Hybridity: The Syncretic Culture of the Norse-Gaels

Individually, the Germanic Norse and Celtic Gaels were two of the richest and most fascinating cultures of Late Antiquity and the Early Medieval Period. But when combined, they became a force to be reckoned with and went on to conquer much of Ireland, the British Isles, and the islands of the North Sea and North Atlantic under their control. What gave birth to the rise of this distinct hybrid culture? And how are its influences still being felt today? Find out in this week's episode!