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Viking Age
Norse Mythology
Vikings
Warriorhood
Viking History
Icelandic Sagas
Impunet Edda
Gotland
Archaeology
Christianization
Boston
Viking Law
Beowulf
Forgotten Vikings
Snorri Sturluson
Danelaw
Law and Order
Skull Manipulation
Snorri
Historical Narrative

Terri and C.J. are first and foremost educators passionate about the Viking Age and Viking history. Theirs was a meeting foretold in the myths of old. Both are historians of Viking history, both live in Oregon in the U.S., and both share the same birthday. It seemed only natural they team up for something epic. The Norns have woven this fate. vikingology.substack.com

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We are so thrilled to have back on the podcast Prof Judith Jesch, one of the world’s foremost scholars of Old Norse language, literature, and runes. Last time we spoke with her we talked about vikings and their skaldic poetry, and also the years-long... more

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These are runes — the secret code for unlocking the mysteries of the Anglo-Saxon and Viking worlds. And this time we are thrilled to have on the show Dr. Jasmin Higgs, a runologist from the UK who to... more

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There is a special kind of magic that happens when a creator breathes new life into the Viking Age in new forms. For those following the Vikingology journey, we remain fascinated with how the Viking Age continues to resonate in today's world as a sou... more

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Judith Jesch
Professor Emerita, renowned scholar of Old Norse language and literature
Episode: The Saga of the Earls of Orkney
Dr. Jasmin Higgs
Runeologist, expert in runic inscriptions and runic linguistics
Independent scholar / Runeologist
Episode: The Secret Code of the Vikings
Joshua Gillingham
fellow author and entrepreneur launching Halls of Asgard Kickstarter
Little Hammer Games (founder)
Episode: Playing in the Halls of Asgard
Hans Vonaboo
Researcher from Stavgard site, co-author
Stavgard site / authors of Home of Beowulf
Episode: For the love of Beowulf
Rikard Evertsson
Researcher from Stavgard site, co-author
Stavgard site / authors of Home of Beowulf
Episode: For the love of Beowulf
Rowdy Geirsson
Friend of the show, Beowulf/topic enthusiast
Friend of the Show
Episode: For the love of Beowulf
Jackson Crawford
Dr. Jackson Crawford, Old Norse expert and public educator
University-based background; YouTube educator
Episode: A milestone episode with Jackson Crawford
Carolyne Larrington
Professor and esteemed scholar specializing in Old English and Old Norse, as well as a prolific author
King's College, Oxford
Episode: Myth and belief in the Viking Age and beyond
Dr. Irina Manea
Expert in Norse mythology, with a degree from the University of Bucharest.
University of Bucharest
Episode: Viking Ghost Stories

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Terri Barnes
Co-host of Vikingology Podcast
C.J. Adrien
Co-host of Vikingology Podcast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Self-Promoting & Political

    The male host constantly promotes his own fiction books and manages to weave in his own modern political opinions and bias into a podcast about Vikings. He also comes across as quite arrogant and talks more than the guests. A show to skip.

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    Reinejane
    United States4 months ago

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Positive feedback highlights accessible scholarship and engaging storytelling.
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Audience appreciates historical rigor paired with modern relevance.
A few listeners feel episodes can lean into personality over guests at times.

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#192
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Playing in the Halls of Asgard
Q: How does Halls of Asgard balance cooperative play with competitive drive?
Players collaborate to defeat Hela but compete to claim heroes for their own halls; the tension comes from shared goals against the board while individuals seek personal glory, mirroring mythic dynamics.
Vikings in Cornwall?
Q: Is the first Brexit?
The hosts jokingly suggest that the historical plague might be considered the first Brexit, highlighting the disconnect between populations during that era.
Vikings in Cornwall?
Q: John, give us a high level dive into your focus and how you got into it. How did you get into this particular niche in the Viking Age?
John explains that it all started in university when he became interested in the Cornish distinct identity and historical narratives not often covered by mainstream historians.
The Headless Norsemen
Q: What do you think about the historical context of these practices?
Dr. Rundkvist explains that the practices stem from pagan beliefs, which shifted with the introduction of Christianity.
The Headless Norsemen
Q: What were those weird things the Vikings were doing with skulls?
Dr. Rundkvist discusses various practices involving skulls, including using them in burial rituals and as grave furnishings.

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Vikingology episodes frequently center on Norse myth, Viking history, archaeology, and the cultural memory surrounding the Viking Age. Conversations span mythic storytelling, burial practices, Viking law, exploration of sagas and Beowulf-era echoes, and modern interpretations of Viking culture. Guests are scholars, authors, and practitioners who illuminate Viking Britain, Icelandic sagas, Norse religion, and shipbuilding, often tying ancient practices to contemporary storytelling and research. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous scholarship with accessible storytelling, along with ongoing projects like grave reconstructions and ship-building that bring Viking history to life. The show often sparks lively debates about accuracy versu... more

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2. Dr. Jasmin Higgs
3. Joshua Gillingham
4. Hans Vonaboo
5. Rikard Evertsson
6. Rowdy Geirsson
7. Jackson Crawford
8. Carolyne Larrington

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