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Nordic Mythology Podcast

Daniel Farrand
Viking Age
Norse Mythology
Archaeology
Vikings
Nordic Mythology
Christianity
Paganism
Textiles
Mental Health
Craftsmanship
Runes
Old Norse Literature
Experimental Archaeology
Old Norse
Slavery
Viking Culture
Heilung
Viking History
Asatru
Valkyries

Have you ever wondered "What is a Viking?", "Were Vikings tattooed?" or "Did they ever REALLY use the Blood Eagle? If so, then this is the right podcast for YOU.

In this podcast, follow along Daniel Farrand's (Owner of Horns of Odin) journey as he tries to make sense of the complex history of the Viking Age and Nordic Mythology, through easy to digest, funny, natural (and often very honest) conver... more

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In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by good friend of the podcast, Adam Bierstedt, to discuss how much of an impact Viking Mania has had around the world.

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In this week's episode, Dan welcomes Natalie Hopwood to the podcast to discuss mythological creatures and monsters, exploring their representations in sagas and their cultural significance.

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In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by Prof. James Montgomery as he tells us more about Ibn Fadlan's Adventures, drawing on the Islamic texts he personally translated.

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Natalie Hopwood
PhD candidate researching intertextual analysis of monster encounters in Old Norse
University of Leeds
Episode: Ep 324 - Dragons, Dwarfs and the Undead with Natalie Hopwood
Amelia Roberts
Welsh nurse, content creator and folklore enthusiast with an interest in medieval medicine and traditional healing practices
None explicitly mentioned
Episode: Ep 322 - Summer Solstice Special with Amelia Roberts
Mathias Nordvig
Dr. Mathias Nordvig, founder of the podcast and expert on Nordic history and mythology
Independent scholar/author
Episode: Ep 321 - Nordic Folk Music with Dr. Mathias Nordvig
Charlie George Eve
Historian, writer and broadcaster known as The History Magpie
The History Magpie
Episode: Ep 319 - I Walk the Isle with Charlie George Eve
Kjell Braatan
Norwegian music producer, sound engineer, composer, performing artist; teaches ancient music and instruments
Episode: Ep 318 - Ancient Music with Kjell Braatan
Pål Berg Svenungsen
Associate Professor in History
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Episode: Ep 317 - Viking Templars with Pål Berg Svenungsen
Isar Oakmund
Nordic tattooist and founder of Northern Black Shop
Northern Black Shop, Nordic Tattoo Project
Episode: Ep 316 - The Nordic Tattoo Project with Isar Oakmund
Eleanor Barraclough
Historian and author; author of Embers of the Hands, Hidden Histories of the Viking Age
Episode: Ep 315 - Hidden Histories with Eleanor Barraclough
Thorir Jonsson Hrundal
Lecturer in Medieval Studies and Middle Eastern Studies, Director of the Middle Eastern Studies Program at the University of Iceland
University of Iceland, Reykjavik
Episode: Ep 314 - The Volga Bulgars with Thorir Jonsson Hrundal

Hosts

Daniel Farrand
Host of Nordic mythology topics; owner of Horns of Odin; frequent co-host with in-house archaeologist; broad historical focus.
Margrethe Havgar
In-house archaeologist and co-host with deep expertise in Viking material culture and scholarship.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Superb!!!

    Really enjoy the variety of topics on the Nordic mythology podcast, especially the descendants of Ivar the Boneless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2021k1dz
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Normally a great show

    This is normally an absolutely great show. There has been the occasional “controversial” episode now and then, and that’s fine. Episode 279 is the episode that has caused me to speak up, and probably stop listening. In this episode you are propagating the mental illness that is “trans”. Propping up their delusions and propagating this so called professor’s existence. I cannot listen to this actual insanity anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Army FO
    United Statesa year ago
  • Old eps?

    I had been listening to all the eps from the very beginning and they’ve suddenly disappeared! What happened?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stopherplz
    Canadaa year ago
  • This episode is OK, but is mostly tangent rather than subject.

    Also to answer a question on the episode, they probably used nails to make Naglfar as there was an idea that finger and toe nails kept growing after death, so it would have been the only thing they really had to use down there.

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    by the sea
    a year ago
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    United States2 years ago

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Guests are consistently insightful, bringing scholarly yet approachable perspectives.
Some episodes spark debate or controversy among listeners, but overall feedback remains positive.
Listeners praise accessible, engaging explanations and strong chemistry between hosts.

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#233
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#28
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#185
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#222
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#246
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 324 - Dragons, Dwarfs and the Undead with Natalie Hopwood
Q: Okay. So when it comes to Dragons, do they appear in both the legendary and romance sagas?
Yes, they appear in both the legendary sagas (like Volsunga) and the romance sagas, though their portrayal and emphasis can differ, with varying descriptions and narrative purposes.
Ep 320 - International Runes with Ema Tennås Rimstad
Q: If you had a time machine, you were safe in a little bubble from disease and sharp objects, you could go back to the Viking Age and you could just get the answer to one question. What would that question be?
I would want someone to teach me weaving on a standing loom so I could see and learn a traditional technique firsthand, because understanding practical craft and materials can illuminate how people lived and wrote about their world in ways that books alone can't fully capture.
Ep 317 - Viking Templars with Pål Berg Svenungsen
Q: What was the outcome at Jerusalem, and what happened to the Crusaders afterward?
Jerusalem was captured in 1099 after prolonged sieges and internal leadership struggles; many crusaders returned home as heroes, while some stayed to establish a Christian kingdom, with ongoing political and religious complexities afterwards.
Ep 317 - Viking Templars with Pål Berg Svenungsen
Q: How did Peter the Hermit influence the initial wave of crusaders?
Peter the Hermit, a popular preacher, galvanized thousands, especially the poor and sick, forming a mass movement that preceded the more organized noble contingents and helped spark participation in the Crusade.
Ep 317 - Viking Templars with Pål Berg Svenungsen
Q: Why were kings largely absent from the First Crusade, and who led it instead?
Kings generally stayed away due to conflicts with the papacy and broader European politics; leadership came from a coalition of French counts and dukes, with no single king directing the effort.

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Accessible, wide-ranging discussions about Nordic mythology, Viking history, and related cultural topics. The show blends scholarly context with conversational banter, featuring university academics, artists, archaeologists, and living-history practitioners. Episodes frequently explore symbols, daily life in the Viking Age, textiles, art, tattoos, and the broader Eurasian contact networks that shaped the Norse world, often tying ancient practices to modern culture and media. A standout is the mix of rigorous research with approachable storytelling, plus guests who bring hands-on expertise from museums, archaeology, and creative fields, offering listeners practical takeaways for education, media, and cosplay or tattoo projects.

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2. Amelia Roberts
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5. Kjell Braatan
6. Pål Berg Svenungsen
7. Isar Oakmund
8. Eleanor Barraclough

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