Celtic Myth Podshow

This is our Christmas wish to you for 2010 This is only a short episode with three pieces of music and a little story, but we thought it important to let you all know where we were with the show, what was and has been going on and that we are still here! We have had so much wonderful support and feedback over the last year that it has made our job of Gary getting better and Ruthie looking after him much easier. Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/christmaswish Running Order: Intro 0:40 Solstice Song by Willo's Song 1:43 A "Christmas Favourite Poem" 5:41 The Magic of a Christmas Tree by Judy Pancoast 11:47 On Midwinter's Day by Damh the Bard 15:45 Competition 20:51 Farewell Slogan 21:59 Out-takes 22:14 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 24th Dec 2010, 25m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe Solstice Song by Willo's Song Originally from Co. Antrim, N. Ireland now residing in beautiful Wiltshire, England, Willo's Song is the working title for a musical project involving singer/songwriter Daryl Ball and various other friends, family and musicians to have fun and make music that they enjoy. You can find out more details about Daryl on his website or on his Contributor Page on our website. A Christmas Favourite poem All we're going to tell you about this little surprise, is that the original was written by Clement C. Moore. :) The Magic of a Christmas Tree by Judy Pancoast This is a piece of innocent magic from Judy whose album, The House on Christmas Street and the title song of Judy's family Christmas CD, "The House on Christmas Street," is a holiday hit which can be heard each Christmas season on radio stations across the country. She has also been featured on NPR's "Day to Day" and "Marketplace." You can find out more about Judy and her work with children on her website or her Contributor Page on our website. On Midwinter's Day by Damh the Bard We can do no better than finish the show with Damh singing us out with his superb track On Midwinter's Day. Damh is a modern-day Bard whose spirituality, and love of folk tradition, is expressed through his music, storytelling and poetry. Drawing on the Bardic traditions his performances are both entertaining and educational, weaving a tapestry of myth, peace, and anthems that speak directly to the heart, but never without a good splash of humour. You can find out more about Damh on his website at Pagan Music or on our Contributor Page. You can find out more about the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids that he represents on their website at druidry.org. Competition We give the answer to our competition about the other name of the Book of Kells and reveal it to be the 'Book of Columba'. We can proudly announce that the winner from a tremendous entry is Scott McGovern - well done, Scott. Farewell Slogan As we are moving to the Welsh stories, we thought we should say goodbye to you in Welsh rather than in Irish, so you will hear us wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which means Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you! Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow) Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :) If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet! Ways to subscribe to the Celtic Myth Podshow: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Special Thanks Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See her Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson The Hangman's Noose. See her Contributor page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See her Contributor page for details. Marieva's Project, Celtic from the album Celtic. See the Contributor Page for more details. For our Theme Music: The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can

Customs of the Fey in Northern Scotland This is our Autumn Holiday Special for 2010. We've got a fantastic collection of customs and history about the Fey in Northern Scotland, three great pieces of music, some listener feedback and a superb poem about Summer by Alexander Pope. Top all that off with our usual chat, and you've got a superb show. Hope you enjoy it and have as much fun as we had making it! We chat about the new Irish film 'Ondine' with Colin Farrell (IMDB) which is the story of a 'Selkie'. In addition, we mention the new Cuchulainn film 'Hound' which we have blogged about previously and Gary mentions a new film about Scottish clans at war, called 'The Clan'. You can find out more at www.theclanmovie.com. Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/autumn2010 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:43 Shades of the Green by Claymore 3:57 Fairies by Walter Gregor (1881) 7:54 King of the Fairies by Anne Roos 22:27 Summer by Alexander Pope, (1709) 26:51 Herne by Jenna Greene 30:05 Listener Feedback: Tim 36:01 Out-takes 38:28 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 23rd Aug 2010, 41m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe Shades of the Green by Claymore High-energy and committed!!! England born Chris, as well as Jim and Derrek like to enjoy ourselves, and like to get everybody around us to have a fun time, but we also are very dedicated musicians. Although it may seem like Claymore is just about jumping around and not appearing serious, all of us are committed to being the best at what each of us do. We have our regular drummer Don (Otto) Wilson out with us on most occasions also. We are truly passionate about the music. We are also very grateful for our family and friends, who come out or support us in many different ways. You can find out more details about Claymore on their website or on their Contributor Page on our website. Fairies by Walter Gregor (1881) This section comes from the book 'Notes on the Folk-Lore of the North-East of Scotland' and the introduction says: This is an ethnographic study of the inhabitants of the North-Eastern area of Scotland in the mid-19th century, at a time when an agrarian, barter economy still prevailed. Life was hard among these remote coastal communities, and they lived in fear of maleficent witches and the 'Evil Eye'. Many of the rituals, taboos and folkways in this book are to ward off witchcraft directed against economic mainstays such as livestock and fishing. The book has many fascinating bits of lore, as well as extensive oral poetry, all in Scots dialect. (There is, thankfully, an extensive glossary at the end, in case ye're na sure what all the clatterin's aboot.). There are also detailed descriptions of holidays, weddings, and other celebrations, which reveal that life was not completely grim. [Sacred Texts] The chapter we read from is specifically about Fairies and customs associated with them. [source] King of the Fairies by Anne Roos Anne has graciously allowed us to play King of the Fairies which is a superb folk piece from her album, A Light in the Forest. More details about Anne and her albums can be found on her Contributor Page. Anne's music repertoire spans traditional Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Welsh), English, folk, religious and secular, Early, Renaissance and classical music, to Broadway, contemporary, pop and Jazz, and is virtually unlimited. She can easily provide the traditional "Canon in D" and "Here Comes the Bride" for a wedding processional, and play classic Frank Sinatra or Metallica at a reception. Her ability to faithfully play such a broad range of musical styles has helped to establish her popularity. Visit Anne's website celtic harp music or find more details on her Contributor Page. Summer by Alexander Pope, 1709 Alexander Pope (21 May 1688 – 30 May 1744) was an eighteenth-century English poet, best known for his satirical verse and for his translation of Homer. He is the third most frequently quoted writer in The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations, after Shakespeare and Tennyson. Pope is famous for his use of the heroic couplet. [Wiki] The poem comes from the wonderful poetry.about.com. Summer from the Second Pastoral See what Delights in Sylvan Scenes appear! Descending Gods have found Elysium here. In Woods bright Venus with Adonis stray'd; And chast Diana haunts the Forest Shade. Come lovely Nymph, and bless the silent Hours, When Swains from Sheering seek their nightly Bow'rs; When weary Reapers quit the sultry Field, And crown'd with Corn, their Thanks to Ceres yield. This harmless Grove no lurking Viper hides, But in my Breast the Serpent Love abides. Here Bees from Blossoms sip the rosy Dew, But your Alexis knows no Sweet but you. Some God conduct you to these blissful Seats, The mossie Fountains, and the Green Retreats! Where-e'er you walk, cool Gales shall fan the Glade, Trees

Competitions, feedback and music as well! We bring you the results of the competition we set in SP19 - the Damh the Bard Interview and set a new competition as well! Is there no end to the madness? :) We also read some feedback and play you some great pieces of music. Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/competition Running Order: Intro 0:42 News & Views 1:20 Wild Mountain Thyme by Damh the Bard 1:58 Competition No.1 - Tales from the Crowman 7:54 New iPhone/iPad App 8:32 King's Return by Portcullis 9:58 Competition No.2 - Book of Kells 14:20 Dance With Me by Jenna Greene 16:19 Listener Feedback: Joe 18:45 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 10th Aug 2010, 22m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe Wild Mountain Thyme by Damh the Bard Damh is a musical storyteller who works within the world of myth that cannot be proved; where the Faerie really do dance on Midsummer's Eve, where the trees talk, and the Hollow Hills take you into the realms of Annwn. Where the Goddess rides her horse, guiding you to magic, and the Horned God of old calls us from the shadows of the Greenwood. [source] Damh is also the relaxed voice behind Druidcast, the podcast from the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD). You can find out more about Damh and his work on his website at paganmusic.co.uk or on our Contributor Page. Competition No.1 - Tales from the Crowman The answer to Ruthie's question about the horse-lady from the Mabinogion is, of course, Rhiannon and the winner is Isabella from Germany. She will receive a signed copy of Damh's latest album. New iPhone/iPad App You can find out full details of our wonderful App on a page we have set up to describe it in full detail. It enables you to stream or download the shows on your iPod. You lucky iPad owners also have access to some unique content with certain episodes that is unavailable elsewhere. True at the moment, until we find out how we can release the show on the Android platform! King's Return by Portcullis We first performed at Herstmonceux medieval Festival UK in 2001 with some other local musicians. We met lots of interesting people, and quickly developed a passion for re-enacting as Medieval Minstrels/Troubadours. In 2003 we formed Portcullis, and Jason began to put our CD together, which was released in 2004. You can find out more about Portcullis on their Myspace page or on their Contributor Page. Competition No.2 - The Book of Kells Our second competition is about the Book of Kells and the prize is a copy of Aiden Meehan's Celtic Design: A Beginner's Manual. Dance With Me by Jenna Greene "Her ethereal music is inspired by Celtic lore and nature myth. She believes both nature and music are powerful healers. Fused together, her music will take you on a journey to sacred groves, standing stones and places of beauty within yourself." Dance With Me: is a light-hearted jig about not taking life too seriously. I wrote this song after having a very comical argument with my husband Doug who always complained that I didn't write enough upbeat songs. I had always wanted to write an Irish drinking song. This song, while having the spirit of a drinking song, has no beer consumption at all so we lovingly refer to it as my "non-alcoholic drinking song". Jenna can be found on Myspace, but her own website provides lots of useful information. You can find out more details about Jenna on her Contributor Page on our website. Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow) Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :) If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet! Ways to subscribe to the Celtic Myth Podshow: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Special Thanks Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See her Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson The Hangman's Noose. See her Contributor page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See her Contributor page for details. Evan, Cloture from the album Alice and Rever... Peut-etre... Part 1 from the album Rever... Peut-etre... See the Contributor page for more details. Flavio Simone, Au Revoir from the album Naissance. See the Contributor page for more details. For our Theme Music: The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special

We chat with the Mythic Folk Musician and Druid, Damh the Bard This is our first interview and we are lucky to be able to interview the famous Celtic Folk musician, Damh the Bard, and his wife, the multi-talented Artist Cerri Lee. Links to their websites and their work can be found below in the Show-notes. We also bring you an amazing competition for Damh's latest album, Tales from the Cowman as well as some astounding news about the revival of a national tradition in Ireland - the Festival of the Fires taking place on Beltane. Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/bardinterview Running Order: Intro 0:42 News & Views 1:25 The Festival of the Fires 1:58 Twa Corbies by Damh the Bard 04:15 Damh the Bard Interview 7:54 Blodeuwedd by Damh the Bard 29:24 The Cauldron Born by Damh the Bard 45:51 Pagan Spirit Gathering 1:02:19 Cerri Lee 1:05:48 Grimspound by Damh the Bard 1:17:57 Competition 1:23:00 Spirit of Albion by Damh the Bard 1:24:19 Out-takes 1:28:44 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 30th April 2010, 1h 31m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe The Festival of the Fires Our fabulous news item introduces the Festival of Fires which is a resuscitation of the ancient fires of Tara that were lit on the Hill of Uisneach and the taken from County to County to ignite all of the fires in Ireland. Originally known as Bealtaine, the summertime festival was an important fixture on the worldwide calendar, attracting attendees from the four corners of the ancient world. Having not being officially celebrated in hundreds of years the festival is to return, rising from the ashes of the Bealtaine name as Festival of the Fires. It promises to be an event unlike anything ever witnessed in modern times - an iconic national celebration to truly ignite the summer. Created through the alchemy of ceremony, heritage, music, theatre, literature, arts, crafts, poetry, holistic health and sustainability. Festival of the Fires will feature the collective talents of hundreds of participants drawn from all over Ireland and the world, gathering at the exact centre-point of Ireland to celebrate the onset of summer. One of the ceremonial highlights of the festival will be the lighting of a national fire, ignited first on the summit of Uisneach and then carried to hilltops in every one of Ireland's 32 counties. In ancient times, this sacred Uisneach fire was the catalyst for coast-to-coast celebrations with festivals and gatherings taking place in the fire sites, and in the communities below. You can find out more about the festival on the website at http://festivalofthefires.com/. Twa Corbies by Damh the Bard A classic folk track, the Twa Corbies or 'two crows', given the Damh the Bard magical treatment for the new Crowman album. Damh the Bard Interview (Pronounced 'Dave') Damh is a musical storyteller who works within the world of myth that cannot be proved; where the Faerie really do dance on Midsummer's Eve, where the trees talk, and the Hollow Hills take you into the realms of Annwn. Where the Goddess rides her horse, guiding you to magic, and the Horned God of old calls us from the shadows of the Greenwood. [source] Damh is also the relaxed voice behind Druidcast, the podcast from the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD). You can find out more about Damh and his work on his website at paganmusic.co.uk or on our Contributor Page. Blodeuwedd by Damh the Bard The tale of Blodeuwedd taken by Damh from the Fourth Branch of the Mabinogi. The Cauldon Born by Damh the Bard The Story of Cerridwen and how we are all, in a fashion, Cerridwen's Children, or "the Cauldron Born". Pagan Spirit Gathering The Pagan Spirit Gathering (PSG) is one of America's oldest and largest Nature Spirituality festivals. Since its inception in 1980, PSG has been bringing together hundreds of people from throughout the United States, plus other countries, to create community, celebrate Summer Solstice, and commune with Nature in a sacred environment. Sponsored by Circle Sanctuary, PSG is open to long-time practitioners as well as newcomers of a wide range of Nature religion traditions, including Wiccan, Contemporary Pagan, Druidic, Heathen, Celtic, Baltic, Greco-Roman, Isian, Shamanic, Hermetic, Animistic, Egyptian, Native American, Afro-Carribean, Taoist, Pantheistic, Ecofeminist, and Nature Mystic. PSG is an opportunity for personal renewal, networking, education, and cultural enrichment. You can see their musical line-up (including Damh) or book tickets on their website. Cerri Lee Cerri Lee is a multi-talented visionary artist who can turn her hand to almost anything creative. She is inspired by nature, and the ancient Pagan myths and legends of many cultures, her beliefs as a modern day Druid as well as those around her. She can create anything from Rights of Passage gifts and altar pieces to wedding and

Great 18th Century Scots story and The Isle of Many Gods This is the second half of our Spring Seasonal Special. You can hear the second half of our epic 18th century tale from Scotland - the Wife or the Wuddy, four great pieces of music, a listener poem and a truly informative piece from the book, The Isles of Many Gods by David Rankine and Sorita D'Este. Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/spring2010b Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:17 To Drive the Cold Winter Away by Samantha Gillogly 04:04 The Isle of Many Gods, Pt.1 by David Rankine & Sorita D'Este 6:52 Believe by Jenna Greene 13:15 The Wife or the Wuddy by John Mackay Wilson 19:30 Dagda by Andrew Hinkinson-Hodnett 44:15 The Isle of Many Gods, Pt.2 by David Rankine & Sorita D'Este 46:45 The Greenwood Grove by Damh the Bard 54:55 Promo - Digital Magic by Philippa Ballantine 1:01:16 Nines by the Pentacle Drummers 1:03:06 Out-takes 1:06:08 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 9th April 2010, 1h 9m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe News & Views We talk some of the new features that can be found on the website. First, there's the Confused...? Start Here page and we ask if you have any better ideas for names for this page. We also mention that we've got a Skype answerphone set up so that you can leave messages for us or possibly talk to us if we're here. Add 'celticmythpodshow' to your contacts list and you can leave a message for us. If you want the message to be personal and not go on the air, just say Personal message and we'll respect that. :) We also mention that we have added a 'Donate' button to the front page as several people have asked us to do. We thank Colleen and James for their gifts so far. It really is much appreciated - it helps us save up to fix broken equipment that much quicker. Thank you so much! :) We also mention that we've been nominated for the European Podcast Awards in the hope that you might feel inclined to vote for us. You can vote once per day if you wish. The nominations stage closes at the end of July, we believe, and the results aren't announced until September. To Drive the Cold Winter Away by Samantha Gillogly Sam is a fabulous artist and frequent contributor to the show. Here she has played 'To Drive the Cold Winter Away' for us and we read her favourite verse for her in the show and print it below. When not practicing, performing, or composing, Gillogly's off hours are spent writing fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and experimenting in painting, drawing and calligraphy. She is a published writer in multiple formats, and has been a contributing critic to The Green Man Review, an online arts and culture magazine, and now writes on Celtic Arts and Culture for Examiner.com. Her favourite culinary pursuit is brewing her infamous triple-espresso coffee, known to those who've dared taste it as "Viola Varnish". You can find out more about Sam on her website or on our Contributor Page. You can also read her wonderful Celtic articles on her Examiner.com site. The Isle of Many Gods by David Rankine & Sorita D'Este Isles of the Many Gods : An A-Z of the Pagan Gods & Goddesses worshipped in Ancient Britain during the first millenium through to the Middle Ages: A ... Britain During the First Millennium CE. The Isles of the Many Gods brings together, for the first time, information on the worship of these deities in Britain, in an easy to use A-Z. It includes both the native & immigrant gods & goddesses, from well known gods like Apollo, Brigit, Freya, Herne, Isis, Mars & Woden to lesser known ones like Abandinus, Arianrhod, Genii Cucullati, Midir, Vitiris & the Wheel God. You can find out more about the book or buy it from Avalonia Books or Amazon. Find out more about Avalonia on their website or on our Contributor Page. Believe by Jenna Greene Jenna Greene is a Celtic Pagan singer-songwriter and harpist. Her songs are inspired by hope and healing, following bliss, nature mythology, the law of attraction and the little miracles in everyday life. Believe: "I wrote this song for my daughter and all children-at-heart. It is about a magical friendship between a fairy and a human child. The fairy teaches the child to always believe in herself and in her dreams. This song has become my personal anthem. I end every concert with Believe to remind myself and my audience that believing is the magic that creates reality." Jenna can be found on Myspace, but her own website provides lots of useful information. You can find out more details about Jenna on her Contributor Page on our website. The Wife or the Wuddy by John Mackay Wilson This story is the second part of a tale, "The Wife or the Wuddy' by Mr Wilson who was famed for collecting hundreds of tales from the Scottish Borders. I think they went up to about volume 23! This story is a little lengthy, and is the main reason that we

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a Triad of super Poems Let's celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a short collection of poems (not recipes!) and all of our good wishes for the Next Year. We do so with a very small celebration for St Patrick's Day on March 17th. We bring you three poems that are typically Irish - they deal with Harps, Shamrocks and St. Patrick's Birthday! Then we head off to the pub for some of the black stuff! Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/patrick Running Order: Intro 0:40 The Legend of Ireland's Magic Harp by Author Unknown 01:52 The Four-Leaved Shamrock by Samuel Lover 3:42 St Patrick's Birthday by Samuel Lover 5:58 Out-takes 1:06:08 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 17th March 2010, 10m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe The Legend of Ireland's Magic Harp This beautiful and magical poem, sadly of author unknown, makes a lovely start to our show. The original can be found on Old Irish Poems and Dizzy Boy. We did find a reference on liceogilvaniu.it that attributes it to (Carlo Calzolari, 3^B internaz.) - but we're not sure what that means. The Four-Leaved Shamrock by Samuel Lover Samuel Lover (February 24, 1797 Dublin – July 6, 1868) was an Irish songwriter, novelist, as well as a painter of portraits, chiefly miniatures. He was the grandfather of Victor Herbert. Samuel was born at number 60 Grafton Street and went to school at Samuel Whyte's at 79 Grafton Street, now home to Bewley's cafe. By 1830 he was secretary of the Royal Hibernian Academy and lived at number 9 D'Olier Street. Lover produced a number of Irish songs, of which several — including The Angel's Whisper, Molly Bawn, and The Four-leaved Shamrock — attained great popularity. This short biography came from Wikipedia and the poem itself from Old Irish Poems. St Patrick's Birthday by Samuel Lover Saint Patrick (Latin: Sanctus Patricius, Irish: Naomh Pádraig) (c. 387 – 17 March, 493;) was a Romanized-Celt, a Romano-Briton and Christian missionary, who is the most generally recognised patron saint of Ireland (although Brigid of Kildare and Colmcille are also formally patron saints). By the eighth century he had come to be revered as the patron saint of Ireland. The Irish monastery system evolved after the time of Patrick and the Irish church did not develop the diocesan model that Patrick and the other early missionaries had tried to establish. Saint Patrick's Day (Irish: Lá Fhéile Pádraig) is a yearly holiday celebrated on 17 March. It is named after Saint Patrick (circa AD 387–461), the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of Ireland. It began as a purely Catholic holiday and became an official feast day in the early 1600s. However, it has gradually become more of a secular celebration of Ireland's culture. For more information, check out the Wiki entries for Saint Patrick and St. Patrick's Day and the poem itself from Old Irish Poems. Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow) Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :) If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet! Ways to subscribe to the Celtic Myth Podshow: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Special Thanks Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See her Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson The Hangman's Noose. See her Contributor page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See her Contributor page for details. Keltoria, Tides of Time from Shadows & Stone. See the Contributor page for details. Appalachian Celtic Consort, Road to Lisdoonvarna/Tobin's from their album Come by the Hills. See their Contributor Page for more details. For our Theme Music: The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out m

