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Bigfoot the Cow KIllerIn 2010, a man's family moved to Colorado, where they discovered a remote campsite on the border of the Rawah Wilderness in northern Colorado—an isolated, high-elevation spot accessible only by high-clearance vehicle. In spring 2019, he and his son scouted the site and spent four days there. They enjoyed the scenery and wildlife but found unexplained items: torn pajamas on the ground and a backpack wedged 50 feet up in a tree. In 2020, the full family returned. One night, dressed in Viking reenactment gear and celebrating late around the fire, they blew a war horn. Shortly after, a terrifying guttural scream echoed from the ridge behind camp, sounding like a woman being attacked. It repeated minutes later, followed by coyotes yipping and then abruptly yelping in pain before going silent, as if something attacked them. The next morning, they followed a foul odor and discovered a recently dead cow with no predator marks—except its entire lower jaw and tongue were missing. That evening they listened to Bigfoot-related podcasts and set up defensive perimeter traps and firearms (the narrator, a combat veteran, always camps heavily armed). The following morning, while checking the area, the narrator and his son witnessed a seven-foot-tall, dark-haired bipedal creature with a conical head, prominent brow, and human-like but larger hands dragging the decaying cow carcass into the woods. They soon had to evacuate due to the approaching Cameron Peak wildfire but later returned multiple times. They located the cow's scattered remains, recovered its ear tag as a keepsake, and began leaving small gifts (apples, candy, marbles, Bigfoot figurines) at the site, which consistently disappeared.The experience convinced the family that Bigfoot may be real. The narrator, who grew up hearing Sasquatch stories near Yosemite, remains cautious and armed on trips but now camps in hopes of another peaceful observation rather than confrontation.Join my Supporters Club for $4.99 per month for exclusive stories:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-if-it-s-true-podcast--5445587/support

Fighter Pilot Tanner is back with another episode, this time on an ACTUAL JET, the  Lockheed S-3 Viking, the War Hoover! Connect with us! We love comments! Connect with Tanner Via X patreon.com/WorldofWarbirds https://www.facebook.com/WorldofWB WOWB Twitter (X): @WorldofWarbird Threads: world_of_warbirds_podcast Insta: world_of_warbirds_podcast bpearce29@gmail.com

In this week's episode, Dan and Mags sit down with Clare Downham to dissect the descendants of Ivar the Boneless and the Viking kings of England and Ireland that followed in his lineage.------------------------------------------------Follow Clare on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/downham.bsky.socialCheck out her new book:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Medieval-Ireland-Cambridge-Textbooks/dp/1107031311And her other publications:https://hcommons.org/members/claredownham/Follow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions, please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Remember when the Seahawks had two first-round picks and we talked about the idea of them moving up to take Stroud or Young… boy are we glad they didn't! What do the National guys need to see from Sam Darnold to recognize he is not a liability at quarterback? Yes, at one point he looked like a bust, but he's put together 2 back-to-back 14-win seasons, what more do you need? He is not a liability for this Seahawks team, he is a strength and he's playing his role in this team's success. :30- AL KINISKY (Kraken Audio Network color analyst) The Kraken need a win! From winning nonstop and climbing up the standings to this current skid, what is causing the inconsistencies? :45- We wrap up the humpday show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Episode 2729 - Greenland in protest! Randolph speaks the truth.! How bad was Stalin? 12 health facts? Viking in a bathtub evades ICE? Feces on your water cooler ? Great show today!

durée : 00:10:48 - Le Fil de l'histoire - par : Stéphanie DUNCAN - Le Groenland a été propulsé bien malgré lui dans l'actualité. Ce territoire situé aux confins de l'Arctique subit de plein fouet les conséquences du dérèglement climatique et est redevenu un puissant verrou stratégique convoité pour ses routes maritimes, ses bases militaires, ses hydrocarbures... Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

With Greenland in the news, you may be wondering how and why Greenland became inhabited in the first place. Like all great stories, it is a medieval one! Matt Lewis retells the fascinating tale of Norse Greenland, from the arrival of Norse explorers over a thousand years ago to the mysterious disappearance of their settlements and the myths and legends surrounding the Viking presence in Greenland.MORENorse Mythology: Creation MythsListen on AppleListen on SpotifyHow To Live Like A VikingListen on AppleListen on SpotifyGone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis. Audio editor is Amy Haddow. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comCharlie is a journalist and podcaster. From 1993 to 2016, he hosted a conservative talk show on WTMJ in Milwaukee. He was also the editor of Right Wisconsin, the editor-in-chief of The Bulwark, and a commentator on MSNBC. He recently went fully independent with his own substack, “To the Contrary” — subscribe! The author of many books, the latest was 2017's How the Right Lost Its Mind.An auto-transcript is available above (just click “Transcript” while logged into Substack). For two clips of our convo — on the Trump admin's soulless response to the ICE killings, and if the GOP is starting to turn on Trump — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: growing up in a contrarian liberal home; his dad a journalist prof who ran Eugene McCarthy's 1968 campaign in Wisconsin; Charlie converting to Catholicism in college; TS Eliot's influence on his faith; writing his first book based on his dad's essay against academia; getting into talk radio in the early years; the Limbaugh effect; the MSM disdain over talk radio; my early campaign for marriage equality reaching Charlie's show; the lost culture of healthy debate; Gingrich's contempt for the opposition; Vince Foster; Bush discrediting conservatism; the demonization of Obama; the failure of GOP gatekeepers; both parties embracing mass migration; “The Flight 93 Election”; the groups controlling the Dems; Biden empowering Trump on immigration; the Fox News fallacy; the anti-Semite card with respect to Israel and the settlements; Gaza; the war in Ukraine; the ICE killing in Minneapolis; JD's soulless presser; the indecency of Matt Walsh and Megyn Kelly; the threats to Greenland; the persecution of Jerome Powell; civil war rhetoric; the Caribbean boats and Maduro's ouster; our Viking foreign policy; Cardinal Dolan embracing MAGA; Pope Leo replacing Dolan; tariffs as protection money; the abuse of the pardon; ICE recruitment ramping up; and how dogs are the best people.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy. Coming up: Kevin Williamson on the devolution of the GOP, Jeffery Toobin on the pardon power, Jason Willick on trade and conservatism, Vivek Ramaswamy on the right's future, and Michael Pollan on consciousness. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

We are LIVE at the Minnesota Ice Festival and joining Jason to talk about this great event is Kyle Chank, General Manager of Viking Lakes, which has become one of the booming areas in the metro, in Eagan from TCO Performance Center and beyond we talk about what makes Viking Lakes such a great spot for all around family fun and of course football!

Jason and Dan are LIVE from the Winter SKOLstice at Viking Lakes in Eagan and we begin with getting your thoughts on Minnesota as a state, how we are doing just ten days after the ICE chaos truly began and then we chat with Kyle Chank, General Manager of Viking Lakes!

Fighter Pilot Tanner is back with another episode, this time on an ACTUAL JET, the Lockheed S-3 Viking, the War Hoover! Listen to the rest now! S3 Viking (Tanner's Just Jetz) pt1 on Patreon

The gang gets together after in the new yer to discuss Viking, the 2026 edition of Space-Grant Black IPA as well as N.A. beers and the brand new Loose Thread Hazy IPA.  -- Have a question for us? If we read your question on an episode, you get a free Land-Grant shirt. Submit your question now over on our website! --  Want to try the beers we cover on the pod? head over to our handy Beer Finder or join us at the taproom. 

