Northwoods Kindred Podcast

Goði Bodvárr and Gyðia Skogul
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  • Religion & Spirituality
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This is the official Podcast of the Northwoods Kindred of Idaho. Here we will discuss all things Heathen and Asatru Kindred related.

  1. 17h ago

    Has Social Media Replaced the Hearth? // Northwoods KIndred Podcast EPI 70

    #asatru #norsepagan #heathenry #norsecommunity #northwoodskindred Social media has made it easier than ever to connect with other Heathens—but has it also changed what community means?In this episode of the Northwoods Kindred Podcast, Gothi Bodvarr and Gydia Skogul explore whether we're building genuine relationships or simply collecting followers. They discuss the role of hospitality and reciprocity in a digital world, the difference between an online audience and a true community, and how new Heathens and solo practitioners can find meaningful connection without losing sight of the hearth.What do you think? Has social media replaced the hearth, or is it simply another tool to bring people together? Share your thoughts in the comments—we'd love to hear from you. Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredhttps://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloads Northwoods Kindred Discord: https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuB Asatru Global Community Needs Survey: https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindred Discord - https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6u Amazon - https://amzn.to/3FaSQAy Website - https://www.northwoodskindred.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindred Music: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    31 min

  2. Jul 6

    Who Can You Trust Online? // Northwoods Kindred Podcast EPI 69

    #asatru #norsepagan #heathenry #norsecommunity #northwoodskindred Social media has made it easier than ever to learn about Heathenry—but with so many voices online, how do you know who to trust? In this episode, Gothi Bodvarr and Gydia Skogul discuss what makes a good teacher, why popularity doesn't always equal credibility, how to recognize red and green flags, and why it's important to think for yourself instead of following any one creator. Join us for an honest conversation about finding trustworthy guidance while staying grounded in your own Heathen journey. Atonement Boar/Peppermint Pig ⁠https://amzn.to/4oU01Wo⁠ Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindred⁠⁠https://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloads⁠Northwoods Kindred Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuB⁠Asatru Global Community Needs Survey: ⁠https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77⁠Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindred⁠Discord - ⁠https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6u⁠Amazon - ⁠https://amzn.to/3FaSQAy⁠Website - ⁠https://www.northwoodskindred.com⁠Linktree - ⁠https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindred⁠Music: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻⁠https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    27 min

  3. Jun 29

    9 Strategies for Solo Practitioners // Northwoods Kindred Podcast EPI 68

    #asatru #norsepagan #solopractice #northwoodskindred Walking the path of Asatru doesn't require a large kindred or a dedicated community. Many Heathens begin—and some choose to remain—on a solitary path. In this episode, Gothi Bodvarr and Gydia Skogul discuss 9 practical strategies to help solo practitioners build a meaningful, sustainable, and authentic Heathen practice. Whether you're new to Asatru, live far from other Heathens, or simply find yourself worshipping at your own hearth, this episode offers encouragement and practical guidance for strengthening your relationship with the gods, the land, and your ancestors. If this episode encouraged you, please like, subscribe, share this episode, and leave a comment. Every interaction helps more people discover our community and supports the growth of modern Heathenry. Atonement Boar/Peppermint Pig https://amzn.to/4oU01Wo Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredhttps://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloadsNorthwoods Kindred Discord: https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuBAsatru Global Community Needs Survey: https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindredDiscord - https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6uAmazon - https://amzn.to/3FaSQAyWebsite - https://www.northwoodskindred.comLinktree - https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredMusic: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    30 min

  4. Jun 22

    Every 13 Minutes // Mens Mental Health // Northwoods Kindred Podcast EPI 67

    #mensmentalhealth #warriors #asatru #norsepagan #northwoodskindred #shieldwall Every 13 minutes, another man is lost to suicide.Behind every statistic is a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a friend—a place left empty in the shield wall.In this episode, Gothi Bodvarr and Gydia Skogul have an honest conversation about the challenges facing men today. From the stigma surrounding mental health to the importance of purpose, brotherhood, and community, they explore what it truly means to be a strong man in today's world.Strength is not found in suffering alone. It is found in having the courage to speak, the wisdom to seek help, and the resolve to stand beside your brothers when they need you most.This Men's Mental Health Month, we challenge every listener to reach out to someone. Make the call. Send the text. Invite them to coffee. Hold the shield wall.A good man doesn't become great alone. He becomes great because his community refuses to let him fall.If you or someone you know is struggling, you don't have to face it alone. In the United States and Canada, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Compassionate, confidential support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global ⁠Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindred⁠⁠https://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloads⁠Northwoods Kindred Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuB⁠Asatru Global Community Needs Survey: ⁠https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77⁠Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindred⁠Discord - ⁠https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6u⁠Amazon - ⁠https://amzn.to/3FaSQAy⁠Website - ⁠https://www.northwoodskindred.com⁠Linktree - ⁠https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindred⁠Music: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻⁠https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    55 min

