Renegade HPG Podcast

Celebrating the BattleTech universe and enriching the gaming experience of those whose imagination is inspired by life (and combat) in the 31st century, one conversation at a time.

Loren L. Coleman 11/06/2023

Loren L. Coleman Loren L. Coleman is a writer and the Owner/CEO of Catalyst Game Labs. In this conversation we talk about his early contributions to the BattleTech IP as a writer, focusing on his first two novels Double Blind and Binding Force. Later we turn our attention to his company, his experience as the steward of the BattleTech license, and what lies ahead for the franchise. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/28533590

Sven van der Plank 07/21/2023

Sven van der Plank Tex of the Black Pants Legion joins me as co-host as we welcome Sven van der Plank to the podcast. Sven is a content creator for BattleTech and has created an expansive library of documentary style lore videos exploring the vast history of the Inner Sphere. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/27480819

Brent Evans 07/16/2023

Brent Evans Brent Evans is the Art Director for Catalyst Game Labs and BattleTech /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/27480015

Nickolas Smith 03/17/2023

Nickolas Smith Nickolas Smith is the owner of Virtual World Entertainment. Preserving technology is at the core of the BattleTech universe and the BattleTech pods were the driving force behind almost all of the IP's early development decisions. Nickolas was a longtime fan and customer that jumped at the opportunity to save some of that technology from obscurity. In the process, he became a steward of BatteTech's most immersive opportunity. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/26263035

Robert Skir 03/06/2022

Robert Skir Robert Skir was one of two writers that scripted BattleTech The Animated Series, which aired in 1994. His other writing credits include X-Men: The Animated Series, Batman: The Animated Series, Gargoyles, Godzilla: The Series, and dozens more. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/22353659

Sam Lewis 02/02/2022

Sam Lewis Sam Lewis worked on BattleTech as a game developer at FASA from 1987 to 1995. His role there largely encompassed what is now considered the line developer, shaping the BattleTech universe and it's evolution in both storyline and as a commercial product. Sam eventually moved into the Vice-President, and later President's role at FASA, and is credited on a myriad of projects that shaped the community's experience with the IP. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/21932459

Kurt Weldon 01/18/2022

Kurt Weldon Kurt Weldon was a Producer for BattleTech The Animated Series, which aired in 1994. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/21807611

Thunderhead Studio 12/19/2021

Thunderhead Studio Christopher Wailes is an Army veteran, miniature painter, and 3D designer and has been playing BattleTech for well over two decades. He can be found streaming on Twitch via his channel, Thunderhead Studio. There you can find him painting and chatting up his audience several evenings each week. Trinity City is his signature line of 3D printed cityscapes and can be found through Steel Warrior Studios (which also sells through this channel's sponsor, Fortress Miniatures and Games). /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/21536462

Timothy Seals 09/10/2021

Timothy Seals Timothy Seals is an electronic composer from Perth, Australia. In 2015 he released his first cover album for Jeehun Hwang's award winning MechWarrior 2 Video Game Soundtrack, A New Dawn. Earlier this year, he released an expanded cover including tracks from both MechWarrior 2 and MechWarrior 2 Mercenaries, A New Dawn (Bred for War Edition). Frequent guest DC Bruins, creator of MechWarrior Bulldogs and an aspiring composer himself joins me as co-host to talk with Timothy about these projects and more. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/20426810

Nic Jansma 08/25/2021

Nic Jansma Nic Jansma started Sarna.net at the age of 12 as a hub of BattleTech related links. 12 years later he launched the Wiki that stands today as the definitive resource for BattleTech fans searching for details about the Inner Sphere and beyond. In this conversation we take a look behind the scenes of Sarna.net and how the community can best access and support this wonderful resource. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/20260793

Roundtable Discussion w/Tex, Stackpole, and Pardoe 08/17/2021

Roundtable Discussion w/Tex, Stackpole, and Pardoe Creative juggernauts collide in this roundtable discussion of all things BattleTech. Tex, Michael Stackpole, and Blaine Lee Pardoe muse on everything from how neurohelmets work to what our 'Mech's paint job would be if we were a Solaris gladiator! /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/20164751

Joel Biske 08/07/2021

Joel Biske Joel Biske worked with the FASA Corporation from 1989 through 1998, first as a staff artist and eventually as Art Director. In this conversation we explore Joel's contribution to the visuals of the early BattleTech universe. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/19989710

Eldon Cowgur 07/31/2021

Eldon Cowgur Eldon Cowgur is a comic artist, illustrator, and graphic designer that has produced illustrations for Tex Talks BattleTech and Catalyst Game Labs. In this conversation we explore Eldon's history with the genre, personal style, and recent contributions to the portfolio of modern BattleTech art. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/19989632

Christopher Ings 06/19/2021

Christopher Ings Christopher Ings created Clan Fox in 1996 after seeing a passing mention of it in official FASA product. That moniker was later abandoned by FASA for what would eventually become the named home world clans, but Chris' own version of that Clan continues to live on in his play group to this day. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/19513094

Marco Mazzoni 04/26/2021

Marco Mazzoni Marco Mazzoni is the Senior Concept Artist at Harebrained Schemes and is frequently recruited by Catalyst Game Labs to create illustrations for their BattleTech products. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/18861542

