Northern Myths Podcast

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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon   Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel   Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology!   Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.    If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books   You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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 you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands.  Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology! Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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 https://korpiklaani.live/ 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology! Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we interview Alexey 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.  Be sure to check out Otava Yo's excellent music videos - the ones mentioned are below:Oi Dusya, Oi Marusya - Отава Ё - Ой, Дуся, ой, Маруся (казачья лезгинка) Otava Yo - (Cossack's lezginka): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HtvH34CmZYOnce Upon a Time on a High Hill - Отава Ё - Как на горке, на горе:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vslWAiWzlbsOtava Yo YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyCJi-Ht-GPakArh4ZQnVUAOtava Yo Website: https://otava-yo.spb.ru/en/band 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon   Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel   Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology!   Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.    If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books   You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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, the best way to do so is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KristynJMiller   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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon   Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel   Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology!   Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.    If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books   You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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. If you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon   Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel   Kalevala Free Kindle Edition (W.F. Kirby Translation): http://a.co/3a0GHW1 Kalevala Bosley Translation (our preferred translation): https://amzn.to/2xzhkCW   Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology! Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.    If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books   You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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. Links to the books we discussed can be found on our recommended books page: https://www.northernmyths.com/p/recommended-books-1537495137/ If you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Dr. Crawford's excellent YouTube channel with videos about Old Norse and Norse Mythology can be found here.Dr. Crawford's website is https://jacksonwcrawford.com/If you'd like to support Dr. Crawford, you can do so on his Patreon.If you'd like to connect with Dr. Crawford, you'll find him on Twitter @norsebysw The Wanderer's Havamal by Dr. Jackson Crawford is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ectCEq Show Outline (YouTube timestamps): 00:00:00 - Opening and Introduction00:04:27 - Dr. Jackson Crawford Calls In00:05:25 - Assassin's Creed Valhalla00:09:33 - The age and dating of the Poetic Edda00:15:00 - The number of versions of the Havamal00:20:23 - Introduction to the Wanderer's Havamal00:23:01 - Dr. Crawford's Great Courses class on Norse Mythology00:26:07 - The origins of Dr. Crawford's Poetic Edda translation00:27:46 - The runes and spells in the Havamal00:34:05 - The tree Odin hangs on and the origins of "Yggdrasil"00:48:12 - The runes, Odin, and sacrifice00:52:42 - The significance of Havamal01:01:40 - Odin as the archetypal wise man of Norse Mythology01:05:30 - Star Wars as a modern day Saga01:08:14 - Dr. Crawford's current projects and upcoming books01:13:35 - Closing and Acknowledgements Referenced sources (signup required to download from academia.edu):In Prayer and Laughter - Anatoly LibermanContradictory cosmology in Old Norse myth and religion – but still a system? - Eldar Heide Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology! Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Check out Grimfrost for our favorite source of authentic viking merchandise and modern apparel inspired by the viking age and Norse mythology! Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we cover Rígsþula, or the Lay of Rig, from the Poetic Edda of Norse Mythology. We hear how Heimdall, going by Rig, visits 3 couples representing the classes of slaves, free men, and lords, and helps them to reproduce. Their divine children illustrate how the classes of men in the viking age would have lived, and we see how society would have developed from agricultural tribes to thriving kingdoms. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook The Northern Myths Podcast is sponsored by Grimfrost, our favorite source of Norse and Viking merchandise. Based in Sweden, they have a vast selection of historical Viking reproductions as well as contemporary products inspired by Viking Age culture. Just like our show, they aim to build a bridge between the past and the present, bringing relevant parts of the old Norse culture into today's world. Some of our favorite products of theirs include their great shirts which we wear all the time, their beard care products, and their excellent drinking horns. Check out their website, grimfrost.com, to see everything they have available.  Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

We are joined by Lee Accomando, host of the Viking Age Podcast! His show is one of the longest running Norse/Viking themed shows, and he certainly paved the way for us in a lot of ways so we're excited to have him on! We had a great discussion, talking about how his podcast has developed over the years and hearing some of his favorite stories, including the discovery of Iceland and some of the exploits of Gunnhild, Mother of Kings. You can find the Viking Age Podcast and all of Lee's social media information at http://vikingagepodcast.com/ 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel The Northern Myths Podcast is sponsored by Grimfrost, our favorite source of Norse and Viking merchandise. Based in Sweden, they have a vast selection of historical Viking reproductions as well as contemporary products inspired by Viking Age culture. Just like our show, they aim to build a bridge between the past and the present, bringing relevant parts of the old Norse culture into today's world. Some of our favorite products of theirs include their great shirts which we wear all the time, their beard care products, and their excellent drinking horns. Check out their website, grimfrost.com, to see everything they have available.  Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we return to the Kalevala with Kalevala Runo 9 - The Origin of Iron. 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. This poem deals with the development of technology, both through the development of refining iron into steel and subsequently into tools and weapons, as well as the development of methods of healing! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel The Northern Myths Podcast is sponsored by Grimfrost, our favorite source of Norse and Viking merchandise. Based in Sweden, they have a vast selection of historical Viking reproductions as well as contemporary products inspired by Viking Age culture. Just like our show, they aim to build a bridge between the past and the present, bringing relevant parts of the old Norse culture into today's world. Some of our favorite products of theirs include their great shirts which we wear all the time, their beard care products, and their excellent drinking horns. Check out their website, grimfrost.com, to see everything they have available.  Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram You can also email us at northernmythspodcast@gmail.com

