Barbarian Banter

In episode 14 we discuss and breakdown the recent Hoplite Experiment conducted by Sur Le Champ in August of 2025 "to test and observe the dynamics of flight and pursuit during the rout of a hoplite formation in ancient Greece." They observed how hoplite formations moved, broke, collided, and pursued fleeing enemies, with emphasis on fear, cohesion, shock, and casualty patterns.We also discuss the limits of reenactment-based military history, including armor, endurance, skirmishers, cavalry, psychology, and the difficulty of recreating real fear of death. The episode then moves into questions on modern war, chivalry, Bronze Age Europe, Roman gladiators, Greek myth, and our personal Heroes.Timestamps:00:15 – Hoplite Warfare Experiment03:36 – Recreating Greek Phalanx Combat05:12 – Orthodox And Heretical Views08:33 – Methodology And Battle Setup12:30 – First Formation Clash15:12 – Problems With Formation19:32 – Shock Zones Explained23:43 – The Free Hunt27:37 – Casualties And Routing30:14 – Fear, Speed, And Endurance32:37 – Limitations Of The Experiment39:37 – Religion And Battlefield Courage01:09:13 – Modern War And Chivalry01:21:27 – Bronze Age Europe01:29:10 – Greek Myth And our own personal HeroesJonas’ Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-construction

Barbarian Banter Episode 13 is our first live Q&A episode, covering audience questions on language learning, moon landing skepticism, historical feasts, mustaches, Inca research, sunning, Scythians, the Huns, Cimmerians, Christianity, paganism, and modern warfare.We also discuss future podcast guests, the Reconquista, Evola, HEMA, historical crafts, ancient Greek mythology, Assassin’s Creed, Skyrim, For Honor, and the practical challenges of live streaming as two technologically challenged barbarians.Timestamps00:00 – Technical Issues and Setup03:19 – Language Learning and Portuguese06:59 – Moon Landing Debate09:38 – Historical Dinner Guests13:17 – Mustaches and Inca Research16:46 – Hair, Sacrifice, and Sunlight23:02 – Scythians and Robert Sepehr28:01 – Future Guests and Podcast Plans32:11 – Reconquista Research and Pelagius35:54 – Evola and Meeting in Person38:15 – Boxing, Wrestling, and Fighting48:15 – Statues, Cimmerians, and Religion55:08 – Huns, Looks, and Modern Weapons01:02:18 – Ancient History and Time Travel01:11:51 – HEMA, Chairs, and Crafts01:30:11 – Games, Skyrim, and Assassin’s Creed01:47:07 – Swords, Dragons, and Greek MythsJonas' Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-construction

Follow C.B: Website: https://caffeineandphilosophy.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/robertsonchr/featuredInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caffeineandphilosophy/Order of Fire: https://orderoffire.com/ Books: - https://a.co/d/089VCKTA- https://a.co/d/07UCuPZT- https://a.co/d/0iL3VlvB- https://a.co/d/0jh2f3U7PH2T3R: - https://a.co/d/04YMjED9- https://a.co/d/07M4Qdir- https://a.co/d/05QTjE1gIn this episode of Barbarian Banter, we sit down with Caffeine and Philosophy to explore solar idealism, myth, religion, and the philosophical foundations of meaning. We begin by examining the symbolic and metaphysical importance of the sun as a representation of order, intelligibility, and life, and expand into how ancient traditions understood divinity through nature rather than abstraction. We trace recurring solar patterns across cultures and discuss how these connect to natural law, hierarchy, and the structure of reality itself.From there, we move into a broader discussion of religion and philosophy, including the relationship between paganism and Christianity, the role of institutions in shaping belief, and the tension between lived spiritual experience and formal doctrine. We discuss myth as something to be enacted rather than merely believed, and we explore the limits of language in expressing truth, along with the divide between art and rational inquiry. Drawing on thinkers like Plato and Heidegger, we also examine authenticity, nihilism, the modern loss of meaning, and how we can orient ourselves within a fragmented cultural landscape.Jonas' Links:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JonasKilkerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTIMESTAMPS:00:01:01 – Defining Solar Idealism 00:05:14 – Religion, institutions, and corruption00:09:56 – Myth as lived truth vs belief00:13:48 – Truth, contradiction, and pluralism00:17:41 – Duality and human experience00:19:17 – Aletheia and unconcealment of truth00:21:50 – Limits of language and expression00:28:19 – Art vs philosophy and meaning00:30:00 – Philosophy through storytelling00:32:34 – Heidegger on Authenticity & Being-in-the-world00:55:12 – Objective Truth in Solar Idealism01:03:27 – The Importance of Homer01:06:27 – Iliad as Heroic Ideal Vs Odyssey as Ideal of Man01:17:13– The Influence of language on cultures01:34:06 – The evolution of symbolic language01:40:20 - Esotericism vs Bullshit 01:42:32 - Is there an age barrier to certain philosophies?01:52:15 - Has modern religion ruined ancient religion?02:07:53 – What is the future philosophy of the Western Man?02:30:00 – Where to find more of C.B. Robertson

