So Long… – Wargaming Recon #320

About this episode

In this episode, Jonathan reflects on his journey as a host, shares personal milestones, and discusses a family health crisis while announcing the final year of the podcast.

In this episode of Wargaming Recon, I reflect deeply on my journey as the host, sharing both personal milestones and pivotal life events that have influenced the creation and sustainability of this podcast. After a hiatus beginning in Fall 2025, I am back to engage with the community that has supported me through numerous challenges and joys. I take this moment to express my gratitude for Robert Dunn and Peter Bryant who stepped in during my absence, and their contributions have been invaluable to keeping the community alive. The focus of this episode is also on a significant family health crisis. In a heartfelt revelation, I share the news of my mother's battle with stage one, grade three uterine cancer. Her diagnosis was a shocking development, and I discuss how her surgical recovery has provided hope amidst the emotional turmoil. My family's experiences navigating this difficult time have instilled in me a profound appreciation for life, the power of resilience, and the incredible support from loved ones. Moreover, this episode marks a critical announcement: the coming year will be the final year for Wargaming Recon. After over two decades of episodes, I emphasize how integral…

People in this episode

Host: Jonathan J. Reinhart

Topics covered

• personal journey
• family health crisis
• community support
• podcast sustainability
• resilience
• farewell

Keywords

• Wargaming Recon
• podcast
• family health
• cancer
• community
• resilience
• farewell
• personal growth
• support