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 had an entertaining talk, and a few times where they really made us think about the nature of the literature we all enjoy. Check out Saga Thing's website for more information about their show: https://sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com/ Saga Thing iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saga-thing/id721349054 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel The Northern Myths Podcast is sponsored by Grimfrost, our favorite source of Norse and Viking merchandise. Based in Sweden, they have a vast selection of historical Viking reproductions as well as contemporary products inspired by Viking Age culture. Just like our show, they aim to build a bridge between the past and the present, bringing relevant parts of the old Norse culture into today's world. Some of our favorite products of theirs include their great shirts which I wear all the time, their beard care products, and their excellent drinking horns. Check out their website, grimfrost.com, to see everything they have available.  Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

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 dive into the symbolism behind Baldr and what he and his death represent, and the ways the different versions of the story can change the meaning.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook Our intro and outtro music is Takk from the album Sagnamadr by Folket Bortafor Nordavinden. Check the album out on Spotify, and you can purchase from Grimfrost.com or Amazon.  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We continue our series on the Kalevala with Runo 8 - Väinämöinen's Wound. 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! The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

Our good friend Noah Tetzner from the History of Vikings podcast joins us for the second time on the anniversary of his podcast! We talk about some of his favorite experiences from his first year of podcasting, including visiting the Jorvik Viking Festival in York, UK. Noah has recently published a book, The Poetic Edda: A Study Guide. We'll provide a link below. We had a problem with our end of the audio which we only discovered after the interview. We did our best to fix it up but it's still a little off. Fortunately Noah talks more than we do in this interview, and we hope you bear with us because it was a good chat regardless. Noah's book The Poetic Edda: A Study Guide can be found on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2I6WnWU 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In this episode we read Alvissmal, or the Words of All-Wise, from the Poetic Edda. 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! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

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, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. If you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are 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.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Books referenced in this episode:John Gregorson Campbell - The Gaelic OtherworldReimund Kvideland & Henning K. Sehmsdorf - Scandinavian Folk Belief and LegendGeddes & Grosset - Celtic MythologyJames MacKinlay - Folklore of the Scottish Lochs and Springs Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

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, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. If you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook The video that we reference by Jonathan Pageau about the symbolism of the One Ring in the Lord of the Rings can be found here: https://youtu.be/QafvZZTtNpE We reference the book The Coddling of the American Mind by Jonathan Haidt and Greg Lukianoff. It can be found here: https://amzn.to/2Gqtdkp If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

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.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Dan was thinking of Vladimir Lenin when he mentioned Karl Marx.  Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In this episode we cover some of the history and traditions of Yule, the pre-Christian midwinter festival of the Norse and Germanic peoples. We discuss 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. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon 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 have been on the show this year! A big thank you to: Noah Tetzner - Host of the History of Vikings PodcastSiobhan Clark - Author of Children of Midgard and Host of the Myths, Legends, and Lore PodcastProfessor Carolyne Larrington - Professor of Medieval European Literature at Oxford University and Translator of the Poetic EddaTuomas Rounakari of Shamanviolin and KorpiklaaniEric Schumacher - Author of Hakon's SagaFjörn the Skald of the Fjörn's Hall Podcast and BlogJocko Willink and Leif Babin - Authors of Extreme Ownership and the Dichotomy of LeadershipDr. Jackson Crawford - Translator of Old Norse Literature and Instructor and Director of Nordic Studies at the University of Colorado BoulderHeri Joensen of TyrEinar Selvik of Wardruna You have all been a wonderful addition to our show and have given us some amazing conversations. Also a big thanks to quite a few others: Going Viking - a great page of Norse and Viking content that we're thrilled to be a part of. Heathen Moon - Ryan and Amanda are great friends of the show with a fantastic web shop. We were recipients of some amazing rune sets. Check them out for some fantastic hand made products! Viking Beard Co - An excellent source of beard products that we're happy to recommend! Viking Age Podcast and the Saga Thing Podcast - Last but certainly not least, two of our predecessors who paved the way with the absolute standard for Viking and Norse themed podcasts. We're honoured to be mentioned in the same sentence or paragraph with these great shows and we recommend them highly! Everyone else who we've been in touch with and in contact with, thank you so much for listening or watching and getting in touch! Thank you to everyone who has supported the show and made this an amazing experience. 2018 has been bigger than we could have ever imagined and we think 2019 will be even better! Happy new year from Luke and Dan at the Northern Myths Podcast! Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

