Nordic Mythology Podcast
Have you ever wondered what a Viking is, whether Vikings were tattooed, or if they really used the Blood Eagle? This podcast follows Daniel Farrand, owner of Horns of Odin, as he explores the complex history of the Viking Age and Nordic Mythology through easy-to-digest, funny, and honest conversations. He is joined by co-host and archaeologist Margrethe Havgar, along with guests including world-leading scholars, Viking Age creators, musicians, and movie stars. If you've asked whether runes were used for magic or if Thor is the only one who can lift his hammer, they'll have an episode on it—but be prepared to be told, "It's Complicated."
Episodes
Ep. 336 | Mapping the World's Viking Obsession: NorseMap w/ Prof. Tom Birkett & Dr. T. Liam Waters
Why do the Vikings hold a level of global brand recognition unmatched by almost any other ancient culture? Daniel Farrand and in-house archaeologist Max Haggar sit down with Prof. Tom Birkett and Dr. T. Liam Waters from University College Cork to explore NorseMap—a five-year ERC research project tracking 200 years of Viking public reception. Through their citizen science app, iViking, the team is
Ep 335 - People & Swords: Viking Combat & Living Blades w/ Roland Warzecha
Did Viking warriors fight with uncoordinated brute force, or were they practitioners of a refined martial art? Daniel Farrand and in-house archaeologist Max Haggar sit down with historical swordsman and weapon researcher Roland Warzecha (Dimicator) to deconstruct how early medieval combat actually functioned. Warzecha explains how Old Norse sagas and archaeological finds treat the sword as an ens
Ep 334 - Can You Be a Modern Viking? Fitness, Myth & Identity w/ Tank Tolman
What does it mean to be a "Viking" in 2026? Daniel Farrand and in-house archaeologist Mags Haggar sit down with fitness creator and storyteller Tank Tolman to examine the divide between historical Norse reality and modern warrior culture. Historically, "víking" was a seasonal maritime raid, not an ethnic identity.Today, however, millions look to Norse archetypes to reclaim disc
Ep 333 - The Language of Viking Art: Hidden Sagas in Norse Carvings w/ Luciano Pezzoli
Daniel Farrand and archaeologist Mags Havgar sit down with Viking art specialist Luciano Pezzoli (co-founder of Children of Ash) to decode "The Language of Viking Art." Rather than viewing Norse knotwork and animal styles as abstract decoration, Pezzoli reveals how Scandinavian craftsmen operated within a structured linguistic system designed to communicate lineage, mythology, and cultural identit
Ep 332 - The Marlow Warlord: Anglo-Saxon Graves & Gold w/ Brett Thorn
Daniel Farrand sits down with Brett Thorn, Keeper of Archaeology at Discover Bucks Museum, to explore their landmark exhibition, The Saxons.The discussion centers on two extraordinary early medieval burials: the 6th-century "Marlow Warlord"—a solitary, 6ft 4in warrior buried overlooking the Thames with an intact pattern-welded sword, broken spears, and continental bronze feasting cauldrons—and the
Ep 331 - Crafting 'Tungl', North Atlantic Sagas & Elemental Sound with Eivør
Faroese artist and composer Eivør joins Daniel Farrand (Horns of Odin) and archaeologist Mags Havgar to explore her forthcoming album, Tungl. Eivør unpacks the elemental forces of the Faroe Islands, the creative philosophy behind recording in a round coastal house in Velbastaður, and the emotional resonance behind lead tracks like "Healer," "Walls," and "Trapped".From childhood memories of mountai
Ep 330 - Frisia with Hilbert Bryn Gysbert Vinkenoog
Who were the Frisians, and why has their powerful early medieval realm been overlooked in North Sea history?In this episode, Daniel Farrand and Margrethe Havgar are joined by researcher and YouTuber Hilbert Vinkenoog (History with Hilbert) to uncover the forgotten kingdom of Medieval Frisia. Wedged between Anglo-Saxon England, Frankish Gaul, and Viking Age Scandinavia, Frisia commanded vital water
Ep 329 - Folk Music Theory with Jameson Foster
In this week's episode, Dan interviews Jameson Foster as they discuss the complexities of defining Nordic folk music.------------------------------------------------Follow Jameson on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jamesonfoster.wavFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new
Ep 328 - Musical Musings with Jonas Lorentzen
In this week's episode, Dan catches up with longtime friend of the podcast, Jonas Lorentzen, to talk about his musical projects and the importance of respect and authenticity in art.------------------------------------------------Follow Jonas on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jonaslorentzenmusicFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we
Ep 327 - Gods, Justice and Mead Halls with Stephen Pollington
In this week's episode, Dan talks mead halls with Stephen Pollington, the man who literally wrote the book all about their cultural impact in the Viking world.------------------------------------------------Follow Stephen on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/stephenpollingtonAlso, check out his books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B001HCVE1YFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.ins
Ep 326 - The Voice of Heilung with Maria Franz
In this week's episode, Dan sits down with one of the legends of modern ritual and folk-inspired music, Maria Franz.------------------------------------------------Follow Maria on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mariafranzartistAlso, follow her dog Luna on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lunathetourdogFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you li
Ep 325 - Viking Mania with Adam Bierstedt
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by good friend of the podcast, Adam Bierstedt, to discuss how much of an impact Viking Mania has had around the world.------------------------------------------------Follow Adam on the Museum of Danish America's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/danishmuseumFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Insta
