A tenth century Arab scribe is forced into a series of life
threatening situations after he stumbles upon a band of Volga
Vikings in southern Russia. The ensuing adventure inspired the
movie, The Thirteenth Warrior.
About the Podcast
The Lesser Known People Podcast dives deep into the craziest, most absurd, and most overlooked stories in history. From grimy criminals and rogue inventors to bizarre historical events and unsung lunatics, we bring you the wildest tales you’ve never heard, packed with brutal honesty, dark humor, and completely unfiltered commentary.