Join Ryan and Julie from Wonder and Beyond Travel for their milestone 300th episode as they break down the best cruises for every type of traveler. Whether you're a first-timer or seeking deep cultural immersion, this comprehensive guide will help you find your ideal cruise experience.What You'll Discover:Best Cruises for First-Time Cruisers: Looking for familiar destinations with clear daily routines and minimal stress? Perfect options include:River Cruising: Viking River Cruises (adults-only calm energy, straightforward inclusions) and AMA Waterways (small ships, intuitive layouts, guided touring included)Ocean Cruising: Celebrity Cruises (modern design, balanced activities), Princess Cruises (strong Alaska partnerships, clear experiences), and Royal Caribbean (variety of ships and activities)Best Cruises for Immersive Exploration: For travelers who want destinations to take center stage with meaningful, unhurried experiences:Riviera Travel: Elegant European-style river cruising timed to special events (tulip season, Oktoberfest)Azamara Cruises: Longer port stays and overnight stops for true destination immersion, plus signature "AzAmazing Evenings"Lindblad Expeditions: Deep exploration to Alaska, Galapagos, and Antarctica with naturalists and experts onboardBest Value Cruises: Understanding what's included and maximizing your return on investment:River Options: AMA Waterways and Viking (nearly all-inclusive experiences)Ocean Options: Royal Caribbean (wide variety for families and groups), Disney Cruise Line (premium service eliminates mental load for parents)Domestic: American Cruise Lines (U.S. rivers, nearly all-inclusive, drive-to embarkation)Bonus Feature: Julie shares an exciting Ireland trip she planned around a Luke Combs concert at Slane Castle, including Guinness tours, Jameson Distillery, and unique experiences like a sheepdog demonstration at a thousand-year-old fort.This episode celebrates finding the cruise style that matches your travel personality—not ranking cruise lines, but helping you discover where you belong on the water. Perfect for anyone considering their first cruise or looking to try a different cruise experience.Episode 300 of All Things Travel, hosted by Ryan and Julie, your travel experts from Wonder and Beyond TravelSupport the showLove the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan your vacation? Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to plan a trip perfect for your family. Saving you time, money, and stress! Visit our website www.allthingstravelpodcast.com and click on "Plan Your Next Vacation" Join the travel conversations and the fun in our Facebook Page and Instagram Page! Please share the show with your travel buddies!! Click this link and share the show! Never miss an episode and help us take you to the top with us by following and leaving a 5-Star review on your favorite podcasting app!

Frizz and Bob dive headfirst into one of the most important and controversial metal albums of all time: Iron Maiden's The Number of the Beast. Bob pours Ardbeg Ardcore, Frizz reaches for Cardhu Gold Reserve, and together they trace Iron Maiden's scrappy rise from Christmas Day to cult favorites and lineup changes. Track by track, they explore Viking invasions, twin-leads, psychic children, existential imprisonment, Satanic panic, colonialism, death-row dread, and the Eddie imagery that lit the fire of fear across the nation.

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Have you ever dreamed of floating down the Danube, exploring medieval towns and world-class cities from the comfort of a luxury ship? In this episode of No Tourists Allowed, we pull back the curtain on the complete European river cruise experience, giving you a firsthand account of what it's truly like to travel from Budapest to Vienna. We're also tackling major travel news as American Airlines sparks outrage by changing its loyalty program, and we're revealing an insider tool that will completely change how you book flights with points. Is a river cruise right for you, and is American devaluing its most loyal customers? Let's dive in.Join hosts and travel industry veterans Mike Putman and James Ferrara as they share their latest adventures and insights. James has just returned from an incredible AmaWaterways cruise along the Danube River and provides a full review of the journey. He details the intimate, upscale atmosphere of the small ship, the all-inclusive shore excursions in historic ports, and the incredible regional food both on and off the vessel. From the stunning architecture of Budapest to the musical history of Vienna and a side trip to Salzburg, you'll learn exactly why this is one of the best ways to see Europe. This segment offers a deep dive into the river cruise lifestyle and a direct comparison of AmaWaterways vs Viking, helping you decide which line fits your travel style.But that's not all. The hosts also discuss a quick business trip to Georgia, sharing their top picks for the best restaurants Savannah has to offer. Hear their authentic reviews of the historic 18th-century mansion restaurant, The Pink House, and the chic Art Deco supper club, The Grey, located in a restored 1930s bus station. In travel news, we break down the controversial decision by American Airlines to stop awarding points on certain fares, exploring the impact of the American Airlines Basic Economy loyalty points change and what it means for frequent flyers. And for our travel hack of the episode, Mike reveals Seats.Aero, a powerful award travel search tool that makes it easy to find amazing deals on business and first-class flights using your points. We'll show you how to find award travel deals you never thought possible. Finally, stick around as we discuss the recovery of Jamaica's tourism after the recent hurricane and announce the lucky winner of our luxury Alaska cruise giveaway with Princess Cruises!About Your Hosts:Mike Putman and James Ferrara are seasoned travel industry executives and lifelong explorers. In "No Tourists Allowed," they share their unfiltered opinions, expert advice, and authentic travel stories from years on the road. From luxury cruises to hidden local gems, they guide you on how to travel more meaningfully and avoid the tourist traps.Timestamps / Chapters:(00:00) Intro: American Airlines Devalues Points(02:22) Celebrating Recent Travels & Industry Awards(03:35) Savannah, GA Trip Report: Hotels & Restaurants(07:20) Review: The Pink House, Savannah's 18th Century Mansion Restaurant(09:02) Review: The Grey, Savannah's Art Deco Supper Club(11:03) The Ultimate European River Cruise Experience on AmaWaterways(15:50) What is a River Cruise Really Like?(20:05) Comparing River Cruise Lines: AmaWaterways vs Viking(25:12) Airline News: The American Airlines Basic Economy Loyalty Points Controversy(31:20) Travel Hack: How to Find Award Travel Deals with Seats.Aero(34:14) Announcing the Alaska Cruise Giveaway Winner!