Original World of Antiquity video: https://youtu.be/DrJ6OGMZ3NQ?si=H8rShD0wmZHXlBZqIn Episode 11 of Barbarian Banter, Jonas and Dane react to and discuss "10 Fierce Debates Rocking Ancient History" by the YouTube channel  ⁨@WorldofAntiquity⁩  covering major academic debates in ancient history and archaeology. The episode begins with a breakdown of current disputes surrounding ancient Egyptian genetics and identity, including the interpretation of new genome evidence, the limits of small ancient DNA samples, and the broader problem of projecting modern racial categories onto ancient populations.From there, the conversation moves through a wide range of historical controversies: the repatriation of artifacts and who should own the material remains of the ancient world, competing theories about the Proto-Indo-European homeland and the relationship between genetics and language, and the growing role of AI in translating ancient texts and reconstructing fragmentary inscriptions. Jonas and Dane also discuss the possibility of large-scale urban civilization in the ancient Amazon, debates over Celtic identity and whether “Celtic” represents a meaningful ancient category or a later umbrella label, and tensions in the study of classics over Eurocentrism, language training, and how ancient history should be taught.Later in the episode, they respond to questions from the audience on topics including “surfing the Kali Yuga,” Mouse Utopia and civilizational decline, Lord of the Rings archetypes, esotericism versus nonsense, favorite Assassin’s Creed games, historical legacy, cars, music, and long-term goals. Throughout the episode, the focus remains on evidence, interpretation, myth, identity, and how to think clearly about history without flattening its complexity.Jonas' Links:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JonasKilkerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTIMESTAMPS:00:00:15 – Intro and episode setup00:03:09 – Reacting to World of Antiquity00:03:47 – Egyptian genetics and race debate00:14:57 – Who should own antiquities?00:26:10 – Proto-Indo-European homeland theories00:39:02 – AI and ancient text translation00:51:03 – Ancient Amazon cities debate00:59:19 – Celtic identity and ethnogenesis01:12:45 – Early writing in South India01:16:53 – Is classics too Eurocentric?01:29:03 – Petra tomb controversy01:34:56 – Dead Sea Scrolls redating01:41:26 – Q&A01:42:11 – Surfing the Kali Yuga01:50:51 – Mouse Utopia and civilizational collapse02:00:28 – Lord of the Rings archetypes02:03:20 – Esotericism versus bullshit02:08:24 – Cars, music, and personal taste02:16:56 – Legacy, ambition, and future plans

