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History to Go – Now Also for Your Ears!For over 23 years, we've been delivering more than just swords, chainmail, and helmets – now we've got the perfect mind movie to go with it! Join us on a time travel adventure to the ancient Greeks, the hard-drinking Vikings, and the Middle Ages, where knights really knew how to lay into it. We'll tell you how people lived, loved, and fought back then – sometimes epic, sometimes bizarre, but always with heart and helm. Whether it's reenactment, LARP, or cosplay, we turn history into an adventure – also online at www.battlemerchant.com 😊
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Signup to Generate a PitchHistory to Go, Now Also for Your Ears! For over 23 years, we've been delivering more than just swords, chainmail, and helmets, now we've got the perfect mind movie to go with it! Join us on a time travel adventure to the ancient Greeks, the hard-drinking Vikings, and the Middle Ages, where knights really knew how to lay into it.
Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages is hosted by Battle-Merchant. The show has published 66 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "All About Loki: The Norse God of Mischief" (11 July 2026, 38 minutes), "The recipe for the Viking pan" (6 June 2026, 25 minutes), and "The fascinating history of medieval mules: indispensable helpers and loyal companions" (4 June 2026, 25 minutes).
Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 66 episodes.
Booking probability for Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages's contact route on record: verified email.
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Battle-Merchant hosts Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages, a history podcast with 66 episodes published.
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Episode #44
#loki #norsemythology #ragnarök In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the real Loki – and he has little in common with Marvel's Tom Hiddleston! Hendrik and Carmen reveal the true story of...
Episode #44
#vikings #medieval #foodhistory In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of Nordic cuisine! Hendrik and Carmen show you what the famous "Viking Pan" is all about and how people cooked in Scandinavia over...
<p>#middleages #mules #history</p> <p>In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of medieval mules! Hendrik and Carmen show you how these underestimated animals formed the backbone of European...
<p>#medievalhistory #history #myths</p> <p>In this exciting episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you just how far Hollywood strays from historical reality! You'll learn why medieval battles lasted for hours rather than five...
<p>#vikings #cosplay #reenactment</p> <p>In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how to create authentic Viking armor for cosplay and reenactment! We bust the myths and explain what's actually backed up by...
#vikings #braidedhairstyles #history In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen take a deep dive into the world of Viking braids and show you what we really know about Norse braided hairstyles. From the archaeological finds in...
#wakizashi #samuraisword #filmhistory In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you why the Wakizashi is far more than just the Katana's little sibling! Dive into the fascinating world of the second samurai sword and...
#vikings #medieval #history In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the Viking axe! Hendrik and Carmen show you why this legendary weapon was far more than just a combat tool - it was the...
#larp #sworddesign #medieval In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you everything about perfect LARP sword design! From choosing the right materials to years of maintenance – here you'll learn how to create realistic...
Episode #51
#armor #medieval #history In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you the fascinating development of armor from antiquity to the present day. Today we dive into the world of protective equipment and discover...
#medieval #cooking #history In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how sophisticated and well-thought-out medieval kitchens really were! From simple clay pots to elaborate bronze cooking equipment of the nobility...
#medievalhistory #armor #history In this fascinating episode, Hendrik and Carmen take you through the complete evolution of medieval armor - from the first padded gambesons to the iconic full plate armors of the...
#medieval #knights #history In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you the fascinating truth behind medieval knights - far removed from Hollywood romance! Dive into the world of real battle tactics and discover how...
#vikings #medievalhistory #history In this exciting episode, Hendrik and Carmen bust some stubborn Viking myths! What did the Norsemen between the 8th and 11th century really look like? Spoiler: Completely different...
#medieval #foodhistory #knights In this fascinating episode, Hendrik and Carmen dive deep into medieval cuisine and discover astonishing connections between food, medicine, and social status. Learn how cooks and...
#vikings #traderoutes #history In this fascinating episode, Carmen and Hendrik show you how the feared Vikings became successful traders! Today we're diving into a story that completely turns the common Viking cliché on...
Episode #44
#chainmail #armor #middleages In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how to measure yourself properly for a chainmail suit! From the 5 basic measurements to specialized ones for the hauberk and haubergeon, all the...
#vikings #history #medieval In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you the fascinating world of the Vikings – the real history, not the Hollywood clichés! From bearded warriors with horned helmets to wild raiders...
#shieldwall #vikings #medievalhistory In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how the legendary Viking shield wall really worked! Modern experiments reveal surprising weaknesses of this famous formation and explain...
Episode #41
#vikingburial #medievalhistory #history In this fascinating episode, Hendrik and Carmen delve deep into the world of Viking burials. Discover how the Norsemen honored their dead between 793 and 1066 AD and what...
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