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54A-Gilgamesh: Did We Just Become Best Friends?

The Epic of Gilgamesh is amazing. It is quite possibly the oldest epic we have, and though it only exists in fragments, it tells a surprisingly human story. There are questions of life and death, such as what it all means and why are we here? It delves into the issues of what it means to be a human rather than just a beast, what it means to be a good ruler, and what it means to leave a legacy. These are questions relevant even today, over 4,000 years after this story was told. Of course, it is also folklore, so there is a troubling amount of hairy nudity. All-in-all, this three-parter will be epic. For the creature of the week, we'll meet a creepy forest dweller with an unexpected hobby. The Disclaimer: https://www.mythpodcast.com/12092/54a-gilgamesh-best-friends/ Career Day on itunes: http://itunes.careerdayshow.com Career Day's website: http://www.careerdayshow.com Career Day/Carissa on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/carissaweiser Music: "Savage Steel Fun Club" by Rolemusic "Thread of Clouds" by Blue Dot Sessions "Steadfast" by Blue Dot Sessions "Nuthatch" by Blue Dot Sessions "Formant" by Podington Bear "Curious" by Podington Bear "Cats Corps" by Blanket Music "Bare Shoulders" by Podington Bear "Title Theme" by VisagerSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 201631 min

53-African Folklore: Crocodile Tears

The story of a dragon slayer from South Africa has, of course, dragons, but it also has giant towers, underwater villages, and a frog who is just trying to have a nice dinner with his family without all the insults, thank you very much. The creature this week is the world-famous Leprechaun. You should definitely not let him hold your baby. MVMT watches are awesome: http://www.MVMTwatches.com/myths for 15% off and free shipping. Blue Apron is an excellent way to make a great dinner without the planning...or the shopping. Check out http://www.blueapron.com/legends for your first three meals free! Music: "Scape from the city" by Rolemusic "Peter Gray" by Podington Bear "Manele" by Blue Dot Sessions "Haena" by Blue Dot Sessions "Front Runner" by Blue Dot Sessions "Fives" by Podington Bear "Chain Link" Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 201636 min

52-Greek Mythology: An Eternal Flame

Two love stories from Greek mythology...because those go so well. The first is the story of Narcissus and Echo, which was doomed from the moment one jumped out of the bushes at the other for a non-consensual hug. The second story is of Orpheus and Eurydice. Orpheus takes the (non-death) early retirement option from his heroics and just when he thought he was out...they pull him back in. DO NOT LOOK THE CREATURE THIS WEEK IN THE EYE. Sponsors: http://www.lootcrate.com/legends for epic geek and gamer items for the geek on your list (or you. Do it for you. It is pretty cool). Don't forget code LEGENDS! http://www.seedling.com for awesome kits and activities for the children in your life. Don't forget the code LEGENDS at checkout for $10 off your purchase of $30 or more Music: "Twilight Grandeur" by Podington Bear "Submerging Blue-Black" by Podington Bear "Pop Brasilia" by Podington Bear "Night Light" by Blue Dot Sessions "Formant" by Podington Bear "Filesharer's Lament" by Blanket Music "Euphoric" by Podington Bear "Bitter Roll" by Blue Dot Sessions "Old Regrets" by Lee Rosevere "Waltz Ohia" by Fields OhioSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 30, 201640 min

51-Loki: Them Apples

Three stories of Loki, the infamous trickster from Norse mythology. Most of his hijinks are light-hearted, and end with him getting his comeuppance, but it comes in the form of being a bridesmaid at Thor's wedding or (as in this episode) an extremely uncomfortable game of tug-of-war. What happens when a trick gets taken too far? What is the final act that turns friends into enemies and creates a rift that will consume the worlds? The creatures this week are squat hairy naked dudes. Again. These ones are watching their sodium intake, though. Sponsors! Stranglers, by Earwolf On iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stranglers/id1174116487?mt=2 The website: http://www.earwolf.com/show/stranglers/ MVMT watches: Go to http://mvmtwatches.com/myths for 15% off! Vistaprint For 60% off holiday cards: http://www.vistaprint.com and use code MYTHS60 at checkoutSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 201635 min

50-Dracula: Bad Blood

Dracula isn't a creature from myths, legends, or folklore. The fictional vampire is a product of Bram Stoker. The name, though, stretches back centuries to a prince who ruled the kingdom called Wallachia, which borders the land with which he's most famously associated: Transylvania. We'll be talking all about the pseudo-legendary exploits of the real bloody tyrant, the bizarre rules surrounding fictional vampires, and the inspirations for the most famous vampire novel of all time. If you see your significant other on the roof scraping moss, you should just eat the soup they make you even if it makes you vomit. Sponsors: Stranglers, by Earwolf Stranglers on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stranglers/id1174116487?mt=2 Stranglers site: http://www.earwolf.com/show/stranglers/ Casper Mattresses are amazing! http://www.casper.com/legends Vistaprint: For 50% off holiday cards: http://www.vistaprint.com and use code MYTHS at checkout New show! Our new show is Career Day. The jobs, lives, and stories of everyday people, every other Tuesday. It's an awesome show and we're really excited about it, so please check it out if it sounds cool. On iTunes: http://itunes.careerdayshow.com Online: http://www.careerdayshow.com The feed (to copy and paste in any player): http://careerdayshow.libsyn.com/rss Music: "Watermark" by Blue Dot Sessions "Independent Film" by Steve Combs "Scalloped" by Blue Dot Sessions "A Calendar Spread" by Blue Dot Sessions "As Nihilism Gives Way to Existentialism" by Nihilore "Support Me in this Moment that I'm About to Lose Heart" by Nihilore "Studie I" by Jahzzar "Aisles" by JahzzarSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 16, 201638 min

49-Russian Folklore: I Pity the Fool

The unexpected story of a fool, an epic quest, and a flying ship. Also, why you should respect your elders, especially if they want to give you a lot of free bread and vodka. The creature is the Lake Worth Monster, from Texas in the US. It is either a monstrous man-goat-fish...or a teenager who likes ice cream. NEW SHOW!! We are super-proud of Career Day, so please check it out and subscribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fn0xK8 Here's the website: http://www.CareerDayShow.com Here's Stitcher: http://stitcher.careerdayshow.com Or just search for "Career Day" on your podcast app! Sponsors: Check out http://www.jackthreads.com to try on clothes BEFORE you buy them. Don't forget code "MYTHS" Also check out http://ziprecruiter.com/mythsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 9, 201638 min

48-Snow White: Killer Queen

The original stories of Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White, despite their Disney adaptations and being fairy tales largely told to children, are incredibly violent and gruesome. They have murder, kidnapping, and, of course, hot dance moves. Bluebeard is, unsurprisingly, a man with a beard that is blue. What is surprising is what you'll find in his basement. The creature is from West Africa and will either sit you down for a months-long compulsory lecture on folklore...or drain your blood with its feet and eat you. I'm not sure which is worse. Sponsors: Check out http://www.bombas.com for some seriously comfortable socks. Oh, and here are the fantastic, 1700-year-old ninja turtle socks: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/taking-a-closer-look-at-an-odd-pair-of-very-very-old-socks-84123314/?no-ist Also, http://www.mvmtwatches.com/myths has very classy watches that will not break the bank. Music: "Time Waste" by Podington Bear "The Last Whale" by Jelsonic "Seasong" by Jelsonic "Kingbeat 9" by Podington Bear "I'm Fat" by Blanket Music "I Noticed You" by Blanket Music "Dizzy Spells - Instrumental" by Josh Woodward "Backdrop" by Blanket Music "Leave Me on the Subs Bench" by Keshco "Summer Days" by KeshcoSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 2, 201637 min

47-Urban Legends: In the Dark

For this Halloween episode, we are doing something different. Instead of diving into the stories of the past, I’m telling stories of the present. Urban legends are a more modern version of folklore where, instead of telling stories of hydras and butter cats, we tell stories of things that might just exist. In these, people are the true monsters, and the most mundane of situations can be strange, dangerous, and terrifying. Say hi on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasontheweiser Interested in becoming a member? http://support.mythpodcast.com That article about the woman in the cupboard: http://bit.ly/2eOTYhI Music: “Independent Film” by Steve Combs “A Certain Lightness” by Blue Dot Sessions “Aisatsana” by Graham Bole “Trap” by Jahzzar “Bravado” by Gurdonark “Direct To Video” by Chris ZabriskieSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 26, 201629 min

46D-Jason and the Argonauts: Scorned

The end of the story of Jason, Medea, and the Argonauts. Things have been pretty easy for Jason. Medea solved all of his problems before he even knew he had them on the Argo, and her fairly violent murder-by-proxy of Pelias secured Iolcus for Jason's father. It would probably be a very bad idea to cheat on Medea, right? Hard times are about to catch up with Jason. The creature of the week is the selkie, and they will either give you a tragically beautiful story to tell your half-seal children, or curse your entire island...depending on how creepy you are. Links I talked about: The selkie movie, "Song of the Sea": http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1865505/ Cages through the ages: https://amzn.com/B00MS9PSK8 "Medea" by Euripides: http://a.co/hWck30M Sponsors: Hiring? Check out ZipRecruiter! You can go to http://ziprecruiter.com/myths and start posting for free Bombas! They are very comfortable. Go to http://www.bombas.com for 20% off plus free shipping on your order of four or more pairs. Music: "On Belay" by Blue Dot Sessions "Gentle Heart" by Podington Bear "Floating in Space" by Podington Bear "Ember" by Podington Bear "Bright and Blank" by Blue Dot Sessions "I Believe in You" by Lee Rosevere "Themes from Penguins on Parade" by Lee Rosevere "Thaw (Outro)" by Kai Engel "Solitude" by Jahzzar "Curtains are Always Drawn" by Kai EngleSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 19, 201639 min

46C-Jason and the Argonauts: The Long Way Home

It finally comes time to fight the dragon, (hopefully) survive the return journey home, and have the showdown with Pelias. This is a big episode. If you've made it this far in the series, though, it probably doesn't matter what I write here, because you are either into the Argonaut story or not. Really, though, it is a cool episode and there are about three twist murders, a wedding, and a king with a great name. The creature is the sea-trow, shockingly dumb and frightfully ugly, you might be offended by his pranks...if they made any sense... Want to say hi on Twitter? I'm http://www.twitter.com/jasontheweiser Disclaimer: https://www.mythpodcast.com/4251/jason-argonauts-long-way-home/ Sponsors: If you want to wear the most comfortable socks you have ever worn, check out http://www.bombas.com for 20% off and free shipping for orders of four or more pairs. Want to drag five blades across your face in the best way possible? Check out http://www.Harrys.com (promo code MYTHS). Music: "Free Radicals" by Podington Bear "Darkling Skies" by Jelsonic "Danse Morialta" by Kevin MacLeod "Another Brilliant Age" by Jelsonic "Anniversary Song" by Blanket Music "Wolf Dunes" by Fields Ohio "And So Then" by Lee Rosevere "The Secret to Growing Up" by Lee Rosevere "Whispers Invoke Paranoia" by NihiloreSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 12, 201641 min

46B-Jason and the Argonauts: MacGuffin

The quest for the golden fleece begins for the legendary heroes packed aboard the Argo. We find them making all haste for Colchis...except for all the times they stop to feast...and drink too much...and meet beautiful women...and get in unnecessary boxing matches. We also meet the princess Medea; catch up with Cupid (Eros), a hot-shot toddler who plays by his own rules; and Theseus will remember something very, very important. The creature this week is a roaring, spectral bull...who isn't all that dangerous, just incredibly annoying. Sponsors: Check out MVMT watches. They look really nice (http://www.MVMTwatches.com/myths) Blue Apron has good food that's good for the environment, but most importantly (to me) is that you can make awesome home-cooked meals with no planning. Check out http://www.blueapron.com/legends Music: "The Terrarium" by Blue Dot Sessions "Shifty Crow" by Podington Bear "Peter Gray" by Podington Bear "Midday" by Blue Dot Sessions "Krok" by Blue Dot Sessions "Jackbird" by Blue Dot Sessions "Insurrection" by Podington Bear "Inessential" by Blue Dot Sessions "Hammer and Damper" by Blue Dot Sessions "Galoshes" by Podington Bear "Fives" by Podington Bear "Dread" by Podington Bear "Chopin - Mazurka Op 67 No 3" by Blue Dot Sessions "Black Cosmos Ring" by Podington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 201645 min

46A-Jason and the Argonauts: Some Assembly Required

The beginning of the story of Jason and his legendary Argonauts doesn't start with Jason, but with Zeus being...well, Zeus, and kidnapping an unsuspecting woman. There is a dragon, a giant bronze robot, and court intrigue, leading to some familiar names coming back to help Jason travel to a faraway land and obtain the golden fleece. Those names include Hercules, Theseus, Laertes (father of Odysseus), Autolycus, Peleus (the father of Achilles), Augeus (with the legendarily dirty stables), and more. It's the biggest meetup of everyone we've met so far...well, everyone that isn't in Hades (Sisyphus) tied to a rock (Prometheus) or wandering blind through a plain (Bellerophon). The creature looks so much like a normal person it's uncanny. I mean, he looks like a normal person once you get past his humorously big ears, nose, and hands. And his gray skin...that sometimes glows. Ok, he looks nothing like a normal person. Sponsors: Check out new sponsor Harry's Razors for a free shave kit (just pay shipping, but that's only like $3): http://www.harrys.com/ and use the code MYTHS and checkout. Like listening to stories by professionals who don't fumble the pronunciations constantly? Check out http://www.audible.com/myths Say "hi" on Twitter! Say "good day" on Facebook! Music: "The Longshoreman" by Blue Dot Sessions "Spell" by Rolemusic "Poor Wayfaring Stranger" by Podington Bear "One Dirty Sleeve" by Blue Dot Sessions "Micolai" by Blue Dot Sessions "Haena" by Blue Dot Sessions "Discovery Harbor" by Blue Dot Sessions "Space (Outro)" by Andy G. Cohen "Castle Theme" by VisagerSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 201641 min

45-Rumpelstiltskin: Let's Make a Deal

Three stories of people making deals. The first is from Japanese folklore, and it's about making the most of what you have...even when what you have is a dirty piece of straw and a fly friend. The second story is about a man who made a deal with the devil...and all the stupid (maybe brilliant?) decisions he made after that deal. The third story is that of Rumpelstiltskin, a weird little imp that might have been a hero if he didn't insist on purchasing humans. The creature of the week the poludnica, and she is looking out for you and your rights at work...violently. Sponsors: Check out that fresh, delicious goodness sent straight to your door. It's Blue Apron: http://www.blueapron.com/legends Like stories? Like listening? Like listening to stories? Check out audible (the book I mentioned was "Ready Player One" by Ernest Cline): http://www.audible.com/myths Spiders...why'd it have to be spiders? (bit.ly/2cl1yyX) Music: "Wahre" by Blue Dot Sessions "Solemn Application" by Blue Dot Sessions "Roscoe" by Podington Bear "Micolai" by Blue Dot Sessions "Lost and Found" by Podington Bear "Lope and Shimmer" by Podington Bear "Lead Shroud" by Blue Dot Sessions "Giving Tree" by Podington Bear "Denouement" by Podington Bear "Bootstraps" by Podington Bear "Bambi" by Podington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 201643 min

44-Saint George: Here Be Dragons

Three and a half stories of monsters of the ancient world. We meet vile beasts that lurk in the forests, the murky deep, and the wide, desolate places of the world. We meet the baby, the Thor, and the saints that slay them. We meet bears that can be bribed with cake. Folklore is weird. The creature is a little blue person. I know it's a struggle to not play in barley fields after school. It's a temptation we all deal with every day. Just don't do it. It will end with you being eaten by a little blue monster. Also, don't sumo wrestle children in the street. Sponsors: Blue apron is pretty great! Check out Blue Apron: http://www.blueapron.com/legends Casper mattresses are the most comfortable mattresses: http://www.casper.com/legends The discussion post: https://www.mythpodcast.com/4219/44-saint-george-dragons/ Music: "Blammo" by Podington Bear 'Filesharer's Lament" by Blanket Music "Manele" by Blue Dot Sessions "McKrary" by Blue Dot Sessions "Molasses" by Podington Bear "Crush at Maracas Bar" by Rolemusic "Showers" by Podington Bear "Wahre" by Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 201641 min

43-Slavic Folklore: The Wasteland

A story of a super-powered Russian hero fighting the evil, also super-powered villain known as Nightingale the Robber. Nightingale can fly, kill with a scream, and lives in the shadows of his forest. The journey will take our hero from home, through multiple stays with Baba Yaga(s), and finally into a confrontation with the legendary bandit on a quest to become the man he never thought he could be. The creature this week is sweaty, hairy, and naked...and the only way you can beat it is by wrestling it. Check out www.blueapron.com/legends for some awesome meals without pounds of ingredients left over. Seriously, check out the audiobook "World War Z" from www.audible.com/myths Music: "Direct to Video" by Chris Zabriskie "What Does Anybody Know About Anything?" by Chris Zabriskie "Denzel Sprak" by Blue Dot Sessions "Zither Sprak" by Blue Dot Sessions "Rough Hewn" by Blue Dot Sessions "Snowcrop" by Blue Dot Sessions "Pukae" by Blue Dot Sessions "Low Jack" by Podington Bear "Kiss" by Podington Bear "Old Regrets" by Lee RosevereSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 7, 201640 min

42-Chinese Folklore (Cinderella): You Only Live Thrice

This week, it's two of the earliest Cinderella stories, one of which is the earliest written version of this type of story, pre-dating European versions by 1000 years. It has evil step-mothers, murderous step-sisters, and helpful cows who will vomit up your work and call you stupid. Trying to grow a beard and keep your five-year-old from having dreadlocks? Then you do not want this week's creature hanging around your house. Find the show on iTunes Become a member Say hi on Twitter Music: "Interstate 70 Rain Chants" by Fields Ohio "Djangle" by Poddington Bear "Vault" by Jahzzar "I'm going for a coffee" by Lee Rosevere "And So Then" by Lee Rosevere "Slow Lights" by Lee Rosevere "Third in Line" by Blue Dot Sessions "Tortoise Shell" by Podington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 201636 min

