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Ásatrú is the belief in the Norse gods. It is an indigenous, European religion. Think Vikings, Thor, Odin, etc. The etc. is what I talk about. There's a ton of irresponsible bozos spitting out their o... more
FAQs about Asatru Academics:How many episodes does Asatru Academics have?The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.
December 29, 2022YuletideWhat does a toxic decoration, horse stew, drunken promises, and mermaid goats have to do with each other? This highly caffeinated episode talks about some misconceptions surrounding about what is and isn’t pagan in our modern Yuletide celebrations. Are drink minimums a good idea? Is Santa Odin? Are the Winter Nights the 12 days of Yule? Should you put mistletoe in your punch? Spoiler: No.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more17minPlay
November 24, 2022Hardships Aren't AbnormalI talk about why I’ve been AWOL for the past year, how hardships are normal, and how they aren't to be feared. I give you some examples of hardships caused by life and by other garbage human beings that the ancient Norse people overcame. Why? They overcame terrible challenges, and you can too. You have and you can--repeatedly. They were people and you are people too! Yay for the fact everyone goes through horrible times in their lives?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more12minPlay
December 26, 2021Norse Magic: RunesMore info on another type of Norse Magic: Runes! Accounts of runic magic, why do letters have meanings, the purpose of a bindrune, 6 systems of runes, and how the runecasting you’re probably doing was developed by a Satanist with a fascination with Nazis.Goat impression included free of charge.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more26minPlay
October 17, 2021GaldrA continuation of Types of Old Norse Magic… this time focused on galdr! I talk about its practical uses and its super fancy special meter.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more12minPlay
August 12, 2021Norse Magic Pt. 1A former science teacher explains… What is magic? Has it been proven to exist? What types of magic did Norse people in the Viking Age do? What the heck is oneiromancy? What’s up with Ægishjálmur? How did Vikings curse people?Enchanting, magical symbols, dream magic, and curses explained in this episode. 5 more types up next!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more31minPlay
July 03, 2021Voluspa SimplifiedVöluspá is the treasured monolog of a cheeky witch verbally pulverizing Odin by recounting his most painful events--past and future. You guys requested I read some of the The Lore in modern, regular English… so no better place to start than with super foundational Völuspá. It is my second favorite piece of The Lore mostly because of the huge amount of attitude. She is attitude goals. She is a witch with a capital “B”.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more17minPlay
May 28, 2021White Pride is a Christian LiePart 2 in White Supremacy and it's with sound effects because… why not!Give a listen even if you aren't white because it is unfortunately related to the world you live in. If knowledge is power, then weakness is a choice. Don't be lazy. Be informed. Be impowered.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more17minPlay
May 28, 2021Heathenry Isn't RacistThe history of racism in Heathenry/Paganism. Plus: Bonus personal story time!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more22minPlay
May 28, 2021Starting Off HeathenI give you actual answers to the question of how to learn more about Heathenry when starting out or just wanting to learn what the heck it is.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more12minPlay
May 27, 2021Essence of the GodsI dismantle some myths about the nature of the gods and goddesses, explain skaldic poetry, introduce Bragi (the god and the man), toss you some educational riddles, and poorly pronounce a German poem.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asatruacademics/support...more20minPlay
FAQs about Asatru Academics:How many episodes does Asatru Academics have?The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.