Martin Witteritter
Historian and author of Vikings in the East, specializing in Norse interactions with Eastern Europe and the formation of the Kievan Rus; provides expert analysis on archaeology and medieval sources in this episode.
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Nov 28, 2025 • 53min
When the Vikings met the Slavs
Join historian Martin Witteritter, author of "Vikings in the East," as he delves into Viking encounters with the Slavs. He discusses the significant shift in Viking expansion due to disrupted trade around 750-800. The Ingvar runestones reveal harrowing tales of expeditions and their cultural impacts. Martin highlights how Norse traders integrated into Silk Road networks and explores the complexities of Viking and Slavic relations. Lastly, he examines the lasting influence of Kievan Rus on modern identities in Russia and Ukraine.
