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In this episode we talk about all the awesome reveals from Warhammer-Fest! Find out which reveals were out favorite and just how many people JF is willing to fight for a Beast Snagga box set!
In this episode we catch up on all the latest from GW and speculate about what Warhammer Fest may bring!
Brad and Ian release the kraken and discuss the 1981 classic fantasy film Clash of the Titans. Does the 40-year-old film hold up to today’s standards? Are Ray Harryhausen’s special effects still a wonder to behold? Does Harry Hamlin think he&#
In this episode we get to hear about Amy and JF’s Adepticon Painting challenge. We then lose Amy in the warp and take a look at the latest GW preview and find out just how many Squigs Riding Orks JF needs.
Back to the comic racks we go! Andy and Ian discuss current (and old) reads such as Uncanny X-Men, Captain America, Star Wars Bounty Hunters, Black Panther, Firepower, Once and Future, Die, Die, Die, Post Americana and Two Moons. They also talk about Marv
In this episode we are joined by Adepticon’s very own Greg Sparks! We talk about the Con that never was (Adepticon 2020) and discuss how the community helped Adepticon stay alive. We also talk about how to submit events for Adepticon and what we can
Dystopian Wars 3.0 has arrived, and Exploding Dice Radio is here to talk about it! Andy and Josh dig into what’s in the Hunt for the Prometheus 2-player starter set, and then discuss the new releases coming at the end of March 2021. Then, they briefly dis
Andy and Ian dive back into the comics bin to pull out some treasure…and some stuff that’s not as valuable. The boys discuss current reads such as Firepower, Wasteland, A Man Among Ye, Post Americana, Deadpool and more. They also try to sift t
Brad and Ian dust off their cassette players to walk you through their favorite albums from 1981. How much new wave does Brad have on his list and is it somehow more than the heavy metal on Ian’s list? Tune in to find out!
In this episode we take a look at the new Death guard codex. We discuss a fun challenge that Amy and JF (and possibly Matt) will be doing in place of Adepticon and take a look at all the latest previews from GW.
Dust off your fedora, coil your whip and get ready for adventure as Brad and Ian take a deep dive into the 1981 action film Raiders of the Lost Ark. Does this classic hold up? What might have been if Tom Selleck took the role and not Harrison Ford? The bo
Adam faces off with his Drukhari against Mike using the new Death Guard in a Beyond the Veil Strike Force mission, “The Stilled”. Masters of the Forge Geek Nation Tours Be sure to let us know what missions you’d like us to try next! Email: mastersof
For Episode 16 of the EDR Podcast, Andy and Josh dig into all of the juicy Dystopian Wars 3.0 announcements Warcradle has recently made. Later, they discuss how the Firestorm Armada Beta rules are progressing. Links discussed in the show: http://www.manba
Happy new year from the comics cave! Andy and Ian talk about current reads such as Marneus Calgar (of Warhammer fame), break down the doors of Arkham Asylum with the Bat and talk a little Alpha Flight with a focus on Puck.
In this installment of monthly comic book chatter Andy and Ian discuss X-Force, Hellions, Star Wars Vader and Bounty Hunters, We Only Find Them When They’re Dead and Immortal Hulk. They also review Saga of the Swamp Thing by Alan Moore and look into
The past year was not a good one, but the boys try and find some silver linings by taking you through their top media and hobby highlights of 2020
It’s the biggest EGO yet and one befitting the great GI Joe toy line! Brad and Ian are Gung Ho over the Joes and that’s no Snow Job. They also talk about the Mandalorian for 20 minutes, so flex your swivel arm battle grip and hang on!
Aaron brings his new 9th edition Deathwatch into battle against Adam’s Orks in a Matched play Strike Force game. Masters of the Forge Geek Nation Tours Be sure to let us know what missions you’d like us to try next! Email: mastersoftheforge@gmail.co
In this episode we take a look at the Decadence and Decay preview and speculate over what the Advent Rumor Engine is showing us. We then discuss our first impressions of the Battle Forge army list building tool in the 40K app.
