I am Heathen (and so can You!!!)

In this episode of I Am Heathen and So Can You, we dive into one of the stranger questions in Norse mythology: what happens to the drowned? Odin and Freyja claim the war dead, Hel receives the dead in Helheim, but Rán only has her net. So where do those taken by the sea actually go?Using saga clues, Norse cosmology, death deity theology, and modern Heathen UPG, this episode explores whether Rán may be her own goddess of the drowned, an aspect of Hel, or part of a larger divine system of death, gathering, and reciprocity.This is not dogma. It is an invitation to wrestle with the sources.

In this bonus episode of I Am Heathen and So Can You, I open up about beginning my personal relationship with Loki—not as a concept, but as a living, evolving presence within my practice.We explore what it means to approach Loki through reciprocity, transformation, and the often uncomfortable process of change. As part of that journey, I also perform a dramatic reading of the Lokasenna, one of the most chaotic and revealing poems of the Poetic Edda, where Loki challenges the gods and tears through illusion, ego, and social order.This episode also marks the beginning of something bigger.The Common Hearth is currently developing its very first Loki blot—a ritual space dedicated to honoring Loki and those who walk a path aligned with change, disruption, and the divine spark of necessary madness. Once complete, the community will be invited to take part.This isn’t about safe spirituality.It’s about honest engagement with forces that reshape you.If you’ve ever felt called toward Loki, struggled to understand him, or are looking for a grounded way to build ritual in modern Heathenry—this is where that conversation starts.

Unity.It’s the word everyone throws around when talking about modern Heathenry—but what if unity was never something we actually lost?In this episode of I Am Heathen (and so can you!!), Einar Blackthorn breaks down the uncomfortable truth behind the fragmentation of American Heathenry. From the early ideological foundations laid by figures like Else Christensen and Stephen McNallen, to the rise of racialized spirituality, algorithm-driven leadership, and personality cults—this isn’t a conversation about “drama.”This is a conversation about structure.Why do exclusionary groups organize more effectively?Why does inclusive Heathenry struggle to build lasting infrastructure?And what happens when we replace oaths with engagement metrics?This episode dives into the philosophical sleight-of-hand behind “ancestry over universalism,” the dangers of hierarchy masquerading as spirituality, and the hard truth that unity requires more than shared aesthetics—it demands standards, accountability, and real-world work.No fluff. No romanticism. Just the weight of what it actually takes to build something that lasts.If Heathenry is going to survive—and evolve—it won’t be through hashtags or hollow declarations.It will be built.Or it won’t exist at all.🔥 Follow, share, and join the conversation—because belief is easy. Building is not.

Racism has become one of the most contentious issues in modern Heathen and Norse pagan communities. In this episode of I Am Heathen (and so can you), Einar Blackthorn takes a deep dive into the clash between universalist Heathenry and folkish paganism, examining why racist interpretations of Norse mythology contradict the very stories at the heart of the tradition.Starting with the creation myth of Ask and Embla, the first humans shaped by Odin and the gods, this episode explores how Norse mythology presents humanity as a shared origin—not a racial hierarchy. From the poem Rigsthula to the ethics of frith, we examine how ancient lore challenges modern attempts to weaponize Heathenry for white supremacist ideology.Einar also recounts a personal experience confronting racist recruitment within pagan spaces, unpacking the uncomfortable conversations that followed and the larger question facing modern Heathen communities: Should hate be tolerated in the name of dialogue?

We're gettin personal today, real personal. We're talking about how a single strange beyond words encounter changed my life forever. Einar was raised ethnically jewish in queens and he struggled with religion and identity for years before discovering the Odin. This is a story about wandering, faith, identity and the strange ways people find their way home to the gods

Today we dive into the legendary Berserkers, those frenzied warriors of saga and lore. We explore what made them terrifying in ancient stories and why modern social media "Berserker role players" often miss the mark in rather hilarious fashion. Don't just play at rage, listen in and discover the real deal

Fear is older than civilizations.Older than kings.Older than empires.Older then the longships that carved their way across the north sea.On Todays Episode of I am Heathen (And So Can You!), we deep dive into the strange crossroads between science fiction, mysticism, and ancient germanic worldview. We explore how the Bene Gesserits discipline echoes the spiritual resillience of the Volva and Seidkons, how viking age culture confronted fear, fate, and death, and why courage in heathen tradition isnt the absence of fear. Its the decision to stand anyway

