Volcanic Turbulence: Grindavík State of Emergency, Tremors, Blue Lagoon Spa, and Lava Strikes in Iceland
Julian Lozos is an Associate Professor of Geophysics at California State University, Northridge. His work uses computer modeling techniques to understand earthquake processes, most notably within the ...
29 Dec 202336min
Nelson Gerrard Part 2 - Myth, Story, Community | Western Iceland Genealogy | Farming
Part 2 of our interview with Nelson Gerrard; we delve deeper into his literary journey and the intricate process of bringing his books to publication as way to give back to the community that had supp...
24 Dec 202337min
Nelson Gerrard Part 1 - Historian on Western Icelandic Heritage & Restoring the Past
Recorded within the historic walls of Éngimýri, a kaffi-fueled discourse with the great Nelson Gerrard, a Manitoba-based historian, genealogist, and author of Icelandic River Saga and The Icelandic He...
25 Nov 202334min
The Genealogist’s Bookshelf: Unveiling Family Tales with Heather Lytwyn
Heather Lytwyn is a dedicated genealogy enthusiast who uncovers the fascinating history of her family in what she calls 'Virtual Family Reunion.' Heather, with over 30 years of teaching English, now l...
16 Nov 202339min
Viking Saga: Zachary Sigurdson on History, Reenactment, and Writing Books
In an engaging rendezvous, Owen Roberts reconnects with his fellow Snorri Alumni, Zach Sigurdson. In their conversation they discuss Viking History and the reaching of North America (Vinland) along wi...
30 Okt 202320min
Mallory Swanson on Icelandic Emigration, Genealogy | Horses, Hofsós & Heritage
In this episode, Jack welcomes Mallory Swanson from the Emigration Centre, Vesturfararsetrið, to share her personal journey of connecting to her Icelandic Roots, leading her to make Iceland her home. ...
15 Aug 202358min
Saga of a Snorri - Special Icelandic Roots Report by Jack Plumley
In this special bonus episode, Jack shares excerpts from an article he wrote for the Icelandic Roots Blog. The story delves into his captivating journey back to Iceland for the Snorri Internship, unve...
11 Aug 202318min
Icelandic Festival Of Manitoba - Islendingadagurinn with Marilyn Valgardson
In this special episode, we delve into the heart of one of North America's oldest and most vibrant ethnic celebrations: the Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, held in the picturesque town of Gimli, Canad...
2 Aug 202323min
