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Pushing Cardboard

Grant Linneberg
Napoleonic Wars
Miniatures Gaming
Tabletop Simulator
Twilight Struggle
World War II
New Cold War
American Civil War
Tabletop Games
Board Game Design
Board Games
Supply Lines Of the American Revolution Northern Theater
Castelnuovo 1539
Beware the Ides Of March
Warstory Occupied France
Solomon's Campaign
Blue Vs. Grey
Quebec 1759
Historical Wargaming
Battle Commander
Commands & Colors Medieval

Talk about historical boardgames and boardgaming. Tabletop conflict simulation boardgames, from old school hex-and-counter to modern card driven games and beyond. If it's a historical game, a political game, or a wargame, we'll talk about it.We dive into specific games in detail each episode, with tips on how to play and how the game fits in with other similar games. As well, we usually have an in... more

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Latest Episodes

58 - Liz Davidson, Kevin Bertram, Baltic Empires

This episode can be found on pushingcardboard.com, as well as wherever you get your podcasts. (On youtube, it's still audio-only.)

Up this time, I have interviews with Liz Davidson of Leder Games and... more

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Up this time, I have interviews with Wes Crawford (Wharf Rat Games) and Sam London (soon to be seen everywhere), as well as a dive into Stalingrad Roads from Nuts Publishing.

• GMT's August newsletter

• Live Cardboard 38 - live playthrough of Rebels... more

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56 - Shayne Logan, SD Histcon North 

This episode can be found on pushingcardboard.com, as well as wherever you get your podcasts. (On youtube, it's still audio-only.)

My interview is with Shayne Logan, designer of the Old School Tactical series al... more

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55 - Allyn Vannoy, The Far Seas

Allyn Vannoy is the designer of Traces of Victory which I looked at last episode, as well as a prolific writer. For a game dive, this time we look at the upcoming  The Far Seas from Vuca.

• Live Cardboard 34 where Ma... more

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Kevin Bertram
Founder of Fort Circle Games
Fort Circle Games
Episode: 58 - Liz Davidson, Kevin Bertram, Baltic Empires
Liz Davidson
Creative Director
Leder Games
Episode: 58 - Liz Davidson, Kevin Bertram, Baltic Empires
Sam London
Designer whose upcoming GMT titles were discussed; long-time industry figure
GMT Games
Episode: 57 - Wes Crawford, Sam London, Stalingrad Roads
Wes Crawford
Publisher and designer; co-founder of Wharf Rat Games
Wharf Rat Games
Episode: 57 - Wes Crawford, Sam London, Stalingrad Roads
Shayne Logan
Designer known for old-school tactical games with Flying Pig Games and Modern Tactics series with VUCA
Flying Pig Games; VUCA
Episode: 56 - Shayne Logan, SD Histcon North recap
Allyn Vannoy
Designer, VAUCA Games; contributor to World at War and War Diary magazines
VUCA Games
Episode: 55 - Allyn Vannoy - The Far Seas
John Kwasny
Designer, co-creator of the game forthcoming from FormSquare Games
FormSquare Games
Episode: 54 - John and Mark Kwasny | Traces of Victory
Mark Kwasny
Designer, co-creator of the game forthcoming from FormSquare Games
FormSquare Games
Episode: 54 - John and Mark Kwasny | Traces of Victory
Carl Paradis
Designer of No Retreat series and Battle Commander Napoleonic game
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Episode: 53 - Carl Paradis, Battle Commander, and a look at Ju 87 Stuka Ace

Host

Grant Lindenburg
Host of Pushing Cardboard; frequent interviewer; engages with designers and publishers across historical wargaming.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast about our hobby

    Grant’s style and presentation is captivating and has become a staple in my war gaming podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Sundborg
    United States3 years ago
  • WW1 Air Games are great

    Excellent show, brought back lots of happy nostalgia for Richthofen War, and Ace of Aces. Thanks for the lead on Eagles in the Sky. I appreciate your efforts to inform and entertain old war gamers like me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kayaker400
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show!

    Grant does an amazing job with his interviews. He’s very knowledgeable and interesting. I only wish there were more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jdkrausey
    United States4 years ago
  • Fun little hobby podcast

    Pushing Cardboard is a fun, low key podcast to listen to Grant talk about what he’s playing, and his likes and dislikes. Not as in depth as some, and the time investment doesn’t seem overly long. I really appreciate that the shows stay focused, and don’t fall into long sections of rambling and bro talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike from NOVA
    United States4 years ago
  • On target with his preferences & format

    Podcast host Grant plays larger/longer wargames than I do, but in other ways we’ve got much in common. His love for cardboard & hexmaps comes through, and so does his prolific PBEMing via Vassal. Shows are to-the-point, which everyone can appreciate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkEJohnson66
    United States5 years ago

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The format is concise and friendly, appealing to long-time grognards and newcomers alike.
Content stays focused and avoids unnecessary rambling, which listeners appreciate.
Guests and topics are deeply relevant to serious hobbyists and designers.
The host's interviews are engaging and insightful, keeping the discussion sharp.
Listeners praise practical insights and breadth of guest expertise.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#212
Italy/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#28
Spain/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#37
Poland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#183
Russia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#185
Poland/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

56 - Shayne Logan, SD Histcon North recap
Q: What's the next box you're working on in this series?
He reveals plans for a Taiwan-focused box with US Marines and regional forces, and teases North Africa as the upcoming volume, signaling the series' geographic expansion and continuing interest in kinetic, modern conflicts.
56 - Shayne Logan, SD Histcon North recap
Q: How did Modern Tactics come about with VUCA rather than Flying Pig?
Logan describes dividing publishing avenues for broader reach, partnering with VUCA for their strong presentation and counter quality, while continuing with Flying Pig for other projects, resulting in two active design lines.
56 - Shayne Logan, SD Histcon North recap
Q: What brought you back to Tabletop Tactical?
He explains his desire to fit a design niche with strong visual art, accessibility, and a dynamic, less procedural system, leading him to pursue tabletop tactical design that marries depth with a smoother player experience.
56 - Shayne Logan, SD Histcon North recap
Q: Tell me a bit about, are you a long time gamer?
Logan shares that he entered wargaming in his 20s through a friends' group, enjoying strategic titles and eventually moving into tactical games like Squad Leader and ASL, with a background in computer-modified games that informed his design approach.
54 - John and Mark Kwasny | Traces of Victory
Q: What makes your approach to the French and Indian War different from existing games?
They aimed to simplify and speed up play by removing excessive components and using a compact map with an innovative card-and-plot system that keeps the feel of the period without bogging players down.

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This show centers historical board games and wargames, pairing deep dives into specific titles with conversations with designers and publishers. Episodes routinely explore design choices, playtesting, production decisions, and publishing logistics, alongside hobby news and practical play tips. Listeners can expect candid insights into balancing realism with fun, pricing and accessibility dynamics, and a strong emphasis on collaboration across international teams. A standout element is the guest roster—primarily seasoned designers and publishers—providing actionable takeaways for fellow creators and serious hobbyists alike.

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2. Liz Davidson
3. Sam London
4. Wes Crawford
5. Shayne Logan
6. Allyn Vannoy
7. John Kwasny
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