Part 1 of our epic 18th Century Scots tale and lots more This is the first time that we've released a seasonal Holiday Show rather than a Festival Holiday Show. The plan is to try and get a Holiday show out for the four seasons until Gary is well enough to get back to the Festivals. We've got an epic 18th century tale from Scotland that has had to be split into two parts - so you're going to get two shows for the price of one - so to speak! There are three amazing pieces of music and the beginning of a small series about the Fey in the Celtic countries based on the work of W Y Evans-Wentz in Fairy-Faith in the Celtic Countries. Look out for part two of the story coming out very soon! Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/spring2010a Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:43 Shaman Spirit Reindeer of Siberia by the Magic Folk 2:48 The Fairy-Faith in Wales by W Y Evans-Wentz 8:38 Armorica 15:06 Laoch Sidhe by Phil Holland 15:35 The Wife or the Wuddy, Pt.1 by John Mackay Wilson 22:55 Riddles by Dark Patrick 1:04:21 Listener Feedback: Keith Wilson 1:09:56 Out-takes 1:10:50 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 15th March 2010, 1h 13m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about the lack of the Cornish Nationality on the British Census for 2011. We also mention that we've got a Skype answerphone set up so that you can leave messages for us or possibly talk to us if we're here. Add 'celticmythpodshow' to your contacts list and you'll get through to us. If you want the message to be personal and not go on the air, just say Personal message and we'll respect that. Shaman Spirit Reindeer of Siberia by the Magic Folk Magicfolk produce a traditional and modern blend of folk, celtic, prog and rock, writing original and alluring songs with mythological and mystic leanings. They also love their roots with fiery fiddles and pipes, and will sometimes burst into traditional reels and jigs on stage. They continue to absorb new influences, including traditional sounds along the lines of Capercaille, prog-rock timings in the style of Dream Theater, or world music influences such as Greek or South American drum rhythms. Grounded in acoustic instrumentation, their songs often develop into raucous rock, jazz and psychedelic improvisations. They also have gentle songs which take you to other more restful places. You can find out more about Magic Folk on their website or on our Contributor Page. The Fairy-Faith in Wales by W. Y. Evans-Wentz Walter Yeeling Evans-Wentz (February 2, 1878 – July 17, 1965) was an anthropologist and writer who was a pioneer in the study of Tibetan Buddhism. He was born in Trenton, New Jersey, and as a teenager read Madame Blavatsky's Isis Unveiled and The Secret Doctrine and became interested in the teachings of Theosophy. He received both his B.A. and M.A. from Stanford University, where he studied with William James and William Butler Yeats. He then studied Celtic mythology and folklore at Jesus College, Oxford (1907); there he adopted the form Evans-Wentz for his name. This is one of the most in-depth and scholarly attempts to explain the phenomena of the Celtic belief in fairies. Based on Evans-Wentz' Oxford doctoral thesis, it includes an extensive survey of the literature from many different perspectives, including folk-lore, history, anthropology and psychology. The heart of the book is the ethnographic fieldwork conducted by Evans-Wentz, an invaluable snapshot of the fairy belief system taken just on the cusp of modernity. There are regional surveys of the fairy-faith in Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Brittany and the Isle of Man. You can read the whole text on Sacred Texts. Armorica We also mention 'Armorica' and wonder whether this is meant to be America or some part of Brittany. From Wiki, we learn that Armorica or Aremorica is the name given in ancient times to the part of Gaul that includes the Brittany peninsula and the territory between the Seine and Loire rivers, extending inland to an indeterminate point and down the Atlantic coast. The toponym is based on the Gaulish phrase are-mori "on/at [the] sea", made into the Gaulish place name Aremorica (*are-mor-ika ) "Place by the Sea". The suffix -ika was first used to create adjectival forms and then, names (See regions as Pays d'Ouche Laoch Sidhe by Phil Holland A Celtic harpist/singer/songwriter, Phil Holland has performed all over Europe as a soloist. Phil is a classically trained musician with Celtic roots. Her music contains many influences from classical to traditional including jazz and minimalist inspired sounds. Phil's music however transcends category and genre. Her peaceful, reflective style touches the heart and souls of people of all ages, from all walks of life, all over the world. Here you can hear Laoche Sidhe from the album Faeries which is the tale of a Warr

We're taking a hiatus and we tell you all about it This is a special explanatory show that we released to let all of our listeners know why we are having the delays in our release schedule. We wanted to let you know the Show is not dead, we're probably going to be very irregular over the next year and that we really appreciate the fantastic support you guys have showed us. We also include a poem for you by the amazing poet, John Keats. Full Show-notes, with all credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/interim Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:34 La Belle Dame Sans Merci by John Keats 4:26 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 3rd Feb 2010, 10m It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or leave us a message using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about the health issues that have prevented Gary from producing the shows and what we expect for 2010. We also send our deepest sympathies to Tee Morris and put a call out for Philippa Ballantine's Appeal to support him. La Belle Dame Sans Merci by John Keats John Keats (1 October 1795 – 23 February 1821) was an English poet who became one of the key figures of the Romantic movement. Along with Lord Byron and Percy Byshe Shelley, Keats was one of the second generation of Romantic poets. During his short life, his work was not well received by critics, but his posthumous influence on poets such as Alfred Tennyson and Wilfred Owen was significant. The poetry of Keats was characterised by elaborate word choice and sensual imagery, most notably in a series of odes which remain among the most popular poems in English literature. The letters of Keats, which include the development of his aesthetic theory of negative capability, are among the most celebrated by any English poet. [Wikipedia] Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow) Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :) If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet! Ways to subscribe to the Celtic Myth Podshow: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Special Thanks Marieva's Project, Horse Ride Through the Land and Celtic from Celtic. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See her Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson The Hangman's Noose. See her Contributor page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See her Contributor page for details. For our Theme Music: The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page. Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use

Rowan of the Wood story and all about the Hag Goddess This is the Samhain Holiday Special featuring 6 wonderful pieces of music, a fantastic section of the Celtic novel for Young Adults, "Rowan of the Wood" and an in-depth study on the Celtic Hag Goddess, the Cailleach. We are also very proud to bring you a world exclusive preview of a track from Damh the Bard's new album, Tales From The Crowman. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/rowan Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 2:35 Bard Song by Jenna Greene 4:20 Visions of the Cailleach by Sorita d'Este and David Rankine 8:53 The Pattern by Willson & McKee 25:18 Niall of the Nine Hostages from 'Visions of the Cailleach' 30:13 Banshee by The Blarney Rebel Band 33:25 Rowan of the Wood by Christine & Ethan Rose 38:55 Shore of Dreams by Paul Newman 1:08:28 Magical Times Magazine 1:10:11 Standing with Stones DVD 1:12:10 Tribal Gathering by Keltoria 1:23:13 Listener Feedback 1:27:40 Promo - Pagan Perspectives on Blogtalk Radio 1:29:35 Promo - New Forest Podcast 1:30:45 Twa Corbies by Damh the Bard 1:32:33 Outtakes 1:39:10 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We mention the fact that Gary's health is worsening and he is waiting for an operation and apologise for the delay we are bound to have in getting the shows to you. As soon as we are able, we'll be back up to speed again. Bard Song by Jenna Greene Bard Song: A song to honor the original storytellers and songwriters. It is because of their great skill that the ancient nature myths are alive and vibrant today. Jenna can be found on Myspace, but her own website provides lots of useful information. You can find out more details about Jenna on her Contributor Page on our website. Visions of the Cailleach by Sorita d'Este and David Rankine Standing astride the British landscape, looms the giant blue form of the Cailleach. Whether she is seen as a benevolent earth-shaping giantess, harsh winter hag goddess, shape-shifting crone, guardian of sacred wells and animals, or ancient bestower of sovereignty; the Cailleach appears in many roles and manifestations in myths and legends across the British Isles. Tracking the Cailleach across thousands of years through folklore, literature and place names, the authors have uncovered startling references which hint at a hidden priestess cult worshipping the Cailleach from ancient times through into the twentieth century. By exploring her myths and legends, they demonstrate the hugely significant role of the Cailleach in the early history of the British Isles. Beinn na Caillich and Goir a' Bhlair - the seat of the Cailleach Looking beyond the veil of the sacred landscape, the vision of the Cailleach confronts the seeker, in hills and rocks, lakes and wells, burial chambers and stormy skies. Now finally the primal elemental power of the Cailleach is revealed in her full glory, in the tales and places of Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man; as well as in traces of her presence in England, Wales, Jersey, Brittany, Spain and Norway. For more details about the book visit the Avalonia site or you can buy the book on Amazon. The Pattern by Willson & McKee The Pattern is a poem that Kim wrote after her first trip to Ireland and hearing about the myths and legends of the Women knitting a pattern in her husband and sons sweaters to identify them if they were lost at sea and then recovered later. We later put it to music but here is the poem form. Kim & Kenny perform Celtic music under the name of Willson & McKee. You can listen to more of the album on their website at www.jigheads.com and you can find our more about this talented duo on their Contributor Page on our website. Niall of the Nine Hostages from 'Visions of the Cailleach' by Sorita d'Este & David Rankine Distinguished esoteric authors and researchers Sorita d'Este and David Rankine share a lifelong passion for the legends and myths of our ancestors, as well as for magic, mysticism and religion. They have collaborated on dozens of projects since 2000, including "The Isles of the Many Gods" and "The Guises of the Morrigan". They are well known and respected for the workshops, community groups and ceremonies they facilitated, as well as for the more than 20 books they have written, both jointly, as solo projects and with other authors. If you want to learn more about Sorita's work see her website and blog at www.sorita.co.uk and for David (including his work with occult scholar Stephen Skinner) see www.ritualmagick.co.uk. Banshee by The Blarney Rebel Band The Blarney Rebel Band hails from the Celtic hotbed of Central New York. From the instant they take the stage, the principal aim of The Blarney Rebel Band is to get the audience dancing, clapping and singing (and maybe raising the occasional pint!) With their rousing renditions of all types of traditional Irish music, from r

Arthurian Special - The Ladies of the Grail This is the Autumn Equinox Holiday Special, and we're also bringing you (in association with Druidcast and Damh the Bard), a special Lecture by Prof. Dr. Roland Rotherham on "The Ladies of the Grail". Dr Rotherham is an acknowledged expert and scholar in the legends of King Arthur and the Holy Grail. In this wonderful talk he revels how the ladies of the Grail have considerably more importance in the legends than the Knights themselves! Not a talk to be missed! In typical Celtic fashion, he explains how the Grail is one of *three* items of great importance and reveals that the origins of the Grail Legends may be a lot older than previously thought. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable but also an extremely entertaining lecturer. We round off the show with three pieces of Arthurian music and gratefully pass our thanks on to Damh and Dr. Rotherham for their respective permissions to use this material. We hope you enjoy this treat as much as we did. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/ladiesofthegrail Running Order: Intro 0:42 Morgana by Kellianna 1:46 The Ladies of the Grail, Pt.1 by Prof. Dr. Roland Rotherham 5:18 Many A Knight by Kim Thomsett 36:08 The Ladies of the Grail, Pt.2 by Prof. Dr. Roland Rotherham 40:01 The Winter King by Damh the Bard 1:15:10 Outtakes 1:20:35 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 28th Sep 2009, 1hr 22m Send us your feedback - we love it! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe Morgana by Kellianna Kellianna is an accomplished musician and performer worldwide. Her CD's, Lady Moon and I Walk with the Goddess are being recognized around the globe as a must have for any lover of Goddess inspired folk music. Her live shows are a combination of acoustic guitar songs and chants to the God and Goddess. "Morgana was created after I read Marion Zimmer Bradley's "The Mists of Avalon" for the third time. The lyrics were completed upon my return from the Ancient Isle of Avalon in Glastonbury, England. Being in Avalon and on the Tor, I could easily imagine Morgan losing her way in the mists and traveling to the Fairy World. She was strong and always emerged from the magical realm to her beloved Avalon." You can find out more about Kellianna on her website or on her Contributor Page. Many A Knight by Kim Thomsett Urban Dryad Kim Thompsett is a musician and songwriter living and working in the South East of England. She plays guitar, flute, native American flute and zither. Her songs have an escapist quality which evokes the England of old with hints of Celtic, medieval and the classic folk artists of the '60's and 70's. This song, Many a Knight, is from her debut album, Urban Dryad which can be heard on last.fm. Her latest superb album is Songs from the Uglee Meadow. The album title is inspired by a serene and beautiful place in East Sussex called the Uglee Meadow. The album features musicians such as Will Summers from Circulus on recorders, flutes and crumhorn and Philip Martin (alias Drohne) on hurdy gurdy. You can find out all about Kim on her website or her Contributor Page on our site. The Ladies of the Grail by Prof. Dr. Roland Rotherham Dr Roland Rotherham B.A.hons, M.A, Ph.D., Ed.D, M.I.H.G.S. holds degrees in Ancient and Medieval studies, Anglo-Saxon Culture, Heraldry, Anglo-Norman Culture, Ancient and Medieval Cultural Studies, and Education. He is a member of the Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies, and The Fellowship Of The Knights Of The Round Table Of King Arthur. He says: Many people are aware of the legends relating to this relic and its importance in the "Quest" but the actual story regarding the possible origin of The Grail is as complex as the legends that surround it. Firstly we can look at the Celtic Grail with its dark mysticism and the stories of the cauldron of Annwn, a magical vessel that belonged to the mythical Giant/King Bran The Blessed, this was one of the earliest legends and tells us of a great cauldron that, if a dead warrior was placed into it at the end of a day he would rise again in the morning live and well but without the power of speech. There also exists a tale of the Celtic Cauldron of Knowledge, one taste from this vessel and all wisdom past, present, and future is the gift of the tasters, this also links with the tale of Taliesin. You can find out more about the Professor on his Contributor Page. The Winter King by Damh the Bard Damh is a musical storyteller who works within the world of myth that cannot be proved; where the Faerie really do dance on Midsummer's Eve, where the trees talk, and the Hollow Hills take you into the realms of Annwn. Where the Goddess rides her horse, guiding you to magic, and the Horned God of old calls us from the shadows of the Greenwood. You can find Damh's music on iTunes, or from his website, Pagan Music. He is also the voice behind Druidcast, the official

Celtic Lughnasadh and another story from our Scottish Shanachie, Duncan We've been away for nearly 6 weeks now. Unbelievably, with all of the ups and downs that life throws at you, we're still here! We're back - and to make up for our absence we bring you the biggest Celtic Myth Podshow Special ever - again!! It's just over an hour and a half long! If you like to listen to the show while commuting, it might be an idea to split it up into two halves. If you stop just after our visit to see Duncan, you'll be all set for the story in the last half. The Lughnasadh show has six wonderful pieces of music, a dreamy story, a poem and a beautifully sung version of that poem. We've also got a section about the festival of Lughnasadh from The Religion of the Ancient Celts by J. A. McCulloch. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/autumn Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 2:05 At the Edge of the Cornish Sea by David Helfand 3:11 Lughnasadh from Religion of the Ancient Celts 6:12 Middleton Moor by Kiss the Mistress 15:19 Autumn by Francis Ledwidge 21:40 Black Dog of Loneliness by Orient XPress 23:31 The Shadow of Old Dreams by Andy Guthrie 28:07 Rowan & Bracken by Odd's Bodkin 33:01 Nami's Trees by Keith Wilson 37:18 Autumn by Linda Ballew 1:11:06 Listener Feedback - Deb 1:13:28 Celtic Language Podcasts, Pt.1 1:15:20 Scottish Gaelic 1:15:43 Welsh 1:18:20 Cornish 1:20:05 Lughnasadh Dance by Damh the Bard 1:21:36 Celtic Language Podcasts, Pt.2 1:26:40 Irish Gaelic 1:26:56 Breton 1:30:10 Well Below the Valley by Omnia 1:31:36 Outtakes 1:36:42 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 19th Sep 2009, 1hr 40m We love hearing from you! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We say hello to all of our online friends, especially those on Facebook and Twitter and send out a huge welcome to the new people joining us from Myspace. Welcome all! We inform our listeners about the wonderful video interview with Ruthie taken by our friend, Paul Newman (catch up with Paul on Bandcamp). Paul has had a recent bereavement and we send our love out to him. At the Edge of the Cornish Sea by David Helfand David Helfand composes and performs original and traditional music on Celtic Harp, mandocello, guitar, keyboards and percussion. Many of David's compositions were born through improvisation and drawn on the inspiration found in the power of music from many wondrous cultures. "As I returned from my maiden voyage from the land of Britain full of awe, unspeakable joy and deep reservoirs of inspiration, slowly the music started to speak. From the high craggy cliffs where the ruins of Tintagel castle lay overlooking the dark waters off Cornwall's shore, to the ancient majestic ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and the dark mysteries of the Tower of London, the swirling maze of the city's streets and the magic of the standing stones on Salisbury Plain, I swam deep in the waters of imagination. Shortly after returning home and embarking on creating "At the Edge of the Cornish Sea", I soon shared with the world, dark grief and immense sadness as the two towers crumbled to the earth creating its deep grave of shattered lives and dreams. What once seemed important became insignificant against the dark clouds of sorrow." You can find out more about David on his website or on our Contributor Page. Lughnasadh Scant records remain of the ancient Celtic religion, beyond some eleventh- and twelfth-century written material from the Irish Celts and the great Welsh document Mabinogion. This classic study by a distinguished scholar, first published in 1911, builds not only upon the valuable hints supplied by the surviving texts but also upon the still-extant folk customs derived from the rituals of the old cults. A masterly and extremely readable survey, it offers a reconstruction of the essentials of Celtic paganism. The Celt is portrayed as a seeker after God who links himself by strong ties to the unseen, eagerly attempting to conquer the unknown by religious rite and magic art. The earliest aspect of Celtic religion lies in the culture of nature spirits and of life manifested in nature, and this book offers fascinating glimpses into primitive forms of worship, depicting Celtic rites centred on rivers and wells, trees and plants, and animals. The Druids maintained an optimistic view of the afterlife, and the author presents the subject from the comparative point of view, drawing upon evidence from Celtic burial mounds to elaborate upon ancient beliefs and customs related to the culture of the dead, including rites of rebirth and transmigration. Unabridged republication of the edition published by Constable and Company Limited, 1911. Project Gutenberg With gratitude for music provided by Anne Roos Middleton Moor by Kiss the Mistress Kiss The Mistress was formed 18 months ago and in that time has moved from folk club floor spots to main act bookings. T

Saga of Manannan, Part 3 and end of the Irish Mythological Cycle This is the third and final part in the Saga of Manannan which contains two stories. The first, the Tale of Laogaire, tells of a visit of a great warrior to the Realm of the Undying who given the chance refuses to return to Erin. The second tale, the Tale of Tadg and the Three Duns or Castles tells the tale of the voyage of Tadg amongst Manannan's Islands and his encounter with the three great Halls in the Many-Coloured Land. This is also the last episode in the Irish Mythological Cycle and the tale of Tadg rounds off the tale by returning our vision back to Four Islands in the Otherworld, perhaps the very same islands from which the Tuatha De Danaan came from to settle the land of Erin. Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish29 Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:22 Story 3:11 Listener Feedback - Ancestral Celt 34:01 Promo - Genesis Avalon 36:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 25 July 2009, 42m We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We talk about an Irish Fest taking place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the USA. You can find details about this festival at irishfest.com. We also take about a Welsh Festival taking place in Pennsylvania in September and you can find out more details on the Pennsylvania attractions site. We also mention that we attended the Anderida Gorsedd Conference a couple of weeks back and will be trying to bring you a Special Report in a future show. We tell you our plans to round off the Irish Mythological Cycle with a Summary show and ask for feedback from you that we can include in this show as well as introduce the Welsh Mythology section of our tales with an Introductory Show before the stories begin. There and Back Again: Part 3 of the Saga of Manannan start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Loch na n-Ean Connacht Crimthan Cass Laegaire Fiachna Betach Sidhe Eochaid the Dumb Sal Goll Dalbh Magh Mell Deorgreine Connachta Manannan Erin Tadg Cian Oliol Airnelach Eoghan Cathmann Munster Tabarn Fresen Beire do Bhunadas Liban Conchubar Abratrudh Curragh Inislocha Rudrach Dergcroche Bodb Cesair Partholon Nemed Fir Bolg Tuatha De Danaan Inis Daleb Inis Ercandra Conn Connla Cliodna Gebann Treon Ciabhan Boynne Croidhe Essu Children of Danu Listener Feedback Ancestral Celt We play some audio feedback from Ancestral Celt, one of our earliest listeners and dearest friends. Promo - Genesis Avalon "Genesis Avalon" is a full-cast, fantasy maxi-series serial drama. Like a lot of kids who grew up in the 1990s, I grew up with shows like X-Men, Batman: The Animated Series, Superman, Justice League, and Spider-man. As a child of the 90's though, I also grew up with a totally different form of the superhero in the form of anime. From the boys of Gundam, to the seven warriors of Suzaku in Fushigi Yuugi, to even (dare I say it) Sailor Moon, I had been able to see two different kinds of heroes. The kinds with capes and gadgets (Or alien powers), and the kind whose mystical powers governed their duties and how they fight. So I decided I would take the mythology I loved the most and apply it to a superhero. Thus came Genesis Avalon. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed writing and directing it. And my cast is made of platinum, you are all amazing. Kathryn Pryde Creator, writer and director, "Genesis Avalon" start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm24.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm25.htm And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: AKA Jules, Isagoround, Grieve from Intrusion EP, Backlight from Wherever It Takes Place. See the Contributor page for details. Anne Roos, My True Love's Hair from Hasten to the Wedding. See the Contributor page for details. Evan, Rever... Peut-etre... Part 3 from Rever... Peut-etre.. See the Contributor page for details. Cyril Pereira, The Revenge of Glory, Le Cercle Maudit from The Revenge of Glory. See the Contributor page for details. Ant Neely, Every Boy Needs a Hero from Not Fit for Human Consumption. See the Contributor page for details. Keltoria, After the Storm from Shadows & Stone. See the Contributor page for details. Bilou le Skankerfou, La valse du oni from Demo musique de films 2007-2008. See the Contributor page for details. Brokenkites, Circadia, Metempsychosis from Dynamics EP. See the Contributor page for details. Calvin Culy, Tears for the Lost from This Heart EP. See the Contributor page for details. Bertycox, Brain Washing (Instr) from Brain Washing. See the Contributor page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor page for det

