Into the Greenwood
Robin Hood is one of the most ubiquitous figures in the English-speaking world. He’s been the star of countless films, television shows, books, games, and branded merchandise from baking supplies to investment apps. Whether he’s wearing a dark shrouding hood or a jaunty pointed cap, there’s a distinct image that comes to mind when you hear the name. Our mission is to dissect that image. Through interviews with academics and experts we’ll be taking a focused look on what one would actually expect of a forest-dwelling outlaw in late 12th century England. How many Merry Men could comfortably dwell within Sherwood Forest? How extensive was the authority of a local Sheriff? Would those tights of Lincoln green be comfortable to wear? You know, the important stuff. Interview episodes will be interspersed with episodes delving into our pop-culture portrayals as we take a chronological look at Robin Hood’s extensive filmography one movie at a time. So string your bows, prepare a lusty laugh, and come join us in the greenwood. Support: patreon.com/intogreenwood o buymeacoffee.com/intogreenwood
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Into the Greenwood
Episode 4: Daring Adventures in the 14th Century with Author Steven A. McKay
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An interview with Steven A. McKay author of the 'Forest Lord' series of novels and novellas and contributor to the new 'Hood: Outlaws & Legends' video game.
We discuss his choice to abandon the traditional setting for Robin Hood in favor of the *more* traditional setting for Robin Hood (it will make sense, I promise) and how neither of us might be your best choice for a teammate in even a Robin Hood-themed video game and a whole lot more.
The author's page, with links to his work, an essay on his Robin Hood writing, and a suggested reading order for the 'Forest Lord' series:
https://stevenamckay.com/
Reference books mentioned during the interview for more on the original ballads of Robin Hood and the reign of King Edward II:
Robin Hood: The Man Behind the Myth by Graham Phillips and Martin Keatman
The Life and Times of Edward II by Caroline Bingham
Website for the 'Hood: Outlaws & Legends' video game from Focus Home Interactive.
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