Norse Goddesses in the 21st Century!

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When my instructor asked me write a blog entry about how Norse Goddesses are relevant in this day and age I have to admit it was quite a challenge at first! However, after a lot of research on the internet I found a t.v. show that airs in New Zealand.

The Almighty Johnsons is a comedy-drama series about four brothers who just happen to be descended from Norse Gods. Each of the Johnson boys has his own God-like power.

And like any good t.v. show about Norse Gods, where there are gods there must be goddesses! Two of the three goddesses that I feature in my blog are represented in this t.v. show.

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Allison Bruce plays Agnetha, leader of the Goddesses and the human incarnation of Freya. She is associated with many things, including beauty, war, death, fertility and wealth.

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Brooke Williams plays Eva. She plays HEL, Goddess of the Underworld. The underworld, in Norse Mythology, is a very cold. Apparently, Miss Williams takes on that characteristic in her role.

The website is announcing that this t.v. show has been approved for a third season. This is a positive indication of the acceptance and curiosity of the Norse Goddesses by this generation. I may even look it up on Netflix and check it out!

Works Cited

The Almighty Johnsons. N.d. Television.