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Guilty Treasures9: Sword Commissions (LiZz Beltz)We talk with LiZz Beltz (LiZz the Dragon Smith, Audio Armory) about creating custom swords, the balance between meeting a need and making art, and being part of a story. Follow the show on Twitter: @treasurescast Your hosts are Anne Kirn (@house_of_darkly) and Emily Kardamis (@corruptedgem). Intro, outro, and interstitial music is "Welcome!" by RoccoW, used under Creative Commons.2018-10-2300 min
The Audio ArmoryEpisode 41: A (Literal) Lunar SwordOk, so this is a weird one: we talk about a fictional sword, and then just using the name of the sword as a jumping off point, talk about how you could make that sword real if your only definition was the name and not any of its magical properties or whatever. I dunno. We're both very tired, this is what we're doing. Also, a practical Bard's Tip of the Week.2018-10-0630 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 40: War FansThis episode is a breeze, dear listener! We're talking about the various war fans from Japan, Korea and China! You need to cool yourself down on a hot summer day while being able to parry a deadly blow? War fans have got you covered. Plus, a gentle Bard's Tip of the Week.2018-09-2225 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 39: BayonetsWe will fight up close, seize the moment and stay in it, it's either that or meet the business end of a bayonet! We're talking about everyone's favorite ineffective gun attachments in this week's episode! How did they evolve? How mad does Emily get about LiZz stealing her jokes? The answers await within, plus a return to an old trend with the Blacksmith's Tip of the Week.2018-09-0830 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 38: MacesDon't call it a comeback, we've been here for years! And so have maces! In this episode, we talk all about that "ball of metal on a stick" that everyone loves, dive right back into our morbid comedy brand, and deliver some heartfelt real talk as a combo Bard and Blacksmith Tip of the week.2018-08-2536 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 37: Brass KnucklesWe're comin' atcha with a one-two punch on this week's episode, talking all about brass knuckles! What was their origin? Are they actually effective weapons? What horrible abominations lie within this conversation? All of these answers and more, plus a practical and musical Bard's Tip of the Week!2018-05-0530 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 36: The Buster SwordHave we finally done it, listeners? Have we finally...broken the limit of our podcasting capabilities? Eh? Eh??? Anyway, we're talking about the iconic and (spoiler alert) unrealistic Buster Sword in this episode! Learn all about how dang heavy this thing would be if it was real, and the surprising significance behind its inspiration! Plus, a practical Bard's Tip of the Week for everyone to enjoy.2018-04-1433 min
The Audio ArmoryUpdate! New Podcast Feed!Hey there! If you're hearing this episode, you need to update your subscription! We've just moved the podcast over to a new hosting service, and our old hosting service doesn't really offer anything to help the transition, so you'll have to resubscribe to the podcast at audioarmorycast.libsyn.com/rss in order to keep getting episodes!Thanks for your support, adventurers!2018-04-1002 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 35: Animals with Swords (And Other Weapons)What do mice, foxes, cats, and badgers all have in common? They have, in one fantasy property or another, been heroic wielders of all kinds of weaponry! Whether it's the mice in a humble abbey, the helpful cat companions in a world of giant monsters, or a certain usually-a-badger friend from a magical tavern in another dimension, we talk about the properties these animals have in real life that might inspire their fantasy armaments!2018-03-2433 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 35: Animals With Swords (and Other Weapons)What do mice, foxes, cats, and badgers all have in common? They have, in one fantasy property or another, been heroic wielders of all kinds of weaponry! Whether it's the mice in a humble abbey, the helpful cat companions in a world of giant monsters, or a certain usually-a-badger friend from a magical tavern in another dimension, we talk about the properties these animals have in real life that might inspire their fantasy armaments! Join us as we entertain the fact that mice are jacked, and could absolutely kill you, and hear our plea about an unknown badger plight.2018-03-2433 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 34: The TantōThis week we're back to Japan with a look at another traditional samurai weapon: the tant?! It's like you cut a katana in half, I guess. We also talk about the somewhat concerning history of this weapon and what it was used for, so fair warning: half of this episode isn't very funny. But sometimes history isn't funny.2018-03-1026 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 34: The TantÅThis week we're back to Japan with a look at another traditional samurai weapon: the tant?! It's like you cut a katana in half, I guess. We also talk about the somewhat concerning history of this weapon and what it was used for, so fair warning: half of this episode isn't very funny. But sometimes history isn't funny.Content warning from around 12:15 to 18:50: talk of self-harm, suicide, graphic descriptions of injury.Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter...2018-03-1026 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 33: Chinese and Tibetan SwordsIt's a three-for-one deal on today's Audio Armory as we talk about Chinese and Tibetan swords. Or, a four-for-one, since at least one of them becomes two swords? Also, we don't support each other comedically at all during this episode, which is pretty much the status quo, so I don't know why I'm pointing it out.2018-02-2434 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 33: Chinese and Tibetan SwordsIt's a three-for-one deal on today's Audio Armory as we talk about Chinese and Tibetan swords. Or, a four-for-one, since at least one of them becomes two swords? Also, we don't support each other comedically at all during this episode, which is pretty much the status quo, so I don't know why I'm pointing it out.Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz...2018-02-2434 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 32: More Q&A With Your Local Bard and BlacksmithMore questions, more answers! What's our favorite fantasy weapon? What's would our favorite bands be if they were weapons? Can a boat be a sword? All of these things and more explored on this episode of Audio Armory!2018-02-0929 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 32: More Q&A With Your Local Bard and BlacksmithMore
questions, more answers! What's our favorite fantasy weapon? What's
would our favorite bands be if they were weapons? Can a boat be a sword?
All of these things and more explored on this episode of Audio Armory!
Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz on Twitter.
2018-02-0929 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 31: Wonderful Swords, Vol. 1We didn't have an episode prepped for this week, so instead, your local bard and local blacksmith talk about two of their favorite fantasy swords, and why they think they're so cool! High fantasy and goof fantasy combine into one delightful minisode. Plus, a heartfelt bard's tip of the week. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on
Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis;
@corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz;
@LiZzBeltz on Twitter.2018-01-2819 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 31: Wonderful Swords, Vol. 1We didn't have an episode prepped for this week, so instead, your local bard and local blacksmith talk about two of their favorite fantasy swords, and why they think they're so cool! High fantasy and goof fantasy combine into one delightful minisode. Plus, a heartfelt bard's tip of the week.2018-01-2719 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 30: The Indian KatarIt's a new year, folks! And we're back into the thick of it, doin' what we do best: talkin' about swords. This week, we cover the Katar! Have you ever wanted to be Wolverine, but just like, one blade? Well, do we have good news for you. Also, this one goes a little off the rails at points, but we're trying to ease back into that podcasting flow, so bare with us. Plus, an inspiring Blacksmith's tip of the week to round it off! It's Collabor-18, yo!2018-01-1326 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 30: The Indian KatarIt's a new year, folks! And we're back into the thick of it, doin' what we do best: talkin' about swords. This week, we cover the Katar! Have you ever wanted to be Wolverine, but just like, one blade? Well, do we have good news for you. Also, this one goes a little off the rails at points, but we're trying to ease back into that podcasting flow, so bare with us. Plus, an inspiring Blacksmith's tip of the week to round it off! It's Collabor-18, yo! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and...2018-01-1326 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 29.5: Bloopers! (Eps 1-6)[NOTE: This episode is EXPLICIT. We don't beep out the swears in this one, and hoo boy do we get saucy.] Happy holidays, adventurers! As a yuletide treat, enjoy these selected bloopers and behind-the-scenes moments from our first six episodes! We'll be back with a full episode in the new year!2017-12-2312 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 29.5: Bloopers! (Eps 1-6)[NOTE: This episode is EXPLICIT. We don't beep out the swears in this one, and hoo boy do we get saucy.] Happy holidays, adventurers! As a yuletide treat, enjoy these selected bloopers and behind-the-scenes moments from our first six episodes! We'll be back with a full episode in the new year! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on
Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis;
@corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz;
@LiZzBeltz on Twitter.2017-12-2312 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 29: Railsplitter (TAZ Mini Series 1)Better not rush in to this episode, adventurers! We're starting our mini-series on weapons from The Adventure Zone with Magnus Burnsides' trusty axe, Railsplitter! How would your local blacksmith build such a weapon if it were real? What's the practicality of a double-headed axe anyway? And what's the deal with that magic button? Plus, our favorite Railsplitter moments, and a holiday appropriate Blacksmith's Tip of the Week. Gather round the table and roll some dice with us!2017-11-3035 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 29: Railsplitter (TAZ Mini Series 1)Better not rush in to this episode, adventurers! We're starting our
mini-series on weapons from The Adventure Zone with Magnus Burnsides'
trusty axe, Railsplitter! How would your local blacksmith build such a
weapon if it were real? What's the practicality of a double-headed axe
anyway? And what's the deal with that magic button? Plus, our favorite
Railsplitter moments, and a holiday appropriate Blacksmith's Tip of the
Week. Gather round the table and roll some dice with us! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory...2017-11-3035 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 28: African Swords and SpearsI bless the blaaaaades down in Africaaaaaaa. We're talking about a few African swords and spears in this episode! Emily coughs a bunch! We have a great time here. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on
Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis;
@corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz;
@LiZzBeltz on Twitter.2017-11-1728 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 28: African Swords and SpearsI bless the blaaaaades down in Africaaaaaaa. We're talking about a few African swords and spears in this episode! Emily coughs a bunch! We have a great time here.2017-11-1628 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 27: Bar FightsHey, can I get you another drink? Watch where you're going with that!
Why I outta! In this episode of Audio Armory, we're talking all about
Bar Fights! When was the first bar open? Why are tavern brawls such a staple in popular fiction, and why are improvised weapons so much fun? And is Shakespeare really that big of a deal to start a riot over? All of these questions and more answered in this tangential episode, so have another glass of mead and get cozy by the fire, why don't you?2017-11-0927 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 27: Bar FightsHey, can I get you another drink? Watch where you're going with that!
Why I outta! In this episode of Audio Armory, we're talking all about
Bar Fights! When was the first bar open? Why are tavern brawls such a
staple in popular fiction, and why are improvised weapons so much fun?
And is Shakespeare really that big of a deal to start a riot over? All
of these questions and more answered in this tangental episode, so have
another glass of mead and get cozy by the fire, why don't you? Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan...2017-11-0926 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 26: Scythes On this extra spooky episode of the Audio Armory, we explore the history
of scythes! How did they evolve from a mere farmhand's tool to a
weapon? And what's the deal with the Grim Reaper? Also, for a peak
behind the curtain, we recorded this episode last week, so Emily's voice
is almost gone from being at a concert and she's also just about to
come down with a cold, so uh, forgive her. And by "her", I mean "me".
