by Lee Accomando
Sharing the History of The Viking Age, one podcast at a time. We are covering the History of Scandinavia during the Viking Age. We're exploring Raiding, Trading and Settlement of Scandinavians abroad as well as the culture and society of the Norse homelands. Join us to learn more than you ever thought you wanted to know about the people, for better or worse, history knows as the Vikings.
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August 23, 2019
<p>In this episode we conclude the Mother of Kings series by exploring several stories of royal mothers in Old Norse literature. We then bring things to close, tracing Gunnhild's fall from power and her mysterious fate. </p> <p>For more information and a full list of sources used in this episode, check out the website: <a href= "https://vikingagepodcast.com/i-honor-with-words">https://vikingagepodcast.com/i-honor-with-words</a></p>
June 11, 2019
<p>In this supplemental episode, we explore a complex and fascinating set of characters found in several Sagas - the Maiden Kings.</p> <p>For more information and a full list of sources used in this episode, check out our website: <a href= "https://vikingagepodcast.com/maiden-kings">https://vikingagepodcast.com/maiden-kings</a></p>
June 10, 2019
<p>In this episode, we follow Gunnhild <em>konungamóðir</em> as her sons ascend to the Norwegian throne and she finally acquires her famous title. We will then examine the significant authority which Gunnhild enjoyed at this time, as well as how Icelandic authors chose to depict her use of power.</p> <p>Along the way we'll discuss ambitious young Icelanders, hygienic giantesses and the complex portrayal of women, sex and power in the Sagas.</p> <p>For more information and a full list of sources used in this episode, check out our website: <a href= "https://vikingagepodcast.com/mother-of-kings/">https://vikingagepodcast.com/mother-of-kings/</a></p>
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Sharing the History of The Viking Age, one podcast at a time.
We are covering the History of Scandinavia during the Viking Age. We're exploring Raiding, Trading and Settlement of Scandinavians abroad as well as the culture and society of the Norse homelands.
Join us to learn more than you ever thought you wanted to know about the people, for better or worse, history knows as the Vikings.
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