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Warhammer 40K
Blood Bowl
Nova Open
Black Templars
Necromunda
Black Templar
Thousand Sons
Warhammer 40,000
Tabletop Gaming
Painting
Independent Characters
Adepticon
Star Wars
Sisters Of Battle
Adeptus Custodes
Chaos Space Marines
Age Of Sigmar
Mutant Melee
Arizona
Space Marines

A lighter take on Warhammer 40k. We're bad at 40k, and you can, too!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes192Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Watch out, friends, we've got a hot one comin' in! Joe Kassabian, author, host of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast and Midwest Icon, joins Tweedle-dee and Tweedle-dum here for a chat about Joe's Warhammer journey so far, why 40k tanks would be immedi... more

Another year, another NOVA Open! Join the fellas as they return to where it all began (kinda) in 2016 as they recap yet another trip to Washington D.C.'s biggest tabletop gaming event of the year! Hear them recap 18 (!) games of 40k, 3 games of ASOIA... more

Did we plan for our 169th episode to be live in front of a "sell-out" (the attendees are sellouts) crowd at NOVA Open 2025? No! But here we are, hot, horny, and ready to answer your burning questions. Join us for a evening of jokes, japes, and jeers,... more

Look, gang, Dan has a lot of painting to do before NOVA, so we're not going to be able to do a lot of jokes in this description. Too bad! Here's some shit from the episode: "milk day", chaplains giving good skull, and the realization that Space Wolf ... more

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Recent Guests

General John Sprague
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Episode: 40k Badcast - Bonus Episode: Tacomacast 2025

Hosts

Dan Boyd
Co-host known for humor and participation in discussions; engages deeply with Warhammer 40k topics.
Campbell McUnderpass
Co-host with a vibrant take on Warhammer 40k, contributing personal stories and humor; active in hobby-related discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 408 ratings
  • Best 40k podcast by a long shot. Best audio quality. Open minded caring and full of love for lgbtq+ and adjacent communities, which is refreshing in this space. Best stupid sandwich yarns, and generally the best.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Feeelux
    8 months ago
  • The Best

    Just finished listening to all 156+ episodes currently out, and I can say for absolute certain that I like this podcast and the hosts are cool

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Static on the radio
    United States10 months ago
  • Needs more talk about Cormac McCarthy

    I wanted them to talk more about Cormac McCarthy i wish i could rate this lower man

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CMcEnthusiast
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lethal sussy five plussy

    One of the best 40k podcasts out there. The banter is good, the bullshit is funny, and the hot takes are actually quite reasonable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scott from Calgary
    Canadaa year ago
  • Raisin

    Five stars. Recommend. This podcast is Nature’s raisin.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F Hayashi
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, the podcast is highly recommended for its entertaining blend of comedy and hobby-related content.
Some comments indicate a desire for less political commentary during hobby discussions, although this doesn't detract from overall enjoyment.
Many reviews highlight the engaging chemistry between the hosts, making the podcast enjoyable to listen to while painting or gaming.
Listeners appreciate the humor and relatable content, often describing the show as a lighthearted take on a complex hobby.

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40k Badcast 159 - 50 Guys in the Hole
Q: What roles would you guys like to play within the Astro-Militarium Imperial Service Corps, and how would you work logistics into the tabletop game?
The hosts discuss the concept of logistics within the Imperial army, referencing the Departmento Munitorum and suggesting that while logistics are crucial to the lore, integrating them into gameplay may complicate things. They agree that such elements could work well in narrative campaigns but may not fit into matched play.

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The 40k Badcast launched 9 years ago and published 192 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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