41C-Lancelot: It's Complicated

It's the conclusion of the Lancelot story, and we'll immediately pick up after last week's fairly cheap cliffhanger ending. He'll finally see the end of his quest... Either by plummeting to the choppy waters below...or by the lions on the other side of the sword...or the castle full of people who want to kill him on the other side of the lions. The creature is the Tannarak, who just wants to date you or steal your child. It really does not care, which is fairly problematic. The discussion post and the disclaimer: https://www.mythpodcast.com/4180/41c-lancelot-complicated/ Link for the new show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/new-show-form/ Sponsor this week! Blue Apron is awesome. Check it out at http://www.blueapron.com/legendsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 24, 201652 min

41B-Lancelot: Promises to Keep

Things get weird on Lancelot's journey to become a knight of the Round Table...if Merlin trying to pick up a twelve-year-old last week wasn't strange enough. This week has ancient prophecies, a dangerous quest, a father and son stalker duo, kind of too much hair-smelling, and a sleazy innkeeper. Arthur has a particularly bad month, where his two closest friends turn in their resignations. The creature this week will protect your kids...by kidnapping them? Sponsor! Blue Apron is delicious. Try out Blue Apron (and get three meals free!): http://blueapron.com/legends Music: "Feldspar" by Poddington Bear "Flute Feet" by Poddington Bear "Hundy Mil Tight" by Poddington Bear "Into the Unknown" by Poddington Bear "One Quiet Conversation" by Blue Dot Sessions "Outside the Terminal" by Blue Dot Sessions "Ray Gun Lull" by Blue Dot Sessions "Provisions" by Blue Dot Sessions "Ants" by RolemusicSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 17, 201640 min

41A-Lancelot: The Stolen Child

We're back in the time of King Arthur, picking up right about where we stopped off last time (though you don't need to have heard last time to listen today). We'll be talking about the story of Lancelot - where this incredibly important character came from and why he's know as Lancelot of the Lake (spoiler alert, he grew up in a lake). Merlin gets weird, and we catch up with a certain lion-befriending knight that helped to kick off this whole podcast. The creature is the bouncy bear who is basically a bullet-proof superhero...if all superheroes did was eat horses and sleep. Sponsors! A new podcast - Remarkable Lives, Tragic Deaths: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/remarkable-lives.-tragic-deaths./id1137724528?mt=2 Audible.com: http://www.audible.com/myths American Gods on Audible: http://www.audible.com/pd/Sci-Fi-Fantasy/American-Gods-The-Tenth-Anniversary-Edition-A-Full-Cast-Production-Audiobook/B0055274U2/ref=a_search_c4_1_1_srTtl?qid=1470797939&sr=1-1 Discussion post: https://www.mythpodcast.com/4161/41a-lancelot-stolen-child/ Music: "It's always too late to start over" by Chris Zabriskie "Twelve Monkeys (Instrumental Version)" by Josh Woodward "Black is the Color" by Poddington Bear "Lone Road" by Poddington Bear "Old Skin" by Poddington Bear "Spinning Meter" by Blue Dot Sessions "The Rampart" by Blue Dot Sessions "Two Boys and a Girl" by Poddington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 10, 201639 min

40-West African Folklore: Cold-blooded

Five stories of a very savvy, completely unscrupulous turtle from Nigeria. He's a trickster we've met before, but he has an entire episode of semi-murderous turtle hijinks. Even though turtles are cute and seemingly harmless, they should not be trusted under any circumstances ever. You should also avoid going into business with them, when possible. The creature this week is the hyosube, from Japanese folklore. He's a crazy little guy who will give you fevers for just being polite. Sponsors! Away Travel, for toddler-proof (resistant? Is anything really toddler-proof) suitcases! http://www.awaytravel.com/legends and don't forget LEGENDS at checkout. Good old Lootcrate. Check out the antihero box at http://www.lootcrate.com/legends. Promo code LEGENDS. Membership All episodes from now on will have an ad-free version on the member feed. Check out membership at http://support.mythpodcast.com All music by Poddington Bear and Blue Dot Sessions.Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 3, 201640 min

