Over two years ago, in our very first episode, Lucas and Miranda talked about the basics of Viking Storytelling. Now, two years on, with an even better understanding of the Vikings and Podcasting, they take a look at the Myths and Sagas again. 

What is the difference between a Viking saga and a Norse myth? Did the sagas and myths change over time? And most importantly, did the Norse gods come from Troy?

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In honour of the historic Coronation and to celebrate our Bank Holiday, we decided to do a round up of all of the Viking Kings of Jorvik. And as expected it's a little silly, and a lot confusing.
 
Join us as we try and sort out who the kings were and when they ruled. We talk about King Cnut (not that Cnut) and then King Harthacnut (not that Harthacnut) followed shortly by that Cnut and that Harthacnut!
 
Check out the previous episodes mentioned in this episode:
The JORVIK Viking Centre Gets the Silverdale Hoard with Gareth Williams
The Truth Behind the Legend of Ragnar Lothbrok
I CANUTE Believe It!: King Canute the Great

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This season has focussed on Viking-age women from Valkyries to shield maidens, for the final episode of our Women's History season, Miranda and Lucas tell a story adapted from the Sagas of the Kings of Norway - the tale of the infamous Sigrid the Haughty.

As a queen, a mother and a fabulously wealthy woman Sigrid expertly navigated the politics of Viking-age royalty and ruthlessly defended her riches and honour from the kings who sought to steal her away.

The other Sagas mentioned in this episode:
What a Dil-EMMA!: Queen Emma of Normandy
The HARALD of Change!: Harald Hardrada King of Norway
Beyond Be-LEIF!: Leif Erikson the Lucky

Cast list:
Sigrid - Alix Lucas
King Vissavaldr - Adam Seymour
King Harald - Sam Gimes
King Olaf - Tom Longstaff

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In our third episode in honour of (extended) Women's History Month we take a look at the relationship between women and magic during the Viking Age. Who are the Norns? Why was Magic a woman's job? Join us as we discuss magical Vikings, and overthink Norse Mythology!

Make sure to listen to our last episode on Magic:

Episode 41 - Secrets of Viking Sorcery

For previous episodes about Viking Women, check out:

Episode 2 - Women in the Viking Age with Prof Judith Jesch

Episode 35 - Twilight of the Viking Age: What  a Dil-EMMA!

Episode 63 - Everyday Viking Women

Mentioned in this episode:

Odin figurine with Odin in women's clothing

Pagan Lady of Peel

Nidhoggr Mead

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In our second episode in honour of Women's History Month we explore the stories of Viking warrior women from saga literature as well as the women who chose the fates of those that died in battle: the Valkyries.
Lucas and Miranda talk about the role and characteristics of the Valkyries, prominent warrior women from the sagas, as well as archaeological evidence which some suggest may prove the existence of real Viking warrior women!

For previous episodes about Viking Women, check out:

Episode 2 - Women in the Viking Age with Prof Judith Jesch

Episode 35 - Twilight of the Viking Age: What  a Dil-EMMA!

Episode 63 - Everyday Viking Women

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In honour of Women's History Month we're celebrating Viking Women!
The next 4 episode are dedicated to the different spheres women inhabited during the Viking Age. And what better place to start than with the everyday woman?
Not every woman was a seress or a shield maiden, infact most weren't, but their work and lives contributed to the Viking Age in a way that often goes unappreciated.
In this episode Miranda and Lucas talk about what life might have looked like for an average Viking Women, and how those lives impacted history!

For previous episodes about Viking Women, check out:

Episode 2 - Women in the Viking Age with Prof Judith Jesch

Episode 35 - Twilight of the Viking Age: What a Dil-EMMA!

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Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast are joined by the Silly History Boys!

This is the final installment in the JORVIK Thing meets Silly History Boys wacky and fact-y extravaganza! In this episode the Silly History Boys tell us about some of the other gods from Norse mythology; they may be lesser known, but they're certainly no lessfun! Then, Lucas and Miranda talk about what these gods get up to normally (spoiler alert it's mainly hanging out in the background at parties whiloe Odin, Thor, and Loki have an edventure!)

To hear more from our friends The Silly History Boys check out The Silly History Boys Podcast!

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Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast are joined by the Silly History Boys!

In this episode the Silly History Boys tell the story of Loki and the Golden Apples, there's a magic bird, some immortality apples, and a dating show where the gods decide to marry based on their feet! Then, Lucas and Miranda have an in depth conversation about  the morally questionable Loki, and the logistics of immortality apples!

To hear more from our friends The Silly History Boys check out The Silly History Boys Podcast!

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Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast are joined by the Silly History Boys!

In this episode the Silly History Boys tell the story of Thor, who in a quest for beer finds himself at sea with the Midgard Serpent on the other end of his fishing line! Then, Lucas and Miranda have an in depth conversation about suspension of disbelief when it comes to Norse mythology!

To hear more from our friends The Silly History Boys check out The Silly History Boys Podcast!

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Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast are joined by the Silly History Boys!

In this episode the Silly History Boys tell the story of Odin and the Mead of Poetry, and then Lucas and Miranda will take you through the historical sources; get ready to laugh and learn!

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To hear more from our friends The Silly History Boys check out The Silly History Boys Podcast!

Miranda and Lucas' Assassins Creed Valhalla: Discovery Tour livestream will be available to watch for free on Sunday 12th February at 7pm at: https://www.twitch.tv/jorvikgroup

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