Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages

Battle-Merchant

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Episodes 60

Avg. Duration 23m

Activity Moderate

Since Dec 2025

Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Daily

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26%

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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

Wakizashi in Film: Tradition and Representation

Apr 02, 2026 27m

#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…

The historical significance of the Viking axe

Apr 01, 2026 27m

#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…

Perfect LARP sword design: tips and tricks for realistic designs

Mar 31, 2026 22m

#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…

The fascinating development of armor: a comparison between medieval and modern protective equipment

Mar 30, 2026 22m

#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…

Medieval cooking: cuisine from the cauldron to the spit

Mar 29, 2026 24m

#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…

Medieval armor: What types were used in history?

Mar 28, 2026 18m

#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…

Knights on the battlefield: tactics and strategies of medieval combat

Mar 27, 2026 21m

#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…

The true appearance of the Vikings: myths and facts revealed

Mar 26, 2026 20m

#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:…

Medieval cuisine: a journey through taste and health

Mar 25, 2026 20m

#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…

The Viking trade route: from raids to trading empires

Mar 25, 2026 30m

#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…

Chain mail: How do I find the right size?

Mar 15, 2026 26m

#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…

The Legacy of the Vikings: A Fascinating Cultural History

Mar 13, 2026 22m

#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…

The Viking shield wall: tactics and psychology on the medieval battlefield

Mar 04, 2026 22m

#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…

Viking burial rituals and traditions

Mar 02, 2026 26m

#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…

Medieval armor and weapons put to the test: How effective were they really?

Feb 28, 2026 22m

#medieval #armor #tests In this exciting episode, Hendrik and Carmen present a fascinating comparison test: How does medieval plate armor hold up against modern body armor? We analyze real test…

The Secrets of the Viking Alphabet: A Decoding of the Futhark

Feb 27, 2026 23m

#vikings #runes #history Dive with us into the fascinating world of Viking runes! In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen unlock the secrets of the Elder Futhark, Younger Futhark, and Anglo-Saxon…

Medieval feasts: insight into the cuisine of the elite

Feb 26, 2026 24m

#medievaltimes #feasts #nobleculture In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how the medieval elite staged power and prestige through their dining culture. Food was far more than just sustenance…

Fascinating Viking books and historical novels

Feb 25, 2026 38m

#vikings #sagas #norsemythology In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen take you on a captivating journey through the world of Viking sagas and Norse stories. From the mystical Eddas to Erik the Red's…

How to be a convincing doctor in LARPs: tips and tricks for a realistic gaming experience

Feb 22, 2026 20m

#larp #healer #roleplay In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how to be convincing as a doctor in LARP and create unforgettable gaming moments! Carmen shares her years of experience as an…

How medieval knights and their horses fought as a team on the battlefield

Feb 20, 2026 20m

#medieval #knight #warhorse In this fascinating episode, Hendrik and Carmen show you how medieval knights and their warhorses became an inseparable combat unit. Dive into the world of years-long…

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