Best Episodes of The History of Vikings

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Elizabeth Ashman Rowe of Cambridge University about the life and legend of Ragnar Lothbrok. In this episode, we discuss historical sources for his life and how studying him can contribute to a greater understanding of the Viking Age. Referenced in Today’s Episode: Vikings in the West: The Legend of Ragnarr Lodbrok and His Sons The Oxford Illustrated History of the Vikings Follow The History of Vikings on YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim – Framganga

A lovely discussion with Professor Carolyne Larrington about the involvement of Christianity in Norse Mythology! Carolyne Larrington is Professor of Medieval European Literature at Oxford University and Official Fellow and Tutor at St. John's College. She is the author of a wonderful book on Norse Mythology called The Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes, as well as the author of a Translation of The Poetic Edda. You can find her on Twitter and at her website. You can find her books via the links below. Her book on Norse Mythology: https://amzn.to/2Krlv9A Her Translation of The Poetic Edda: https://amzn.to/2HCJmFw Twitter: https://twitter.com/profcarolyne Website: https://carolynelarrington.wordpress.com/ Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking?lang=en Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have: noah@thehistoryofvikings.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mead of Poetry is such a gripping tale, telling of the time when two sociopathic dwarves murdered the wisest human being who ever lived. The dwarves then embark upon a killing spree, murdering two giants, whose son later seeks to avenge their death. It is truly a marvelous myth centered around Odin and his quest for wisdom.  The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

The Viking raid of Lindisfarne marked the dawn of a new age. An age when holy monasteries and coastal villages would be sacked, burned, and pillaged regularly. It is difficult to imagine the horror and shock felt by the Northumbrians, upon learning that the holiest place in western Europe had been totally desecrated.The History of Vikings on YouTube: https://t.co/6hkYFk6aM1Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking?lang=enFeel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have: noah@thehistoryofvikings.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I talk with my good friend Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. In our conversation, we discuss the new Viking ship found in Norway. Bjørn is a bestselling Norwegian novelist, bushcrafter, yachtsman, historic archer, and modern day Viking. Please be sure to check out more of his work via the links below.  Bjørn's Youtube channel https://bit.ly/2Pa3YDU Bjørn's website & blog https://bull-hansen.com/ The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

I am so pleased to announce the release of my second history podcast, Stories of the Second World War! I would be delighted if you would give the podcast a listen, subscribe, and share. Please be sure to follow the links below and check out the podcast on your favorite platform. Subscribe to my new podcast Stories of the Second World War! Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/2PpGTwU Spotify https://bit.ly/2A06ebU Website https://storiesofthesecondworldwar.com

Today I had a chat with Dr. Peter Addyman, British archaeologist and original director of York Archaeological Trust. We discussed the history of Viking Age York and the discoveries he made during the Coppergate Dig of the 1970-80s. Referenced in Today’s Episode: JORVIK Viking Festival  Follow The History of Vikings on YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. Feel…

Today I talk with Eric Schumacher who has written a series of books about King Hakon The Good of Norway. Eric's books tell of how Hakon The Good must fight to claim and keep the high seat of Norway and are titled God's Hammer and Raven's Feast. You can find his books via the link below. The Hakon's Saga Book Series https://amzn.to/2HDimFH The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Tune in for a brilliant discussion with renowned British coin dealer Jon Mann. Jon and I talk all about Viking coins, the process of unearthing and discovering new Medieval coin hoards, and all of the fascinating things we can learn about the Vikings by studying them. Please be sure to check out Jon's online coin dealership via the link below.  Jon's Coin Dealership https://bit.ly/2BNKm4Z The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