Four Tales about Manannan and the Many-Coloured Land This collection of four tales forms the middle section of the Saga of Manannan. Here we learn more of the nature of the Realm of the Ever-Living - Manannan's Kingdom - The Many-Coloured Land. Mortals may venture there (when given guidance) or be summoned there by the Sidhe but whether they return or not remains a mystery.. Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish28 Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:20 Story 2:23 Listener Feedback - Ariel 39:22 Promo - Druidic Craft of the Wise 36:40 Promo - The Lakefront Pagan Voice 40:36 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 12 July 2009, 44m Call us! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We talk about setting up a new email address, [email protected], so that listeners can get replies a lot faster if one of us is busy. We also confirm that we're running a bit late and will do our best to get the shows out. The Realm of the Ever-Living: Part 2 of the Saga of Manannan start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Manannan Erin Bran Ferbal Emhain Lir Curragh Nechtan Collbrain Cormac Conn Teamhair Aille Carpre Lifecar Ethne Riders of the Sidhe Hazels of Buan Tara Ulaid Finn Fianna Ciabhan Dun Sobairce Tir Tairngaire Loch Luchra Men of Dea Gebann Cliodna Teite's Strand Teite Brec Iuchnu Connla of the Red Hair Uisnech Tir Na-mBeo Sidhe Magh Mell Coran the Druid Traig Mor Listener Feedback Ariel We play some audio feedback from Ariel of the Druidic Craft of the Wise podcast. Promo - Druidic Craft of the Wise Lectures on witchcraft and spiritual development, based on the teachings of the Druidic Craft of the Wise. We, the Lance and Grail Coven, have been an active part of the neo-pagan movement since 1990. You can find out more details about the Drudic Craft of the Wise on their website or on the main DCW website. Promo - The Lakefront Pagan Voice The Lakefront Pagan Voice I'm Scarlet, an eclectic pagan living in Milwaukee, WI, next to beautiful Lake Michigan. Join me for discussions on pagan topics and more. Please feel free to contact me, my email is [email protected] and you can find me on MySpace, FaceBook and PaganSpace. Feedback feeds the soul and makes the podcasters world go round! Chat We also talk about Damh the Bard and ask our listeners who are fans to email the Pagan Spirit Gathering to request that Damh come to the USA. Their email addresses are below:- Pagan Spirit Gathering: Email [email protected] Damh the Bard: Email [email protected] start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm20.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm21.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm22.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm23.htm And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Jaime Heras, La voz de los angeles rotosfrom La voz de los angeles rotos. See the Contributor Page for details. Adragante, Rage au Coeur from harmonie cosmique, molly macalpin from Tradincelt. See the Contributor Page for details. Evan, Rever... Peut-etre... Part 2 from Rever... Peut-etre.. See the Contributor Page for details. Frozen Silence, Ray of Light & Lucid Dream from Frozen Silence. See the Contributor Page for details. Miguel Herrerro, Pride from Soundtrack EP 2 and Medieval from Soundtrack EP. See the Contributor Page for details. Kenjiakira, Theme of the Gaps from Dream Requiem. See the Contributor Page for details. Sydney Poma, Elle souffre from Compositions Audiovisu'Elle.. See the Contributor Page for details. Shane D Rymer, Complaint v1 from Celestial Mechanics. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Dam

Midsummer celebrations, the Mark of a Druid and Angus Og Well, it's Midsummer. Or actually, just after Midsummer and it has been absolutely swelteringly hot here. Absolutely glorious weather! If the weather is like this for you, we recommend a nice, long, cool drink, an comfy chair, headphones and settling down for a Monster of a Show! We've been away for a month now. Unbelievably, with all of the ups and downs that life throws at you, we're still here! We're back - and to make up for our absence we bring you the biggest Celtic Myth Podshow Special ever!! It's just over an hour and a half long! If you like to listen to the show while commuting, it might be an idea to split it up into two halves. If you stop just after our visit to the Dragon's Head to see Duncan, you'll be all set for the story in the last half. We've got six great pieces of music for you, some chat about the Festival of Midsummer, a really exciting section from Rhonda Carpenter's Celtic novel, The Mark of a Druid and some listener contributions to bring you - a poem and a beautiful story.Oh, and don't forget our regular trip to the highlands to meet up with old Duncan in another trip to the Dragon's Head for a story from our resident Scottish Shannachie. Don't blame us if the world misses you for an hour and a half while you get into some serious fun! Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/midsummer2009 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:24 Mooncoin by The Irish Experience 3:53 Midsummer Celebrations on Sacred Texts 6:30 Gathering by Andrew Hargreaves 13:30 The Storyteller by Willo's Song 15:44 I Forgot by the Witchy Godmother 19:23 Midsummer's Night by Jillian LaDage 28:02 The Sleep of Angus Og by Andy Guthrie 33:40 Midsummer Night's Dream by Karen Kay & Michael Tingle 43:34 The Gathering - Part 1 from The Mark of a Druid by Rhonda Carpenter 48:30 Noon of the Solstice by Damh the Bard 1:14:43 Listener Feedback - Jen 1:22:03 Fairy Tale by Omnia 1:23:16 Promo - Ayepod 1:28:44 Outtakes 1:31:59 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 19th Sep 2009, 1hr 40m We love hearing from you! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about all of the wonderful submissions that we have had for the Show and the Website; poems, stories and some fabulous art. We also mention that we're really proud to have been nominated for the 2009 Parsec awards for Speculative Fiction Podcasting. Mooncoin by The Irish Experience The Irish Experience was formed in 1996 to entertain Seattle pub crowds on Saint Patrick's Day, and their music quickly found a much broader appeal. Attracting fans of all ages, their upbeat music has been praised for guiding folks through the gnarly turns and tempering their road rage. The Irish Experience play Celtic and Appalachian music on traditional electric instruments. You can find out more details about The Irish Experience on their website or on their Contributor Page on our website. Midsummer Celebrations on Sacred Texts There are two sources for the information in this section and both can be found on Sacred Texts. Thomas Wright's article (from which the image on the left derives) can be also found on Sacred Texts. The piece in question is here. Gathering by Andrew Hargreaves Andrew is a very talented friend of ours who excels at many arts and crafts. Apart from his wonderful music and poems, he is a superb woodworker and you can find examples of his work on his website, wildyew.com, where some of his pieces are available to buy. You can find out more about Andrew on his Contributor Page. The Storyteller by Willo's Song Willo's Song is an acoustic, folk act based in Wiltshire UK. Daryl says: After a brief spell in Canada I returned to Wiltshire, UK in Summer 2004 and in 2008 have started writing music again, concentrating on a more acoustic, folky style with the intention of recording and releasing a new CD in 2009 with the working title of The Storyteller. "The Storyteller - This was the first new song written by myself in quite a while and the foundation of this whole project. The inspiration came back in August '08 while at the annual Artemis Gathering where I finally got to see Damh The Bard perform. It was such a wonderful experience and I was caught up in the music and stories he had to tell. When I arrived home on the Sunday evening I lifted my guitar and very quickly the Storyteller was written." To find out more about Willo's Song go to their Myspace Page or visit the Contributor Page. I Forgot by the Witchy Godmother Witchy Godmother has been a storyteller all her life. Probably not the best when asked at 5 who tangled up her father's fishing line. Of course it was the cat, she didn't like to get wet you see and of course she wanted to catch the fish so the fishing pole was right there….. And so begins the tale of this amazing lady who has written an extremely moving and evocative piece called I For

The beginning of the Saga of Manannan, the Sea God This tale is the first part of three in the Saga of Manannan. We hear many of the short exploits of the Sea God and he decides to visits the Nobles of Erin in the guise of a rogueish tramp. Are they ready for the wiles of Manannan? Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish27 Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:14 BYKI Competition 04:52 Story 2:23 Listener Feedback - Don 28:05 Promo - Scotland Outdoors 29:17 Promo - Stone Pages 32:16 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 30th May 2009, 36m Call us! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We describe the new Yahoo Pingbox that we have on the front page of our website and announce the launch of our very first competition (BYKI Irish). To enter send an email to [email protected] with the word 'competition' in the subject line and the answer in the body of the email. The Raggedy Man: Part 1 of the Saga of Manannan start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Manannan Lir Tuatha De Danaan Sons of Mil Amergin Erin Uillenn Faebarderg Magh Cuilen Loch Orbson Badb Etain Conaire Deirdre Emhain Sidhe Diannuid Fianna Cuchulainn Gae Bulg Conchubar Uisnech Emain Macha Ulaid Cathbad Culain Falga Tiabhal Selkie Muirthemne Muc-Inis Loch Conn Tuaig Tuag Teamhair Fer Ferdiad Inver Glas Baile Cronin Luimnech Lis Mor Portlairge Finn Fianna Gilla Decair Cnoc Aine O'Donnell's Kern Aodh Dubh O'Donnell Belatha Senaig Dun Monaidhe Alban Ile Cionn-tire Rachlainn Sliabh Fuad Seaghan Son of the Earl Desmumain Duartane O'Duartane Ess Ruadh Ceiscorainn Corsleive Magh Lorg Dagda Hy'Conaill Gabhra Cruachan Magh Ai Rann Sligach O'Conchubar Connachta Munster Sionnan Tadg O'Cealaigh Listener Feedback Don We read a message from Don who says Go Raibh maith agat! which means thank you very much. Promo - Scotland Outdoors Scotland Outdoors Your free, weekly, pocket guide to the Scottish outdoors. A flavour of the countryside in 15 minutes! Visit the BBC Scotland site or go directly to the Scotland Outdoors podcast. Promo - Stone Pages Stone Pages Archaeo News Stone Pages in collaboration with BAJR presents a weekly podcast with the latest archaeology news, mainly related to prehistory, megalithic monuments and discoveries. It is often difficult to find some news about the most recent archaeological meetings, digs and breathtaking discoveries. As we are particularly interested in prehistoric and megalithic monuments, we are trying to collect every bit of information about them and to put it inside this website. In these pages you can find the latest news about those special events, people and places mainly related to Europe's most ancient heritage. Visit the Stone Pages website or go directly to the podcast & news page. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm18.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm19.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm20.htm And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Adragante, Queste from les cordes de l'âme. See the Contributor Page for details. Aka Jules, Concerns, Yearning, Failure, Missing and Carelessness from Whenever It Happens. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their

A tale of the Morrigan, a Vision-Quest and the Lay of Brighid In this tale we hear about the old Shannachie, Laoidheach, who visits a clan to bring them news. He is encouraged by a lively young woman to tell tales of the Old Gods. So he tells her all he knows of the Morrighan and takes her on a Vision Journey. Afterwards, she asks him to teach her the Lay of Brighid. Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish26 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:14 Story 2:52 Listener Feedback - Bel, Liz and Scarlet 26:28 Promo - Kirins 31:02 Promo - Tribeways 33:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 16th May 2009, 37m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We apologise for getting Cindy Spear's name wrong in our last show, the Beltane 2009 Holiday Special, SP11. We called her Cindy Ross instead of Cindy Spear. We also offer support for our Contributing authors who are offering Competitions. We have two to tell you about - both of whom have excerpts from their books for us to perform later on in the year. Rhonda Carpenter, author of The Mark of a Druid has competitions on her website. Christine Rose, author with Ethan Rose, of Rowan of the Wood, is running a competition with a Kindle 2 as a prize which you can find details about on their website. Blood and Fire start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Laoidheach the Shannachie Ulaid Beltainne Shannachie Moya Gráinne Faolán Morrighan Teamhair Fianna Mechi Magh Mechi Magh Fertaige Mac Cecht Erin Magh Luathad Cu Chulainn Conchobar Finched Cualgne Cruachan Taichinem Conaire Mor Odras Connac Hua Cuined Sidhe Falga Sliabh Buane Magh Rath Congal Claen Cluantarbh Murchadh Brian Badb Dunbolg Aedh Niall Brighid/Brigit Leinster Aine Manannan Cathair Aine Leanan Sidhe Oilioll Oluim River Maigh Luimnech Magh Mucruimhe Magh Mucruimhe Craig Liath Aoibhell Munster Dubhlaing ua Artigan Meardha Connachta Lochlann Muirthemne River Liffey Catháir the Great Curragh Logaire Ailill Áne Labraid Longsech Dinn Rig Cobthach the Slende Lore Oengus of Róiriu Maistiu Mug Airt Alenn Crimthan Bresal Bree Elg Fiachra Fobree Ferus Finn Roth Sétna Carbre Niafer Fiachna Fomuin Bregia Iuchna Tadg Nuada Necht Feradach Dunlang Fornochta Illan Enna Cormac Carbre Colman Brandub Faelan the Fair Fianamail Braiin Conall Dian Listener Feedback Bel, Liz and Scarlet We read a message from Bel and listen to voice feedback from Liz and Scarlet from the Lakefront Pagan Voice podcast. Promo - Kirins by James Priest Kirins: The Spell of Noan A race of tiny, magical beings lives on Earth today. They dwell in elaborate tree homes and mysterious underground sanctuaries. Because of an ancient dispute, however, humans are unaware of their hidden civilization. They are kirins. For thousands of years they lived in peace. But a deadly menace now threatens their existence. A party of daring explorers, led by the wise magician Speckarin, is sent on trained ravens to destroy an evil lurking a continent and an ocean away. Failure of this mission would mean death to the voyagers and the entire kirin race. But their success will depend on aid from a truly unexpected source, human beings. Fly with these adventurers and witness today's world as it has never before been seen. You'll find yourself looking to the skies for this mystical race of beings, because maybe, just maybe . . . You can access this Podiobook on podiobooks.com or James Priest's website. Promo - Tribeways Tribeways: The ADF Podcast Tribeways The ADF Podcast (now sadly pod-faded) is a selection of recordings broadcast each High Day featuring liturgy, essays, reviews, chants, poetry, music, workshops and celebrations from ADF members. Tribeways runs on submissions, so please see our submission guidelines to get involved! Ár nDraíocht Féin Promo - Lakefront Pagan Voice The Lakefront Pagan Voice I'm Scarlet, an eclectic pagan living in Milwaukee, WI, next to beautiful Lake Michigan. Join me for discussions on pagan topics and more. Please feel free to contact me, my email is [email protected] and you can find me on MySpace, FaceBook and PaganSpace. Feedback feeds the soul and makes the podcasters world go round! start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm15.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm14.htm http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm16.htm http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/brigithymn.html#english SOURCES: The Book of Leinster. l.7148-25. "Hail Brigit": an Old-Irish poem on the Hill of Alenn. ed. and trans. Kuno Meyer. Halle a.S., M. Niemeyer, 1912. And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Armolithae, Endless Blue, Artanis, B

The Fox, Celtic Music and the history of Beltane It's Beltane and we all love Beltane, don't we? We go wild in this show with not four, but five great pieces of music, a fascinating question and answer session about Beltane, another trip to the Dragon's Head for a story from our resident Scottish Shannachie and an excerpt from Arlene Radasky's superb Celtic novel, The Fox. We also tell you the results of the poll we ran to see which Celtic Myth stories you would like us to cover after the Irish stories. This is not an episode to be missed! Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/fox Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:18 Rocks of Rodel by Kiss The Mistress 3:19 Beltane: Its History and Modern Celebration by Rowan Moonstone 8:03 Banks of Newfoundland by Bote 17:36 Ivor and the White Adder by Andy Guthrie 24:30 The Celtic World Revisited by Cindy Spear 30:58 Lovern from The Fox by Arlene Radasky 34:14 Jack in the Green by Todd Alan 53:44 Listener Feedback - Liz, Dave, Paulette 58:01 Green and Grey by Damh the Bard 1:02:49 Promo - Form Letter Rejection Theater 1:13:03 Promo - The Geek Witch Podcast 1:15:15 Outtakes 1:16:15 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 28th Sep 2009, 1hr 22m Send us your feedback - we love it! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We announce that the website poll has come to a close. We have been running a poll to find out which direction you would like us to take the show in the future - would you like us to continue with Irish Mythology, move on to Welsh Mythology, Arthurian or one of the other strains of Celtic Mythology? We are so really privileged that you have answered with your mouse clicks and we have had 985 votes! Wow, thank you so much. To confirm the results - 3rd Place - Arthurian Myth with 19% of the votes 2nd Place - The Ulster Cycle with 36.1% of the votes 1st Place - Welsh Mythology with 37.9% of the votes So after this Irish Mythological Cycle draws to a close, we will start to present Welsh Mythology for you. We also announced that we have responded to requests from Listeners to produce an online shop, where items carrying the CMP logo can be bought. You can find the shop on Cafe Press or from the Non-profit Shop link in the menu to the left. We have set this up with no profit margin - the price you see is the price Cafe Press charge. Rocks of Rodel by Kiss The Mistress Kiss The Mistress was formed 18 months ago and in that time has moved from folk club floor spots to main act bookings. Their debut CD About Time, released on the 20th March 2009 is already receiving rave reviews and their CD launch at the famous Cambridge Folk Club a fantastic night, attended and enjoyed greatly by an appreciative audience who had traveled from across the Eastern region to attend. You can find out more details about Kiss The Mistress on their website or on their Contributor Page on our website. Beltane: Its History and Modern Celebration by Rowan Moonstone You'll find the original article for this question and answer session on Sacred Texts. Banks of Newfoundland by Bote Bote is a group of 4, sometimes 5, musicians who are striving to bring the maritime sea shanty scene to the southern USA where it is relatively unheard of. We play anything from original numbers about the ocean, love, heartache, or just plain good times, to the traditional folk tunes of the Celtic nations that focus primarily on the salt sea. We have a set list of over 30 songs we play live and selected the best 15 songs for our first album. Whether you're a Celtic music fan or not there is still something for your ears in Work and Worry. Whether it's the funky acoustic pop "All Day Long" or the Bob Dyaln-esque "Whiskey in the Jar", to the harder rocking "Drunken Sailor" or "Star of the County Down", there is more than just irish pub music to be heard here. You can find out more about Bote on their Contributor Page. Ivor and the White Adder by Andy Guthrie We are incredibly privileged to have Andy as a Contributor to the show. He tells stories that are alive in his family today and that have come down through the ages. He says: The old Legends are a passion and a Joy, and the writings of Fiona Macleod are inspiration, in all I do. I have been a Head gardener of 31 years for large house, and sill working, I see the years come and go from spring to winner, and love it all. I retell the old stories. You can read more about Andy on his Myspace page or on our Contributor Page. The Celtic World Revisited by Cindy Spear This poem was inspired by the journey of the Celts. Of course, the place for me of greatest interest is Ireland where many Celts landed. I have included a photo I took in N. Ireland of a very mystical place where there were circles of stones and other interesting rock formations. Published in The New Brunswick Reader July 1, '95. Read on CBC Radio with Iona's "The Search" January 9, '96

Life and Loves of Aengus Og at the Brugh na Boinne In this tale we hear about the visits and adventures of Aengus Og to the Emerald Isle of Erin in later years. Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish25 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:18 Finnegan's Wake by the Brobdignagian Bards 2:52 Story 5:57 Listener Feedback - Barbara, Adan 16:20 Promo - One Minute Irish 18:31 Promo - Nina Kimberly the Merciless 19:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 16th April 2009, 23m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We inform you about our website poll to determine the next set of myths we cover coming to an end with the Beltane Holiday Special, and ask you to get your votes in before then. We also send out a dedication for Ruthie's Cousin Brian - no condolences necessary but spare an healing thought for his family of you have a second. Thank you from both of us. Finnegan's Wake by The Brobdignagian Bards Scottish and Irish folk songs combined with the Lord of the Rings music and a wee bit o'Celtic fun. The Brobdingnagian Bards (pronounced brob-din-nahg-EE-en) are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo from Austin, Texas. Their unique brand of folk music on the autoharp, recorder, and mandolin has made them one of the most-popular Celtic music groups online where they give away thousands of free Celtic MP3 downloads daily. The Brobdingnagian Bards have been amazed and gratified by the outpouring of love and support from their fans over the last 10 years. Marc Gunn and Andrew McKee have had the good fortune to meet interesting people, see new places, and, most importantly, have fun every step of the way throughout their journey together. After much soul searching, the time has come for them to follow their own artistic pursuits for a while. See the Contributor pages for the Brobdingnagian Bards and Marc Gunn for more details. The Many Lives of Aengus Og start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Aengus Mac Og Dagda Brugh na Boinne Erin Teamhair Cormac Ribh Eocho Bregia Magh Find Midhir Magh Dairbthenn Enghi Elcmair Cletech Sidhe Broga Samhain Sons of Derc Sidhe Findabrach Cnoguba Berbrenn Eochaid Fedlech Daib Garb Caill Ochuid Buichet Leinster Tree of Tarbga Inver Umaill Glascarn Maebh Connachta Duma Selga Maeve of Cruachan Caer Ormaith Listener Feedback Barbara, Adan We read a message from Barbara and listen to voice feedback from Adan. Promo - One Minute Irish Eoin One Minute Irish Dia duit! Is mise Eoin - my name is Eoin and welcome to One Minute Irish. In this podcast I'm going to be teaching you Gaeilge, the Irish language. The great thing about this language course is that you'll be learning all you need to know in 60 seconds! Yes, each one-minute language lesson will equip you with just enough Irish to help you get by in lots of situations either on holiday or on a business trip to Ireland, or just to impress your Irish-speaking friends and colleagues. Promo - Nina Kimberly the Merciless Christiana Ellis Nina Kimberly the Merciless She's on a mission... To kill the man who loves her... Why? Because he's an idiot. Nina Kimberly The Merciless is the story of a teenage barbarian princess who must rid herself of an obnoxious royal suitor, replace him with a hero, and then grow into her destiny as a... Well, that she... Podiobooks start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm13.htm http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/oengus_house.html#english And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For additional voice acting Our son, Edward as Aengus Og For incidental music: Theresa Shcroeder-Shekker, Deluded Love and La Rosa Enflorece from La Rosa Mystica. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the B

