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  • There are many peaceful ways to settle a disagreement, any one of which is preferable to a physical confrontation (but) that does not mean that you must stand around waiting to get hit before you can act in your own defense.

    No First Strike In Chivalry

    There are many peaceful ways to settle a disagreement, any one of which is preferable to a physical confrontation (but) that does not mean that you must stand around waiting to get hit before you can act in your own defense.

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  • Part 1 of a conversation with Angela Clair, one of the historical interpreters with the Royal Armouries at Leeds, who studies the history of arms, armor and warfare, and plays the role of Joan of Arc for visitors to the Armouries. Also: Chivalry and the Age of Polar Exploration, and Andy Griffith’s example of humility.

    Episode 11: The View of Chivalry from the Royal Armouries

    Part 1 of a conversation with Angela Clair, one of the historical interpreters with the Royal Armouries at Leeds, who studies the history of arms, armor and warfare, and plays the role of Joan of Arc for visitors to the Armouries. Also: Chivalry and the Age of Polar Exploration, and Andy Griffith’s example of humility.

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  • If you are a member of a dominant group, you have a responsibility to challenge other members of your group who are acting in oppressive ways. If you do not, then your silence it tantamount to complicity in their abusive behavior.

    The Chivalry Trap

    If you are a member of a dominant group, you have a responsibility to challenge other members of your group who are acting in oppressive ways. If you do not, then your silence it tantamount to complicity in their abusive behavior.

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  • There are indeed times still when it’s necessary to go through some physical discomfort, indeed danger, to do the thing that’s right. The soldiers on the front lines in Iraq; police officers and firefighters everywhere. But for most of us, the necessity — the opportunity — to put ourselves in danger for someone else’s sake come rarely enough.

    Threads of Justice

    There are indeed times still when it’s necessary to go through some physical discomfort, indeed danger, to do the thing that’s right. The soldiers on the front lines in Iraq; police officers and firefighters everywhere. But for most of us, the necessity — the opportunity — to put ourselves in danger for someone else’s sake come rarely enough.

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  • An interview with Prof. Craig Galbraith, author of The Benedictine Rule of Leadership, who explores the connections between monks and knights, as well as the similarities between the Code of Chivalry and one of the most effective monastic rules of medi

    Episode 10: Chivalry and the Benedictine Rule

    An interview with Prof. Craig Galbraith, author of The Benedictine Rule of Leadership, who explores the connections between monks and knights, as well as the similarities between the Code of Chivalry and one of the most effective monastic rules of medi

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  • From the first day of practice through the last day of the season, Ehrmann and his best friend, Head Coach Biff Poggi, bombard their players with stories and lessons about being a man built for others.

    Knights of the Gridiron: Part 2

    From the first day of practice through the last day of the season, Ehrmann and his best friend, Head Coach Biff Poggi, bombard their players with stories and lessons about being a man built for others.

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  • We compare, we compete. That’s all we ever do. It leaves most men feeling isolated and alone. And it destroys any concept of community.

    Knights of the Gridiron: Part 1

    We compare, we compete. That’s all we ever do. It leaves most men feeling isolated and alone. And it destroys any concept of community.

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  • In a marriage, financial honesty is right up there with fidelity. And yet men (and women) think nothing of keeping financial secrets.

    Financial Fidelity

    In a marriage, financial honesty is right up there with fidelity. And yet men (and women) think nothing of keeping financial secrets.

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  • A unique “joint podcast” edition with guest host Vangie Rich of the Finding Camelot podcast. Scott and Vangie discuss the lore, legends and literature of King Arthur, what the stories of Camelot can teach us about 21st century chivalry, and how the image of chivalry and knighthood has evolved from Malory to Monty Python.

    Episode 9: Finding Camelot With Chivalry Today

    A unique “joint podcast” edition with guest host Vangie Rich of the Finding Camelot podcast. Scott and Vangie discuss the lore, legends and literature of King Arthur, what the stories of Camelot can teach us about 21st century chivalry, and how the image of chivalry and knighthood has evolved from Malory to Monty Python.

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  • We speak with Prof. Steven Muhlberger, author of Deeds of Arms and several other books focusing on chivalry in the Middle Ages. Plus: Other podcasts with chivalric themes, and some 13th century thoughts on prudence, chivalry and “little white lies.”

    Episode 8: Chivalry & Charny’s Laws of Arms

    We speak with Prof. Steven Muhlberger, author of Deeds of Arms and several other books focusing on chivalry in the Middle Ages. Plus: Other podcasts with chivalric themes, and some 13th century thoughts on prudence, chivalry and “little white lies.”

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