127 episodes
By the Sword By the Sword
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5.0 • 8 Ratings
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The modern study of the ancient art of swordplay is brought to life each week where we talk to a different member of the historical European martial arts, or HEMA, community. Whether it’s the medieval longsword, Elizabethan rapier, the regency smallsword or Victorian sabre that interest you, join us for a series of fascinating interviews with instructors, competitors and experts from all around the globe.
Follow us on Instagram @swordwomen
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Heather McLarty: Artist Blacksmith and Mandalorian consultant
In this episode, Fran meets artist blacksmith, Heather McLarty of Los Angeles, California, USA. We talk about her journey in the craft and her involvement in the popular TV series, the Mandalorian. The episode was recorded live Sunday, 28 May 2023.
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Ugo Serrano
In this episode, we meet artisan, armourer, production designer, and prop maker, Ugo Serrano, who has worked on films such as Planet of the Apes, GI Joe: the Rise of Cobra, and the Chronicles of Riddick. We talk about his background, his career, and the historical influences on his work.
The episode was recorded live 19 March 2023.
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Aaron - Semimyth Productions: A Lion’s Age
In this episode, we meet Aaron of semi miss productions, USA. We hear about his maiden project: A Lion’s Age, an immersive strategy game, featuring breathtaking artwork and characters, set in mediaeval south Asia. The interview took place Sunday 26 February 2023..
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Sydney Schwindt True Edge Art & Fight director
In this episode Fran talks to fight director and artist Sydney Schwindt of True Edge Art in California, USA. We discuss how stage combat and theatre links historical fighting to modern veterans in fascinating ways. We also talk about the enduring appeal of swords in art. The recording took place 29 January 2023.
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Veronica Young Cryptid Combatwear Chest protection
For the first episode of 2023 Fran meets designer Veronica Young of Cryptid Combatwear in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. We discuss her tournament experience, as well as the chest protector that she has designed exclusively for HEMA fencers who have breasts.
The episode was recorded 8 January 2023.
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Ellen Lavery - Artist and performer
In this episode Fran talks to artist, larper, puppeteer and performer Ellen Lavery about her varied talents and career paths. We talk about growing up in a fantastical family, and training to be a stunt performer. The episode was recorded live 11 December 2022.
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Customer Reviews
Great perspectives and information
This podcast is a great source for experiences perspectives about modern hema training, with a focus on inclusivity and safety. Highly recommended.
Nice addition to hema podcasts
Great to hear so many hema folks I haven’t met in person before!