11 Best Iceland History Podcasts

1. Saga Thing

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Saga Thing is a podcast for people who love history, literature, Vikings and all things medieval. In each episode, the hosts review a saga from medieval Iceland and then dig in to categories for discussion, including: Best Bloodshed, Body Count, Notable Witticisms, Nicknames, Outlawry, Thingmen, and Ratings.MORE Hosts John Sexton, Andrew Pfrenger
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2. History of Iceland

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Iceland, often referred to as the saga island, has captivated explorers and scholars alike since the days when its mysterious name, Thule, was the only hint of its existence. Today, as a sovereign nation, Iceland has seen a surge in commercial interest and tourism, drawing visitors eager to experience its rich literary heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and the warm hospitality of its people. While many accounts of Iceland focus on the tourist experience, this podcast delves into the deeper narrative of the islands history‚a story of resilience and development...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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3. Myrka Ísland

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Fyrir alla þá sem hafa gaman af hörmungum Íslandssögunnar, hvort sem það eru stórslys, morðmál, draugasögur, galdrar eða þjóðtrú.
Producer/Network Sigrún Elíasdóttir
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4. Tímavarp - með Tona og Tótó

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Handahófskennt tímaflakk milli ára, með fókus á íslenskt samfélag. Hvað var að gerast árið 2012? Hvaða lag var vinsælasta lag ársins 1991? Hver sigraði Alþingiskosningar 1983? Toni og Tótó (Sigurður Anton og Þórhallur Þórhallsson) eru með svörin!MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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5. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Almost Completely True History of Iceland

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Season 01: The Alternative History of Iceland What if Icelanders had settled in North America during the Viking Age? What if Iceland was wiped out by a volcano and the survivors moved to Denmark? What if Iceland had been occupied by the Nazis instead of the Allies? What if the Nordic Countries had united? And what if the economic collapse had been averted? Listen to historians Valur Gunnarsson and Jón Trausti Sigurðarson talk about Icelandic history as it happened and what could have been...MORE Producer/Network The Reykjavík Grapevine
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6. The Icelandic Roots Podcast

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Showcasing Icelandic heritage and culture from the past and present through arts, language, literature, and music. Created by volunteers of the non-profit organization, Icelandic Roots.
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7. Skáld og skrælingjar

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10 þátta röð fyrir Rás 1 í umsjón Þorgerðar E. Sigurðardóttur og Halldórs Guðmundssonar.Ísland og Kaupmannahöfn í spegli bókmenntanna: Í þáttunum verða þessi aldalöngu tengsl skoðuð frá mörgum sjónarhornum. Kaupmannahöfn var í næstum 500 ár eins konar höfuðborg Íslands, aðsetur stjórnsýslunnar, æðsta dómstólsins og konungsins. Sumir Íslendingar hröktust þangað eða voru fluttir til borgarinnar nauðugir, aðrir leituðu þar frelsis og réttinda sem þeir nutu ekki heima...MORE Producer/Network RÚV Hlaðvörp
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8. Sölvadalur

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Í kringum 1960 var rafmagn lagt til sveitabæja innst í Eyjafirði sem hluti af markvissri áætlun stjórnvalda um að rafvæða landið. Sölvadal var þó sleppt. Hann er einn af dölunum innst í firðinum og þar var búið á þremur bæjum. En hvaða afleiðingar átti sú ákvörðun eftir að hafa í för með sér?  Fjallað er um byggðasögu Sölvadals og rætt við fólk sem þekkir af eigin raun hvernig er að búa á svæði sem tengdist aldrei rafveitukerfi landsins.Umsjón: Gígja Hólmgeirsdóttir Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Estimated listeners
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9. Tilraun sem stóð í þúsund ár

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Hvað fékk íbúa Flateyjar á Skjálfanda til að taka sig saman um að yfirgefa heimili sín, alla sem einn? Árið var 1967 og nokkru áður höfðu allir ábúendur flutt úr afskekktum byggðum Flateyjarskaga — landsvæði sem hafði framfleytt fjölda fólks en líka kostað fjölda mannslífa. Þarna voru mannabyggðir á ystu þröm og gerðar tilraunir með þanþol fólks. Tilraun sem stóð í þúsund ár. Umsjón og dagskrárgerð: Guðrún Hálfdánardóttir. Ritstjórn og samsetning: Þorgerður E. Sigurðardóttir. Tæknimaður: Lydía Grétarsdóttir...MORE Estimated listeners
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10. Til skjalanna

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Hvað er Þjóðskjalasafn Íslands? Forvitnileg skjöl, sögulegir viðburðir og nýjar rannsóknir
Producer/Network Hlaðvarp Þjóðskjalasafns Íslands
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11. Saga and Vikingur talk about Iceland

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Join Saga and Vikingur from Ring Routes as they take you on a journey through Iceland's history, landscapes, and legends. Just like in a game, every episode brings a new discovery—whether it's volcanoes, Viking tales, or quirky local traditions. It's the perfect podcast to listen to while driving around the country, turning your trip into an adventure full of stories, fun facts, and a bit of friendly competition. Press play, hit the road, and let the game begin!MORE Estimated listeners
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