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The 40k Lorecast

Warhammmer 40k
Warhammer 40K
Eldar
Imperium
Horus Heresy
Chaos
Necrons
Tyranids
Space Marines
Orks
Ultramarines
Drukhari
Dark Angels
Imperial Guard
Slaanesh
Space Wolves
Blood Angels
Adeptus Mechanicus
Grey Knights
Xenos
Warhammer 40,000

The 40k Lorecast is a weekly dive into all the Lore that surrounds Warhammer 40k. Brad Chester and John will take you on a deep dive into everything that is the lore of the Warhammer 40k Universe. Our weekly podcast is dedicated to exploring the rich lore of the Warhammer 40k universe, diving deep into the stories, characters, and events that make this universe so captivating. Join us as we unrave... more

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On today’s cast we conclude our coverage of Dante. We spend most of the Episode talking about the events of the Devastation of Baal. From the opening Salvo as Dante tries to delay the incoming hive fleet, through Dante and the remaining survivors fur... more

On today’s cast we continue our coverage of Dante. With his arrival as newly anointed Chapter Master of the Blood Angels and his rebuilding of the chapter. From there we dive deep into the legends of Dante, from killing Skarbrand, to fighting orks on... more

On today’s cast we begin our coverage of the Luis Dante, the oldest and most storied of all the Space Marine Chapter Masters. We open obviously with his origins on Baal Secundus and his experiences in the trials of the Blood Angels. From there we fol... more

On today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the 2nd war of Armageddon. With the events of Hades Hive driving Ghaz crazy, including some fun response to an attempted air assault. So much so what he fails to notice the imperial forces bearing down on h... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Horton
Veteran Warhammer 40K player and event organizer
Salt City GT
Episode: Warhammer 40K 2nd edition (really 1st edition). What it was, how it played and more

Hosts

John Barsotti
Co-host with a long-running tenure, known for lore narration and hosting the show's deep dives.
Brad Chester
Co-host with a penchant for lore interpretation and hosting alongside John Barstti.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 10.1k ratings
  • Goated

    Though I would like more orc episodes. Can we get that? I have received more orc episodes, I am 2 weeks in dept to you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sisseboy
    Sweden20 days ago
  • Funny and insightful

    This podcast has become my binge listening. You can tell the hosts really enjoy each other’s company and are passionate about their subjects. Also ‘to be fair’ I’m of an age to appreciate the in jokes and the film and gaming references. Well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BoisterousPuppy
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Literally

    To be fair this is literally best 40K lore podcast in the southeast corner of the galaxy. Reminds me of hangin out with my friend talking about 40K. I thought John was kinda punk rock until he started talking about ultramarines. *sigh*

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    slightningbolt
    United States24 days ago
  • Peak but…

    DO THE CRIMSON SLAUGHTER 🙏🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Opinionated_potato
    Canadaa month ago
  • This Podcast about the Lore of the 40K Warhammer Univers is great. The two people clearly care about Warhammer and voice their oppinion unfoltered. In both directions. Furthermore, bith are charismatic. Great poscast overall. (5/7 for the meme community)

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Schausi
    a month ago

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Consistently entertaining and informative for Warhammer 40k fans looking for lore context and backstory.
A solid deep-dive show with strong banter and solid references to source material.
The hosts' passion for lore is obvious and infectious, great for geeks and newcomers alike.
Occasional criticism about balance between jokes and factual accuracy, but still very engaging.

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Bonus Episode - Retro Recall with John and Tom
Q: So does it hold up?
Very much so. I mean, I think this game is remarkable. I really do think it's fun.
Bonus Episode of Brad with hosts of Robots Radio.
Q: How does playing a new game now compare to when you first started?
It's almost like playing a completely new game. Even though I've played most of these missions, starting it from the jump again has been really fun.
Bonus Episode of Brad with hosts of Robots Radio.
Q: What advice would you give to someone who hasn't tried Fallout 76 yet?
Please give it a chance, because if you liked Fallout for the story rich environment, this is literally chock full of it because there is so many things like everything from the main to the side missions.
Episode 100 - Cypher
Q: What do we actually know about Cypher?
Cypher is a complex figure whose allegiance and intentions are often debated, with suggestions that he acts to protect humanity and the Imperium while being shrouded in chaos-related lore.
Warhammer 40K 2nd edition (really 1st edition). What it was, how it played and more
Q: What factions were available in second edition?
In second edition, there were several factions, including Blood Angels, Dark Angels, Ultramarines, Space Wolves, Eldar, Imperial Guard, and Sisters of Battle.

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A duo passionately dissects Warhammer 40k lore with deep-dive episode-by-episode analysis, frequently blending canonical material from novels, codices, and army lists with lively banter and pop culture references. Recurring strengths include thorough lore recall, clear explanations of complex factions and events, and a knack for weaving practical hobby notes into the discussion. Listeners can expect long-form explorations of factions like the Tanith, Raven Guard, Word Bearers, and Titan Legions, plus accessible overviews of major campaigns and eras, all delivered with a humorous, conversational style. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on lore accuracy paired with entertaining mischief, making it appealing to dedicated fans who enjoy both ri... more

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