Einar Selvik of Wardruna returns to the Northern Myths Podcast to discuss the upcoming Warduna album Kvitravn, available on January 22nd, 2021. Music Video Links:Kvitravn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhiUacGzIg8Grá: https://www.youtube.c

Kalevala Runo 11 - Lemminkäinen and Kyllikki

Sep 23rd, 2020 1h 49m

In this episode, we continue our Kalevala journey with Runo 11 - Lemminkäinen and Kyllikki! In this Runo we meet the two eponymous characters - Lemminkäinen and Kyllikki - and we explore the dynamics between young men and women and some of the

Tuomas Rounakari of Shamanviolin and Korpiklaani Returns to the Northern Myths Podcast

Aug 19th, 2020 1h 6m

In this episode, we are joined for the second time by Tuomas Rounakari of Shamanviolin and Korpiklaani. We discuss his upcoming projects, then discuss shamanism and the pre-Christian grief ritual known as laments. For an introduction to Tuomas

Interview with Alexey Belkin of Russian Folk Group Otava Yo (Алексей Белкин - фолк группа Отава ё)

Aug 12th, 2020 1h 1m

In this episode we interview Alexey Belkin of Russian folk band Otava Yo (Алексей Белкин от фолк группы «Отава ё»). We discuss Otava Yo's excellent music videos which, among other things, highlight the importance of nature, especially for peopl

Kristyn J. Miller Discusses Siegfried, Sigurd, and Beowulf

Aug 5th, 2020 1h 8m

In this episode we are joined by Kristyn J. Miller to discuss the story of Siegfried/Sigurd of Das Nibelungenlied and the Volsunga Saga, as well as references and comparisons to that story from Beowulf. Kristyn is, in her own words, a writer an

Kalevala Runo 10 - The Forging of the Sampo

Jul 22nd, 2020 2h 13m

In this episode we return to the Kalevala with Kalevala Runo 10 - The Forging of the Sampo! We read how Väinämöinen gets Ilmarinen to journey to Pohjola to forge the Sampo, a powerful mythical device of unknown properties! This is the Northe

Introduction to the Northern Myths Podcast

Jul 15th, 2020 37m 24s

This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. In this introductory episode, we introduce the podcast, the stories we cover,

Dr. Jackson Crawford Returns to the Northern Myths Podcast to Discuss the Wanderer's Havamal

Jul 8th, 2020 1h 10m

Dr. Jackson Crawford returns to the Northern Myths Podcast to tell us about his Wanderer's Havamal. We discuss his involvement with the upcoming Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and other exciting projects Dr. Crawford is working on. In our discussio

Northern Myths Podcast Returns!

Jul 5th, 2020 14m 17s

The Northern Myths Podcast returns after over a year! We discuss our exciting plans for the future, and we hope to have you along with us!This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe

Rígsþula - The Lay of Rig from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology

May 22nd, 2019 2h 17m

In this episode we cover Rígsþula, or the Lay of Rig, from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology. We hear how Heimdall, going by Rig, visits 3 couples representing the classes of slaves, free men, and lords, and helps them to reproduce. Their divi

Interview with Viking Age Podcast's Lee Accomando

May 15th, 2019 1h 6m

We are joined by Lee Accomando, host of the Viking Age Podcast! His show is one of the longest running Norse/Viking themed shows, and he certainly paved the way for us in a lot of ways so we're excited to have him on! We had a great discussion,

Kalevala Runo 9 - The Origin of Iron

May 8th, 2019 2h 14m

In this episode we return to the Kalevala with Kalevala Runo 9 - The Origin of Iron. Väinämöinen is being healed by the old man he met at the end of the last Runo, and they discuss the mythological origin of iron. This poem deals with the devel

Interview with Saga Thing

May 1st, 2019 1h 24m

In this episode we interview the hosts of the Saga Thing podcast, one of the longest running shows in the Norse/Viking space and a show that we personally enjoy very much. We had an entertaining talk, and a few times where they really made us t

Baldrs Draumar or Baldr's Dreams from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology

Apr 24th, 2019 1h 55m

We return to the story of the Death of Baldr through the famous poem Baldrs Draumar, or Baldr's Dreams, where Odin rides down into the underworld to find out why his son Baldr is having bad dreams about his death. We dive into the symbolism beh

Kalevala Runo 8 - Väinämöinen's Wound

Apr 10th, 2019 1h 44m

We continue our series on the Kalevala with Runo 8 - Väinämöinen's Wound. Väinämöinen gets distracted on his way home from Pohjola when he sees a maiden of Pohja. She makes him complete seemingly impossible challenges in order to win her hand i

Noah Tetzner from the History of Vikings Podcast Returns

Apr 3rd, 2019 55m 32s

Our good friend Noah Tetzner from the History of Vikings podcast joins us for the second time on the anniversary of his podcast! We talk about some of his favorite experiences from his first year of podcasting, including visiting the Jorvik Vik

Alvissmal - The Words of All-Wise from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology

Mar 27th, 2019 1h 22m

In this episode we read Alvissmal, or the Words of All-Wise, from the Poetic Edda. The dwarf Alvis (or All-Wise) visits Thor's hall to bring back Thor's daughter as his bride, and Thor acts very un-Thor-like as he deals with this unwelcome gues

Kalevala Runo 7 - Väinämöinen and Louhi

Mar 13th, 2019 1h 53m

Väinämöinen has been shot down into the sea by Joukahainen. Where he goes from there and who he meets will set the biggest story of the Kalevala in motion. Join us as we find out what happens with Väinämöinen and when he meets Louhi, the mistre

Interview with Siobhan Clark of the Myth Legend & Lore Podcast

Feb 13th, 2019 1h 7m

We are joined for the second time by Siobhan Clark, author of Children of Midgard and host of the Myth Legend & Lore podcast. We discuss the folklore of Scotland, especially the Shetland and Orkney islands, including the Finfolk, Kelpies, and S

Völundarkviða - The Escape of Volund the Smith from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology

Feb 6th, 2019 2h 7m

Hear how Volund is captured by the evil king Nithuth, and how he gets his revenge. We explore themes relating to society and technology, and the dangers of unconsciousness and resentment.This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal explor

Kalevala Runo 6 - Joukahainen's Crossbow

Jan 16th, 2019 1h 36m

This is the conclusion of the story of Joukahainen, and this poem wraps up some of the themes which started in the Runos 3 to 5. As Väinämöinen travels toward new adventures in Pohjola, Joukahainen is consumed with resentment and directs his an

Yule Special and 2018 Year in Review

Jan 2nd, 2019 1h 33m

In this episode we cover some of the history and traditions of Yule, the pre-Christian midwinter festival of the Norse and Germanic peoples. We discuss the timing of Yule based on the phases of the moon, Odin's Wild Hunt, the child-eating chara

Thrymskvida - The Lay of Thrym or the Theft of Mjolnir from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology

Dec 19th, 2018 1h 35m

This humorous story involves Thor, Loki, and Freya retrieving a stolen Mjolnir, the hammer of Thor, from the giant Thrym. Among other things, Thor gets dressed up in a wedding dress and nearly gets married to Thrym. Will it all be worth it?Thi

Kalevala Runo 5 - Väinämöinen's Fishing

Dec 12th, 2018 1h 39m

This is a story about moving on after a period of grief. In the aftermath of the Fate of Aino, Väinämöinen struggles to come to terms with the loss of his betrothed. We also explore the symbolic parallels to how society treats its younger gener

Lokasenna - The Flyting of Loki from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology

Nov 24th, 2018 3h 8m

The Gods hold a feast in the hall of Aegir! Everyone is there! Odin, Frigg, Freyr, Freya, Njord, Vidar. Everyone but Thor. Loki is there too. And Loki is full of bitterness and hatred. This famous poem is the rap battle of the Gods. Will Loki p