The Orkneyinga Saga continues … In Part 4 we explore the conclusion of the dramatic Viking history of Orkney — from rival jarls and political intrigue to legendary figures like St Magnus — as recorded in the Orkneyinga Saga. Orcadian storyteller Tom Muir guides us through the historical events behind the saga, bringing Norse-era Orkney vividly to life with "a storytelling version" of Orkneyinga Saga. If you're searching for:<ul><li>Orkney history</li><li>Viking Scotland</li><li>Norse sagas explained</li><li>St Magnus Orkney</li><li>Scottish island history</li></ul>This episode is for you. Find more Orkney Islands history and lore on our website https://www.orkneyology.com<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Tom Muir and Rhonda Muir

In Orkney, we used to have an expression: "I'll be ower wi' the moon," meaning, "I will come and visit you when the moon is full, to light my way." In The Orkneyology Podcast: Ower wi' the moon, Tom and Rhonda Muir of the Orkney Islands in Scotland talk to fascinating and creative folk, both living in Orkney and also farther afield, usually with an Orkney connection. We chat about folklore, storytelling, books, history, life in Orkney and whatever else we find inspiring. We do hope you'll join us for a good blether. Look for the Orkneyology Podcast again on the night of the next full moon. You can find more about life in the Orkney Islands on Orkneyology.com, where Tom and Rhonda Muir explore Orkney life and history, books, travel tips, folklore and much more. Podcast music provided by Fionn McArthur Podcast image artwork by Jenny Steer For more stories of life and lore in Scotland's Orkney Islands, visit our website and learn about all things Orkney, moving to Orkney, living in Orkney, and the folklore and history of Orkney and its neighbours. https://www.orkneyology.com/ If you're so inclined, you can support our ongoing work at Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/orkneyology Every kind gift helps us both practically and by encouragement. Thank you! Buy the new extended edition of Tom Muir's Orkney folk tales, the 25th anniversary edition of The Mermaid Bride and Other Orkney Stories: https://www.orcadian.co.uk/shop/fiction-poetry-folklore-myths/1419-the-mermaid-bride-and-other-orkney-folk-tales.html?aff=3 Please browse Orkneyology Press books and other intriguing items in our shop: https://shop.orkneyology.com/<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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