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Deconstructing MamasAllowed to Explore - Lizz Enns PettersOur episode this week is with our own Lizz Enns Petters, mom of two, author and podcast hostess.Our conversation is full of laughter, seriousness and our decision to have permission to explore our faith, along with Lizz's latest accomplishment of being published in a new children's Bible called God's Stories as Told by God's Children.We chat through these questions:1. You recently contributed to the Bible for Normal People’s publication of a children’s Bible. Why did you want to be a part of that? ...2025-05-2750 min
Arise, My Darling PodcastEp. 10.2 - Mary: Bearing the Greatest SorrowsWe continue to reflect on Mary as she "mirrors the loftiest sentiments of which the human heart is capable." This episode we unpack "the strength that is capable of bearing the greatest sorrows." During Lent, we are all invited to visit places of suffering in our own hearts and reflect upon them. How do these places make us feel? To what capacity have we invited others into our sorrows? What role do we allow Mary to play in our places of sorrow? Andrea and Lizz were also both drawn to deeper mediation through pieces of artwork and invite you...2025-03-1236 min
Deconstructing MamasThe Struggle - Lizz Enns Petters and Esther Joy Goetz“Chronic trauma can overwhelm our internal coping resources. Trauma disrupts the same system that regulates our body’s stress response causing a hyperactive fight-or-flight reaction. It’s not just all in our head. It’s in our bodies too. (Brittany Moses) Guess what??? The guests on our podcasts this week are...drum roll please... us.We are closing out Season Four with a conversation with just the two of us.We dive deep into THE STRUGGLE to heal our spiritual trauma and how our bodies have suffered and how reconnecting with our them...2023-12-0558 min
Deconstructing MamasMy Love, God is Everywhere - The Reverend Mamas“My love, God is here when you choose goodness and are living from your heart. When you follow the path of love, God is with you from the start. And God is there when you mess up, if you make a choice that isn’t best. It doesn’t mean you’re bad; it just means you’re human-like all the rest.” (an excerpt from My Love, God is Everywhere)Victoria Robb Powers and Cameron Vickrey, also known as the Reverend Mamas, are our guests this week on the podcast. Vic...2023-11-2146 min
Deconstructing MamasPastoring, Potatoes and Parenthood- Ben CremerThe fabulous Ben Cremer is our guest this week. Ben is all these things: Wesleyan. Writer. Chronic student. Constant investigator. Idahoan (Lizz and Esther had never met anyone before from Idaho). He is very well-known for the black boxes on social media filled with mic drop after mic drop of wisdom and cut-to-the-chase snippets that speak to where we find ourselves in modern Christianity in America.What happens when you talk about pastoring, potatoes (he is from Idaho, people) and parenthood in the same Zoom space? You get an amazing podcast episode! Ben i...2022-11-2259 min
Deconstructing MamasWhat is Seeping In? - Pete EnnsThis week on the podcast, we dive deeper with Pete Enns as we continue to navigate the tricky tightrope of parenting while deconstructing toxic religious systems and reconstructing our faith with love and freedom. One of the big questions we ask each other is this: WHAT IS SEEPING IN?You definitely don't want to miss out on the sarcastic and very funny banter between Pete and Lizz and Esther's somewhat futile attempts to bring the two of them back in line (insert funny emoji here).SHOW NOTES:Pete Enns, wife to...2022-10-0450 min
Deconstructing MamasGood (Hard) Grief - Lizz & EstherWho knew that when we asked our first question about the faith that was either handed down to us or we grabbed onto with all our might when someone shared the "good news," there would be so much loss associated with it.We were just asking a question, right?We were just pulling back the curtain to see what was going on behind there, right?But here we are, and one question turned into another and another and another, and we perhaps find ourselves with more questions than answers and the curtain has not only...2022-09-1348 min
Mind Body HacksSummer Solstice Guided Meditation 2022There are so many cool things about the Summer Solstice. In Ancient Chinese Medicine, the Summer Solstice signals a transition from Spring to Summer Element. When working with the Earth Element or Rhythm, you will discover that this transition directs us back to ourselves. Worry and self-doubt are governed by the Earth Element that can cause an imbalance in our digestion; one definition of worry is living in the future and envisioning what might happen with negative outcomes. Over time, worry and self-doubt can cause a ripple effect on our health. One aspect of worry is that we cannot...2022-07-0122 minArise, My Darling PodcastEp 5.3 - Encountering Others - with Lizz's MomThis week, while Lizz is in Peru on a mission trip, we have the special treat of having Rachael White (Lizz's Mom) join us on the podcast! Together we discuss how Jesus models for us how to encounter others by meandering through the story of the hemorrhaging woman in Mark 5. The woman comes to Jesus desperate for healing after years of pain and no answers. Not only does Jesus offer her healing, he also restores her soul and dignity with tenderness and kindness. May we offer those around us the same gifts.This is a wo...2022-03-2336 min
