Forge and Foundry Podcast: Tony Swatton Returns
Episode notes
In the debut episode of the Forge and Foundry Podcast, Hollywood bladesmith Tony Swatton and Renaissance sword maker Kerry Stagmer take you behind the scenes of their incredible journeys through bladesmithing, blacksmithing, and the wild world of metalwork. Tony—famous for crafting some of the most iconic weapons in film, TV, and the hit YouTube series Man at Arms—shares how a love for fantasy and storytelling sparked a lifelong obsession with steel. Kerry, owner of Baltimore Knife and Sword and current host of Man at Arms: Reforged, brings his decades of experience, blending historical precision with bold creativity to build everything from stage-ready swords to one-of-a-kind collector pieces.
Together, they trade stories, swap insights, and look back on the twists and turns that forged their careers—while laying the groundwork for what’s coming next. It’s a deep dive into the craft, the community, and the cutting edge of metal artistry. Welcome to Forge and Foundry—where legends are made, one blade at a time.