Tales and Stories of the Mighty Dagda In this tale we hear about the arrival of the Elder Gods and learn more about the Mighty Dagda. In the time when the Dagda held court at the Brugh na Boinne, Corgenn the King of Connachta comes to visit and Aedh, the son of the Dagda makes a pass at his wife... Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish24 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:18 Story 5:57 Listener Feedback -Robyn, Ben 16:20 Promo - the New Order of Druids 18:31 Promo - Raise a Racket 19:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 4th April 2009, 24m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We introduce the new Menu system on the website, let you know about the Pagan Poetry Pages poetry competition. On www.paganpoetrypages.com in the members forum, they've posted two images as inspiration - all you have to do is look and write a poem. The best , most original take on it wins! Just go to the section marked PPP competitions and follow the instructions on how to post an entry. The winner will receive a great prize; a £20 gift voucher for Amazon and a free copy of Pagan Paeans, the first PPP anthology (out May 1st!). If you are not already a member, just register, it's free and very easy to do! We also report on the Independent article about the Celts and the Vikings living together peacefully. The Red Man of All Knowledge start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Dagda Tuatha De Danaan Shannon Erin Morrighan Cermait Honey-Mouth Grey of Macha Cu Chulainn Dabilla Boann Mata Druimne Luchair Teamhair Ainge Gaible Nuada Brugh na Boinne Dichu Len Linfiaclach Fand Flidhias Indeoin na Dese Tuirbe Goban Tulach na Bela Corann Diancecht Cailcheir Debrann Connachta Ceis Corain Niall Tarba Plain of Ai Angus Og Manannan Lir Corgenn Aedh Loch Feabhail Garban Imheall Aileac Listener Feedback Robyn, Ben We read messages from listeners Robyn and Ben, and drop a hint that we've got another story be the wonderful author, Willie Meikle coming up. We also send a shout out to the Gillies family from the Family History section of the forum. Promo - The New Order of Druids N.O.D. The New Order of Druids This podcast is a way to get in touch with our members and also teach the public about the Celts, their mythology and their religion. In short, the New Order of Druids (or N.O.D. in short) was formed as a "Free Celtic Online Community for those who seek the Druid Path", but in the mean time, it has grown to become much more than that, also implementing an Online Druid College called "Grove of Dana", and founding local groves in the world. Promo - Raise a Racket Raise a Racket Podcast novelists and their audience enjoy the intimacy of the medium, but still depend on brief blurbs and book covers to find a match. We make this connection simpler. Our goal is to provide an inclusive podcast for listeners on upcoming Podiobooks.com releases and give authors a voice in promoting their works to an interested audience. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm13.htm http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/oengus_house.html#english And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Adragante, Les Cordes de l'âme and Queste from les cordes de l'âme. See the Contributor Page for details. Armolithae, Twilight onthe Mountain from Artanis. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find o

Spring, One Spring Eve by Willie Meikle, the Gundestrup Cauldron and Horns of Power Celebrating the Spring, we bring you a very moving story by Willie Meikle, a wonderful piece from Horns of Power and four great pieces of music. In addition there is a very powerful Irish poem and we take another visit to The Dragon's Head deep in the Highlands to visit Duncan, the old Scottish Shannachie. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/spring2009 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:37 Spring Equinox 3:32 Spot On by Claymore 5:52 Cernunnos & the Gundestrup Cauldron 10:05 The Witch-God Cernunnos by Sorita D'Este 10:30 The Warrior by the Bards of Mystic 24:00 Mise Éire by Pádraic Mac Piarais 28:34 One Spring Eve by Willie Meikle 31:00 The Children of Lir by Sora 44:24 Beara, Queen of Alba by Andy Guthrie 49:24 One Autumn Day by Catherine Duc 54:53 Listener Feedback - Kent, Jodie 58:51 Promo - BYKI Irish 1:01:50 Promo - Searching for my Wives 1:03:21 Outtakes 1:05:36 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 21st March 2009, 1hr 8m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views Gary apologises for losing emails - again! Come on Gary - stop fiddling with your computer and it might last five minutes :) We also announce the beginning of the Fansite section of the website for all those of you who may have been inspired by the stories. You might have written a story, a poem or maybe drawn/painted a picture or made some music. We welcome your submissions so that other in the Podshow clan can see your work. Please remember that all submissions would be subject to our Creative Commons licence. If you require a different licence, please let us know and we will make it clear on your page. We also wish everyone a very happy St. Patrick's Day for the 17th March. The Spring Equinox We chat about the meaning of the Spring Equinox and the coming of Spring. We talk about the Green Man and Mother Earth. Did the Celts celebrate the Equinox and Easter (Ostara) together. Spot On by Claymore High-energy and committed!!! England born Chris, as well as Jim and Derrek like to enjoy ourselves, and like to get everybody around us to have a fun time, but we also are very dedicated musicians. Although it may seem like Claymore is just about jumping around and not appearing serious, all of us are committed to being the best at what each of us do. We have our regular drummer Don (Otto) Wilson out with us on most occasions also. We are truly passionate about the music. We are also very grateful for our family and friends, who come out or support us in many different ways. You can find out more details about Claymore on their website or on their Contributor Page on our website. Cernunnos & the Gundestrup Cauldron The Gundestrup cauldron is a richly decorated silver vessel, thought to date from between 200 BC and 300 AD, or more narrowly between 150 BC and 1 BC. This places it within the late La Tène period or early Roman Iron Age. The cauldron is the largest known example of European Iron Age silver work. For more information, consult the Wiki page for the Cauldron. The Witch-God Cernunnos by Sorita D'Este This anthology is the first of its kind to be focused on the horned gods of our ancestors and includes both scholarly essays, bardic retellings of stories such as that of Herne the Hunter and a number of experiential essays. Invocations and meditation journeys are also included. The piece we bring you from this wonderful book is about the Celtic God Cernunnos and was written by the book's editor, the talented Sorita D'Este. Bibliographic References for this article Banier, Antoine; The Mythology and Fables of the Ancients, 1739; A Millar, London Brown, Norman O.; Hermes the Thief, 1990; Lindisfarne Press; Massachusettes Daniélou, Alain; Gods of Love and Ecstasy: The Traditions of Shiva and Dionysus, 1992; Inner Traditions International, Vermont Davidson, Hilda Ellis; The Lost Beliefs of Northern Europe; 1999; Barnes & Noble, New York Gimbutas, Marija; Anza ca 6500-5000 BC: A Cultural Yardstick for the Study of Neolithic Southeast Europe; in Journal of Field Archaeology Vol. 1.1; 1974; Boston University Henig, Martin; A Corpus of Roman Engraved Gemstones from British Sites (2 vols); 1974; BAR; Oxford Olmsted, G.S.; The Gundestrup Cauldron; 1979; in Collection Latomus 162; Brussels Rankine, David & d'Este, Sorita; The Isles of the Many Gods; 2007; Avalonia; London Ross, Anne; Pagan Celtic Britain; 1967; Routledge & Kegan Paul Ltd; London You can find out more details about Avalonia Books on their Contributor page on this website or visit the Avalonia website to buy the book or view their other fascinating titles. The Warrior by The Bards of Mystic William Widmaier is the "Captain" of the Bards of Mystic, William is the founder and the driving force behind the Bards. He is also the writer of all the stories, a

The Kings of the Tuatha De Danaan make an important decision In this tale, the mighty Bodb Dearg brings three Princes to the House of Angus Og in the Brugh na Boinne. The Kings of the Tuatha De Danaan make an important decision. Full Shownotes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish23 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:10 Story 3:35 Listener Feedback -Scarlett, John 16:17 Promo - The Infinite and the Beyond 19:40 Promo - Irish & Celtic Music Podcast 20:34 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 6th March 2009, 24m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We introduce some of the new facilities on the website, including the new Voicemail service that costs the same wherever in the world you come from. We also talk about the new podcast of Celtic Myth Podshow news posts. Gifts of the Gods start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Sons of Mil Tuatha De Danaan Manannan Lir Erin Goban the Smith Bodb Dearg Dearg Ilbrech Sidhe Fionnachaidh Slieve Fuad Midhir the Proud Bri Leith Angus Og Sidhe Femen Cliach Three Rosses Connacht Loch Bel Sead Da Derga's Inn Conaire Atrach Aedh Fianna Alban Brugh na Boinne Lugaid Menn Eochaid Fiacha Ruide Doirenn Aife Aillbhe Rachlainn Rath Chobtaige Teamhair Aine Modharn geasa Fertuinne Trogain Scathniamh Caoilte Cruachan Conan Maol Listener Feedback Scarlett We read a message from listener Scarlett, and one from John who comes up with a call for language help. We also send a shout out to the latest families in the Family History section of the forum. Promo - The Infinite & the Beyond The Infinite & the Beyond Based in Southern New Jersey, The Infinite and the Beyond is an esoteric podcast for the introspective pagan mind. Join us as we explore a variety of topics that relate to life and one's unique spiritual journey. Topics focus on paganism, occultism, parapsychology, science, society, and culture in the 21st century. You can hear the full podcasts at: http://infinitebeyond.libsyn.com/ or subscribe through your podcatcher, or through iTunes. Promo - Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Irish & Celtic Music Podcast The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is a free, bi-monthly, downloadable radio show of independent Irish & Celtic music. Irish drinking songs, Scottish folk songs, bagpipes, music from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, Wales, Nova Scotia, Galacia, Australia, the United States, and around the world. You can subscribe through your podcatcher, or through iTunes. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm11.htm And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For Voice Acting: Edward Ashman, our son as Angus Og, Morgan Colcombe, our son as a Prince of the Tuatha Matt Howard as the Sons of Men For incidental music: Adragante, Ballade from les cordes de l'âme. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself,

A Gift for Available to subscribers and feed readers only! Available to subscribers and feed readers only, in this special episode we reflect on the past year and play three tracks by Ceilli Moss from their album On The Shore, which is a compilation from their three published albums and available at Jamendo, http://www.jamendo.com/en/album/21299. We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 27th February 2009, 33m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe Special Thanks For incidental music: Ceili Moss, three tracks from On the Shore. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page. Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page. start of section content--> Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow) Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :) If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet! Ways to subscribe to the Celtic Myth Podshow: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher -->

A mighty eagle soars through icy winds to find the eldest animal In the time of St Ciaran, we hear about a day of incredibly bad weather. The ancient and mighty Eagle, Léithin, sets off on a quest to discover whether there was ever a day of worse weather. This tale, re-discovered in 1916, re-tells a common theme in Celtic Mythology - the search for the oldest animal. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish22 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:18 Story 2:13 Listener Feedback -Joanne 128:57 Promo - UCD Scholarcast 30:14 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 20th February 2009, 34m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We introduce our new Forum board for people wanting to make contact with other, far-flung members of their families. On Frozen Wings start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. St Ciarán Erin Cluan Sailmín Beogan Maolán Naoi Burren Shannon Clauin Mhic Nois Clonmacnoise Cluain Dóimh Drum Biobraid Léithin Dubhchosach Cliach Binn Gulbain Dubhgoire Clonfert Berchán Liffey Kildare Lughaid Goll Easruadh Assaroe Eigne of Ath-Seannaigh Mac Modhairn Fir Bolg Fintan Patholan Aife Ulad Glas Aimbithe Emania Nemedh Tuatha De Danaan Fomorians Sons of Milesius Patrick Alprunn Noé Laimhfhiach Sem Cam Japhet Laimhfhiadhach Friomsa Furdhachta Hawk of Achill Listener Feedback Joanne We read a message from listener Joanne and send a shout out of thanks to James, Hi-coo and Ian from Derby for the reviews in iTunes Promo - UCD Scholarcast UCD Scholarcast This podcast from University College, Dublin is dedicated to the publication of quality academic scholarship in audio download format. UCDscholarcast provides downloadable lectures, recorded to the highest broadcast standards to a wide academic audience of scholars, graduate students, undergraduates and interested others. Each scholarcast is accompanied by a downloadable pdf text version of the lecture to facilitate citation of scholarcast content in written academic work. You can hear the full podcasts at: http://www.ucd.ie/scholarcast/index.html or subscribe through your podcatcher, or through iTunes. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/leithin.html http://books.google.com/books?id=K-F50cFcUW8C&pg=PA49&lpg=PA49&dq=leithin&source=bl&ots=dStk4A1RP9&sig=bQGn2R9CXK17D1Bk_jca_RDKnJM&hl=en&ei=9f-TScGGA5iL-gaSt4X1CA&sa=X&oi=book_result&resnum=8&ct=result#PPA53,M1 http://books.google.com/books?id=JWCdvBZYpAkC&pg=PA23&lpg=PA23&dq=leithin&source=bl&ots=eRYFZ3EEBz&sig=8ZCD30VYr53vD3FbZdgyYLUVvMc&hl=en&ei=WACUScikL8yL-gaEhO2QCQ&sa=X&oi=book_result&resnum=2&ct=result#PPA22,M1 http://gothicimage.co.uk/books/celtictotems.html http://books.google.com/books?id=AZpGUyrI93QC&pg=PA168&lpg=PA168&dq=leithin&source=web&ots=ngw6ZZMIHY&sig=Nfe_oRo_7B_mxF3f8Vz9xgtchXA&hl=en&ei=mAGUSdT9Mcyp-gaqt9mUCQ&sa=X&oi=book_result&resnum=7&ct=result And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go

The Festival of Imbolg, all about Brighid and the Celts vs the Romans In this our first show of 2009, celebrating the festival of Imbolg, we bring you some great music, two pieces of research on the festival, a wonderful Celtic story for young adults and a visit to the fictional Highland pub, The Dragon's Head. You'll hear music from Brocc, Skully, Laura Powers and Kellianna along with a fascinating history of Bridget, the Goddess of Imbolg. We also have some research on the festival itself. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/spring2009 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:44 Brighid: The Triple Goddess of the Celtic Irish by Patricia Monaghan 3:25 Lyonesse by Brocc 9:10 Anait, Queen of the Shee in Alba by Andy Guthrie 15:30 Scarborough Fair by Skully 25:44 Celts v Romans: Diarmid's 1st Battle by Conor 29:08 Morrighan's Quest by Laura Powers 42:36 Imbolg, from Land, Sea & Sky by Shae Clancy and Francine Nicholson 48:07 Listener Feedback - Matt 1:04:39 Brighid by Kellianna 1:07:22 Promo - Druidcast 1:10:15 Promo - The Mark of a Druid 1:13:22 Promo - The Fox 1:14:13 Outtakes 1:16:05 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 8th February 2009, 1hr 19m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about our first year of Podcasting and send thanks to all those listeners who have joined us on this marvellous journey. We also mention that we'll be including a surprise in the feed for all of those loyal listeners who have subscribed as a way of saying a big Thank You. Brighid: The Triple Goddess of the Celtic Irish by Patricia Monaghan An avid traveler, Patricia has researched earth spirituality and goddess worship on three continents. She has traveled widely in Europe, especially in Ireland; she holds dual US/Irish citizenship and has edited two anthologies of contemporary Irish-American writing. She is at work on an Encyclopedia of Celtic mythology and folklore as well as a book of poems based on Irish myth. Here we have an excerpt from Goddesses and Heroines about the Goddess of Imbolg, Brighid. You can read more about Patricia on her website or her Contributor Page. Lyonesse by Brocc Brocc came into being over the summer of 2008 - a product of gales and rain in the woods and a badger who came to stay and has become our symbol. The songs this group weaves tells tales of myth and legend and the old beliefs of our lands and peoples. We embody the history of this land ... and we want to give something back. Our music is timeless, evocative of earlier, simpler times. The instruments reflect our love of forgotten timbres - we play english & swedish bagpipes, woodwinds and recorders, the medieval hurdy-gurdy, mandola and bandurria, and a host of percussion. This is our offering............... You can find out more details about Brocc on Myspace or on their Contributor Page on our website. Anait, Queen of the Shee in Alba by Andy Guthrie We are incredibly privileged to have Andy as a Contributor to the show. He tells stories that are alive in his family today and that have come down through the ages. He says: The old Legends are a passion and a Joy, and the writings of Fiona Macleod are inspiration, in all I do. I have been a Head gardener of 31 years for large house, and sill working, I see the years come and go from spring to winner, and love it all. I retell the old stories. You can read more about Andy on his Myspace page or on our Contributor Page. Scarborough Fair by Skully Skully has graciouslly allowed us to play his rousing version of Scarborough Fair from his album Irish Makeover. The vocals on this track are by Annette Buckley. "These are songs that have been performed and sung for generations", says Skully, "from the sean-nos singer beside a fire in an old thatched cottage to grand orchestrated versions, these songs have been passed down through the years". You can find out more details about Skully on Myspace or on their Contributor Page on our website. Celts v Romans: Diarmid's 1st Battle by Conor Diarmid is a Briton form the Cantiac tribe of the South East. He and his friends are preparing to face their adult rituals when a threat comes from across the channel, a threat of the very worst kind. The news from the Gauls is that the Romans plan to invade the Britannic Isles, once they have conquered Gaul. A force must be sent to Gaul to help them in a great battle, to drive the Romans Out. But there are traitors at home, who must be dealt with quickly. But which tribe are they? What is their plan? Will Diarmid and his friends be brave enough to face these trials? Will Aedan the Druid have the wisdom to guide them? OR will the life, and the people, they love be destroyed by the Roman power? You can find out more about Conor on our Contributor page or get his book from Amazon. Morrighan's Quest by Laura Powers Step into a world that is steeped in the imag

Taliesin and the Death Song of Uther Pendragon In this our second music special, the New Year Music Special, we bring you some more great music as well as another poem from the Book of Taliesin. You'll hear moving folk music from Danny Quinn, Skully, Tiffany Apan, Anne Roos, Triflemore and Claymore, some wonderful Faery music from Tinkerscuss and Faeries Wear Boots. There's also some more rocking music from Orient Xpress. This episode we are proud to announce that Orient Xpress have allowed us to offer you their marvellous rocker, Ancient Hero, as a free download. Click the following link to download Ancient Hero now. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/newyearmusic2 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:27 Mr Monaghan's Magical Faery Dust by Faeries Wear Boots 3:30 Long Lankin by Tinkerscuss 8:18 Perfect by Triflemore 12:36 Mairi's Wedding by Anne Roos 17:08 The Death-Song of Uther Pendragon by Taliesin 20:20 Ancient Hero by Orient XPress 25:37 Scarborough Fair by Tiffany Apan 30:08 All Around My Hat by Skully 34:18 The Minstrel Boy by Danny Quinn 38:07 Buy Me a Beer by Claymore 40:31 Listener Feedback - Ariel 43:40 Promo - Druidic Craft of the Wise 44:47 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 10th January 2009, 48m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about the generous gift from Orient Xpress, their rocking song Ancient Hero and the demise of the superlative podcast, Deo's Shadow. Mr Monaghan's Magical Faery Dust by Faeries Wear Boots Born just weeks apart, with a mutual love of all things dark, gothic, shiny, folky, and fae, it was inevitable that Chrissie and Polly would eventually come together to form Faeries Wear Boots, a modern melting-pot of the darker elements of British and Irish folk music and lore with pretty tunes, driving beats, and of course, very big boots. Soon they were joined by Chrissie's father, Andrew, and (when he wasn't busy being a rock star) her brother Robby and the Faeries Wear Boots line up was complete... Described by one festival organizer as 'faeries with attitude', Faeries Wear Boots continue to go from strength to strength as they win over audiences with their captivating tunes and fantastical faerie attire. ... Already Faeries Wear Boots have been asked to support Scottish songstress Isla Sinclair, and have played alongside Pagan-Folk and Faery artists such as Omnia, Daughters of Gaia, The Dolmen, Wendy Rule and Elfin Spiral. You can find out more details about Faeries Wear Boots on their Website or on their Contributor Page on our website. Long Lankin by Tinkerscuss Tinkerscuss are sisters Erin and Bryony Holden who live in the north Gloucestershire village of Bourton-on-the-Water. They are renowned for songs that are dark and eerie along with the more traditional 'Celtic' pieces. The combination of Bryony's rich, resonant vocals and Erin's modal guitar style will enthral, bespell and wrap the listener in the mists of myth and legend. You can find out more details about Tinkerscuss on Myspace or on their Contributor Page on our website. Perfect by Triflemore Sometimes the impractical makes perfect sense… From the very first tune and lyric they combined, Triflemore knew they were on to something that fit. Though choosing to start a collaboration with an entire ocean in the way, meant even small tasks would require extra effort. It also meant having to challenge any existing theories that having to be in the same room is a pre-requisite to good songwriting. And well, many have been shocked to discover that their first album, Words from Notes, a haunting, well-intertwined voice and guitar duet, was written and recorded without ever having met in person. The impractical was achieved by using technology to deliver back and forth the ideas of two souls from two very different places. Susan Rhea, from small-town America, and Owen Goudie from the Shetland Islands, found their inherent differences irrelevant to the ability to seamlessly blend their musical thoughts. The result is a contemplation of emotions that create themes which are relevant to us all in our own way. By searching for tunes and lyrics to enlighten their own hearts, they've happened upon a way to make a difference by creating songs to briefly open windows that let us peer in behind the joys and often lingering sorrows of a life. In their song Goudfield, the question is asked "What would you say if words would last?" Triflemore will continue to answer this with each new song that finds it's way into their hearts. This is their life's journey. And, you could say, that as they continue to overcome the obstacles that the distance places before them, the impractical has become something they have learned to embrace because to them, nothing has ever made more sense….. You can find out more about Triflemore on their website or our Contributor page. Mairi

