Ian and Jackson Crawford discuss the genesis and details of their collaborative April Fools' Day videos, which humorously explored Viking firearms and gunpowder. The conversation, recorded live for Patreon supporters, reveals the idea originated eight months prior during a trip to Iceland. They also touch upon Easter eggs within the videos and hint at ambitious plans for next year's April Fools' content, having set a high bar for themselves. This behind-the-scenes look offers insight into the creative process and the collaborative spirit behind the popular Forgotten Weapons channel.
This episode of Forgotten Weapons ventures into Icelandic culinary traditions with Ian McCollum and Jackson Crawford. They explore Hákarl, fermented Greenland shark, detailing its preparation involving burial for six months due to the shark's high ammonia content. The tasting reveals a strong cheese-like flavor followed by a potent ammonia aftertaste. They also sample traditionally smoked trout, noting its unique smoking method using horse manure due to Iceland's lack of trees.
This video features a discussion between the host of Forgotten Weapons and Dr. Jackson Crawford about Crawford's experience as a first-time participant in Finnish Brutality 2022. The conversation delves into his impressions of the competition from a fresh perspective, contrasting with the host's long-standing involvement. The description also highlights Dr. Crawford's academic work on Norse language and mythology, drawing a parallel to the host's approach to firearms history.
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