The Coolant Pod

Jan 14 2025 35 ep. 81 mins 12
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Welcome to the premier Battletech podcast focused on the MRC, Mechcommander Review Circuit, community!

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Ep:35 - You Reave What You Sow

Jan 14 2025 125 mins  
In this episode, the Coolant Pod is joined by a special guest, author extraordinaire Jason Hansa and we dive headfirst into the lore surrounding one of the most mysterious factions in Battletech: The Society. And, in true Coolant Pod fashion, we meander into the rest of the "bad guys" from the Wars of Reaving era. Jason's books: Amazon list Battletech Onslaught: https://a.co/d/eN

Ep:34 - Flushing the Pods for 2024

Dec 31 2024 99 mins  
Another year comes to a close and the Pod reflects on the past year with fond memories then we discuss what events, personal growth goals and other hijinks we are looking forward to in 2025. We very much appreciate our Patreons who have been generous in supporting us to keep making more content. If you would like to become a Patreon of the Coolant Pod, please visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠�

Ep:33 - Christmas with the Pod

Dec 16 2024 110 mins  
Welcome to the latest episode of The Coolant Pod! We've been good MechCommanders this year so we're sharing our Battletech wish lists with Catalyst Claus! Come listen in to the things we'd like to see happen with the IP, lore, products, everything. Hopefully someone from CGL listens and decides all our ideas are gold and puts them into production immediately! We very much apprecia

Ep:32 - Charge of the Clan Brigade

Dec 02 2024 101 mins  
Welcome to the latest episode of The Coolant Pod! We're doing another force pack review and break down the pros and cons of the mechs in the Clan Cavalry Star force pack in both Classic and Alpha Strike with our special guest for this episode, FunkSoulBrother. We very much appreciate our Patreons who have been generous in supporting us to keep making more content. If you would lik

Ep:31-All My Hexes Live in Texas

Nov 17 2024 101 mins  
Welcome to the latest episode of The Coolant Pod. This time around we'll "briefly" recap the SoCal Open, and listen to Pirates adventures at Southern Assault IV, and then we'll get into discussing maps for both Alpha Strike and Classic. What makes a good map? What makes a bad map? We'll answer these questions and more in this extra long episode for your listening pleasure. Also, P

Ep:30 - Sameron Heat

Nov 03 2024 57 mins  
There's yet another new megamek event coming up in the MRC - Cameron Heat. In this episode, we welcome Sam a.k.a. DesertDream to the show to talk about his upcoming event and the lists we have built to participate in it. We are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠�

Ep:29 - Have Fun Assaulting the Fortress!!!

Oct 20 2024 104 mins  
Let me explain. No, there is too much. Let me sum up: Welcome to a new episode where we get up close and personal with a veritable legend in the Battletech community - Bobby Ash. And then we give him a mic and a soapbox. We'll talk about Fortress Minis and Games, a Battletech museum and even might drag a few hints out of Bobby for what to expect at Southern Assault in a couple of w

Episode 28 - Regulators! MOUNT UP!

Oct 06 2024 73 mins  
Welcome to a new episode where we look at what happens when a faction considers nuclear fallout to be an acceptable response to the social snub of not getting an invitation to your birthday party. Welcome to Regulus! We are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Episode 27 - Mech Commander Finishing School

Sep 22 2024 106 mins  
The Coolant Pod has crossed the 26 episode mark and have officially produced a full year's worth of content!!!! Have you ever wanted to get out and competitively roll dice with a BUNCH of other Battletech fans? In this episode, we tackle how to prepare for a Battletech tournament and what you should be thinking about day of the event. We are officially sponsored by Fortress G

Episode 26 - Feeling Secure in our Mech-hood

Sep 08 2024 65 mins  
Welcome to another episode where Jesty, Pirate and Tweezer look at one of the new Kickstarter force packs - The Inner Sphere Security Lance. We'll talk about what you can and can't expect when fielding these units (or facing off against them) in both Classic and Alpha Strike. We are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all o