The History of Vikings

Today I'm joined by Ian Sharpe, author of a wonderful new book called The All Father Paradox. Ian's book describes an alternate history where Odin has escaped his doom at Ragnarök, and history has been thrown to the wolves. This is a truly fascinating discussion and I hope you all enjoy! Below you will find a link to Ian's book. The All Father Paradox https://amzn.to/2E1B2NY 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 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 am joined by Jonna Jinton, Swedish artist, photographer, and musician. Listen for a discussion about the ancient Swedish herding call known as ''Kulning.'' Please be sure to check out more of her work via the link below. Jonna's Website & Jewelry Shop https://jonnajinton.se/ The Book I Recommended ''The Origin of Words, Names, and Everything in Between''  http://bit.ly/originofnames 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 chat with Dr. Janina Ramirez, inspirational historian, broadcaster, and author based at the University of Oxford. We discuss her fascination with the Viking Age and her new book  Riddle of The Runes - A Viking Mystery. Referenced in Today’s Episode: Riddle of the Runes - A Viking Mystery The Art Detective Podcast 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’m joined by Anders Winroth, Professor of Medieval History at Yale University. We discuss his book ‘’The Conversion of Scandinavia - Viking Merchants and Missionaries in the Remaking of Northern Europe.’’   Referenced in Today's Episode: The Conversion of Scandinavia - Viking Merchants and Missionaries in the Remaking of Northern Europe 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 Dr. Mathias Nordvig who teaches at the University of Colorado Boulder, in the Nordic Studies Program. We discuss The Saga of Icelanders and how they can be used as a source for the Viking Age. Additionally, we discuss the exceptionality of Iceland and why migration promotes individualism. Referenced in Today's Episode: The Saga of Icelanders Dr. Mathias Nordvig on Academia.edu 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

In today's episode, I'm joined by Professor CJ, host of The Dangerous History Podcast. We discuss how one should go about studying history, the institutions, and individuals who have controlled it for so long, and understanding historical biases. Please be sure to check out CJ's podcast via the link below. Professor CJ's Dangerous History Podcast: http://profcj.org/ 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/

A conversation with Scottish novelist Siobhan Clark, about the Viking discovery of North America, and the Norse women who were at the forefront of exploration. Please be sure to check out Siobhan's Viking adventure novel ''The Children of Midgard,'' via the link below. The Children of Midgard: https://amzn.to/2NGeBii 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/

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 talk with Daniele Bolelli who is the host of a podcast called History On Fire. He has been featured on Joe Rogan twice and is the host of one of the largest history podcasts in the world. You can find his podcast via the link below. History On Fire https://apple.co/2Qa8CXU 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/

Today we explore the influence of Skaldic Poetry in Norse Myth, with the author of a historical adventure novel called, ''The Children of Midgard.'' Siobhan Clark tells of many aspects of Norse Myth, and how they have influenced her as a writer. You can find her book via the link below. The Children of Midgard https://amzn.to/2NGeBii 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/