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In this episode Chris talks to Adam Bednar and Ernst Schäfer about the recent Romanian Spring Event in Wisconsin . Over 175 German and Soviet Reenactors took part and we hear what went into creating an event on such a big scale and how the organisers ensured it would be a success .
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In this episode Chris talks to special guest Markus, who has experience of Reenacting WW2 in both Europe and the USA . He describes the differences in Reenacting on both sides of the pond and explains why he has gone on to form his own unit - 10./Gren-Reg 41 (mot.) - now that he is back in the States .
With a big emphasis on portraying 1940s German cultural norms within the new unit Markus uses his extensive experiences in Europe to help shape his Reenacting . -
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In this episode Rudi Lange tells Chris how his recent house move gave him the opportunity to create a new Kreigzimmer. With an ever growing collection space is still an issue….along with the possible negative reaction of family and friends plus the potential need for insurance cover.
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There is no denying that ours is a controversial hobby - so the big question has to be is it safe or sensible to let people know how you like to spend your weekends? In this episode Chris, Rudi and Ludwig discuss how they have navigated this issue and share listeners stories....
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In this episode Chris talks to Adam from Germany about the sensitivities surrounding reenacting there . Until recently Adam was one of the main creatives behind the popular ParaLight WorX channel on Youtube - which makes films about WW2 from the German perspective. He has recently gone on to create his own channel which you can find by following the link below.
www.youtube.com/@militainment
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In this latest episode Chris and the team take a look at the use, and sometimes abuse , of alcohol within the hobby . There’s no denying that alcohol helped many soldiers deal with the stress of combat and being away from home back in WW2 - but what role does it have at todays public and private events ?
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All hobbies thrive on new ideas but, when it comes to WW2 Reenacting, how can you tell the difference between a good and maybe bad idea. In this episode Chris is joined again by Rudi Lange and Ludwig Topf to offer some cautionary tales and share anecdotes about why it often pays to think twice before investing in that niche impression or planning a new event that you are convinced will be a success.
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Weapons are a crucial part of WW2 Reenacting but, depending on your wallet, location and level of authenticity, what is the best option - original live firing , deactivated or Denix/Airsoft replica ? In this latest edition of the podcast Chris talks to weapons expert Paul Kramarz about what he recommends and why . Focusing on the iconic K98 this is a deep dive covering everything from the perils of using originals to how to de-farb a replica….
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What kind of a year was 2023 for WW2 German Reenacting ? As has become tradition in the run up to New Year's Eve Chris is joined by Ludwig Topf and Rudi Lange to reflect on the past 12 months. If 2022 was a transition year for Reenacting following the Covid pandemic how did 2023 shape up ? Let us know how 2023 was for you by leaving us a message on Facebook or Discord and a very Happy New Year to all of our listeners and thank you for your support. We'll see you in the field in 2024!
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WW2 Reenacting is a hobby that is open to misinterpretation and often suffers at the hands of media. However, given that much of the hobby is public facing, occasional press interest is inevitable. In this episode Reinhard Weber from SSTK in the UK shares his experiences and advice on the best way to handle the media with Chris - and gives an insight into how his unit responded to a recent hit piece run by a national news outlet.
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In this episode Chris is in conversation with Adam Bednar, leader of the 5. Kp. Grossdeutschland reenactment group based in the Mid-West of the USA. He is one of the organizers of the upcoming Victory in the Ardennes and Romanian Spring tacticals in Wisconsin and, in this episode, he talks about how plans for both events are shaping up plus shares a lot of great insights into hosting and organising events in general.
5 Kp/Grossdeutschland: https://www.facebook.com/5KpGrossdeutschland Romanian Spring: The Battle for Targu Frumos: https://www.facebook.com/groups/850256482980698 Also search for "Victory in the Ardennes" Discussion Group on Facebook. You can contact Adam direct via email.... [email protected]Also thanks to everyone who supports the podcast via Patreon - we appreciate every donation, no matter how big or small, and your regular contributions really do keep the show on the air. You can sign up for as little as $5 a month to unlock regular exclusive content! Thank you.
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Two years since he first appeared on the podcast Bruno from Project Edelweiss is back to talk to Chris about their next expeditions high in the Swiss Alps, recreating the life of WW2 German Gebirgsjager. The climbs are due to take place in 2024 and 2025 and if you are interested in maybe signing up then please use the link below to contact Bruno.
https://www.facebook.com/projectedelweissofficial
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Join Chris as he shares listeners spooky reenacting stories and some of his own in this fifth annual special Halloween episode. Thanks to everyone who submitted their tales of terror in the field......!
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Reenactors Corner favourite Ludwig Topf joins Chris to talk about his experiences attending the recent Monty's Men private event in the UK. Billed as a "lived experience" , the emphasis was more focused on portraying the everyday life of a soldier than combat - an approach which Ludwig says he would like to see replicated at other private events.
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In the latest episode Chris and Ben discuss the best ways to sell-on your surplus reenacting gear . Maybe you’ve changed impressions , are looking for funds to upgrade your kit or simply want to de-clutter and make some space for even more gear!
We’ve got tips on how to decide on the best price, where to advertise and how to ship. Plus there’s news of an exciting business venture from Ben that’s designed to take the stress out of sellingIf you want to learn more about Ben Tracey's business contact him direct at [email protected] or find and message him on Facebook.
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Polizei impressions are rare amongst WW2 German Reenactors . In this episode Chris talks to Daniel from Norway about what inspired him to portray Polizei and the challenges of putting together an accurate impression. PLUS there’s an update on the bunker build in Norway that’s proved to be a big hit on YouTube!You can find Daniel on IG @schutzpolizei45
Also check out the bunker build on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ww2historyandreenacting
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The Flamethrower (Flammenwerfer) is seldom seen or used at WW2 public or private events - but that could be about to change! In this episode Casey Hogan joins Chris to talk about his new venture - reconditioning and supplying original WW2 flamethrowers. It goes without saying please never attempt to operate or restore a flamethrower without extensive training and experience - in short, don't try this at home !!
For more information on Casey's new venture check out
https://flamethrowerexpert.com/
or search for Flamethrowerexpert on Facebook, IG and YouTube.
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Controversy has always surrounded SS impressions within the hobby - in this episode Chris talks to a reenactor about his approach to portraying members of the Waffen SS, public reactions and how he navigates the controversy.
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As Chris is on vacation Ben steps up to talk to Zac Williams about how his academic studies have benefitted his reenacting career and how the Kursk event panned out this year, along with potential event scenarios for the future.
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In this episode Ludwig Topf returns to talk to Chris about his experiences at the recent Capel Military Show, a big public reenactment event in the UK.
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