In Episode 10 of Barbarian Banter, Jonas and Dane discuss spirituality as it appears in nature rather than only through formal doctrine. The conversation begins with the symbolic and practical importance of the sun, including solar worship in ancient religions, the sun as a life-giving force, and the connection between light, order, and divine structure. They explore parallels between Helios, Apollo, Christ, and other solar figures, along with broader questions about natural law, perennial truth, and the way ancient civilizations understood divinity through the physical world.The episode then moves into a deeper discussion of paganism and C hristianity including the spread of Christianity in Europe, the relationship between doctrine and spiritual practice, the role of Rome in shaping Christianity, and the extent to which Christian mythology continues older Indo-European and pagan themes. Jonas and Dane also discuss conversion, martyrdom, conquest, morality, nihilism, and the modern loss of meaning, along with the difference between abstract theology and lived spiritual experience.Later in the episode, they answer audience questions on the Christ myth controversy and C.S. Lewis’s response to it, supernatural experiences, the role of storytelling in history, the transformation of sexual energy into productive action, masculinity and discipline, hair and symbolic value, book recommendations, and what kind of legacy a person should try to leave behind.Jonas' LinksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTIMESTAMPS00:00:15 – Introduction and episode setup00:00:58 – Solar symbolism and spirituality in nature00:04:06 – Sun worship, natural law, and divine order00:08:48 – Incan religion, Christ, and solar figures00:11:56 – Pagan traditions, shared myths, and Hyperborean ideas00:14:33 – Chosen peoples, Christianity, and religious continuity00:18:53 – Europe, doctrine, and the spread of Christianity00:23:43 – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and prophetic fulfillment00:29:34 – Rome, geography, and the expansion of religion00:31:54 – Environmental influence on religion and mythology00:35:19 – Paganism, Christianity, and modern spiritual confusion00:41:29 – Conquest, compassion, and Christian morality00:44:16 – Nihilism, self-hatred, and the modern religious vacuum00:47:36 – Martyrdom, victory, and warrior spirituality00:52:15 – Saints, angels, gods, and recurring mythic patterns00:58:14 – Nature as worship and spiritual practice01:11:56 – Audience Q&A begins01:14:33 – Christ myth movement and C.S. Lewis’s answer01:16:48 – Supernatural experiences and personal encounters01:28:24 – Cars, lifestyle, and identity01:31:11 – History, exaggeration, and narrative truth01:37:31 – Sexual energy, discipline, and productive action01:45:05 – Hair care and symbolic presentation01:47:28 – Modern masculinity and action01:49:00 – Legacy, ambition, and historical goals01:50:17 – Book recommendations and closing thoughts

Follow Ethan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ethan.lorin/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ethanlorin Proper Cloth: https://propercloth.com/shop/ethanlorin?utm_source=Instagram&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=ethan.lorin&cvg_source=influencer&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn3p8WIIhj3xGxylAD7h-IvJ665_Tqm7iTCzpNzUQpUhGr7LFZZgYZZsxlPd4_aem_WQoEuTmHxI5Gjl9PJkHMlQIn this episode, we are joined by Ethan Lorin to discuss the relationship between fashion, identity, and history. The conversation examines how personal style develops through environment, subculture, and function, and how many modern aesthetics originate from deeper historical and practical roots.We cover the influence of skate and punk culture, regional identity, and workwear traditions, along with the historical foundations of styles such as Chicano fashion. The discussion also explores how cultural continuity shapes clothing, why imitation often replaces understanding, and how style functions as both a social signal and a reflection of personal standards.The episode expands into content creation, including the challenge of simplifying complex historical topics for modern audiences, the differences between long-form and short-form media, and how creators balance accessibility with accuracy. We also touch on historical storytelling in film, overlooked periods that deserve more attention, and broader philosophical questions about aesthetics, masculinity, and intentional self-presentation.Jonas' Links:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JonasKilkerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Intro and Ethan’s background03:58 – Utah, skate culture, and place shaping style06:59 – Chicano style and cultural lineage08:28 – Making history content12:12 – Vintage style and imitation vs understanding16:05 – Clothing as function and mindset22:11 – Long-form vs short-form content31:57 – Audience building and content strategy35:08 – Politics and audience dynamics52:55 – Historical films and authenticity01:05:48 – Dream history series and the Goths01:24:31 – Underrated historical stories01:44:29 – WWII style and military fashion01:51:40 – Q&A02:02:27 – How history will view us

