The History of Vikings

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A podcast featuring scholarly discussions about Vikings, Norse myth, & the history of medieval Scandinavia. Hosted by Noah Tetzner.Follow The History of Vikings on Twitter: @HistoryofVikingEmail Noah with ideas for future episodes: noah@thehistoryofvikings.com

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  • Odinsson22
    The History of Vikings
    Keep doing what you do! 👍🏻⚔️ I absolutely love this podcast! Most podcasts that I have listened to that explore the Viking world/history , or Norse Mythology in general, are very longwinded or self promoting! This podcast explores the subject matter in a concise, thorough and entertaining fashion that keeps the listener engaged! My only gripe is I wish this podcast would drop new content more frequently! Go With The Gods!
  • wwg1wga76
    Awesome information for Norse lovers!
    Love this show!! So glad to see new episodes!!!!
  • CSD Vermont
    Listener
    Fantastic podcast! Keep up the good work
  • AKom47
    Great listen!
    The episode with Dr. Tom Shippey was a fantastic insight into Viking history, Beowulf and Tolkien. Keep up the great work!
  • lamehhhhhhhhh
    If Vikings had a late Igor show
    This is not your average run of the mill info dump podcast. This man brings you real people how work in the field or have a great understanding of the time the Vikings influenced the world. Be ready for some great interviews and sometimes a different way of looking at that time period. I’ve greatly enjoyed this show and you will too.
  • H@m J@m
    Love it
    Keep going Noah I love all of the information that you give about history and Vikings
  • Heavysigh
    What’d they say?
    I’ve only started listening so naturally I started with the fist episode. Good content and dialogue but I hope the editing gets better because the sometimes the guest’s answers I’ve leaps the host’s question making the conversation very difficult to follow for a few seconds.
  • Joebernoli
    Very engaging and informational
    I'm new to this podcast but so fast it's been very interesting. The guests are very learned and forthcoming and seem to be enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge. However, I have found that towards the end of the first two podcasts Noah asks a question to the guest and their response to the question starts playing over the top of Noah's question before it has been asked. I'm guessing this is an editing issue but it is noticeable.
  • hayden15
    Good format and informative guests
    I have just started listening to this show. The format is great, many highly regarded guests came on, which is not common among many history shows. The only suggestion is I wish the host could condense his questions which tend to be multiple and often mean the same thing.
  • Oxyacetylene
    Vickings
    Great pod cast
  • Michael.Sparkman
    Highly recommended!
    I’ve had a long interesting in the history and culture of the Vikings and, while there are some very good podcasts on the subject, this is definitely one of the best. Every episode is a wonderful discussion about an aspect of Viking history. The host is knowledgeable and conducts wonderful, perfectly structured interviews with experts. If anyone asks me what Viking podcast they should listen to, this is the one!
  • awesomexblossom
    Subscribe to this podcast!
    A very well put together show- interesting subject matter, fantastic guests and a lovely host. I am learning so much and look forward to learning more!
  • Comic fan42
    Fascinating!
    I am a new listener and very happy to have found this fascinating podcast. I’m really looking forward to catching up!
  • Valfodur
    Odin owns ye all!
    Hi all! This is an amazing show, so in-depth, such a variety of guests and subjects. Noah is highly passionate and consistent with episodes. I’ve been binging this while hitting the gym, helping to bring out my inner Viking. Keep crushing it Noah!
  • fhlajfdlasl
    Educational & entertaining
    Great blend of educational information & fun. I enjoy the way the episodes are formatted. Recommend!
  • howthebl--p
    Very informative!!
    Loved learning more about Vikings. Highly recommend!
  • HispanicFemale28
    Great Podcast!
    The only concerns I have are voice overlapping (either people like to talk over you or there’s a glitch in Spotify.) The other concern is figuring out chronological order of episodes/Vikings timeline for new listeners. Thank You For Your Dedication To Keeping History Alive! Much Love♥️
  • mmhart23
    Fantastic!
    I love how in depth the explanations are into some of my favorite stories. I’ve always felt a kinship with Norther Europe so I like to absorb any bit of history I can get my hands on.
