Wed, 18 November 2009 It comes time for Episode 20! First of all, at the end of the podcast, there's an annoucnement of a contest! So, please listen through the entire podcast for all the details! Basically this podcast is more of the nosiemaker fare: We read emails, talk about Ryan's stuff, and then talk about Bert's stuff. It's a good episode of Noisemaker. Comments[0] |
Mon, 12 October 2009  Noisemaker 19? Yes, 19. Here's those non-existent shownotes... First, Bert and Ryan talk a lot about an email. By the way, if you want to email the show, please do! Here's the emails... Anyway, in the email Bert and Ryan discuss things like fluff and stuff (Ryan's phrase... he's good at making rhymes...) We talk about how Warmachine 2 rules are free on the internet and what that would mean for enterprising wargamers such as Ryan and I. Then, we talked about whether or not magic is a good game mechanic or whether magic is just for lazy game designers who want to artifically balance the forces... We also talk about Donald Featherstone's books about wargaming and how you can get them at your local library. It's a rather meandering discussion, but you should enjoy it... You have enjoyed listening to us so far! No, I know that just writing it doesn't make it so... We'll try to flow better next time... Other websites: Two history podcasts you may enjoy... http://thehistoryofrome.typepad.com/the_history_of_rome/2008/11/index.html http://www.learnoutloud.com/Podcast-Directory/History/European-History/Napoleon-101-Podcast/18827 A site for painting that Ryan's really interested in... www.thepaintingcorps.blogspot.com Oh, yeah, and here's the site for privateer press... And here's the site where you can buy Donald's books... Ryan added some photos to this website... Go check it out!
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Fri, 18 September 2009  Noismaker Episode 17, finally!!! Segment one... We deal with your emails.. Dave has questions and answers, Stu has thoughts about Bert's spamming, er, contacting the D6G. Segment two... Pulling the trigger on a big box, shiny game... or putting on sheep's clothing? Segment three... Save the Sprues... Segment four... Miniature review -- Atlantic re-issues of old Nexus models -- www.michtoy.com www.ustoy.com Segment five... Gamers in Colorodo -- sorry this is about two weeks late... -- Tacticon 2009. Segment six... Ryan's adventure at Comicon...
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Fri, 10 July 2009  In this episode of Noisemaker Bert and Ryan tackle the following gamer related topics: 1. First we tackle some emails and some reaction from Bert's fiction writing. 2. Second, we talk about cheap gaming and painting. Ryan utters the words, "The glory of Hobby Lobby." 3. Bert talks about a game that he played with Doug recently. He gushes all over the rules set (it's messy). It's Shako 2, and Bert enters the fray of discussion surrounding these rules. 4. Bert and Ryan discuss sneaky tactics for getting loved ones and friends into different aspects of the gaming hobby. 5. Bert and Ryan discuss basing techniques. See the following website for help: http://www.wargameaccessories.com/ 6. Bert has a special guest interview, a first in wargaming hobby podcasting! (OK, it's not THAT spectacular, but it's pretty cool...) 7. Naomi Mueller provides some music for the podcast. 8. You also get 40 minutes of a review of Shako 2! Look here in order to purchase them: http://www.brigadegames.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=WR-SHAKOII&Category_Code=WR&Product_Count=80 All that and more: Just enjoy! Comments[2] |
Mon, 22 June 2009  In Noisemaker Episode 15 Ryan and Bert examine the rules for Chain Reaction 3.0 Swordplay by Ed Tiexeira. The audio is a little bit messed up between Ryan and Bert, but the bulk of the segment is either Ryan or Bert talking (mostly Ryan) so things are not as bad as you might think. The rules for Chain Reaction 3.0 are available for free at: http://www.wargamevault.com/product_info.php?products_id=61549&src=FrontPage Then, in Segment 2, Bert has a conversation with friend and gamer Dan Wing. The conversation is mostly about a couple of games that Bert played with Dan while Bert was on vacation back in May. Yes, May. Sorry about the delay. The rules we used were the Napoleonics Rules found in "Wargaming, an Introduction" which we previously reviewed on Noisemaker. See episode 5. The conversation is a lot of fun, a good listen if I do say so myself. Finally, in Segment 3, Bert displays his "talent" in writing fiction with the first chapter of a novel that he's been working on. If you think that I'm an OK writer, and you'd like me to finish the book, please let me know. I think it's an interesting story that I've developed, but I don't know. You're guinea pigs, you know? And you are the most diverse group of people that I've had the pleasure of talking to... So, enjoy, if you dare! Comments[3] |