The nerds return! They’re a little late to the party, but all the boys are now on board with Star Wars Legion. Here what they love about this Fantasy Flight Games minis skirmish game.
Brad and Ian press the two player start button and explore the first few years of the NES game library.
In this episode we take a look at the latest releases for 40K. We discuss Tactical Deployment, Beyond the Veil, and take a look at some other GW releases we are looking forward to!
In our 5th Annual Halloween episode we learn the hard way that costumes and podcasts don’t mix, Tim forgets who’s responsible for our sweet, sweet podcasting money, and Dave’s pandemic solitude leads him back to Azeroth and an old gaming addiction. Then,
In this episode we take a look at the first two ninth Edition Codexes, Space Marines and Necrons! We also review the first two 9th edition supplements, The Pariah Nexus Crusade Guide and the Tactical Deployment mission packet. How do the first 9th edition
Happy Halloween! Brad and Ian celebrate the spooky month with the mother of all haunted house tales! The boys break down this iconic horror film adapted from a Stephen King novel and also look at Room 237, a documentary about theories surrounding the movi
For Episode 15 of the EDR Podcast, Andy is joined once again by Josh! They discuss the newly launched Firestorm Armada 3.0 Beta, including Josh’s experiences with playtesting the new rules with his gaming group. Links discussed in the show: http://www.man
In this episode we talk about all the latest news in 40K since the Codex Show preview. We take a look at the exciting upcoming rules changes, new models, and speculate what the weapon changes might mean for other non-Imperial armies.
The spooky time of the year approaches! Brad and Ian talk about their favorite unexplained subjects that enthralled them as kids such as ghosts, bigfoot, UFOs, the Loch Ness Monster and more! Turn off the lights and travel back in time and recall TV shows
In this episode we discuss the news since 9th Edition has released and what we are looking forward to in 9th. We also take a look at some of the releases for Specialist Games and speculate on the future.
On this installment we speak with the legendary Tim Kask, who was famously the first full time employee at TSR in the fledgling days of Dungeons and Dragons. Tim speaks candidly on his time at TSR, which rules change he talked Gary Gygax into and the blun
Mondo and his lieutenants have marched through the depths of the Vault, awakening and taking over the Sautekh Dynasty’s warriors the whole way. As they drew close to the heart of the Vault, resistance intensified, but they were able to push through with a
Brad and Ian dust off the dice and shine up the pop o matic bubble to talk about their favorite board games from the 1980s. From the family staples such as Monopoly and Yahtzee to geek favorites such as Axis and Allies and Avalon Hill historicals, the guy
Andy and Ian open up the latest issue to talk about their current reading list, pay tribute to Denny O’Neill, nail down Black Hammer and go through the looking glass to discuss the Mad Hatter. Enjoy!
Welcome to the first episode in a new series called Filament Fandom, the place where Gamer and Comic fandoms collide with 3d printing. Covering the latest in tabletop games accessories, and all those wonderful statues and collectibles that bring comics of
For Episode 14 of the EDR Podcast, Andy is joined once again by Josh! They discuss some newly announced information about Dystopian Wars 3.0, and then move on to discussing some of the concept art, background, and rules that have been revealed for Firesto
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 44. In this shoot from the hip episode we find ourselves still isolated and once again have to Skype in the Crew, Patrick misplaces his moose hat when he sits in for a sick Tim, and Lathan buys some new toys to go wit
In this episode we are ready for 9th! We take a quick look at the rest of the previews and the rulebook and talk about what we are looking forward to in the new edition!
Thanks to their Tomb Sentinels, The Machine Empire has delved deep into the Storm Lord’s vault on Baed-shetah. Although their hearts are iron, Mondo and Machinia feel they will find at least some small vengeance in the depths of the vault, if not clues to
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 43. In this tech issue filled episode we still manage to maintain our social distance as we Skype in the Crew, Lathan prints up the perfect mascot for 2020 so far, and we dedicate this recording to a very special litt
In this episode we take a look at the contents of the Indomitus box set as well as talk about all the exciting rules previews we’ve been seeing for 9th edition.
