The Coolant Pod
Jesty, Nitroburst, Pirate and Tweezer
0
The Coolant Pod is a BattleTech podcast focused on the MechCommander Review Circuit (MRC) community. It covers BattleTech topics, community discussions, and MechCommander-related content. The show is hosted by Jesty, Nitroburst, Pirate, and Tweezer. It serves fans interested in the MRC and the wider BattleTech universe.
Osad
-
Ep:71 - Battletech Invades Music City 20.09.2026 2t 11minIt's another year of the MRC Birthday Bash at Nashcon and here is our recap. Pirate and Tweezer attended this "not a tournament" ...well... tournament? It's always fun to see old friends and meet new ones while we're beating the crap out of each other with stompy robots. We are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy! -
Ep: 70 - Hard Core Mechs 01.09.2026 1t 42minIn this episode of the Coolant Pod, we crack open the newly dropped Core Box set and go through the variants of what's in the box. Mostly decent, some amazing and some...less so. We are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:69 - Burning the Candle at Both Ends 05.08.2026 1t 49minThe Coolant Pod is joined by special guest Steve (Sol Roth) of the Mechbay podcast and we all have a "free" cathartic therapy session as we talk about burn out and why it's not necessarily a bad thing.We are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:68 - Mechs of the Living Dead 20.07.2026 1t 24minRight now, the Battletech world is focused on the upcoming new core box set. So what does the Coolant Pod do? How about a force pack review of an old product you can only get from Ironwind Metals? In this episode, we dive into the units that make up the Undead Lance pack and how we would use them in our games.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:67 - It's a Character Thing 06.07.2026 1t 37minJesty, Nitro and Pirate have a bit more of a role playing discussion on character alignments and how some of our favorite (or reviled) characters would stack up on a classic alignment chart. We also talk about how you could use alignments to help roleplay your games of Battletech and add new layers.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:66 - You Have 20 Seconds To Comply 02.06.2026 1t 54minIt's May again so that means it's time for the Coolant Pod's annual trek to Detroit and try to avoid getting shot while rolling our own crits. In this episode, Pirate and Tweezer recount our weekend at Motor City Mayhem 2026 and all the explosions and hilarity that ensued there.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:65 - PBI's 13.05.2026 2t 2minSometimes it's not all giant stompy robots which win or lose your game of Battletech. Occasionally it's just some dude on foot with a gun who wasn't even supposed to be here today that players pin their game hopes on. We have a special guest, Inypt, on this episode to talk all about infantry and how to use them in both Alpha Strike and Classic.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
EP:64 - Brian Caches and Dragons 22.04.2026 1t 57minNot all games of Battletech are turn based tabletop wargames, some of them involve nothing more than a character sheet and a bit of imagination. In this episode the Pod goes through creating RPG characters for A Time of War and then Traveler. Join us with special guest Jason Hansa as we dive into the roleplaying side of the BT universe.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:63 - The Periphery's Most Introverted Superpower 06.04.2026 1t 35minIn this episode, we try to talk through the Outworlds Alliance - one of the lesser known periphery powers which has become a much more integral part of the storyline since merging with a certain flock of Ravens. We'll cover history of both of these factions independently and what happens after they get together, some key units and paint schemes of course.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:62 - Ibuprofen and Energy Drinks 23.03.2026 2t 13minBrawl in the Bluegrass 2026 has come and gone for this year. Special correspondent Jason Hansa joins the pod to talk about his and Pirate's experiences playing in the event and just the overall weekend experience. It's a long one, so buckle up buttercup.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:61 - We're On a Mission from God 11.03.2026 2t 4minWe may not be trying to get the band back together, but good mission design is a key feature that can make or break a game of Battletech. In this episode, we discuss some of the key elements that make good missions and we go over the Brawl in the Bluegrass 2026 mission pack (albeit with recommending a few changes during recording that made it to the final version of those missions).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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:60 - Sweaty Betty 25.02.2026 1t 49minWhat happens when you get a bunch of try hard, win at all costs gamers together with no restrictions? Or just walk outside in Alabama in late July? Buckets of Sweat. But what does that mean really? And how should players or organizers approach an event where it can show up? Jesty, Nitro and Pirate dive in to share our thoughts.