Ep 324 - Dragons, Dwarfs and the Undead with Natalie Hopwood
In this week's episode, Dan welcomes Natalie Hopwood to the podcast to discuss mythological creatures and monsters, exploring their representations in sagas and their cultural significance.------------------------------------------------Follow Natalie on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/queen_bunnyforestFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like
Ep 323 - Ibn Fadlan's Adventures with Prof. James Montgomery
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by Prof. James Montgomery as he tells us more about Ibn Fadlan's Adventures, drawing on the Islamic texts he personally translated.------------------------------------------------Check out James on the Classical Arabic Literature Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@ArabLitPodhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0QdNolW13UErUVbr3s7AmXFollow Margrethe on Instagr
Ep 322 - Summer Solstice Special with Amelia Roberts
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags chat with folklore enthusiast Amelia Roberts to discuss British Folklore and the Summer Solstice.------------------------------------------------Check out Amelia on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/britishfolkloreFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf
Ep 321 - Nordic Folk Music with Dr. Mathias Nordvig
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags sit down with Dr. Mathias Nordvig to talk about the recent “Nordic Folk” debate that is causing a divide within the music scene.------------------------------------------------Check out Mathias on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mathiasnordvigFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagr
Ep 320 - International Runes with Ema Tennås Rimstad
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags catch up with Ema Tennås Rimstad to explore how runes have been represented in other languages.------------------------------------------------Check out Ema on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/etrimstadFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like w
Ep 319 - I Walk the Isle with Charlie George Eve
In this week's episode, Dan has a chat with Charlie George Eve, aka The History Magpie. A historian and content creator who explores the UK and discovers its past.------------------------------------------------Check out Charlie on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thehistorymagpieFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would li
Ep 318 - Ancient Music with Kjell Braatan
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined once again by friend of the podcast, Kjell Braatan, to explore more about his music inspirations and his career.------------------------------------------------Check out Kjell on Bandcamp:https://kjellbraaten.bandcamp.com/Follow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicm
Ep 317 - Viking Templars with Pål Berg Svenungsen
In this week's episode, Dan speaks with Pål Berg Svenungsen to discuss the strange intersection between the Vikings and the Crusades.------------------------------------------------Follow Pål on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_lego_medievalist/?hl=enFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audie
Ep 316 - The Nordic Tattoo Project with Isar Oakmund
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags chat with Danish tattoo artist Isar Oakmund to talk about his art and the Nordic Tattoo project.------------------------------------------------Follow Isar on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/isar.oakmund/?hl=enFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf y
Ep 315 - Hidden Histories with Eleanor Barraclough
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags talk with Eleanor Barraclough to break down all the weird and wonderful things she’s been involved with, from her latest book, to her work with the BBC, and her extensive studies of Viking Age history, Old Norse literature and mythology.------------------------------------------------Follow Eleanor on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbarracloughFollow
Ep 314 - The Volga Bulgars with Thorir Jonsson Hrundal
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags sit down with Thorir Jonsson Hraundal to talk about the 10th-century Arab traveller Ibn Fadlan and their journeys through The Volga Bulgars.------------------------------------------------Follow Thorir on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/midausturlandafraediihiFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:ht
Ep 313 - Symbols of Power- Mjolnir with Katie Beard
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags talk all things hammers with Katherine Beard as the three of them discuss one of the biggest symbols of power in all Norse mythology, the mythical hammer of Thor, Mjölnir.------------------------------------------------Follow Katherine on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/katielorenzbeard/?hl=enFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomags
Ep 312 - The Colours of Vikings with Dr Jackson Crawford
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags welcome back Jackson Crawford as the three of them dive back into the world of Viking fashion, specifically, their colour patterns. ------------------------------------------------Follow Jackson on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JacksonCrawfordAlso, check out his Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/norsebyswFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.insta
Ep 311 - Moorforge with Villkat Arts
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by Ash (AKA Villkat Arts) to talk about their immersive Viking age experience, Moorforge. ------------------------------------------------Follow Villkat Arts on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/villkat.artsFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythology
Ep 310 - The Value of Textiles with Hannah Evans
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags chat with Hannah Evans about their studies into the role of women and textiles in medieval Ireland. ------------------------------------------------Reach out to Hannah through the university:https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/irish-studies/research/phd-students/hannah-evansFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Inst
Ep 309 - Viking Art Anatomy with Jonas Lau Markussen
In this week's episode, Dan is joined by Jonas Lau Markussen, a man who wears many hats in the history and art world, to describe his methods of translating Viking Age Culture into practical knowledge.------------------------------------------------Follow Jonas on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jonaslaumarkussenFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf
Ep 308 - Historical Tattoos with Obban & Ruben Terlouw
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags chat with Obban & Ruben Terlouw, two artists who have been delving into the history and recreation of Viking Age tattoos.------------------------------------------------Follow Ruben on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/woedansFollow Obban on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/vik__inkFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow
Ep 307 - Earth Wounds with Kevin Alexandrowicz & Devon Rawlings
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags talk with Kevin Alexandrowicz & Devon Rawlings about Earth Wounds. Their new book uses photography and illustrations to explore Viking burial practices creatively.------------------------------------------------Pre-order the book here:https://www.hyldyr.com/earth-woundsAlso, check out Devon's and Kevin's Instagram pages:https://www.instagram.com/satinitash
Ep 306 - Ahmad Ibn Fadlan with Tonicha Upham
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by Tonicha Upham as they explore the historical records kept by legendary Arab traveller Ahmad ibn Fadlan and his encounters with various European cultures.------------------------------------------------Check out Tonicha's past work:https://www.uu.se/en/contact-and-organisation/staff?query=N24-2371Also, check out their Google Scholar page:https://sc
Ep 305 - Sowulo with Faber Horbach
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags chat with Faber Horbach, better known as Sowulo, to talk about his unique use of spiritual philosophy and obscure instruments.------------------------------------------------Follow Sowulo's on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sowulo.musicAlso, check out their YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@SowuloOfficialFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.ins
Ep 304 - Cats & Domesticated Animals with Matthias Toplak.5396.33940
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags interview Matthias Toplak to talk about the history of our furry friends in Viking society.------------------------------------------------Check out Matthias's blog:https://wikinger-toplak.deFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and
Ep 303 - The Truth About The Valkyries with Sif Brookes
In this week's episode, Dan sits down with Sif Brookes as she explains her research into the mythology and misconceptions about the Valkyries.------------------------------------------------Follow Sif on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ladyvalsifAlso, check out their new book:https://www.amazon.com/Valkyrjur-Servant-Master-Sif-Brookes/dp/1959350595Follow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.in
Ep 302 - Wearable Viking Art with Sværia
In this week's episode, Dan and Mags welcome Sværia to the podcast to talk about her creative journey from making designer clothes for rockstars to designing masterful costumes for TV.------------------------------------------------Follow Sværia on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/svaeriaFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www
Ep 301 - Intro to Old Norse Mythology with Dr Mathias Nordvig
In this week's episode, Dan is visited by an old friend of the podcast, Dr Mathias Nordvig, to discuss his new book, which introduces the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda.------------------------------------------------Follow Mathias on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mathiasnordvigAlso, check out his new book:https://www.routledge.com/Old-Norse-Mythology-An-Introduction-to-the-Poetic-Edda-and-Prose
Ep 300 - Dawn of the Third Century with Dr Jackson Crawford
In this week's 300th episode, Dan and Mags are joined by a legendary figure in all things Norse for film and academia, Jackson Crawford, to talk about his YouTube career and Old Norse colour semantics.------------------------------------------------Follow Jackson on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JacksonCrawfordAlso, check out his his Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/norsebyswFollow Margrethe
Viking Smut Ep 6 - The Skuldner Part 2
In this month's smut episode, Dan, Mags and Clair return to the wild and raunchy tale that is The Skuldner.------------------------------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LJbJ6nM_1MoFollow Clare on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/clareifyFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nord
Viking Smut Ep 2: The Skuldner
In this episode, Dan, Mags, and Clare investigate the world of amateur literature this week as they read through The Skuldner.If you enjoyed the show, you can find more episodes on Patreon. Follow Clare on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/clareifyFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcast
Ep 196 - Oseberg Textiles With Margrethe Havgar
In this week's episode, Dan chats with Margrethe Havgar once again to go over her discoveries made through reproducing the textiles and tapestries from the Oseberg Ship burial.Follow 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 consid
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