Tabletop Tommies
Tabletop Tommies is a podcast that focuses on Bolt Action, the popular World War II themed tabletop wargame. Hosted by Jonny and Phil, the podcast delves into the game’s intricacies, discussing everything from tournaments to rules, tactics and strategies. With a wealth of experience in the game, both Jonny and Phil bring their expertise and enthusiasm to the airwaves, making Tabletop Tommies a must-listen for anyone who loves this immersive and thrilling pastime. Whether you’re a seasoned player or simply a fan of the era, Tabletop Tommies provides you with all the information and insights you need to lead a platoon on the tabletop battlefield.
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Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Do you enjoy playing Bolt Action? Do you enjoy playing new missions? This one might be worth a listen.Download the mission from the blog (https://tabletoptommies.com/blog/) or directly here.
Support these two mugs by buying a fancy mug: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/
You can also support our endeavour to produce weekly listenable Bolt Action content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommies
Looking to buy an army get started in Bolt Action? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
In this week's episode, the Tommies are joined by Barry from the Roll Better podcast to discuss the extent to which Bolt Action can be considered a competitive game. The conversation skirts around (amongst other things) timepieces, players and visual aids, before helpfully concluding in the words of The Old Major that Bolt Action is a "Broad Church".Want to hear Barry talk about some of his other favourite games: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/roll-better-podcast-just-another-tabletop-war-gaming/id1297378881
Support these two mugs by buying a fancy mug: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/
You can also support our endeavour to produce weekly listenable Bolt Action content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommies
Looking to buy an army get started in Bolt Action? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
It's been a busy month for the Tommies with World Open War (the international teams tournament), the English Open and the Scottish Nationals to round out the British Championship.If you want to find out how we got on, whether you should consider going to one of these next year, or you just enjoy tales of minor successes followed by failure, this is the episode for you. However, if you don't like Bolt Action events, you've probably found yourself on the wrong podcast page!
Support these two mugs by buying a fancy mug: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/
You can also support our endeavour to produce weekly listenable Bolt Action content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommies
Looking to buy an army to compete in next year's tournaments? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
This week Jonny & Phil can't agree on much, other than the fact they disagree on why free units are problematic. They disagree less when suggesting some fixes to the game, and then Phil comes up with his best idea to date.Support these two mugs by buying a fancy mug: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/
You can also support our endeavour to produce weekly listenable Bolt Action content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommies
Looking to start a new army so you too can bring 1200pts to a 1000pts game? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
In this week's episode the Tommies look at what could quite possibly be the hardest nation to play competitively in Bolt Action... the Norwegians! Tune in to get an insight into their limited contribution historically, as well as how Jonny plans to overcome the absence of AT assets on the table top.
Support these two mugs by buying a fancy mug: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/
You can also support our endeavour to produce weekly listenable Bolt Action content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommies
Looking to buy an army almost as powerful as the Norwegians? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
In this Case Blue Special we are joined by none other than the author himself Alex, who gives us an insight into what's in the book, the inspiration behind it and what it's involved in writing a Bolt Action Campaign book for Warlord Games.Inspired to start a new army? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
In this episode we talk about how to play Operation Striking Cobra, a new custom mission from the Tabletop Tommies. It is an attacker/defender mission which involves a good amount of movement, alongside the need to hold objectives to secure victory.
You can download the mission briefing on our blog: https://tabletoptommies.com/blog/
We’d love to hear what you think of the mission – drop us a message or leave a comment on the Facebook post!
If you still need models for your English Open army, check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
This week the Tommies discuss their experiences at the Warlord's Open Day and Welsh Open Bolt Action tournament. They'll discuss the highs and lows of both events, and the joy of meeting such legends as Alessio Cavatore and Mark Vance, and Phil demonstrates his knowledge of fine cuisine.Already planning your force for next year's Welsh Open? Check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.htmlYou can also support the podcast by buying some merch here: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Brad from the Bolt Action Alliance and Cast Dice podcast https://www.facebook.com/CastDicePodcast, kindly joins us to discuss the brand new Bolt Action Alliance Mission Pack. He talks us through his past, the formation of the Alliance and the thinking behind the missions we find in this exciting new pack: https://boltactionalliance.blogspot.com/2023/09/You can now support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommiesYou can also find the link to buy a ticket for the English Open or support the podcast by buying some merch here: https://tabletoptommies.com/
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Jonny & Phil discuss the most under represented unit in Bolt Action: the MMG team. Once they've worked out why they are so rarely seen, they discuss the best changes we could make to encourage players to deploy them.If you still need models for your English Open army, check out the ranges at Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create great content for you every week!https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.htmlYou can also support the podcast by buying some merch here: https://tabletoptommies.com/collection/all-products/