History of the Viking Age (soft spoken ASMR)

Published 2023-08-21
In this soft spoken ASMR bedtime story, I tell you about the History of the Norsemen in the Middle Ages. At the end of the Eighth Century, they embarked on raids, explorations and conquests farther and farther from their homelands in Scandinavia. This took them as far east as the Volga River in Russia and Byzantium, and as far west as America, even though they did not stay there for long. They founded colonies such as Iceland or Vineland in Newfoundland, Canada, created new states such as the Kievan Rus', and settled in regions like Yorkshire or Normandy. We explore the reasons why they suddenly became outward looking, what their societies were like, and how things unfolded until christianisation and the formation of larger kingdoms in Scandinavia (in Norway, Sweden and Denmark), that put an end to the Viking Age.

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Credits: Script and narration by the French Whisperer, visuals by the French Whisperer, under Wikipedia Commons, or under license from Panthermedia, Canstock, Shutterstock and Freepik. Sound effects and music from the YouTube Audio Library for Creators.

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Timestamps:
0:00 Dawn of the Viking Age
9:17 The Norsemen
18:12 Out of Scandinavia
30:16 From the Volga River to Vinland
40:35 Christianisation and Political Changes
48:38 Norse Society and Epilogue
1:02:00 Campfire Sounds, No Talking

All Comments (21)
  • Timestamps and links to Lights Out Library: a reboot has taken place after this video was recorded and the narrator is now Olimpia, but otherwise it is the same concept: - YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCNa6KSDhYttemECVadSzcAg - Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2KZFL3Lzi64OC0SjZeNoyo - Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lights-out-library-s… - Amazon Music: music.amazon.com/podcasts/17b0b79f-a273-4c1c-b8ca-… 0:00 Dawn of the Viking Age 9:17 The Norsemen 18:12 Out of Scandinavia 30:16 From the Volga River to Vinland 40:35 Christianisation and Political Changes 48:38 Norse Society and Epilogue 1:02:00 Campfire Sounds, No Talking Slumber App free trial (30 days): slumber.fm/fw (this is a paid promotion if you become a paying member after the trial). If you cannot access the extended free trial (if the app offers only the standard 7 days), try closing the app after installation and clicking this link again. Aura App free trial (30 days): aurahealth.io/guestpass/the-french-whisperer (this is a paid promotion if you become a paying member after the trial).
  • @cayleeanna6988
    I don't think yall understand how happy seeing new FW posts have started to make me
  • @foovay
    Oh yay something new and what an interesting subject! I really love this channel. I not only have a hard time getting to sleep I also wake up frequently. Your videos are perfect because if I wake you are still talking about interesting things and I listen until I doze off again. I love being able to listen to your playlists without being awakened by commercials that startle me. Thank you for all you do
  • @jameslabbe4119
    I don't think there's anyone as consistent and dedicated as FW to producing ASMR on YouTube. One day it would be amazing to see an interview
  • @Demeter000
    How have I not found you sooner? Lol I put this on right before bed and it really helped put me into a relaxed state as well as learn more about the Vikings. The accent is just the cherry on top and makes it a fun listen. Thanks so much!
  • @Bi0Roots
    Always like your props on the table.
  • @krek6102
    Your french dialect is whats makes it perfect. Thank you for your work. Listing to it every night
  • @packersamurai
    Hooray! You're back French Whisperer. Your content kicks all form of ass. ❤
  • @diefaehe
    Thank you so much for a story about my ancestors 🥹 I am starving to regain any knowledge I can claim of our past and your new story was reason for the first smile of the day - I love your channel!! 🙏❤️
  • @friedmandesigns
    Much love and appreciation for what you bring, French Whisperer. Please keep on! ❤‍🔥
  • @alioxinfree
    Besides the story being fantastic, 1:02:00 2nd half is just peaceful firecrackle sounds perfect for daily calm use.
  • @obcl8569
    Your "Norse Myths" videos is one of my favorite go-to videos for insomnia - it's excellent!✨ Excited to hear the version on the new Lights Out Library channel 😊
  • @Laviothan
    Talk about timing! Perfect for bed time and I just got back from Denmark and seen the Viking boat museum in Roskilde. :)
  • @Thorrnn
    Yeeahhh!!!! I just found the earlier Viking short form from some years ago, and 30 min was not nearly enough! I’m so thankful you made this!!🎉🎉🎉