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More than a thousand years after the end of the Viking Age, the tales of Norse gods continue

to fascinate us.

But what are the popular misconceptions surrounding the mythology? The tales of Norse gods continue to fascinate us.

But what are the popular misconceptions surrounding the mythology of the Vikings?

In pre-Christian Scandinavia, were some deities more important than others?

What did Norse myth mean to the Vikings, and how did it affect the way they lived?

In today's episode, we'll be answering these questions and a host of others with my guest,

Martin Whituck.

Martin has written numerous educational and history books, including titles on Viking and Anglo-Saxon history.

He's been a consultant for the BBC, English Heritage, and the National Trust,

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