Odin, Asgard & the Norse Gods
Gone Medieval
History Hit
4.6 • 2.2K Ratings
🗓️ 7 October 2025
⏱️ 77 minutes
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Summary
Dr. Eleanor Janega gets chummy with the gods of Norse Mythology. She's joined by Professor Carolyne Larrington to explore Odin’s quest for wisdom and the heart-wrenching trials he undergoes; Loki's shapeshifting exploits, and the tragic saga of Baldr orchestrated by the wise but fallible Frigg. Through tales of divine intrigue, sacrifice, and cosmic wonder, discover how these myths reflect human nature and societal values.
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Gone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega, King Gilfi is played by Eric Nolan. Audio editor is Amy Haddow, the producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.
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| 0:00.0 | Hello, I'm Matt Lewis. |
| 0:02.6 | And I'm Dr. Eleanor Yonaga. |
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| 1:45.4 | that delves into the greatest millennium in human history. We uncover the greatest mysteries, |
| 1:52.1 | the gobsmacking details, and the latest groundbreaking research from the Vikings to the Normans, |
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