Deconstructing MamasSnakes Don't Talk - Pete Enns“When the dust clears and in the quiet of your own heart, what kind of God do you believe in, really? And why?” (The Sin of Certainty - CHECK IT OUT HERE).In this episode on the Deconstructing Mamas podcast, Pete Enns, author of that quote and Lizz's dad, candidly shares his own journey of deconstruction and how his own "sin of certainty" played out in his parenting, especially the harm it caused to his children and to himself.Pete's wisdom as a Bible nerd and scholar, along with his witty humor and down-to-earth explanations (for...2022-03-2252 min
How Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Why Are Today's Kids So Stressed?: Interview with Dr. JJ KellyDr. JJ Kelly is a clinical psychologist, best selling author, emotional intelligence skills training expert, CEO & founder of UnthoroDocs. On this episode, we interview Dr. Kelly about the top reasons why today's kids are so stressed, what schools and parents could do to decrease stress, and how to incorporate effective coping skills. We also discuss why today's current mental healthcare and school systems are ineffective to treat today's youth. Lizz and Mariah share how they use identifying and aligning values to increase and decrease specific behaviors. Connect with Us:Instagram: @howcometheydidntpodcastEmail: howcometheydidnt@g...2022-03-1139 min
Deconstructing MamasNot Quite Enough - Lizz Enns PettersTo launch our Deconstructing Mamas podcast, Lizz Enns Petters, one of the dynamic hosting duo, shares her story of hardship, heartbreak, and hope. Find out how "not quite good enough and not quite bad enough" landed her in some very unlikely real life spaces and why she started to go down the path to deconstruct her faith and what good words she has for you today.SHOW NOTES:Lizz Enns Petters, daughter of Bible scholar, Pete Enns, is on a mission to bring hope into the most awful of places, where mental health s...2022-03-0143 minHow Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Episode 37: How Schools Can Effectively Connect with Students of Separated Parents: Interview with The Split SocietyData shows that about 50% of marriages end in divorce. This means that 50% of our student population is experiencing, have, or will experience a significant shift in their family dynamics. On this episode, we talk to Tracy Callahan best-selling author, founder of the Split Society, and certified Divorce Coach on how schools can effectively connect and communicate with students of separated parents. Tracy drives home the point that "children experience divorce in the eyes of their parents" and that while conflict is inevitable it is also an opportunity. Tracy provides practical ways how schools can best support students and parents...2022-02-0444 minHow Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Episode 36: Thinking Outside the Box in Mental Health in Schools: Interview with Christi VenableOn this episode, we interview Christi Venable, NCC, LPC. Christi is a Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Smile Therapy Services, LLC. Smile provides mental health services for the community and schools. Christi shares both the pros and cons of being a mental healthcare provider as an outside contractor and how Smile is working to fill the gap that schools desperately need. Christi speaks candidly about how schools can financially compensate contracted mental health services, strategies to promote school staff wellness, and trends she and her staff have noticed since returning from the pandemic. Connect with us:2022-01-0737 minHow Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?The Replay: IEP's Erasing the StigmaIn the United States, more than 7.8 million students qualify for Special Education services (ages 3- 21) during the 2018 to 2019 school year. This number is around 14% of all public school students. However, depending on your population, location, or school setting this number can climb much higher or decrease. In addition, with early detection, special education services have increased tremendously in the school setting since the 1970's.On this episode Lizz and Mariah discuss IEP's (Individual Education Plan) in schools. We outline what parents need to know if their child is found eligible for an IEP, how schools can use...2021-11-0533 minHow Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Episode 32: Effective Self DisclosureOn this episode, Dr. Lizz Dexter-Mazza and Mariah Covington speak about how to effectively self disclose to our students, children, and colleagues. We share tips on how to model self-disclosure without oversharing or inadvertently invalidating the person's experience. Conversely, we provide examples on how to decrease some children and adolescents tendency to overshare. Connect with usInstagram: @howcometheydidntpodcastFacebook: howcometheydidntpodcastEmail: howcometheydidntpodcast@gmail.comMore on DBT in Schools:Instagram: @dbtinschoolsWebsite: dbtinschools.comEmail: lizz@dbtinschools.com2021-10-1526 min
Ball Busters with Lizz TaylerEp 38: Scorpion Death Mouth HoleDanny brings a deadly taste to his wings for Todd and Lizz, Todd may be wearing a dress again, Lizz fights through the pain to quiz the crew, the NWSL walks out in protest, and NFL matchup previews.2021-10-061h 59Ball Busters with Lizz TaylerEp 37: Referee LizzLizz, Brando, and Todd talk about the new NFL season, Todd had an adventure in Nebraska, Lizz may be a back luck charm for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Brando has a new theory about Landsharks.2021-09-201h 50
How Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Episode 28: Oh no, we are going back already?!? Part IIWe are back!!! As schools return for the 2021-2022 school year, there is a spectrum of emotions we all may be experiencing; ranging from anxiety to excitement to fear and sometimes all of them at once. Dr. Lizz Dexter-Mazza and Mariah Covington discuss how to emotionally prepare your students and staff for this upcoming school year (whatever that will look like). Lizz and Mariah also review what it means to be non-judgmental, why it is important to teach it to our children and staff, and offer a step by step exercise on how to teach taking a non-judgmental stance...2021-08-2029 minBall Busters with Lizz TaylerEp 29: Two Girls, One ToddDanny and Brando are off this week, so Lizz and Todd invite Monty to sit in. It's NBA Finals, and The Lizz Quizz to impossible again.2021-07-201h 26Ball Busters with Lizz TaylerEp 28: Lizz's Gentlewomen's ClubJon Marcotte sits in, as we talk about UFC 264: McGregor vs Poirier, the Tampa Bay LIghtning's Back to Back Stanley Cup win, MLB news, Lizz Quizz, and bets are placed.2021-07-121h 40Ball Busters with Lizz TaylerEp 25: Nothing Goes IN A BLOWHOLE!!!NBA Playoffs are heading to Conference Finals, The Lizz Quizz heats up, Brando brings us the headlines, Danny takes TGS to the remaining NBA matchups, and Todd relays the baton to Lizz on this week's NBL/NBW sponsor.2021-06-221h 41Ball Busters with Lizz TaylerEp 24: It's Lizz's Birthday Show!Team Todd and Danny face off against Team Lizz and Brando in a BBQ Cook Off to celebrate Lizz's birthday. Skinny and Arthur join to judge the competition. Plus, Todd's NBL/NBW, Danny's TGS, Brando's headlines, and The Lizz Quizz!2021-06-142h 17
Topic Please!What are these things?This week we play a little game to see if Lizz and our special guest know what some musical instruments are just by hearing their names.Join us this week as we see what their guesses are.If you have any thoughts on this topic or have a suggestion for an interesting topic, let us know by using this form: https://topicplease.com/contact-us/2021-03-2119 minArise, My Darling PodcastEp. 3.4 - Humility" For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you." Romans 12:3This episode invites us all to reject the standard of perfection that is impossible to reach and step into freedom. We can begin to see ourselves with sober judgement through greater humility. Take time to pray through the Litany of Humility and hear relateable struggles in Lizz and Andrea's life regarding humility. 2021-03-1737 min
Topic Please!We Are RobotsThis week, Aaron talks about the realization that we are all just robots. Aaron and Lizz discuss this thought and dig into what that means as well as some other thoughts that we have when we are left alone with our own minds.Find our show notes, links to our social media, contact form, and other episodes at topicplease.com.2021-02-2825 min
The Social Sci-Fi Podcast1970's Science FictionHello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. And now for something completely different. Maybe not COMPLETELY different, but different enough I felt I should warn you. This time around we looked at science fiction in the 1970's. It all started with a conversation with a friend at work about the science fiction we grew up on. One of those ADHD conversations that starts with Star Trek, and ends up with Planet of the Apes, and "you know what other Science Fiction movie Charlton Hesston is in? Soylent Green." She couldn't believe I...2021-02-261h 27How Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Episode 21: Where's the Line: Typical Adolescent Behavior or Cause for Concern?We understand that times have changed and behaviors students/adolescence are engaging in are very different than what we experienced at their age. Sometimes these generational differences make it difficult to to distinguish between if the behavior is typical for their age group or cause for concern. On this episode, Lizz & Mariah cover commonly asked subject matters. We provide targeted questions to ask in regards to your student or adolescent to determine if further action is necessary or if the behaviors are typical for their age group and location. We cover the topics of technology use, sleep, substance use...2021-02-1637 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastRevolution of the DaleksHello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. Or should I say welcome back? Before we get started, I would like to apologize for having so little content in 2020. It was a really rough year for everyone. Eventually, we will get through this pandemic and find a new normal. For now, it means recording through Zencastr and not around the dining room table. It means a lot to me to be able to get a podcast up in January and the goal is to have one up each month. First, I'm going to...2021-01-291h 35
Topic Please!Wrong Things We Thought as ChildrenThis week we discuss way we thought things worked when we were kids. Why does the water change temperature in the shower if the water in the sink gets turned on? Where exactly is the "Black Market"? Can Lizz operate a vehicle with a manual transmission? Does Aaron know when color was invented? Find the answers to these questions and more in this episode.Find our show notes, links to our social media, contact form, and other episodes at topicplease.com.2021-01-2540 minHow Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Episode 18: IEP's Erasing the StigmaIn the United States, more than 7.8 million students qualify for Special Education services (ages 3- 21) during the 2018 to 2019 school year. This number is around 14% of all public school students. However, depending on your population, location, or school setting this number can climb much higher or decrease. In addition, with early detection, special education services have increased tremendously in the school setting since the 1970's. On this episode Lizz and Mariah discuss IEP's (Individual Education Plan) in schools. We outline what parents need to know if their child is found eligible for an IEP, how schools can use t...2021-01-1533 min