Tue, 2 June 2009  I'm sorry... I'm vacationing where the wifi is uploading things at 12 mbps! It was going to take some 4 hours to upload 90 mb's at that speed. I didn't realize that libsyn would post a "ghost" episode 14 if I stopped the upload... So, here's episode 14 for real. Hopefully... Comments[4] |
Sat, 30 May 2009 In segment one of Episode 14, Bert talks about how he's playing wounded, and he handles some correspondence. Then in segment 2, Bert talks with Rich and his son Chris about a boardgame they played called Soldier Emperor. Segment 3 is a longer conversation with Ryan. We talk about how to fix some perceived problems with Toymallet 40 cent. We also ask about what you are doing in the hobby, so we can have an idea of a direction in which we should go. It is an hour and forty minutes of noisemaker goodness! Thanks for listening! |
Thu, 21 May 2009 Well, it's episode 13 of the Noisemaker podcast... And I really don't remember exactly what we talked about. I know it was something about Toymallet 40 cent, and I know that Ryan and I talked about painting a bit. Also, I'm sure we talked about something called Geeky Gaming Guilt. But it's episode 13, so you can't really expect it to be awesome. I think there was a little bit of machine gun fire, and maybe an explosion or two, as I do a battlefield report of a solo Toymallet game I did... Also, I talked about another wonderful book from Osprey Publishing called British Napoleonic Infantry Tactics, 1792 -- 1815. Hmm... I wonder if I bought that one after reading the French one? Hey, it's episode 13. Anything goes. You should just glad you've got an episode 13, and so soon! Only a week! Wow! Episode 14 is also in the hopper... But you're going to have to wait a week for that one too... So... Enjoy! Comments[0] |
Wed, 13 May 2009  Noisemaker Episode 12 Finally, we are back with another Noisemaker. I'm terribly sorry about the wait, but there were a number of mitigating circumstances, which Ryan and Bert chat about just a bit. But still, the podcast is back and we will try to release an hour's worth of stuff every week. That's the plan, starting today, May 13th 2009. So, in our first segment, Ryan and Bert chat about what they've been doing recently. Ryan is writing a set of campeign rules for his friends in Colorodo, and Bert is just being Bert and painting up Napoleonic figures like a madman. Ryan has been doing some painting as well, as witnessed by the picture for this podcast. They talk about how to paint figures in their own unique styles. (For Bert, read "quick" for "unique.") In segment two, Bert chats with Brian concerning the game they played recently. It was a good day spent playing a good game at Brian's house in rural Nebraska. In segment three, Bert spends eight minutes talking about a wonderful book he just finished, "French Napoleonic Infantry Tactics, 1792 to 1815" from Osprey publishing. It's a good book. Enjoy! Comments[1] |
Thu, 19 February 2009  Noisemaker episode 11! Finally! Yes, we have a good episode for you, and it's about an hour and 20 minutes long! Ryan comes back on the show via the modern miracle of Skype, and we talk about the games that we played on Ryan's birthday weekend... 1. Twilight Imperium http://new.fantasyflightgames.com/edge_minisite.asp?eidm=21&enmi=Twilight%20Imperium%203rd%20Edition 2. Runebound http://new.fantasyflightgames.com/edge_minisite.asp?eidm=23&enmi=Runebound 3. WWII Skirmish Game http://www.amazon.com/Wargaming-Introduction-Neil-Thomas/dp/0750938161 4. Bert's adaptation of some concepts of Stargrunt for AWI. 5. Bert's triumphant victory playing Doug in Volley and Bayonet. http://homepages.paradise.net.nz/mcnelly/vnb.htm 6. Ryan's miniature project. 7. Thank you to all those who support the show, and my miniature and wargaming hobby! |
Sat, 24 January 2009  Noisemaker Episode 10! Yeah! We're Back! This time we have a six part episode... Part 1 -- Your Correspondence, my comments... Part 2 -- Roving Report of TMP site... and BGG site... Part 3 -- Mr. Lincoln's War by Stephen F. Phenow and Terry L. Gore. Part 4 -- WWII Skirmish Wargame from Niel Thomas' book. Part 5 -- First impression of Stargrunt 2 Part 6 -- On War and Leadership, by Owen Connelly, closing... Jon's neat blog : http://1809project.blogspot.com/ Little Lead Heros : http://www.littleleadheroes.com/ Piquet Yahoo Group : http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/Piquet/ Mr. Lincoln's War : http://www.angelfire.com/me/mrlincwar/index.html Stargrunt 2 : http://www.miniaturewargaming.com/index.php/mwg/comments/stargrunt_ii_free_rules/ Patrick's Site : http://pshobbyshed.blogspot.com/2009/01/podcast-roundup.html Thanks for listening! All comments can go to bertonia_forever@hotmail.com!