39-Odin: In the Land of the Blind

Born in ice and fire, Norse mythology starts violently...and strangely. There's a blood ocean, a giant primeval cow, and some light grandpa murder. Thor and Loki take two kids on a field trip to Jotunheim, where, like any family vacation, Thor gets in a drinking contest and wrestles an old lady. Then, Odin travels to the far reaches of the void for wisdom and learns that he must pay a terrible price only to learn that the end, when the universe will once again be bathed in ice and fire, is coming. The creature of the week is the sandman and you shouldn't let your kids listen to it, especially if it's right before bedtime. Basically, growing up in the middle ages was terrible and I don't know how anyone made it out without some severe psychological trauma. Sponsors: Loot Crate! Check out http://www.lootcrate.com/legends (offer code: LEGENDS) for the awesome antihero box. Blue Apron! http://www.blueapron.com/legends And newcomer Credit Karma, for a completely free credit report http://www.creditkarma.com/value Music: "Virality Ratio" by Steve Combs and Simon Mathewson "Pilgrimage-initiation" by Wayne Kinos "The Origination" by Nihilore All other music by Poddington Bear and Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 27, 201641 min

38B-Korean Literature: Master of Two Worlds

The Conclusion of the "Story of Hong Gildong" takes us from the household drama of last episode to a story that spans the entirety of the Korean peninsula, with Gildong earning his title of the Korean Robin Hood. It then moves beyond Korea to mythical lands, where Gildong battles demons and becomes a doctor. Or pretends to be a doctor. I mean, it's a frontier setting in the 1600s, let's not split hairs. It's basically the same thing. The creature this time, is cactus cat. It's a cat who wants to get drunk and party like it's 1910. The awesome source for this episode: https://amzn.com/0143107690 Looking to build a website? Weebly is pretty great! Check out http://www.weebly.com/myths Make fantastic meals with Blue Apron: http://www.blueapron.com/legends Music: All music by Blue Dot Sessions and Poddington Bear. Except for the awesome chip tune song by Role Music.Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 13, 201648 min

38A-Korean Literature: Crossing the Threshold

Hong Gildong has been called the Korean Robin Hood, but really oversimplifies the story. It is both an awesome adventure tale with dragons, magic, assassins, demons, bandits, and betrayal, and a complex human drama, where one young man must find and understand his place in the world. It's both action-packed, and heartbreaking. The titular character, Gildong, was born a second-class citizen, and he was determined to make a way for himself in a world that kept pushing him down, even if that meant living outside the law. This is his story. The creature this time is the saalah, and they are what happens when a mommy genie and a daddy human (or the other way around) love each other very much. Loot crate is fantastic. Check out Loot crate: http://www.lootcrate.com/legends (Offer code: LEGENDS) Looking to build a website? Check out http://www.weebly.com/myths Say hi on twitter? I'm http://www.twitter.com/mythpodcast That incredibly great source for this story today: https://amzn.com/0143107690Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 6, 201636 min

37-Hercules: The Best at What He Does

Hercules is as terrible as he is awesome. There are sea monsters, centaurs, people being thrown off of things, Hydra poison, and Hercules making ridiculous choices. Basically, it's everything you could want from a Hercules episode. Oh, and he dies, because apparently he can do that. The creature this time is the Mamagwasewug, and he just wants to borrow a smoke off you...or he'll burn your house down. Batman picture: https://www.instagram.com/p/BHD5g9OjfXq/?taken-by=mythpodcast Our sponsor this week: www.lootcrate.com/legends (code: LEGENDS). Support the show? (http://support.mythpodcast.com) Find us on iTunes? (http://itunes.mythpodcast.com) Music: "Cheap suit" by Jason Staczek "Silence" by Kai Engel "Deserted City" by Kai Engel "At the End Everyone Dies" by Kai Engel "Leafless Quince Tree" by Rolemusic All other music by Poddington Bear and Blue Dot Sessions. Bibliography: "Metamorphoses" by Ovid 9:1-282 "The Women of Trachis" by Sophocles "The Library of Greek Mythology" by Apollodorus 2:6-8 "Library of History" by Diodorus Siculus 4:32 "The Greek Myths" by Robert GravesSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 29, 201645 min

36B-Pocahontas: Between Two Streams

An abbreviated history of Pocahontas and John Smith, this episode looks at the conflict largely from the Powhatan side. This isn't the Disney version. It is gritty, dark, violent, and, if Mattaponi oral history is to be trusted, fairly disturbing. Still, it tells the story of a clash of worlds, and one woman who stood in the middle to bring a brief peace. The creature this week lives in lime trees and, in return for probably not paying rent, will hurt you if you're mean to the tree. Our sponsors: www.MackWeldon.com (promo code MYTHS) http://www.blueapron.com/legends http://www.weebly.com/myths My interview on The Podcast Digest: http://www.thepodcastdigest.info/2016/06/tpd-96-jason-weiser-from-myths-and.html Mattaponi Oral History: https://amzn.com/1555916325 The Disclaimer (and post): https://www.mythpodcast.com/4096/36b-pocahontas-two-streams/ Music: "What does anybody know about anything" by Chris Zabriskie All other music (besides intro/outro and COTW) by Poddington Bear and Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 22, 20161h 1m

