Mathias Nordvig has a PhD in Old Norse literature with focus on Old Norse mythology. He teaches subjects on Old Norse literature and culture, Nordic witchcraft and pre-Christian religion, and Arctic cultures at the University of Colorado-Boulder. His primary research interests are critical whiteness studies, the reception of Old Norse mythology in pop-culture and music, and Old Norse mythology as a land-based conceptual framework for life in the pre-Christian North.
Publications
Mathias has published books and articles since 2013. He recently published the book Old Norse Mythology (2025). Explore his publications here.
Podcast
Mathias puts out a monthly podcast called The Sacred Flame, where he tackles issues related to our modern life through the lens of the Nordic story-world.
Education
Mathias works with musicians, artists, and activists to create educational experiences for anyone who is interested in deeper land-based connections with our world.
Mathias Nordvig: mythology : history : art 