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The Scandinavian History Podcast

Mikael Shainkman
Sweden
Denmark
Gustav Vasa
King Erik XIV
Northern Seven Years' War
1570s Civil War
Poland
Lutheranism
Catholicism
Catholic Church
Coup D'état
John III
Jörgen Persson
Kalmar War
Thirty Years' War
Lutheran Reformation
Erik XIV
Danish Invasion
Blood Silver
Reformation

A chronological journey through the history of Scandinavia from the last ice age to the dawn of the space age. Geographically, we cover the five modern Nordic countries of Denmark, Norway, Iceland, Sweden and Finland—as well as a few other bits and pieces here and there where it‘s relevant. Visit the SHP shop: bit.ly/podshpshop Make a donation: patreon.com/scandinavianhistory

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes127Founded5 years ago
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The Napoleonic Wars strained the Danish-Norwegian union bringing starvation, unrest and a crisis of legitimacy. Even worse, Sweden exploited the fact that Copenhagen had sided with the losing French, and forced king Frederik VI to hand over Norway to... more

After the death of Karl August, only five months after he had been elected crown prince, the Swedes needed to find another heir to the throne. The main candidate was yet another Danish prince, but there were those who had other ideas.

King Gustav IV Adolf was blamed for the loss of Finland, and even before the war against Russia ended, he was ousted in a coup. His uncle Karl was given the crown, but everyone knew this wasn’t a long term solution. Karl was old and childless, so the... more

When peace returned in 1809, the population of Finland found themselves to be the newest subjects of the Russian emperor. In the years that followed, they reshaped their political and economic lives, turning away from Sweden but at the same time resi... more

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Michael Schenkman
Host who presents historical narratives with a mix of humor and depth, providing engaging content about Scandinavian history.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Well presented and full of interesting stories

    I really like the show. Helped a lot understanding the Scandinavia history during my trip to Norway

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HerrRadek
    Poland5 months ago
  • Knowledgeable and entertaining!

    It has been a delight to listen to this podcast. The narrator is funny to the point of making us laugh out loud sometimes. Plus, there's a lot of discussion about actual history versus mythological or story history. We are really enjoying this, we are going to Scandinavia in just two weeks and I think this will help us understand more about the culture. Terrific podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zezgirl
    United States9 months ago
  • Don’t miss out on this gem!

    The Scandinavian history podcast is absolutely fantastic. Thanks for all your hard work in making this excellent podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim the Enchanter 2.0
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very entertaining and interesting show

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Japa
    a year ago
  • History in a fun way

    Strikes the right balance between detail and overview. Interesting and also entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RVV Fan
    Denmark2 years ago

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The hosts are commended for their thorough research and ability to connect historical events to contemporary issues.
Listeners appreciate the efforts to cover diverse aspects of Scandinavian history, including lesser-known events and figures.
Many find the discussions both educational and entertaining, making complex historical topics more relatable.
Listeners praise the engaging storytelling and humor while highlighting the informative nature of the content.

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Apple Podcasts
#160
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Apple Podcasts
#160
Belgium/History
Apple Podcasts
#175
South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts
#217
India/History
Apple Podcasts
#233
Denmark/History

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081 Coup d'État
Q: Why do you talk about slaves in Viking Age Scandinavia instead of using the term thrall?
The use of 'slave' instead of 'thrall' is intentional to highlight that slavery in Viking Age Scandinavia was similar to slavery in other parts of the world, rather than romanticizing it.
088 Breitenfeld
Q: Where did the rest of the funding for the Swedish war effort come from?
The rest of the money came from various sources including tolls, taxes, loans, copper and tar sales, and plundering the Holy Roman Empire.
088 Breitenfeld
Q: Why couldn't Sweden demand payment for the toll from ships going in and out of the Öresund Strait?
Denmark had a monopoly on demanding toll from ships because both shores of the Öresund were in Danish hands since Scania was still Danish back then.

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A comprehensive chronicle of Scandinavian history, this podcast examines the region's transformation through deeply researched narratives. Covering events and figures from the last ice age to modern times, it provides insights into the political, social, and cultural evolution of the Nordic countries, including Denmark, Norway, Iceland, Sweden, and Finland. The unique approach combines detailed storytelling with an accessible tone, making complex historical subjects engaging and understandable for a diverse audience. Special emphasis is placed on intertwining grand historical themes with localized events, effectively connecting the ancient with the modern across episodes.

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