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“Strikes the right balance between detail and overview. Interesting and also entertaining”
RVV Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
04/24/24
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“I read a great deal about Scandinavian history (especially Viking age). Love this podcast. Informative and entertaining.”
Skidthom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
“I was introduced to The Scandinavian History Podcast by Dirk Hoffman-Becking at the History of the Germans podcast. 19 episodes into this series and these get better and better. This is a great series if one wishes to round out their knowledge of European history from the Scandinavian...”Read full review »
BD Earl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/23
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“This is a fantastic podcast on Nordic (not just Scandinavian) history. It does not neglect the Finns, which is refreshing. If you are an American of Nordic descent, this is THE podcast for you. If you are planning a trip to the Nordic countries, do yourself a favor and listen to these...”Read full review »
Reinoroadkill via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/23
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“History can be interesting and fun.
Bloodthirsty battles, family intrigue, far away lands, riches and plunder. The Vikings had it all. Listen and see if you are related to any of them. Short episodes and great narration.
Definitely recommended.”
LaundryLu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/23
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“Love Mikael’s wit and knowledge- very interesting and easy to follow”
Susan Craig via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/23
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“Listen NOW”
5 stars podcasts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
“This is a very informative and entertaining show about Scandinavian history with an honest attitude towards the source material. If you listen to this podcast together with ‘the history of the Germans’ podcast, you will get interlinked history of a sort of pan-Germanic history in the post-Roman...”Read full review »
Nwtwnzu via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
08/06/23
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“After listening to two episodes I’m hooked. Great job Mikael!”
Dam1an S. via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
08/04/23
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“Very enjoyable narrative history of one of Europe’s most fascinating and worst understood regions (aside from the usual Viking stereotypes)”
Gobán Saor via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/22/23
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“Provides a highly informative and versatile picture, not only on Scandinavia but everywhere else they left a mark”
Christoph Hanck via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
06/11/23
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“This podcast features fascinating insight into a wide range of Scandinavian history!”
M.C.43210 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/23
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“Great series. Layout is very easy to follow. Really enjoy the narration and commentary and dry humor. 5 stars.”
seanbbaker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/23
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“This is my new favorite podcast to listen to while doing anything around the house. Good job!”
MeAmSoCool via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/23
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“New favorite!”
Stu Nims via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/23
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“Just discovered the podcast and can’t get enough. Really enjoying each episode. It has already motivated me to look deeper and connect it to my known ancestral history. Thanks for all this great history in a very accessible format!”
MHermanson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“Very informative. Easy to listen to. Funny. Well written and well read.”
MargieU via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/23
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“I’ve listened to a lot of Viking age podcast. Although those went into a deep history of what led to the Viking age. They weren’t nearly as deep diving into the history of the Vikings though. I love that this podcast gets into the Rus and travels even further east!”
The 12 you know via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/23
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“I am truly enjoying this show. The presentation is both informative and witty. I recently learned my family’s Scandinavian roots ran deeper than originally thought and this podcast has provided a fuller understanding of my heritage, as well as connecting some dots. I look forward to every new...”Read full review »
JackSkellington10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/23
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“Quite possibly my favorite podcast about Scandinavian History. Mikael is very informative, and entertaining, with an appropriate amount of humor sprinkled in so it doesn’t feel like a lecture. If you’re into Scandinavian history, or medieval history in general, this is the show for you!”
Truzinski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/23
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“A fantastic overview of Scandinavian history, told with humor and humility. Just comprehensive enough to make you feel like you’re getting a good grounding in the major events, but not so detailed that you find yourself lost or a bit bored. Well worth listening to!”
NikAndreas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/16/22
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“I was looking to learn more about Scandinavian history and I found this podcast. After first episode I have sinked and had binged all episodes at every spare moment. Great voice and storytelling. Thank you for your work”
Pavo Kardel via Apple Podcasts ·
Poland ·
12/14/22
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“The Scandinavian History Podcast is the best legal way to get your Nordic history fix. The host Mikael Shainkman exhibits thorough knowledge, eloquence, humor, and ample willingness to share silly unfounded national myths with enough skepticism, irony, and momentary suspension of disbelief to...”Read full review »
Igneous1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/22
“The Scandinavian History Podcast is an excellent and informative tour through the myth and history of the Scandinavian peoples. Its host, Mikael Shainkman, is very well versed in the subject and conveys things in a clear, concise manner. I particularly enjoy when he answers listeners’ questions...”Read full review »
IanArcher942 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/22
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“We started listening to The Scandinavian History Podcast on the first day of our camper van trip around Iceland, and by the end of day 10 we had finished 38 episodes. So you could say Mikael was the official voice of our vacation :) I’m not a big history person (whereas my boyfriend is the type...”Read full review »
ktrj720 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/22
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“Mikael Shainkman speaks plenty of useful words in this podcast that has brought us, so far, up through history to the 14th century. I spent the last months catching up, listening to each episode, and now find myself heading Odin’s advice: ‘Wake early if you want another man’s life, land or at...”Read full review »
gkMoberg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/22
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“I hope I get to visit Scandinavia one day and hire you as a guide!”