Topic Please!Strange Deaths in History and Other FactsToo bad some of these folks didn't have superpowers. This week Lizz and Aaron discuss some strange deaths and other facts in history.Find our show notes, links to our social media, contact form, and other episodes at topicplease.com.2020-12-2059 min
Topic Please!Annoying AnnoyancesHear about traffic, rude people, bathroom etiquette, and more this week as Lizz and Aaron talk about things they find annoying. We take a look at some listener comments and discuss them.Find our show notes, links to our social media, contact form, and other episodes at topicplease.com.2020-12-1339 min
Topic Please!Why to Say Happy HolidaysLizz and Aaron talk about some different holidays that occur in December and why it is ok to say Happy Holidays or whatever holiday greeting you wish. It is not meant to be offensive but rather to be inclusive when you don't know what holiday(s) an individual celebrates.Find our social media links, contact form, and other episodes at topicplease.com2020-12-0631 min
Topic Please!Time TravelLizz and Aaron talk about time travel with their special guest Justin. We talk about when we would go and what we would want to see.We also take a quiz to see what period we should time travel to. You can take the quiz too at https://www.magiquiz.com/quiz/when-should-you-travel-in-time/.Send us your questions and topic suggestions to feedback@topicplease.comFollow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/topicpleasecastFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/topicplease/2020-11-1631 min
Faking ItFaking It - Episode #9 -Host Hour - With Guest Lizz HodgsonGuest host Ava McDonald interviews Faking It host Lizz Hodgson about her creative endeavours. 2020-11-141h 07
Topic Please!Elections and Harry PotterWith the 2020 presidential election, we chose not to talk about Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Instead, we talk about the first election and how some of the process has changed over the years as well as how things haven't changed much. This episode is dubbed by Lizz as our least funny episode yet. We did record this shortly before the polls closed on November 3rd. Hopefully you learn a little something.We also talk a little bit about what it would be like if we lived in the Harry Potter Universe.2020-11-0826 minHow Come They Didn't Teach Me That In School?Interview with Dr. Lizz Dexter-MazzaDr. Lizz Dexer-Mazza is not only co-host of our podcast she is an accomplished author, psychologist, business owner, mother, and wife. Currently, DBT STEPS-A has been implemented in hundreds of schools around the world, reaching thousands of children. On this episode, Mariah interviews Lizz about why she was attracted to psychology, how she started her practice, mistakes she made along her journey, and her overall mission as a psychologist. Lizz also talks about how she wrote the book and barriers she overcame to have DBT STEPS-A implemented in hundreds of schools. She discusses the skills she uses to balance a...2020-10-1641 min
Topic Please!Does this sound offal to you?We talk about what superpowers we would like to have and Lizz talks about a few food dishes from across the pond.Send us your questions and topic suggestions to feedback@topicplease.comFollow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/topicpleasecastFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/topicplease/2020-10-1227 minArise, My Darling PodcastEp 1.10 Our Soul House - with Dr. Patty Hanna WoodleyWhy does the idea of spiritual warfare make us uncomfortable? James 4:6-8 tells us "'God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble.' Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." The spiritual battle is real and we need to learn to do battle. In this episode we spend time allowing God to use the prophetic imagination we introduced last week, to walk us through our soul house. This is a precious place in each of us and Patty s...2020-06-1038 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastGood Omens, Pt. 2Hello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. Before we get started, I would like to apologize for how late this episode is coming to you and assure you that it was recorded before official quarantine began. It has been a rough couple of months. While I would rather be quarantined in the Gee Cave consuming media and creating content, I have still had to go to work. It's been rough on my mental health and as much as I love editing this podcastn I couldn't do it. When you have four tracks...2020-05-1100 minArise, My Darling PodcastEp 1.2 - AriseIn Song of Songs 2:10-13, we are invited into the passionate adventure of the resurrection life. "Arise my darling, my beautiful one, and come!" Join Lizz and Andrea as they reflect on the Lent and Easter season and how Jesus has invited them into this grand adventure!Send us your comments!2020-04-1531 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastGood Omens, Pt. 1Hello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. You're about to listen to part one of a special two part episode. We watched and discussed the first three episodes of the Amazon