History Profiles
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This is Ollie from History Profiles, I will be revealing the historical truths behind the lives of some of the most famous and powerful people in the historical world.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 263
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
The Last Berserker: The Man Who Would Not Die
Delve into the gripping tale of the last berserker, set at the twilight of the Viking Age. Explore the legend of the lone axe man of Stamford Bridge, a warrior whose story of endurance and might has …
00:13:57 |
Thu 23 Jun 2022
The Horrifying Blood Eagle: Ivar the Boneless and King Ælla
Explore the chilling tale of King Ælla and the gruesome Blood Eagle execution. Dive deep into historical texts like Gesta Denorum, The Tale of Ragnar’s Sons, and the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle to uncover …
00:15:53 |
Thu 16 Jun 2022
The Legendary Order of the Jomsvikings: The Greatest Viking Warriors?
Explore the remarkable legends of the Jomsvikings, a legendary order of Viking mercenaries from the 10th and 11th centuries. Discover their incredible fighting abilities, pagan worship of Odin and Th…
00:22:24 |
Thu 09 Jun 2022
Exploring the Real Life of Harald Fairhair: Viking History Unveiled
Dive into the life of Harald Fairhair beyond the fictionalized accounts seen on TV. Discover his interactions with Ragnar Lothbrok, the great heathen army, and uncover historical truths using sources…
00:20:34 |
Thu 02 Jun 2022
Why The Vikings Were Insanely Strong: Viking Berserkers
Warriors were once an integral part of society; the best of them were highly looked up to and feared. These men couldn't be killed easily and became battlefield legends. But what if there was a state…
00:13:33 |
Thu 19 May 2022
The Real Floki (Hrafna-Flóki Vilgerðarson): Uncovering the History Behind the Mythical Viking
Explore the true story of Hrafna-Flóki Vilgerðarson, the inspiration behind the character Floki from the TV show Vikings. Discover his legacy as a master boat builder and devoted worshiper of the Nor…
00:11:51 |
Thu 12 May 2022
The Truth Behind Osiris, Set, and Horus: Gods of Egypt
Explore the fascinating and mysterious world of ancient Egyptian mythology. Learn about the significance of Osiris, Set, and Horus in one of the world's oldest civilizations. Discover how these deiti…
00:12:26 |
Mon 09 May 2022
The True Story of Fjölnir The Brotherless: The Northman's Villain
Explore the historical roots of Fjölnir the Brotherless, portrayed as Feng in Saxo Gramaticus' Gesta Denorum. Discover the tale of betrayal, revenge, and bloodshed that has inspired characters in mod…
00:15:02 |
Mon 02 May 2022
The True Story of Æthelwold: The Uncrowned Ætheling
In this episode, we delve into the true history of Æthelwold, a significant figure during the height of the Viking age. Known from the popular series 'The Last Kingdom,' Æthelwold's real life was equ…
00:10:57 |
Thu 21 Apr 2022
Exploring the True Story of Amleth: The Inspiration Behind The Northman
Discover the untold tale of Amleth, the historical legend that inspired Shakespeare's Hamlet. Delve into Saxo Grammaticus' chronicle, 'Deeds of the Danes,' to uncover a story of bloodshed, betrayal, …
00:20:38 |
Thu 14 Apr 2022
The True Story of King Æthelstan: The Last Kingdom
Discover the incredible true story of King Æthelstan, a figure celebrated as 'The Father of medieval England' and 'One of the Greatest Anglo-Saxon Kings.' Unlike the fictional portrayals in The Last …
00:15:32 |
Thu 07 Apr 2022
The True Story of Edward the Elder: The Last Kingdom
Explore the life and achievements of Edward the Elder, the largely forgotten son of Alfred the Great, known from the series 'The Last Kingdom'. Despite his father's legendary status for reclaiming la…
00:14:29 |
Thu 31 Mar 2022
The True Story of Æthelflæd: Warrior Lady of Mercia - The Last Kingdom
Discover the incredible real-life story of Æthelflæd, known as the Lady of Mercia, and her heroic campaigns against the Danes. While many are familiar with her character from The Last Kingdom, Æthelf…
00:13:33 |
Thu 24 Mar 2022
The True Story of Uhtred of Bebbanburg: The Last Kingdom Unveiled
Join us as we delve into the fascinating life of the real Uhtred, the ealdorman of Northumbria, who inspired the character in the TV series 'The Last Kingdom.' Discover how this incredible historical…
00:11:36 |
Sun 20 Mar 2022
The True Story of Harold Sigurdsson (Hardrada): Vikings Valhalla Explored
One of history’s greatest Viking kings, Harold Sigurdsson, also known as Harold Hardrada, stands out for his unmatched heroism in battle. Join us as we explore the glorious life of Harold Hardrada an…
00:18:08 |
Thu 17 Mar 2022
The True Story of King Sweyn Forkbeard | Vikings Valhalla
Explore the life and legacy of Sweyn Forkbeard, the first Viking King of England. Often overshadowed by his son, Canute the Great, Sweyn was instrumental in laying the foundation for what would becom…
00:13:45 |
Thu 10 Mar 2022
The True Story of Leif Erikson: Vikings Valhalla
Discover the fascinating and largely forgotten story of Leif Erikson, one of history's most successful explorers who discovered and explored North America, known to the Vikings as Vinland. In this ep…
00:12:03 |
Thu 03 Mar 2022
The Cruellest Female Viking: Freydís Eiríksdóttir - Vikings Valhalla
Join us as we journey to the latter half of the 10th century and the beginning of the 11th century, exploring the new land known as Vinland, now recognized as North America. This era was marked by bo…
00:12:42 |
Thu 24 Feb 2022
Edmund Ironside: The Warrior King | Vikings Valhalla
Journey back to 11th century England during the climax of the Viking Age. Discover the life of the famed warrior prince Edmund Ironside, who fought fiercely to reclaim his homeland from Viking invade…
00:22:05 |
Thu 17 Feb 2022
The Greatest Viking King: Canute The Great and the Vikings Valhalla
Discover the legendary path of Canute The Great, from tragic beginnings during the St. Brice’s Day massacre to becoming the most powerful Viking King Scandinavia has ever known. Explore tales from th…
00:22:45 |
Thu 10 Feb 2022
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