Dusty O'Connell

Dusty O'Connell is the co-founder of Norse Code and served as Arif Hasan's original co-host from the podcast's launch in 2013 until 2018.

Role on Norse Code

Dusty co-founded Norse Code and hosted it from 2013 until 2018. In the show's early years he was Arif's primary on-air partner, providing the everyman fan perspective alongside Arif's analytical approach. James Pogatshnik initially filled in as interim host when Dusty was unavailable — a arrangement that eventually became permanent when James took over as full-time co-host after Dusty's departure.

Despite stepping back from regular duties, Dusty has remained a beloved presence in the Norse Code universe, returning as a guest for milestone episodes and special occasions. He appeared for the Episode 400 celebration, and continues to join Arif and James for the annual Super Bowl prop bet episode — one of the most anticipated recurring segments of the show's calendar.

Background

From 2010 until 2014, Dusty volunteered at KGNU Public Radio in Boulder, Colorado as a reporter, producer, and board operator. He is based in Aurora, Colorado.

Notable Quote

"Norse Code is at least the fifth best Vikings podcast on the Internet" - Dusty O'Connell|Norse Code YouTube channel

Selected Appearances (Post-2018)

Episode	Title	Context
Episode 400	Episode 418	400th episode celebration
Episode 554	The Horrors Persist	Super Bowl prop bets
Various	Super Bowl Episodes	Annual tradition