36A-Pocahontas: The Empire Business

The story of Pocahontas and John Smith has turned from compelling historical story of a brave woman who united two warring nations, to a melodramatic, oversimplified love story. In reality, Pocahontas likely never view Smith as more than a friend, since she was 11 when they first met. But they won't meet quite yet. We need to talk about the world they both inhabit, and the nations that will collide in the early 17th century. Then, on the creature of the week, you'll see why you want to bring hair clippers when checking on your infant in the middle of the night. check out the companies that were nice enough to sponsor this episode: http://Lootcrate.com/legends - offer code: LEGENDS (the Loot Crate community thing I talked about) http://Weebly.com/Myths Music: "Wipe my Face Away" by Keshco "Cloudz" by Jahzzar All other music by Poddington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 201650 min

35-Beauty and the Beast: Prisoners

This is not the Beauty and the Beast you've heard. It's not even the story the one you've heard is based on. That one is a super-pared-down version of an 18th century French novella. The original contains way too much description about fairy politics and power structures, 18th century Pandora, and an idea for a "Downton Abbey" reboot...with monkeys. The creature of the week is Papa Bois, from Trinidad and Tobago. He will show you why regular exercise and a balanced diet of strangers lost in the forest will keep you healthy well into old age. Our super-awesome sponsor: Loot Crate (don't forget the code Legends) The other awesome sponsor: Casper. All that in the ad was true. These things are amazing. Find the show on iTunes The discussion post with all the fun links Music: "March" by Kai Engel "Train" by Sergey Cheremisinov "Usless Confusion" by much, "Comet Trails" by Moon "She Does Her Best (feat. Small Colin)" by Six Umbrellas "Falling into You" by Little Glass Men "Captain Socrates" by Nihilore "Everest" by Scott Holmes "Stay 17" by Peter Rudenko "Todas las promesas" by Gumbel "Space(Outro)" by Andy G. Cohen "Breeeze" by Jelsonic "Dizzy Spells - Instrumental" by Josh Woodward "Midnight Undercover" by Jelsonic "Seasong" by JelsonicSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 8, 201651 min

34-Greek Mythology: Uphill Battle

Two stories from Greek Mythology: first, it's the story of Sisyphus, who you might know from his interminable, crushing labor, but who actually really deserved that punishment because of how horrible he was. The second story is of good-guy-Bellerophon, Sisyphus's grandson, who is constantly having that football pulled out from under him just as he is about to kick it. The creature is an 80-foot-tall, sneaky Japanese skeleton who has a drinking problem...in that he has a difficult time drinking the blood spewing from his decapitated victims. Loot Crate is awesome. Check out Loot Crate. (Don't forget the code LEGENDS). Music: "Factory Time" by Visager "Captive" by Steve Combs and Delta Is "The Origination" by Nihilore "Escape Pod" by Steve Combs and Delta Is "F*** Yeh, Capitalism!" by Nihilore "What Lurks in the Blind Spot of a God?" by Nihilore "Beat the Burglar" by Scott Holmes "Liberosis" by Nihilore "Young Love (Bonus Track)" by Steve Combs and Delta Is "Ants" by Rolemusic "Homage to John Carpenter" by Squire TuckSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 1, 201644 min

33-Ali Baba: Inheritance

As you've probably come to expect, the story of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, perhaps the second most famous story from One Thousand and One Nights, is much more violent than modern adaptations would have us believe. Medieval Persia was a dangerous place, and you needed to have your wits, a lot of luck, and apparently an extremely loyal, wily slave girl to survive. The creature this week is the Nix, and it will give you yet another reason to shout at strangers in the grocery store. Wanting an easy way to build a website? Check out our sponsor this week, at http://www.weebly.com/myths Music: "Golden" by Little Glass Men "The Falsehood of Positivity" by Rowan Box "Cavern" by Jahzzar "XX" by Jahzzar "CGI Snake" by Chris Zabriskie "Wonder Cycle" by Chris Zabriskie "Night Without Sleep (Instrumental)" by David Mumford "Arcade Paradise" by Scott HolmesSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 201642 min