Original miniseries Good Omens. We also discussed the book it was based on, Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch. Written by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett and published in 1990. We talked about a little of the controversy surrounding the release on Amazon Prime, some of the easter eggs in the show to honor the late Terry Pratchett , a...2020-03-1300 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastCartoons with The Shake UpsHello, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. This month, I invited The Shake Ups, a local band to the Geek Cave to watch and talk about cartoons. When I say local, I mean to Indianapolis, but they run all over the Midwest and perform catchy songs in costumes from their favorite cartoons. The Head Geek has had them on the Indiana Geeking Podcast a few times, and you are already familiar with Luisanna from year one of this podcast. Now, I know it wasn't Saturday morning, it was Sunday afternoon, but there was still cereal...2020-02-1400 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastLooking AheadHello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. This month we have a short episode, and it may be a little odd. This is what happens when plans fall through and instead of a full podcast, you get the ramblings from Lizz's brain. What I have learned from this is I need other people to talk to. A script is a good idea, but hard for me to get right and when I ad-lib it gets weird. Anyway, about this episode. There is a little bit about year one, if you haven't listened go check...2020-01-1000 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastResolutionHello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-Fi. We got off track with a couple of special episodes about VoltCon 2019, but we have returned to close out the year with the holiday episode of Doctor Who, and last episode of the podcast for 2019. In this 2019 New Year Episode, the Doctor and the crew come across a group of archaeologists that have dug up one of the Doctor's old foes. Watching it with Lizz this month is Kendra, Luisanna, and Rachel. They discuss the episode, talk about the Series 12 trailer that had dropped just a day...2019-12-1300 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastVoltcon, Part 2Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Social Sci-Fi podcast. I am proud to share part two of the VoltCon interviews. I had a lot of fun at the convention and was super excited to talk to Mama Voltron (Marika Levine) about her trip to Indiana and her love of Voltron. I also spoke to Chris Helms from Muncie, IN about his experience. In addition, I talked to several vendors about the show, and have linked their stores down below. Finally, at the end of this podcast are the full interviews I used as teasers in part one...2019-11-2900 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastVoltCon Part 1 - Happy Birthday Voltron!Hello again, and welcome to another episode of Social Sci-fi. For this special episode, I'm not talking about a show or a movie. Instead, I'm talking about a little convention I was able to help out with this past October, called VoltCon. As I was there, I decided to break out the podcast equipment and interview guests, vendors, and attendees. I was having such a great time, and I was hearing all kinds of wonderful feedback, so I wanted to talk to people about the con. Then, when the show was over and the dust settled a bit, I i...2019-11-2200 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastThe Battle of Ranskoor Av KolosHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz wraps up Doctor Who series 11 with the return of an old adversary in "The Battle of Ranskoor Av Kolos." She is joined by Luisanna and Rachel to talk getting Luisanna caught up with the previous episode, the return of "Tim Shaw," and the idea of revenge. Lizz has also started becoming adept at the editing, with this episode being another episode she did the lion's share of the editing on. All I did was add the intro music...2019-11-0800 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastIt Takes You AwayHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz starts getting to the end of Doctor Who series 11 with the episode "It Takes You Away." She is joined by Kendra and Rachel to watch, and discuss, the episode that takes the crew to the fjords of modern day Norway, where they encounter a long-lost face. This episode comes in at under an hour, so it's perfect for your lunch break! You know, if your lunch break is approximately sixty minutes. Otherwise, it will help fill a couple...2019-10-1100 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastThe WitchfindersHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz brings together Kendra, Rachel, and Ryck to talk about episode eight of the most recent season of Doctor Who, "The Witchfinders". The crew lands in 17th Centure Lancashire, where they find themselves up to their necks in a witch hunt, made even worse by the arrival of King James I! This episode clocks in at under an hour, so keep that in mind as you grab a cool beverage, put on your headphones, and let the group fill...2019-09-1300 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastKerblam!Happy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz brings together the largest group yet, with John joining Kendra, Rachel, and Ryck to talk about episode seven of the most recent season of Doctor Who, "Kerblam!". Upon delivery of a fez (of course) that contains a cry for help on the packing slip, the Doctor and the crew go