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Author: Kevin McCann
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A queer-led actual play podcast about Soviet airwomen. We follow them fighting to survive during a campaign of bombing against the Nazis. This show is based on the exploits of the real life Night Witches.
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This episode of WING WOMEN contains subject matter and themes that some listeners may find disturbing. A list of content warnings and time stamps can be found at the bottom of the episode description.The witches fly their final missions at Trud Gornyaka. For some, it's their final mission ever. Who will advance, and who will be grounded? Will our beloved characters live to fly again and see the next chapter of World War Two?Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpodCW: General Wartime themes, Bombing. Minor gunfire effect: 7:25 - 7:35Description of character death by gunshot, blood, gunshot wound: 11:00-12:05Description of plane crash, including fire 13:50-15:00Depiction of escape from fire 15:00-17:10Description of dead body, including bullet wounds and visible organs 16:00-17:00Description of large quantity of blood on player character 17:10Mention of gunshot wound 17:35Description of fiery wreck 18:00-18:10Brief mention of fiery wreck 19:50Allusion to leg injury 21:30Allusion to medical intervention in gunshot wound 22:05Mention of stitching of wound 23:35 - 24:00Allusion to death by gunshot 32:00-32:15Smoking 40:30-40:50Allusion to emotional abuse from parents 42:10-42:30Description of minor head injury 57:10-57:20Description of plane crash, head injury, leg injury 1:04:40 - 1:06:20Reference of intense pain 1:06:35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The allies are being pushed back with the same tenacity as our witches are pushing each other's buttons. Can they navigate past the lies, heartbreak, and harsh lessons so they can return to the skies? Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Everything else comes crashing down the second the witches are back on the ground. Tati becomes entangled in her own lies, Nino is permanently demoted and Rita is torn between love and country when certain details about her paramour come to light. 3:34-5:10 - description of post-traumatic stress disorder, 12:55-15:19: depiction of anxiety, discussion of secret police tactics of USSR, 15:20-17:45 - depiction of post-traumatic stress disorder, 17:45-18:30 - Blood, injury, 25:28-27:00 mention of drugs, alcohol, and a corpse, 27-27:10 - brief mention of smut, 28-28:30 - Blood, 29:30 - 29:40 Threat of physical of violence, 30:30-30:40 - Description of violence, scratches and bleeding, 34:30 - Allusion to PTSD, 38:05-38:10 - Brief use of pejorative for mental illness, 40:30 - 40:36 Brief mention of smut, 44:05-44:30 - Brief mention of sex and sexual impact play, 49:09-49:19 Referenced nudity, 50:00-50:20 implied nudity, 50:50 -Threat of Physical Violence, 53:50-54:00 - Reference to Sexual Exploitation, 55:35 - use of pejorative against mental illness, 57:50-58:00 mention of arson 59:10-episode end - Discussion of sex, menstruation.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're getting into finale territory with this jumbo jet of an episode! Nino is grounded, leaving the rest of the aviatrixes in a tailspin. While leading her first mission, Dmitriya reckons with petty squabbles, medical mischief, and invading Germans.General CW: Named NPC Death (implied drowning), Grief, Smoking (tobacco), War Themes, BombingMentions of Pornography 2:00-2:30, Conversations about Death and Family 9:46-11:09, 27:40-28:18, Drinking 27:37-28:00, Threats of Violence 36:00-40:00Discussion of Panic Attacks 36:30-38:30, Chewing sounds 40:50-40:55, Assault (open psalm slaps ) 42:00-43:50, Disscusions of PTSD/Trauma 1:20:00-1:03:00,Mentions of Institutionalization 1:04:30-1:06:00, Named NPC Harmed (PTSD/Psychotic Break) 1:15:40-1:16:40Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Just a normal day off for our favorite members of the 588. They paint the town yellow, friendships are tested, and romance blooms. Sometimes you forget a war is going on at all. Almost.CW: Nudity Mention 22:00-24:00 Suicide Mention 25:40 - 25:50 NPC Death: Implied Drowning 37:25 - 38:20 Mention of Starvation 39:45 - 39:50Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rita and Nino are honored for their bravery and excellent performance after weeks of successful bombing missions. Dymitria makes a dangerous enemy after swiping a certain squeaky-voiced comrade's paint.