Forgive me. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com. You...2017-10-2032 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 26: ScythesOn this extra spooky episode of the Audio Armory, we explore the history of scythes! How did they evolve from a mere farmhand's tool to a weapon? And what's the deal with the Grim Reaper? Also, for a peak behind the curtain, we recorded this episode last week, so Emily's voice is almost gone from being at a concert and she's also just about to come down with a cold, so uh, forgive her. And by "her", I mean "me". Forgive me.2017-10-1932 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 25: Q&A With Your Local Bard and BlacksmithYou asked, and we answered! Questions about weapons, food pyramids, and making a podcast, we've got it all for you in this very special epsiode of the Audio Armory!2017-09-2228 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 25: Q&A With Your Local Bard and BlacksmithYou asked, and we answered! Questions about weapons, food pyramids, and making a podcast, we've got it all for you in this very special epsiode of the Audio Armory! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on
Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis;
@corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz;
@LiZzBeltz on Twitter.2017-09-2228 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 24: Spears, Guisarmes, and BardichesWe're sorry that LiZz sounds like she's recording from a cave in this one. We're not quite sure what happened. Maybe she fell down a cave and we just weren't aware of it? Regardless, we're talkin' about good ol' fashioned spears this week, and some of their variants! Did you know it's totally impracticable to throw a spear? And how do you say half of those things in this week's title? The answer to these questions and more lie beyond that play button. Plus, a rare Bard's Tip of the Week!2017-09-0723 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 24: Spears, Guisarmes, and BardichesWe're sorry that LiZz sounds like she's recording from a cave in this one. We're not quite sure what happened. Maybe she fell down a cave and we just weren't aware of it? Regardless, we're talkin' about good ol' fashioned spears this week, and some of their variants! Did you know it's totally impracticable to throw a spear? And how do you say half of those things in this week's title? The answer to these questions and more lie beyond that play button. Plus, a rare Bard's Tip of the Week! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan...2017-09-0723 minThe Audio ArmoryEpiosde 23: Galaxia (Meta Knight's Sword)What do you know about Kirby? You know, that little pink orb guy? Well, we're not talking about him today. Instead, we're talking about his masked rival/friend, Meta Knight (or, more importantly, his sword). What would it be like in real life? What's so special about it? How tall is Meta Knight even? All of these questions and more will be answered, hopefully.2017-08-2421 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 23: Galaxia (Meta Knight's Sword)What do you know about Kirby? You know, that little pink orb guy? Well, we're not talking about him today. Instead, we're talking about his masked rival/friend, Meta Knight (or, more importantly, his sword). What would it be like in real life? What's so special about it? How tall is Meta Knight even? All of these questions and more will be answered, hopefully. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan,
@Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can
find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard
is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter...2017-08-2421 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 22: Types of SteelWe're goin' back to the basics with today's episode, folks! Swords are great and all, but you know what's better? The stuff they're made with! LiZz gives a basic overview of the different types of steel that are out there, Emily makes a weird beef analogy, pretty much the standard formula, you know.2017-08-1033 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 21: GunswordsIt was bound to happen sometime, folks. Join Emily and LiZz as they talk about some actual, real life gunswords, and why anyone thought that was a good idea. Also, are Push Pops still a thing? Please tell us. We need to know.2017-08-1031 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 22: Types of SteelWe're goin' back to the basics with today's episode, folks! Swords are great and all, but you know what's better? The stuff they're made with! LiZz gives a basic overview of the different types of steel that are out there, Emily makes a weird beef analogy, pretty much the standard formula, you know. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz on Twitter.2017-08-1033 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 21: GunswordsIt was bound to happen sometime, folks. Join Emily and LiZz as they talk about some actual, real life gunswords, and why anyone thought that was a good idea. Also, are Push Pops still a thing? Please tell us. We need to know. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz on Twitter. 2017-07-2731 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 20: Weapon MarkingsHey, what's that weird carving on that sword mean? Is it decorative or what? And what's the deal with hockey anyway? We answer all of these questions and more on this week's episode.2017-07-1327 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 20: Weapon MarkingsHey, what's that weird carving on that sword mean? Is it decorative or what? And what's the deal with hockey anyway? We answer all of these questions and more on this week's episode. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com. You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz on Twitter. 2017-07-1327 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 19: The VikingsIn this episode, we talk about the knives, spears, and swords the Vikings might have used! There's also a weird horse glass tangent right in the beginning, and, uh, look, I'm not entirely sure what happened during this one. I just hope you guys get some sort of good fun info out of it between the goofs.2017-06-2931 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 19: The VikingsIn this episode, we talk about the knives, spears, and swords the Vikings might have used! There's also a weird horse glass tangent right in the beginning, and, uh, look, I'm not entirely sure what happened during this one. I just hope you guys get some sort of good fun info out of it between the goofs. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter,
and online at samanthahogan.com You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter
at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem
on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz on...2017-06-2931 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 18: The Ottoman EmpireThis is your pretty typical Audio Armory episode: Emily talks about some unrelated nonsense for the first three minutes, and then we jump right in to three swords from the Ottoman Empire, which may sound a little familiar to you! Spoiler: everyone steals from everyone else, include sword designs. Also, you know we hit those ottoman puns hard.2017-06-1520 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 18: The Ottoman EmpireThis is your pretty typical Audio Armory episode: Emily talks about some unrelated nonsense for the first three minutes, and then we jump right in to three swords from the Ottoman Empire, which may sound a little familiar to you! Spoiler: everyone steals from everyone else, include sword designs. Also, you know we hit those ottoman puns hard. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz...2017-06-1520 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 17: The Master SwordWell excuuuuuse me, princess! Emily's on the reigns with the episode this week, so we're talking about another cool fantasy sword: the Master Sword from Legend of Zelda! You know, Zelda, the green guy. With the sword? And what the heck is with the Zelda timeline anyway? Plus, a combo tip of the week from both of your tired hosts.2017-06-0130 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 17: The Master SwordWell excuuuuuse me, princess! Emily's on the reigns with the episode this week, so we're talking about another cool fantasy sword: the Master Sword from Legend of Zelda! You know, Zelda, the green guy. With the sword? And what the heck is with the Zelda timeline anyway? Plus, a combo tip of the week from both of your tired hosts. Intro and outro
theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at
samanthahogan.com You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at
@AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your
local blacksmith is LiZz...2017-06-0130 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 16: Russian SwordsOkay campers, rise and shine and don't forget your booties 'cause it's coooooold out there today! Because we're in Russia. Talking about Russian swords. LiZz probably mispronounces things, Emily has a screaming breakdown about gun swords, both are very tired.2017-05-1831 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 16: Russian SwordsOkay campers, rise and shine and don't forget your booties 'cause it's coooooold out there today! Because we're in Russia. Talking about Russian swords. LiZz probably mispronounces things, Emily has a screaming breakdown about gun swords, both are very tired. Intro and outro
theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at
samanthahogan.com You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at
@AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard is Emily Kardamis; @corruptedgem on Twitter. Your
local blacksmith is LiZz Beltz; @LiZzBeltz on Twitter.2017-05-1831 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 15: Weapons from Malaysia, Myanmar, and the PhilippinesA three-for-one deal on the Audio Armory this week: we cover swords and spears from Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Philippines! Just like it says in the title there. Also, Emily has a fashion-related breakdown, and we get a little heavy at the end there, but it's worth it.2017-05-0431 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 15: Weapons from Malaysia, Myanmar, and the PhilippinesA three-for-one deal on the Audio Armory this week: we cover swords and spears from Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Philippines! Just like it says in the title there. Also, Emily has a fashion-related breakdown, and we get a little heavy at the end there, but it's worth it. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at samanthahogan.com You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2017-05-0431 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 14: Indian PolearmsWe continue our tour of India with a brief history of Indian Polearms! Because what's better than a sword? That's right: a sword attached to the end of a big stick.2017-04-2730 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 14: Indian PolearmsWe continue our tour of India with a brief history of Indian Polearms! Because what's better than a sword? That's right: a sword attached to the end of a big stick.Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz 2017-04-2730 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 13: Swords from India and Sri LankaWe're back to the normal format for this episode! Strap in as your local blacksmith regales you with the tales of swords from India and Sri Lanka! Also, a breakdown twelve episodes in the making.2017-04-0643 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 13: Swords from India and Sri Lanka We're back to the normal format for this episode! Strap in as your local blacksmith regales you with the tales of swords from India and Sri Lanka! Also, a breakdown twelve episodes in the making.Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz 2017-04-0643 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 12: ExcaliburThat's right: your local bard didn't drop the ball this time. We're talking about the Arthurian sword of legend, Excalibur! Which, while very fancy, might not be all it's cracked up to be. Plus, what's with Celts keeping swords in lakes and stuff?2017-03-2322 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 12: ExcaliburThat's right: your local bard didn't drop the ball this time. We're talking about the Arthurian sword of legend, Excalibur! Which, while very fancy, might not be all it's cracked up to be. Plus, what's with Celts keeping swords in lakes and stuff?Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz 2017-03-2322 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 11: Freeform Blacksmithery 2 - Tiny SwordsYour local bard has had a rough one, and she was supposed to do the research for this week's episode, but alas, here we are. Enjoy this causal episode about one of LiZz's trades: tiny swords! Also, we go on a decently long tear about Redwall? I have had maybe six hours of sleep in the last 48 or so hours.Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast!Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgemYour local...2017-03-1026 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 11: Freeform Blacksmithery 2 - Tiny SwordsYour local bard has had a rough one, and she was supposed to do the research for this week's episode, but alas, here we are. Enjoy this causal episode about one of LiZz's trades: tiny swords! Also, we go on a decently long tear about Redwall? I have had maybe six hours of sleep in the last 48 or so hours.2017-03-0926 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 10: Tai Chi SwordsDe-stress with the Audio Armory as we discuss this week’s topic: Tai Chi swords (also known as straight swords)! We talk about the origin of the Tai Chi sword, its construction, and how it’s used modernly in meditation! We also kind of dissolve in places here and there cause, well, we’re all feeling it a little bit this week, you know?
Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZ2017-02-2433 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 10: Tai Chi SwordsDe-stress with the Audio Armory as we discuss this week’s topic: Tai Chi swords (also known as straight swords)! We talk about the origin of the Tai Chi sword, its construction, and how it’s used modernly in meditation! We also kind of dissolve in places here and there cause, well, we’re all feeling it a little bit this week, you know?2017-02-2333 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 9: The GladiusThis week in the armory, we discuss the classic Roman Gladius! The Coca Cola of swords. Or, maybe more like the unbranded cola of swords. Look, we were both very tired during recording this one, forgive us.2017-02-0923 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 9: The GladiusThis week in the armory, we discuss the classic Roman Gladius! The Coca Cola of swords. Or, maybe more like the unbranded cola of swords. Look, we were both very tired during recording this one, forgive us. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2017-02-0923 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 8: Japanese PolearmsIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we continue things in the Japanese style as we give you a brief history of polearms in Japan! It's the filet mignon in your podcast subscription feed. Plus, a sequence-breaking tip from your local bard!2017-01-2625 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 8: Japanese PolearmsIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we continue things in the Japanese style as we give you a brief history of polearms in Japan! It's the filet mignon in your podcast subscription feed. Plus, a sequence-breaking tip from your local bard! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2017-01-2625 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 7: KatanasIn this episode of the Audio Armory, both of our hosts are sick, but we still talk about the samurai's favorite weapon of choice: the katana! We cover some brief history on this blade, as well as go in-depth about the extremely ritualized process behind its creation! Plus, this week's blacksmith's tip is a bit of a fishy surprise...2017-01-1230 minThe Audio ArmoryEpiosde 7: KatanasIn this episode of the Audio Armory, both of our hosts are sick, but we still talk about the samurai's favorite weapon of choice: the katana! We cover some brief history on this blade, as well as go in-depth about the extremely ritualized process behind its creation! Plus, this week's blacksmith's tip is a bit of a fishy surprise... Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2017-01-1230 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 6: Freeform BlacksmitheryWe didn't have time to do research for this week's episode, because it's the holidays and your local blacksmith who does all the research was busy dying at work with long shifts, so enjoy this "freeform jazz" episode where we talk about LiZz's first major sword project! We also reminisce about our college experience, possibly incriminate ourselves, and deliver our first ever Bard's Tip of the Week!2016-12-2932 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 6: Freeform BlacksmitheryWe didn't have time to do research for this week's episode, because it's the holidays and your local blacksmith who does all the research was busy dying at work with long shifts, so enjoy this "freeform jazz" episode where we talk about LiZz's first major sword project! We also reminisce about our college experience, possibly incriminate ourselves, and deliver our first ever Bard's Tip of the Week! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem...2016-12-2932 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 5: Hunting SwordsWe have a shorter Audio Armory episode for you this week, all about hunting swords! Surprise: they were used for hunting. Also, were curved swords better at being swords than straight-edged swords? The jury's still out. Plus, a yuletide tale.2016-12-1526 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 5: Hunting SwordsWe have a shorter Audio Armory episode for you this week, all about hunting swords! Surprise: they were used for hunting. Also, were curved swords better at being swords than straight-edged swords? The jury's still out. Plus, a yuletide tale. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2016-12-1526 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 4: HalberdsIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we ruminate on the chimera of weaponry: halberds! Or as I like to call them, Steves. Also, a new segment called "Emily Uses Ye Olde Google To Find Things", and a moment where we ask the important questions like "can you eat that medieval weapon if you deep fry it?"2016-12-0142 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 4: HalberdsIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we ruminate on the chimera of weaponry: halberds! Or as I like to call them, Steves. Also, a new segment called "Emily Uses Ye Olde Google To Find Things", and a moment where we ask the important questions like "can you eat that medieval weapon if you deep fry it?" Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2016-12-0142 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 3: Two-Handed SwordsIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we talk about swords that were so big that it was probably more likely that you stabbed your friend with them instead of the person you were trying to stab! Which is to say, two-handed swords. Additionally, are we properly equipped for the skeleton wars? Maybe those medieval blacksmiths had the right idea.2016-11-1730 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 3: Two-Handed SwordsIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we talk about swords that were so big that it was probably more likely that you stabbed your friend with them instead of the person you were trying to stab! Which is to say, two-handed swords. Additionally, are we properly equipped for the skeleton wars? Maybe those medieval blacksmiths had the right idea. Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgem Your local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2016-11-1730 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 2: RapiersIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we talk about the the thin pointy stick you use to challenge someone who has besmirched your honor. I mean, rapiers. En garde, adventurers! Also: an elaboration on podcast space-time, a tangent revisit so soon, and Emily is just, just a big huge jerk. I'm the one writing this and I'm saying that!2016-11-0347 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 2: RapiersIn this episode of the Audio Armory, we talk about the the thin pointy stick you use to challenge someone who has besmirched your honor. I mean, rapiers. En garde, adventurers! Also: an elaboration on podcast space-time, a tangent revisit so soon, and Emily is just, just a big huge jerk. I'm the one writing this and I'm saying that! Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/ You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast! Your local bard...2016-11-0347 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 1: BroadswordsIn this inaugural episode of the Audio Armory, join Emily and LiZz as they talk about the history of broadswords: from the Bronze Age to current day! Additionally, some bad puns, a genuine realization about blacksmiths, and a Medieval Times tangent.2016-10-2047 minThe Audio ArmoryEpisode 1: BroadswordsIn this inaugural episode of the Audio Armory, join Emily and LiZz as they talk about the history of broadswords: from the Bronze Age to current day! Additionally, some bad puns, a genuine realization about blacksmiths, and a Medieval Times tangent.Intro and outro theme by Samantha Hogan, @Shogan_Composer on Twitter, and online at https://samanthahogan.com/You can find the Audio Armory on Twitter at @AudioArmoryCast!Your local bard: Emily Kardamis @corruptedgemYour local blacksmith: LiZz Beltz @LiZzBeltz2016-10-2046 min