  5. Jun 15

    Going to Boot Camp as a Heathen // Northwoods Kindred Podcast EPI 66

    #asatru #norsepagan #pagan #northwoodskindred #bootcamp #militaryWhat does military service look like for a Heathen? When should you identify your faith? Should you request religious accommodations before you leave for boot camp, during training, or after arriving at your first duty station?In this episode, Gothi Bodvarr and Gydia Skogul draw on military experience, research, and conversations within the Heathen community to discuss the realities of entering military service as a Heathen. We explore faith recognition, religious accommodations, boot camp expectations, chaplain support, and practical considerations for those considering a military career.Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredhttps://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloadsNorthwoods Kindred Discord: https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuBAsatru Global Community Needs Survey: https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindredDiscord - https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6uAmazon - https://amzn.to/3FaSQAyWebsite - https://www.northwoodskindred.comLinktree - https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredMusic: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    39 min

  6. Jun 8

    Military Faith Codes: Who Gets Counted? // Northwoods Kindred Podcast EPI 65

    #asatru #norsepagan #pagan #northwoodskindred #spirituality #military In this episode, Gothi Bodvarr and Skogul Gydia take a closer look at the recent changes to the Department of Defense's religious affiliation codes and what those changes may mean for Heathens, Pagans, and other minority faith communities serving in the military.For years, Heathens fought for recognition and visibility within military systems. With the Pentagon's recent reduction of faith codes, questions are being raised about representation, accommodation, and what happens when previously recognized faiths are grouped into broader categories.Join us as we explore the history of military faith recognition, the addition of Heathen, Asatru, and other faith codes in 2017, the current controversy surrounding their removal, and the larger question at the heart of the debate:Who gets counted, and why does it matter?Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredhttps://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloadsNorthwoods Kindred Discord: https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuBAsatru Global Community Needs Survey: https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindredDiscord - https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6uAmazon - https://amzn.to/3FaSQAyWebsite - https://www.northwoodskindred.comLinktree - https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredMusic: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    33 min

  7. Jun 1

    Northwoods Kindred Podcast | Interview with Gråfjell Pt. 2

    #asatru #norsepagan #northwoodskindred #podcast In Part Two of our conversation with Northwoods Kindred kinsman Gråfjell, Gydia Skogul and Gothi Bodvarr continue exploring the challenges and rewards of living a Heathen life while serving on active duty in the United States Air Force. Stationed at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado, Gråfjell shares more of his personal experiences, lessons learned, and perspectives on duty, discipline, leadership, and faith.This is Part Two of a two-part interview with Gråfjell on the Northwoods Kindred Podcast.Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredhttps://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloadsNorthwoods Kindred Discord: https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuBAsatru Global Community Needs Survey: https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindredDiscord - https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6uAmazon - https://amzn.to/3FaSQAyWebsite - https://www.northwoodskindred.comLinktree - https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredMusic: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    47 min

  8. May 25

    Northwoods Kindred Podcast | Interview with Gråfjell Pt. 1

    #asatru #norsepagan #northwoodskindred #podcast In this special two-part episode of the Northwoods Kindred Podcast, Skogul Gydia and Gothi Bodvarr sit down with Northwoods Kindred kinsman Gråfjell for an honest conversation about faith, service, discipline, and brotherhood. Currently serving on active duty with the United States Air Force at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado, Gråfjell shares his experiences balancing military life with the living traditions of Heathenry.Together, we explore the realities of serving in today’s military while staying rooted in honor, purpose, and ancestral values. From personal struggles and growth to the meaning of kinship and dedication, this episode offers a grounded look into the life of a modern Heathen in uniform.This is Part One of a two-part interview.Follow Northwoods Kindred & Asatru Global Linktree: https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredhttps://northwoodskindred.myshopify.com/collections/digital-downloadsNorthwoods Kindred Discord: https://discord.gg/umeumVKyuBAsatru Global Community Needs Survey: https://forms.gle/eVMyqd1t54p1Y7w77Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NorthwoodsKindredDiscord - https://discord.gg/Yt6u62GW6uAmazon - https://amzn.to/3FaSQAyWebsite - https://www.northwoodskindred.comLinktree - https://linktr.ee/northwoodskindredMusic: "The Northwoods Kindred" by Gardvord Music, Fetsung, Norway. 🇧🇻https://linktr.ee/gardvord

    43 min
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This is the official Podcast of the Northwoods Kindred of Idaho. Here we will discuss all things Heathen and Asatru Kindred related.

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  • Creator
    Goði Bodvárr and Gyðia Skogul
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Goði Bodvárr and Gyðia Skogul
  • Show Website
    Northwoods Kindred Podcast

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