  • EliteKoala
    Awesome
    This show is perfect for me. Ive just gained interest in vikings thanks to the show vikings. And this pod gives me a great history lesson on life back then and also a good perception on myth and facts
  • Sargeant Beserker
    New Listener
    I am new to Podcast, this is actually the first series that I’ve listened too and I’m loving it. I don’t know any other Viking enthusiasts so I’m enjoying the conversations. Thanks so much and keep up the great work. Jason
  • JD000000000000000
    Great escape, very informative
    Very interesting, historically accurate. Interesting guest speakers.
  • Drox1987
    Awesome Podcast On The Party Train To Valhalla!
    I love listening to this show. I am a life long history fanatic, and absolutely adore the Era of Viking, one of the most misunderstood and often blatantly capitalized eras of human history. The guests are engaging, the conversations are enlightening, and I love how this show shines a light on this very interesting, complex, and impactful time. You have done Odin proud and Valkyries shall guide you to his halls!
  • WillviciousMyrtleBeach
    Excellent podcast!
    I learn something new every show. Always a good time. Great host!
  • KTandOti
    Buckle up for a great time!
    Hoist the sails and be ready to be swept away in the gloriousness of Vikings. Really enjoyed Njals Saga episode. Noah so naturally takes us through all the tantalising details. Subscribe and listen now!
  • Supers912
    Engaging interviews, interesting subject
    Wow. I sure am glad I finally checked this out. Noah is a thoughtful and engaging interviewer who sits down with a different expert in the history of the Vikings each episode. So get your skull cup and ready the sails, because the History of the Vikings is going to transport you right into the past!
  • User24579
    I’m Obsessed
    Love this podcast as well as the other podcasts and YouTube channels it has lead me to! I’ve been obsessed with Viking history since I was a little kid so this really gets me excited! I’m a graduate student currently studying history so it’s wonderful to have a podcast that myth-busts without putting down any media that gets people interested in history. It’s a great way to go about history and keeping people interested in learning about the past 🙌🏻
  • MythicalPodcast
    Fascinating Vikings!
    Vikings have always interest me, and this show does a great job of keeping the topic interesting while giving lots of well researched material. I appreciate that the host dives right in to the subject of the episode and doesn’t talk over his guests—letting them fully articulate their information. Make sure to put them on your listening list!
  • Tedit
    Noah digs Vikings with a smile!!!
    What a great archeology interview with Sarah Maltby at the Jorvik Viking Centre. It’s amazing when you can hear the love and passion for a subject in a persons voice. This is doubled when the interviewer humbly shows his expertise and excitement too! I wish I could go to the JORVIK Viking Festival in February 2019 (I'm going to check out Stories from WWII next!)
  • Teacher of 27 years
    Fun podcast
    This podcast is fun! Noah provides information through his guests but he also has authors on who explain and describe their books. He interviews people in the field. I love the myths discussions. Fun and informational podcast.
  • PridnerParfait
    Pridner
    The host does a great job to make the podcast informative and interesting! Interviewing guests also provides different perspectives of the history. Highly recommend it if you want to know more about the vikings!
  • DGStravels
    Awesome Viking Podcast!
    I just discovered this podcast a couple weeks ago and I’ve been binge listening since. I’m a history lover and this podcast rivals the giants in this genre that I’ve been listening to for years. Keep up the good work, the History of Vikings is a pleasure to listen to.
  • BassCaster Bros.
    Informative Viking Podcast
    I've been subscribed to this podcast for a few months now and have listened to every episode! Noah does a great job interviewing quality guests and providing interesting content about all aspects of Viking life and history. I learn a lot from the interesting questions and deep discussions. Audio quaility is great so you can listen to this podcast even in a noisy environment. Keep up the great podcast Noah!
  • MaryRose1920
    Head and Shoulders Above Other Vikings Podcasts
    This podcast really shows history podcasts how it’s done, it’s fascinating and well researched and breathes new life into the Viking world. Their stories, myths, and history really come alive in this show. If you only have time for one Vikings podcast, this is the one!
  • someuniquenicknametopostreview
    Fantastic Interview!
    Just listened to the latest episode with the interview of Dr. Luke John Murphy and found it incredibly interesting to learn a lot more behind the scenes of what we currently know about Norse Mythology. Looking forward to delving further into this podcast!
