The Northern Traditions Podcast

The Northern Traditions Podcast

Author: The Wisdom of Odin Language: English Episodes: 100
Hosted by Jacob from The Wisdom of Odin, The Northern Traditions Podcast is a conversation rooted in the lived experience of modern pagan practice. This isn't a lecture series from an ivory tower, but a gathering around the digital hearth. Each episode is built directly from the questions and curiosities of the community itself, creating a responsive and deeply relevant dialogue. Jacob is joined by three regular co-hosts, offering multiple perspectives and ensuring the discussion remains dynamic and grounded. You'll hear interviews with fellow practitioners who share their personal journeys, struggles, and insights, providing a real-world look into how these ancient traditions are woven into contemporary life. The core mission of this podcast is twofold: to delve into the nuances of belief, ritual, and history with a focus on clear, accessible information, and perhaps more importantly, to foster a profound sense of connection. It’s about exploring the depth of the path while being reminded that walking it doesn't have to be a solitary endeavor. Whether you are newly curious or have been on this path for years, the conversations here aim to inform the mind and fortify the spirit, creating a reliable space for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of northern spiritual traditions.
Episodes
Episode 30: Magical Practice in Heathenry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:11
We explore the multiple avenues of magical practice with a returning guest, Erik (@erickdoesnthaveig). We discuss runes, seidr, shamanism, and much more!
Episode 29: Animals in Paganism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:44
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…
Episode 28: Wandering and Self-Reliance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:52
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 d…
Episode 27: A Discussion on Ritual Clothing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:26
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.
Episode 26: Discussing Native American spirituality with Kai [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:30
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…
Episode 25: The Trickster Magician from the Netherlands [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:11
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.
Episode 24: The Norse Afterlife [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:06
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?
Episode 23: The Norse Creation Myth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:04
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.
Episode 22: Homesteading, Sustainability, and Cultivation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:46
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
Episode 21: Preserving our Modern History [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:02
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.