
The modern study of the ancient art of swordplay is brought to life each week where we talk to a different member of the historical European martial arts, or HEMA, community. Whether it’s the medieval longsword, Elizabethan rapier, the regency smallsword or Victorian sabre that interest you, join us for a series of fascinating interviews with instructors, competitors and experts from all around th... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 135 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureHobbies | |||

Have you not been to class for a while? Do you miss swords? Whatever your hobby, I break down the steps and approach you need to make returning to the thing you love a pleasure not a pain.
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I attended Scotland’s very first URG HEMA event in October 2025, and took the opportunity to interview the two organisers to gain an insight into the process and goals of this awesome historical fencing Weekender.
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This podcast is aimed at everyone who trains HEMA or any martial art, whether you want to get out of a plateau in class, or you’re planning a comeback after a break, or you just can’t get to a class, training from home is always a good idea.
🏆 “Winning is everything”. Winning is just a visible part of fencing. There is a fathoms-deep chunk beneath the surface of learning, passion and personal growth.
👀 To look down on other fencers and clubs. Parochial perceptions persist, and a commu... more
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This podcast is a great source for experiences perspectives about modern hema training, with a focus on inclusivity and safety. Highly recommended.
Great to hear so many hema folks I haven’t met in person before!










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