Kevin Hansen and Yuval Kordov 03/28/2021

Kevin Hansen and Yuval Kordov Kevin Hansen @hansen_bricks and Yuval Kordov @gothbricks2000 create fantastic custom LEGO builds that are from or inspired by 'Mechs in the BattleTech universe. In this episode Kevin and Yuval join me to talk about those creations, their build process, inspirations, and tips for new builders looking to pick up the hobby. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/18496037

Roundtable Discussion w/Alex, Brent, and Bishop 03/13/2021

Roundtable Discussion w/Alex, Brent, and Bishop Travis from Renegade HPG brings Alex Iglesias, Brent Stewart, and Bishop Steiner together for a deep dive into the finer details of BattleMechs. Rule of cool and hand waving be damned, we overthink the hell out of our favorite make believe war machines in this episode! /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/18240509

Roundtable Discussion w/Tex, Bruins, and Bishop 03/08/2021

Roundtable Discussion w/Tex, Bruins, and Bishop Travis from Renegade HPG invites Tex of the Black Pants Legion, D.C. Bruins (aka sirdubdub) and Bishop Steiner to hang out on Zoom and talk BattleTech for a couple hours. Mayhem and hilarity ensue. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/18239615

Florian Mellies 02/28/2021

Florian Mellies Florian Mellies is a 2D and 3D artist in the BattleTech community whose unofficial and official work can be found on both DeviantArt and Patreon under the tag, SpOoKy777. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/18128144

Anthony Scroggins 02/01/2021

Anthony Scroggins Anthony Scroggins is the Art Director for Catalyst Game Labs. Under the tag Shimmering Sword, Anthony has produced an expansive library of both official and unofficial artwork for the BattleTech IP. Most recently, Anthony and his team have been responsible for the design all of the new miniature sculpts for the massively successful Clan Invasion Kickstarter. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/17771315

Robert N. Charrette 01/02/2021

Robert N. Charrette Robert N. Charrette is one of the founding fathers of the BattleTech universe. His novels Wolves on the Border and Heir to the Dragon are considered by many to be the pinnacle of BattleTech writing and the miniatures he sculpted have helped generations of gamers bring that world to life on the table top. In this conversation we explore his experiences from the early days of BattleTech, Ral Partha, and FASA, share insights into Robert's stories and characters, and muse on all things BattleTech. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/17279426

Alex Iglesias 12/27/2020

Alex Iglesias Alex Iglesias (aka flyingdebris) has illustrated many of the iconic covers that grace modern BattleTech sourcebooks and box sets. As concept artist for MechWarrior Online, he has redefined the look of BattleMechs for a entire generation of the IP's online devotees. In this episode we explore Alex's fandom and how he translates the BattleTech universe into the visual medium for it's fans. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/17190611

Michael Stackpole 12/14/2020

Michael Stackpole Michael Stackpole is one of the founding fathers of the BattleTech universe. His Warrior and Blood of Kerensky trilogies were both pivotal in laying the foundation of the early lore. Mike has been a stalwart contributor to this universe ever since and his novels have consistently guided fans through the most pivotal moments of BattleTech history. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/17190551

Bishop Steiner 12/14/2020

Bishop Steiner Bishop Steiner is a prolific artist whose sketches include line art, dynamic battle scenes, and humorous riffs for all thing BattleTech. In this episode we explore Bishop's art, influences, and expansive insights into the BattleTech universe. Plus of course, why the UrbanMech is so great :) /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/17188631

Tex 11/16/2020

Tex Tex and his team at the Black Pants Legion have been bringing the BattleTech universe to life with their Tex Talks BattleTech series for over two years now. In this episode we dive behind the scenes to explore what goes into producing those episodes, muse on the story telling potential contained within the Inner Sphere (and beyond), and reflect on the talented artists that are helping to bring that universe to life. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/16799792

Peter Sundholm and Terry Borer 11/09/2020

Peter Sundholm and Terry Borer BattleTech: The Trading Card Game 1997 and 1998 World Champions Peter Sundholm and Terry Borer reunite after over two decades to reminisce about one of their favorite CCGs. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/16730177

Michael Todd 11/02/2020

Michael Todd Michael Todd is a lifelong BattleTech fan that has produced an expansive library of fan made material for the universe. In addition to these creations, his document "Unseen" provides a comprehensive account of the legal and product history for the BattleTech IP. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/16643309

Blaine Lee Pardoe 10/24/2020

Blaine Lee Pardoe Blaine Lee Pardoe is one of the original and most prolific writers for the BattleTech universe. In this conversation we explore his experiences with the IP, insights into the creative process, and storytelling opportunities yet to come. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/16526438

BattleTech TCG (Part 1.2) | Deck Building, Gameplay, Meta Analysis 10/24/2020

BattleTech TCG (Part 1.2) | Deck Building, Gameplay, Meta Analysis Guests Michael Cohen and Chester Hendrix join me as we explore one of Richard Garfield's original card games, Battletech The Trading Card Game. In this 2nd of 2 parts we explore game play, basic tactics, a detailed review of key cards, and everything you need to know to play the game online or in person with friends. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/16526384

BattleTech TCG (Part 1.1) | History, Design, Legacy 09/01/2020

BattleTech TCG (Part 1.1) | History, Design, Legacy Guests Michael Cohen and Chester Hendrix join me as we explore one of Richard Garfield's original card games, BattleTech The Trading Card Game. In this 1st of 2 parts we dive into the history, design, and legacy of the game. /episode/index/show/renegadehpg/id/15830309

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