Bad Internet Friends: A Show for the Miniature Hobby Enthusiast

A Table Full Of Dudes

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:35:58 +0000

Skirmish - How much can we actually handle on the tabletop? And what about that upcoming Five Parsecs from Home Planetfall global campaign the Hobby Homies are running? Join David, Ivan, and special guest Fox to feel the crunch! Find Fox on the Hobby Homies and Tabletop of the Morning channels: Hobby Homies: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2W6nuo5m0K2_FUXYxjHZHg Hobby Homies Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/hobbyhomiespodcast Tabeltop of the Morning: https://www.youtube.com/@TabletopoftheMorning

Bad Skirmishing

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:56:26 +0000

Episode 36: Ivan and David skirmish around the subject in today's episode.

The History of Miniature Paints

Wed, 27 May 2026 18:04:46 +0000

Episode 34: This one is a bit of a ramble.

Wargaming with no Points? Is it even possible?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:38:58 +0000

The discussion in this episode was inspired by this fine podcast from Bedroom Battlefields: https://youtu.be/pYKLR7aw9K8

Inspiring Movies for Wargaming

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:25:36 +0000

Episode 32: In this episode Ivan and David talk about movies and how they inspire wargamers.

Irregular Miniatures

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:24:44 +0000

Episode 31: In this episode Ivan and David discuss the upcoming closure of a good portion of Irregular Miniatures and think about the miniatures they've loved along the way.

"Hello to all our customers and fans. March 25th 2026 will be the 45th anniversary of my founding Irregular Miniatures. Although it has been a difficult decision I have decided to retire and close down the business on that date. Irregular miniatures 2 and 6mm will continue their excellent work producing those scales, (and maybe even 10mm in due course). Running the business with the help of my wonderful family and various friends has been great, but after the recent death of my mother, father and sister it’s just not the same, and I would like to pursue various other hobbies. We’d like to thank all our kind and generous customers for their support and enthusiasm. It has been a real pleasure doing business with you all." -Ian Kay

Venusian Hammer

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:22:48 +0000

Episode 30: In this episode Ivan and David talk Venusian Hammer. Prussians, and Aliens, and Dinos! Oh my!

Endless Hammer

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:05:55 +0000

Episode 29: In this episode David and Ivan dive deep into David's new adventure wargame Endless Hammer, built on Ivan's Squad Hammer ORC license and inspired by the Endless: Fantasy Tactics by On The Lamb.

Making Planetfall

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:03:41 +0000

Episode 28: In this episode Ivan gets a lot of things off his chest on the the making of Five Parsecs from Home: Planetfall.

Find Five Parsecs from Home: Planetfall Here: Everyone in the world but the US: https://modiphius.net/products/five-parsecs-from-home-planetfall US: https://modiphius.us/products/five-parsecs-from-home-planetfall

My Dad Fought Dracula In 'Nam

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:17:48 +0000

Episode 27: Is historical wargaming disrespectful to our ancestors? Is weird war more disrespectful to our ancestors? Is there an era too recent or too taboo to wargame? Fox of the Hobby Homies Podcast joins Ivan and David for this investigative episode that gets to the bottom of this mystery.

Design Your Own Campaign System

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:08:26 +0000

Episode 26: In this episode David picks Ivan's brain on campaign system design for David's upcoming Endless Hammer beta release, and the two explore many options along the way. Tune in to learn what campaign system is right for you!

Ferret Con

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:03:50 +0000

Episode 25: In this episide David is joined by a very special guest; Tom of Ferret Con. Learn all about Ferret Con from the man himself.

Paranoia... didn't we do this episode already

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:01:43 +0000

Episode 24: One year in, and David is going it solo. Tune in for a brief discussion on What You See Is What You Get and how it surprisingly didn't apply to Wargames Atlantic. Then, Ivan and David return to the lost Episode 24 to discuss WYSIWYG, Wargames Atlantic, and Paranoia: Five Clones from Alpha Complex.

Five Parsecs is the Best Games Series Ever

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:28:54 +0000

Episode 23: In this episode with the clickbait style title, Ivan and David dive deep into Five Parsecs Tactics and the first expansion Field Commander's Guide.

New Rules Deep Dive

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:22:01 +0000

Episode 22: Ivan and David take a deep dive into a new set of rules and an older set of rules from Nordic Weasel Games. Tune in to find out all about Musket to Rifle: Black Powder Skirmish Warfare and Rogue Hammer: Gothic Sci-fi Miniatures Gaming.

Old Design Lessons for Wargaming

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:20:19 +0000

Episode 21: Ivan and David answer the question "Are you open to topic suggestions?" to which the BIF-cast crew answers "Yes." Tune in to find out what other questions Pureblind asks and has answered.

How to Start a Campaign

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:15:47 +0000

Episode 20: Ivan and David talk at you about starting a campaign, David discusses his solo Battletech Alpha Strike Hinterlands campaign and Ivan speaks of luring RPG folks into miniatures wargaming.

Nordic Weasel Games AMA 2025

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:00:35 +0000

Episode 19: Ivan put out a call to all Nordic Weasel Games fans. "Ask Me Anything" he said. And the fans responded. Tune in and take a deep dive into Five Parsecs from Home, Five Leagues from the Borderlands, Forgotten Ruin, Mystic Space, the Unity setting, and the future of Nordic Weasel Games.

Scott Wainwright: Brutality

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:51:53 +0000

Episode 18: Audio Warning - Scott's mic was a bit off which may lead to a slightly unpleasant listening experience. In this episode David and Ivan are joined by Scott Wainwright; author of the Brutality series of wargames. Are two prolific game authors in the same podcast too much? Tune in the find out!

