History Profiles

Delve into the Viking world where death, burial rituals, and Valhalla were intertwined with honor, fate, and the afterlife.
Discover Viking beliefs about what happens after death, who was deemed worthy of Valhalla, and the realities of warrior burials. How factual are the tales of burning ships and heroic deaths?
Explore Viking funerals, Norse mythology, and afterlife beliefs, along with burial customs and rituals honoring the dead. Uncover truths as historians and archaeologists separate myths from reality regarding Norse perceptions of death.
If Viking history, Norse mythology, ancient religions, archaeology, and the darker aspects of Viking culture intrigue you, this episode is a must-listen.
Song: The Hunt by Savfk (copyright and royalty-free soundtrack music) Link
Music by Alexander Nakarada - CreatorChords Track: Celtic Music → "Grundar" by Alexander Nakarada (Royalty Free) Link


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The Viking Age dramatically reshaped England's kingdoms, particularly Northumbria and East Anglia. This episode delves into the Viking kings who ruled these lands, exploring the rivalries, wars with Anglo-Saxons, and the turbulent world of the Danelaw. Discover how ambitious warlords rose from raiders to kings, capturing thrones through force and intrigue.
Learn about the brutal invasions, shifting alliances, and the significant battlegrounds that influenced England's future. This captivating narrative highlights conquest, betrayal, and survival in one of Britain's most violent and fascinating historical periods.
Timeline:
00:00:00: Viking Kings of Northumbria
01:05:04: Viking Kings of East Anglia
Music by Savfk - The Hunt

00:00:00: Viking Kings of Northumbria01:05:04: Viking Kings of East Anglia
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For centuries, the windswept islands of Orkney and Shetland were central to the Viking world. These remote northern strongholds, governed by formidable Norse jarls, became hubs of warfare, trade, and fierce rivalry. From legendary sea-kings to the influential Earls of Orkney, their tales have shaped the islands over generations. Join us as we delve into the stories of the Viking lords who once ruled the North Atlantic's edge.
Music by Alexander Nakarada - CreatorChordsTrack: Celtic Music → "Grundar" by Alexander Nakarada (Royalty Free)Listen on YouTube


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See show notes: https://inlet.fm/history-profiles/episodes/6aa2f13073af9fd8da66d774
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The Jomsvikings were among the most feared elite warriors of the Viking Age—disciplined mercenaries whose reputation spread across northern Europe. In this episode, we follow Thorkell the Tall and the great Viking raids on England, as powerful fleets descended on the kingdom in search of silver, tribute, and conquest. From devastating attacks on English towns and churches to battles against royal armies, the Jomsviking campaigns helped push England into one of the most dangerous periods of its history.
We explore Thorkell’s role in the invasions, the brutal raids that terrorised the English countryside, the elite mercenary culture of the Jomsvikings, and the political struggles that eventually drew these warriors into the service of kings on both sides of the conflict.
Music by Alexander Nakarada - CreatorChordsTrack: Celtic Music → "Grundar" by Alexander Nakarada (Royalty Free)Link: YouTube


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See show notes: https://inlet.fm/history-profiles/episodes/6a99b6ff70e8e350494576cc
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Explore the remarkable story of Odo of Paris, one of the most significant rulers of late ninth-century West Francia. Prior to his kingship, Odo was the Count of Paris and earned immense acclaim during the Viking siege of 885–886. His bravery and leadership helped defend the city against a formidable Norse army.
Odo's valor during the siege elevated his stature, leading to his selection as King of West Francia in 888. He ruled until 898, marking the beginning of the Robertian dynasty, which would later evolve into the House of Capet. His reign coincided with the fragmentation of the Carolingian Empire, as West Francia began its transformation into what would become modern France. Discover the story of Odo's impactful legacy.
Music by: Noel Malekar
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