Einar Selvik of Wardruna returns to the Northern Myths Podcast to discuss the upcoming Warduna album Kvitravn, available on January 22nd, 2021.  Music Video Links:Kvitravn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhiUacGzIg8Grá: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFU7nRe7C0ALyfjaberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEizKmZlUAw   This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. If you'd...

In this episode, we continue our Kalevala journey with Runo 11 - Lemminkäinen and Kyllikki! In this Runo we meet the two eponymous characters - Lemminkäinen and Kyllikki - and we explore the dynamics between young men and women and some of the reasons why social interactions between the two are structured the way they are.  This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. If...

In this episode, we are joined for the second time by Tuomas Rounakari of Shamanviolin and Korpiklaani. We discuss his upcoming projects, then discuss shamanism and the pre-Christian grief ritual known as laments.  For an introduction to Tuomas and his work, see our first interview with him here: Interview with Tuomas RounakariTo connect with Tuomas and find more information about his work and projects, visit his website.To attend the Korpiklaani livestream concert on August 29, 2020, visit...

In this episode we interview Aleksey Belkin of Russian folk band Otava Yo (Алексей Белкин от фолк группы «Отава ё»). We discuss Otava Yo's excellent music videos which, among other things, highlight the importance of nature, especially for people from the big city, and document historical Russian traditions. We also discuss why it is important to recognize appreciate nature, and taking the best parts from the past and the present.

In this episode we are joined by Kristyn J. Miller to discuss the story of Siegfried/Sigurd of Das Nibelungenlied and the Volsunga Saga, as well as references and comparisons to that story from Beowulf. Kristyn is, in her own words, a writer and casual literary critic with a passion for the intersection of language, cultural history, and literature.    Kristyn writes a blog on literature, history, language, culture, and more at https://kristynjmiller.com/If you'd like to connect with Kristyn,...

In this episode we return to the Kalevala with Kalevala Runo 10 - The Forging of the Sampo! We read how Väinämöinen gets Ilmarinen to journey to Pohjola to forge the Sampo, a powerful mythical device of unknown properties!

This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. In this introductory episode, we introduce the podcast, the stories we cover, and our most important influences.

Dr. Jackson Crawford returns to the Northern Myths Podcast to tell us about his Wanderer's Havamal. We discuss his involvement with the upcoming Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and other exciting projects Dr. Crawford is working on. In our discussion of the Havamal, we hear why Dr. Crawford finds this wisdom so timeless, and we find out some interesting new things about Yggdrasil and the runes!

The Northern Myths Podcast returns after over a year! We discuss our exciting plans for the future, and we hope to have you along with us!

In this episode we cover Rígsþula, or the Lay of Rig, from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology.

We are joined by Lee Accomando, host of the Viking Age Podcast!

Väinämöinen is being healed by the old man he met at the end of the last Runo, and they discuss the mythological origin of iron.

In this episode we interview the hosts of the Saga Thing podcast, one of the longest running shows in the Norse/Viking space and a show that we personally enjoy very much.

We return to the story of the Death of Baldr through the famous poem Baldrs Draumar, or Baldr's Dreams, where Odin rides down into the underworld to find out why his son Baldr is having bad dreams about his death

We continue our series on the Kalevala with Runo 8 - Väinämöinen's Wound, where we read about how Väinämöinen gets distracted on his way home from Pohjola when he sees a maiden of Pohja, she makes him complete seemingly impossible challenges in order to win her hand in marriage, and Väinämöinen makes a potentially grave mistake!

Our good friend Noah Tetzner from the History of Vikings podcast joins us for the second time on the anniversary of his podcast, and we talk about some of his favorite experiences from his first year of podcasting, including visiting the Jorvik Viking Festival in York, UK.

In this episode we read Alvismal, or the Words of All-Wise, from the Poetic Edda, where the dwarf Alvis (or All-Wise) visits Thor's hall to bring back Thor's daughter as his bride, and Thor acts very un-Thor-like as he deals with this unwelcome guest!

We continue our series on the Kalevala with Kalevala Runo 7 - Väinämöinen and Louhi. Väinämöinen has been shot down into the sea by Joukahainen. Where he goes from there and who he meets will set the biggest story of the Kalevala in motion. Join us as we find out what happens with Väinämöinen and when he meets Louhi, the mistress of Pohjola. This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe. Join us as we learn about Norse Mythology,...

We are happy to be joined for the second time by Siobhan Clark, author of Children of Midgard and host of the Myth Legend & Lore podcast. We discuss the folklore of Scotland, especially the Shetland and Orkney islands, including the Finfolk, Kelpies, and Selkies, as well as the Norse influence on the region and the importance of great stories in our childhoods.  Books referenced in this episode:John Gregorson Campbell - The Gaelic OtherworldReimund Kvideland & Henning K. Sehmsdorf -...

In this episode, we read Völundarkviða, or the story of the escape of Volund the smith. Hear how Volund is captured by the evil king Nithuth, and how he gets his revenge. We explore themes relating to society and technology, and the dangers of unconsciousness and resentment. This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe. Join us as we learn about Norse Mythology, Jungian Archetypes, and much more. Dan and Luke have a passion for...

In this episode of the Northern Myths Podcast we continue our series on the Kalevala with Runo 6 - Joukahainen's Crossbow. This is the conclusion of the story of Joukahainen, and this poem wraps up some of the themes which started in the Runos 3 to 5. As Väinämöinen travels toward new adventures in Pohjola, Joukahainen is consumed with resentment and directs his anger towards Väinämöinen.  The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from...

The Northern Myths Podcast covers some of the history and traditions of Yule, the pre-Christian midwinter festival of the Norse and Germanic peoples. We cover the timing of Yule based on the phases of the moon, Odin's Wild Hunt, the child-eating character Krampus, as well as Finnish traditions around the Christmas season. And, as 2018 draws to a close, we'd like to acknowledge many of the great folks who have supported us with our amazing journey, starting with all our wonderful guests who...

We read Thrymskvida, the Lay of Thrym, also known as the Theft of Mjolnir. This humorous story involves Thor, Loki, and Freya retrieving a stolen Mjolnir, the hammer of Thor, from the giant Thrym. Among other things, Thor gets dressed up in a wedding dress and nearly gets married to Thrym. Will it all be worth it? This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe. Join us as we learn about Norse Mythology, Jungian Archetypes, and much...

Join us as we read Kalevala Runo 5, Väinämöinen's Fishing. This is a story about moving on after a period of grief. In the aftermath of the Fate of Aino, Väinämöinen struggles to come to terms with the loss of his betrothed. We also explore the symbolic parallels to how society treats its younger generations. This is the Northern Myths Podcast, an archetypal exploration of the myths and legends of Northern Europe. Join us as we learn about Norse Mythology, Jungian Archetypes, and much more....