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Whispers of the Runes: A Young Viking's Journey to Wisdom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-12-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: I den kalde vinteren, når dagene var korte og nettene lange, våknet solen over den lille vikingbosetningen ved fjordens rand.En: During the cold winter, when the days were short and the nights long, the sun rose over the small viking settlement at the edge of the fjord.No: Snøen dekket alt, fra de lave hustakene til de store skip som lå forankret ved brygga.En: The snow covered everything, from the low rooftops to the large ships anchored at the dock.No: Fjordens frosne overflate begynte å tine, og den klare lyden av smeltende is fylte luften.En: The frozen surface of the fjord began to thaw, and the clear sound of melting ice filled the air.No: Sindre sto ved vannkanten.En: Sindre stood at the water's edge.No: Han var ung, ambisiøs og nysgjerrig på de gamle magiske tradisjonene.En: He was young, ambitious, and curious about the old magical traditions.No: De eldre snakket ofte om kraftige runere som kunne vekke forfedrenes visdom.En: The elders often spoke of powerful runes that could awaken ancestral wisdom.No: En dag, da isen smeltet, oppdaget Sindre en gammel runestein.En: One day, as the ice melted, Sindre discovered an old rune stone.No: Den lå delvis skjult under en stor snøhaug.En: It lay partially hidden under a large pile of snow.No: Den var dekket av mystiske symboler som lokket ham med løfter om kunnskap og makt.En: It was covered with mysterious symbols that lured him with promises of knowledge and power.No: Vigdis, landsbyens vise kvinne, satt ved ildstedet i sitt lille trehus da Sindre kom styrtende inn.En: Vigdis, the village's wise woman, was sitting by the hearth in her small wooden house when Sindre came rushing in.No: "Vigdis, jeg har funnet en runestein," sa han ivrig.En: "Vigdis, I have found a rune stone," he said eagerly.No: Vigdis så på ham med sine kloke, gamle øyne.En: Vigdis looked at him with her wise, old eyes.No: "Runer bærer stor visdom, men også stor fare, min gutt.En: "Runes bear great wisdom, but also great danger, my boy.No: Vær forsiktig hva du ønsker å vekke," sa hun advarende.En: Be careful what you wish to awaken," she said warningly.No: Eirik, Sindres eldre bror og landsbyens smed, visste om Sindres funn.En: Eirik, Sindre's older brother and the village's blacksmith, knew of Sindre's discovery.No: Han var pragmatisk og beskyttende.En: He was pragmatic and protective.No: "Sindre, du må ikke leke med det du ikke forstår.En: "Sindre, you must not play with what you do not understand.No: Farene kan være større enn vi vet," sa Eirik mens han hamret på en ny øks.En: The dangers may be greater than we know," said Eirik as he hammered on a new axe.No: Sindre var delt.En: Sindre was torn.No: Hans nysgjerrighet drev ham fremover, selv om advarslene gjenlød i hodet.En: His curiosity drove him forward, even though the warnings echoed in his head.No: Han bestemte seg.En: He made up his mind.No: Han ville forsøke å tyde runene.En: He would attempt to decipher the runes.No: Under en lys månehimmel, mens de andre sov, gikk Sindre til runesteinen.En: Under a bright moonlit sky, while the others slept, Sindre went to the rune stone.No: Han bar med seg en liten flamme og laget en sirkel av steiner rundt den gamle steinen.En: He carried a small flame and made a circle of stones around the old stone.No: Han begynte å hviske ordene han hadde hørt fra eldgamle sagn.En: He began to whisper the words he had heard from ancient tales.No: Plutselig begynte jorden å riste.En: Suddenly, the ground began to tremble.No: Vinden blåste sterkt, og månen ble skjult bak tunge skyer.En: The wind blew fiercely, and the moon was hidden behind heavy clouds.No: Steinen glødet i et skarpt, blått lys.En: The stone glowed with a sharp, blue light.No: Eirik, som hadde fulgt etter i det stille, sprang frem.En: Eirik, who had followed silently, sprang forward.No: "Sindre!En: "Sindre!"No: " ropte han gjennom vinden.En: he shouted through the wind.No: Landsbyen våknet av kaoset.En: The village awoke to the chaos.No: Vigdis kom til stedet med en rolig styrke.En: Vigdis came to the site with a calm strength.No: "Sindre, slutt," sa hun.En: "Sindre, stop," she said.No: "De gamle kreftene må ikke vekkes ugjennomtenkt.En: "The old forces must not be awakened thoughtlessly."No: "Med frykt og en ny forståelse for hva han hadde satt i gang, stoppet Sindre og trakk seg tilbake.En: With fear and a new understanding of what he had set in motion, Sindre stopped and retreated.No: Runens lys bleknet sakte, og jorden roet seg.En: The light of the rune faded slowly, and the earth calmed.No: De neste dagene brukte Sindre tiden på å reflektere.En: In the following days, Sindre spent time reflecting.No: Han forsto nå at respekt for kunnskap var viktigere enn å vise styrke.En: He now understood that respect for knowledge was more important than displaying strength.No: Eirik og Vigdis sto ved ham, støttet ham i denne nye forståelsen.En: Eirik and Vigdis stood by him, supporting him in this new understanding.No: Våren kom, og solens varme fylte landsbyen.En: Spring came, and the sun's warmth filled the village.No: Sindre lærte å stille spørsmål med ydmykhet, og fortsatte å søke kunnskap, men alltid med respekt for det ukjente.En: Sindre learned to ask questions with humility and continued to seek knowledge, but always with respect for the unknown.No: Han hadde vokst, og visste nå at sann styrke ikke lå i å kontrollere runene, men i å forstå grensene for det han visste.En: He had grown and now knew that true strength did not lie in controlling the runes, but in understanding the limits of what he knew. Vocabulary Words:settlement: bosetningfjord: fjordthaw: tinerunes: runerwisdom: visdomancestral: forfedrenesmysterious: mystiskesymbols: symbolerhearth: ildstedeagerly: ivrigpragmatic: pragmatiskprotective: beskyttendedecipher: tydemoonlit: månehimmelwhisper: hviskeancient: eldgamletremble: ristefiercely: sterktglowed: glødetsilently: stillechaos: kaoscalm: roligretreated: trakk seg tilbakefaded: bleknetreflecting: reflekterehumility: ydmykhetunknown: ukjentegrown: vokstcontrolling: kontrollereunderstanding: forståelse

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Astrid's Quest: Courage in the Frozen Whisper of Winter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-12-08-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Snø hadde falt i flere dager, og det gamle vikingbosetningen var dekket med et tykt teppe av hvitt.En: Snow had been falling for several days, and the old Viking settlement was covered with a thick blanket of white.No: Fjellene rundt ble nesten borte i det grå lyset av vinteren.En: The mountains around almost disappeared in the gray light of winter.No: Det var en tid for å holde seg innendørs, men Astrid hadde annet i tankene.En: It was a time to stay indoors, but Astrid had something else in mind.No: Hun sto foran langhuset, omringet av de andre landsbyboerne.En: She stood in front of the longhouse, surrounded by the other villagers.No: De mumlet lavt.En: They murmured quietly.No: Kulda bet henne i kinnene, men øynene hennes brant med en besluttsomhet som ingen kunne overse.En: The cold bit her cheeks, but her eyes burned with a determination that no one could overlook.No: "Vi trenger mer ved og mat," sa hun til forsamlingen.En: "We need more wood and food," she said to the gathering.No: "Jeg vet at ruten ved elven er farlig, men vi har knapt tid.En: "I know the route by the river is dangerous, but we have little time.No: Vi må ta sjansen.En: We must take the chance."No: "Ingrid, kjent for sin skepsis, trådte frem.En: Ingrid, known for her skepticism, stepped forward.No: "Astrid, dette er ikke et enkelt valg.En: "Astrid, this is not an easy choice.No: Tradisjonene våre viser en annen vei.En: Our traditions show another way.No: Hva om du tar feil?En: What if you're wrong?"No: "Astrid møtte Ingrid med et fast blikk.En: Astrid met Ingrid with a steady gaze.No: "Vi må nå handle.En: "We must act now.No: Jeg er sikker på at vi klarer det sammen.En: I am sure we can do it together."No: " Ved siden av Astrid sto Leif, trofast som alltid.En: Beside Astrid stood Leif, faithful as always.No: Han nikket til henne, stille enig i planen.En: He nodded to her, silently agreeing with the plan.No: Sammen med en liten gruppe dro Astrid, Leif og Ingrid ut.En: Together with a small group, Astrid, Leif, and Ingrid set out.No: Skritt i snøen førte dem nedover den smale stien ved skogen.En: Steps in the snow led them down the narrow path by the forest.No: Trærne var dekket av tung snø, bøyd som gamle menn.En: The trees were covered with heavy snow, bent like old men.No: Leif kastet forsiktige blikk mot himmelen.En: Leif cast cautious glances at the sky.No: "Storm kommer," sa han lavt til Astrid.En: "Storm coming," he said softly to Astrid.No: Astrid visste at de ikke kunne snu nå.En: Astrid knew they couldn't turn back now.No: Tiden var knapp.En: Time was short.No: Snøen begynte å piske nedover før de nådde elven.En: The snow began to whip down before they reached the river.No: Stormen hadde kommet raskere enn forventet.En: The storm had come faster than expected.No: Vinden ulte i ørene deres, en kald hvisking som truet med å blåse bort håpet.En: The wind howled in their ears, a cold whisper threatening to blow away hope.No: Astrid stoppet og samlet gruppen.En: Astrid stopped and gathered the group.No: "Vi må finne ly," ropte hun over stormens bråk.En: "We must find shelter," she shouted over the storm's noise.No: "Følg meg!En: "Follow me!"No: " De kjempet seg gjennom stormen til en hule som skjulte seg i fjellet.En: They fought their way through the storm to a cave hidden in the mountain.No: Der inne samlet de seg og ventet til stormen roet seg.En: Inside, they gathered and waited for the storm to calm.No: Da vinden endelig dempet seg, så de et brutt, snødekket landskap foran seg.En: When the wind finally subsided, they saw a shattered, snow-covered landscape in front of them.No: Men Astrid var ikke redd.En: But Astrid was not afraid.No: "Kom, vi har arbeid å gjøre," sa hun og stod fast.En: "Come, we have work to do," she said standing firm.No: Med Leif og Ingrid ved sin side, samlet de ved og mat i all hast.En: With Leif and Ingrid by her side, they hastily gathered wood and food.No: Veien tilbake til landsbyen var tøff, men de gikk med sikkert fotfeste.En: The way back to the village was tough, but they walked with sure footing.No: Da de endelig sto igjen foran langhuset, var sekkene deres fulle.En: When they finally stood again in front of the longhouse, their bags were full.No: Landsbyboerne kom ut for å møte dem.En: The villagers came out to meet them.No: Den eldre, som ikke hadde hatt tro på Astrid, så nå annerledes på henne.En: The elderly, who hadn't had faith in Astrid, now looked at her differently.No: Ingrid nikket respektfullt.En: Ingrid nodded respectfully.No: "Du klarte det, Astrid.En: "You did it, Astrid.No: Jeg tok feil.En: I was wrong."No: " Astrid smilte beskjedent.En: Astrid smiled modestly.No: Hun følte stolthet og en nyvunnet tillit.En: She felt pride and newfound confidence.No: Leif fanget blikket hennes et øyeblikk, og uten ord ble noe forstått.En: Leif caught her eye for a moment, and without words, something was understood.No: Astrid hadde bevist sin styrke og ledelse.En: Astrid had proven her strength and leadership.No: I kulden og uroen av vinter hadde de skapt nytt håp.En: In the cold and unrest of winter, they had created new hope.No: Bosetningen var reddet for en stund, og i hjertene til folket brant en ny respekt for sin leder.En: The settlement was saved for a while, and in the hearts of the people, a new respect burned for their leader.No: Astrid hadde funnet sin plass og vunnet alles hjerter, inklusive sitt eget.En: Astrid had found her place and won everyone's hearts, including her own. Vocabulary Words:settlement: bosetningblanket: teppedisappeared: bortemurmured: mumletdetermination: besluttsomhetroute: ruteskepticism: skepsischoice: valggaze: blikkfaithful: trofastnarrow: smalcautious: forsiktigwhisper: hviskingthreatening: truetshelter: lygathered: samletsubsided: dempetshattered: bruttfirm: fasthastily: all hasttough: tøffsure footing: sikkert fotfesteelderly: eldrerespectfully: respektfulltmodestly: beskjedentconfidence: tillitproven: bevistleadership: ledelseunrest: urohope: håp

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Unlocking Viking Secrets: A Writer's Journey to Inspiration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-12-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Sne var roligt dryssende over de gamle, næsten forsagte vikingeruiner.En: Snow was softly drifting over the ancient, almost forgotten Viking ruins.Da: Billedet var som taget ud af en historie - et panorama hvor tiden havde sat sit præg.En: The scene looked like something out of a story—a panorama where time had left its mark.Da: Lars gik forsigtigt gennem landskabet, det knirkede let under hans støvler.En: Lars walked carefully through the landscape; it creaked slightly under his boots.Da: Lars havde altid følt en dragning mod historiens dybder.En: Lars had always felt a pull toward the depths of history.Da: Det var derfor, han var her.En: That was why he was here.Da: Han søgte efter inspiration til sin nye roman, håbede at finde noget unikt blandt fortidens brudstykker.En: He sought inspiration for his new novel, hoping to find something unique among the fragments of the past.Da: Hans sind var åbent for de fortællinger, som ruinerne kunne havne på papir.En: His mind was open to the stories the ruins could transcribe onto paper.Da: Foran ruinerne stod Freja.En: In front of the ruins stood Freja.Da: Hun var dagens turguide, og hendes øjne strålede, da hun talte.En: She was the tour guide for the day, and her eyes shone as she spoke.Da: “Disse ruiner var engang hjemsted for både storhed og hverdag,” sagde hun med passion.En: "These ruins once were home to both grandeur and daily life," she said with passion.Da: Alligevel kunne hun ikke fjerne en vis uro, en hvisken af tvivl, når hun følte folks skepsis over hendes ord.En: Yet, she couldn't shake a certain unease, a whisper of doubt, when she sensed people's skepticism about her words.Da: Lars' blik mødte Frejas, og skepsis lyste i hans ansigt.En: Lars' gaze met Freja's, and skepticism shone on his face.Da: “Er alt det her virkelig sandt?” spurgte han.En: "Is all of this really true?" he asked.Da: Freja tøvede et sekund.En: Freja hesitated for a second.Da: “Det siger alle kilderne,” svarede hun.En: "That's what all the sources say," she replied.Da: “Men... jeg har også altid følt en indre forbindelse her.”En: "But... I have always felt an inner connection here too."Da: Emil, en ivrig turist, havde et skævt smil.En: Emil, an eager tourist, had a crooked smile.Da: “Freja,” sagde han, “du gør historien levende.En: "Freja," he said, "you bring history to life.Da: Det kan vi alle mærke.”En: We can all feel it."Da: Efter turen tog Lars mod til sig.En: After the tour, Lars gathered the courage.Da: Han gik hen til Freja, mens de andre besøgende spredtes.En: He walked over to Freja, as the other visitors dispersed.Da: “Jeg vil gerne høre mere,” sagde han.En: "I want to hear more," he said.Da: “Om stedet.En: "About the place.Da: Og dig.”En: And about you."Da: Freja så overrasket ud, men hun nikkede.En: Freja looked surprised, but she nodded.Da: De gik sammen gennem ruinerne, hvor hun fortalte om dette sted og sin egen rejse med historie.En: They walked together through the ruins, where she spoke of this place and her own journey with history.Da: Pludselig tog deres samtale en drejning, da de opdagede en gammel, næsten glemt artefakt halv begravet i sneen. En lille bronzefigur, der glimrede svagt.En: Suddenly, their conversation took a turn when they discovered an old, almost forgotten artifact half-buried in the snow—a small bronze figure, faintly glimmering.Da: Deres øjne mødtes over den delte opdagelse, og begge smilede spontant.En: Their eyes met over the shared discovery, and both smiled spontaneously.Da: Det var som om denne enkelhed af fortidens fragment var en bro mellem deres verdener.En: It was as if this simple fragment of the past was a bridge between their worlds.Da: Sammen undersøgte de figuren.En: Together, they examined the figure.Da: Det var mere end en genstand - det var et vidnesbyrd om menneskers fortællinger.En: It was more than an object—it was a testament to human stories.Da: Lars følte sit hjerte lette.En: Lars felt his heart lighten.Da: Da dagen sluttede, gik Lars videre med en ny gnist af inspiration.En: As the day ended, Lars moved forward with a new spark of inspiration.Da: Frejas sande passion havde vækket noget i ham.En: Freja's true passion had awakened something in him.Da: Han vidste nu, at hans næste hovedperson skulle have Frejas ild.En: He now knew that his next main character should have Freja's fire.Da: Og Freja selv?En: And Freja herself?Da: Hun endte med en bekræftelse i sin viden - hun behøvede ikke tvivle længere.En: She ended with a reassurance in her knowledge—she no longer needed to doubt.Da: De gik derfra, begge forandrede, begge med noget mere end da dagen begyndte.En: They left, both changed, both with more than they had at the beginning of the day. Vocabulary Words:drifting: dryssendeancient: gamlepanorama: panoramacreaked: knirkededepths: dybderinspiration: inspirationfragments: brudstykkertranscribe: havnetour guide: turguidegrandeur: storhedunease: uroskepticism: skepsisinner connection: indre forbindelseeager: ivrigjourney: rejseartifact: artefaktbronze: bronzefigurglimmering: glimredeshared: deltediscovery: opdagelseexamine: undersøgtetestament: vidnesbyrdspontaneously: spontantspark: gnistfire: ildreassurance: bekræftelseknowledge: videnlighten: lettedispersed: spredtespassion: passion

Join Justin as he chats with actor Magnus Bruun about becoming Eivor in Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, the importance of fiction, growing up in Scandinavia, and more!Link to purchase my new supernatural horror novelette NO PERPETUAL CARE:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G5438774Magnus Bruun bio:“Magnus Bruun is a Danish actor known for a variety of roles across film and television, most recognized for his portrayal of Cnut in The Last Kingdom and Eivor in Assassins Creed: Valhalla (where he provides the lead male voice, and mo-cap for all iterations of the character). Though accumulating an impressive portfolio of roles since 2007, it is safe to say that Bruun's calling revealed itself in when he took on the role of Cnut in the historical fiction television series, The Last Kingdom. With his striking Viking-like appearance and Danish as his mother tongue, Bruun has embodied the character both physically and mentally. Bruun's filmography also includes productions such as When The Dust Settles, Sprinter Galore, Land of Mine and Gaelden. In 2020, Bruun became a fan favourite amongst Assassins Creed fans when it was revealed he voiced the male lead, Eivor, as well as providing mo-cap for the role in Assassins Creed: Valhalla.”Intro and outro theme created by Wyrm. Support Wyrm by visiting the Serpents Sword Records bandcamp page (linked below):https://serpentsswordrecords.bandcamp.com/Monsters, Madness and Magic Official Website. Monsters, Madness and Magic on Linktree.Monsters, Madness and Magic on Instagram.Monsters, Madness and Magic on Facebook.Monsters, Madness and Magic on Twitter.

In the second of a multi-part series, I talk about how I'm stealing from history to make Almsfjord different, and I ask about how I should continue the series.Promised Links:- The Trelleborg ring fort: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_ring_fortress- The 20 Questions: https://jrients.blogspot.com/2011/04/twenty-quick-questions-for-your.html- Riley's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diegetic-advancement/id1720667088Share your thoughts via:

It's a brand-new year and a brand-new episode of The Podcastaways—and we're kicking off 2026 by laying down the unwritten rules of cruise etiquette that everyone should know… but many clearly don't.Trevor and Thomas dive into the dos and don'ts of life at sea, from chair hogging and elevator chaos to teen curfews, adults-only areas, buffet behavior, and why ship time is not a suggestion. We also break down Carnival's stricter enforcement of the 1 a.m. curfew for under-18 cruisers, debate whether lifetime bans are too harsh, and talk about cruise lines like Oceania and Viking going fully adults-only.Along the way, expect real cruise stories, pet peeves, questionable passenger behavior, a little AI chaos, and plenty of laughs—because if you're going to cruise, you might as well do it without becoming that person everyone complains about.Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned Platinum pro, this episode might save your vacation—or at least keep you from getting side-eyed on the Lido deck.

As far as we are concerned, a book entitled "Crusader Criminals: The Knights Who Went Rogue in the Holy Land," is, obviously, a book to read. To our joy, that book is informed, and readable, and full of Things We Did Not Know. And to our further joy, the author, Steve Tibble, who came to talk to us for this episode, is engaging, deeply informed, and kind hearted, and, of course, full of Things We Did Not Know. In our conversation, we discuss, among other things, the mafia that the Frankish prisoners of war ran in Cairo; the Viking crusade, which involved killing lions in North Africa; the state of the Pilgrim Road that civilian Europeans were using to reach the Holy Land, which had so many slaughtered pilgrims lying on the side of the road that it lead to the Templars getting involved; and the European method of getting rid of outlaws, which was to make them into crusaders. There is yet another saintly pirate, as well, I think our third so far.  In our talk and in this book, Steve focuses on the violence that was the foundation of the Crusades -- on all sides -- but also gives his overarching view of the way the Crusades were a result not just of clashing religions, but of climate change and the conflicts between nomadic and sedentary societies.  Oh, and by the way, we all agree that it's really a shame that Cormac McCarthy didn't become an historian of the Crusades.  And that there are a lot of potential historical novels and movies wandering around in this book.  (Link to Steve's website, and information on his books, are in the Show Notes.)

The “iPS New Year's 2026” broadcast, recorded on December 31, 2025, serves as both a retrospective of the “systemic fakery” of 2025 and a strategic roadmap for the “Off-World Stage” community in 2026. The host characterizes the current era as a “soft totalitarianism” where history is manufactured and performed for a “visually illiterate” public.List of Topics2025 PSYOP Retrospective:The Drone Panic: A January “gullibility test” where mysterious sightings in New Jersey were dismissed as airplanes and the planet Venus.The Charlie Kirk “Death” Event: Analyzed as a staged psychological operation with “hoax indicators,” including the “death tent” at America Fest and the subsequent “necromancy” in evangelical churches.Psycho Stew vs. Raja Jackson: A “kayfabe” body slam event that was racialized by influencers to stoke tension.The Stabbing of Austin Metcalfe: Linked to the movie Sinners and described as an attempt to create a “white Trayvon Martin”.School Shooting Archetypes: A discussion on how shooters are now portrayed as “left-wing” or “satanic nazi trans witches” to target specific demographics.Dick Cheney's Death: Described as a “Viking funeral” coded with 9/11 references (e.g., dying on the anniversary of the One World Trade Tower opening).Media Theory and the “Meta Script”:Predictive Programming: The use of films like Oppenheimer, Fallout, and Dune to saturate the zeitgeist before real-world events.“Off-World Stage” Perspective: A framework independent of the “media duopoly” (mainstream and alternative) that seeks to deconstruct the “collective Truman Show”.Religion as Government: The view that mainstream religion is a “branch of government” used for “mind control” and to keep the “soul” compartmentalized from psychology.2026 Objectives:The Great Deconstruction: A planned project to create a 100-year timeline of staged history from 1926 to 2026.Publishing and Networking: Production of the iPS tabloid, short eBooks on world stage actors (like Elon Musk), and the expansion of PSYOP trading cards.Technological Shifts: Leveraging AI agents for “press releases” and the potential reboot of the parody cartoon “South Pole”.2026 Predictions:Expected “fake” events include nuclear/EMP threats, elite bunker narratives, blackouts, and a “fake alien invasion” connected to upcoming films.5 Key Quotes“My one resolution... for new year's eve is to no longer tolerate bad conspiracy theories that are actually mislabeled as even theories... it all comes down to religion.”“2026 is going to be fake AF. Every single psyop we are going to experience in the next year is already planned already scheduled it's on a program that we're not privy to...”“If you're scared, you lost. That's the game. If you're scared, you lost. ... Fear is the mind killer.”“They are not mad they are trained to believe not to know belief can be manipulated but knowledge is dangerous...”“We are fomenting a culture of disbelief on purpose. And believers, it's not that they're not welcome here, but they don't have a place here.”Understanding the “Off-World Stage” perspective is like learning to see the projector beam in a dark movie theater; once you stop focusing on the film's plot and notice the machine behind it, the “story” loses its power to frighten or control you.

On this week's "Best of The Literary Life Podcast" episode, host Angelina Stanford is joined by friends and fellow readers Cindy Rollins, Emily Raible, and Jone Rose to discuss how to deal with overwhelm with your literary life. Angelina opens the conversation with the acknowledgment that everyone has moments when they feel overwhelmed by the amount of things to read and to know. Jone talks about how she tries to avoid comparing herself and her reading life to that of others. Emily shares her eye-opening understanding after starting out discouraged about being "behind" in her self-education journey. Cindy talks about how she has seen the Enemy twist something that is a good gift and made it into a negative. Other encouraging and helpful ideas they discuss are the following: motivation of making connections, how to work up to more challenging books, protecting your brain and attention span, learning to enjoy the feast, and continuing the literary life for the long haul. Don't forget to check out this coming year's annual Literary Life Online Conference, happening January 23-30, 2026, "The Letter Killeth, but the Spirit Quickeneth: Reading Like a Human". Our speakers will be Dr. Jason Baxter, Jenn Rogers, Dr. Anne Phillips, and, of course, Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks. Finally, you can also sign up now for upcoming classes such as Dr. Michael Drought's "Viking and Old Norse Culture." For full show notes, including quotes, book links, and this week's poem text, please visit https://theliterary.life/310. 