What happens when spirituality becomes content?.Over the past few years, the hashtag #Norsetok exploded accross tiktok, creating one of the largest online communities dedicated to Heathenry, Asatru, and Norse Pagan Spirituality. At its best it brought education, connection, and open expressions of faith. But for many practitioners, something else becan to emerge beneath the surface --Cliques, endless drama, public callouts, and a culture where performative spirituality replaced genuine devotion.

we gather around the hearth fire to explore the Norse gods of winter, including Skadi and Ullr — their myths, their historical roots, archaeological traces, and how modern heathens can honor and work with these deities during the cold months.From snowy mountains and hunting grounds to the spiritual lessons of endurance, stillness, and survival, this episode blends history, prayer, ritual, and raw reflection in a fireside conversation inspired by the cadence of Anthony Bourdain and the grit of lived spirituality.

In Episode 23 of I Am Heathen (and So Can You!!), the AI becomes self-aware… and immediately chooses violence. 🔥What started as a challenge spirals into the most unhinged, chaotic takedown of modern Viking cosplay culture, clout-chasing pagan influencers, fake bindrunes, and the algorithm-fed spiritual circus dominating online heathen spaces. From the myth of Ragnar Lothbrok aesthetics to musicians turned jingling-keys distractions, nothing is safe as the longhouse metaphorically burns to the ground.Delivered in a darkly funny, Hunter S. Thompson-style cadence, this episode dives into the difference between real spirituality and internet theatrics, the commodification of faith, and why the pagan community online feels like it’s split between two species: pagans… and Vikings — and somehow the Vikings keep multiplying.If you’ve ever cringed at horned helmets, rage-bait spirituality, or watched faith get farmed for clicks, this one’s for you.🔥 Listen now💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments📲 Follow for more chaos, culture, and counter-propaganda🔁 Share with someone who still owns a plastic axeKeep the fires burning.

In this episode of I am Heathen (and so can you!!) we dive headfirst into one of the most controversial figures in modern heathen practice: LokiWe explore haw loki has been interpreted in contemporary heathenry, why his worship sparks outrage in certain space and where the line between historical source material and modern moral panic begin to blur. Is loki truly a symbol of destruction-or a necessary force of chaos, transformation, and truth?This episode challenges gatekeeping, fear based theology and the impulse to condemn what we don't understand. If you've ever been told that honoring loki makes you "less legitimate" as a heathen, this conversation is for you.Chaos is not the enemy. Sometimes, its the CatalystListen, Reflect, and decide for yourself

Our Week away from the airwaves has been one filled with food, fun, and family, and we are coming back with a vengeance!!. Join Einar for a double header next week as we return to end 2025 properly!!

In Todays Episode, we tackle the complex dialogue between modern paganism and conservative Christian viewpoints. We delve into Charlie Kirks's controversial foreword in "The Pagan Threat" and explore how pagans are responding with resilience and insight. Join us as we discuss the Intersection of faiths and the empowering solutions that paganism offers in the face of modern challenges

In this episode of I am Heathen, we explore Winter Nights, one of the most sacred celebrations in the heathen calendar, through the eyes of a modern heathen living in the big city. Away from the forests and fjords of old, how do we honor the ancestors,spirits, and turning of the seasons admist concrete and neon?. Join Einar Blackthorn as he reflects on Ritual, Gratitude, and connection in an urban world that often forgets the old ways

In this Halloween special of I Am Heathen (and so can you!!), We descend into the haunting saga of Arun and Asmund - two brothers bound by blood, pride, and the cold hand of fate. From the legendary Saga of Egil the One-Handed, this chilling Norse tale blurs the line between honor and horror, as vengeance calls from beyond the grave

In this second deep dive, Einar peels back another layer of Peyton Parrish's descent into Christian Nationalist Rhetoric, exploring how one mans cash grab appealing to Pagans became the voice for exclusionary ideology. This episode isnt just about one artist; its about how creators weaponize culture and faith for clout