Andy and Ian once again regale you with tales of comic books! The discuss what books are getting them through the pandemic, dissect the Judas Contract story from New Teen Titans, learn about the Century and more. Enjoy!
May of 2020 marked the 40th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back. Brad and Ian delve into this epic film. They discuss iconic scenes and characters as well as the small details that make it such an enduring masterpiece of filmmaking. May
Jeff Leason enters the Hall to talk about the early days of TSR and Dungeons and Dragons, working on The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan with Harold Johnson, the Role-Aids supplements at Mayfair Games and more!
The biggest of GWs previews finally arrived and with it comes the announcement of 9th edition! Listen in to get our reaction to the announcement and what we hope is in store for 9th.
The Machine Empire has been investigating the location of Trazyn and whatever of the Storm Lord’s libraries exist throughout the galaxy. Mondo has been marginally successful at unearthing waystones which have led him to a small T’au outpost on a largely n
In this episode we take a look at more of GW’s online previews. From Giants to mysterious Sisters of Battle and their Harlequin companions, and more Space Marines we break them down and give you our thoughts!
The boys are back in town and the topic this time is music released in 1980. Brad and Ian delve into their top albums of the year as well as other music that came out in 1980. It’s Eighties Geek Out time once again!
Back on the racks, Andy and Ian discuss Uncanny X-Force, Groo the Wanderer, Atomic Robo, Top 10, Rat Queens, Fallen Angels, October Faction and more! It’s all the comic book talk your adamantium bones can take!
Special guests abound! Head geek Teras Cassidy and Nerdherders buddy Dan Roberts join the boys to talk about what they’re doing during the pandemic.
In the debut of this brand new interview show, host Ian Clark chats with Ernie Gygax, Jr. about GaryCon, the Dungeons & Dragons cartoon, Geek Nations Tours’ Classic RPG Retreat, Ernie’s Marmoreal Tomb and other projects.
In this episode of Fireside Chats, guest host Adam from the Masters of the Forge and Altar of War podcasts sits down with Lee van Schaik from Crucible Crush, and Bob Murch from Pulp Figures in our ongoing Adepticon Vendor interviews. Here are links to the
In this episode we take a look at the first two online previews by GW and share our thoughts! What did we like? What weren’t we excited about? What did we do to keep our quarantined selves from going crazy? Time in to find out!
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 42. In this episode we try to make the best of a bad situation when Adepticon gets cancelled, Skype in a bunch of friends for the podcast so we don’t feel so bad about drinking alone, and Patrick proves he’s more than
Stuck at home during Covid 19? Never fear, the comic buddies are here! This time out Andy and Ian talk about Star Wars, Stealth, Conan Serpent War and more in the pull list, review Locke and Key and also learn about Fantomex.
This time out in Eighties Geek Out land the fellas dive into the 1987 James Bond film The Living Daylights. Will Ian forgive Brad for this one and find some silver linings? Tune in to find out!
In this episode we talk about the cancellation of our favorite event Adepticon. We take a look at how the community has responded and take a look at how we can help the vendors who missed out on their biggest event of the year. We also catch up on the lat
In the first of a series of interviews with vendors who have been affected by the unfortunate cancellation of this year’s Adepticon due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Craig & Russ of the D6 Generation (TheD6Generation.com) talk with Carlos Llauger
Back to the woods! The Nerdherders spend a long weekend in a cozy cabin playing games and making crude jokes! The boys detail the games they played at the winter retreat, including new games Rangers of Shadowdeep and Era among other favorites like Shogun,
Adam’s Drukhari Wych Cult bound to the service of the Kabal of the Dying Sun along with a contingent of hired blades have infiltrated a Connor’s Death Guard facility. Here, the Death Guard have hooked up a plague engine which is pumping vile contagion int
The Nerdherders break into 2020 with a slew of hobby resolutions! What do they want to do more of? What are they tired of? Listen and find out!