Come and share with us in our great Christmas Party! In this our first music special, we bring you some great music as well as a poem from the Book of Taliesin. You'll hear moving Irish music from Danny Quinn, Samantha Gillogly and the Logues, some ethereal Faery music from Karen Kay and Faeries Wear Boots. There's also some great rocking music from Orient Xpress, Thinker and Tinkerscuss. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/christmas2008 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:26 Da Day Dawn by Samantha Gillogly 3:50 Danny Boy by Danny Quinn 6:30 Midsummer Night's Dream by Karen Kay & Michael Tingle 9:38 King for a Thousand Years by Orient XPress 14:03 The Chair of Cerridwen by Taliesin 16:40 The Balefire Song by Tinkerscuss 20:28 This Song by Thinker 24:53 The Faery Dance by Faeries Wear Boots 30:04 Poitin Valley by The Logues 34:08 Listener Feedback - Caitlin 38:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 3rd January 2009, 42m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about a new Asatru pagan cemetery in Denmark and celebrate the anniversary of Tolkien's Birthday. Pop along and see the Tolkien Wiki for more details. Da Day Dawn by Samantha Gillogly Born in Los Angeles, violinist/violist/composer Samantha Gillogly began her musical training at age six on the island of Martha's Vineyard. Fluent in an extensive list of standard classical repertoire, from Adams to Zelenka, she is also an avid fan and performer of traditional and crossover music employing such styles as Celtic, Bluegrass, Gypsy and Scandinavian fiddle, as well as jazz and improvisation. When not practicing, performing, or composing, Gillogly's off hours are spent writing fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and experimenting in painting, drawing and calligraphy. She is a published writer in multiple formats, and has been a contributing critic to The Green Man Review, an online arts and culture magazine. Her favorite culinary pursuit is brewing her infamous triple-espresso coffee, known to those who've dared taste it as "Viola Varnish". Gillogly performs on a French 1860 Charles Simonin violin. You can find out more about Samantha on Myspace or our Contributor Page. Danny Boy by Danny Quinn Danny Quinn has been a performer of Irish & American folk music for nearly three decades. He has entertained throughout the U.S., Canada, Ireland and England at concerts, coffee houses, festivals, corporate events and pubs. Since 1979 he has shared the stage with or opened for renowned artists such as the Clancy Brothers, Tom Chapin, Peter Yarrow, Robbie O'Connell, the Makem & Spain Brothers, John Prine, David Mallett, Walt Michael, Eilleen Ivers, The Chieftains and many others. For over twenty years Danny toured nationally with the legendary Tommy Makem. Find out more about the Danny on his website, his Myspace page or on our Contributor Page. Midsummer Night's Dream by Karen Kay & Michael Tingle Karen says: I live literally at the ends of the earth in magical mystical Cornwall. I love the sea and lush green nature. The stunning scenery inspires my music and meditations. I love to create and express myself using my voice. I hope you will enjoy my creations. She is also the editor and founder of Fae Magazine. A new magazine for faery fans in the UK, rest of Europe and around the faery world! You can find out more about Karen on her website, Michael on his website or our Contributor Page. King for a Thousand Years by Orient XPress Orient Xpress is a transCaucasian Indie Guitar band with Azeri passion, Irish soul, Essex Blag, Polish spirit, and a whole heap of loveliness. The sort of band that a 15yo crazy will love but his mum will too (from their Myspace page). You can find out more about Orient Xpress on their Contributor page. The Chair of Cerridwen Sacred Texts From The Book of Taliesin on Sacred Texts, taken from the Four Ancient Books of Wales by William F. Skene. The Balefire Song by Tinkerscuss Tinkerscuss are sisters Erin and Bryony Holden who live in the north Gloucestershire village of Bourton-on-the-Water. They are renowned for songs that are dark and eerie along with the more traditional 'Celtic' pieces. The combination of Bryony's rich, resonant vocals and Erin's modal guitar style will enthral, bespell and wrap the listener in the mists of myth and legend. You can find out more details about Tinkerscuss on Myspace or on their Contributor Page on our website. This Song by Thinker Thinker are a 3-piece folk-indie band from the South of the UK. They call themselves folk-indie, but only because they are acoustic led and have a fiddle; in reality it is difficult to categorise music which draws on Irish, English, Punk and Indie influences. Over the past year they have played across the South coast, from London to Cornwall, playing many festivals in the Summer, and with friends and acts like 3 Daft Monk

Yule traditions, a great story and some rockin' music for the holidays! In this our Midwinter, Yule, Holiday Special we bring you a piece about the meanings of Yule and its traditions, some poems, four great pieces of music and an excerpt from Priestess of the Forest by Ellen Evert Hopman. The story is set in 3rd Century Ireland and tells of the meeting of Ethne, a Druid Healer and Ruadh, a member of the Fianna. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/yule2008 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:15 The Meanings of Yule 3:01 Lords & Ladies by Kim Thompsett 9:08 Ogma's Lament by Dr. Joe Christopher 12:56 The Standing Stone by The Bards of Mystic 15:41 Priestess of the Forest by Ellen Evert Hopman 19:12 Up Ye Rock Ye by Saor Patrol 35:40 Call to the Fey by Gary 40:08 Listener Feedback - Arlene 42:33 On Midwinter's Day by Damh the Bard 34:08 Appeal for Sacred Texts 48:40 Promo - Contagious 49:38 Promo - The Dark Side of the Fey 51:19 Outtakes 53:38 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 20th December 2008, 56m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about some more amazing new fairy art that has been submitted to us by renowned artist, Justin Russell, and describe the new book he is writing. Both of us have been interviewed by Christopher Blackmore for Action magazine for the AREN organisation. The Meanings of Yule We then discuss the meanings and traditions of Yule with a reading from the Golden Bough. Lords & Ladies by Kim Thompsett Kim Thompsett is a musician and songwriter living and working in the South East of England. She plays guitar, flute, native American flute and zither. Her songs have an escapist quality which evokes the England of old with hints of Celtic, medieval and the classic folk artists of the '60's and 70's. The album Songs from the Uglee Meadow is due for release on 30th November 2008. The album title is inspired by a serene and beautiful place in East Sussex called the Uglee Meadow. The album features musicians such as Will Summers from Circulus on recorders, flutes and crumhorn and Philip Martin (alias Drohne) on hurdy gurdy. You can find out more about Kim on Myspace, last.fm or our Contributor Page. Ogma's Lament by Dr. Joe Christopher We wrongly ascribe this wonderful sonnet to Professor Joe Christopher instead of the Doctor Joe Christopher in the show. Apologies for this! Joe Christopher of Tarleton, Texas, author of 'C. S. Lewis', Twayne English Authors Series, writes - 'I don't know that the enclosed sonnet is appropriate for the C. S. Lewis Newsletter, for the Church of Ireland may have doubts about a work that has only one brief allusion to Lewis's Christianity and is otherwise pagan. Further, the sonnet has one weak rhyme and certainly counts on a reader having knowledge of Irish legend (for the argument by analogy in the last tercet) and Irish myth. On the other hand, it certainly ties to Ulster!' Find out more about Joe Christopher on our Contributor page. [Source] The Standing Stone by The Bards of Mystic William, the Captain of the Bards of Mystic, says: I was inspired to write that one after personally wandering through the fields of standing stones in Carnac, as well as visiting many dozens of sites throughout north western France. Find out more about the Bards of Mystic on Myspace. More details will also be found on our Contributor Page. Priestess of the Forest by Ellen Evert Hopman This tale is set in third century Ireland where Christianity is sweeping across the Celtic Isles. The book recreates the daily life, magical practices, politics and spiritual lives of the Ancient Celts during this historic turning point. During this time of crisis, love blooms between Ethne, a Druid healer, and her patient, a Fennid warrior. Their passionate affair suffers a tragic blow when Ethne is called upon to become the High Queen. The section we bring to you comes at the beginning of the tale after Ruadh is gored by a boar and becomes the patient of the enigmatic Ethne. You can find out more about Ellen on the Celtic Heritage website, buy her book on Amazon and also find out more about the Order of the White Oak on their website. You can find more details on our Contributor Page. Up Ye Rock Ye by Saor Patrol The unique sound of Scotland in the 21st century, bringing the sounds of the past into the present and launching the listener into an exciting future for this Scottish band based at their Kincardine headquarters in Scotland. See their Myspace page and hear more music or visit their homepage, Saor Patrol. You can find out more details about Saor Patrol on their Contributor Page on this website. You can visit the Clan Ranald site or see more details on our Charity page. Call to the Fey by Gary A poem I wrote some time ago :) Breathe into me the wild, The boundless, the beauty of the child. Let me drink deep the endless cup,

Eithne meets Saint Padraig and Aengus Og hunts for her We return with part 2 of the Fosterage of two Milk Pails story. In this story, which is part 2 of a 2 part story, we hear about the how Eithne meets Padraig the Saint and converts to Christianity. When Aengus Og eventually finds her, we discover what happens to the stricken maid. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish21 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:22 Story 3:03 Listener Feedback -Sarah 22:20 Promo - Dale Jarvis - Storyteller 23:55 Promo - Druidcast 25:16 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 12th December 2008, 28m Please send us a message! We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We introduce our Christmas schedule and thank all of the people who have voted on their choice of Myths for next Spring. Fostered by Milk Pails start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Sons of Mil Tuatha De Danaan The Tailginn Padraig the Saint Erin Eithne Feth Fiadha Brugh na Boinne Calpurnius Aengus Og Curcog Ros Dighair The Dagda Finbarr Manannan mac Lir Ilbrec Sigmall Abhartach Bodb Fodhla Ceall Eithne Ceasan Fid Gaible Cluain Cesain Ros Mic Treoin Fianna Finn-magh Listener Feedback Sarah We read a message from listener Sarah and send a shout out of thanks for the votes cast on Podcast Alley. Promo - Dale Jarvis - Storyteller Dale Jarvis - Storyteller Storyteller Dale Jarvis, based in St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada, presents a selection of ghost stories, traditional tales and stories of the fairies. You never know what you'll be able to hear. Enjoy the stories, or subscribe to the podcast! Promo - Druidcast Druidcast Your host is Damh the Bard and in each episode he will feature poetry, story and song offered by Bards throughout the world. There will also be interviews with people from the Druid tradition, seasonal thoughts, explorations of Celtic mythology and history, reviews, and competitions. You can hear the full podcasts at: http://www.druidcast.libsyn.com/ or subscribe through your podcatcher, or through iTunes. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm11.htm And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For Voice Acting: Morgan Colcombe, our son as Aengus Mac Og For incidental music: eNoz, Pagode onirique,from Nuits de Glace. See the Contributor Page for details. Adragante, Marche de ferrel from les cordes de l'âme. See the Contributor Page for details. Maya Filipic, Stories from Emona II from Between Two Worlds. See the Contributor Page for details. Sara Ayers, lilySoloVoiceCoda from Sara Ayers. See the Contributor Page page for more details. James Underberg, Thursday Kiss from Podsafe Audio. See the Contributor Page page for more details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks g

An insult with far-reaching consequences! In this tale, we hear about the coming of Manannan Mac Lir to the Tuatha De Danann and a maiden that cannot eat mortal food. We hear about an insult that has dire effects and the coming of the Christian God to the Ancient Celts. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish20 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:07 Story 3:26 Listener Feedback -Nick, Steve 31:44 Promo - Druidic Dawn 35:24 Promo - The Fox 36:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 21st November 2008, 41m We love to get your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views The 30th November is St Andrew's Day and we talk about some of the traditional associations with the Scottish Saint. We also send good wishes to our American friends for Thanksgiving, which is in origin a Celtic festival. The Insult of Finbarr start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Finbarr Tuatha De Danaan Sons of Mil Manannan Mac Lir Bodb Derg Sidhe Buidb Lake Deggert Midir Sidhe Truim Sidhemall Sidhe Neannta Finbarr Meadha Sidhe Meadha Tadg Mor Nuada Sidhe Druim Dean Abhartach Illathar Sidhe Buidhe Fagartach Sidhe Finnabrach Ilbreac Sidhe Aeda of Asseroe Lir Lugaid Sidhe Finnachadh Derg Diansgothach Sidhe Cleitidh Feth Fiadha Feast of Goban Sidhe Brugh Emain Ablach Erin Ealcmar Cairbre Cromfill Sigma Cairbre Cromm Aengus Og Dagda Dichu Roc Eachdond Mor Abartach Sidhmall Siteach Cruitin na Cuan Sidhe Curcog Eithne Munster Cnoc Medha Eremon Laegaire Niall Noigiallach Tailginn Listener Feedback Nick, Steve We read messages from listener Nick and listener Steve. Promo - Druidic Dawn Druidic Dawn Druidic Dawn is non-affiliated to any Druid Association, Group, Order or Individual. It will be seeking an independent non-profit status in the near future. Overall it's working towards becoming a social enterprise for the Global Druid Community. It is a balance, between a non-profit business model and Druidic working. The visible elements presented here are celebrating the diversity of its many Druidic Paths. Promo - The Fox The Fox The Fox is a historical novel that contains adventure, ancient Celtic beliefs, sacrifice, love of family, ancient and modern culture, and divorce. Have you ever wondered who your ancestors were? How did they live? How did they die? Most of us do. Genealogy is a huge business. Curiosity about our bloodlines, our past, makes us want to go back as far as possible. But, genealogy can only go back as far as there are written records. What if you had a chance to find a connection to ancient roots? To someone who lived two thousand years ago? Proof you could touch and hold in your hand? Aine Macrea has that chance. She is the archaeologist who is on the search for a vision. Jahna has come to her and lead her to discoveries. In The Fox, you will follow the lives of Jahna and Lovern, two people who lived in what is now Scotland, during the time of the invading Romans. The Romans threatened Jahna and Lovern, their clan and most importantly, the life of their child. They struggled to find a way to stop the coming invasion and in doing so, left traces of their lives. Aine is working to rebuild her career and is led by instinct, or a vision (or is it a ghost?) to a hilltop in Scotland. Follow their stories in my podcast novel The Fox, you can also buy this book at Amazon. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/fosterage.html http://www.isleofman.com/Home/Community/ePedia/Arts/Mythology /Mythology/Manannan.aspx http://www.timelessmyths.com/celtic/conversion.html http://www.ancienttexts.org/library/celtic/ctexts/fosterage.html http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Ring/2665/goibhniu.html http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/237171/Goibhniu And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For Voice Acting: Edward Ashman, our son, as Aengus Mac Og Morgan Colcombe, our son as Ealcmar For incidental music: Armolithae, Endless Blue from Artanis. Jamendo. See the Contributor Page for details. The Noizemakerz, Grid83 Conspiracy Podsafe Audio eNoz, Transfiguration remix, Nuits de glace, Par une longue apres-midi d'attente from Nuits de Glace. See the Contributor Page for details. Adragante, Les cordes de l'ame from les cordes de l'âme. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special

An Arthurian story, a Druid's Herbal and some great music! In our second half, we conclude our celebrations with four great pieces of music, a short Arthurian story, an excerpt from A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine by Ellen Evert Hopman and some great family stories from listeners - one of which is a very special story called The Fireball by listener, Jason MacNamara. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/halloween2 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:02 I Will Be a Stranger by Kim Thompsett 2:21 The House of Pendragon Bk.1: Firebrand by Debra A. Kemp 7:10 Faerie Feeling by Karen Kay 14:42 A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine by Ellen Evert Hopman 18:26 The Cauldron Born by Damh the Bard 34:08 Call of the Morrigan by Ruthie 41:04 The Fireball by Jason MacNamara 49:47 Ancestor's Song by Kellianna 1:02:20 Listener Feedback - Brooks, Lozboy 1:06:18 Promo - Ancestor 1:07:56 Outtakes 1:09:33 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 9th November 2008, 1hr 12m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We tell our listeners about some of the changes made to the website to hopefully make it easier to navigate. We also discuss some amazing new fairy art that has been submitted to us by renowned artist, Justin Russell. I Will Be a Stranger by Kim Thompsett Kim Thompsett is a musician and songwriter living and working in the South East of England. She plays guitar, flute, native American flute and zither. Her songs have an escapist quality which evokes the England of old with hints of Celtic, medieval and the classic folk artists of the '60's and 70's. The album Songs from the Uglee Meadow is due for release on 30th November 2008. The album title is inspired by a serene and beautiful place in East Sussex called the Uglee Meadow. The album features musicians such as Will Summers from Circulus on recorders, flutes and crumhorn and Philip Martin (alias Drohne) on hurdy gurdy. You can find out more about Kim on Myspace, last.fm or our Contributor Page. The House of Pendragon Book 1: Firebrand by Debra A. Kemp Despite the collar marking her as a slave of Dunn na Carraice, young Lin is fiercely determined to retain her pride and keep her family intact. That dignity bears a price, for Lin has drawn the wrath of Modred, the youngest prince of Orkney. His single-minded quest to break strong-willed Lin--by any means necessary--nearly succeeds. Although accustomed to the death, disease, rape and famine that runs rampant in the slave hovel she calls home, it is when her beloved brother Dafydd is placed on the auction block that her warrior spirit becomes apparent to all who challenge her, and the shocking secret of her lineage is finally revealed. Find out more about Debra and the House of Pendragon on Myspace, Amber Quill or Telltale Press. More details will also be found on our Contributor page. Faery Feeling by Karen Kay Karen says: I live literally at the ends of the earth in magical mystical Cornwall. I love the sea and lush green nature. The stunning scenery inspires my music and meditations. I love to create and express myself using my voice. I hope you will enjoy my creations. She is also the editor and founder of Fae Magazine - a new magazine for faery fans in the UK, rest of Europe and around the faery world! You can find out more about Karen on her website or our Contributor page. A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine by Ellen Evert Hopman The Druids used the ancient Ogham Tree Alphabet to work magic and honor the dead, surrounding each letter with medicinal and spiritual lore. Poets and bards created a secret sign language to describe the letters, each of which is named for a tree or a plant. For centuries this language was transmitted only orally in order to protect its secrets. Combining her extensive herbal knowledge and keen poetic insight, Ellen Evert Hopman delves deeply into the historic allusions and associations of each of the 20 letters of the Ogham Tree Alphabet. She also examines Native American healing methods for possible clues to the way ancient Europeans may have used these trees as healing agents. Druidic spiritual practices, herbal healing remedies, and plant lore are included for each tree in the alphabet as well as how each is used in traditional rituals such as the Celtic Fire Festivals and other celebrations. Hopman also includes a pronunciation guide for the oghams and information on the divinatory meanings associated with each tree. Names Used in this Section Samhain Halloween Oiche Shamhna Oiche na Sprideanna Sean-Shamhain Samhuin Hallow E'en Calan Gaeaf Galen Gwaf Kala-Goanv Beltaine Fianna Trinouxtion Samonii Coligny Calendar Tuatha de Danaan Tara Echtra Nerai King Ailil Queen Medb The Sidhe Shillelaghs Puca Seachain! Tlaghta Mog Ruith Cernunnos NicNevin Nemain Morrigan Cailleach Avvaloch Avalon You can find out more about Ellen