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, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. If you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction to Thrymskvida, The Lay of Thrym also known as the Theft of Mjolnir0:05:27 - Stanzas 1-2: Thor wakes up to find Mjolnir missing! He asks Loki for help! 0:12:30 - Stanzas 3-6: Thor and Loki go to Freya to borrow her feather suit. Loki flies to Jotunheim in the suit. 0:22:10 - Stanzas 7-8: Thrym admits to Loki that he stole Mjolnir, and will only give it back if Freya will marry him0:31:54 - Stanzas 9-11: Loki returns to Asgard and tells Thor the bad news0:35:24 - Stanzas 12-13: Thor tells Freya to come with him to Jotunheim. She angrily refuses. 0:44:57 - Stanzas 14-16: The Gods have a conference. Heimdall suggests that Thor dress up as Freya and go to the wedding. 0:54:40 - Stanzas 17-20: Thor doesn't like Heimdall's idea. Loki tells him it's the only way. 1:01:34 - Stanzas 21-23: Thor and Loki travel to Jotunheim. Thrym welcomes them with a great feast. 1:09:44 - Stanzas 24-26: Thor eats a whole ox while pretending to be Freya. Loki lies to Thrym to keep from getting found out. 1:14:26 - Stanzas 27-28: Thrym lifts Thor's veil and sees Thor's fierce eyes. Loki covers Thor's tracks again. 1:17:05 - Stanzas 29-30: Thrym brings Mjolnir to bless the marriage and lays it on Thor's lap.1:26:36 - Stanzas 31-32: Thor smashes all the giants with Mjolnir If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

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, including Norse mythology, the Finnish Kalevala, and more. If you'd like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction to Kalevala Runo 5 - Väinämöinen's Fishing. Recap of the Fate of Aino. 0:06:37 - Lines 01 - 12: Väinämöinen grieves over the passing of Aino. He did not mean for harm to come to her. 0:23:41 - Lines 13 - 34: Väinämöinen seeks the wisdom of Untamo, the spirit of sleep. Soul searching in the unconscious mind. 0:35:46 - Lines 35 - 72: Väinämöinen goes fishing and catches the most beautiful fish he's ever seen. 0:45:13 - Lines 73 - 144: The fish turns out to be Aino, and Väinämöinen asks her to return. She escapes, never to return. 1:09:15 - Lines 145 - 164: Väinämöinen tries to catch Aino again, and catches many other fish, but never Aino. 1:15:43 - Lines 165 - 191: Väinämöinen realizes the error of his ways and how he was at fault for the loss of Aino. 1:21:14 - Lines 192 - 241: Väinämöinen receives wisdom from his dead mother, who tells him to pursue the maids of Pohja. 1:32:59 - Recap of Kalevala Runo 5. If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

The Gods hold a feast in the hall of Aegir! Everyone is there! Odin, Frigg, Freyr, Freya, Njord, Vidar. Everyone but Thor. Loki is there too. And Loki is full of bitterness and hatred. This famous poem is the rap battle of the Gods. Will Loki put the Gods in their place, or will the Gods exact their punishment on the trickster? Find out with us as we read Lokasenna! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are joined by Einar Selvik of Norwegian band Wardruna! We discuss the influences behind Einar's music, the way he brings relevant elements of the past into the present through his work, and his upcoming projects including Wardruna's upcoming album, Skald! Wardruna's Website:http://www.wardruna.com/Wardruna - Voluspá Music Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UPUPDo20nMFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/wardruna/Twitter:https://twitter.com/wardruna 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In Kalevala Runo 4 we read about the Fate of Aino, who was promised to marry Väinämöinen by her brother Joukahainen. This episode includes discussion of serious topics including depression and suicide. If you need help, you can reach out to someone at 1-800-273-8255 or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are joined by Heri Joensen of the Faroese metal band Týr. We discuss the mythological and traditional inspirations of the band, themes in Týr's albums, and the importance of mythology in the modern world. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon If you enjoyed this interview you can get in touch with and follow Heri on Facebook and Twitter or check out his Patreon:https://www.facebook.com/joensen.heri/https://twitter.com/HeriJoensenhttps://www.patreon.com/herijoensen Týr's Website:http://www.tyr.fo/ Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We conclude our series on the Havamal and we cover one of the most important stories of Norse Mythology: Odin's sacrifice on the world tree to win the runes! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. The Havamal is the collection of poetry attributed to Odin. It is included in the Poetic Edda and is a core element of Norse Mythology. The Havamal is a book of wisdom full of contraditions. At once it is an example of how to live and a cautionary tale mistakes to avoid. Included in the Havamal are the stories of the winning of the mead of poetry and Odin's sacrifice of himself to himself to discover the runes. If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We welcome Dr. Jackson Crawford to the show. Dr. Crawford teaches courses about Old Norse, Norse Mythology, and the Vikings, and he is the translator of the version of the Poetic Edda that we read on the Northern Myths Podcast. We discuss his background, the process of translating the Poetic Edda and other Old Norse literature, as well as the importance of learning about mythology.  Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Dr. Crawford's excellent edition of the Poetic Edda can be purchased here: The Poetic Edda Translated by Jackson Crawford Dr. Crawford's website: https://jacksonwcrawford.com/ Dr. Crawford's popular YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/jacksoncrawford Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

The Northern Myths Podcast is honoured to welcome Jocko Willink and Leif Babin onto the podcast to discuss their new book, the Dichotomy of Leadership. Jocko and Leif are former Navy SEALs and the authors of New York Times #1 Bestseller Extreme Ownership. Jocko and Leif are major influences on Luke and Dan personally and were a significant factor in the development of the Northern Myths Podcast. Jocko and Leif are true heroes and warriors and have discovered valuable lessons about how to live through their experiences. The lessons we find in the myths we cover on the Northern Myths Podcast fit very well with what Jocko and Leif talk about in their books and the popular Jocko Podcast. You can purchase their new book, the Dichotomy of Leadership, or their previous book Extreme Ownership here: Dichotomy of Leadership Extreme Ownership The above links are Amazon affiliate links and a small portion of your purchase will go towards the Northern Myths Podcast. We highly recommend the Jocko Podcast if you enjoyed this episode. Episode 11 of the Jocko Podcast is the first featuring Leif Babin, and it provides a much better background of Jocko and Leif than we could personally. Check it out here:Jocko Podcast 11 Social media information for Jocko and Leif and their consulting company Echelon front: Jocko Willink: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jockowillink71/ Twitter: @jockowillinkInstagram: @jockowillink Leif Babin:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Leif-Babin-1670651793221206/ Twitter: @LeifBabinInstagram: @realleifbabin Echelon Front:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echelonfront/ Twitter: @XtremeOwnershipInstagram: @echelonfront 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We welcome Fjörn the Skald of the Fjörn's Hall podcast and blog onto the show! We discuss our shared passion for Norse mythology, his fascinating academic work, and his great podcast and website. Check out his website and subscribe to his podcast below! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Fjörn's Hall Blog/Website Fjörn's Hall Podcast:Fjörn's Hall Podcast 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 mythology, and together we hope to explore these myths and legends and explain them in a way that can appeal to everyone in the modern world, and learn how to apply their lessons to everyday life. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

