Find us on Twitter - @HeathenHistory The Heathen History Podcast takes a deep dive into the modern history of Heathenry, a new religion based on the practices of the pre-Christian Germanic and Norse People. Each episode we will dive into a different person, event, or organization to tell their story and examine how this shaped modern Heathenry. Heathen History is an inclusive podcast.
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The Wanderer. This is a podcast for Anglo-Saxon Heathenism, history, Folklore and mythology. We will discuss subjects such as Yggdrasil, the world tree, the Anglo Saxon Runes, The people who were alive at the time when Heathenism was the only religion open to them, how the people worshipped their gods, and which gods were most popular to different sections of Anglo Saxon Society. This is a PayPal link if anyone wants to donate a dollar or a pound to help keep the podcast going. If you would ...
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Anglo-Saxon England is a podcast looking at the history of Anglo-Saxon England, beginning with the end of Roman Britain and ending with the Norman Conquest. We will not only talk about the history but also the literature, culture, and historiography of the Anglo-Saxon period. This show strives to offer an accessible but scholarly rigorous overview that will appeal both to beginners and to experts.
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Uncensored, hard hitting commentary and historical perspective on the current events affecting the US and Western civilization.
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A podcast about our spiritual practices, the paranormal, and the macabre, but like, don’t take it too seriously.
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NORDIC ANIMISM IS A PODCAST and PROJECT HELMED BY RUNE HJARNØ RASMUSSEN. Rune Hjarnø Rasmussen is an historian of religion, Ph.d., educated from the Universities of Uppsala and Copenhagen.Rune has lived in many countries and done fieldwork in a number of contemporary (primarily Afro-descendant) religions, but since childhood he has been strongly interested in Nordic religion. Today Rune is working on applying contemporary developments in anthropology to rethink the way we address Nordic reli ...
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Majority Animism for Cultural Transformation
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Majority Animism for Cultural Transformation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
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In the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle we have not only an account of Anglo-Saxon history but also an attempt at identity creation which served part of the mission to forge a new united English identity from the disparate collection of tribes and kingdoms that was the base of Anglo-Saxon society. Even taken with a hefty spoonful of salt, it is nevertheless o…
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Christianity and the Usurpation of the Heathen Gods of the Anglo-Saxon
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Introduction The sword and buckler combination is a fascinating part of England’s martial history, representing a form of combat that was both practical for self-defense and influential in the evolution of European swordsmanship. The buckler—a small, round shield—paired with a sword, often an arming sword, offered a balance between offense and defe…
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Interview with Warren Jones
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Rune talks with Warren Jones. Warren Jones hosts the podcast Arctica, a podcast from the North. Find Arctica at arcticapodcast.com Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Follow Nordic Animism: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordic.anim... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nordicanimism Tiktok: https://www.tikt…
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We look back on the achievements of King Alfred and ask: how do we define someone as 'great'? Credits – Music: 'Wælheall' by Hrōðmund Wōdening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQfdqIyqJ4g&list=LL&index=5&ab_channel=Hr%C5%8D%C3%B0mundW%C5%8Ddening Social Media - Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/anglosaxonengland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ang…
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Is Loki A Fire Spirit?
