May 19, 2022

Whats the average life span of a reenactment unit ? Five years? Ten years maybe ? Eventually logistical challenges, changes in personal circumstances , dramas and the dreaded "burn out" take their toll. In this edition of the Reenactors Corner podcast Chris and Ben talk to Rudi Lange about how his GD unit has survived...

May 5, 2022

The Stahlhelm is perhaps one of the most iconic items of kit worn by members of the German Armed Forces in WW2. In this episode Chris and Ben take a deep dive describing the various models, comparing the pros and cons of buying and wearing originals versus reproductions and also discuss helmets worn by other nations...

Apr 21, 2022

Since we began back in 2019 we've featured many of the big names in German WW2 Reenacting - but, as the new season kicks in across the Northern Hemisphere, this time it's our turn to sit in the hot seat as we answer as many questions as we can sent in by our listeners. Topics range from our thoughts on what makes an...

Apr 7, 2022

Many reenacting units count former members of the military amongst their ranks - but how does simulated combat feel for those who have taken part in the real thing, and do vets necessarily make good reenactors? In this episode Chris and Ben meet Alex, a former US Marine who served in the Iraq Conflict, to hear his take...

Mar 24, 2022

Recently we asked our listeners via social media what their opinions are about the current state of WW2 German Reenacting in their area. We were overwhelmed by the response and, in this episode, Chris and Ben discuss what people had to say and discover that, although opinions may differ around the world, we have...