A conversation with famous YouTube gaming star Pixelated Apollo. We'll be discussing the newest game in the Total War series, set during the Viking Age, called Thrones of Britannia! Total War has produced many different games, and each one is set during a different period in history. All Total War games are extensively researched so that the games are historically accurate. Thrones of Britannia is an excellent way to visualize The Viking Age, and really understand what that time period looked like.  Pixelated Apollo on Youtube https://bit.ly/2Qbi2lP The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Today I speak with Dr. John Hines, Professor of Archaeology at the School of History, Archaeology, and Religion at Cardiff University. We discuss the origin of the Old Norse language and the influence it has had across the medieval world. Additionally, we discuss the Old Norse system of writing (runes) and early examples of this type of writing. Be sure to check out my new book  The Poetic Edda: A Study Guide. The Poetic Edda is a collection of medieval Icelandic poems about the Norse gods and their human heroes. It is a crucial source for Norse myth and has inspired the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkein and the operas of Richard Wagner. Referenced in Today’s Episode: Dr. John Hines Biography, Work, and Publications Recommended Articles by Ancient History Encyclopedia: The Vikings in Iceland Vikings TV Series – Truths and Fictions Vikings: Jewelry, Weapons & Social Change at The VIKINGR Exhibition Follow The History of Vikings on YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim – Framganga & Folkvangr

Today I chat with Dr. Ármann Jakobsson, Professor of medieval Icelandic literature at the University of Iceland. We discuss the ways in which Old Norse literature inspired the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien. Referenced in Today’s Episode: Dr. Jakobsson’s Website & Work Follow Dr. Jakobsson on Academia.edu Recommended Articles by Ancient History Encyclopedia: Norse Ghosts & the Afterlife Norse Ghosts & Funerary Rites Edda Saga Follow The History of Vikings on YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim – Framganga

Today I chat with Dr. Vésteinn Ólason former director of the Arni Magnusson Institute, the foremost repository of old Icelandic manuscripts. He is also a retired professor of literature and an author who has written numerous books on literary history and criticism. We discuss the life and work of medieval Icelandic historian Snorri Sturluson. Referenced in Today’s Episode: Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies Follow The History of Vikings on YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim – Framganga

Today I talk with friend of the show, Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. In our conversation, we discuss ''The Viking Mentality.'' Bjørn is a bestselling Norwegian novelist, bushcrafter, yachtsman, historic archer, and modern day Viking. Please be sure to check out more of his work via the links below. Bjørn's Youtube channel https://bit.ly/2Pa3YDU Bjørn's website & blog https://bull-hansen.com/ The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Today I talk with friend of the show, Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. In our conversation, we discuss ''The Viking Mentality.'' Bjørn is a bestselling Norwegian novelist, bushcrafter, yachtsman, historic archer, and modern day Viking. Please be sure to check out more of his work via the links below. Bjørn's Youtube channel https://bit.ly/2Pa3YDU Bjørn's website & blog https://bull-hansen.com/ The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Today I'm joined by Professor Carolyne Larrington of Oxford University. We discuss Ragnarök and the events that comprise the End Times in Norse myth. Please be sure to check out her translation of the Poetic Edda, and book on Norse mythology via the links below. Carolyne's translation of The Poetic Edda https://amzn.to/2uEGKyr Carolyne's book on Norse Mythology https://amzn.to/2LrSgqw The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Today I'm joined by the world's leading scholar on Viking Berserks, Roderick Dale. Roderick is an archaeologist, Ph.D. in Viking studies, and author of two books about the Viking Age. Please be sure to check out more of his work via the links below.  Roderick's book ''Vikings: Raids. Culture. Legacy.'' https://amzn.to/2AeAQZQ Roderick's book ''The Viking Experience'' https://amzn.to/2AiAZLL Roderick's Berserk Thesis https://bit.ly/2U9bCBW The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

A conversation with Lee Accomando, fellow Viking podcaster, and host of The Viking Age Podcast. The Viking Age Podcast https://apple.co/2PjMYec The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Today I'm joined by Eleanor Parker, who is Lecturer in Medieval English Literature at Brasenose College, Oxford. She writes an acclaimed Medieval history blog in her guise as ‘’A Clerk of Oxford,'' and has just written a book titled ‘’Dragon Lords: The History And Legends of Viking England.'' You can find her book via the link below.  Eleanor's book: https://amzn.to/2vDun5S The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Today we will be exploring the Völuspá, with, Luke and Dan of The Northern Myths Podcast. Together, we'll look at the existence of order and chaos in the creation of the world as well as Ragnarök and the End Times. The Northern Myths Podcast https://apple.co/2FWzdTv The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/

