That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast
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That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast
In Viking times, a ‘Thing’ was a gathering; a place where leaders and warriors could meet and talk. In the 21st century, our ‘Thing’ is a virtual place where Viking academics and enthusiasts from around the world can come together to share knowledge. Join Miranda and Lucas, from the JORVIK Viki...
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A Journey Through Roman York
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the historic streets of York, known in the Roman period as Eboracum. On this immersive tour, you'll meet...
‘Willingly and deservedly fulfilled his vow’ - Gods and Religion in Roman York
‘Votum solvit laetus libens merito’ - ‘Willingly and deservedly fulfilled his vow’
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th -...
‘To the spirits of the departed’ - York’s Roman Dead
‘Dis Manibus’ - ‘To the spirits of the departed’
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2025!
Join us for t...
'Master Victor, may you have a lucky win’ - Roman York’s Gladiators
'Domine Victor vincas felix' - ‘Master Victor, may you have a lucky win'
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2...
‘To the divinity of the Emperor’ - The Roman Emperors in York
‘Numini Augusti’ - ‘To the divinity of the Emperor’
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2025!
Join us fo...
A Journey Through Medieval York
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the historic streets of York, which was one of the greatest and most important cities of Medieval Englan...
A Journey Through Viking York
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the historic streets of York, known in the Viking Age as Jorvik. On this immersive tour, you'll meet Vik...
Runes and Remedies: Exploring Viking Medicine
Join Miranda and Max as they delve into the fascinating world of Viking medicine, exploring remedies for ailments ranging from joint pain to the fear...
Viking Bestiary: Dwarfs in Norse Myths and Sagas
In the latest episode in our Viking Bestiary series, we're shifting our focus from the enchanting world of Elves (who we spoke about a few episodes ag...
JORVIK Viking Centre Gallery Walk Through: Shoes, Sheaths, and Silk
Join Miranda and Max as they continue their stroll around the JORVIK Viking Centre.
This time they're discussing a display case filled with some...
Mythical Mischief Revisited:Loki and the Golden Apples
Thank you all who partook in JORVIK Viking Festival 2024, whether in person or online! We had so much fun that we need a small hiatus to recover, so t...
The JORVIK Viking Centre Gets the Herefordshire Hoard
Discovered by metal detectorists near Leominster in 2015, the Herefordshire Hoard consists of silver coins, gold jewellery and a single silver ingot....
Viking Bestiary: Elves in Norse Myths and Sagas
Explore the captivating world of Elves in Norse mythology, from mischievous folklore creatures to epic, magical beings.
We are again joined by...
Cracking Kennings and Confounding Riddles: Viking and Anglo-Saxon Wordplay
Join us this New Year's Day for an intriguing exploration of Viking riddles!
Today were joined by Max, a seasoned JORVIK Viking, who unv...
The Tale of Audun and the Polar Bear
In the spirit of the season, we're taking a short break for Christmas, but fear not – we have a special treat for you. Join us for a nostalgic revisit...
Ragnarok Unveiled: Twilight of the Gods
It's getting cold, and dark, which means its the perfect time to talk about Ragnarok - the coldest and darkest story of all!
In this epi...
A Journey to Ad Gefrin with the Anglo-Saxons
As some of you may know, the Vikings we celebrate and teach people about were Anglo-Scandinavians, meaning they were part Norse and part Anglo-Saxon. ...
Amleth: The Viking Saga Behind Hamlet and The Northman
Get ready to set sail back in time with us this week as we revisit the captivating tale of Amleth, the inspiration behind Shakespeare's Hamlet and Rob...
How to Train Your Ormr: Dragons in the Viking Age
Join us as we delve into the intriguing world of Viking dragons. Unlike the majestic winged fire-breathing dragons of modern fantasy, these creatures...
JORVIK Viking Centre Gallery Walk Through: Brooches, Buckles and Blades
Join Lucas and Miranda as they continue their stroll around the JORVIK Viking Centre.
This time they're discussing a display case filled with so...
Interview with a Special Guest: Jackson Crawford
Following a Saga-ful Summer, with the release of our multi-part Saga of the Volsungs and re-release the Saga of Ragnar Lothbrok, we sit down to speak...
Rerelease: The Legend of Ragnar Lothbrok
We hope you’ve enjoyed our 5 part adaptation of the Saga of the Volsungs released throughout this summer. This particular saga may have concluded, but...
Saga of the Volsungs pt 5: Death and Deceit
Join us for the final part of the Saga of Volsungs. In this conclusion to the saga magic and manipulation tragically separates Sigurd and Brynhild, tu...
Saga of the Volsungs pt 4: Oaths and Omens
Join us for Part 4 of the Saga of the Volsungs. In this episode Sigurd comes face to face with the terrifying venomous dragon Fafnir, beginning a chai...
Saga of the Volsungs pt 3: Revenge and Renewal
Join us for Part 3 of the Saga of the Volsungs. In this episode we meet a new member of the Volsung family: Sigurd, perhaps the greatest hero of all t...
Saga of the Volsungs pt 2: Passion and Poison
Join us for Part 2 of the Saga of the Volsungs. In this episode hear how the twins Signy and Sigmund, the last of the Volsungs, went to dark and despe...
Saga of the Volsungs pt 1: Blood and Betrayal
Join us round the fire as we begin telling one of the greatest sagas of Old Norse literature: The Saga of the Volsungs. In this first part of the stor...
All-Father's Day
As we've just celebrated Father's Day there's no better time of year to discuss the All-Father himself: Odin. But just how many children does the All-...
LGBTQ+ Vikings?
In this episode Miranda and Lucas chat about LGBTQ+ Viking history, discussing the clues and pieces of evidence found within saga literature. Very lit...
Something Skald Something New: Viking Storytelling
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 bette...
The Viking Kings of Jorvik
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 expec...
The Saga of Sigrid the Haughty
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...
Viking Women in Magic
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. W...
Viking Warrior Women
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...
Everyday Viking Women
In honour of Women's History Month we're celebrating Viking Women!
The next 4 episode are dedicated to the different spheres women inhabited dur...
Beauty by Baldr
Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing...
Loki and the Golden Apples
Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing...
Thor Goes Fishing for the Midgard Serpent
Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing...
Odin and the Mead of Poetry
Come gather ye friends around your flickering campfires and listen, to tales of teamwork, shared effort and collaboration as That JORVIK Viking Thing...
JORVIK Viking Centre Gallery Walk Through: Trade with the East
Join Lucas and Miranda as they continue their stroll around the JORVIK Viking Centre.
This time they're discussing the new items on display in...