Join fellow author K.S. Barton and myself for a deep dive into the world of Norse women. Check back to this page for new episodes and more! Linktree to Shieldmaidens, Women of the Norse World
Shieldmaidens: Women of the Norse World is a monthly podcast that takes a deep dive into the lives of women in the Viking Age, exploring their roles, experiences, and contributions to Norse society.
Hosted by fiction authors Johanna Wittenberg and K.S. Barton, each episode explores the fascinating stories of Norse women from historical accounts, sagas, and archaeology. From shieldmaidens and queens to farmers and priestesses, we’ll uncover the varied and complex roles that women played in Norse culture.
Join us as we explore the rich and often overlooked history of Viking women.
Linktree to Shieldmaidens, Women of the Norse World
https://www.youtube.com/@WomenoftheNorseWorldPodcast
Shieldmaidens is #4 in this list of top podcasts of the Viking Age! Read The Viking Herald article here:
https://thevikingherald.com/article/top-11-podcasts-navigating-the-viking-age/593?
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