The Sacred Flame
Mathias Nordvig and Amina OttoThe Sacred Flame Podcast is about the pre-Christian traditions of Northern Europe hosted by Mathias Nordvig and Amina Otto. It's available on Buzzsprout and most podcasting platforms. The Sacred Flame Podcast comes out twice a month with information and perspectives on Northern European traditions, mythology, history, and philosophy.
Mathias Nordvig has a PhD in Old Norse mythology and teaches Sc... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 19 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Categories | PhilosophySociety & Culture | ||||
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Did you know that Heilung's Maria Franz has been deeply involved with the coolest Nordic folk music project for over 20 years? Together with her co-singers, Ingrid Galadriel and Kasia, Maria joined Amina and Mathias for a fun conversation about how t... more
Amina and Mathias join Sean Parry from Sacred Knot Tattoo in a fascinating conversation about tattooing in ancient northern Europe. Sean is a Welsh tattoo artist and a veritable well-spring of knowledge about history and culture in the British Isles ... more
Amina and Mathias sit down and talk about elves, fairies, hidden folk, dwarfs, and all the different "minor" entities in Nordic and Gaelic mythology and folklore. They dig deep into folktales about elves, what the names of these categories of beings ... more
It's a new year and a new season. Amina and Mathias sit down and chat about ancient Nordic sun cults. Did people really worship the sun that much and what is up with the claims that all the rock carvings around Scandinavia, Ireland and the British Is... more
Amina and Mathias continue their conversations about Yule traditions in the North. This time they are talking about spirits and other beings that we encounter in the folk traditions from the Alps and all the way through Scandinavia and Britain. They ... more
Amina and Mathias dive into Yule traditions in the North. first, they talk about some aspects of pre-Christian Scandinavian jól -including if it even really existed, its place in the calendar, and what rituals took place in the period- and then they ... more
Amina and Mathias sat down with author Gregory Amato. He is the author of the book series Spear of the Gods, which takes place in the Viking Age. Gregory Amato has strong opinions about how authors represent the Viking Age and Vikings. He is not fond... more
Amina and Mathias are diving deep into the myth of the Wild Hunt in different European cultures. They explore the connections between the Wild Hunt and Odin, local folklore about trolls that invade your farm, the southern German Krampus traditions, t... more
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Thank you Mathias for this podcast. It has grounded my journey through paganism in ways I did not expect. I value your insights and interpretations for how modern heathens can apply the concepts we know from ancient times in non problematic ways.
Podchaser5a year agoskepticstate- Excellent
As a heathen, it’s hard to find good quality information and podcasts that don’t feel bloated with junk or associated with bigots. This podcast is not that, this is one of those podcasts when a notification of a new episode drops, I will stop what I’m doing and listen.
Apple Podcasts5Olikoth
Canadaa year ago - Sacred Flame Podcast
Stunning. Scholarly and profound: history, language and sociology without ever overshadowing the mystery. Matthias Nordvig, ‘retelling and reconnecting the Nordic story-world with our current reality.’
Apple Podcasts5Water pipit
United Kingdom2 years ago - Wonderful Podcast
I can’t decide what I love more; the topic, your soothing voice, or your pronunciation. Education meets meditation and I love every second of it. Thank you so much. ❤️
Apple Podcasts5ChrisInked
Germany2 years ago - Deeply thoughtful
I really enjoy seeing how an ancient text or idea can be extrapolated out to a very relevant current topic without rushing to the “punchline”. I’m not always sure where the journey is going, but I’m often pleasantly surprised as it comes around full circle. A welcome change from the shallow thought that is so prevalent these days. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5SBLTroy
United States2 years ago - Excellent
Can’t express my gratitude that Mathias is sharing his research with the care and reverence of someone who abides in the Nordic story world as a living tradition, instead of a dead artifact to be examined and studied. We’re all very lucky in this community to have an academic and storyteller with the skill and nuance to force us to slow down and think deeper about how this stuff matters on an interrelational and cosmic level.
Apple Podcasts5axnxpUnited States2 years ago - My favorite pod
Mathias approaches each subject with thought and honesty. He genuinely cares about the modern Heathen and works to make our community better
Apple Podcasts5Urban MUnited States3 years ago - Love it but
I found it ironic that Mathias basically referred to Ben Shapiro as a white supremacies when he’s Orthodox Jew in Vikings and whiteness.
Apple Podcasts4PictishjoeUnited States3 years ago - Really appreciate this podcast
Excellent work, and thank you for sharing it.
Apple Podcasts5septa lemoreUnited States3 years ago - Weekly podcast please
I hope you start producing weekly great podcast
Apple Podcasts5191'abUnited States3 years ago - Karl
Tussen tak. Migwetch. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts5Embla dalenUnited States3 years ago - This podcast has changed my life
I’ve listed to every episode several times because there’s so much wisdom crammed into each one. The stories have enriched my life and helped me connect to the land where I live (Sweden), a land to which I previously felt detached. Thank you for sharing this vital content with the world.
Apple Podcasts5Laurethe
Sweden3 years ago - Thank you!
Thanks for this podcast. I’m grateful for your knowledge and that you’ll share it with us!
Apple Podcasts5mowens05United States3 years ago - Sacred Fame
We need more fuel Mathias, I love your stories and Odin ❤️
Apple Podcasts5Red_dustUnited States3 years ago - True wisdom
This is a brilliant podcast, kind of like the missing link between the Nordic Mythology Podcast and Rune Rasmussen’s Nordic Animism YouTube channel (which are of course both linked to Mathias the host, directly and indirectly). Each episode requires listening to at least twice to fully take everything in, and contemplating on the content takes hours if not days. Excellent podcast for all people wanting to cultivate a healthier relationship with the earth, whether they’re heathen or not!
Apple Podcasts5Baywillow86United Kingdom3 years ago
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A scholarly-leaning exploration of pre-Christian Northern European traditions, mythology, and philosophy, with a strong focus on how ancient beliefs intersect with modern life. Episodes mix historical analysis, language, folklore, and ethical reflections, often featuring guests who illuminate tattoos, folklore beings, Yule customs, and Viking-era culture. The format blends rigorous research with accessible storytelling, making complex myths feel relevant to contemporary listeners. A distinctive strength is the hosts' ability to connect ancient texts to present-day practices and identity while maintaining reverence for oral-tradition storytelling.
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