The History of Vikings

The History of Vikings


Latest Episodes

The Jellstad Viking Ship Found in Norway
October 30, 2018

Today I talk with my good friend Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. In our conversation, we discuss the new Viking ship found in Norway. Bjørn is a bestselling Norwegian novelist, bushcrafter, yachtsman, historic archer, and modern day Viking.

Runes – The Vikings in Their Own Words With Dr. Judith Jesch
October 24, 2018

Today I'm joined by Dr. Judith Jesch, Professor of Viking Studies at the University of Nottingham. Her research has focused on a wide range of topics including Old Norse sagas, poetry, runic inscriptions, the literature and culture of Norway,

Celtic Myths & Legends With Siân Esther Powell
October 20, 2018

In today's episode, we explore the mythologic worlds of six Celtic nations. Siân Esther Powell, host of The Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast, presents the similarities and differences between Norse and Celtic Mythology.  -

Medievalism With the Editor of Medieval Warfare Magazine
October 15, 2018

Today  I'm joined by Peter Konieczny, editor of Medieval Warfare magazine, and co-founder of Medeivalists.net. Listen for a wonderful conversation about the creation of one of the world's most popular Medieval history blogs.

The All Father Paradox (Vikingverse) With Ian Sharpe
October 07, 2018

Today I'm joined by Ian Sharpe, author of a wonderful new book called The All Father Paradox. Ian's book describes an alternate history where Odin has escaped his doom at Ragnarök, and history has been thrown to the wolves.

The Viking Mentality: Part 2 With Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen
October 05, 2018

Today I talk with friend of the show, Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. In our conversation, we discuss ''The Viking Mentality.'' Bjørn is a bestselling Norwegian novelist, bushcrafter, yachtsman, historic archer, and modern day Viking.

The Viking Mentality: Part 1 With Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen
October 01, 2018

Today I talk with friend of the show, Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. In our conversation, we discuss ''The Viking Mentality.'' Bjørn is a bestselling Norwegian novelist, bushcrafter, yachtsman, historic archer, and modern day Viking.

Jonna Jinton – Kulning an Ancient Herding Call & From a Dream to Reality
September 19, 2018

I am so honored to have had Jonna Jinton on The History of Vikings Podcast! Jonna has been an enormous inspiration for me, and I hope that my conversation with her can inspire you in a beautiful way too! In our discussion,

Riddle of the Runes – The Saga of a Shieldmaiden With Dr. Janina Ramirez
September 10, 2018

I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Janina Ramirez, inspirational historian, broadcaster, and author based at the University of Oxford. Dr. Ramirez host’s podcast called Art Detective and is the author of a new book called ''Riddle of The Runes - A Vi...

The Conversion of Scandinavia With Anders Winroth
September 03, 2018

Today I’m joined by Anders Winroth, professor of medieval history, and Birgit Baldwin professor of history at Yale University. He is the author of a wonderful book called ‘’The Conversion of Scandinavia - Viking Merchants and Missionaries in the Remaki...