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Among Nordic mythology scholars the relationship, if any, between Loki and fire is a cite of controversy. Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Follow Nordic Animism: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordic.anim... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nordicanimism Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nordic_animism We…
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Song As Social Change
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Continuing with the themes of last episode, Rune addresses Nordic Singing Traditions. Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Follow Nordic Animism: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordic.anim... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nordicanimism Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nordic_animism Website: https://nordi…
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The Alfredian Renaissance (Part 2)
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One day, when he was a boy, the future Alfred the Great, along with his brothers, was pulled aside by his mother, Osburh. She showed them a book filled with English poetry and promised that she would give it to whichever one of them could learn it by heart the fastest. The young Alfred, smaller than all his brothers, was enchanted by the decorated …
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Singing Traditions in Northern Europe
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Singing Traditions in Northern Europe Interview with Danica Boyce The Fair Folk Podcast's Danica Boyce joins in to talk about singing traditions across northern Europe as well as the connection between singing, animism and ritual. https://www.youtube.com/@Runehr Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Follow Nordic An…
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Anglo Saxon Leatherwork
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Introduction to Anglo-Saxon Leather working Leather working was an essential craft in Anglo-Saxon England (circa 5th to 11th centuries) and played a crucial role in everyday life. The Anglo-Saxons were skilled artisans who relied on natural resources for crafting items, and leather was highly prized for its durability and versatility. The leather w…
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How A Viking Fire Ritual Can Connect Us to Land
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Fire spirits are a universal feature of animist cultures. Today Rune talks about the roles of ritual for the uses and applications of fire in Nordic cultures, and fire in ritual. https://www.youtube.com/@Runehr Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Follow Nordic Animism: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordic.a…
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The Alfredian Renaissance (Part 1)
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In addition to his military and political achievements, King Alfred also undertook an ambitious plan for intellectual revival meant to restore learning and piety to his new kingdom. In this episode, we meet the men who helped him undertake this massive task. Credits – Music: 'Wælheall' by Hrōðmund Wōdening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQfdqIyqJ4…
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Rune discusses the history of Nordic Folk Schools, and how their approach was used to counter classism and other forms of social discrimination. https://www.youtube.com/@Runehr Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Follow Nordic Animism: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordic.anim... Facebook: https://www.faceb…
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Alfred: King of the Anglo-Saxons
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Although he had no way of knowing it, in 878 Alfred secured for Wessex over a decade of peace from Viking attack. In that time, Alfred would set about remaking his kingdom so that it could withstand any future invasions. This program would see innovations on many fronts which would provide greater security for the English people, a more reliable mi…
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The Great Summer Army
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As discussed in the previous episode, the Viking invasion of England can be roughly divided into two phases, that which occurred prior to the arrival of the Great Summer Army in 871 and that which occurred after. In late 870, the Norse were at a crossroads. They had recently conquered East Anglia, but their leadership was crumbling. Ivar had depart…
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The Elder tree, or Mother Elder, is a characteristic piece of animism in southern Scandinavia. This goddess is sometimes considered a cluster of beings, the elder spirits or elder people, and a number of rituals and taboos are practiced in relation to the elder tree. The Lady Elder is available to purchase at www.hyldyr.com https://www.youtube.com/…
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The spear has been a crucial weapon in English warfare, both for its versatility and its effectiveness in various military contexts. Its use spans from the early medieval period through the Renaissance, reflecting the evolution of military tactics and societal changes. During the early medieval period, particularly in the Anglo-Saxon era (5th to 11…
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The Great Heathen Army that devastated England in the 860s and 870s was, tradition claims, spear-headed by three of the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok. As discussed last time, legend had it that they invaded to avenge their father’s execution at the hands of King Ælle of Northumbria. It is not clear how true this is. But it does serve to lead us into a co…
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What Neil Gaiman Got Wrong
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Recorded prior to accusations towards Gaiman were made public in June and July of 2024. Rune shares some additional, updated thoughts on the American Gods tv show/books and the ways that author Neil Gaiman voices some dangerous tendencies. Rune discussed this issue before, to hear those thoughts, check out the back catalogue. For an account of the …
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The Ravaging of Heathen Men
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Viking activity in England evolved over time. What began as small-scale raids on vulnerable monasteries gradually evolved into attacks on key trading settlements and, ultimately, into full-blown invasion. It is incorrect to suggest that Viking activity was always the same. Rather it became larger and more ambitious as time passed. Credits – Music: …
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The Almost Heathen Christianity of Grundtvig
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Rune gives an introduction to the Scandinavian folk school model and the Heathen Christian Synchronist who changed the face of Denmark. OUT NOW - Aun_ Cannibal Kings, Cosmic Healing and the Recovery of a Nordic Tradition Pick up your copy at: https://shop.nordicanimism.com/shop/9-books-and-calendars/62-coming-soon-the-aun-book/ https://www.youtube.…
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Why Are Gods Abusive?
