Episode 198: Norse Deities

Welcome back, Witches! This week we’re continuing our Deities series with a deep dive into two powerful figures from Norse mythology: Freyja and Gullveig. We explore their stories, symbolism, and the roles they play in Norse mythology—from magic and transformation to gold, power, and the origins of the first war among the gods. Along the way, we talk about their connections to seiðr, mystery, and what their legends can teach us about working with powerful feminine forces in magical practice. So get in, Loser, because this week we’re stepping into the world of the Norse gods.

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Resources

1. Norse Mythology for Smart People (n.d.). Freya. Norse Mythology for Smart People. https://norse-mythology.org/gods-and-creatures/the-vanir-gods-and-goddesses/freya/
2. Molly Dowdeswell (2022). The Story, Symbols, and Powers of Freya, the Norse Goddess of Love. Ancient Origins. https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/freya-norse-goddess-0017280
3. Emma Groeneveld. (2018). Freyja. World History Encyclopedia. https://www.worldhistory.org/Freyja/
4. Francisco Huanaco (2021). Freyja: Goddess Symbols, Correspondences, Myth and Offerings. Spells8. https://spells8.com/lessons/freyja-goddess-worship/
5. Fatica, Jacqueline. Who Was Gullveig? Reconstructing One of the Most Mysterious Figures in Norse Mythology. (2025) The Wicked Griffin. https://thewickedgriffin.com/who-was-gullveig/?srsltid=AfmBOoohVVYwuTTuSGrqC7vN8CZRbLIzmw4G7jJSoqeU-0CIxD8XePYq
6. McCoy, Daniel. Gullveig. Norse-Mythology. https://norse-mythology.org/gullveig/
7. Megas, Vasilis. Gullveig: The Goddess of Magic and Gold. (2023). Vikingr. https://vikingr.org/norse-gods-goddesses/gullveig?srsltid=AfmBOor0MFDJnWYobkYLy2tK210kjcEWCfsHNtOfUUtKSXhzkgS4p69M
8. Fern. Gullveig. Fernflower Witchery. https://fernflowerwitchery.wordpress.com/gleaming-grove/gullveig/