SLAM 15 Deep Dive

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:34:49 +0000

Episode 17: Ivan and David talk about a new Nordic Weasel Games title: SLAM 15. The reinforced platoon-level wargame is explicitly designed to give 15mm Sci-Fi miniatures manufacturers some much-deserved love.

Burnout Comes For You

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:30:15 +0000

Episode 16: Ivan and David come to grips with the cold, hard clutches of hobby burnout. What can you do when it has its sights on you? Tune in for tips and tricks from the pros.

The Mystery Episode

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:52:35 +0000

Episode 15: This episode could feature just about any topic! Will it be about solo wargaming design? Will it be a heated discussion on the merits of 1mm scale simulationist skirmish sci-fi wargaming? Will it be that fated discussion on whether it's finally time to ban Hambut once and for all? Tune in to find out!

The Solo Wargaming Advantage

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:33:34 +0000

Ivan and David discuss why all the hip, cool designers are making their games solo. Let us dice deep into the solo wargaming mechanics of Rangers of Shadow Deep, Guards of Traitor's Toll, Battletech: Aces, and the mind boggling system Two Hour Wargames uses. It's time to discover a world beyond two fisting it like a Billy No-Mates.

Special Guest DiceyGuy

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:41:35 +0000

Episode 13: Ivan and David are joined by a very special guest Youtuber DiceyGuy to discuss volunteer organizations in the wargaming, collectible card game, and table top role playing hobby.

Positivity in the Hobby

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:46:49 +0000

Episode 12: Ivan and David talk about things they love about gaming. What are the stuff that got them into gaming and painting, what won them over, and what are the things that make them come back for more.

Cheap Wargaming

Tue, 20 May 2025 11:54:00 +0000

Episode 11: Ivan talks about ways to play games for cheap with miniatures and David spill the secrets for painting them on cheap. It is a total cheapskate episode.

Earth Life and Mystic Space

Tue, 13 May 2025 11:48:49 +0000

Episode 10: Ivan tells you how your gaming skills apply to real life, David ponders success on YouTube, a few special friends give testimonials, and more Mystic Space is revealed.

Special Guest Peachy Tips

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:04:00 +0000

Episode 9: Ivan and David are joined by their new friend Peachy to discuss the movie that never was, how our hobby and the internet intersects, and the ups and downs of our hobby world as seen by two respected veterans of the scene. There will be Jaffa Cakes.

The Kickstarter Trap

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:27:15 +0000

Episode 8: Ivan and David ponder some successfully funded wargame Kickstarters and analyze how they went wrong. Never fulfilled? Never played? Is Satan gaming the next big thing?

Negativity in the Hobby Sphere

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 09:40:00 +0000

Episode 7: Ivan and David have a chat about whether nerds are too f*ing negative

Handfuls of Dice and Muskets to Rifle

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:02:00 +0000

Episode 6: In this episode Ivan and David talk dice! Do dice types matter? Bespoke dice are the way of the future? Ivan also talks about his new historical game project "Muskets to Rifle"

God Jul

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:16:36 +0000

Episode 5: This livestream aired December 25, 2025. The holiday special episode! Ivan and David break out their dream sponsorship wishlist and a surprise guest comes on the show to challenge the BIF-casters with a quiz that you can play along with at home!

Historical Wargaming

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 13:59:04 +0000

Episode 4: This livestream aired December 1, 2024. This week Ivan talks historical wargaming. Tune in to the Danish-Canadian duo to find out, when, where, and how it pertains to miniatures wargaming! Tune in and populate our chat box with your fond memories of the great battle of 1367*! A Thousand Cortanas. Can you even imagine it?

15mm Wargaming and Mystic Space

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:26:00 +0000

Episode 3: This livestreamed aired November 27th, 2024. The Danish-Canadian duo are back in the studio* after an extended hiatus. In this episode Ivan talks to us about the wonders of 15mm Sci-Fi and David does his best to keep up after a Disneyland vacation. Is Mystic Space really just Five Parsecs but cowboys?

Four Indie Games and Elf, Knyghte, Pyke, & Sworde talk

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:11:00 +0000

Episode 2: This livestream aired October 30th, 2024. The Canadian-Danish duo talk about four indie wargames you may never even have heard of, and why we like them. This episode also features David talking about a project past, and Ivan discusses a project coming to us in the near future: Elf, Knyghte, Pyke, & Sworde!

Sponsorship Now!

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:34:01 +0000

Episode 1: This livestream aired October 16th, 2024. The Canadian-Danish duo discuss every possible* aspect of sponsorships in social media as it relates to our wargaming hobby. Shameful shill or Prosperous Influencer? The answers may surprise you!

Five Gallops from Equestria When?

Podcast Brainstorm with Nordic Weasel Games

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:24:00 +0000

This livestream aired September 25th, 2024. David of Ax Anax and Ivan Sorensen of Nordic Weasel Games have a brainstorm on their upcoming podcast about the independent wargaming scene and yammer on about food and drink.

Shout Outs:

Legends of the Painty Men: https://legendsofthepaintymen.libsyn.com/ Juggz the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JuggzthePodcast Rogue Hobbies: https://roguehobbies.com/ Guerrilla Miniatures Games: https://www.youtube.com/c/@UCbO4Vs1vlAA9hz7Ad7IMgug Sonic Sledgehammer: https://www.youtube.com/@UCG0ZCl2VfG9PcCJyucWJR3w Mini WarMutt https://www.youtube.com/c/@UCPO9zVPMo8aDKt6_G5uDkzQ Gamers with Coffee: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MQy1kKOd_Y5BaDICplARg