Nordic Mythology Podcast

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags sit down with Julian Post-Melbye to discuss his recent escapades to discover what artefacts lie in the disappearing ice of southern Norway.------------------------------------------------Follow Julian on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/secretsoftheiceFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tank Tolman, a fantasy fitness creator known for his wholesome and inclusive approach, joins the conversation to share his mission of making fitness accessible for all. He discusses using fantasy elements to foster connection and positivity on social media, countering negativity with comforting content. Tank reflects on the emotional toll of managing interactions with fans and the supportive community that has arisen around his work. He emphasizes the importance of helping others as a pathway to personal growth, all while merging fitness with heartfelt messages.

In this engaging discussion, Kai Use Faust, a German artist and founding member of the experimental folk group Heilung, shares his artistic journey from tattooing to music. He reflects on the magical atmosphere of the Midgardsblot festival and the unique dynamics of touring with an ego-free crew. Kai highlights the ceremonial nature of Heilung performances, designed to connect audiences with nature and spirits. He also reveals insights into his Old Norse clothing brand and the challenges of balancing quality with sustainability in production.

Felix Lummer, a PhD in Old Nordic religion and a lecturer at the University of Iceland, delves into the fascinating concept of the Belliphonic, or Sounds of War. He discusses how sounds, from battle cries to trumpet signals, shape warfare and group identity. The conversation touches on the challenges of capturing auditory experiences in written forms and explores the emotional impact of battlefield sounds. Felix also examines reenactments to understand historical soundscapes and reveals how sound serves as a strategic tool in combat psychology.

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags meet with Luciano Pezzoli to do a deep dive into the five decorated swords from the Salme ship burials.------------------------------------------------Follow Luciano on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/notis.compungoAlso check out the Children of Ash Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/childrenofashFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by Dr. Basil Arnould Price, an Assistant Professor of Queer and Medieval Literature, to discuss the history of transgenderism, gender identity, and queer acceptance in the Medieval period.------------------------------------------------Follow Basil on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/basilaprice.bsky.socialAlso check out his EDU page:https://ucla.academia.edu/BasilPriceAnd contact him via email:basil.price@oneonta.eduFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags team up with Richard Wakeman to combine their knowledge to determine what is fact and what is fiction in Viking history and archaeology.------------------------------------------------Follow Richard on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/richardkwakemanAlso check out his tattoo studio's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/old.world.remainsFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags catch up with Hamish Lamley as we revisit the topics of the Picts and how their culture evolved to become part of Scotland's cultural heritage.------------------------------------------------Check out Hamish work on his website:https://www.pictavialeather.co.uk/Also follow Hamish on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pictavia.leatherFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags are joined by Tom Cox as he tells us all about the history and production process of making maille armour.------------------------------------------------Follow Tom on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_strong_medicFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Dan is re-joined by Tom Robinson and Phil McEwan to talk all about their independent Viking group Blodorn Englar.------------------------------------------------Follow Blodorn Englar on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/blodornenglarAlso, check out Tom's blacksmithing website:https://www.tomrobinsonmetalwork.com/Follow 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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.