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:59 - Rise of the Shogunate 08.02.2026 1t 30minWe recently got new plastic released to the public, so it's time to talk through what's in the Kurita Command Force Pack and decide which units are the gems and duds for both Classic and Alpha Strike.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:58 - Turning of the Season 21.01.2026 1t 15minWith the new year, we have a new season of the MRC upon us. And we think you're going to like the changes that are coming in MRC Season 6. Join us as Jesty and Tweezer walk through what's changed, why and how these changes are going to make it easier to get more MRC games in.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!Link for MRC Season 6: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LiAgugTN2Tp1Oit5OeyX900gWeN71oUP/view?usp=sharingLink for Jesty's YouTube video covering the changes: https://youtu.be/Sb_C0KtxLYY
-
Ep: 57 - A Southern Classic: smothered, covered and chunked 23.12.2025 1t 45minFinally able to get all the schedules in place to record our overview of the Classic tournament at Southern assault with honorary host JEM a.k.a. Jason Hansa and special guests Kaiserfalk and Lord Carbon.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:56 - Acing the Competition 09.12.2025 1t 6minWith all the hype about the new Aces box, it's time to learn about what the units that come in it can do on the table top. Welcome to a supersized force pack review of the mechs and vehicles that come in Aces: Scouring Sands.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:55 - Southern Fried Alpha Strike 27.11.2025 1t 50minWhat happens with the Coolant Pod and some friends go to the largest Battletech tournament in North America? Endorsements and riches beyond our wildest dreams? nah, not even close. Bears in the woods? getting there... Pizza and Waffle House and Explosions...in that order? THERE WE GO! Special guest Kaiserfalk joins us to walk through the 6 games of Alpha Strike played at Southern Assault and why YOU should come to this event next year.https://tabletop.events/conventions/southern-assault-2025We 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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:54 - The Bear Necessities 04.11.2025 2t 2minIn our first episode of season 3, we have a wonderful guest and exciting topic. Dan Zehner, owner of Bear Cavalry Paints stopped by to talk about his background, hobbying, the products Bear Cavalry produces and all kinds of other stories. These paints have quickly become fan favorites with everyone who tries them and we're exited to have our first ever hobby focused episode of The Coolant Pod.Link to Bear Cavalry: https://www.bearcavalrypaints.com/Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bearcavalrypaints/?hl=enWe 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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:53 - Drop It Like It's Hot 19.10.2025 1t 39minSlightly different format for the Coolant Pod for this episode but we hope you will enjoy. Tonight, Jesty and Pirate are doing a recap of the recent Desert Hot Drop tournament in Las Vegas, NV with special guests: Chandler from On the Origins of Battlemechs, Matt the Northman from the Valhalla Club and our friend Phaz (also known as Phil).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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
-
Ep:52 - The Coolant Pod Turns TWO 06.10.2025 2t 15minWhat a long strange trip it has been. Four guys who decided one day "Hell, we should start a podcast. Maybe someone would listen." And now we've been doing this for two full years. This episode is a retrospective and look forward. We dive into our own backstories with Battletech, talk about how this podcast came about, the lessons we've painfully learned and where we want to go with this podcast in the future.Tell us in the comments or the MRC discord what YOUR favorite episodes have been. What have you liked? What didn't quite hit for you? What would you like to see us doing for ANOTHER two years. Hopefully you all stick around for that ride.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: https://www.patreon.com/TheCoolantPodWe are officially sponsored by Fortress Games and Miniatures, and highly recommend Bobby for all of your Battletech and hobby related purchases: https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.comWe'd love your feedback on what we are doing well, suck at, or anything in between. Feel free to hit us up on the MRC Discord: https://discord.gg/UnwFRV4xha or at [email protected] you enjoy!
Sarnased taskuhäälingud
Populaarne riigis
See taskuhääling on ka nende riikide taskuhäälingute edetabelites.