Celebrate the ancestors with the novel Ravenwolf! We begin to celebrate the festival of the ancestors with some great music, an excerpt from the novel Ravenwolf and some very powerful poetry from renowned Irish poet Aine Mac Aodha. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/halloween1 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:19 Hy Brasil Podcast 2:26 Hallowe'en 3:01 Aftermath by Saor Patrol 6:00 Fire of the Gaels & Mise Eire by Aine MacAodha 11:37 The Book of Invasions by The Hungry Bentleys 15:40 Ravenwolf by Kelly Heckart 18:33 Song of the Sea by Sharon Knight 31:55 Feedback 39:58 Promo - School of Podcasting 39:17 Irish Phrase of the Day 40:03 Outtakes 40:30 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 1st November 2008, 43m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We tell our listeners about the technical difficulties we have been having with a server crash and apologise for any delays. We also talk about the new Icelandic film about Vikings, Saga, and wonder where the Celtic films are? We also send greetings and welcomes to our new Portuguese listeners and with the help of Aline Martins from the Hy Brasil Podcast, Gary tries his hand at a little Portuguese. Hy Brasil Podcast Aline Martins Aline Martins is the irrepressible hostess of the Hy Brasil podcast, the plays some great Celtic/Folk music (much in English) as well as discussing Celtic culture and beliefs. You can find the podcast on mypodcast.com or Podbean, or find out more about Aline. Hallowe'en We also discuss some of the meaning of Hallowe'en or Samhain to the Ancient Celts and quote from Thomas Rolleston's book Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race which can be found on Sacred Texts. Aftermath (Blar Loch Lochy) by Saor Patrol The unique sound of Scotland in the 21st century, bringing the sounds of the past into the present and launching the listener into an exciting future for this Scottish band based at their Kincardine headquarters in Scotland. Those that have heard SAOR PATROL live never forget the visual image, and the vibrant energy they send out to their audience during a performance. Their vibrant pipe tunes and drum rhythms please, and excite, many a crowd from all walks of life. Still holding onto their unique sound and style they continue to combine old roots and new blood. Once again Saor Patrol has brought to you their very own Celtabilly music. Aftermath (Blar-Nan-Leine 1544) Battle of the Field of Shirts The Battle of Kinloch-Lochy, also known as the Battle of the Shirts or Blar na Léine, was a 1544 battle in Scotland, fought between branches of the Clan Donald, with the involvement of their allies the Clan Cameron against the Clan Fraser, led by Fraser of Lovat, who was aided by members of Clan Grant. The site was on Loch Lochy. [wiki]. See also Clan Cameron's description. The Clanranald Trust Duncarrow All of the members of Saor Patrol are deeply involved in Charity Work, starting the Clanranald Trust. They say: Our ultimate aim is to replicate a medieval Motte and Bailey Fort as an interactive educational visitor attraction (See more at DunCarron). The idea behind the project is to provide an arena in which groups, individuals and school parties can experience the atmosphere of an authentic medieval working community. Once completed the Trust intend to use this development as a centre from which to base their work with the local community and educational institutions, whilst also offering a great forum for companies to entertain clients and employees alike. The Film and TV industries will also find the project useful as a "set". See their Myspace page and hear more music or visit their homepage, Saor Patrol. You can find out more details about Saor Patrol on their Contributor Page on our website. You can visit the Clan Ranald site or see more details on our Charity page. Fire of the Gaels & Mise Eire by Aine MacAodha She says: I am A writer and rising photographer from Omagh in Tyrone,Ireland, AkA (Ann Keys). I write poetry and Short Stories, was awarded The Tyrone Guthrie bursary from Omagh District council. Published in Magazines including, Argotist online,Luciole Press, Arabesque press, Red Pulp Writers,Shamrock Haiku, Irish Hailu, Citizen 32, The herald, Oasis Press, Forward Press, New Belfast Arts, Faces of the Goddess,and poetry now. My first collection of poems titled, 'Where The Three Rivers Meet', can be purchased as a hard copy or as a download. You can find Aine on her Myspace page or more details about her on our Contributor Page, including where to get her book. The Book of Invasions by The Hungry Bentleys Beautifully crafted, elegiac lyrics set to acoustic minor key. Guitar and piano blended like a vintage whisky. And those lyrics; at once verbose and precise. Aural sketches of the persistent low cloud in John's North Western home town, but Hungry Bentley also make time to n

Fintan meets the world's oldest Hawk In this story, which is part 2 of the 2 part story of Fintan, we hear how the oldest and greatest Seannachie or Story-teller of Ireland, Fintan meets his end. Before he does however, he meets the world's oldest Hawk, an old friend never before seen, and they share their life histories. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish19 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:10 Story 2:30 Listener Feedback -Patte 28:19 Promo - Society of Celtic Shamans 29:45 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 24th October 2008, 33m We love hearing your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We tell our listeners that we are going to be taking a holiday over the Holiday over the Christmas/Yule period and will be releasing a couple of music shows instead of our normal stories. We invite musicians to submit their music for inclusion in these shows. We also mention our email mailing list for those who are short of time and yet want to be kept up to date as to when an episode is released. The Hawk of Achill start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Fintan Diarmait Cerball Erin Flann Febla Scannlan Cennfaelad Ailill Temhair Trefuilngid Tre-ochair Uisnech Drowes Belach Cuairt Boyne Comar Tri nUsci Glas Belach Conglais Luimnech Dun Tulcha Ciarraighe Luachra Bóchra Inber Bairche Parthalon Aife Sliabh Elpa Tamlacht Nemed Iath Boirche Magh Rain Eblenn Lugh Cian Ethne/Ethliu Magh Tuiredh Gomer Tuatha De Danaan Fomori Balor Toga Sliab Raisen Lecco Tal Mid Comor Cuan Magh Mais Gleoir Glainide Lamech Cessair Bith Noah Ladru Sons of Mil Achill Dun Telera Ros Greda Illan Fian Assaroe Ladra Bush Bann Nra Suck Suir Shannon Slaney Liffey Maigue Ethne Moy Mourne Muir Solan Lee Laune Dael Dubh Sligo Mond Eme Mac Modorn Slainge Eochaid Druim Ibar Nuada Fodhla Eo Rossa Mughna Mor Tortan Conchobar Traigh Baile Cuchulainn Cúroi Clann Degad Garbh Starn Naisi Cet Monodhar mac Cecht Conall Fergus mac Roich Táin Muirthemne Cu of the Feats Commor Inis Geidh Magh Leana Druim Brice Leithin Sliabh Fuai Druim Seghsa Lughaine Conn Hundred Battler Cormac mac Airt Midhe Dathi Niall Nine-Hostager Diarmuid Donn Fergus mac Cearbhall Fianna Erc Ochomon Fidach Brighid Fithier Rual Annid Ham Noah Lamech Listener Feedback Patte We read a message from listener Pattie. Promo - Society of Celtic Shamans Society of Celtic Shamans We are remembering ancient ways and reconnecting with our ancestors. Come, tread the paths of Avalon and sail to Tir na nOg. Begin the journey that will lead you into the Shining Country. To learn more about the Society of Celtic Shamans please visit us at http://www.faeryshaman.org. Subscribe to the podcast at podbean.com Anne Roos - Celtic Harpist Anne has graciously allowed us to use three pieces for Fintan's Harp in this tale. The tracks are Bridget Cruise from the album Haste to the Wedding, The Seas Are Deep from the album Mermaids and Mariners and The Golden Castle from the album A Light in the Forest. More details about Anne and these albums can be found on her Contributor Page. Anne's music repertoire spans traditional Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Welsh), English, folk, religious and secular, Early, Renaissance and classical music, to Broadway, contemporary, pop and Jazz, and is virtually unlimited. She can easily provide the traditional "Canon in D" and "Here Comes the Bride" for a wedding processional, and play classic Frank Sinatra or Metallica at a reception. Her ability to faithfully play such a broad range of musical styles has helped to establish her popularity. Visit Anne's website Celtic harp music or find more details on her Contributor Page. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.shee-eire.com/Magic&Mythology/Myths/Heroes&Heroines/The-Hawk-of-Achill/Page1.htm http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/Temhair.html http://www.ucd.ie/tlh/trans/rib.eriu.4.001.t.text.html http://www.ucd.ie/tlh/trans/ws.fl.3.001.t.text.html And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For Voice Acting: Edward Ashman, our son, as Aengus Mac Og Morgan Colcombe, our son as Ealcmar For incidental music: Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode. You can find her website here. The track we use here as the bardic accompaniment is Chiorsdain's Lullaby. See the Contributor Page for details. Victor Stellar, The Glacial Epoch from Podsafe Audio. See the Contributor Page page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for

The old story-teller, Fintan, gives his famous Judgement In this story, which is part 1 of a 2 part story, we hear the tale of the oldest and greatest Shannachie or Story-teller of Ireland, Fintan. It was the job of the Shannachie to travel the land of Erin and collect stories from far-flung corners and this tale tells of his long life and his place in the history of the magical Isle of Erin. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish18 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:21 Story 2:20 Listener Feedback -Paul 30:44 Promo - The Mark of a Druid 32:00 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 10th October 2008, 35m We love hearing your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We send thanks to Anne Roos for her Harping that is heard within this tale. Anne Roos Anne has graciously allowed us to use three pieces for Fintan's Harp in this tale. The tracks are My Lagan Love from the album Hasten to the Wedding, High Barbary from the album Mermaids and Mariners and Craigieburn Wood from the album A Light in the Forest. More details about Anne and these albums can be found on her Contributor Page. Anne's music repertoire spans traditional Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Welsh), English, folk, religious and secular, Early, Renaissance and classical music, to Broadway, contemporary, pop and Jazz, and is virtually unlimited. She can easily provide the traditional "Canon in D" and "Here Comes the Bride" for a wedding processional, and play classic Frank Sinatra or Metallica at a reception. Her ability to faithfully play such a broad range of musical styles has helped to establish her popularity. Visit Anne's website Celtic harp music or find more details on her Contributor Page. The Judgement of Fintan start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Fintan Brega Temhair Erin Niall of the Nine Hostages Ui Neill Glen Etin Lough Lumman Aed Abaid Diarmait Fergus Cerball Erin Flann Febla Scannlan Fingen Paidraig Fiachra Colman Cennfaelad Aillil Muiredach Magh Rath Finnchad Falmag Leinster Cú-alad Bran Bairne Deg Fir Olnegmacht Tuan Cairell Ulaid Bóchra Bith Noah Dun Tulcha Kerry Berran Luachair Dedaid Cessair Sliab Betha Ladru Ard Ladrann Tul Tuinde Parthalon Agnoman Fir Bolg Fir Gaelion Fir Domnann Irrus Tuatha De West Munster Druim Den Fénius Farsaid Cai Cain-brethach Amairgen Glungel Liath-druim na Ler Sons of Mil Donn Tech Duind Skellig Eber Eeremon Conaing Bec-eclach Trefuilngid Treochair Mis Gluairi Irrus Domnann Mu Nimrod Nél Goedel Glas Féne Scota Moses Caucasus Scythia Caspian Palus Maeotis Breogan Shannachie/Seanachie Tortu Ross Mugna Dathe Uisnech Bile Tortan Eó Rosa Craebh Daithi Ess Ruaid Missing Section In the interests of brevity and not boring you to death with long lists of Irish place-names, we removed the following sections from the Show. This is obviously a ritual inventory or dialogue that would not be hard for the Celt to hear as all the place names would hold meaning for them. Trefuilngid: True indeed, O Fintan, you are an excellent shannachie in holding the memory of this land. It is thus that it has been, and will be for ever, namely: Her learning, her foundation, her teaching, her alliance, her judgement, her chronicles, her counsels, her stories, her histories, her science, her comeliness, her eloquence, her beauty, her blushings, her bounty, her abundance, her wealth — from the western part in the west. Conaing: Where do these come from? Trefuilngid: Easy to say. From Ae, from Umall, from Aidne, from Bairenn, from Bres, from 'preifiie, from Bri Airg, from Berramain, from Bagna, from Cera, from Corann, from Cruachu, from Irrus, from Imga, from Imgan, from Tarbga, from Teidmne, from Tulcha, from Muad, from Muiresc, from Meada from Maige (that is, between Traige and Reocha and Lacha), from Mucrama, from Maenmag, from Mag Luirg, from Mag Ene, from Arann, from Aigle, from Airtech. Fintan: It was then that he said: Trefuilngid: Her battles, also, and her contentions, her hardihood, her rough places, her strifes, her haughtiness, her unprofitableness, her pride, her captures, her assaults, her hardness, her wars, her conflicts, From the northern part in the north. Conaing: Where do these come from? Trefuilngid: Easy to say: From Lie, from Lorg, from Lothar, from Callann, from Farney, from Fidga, from Srub Brain, from Bernas, from Daball, from Ard Fothaid, from Goll, from Irgoll, from Airmmach, from the Glens, from Gera, from Gabor, from Emain, from Ailech, from Imclar. Her prosperity then,and her supplies, her bee-hives, her contests, her feats of arms, her householders, her nobles, her wonders, her good custom, her good manners, her splendour, her abundance, her dignity, her strength, her wealth, her householding, her many arts, her accoutrements, her many treas

The mystery of the Dagda's Club is finally revealed Finally, the mystery of the great Dagda's Club is revealed as he seeks a way to bring his dead son back to life. We also hear an alternate story about the Dagda and Aengus in the Brugh Na Boyne. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish17 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:06 Story 2:51 Listener Feedback -Rob 13:39 Seashore by Orient XPress 15:03 Promo - Terry Ferdinand 19:09 Promo - Classical Mythology Podcast 20:05 Promo - Spoken Lore 20:42 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 26th September 2008, 23m We love hearing your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We ask our listeners to help us celebrate all of our ancestors in story and Ruthie says Thank You for all her get well soon messages. Tales of the Dagda start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Fintan Dagda Aengus Mac Og Brugh Na Boyne Tuatha De (Danaan) Glen Etin Lough Lumman Aed Abaid Ess Rúaid Rúad Rofhessa Eochaid Ollathair Ogham Lugh Cian Erin Cermait Milbél Buac Daire Donn Leinster Sons of Mil Lugh mac Ethne Síd Rodrubá Ogma Síd Archltrai Síd Leithet Síd Cnocc Bain Brú Ruair Síd an Broga Midir Brí Leit Nindid Patrick Brown Thanks go to Patrick Brown for his permission to use the translation of the tale of Aengus and the Dagda that makes up the basis of part 2 of our tale. You can find out more about Patrick and his amazing artwork in our Contributor pages. Copyright to the translation remains © 2008 Patrick Brown. Listener Feedback Rob We read an email from listener Rob and include a song, 'Seashore', by his band Orient Express. Seashore by Orient XPress Essex Blag, Polish spirit, and a whole heap of loveliness. The sort of band that a 15yo crazy will love but his mum will too (from their Myspace page). You can find out more about Orient Xpress on their Contributor Page. Promo - Terry Ferdinand on Bishop FM Terry Ferdinand Bishop FM is a community radio station set up in Bishop Auckland to meet the needs of local residents. Run entirely by volunteers, the station completed a four week trial on FM in 2007 and has been awarded a five year FM community radio license by Ofcom. Terry does the 9-11pm Monday night Folk spot. Promo - Classical Mythology Podcast Classical Mythology Podcast. With this series they will investigate the gods, heroes, and myths that formed bedrock of belief in the ancient Greek and Roman world. Whether you are interested in a certain divinity or a particular story, this podcast is a must for all students of mythology. Part of the Learn Out Loud series of podcasts. Promo - Spoken Lore Podcast Havamal A podcast just beginning of the Viking Classic, The Havamal from the Poetic Edda, read by David and Sandra of the Spoken Lore Podcast. This podcast has now sadly podfaded. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://paddybrown.co.uk/?page_id=363 http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/dagda.html#english And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For Voice Acting Edward, our son, as Aengus mac Og Morgan, our son, as Cairmait Milbél For incidental music: Tavola Rustica 02 - II. Motet, from the Album COPPER SUITE pour 2 Trompettes, 2 Cors, 2 Trombones Tuba. See the Contributor page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on the

Meester Stoorworm from Scotland and W.B. Yeats We celebrate the Autumn Equinox with some amazing pieces of music, a poem by W B Yeats and a traditional Scottish folk-tale. The tale is the Meester Stoorworm which tells of a poor boy made good - a typical fairy tale from Celtic lands. The W B Yeats poem is the Rider from the North from Yeats' book In the Seven Woods. Full show notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/autumn2008 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:20 The Autumn Equinox 2:18 Faerie Night by Jacqui Callis 5:12 The Rider from the North by W. B. Yeats 8:15 Light by Sora 11:40 The Meester Stoorworm by Katherine Pyle 14:40 Morgana by Kellianna 37:29 Feedback - Ann 39:58 Promo - British History 101 41:36 Promo - From the Edge of the Circle 43:25 Outtakes 44:43 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x Released: 20th September 2008, 47m We love to hear from you! Please email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe News & Views We talk about all the different types of Celtic groups on the Internet and invite groups to contact us so that we can build up a contact list for them. The Autumn Equinox We investigate the meanings of the Autumn Equinox - the time of equal day and night. Also known as Mabon and Alban Elfed. Known by the Americans as Harvest Home. Faerie Night by Jacqui Callis Faerie Night is a powerful faerie song written and performed by Jacqui Callis from a poem by friend and author Suzan Caroll. Although available to download individually, it is from a collection of original songs called Soul Vagabond. The CD features 18 songs with a Celtic/folksy/multidimensional feel, written, or co-written, by Jacqui - some are unaccompanied voice and harmonies and others feature: fiddle, dulcimer, pedal steel, slide, lead and rhythm guitars, banjo and double bass. See her Myspace page and hear more music or visit her homepage, Soul Vagabond. You can find out more details about Jacqui on her Contributor Page on our website. The Rider from the North by W. B. Yeats W. B. Yeats William Butler Yeats (13 June 1865 – 28 January 1939) was an Irish poet and dramatist, and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. A pillar of both the Irish and English literary establishments, in his later years Yeats served as an Irish Senator for two terms. He was a driving force behind the Irish Literary Revival, and together with Lady Gregory and Edward Martyn founded the Abbey Theatre, and served as its chief during its early years. In 1923, he was awarded a Nobel Prize in Literature for what the Nobel Committee described as "inspired poetry, which in a highly artistic form gives expression to the spirit of a whole nation;" and he was the first Irishman so honored. Maud Gonne Originally published in the Weekly Critical Review on 4th June 1903, The Rider from the North was later called The Happy Townland. This poem was read from In The Seven Woods which can be found at Sacred Texts, subtitled Being poems chiefly of the Irish Heroic Age. Light by Sora Sora (aka Andrea Hunt) is an independent musician with a different philosophy on how she wants to share her music with the world. Perhaps it was all of the touring she did as a teenager with the Calgary Youth Orchestra and the Calgary Fiddlers that made her appreciate the subtleties of having a solid home base. It may have been the influence of playing with elite musicians and performing to sell out crowds that seeded her desire to mold a new musical lifestyle. Her natural flair for Celtic vocal styling leaps out in her 2003 debut CD "Winds Of Change". On this self produced project all 13 tracks were recorded live off the floor. "What you hear is what we did" Sora says. "Everyone was in the same small room at the same time". The arrangements for each song were chosen specifically because they were so different from anything she had ever heard – which gave her the chance to put her heart and sound into each track. You can find her music on Myspace or Corvid Media. You can find out more details about Sora on her Contributor Page on our website. The Meester Stoorworm by Katherine Pyle A Scottish folk tale from a collection of tales by Katherine Pyle and illustrated by herself. The most complete bibliography for Katherine Pyle we have found is here. This book can be found on Project Gutenberg or Many Books. Morgana by Kellianna Kellianna is an accomplished musician and performer worldwide. Her CD's , Lady Moon and I Walk with the Goddess are being recognized around the globe as a must have for any lover of Goddess inspired folk music. The track she has given us permission to play is called Morgana, and you can find the lyrics on her site. About the track she says: "Morgana was created after I read Marion Zimmer Bradley's "The Mists of Avalon" for the third time. The lyrics were completed upon my return from the Ancient Isle of Avalon in Glastonbury, England. Being in Avalon and on the Tor, I co

The story of the immortal Tuan and his meeting with Saint Finnian Today we hear the tale of Tuan and Saint Finnian, one of the best shape-changing myths in the Celtic mythos. Set in historical times, we look back through history with the meeting of Tuan the Immortal. This episode is slightly longer than normal at 47 minutes - sorry, we just didn't want to break this story. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish16 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:12 Story 4:02 Listener Feedback -Myspace 42:30 Promo - Anne is a Man! 43:00 Promo - Njal's Saga 44:02 Irish Gaelic Phrase of the Day 45:40 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 12th September 2008, 48m We love hearing your feedback, please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We discuss our new Fairy Art gallery and wonder whether Fairy Art has a greater significance in today's society Tuan the Immortal start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Lough Foyle Magh Bhille Finnian Collum Cille Tuan Cairill Muredach Red-neck Ulaid Leinster Starn Sera Partholon Erin Noah Nemed Agnoman Semion Stariath Domnann Fir Bolg Gaeleoin Beothach Iarbonel Tuatha De Danann Padraig Alban St Columba (Collum Cille) Saint Columba (Collum Cille) at Bridei's fort Saint Finnian San Finnian di Molville Listener Feedback We send welcomes and thank yous to all the friends we have made on Myspace. Promo - Anne is a Man! Anne Frid de Vries A blogsite that reviews some seriously good podcasts. Promo - Njal's Saga Njal's Saga A podcast of the Viking Classic, Njal's Saga, read by David and Sandra of the Spoken Lore Podcast. Irish Gaelic Phrase of the Day Céad Míle Fáilte which actually means a hundred thousand welcomes not a thousand welcomes as we thought and said in the Show :) You might also see it as Céad míle fáilte romhat! which means 'A hundred thousand welcomes to you!' start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Irish Fairy Tales The Story Or Ireland The Story of Tuan mac Carill The History of Ireland, Geoffey Keating Clan Donald Heritage Mysterious World: Ireland The Epics of Celtic Ireland , Jean Markale The Story of Tuan mac Caroll The Celtic Encyclopedia, Harry Mountain And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Victor Stella After the War, Podsafe Audio . See the Contributor page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None . See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page. Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page. start of section content--> Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & W

