Norse Code: The #1 Podcast for Your Minnesota Vikings
331 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 231 ratingsNorse Code is a twice-weekly show featuring Minnesota Vikings blogger extraordinaire Arif Hasan and host/producer James Pogatshnik. Each week they delve deeply into the previous week's matchup, preview the following week's game, and cover all the important NFL news of the week.
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Episodes
Episode 232: Should We Have Done Literally Anything Else?
April 30, 2018 02:26 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBJames and Arif are here to discuss ignoring our immediate problems on the o-line and instead draft corners. Good stuff! Also we picked up a kicker and what the means for Kai. Does the UDFA class redeem a spotty-at-best 2018 draft? All this and more in the newest Norse Code. Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now sellin...
Episode 231: NFL Draft Appetizer with Climbing the Pocket's Jordan Reid
April 25, 2018 00:35 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBArif and James are back with special guest Jordan Reid to discuss the final looks before the 2018 NFL Draft. Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Jordan Reid - @JReidDraftScout Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now selling stickers at http://www.norsecodepodcast.com/merch
Episode 230: Extensions in the Snow
April 18, 2018 04:13 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBArif and James are back to talk draft needs, the Kendricks extension, and signed pictures of Dan Snyder! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now selling stickers at http://www.norsecodepodcast.com/merch
Episode 229: Scouting and Rebuilding with Jonathan and Drew
April 01, 2018 19:30 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBJust in time for your Easter holiday weekend Arif and James are back! The Vikings have signed Kendall Wright and have inquired about Marquette King. We discuss both topics and a special film session. Follow along with Arif and James at: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3nzjhi Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a su...
Episode 228: Punching Out Angelo Mosca
March 23, 2018 04:20 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBJames and Arif are back and ready to tackle the next wave of Vikings free agents! Discussing the arrival of Sheldon Richardson, Jarius Wright leaving, and Vikings alum Joe Kapp punching a guy in the face. Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We ...
Episode 227: Bricklayers and Gladiators
March 14, 2018 20:44 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBKirk Cousins is a Viking! Let's discuss. Also Teddy to Jets. Bradford to Cardinals. Keenum to Denver. Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now selling stickers at http://www.norsecodepodcast.com/merch
Episode 226: The Flying 20
February 28, 2018 18:28 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBArif and James are back to discuss women's hockey, men's curling, wrestling, and the Vikings QB spring cleaning! Also should tampering be a thing once the confetti flies at the Super Bowl? Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now selling ...
Episode 225: Pronounced dee-fah-LIP-oh
February 12, 2018 01:44 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBNorse Code returns with Arif and James discussing our recent Offensive Coordinator hire, the blocking of Stefanski, and our options if we decide to attempt to sign Kirk Cousins. Also (repeated) breaking news regarding the Colts and their choice of Head Coach! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of ...
Episode 224: Wasted Away Again in Margaritaville (E344)
February 02, 2018 06:41 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBThis week, James and Arif talk Offensive Coordinators and potential quarterbacks for the Vikings. We also discuss the Mall of America, whether or not Wendy's has ruined corporate Twitter accounts, and a game of Franchise, Sign long-term, and let walk/trade. We briefly touch on the Super Bowl but there's already so much coverage of the game that it's better to talk about trying to find an ice scraper and protestors on the hood of your car. A super fun show to listen to while you try to kill ...
Episode 223: Death Created Time to Grow Things That It Would Kill
January 25, 2018 17:31 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBThis week, James and Arif attempt to go over the NFC Championship loss in Philadelphia. We also discuss pain, suffering, and empowerment. Also a special announcement. Thanks to Dusty O'Connell. Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl James - @bigmono Dusty - @dustyoconnell If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode...
Episode 222: Boo Santa
January 17, 2018 22:41 - 1 hour - 75 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty are joined by Eagles fan and Wide Left co-host Ben Natan to discuss position matchups including Ben's favorite receiver, the similarities between Nick Foles and Cam Newton, and the paucity of miracle plays in the playoffs. This episode is so good it'll make you want to punch a horse! Where should you punch a horse? Find out on this week's Norse Code! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Ben - @thebennatan Arif - @Arifha...
Episode 221: Big Balls? Check!
January 16, 2018 14:43 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty recap one of the most amazing plays Vikings fans have ever witnessed, and also recap a few of the other, less meaningful plays. Featuring the time Arif fell asleep eating a Lutherburger and an extended listener mailbag, this episode will make you feel all the feelings again Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://pa...
Norse Code 220: Harrison Smith, Satan's Crowbar
January 10, 2018 21:06 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty meet to preview the Vikings' toughest matchup this season, against a very successful Saints team that doesn't look much like the one that was handily dispatched back in Week 1. Featuring a defense of tomato soup and a scientifically-derived near-lock for the Vikings, this episode is essential pregame listening! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you l...
Norse Code and the 2009 NFC Championship Game
January 09, 2018 07:02 - 2 hours - 98.1 MBJames and Arif are back in a very special episode of Norse Code. Ever wonder what it would be like to watch a football game with Arif and/or James? Instead of previewing the Saints/Vikings playoff game we decided to go back and watch the 2009 heart-breaker of an NFC Championship game. You can watch the NFL's Youtube video of the entire game here: We tell you when to start playing the video so it will sync up with our audio AND occasionally will tell you what the game clock says so you can...
Episode 219: The Correct Improper Thing
January 04, 2018 06:20 - 2 hours - 103 MBJames and Arif are back after an unexpected vacation! And while Arif is still on vacation (apologies as his microphone stayed in Minneapolis) we go over the Bears & Packers games, the Case Keenum article, NFC North coaching openings, a playoff preview, and the mailbag. Over two hours of Norse Code for your cold selves to enjoy. We also discuss disappointing food and James' irrational hate of Ruby Tuesdays (dirrty). Enjoy and we'll be back next week! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainme...
A Very Special Norse Code Christmas (2017)
December 26, 2017 06:57 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBIt's clip show time! James, Arif, and Dusty (and various guests including our former intern Carson) are here to wish you a happy holidays with a wide variety of Norse Code goodness. We have Arif nearly getting into a fight over a Wentz take, Jay Cutler, Chocolate Rain, Cool Runnings, and a discussion about whether or not Avril Lavigne is alive. No chavs were hurt in the recording of this show. We will be back later in the week with a review of the Packers game and a preview of the Bears mat...
Episode 218: Green Malk
December 22, 2017 02:55 - 2 hours - 109 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty are joined by the managing editor of the Acme Packing Company, Tex Western. Lamenting the loss of the Packers season, Ted illustrates position matchups and talks about the future of the Packers organization before answering a very special Christmas mailbag. Featuring reviews of both Denver's new Pieology and The Last Jedi, this episode is essential holiday listening! Next week: the end of the year clip show spectacular! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainmen...
Episode 217: Eric Kendricks is Good at Football
December 19, 2017 17:07 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThe Vikings have won the NFC North and the Packers are out of the playoffs. All is well with James and Arif as they break down the victory over the Bengals and praise the unsung heroes of this team. We also talk about Teddy's return to the field and whether Arif dislikes Eric Kendricks. Stick around after the show ends for a special rant on fantasy football containing lots of cursing and hate. Cheers! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - ...
Episode 216: Everyone Dies
December 14, 2017 01:49 - 2 hours - 96.9 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty are joined by comic book and Bengals enthusiast Joe Goodberry to break down position matchups for the Cincinnatti game before giving up like Cincy has and talking about the Marvel and DC comic universes, with a generous portion of Star Wars shade thrown in! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. Y...
Episode 215: The Matt Kalil Revenge Game
December 12, 2017 05:40 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBJames and Arif are back and ready to talk about the loss to the Panthers. We go into all-mailbag mode and discuss Case Keenum takes on Vikings Twitter, a hot-swappable O-line, and the injury to Mr Wentz. All this and James’ breaking news during this episode of Norse Code! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also ...
Episode 214: Panthers Preview with Scott Leedy
December 08, 2017 06:33 - 2 hours - 99.9 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty are joined by Scott Leedy, co-host of the Missed Opportunities podcast, who claims to know more about the Panthers than almost anyone else. Featuring position-by-position matchup breakdowns and an amazing throwback board game that is news to all three hosts, this episode will make you forget about the working man's struggle!
