That JORVIK Viking Thing Podcast
In Viking times, a ‘Thing’ was a gathering; a place where leaders and warriors could meet and talk. In the 21st century, our ‘Thing’ is a virtual place where Viking academics and enthusiasts from around the world can come together to share knowledge.
Join Miranda and Lucas, from the JORVIK Viking Centre, as they delve into another fascinating topic about Vikings, archaeology, and more!
- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 33 minutes
- Episodes
- 96
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
A Journey Through Roman York
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the historic streets of York, known in the Roman period as Eboracum. On this immersive tour, you'll meet Roman characters who bring the grandeur of the c…
'Master Victor, may you have a lucky win’ - Roman York’s Gladiators
'Domine Victor vincas felix' - ‘Master Victor, may you have a lucky win'
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2025!
Join us for this series of episodes exploring the hi…
‘To the divinity of the Emperor’ - The Roman Emperors in York
‘Numini Augusti’ - ‘To the divinity of the Emperor’
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2025!
Join us for this series of episodes exploring the history and archaeology…
‘To the spirits of the departed’ - York’s Roman Dead
‘Dis Manibus’ - ‘To the spirits of the departed’
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2025!
Join us for this series of episodes exploring the history and archaeology of…
‘Willingly and deservedly fulfilled his vow’ - Gods and Religion in Roman York
‘Votum solvit laetus libens merito’ - ‘Willingly and deservedly fulfilled his vow’
The Eboracum Roman Festival is returning to York from 19th - 31st May 2025!
Join us for this series of episodes explor…
A Journey Through Medieval York
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the historic streets of York, which was one of the greatest and most important cities of Medieval England. On this immersive tour, you'll meet Medieval c…
A Journey Through Viking York
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the historic streets of York, known in the Viking Age as Jorvik. On this immersive tour, you'll meet Viking characters who bring the city's 200 years of …
Runes and Remedies: Exploring Viking Medicine
Join Miranda and Max as they delve into the fascinating world of Viking medicine, exploring remedies for ailments ranging from joint pain to the fear of being struck by lightning. Delving into ancien…
Viking Bestiary: Dwarfs in Norse Myths and Sagas
In the latest episode in our Viking Bestiary series, we're shifting our focus from the enchanting world of Elves (who we spoke about a few episodes ago) to the realm of Dwarfs. Join us as we delve de…
JORVIK Viking Centre Gallery Walk Through: Shoes, Sheaths, and Silk
Join Miranda and Max as they continue their stroll around the JORVIK Viking Centre.
This time they're discussing a display case filled with some smaller and more ornate personal items worn by the peop…
Mythical Mischief Revisited:Loki and the Golden Apples
Thank you all who partook in JORVIK Viking Festival 2024, whether in person or online! We had so much fun that we need a small hiatus to recover, so this week we'll take a look back at a saga from la…
The JORVIK Viking Centre Gets the Herefordshire Hoard
Discovered by metal detectorists near Leominster in 2015, the Herefordshire Hoard consists of silver coins, gold jewellery and a single silver ingot. It was buried between AD 870 and AD 879 and is l…
Viking Bestiary: Elves in Norse Myths and Sagas
Explore the captivating world of Elves in Norse mythology, from mischievous folklore creatures to epic, magical beings.
We are again joined by Max, a JORVIK Viking Centre veteran, as we navigate thro…
Cracking Kennings and Confounding Riddles: Viking and Anglo-Saxon Wordplay
Join us this New Year's Day for an intriguing exploration of Viking riddles!
Today were joined by Max, a seasoned JORVIK Viking, who unveils the world of Viking riddles, from clever kennings to the d…
The Tale of Audun and the Polar Bear
In the spirit of the season, we're taking a short break for Christmas, but fear not – we have a special treat for you. Join us for a nostalgic revisit of one of our favourite episodes: "The Tale of A…
Ragnarok Unveiled: Twilight of the Gods
It's getting cold, and dark, which means its the perfect time to talk about Ragnarok - the coldest and darkest story of all!
In this episode, we journey deep into the heart of Norse mythology to unra…
A Journey to Ad Gefrin with the Anglo-Saxons
As some of you may know, the Vikings we celebrate and teach people about were Anglo-Scandinavians, meaning they were part Norse and part Anglo-Saxon.
In this episode we get hear more about the Anglo-…
Amleth: The Viking Saga Behind Hamlet and The Northman
Get ready to set sail back in time with us this week as we revisit the captivating tale of Amleth, the inspiration behind Shakespeare's Hamlet and Robert Eggers's The Northman (2022).
In this episode…
How to Train Your Ormr: Dragons in the Viking Age
Join us as we delve into the intriguing world of Viking dragons. Unlike the majestic winged fire-breathing dragons of modern fantasy, these creatures from Old Norse mythology are a diverse and enigma…
JORVIK Viking Centre Gallery Walk Through: Brooches, Buckles and Blades
Join Lucas and Miranda as they continue their stroll around the JORVIK Viking Centre.
This time they're discussing a display case filled with some of the smaller personal items worn by the people of V…