In this episode we are once again joined by James from Siege Studios. We discuss what he thought of his first Adepticon last year and what he’s looking forward to this year. We find out what going on at Siege Studios and dig a bit deeper into the wo
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 41. In this episode NASA Luke stops by for a visit and sits in for a sick Lathan, Tim makes a mess when we find he has a bit of drinking problem, and Katie promotes our upcoming Adepticon recording as well as our teen
In this episode we (re)introduce our new 3rd chair Amy Frost! She tells us a little about how she got into the 40K hobby, Adepticon, and we talk about the story developments in The Greater Good.
This time out in comic book land Andy and Ian dive into Conan the Serpent War, Batman, Doctor Strange, The Old Guard and more! They also discuss Bloodshot and Black Mask and even talk some BBC television! Open up the latest issue and enjoy!
Brad and Ian travel back in time to peruse the comic book racks of the 1980s. What books were the EGO dudes reading in the 80s? What stories and characters were their favorites and can these guys ever avoid talking about action figures?
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 40. In this milestone 40th episode Katie gets Schweddy when she channels NPR, Tim doesn’t have any hobby updates but Lathan more than makes up for it, and Amazon thinks Dave has some very specific tastes in novels. Th
In this episode we are finally joined by the one and only Ashley! We find out what exotic locals she’s been visiting and find out what the future holds for the show.
Brad and Ian sit down in front of the tube to catch the must-see action shows from the 80s such as Knight Rider, Quantum Leap, MacGyver, the A-Team, Dukes of Hazzard and…Manimal?
In this episode, Darwin brings out his Black Templars against Adam’s Emperor’s Children in the Narrative Play scenario, The Stand at Saint’s Wall. This mission and the rules being used for these two subfactions can all be found in Games Workshop’s Faith a
More Nerdherders action coming your way! The boys discuss their favorite things from pop culture and hobbies for the year that was. Favorite movies, TV shows, books, games and more!
The boys return to discuss the 8th edition of Warhammer 40k two years on. What they love, like and loathe about the Games Workshop game.
We are joined once again by Amy Frost as we take a look at the latest news in the world of 40K. We talk Adeptus Sororitas and Chapter Approved as well as talk about what we are hoping to see for 40K in 2020!
Andy and Ian are back on the racks to talk comic books. They discuss Conan the Barbarian, Hit Monkey, Dungeons and Dragons, Wonder Woman rogue Cheetah and X-ray specs among other things.
Andy and Matt are back for EDR episode 13! A lot of new Dystopian Wars models have been previewed by Warcradle since the last episode, so Andy and Matt start off with discussing what has been shown so far and their reactions to the revamped miniatures. La
Brad and Ian take you into the…present? Blade Runner is set in 2019 and some things were certainly prophetic. How does this 1982 Ridley Scott and Harrison Ford film hold up in modern times? The guys break down the movie and offer commentary on its l
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 39. In this estrogen filled Thanksgiving episode Tim embraces his feminine side, Jean breaks out her Bedazzler while trying to avoid Rihanna’s lawyers, and Dave turns to the big and small screen when Katie steals all
What? You thought the Nerdherders had cast their last pod? Nonsense! The boys are back to fill you in on what’s been going on in their geekery.
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 38. In our 4th Annual Halloween episode Tim tries to be spooky but fails with some very lackluster intros, Lathan’s update is so long it needs a top ten list and a speed round, and Jean takes a nostalgic trip to Thra
In this episode of Fireside Chats, I’m joined by JF Dubeau (of 40K Radio fame) and Amy Frost (winner of the 2018 America’s Next Top Podcaster) as they continue their press tour for their upcoming project, Achewillow. Achewillow is part audiobo
In this episode we are joined by Amy Frost to hear about an upcoming project she is working on with JF. We talk about what we’ve seen from Psychic Awakening and speculate about what possible new races could be coming to 40K!
It’s a spooktacular! The dynamic duo dives into American Vampire and everyone’s favorite swamp zombie, Solomon Grundy! There is also talk of current reads such as Doctor Aphra, Black Science and more. Plus, the riveting tale of Ian’s bir
Brad and Ian take their first plunge into a movie discussion with this masterpiece from 1982 directed by John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell.
In this episode Matt and JF come to you sans Ashley who is on sabbatical! But don’t worry, it’s not from 40K Radio. We chat about the latest news in the world of 40K and offer more rampant speculation.