Angus Og and the most beautiful woman in all Erin Set in the time of the Kingship of the great Dagda, this tale tells the story of the birth of Aengus Mac Og and how his foster-father, Midir, fell in love with the most beautiful woman in all Erin. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish15 Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:03 Story 3:18 Updates & Comments 26:05 Promo - Fairy Tale Corner 26:55 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 30th August 2008, 30m We love getting your feedback! Please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We tell our new listeners about what they can find on our website to support the stories. The Wooing of Etain start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Etain Tuatha De Danaan Erin Eochaid Ollathair Dagda Brugh na Boyne Ethne Boann Boyne Elcmar Bres Elatha Magh nInis Aengus Mac Og Midir Bri Leith Tethba Triath Febal Fir Bolg Uisnech Midhe Samhain Cnoc Sidhe Borga Cleitech Dian Cecht Ulaid Ailill Etain Echraide Magh Macha Magh Lemna Magh nItha Magh Tochair Magh nDula Magh Techt Magh Li Magh Line Magh Murthemne Find Modornn Slena Nas Amnas Oichen Or Banda Samair Loche Fuamnach Bethach Iardanel Bresal Danaan Lugh Ogma Bresal Etarlam Etar Inber Cichmaine Conchobar Aenach Bodbgna Listener Feedback & Comments We correct some mistakes that we have made in past episodes. The link to the Out of the Ordinary Festival can be found here. Scott Sigler's Nocturnal Book & Podcast can be found at scottsigler.com. Promo - Fairy Tale Corner Fairy Tale Corner A podcast featuring Classic, Modern, and Original Fairy Tales that are safe for the whole family. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode http://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/etain.html http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/gafm/gafm17.htm http://www.last.fm/music/Adiemus/_/The+Wooing+Of+Etain http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tochmarc_%C3%89ta%C3%ADne http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eochu_Airem http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T100054/text047.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%89ta%C3%ADn http://www.timelessmyths.com/celtic/ulster.html http://www.o-r-g.org/university/orfeo/node20.html http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300012/index.html http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300012/text001.html http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300012/text002.html http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300012/text003.html And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Aengus mac Og Matt Howard, as Elcmar Estelle Ashman, as Ethne For incidental music: Sara Ayers Winter And The Sound of Nothing. See the Contributor Page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None. See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor Page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor Page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor Page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor Page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor Page. Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission t

The beauty and tragedy of the Children of Lir The Children of Danu choose Bodb Dearg as a new High King for themselves much to King Lir's displeasure. To bring the clans together, Bodb's foster-daughter marries Lir and bears four beautiful children to him. Sadly she dies and Lir marries her sister, who in jealousy curses the Children and turns them all into swans... Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish14 Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:23 Story 3:36 Listener Feedback - Stephen, Coo 23:48 Promo - Irish Emigrant Podcast 25:53 Promo - Ravencast 27:05 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x Released: 16th August 2008, 30m We love getting your feedback! Please email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We tell our listeners about the new Contributor pages and repeat our invitation to send us stories of your ancestors for our Samhainn Holiday Special. We would also like to offer a platform for those authors, musicians and bloggers who work in the Celtic field. You can find all the ways to contact us on our Contact Us page. The Children of Lir start of section content--> The Statue of the Children of Lir in the Garden of Remembrance, Dublin Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance For more information about the Characters below, see our Biographies section. Children of Danu Bodb Dearg Lir Sruth na Maoile Fionnuala Carraig na Ron Aodh Lough Dairbhreach Fiachra Conn Maoile Erin Alban Banna Aodh Aithfhiosach Fergus Fithchiollach Riders of the Sidhe Sidhe Fionnachaidh Manannan Angus Tuatha De Danaan Irris Domnann Ochone Inis Gluaire Lough na-n Ean Inis Geadh Accuill Donn Son of Mil Connacht Aibric (Saint) Mochaemhog Lairgren Colman Cobthach Deoch Finghin Aoife Cill Dun Ogham Listener Feedback & Comments We read some listener email and introduce some new podcasts that we have been listening to. Stephen's Celtic Music list can be found here. Promo - Irish Emigrant Podcast Irish Emigrant Podcast News from home for the Irish Emigrant. It podfaded in 2006 but the back episodes are still available on iTunes and the website is still very current. Promo - Ravencast Ravencast An Asatru podcast for and about our community. We'll have great interviews, discuss Lore, our gods and goddesses, and anything else relating to Asatru. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Joseph Jacobs. Celtic Fairy Tales. Based on P.W. Joyce's version in Old Celtic Romances. The Children of Lir by Cruachan The Children of Lir, poem by "A.E." Old Celtic Romances, P W Joyce The Children of Lir, Legendary Fictions of the Ancient Celts, Patrick Kennedy And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as the Kings of the Tuatha de Danaad Matt Howard, as the Sons of Lir For incidental music: Teresa Doyle Gabham Molta Bhride (Ode to Brigid) . See the Contributor Page page for details. Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise, All or None. See the Contributor Page for details. Jigger Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor Page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor Page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor Page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor Page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her pe

Music, facts, and a story for Lughnasadh 2008 It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe Show Summary: We've got some great stuff for this Holiday Special. For the first time, we've got three pieces of fantastic music, a section from an unpublished book about the Celtic traditions for Lughnasadh and a great section of an Arthurian Fantasy by Kelley Heckart: White Rose of Avalon. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:39 Kesh Jig by The Connemara Stone Company 4:46 Lughnasadh: The Land Gives Birth by Shae Clancy and Francine Nicholson 6:26 Lughnasadh by Damh the Bard 21:30 White Rose of Avalon by Kelley Heckart 26:45 Warrior Queen by Kellianna 40:10 Promo - Billibub Baddings 44:54 Promo - Digital Magic 46:20 Outtakes 49:52 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We discuss news that listener Jason tells us about - new stone circle in Australia and a similar one being constructed near us, at Knockhatch. The Australian Standing Stones began as an ambitious project by a small, dedicated group of citizens who wanted to mark Glen Innes's Celtic heritage. It was in Australia's 1988 Bicentenary Year that the Celtic Council of Australia developed the idea of erecting a national monument to honour all Celtic peoples who helped pioneer Australia. Glen Innes responded with a 46-page submission for Australian Standing Stones, inspired by the Ring of Brodgar in Scotland's Orkneys. Australian Standing Stones Alignment Details Sussex Peace Circle Peace Stones the Out of the Ordinary Festival Kesh Jig by The Connemara Stone Company The Connemara Stone Company have been together since 1995, and all played previously in various Folk-Rock Groups, which is soon obvious when you see them live on stage. Right from the start they decided to rearrange Traditional Celtic music into modern Folk-Rock songs and tunes. Apart from that, it was very important to them to bring Folk music to the younger generation. To their surprise not only did the younger generation like their music. This was more as apparent as they played a concert with "Wishbone Ash", the audience being (putting it mildly) a little bit older. They have kindly given us permission to play a wonderful piece of foot-tapping music, called the Kesh Jig from their album, Birds & Beasts. See the Myspace page and hear more music or visit their homepage, Connemara Stone. Lughnasadh: The Land Gives Birth by Shae Clancy and Francine Nicholson Shae Clancy and Francine Nicholson have collected essays from Celtic scholars to form a fascinating book that helps to explain the difference between Celtic fact (what we actually know) from Celtic fiction (what we speculate). Sadly, the book has never been published and Francine passed away in 2003. Shae has enabled the book to be published on the web. Francine Nicholson, M.A., was a librarian in New England and scholar of all things Celtic. The loss of her passing, perhaps appropriately on 1 February 2003 (Imbolc), is poignantly crystallised by fellow Celtic scholar, David Stifter: 'It is very sad news to hear that Francine Nicholson has left us. She had a vast and astounding erudition and knowledge of Celtic mythology and folklore, and her contributions . . . were a great source of enrichment and information. I feel it as a heavy loss that she will no longer contribute to our discussions.' Lughnasadh by Damh the Bard Damh is a modern-day Bard whose spirituality, and love of folk tradition, is expressed through his music, storytelling and poetry. Drawing on the Bardic traditions his performances are both entertaining and educational, weaving a tapestry of myth, peace, and anthems that speak directly to the heart, but never without a good splash of humour. Damh is a musical storyteller who works within the world of myth that cannot be proved; where the Faerie really do dance on Midsummer's Eve, where the trees talk, and the Hollow Hills take you into the realms of Annwn. Where the Goddess rides her horse, guiding you to magic, and the Horned God of old calls us from the shadows of the Greenwood. You can find his music on iTunes, Woven Wheat Whispers or from his website, Pagan Music. He is also the voice behind Druidcast, the official podcast of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD, for short) - modern day Druids. You can find Druidcast here and find out more about OBOD here. We'd like to thank him for giving us permission to play this track for you. You can find out more details about Damh on his Contributor page on this website. White Rose of Avalon by Kelley Heckart Kelley Heckart lives in Arizona with her husband, Michael, and their two dogs, Hercules and Xena. Kelley was born with a vivid imagination and a fascination with ancient history and the supernatural. Though she resides on the earthly realm, she always has one foot firmly planted in the otherworldly realm of mystical creatur

The terrible curse laid on the Children of Lir unfurls! The Tuatha De Danaan retreat underground and choose a new High King to guide them. Lir, ancient God of the Sea, feels that he should be chosen and falls to wrath as the Children of Danu choose the mighty Bodb Dearg to be their King. This episode is the 13th episode of the Irish Mythological Cycle. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:17 Story 3:01 Listener Feedback - Arden 23:28 Promo - Nocturnal 25:24 Promo - Christiana's Shallow Thoughts 28:01 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish13 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We have now completed the Book of Invasions and move on to some of the single tales of the Irish Mythological Cycle. We discuss (with some confusion) our pleasure in these tales. You can find all the ways to contact us on our Contact Us page. The Wings of Tragedy - Episode 13 of the Irish Mythological Cycle start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Sons of the Gael Tuatha De Danaa Sons of Mil Erin Children of Danu Lir Bodb Dearg Men of Dea Aobh Aoife Ailbhe Oilella Aran Dagda Sidhe Fionnachaidh Loch Dearg Fionnualla Aodh Fiachra Conn Sidhe Loch Dairbhreach Sruth na Maoile Alban Irris Domnann Inis Gluaire Maoil Listener Feedback Arden We read a listener email and talk about some of the podcasts that we have been listening to. Ruthie also mentions how Scott Sigler's tremendous and compulsive book Infected has been making her itch! Promo - Nocturnal Scott Sigler Something lives deep beneath the streets of San Fransisco. Something that has been there for centuries, something that comes out at night ... to feed on the dregs of society. A sub-culture, with its own myths, its own legends of leader named The King that will lead them out of bondage, and their own demon, a hunting shadow known only as Savior. Read the book or listen on iTunes. Promo - Christiana's Shallow Thoughts Christiana Ellis Christiana Ellis' surreal, daily thoughts on many subjects. Humourous, surreal and highly entertaining these small podcasts are a worthy addition to your podcast playlists. Listen to the, now sadly pod-faded, Christiana's Shallow Thoughts. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Joseph Jacobs. Celtic Fairy Tales. Based on P.W. Joyce's version in Old Celtic Romances. The Fate of the Children of Lir, Mary Jones - Celtic Literature Collective The Children of Lir by Cruachan The Children of Lir, poem by "A.E." Old Celtic Romances, P W Joyce The Children of Lir, Legendary Fictions of the Ancient Celts, Patrick Kennedy And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as King of the Tuatha de Danaan. Estelle, our daughter-in-law, as Aoife Matt Howard, our friend, as King of the Tuatha de Danaan. For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor Page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor Page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. Teresa Doyle Gabham Molta Bhride (Ode to Brigid). See the Contributor Page page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor Page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor Page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor Page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor Page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astound

The great Bard Amergin finally steps onto Erin's soil The Sons of Mil finally break through the magic of the Children of Danu and land on the shores of Erin. They demand recompense for the death of their kin and negotiations take place. Now it is up to the Tuatha De Danaan - will they fight, flee or come up with another plan? And yet, the great Bard Amergin also has a trick or two up his sleeve! This episode is the 12th episode of the Irish Mythological Cycle. It is also the final part of the Lebor Gabala Erenn - the Book of Invasions of Ireland. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:25 Story 2:35 Listener Feedback - Greg Lemon 19:45 Promo - The Wigglian Way 20:34 Promo - Mary Jones 21:10 The Song of Amergin 21:52 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish12 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x We love getting your feedback! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We warn people that their version of Episode 3 may be corrupt. If it is, please re-download this episode. Thank you. We also thank the eagle-eyed listener, Lowell, who spotted that the episode was corrupt. You can find all the ways to contact us on our Contact Us page. The Song of Amergin - Episode 12 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and final part of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Amergin Sons of Mil Erin Inver Scene Kenmare Bay Munster Slieve Mis Tuatha De Danaan Banba MacCuill Slieve Eibhline Fodhla MacCecht Uisnech Breogan Eriu MacGreine Teamhair Druim Cain Liathdruim Fir Bolg Cermait Honey-mouth Dagda Ith Eber Donn Men of De Ir Sceig Michil Eremon Inver Colpa Colpa Bres Buaigne Eber Buan Bile Dil Donn Scene Fial Lugaid Muirthemne Tethra Lough Luigdech sidhe-folk Listener Feedback Greg Lemon We send out a Big Thank you to Greg Lemon of the Myth Show (now sadly pod-faded) for sending us a screen capture of our iTunes reviews and send out a shout to our reviewers. We finish off by discussing the Song of Amergin and thank Mary Jones for her help. Promo - The Wigglian Way Mojo and Sparrow A pagan podcast with plenty of informal discussion and information about paganism and witchcraft. The Wigglian Way is hosted by Mojo and Sparrow. They also have some great music. Promo - Mary Jones Celtic Literature Collective Mary Jones Mary Jones, The Celtic Literature Collective is one of the best resources for ancient Celtic literature on the web. The Song of Amergin - Lyrics I am a wind in the sea I am a sea-wave upon the land I am the sound of the sea I am a stag of seven combats I am a hawk upon a cliff I am a tear-drop of the sun I am the fairest of flowers I am a boar for valour I am a salmon in a pool I am a lake in a plain I am the excellence of arts I am a spear that wages battle with plunder. I am a god who forms subjects Who explains the stones of the mountains? Who invokes the ages of the moon? Where lies the setting of the sun? Who bears cattle from the house of Tethra? Who are the cattle of Tethra who laugh? What man, what god forms weapons? Indeed, then; I invoked a poet... a poet of wind. There are many different translations of The Song of Amergin, which is perhaps the best known piece of all ancient Celtic poetry. With great thanks to the inestimable Mary Jones for her enthusiasm and scholarship, we can present what is possibly the best translation of the earliest transcription. Mary has also written and excellent and thought provoking piece about some of the symbolism in the poem which can be found along with some of the other translations that we found in our Resources section. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Gods and Fighting Men, Lady Gregory, Sacred Texts and Chap. 10 The Book of Invasions, Mary Jones The History of Ireland, Geoffrey Keating, Google Books The Song of Amergin, All About Irish The Song of Amergin, Amergin.net The History of Ireland, Geoffrey Keating, Books I-II, CELT The Book of Leinster, CELT And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Eber Donn. Esther, our daughter, as Banba. Estelle, our daughter-in-law, as Fodhla and Matt Howard, our friend, as the Three Kings of the Tuatha De Danaan. For incidental music: Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode as the Dagda's Harp. You can find her website here. The track we use here as the bardic accompaniment is Chiorsdain's Lullaby. See the Contributor page for details. Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unre

The Winds of Change blow over the Children of Danu With the last of the Fomori driven from the land, the Children of Danu leave the Emerald Isle in the hands of their descendants - but to what cost? Conn of the Hundred Battles asks about the Lia Fail - the Stone of Destiny. We also find out about a later appearance of the God Lugh. We hear about the arrival of the Sons of Mil and Amergin White-Knee. This episode is the 11th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:48 Story 3:35 Listener Feedback - Michelle 17:10 Promo - Form Letter Rejection Theater 18:48 You can find the full show-notes, resources, and sources for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish11 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views We ask for some reviews in iTunes. We ask our listeners whether they would like to send us some artwork or stories related to the myths we are bringing you. The Wind of Change - Episode 11 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 11 of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Magh Tuireadh Children of Danu Fomori Sons of Mil Dagda Goban Lugh Conchobar Boinn Cuchulainn Cuailgne Conn of the Hundred Battles Teamhair Rath Maol Bloc Bhuice Ethain Corb Cesarn Sidhe Bregia Lia Fail Falias Art of the Three Shouts Ethlinn Tuatha De Danaan Ith Breogan Breg Lugaid Bentracht Magh Itha Inis Elga Danaan Cermad Midbeoil MacCuill MacCecht MacGrene Banba Fohla Eriu Ailech Neid Fiachna Delbaeth Brigantia Donn Flann Mainistrech Eremon Emer Ir Amergin Colptha Airech Febra Erannan Muirmme Luigne Laigne Palap Er Orba Feron Fergin Eber Brega Cuala Cualgne Blad Fuad Muirthemne Eblinne Nar Buas Bres Buaigne Fulman Mantan Caicer Suirge En Un Etan Sobairce Sedga Goisten Inber Scene Listener Feedback Michelle We share an email from Michelle who finds her studies helped by our show and sends us a booklist to help with our website. Promo - Form Letter Rejection Theatre Paulette Jaxton A monthly anthology of previously unpublished short fiction by Paulette Jaxton and other up and coming authors of speculative fiction. The show has an introductory episode available and really sounds well worth watching out for. Sadly, the show has now pod-faded. You can still find past episodes on iTunes. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory Timeless Myths The Progress of the Sons of Mil from Spain to Ireland Lebor Gabala Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For incidental music: Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode as the Dagda's Harp. You can find her website here. The track we use here as the bardic accompaniment is Chiorsdain's Lullaby. See the Contributor page for details. Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her perm

Midsummer 2008 with a story from William Russeth Always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: We celebrate the Midsummer Festival with a massive offering of goodies. The second half contains an amazing poem called The Shadow House of Lugh, a story from The Fire of Belenus by William Russeth and some music. Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:37 The Shadow House of Lugh by Ethna Carberry 2:50 The Fires of Belenus by William Russeth 6:07 Tuttle Caislean an Oir by Cady Finlayson 33:03 Listener Feedback 36:01 Outtakes 39:34 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about Stonehenge's new visitor centre and the Cerne Abbas giant's new haircut! The Shadow House of Lugh by Ethna Carberry This poem is a translation of an 8th Century Irish verse. It was translated by Ethna Carberry and published in Padraic Colum's (1881–1972) Anthology of Irish Verse, 1922. Lugh is the Celtic divinity whose name is most widely known. In mythology he is the Sun God. In the mythological cycle he is the deliverer of the De Danaans from the Fomorian oppression. He is the slayer of Balor, the glance of whose eye is death. But Lugh is also kin to Balor, his mother being Eithlinn, the daughter whom Balor had immured like Danae in a tower. There are actually another two verses to this poem, but the version we found and recorded didn't have them. So here are the extra two verses for your pleasure. This version can be found at Bartleby's. He plays for her soothing the Slumber-song: Fine and faint as any dream it glides along: She sleeps until the magic of his kiss shall rouse; And all her world is quiet in the Shadow-house. His days glide to night, and his nights glide to day: With circling of the amber mead, and feasting gay; In the yellow of her hair his dreams lie curled, And her arms make the rim of his rainbow world. The Fires of Belenus by William Russeth A thousand years before the Romans, Celtic people cultivated the Rhone Valley. Celtic languages were spoken from Asia Minor to Spain and from Northern Italy to Ireland. By the third century BC, their culture had evolved into a complex civilization with sophisticated social structures, laws, and folklore that are the roots of modern European culture. But the Celtic world was a violent world, controlled by mystical Druids and warrior chieftains, ready to take the heads of their rivals over the most trifling insult. Fires of Belenus is a romantic tale, that tantalizes readers with rational portrayals of mythical events found in the CuChulainn and Arthurian legends. Written by William Russeth, the chapter we read is exciting and contains wonderful symbology. Many, many thanks to William for allowing us to present Chapter Thirty-Six. The Sword in the Stone, Lady of Lake, and CuChulainn's stand at the river ford are brought to life in plausible new ways that make the work unique. It is a tale of Historical Fantasy, made believable by accurately portraying ancient Celtic culture. Available from Wings Press and Amazon. Find out more about William in our Contributor pages. Tuttle Caislean an Oir by Cady Finlayson Called "one of America's top Celtic fiddlers" by New Age Voice magazine and "bursting with pure and natural talent" by HotIndieNews.com, Cady Finlayson offers a spirited fiddle show with a global twist. Cady's music blends traditional Irish tunes with worldbeat rhythms and American folk, creating a signature sound that appeals to a variety of audiences. "I love to bring Irish music to people who might not normally hear it," she says. "I was in Limerick, Ireland in 2003, where I had the chance to meet some of the great Irish fiddle players. What impressed me the most was how individual each person's style was, and how "tradition" meant different things to different people." Listener Feedback Cory, Ancestral Celt We talk about the dates of Midsummer and an answer from Ancestral Celt. Thanks to Cory for her wonderful email and link to Wikipedia. You can download The Ladychant that we made with the children if you'd like a copy. Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow) Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :) If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet! Ways to subscribe to the Celtic Myth Podshow: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here

