The Raven Protector – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. A Tyrant Farm Owner Long ago, in the northern reaches of Iceland, there was a farmstead call...
16 Aug 20249min
Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland – Response Episode 5
This is the fourth episode for my segment “Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland”. Thank you to everyone who sent in questions. If you would like to submit a question, please use this link. You can check...
14 Aug 202430min
The Troll Woman & The Lazy Wife – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. The Lazy Farmer’s Wife Many centuries ago, a hard working farmer that lived below the Eyjafj...
9 Aug 20248min
The Eastfjord’s Prophetess – Folklore Friday
At the summit of Hólmaháls, just above the road, lies the grave mound of a Völva, or prophetess, who has been believed to protect Reyðarfjörður and Eskifjörður from sea attacks for centuries. W...
2 Aug 20245min
The Lore Behind the Northern Lights in Iceland – Folklore Friday
In the mystic landscapes of Iceland, the northern lights weave tales as ancient as the glaciers. According to some Icelandic folklore, these shimmering lights are more than just natural phenomena. Thi...
26 Jul 20248min
Your Complete Guide to Celebrate Pride in Reykjavík, Iceland
Whether you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, visiting Iceland during Pride is an unforgettable experience. This guide will delve into why you should consider timing your visit to coincide w...
24 Jul 202417min
Bárður The Guardian of Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Bárður’s Background Bárður’s mother was human, while his father was half giant (risi) and ha...
19 Jul 202410min
The Icelandic Waterfall of the Gods – Folklore Friday
This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Back in the year 1000 AD Þorgeir, the Law Speaker in Althingi or Icelandic Parliament, made ...
12 Jul 20245min
