Historian • Writer • Speaker
I reveal why we are the way we are — through cutting-edge DNA science and new perspectives on history and life.
I am a Norwegian historian, author and speaker who works at the intersection of deep history, exploration, and storytelling.
Through books, lectures and documentaries I help people and Business Leaders understand their own story and role. There are many secrets hidden in Human History, and I am convinced that what has worked for us before will help us in the future.
"Sturla took us on a journey through history with great storytelling skills, based on his knowledge and with many funny stories. Sturla is committed and knows his audience well. We can give him our best recommendations."
"Sturla Ellingvåg delivered a very engaging lecture with great energy and well-researched material, both verbally and visually. He drew the audience into his world of captivating knowledge about a fascinating and dramatic Norwegian history."
"I had the pleasure of having Sturla come and lecture for our unique community a few times, and it is a privilege to watch. In my extensive career it is only occasionally that we get to meet a lecture of such calibre, with such knowledge, passion and experience, deliver captivating, compelling and fascinating lectures one after another.
His professionalism and expertise sets Sturla out from other professional lecturers. He has the ability to draw you in and keep you on the edge of your seat with his research and knowledge. He sets a benchmark for anyone who wants to up their game in the offering of professional lecturers. I cannot recommend Sturla enough. It is always a pleasure having him as one of our leading presenters/lecturers."
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A sweeping journey through Norway’s deep past — from the first humans to the Viking Age and present day.
Buy Norwegian EditionAn accessible and powerful exploration of Viking history, roots, and how the Norse past is relevant today. (Coming soon on Amazon)
Available in NorwayExploring deep CHG roots in the Caucasus for an upcoming television documentary.
Reconnecting with the Sonatorrek Monument and Snorri Sturluson.
Secrets of the Germanic Tribes – What New DNA Reveals (2026 Update).
The Cave of Apelles Podcast
If time is circular..
A conversation with Jon @Crecganford
Vikinghistorie med Wolfgang Wee (Norwegian)
Historier som endret Verden (Norwegian)
Tojes Time: 12000 År Med Norsk Historie (Norwegian)
Om Norges historie de siste 12.000 årene (Norwegian)
Mer undring og nysgjerrighet rundt DNA og norsk historie (Norwegian)
Sturla Ellingvåg i en podcastserie om ledelse (Norwegian)
Exclusive videos, early access, Q&As, research updates and community. This is where I go deepest.
Public episodes on Vikings, DNA, Norse myths and history. New videos regularly.
Behind the scenes, travel, and research updates.
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