Music, stories, and facts for Midsummer 2008 Always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us using Speakpipe More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: We celebrate the Midsummer Festival with a massive offering of goodies. So we've divided the episode into two parts. The first part contains a reading from The Religion of the Ancient Celts, another from a modern book called Fairy Healing, some music, and a story by Willie Meikle called The First Silkie. Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:32 The Religion of the Ancient Celts by J.A. MacCulloch 7:08 Fairy Healing by Margie McArthur 10:01 Shimmering Wings by Gaelic Wind Project 15:02 The First Silkie by Willie Meikle 21:27 The Ladychant 31:15 The Summer Solstice 34:01 Outtakes 35:34 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about Midsummer being celebrated on the 20th, 21st or 22nd of June. Midsummer is traditionally a time for fairies - although it is dangerous to visit the fairy world at this time! We talk about the Solstice and time that the sun appears to wobble in its 'apparent' orbit around the earth. The Religion of the Ancient Celts by J. A. MacCulloch We select a passage concerning the Midsummer rituals from the Religions of the Ancient Celts by J. A. MacCulloch. This book, which appears for the first time on the Internet at Sacred Texts, is one of the earliest scholarly treatments of the ancient Celtic religion. Written early in the 20th Century, Religion of the Ancient Celts includes extensive treatment of that perennially fascinating subject, the Druids. MacCulloch details the Celtic belief in reincarnation and a spectral otherworld; documents the enormous pantheon of now-obscure gods and goddesses, including many local deities; and describes totemistic and animistic beliefs. In addition, MacCulloch does not flinch (nor sensationalize) when describing the darker side of Celtic practices, including the famous 'Burning Man' human sacrifices, cannibalism and exogamous incest. Fairy Healing: the Lore and Legacy by Margie McArthur We then present a small section of a modern book about Fairy Healing: The Lore and Legacy written by Margie McArthur. The section we read is from Chapter 5: The Irish Traditions and tells us about the Fairy Doctor. Thank you to Margie for allowing us to read this for you. She has her home on the web at Brigid's Hearth where you can find out about this and her other books. She also runs a fairy healing website. Find out more about Margie McArthur in our Contributor pages. Shimmering Wings by Gaelic Wind Project They hail from Essen, Germany. Yet the repertoire of Gaelic Wind Project consists of Irish traditional songs and tunes, but they also perform their own material. This Irish folk band consists of two female lead vocalists who are accompanied by Irish wooden flute, accordion, guitar, Irish bouzouki and percussion. Gaelic Wind Project is a nice addition to any Celtic music collection. "Our new song Shimmering Wings is inspired by Juliet Marillier´s novel Daughter of the Forest. Here you´ll find more information about the author and her books." You can find the Gaelic Wind Project on the web at their homesite (now sadly gone). You can also find them on CD Baby. The First Silkie by Willie Meikle Willie Meikle is a Scottish Author who writes Fantasy and Horror Fiction and has eight books published. Many of his stories and books are set in Scotland and are weaved with Mythology and folklore. Willie has had 130 stories published in the genre press, both in paper and on-line magazines and his work has appeared in the UK, Ireland, the USA, India, Greece, Romania and Canada. He has graciously allowed us to present an except from his novel, The Midnight Eye Files: The Sirens and concerns the origins of the Silkie – a fey creature able to shift from seal to human form. The tale tells us of the origin of the Silkie which concerns Viking Gods, Bold Fishermen and a wager between Gods and Men. You can find out more about Willie and his work at his website or you can read more details about this fantastic author in our Contributor pages. The Ladychant by Gary, Ruthie & friends With thanks to three young friends of ours, we present our very unprofessional (but fun!) version of the Chant of the Lady. A big Thank You to Stacey, Tania and Jessica. You can download this chant from us by clicking Ladychant. Lyrics Lady, spin your Circle bright, Weave your web of dark and light. Earth, Air, Fire and Water, Bind us as one. Maiden, spin your Circle white, Weave a web of shinning light. Stag and Hawk, Bear and Wolf, Bind us as one. Mother, spin your Circle red, Weave a web of glowing thread. Earth, Air, Fire and Water, Bind us as one. Wise one, spin your Circle black, Weave the wisdom that we lack. Moonlight, Sunlight, Starlight, Shimmer, Bind us as one. Lady, spin your Circle bright, Weave your web of dark and light. Earth, Air, Fire and Water,

Battle is over and the fate of Erin decided. It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe Show Summary: Mighty Balor, the strong smiter, and the Fomori have invaded Ireland and the Tuatha De Danaan meet them on the field of Battle. After a bloody and epic struggle, Lugh kills Balor and the Fomori are beaten and driven back to the sea. Tired and weary, it is now time for the Children of Danu to count the cost... The Dagda also seeks his Harp! This episode is the 10th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 1:16 Story 3:35 Listener Feedback - Faith 19:49 Promo - Shadowmagic 21:40 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish10 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about our new Facebook and Myspace pages. You can also find the addresses for these on the Contact Us page. Also, we introduce the Midsummer Special that will be out next week. Uneasy Rests the Crown - Episode 10 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 10 of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Tuatha De Danaan Children of Danu Bres Elatha Maeltine Mor-Brethach Erin Ogma Tethra The Dagda Fomori Uaitne Dur-da-Bla Coir-cethan-chuin Ce Cam Corrslebe Lough Ce Samhain The Morrigan Angus (mac) Og Emmas Sidhe Badb Men of Dea Tailltiu Nas Magh Mor Duach the Dark Teamhair Cuan Midhe Taillten Ethne Magh Tuireadh Tadg Nuada Muirne Finn Fianna Tuirenn Bran Boanna The Boyne Newgrange Bodb Dearg Danaan Caer Ethal Anubal Connacht Ailel Maedb Uisnech Mide Brath Nemed Listener Feedback Faith We share an email from Faith from western Massachusetts which sums up beatifully what we are trying to achieve with this podcast. Promo - Shadowmagic John Lenahan Shadowmagic, by John Lenahan. "Shadowmagic is a rip roaring fun fantasy adventure novel by John Lenahan very loosely based on Irish mythology where every chapter ends on the edge of a cliff (or at least a high curb.) Join Conor as he grapples with typical teenage problems like, how to deal with a father's high expectations, how to survive in the world on your own and how to woo a beautiful girl - that wants you dead. Shadowmagic - novel for the young at heart from 12 to 112." start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory Timeless Myths http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300011.html Lebor Gabala Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young Sacred Texts, Cath Maghe Tuired, Elizabeth A Gray Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston The Mythological Cycle, The Second Battle of Mag Tured Celtic Twilight Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Angus mac Og. Matt Howard, our friend, as Ethal Anubal. For incidental music: Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode as the Dagda's Harp. You can find her website here. The three tracks that she gave us permission to use from the album The Three Musics are: Chiorsdain's Lullaby Arthur Bignold of Lochrosque/King of Laois Rights of Man See the Contributor page for details. Souls of Nephilims, Vampirit Requiem, Act 3, Immortal Forever. See the Contributor page for details. Adam Zampino, At the Sea. See the Contributor page for details. Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspi

Battle is joined and the mighty Balor comes to the field. It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe Show Summary: The eve of the Second Battle of Magh Tuireadh and Lugh gets promises of aid from the Tuatha De Danaan. The giant Balor of the Evil Eye enters the fray and the death toll rises. The Tuatha De are fighting not only for their land but for their entire race. This episode is the 9th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:47 Story 5:28 Listener Feedback - Vicky, Kathy 24:54 Promo - Mary Jones 25:42 Promo - Deo's Shadow 26:12 Welsh Leeks 27:29 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish9 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views Ruth has a great idea and we ask our listeners to join with us in celebrating our ancestors by telling their stories. This is the episode that we are releasing without accents being used for some of the characters. What do you think? Is it better or worse? Let us know - we welcome your views. Let Fly the Crows of Battle - Episode 9 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 9 of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Teamhair Carynx Erin Dagda Ogma Tuatha De Danaan Lugh Tir-na-nOg Mathgen Sliabh League Dena Ulad Mourne Mountains Bri Ruri Slieve Bloom Sliabh Snechtai Slemish Blai Sliabh Nemthenn Sliabh Maccu Belgodon Segais Cruachan Aigle Fomor, Fomori Lough Derg Lough Luimnigh Lough Corrib Lough Reagh Lough Mask Lough Neagh Lough Gara Lough Reagh Marloch Sidhe Bechulle Dianan Cairbre Etain Glam Dicenn Goban Dolb Credne Luchta Diancecht The Morrigan Magh Tuireadh Aes Dara Indech De Domnan Tollus-Dam Ech Dam Eru Rechtaid the White Fosad Fedlimid Ibor Scibar Minn Slaine Loch Arboch Octruil Airmed Octriallach Nes Men of Dea Midhir Bodb Dearg Badb Macha Nuada Ceithlenn Abhean Leat Glas Uinius Bres Elatha Listener Feedback Vicky, Kathy We share some emails with you from listeners who have given us some great information. Kathy from the US has solved Ruth's question about Leeks and the Welsh by finding a quote from the Sacred Texts website. She also found the following quotes from Henry V (Shakespeare):- FLUELLEN Your majesty says very true: if your majesties is remembered of it, the Welshmen did good service in a garden where leeks did grow, wearVing leeks in their Monmouth caps; which, your majesty know, to this hour is an honourable badge of the service; and I do believe your majesty takes no scorn to wear the leek upon Saint Tavy's day. KING HENRY V I wear it for a memorable honour; For I am Welsh, you know, good countryman. FLUELLEN All the water in Wye cannot wash your majesty's Welsh plood out of your pody, I can tell you that: God pless it and preserve it, as long as it pleases his grace, and his majesty too! Thank you Kathy. Promo - Mary Jones Amazing Celtic resource site with information about everything! OK, I'm a bit enthusiastic but she does do an amazing job. She also hosts the Celtic Literature Collective which is one of the major resources for our stories. You can spend hours here. Visit her site at http://www.maryjones.us/. Promo - Deo's Shadow An extremely professional pagan podcast hosted by Deo and Mandy that often includes pieces about Celtic Mythology. Brendan Cathbad Myers has been in their latest episode and has also given them permission to produce one of his lectures about the Celtic Creation Story (or lack of it) which you can find in Episode 36. Check out this fun podcast at http://www.deos-shadow.com/. Sadly, the podcast was discontinued and you read about it here. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory Timeless Myths http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300011.html Lebor Gabala Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young Sacred Texts, Cath Maghe Tuired, Elizabeth A Gray Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston The Mythological Cycle, The Second Battle of Mag Tured Celtic Twilight Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Credne and Balor. Matt Howard, our friend, as Ogma and Ruadan. Kyle Morris as Mathgen. For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can

Lugh finally gets his revenge! It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe Show Summary: The Sons of Tuireann complete their quest only to discover that Lugh has out-witted them. This is part 3 of 3 in the Saga of the Sons of Tuireann. This episode is the 8th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:40 News & Views 1:13 Story 6:30 Promo - The Scotchcast 23:45 Promo - J.C. Hutchins 7th Son: Obsidian 24:28 Listener Feedback - Accents 26:34 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish8 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about the Wessex Archaeology Educational Kit for the Avebury monuments and tell people about the interview we did with Greg Lemon of the Myth Show (now sadly gone). We also wish a happy St Ivo's Day to the people of Brittany for the 19th May. Wessex Archaeology blog here and the website here. The Long Hand of Lugh - Episode 8 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 8 of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Easal Tuireann Iorusaidh Ur Urcar Brian Lugh Manannan Miochaoin Erin Teamhair Flidias Tuatha De Danaan Nuada Cian Enya, Ethne Boinne Life Tuaidh Beinn Edair Uisnech Midhe Caer Fand Connla Sidhe Corc Conn Aedh Promo - The Scotchcast All single malt, all the time! The Scotchcast is a podcast dedicated to the exploration and enjoyment of Single Malt Scotch. Voicemail line: 517-879-4629 http://www.thescotchcast.com/ http://www.twitter.com/thescotchcast Promo - 7th Son Obsidian J.C. Hutchins In 2008, J.C. Hutchins invited the most prominent storytellers in podcast fiction — and 7th Son fans across the globe — to contribute to 7th Son: Obsidian, an innovative audio and video fiction anthology set in the 7th Son universe. Obsidian, an innovative "in world" addition to the 7th Son trilogy, tells the tale of the nationwide blackout seen briefly in 7th Son: Destruction. More than 100 authors and fans contributed content to this project. Obsidian was a history-making experience; it was the first time in podcast fiction where the lines between author and audience were fundamentally blurred in this way. While these tales of survival were crafted as stand-alone stories, J.C. Hutchins recommends listening to the 7th Son trilogy in its entirety before experiencing Obsidian. Listener Feedback We talk some more about the use of accents within the shows again and ask for more feedback. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory Timeless Myths Lebor Gabala Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston Celtic Twilight Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Brian and King Dobar. Esther, our daughter, as the Maidens of Caer. Matt Howard, our son, as Urcar and King Easal and Kyle Morris, our friend, as Ur. For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for per

The Sons of Tuireann wreak havoc amongst the Kings of the World. It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe Show Summary: The Sons of Tuireann wreak havoc amongst the Kings of the World in their quest to fulfill the fine laid on them by Lugh. It is also part 2 of 3 in the Saga of the Sons of Tuireann. This episode is the 7th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:42 News & Views 1:16 Story 5:15 Listener Feedback - Paul 22:20 Thanks to Liam, our Sound Engineer 23:14 Promo - The Podcast Junkie 24:14 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish7 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about the recent visit to the Anderida Gorsedd open ritual for Beltane. Uneasy Rests the Crown - Episode 7 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 7 of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Lugh Teamhair Gaireach The Dagda Tuireann Danu Miochaoin Ogham Nuada Brian Urcar Cainte Dagda Tuis, King of Greece The Luin Connachta King Dobar Siogair Easal Fail-Inis Ioruaidh Inis Cenn-fhinne Island of Caer Etain Lochlann Enya Diancecht Luch Lamh-fada Manannan Aonbharr Scuabtuinne curragh Brugh na Boinn King Pisear Ur Flidias, Flidais River Boyne River Life Beinn Edair Uisnech Midhe Fand Connla Corc Conn Aedh Listener Feedback Paul We ask the question: do you find the use of accents in our shows distracting? Would you rather we didn't try to use different accetns as we tell the stories? We also give thanks to Liam Pickett, a Sound Enginner and Listener, who helped us out with our sound quality. If you're in the South-East of the UK and need a top-notch engineer, give him a ring on 07810 878232 or send an email to [email protected]. Promo - The Podcast Junky Now sadly, the Podcast Junky has pod-faded and the shows are no longer available. start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory Timeless Myths Lebor Gabala Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston Celtic Twilight Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Brian and King Dobar. Morgan, our son, as King Tuis and Matt Howard, our friend, as Urcar and King Easal. For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page. Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page. We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more li

Celebrate Beltane with Fairies, Music and Celtic traditions! Always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or Speakpipe Show Summary: We celebrate the ancient Celtic Fire Festival of Bealteinne with some pieces about Celtic and Fairy traditions, a fascinating short story set in ancient Cornwall and some wonderful Celtic music. Come join in the fun! More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Running Order: Intro 0:41 News & Views 2:50 Promo by Mary Jones 2:50 The May Festival by Lady Wilde 3:52 The Hills they are Hollow by Damh the Bard 19:27 The Lily by Simon Mitchell 12:08 Haghole by Culann's Hounds 46:52 May Day Superstitions by Lady Wilde 51:15 Outtakes 55:04 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about the beauty of the season and explain that this episode is about an hour long being a special episode. We reassure new listeners that the normal episodes are only 25 minutes long. We also play a Promo for Mary Jones, whose amazing website provides much of the source material that we use in bringing you these stories: www.maryjones.us. The May Festival by Lady Wilde from "Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland" We start with a brief biography of Lady Francesca 'Speranza' Wilde, who was born in 1821 and was the mother of the famous Oscar Wilde. We then read a section of her book, Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland about May Day festivities and beliefs. Memorial to Lady Wilde and her husband located in Mount Jerome Cemetery, Dublin The Hills They Are Hollow by Damh the Bard Perhaps one of our all-time favourite tracks based in Celtic Mythology by Damh the Bard. Damh is a modern-day Bard whose spirituality, and love of folk tradition, is expressed through his music, storytelling and poetry. Drawing on the Bardic traditions his performances are both entertaining and educational, weaving a tapestry of myth, peace, and anthems that speak directly to the heart, but never without a good splash of humour. Damh is a musical storyteller who works within the world of myth that cannot be proved; where the Faerie really do dance on Midsummer's Eve, where the trees talk, and the Hollow Hills take you into the realms of Annwn. Where the Goddess rides her horse, guiding you to magic, and the Horned God of old calls us from the shadows of the Greenwood. You can find his music on iTunes, Woven Wheat Whispers or from his website, Pagan Music. He is also the voice behind Druidcast, the official podcast of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD, for short) - modern day Druids. You can find Druidcast here and find out more about OBOD here. You can find out more details about Damh on his Contributor Page on our website. Castledore, 23 AD by Simon Mitchell from "Secrets of the Valley 1: The Lily" We start with a short biography of Simon Mitchell, whom we know as Simon the Scribe, a regular contributor to our website. We introduce to his ecologically based work and to Secrets of the Valley book 1: The Lily. We then read Chapter 2 to you to introduce you to the story. We'd like to give Simon special thanks for his permission to bring you this story and, if you enjoyed it, urge you to read his book. Secrets of the Valley, a Cornish trilogy. An ancient matrix of energy lies hidden in the earth, its existence and purpose all but forgotten. One strand, named 'The Dragon Line' passes through Cornwall, a land steeped in history and mystery since the dawn of time. Here the line passes through the valley of the River Fowey. A lone ghost, abandoned in the valley of his birth, tells how the line of energy has been usurped, unbalancing the whole planetary energy matrix. In 'The Lily', the first novel of this extraordinary trilogy, we share his lives as he tells his tale of 2000 years in the Fowey valley. He sets a crucial task, to mend the Dragon Line and restore the balance of power, before time itself runs out. About the author - Simon Mitchell is part of the 'green wave' working in Cornwall UK. " I find an authentic and meaningful life by researching, writing and publishing my own, and other people's media, on the themes of sustainable living, nature and ecology. This trilogy of books under the heading of 'Secrets of the Valley' celebrates the wonders of nature in providing us with all we need." [source] You can find out more about Simon. Some of Simon's wonderful recipes, green thoughts and other articles and advice can be found here. The Lily is now available on the kindle at a really low price - grab it now! :) Haghole by Culann's Hounds Our second musical treat for this special is the theme music to our show, 'Haghole' by the amazing San Francisco band, Culann's Hounds. Name a musical act after one of the great warriors of Irish legend, and you'd better be prepared to crank out some energetic, larger-than-life performances. That's precisely why Culann's Hounds has been a favorite on the San Francisco scene f

Lugh devises a clever scheme to get revenge on the Sons of Tuireann It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe Show Summary: Lugh devises a clever scheme to get revenge on the Sons of Tuireann and also get together some powerful magic to help the Tuatha De Danaan in their coming battle with the Fomori. This episode is the 4th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary: Running Order: Intro 0:42 News & Views 1:24 Story 2:38 Happy St. Maughold's Day on the Isle of Man 21:40 Promo - Marc Gunn's Irish and Celtic Music Podcast 21:54 Invitation to vote on what Celtic Myth area you'd llike us to cover next 22:15 All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish6 We hope you enjoy it! Gary & Ruthie x x x News & Views We talk about the upcoming Special Episode for Beltane, May Day. What Price Treachery? - Episode 6 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 6 of the Book of Invasions start of section content--> Names Used in this Story Listed in order of appearance Lugh Samildanach Teamhair Gaireach Ilgairech Athluain Ford Bearna nah-Eardagarna Magh Luirgi Corr Slieve na Seaghsa Sean-Slieve Eithne, Ethlinn Corann Magh Mor an Aonaigh Druim na Teine Aomaigh Fomor Connachta Bres Elatha Tailltiu, Taillte Ethlinn Tuatha De Danaan The Sidhe Bodb Dearg Cian The Dagda Tuireann Danu Miochain Ogham Nuada Brian Urcar Cainte Dagda Tuis, King of Greece The Luin Connachta Dobar, King Siogair Easal Fail-Inis Ioruaidh Inis Cenn-fhinne Island of Caer Miochaoin Etain Lochlann Enya Diancecht Lugh Lamh-fada Manannan Aonbharr Scuabtuinne Curragh Brugh na Boinn King Pisear Ur Flidias, Flidais River Boyne River Life Beinn Edair Uisnech Midhe Fand Connla Corc Conn Aedh Promo - Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Marc Gunn The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is a free downloadable Celtic radio show of independent Irish & Celtic music. Every hour-long episode features a mix of traditional Celtic tunes, Irish drinking songs, Scottish folk songs, bagpipes, music from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, Wales, Nova Scotia, Galacia, Australia, the United States, and around the world. Award-winning free radio show of some of the best Irish Celtic music online. http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/ start of section content--> Sources used in this Episode Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory Timeless Myths Lebor Gabala (Was http://members.aol.com/lochlan2/lebor.htm which is now dead, as soon as I find the page elsewhere, I'll update the link) Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston Celtic Twilight Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination! Special Thanks For voice acting: Edward and Morgan, our sons, as Brian and 'Men of Dea'. Matt, our friend, as Urcar. For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details. Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details. Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details. For our Theme Music The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details. Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music (in Alphabetic order) Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page. Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page. Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page. Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page. The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page. Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page. Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page. Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page. S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission