Warhammer 40,000
A 4-part mini-series about a sci-fi tabletop wargame turned media empire called Warhammer 40,000. We even make the case that Warhammer 40,000 is the perfect hobby, and we’ll support the claim by talking to the people who play it and even the people who made it.
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What do you get when you cross J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle Earth with The Beatles and measuring tapes?
Warhammer 40,000, that’s what.
Meet the immersive universe of Warhammer 40,000—a tabletop war game game turned multimedia empire. From its humble 1970s origins, this hobby has evolved into a unique blend of science fiction, fantasy, and dystopian elements. Through this 4-part mini-series, we’ll unravel the threads of Warhammer 40,000, examining its roots with insights from Rick Priestley, the game's original creator, as well as Andy Chambers, Rick’s successor. We’ll meet players and enthusiasts who breathe life into this thriving subculture, and discover how this pastime transforms into a powerful hobby with the 4 elements of what makes a hobby, well, a hobby.
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ABOUT NICHE TO MEET YOU
The statistics on loneliness are shocking. The US Surgeon General released a report in 2023 about the importance of social interaction to curb the loneliness and isolation epidemic. The report says that even before COVID, approximately half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Dr. Vivek Murthy is even going so far as to develop an entire national campaign to encourage social interaction to save humanity. Hobbies will literally save our lives.
AND, hobbies help us better understand each other.
The little things that construct meaning and purpose for us don’t just provide health benefits, they remind us that we are all part of a larger whole. When we learn more about other people’s unique interests we better appreciate the world around us and we can embrace and celebrate our differences. We find belonging in a sea of loneliness.
We are all a little miss-fit, but the statistics are undeniable: We need to find ways to connect with others.
The Niche to Meet You podcast, hosted by Leslie Thompson, profiles hobbies and niche subcultures where misfits are finding home through mini-series and individual interviews. Learn more about Leslie and the show here.
