Eerie Iceland

Come with us to East Iceland where we uncover the Icelandic ghost story of the frozen woman named, Bjarna Disa. It's such an intriguing story that there is a book written about her, a song, and a monument! Some say the area of Seyðisfjörður is still haunted by her too...

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• Book about Bjarna Disa by Kristín Steinsdóttir
• Song about Bjarna Disa
• Hiking Details to see the Memorial
• Episode By: Vanessa Terrazas
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Would you ever made a deal with a troll? Today we share with you Iceland's version of Rumpelstiltskin.

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• Episode By: Ann Irene Peters (Iceland Wedding Planner)
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Are you a fan of Disney movies? Learn all about super eerie dark story of the Icelandic Cinderella on today's episode! Pretty sure, this story should be made into a horror movie!

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• Episode By Co-Host: Vanessa Terrazas
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

The spookiness of Skálholt runs deep throughout Icelandic history. From stories about physic abilities, ghostly hauntings, beheadings, mysterious people, trolls, and an Icelandic zombie you're in for a treat with our longest episode yet! Buckle up folks!!

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• Episode By: Ann Irene Peters (Iceland Wedding Planner)
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Ever wonder how volcanoes in Iceland are named? Today you'll learn about how Katla Volcano (East of the town Vik) is named and the famed story of Katla the Witch!

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• Episode By Special Guest: David Geir Jonasson (Vik Expeditions)
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Ever wonder about the stories behind iconic rock formations in Iceland? Today we uncover the mystery surrounding Trolls in Iceland. You'll also learn about folklore stories behind the 4 most famous rock trolls in Iceland plus the bonus story behind Ann's personal favorite Toti, the highland laughing troll!

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• "Icelandic Folk Tales and Fairy Tales" By: Jón Árnason (1862); Volume 1, pgs 181-182.
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• Episode By: Ann Irene Peters (Iceland Wedding Planner)
• Special Guest: Davíð Geir Jónasson (Vik Expeditions)
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Love money? Love ghosts? So do we!! Today Vanessa tells you all about stories about money ghosts in Iceland! Because yes it's 100% a thing!

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• Episode By Co-Host: Vanessa Terrazas
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Learn about one of the most horrific kidnapping-murder cases in Iceland along with the famed Gold Ship. Both of these eerie events happened on Skeiðarársandur in South Iceland. Today we share with you the stories and how Skeiðarársandur may still be haunted...

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• Inspired Murdur Song: Mýrdalssandur live performance by Bubbi Morthens and Rúnar Júlíusson.
  • Translated Song Lyrics by: Davíð Geir Jónasson (Vik Expeditions)
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• Episode By: Ann Irene Peters (Iceland Wedding Planner)
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Everyone loves a good ghost story! Then add in a wedding and Icelandic Folklore and we have an unforgettable episode to share today...

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• Episode Research and Writing By Co-Host: Vanessa Terrazas
• Editing By: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)

Uncover the fiery mysteries of Iceland's tumultuous past in this episode as we delve into the eruption of the Laki volcano! Join us as we explore the harrowing events of 1783 when the Mother Nature unleashed its fury, spewing forth lava, toxic gases around the world, forever altering the landscape and people's lives. Learn about the captivating legend of the Fire Priest, a man said to possess supernatural abilities and a profound connection to the volatile forces that shaped Iceland's history.

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• Researcher: David Geir Jonasson – (Vik Expeditions)
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• Eldrit sr. Jóns Steingrímssonar. Landsbókasafn Íslands - Háskólabókasafn (Lbs) MS 1552 4to f. 1r.
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• Episode by: Ann Irene Peters (Iceland Wedding Planner)
• Editing by: James Ede (Be Heard | Podcast Production)