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Viking Royalty: Nicknames, Love Poems & Victorian Myths

Apr 5, 2024

Dr. Caitlin Ellis from the University of Oslo joins to debunk Viking myths and discuss their nicknames, love poems, and societal dynamics. Topics include royal concubines, sex work, illegitimacy, and Viking succession challenges.

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Quick takeaways

Viking royalty challenged stereotypes; Victorians reshaped perceptions.

Vikings had ambiguous identity; no defined governance system, hierarchy, and societal stratification.

Deep dives

Viking Royalty and Myths

Exploring Viking royalty, the show delves into the myths surrounding figures like Magnus Bearleggs. The podcast challenges stereotypes associated with Viking rulers and uncovers the lives of Viking queens, analyzing how the Victorians reshaped our perception of this era.

Introduction

3min

Unraveling Viking Royalty: Myths and Realities

11min

Unraveling the Mystery of King Bear Legs' Name

4min

Exploring the Role of Concubines in Medieval Royalty

2min

Exploring Viking Sex Work and Financial Dynamics

3min

Exploring Viking Legitimacy and Succession

18min

Closing Gratitude, Call-to-Action, and Sponsor Ad for Allbirds Shoes

2min

We think we know the Vikings, but how well do we really know them?

From the insignia we think they wear, to the names they call themselves and the way they spoke to each other, there's a lot to uncover.

Joining Kate today is Dr. Caitlin Ellis, historian and Associate Professor at the University of Oslo, to take us back to this world and find out more.

This episode was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.

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