The kids call him Mac-A-Dac. It's Phil Mackey from the very popular Purple Daily Podcast. Phil joins The Gorgeous to discuss the Viking's quarterback situation - is it JJ McCarthy next season or somehow Joe Burrow? And does Kilby still want Aaron Rodgers? Kilby and Phil also talk about Harrison Smith and the chance he returns. Plus, Wolves Pride - a trade is looming. And...one of these guys is doing hot yoga. Bring a towel and let's sweat. Boom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 77, our host, Captain Ricky Wheeler, talks with Blaine Birch, the Captain of the 62' Viking "Taylor Jean" about their year in 2025 fishing in tournaments from FL, Bahamas, and up the East Coast up to New York. What they accomplished in top tournaments finishes consistently and winnings totaling over $700,000 is nothing short of impressive. Blaine gives us a look inside what their schedule was like, how they managed it well enough to continue to be on top in nearly every tournament, and how each tournament played out.To fish with our host, Captain Ricky Wheeler, on his 60' Sportfish EUPHORIA out of Atlantic City, NJ for Tuna, Marlin, Swordfish, Mahi June-November and Black Sea bass and Striped Bass November-December, go to: https://www.saltwatereuphoria.com/newjerseyfishingIf you would like our host, Ricky Wheeler, to help you sell your boat/yacht or help you with searching for and buying a boat/yacht, please email: RickyWheeler@UnitedYacht.comSaltwater Euphoria Podcast Sponsors:+Saltwater Euphoria - https://www.saltwatereuphoria.com/+Euphoria Sportfishing - https://www.euphoriasportfishing.com/For online fishing courses, go to our website Courses.SaltwaterEuphoria.comFollow the following on Instagram: CaptainRickyWheeler: @CaptainRickyWheeler Saltwater Euphoria: @SaltwaterEuphoria Euphoria Sportfishing: @EuphoriaSportfishingBlaine Birch: @BlaineBirchIf you like this podcast, please be sure to click that FOLLOW button and also spread the word by sharing this episode with your friends or whatever social channels you are on and/or leaving a great review.  We appreciate your support.

In this episode, host BT explores the depths of myth and the journey of self-discovery through the lens of Norse mythology, particularly focusing on Odin as the archetype of the seeker. He delves into the significance of sacrifice for wisdom, the confrontation with the shadow self, and the chaos represented by figures like Fenrir and Loki. The conversation culminates in the understanding of Ragnarok as a necessary breakdown for transformation and the emergence of a new self, inviting listeners to embrace their own mythic journey.

 VIKING AS ACTIVITY: THE NORSE EXPANSION WESTWARD Colleague Martyn Whittock. Whittock defines "Viking" as an activity of enterprise and raiding, not just an ethnicity. He explains that disruptions in the Islamic silver trade and population growth drove Norse expansion westward. This movement eventually reached the British Isles, Iceland, and Greenland, setting the stage for voyages to North America. NUMBER 1

FORGERIES, THE MAINE PENNY, AND ALT-RIGHT APPROPRIATION Colleague Martyn Whittock. Whittock dismisses American rune stones like the Kensington Stone as 19th-century forgeries made to claim land rights, though he accepts the "Maine Penny" as genuine evidence of trade. He concludes by warning against the modern "alt-right" appropriating Viking history to justify racial prejudice and white supremacy narratives. NUMBER 4

Minnesota Vikings 2025 season is OVER... Big changes coming soon; Where do the Vikings go from here after a disappointing season; Who is the most to blame for this Viking season; Plus, Vikings fans join the show to give their thoughts on the season and more on Vikings Vent Line.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The “iPS New Year's 2026” broadcast, recorded on December 31, 2025, serves as both a retrospective of the “systemic fakery” of 2025 and a strategic roadmap for the “Off-World Stage” community in 2026. The host characterizes the current era as a “soft totalitarianism” where history is manufactured and performed for a “visually illiterate” public.2025 PSYOP Retrospective:The Drone Panic: A January “gullibility test” where mysterious sightings in New Jersey were dismissed as airplanes and the planet Venus.The Charlie Kirk “Death” Event: Analyzed as a staged psychological operation with “hoax indicators,” including the “death tent” at America Fest and the subsequent “necromancy” in evangelical churches.Psycho Stew vs. Raja Jackson: A “kayfabe” body slam event that was racialized by influencers to stoke tension.The Stabbing of Austin Metcalfe: Linked to the movie Sinners and described as an attempt to create a “white Trayvon Martin”.School Shooting Archetypes: A discussion on how shooters are now portrayed as “left-wing” or “satanic nazi trans witches” to target specific demographics.Dick Cheney's Death: Described as a “Viking funeral” coded with 9/11 references (e.g., dying on the anniversary of the One World Trade Tower opening).Media Theory and the “Meta Script”:Predictive Programming: The use of films like Oppenheimer, Fallout, and Dune to saturate the zeitgeist before real-world events.“Off-World Stage” Perspective: A framework independent of the “media duopoly” (mainstream and alternative) that seeks to deconstruct the “collective Truman Show”.Religion as Government: The view that mainstream religion is a “branch of government” used for “mind control” and to keep the “soul” compartmentalized from psychology.2026 Objectives:The Great Deconstruction: A planned project to create a 100-year timeline of staged history from 1926 to 2026.Publishing and Networking: Production of the iPS tabloid, short eBooks on world stage actors (like Elon Musk), and the expansion of PSYOP trading cards.Technological Shifts: Leveraging AI agents for “press releases” and the potential reboot of the parody cartoon “South Pole”.2026 Predictions:Expected “fake” events include nuclear/EMP threats, elite bunker narratives, blackouts, and a “fake alien invasion” connected to upcoming films.“My one resolution... for new year's eve is to no longer tolerate bad conspiracy theories that are actually mislabeled as even theories... it all comes down to religion.”“2026 is going to be fake AF. Every single psyop we are going to experience in the next year is already planned already scheduled it's on a program that we're not privy to...”“If you're scared, you lost. That's the game. If you're scared, you lost. ... Fear is the mind killer.”“They are not mad they are trained to believe not to know belief can be manipulated but knowledge is dangerous...”“We are fomenting a culture of disbelief on purpose. And believers, it's not that they're not welcome here, but they don't have a place here.”Understanding the “Off-World Stage” perspective is like learning to see the projector beam in a dark movie theater; once you stop focusing on the film's plot and notice the machine behind it, the “story” loses its power to frighten or control you.List of Topics5 Key Quotes

