https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-norse-gods--6944688enReligion & SpiritualityCopyright Podra Networkhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5d5a608bde9c8663bd738c7523a0f9ec.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-norse-gods--6944688Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:15:02 +0000Podra NetworkPodra Networkfeeds@spreaker.comFrom Valhalla to Ragnarok — the fierce and magnificent world of Norse mythology and its enduring gods.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legacy-of-the-north-norse-mythology-in-modern-culture--71246438https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71246438Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkExplore how Norse mythology continues to shape modern culture in this fascinating episode of The Norse Gods. Host Edmund Cross examines the evolution of Norse themes from Marvel comics to video games, literature to music. Discover how figures like...340falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/warriors-and-skalds-how-vikings-preserved-their-myths--71246388https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71246388Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkIn this episode of The Norse Gods, host Edmund Cross explores the fascinating partnership between Viking warriors and skalds that preserved Norse mythology for over a thousand years. Discover how these poet-storytellers used complex techniques like...299falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/runes-and-ravens-norse-magic-and-divination--71246343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71246343Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:00:03 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the mystical world of Norse divination and magic in this captivating episode of The Norse Gods. Host Edmund Cross examines the sacred runes discovered by Odin and the prophetic ravens Huginn and Muninn that served as messengers between worlds....321falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/forgotten-gods-balder-frigg-and-the-lesser-known-aesir--71246295
The episode delves into lesser-known Æsir gods including Viðar the Silent, destined to survive Ragnarök; Váli, born to avenge Balder's death; Forseti, the divine mediator of justice; and Bragi, god of poetry and eloquence. These forgotten deities reveal the sophisticated complexity of Norse religious beliefs beyond popular figures like Thor and Odin.

Perfect for mythology enthusiasts, students of Scandinavian culture, and anyone interested in ancient belief systems. Cross examines how these overlooked gods contributed to Norse cosmology and why their stories deserve recognition alongside more famous mythological tales. The episode draws from historical sources including the Prose Edda while exploring themes of family, justice, prophecy, and divine responsibility in ancient Scandinavian society.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71246295Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkDiscover the untold stories of Norse mythology's most overlooked deities in this captivating episode of The Norse Gods. Host Edmund Cross explores the tragic tale of Balder the Beautiful, whose death by mistletoe became one of mythology's most...
The episode delves into lesser-known Æsir gods including Viðar the Silent, destined to survive Ragnarök; Váli, born to avenge Balder's death; Forseti, the divine mediator of justice; and Bragi, god of poetry and eloquence. These forgotten deities reveal the sophisticated complexity of Norse religious beliefs beyond popular figures like Thor and Odin.

Perfect for mythology enthusiasts, students of Scandinavian culture, and anyone interested in ancient belief systems. Cross examines how these overlooked gods contributed to Norse cosmology and why their stories deserve recognition alongside more famous mythological tales. The episode draws from historical sources including the Prose Edda while exploring themes of family, justice, prophecy, and divine responsibility in ancient Scandinavian society.]]>328falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prophecy-of-the-end-the-voluspa-and-ragnarok--71246236https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71246236Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the Völuspá, the most important prophetic poem in Norse mythology, and its vivid account of Ragnarök - the twilight of the gods. Host Edmund Cross examines this haunting Old Norse text from the Poetic Edda, which presents a complete...281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-einherjar-warriors-of-valhalla-and-the-norse-vision-of-afterlife--71245767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245767Thu, 28 May 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the fascinating world of the Einherjar, the chosen warriors of Norse mythology who dwelled in Valhalla. Host Edmund Cross examines these legendary figures who died valiantly in battle and were selected by Odin's valkyries for eternal service....301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blood-mead-and-glory-viking-religious-practices-and-rituals--71245662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245662Thu, 21 May 2026 07:00:03 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the fascinating spiritual world of the Vikings in this comprehensive episode of The Norse Gods. Host Edmund Cross examines the complex religious practices and rituals that shaped Viking society, from sacred blót ceremonies to seasonal...359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-asgard-to-helheim-mapping-the-nine-realms--71245513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245513Thu, 14 May 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkJourney through the Nine Realms of Norse mythology in this comprehensive exploration of ancient Scandinavian cosmology. Host Edmund Cross maps the interconnected worlds from divine Asgard to the realm of the dead in Helheim, examining how these...306falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-world-tree-yggdrasil-and-the-architecture-of-norse-cosmology--71245454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245454Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the magnificent World Tree Yggdrasil and discover how this cosmic ash tree forms the architectural foundation of Norse mythology. In this episode of The Norse Gods, host Edmund Cross examines the intricate cosmological structure that connects...330falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-of-the-seidr-freya-and-the-magic-of-the-vanir--71245389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245389Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:00:03 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the fascinating world of Freya, the powerful Vanir goddess who brought seidr magic to the Norse pantheon. In this episode of The Norse Gods, host Edmund Cross examines Freya's role as queen of the Vanir, her integration into Æsir society...353falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-trickster-s-web-loki-shapeshifter-and-catalyst-of-ragnarok--71245345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245345Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:02 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the fascinating complexity of Loki, Norse mythology's most enigmatic figure, in this deep dive into the shapeshifting trickster who catalyzes Ragnarök. Edmund Cross examines Loki's unique origins as neither fully god nor giant, his remarkable...340falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thunder-across-the-nine-worlds-thor-s-mighty-hammer--71245291https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245291Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:03 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the legendary hammer Mjolnir in this deep dive into Norse mythology's most iconic weapon. Host Edmund Cross examines the mythological origins of Thor's hammer, from its creation by the dwarven smiths Eitri and Brokkr to its unique properties...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-allfather-s-throne-odin-and-the-price-of-wisdom--71245241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71245241Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:51:33 +0000Podra NetworkExplore the complex mythology of Odin, the Norse Allfather, and his relentless pursuit of wisdom at any cost. This episode examines three pivotal myths: Odin's self-sacrifice on Yggdrasil to gain knowledge of the runes, his cunning theft of the Mead...350falsefull