 19th century. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work at his website. And order a copy of Prof. Richar…

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The Barkley Marathons - The Immortal Horizon - Part 2 34:39

3M ago34:39

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The Barkley Marathons is an ultramarathon trail race held each year in Frozen Head State Park in Morgan County, Tennessee, United States. Described as "The Race That Eats Its Young", it is known for its extreme difficulty, purposefully difficult application process, and many strange traditions, having been completed only 26 times by 20 runners sinc…

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How We Make Our Indie Wargames 1:27:47

3M ago1:27:47

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Vince and Adam talk about how they make indie wargames for Snarling Badger Studios - from initial idea to finished product. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warh…

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The Barkley Marathons - The Immortal Horizon 1:02:26

3M ago1:02:26

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https://www.thebeliever.net/the-immortal-horizon/ The Barkley Marathons is an ultramarathon trail race held each year in Frozen Head State Park in Morgan County, Tennessee, United States. Described as "The Race That Eats Its Young", it is known for its extreme difficulty, purposefully difficult application process, and many strange traditions, havi…

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BEEF is back for Season 3! 1:04

3M ago1:04

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Hot on the heels of our 2025 Communicator Awards victory for Excellence in History, Next Chapter Podcasts' hit series BEEF with Bridget Todd returns with a brand new season of pure pettiness, starting Wednesday June 25! Go to https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/beef to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Operation Channel Fireball & Operation Fantasia 41:38

3M ago41:38

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Psychological warfare (PSYWAR), or the basic aspects of modern psychological operations (PsyOp), has been known by many other names or terms, including Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Psy Ops, political warfare, "Hearts and Minds", and propaganda.[1][2] The term is used "to denote any action which is practiced mainly by psychologica…

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Making Reign in Iron 1:04:49

3M ago1:04:49

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Vince and Adam talk about what went into their new game release - Reign in Iron! Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.soci… Tabletop Minions htt…

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Donkey Kong 34:52

3M ago34:52

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Donkey Kong[a] is a video game series and media franchise created by the Japanese game designer Shigeru Miyamoto for Nintendo. It follows the adventures of Donkey Kong, a large, powerful gorilla, and other members of the Kong family of apes. Donkey Kong games include the original arcade game trilogy by Nintendo R&D1; the Donkey Kong Country series …

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Fax Machines - RERELEASE 35:44

3M ago35:44

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We had errors with our podcast service provider and they released another show on our feed. We are still fielding questions regarding people not having access to last weeks show so we are rereleasing it. If you missed last week's show becuase the podcast on that feed was wrong, here it is again. If you heard our podcast last week - this is nothing …

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Fax Machines 34:01

3M ago34:01

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Fax (short for facsimile), sometimes called telecopying or telefax (short for telefacsimile), is the telephonic transmission of scanned printed material (both text and images), normally to a telephone number connected to a printer or other output device. The original document is scanned with a fax machine (or a telecopier), which processes the cont…

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A Chat With Buer Games About 1490 Doom 1:08:13

4M ago1:08:13

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Vince and Adam talk with Cody and Eric from Buer Games about their new skirmish game 1490 Doom. Check out the Gamefound at: https://gamefound.com/en/projects/buer-games/1490-doom Find out more about Buer Games at: https://www.buergames.com/ Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarl…

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Ruby Ridge 40:50

4M ago40:50

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The Ruby Ridge standoff was the siege of a cabin occupied by the Weaver family in Boundary County, Idaho, in August 1992. On August 21, deputies of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) came to arrest Randy Weaver under a bench warrant for his failure to appear on federal firearms charges after he was given the wrong court date.[1] The charges …

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The Moon 38:19

4M ago38:19

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The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite. It orbits Earth at an average distance of 384399 km (238,854 mi; about 30 times Earth's diameter). The Moon's orbital period (lunar month) and rotation period (lunar day) are synchronized by Earth's gravitational pull at 29.5 Earth days, making the same side of the Moon always face Earth. The Moon's pull …

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How Much Lore Does a Wargame Need? 1:02:15

4M ago1:02:15

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Vince and Adam talk about lore for wargames - how much is actually needed? Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.soci… Tabletop Minions https://b…

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Security incidents involving Barack Obama 30:22

4M ago30:22

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Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States, was involved in multiple security incidents, including several assassination threats and plots, starting from when he became a presidential candidate in 2007. Secret Service protection for Obama began after he received a death threat in 2007, while serving as the junior United States senator fr…

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The Chameleon - Frédéric Pierre Bourdin 40:04

4M ago40:04

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Frédéric Pierre Bourdin[1] (born 13 June 1974)[2] is a French serial impostor the press has nicknamed "The Chameleon".[3] He began his impersonations as a child and claims to have assumed at least 500 false identities; [4] three being teenage missing people.[3][5]By Citation Needed Media

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Can an Indie Game Build an Audience? 1:00:11

4M ago1:00:11

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Vince and Adam talk about how to build an audience for an indie game - whether you're a designer or just a fan. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.…

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Elmer McCurdy - The Worlds Worst Outlaw 34:57

5M ago34:57

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Elmer J. McCurdy (January 1, 1880 – October 7, 1911) was an American outlaw who was killed in a shoot-out with police after robbing a train in Oklahoma in October 1911. Dubbed "The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up", his mummified body was first put on display at an Oklahoma funeral home and then became a fixture on the traveling carnival and sideshow ci…

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Bonnie and Clyde 37:40

5M ago37:40

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Bonnie Elizabeth Parker (October 1, 1910 – May 23, 1934) and Clyde Chestnut "Champion" Barrow (March 24, 1909 – May 23, 1934) were American outlaws who traveled the Central United States with their gang during the Great Depression, committing a series of criminal acts such as bank robberies, kidnappings, and murders between 1932 and 1934. The coupl…

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Can Anything Bring Down Games Workshop? 1:01:12

5M ago1:01:12

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Vince and Adam talk about whether there's anything that can bring down the juggernaut that is Games Workshop - and could it be indie games? Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.soci… Vince Venturella https://bsky.…

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Cuban Missile Crisis 37:52

5M ago37:52

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The Cuban Missile Crisis, also known as the October Crisis (Spanish: Crisis de Octubre) in Cuba, or the Caribbean Crisis (Russian: Карибский кризис, romanized: Karibskiy krizis), was a 13-day confrontation between the governments of the United States and the Soviet Union, when American deployments of nuclear missiles in Italy and Turkey were matche…

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The OSS (Office of Strategic Services) 38:30

5M ago38:30

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The Office of Strategic Services (OSS) was an intelligence agency of the United States during World War II. The OSS was formed as an agency of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)[3] to coordinate espionage activities behind enemy lines for all branches of the United States Armed Forces. Other OSS functions included the use of propaganda, subversion, an…

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Don't Start With Your Magnum Opus 56:14

6M ago56:14

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Vince and Adam talk about why you shouldn't start your game designing career with your big, beautiful idea - hold on to your Magnum Opus. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.a…

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What Is Your Why? 1:01:06

6M ago1:01:06

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Vince and Adam talk about the reasons why you might be interested in making indie wargames - and it's not because of the money. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile…

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What Does "Indie" Really Mean? 1:02:25

6M ago1:02:25

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Vince and Adam talk about what makes an indie wargame actually "indie" and what the benefits and challenges are to being that way. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/prof…

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