They say that age is just a state of mind but is that true in our hobby ? Whether you're a new reenactor or a seasoned veteran join Chris and new regular co-host Ben as they discuss the various stages that reenactors go through as life progresses  and priorities both inside and outside of the hobby.

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If you are tiring of front-line reenacting and looking for a new challenge in 2022 why not think about taking on a specialist role?

Both German and Russian WW2 armed forces included a whole range of specialist roles from radio-operator to cobbler and clerk. In this episode Chris talks to fellow Reenactor Brittany about the pros and cons of adopting a specialist role and finds out why events don't always have to be about reenacting front line combat.

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For some reenactors 2021 will be a year they would rather forget, for others its been a productive year thats given them time to expand their knowledge and improve their impression. In this final episode of 2021 Chris is joined by Rudi Lange from the US and Ludwig Topf from the UK to reflect on a year that saw so many events cancelled or postponed. Plus we'll be hearing what kind of year its been for our listeners and there's also news about some exciting changes coming to the podcast in 2022 !

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In this episode Chris is joined by weapons expert Casey Hogan for a deep dive into the world of German WW2 machine guns. They talk about whether it is best to use original or replica weapons at reenactments and discuss the best ways to strive for authenticity. It goes without saying that guns laws differ from state to state and from country to country so please check the regulations wherever you are going to reenact to ensure that you stay the right side of the law.

You can find Casey's Youtube channel by following this link

https://www.youtube.com/c/ColonelHoganFilm

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For most reenactors undertaking long road trips is a fact of life if they are going to attend events. In the episode Chris and Ben talk about the maximum distance they are prepared to travel and give tips and advice on the best ways to plan and survive a long trip in a car weighed down with reenacting gear, food supplies and members of your unit.

For some WW2 German Reenactors adopting a historical persona at events really enhances their enjoyment of the hobby - whilst others cringe at the idea of researching and playing a character other than themselves. In this episode of the Reenactors Corner podcast Chris talks to Rudi Lange and Willi Graf about the pros and cons of first person reenacting. 

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Most WW2 Reenacting events take place over two or three days but how would you feel about taking part in a longer event? The upside could be more opportunity to create a truly immersive experience but, in the digital age, how practical is it to attempt to detach from work, family or other commitments for longer periods of time? In this episode Chris talks to fellow Reenactor Felix Muller about planning and taking part in longer events..

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As Halloween approaches, join us as we share more spooky stories of strange happenings that have taken place at WW2 Reeanctments......

In this episode Chris talks to Ludwig Topf from the UK who started German reenacting at the age of 10 and now, at 24, runs his own Feldherrnhalle Unit. They discuss how reenacting in the UK has fared over the course of the Covid Pandemic and the challenges of portraying a unit that perhaps has more historical political connotations than others...

You can follow  Ludwig's Feldherrnhalle unit on Facebook

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Recently we asked you via our Facebook page what one thing would you like to see happen in WW2 Reenacting that you think could really improve the hobby. We got an overwhelming response and in this episode Chris is joined by fellow Reenactors Ben Tracey and Wilhelm Graf to discuss your suggestions.

We recorded this episode at an event so the sound quality isn't up to our usual high standard but we hope that doesn't spoil your enjoyment and thank you to everyone who sent in their ideas !

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