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Of Swords and Magic: An Arthurian Audio Blog

Of Swords and Magic: An Arthurian Audio Blog

By LJ Bertini

An audio-blog of the original Arthurian blog, "Of Swords and Magic". A discussion of history, myth and the continuation of Arthurian Legend. Your hub for all things King Arthur!
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Ep 5 - "Hawk of May": A Book Discussion

Of Swords and Magic: An Arthurian Audio BlogAug 30, 2022

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Ep 14 - Crystals for the Arthurianist: Part 1

Ep 14 - Crystals for the Arthurianist: Part 1

Let's delve into the spiritual Arthuriana! Join me for a look at various crystals that invoke the energy of some of the major Arthurian characters as divine figures, and how they can help you in your spiritual journey.

Read this episode as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2023/10/24/crystals-for-the-arthurianist-part-1/

Nov 29, 202320:53
Ep 13 - Arthurian Adventure Destinations: Part 3: Italy

Ep 13 - Arthurian Adventure Destinations: Part 3: Italy

Part 3 of our Arthurian Adventure Destinations series covers Arthurian locations in Italy, including beautiful Italian Arthurian art and the Sword of Galgano.

(To read this episode as a blog post, click here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2023/09/28/arthurian-adventure-destinations-part-3-italy/ )

Nov 08, 202319:24
Ep 12 - St. Patrick's Day Drinks: Arthurian Edition

Ep 12 - St. Patrick's Day Drinks: Arthurian Edition

Enjoy this St. Patrick's Day with some fun Arthurian-themed drink recipes you can make at home! 

Read this episode as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2022/03/17/st-patricks-day-drinks-arthurian-edition/


Mar 16, 202316:18
Ep 11 - International Women's Day: Arthurian Edition

Ep 11 - International Women's Day: Arthurian Edition

Happy International Women's Day! Celebrate today with some fun activities inspired by the women of Arthurian legend.

Read this episode as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2022/03/08/activities-for-international-womens-day-arthurian-edition/


Mar 08, 202315:07
Ep 10 - Black Voices in Arthurian Legend

Ep 10 - Black Voices in Arthurian Legend

Happy Black History Month! Join me for a discussion about Black voices in Arthurian Legend, including the work of Tracey Deonn and Zetna Fuentes.

Read this episode as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2022/03/01/black-voices-in-arthurian-legend/


Feb 24, 202310:51
Ep 9 - Valentine's Day: Arthurian Edition

Ep 9 - Valentine's Day: Arthurian Edition

Happy Valentine's Month! Check out this fun list of Arthurian-themed Valentine's Day activities to indulge in this year. :)

Read this episode as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2023/02/14/valentines-day-arthurian-edition/


Feb 21, 202315:39
Ep 8 - Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: A Thought on Christianity and Paganism

Ep 8 - Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: A Thought on Christianity and Paganism

Happy New Year! Join me for a discussion of the Christian and pagan themes present in the character of the Green Knight.

To read this episode as a blog post, click here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2023/02/07/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight-a-thought-on-christianity-and-paganism/


Feb 09, 202315:20
Ep 7 - Arthurian Adventure Destinations: Part 2: South Wales

Ep 7 - Arthurian Adventure Destinations: Part 2: South Wales

Dreaming of doing some traveling in the coming new year? Join me for a quick look at some of southern Wales' Arthurian destination spots! 

To read this episode as a blog post, click here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2022/12/14/arthurian-adventure-destinations-part-2-south-wales/


Dec 15, 202213:44
Ep 6 - Arthurian Tea Collection

Ep 6 - Arthurian Tea Collection

A look at the loose-leaf Arthurian-inspired teas from my Etsy shop! Get yours here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OfSwordsAndMagic?ref=shop_sugg

Read the original blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2021/10/17/arthurian-tea-collection/


Oct 11, 202205:54
Ep 5 - "Hawk of May": A Book Discussion

Ep 5 - "Hawk of May": A Book Discussion

A discussion/review of Gillian Bradshaw's Gawain-inspired story, Hawk of May.

Read the original blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2021/09/28/hawk-of-may-book-discussion/


Aug 30, 202208:48
Ep 4 - Celtic Deities and Arthurian Legend

Ep 4 - Celtic Deities and Arthurian Legend

An in-depth exploration of the possible influence of Celtic deities on Arthurian legend.

Read the original blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2021/03/18/celtic-deities-and-arthurian-legend/


Aug 08, 202245:41
Ep 3 - "The Squire's Tales": A Book Discussion

Ep 3 - "The Squire's Tales": A Book Discussion

A discussion of Gerald Morris's Arthurian series, "The Squire's Tales". A MUST for all Arthurian fans!!!

This episode is available to read as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2020/10/20/the-squires-tales-book-discussion/


Jul 28, 202214:07
Ep 2 - Arthurian Adventure Destinations: Part 1: England

Ep 2 - Arthurian Adventure Destinations: Part 1: England

Ready your hiking shoes! Here's a list of some of England's top Arthurian-inspired locations! 

This episode is available to read as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2020/08/30/arthurian-adventure-destinations-part-1-england/


Jul 18, 202208:14
Ep 1 - The Cultural Diversity of the Round Table

Ep 1 - The Cultural Diversity of the Round Table

A discussion of the variety of lands, cultures, traditions and backgrounds that differentiate the main characters of Arthurian Legend. Arthur's Round Table was much more culturally diverse than most people realize!

This episode is available as a blog post here: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2020/05/03/the-cultural-diversity-of-the-round-table/


Jul 01, 202213:06
Intro: “Come and be Welcome.”

Intro: “Come and be Welcome.”

Welcome to "Of Swords and Magic": an Arthurian Legend Blog! This episode is also available as a regular blog post: https://ofswordsandmagiccom.wordpress.com/2020/03/04/example-post/

Jun 30, 202203:01