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Battletech
Alpha Strike
Classic Battletech
Battle Armor
Indirect Fire
3D Printing
House Kurita Ranger Lance Pack
MRC
Sweaty Lists
Mission Design
DCMS
Outworlds Alliance
Omnimech
Nashcon
Las Vegas
Bear Cavalry Paints
Southern Assault
Southern Assault Classic
Brawl In the Bluegrass
Clan Snow Raven

Welcome to the premier Battletech podcast focused on the MRC, Mechcommander Review Circuit, community!

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Latest Episodes

Sometimes it's not all giant stompy robots which win or lose your game of Battletech. Occasionally it's just some dude on foot with a gun who wasn't even supposed to be here today that players pin their game hopes on. We have a special guest, Inypt, ... more

Not all games of Battletech are turn based tabletop wargames, some of them involve nothing more than a character sheet and a bit of imagination. In this episode the Pod goes through creating RPG characters for A Time of War and then Traveler. Join us... more

In this episode, we try to talk through the Outworlds Alliance - one of the lesser known periphery powers which has become a much more integral part of the storyline since merging with a certain flock of Ravens. We'll cover history of both of these f... more

Brawl in the Bluegrass 2026 has come and gone for this year. Special correspondent Jason Hansa joins the pod to talk about his and Pirate's experiences playing in the event and just the overall weekend experience. It's a long one, so buckle up butter... more

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Recent Guests

Kerry Jo
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Episode: Ep: 57 - A Southern Classic: smothered, covered and chunked
Carrie Jo
Unicorn Company player, round-two opponent
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Episode: Ep: 57 - A Southern Classic: smothered, covered and chunked
Luke Popma
Guest on episode, Raven/ Ghost Bear player, Painted minis
Episode: Ep:55 - Southern Fried Alpha Strike
Dan Zehner
Owner and creator of Bear Cavalry Paints
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Episode: Ep:54 - The Bear Necessities
Ray Arrastia
Battletech Line Developer and Gamer Extraordinaire
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Episode: Ep:48 - The Players Behind the Game
Aaron Cahall
Writer, Editor, and Assistant Line Developer
Battletech
Episode: Ep:48 - The Players Behind the Game
Matt Cross
From Cross Electric Designs
Cross Electric Designs
Episode: Ep:46 - Printing Your Way To Victory
Jonathan Lord Carbon
Special guest from the MRC, participated in Motor City Mayhem coverage
MRC
Episode: EP:44 - You Gotta Lose Your Mind In Detroit, Mech City

Hosts

Rick
Long-standing host with others; core voice across episodes
Tom Pirate
Co-host known for introducing episodes and co-host banter
Jeff Tweezer
Co-host with distinctive catchphrases and engineering-minded insights
Chris Jesty
Co-host frequently contributing to episode discussions

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Add this to your Battletech listening list.

    This is a really good podcast covering all the happenings in both Classic and Alpha Strike Battletech. They do a great job discussing things and talking about all the relevant news. Love the variant of the episode section. Overall a great show, I’ve listened to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach TB65
    United States10 months ago
  • Another Great Battletech Podcast

    Another Battletech Podcast to add to your listening list. Just discovered them and they are in my top three to listen to now. Love the banter, in depth knowledge, and dedication to keeping you up to date. Recently doing force pack reviews has just added to my desire to get their take on things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    admvarn
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Definitely the premier Battletech Podcast that focuses on the MRC! Fantastic hosts, witty banter, and lots of fun lore conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wolfpac_five
    United States2 years ago

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Positive notes on event coverage and guest variety.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Coolant Pod

What is The Coolant Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively Battletech-focused show centered on the Mechcommander Review Circuit, blending event coverage, list-building debates, hobby tips, and community storytelling. Episodes commonly dissect tournament formats, mission design, and list-building strategies across Alpha Strike and Classic Battletech, while sprinkling in painting, terrain, and product news. The hosts keep a playful, accessible tone and frequently highlight community events, sponsor shout-outs, and listener engagement, making it a go-to for players looking to stay up-to-date, improve their lists, and connect with a broad, internationally distributed hobby crowd. Winsome banter, practical tips, and a strong sense of community stand out as unique strengths, along with a clear f... more

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The Coolant Pod launched 3 years ago and published 65 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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2. Carrie Jo
3. Luke Popma
4. Dan Zehner
5. Ray Arrastia
6. Aaron Cahall
7. Matt Cross
8. Jonathan Lord Carbon

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