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A very tantalizing secret is revealed in the Night Witches' bunker, Tati swallows her fear and some contraband while Vera and Dimi attempt to have a heart-to-heart.CW: General: War themes, bombing, Nazis, mentions of death.4:50-5:32 Mentions of unnamed NPC gunshot wound, 14:15- 17:00 Discussions about written pornography, 24:08- 26:00 Smoking Tobacco, Mentions of warfare, bombing and gunfire 38:00-38:22Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nino takes on additional responsibilities as a lieutenant and has to choose what perils the squadron will face on their next flight. Tati is willing to "act up" to get Olya the help she needs. Mention of Cruelty to Animals 11:50-12:08 Unnamed NPC Death: Bombing 22:21-25 Smoking - Tobacco 32:50 - 34:00 Description of Child Hunger, Mention of Death by Starvation 37:40 - 38:43Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After a long week of night bombing missions, the squadron tries to enjoy their day off. Rita gets better acquainted with a propaganda model and Olya is keeping something "close to the chest."CW: General: War themes, bombing, Nazis, mentions of death.Mentions of sexism 15:10-15:50, conversations about menstruation 18:06-19:13, description of anxiety symptoms 21:15-22:00, mentions of drug use/withdrawl 22:57- 23:27, mentions of physical violence (scratches) 26:32-26:43, smoking tobacco 35:50-36:00, conversation about killing farm animals 41:21-41:31, conversations about NPC marked for death 51:30-53:43Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rita auditions to be the new face of the war efforts, Nino gets their official portrait taken and Tati discovers a startling secret about her new bunkmate.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're gonna fly today! It's the squad's first bombing mission at Trud Gornyaka but Dmitrya must also navigate her sudden blossoming romance with the camp nurse.CWs: Unnamed NPC Death: Bombing 20:18-22 Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, Justin - The DM's Guide, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Post-cat fight with the propaganda team, the aviatrixes move into their new "digs." There's a healthy dose of scheming, shenanigans, and the introduction of two new bunkmates. General CWs: Wartime themes, explicit language.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Season Two Premiere! After a long (like maybe 8 months it felt like?) train trip, the witches arrive at their first duty station! But before they can take flight, some obstacles on and off the runway need to be addressed.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud, and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit who are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, and follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpodCW: Gunshot sx, Animal Endangerment, Swearing, Violence, Wartime Themes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's our season one finale! With their first real combat mission under their belts, the witches deal with the fallout and the falling outs once they've landed.CW: 12:20-13:45 implied unnamed npc death Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With most of the troops at Engels Aerodrome mobilized, the witches must contend with a new enemy while awaiting their final training mission - boredom. Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A night on the town sends the witches into a tailspin. In this new setting, dressed in their civies, they uncover new truths about themselves - but in the Soviet Union, some things are best left unsaid. CWSuggestive Dialogue 45:44 - 46:02, 48:22 - 48:40Internalized Homophobia 51:12 - 55:05Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 588's time at their fist duty station is coming to an end. But before diving (nose first) into active duty, they want to go into town on a little "supply run." Olya is more than willing to help but to pull this off...they're going to need a car. One car. Only one. Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner, Chloe Familton, Will Cloud and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 588's planes have received some much needed TLC in preparation for their mission with the male regiment - who fully intent to fight dirty. Safe to say, Nino's first mission as Lieutenant and squadron leader comes with high stakes but, when they go low, the Night Witches go high.CW: 7:57 - 10:00 explicit, suggestive language and Kevin kinda dies for a minute there.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When it rains, it pours.To add insult to fresh injuries, the crew realize that they've made some pretty powerful enemies on the other side of camp. Stakes soar when they also discover that these antagonizers will be participating in their next mission.Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our favorite aviatrixes in the 588 are preparing for their first mission with proper explosives when their regimental commander drops a different bomb on them... whoever performs the best is to be promoted to "Lieutenant" and be named the squadron leader. Special thanks to Matti Wells, Kevin DiFazio, Matthew Kastner and someone who wished to remain anonymous - for providing additional mission pool points or "biscuits" for us to use in times of great peril (and bad rolls).Want to support the folks in the cockpit that are making this show happen?Tip us on Kofi, follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpodCW: Mentions of blood 15.10-15.20 and 20.10- 21.07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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