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Let's talk all things Norse - the history, the mythology, how each has been reinterpreted or reinvented in the 20th century onwards and in all media forms. From books to comics to TV series to video games and more - join me, a self-confessed Norse Geek with a variety of hosts and special guests including authors, historians and expert academics.
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S2E6 Life lessons with Loki: with Louie Stowell
Ever wondered what would happen if a Norse god had to survive school? Today, we’re joined by the brilliant @Loustow , author of the hilarious Loki: A Bad God's Guide series. Get ready for some…
S2E5 Beowulf in Yorkshire: with musician Howard Jacobs
On a dark November night in 2023, the legendary epic poem, Beowulf, came to life with music and theatre in a unique promenade performance by @ProperJobTheatre set in the West Yorkshire town of…
S2 Valkyries: Beyond the Sagas and Legends
We know them as the winged choosers of the slain and the fierce female warriors of Valhalla—but who are the Valkyries, really? Are they divine escorts, mortal women with supernatural gifts, or…
S2E4 Time Travel to the Viking Age with M.G. Leonard
Enter Valhalla to join our conversation with @MayaGLeonard on time-travelling doors, the magic of music, the balance of history and danger in children's fiction, why she modelled a 'bad guy' on a…
S2E3 The Last Einherjar with Kevin Wells
Joining me on this episode is comic artist and writer, Kevin Wells, whom I discovered at Thought Bubble Comic Con in 2025. We will be taking a deep dive into his norse-inspired graphic novel, The…
S2 Halls of Asgard: A New Game for Norse Gods
Joining me in Valhalla is returning guest, Joshua Gillingham from Little Hammer Games, as we discuss and officially launch his latest @kickstarter card game, Halls of Asgard! Join the Kickstarter…
S2E2 The Viking Berserkr with Dr Roderick Dale
Joining me in this episode is Dr Roderick Dale, we will discuss his role in the former World Tree Project looking at observations of Viking representation in the modern world, and then dive deep into…
S2E1 Vikings for Kids with C.J. Adrien (author) and Crystal Whithaus (illustrator)
Joining me as our first guests into Valhalla for 2026, is historical fiction author and historian, @cjadrien - he also co-hosts the @vikingologypodcast too! Alongside his talented artist…
S1E23 Worlds of Words & Vikings: In conversation with Justin Hill, Giles Kristian & Theo Brun
For our final podcast episode for 2025 I'm beyond thrilled to have invited not one but three of my favourite Viking Age historical fiction authors into Valhalla. Justin Hill, Giles Kristian and Theo…
S1E22 Meet Bjarni, the Science Viking
Joining me in the great mead hall of the gods is Terry, otherwise known as Bjarni the Cabbage Killer. Why? Because part of his day job is slaying cabbages with sword, axe and spear. Why? Because for…
S1 Sam Flegal & The Illustrated Lokasenna Kickstarter (Bonus Episode)
Returning to the great mead hall of the gods with "glorious purpose" is @SamFlegalart of Fateful Signs, as his latest artistic translation of Old Norse poetics is now LIVE on Kickstarter and in…
S1E21 The Saga of Erik the Viking
In this episode, special guest Chris Tuckley (who is leading a million-pound project at Selby Abbey) joins me in Valhalla to share his experience and encounters of a piece of vikings in popular…
S1E20 Curses, Trolls and Valkyries with comic writer Doug Wagner
This episode of Valhalla Conversations is dedicated to comic artist, Tim Odland who sadly passed away this summer of 2025. Tim's life long dream was to illustrate comics for @imagecomics and…
S1 A Runecast Message - Valkyries bring news from Valhalla Conversations
gcjshxi5Regular followers/listeners may be wondering where Episode 19 is of our usual monthly Valhalla Conversations podcast series? Well - the answer is that due to a very important debut article…
S1 Queens & Widows in "King & Conqueror" (Bonus Episode)
Behind every great man, is a great woman - and in the 11th century, there were many men claiming, taking or inheriting the throne of England, and thus there were also many great women. Following the…
S1E19 Vikings & Immortality with comic writer, Zack Kaplan (Kill All Immortals)
Joining me in this month's episode is comic writer @Zackkaps , we will be discussing Kill All Immortals ( @darkhorsecomics ) with spoilers and exploring his creative and cleverly inspired choice…
S1E18 Ran's Daughters with author Kaitlin Felix
Joining me this month as my special guest, is author Kaitlin Felix as we discuss and explore her stereotype smashing historical fiction novel, Ran's Daughters, who feature a remarkable cast of Norse…
S1 A View of the Old Gods (Bonus Episode)
Join me in discovering a stunning set of special photographs and their talented photographer. We meet a very unique and talented photographer, Jenn Robinson, who is also a near decade long member of…
S1E17 Norse Witches & Norse Queens with author Genevieve Gornichec
Joining me for this month's episode is a good friend of mine, Genevieve Gornichec, due to our shared passion for all things Norse and I'm delighted to finally after years of talking online about her…
S1 Valhalla Assemble! - Vikings & Valkyries TTRPG (Special Episode)
Clear the mead benches, lay out fresh straw, roll out the mead barrels and prepare to welcome the most "hapless" group of Norse heroes and heroines to the Hall of the Worthy as we welcome: Game…
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Valhalla Conversations has published 42 episodes since December 2024, covering topics in Arts, History.
Valhalla Conversations is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 15m.
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