In this episode of Barbarian Banter, we return to our barbarian roots with two brutal and unforgettable Gothic war stories.Jonas begins with the rise of Fritigern and the Gothic migration into Roman territory, tracing the collapse of Gothic unity under pressure from the Huns, the Christian-pagan divide between Fritigern and Athanaric, the Roman betrayal at Marcianopolis, and the long buildup to the Battle of Adrianople. He breaks down why Adrianople was one of the most decisive barbarian victories in history and why Fritigern deserves far more recognition as one of the great Gothic leaders.Dane then picks up the story in Ostrogothic Italy with the Gothic resurgence under Totila, leading into the Battle of Faventia and the legendary duel between the Gothic champion Valaris and the Roman commander Artabazes. From single combat and battlefield honor to Totila’s stirring final speech about blood, freedom, and nationhood, this episode explores two powerful Gothic moments that show the barbarian world at its most heroic, violent, and mythic.Along the way, we discuss the Gothic origins in southern Sweden, the Greuthungi-Tervingi divide, the Roman use of barbarian auxiliaries, the Christianization of the Goths, the fatalism of Germanic warrior culture, the Gothic kingdom in Italy, Belisarius, Theoderic the Great, and the deeper relationship between pagan inheritance and Christian Europe.Jonas' Links:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JonasKilkerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Intro00:15 – Gothic origins, the Huns, and the rise of Fritigern07:20 – The Goths enter Roman territory under Valens11:05 – Fritigern’s revolt and the road to Adrianople16:20 – The Battle of Adrianople and Gothic victory over Rome18:54 – Aftermath: Theodosius, Gothic settlement, and the road to the Ostrogoths20:42 – Totila, Belisarius, and the Gothic Wars in Italy26:08 – Valaris challenges the Romans to single combat29:45 – The duel between Valaris and Artabazes31:47 – Gothic victory at Faventia and Totila’s resurgence35:27 – Totila’s speech and the Gothic struggle for Italy40:06 – Swedish fatalism, Christianity, and Gothic warrior ethos45:17 – Q&A begins46:08 – Survive the Jive guest discussion48:13 – Where to start with history and philosophy53:04 – Modern distraction vs self-reflection58:27 – Hollywood’s portrayal of medieval life59:27 – Historical figures with the most aura01:01:23 – Favorite myths and European mythology01:09:21 – Thoughts on Herodotus01:13:21 – Favorite lifts in the gym01:15:18 – Was Alexander the Great bisexual?01:23:12 – Current books and interests01:39:36 – Closing thoughts and outro

Follow Sol Brah:Sol Department: https://soldept.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2iFhd5sn38u_gzlUucTr6QInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solbrah/X:https://x.com/SolBrahThe Sol Way (book): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV5MDGPC?ref_=cm_sw_r_tw_ud_dp_TWB1NWN4A6P96RHXD7R6_1In Episode 7 of Barbarian Banter, Jonas Kilker and Dane MillerHass sit down with author, entrepreneur, and digital creator Sol Brah for a wide-ranging conversation on vitality, discipline, myth, masculinity, and the spiritual battle of the modern world. We talk about what it actually means to follow your calling, the difference between living with purpose and drifting through life, and why friction, failure, and uncertainty are often signs you’re being redirected—not defeated. From nihilism and modern distraction to ancient myth and masculine energy, this episode moves between philosophy, spirituality, fitness, and practical life experience.We also dive into content creation, entrepreneurship, and the evolving digital landscape—breaking down what’s changed since 2020, why long-form thinking still matters, and how creators can build meaningful communities instead of chasing algorithms.Along the way, we explore Greek mythology, Indo-European symbolism, cataclysm cycles, technology, AI, and survival knowledge—plus we answer your questions on raw vs. cooked meat, semen retention, health practices, and more.Jonas' Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction & welcoming Soulbrah01:03 – Finding purpose, Soul Club, and divine timing03:34 – Authenticity, anxiety, and “soul expression”04:18 – Mastering your reality vs. slave morality05:42 – Friction, flow, and following the right path07:13 – Reframing problems and perspective10:18 – Nihilism vs. discipline and courage12:37 – Young men, meaning, and living for something13:28 – Kali Yuga, propaganda, and spiritual warfare15:03 – Phones, anxiety, and reclaiming mental energy16:33 – Why the bar is lower than ever18:52 – Rejecting blackpill thinking19:38 – Saving your world vs. saving the world21:13 – Content creation origins & leadership24:11 – Growing online & helping people through fitness27:15 – Viral moments & creator breakthroughs29:55 – Long-form vs. short-form content today33:37 – Entrepreneurship & building brands37:32 – The renaissance man mindset39:13 – Books that changed everything42:14 – Mythology: Milo, Sisyphus, Perseus, Hercules46:20 – Indo-European myth & universal truth49:35 – Applying myth to modern life52:39 – Living in chaos & creating the future54:14 – Sacred vs. profane in the modern world58:01 – AI, technology, and modern warfare01:01:11 – Survival skills & analog knowledge01:04:49 – Cataclysms, ancient civilizations & Atlantis01:10:03 – The pyramids & cosmic cycles01:14:48 – Flat earth, ice wall & speculative models01:17:19 – Break + travel talk01:19:58 – Raw meat vs. cooked meat01:23:53 – Parasites & natural health01:31:58 – Ball slapping & Taoist conditioning01:38:55 – NoFap & semen retention01:47:06 – Gaming, mythology & childhood influence

