The Militaria Podcast

Episode 23: KPD Part 1 - The Communist Spy who Infiltrated the Nazi Party and Survived (Feat. Connor Palmer)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:58:46 -0000

Connor Palmer joins the gang this week for the first of a multi-part series covering the KPD! In this episode, Connor discusses his personal family history relating to the KPD. Remarkably, his great grandfather was a KPD spy who infiltrated the NSDAP and SS and survived to tell the tale! Thank you to Connor for all of his hard work in assembling his research and sharing it with the podcast.

Joshua Doda

www.queencitymilitaria.com

William Kramer

www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino

www.war-relics.com

Episode 22: Veteran Organizations of the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the boys discuss the veterans organizations of the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany. Organizations discussed include the Der Stahlhelm, Kyffhäuserbund, Reichsbund jüdischer Frontsoldaten, Reichsbanner, NS-RKB, NS-KOV, and the post-war Kyffhäuserbund. Join us for a conversation about the history of these organizations and an examination of their flags, badges, insignia, and more.

Joshua Doda

www.queencitymilitaria.com

Billy Kramer

www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino

www.war-relics.com

Episode 21: The 2026 OVMS Show of Shows Recap

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Another year, another SOS. Join us for a breakdown of our experience at the 2026 OVMS Show of Shows! The weather was terrible, the Japanese food was excellent, and of course there were some horrors.

Episode 20: Hitler's License Plate, Soviet Secrets, My Grandpa, and the 2026 SOS.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:57:24 -0000

Join us for a discussion about the 2026 OVMS Show of Shows, followed by an interesting round of show and tell featuring a relic from a top secret Soviet aviation disaster, the license plate off of Adolf Hitler's armored Mercedes Benz, and grandpa stuff!

Episode 19: An Interview with Bill Panagopulos

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:00:00 -0000

The boys are joined this month by the owner of Alexander Historical Auctions, the legendary Bill Panagopulos! Bill has auctioned some of the most controversial and significant pieces of history, from Hitler's watch to Epstein's black book. Learn more about Bill, how he deals with controversy, and listen as he shares some wisdom from his time in the business.

Joshua Doda

www.queencitymilitaria.com

Billy Kramer

www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino

www.war-relics.com

Episode 18: The 2025 OVMS MAX Show Recap

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 12:24:42 -0000

Damn, is it already time for another recap episode? In this installment of The Militaria Podcast, the boys discuss the 2025 OVMS MAX Show. Is York Pennsylvania a Scooby Doo ghost town? How was the foot traffic this year? Can you handle spicy Indian food? We explore these topics, as well as a few snapshots from the weekend.

Check out the 2025 MAX Show Vlog here: • The OVMS MAX Show 2025 Vlog

Joshua Doda www.queencitymilitaria.com

William Kramer www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.war-relics.com

Episode 17: Aussprachemeisterschaft 2025!

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 11:44:49 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, it's the mf Aussprachemeisterschaft! The pronunciation championship of 2025! The boys compete to find out who can correctly pronounce a selection of German terms and phrases often found in the militaria community. Also featured: 2025 MAX Show predictions, dealers who won't ship your order, and an engagement!

Episode 16: Introduction to Militaria Terminology

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:47:21 -0000

On this installment of The Militaria Podcast, the gang discuss some commonly used terminology in the militaria collecting community, while providing examples from their websites or personal collections. Also featuring a reference of the 2003 MTV Reality Show "Room Raiders".

Joshua Doda www.queencitymilitaria.com

William Kramer www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.war-relics.com

Episode 15: Word to Your Mother! Examining the Nazi German Mother's Cross

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:38:59 -0000

In this episode, the boys discuss the Cross of Honour of the German Mother (aka The Mother's Cross) and it's rigorous award criteria, as well as miniature examples and unofficial private purchase badges. Josh does an investigation on the rumored Mother's Cross in Gold with Diamonds, and Billy shares some friendly emails.

Joshua Doda www.queencitymilitaria.com

Billy Kramer www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.war-relics.com

Episode 14: Your Account Has Been Banned

Sat, 10 May 2025 15:45:05 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the gang discusses the demise of SMG War Relics Youtube channel, as well as the broader subject of how to navigate social media as a militaria collector.

Joshua Doda www.queencitymilitaria.com

Billy Kramer www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.war-relics.com

Episode 13: A Beginners Guide to Soviet Orders

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0000

In this episode, the boys discuss three Soviet Orders that militaria collectors are likely to encounter in the wild - The Order of the Red Banner of Labour, The Order of the Patriotic War, and The Order of the Red Star - and how not to get ripped off when buying them! We also discuss the process of researching Soviet awards, share a couple WWII stories, and play a quick game of What's On Your Desk?

Quick clarification: The table medal shown at the end of the episode was awarded to SA members for their training of young riders. It is, in fact, not an HJ award. (Oops!)

Watch Dante's unboxing video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDwXb3Vmbcc

Joshua Doda www.queencitymilitaria.com

Billy Kramer www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.war-relics.com

Episode 12: The 2025 OVMS Show of Shows Recap

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:08:43 -0000

Join us for a discussion about the 2025 OVMS Show of Shows! We laughed, we cried, we ate a lot of food. Dante and Billy share some of their best finds from the show, and the gang decides who was the best dressed at the SOS.

