September 5, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 4:11 pm
And now for something completely different! A scenario analysis of AP18 “Village of the Damned” from Action Pack Three. This very unique podcast is not for everyone as Dave and Jeff talk aloud as the game is set up, revealing why you should never fear them if you meet them at a tournament. They also give an after action report. This one is a little rough as it is Dave’s first effort at producing a show on his own (Jeff is the true techie). It is recommended that you get out the scenario, set up your boards and follow along. Designed as the 2nd in a series, it becomes the 1st, due to technical problems with the other bonus episode. Fate has seemed to smile upon this scenario analysis.
September 1, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 3:58 pm
And we’re back with an action-packed episode featuring — you guessed it — MMP’s ASL “Action Pack 4“, also known as “Normandy 1944″. Our pal Joe joins us in the broadcast foxhole as we unwrap and reveal the contents of this highly-anticipated (at least to us ASL addicts) addition to the ASL arsenal. Watch out for those “bocage” rules!
We also cover some listener comments, talk more (yes, MORE) about counter storage, ASL boxes, snipers, and lots more. It’s 81 minutes and it’s all ASL. Dig it!
August 5, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 10:03 pm
In this episode we interview Steve and Dan, two new ASL players (and we mean REAL NEW) to see what they think of the greatest game in the world, and get a few newbie’s questions answered. We compare ASL with Hollywood’s vision of WWII. Dave played his 1,000th game! There is some listener mail, and more discussion about counter storage. We hope you enjoy our efforts to bring you the finest in ASL entertainment!
July 16, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 4:26 pm
We recorded this one back in June, but didn’t want to release it too close on the heels of Episode 6.
In this Episode, we check out “What’s in the Box?” (it’s Starter Kit 3!), Dave whips out a list — which he compiled during his most recent re-reading of The Rules — of rules he forgot he knew. Jeff gives a little history lesson at the end of the show. And there’s plenty of the usual madness.
We hope you enjoy it.
June 23, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 11:06 am
This episode addresses some requests to help new ASL players. We discuss ways to find other players, what you need to buy to get started playing and how to store all that stuff. Then we cover some differences between the Starter Kits and the “full” rules, and get into a beginner’s discussion of the Defensive Fire Phase.
Here are some links to web sites we discussed:
Board Game Geek
VASL
MMP’s list of differences between Starter Kits and full rules
Plano storage solution
(When we first published this episode there was a problem with the audio cutting off the last 2 minutes of the podcast. We fixed the issue and posted a new file which now plays correctly.)
May 21, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 10:19 pm
In Episode 5 we interview Robert (Bob) Holmstrom, one of our favorite local ASL masters. Bob chats about his ASL history, discusses tournaments, helps us with the “What’s in the Box” segment (it’s Valor of the Guards!) and more. We hope you like it.
May 4, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 8:44 pm
It’s our first show since going public. We’ve had nearly a thousand listeners and have received some very positive and encouraging responses. A special “thank you” to all of you who took the time to write a comment or send us an email. Your input and support is very important to us. We love hearing from you!
In this episode, we read some of the listener feedback. Then, in our Favorite Scenarios segment, Dave picks a battle with an extra dimension of excitement from the “Partisan” module, while Jeff continues with updates from the “Blood Reef: Tarawa” campaign (we’ll be posting pictures on this soon). Dave tells us “What’s in the Box?”, we play the ASL Quiz Show, and Dave gives an interesting history lesson. And, of course, we have lots of fun. We hope you enjoy this episode!
As always, thanks to Penmachine.com for providing our theme music.
April 28, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 10:27 am
Episode 4 should be available by May 4th (for Episodes 3, 2 and 1, scroll down the page). We’ve got LOTS of ideas for shows — enough to keep us busy for several years. Here are a few topics we’ve got in the works:
- Quiz Show: Jeff and Dave test each other’s knowledge of basic and advanced rules. Do YOU know the answers? (If this is a success, we may hold LIVE shows a la Jeopardy at tourneys and Cons.)
- ASL Widows - Can’t Route with ‘em, can’t Route without ‘em: We’ll talk to wives/girlfriends (or husbands/boyfriends!) to get a glimpse of what goes on in the lives of those who await our return from war.
- History Lesson: We’ll reveal the real history, operation and use of common — and uncommon — ASL weapons. Will it help your ASL play? Maybe. Wear a flack jacket and helmet for this bit.
- Where in the World is that Rule?: We’ll read a snippet from the Rules and leave it to YOU to tell us where it’s from! Leave your answer in the show Comments section. The first person to answer correctly will win . . . 5 minutes of fame! (Sorry, we can’t afford prizes)
- View from the Front: We’ll report directly from ASL tournaments, where the REAL battles are waged.
- Interviews: We’ve got lots of ideas, but if YOU’d like to be interviewed, or if you know someone that would be an interesting guest, send us an email with your suggestion.
- Listener Mail: Send us some and we’ll read it!
- Basic Training: a segment just for newbies
- Mud Wrestling: Just kidding
- VASL review: We’ve never used it, but we’re going to give it a try and let you know how it goes.
- Club Reports: Send us information about your ASL group or club and we’ll read it on the air.
- Lots, LOTS, more. (we don’t want to spoil all the surprises)
- And, of course, all the usual stuff like Favorite Scenarios (email us with YOUR favorite, including the reasons why), What’s in the Box?, MMP news, tourney announcements and more!
April 26, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 5:25 pm
Hurrah! We fixed the audio issues we had with episodes 1 & 2. The embedded player is now working!
Tonight we’re joined in the broadcast foxhole by our pal, Joe Pellam, who talks about his gaming history, his fascinating visits to Iwo Jima while in the Navy, and his love of ASL. A great guy, and a good friend, we’re pleased to have him as our guest.
Do you have a topic you would like to hear discussed on “The 2 Half-Squads”? Do you have an idea for a show segment? Do you know someone that would be a good guest? We’d like to hear from you! Leave us a comment here, or send an email to the2halfsquads at gmail dot com
April 20, 2008
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ASL — the2halfsquads @ 4:57 pm
Undaunted by the mistakes and problems in Episode 1, we plunge ahead for 78 thrill-packed minutes.. This time we talk about the release of the long-awaited “Valor of the Guards”. We wonder about how many ASL players there are in the world. Jeff whips out the “Top Ten” list: “Why You Should Play ASL”. Of course we play “What’s in the Box?” and discuss a favorite scenario. Then Dave reveals a short list of rules that he used to forget and gives a little WW II history lesson.
This episode includes some intro music courtesy of Penmachine.com
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