Lunar & Obsidian
Did you know our primitive ancestors sat under dark, starry nights with faces lit by an open fire — kind of like a fireside chat? They would share inspiration, lore, battle decompressions, adventures, and most importantly... they would gain connection to one another. Creating cohesion and bonding is what builds the strongest of communities. I can’t wait to share my personal adventures (the good, the bad, the ugly with some humor and a dash of sass). There will also be some Norse mythological lore, education about fiercely navigating the great outdoors, and tips on how to level up your badass points in everyday life! So bring a horn of mead, a cozy blanket, and your wild ass heart! That fiery passion for life is about to get relit. I’ll meet you every Friday or shall I say Freyja's Day for that much needed big kid escapism right by the fire. After all, we need to slow down, be present, and have more fun!
-Andrea, The Untamed Dame
Lunar & Obsidian
5: Get to Know Your Host Series I Norse Culture of the Viking Age
In this episode, I cover all things Norse. We will get into some terminology: Old Nose, Norse, Nordic, Viking, Vikingr, Drengr, runes and more. The topics I share about are cited from many sources including the renowned Dr. Jackson Crawford, former Colorado University and UCLA professor in specializing in Old Norse language, mythology, and literature.
I share my introductory into this culture as a young girl, being a Norse witch, and how to navigate the outdoors like a "Viking". I get into how the culture and mythos inspired me to brand Wild Experience Gear and The Wild Experience Life podcast around Norse mythos. Also, I shared the company logo's meaning (Ægishjamur Icelandic symbol), and how it can relate to you when you head outdoors embracing being the badass you are inside.
I tapped into a little Skald (Norse storyteller) moment reading you two excerpts from the Hávamál at the very end.
Enjoy! Skål!
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