Tune in for a guided tour of Viking Age Britain! My good friend Pete, acclaimed history Youtuber and historian, takes us on a journey through time, to discover the glorious battles, influential kings, and the emerging towns and ports of Viking Age Britain that would forever shape the course of world history! Pete runs a splendid Youtube channel called History Time that is LOADED with tons of great videos about the Vikings!You can find Pete on his AMAZING Youtube channel, Facebook, and Twitter.Pete's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN9v4QG3AQEP3zuRvVs2dAg Pete's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryTimeOfficial/Pete's Twitter: https://twitter.com/historytimepeteFollow The History of Vikings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking?lang=enFeel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have: noah@thehistoryofvikings.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we look at the Grimnismal, which is the story of how Odin and his wife, Frigg play a game to see who can screw up their kids the most, and why Odin is called the god of wisdom. Today’s episode will be guest hosted by my good friends Luke de Wolf and Dan Larabie of Northern Myths Podcast. Northern Myths podcast is a brilliant podcast that explores Norse Mythology and some of the other myths and stories of Northern Europe from an archetypal perspective. I highly recommend you check out their podcast and Youtube channel via the links below!Northern Myths Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/northern-myths-podcast/id1344584110?mt=2Northern Myths Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEbzniJMTlR-OzPjDB5gXgNorthern Myths Twitter: https://twitter.com/northernmyths?lang=en The History of Vikings on YouTube: https://t.co/6hkYFk6aM1Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking?lang=enFeel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have: noah@thehistoryofvikings.comMusic: Joss Edwards Music - Once Upon A Time: Pt. 2https://soundcloud.com/jossedwardsmus...Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A discussion with inspirational history podcaster Daniele Bolelli! Daniele is the host of History On Fire, as well as The Drunken Taoist Podcast. He has been featured on Joe Rogan twice, and is the host of one of the largest history podcasts in the world! His work inspired me to start my own history podcast, and it was an absolute honor having him on the show! Be sure to check out his podcasts via the links below! I hope you all enjoy!Today's episode was proudly sponsored by https://www.thefroggyviking.com/ Receive 10% your beautifully carved drinking horn by using the code ''Vikings10'' at checkout!History On Fire: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/history-on-fire/id1038514498?mt=2The Drunken Taoist Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-drunken-taoist-podcast/id567232410?mt=2The History of Vikings on YouTube: https://t.co/6hkYFk6aM1 Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking?lang=enFeel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have: noah@thehistoryofvikings.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Death of Baldur is one of the most famous stories in Norse Mythology. Baldur was the most beloved of all the gods. The son of Odin, the Allfather, and Frigg the Queen of Asgard, Baldur was a handsome, gracious, and cheerful character who gladdened the hearts of all who were around him. The Death of Baldur is the story of the ominous dreams he began to have about his death, and how Loki eventually killed the fairest of all the gods. The History of Vikings on YouTube: https://t.co/6hkYFk6aM1Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking?lang=enFeel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have: noah@thehistoryofvikings.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Death of Baldur is one of the most famous stories in Norse Mythology. Baldur was the most beloved of all the gods. The son of Odin, the Allfather, and Frigg the Queen of Asgard, Baldur was a handsome, gracious, and cheerful character who gladdened the hearts of all who were around him. The Death of Baldur is the story that tells of the ominous dreams he began to have about his death, and how Loki eventually killed the fairest of all the gods. The History of Vikings on YouTube https://bit.ly/2TW2DEh Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter https://bit.ly/2Qsg28b Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, suggestions or inquiries that you might have noah@thehistoryofvikings.com Music: Danheim - Framganga https://danheimmusic.com/