Watch our SOS vlog here: • The OVMS Show Of Shows 2025 Vlog

Joshua Doda www.queencitymilitaria.com

Billy Kramer www.wehrmacht-militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.war-relics.com

Episode 11: The Pink Mystery Tunic (and SOS 2025 Pregame Show)

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 23:28:36 -0000

Don't you love it when you encounter a piece of militaria that you've never seen before, even as an experienced collector? This episode of The Militaria Podcast focuses on that concept! From handpainted footlockers, to pink dressage tunics in Nazi Germany, to fantasy items that have no basis in reality! Never able to stick to one single topic, the gang also talks about tips and tricks for the upcoming 2025 OVMS Show of Shows in Louisville KY.

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Episode 10: A Very Winterhilfswerk Christmas

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 19:14:53 -0000

On this Christmas Eve episode of The Militaria Podcast, the boys discuss the German Winterhilfswerk program, Icelandic Christmas traditions, New Years Resolutions, and Christmas related militaria items. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Episode 9: Discussing the Wehrpass & Soldbuch with Jonathan Bay

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:09:13 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the gang interviews a true expert on the Soldbuch, Jonathan Bay of Adler Militaria. In addition to a discussion on German documents, we learn about Jonny's work with Legenda Archaeology and his time spent as a volunteer in Ukraine.

Jonathan Bay www.adlermilitaria.com

Adler Militaria's Soldbuch Guide www.adlermilitaria.com/collector-material/

Legenda www.legenda-archaeology.com/

Ukrainian Military Historical Center "Memory & Glory" (The organisation Jonny worked with in Ukraine) www.facebook.com/slavaodessa.org

Paypal Address for donations to Memory & Glory strategyod@gmail.com

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Episode 8: An Interview With Gailen David

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:54:47 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the gang interviews Gailen David about his experiences as a dealer and collector of militaria. Gailen David is a pioneer in the hobby of collecting militaria, as well as an expert on edged weapons, and long time dealer. To round things off, we also play a game of "What's on your desk?"

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Episode 7: The 2024 MAX Show Recap

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:02:29 -0000

In this episode, the boys provide post-game analysis for the 2024 MAX Show! Also in this episode, Dante and Billy make their feelings known about Indian food and double IPAs, and we gather around the campfire for some spooky militaria ghost stories from Reddit.

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Episode 6: I'm Like Family At The Post Office

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:56:20 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the gang catches up after their summer break. Topics include the New Hampshire WWI Service Medal, identifying reproduction Holler daggers, the upcoming OVMS Max Show 2024, and the sometimes absurd emails we get as militaria dealers.

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Orchestral Music featured in the intro: "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley

Episode 5: An Interview with Benjamin Mack-Jackson

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 21:56:12 -0000

In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the gang is joined by WWII Veterans History Project founder and war correspondent Benjamin Mack Jackson for a discussion about his work documenting the stories of surviving WWII veterans, his recent trip to Normandy for the anniversary of D-Day, and his coverage of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

WWII Veterans History Project Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/WWIIVeteransHistoryProject

Ben's website: www.benmackjackson.com

The article authored by Ben, mentioned in this episode: www.timesofisrael.com/after-80-years-in-a-nazi-grave-jewish-american-wwii-hero-reburied-under-star-of-david/

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Orchestral Music featured in the intro: "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley

Episode 4: The Frauenschaft Episode

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 23:29:48 -0000

In this informative episode, the gang discusses the items and history of the NS-Frauenschaft and Frauenwerk (in addition to other women's badges and awards.) The second half of this video features a lot of visual elements, follow this link to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbWGN9c1EHk&t=3554s

Military Trader's Article on the NS-F: www.militarytrader.com/militaria-collectibles/frauenschaft-the-nazis-womens-league

NS-Frauenschaft Badge ID Guide: www.queencitymilitaria.com/podcast

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Orchestral Music featured in the intro: "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley

Episode 3: An Interview with Thomas Durante

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:17:35 -0000

In Episode 3 of The Militaria Podcast, Thomas Durante joins the show to discuss his experiences as an admin of Wehrmacht Awards Forum and an author of several reference books on the subject of German militaria.

To purchase reference material: www.bdpublish.com/

Wehrmacht Awards Forum: www.wehrmacht-awards.com/forums/

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Orchestral Music featured in the intro: "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley

Episode 2: Just Because I Own A Samurai Sword...

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:22:04 -0000

In Episode 2 of The Militaria Podcast, the gang discusses what how non-collectors perceive the hobby, what brings new collectors into the hobby, and the current ban on sales of German militaria in Australia - along with some great show and tell items!

To see a complete list of available streaming platforms: https://linktr.ee/themilitariapodcast

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Orchestral Music featured in the intro: "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley

Episode 1: Ya Gotta Remember The Hyphen

Sun, 12 May 2024 00:22:04 -0000

Episode 1: Ya Gotta Remember The Hyphen

Join us for the first episode of the new podcast from Queen City Militaria, Wehrmacht-Militaria, and SMG War-Relics! In this episode of The Militaria Podcast, the boys handle introductions, accidentally decide on a bi-weekly podcast schedule while recording, and play a game of "What's on your desk?"

William Kramer www.Wehrmacht-Militaria.com

Dante Gambino www.War-relics.com

Joshua Doda www.Queencitymilitaria.com

Orchestral Music featured in the intro: "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley