The Northern Traditions Podcast

We bring on a very special guest today, Tragoe. He is most known for his popular instagram account @tragoe but he is also a creator of music under the same name. Tragoe also produces videos on his YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-gw582beyDmuGn3GldkcQ) We talk about his experience growing up pagan in Greece, as well as his many projects now and in the future!

With the fundraisers huge success on Wednesday we wanted to reflect and dream on what is to come in this amazing community.

This episode is quite the roller coaster, we cover the topic of fate, as well as the what that means in our very confusing world. We talk about the eddas, video games, Nostradamus, revelations, and a women named Freydis who slapped her breast with a sword; all in this wild episode!

No matter who you are, you will struggle at times in your practice. We here at the Folk Podcast are no different, so today we share with you things we have personally struggled with following the path of old.

In this episode we discuss the importance of oaths, and also discuss the very popularized oath rings, and what they mean to the faith today.

After a year of podcasting we are finally talking about Celtic Paganism! We brought on a member of our community, Kevin, to discuss his experience and to help answer our questions on the ways of the Celts.

Ian, Baker, and myself discuss our recent experiences at the Fall Gathering 2021 in Pennsylvania. We also discuss gatherings, past, present, and future in this light hearted episode full of laughs and good stories.

Today we bring back on Amanda (@skadi_winters) to discuss her experiences with the goddess Skadi. We also discuss how different we as people prepare for winter differently than our not so distant ancestors. Somehow this episode turned into quiet the laugh, so we hope you enjoy!

We bring back on Blade (aka Babushka) to discuss his recently published book. Then the team talk about their favorite books that have helped them along their path.

In our return episode we discuss our unique experiences and viewpoints on runes within the faith.

It is officially our 1 year anniversary and our 50th episode. This is a huge achievement for any podcast, so for this episode we are giving ourselves some time of reflection. Both looking at how far we've all come personally in our practices, but also reflecting on previous memorable episodes.

Ian, myself, and Shird discuss the world tree Yggdrasil by pulling in the theories and thoughts of those within the Discord community. This episode is less about the mythology, and more about the modern interpretations of what the world tree means to us today. Grab a cup of coffee, and maybe a tin-foil hat for this wild, yet sciencey episode.

We bring on Darius (@ulfur_svikinn) to discuss his experience with Fylgia coming from a Norse Perspective as well as a Native American point of view. We will discuss what the difference between Fylgia and other spirits animals is, how to find yours, and what you can do with your Fylgia.

In this episode we bring on Keenan (@keenan_longsword) from his own podcast (Grandma and the Dwarf) to discuss his workings with the dwarves. We have little material on these mysterious beings, but they are woven throughout many of our poetic stories.

In this podcast Ian and Jacob discuss a growing concern in the norse pagan community. Primarily with beginners who seek to connect with the dread wolf himself, Fenrir.

Today we have a pretty serious subject as we bring back Kai (@camargo.kai) as well as our communities own Zak (@vanic_vibes) to both continue the conversation of the similarities of Native Tradition, and Northern Spirituality. But also to bring up a pretty serious subject, something that is effecting the Native community right now. This is a heavy talk, and if you want to help out then here are the resources Kai mentioned in the podcast: National Indian Child Care Association: https://www.nicca.us Native American Rights Fund: https://www.narf.org Native American Heritage Association: https://www.naha-inc.org National Indian Council On Aging: https://www.nicoa.org Association on American Indian Affairs: https://www.indian-affairs.org The American Indian College Fund: https://collegefund.org

In this episode we discuss why Thor and Freyr should be venerated more in our modern time. We explore the historical origins of their worship, as well as the modern benefits of following these two beings.

We bring on Mary (@valkyrieofwyrd) and Logan (@druid_of_freyja) to discuss the creation of personal and public rituals. All co-host are present so this makes this is our biggest podcast yet with 6 people! We all share our personal experiences solo practitioners, as well as our experiences from gatherings preforming for multiple people!

Today we bring on Nick (@student_of_the_old_gods) to talk about his experience being a Norse Pagan in Cape Town, South Africa. Not only do you get to hear the always amazing South African accent, but you get to hear extremely unique stories of the pagan history of Africas southern most region. If Nick can worship the Norse Gods in South Africa, we believe you can find them just about everywhere.

In this episode we discuss what things we wish we knew before starting this path. The most popular video on the Wisdom of Odin Youtube is "5 Things I wish I knew before becoming a Norse Pagan" so Jacob also gives his updated list of things after making that video more than 10 months ago.

We share our personal experiences dealing with the various kinds of road blocks, burnouts, and moments of spiritual exhaustion that effect any people following a pagan path.

In this episode we discuss Odin, and the experiences we all have had following him. We discuss heavily the various different paths one can take to grow closer, and learn from the one-eyed wanderer.

In this episode we discuss the Gods/Beings who do not get mentioned a lot in general within Heathen circles. So today we give some podcast time to Gods like Sif, Aegir, Ran, Vidar, and many more!

Shird's brother recently started following the old ways, so we brought him on the show to discuss what questions he has as a new practitioner.

Parker thought he was just coming to pick up some gifts, but instead I roped him into the podcast! Parker (@sonofthevanir) is a hard man to pin down as he spends most of his time in the forest, often honoring the Vanir gods. In this episode we discuss with him his experience in working with Freyr, and we also explore the complexities of the Aesir and Vanir relationship!

After 34 episodes we finally let Ian off the chain and talk about his lady love, Hel. An often misunderstood Goddess whom we will all one day surely meet. We discuss both Ian's personal experience with her, as well as what research remains of her in the Prose and Poetic Edda's.

We continue our conversation on viking representation in media, this time discussing video games specifically. We talk about our favorite moments in viking video games, as well as what we would like to see moving forward!

It has been a long time since I have mentioned "the hall" so in this video I give an update on the progress of searching for a a place to build. We also discuss our hopes and dreams of what such a place will be like in the years to come.

In this episode we talk about a range of topics with The Wildlings (@wildlingwoods) a crafty couple who create unique items out of sustainable natural elements. From bones, to willow wood, to deer skin, this pair creates some truly amazing work, and have quite the story to share!

We bring on Ben (@oaksandoaths) who runs his own podcast, as well as an instagram account for mens health. He recently found out he is going to become a father, so we took this time to discuss what he looks forward to as being a dad. We also discuss how we view parenthood in our modern world, as well as modern pagans.

We explore the multiple avenues of magical practice with a returning guest, Erik (@erickdoesnthaveig). We discuss runes, seidr, shamanism, and much more!

In this episode we bring on Austin (@austinwandering) to discuss animals and their place in paganism. From signs, fylgia, and visions. We discuss personal experiences as well as historical sources to share the importance of Animals in paganism.

In this episode we discuss how wandering can make a huge impact on your life. That even small trips can make a huge difference in how you can see the world. As always this episode is filled with moments of hilarity and deep thoughts on the modern world we live in, through the pagan lens.

In this episode we reunite the podcast team at last! We decided to have a round table discussion on ritual clothing, both in public and private practice.

We bring on Kai to discuss his interesting story, having both been raised with the Native Lakota beliefs, and now practicing Norse Paganism. We draw connections between the two worlds, that every day, appear to grow ever more closely.

We discuss an interesting take on Loki with Claire (@chaotic_claire) who is from the Netherlands. We also discuss her history with intense dreams, and her background in Wicca.

In this episode we bring on Terry (@loki.son99) to discuss the Norse concept of the afterlife. Which means we tackle the question of who goes to Valhalla, and is Hel that bad of a place?

We answer a community question on the Norse Creation Myth, and how literal we thought it to be. We also tackle other subjects of the Poetic Edda that seem to work with science, instead of against it.

We bring on Matthew (@soil_shaman) a homesteader from Montana, to discuss life living off the grid. And how that has effected his personal heathen practices. He also runs his own YouTube: Eihwaz Initiations

We bring on Heath (@ravn_ager) who is our community chronicler, to discuss the importance of preserving our stories now. So that future generations can have a history to look back on.

We invited Hew from The Raven's Eye (@the_ravens_eye_kindred) YouTube channel to discuss his upcoming projects, as well as talk about his work in magic!

Myself, Ian, and Caleb Baker the time to answers from the community submitted a poll on The Wisdom of Odin instagram.

This video serves as an interview of myself and Caleb Baker as we return from our weekend celebrating Yule with the folk in Kentucky!

We bring on Kaodin (@planty_pagan) to discuss her job working for the military, where she is actively seeking to improve representation of pagan individuals who are currently in the US Military. We tackle a lot of subjects in this video including beards, mjolnirs, altars, and other religious accommodations for active duty service members!

This episode will have a video podcast also featured on the Wisdom of Odin YouTube, if you would like to see our faces for once. Otherwise we are covering an important topic to us co-host: Taking your time with the faith. This is geared towards new practitioners as they take their first steps into Norse Paganism.

In episode 15 we bring on Forrest Munden from The Salty Soldier (@munden_forrest). We discuss the importance of nutrition and maintaining a healthy body. As long as the influences of stoicism with norse paganism. We also discuss these topics in relation with Men's health!

In this episode wearing on Raul (@cenizasdelragnarok) to discuss his time working with Bragi as both a Musician, and a native Spanish speaker. Raul is a close member of the community so this episode is a good casual hang out with friends. Something I think Bragi would appreciate!

In this casual episode the co-host Jacob (@thewisdomofodin), Ian (@desert_pagan), and Shird (@bigshirdks) sit down to discuss viking/pagan representation within modern media. With Assassin Creed Valhalla's recent release many more people will become interested in the old gods. However the story of Viking history in media goes long before now. Join us as we discuss this topic and have a few good laughs!

In episode 12 we talk to Myron (@myga1123) on his over 30+ years involved in the faith, as well as his experience being a martial arts instructor, a veteran law enforcement officer, and even a MMA referee. If you are interested in following the warrior path of Odin this is the podcast for you!

We deep dive into the practice of seidr magic with Erik. Through his story and wise words we give a brief introduction into the mysterious practice. We also discuss the mythology of Nantucket Island, and overall pagan practice.