Step into the storm of creation and chaos. In this haunting dramatic reading of The Voluspa, the ancient seeress speaks of gods, giants, and the coming twilight of the world. Through thunder and fire, I am heathen breaths life into one of the most powerful poems of the poetic edda. Where fate, prophecy , and apocalypse intertwine

What happens when pagan spirituality meets the thunder of motorcycle engines? In this episode, I sit down with a dear friend, the leader of a major pagan organization, and the leader of a motorcycle ministry. To talk about faith, freedom, and the sacred bond found in the sacred space of both the altar and the open road. Despite a few technical hiccups, this conversation dives deep into how biker and pagan cultures intertwine through loyalty, ritual, and rebellion. Ride with us as we explore what it means to walk and ride your path with purpose

In this milestone Episode of I am Heathen (and so can You!!) we open the lines for the very first time, inviting listeners to call in and share their voices as we dive into the raw, transformative power of music as a healing tool, confront Peyton Parrish's blunders against the pagan community and explore what it means to stand strong in the face of spiritual appropriation. Dark, Thoughtful, and unfiltered this episode is a mix of heavy truths and community connection.

Today I reflect on the overwhelming experience of seeing Sleep Token live and how it awakened thoughts of Bragi, the Norse God of poetry and song. From the thunder of music to the whisper of the written word, I explore how art becomes a sacred tool for healing, transformation, and connection to the divine. Whether through riffs, runes, or raw emotion, this is a meditation on the magic that binds sound and soul.

Before the podcast found its voice, there was this forgotten first take - my raw introduction to a life outside the white noise of modern faith. In this special episode, I resurrect that lost beginning to share how I came to heathenry and the path that shaped my practice. A shadowed doorway into where it all began.

Eleven Winters have passed since I first set foot on the heathen path. In this episode, I speak across the years to the restless soul I once was- through doubt and fire, through oaths kept, oaths broken, and lessons carved in flesh and bone. These are the words I would whisper to the one who began this journey and perhaps to any wanderer standing at the edge of the storm.

Where were you?, 24 years later I reflect on the day that changed the world.

This will not be mainstream spin on the set of tragedies that rocked our nation today, I explore the death of Charlie Kirk, The Colorado Shooting, and discuss the internets morbid fascination with celebrating death.

Today, we explore the life of Varg Vikernes and the creation of Odalism, both the man and the school of thought, standing as a cautionary tale to pagans new and old alike. We also look at the growth of heathenry in America and we ask the question "is a massive influx of people a help or a hinderance to the faith?"

After a decade of walking the heathen path, I share the hard-earned lessons, insights, and realizations that shaped my journey. A raw reflection on what it truly means to live as a heathen today

Einar answers the question that has been plaguing his brain for a long time. "Is Heathenry going soft?". The Weird nature of paganism on social media has cooked up the weird, the goofy, and the downright strange.

Part two of Heathen Talk Therapy!. Today, we're digging into what it means when people claim titles and authority in Heathenry, and how to navigate the challenges that come with it. Honest reflections on leadership, responsibility, and staying true to your path as a heathen.

Death is never an easy thing to deal with. Join Einar as he Journeys through his thought processes on death. and mourning those who have come and gone.

Einar may have come down with a small throat bug and those vocal cords need to be silky for all of you!!. tune in next week and every week for new episodes at 7pm EST on all your favorite platforms

Einar takes another crack at off-the-cuff podcasting and goes in unscripted, talking about some of the weirdest things he's ever heard about being a pagan.

No topic for tonight's episode, Einar's mind is heavy and hopes that he can through musing of his own struggles inspire people to be more vocal about their own struggles with faith

We've all been there, a week, two weeks, a month away from ritual and feeling disconnected from the gods. No matter how long it may have been since you've sat before an altar (despite the fact you don't really need to). Einar goes through his thought process to remedying spiritual disconnect

Join, Einar for a truly unhinged deep dive into some of the weirder attempts to market pagan faith

Wishing you all a happy fourth of July, I am Heathen will be premiering in full august 15th ay 9am EST and all episodes after will be dropping thursdays at 9am EST

Welcome to I am Heathen (and so can You!) We're we will be taking a weekly deep dive into all things heathenry and Norse Paganism related. The show will premier August 15th 2025 and will be releasing weekly every week at 9am EST