Episode 213: Weathering the Storm
December 05, 2017 05:40 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBWe're back and #1 in the NFC! James and Arif take on the win over the Falcons! We cover the game, the mailbag, and a loss by Carson Wentz this week on Norse Code! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now selling stickers...
Episode 212: Previewing the Falcons with Charles McDonald
November 30, 2017 13:58 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBDusty and Arif are back to go over the Falcons game and your mailbag questions. Special guest @fourverts (Charles McDonald). Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patreon.com/norsecode MERCH! We are now selling stickers AND Arif's Training Camp guide at htt...
Episode 211: Defeating the Refs
November 28, 2017 06:53 - 1 hour - 77 MBJames and Arif welcome you back from Thanksgiving break and breakdown the Lions game. We go over the odd day for Xavier Rhodes, the refs, and the continued great play of Case Keenum. All this and a mailbag mostly about Keenum this episode of Norse Code! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustainin...
Episode 210: The Knife's Edge
November 21, 2017 16:09 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBIt’s a Thanksgiving Preview/Recap combined episode: twice as long so you can survive the drive to AND from work! In this three-man episode, James, Dusty and Arif review the Rams game and talk more about the quarterback question as well as how good the rest of the team around them is. After that, they talk about what’s changed with the Lions and how the Vikings can approach the game on Thanksgiving. Also, they dole out the Thanksgiving food takes, starting with the truth that turkey is a trash...
Episode 209: Dear Leader, Who Shall Not Be Named
November 15, 2017 22:37 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty are joined by Head Boy Joe McAtee to break down a game between two unforeseen favorites in their respective divisions. Also featured: strong opinions about Case Keenum, Aaron Donald, haggis, and caffeinated candy! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Joe McAtee - @3k_ Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sust...
Episode 208: Learning Our Lesson
November 14, 2017 07:15 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBJames and Arif are not pleased at the fantasy football gods and rant heavily to start. We celebrate a victory over the Redskins, breakdown Keenum's performance and "gifts" to the defense, and determine where Pat Shurmer is going in the offseason. Burn all hoodies. All of them.
Episode 207: Happy Birthday Teddy!
November 11, 2017 06:07 - 2 hours - 111 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty do an extended throwback episode that contains the 5th Annual Midseason Awards as well as a preview of the Washington game. Featuring discussions about insensitive team nicknames and how NFL ratings aren't really going down, this episode brings it back to the lecture at hand! Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://p...
Norse Code Goes to London - Part 2
November 03, 2017 21:36 - 54 minutes - 43.8 MBArif and Dusty finish recapping the Browns game (a real corker!) and share some thoughts on pasties (chuffed!), public transit (miffed, slightly), and the generally adorable nature of London (right blinding!). Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconnell James - @bigmono If you like our show please donate to http://paypal.me/norsecode. You can also become a sustaining member of the show at http://www.patre...
Norse Code Goes to London
October 30, 2017 15:27 - 43 minutes - 35.2 MBWe taped a show in a pub in London! Dusty and Arif go over the first half of play and general London observations. Special thanks to the Barrowboy and Banker pub and our group of listeners that helped us out at the taping. This was so much fun to record! We will be releasing another episode later this week to finish going over the game and to answer mailbag questions. Special thanks to Rhymesayers Entertainment and Atmosphere for the new theme song! Arif - @Arifhasannfl Dusty - @dustyoconn...
Episode 206: Who Is Good?
October 25, 2017 20:21 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBThis week, Arif and Dusty are joined by Josh Risdon of Browns wire and RealGM.com to answer the age-old question: is anyone on the Browns any good? The answers may surprise you. Featuring a London-centric mailbag for obvious reasons, don't miss this scintillating preview of the Vikings' trip across the pond! We will be taping a special episode of Norse Code LIVE from London after the game! Dusty, Arif, and Eric Thompson (of the Daily Norseman) will be at the Barrowboy and Banker Pub near Big ...