In this New Year special episode, I'm delighted to sit down with my husband. We reflect on the challenges and highlights of 2025, including our memorable 'Weekend to Remember' event and the exciting premiere of the 'Grand Finale' film. We also discuss the personal joys and trials on the farm and in our gardens, and the impact of a very dry summer. Looking forward, we share our excitement for upcoming events in 2026, including the construction of the new garden pavilion, various celebrations, and our special Viking cruise. Highlights include our successful charity efforts, advancements in our gin business and the addition of our adorable new spaniel puppies. Here's to a happy and prosperous 2026 for everyone!00:00 Welcome and New Year Reflections00:26 Challenges of 202501:03 A Memorable Weekend to Remember03:32 The Grand Finale Premiere04:59 Racing Highlights and Future Plans06:20 Business and Farming Challenges08:57 Exciting Upcoming Events11:55 Highclere Castle Gin's Global Recognition12:57 New Additions and Future Projects16:33 Concluding Thoughts and New Year WishesYou can hear more episodes of Lady Carnarvon's Official Podcasts at https://www.ladycarnarvon.com/podcast/New episodes are published on the first day of every month.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: The Secret of the Missing Viking Ring: A Curator's Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-01-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det snødde lett over de smale brosteinsgatene i gamle Bergen.En: It was snowing lightly over the narrow cobbled streets of old Bergen.No: Museet, en perle fra en svunnen tid, lå innhyllet i vinterens stille tepper.En: The museum, a jewel from a bygone era, was enveloped in winter's silent blankets.No: Det var på nyttårsdagen at Lars, museets engasjerte kurator, oppdaget noe forferdelig.En: It was on New Year's Day that Lars, the museum's dedicated curator, discovered something terrible.No: En sjelden gjenstand var forsvunnet fra utstillingen.En: A rare artifact had disappeared from the exhibition.No: Denne gjenstanden, en vikingring med intrikate utskjæringer, var hjertet av museets samling.En: This artifact, a Viking ring with intricate carvings, was the heart of the museum's collection.No: Lars følte vekten av ansvaret tyngende på skuldrene sine.En: Lars felt the weight of responsibility pressing on his shoulders.No: Hvis nyheten spredte seg, kunne museets rykte bli skadet.En: If the news spread, the museum's reputation could be damaged.No: Han trengte hjelp, men hvem kunne han stole på?En: He needed help, but whom could he trust?No: Ingrid, en lokal historiker, var på museet den dagen.En: Ingrid, a local historian, was at the museum that day.No: Hun hadde øye for detaljer og var en god venn.En: She had an eye for detail and was a good friend.No: Hun arbeidet jevnlig med artikler om historie, alltid på jakt etter en sjelden historie som kunne gi henne et gjennombrudd.En: She worked regularly on historical articles, always on the lookout for a rare story that could give her a breakthrough.No: Lars og Ingrid gikk forsiktig gjennom museets dunkle rom, deres pust skapte små skyer av dugg i den kjølige luften.En: Lars and Ingrid carefully walked through the museum's dim rooms, their breaths creating small clouds of mist in the chilly air.No: "Ingrid," begynte Lars nølende, "jeg trenger din hjelp, men dette må forbli mellom oss.En: "Ingrid," began Lars hesitantly, "I need your help, but this must remain between us."No: "Ingrid nikket.En: Ingrid nodded.No: "Selvfølgelig, Lars.En: "Of course, Lars.No: Jeg vil virkelig gjerne hjelpe.En: I'd really like to help."No: "De søkte gjennom utstillingene og kontrollerte hver eneste hylle, hver eneste avkrok.En: They searched through the exhibitions and checked every shelf, every nook and cranny.No: Detektivarbeidet førte dem til arkivrommet.En: The detective work led them to the archive room.No: En stor, støvete bokhylleseksjon fanget Ingrids oppmerksomhet.En: A large, dusty bookshelf section caught Ingrid's attention.No: Hun studerte en liste med notater i hånden, sammenlignet med etikettene på hyllene.En: She studied a list of notes in her hand, comparing it with the labels on the shelves.No: "Se her," sa hun med et glimt i øyet.En: "Look here," she said with a gleam in her eye.No: "Dette nummeret matcher ikke.En: "This number doesn't match."No: "Lars trådte nærmere.En: Lars stepped closer.No: De oppdaget at vikingeringsgjenstanden hadde blitt feilaktig arkivert.En: They discovered that the Viking ring artifact had been mistakenly archived.No: En enkel feil, men med store konsekvenser hvis den hadde blitt kjent.En: A simple error, but with significant consequences if it had become known.No: Lars pustet lettet ut: "Hvordan skal vi fortelle dette uten å avsløre rotet?En: Lars sighed with relief: "How should we tell this without revealing the mess?"No: "Ingrid tenkte raskt.En: Ingrid thought quickly.No: "Dette kan fremheve museets arbeid i å sikre at hver gjenstand blir riktig ivaretatt.En: "This can highlight the museum's work in ensuring every artifact is properly taken care of.No: Det er en positiv vinkel.En: It's a positive angle."No: "De ble enige om å fokusere på det positive aspektet ved funnet.En: They agreed to focus on the positive aspect of the discovery.No: Ingrid skrev en artikkel som fremhevet museets engasjement i bevaring og nyoppdagelse.En: Ingrid wrote an article that highlighted the museum's commitment to preservation and rediscovery.No: De presenterte historien med stolthet, og museets rykte forble intakt.En: They presented the story with pride, and the museum's reputation remained intact.No: Lars lærte viktigheten av samarbeid og betydningen av å balansere sitt intense fokus på arbeid med menneskelige relasjoner.En: Lars learned the importance of collaboration and the significance of balancing his intense focus on work with human relationships.No: Ingrid innså at hun kunne forfølge karrieren sin på en måte som respekterte integritet og ansvar.En: Ingrid realized she could pursue her career in a way that respected integrity and responsibility.No: Snøen falt fortsatt mykt idet de forlot museet.En: The snow was still falling softly as they left the museum.No: Nyttårsdagen brakte ikke bare et nytt år, men en ny forståelse mellom to venner, og en historie deres by kunne være stolt av.En: New Year's Day brought not only a new year but a new understanding between two friends, and a story their city could be proud of. 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Dead Funny History: Emma of Normandy. Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fascinating journey through the life of Emma of Normandy - twice Queen of England, mother of kings, and the medieval Kris Jenner of royal politics.This episode of Dead Funny History is packed with jokes, sketches and sound effects that bring the past to life for families and Key Stage 2 learners. Emma's story is full of twists, betrayals and Viking invasions. Born in Normandy around 985 CE, she married King Aethelred the Unready at just 17, became queen, and had three children including future king Edward the Confessor.But when the Vikings invaded, Emma fled to France, only to return and marry the new Viking king, Cnut. That made her queen again, while Cnut was still married to someone else. Cue royal drama, competitive parenting, and a lot of people named Ælfgifu.Emma's life was a whirlwind of political alliances, family feuds and strategic marriages. She was exiled, had her treasures stolen, and saw her children fight for the throne. She even spread rumours to undermine her stepson Harold Harefoot, and helped her favourite son Harthacnut become king - only for him to dig up his half-brother's body and throw it in a swamp.Expect parodies, sketch comedy, and a quiz to test what you've learned. It's history with heart, humour and high production value. Perfect for curious kids, families, and fans of You're Dead To Me.Written by Gabby Hutchinson Crouch, Athena Kugblenu and Dr Emma Nagouse Host: Greg Jenner Performers: Mali Ann Rees and John-Luke Roberts Producer: Dr Emma Nagouse Associate Producer: Gabby Hutchinson Crouch Audio Producer: Emma Weatherill Script Consultant: Professor Elizabeth Tyler Production Coordinator: Liz Tuohy Production Manager: Jo Kyle Sound Designer: Peregrine AndrewsA BBC Studios Production

In this episode, we explore one of the most extraordinary eyewitness accounts of the Viking Age, written by the 10th-century Arab traveler Ibn Fadlan. Best known today through the movie "The 13th Warrior", Ibn Fadlan was a real historical figure who encountered Viking merchants along the Volga River in 922 AD.Together with our guest, we break down what Ibn Fadlan actually saw, what he was told, and where later interpretations may have gone too far. We examine the infamous ship cremation funeral, the role of the so-called “Angel of Death,” the question of human sacrifice, and how much of this account reflects Viking-Age Scandinavia versus the culture shaped by trade, migration, and local traditions among the Rus and other Scandinavians encountered in the east.We also discuss how Arabic and Persian sources differ from European ones, why these texts have been underused in Viking studies, and what they reveal about violence, belief, and identity in the Viking world, without romanticizing or sanitizing the past.Subscribe to stay updated! Also available on all platforms where podcasts are found, such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Find all the links in our linktree: https://linktr.ee/grimfrost

On the last episode of All Songs Considered for 2025, NPR Music producer Lars Gotrich takes host Robin Hilton through an exceptional year in guitar music. From Gwenifer Raymond's beautiful and brash fingerstyle to Rafael Toral's stretched-out jazz standards, not to mention William Tyler's glitched hymns and Vernon Reid's ecstatic shred, there's so much diversity to be found in six strings.Featured songs and artists: • Gwenifer Raymond: "Bleak Night in Rabbit's Wood," from 'Last Night I Heard the Dog Star Bark'• Hayden Pedigo: "Houndstooth," from 'I'll Be Waving As You Drive Away'• TAKAAT: "Isghmar," from 'Is Noise, Vol. 1'• Rafael Toral: "You Don't Know What Love Is," from 'Traveling Light'• Laura Snowden: "This Changing Sky," from 'This Changing Sky'• Madala Kunene & Sibusile Xaba: "Wemfana," from 'kwaNTU'• William Tyler: "Star of Hope," from 'Time Indefinite'• Jorge Espinal: "ají de pollería," from 'Bombos y Cencerros'• Vernon Reid: "Meditation on the Last Time I Saw Arthur Rhames," from 'Hoodoo Telemetry'Want more? See the full Viking's Choice list for the best guitar music of 2025.Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.orgLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

For this final episode of the 2025 season on The Literary Life Podcast, we bring you a special year-end conversation with Angelina Stanford, Cindy Rollins, and Thomas Banks all about their year in reading. Thomas talks about how most of his reading was tied to classes he taught. Cindy and Angelina talk about the reasons they didn't read as many books as they usually do in a year. They share some of their favorite non-fiction reads of the year, books that surprised them, and fiction highlights. In the course of the conversation, our hosts also make several points about reading in the literary tradition and avoiding public judgment of other people's choices in books. The House of Humane Letters Christmas sale is still on! Head over to the website to peruse the discounted webinars and mini-classes on sale, already discounted, no coupon code needed. Don't forget to check out this coming year's annual Literary Life Online Conference, happening January 23-30, 2026, "The Letter Killeth, but the Spirit Quickeneth: Reading Like a Human". Our speakers will be Dr. Jason Baxter, Jenn Rogers, Dr. Anne Phillips, and, of course, Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks. Finally, you can also sign up now for upcoming classes like "Abiding in the Fields: Spenser, Milton, and the Pastoral Poetic Tradition" taught by Dr. Anne Phillips, or Dr. Michael Drought's "Viking and Old Norse Culture." To check out the full show notes for this episode, including all the books referenced, please visit https://theliterary.life/309. 