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Mon, 22 December 2008  So, what are we going to do on this episode of Noisemaker? First we’re going to do a little bit of correspondence… And then we’re going to talk a little more about Iron Brigade… And then we’re going to talk a little bit about an interesting space combat campaign simulation that I’ve stumbled upon… After that we talk a little bit about a book I’ve read recently called “War Made New” by Max Boot. And then, last but certainly not least, we talk a little bit about Under the Lily Banners... It’s a jam-packed, lightning quick episode, at least that’s the way it’s shaping up. The insanely hectic Christmas season is making it so... But, what are you going to do? Merry Christmas! Show Links... VBAM games: http://www.vbamgames.com/ Guido's Awesome Site: www.dogui.wordpress.com/2008/10/12/building-a-commands-colors-table/ War Made New on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/War-Made-New-Technology-Warfare/dp/1592402224 Comments[2] |
Mon, 15 December 2008 Noisemaker Episode 8 starts out with an extra short correspondence segment. Then we dive into a review of Volley and Bayonet : Road to Glory. After that we talk for a short time about Under the Lily Banners, the game from GMT. After that, we talk about Iron Brigade, an American Civil War miniature ruleset. Then we talk about how to make cheap man made wargaming terrain for your battlefield. After that we have a shootout, or a one sided volley, concerning plastic wargaming miniatures. All wrapped up in a 50 minute podcast. Just wait for the next one! Contact: bertonia_forever@hotmail.com Warning Order: http://www.wfhgs.com/wrngorder.html Volley and Bayonet: http://homepages.paradise.net.nz/mcnelly/vnb.htm Iron Brigade: http://www.willegal.net/iron_brigade/iron-brigade.htm Under the Lily Banners: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/game/17651 Thanks for listening! Comments[3] |
Sat, 6 December 2008 This is the shortest episode of Noisemaker yet. But still, we cover some good ground. We examine some news, we take a look at what will come next in the podcast, and we also make mention of some rules and games that we will review fairly soon. Then, we have a special historical treat, along with a review of the old classic game "Wooden Ships, Iron Men" from Avalon Hill, way back in the '70's. It's only 38 minutes, but we'll make sure to make up for that on future casts! Comments[2] |
Mon, 1 December 2008  First Segment : USS Constitution vs. HMS Java historical overview... Second Segment : Interview with Ryan, Bert's long time friend, concerning wargaming vs. eurogaming. Third Segment : Bert talking about his new ship game, Sail and Shot. Reader Note: I'm actually thinking about trying to put this game into a book that I'm writing about wargames. Please do not "publish" thse rules. Use them if you want to try a neat, quick ship combat game. Comments[0] |
Fri, 21 November 2008 Noisemaker episode 5 writeup… Part 1 -- what Bert’s been doing lately… Fighting a battle via Age of Eagles, frocking his 25mm plastic bases, thinking about what tactical and strategic games teach the wargamer, reading stuff and enjoying the hobby... Part 2 -- A review of The Age of Eagles… Part 3 -- A review of “Wargaming: An Introduction” by Neil Thomas… Part 4 -- A review of “Warning Order”, a free online magazine by the Wasatch Front Historical Gaming Society. Neil Thomas' book... Warning Order Website...
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Fri, 14 November 2008 In episode 4, Bert talks about what he's doing right now with his wargaming hobby. He remarks about what future podcasts could look like, and then he rounds out this 40 or so minute podcast with a look at your options for purchasing or making your own natural wargaming terrain. What fun! Comments[3] |
Fri, 7 November 2008  Bert talks about the future of the podcast, while playing a solo game of Squad Leader... Then the balance of the show is Bert talking about his reasons for loving or disliking various games and gaming concepts. The last section was recorded on the road, so sorry about the "ums" and the pauses... Enjoy! Comments[3] |
Mon, 29 September 2008 Noisemaker Episode 2 is ready! Segment 1 -- Bert handles the emails and reaction that he received... Segment 2 -- Bert talks about Mark S. Miklos' wonderful board wargame "Saratoga". Segment 3 -- Bert explains what it means to be a "paint to play" miniature wargamer. For the "paint to play" segment, some pictures... http://www.paint2play.blogspot.com/ Segment 4 -- Bert talks about the personalities involved in the Saratoga campeign and also gives a history lesson on the battle itself... Segment 5 -- Bert talks about his miniature wargame using his 25mm or 1:72 scale plastic figures. Pictures for the 25mm napoleonics rules segment... http://www.25mmnapoleonics.blogspot.com/ Segment 6 -- Bert closes out the episode with some final remarks... For all those times I've said, "Link in the show notes..." The responses on "The Miniatures Page" http://theminiaturespage.com/news/573092/ For the board wargame "Saratoga" http://www.gmtgames.com/c-3-battles-of-the-american-revolution.aspx Dunnigan's Book On Line... http://www.hyw.com/Books/WargamesHandbook/Contents.htm The Solo Wargaming Yahoo Group... http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoloWarGame/ Paper Miniatures... For a cool site "Plastic Soldier Review" http://www.plasticsoldierreview.com/ If you want to get in touch with Bert, leave a comment on the comment feed or send me an email at bertonia_forever@hotmail.com. Thanks! Comments[2] |
Mon, 18 August 2008 Noisemaker Episode 1 starts out with Bert's gaming creds. Then, we take a walk on the Dunnigan side as Bert reviews James F. Dunnigan's book A Complete Wargaming Handbook. After this, Bert gives his reasons for playing "manual" wargames vs. "computer" wargames. Finally, Bert closes out the episode with a detailed analysis of the battle of Salamis. He tells you how to build your own fleet of 1/600 scale Triremes out of popsicle sticks and toothpicks. (It's shockingly simple...). The whole episode lasts only an hour, and Bert gets a lot done. He even foreshadowes next month's battle... You can view the rules for my Trireme battle at: triremebattle.blogspot.com As always, you can leave comments at: bertbatcon.blogspot.com Or you can email Bert at Bertonia_Forever@hotmail.com Comments[17] |
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