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Rune discusses the uncomfortable portrayal of some of our most beloved deities in mythological and sacred texts. OUT NOW - Aun_ Cannibal Kings, Cosmic Healing and the Recovery of a Nordic Tradition Pick up your copy at: https://shop.nordicanimism.com/shop/9-books-and-calendars/62-coming-soon-the-aun-book/ https://www.youtube.com/@Runehr Join the No…
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The Beginning of the Viking Age
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The Viking looms large over the early medieval period as a whole, despite only erupting onto the scene in the late eighth century, several centuries after the period is usually thought to have begun. They were such a disruptive force that inspired such profound spiritual and cultural shock among the states of Europe that they are even given their o…
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How to do a Nordic Naming Ceremony
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Rune proposes how to engage in a dialogue, of sorts, with various strands of traditional Nordic euro-animisms to create a naming ceremony. Rune's new book AUN, Cannibal Kings, Cosmic Healing and the Recovery of a Nordic Tradition is out now!!! The book introduces the dialogues and realizations that have materialized through 2022 and 2023 concerning…
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Early Anglo-Saxon England
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After just under 70 episodes, we come to a point that I have always imagined as the dividing line in this series: the Norse invasions. What is coming is a huge undertaking, so I wanted to take the opportunity to look back on where we have been; to highlight key themes and to clarify my stance on the term ‘Anglo-Saxon’. Credits – Music: 'Wælheall' b…
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The billhook, often referred to simply as a "bill," is a traditional weapon that originated in medieval Europe, primarily used by infantry soldiers. It evolved from an agricultural tool used for pruning and cutting branches. Here's an overview of its use in warfare:Design and FeaturesBlade Shape: The billhook has a distinctive curved blade with a h…
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Rune collaborates with Dr. Justine Sledge of the Youtube channel Esoterica to discuss the history of Runes in academia, their impact on 'New Age', the 'Fourth Wave', and their intersection with esoteric practises, including Aldaruna. Rune's new book AUN, Cannibal Kings, Cosmic Healing and the Recovery of a Nordic Tradition is out now!!! The book in…
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Surrey: The Frontier Kingdom
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Surrey, much like Hwicce and Lindsey, has a history that can only be told by looking askance at sources. What emerges, though, is a frontier kingdom that was often subject to the vicissitudes of fate. Credits – Music: 'Wælheall' by Hrōðmund Wōdening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQfdqIyqJ4g&list=LL&index=5&ab_channel=Hr%C5%8D%C3%B0mundW%C5%8Ddeni…
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Policing Dissent from Whiteness in Pagan Studies
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Rune shares a paper he wrote for Harvard Divinity School in response to (in very broad terms) the recent stereotype of the 'Q-Anon Shaman', and the motifs of colonial othering that this image both summons these stereotypes and, in a classic ideological turn, serves to silence the animist perspective. Rune's new book AUN, Cannibal Kings, Cosmic Heal…
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Anglo Saxon Broken Back Seax
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The "Broken Back Seax" is a type of knife or dagger that was characteristic of the Anglo-Saxons, the Germanic inhabitants of England from the 5th century AD until the Norman Conquest in 1066. The name "seax" itself refers to a type of single-edged knife that was commonly used among the Germanic peoples during this time period. The term "broken back…
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Everything, Everywhere Daily talks about the Dark Ages and whether they really were all that dark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesEvergreen Podcasts
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Lindsey: The Vanished Kingdom
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The great professor of Anglo-Saxon history, Simon Keynes, once called Lindsey a ‘kingdom without a history’. This is because there is no written evidence from the kingdom itself and only a tiny amount written about it from contemporaries. However, there is some evidence in the form of archaeology which has shed valuable light on aspects of Lindsey’…
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Animists Who Destroy Nature
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Rune answers skepticism towards the proposal that animistic ways of life offer new ways of negotiating tensions between environmental and humanist concerns. OUT NOW - Aun_ Cannibal Kings, Cosmic Healing and the Recovery of a Nordic Tradition Pick up your copy at: https://shop.nordicanimism.com/shop/9-books-and-calendars/62-coming-soon-the-aun-book/…
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This episode we will be looking at one of the most elusive of the small kingdoms which proliferated in early Anglo-Saxon England. The Hwicce were located mainly in what is today Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and Gloucestershire. Their history is extremely patchy, but from what can be said they offer a unique view of the emergence and downfall of a …
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Rune discusses the current day saying 'finding my tribe', and modern concepts of tribe vs tribalism. https://www.youtube.com/@Runehr Join the Nordic Animism patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nordicanimism Check out this beautiful t-shirt design by Ludvig Levin: https://shop.nordicanimism.com/shop/11-t-shirts--sweatshirts/53-aun-tshirt/ Follow Nordic…
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