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...
Ep 243 - Identifying Viking Burials with Emma Thompson
In this week's episode, Dan and Margrethe catch up with archaeologist Emma Thompson, who tells us all about how a Viking burial is identified from the numerous burial sights around the world.------------------------------------------------Follow Emma on X (Twitter):@emlthomFollow Emma on Instagram:@archaemmaFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 242 - Sutton Hoo Weaponry with Paul Mortimer
In this week's episode, Dan interviews Paul Mortimer. An independent scholar here to tell us all about the weapons and armour of the Sutton Hoo burial ground.------------------------------------------------Follow Paul on his Facebook page:www.facebook.com/paul.mortimer.144Also, check out his published work:independent.academia.edu/PaulMortimerFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 241 - Full Contact Huscarl Fighting with Phil McEwan & Tom Robinson
In this week's episode, Dan sits down with Phil McEwan and Tom Robinson members of the independent Viking group; Blodorn Englar. Dedicated to Viking combat re-enactment and the full combat fighting style of Huscarl.------------------------------------------------Follow Blodorn Englar on their Instagram:@blodornenglarAlso, follow Tom on his personal Instagram:@tomrobinsonmetalworkFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 240 - Experimental Archeology with Dr James Dilley
In this week's episode, Dan talks with Dr James Dilley to dive into his work with experimental archaeology and to answer the question, who exactly is Dr James Diley?------------------------------------------------Check out James on his website:https://www.ancientcraft.co.ukFollow James on his Instagram:@ancientcraftUKFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 239 - Orkney Folktales with Tom Muir
In this week's episode, Dan and Margrethe are joined by recurring guest Tom Muir for another visit to Orkney and the folktales surrounding the island.------------------------------------------------Find more of Tom's stories on his website:https://www.orkneyology.comFollow Margrethe on Instagram:@arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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) conversations. Daniel is joined by Co-Host (and in house archaeologist) Margrethe Havgar, as the pair are joined by a host of guests; which include world leading scholars and Viking Age creators, to world renowned musicians and movie stars. So, if you've ever asked "Were Runes used for magic?" or "is Thor REALLY the only person who can lift his hammer?". We'll definitely have an episode on itBut be prepared to be told, "It's Complicated." Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.