to check out Kerblam!, a company that is in no way similar to Amazon, to see what is going on. After watching this, Lizz and her crew talk about the...2019-08-0900 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastDemons of the PunjabHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz brings together Kendra and Luisanna to talk about episode six of the most recent season of Doctor Who, "Demons of the Punjab". This episode takes a look at the background event, talks about the science of the Tardis, and touches on how you take everything your family tells you at face value. This episode clocks in at under an hour, so keep that in mind as you grab a cool beverage, put on your headphones, and let the...2019-07-1200 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastThe Tsuranga ConnectionHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz brings together Kendra and Rachel to talk about episode five of the most recent season of Doctor Who, "The Tsuranga Conundrum". This episode was your basic "base under siege" episode, as Rachel put it, but there was still some things the panel took a look at, and focused on. Since we didn't have a huge panel this week, and because this was more like one of your typical Doctor Who episodes, this month's podcast isn't really long, clocking...2019-06-1400 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastArachnids in the UKHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz brings together Kendra, Luisanna, and Ryck to talk about episode 4 of the most recent season of Doctor Who, "Arachnids in the U.K.". They talk about the episode, their like (or dislike) of spiders, and look at allegories between what happened in the episode, and what's going on right now in the world not protected by a Time Lord. So, sit back, and let the crew fill your ears for the next hour and change as they talk about spiders...2019-05-1000 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastRosaHappy Friday, readers and listeners! We are back with another episode of the Social Sci-Fi Podcast! This month, Lizz brings together Kendra, Rachel, and Luisanna to talk about episode 3 of the most recent season of Doctor Who, "Rosa". They talk about the episode, and also talk about their experiences with racism, as well as sexism. This is a fairly serious episode, covering a very serious topic, and I encourage everybody to plug in, and give the panel the next hour and eighteen minutes to fill your ears with their thoughts, their experiences, and their advice, both from a social...2019-04-1200 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastBonus - Captain MarvelMy friends! With extra time this month, and the release of a film that's garnered a lot of attention due to trolls hating on a female protagonist, the Team Geeking Family of Podcasts is happy to bring you an extra episode of Social Sci-Fi! In this episode, Lizz sits down with Luisanna, John, and Mike to talk about the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Captain Marvel! Join them as they talk about the outcry, the actual film, and some history and discussion about the character and hopes for the rest of the MCU as the...2019-03-2200 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastThe Ghost MonumentMy friends! Social Sci-Fi is back with not only their second episode, but the second episode of Doctor Who's Series 11, "The Ghost Monument"! In this episode, Lizz sits with returning guest Rachel, as well as new guests Kendra and Ryck, to talk about this episode and some of the points the episode touches on. Points like guns, friendship, family, loyalty, and more. In additiion, Rachel gives Who North America some love, the Hunger Games are touched upon, and there is just good conversation to be had. So please, put on your headphones, grab a cup...2019-03-0800 minThe Social Sci-Fi PodcastThe Woman Who Fell To EarthMy friends! Today, we have the newest podcast from the Team Geeking Family of Podcasts! On the inaugural episode of Social Sci-Fi, Lizz sits down with three friends to start looking at her focus for the first year of the podcast, series 11 of Doctor Who! This was the season that brought us our first female Doctor, a group of three companions, and a brand new showrunner! This month, they talk about their feelings when the Twelfth Doctor (Peter Capaldi) regenerated, touch a bit on the fan reaction to the casting of Jodie Whittaker as the Thirteenth Doctor...2019-02-0800 min
The 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 min
The 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 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.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!
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 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! 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! 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 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 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 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 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.2017-08-1033 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.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 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?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 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! 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 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. 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 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