This is Hymiskvida, Thor's grand adventure to fetch the cauldron from the giant Hymir. This is a classic hero's journey, with a quest to the unknown to bring back something of value to the tribe. Thor proves that he is a true hero in this exciting story! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We interview Eric Schumacher, author of the Hakon's Saga series of books. We discuss the history behind his books and the Christianization of Scandinavia, as well as the hero archetype and its influence on his writing. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Eric's Website:https://www.ericschumacher.net/ War King, Book 3 of Hakon's Saga: https://amzn.to/2MQ2AoC Eric's Twitter:https://twitter.com/DarkAgeScribe If you like the Northern Myths Podcast please like, share, subscribe, comment, and review! Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We read about the battle between Väinämöinen, the old and steadfast eternal bard, and Joukahainen, a young man from Pohjola who thinks he can defeat Väinämöinen. Join us and hear about this exciting clash between Väinämöinen's wisdom and tradition and Joukahainen's youth and confidence! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Link to Video of Alan Moore on Magic: https://youtu.be/k1qACd0wHd0 Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We cover the 3rd major section of the Havamal, the Words of Loddfafnir. This section is presented as Odin telling a young man, Loddfafnir, many great pieces of wisdom. It summarizes many of the themes from the prior two sections and includes new and interesting wisdom of its own. This is our fifth episode on the Havamal, and there is only one more to go! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. The Havamal is the collection of poetry attributed to Odin. It is included in the Poetic Edda and is a core element of Norse Mythology. The Havamal is a book of wisdom full of contraditions. At once it is an example of how to live and a cautionary tale mistakes to avoid. Included in the Havamal are the stories of the winning of the mead of poetry and Odin's sacrifice of himself to himself to discover the runes. If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are joined by Finnish ethnomusicologist Tuomas Rounakari. He is perhaps best known for his one man musical project Shamanviolin and as the violin player of folk metal band Korpiklaani. We discuss his work with the Khanty people of Western Siberia, his many projects, his experience with shamanism, and much more. Tuomas' websites:http://www.shamanviolin.fi/ http://rounakari.com/ Korpiklaani:http://korpiklaani.com/ Henkselipoika (video mentioned):https://youtu.be/ZB7PyLYQyXg 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In Harbardsljod, we read about Odin taunting Thor in a poem that compares their personalities. Thor is noble and orderly, perhaps to a fault, and Odin indulges in chaos for his own benefit. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are joined by Dr. Carolyne Larrington, Professor of Medieval European Literature at Oxford University. She has authored many fantastic books related to European Mythology as well as one of the best translations of the Poetic Edda currently available. We discuss many stories including the Hjaðningavíg, the Christianization of the Norse lands, the nature of Odin, and much more.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Here are a few links to some of Professor Larrington's notable works that we discussed on the show. We highly recommend her Poetic Edda as well as her book of Norse Myths. The Poetic Edda: https://amzn.to/2xALXYvThe Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes : https://amzn.to/2pkZEXIWinter is Coming: The Medieval World of Game of Thrones: https://amzn.to/2xCAcka Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are joined by Siobhan Clark, author of Children of Midgard, a historical fiction novel steeped in Norse Mythology. In addition to discussing her book, we talk about the concept of fate in Norse Mythology, the story of the death of Baldr, and much more! 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Children of Midgard is available in bookstores everywhere as well as Amazon: https://amzn.to/2pl0KTk Siobhan's blog: https://siobhancoda.wordpress.com/ Siobhan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/siobhancoda Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In Runo 2 of the Kalevala we follow Väinämöinen from landing in a barren country to sowing fields with Barley. We meet fertility god Sampsa Pellervoinen, Tursas the water monster, a small man dressed in copper, and the great god Ukko, highest of all. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We are joined by our first guest, Noah Tetzner of the History of Vikings Podcast! Join us for our engaging discussion with our fellow podcaster as we discuss our many common interests especially Norse Mythology, and other interesting bits of history and culture.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out the History of Vikings Podcast on your app of choice! History of Vikings YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0pmAwjsX-qQlVSBGcDbWTQ @HistoryOfViking Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We continue our series on the Havamal with the section known as Odin's Love Poem. Hear Odin's wisdom about love and the famous story of his winning of the mead of poetry. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. The Havamal is the collection of poetry attributed to Odin. It is included in the Poetic Edda and is a core element of Norse Mythology. The Havamal is a book of wisdom full of contraditions. At once it is an example of how to live and a cautionary tale mistakes to avoid. Included in the Havamal are the stories of the winning of the mead of poetry and Odin's sacrifice of himself to himself to discover the runes. Show Outline: 0:04:14 - Stanza 84: Don't trust the words of a woman0:09:52 - Stanza 85-89: Don't trust untrustworthy things0:33:20 - Stanza 88: Trusting newly planted crops and children0:40:38 - Stanza 90: Be careful with deceitful women0:52:06 - Stanza 91: Men lie just like women, and they lie to seduce0:59:43 - Stanza 92: How to woo a woman properly1:08.10 - Stanza 93-94: Don't mock someone who has fallen in love1:14:55 - Stanza 95: Wise people need love too1:21:02 - Stanza 96: Odin waiting for his love1:24:28 - Stanzas 97-99: Odin wooing a woman he is not worthy of.1:34:23 - Stanzas 100-101: Odin faces the consequences1:46:55 - Stanza 102: Wise Women are formidable1:51:07 - Stanza 103: The whole Havamal in one stanza1:54:35 - Stanza 104: Odin visits a giant to get mead. (It was Mimir who was killed by the Vanir during the war. Kvasir was born out of the saliva of both the Aesir and the Vanir)2:01:28 - Stanza 105: Odin lies to Gunnlod to get mead2:06:09 - Stanza 106-107: Odin lies and cheats to "liberate" the Mead of Peotry.2:12:43 - Stanza 108: Odin effectively deceiving Gunnlod2:16:25 - Stanza 109: Frost giants come to visit Odin for his treachery2:19:38 - Stanza 110: Odin cannot be trusted and breaks oaths Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In this episode we hear about the courtship of Gerdr by Freyr by way of his servant Skirnir. His methods are controversial, and Freyr's behavior is some of the worst ever seen by any god in Norse Mythology. But does the symbolic meaning tell us more than the story first reveals?  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We continue our series on the Kalevala with our second episode on Kalevala Runo 1. We hear about the creation of the world by Ilmatar and the birth of Väinämöinen, and we delve into the ancient bear cults practiced around the world and by the Finnic peoples. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction and Recap of Kalevala Runo 10:19:01 - Lines 178-194: A teal appears in the sky looking for a place to nest and Ilmatar's prayer is answered0:31:20 - Lines 195-212: Ilmatar offers her knee so the teal can make a nest0:38:49 - Lines 213-244: The teal's eggs fall from Ilmatar into the sea0:56:13 - Lines 245-254: Ilmatar floats in potential0:59:43 - Lines 255-280: Ilmatar makes order out of chaos and creates a new world1:11:56 - Lines 281-288: Väinämöinen is still not born1:17:33 - Lines 289-300: Väinämöinen wants to be born1:25:26 - Lines 301-314: Väinämöinen prays to the moon, sun, and great bear1:45:47 - Lines 315-344: Väinämöinen is born and ends up on land1:55:25 - Conclusion and acknowledgements If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We begin our exploration of the Kalevala, the epic national poem of Finland. Hear our introduction to this amazing poem, compiled by Elias Lönnrot as Finland sought independence from the Russian Empire. We introduce many of the main characters including Väinämöinen, the old, wise bard who was the inspiration for Gandalf of the Lord of the Rings. The prologue of the Kalevala describes Lönnrot's motivations, and aligns closesly with what we're trying to do at the Northern Myths Podcast. Join us as we start this new journey into this epic poem. 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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Kalevala is the epic national poem of Finland. Compiled by Elias Lönnrot from folk poetry from throughout Finland, Karelia, Estonia, and what is now northwest Russia, the Kalevala describes the worldview of the Finnish people from ancient times through to the modern day. It includes the adventures of Väinämöinen and Joukahainen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen, from the distant lands of Pohjola, to Kalevala's wide heathlands. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction to the Kalevala, the history of Finland, and Elias Lönnrot0:10:38 - Prelude: The purpose and creation of the Kalevala and the meaning for the Northern Myths Podcast0:18:15 - Lines 0 - 10: The longing to sing the people's legends0:32:26 - Lines 11 - 36: The coming together of peoples, introduction to the Finno-Ugric language group0:43:21 - Introduction to Väinämöinen, Joukahainan, Kaukomieli (Lemminkäinen)0:52:56 - Lines 37-50: The transmission of stories down the generations, introduction to Louhi, Vipunen1:06:42 - Lines 51-70: The collection of legends from around the country1:12:06 - Lines 71-102: The safeguarding of the legends and bringing them into the future1:22:58 - Lines 103-116: Introduction to Ilmatar, mother of Väinämöinen1:29:00 - Lines 117-126: Ilmatar sinks down to the precosmogonic waters1:32:37 - Lines 127-136: A storm impregnates Ilmatar, the archetypal nature of Kalevala1:41:03 - Lines 137-150: Ilmatar was pregnant for a long time, no offspring was perfected1:47:47 - Lines 151-176: Ilmatar prays to Ukko to deliver her from her torment2:01:53 - Conclusion, Recap, and Acknowledgements If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We continue our series on the Havamal, the book of wisdom attributed to Odin. We read about how to live a good life, and we cover the two most famous verses in Norse Mythology, Havamal 76 and 77.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. The Havamal is the collection of poetry attributed to Odin. It is included in the Poetic Edda and is a core element of Norse Mythology. The Havamal is a book of wisdom full of contraditions. At once it is an example of how to live and a cautionary tale mistakes to avoid. Included in the Havamal are the stories of the winning of the mead of poetry and Odin's sacrifice of himself to himself to discover the runes. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In the dramatic finale to Grimnismal, Odin reveals some of his deepest wisdom of life and the world. Hear more about Valhalla, the hall of Odin, and Yggdrasil, the World Tree. Find out how the story from Episode 7 ends, and hear Odin reveal his true form.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction and Recap of Grimnismal 10:04:54 - Stanza 22: Valgrind, a holy hall with holy doors0:17:34 - Stanza 23: Bilskirnir, hall of Thor, has many rooms0:24:48 - Stanza 24: The number of doors and warriors in Valhalla0:31:27 - Stanza 25: Heidrun the goat and the unlimited mead in Valhalla0:40:46 - Stanza 26: Eikthyrnir the stag and Hvergelmir0:54:36 - Stanza 27-28: The names of many rivers1:02:19 - Stanza 29: Thor wading rivers and Bifrost bridge burning1:09:24 - Stanza 30: Rivers the Gods ride over to Yggdrasil the World Tree1:14:27 - Stanza 31: Roots below Yggdrasil the World Tree, the known, unknown, and chaos1:32:28 - Stanza 32: Ratatosk carrying insults between the Eagle and Nidhogg1:43:52 - Stanza 33: The four deer knawing on Yggdrasil the World Tree1:49:18 - Stanza 34: The snakes beneath Yggdrasil the World Tree1:54:57 - Stanza 35: The pain that Yggdrasil the World Tree endures1:59:41 - Stanza 36: List of Valkyries2:08:52 - Stanza 37-39: The horses that pull the sun, the sun's shield, and the wolves that chase the sun.2:17:29 - Stanza 40-41: The formation of the world from the parts of Ymir2:24:47 - Stanza 42: The reward for Odin being taken down from the fire2:28:36 - Stanza 43-44: All the best things2:39:00 - Stanza 45: Odin reveals himself to Agnar2:45:45 - Stanza 46-48: The many names of Odin2:53:38 - Stanza 49-50: More names of Odin3:00:55 - Stanza 51-54: Odin reveals himself to Geirroth and sees Geirroth's death3:10:54 - Prose Outtro3:17:30 - Recap, conclusion, and acknowledgments If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

In this episode we begin Grimnismal, where Odin and Frigg compete for influence and Odin reveals wisdom in exchange for a drink of mead.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction to Grimnismal0:03:08 - Prose Intro Part 1: Agnar and Geirroth fostered by an old man and woman0:08:16 - Prose Intro Part 2: Geirroth becomes king and betrays Agnar0:11:24 - Prose Intro Part 3: Introduction to Hlidskjalf, the relationship between Odin and Frigg0:19:30 - Prose Intro Part 4: Frigg baits Odin by accusing Geirroth of being inhospitable0:23:46 - Prose Intro Part 5: Odin goes to Geirroth's hall and is imprisoned0:29:18 - Prose Intro Part 6 - Stanza 3: Geirroth's son Agnar gives Odin a horn of mead0:43:53 - Stanza 4: Thrudheim, the hall of Thor0:49:48 - Stanza 5: Yladir, hall of Ullr, and Alfheim, hall of Freyr0:59:15 - Stanza 6: Valaskjalf, the hall of Odin1:04:27 - Stanza 7: Saga and Sokkvabekk, Odin's drinking companion and her hall1:10:25 - Stanza 8-10: Introduction to Valhalla1:19:02 - Stanza 11: Thrymheim, hall of the giant Thjassi and his daughter Skadi1:24:29 - Stanza 12: Breithablik, hall of Baldr1:26:22 - Stanza 13: Himinbjorg, hall of Heimdall1:33:40 - Stanza 14: Folkfang, Freya's field of the fallen1:38:04 - Stanza 15: Glitnir, hall of Forseti1:52:48 - Stanza 16: Noatun, hall of Njord1:59:44 - Stanza 17: Vithar the wide ruler2:04:51 - Stanza 18: The unlimited food in Valhalla2:09:03 - Stanza 19: Geri and Freki, the wolves of Odin2:15:27 - Stanza 20: Huginn and Muninn, the ravens of Odin2:25:33 - Stanza 21: The Midgard Serpent in Fenrir's Sea2:33:58 - Conclusion and acknowledgments If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We continue our series on the Havamal, the book of wisdom attributed to Odin. We read about friendship, charity, and the burden of responsibility.  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 like to support the show you can support us on Patreon here: Northern Myths Podcast Patreon The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. The Havamal is the collection of poetry attributed to Odin. It is included in the Poetic Edda and is a core element of Norse Mythology. The Havamal is a book of wisdom full of contraditions. At once it is an example of how to live and a cautionary tale mistakes to avoid. Included in the Havamal are the stories of the winning of the mead of poetry and Odin's sacrifice of himself to himself to discover the runes. If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel Show Outline:  00:04:13 - Stanza 28: Wisdom and keeping secrets00:09:55 - Stanza 29: Talking too much and without thinking00:14:04 - Stanza 31: Talking about people behind their back.00:16:28 - Stanza 30: Don't ridicule people when they are in your debt.00:21:57 - Stanza 32: Conflict between men.00:33:23 - Stanza 33: When to eat. Hangry.00:36:43 - Stanza 34: Bad friends and good friends00:41:12 - Stanza 35: How to be a good guest00:48:53 - Stanza 36: Be thankful for having a home.00:54:20 - Stanza 38: Always be prepared00:57:36 - Stanza 39: Social contract.01:03:42 - Stanza 40: Use money for what it's meant to be used for01:11:28 - Stanza 41: Mutual giving and generosity01:16:14 - Stanza 42: Friends and enemies01:25:58 - Stanza 43: The enemy of my enemy is my friend01:30:30 - Stanza 44-46: Good friends, bad friends and everything in between.01:35:35 - Stanza 47: Alone and Lost01:42:55 - Stanza 48: Being kind and brave01:48:21 - Stanza 49: Naked and ashamed02:03:43 - Stanza 50: People need community02:10:28 - Stanza 51: False friends02:12:29 - Stanza 52: Meaningful gift giving02:15:57 - Stanza 53: Little minds02:25:14 - Stanza 54-56: How wise should you be?  If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram

We continue our series on the Poetic Edda with Vafthrudnismal. Odin travels to Jotunheim for a deadly battle of wits with the all-wise giant Vafthrudnir. One of them will end up losing his head! Who will it be? 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 mythology, and together we hope to explore these myths and legends and explain them in a way that can appeal to everyone in the modern world, and learn how to apply their lessons to everyday life. The Poetic Edda is the primary original source for the myths and legends of Norse Mythology. The Poetic Edda includes everything from the creation of the world to its destruction in Ragnarok, from the adventures of Thor to the wisdom of Odin. We are exploring these timeless stories to learn how the Norse people understood the world, and how we can apply their worldview to life today. Check out our YouTube channel for videos of all episodes and interesting clips of the show: Northern Myths Podcast YouTube Channel If you'd like to follow along with our reading of the Poetic Edda you can pick up the great translation of the Poetic Edda we're reading by Jackson Crawford, you can purchase it here: The Poetic Edda by Jackson Crawford It is also available as an audiobook which we highly recommend. Dr. Crawford has a great voice for it, and actually pronounces everything properly. It's a must have if you like our show! Available here: The Poetic Edda Audiobook You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram Show Outline: 0:00:00 - Introduction to Vafthrudnismal, Odin's journey to the hall of the giant Vafthrudnir0:06:25 - Stanza 01: Odin wants to have a contest of wisdom with the wise giant Vafthrudnir0:13:57 - Stanza 02: Frigg, wife of Odin advises caution0:25:00 - Stanza 03: Odin always seeks greater challenges0:33:02 - Stanza 04: Frigg wishes Odin well, tells him to come back safely but to go all the same0:39:05 - Stanza 05: Odin goes into the unknown, straight inside Vafthrudnir's hall0:41:44 - Stanza 06: Odin hails Vafthrudnir, asks if he is wise0:45:54 - Stanza 07: Vafthrudnir is angry, Odin won't leave unless he is wiser than him0:48:40 - Stanza 08: Odin is up to the challenge, asks for hospitality0:52:02 - Stanza 09: Vafthrudnir invites Odin to sit and to asks Odin to start the game of wits0:56:54 - Stanza 10: Odin invites his host to speak first1:03:05 - Stanza 11-12: Skinfaxi, the horse that pulls the sun1:11:47 - Stanza 13-14: Hrimfaxi, the horse that pulls the moon1:15:34 - Stanza 15-16: Ifing, the river separating the land of the gods and the giants1:20:46 - Stanza 17-18: Vigrith, the battlefield of Ragnarok1:25:05 - Stanza 19: Heads are wagered - the loser of the game will die1:30:10 - Stanza 20-21: The origin of heaven and earth1:35:36 - Stanza 22-23: The origin of the sun and moon1:38:30 - Stanza 24-25: The origin of the day and night1:42:54 - Stanza 26-27: The origin of the winter and summer1:45:26 - Stanza 28-29: The oldest beings in the world1:51:34 - Stanza 30-31: The origin of Aurgelmir, the first giant1:55:41 - Stanza 32-33: How Ymir had children1:59:10 - Stanza 34-35: Vafthrudnir's first memory2:05:06 - Stanza 36-37: The origin of the wind2:08:39 - Stanza 38-39: How Njord came to be among the Aesir2:14:44 - Stanza 40-41: Valhalla and the Einherjar2:21:22 - Stanza 42-43: The secrets of the gods and giants2:26:22 - Stanza 44-45: The humans who will survive after Ragnarok2:34:25 - Stanza 46-47: How the sun survives Ragnarok2:38:11 - Stanza 48-49: The women who fly above the sea2:41:41 - Stanza 50-51: The gods who will live on after Ragnarok2:46:25 - Stanza 52-53: How Odin will die at Ragnarok2:50:53 - Stanza 54-56: What Odin whispered to Baldr on his funeral pyre3:04:15 - Conclusion and recap If you'd like to follow along with us or learn more about the ideas we talk about on the show, we have a list of recommended books on our website. Included are our recommended copies of the Poetic Edda and the Kalevala, as well as books about archetypal narrative, comparative religion, and more: Recommended Books We also have Northern Myths Podcast merchandise available at our official shop. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:FacebookTwitterInstagram