Follow Pat:Coaching: https://www.musclemindmile.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SherpaPat-z2iInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/musclemindmile/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@musclemindmileX:In Episode 6 of Barbarian Banter, we sit down with hybrid athlete and creator Patrick Donnelly (aka Sherpa Pat) for a deep conversation on heromaxxing, endurance, discipline, philosophy, and what it means to pursue a truly heroic life in the modern world.We begin with a look at Pat’s journey into content creation and hybrid training — from daily running videos and viral traction to ultramarathons, sobriety, and forging a personal philosophy rooted in mind, body, and spirit. From there, the conversation expands into hero myths, the Hero archetype, social connection, endurance, and the spiritual dimensions of physical discipline.Pat shares powerful stories from his life — including transformative moments during ultramarathons, lessons from moving across the country, his journey away from partying toward purpose, and the deeper meaning behind his concept of “heromaxxing.” It will be the future. ALSO: Huge shoutout to Mad Villain Apocryphe (@mf_apocryphe on instagram) for the wonderful new logo and show art! Check out his page for more.Jonas' Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionTimestamps:00:00 – New Barbarian Banter logo + intro02:40 – Introducing Sherpa Pat03:38 – From daily running clips to viral philosophy content07:35 – Writing, journaling, and developing personal philosophy11:44 – Focus, flow state, and creative concentration15:23 – Consistency vs short-term suffering16:12 – Getting into running during COVID18:59 – First marathon & early milestones22:22 – Hero myths, Percy Jackson, and storytelling archetypes24:53 – The origin of “heromaxxing”28:47 – Social skills, presence, and breaking NPC routines33:04 – Meaningful encounters & being present in the world34:46 – Moving from New Jersey to South Carolina41:48 – Reinvention, risk, and leaving home45:02 – The “moonlight to sunlight bridge” transformation story52:12 – The call to adventure & internal conflict54:16 – Psychedelics, clarity, and rediscovering purpose01:02:03 – Climbing the next mountain01:07:31 – Public speaking & social development01:10:58 – Animal encounters & omens while running01:13:31 – Motivation on bad days (“embrace the suck”)01:16:21 – Armies in history & myth01:22:59 – Afterlife & spirituality01:23:52 – Supernatural moments during ultramarathons01:31:01 – The importance of endurance01:33:08 – Physical discipline vs intellectual life01:35:28 – Favorite books & films on history01:38:26 – Wisdom for future generations

In Episode 5 of Barbarian Banter, Jonas Kilker and Dane MillerHaas are joined by Jack Gordon for a wide-ranging discussion on looksmaxxing, masculinity, philosophy, spirituality, and the crisis of modern culture.The episode begins with Jack sharing how he first discovered philosophy through politics and cultural commentary, which leads into a deeper conversation about the philosophical foundations behind modern ideological movements. We discuss thinkers such as Costin Alamariu (BAP), Friedrich Nietzsche, René Guénon, Oswald Spengler, Julius Evola, and Carl Schmitt, exploring how philosophical traditions shape modern debates about culture, spirituality, and identity.The conversation then shifts toward religion and spirituality, including personal reflections on Christianity, the search for meaning, and the role of metaphysical thinking in an increasingly materialist world.From there, the discussion moves into the cultural impact of Bronze Age Mindset and the “vitalist” philosophy movement, examining how ideas about strength, aesthetics, and personal excellence influence young men today.In the second half of the episode, the hosts explore the controversial rise of looksmaxxing culture, debating whether improving one's physical appearance leads to genuine personal growth or simply creates a hollow imitation of success.They also discuss:• The relationship between looksmaxxing and inner character• Why philosophy historically emerged from warrior cultures• The connection between bodybuilding, aesthetics, and ancient Greek ideals• The difference between being a “Chad” and becoming one• Whether modern self-improvement culture is rediscovering ancient values• Masculinity, intuition, and the philosophy of action• The role of risk, adventure, and struggle in shaping characterThe episode concludes with a Q&A covering topics such as fashion, individuality, LARPing, relationships, agency, and advice for young men navigating the modern world.Barbarian Banter is a podcast dedicated to exploring history, mythology, philosophy, masculinity, and culture through open conversation and intellectual debate.Follow Jack:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@ItsJackGordon⁩  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truejackofalltrades/Jonas' Links:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-construction

Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/cw/BarbarianBanter?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkSubscribe to Medieval Mindset: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MDVL_mindsetPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/MedievalMindsetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/medieval_mindsetTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capstoneoxyopia2n4mJonas' Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-construction

Support us on Patreon! -- https://patreon.com/BarbarianBanter?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFollow Harry: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/h_miller76/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@h_miller76YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@Harry_Miller76⁩  Substack: https://hsmiller76.substack.com/X: https://x.com/h_miller76In Episode 3, we are joined by our good friend and highly requested guest, Harry Miller. Harry kicks us off by reciting an essay he wrote on the Wandering Tribe of Dan and their mysterious connections to the European peoples at large, from their connections to the Bronze Age Greeks, the Scythians of the Black Sea, the Tuatha De Danann of Ireland, The Norse Sagas, Asgard, Hyperborea, and ultimately, the lost civilization of Atlantis. We discuss the importance of studying myth as a means of uncovering the objective truths of the universe and how these stories aid us in understanding ourselves and God. It is an absolute journey, and we wrap up with 30 minutes of Q&A from our Instagram followers.I can safely say we uncovered the esoteric secrets of reality in this episode. How the Historical Achilles Triggered the Bronze Age Collapse | Piyamaradu - 1250 BC: https://youtu.be/3Bi-l-Z1tl0?si=8wq_GAofuI0Wsh7YJonas' Links:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilker X: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalism Website: https://jonaskilker.com/Danes Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=20 Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-construction

In the first episode of Barbarian Banter, Jonas Kilker and Dane MillerHaas follow a fascinating historical thread: how steppe culture, Roman military standards, and Sarmatian heavy cavalry might connect to the legend of King Arthur.We break down the Draco Standard (the dragon banner used by Dacians, Sarmatians and later Roman units), why dragon symbolism spreads across Britain, and how the post-Roman collapse could have transformed a real war leader into the mythic Arthurian figure we inherited later. Along the way we touch on Roman auxiliary troops, European warfare tactics through the ages, the Anglo-Saxon invasions, and how myth preserves historical truth even when the documents fail.Topics covered in this episode:– Scythians → Sarmatians and why names change in the sources– The Draco Standard: Dacian origins, Roman adoption, and battlefield psychology– Roman Britain, cavalry, and the post-Roman power vacuum– Pendragon, dragon banners, and why Wales kept the dragon– How myths evolve: Nennius, later medieval authors, and Arthur’s transformation– Dragons as symbol: from steppe banners to Arthurian myth to modern meaningAvailable on YouTube & Spotify.Jonas' Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JonaskilkerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonaskilkerX: https://x.com/jonaskilkerJonas’ Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/mythic-vitalismDane's Links:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatdane269Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_great_dane469?igsh=ZXh3dmM2YjQ1ZzZy&utm_source=qrTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatdane13?_t=8s6TjlAlLmZ&_r=1X: https://x.com/thegreatdane269?s=21Substack: https://substack.com/@danemillerhassDane’s Merch: https://constantinegraphicsco.com/collections/under-constructionJoin the conversation!Which name is better: Barbarian Banter or Barbaric Banter?Drop your vote in the comments — and if you’ve got a stronger name idea, pitch it.#Scythians #Sarmatians #KingArthur #RomanBritain #DracoStandard #HistoryPodcast #Mythology #IndoEuropeans #Goths #DarkAges