Thor and Loki

Gone Medieval

History Hit

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4.6 • 2.2K Ratings

🗓️ 10 October 2025

⏱️ 79 minutes

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Summary

Has Thor always been considered an all-powerful but ridiculed deity? Is it possible to pin down Loki's complex nature as simply a trickster?

Matt Lewis embarks on a mythical journey with Carolyne Larrington to get to know the legendary gods Thor and Loki. Together they uncover the origins and attributes of these iconic figures, their shifting relationship from allies to adversaries, their legendary exploits and familial ties with giants, and challenge the simple binary of good versus evil.

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Gone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis, King Gilfi is played by Eric Nolan. Audio editor is Amy Haddow, the producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.

All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.

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