On May 5-6, 1864, the Union Army of the Potomac and the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia clashed in the thick, dense woodlands of Spotsylvania & Orange Counties; an area that was known as "The Wilderness" (the site of the previous year's battle at Chancellorsville). This engagement was also the first time that Robert E. Lee was pitted against Ulysses S. Grant, and it marked the beginning of the bloodiest military campaign of the entire American Civil War. On this episode, Avery, Codie & Tony are joined by Rebekah Ryer and Jeff Martin to hash out the beginning of the 1864 Overland Campaign, and Avery's favorite Civil War clash. The gang discusses the horrors of the battle, the role of leadership on both sides, and how the Union achieved a larger success at the Wilderness than history has given them credit for, as well as Grant's big ol' d**k! Strap in for one of our most fun episodes yet! Enjoy!

Hello everyone! On this episode of Battles & Banter Podcast, Avery, Codie & Tony get together for the final nonfiction installment of the "Remastered/Rebooted/Remade" series: The Battle of Ia Drang Valley (LZ X-Ray & LZ Albany), as seen in the 2002 film "We Were Soldier". The Ia Drang battles marked the first major battle of the American phase of the Vietnam War, and the guys tackle it again for the second time with improved audio. Also, Avery enjoys some Tacos, Codie reveals a new podcast idea named "Cardigans and Chitchat", and Tony gives Ken Burns a new name. Strap in for a good time that'll help you through this pandemic mess. Enjoy!

Hey everybody! Hope you're all keeping sane as best you can out there. This week on Battles & Banter, Avery, Codie & Tony are joined by the LT himself, Justin Voithofer, for their newest addition to the "Remastered/Rebooted/Remade" Series: The Invasion of Normany on June 6, 1944 during World War II, more famously known as D-Day. Avery has trouble pronouncing Cotentin Peninsula, Tony keeps everybody laughing, Codie gets lost (connection-wise) a few times, and Justin wonders what he got himself into. Strap in for a hilarous ride with improved audio this time around. Enjoy!

"Shut Your Mouth and Wash Your Hands!" Hope everyone is staying sane as best they can with the Covid-19 Pandemic, and the ensuing Quarantine we're now under. On this episode, Avery & Codie are joined by Jake Wynn of "Pennsylvania in the Civil War" & "Wynning History" to discuss the 1918 outbreak of the Spanish Influenza around the world, and the response of the military to combat it. The guys talk about the extent of the epidemic's toll on the world population, and how it tied in with the climatic ending of World War I. They also talk about current events and hopefully help put things in perspective for all of us going through this major historical event. Here's something to pass the time. Enjoy!

On this episode of Battles & Banter, Avery returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with co-host Jeff Martin and newcomer Aaron St. Phard to discuss where it all started to come together; the Battle of New York from "The Avengers" (2012). The guys geek out over the best moments from that fight, and analyze the strengths and weaknesses of both sides. They also get a chance to bring things full circle by briefly discussing the Battle of Upstate New York (otherwise known as the Battle of Avengers HQ or Battle of the Gauntlet) from "Avengers Endgame". If you like geeking out over all things Marvel, as well as talking military tactics, then this is the episode for you! Enjoy!

In this next installment of the "Remastered/Rebooted/Remade" Series, Avery, Tony & Codie wrap up the Gettysburg Trilogy by discussing the events of July 3rd, 1863. The guys discuss the bloody, morning fight on Culp's Hill, the clash at East Cavalry Field and the most climactic event of the entire battle: "Pickett's Charge". Strap in for the explosive finale of the Battle of Gettysburg Trilogy filled with improved audio, big laughs, and Codie's returning facial hair. Enjoy!

For the second installment of the "Remastered/Rebooted/Remade" Series, Codie shaves his beard, and Avery, Codie & Tony discuss the Second Day of the Battle of Gettysburg. On July 2nd, 1863, the Union Army of the Potomac & the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia clashed in one of the bloodiest single days of combat of the entire American Civil War. The guys discuss the events of the day, what the major historical takeaways are, and Codie's boyish, shaved face. Strap in for a hilarious ride with greatly improved audio compared to the original episode....oh, and Codie shaved his beard. Enjoy!

Well it's been awhile but the original trinity is back together again! Avery, Codie & Tony reunite in 2020 to write the wrongs of the past...or in this case, redo the first episodes that had to be axed for poor audio quality. Introducing the Remastered/Rebooted/Remade series of episodes that begins with The Battle of Gettysburg, Part I. The guys discuss the eventful and chaotic First Day of the famous Civil War battle and how important it was to shaping the rest of the battle...and possibly the war itself. Enjoy!

For the first new episode of 2020, Avery is joined by Justin Voithofer and Ryan Quint to discuss the "The Battle that Saved Washington": The Battle of Monocacy Junction that was fought outside of Frederick, Maryland on July 9th, 1864. The three friends banter about the importance of Monocacy, what exactly makes it so unique compared to other major battles fought north of the Potomac River during the Civil War, and as always, poke fun at one another while doing so. Enjoy!

We solemnly swear that we are up to no good! On the final episode of 2019, Battles & Banter Podcast visits the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to examine the final showdown between good and evil at the Battle of Hogwarts. Avery is joined by his good friends Meg Gaulding and Rebekah Oakes, who are die-hard Harry Potter fans who help reinvigorate Avery's dormant love for the franchise. With a lot of pandering to their designated Houses, Avery, Meg & Becky discuss the pros & cons on both sides of the battle, which casualty of war hurt the most, and which of their Houses would have the best tactical advantages on the battlefield. So kick back and relax with some high quality entertainment as the B&B crew close out 2019 in style. Happy New Year!