Brad and Ian are back and this time they’re calling the Police about a Public Enemy and hoping that U2 enjoy talking about 80s music, the rise of MTV and one-hit wonders.
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 37. In this episode we welcome the Wappels back to the show, Katie tells Dave to go outside when she insults his “Stink Room”, and Tim gets in trouble with Katie and Cathy when he can’t tell his Kathryns a
In this episode we take a look at Aeronautica Imperialis, talk about what we think we are going to see in the Psychic Awakening, and speculate what’s next for 40k!
Andy and Ian are back on the shelves to discuss all things comic books! The guys break down the Sony/Marvel tiff over Spider-Man, gab about current books like The Killer Inside Me and break Down A Death In the Family from Batman’s mythos. They also
In this special episode, Adam is joined by both Mike and Jason for three awesome games of Kill Team. This time, they are using the rules from the June 2019 White Dwarf that uses the Blackstone Fortress tiles as a unique setting for your games. Jason is pl
Are you ready to rock down to the intersection of Electric Avenue and Memory Lane? Brad Anderson and Ian Clark kick off a new 80s-themed podcast with their memories and stories about the epic Star Wars toy collection from Kenner.
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 36. In this episode Tim reaches out to a potentially crappy new sponsor, Dave rambles on way to long about a “sucky” book he read, and Mario proves he’s the king of the convention circuit when he tours the
In this episode we take a quick look at Apcoalypse, talk about Chaos Knights, and do some rampant speculation about what’s on the way for 40k!
It’s summertime comic book reading fun time! Andy and Ian discuss Savage Avengers, Target Vader, Amalgams, Spider-Man Stories and more. They break down Garth Ennis’ The Boys and introduce you to Zatanna. They also talk about DC Comics news and
We’re finally back with a new episode of Masters of the Forge: Altar of War. This episode features Adam’s Emperor’s Children versus Mark’s Inquisitorial warband in a narrative Zone Mortalis scenario using Adam’s custom 8th Edition Zone Mortalis rules. You
Welcome to Geek Fights, a show where the minutia that geeks love to discuss becomes center stage in a March Madness style bracketed showdown to determine the ultimate winner. In this new episode, the topic is the Best of Game of Thrones, where we discuss
Ian sits down with Rob Stoddard, director of game design at S7 Games to discuss their Kickstarter for Conan Savage Legends.
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 35. In this super-sized episode, we welcome Mario back after his 30-episode hiatus, find out Lathan might need an intervention for his gaming “addiction”, and we once again ask our listeners to fight each
We’re back! Tune in to find out what we’ve been up to on this short break and hear what we thought about what’s been going on in the world of GW and 40K!
Andy and I are here to talk comic books once again. They discuss Conan, Belit, Star Wars, Spider-Man and more from the current reading list as well as Umbrella Academy, Lobo and Swamp Thing.
The boys return from an extended hiatus! Well, most of them. Has anyone seen Matt? In this episode the guys catch up on what they have been up to over the past few months. They talk about Avengers End Game, Us, Warhammer 40k, Adepticon and so much more!
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 34. In this episode we start to wonder if we’re still truly Anonymous, talk more Starfinder before getting a very unexpected visit from Britney Spears, and once again speak directly to a listener in the hopes that we
On today’s episode of After Ullanor, David and Greg tackle the first part of Nemesis, by James Swallow, the thirteenth book in the Horus Heresy series. Horus Heresy takes a Law and Order twist with police investigating a string of murders while each of th
Welcome to Geek Fights, a show where the minutia that geeks love to discuss becomes center stage in a March Madness style bracketed showdown to determine the ultimate winner. In this new episode, the topic is the Best Gary, where we pit the best of Gary O
No Matt today, so its just JF and Ashley breaking down the awesome time they had at Adepticon 2019.
The babbling boys of funny books are back. Andy and Ian discuss Avengers Endgame, Spider-Man Far From Home, Black Panther and Mysterio as well as current comics such as Conan the Barbarian, Spider-Man Story and Age of X-Men.