Thanks for watching the Harland Highway. This week is sponsored by Ridge!-Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off by going tohttps://www.Ridge.com/[HARLAND] #Ridgepod More Harland Williams: Harland Highway Podcast Video: https://www.youtube.com/c/HarlandHighwayPodcast Harland Highway Podcast Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-harland-highway/id321980603 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harlandwilliams Harbling Shirts: https://www.harbling.com Official Website: https://www.harlandwilliams.com Twitter :https://twitter.com/harlandhighway?lang=enMore Kirk Fox:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foxkirk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirkfoxX: https://x.com/kirkfox?lang=en #podcast #harlandwilliams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ArsTechnica's Stephen Clark brings us the latest headlines from the Space industry. Why one NFL lineman's game streak still doesn't match up to a Viking legend. Plus, headlines from the final Monday of 2025.

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What do we know for certain about Old Norse ideas about masculinity and femininity, and can Viking Age mythology provide any answers? In conversation with James Osborne, Dr Jackson Crawford discusses the second edition of his translation of the Poetic Edda, and explores what can still be learned from the collection of Old Norse narrative poems that forms the foundation of our understanding of Viking mythology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do animals mean to us? Naomi Alderman explores how animals shape human understanding, from ancient burial rites to modern science.The psychologist Justin Gregg specialises in dolphin social cognition. He introduces his new book, Humanish, a witty and provocative look at anthropomorphism — our habit of seeing human traits in animals, objects and machines — and how it helps us make sense of the world and increases empathy.Peter Fretwell is a leading scientist at the British Antarctic Survey, and author of The Penguin Book of Penguins. He celebrates the charm and complexity of penguins, from their evolutionary quirks to their cultural symbolism, alongside the threats they face today.Marianne Hem Eriksen is Professor of Viking Studies at the National Museum of Denmark and part of the BBC / Arts and Humanities Research Council scheme of New Generation Thinkers. She draws on archaeological evidence to show how Viking societies had a complex relationship with animals, seeing them not just as pets or food, but as extensions of human identity and mythology.Producer: Katy Hickman Assistant Producer: Natalia Fernandez

In this bonus episode, I share with you a Guru Viking remix video created by Zakery Mizell from the Youtube channel Zakery Mizell. Zakery's channel focuses on knowledge and beauty and he has made several videos commenting on and even remixing episodes of the Guru Viking podcast. When I came across his remixes, I enjoyed his approach very much and we agreed to share his work here. In this video, Zakery records a five hour livestream sharing his perspectives on various Guru Viking poetry episodes. I will also share another of his Guru Viking videos in which Zakery remixes my poetry interviews with poets John Brehm and Henry Shukman, rearranging the material and adding his own visual effects to create a new interpretation of that episode. So look out for that video on the Guru Viking channel too. Find out more about Zakery: - https://www.youtube.com/@ZakeryMizell Watch the original Guru Viking episodes used in Zakery's videos: - https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep274-poetry-the-sacred-henry-shukman-john-brehm - https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep230-the-dharma-of-poetry-john-brehm For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

This episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Greg Ohnemus and Phil Schechinger from Viking! We discuss the new Viking VGS and review the fittings, discuss the development process, and the impact that being a complete manufacturer makes on the industry. Enjoy!

If the word “Viking” conjures for you a braided warrior raiding a village in the north of Europe, you're not exactly wrong. But there's a lot more to the story.

Philip Bump, MSNOW contributor, author of the How to Read this Chart newsletter and the author of The Aftermath: The Last Days of the Baby Boom and the Future of Power in America (Viking, 2023), talks about the latest national political news, including the release of the Epstein files, divisions in the GOP and more.

Long before Dickens penned A Christmas Carol, our ancestors gathered around midwinter fires to tell tales of spirits and monsters lurking in the darkness. Tonight, we explore why Christmas and ghost stories have been intertwined for thousands of years — then share true accounts that prove the tradition is very much alive. #HolidayHorrorsIN THIS EPISODE: Earlier this month I shared some true reports of people seeing Kris Kringle – or what appeared to be Kris Kringle – in real life. But there are many more of those strange sightings to share! (More Real Santa Sightings) *** Christmas has been celebrated for centuries, and gift-giving has been around in America since well before the Civil War. But how we celebrate and what we give changes depending on the time. We'll take a look at what Christmas was like for American pioneers in the 1800s. (Christmas in The Old West) *** At a Christmas party the revelers heard a horrifying scream from outside. They rushed out to hear the screams were coming from the sky, at least above the rooftops. But how could that be? It was then that they learned Oliver Lerch had disappeared – never to be seen again. (The Christmas Disappearance of Oliver Lerch) *** Nothing says Christmas like a poisonous weed! Well… you explain mistletoe! We'll look at why we're supposed to kiss under this deadly plant during the holidays. (A Kiss Under the Mistletoe) *** A horrible fire breaks out at an Oklahoma school during the holidays of 1924 – and the ghosts of the children still linger at the site. (Ghosts of the Babbs Switch School Christmas Fire) *** You might be celebrating Christmas like a viking and not even realize it. From the holiday ham to the evergreen in your living room, we'll look at how the pagan celebration of Yule influenced modern Christmas traditions. (How To Celebrate Christmas Like a Viking) *** Kids in America anxiously await the arrival of Santa Claus bounding down the chimney with gifts and candy for the good little boys and girls. But that's America. What comes down the chimney of Irish and Scottish kids may not be so jolly, plump, and loving. Some Gaelic children have to watch out for the Bodach. (Beware the Bodach at Christmas) *** It's something we're trying to revive here on Weird Darkness… the lost tradition of telling ghost stories at Christmas. (The Lost Tradition of Telling Ghost Stories) *** (Originally aired December 16, 2021)SOURCES AND ESSENTIAL WEB LINKS…“The Lost Tradition of Christmas Ghost Stories” from Conspiracy Journal: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/36dxj4kt, Sally O'Reilly for Ancient Pages: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2mfh29mk, YourGhostStories.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p93r34c, LiveAbout.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/539cmfv6“The Christmas Disappearance of Oliver Lerch” from AnomalyInfo.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/59t2mysv“How To Celebrate Christmas Like a Viking” by Morgan Dunn for All That's Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p88mev7“More Real Santa Sightings” by Rob Schwarz for Stranger Dimensions: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yvdt2ww6“Ghosts of the Babbs Switch School Christmas Fire” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/dnmhehha“Beware the Bodach at Christmas” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p85afxx“Christmas in The Old West” by Kathy Weiser for Legends of America: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bddzbyfk“A Kiss Under the Mistletoe” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2jv3u98aVisit our Sponsors & Friends: https://weirddarkness.com/sponsorsJoin the Weird Darkness Syndicate: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateAdvertise in the Weird Darkness podcast or syndicated radio show: https://weirddarkness.com/advertise= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. 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Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness #ChristmasGhostStories #TrueScaryStories #HolidayHorror #VictorianGhostStories #ParanormalStories #YuletideHorror #GhostStories #ChristmasTradition #HauntedChristmas