  • GoPostalPodcast
    VIKINGS ARE AMAZING! So is Noah's History
    This podcast is nothing short of epic. It is very well researched with fantastic interviews with experts. I feel like I'm listening to something worthy of the BBC. Keep up the great work, can't wait to hear what you come up with next!
  • isledawg
    I really enjoy this.
    This podcast really opens up the world of Vikings along a bevy of different topics. The guest are really knowledgeable and I enjoy the various topics of discussion. Keep it up Noah.
  • LuDeTu
    Diving deep into the history of the vikings!
    This is a fascinating podcast that dives deep into viking history in a way that's both educational and entertaining. Great host, great content, and great stories. I'm hooked!
  • GlenThinksStuff
    Awesome Pod
    If your interested in Vikings, this pods for you! Noah is a great story teller! Listen in and subscribe now!!!! 5 stars is insufficient!
  • J2 brew
    Well crafted
    Top notch guests, great audio quality and the host has real skill.
  • The Mycenaean
    Interesting Podcast
    It is nice to listen to an podcast on the history of the Vikings that is based on historical facts, not cultural stereotypes. Like most peoples the Vikings had a complex society. Their history was written by the Europeans who were the subject of the raids, so these biased accounts have colored our understanding of them. Thank you for giving a realistic and factual account of them.
  • _wolf359
    Outstanding podcast!
    I've listened to some of the other Viking podcasts out there and they all pale in comparison to this one! Noah is an outstanding host and features great guests and topics. Keep up the great work and can't wait for me! Skal!
  • CMTUHistory
    Excellent Podcast of Viking History and Culture
    This is quickly becoming one of my favorite history podcasts. The History of Vikings is a fascinating and very well-produced show. The host, who I think is a medievalist himself, follows an interview format, which I especially like. Guests in the episodes I've listened to have been academic scholars on the Viking Age, fictions authors who write on the topic, and noteworthy figures involved in Viking pop culture today. I think one of the strengths of the show is that it branches out into popular culture (for example an interview with Medieval Warfare Magazine) and addresses how we remember the Vikings because let's just be honest....Vikings are just cool!
  • Datonecoolkidnate
    New listener
    I just found your podcast and you do an amazing job telling the Vikings story. I hope learn much about them!!
  • The Outlandish Historians
    Seriously loving this fantastic history podcast!
    Noah takes a magnifying glass to a people who have been stereotyped as little more than raiders wearing horned helmets when really their history is rich with all the nuances that make up a complex society. This podcast is well researched, really easy to listen to, and covers a wide range of fascinating topics from where the term “Viking” actually comes from to shieldmaidens and the roles women played in Viking society. A lot of the episodes feature experts in the field, which adds even more depth to the already distinguished podcast Noah has produced. We’re constantly learning something new with each episode, and we can’t get enough! We definitely recommend this podcast to anyone interested in Vikings or history in general.
  • AllonsyAllezVien
    A great history podcast!
    Growing up, I was always intrigued by Vikings and Norse mythology. I love how Noah breaks it all down and puts in so much work into each episode. You can tell that there is a lot of passion behind the storytelling! Fantastic job!
  • MankiwFC
    Love the interviews!
    It's THE podcast to learn about Viking history from multiple perspectives: culture, politics, traditions, religion... And Noah also makes good interviews, the interview with Daniel Bolelli was super interesting for a new podcaster like me!
  • riley from The Plunge
    Informational and a great listen
    A solid podcast with great quality and a lot of fun but really amazing historical facts and stories. Learn something new today with the history of Vikings!
  • Felecia Massey0524
    Review
    Well done interview based podcast. Wished it was more timeline based but still very good.
  • Darkredash
    God of war
    Thanks got into the podcast from god ow war your doing an awesome job. Thanks for the podcast
  • JD Sutter
    Fascinating Show
    Great audio quality, interesting discussions, knowledgeable guests; this show is great! The host knows his topic well and is great at guiding the conversation of the guests to bring out the most pertinent tidbits of information. If you are at all interested in vikings or nordic culture, this is the show for you.
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