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 33. In this episode some of the crew try to spoil Avengers Endgame without even having seen it yet, Tim alienates yet another game company when he mocks their name, and we learn what happens when Lathan has too much c
Welcome to Geek Fights, a show where the minutia that geeks love to discuss becomes center stage in a March Madness style bracketed showdown to determine the ultimate winner. In this new episode, the topic is Best Wizard. Join co-hosts Damon Shaw, Mike Or
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 32. In this episode we find ourselves back at Adepticon for yet another live recording, absorb Patrick and Dev from the Out of the Basement podcast, and kidnap, er, I mean invite listeners both old and new to sit in o
In this Episode we are once again joined by Dave Taylor who just successfully delivered his Armies & Legions & Hordes Kickstarter. We find out what his latest project is, what he’s been playing, and just how tough it is to face those pesky G
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 31. In this episode we take attendance only to find most of the crew missing, break out Dave’s Grandpa’s old nudie glasses to honor Mike’s excellent mead, and hear that we’re really going places when convention season
It’s the annual episode you love to hate and hate to love! The nerds gather on a lake in Maine to play games for a weekend. In the intro the guys discuss the games they have played, including new favorite Space Base, Lords of Vegas, Sagrada, DownFor
Andy and Ian return for more comic book banter! The guys discuss the new Conan the Barbarian, Wildstorm, Old Man Quill and more! They also cover The Frost Giant’s Daughter and Black Goliath.
In this episode we are joined by the Head Geek from Geek Nation Tours Teras Cassidy! We catch up with Teras on all the hobby goodness he’s been working on and what he’s got planned for Adepticon. We also take a look at the previews from the LV
After a longer than anticipated break, Exploding Dice Radio is back! For Episode 12, Andy is joined by fellow Dystopian Wars enthusiast Matt. First up, they discuss the recent Warcradle Q&A that revealed some interesting tidbit of info on what is in s
In this episode we are joined by James Otero from Siege Studios. We discuss how he got into miniature painting, what made him decide to start a commission painting studio, and his plans for bringing Siege Studios to Adepticon this year! We also find out w
Adam and Alexis play a narrative scenario with the new Genestealer Cult codex vs Adam’s Star Eagles Space Marines. Masters of the Forge Geek Nation Tours Be sure to let us know what missions you’d like us to try next! Email: mastersoftheforge@
In this Episode we discuss all the news from the New Year’s Open Day. We then go on to rampantly speculate about Genestealer Cults, what’s coming next for 40K, and what kind of crazy rules we think some of the previewed models are going to hav
What do the Nerdherders enjoy streaming on YouTube, Twitch and Patreon? Tune in to find out! The boys also discuss their latest gaming endeavors (including their standard faves like Dungeons and Dragons and Warhammer 40k) as well as movies, video games an
Welcome to Geek Fights, a show where the minutia that geeks love to discuss becomes center stage in a March Madness style bracketed showdown to determine the ultimate winner. In this new episode, the topic is Comedy Sequel. Join co-hosts Damon Shaw, Mike
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 30. In our milestone 30th episode we reach out to our listeners from the future, find out that exposure to plastic fumes isn’t good for Lathan, and check out what everyone’s been up to in the past 2 months since our l
We’re back! This episode is a little late due to some technical difficulties on the editing side so bear with us as we discuss the news from Vigilus Open Day and speculate about Chapter Approved 2018. We also discuss all the events we’ll be at
Daniele Bolelli from History on Fire and Teras Cassidy from Geek Nation Tours team-up to discuss warriors throughout the ages… In this episode, they are joined by famed historian and author Dr. Stephen Turnbull
Welcome to 2019! The comic book nerds remember Stan Lee, talk about Spider-Man Into the Spiderverse, break down Marvels and brush up on the Huntress.
What did the boys love in 2018? Listen in to hear their top movies, games and other favorite geekery. Plus, Dave’s Australian Adventures!
Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 26. In this episode Lathan decides to try out for a role in a Disney commercial, Joe finally remotes in and rejoins us from his “haunted” house in Charlotte, and Katie calls out our listeners looking for s