djdflp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/22
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“Very well produced show and the host does a great job. It’s nice to have a larger view of Scandinavian history.”
Derlemke via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/22
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“This podcast is well researched, easy to absorb, and the theme song gets you pumped!”
Beyad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/22
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“LOVE this!!!
Please keep going or better still start a new pod on the subject of your book. 😁”
cadylash via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/09/22
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“Very enjoyable and well organized timelines. Interesting way to learn history”
Ray Sunny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/22
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“It’s informative and good lengths for each episode. Thanks for going through all the relevant information and present them in a clear and concise manner.”
hayden15 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/22
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“I stumbled across this podcast while looking for something new to listen to, and I’m very glad that I did. Lots of historical details and interesting tidbits, but my favourite parts are the funny (dry humour, be warned, but that’s my favourite kind) comments sprinkled throughout. I’ve listened to...”Read full review »
Sseeton via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/03/21
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“Informative and interesting all at the same time.”
Hizzezz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/21
“Mikael Shainkman is well-informed of history and aware of problems with reliability in the sources. This is a favorite history podcast because his dry sense of humor reminds us that much of what has been accepted as history needs to be taken with a grain of salt and not everything in these...”Read full review »
suzd62 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/21
“I came here for Scandinavian history, but stayed for the faint, but well delivered snark. Love it.”
Loki's own via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/21
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“I’ve tried a number of podcasts about Vikings and Scandinavia and have usually been disappointed and underwhelmed. Finally I’ve found this one which is informative and entertaining.”
ricky dee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/21
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“I've just binge listened to catch up (episode26) and have throughly eyoyed the way it has been told. A straightforwrd telling of the history, or what is known, that doesn't insult the lister's intelligence.
I particularly liked hearing about the Vikings in England (and France) as...”Read full review »
SimonFaw via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/19/21
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“Glad to have discovered this podcast. I enjoy learning about the history and myths of my ancestors. Even more, though, I love Mikael Shainkman's writing and delivery. A fun, entertaining and thought-provoking podcast!”Read full review »
Debla bee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/21
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“I love this podcast. Very informative, with a wide range of topics. Fairly easy to follow as well! I also enjoy the little jokes that the narrator sprinkles throughout the episodes.”
irtysk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/21
“I really enjoy this pod! It brings these old names from the history books to life. I am captivated by the narratives again and again and I learn about ancient history in a way I didn to think possible. I also enjoy that there is a clear academic basis in that the listener is reminded that the...”Read full review »
CK3Gamer via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
06/11/21
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“Been really enjoying this so far and I’ll be very excited to see it progress beyond the viking era. The hosts delivery is good, the writing is solid and there’s a nice balance of different topics.”
Rune_quester# via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/21
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“I listen to many history related podcasts and this one is a new favorite. Thanks Michael, keep them coming.”
KDSJank via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/21
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“Having watched the History Channel’s Vikings and currently watching Netflix’s The Last Kingdom, I am so pleased to have discovered this podcast. Those shows are fun, but I’m quick to remind myself that much is made up. In this podcast, Mikael Shainkman does a fantastic job of relating what is...”Read full review »
IngMod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/21
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“This podcast goes into a lot of detail about Scandinavian history, while also being enjoyable to listen to. Highly recommended!”
Robert123345 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/27/21
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“This podcast is both informative and entertaining. I thought I knew quite a lot about the history of Scandinavia, but I learned so much—while also beeing entertained at the same time. I highly recommend the podcast if you’re interested in Scandinavian history.”
Lars E Y via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/21
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“Good history podcasts have interesting subject matter, and hosts with good perspective, tone, pace, and narrative and analytical attention. This podcast has that. Thanks!”
VeganSkywalker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/21
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