The Noble Savage (Barbarian Poets 3/3)
J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic awakens the barbarian inside, reminding us to be heroes instead of victims.
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Inspiring the Barbarian in You through stories about Vigor, Wonder, and Fellowship
Ed Hinman
- Aug 11
- 9 min
The Sad Shires of War (Barbarian Poets 2/3)
Wilfred Owen’s poetry gives me something I need most in modern life: to feel. While his bleak message reminds me to keep the faith.
Ed Hinman
- Jul 28
- 8 min
Man Against Machine (Barbarian Poets 1/3)
Facing the mechanized horrors of World War I, some soldiers didn’t search for meaning, they created it.
Ed Hinman
- Jun 21
- 5 min
Eat ‘Em and Smile
How a dear friend reminds me to eat bad, drink good, and be merry.
Ed Hinman
- Jun 7
- 9 min
Castles! (William the Conqueror, 3/3)
The History and Lasting Wonder of England's Castles.
Ed Hinman
- May 11
- 11 min
A Race of Predators (William the Conqueror, 2/3)
How Norman Knights forged an innovative martial culture that won the Battle of Hastings, conquered England, and changed warfare.
Ed Hinman
- Apr 20
- 7 min
Show No Mercy (William the Conqueror, 1/3)
How the Normans led by William the Conqueror became the most fearsome warriors of their age.
Ed Hinman
- Mar 30
- 4 min
Don't Be Ashamed - Love What You Love
When others mock your passion, it's a good sign you’re onto something special.
Ed Hinman
- Feb 25
- 10 min
The Dark Wonders of Goth
Why the dark and deathly themes of Gothic Art can paradoxically make us happier and more creative human beings.
Ed Hinman
- Jan 27
- 13 min
Hollywood Barbarians
How two broke ex-jocks moved to Hollywood, taught themselves filmmaking, and then ambushed Ed Harris, convincing him to star in their movie.
Ed Hinman
- Dec 22, 2023
- 5 min
Churchillian Wonder
How Winston Churchill fought Depression with Art
Ed Hinman
- Nov 10, 2023
- 4 min
Finding Fellowship in the Marine Corps
The Marine Corps was, is, and will always be a barbarian tribe.
Ed Hinman
- Oct 27, 2023
- 4 min
“It was October” -- That Time In Between…
This Fall, I hope you too set your senses and intuitions ablaze with wonder.
Ed Hinman
- Oct 15, 2023
- 10 min
Into the Woods of Wonder - 2/2 (Thinking about the Roman Empire)
Concluding the epic battle when barbarians stopped the Roman Empire cold.
Ed Hinman
- Sep 24, 2023
- 12 min
Into the Woods of Wonder - 1/2 (Thinking about the Roman Empire)
In 9AD, three Roman legions (18,000 men) entered the Teutoburg Forest of Germany and were never seen again. This is their story.
Ed Hinman
- Sep 9, 2023
- 12 min
Prime Time Barbarian
Why 5- Star Recruits like Travis Hunter are choosing Coach Deion Sanders over the wealthy and prestigious schools who court them.
Ed Hinman
- Aug 27, 2023
- 8 min
The Book that Changed My Life
How Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding helped me dream big and escape mediocrity.
Ed Hinman
- Aug 13, 2023
- 10 min
Red Pill or Blue? (Brave New World - 2/2)
How the hard road to freedom can be a costly one.
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