32-Tricksters: Wager

Three stories of tricksters. We have Coyote from Native American mythology giving great gifts and racing a turtle. There's also Anansi the spider-man from West African folklore, who is trying to buy the stories of the world. We also catch up with our old friend Loki from Norse mythology, who just wants to give Thor's wife an impromptu, un-asked-for haircut. The creature of the week is an emaciated horse who will either play harmless pranks on you, or crush you to death in the street. Our sponsor, Weebly! Say hi on Twitter Music: "Waltz Ohia" by Fields Ohio "Redhead" by Jahzzar "Modulation of the Spirit" by Little Glass Men "Wild Ones" by Jahzzar "The Beat Influence" by Cullah "Theme K" by Steve Combs and the Delta Is "Inner Light" by Kevin MacLeodSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 11, 201640 min

31B-Viking Sagas: Face-off

The conclusion of the Saga of Arrow-Odd, a man who is destinedto live 300 years, yet cursed to be killed by his favoritehorse. He's watched his friends and brothers die in his strugglewith his adversary, the evil half-troll Ogmund, but this battle isdestined to stretch over centuries, into a world that lookscompletely different to both of them.The creatures this week hang out in pantries, and either temptyou with too much cake or destroy your ill-gotten, likelybuttercat-acquired food.Our awesome sponsorwith their awesome boxes, Lootcrate. Don't forget code "LEGENDS"for $3 off!Music:"Everybody's Got Problems that Aren't Mine" by ChrisZabriskie"Back in Time" by Jason Staczek"What does Anybody Know About Anything" by Chris Zabriskie"Cheap Suit" by Jason Staczek"You've Sent for the Absent" by Rowan Box"Royal Flush" by Keshco"Shadowplay (goth dream pop)" by Keshco"Thoughtful" by Lee Rosevere"Yokushun"by Rolemusic"Saying Goodbye in the Rain (piano)" by JelsonicSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 201658 min

31A-Viking Sagas: Odd Man Out

The saga of the legendary Viking Arrow-Odd contains trolls,ogres, giants, magic arrows, and a sorceress getting smacked in thenose. The mistakes of one Viking's past...or just a Viking being aViking, haunt him. There's a dangerous Viking teddy bear, and if anangry, famed warrior offers to show you his arrows up close, do nottake him up on that offer.On the creature of the week, you'll see that when you're at thesupermarket, someone might just secretly be a giant purple blobthat lives in the river.Oursponsor: AudibleTheother sponsor: Lootcrate (don't forget the code "LEGENDS")Music:"Theme I" by Steve Combs and Delta Is"Sirian Star" by Ars Sonor "Casual Uncertainties" by Gurdonark"Words Fall Apart (Instrumental)" by JoshWoodward"Scale-Free" by Oorlab"Buffering" by Quiet Music for Tiny Robots"Polar Vortex" by Quiet Music for TinyRobots"Peekdoor Quest" by RolemusicSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 201643 min

30-Latin American Folklore: Unbreakable

A story from Chilean folklore about the smartest woman in the world, her talking shoe, and a prince that deserved a slap on the face.The creatures this week are the abatwa, from South Africa, and you'll learn why ants are the best roommates ever.Say hi on Facebook?Support the podcastFind the show on iTunesMusic:"Puzzle Pieces" by Lee Rosevere"a long night" by bbatv"Play Pelagic" by Little Glass Men"Neon Hippies" by Fields Ohio"Hedonic State" by Mike B. Fort"Theme W" by Steve Combs & Delta Is"Deep Cave (Dip and Cavern Remix)" by JahzzarSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 20, 201636 min

29-Grimm: Upward Mobility

Two stories from the Grimm brothers, both of which have people going up, but in different ways. The first is the story of Rapunzel, and the second is about a small tailor who uses one success to face giants, a rampaging boar, and a unicorn when seeking the hand of the princess. The only problem? His greatest achievement may be based on a lie, and he's either the world's smoothest con man or completely delusional. Or both.The creature this week is a stack of old weasels. That catch things on fire.Sponsors:Audible.com - put books in your ears! (Note: please don't put actual physical books in your ears)LootCrate: Get cool stuff, right to your door. Promo code LEGENDSOther stuff:Say hi on FacebookCaught up and want more episodes?Music:"Satellites and Waterfalls" by Nihilore"Where it Goes" by Jahzzar"The Journey" by Marcos H. Bolanos"AS Nihilism Gives Way to Existentialism" by Nihilore"Windy Bluffs" by Visager"Scramby Eggs" by Andy G. Cohen"Beat the Burglar" by Scott Holmes"We Can Make You Feel Alive Wholesale" by Winjer3"Wipe my Face Away" by Keshco"Seasong" by JelsonicSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 13, 201647 min

28-Prometheus: Adamantine

The much-requested story of Prometheus, a Titan who was cursed by Zeus to have his liver pecked out every day for defying the Olympian and bringing fire to the earth. We'll also talk about the Titanomachy, the very literal clash of the Titans at the very beginning of Greek mythology, where Zeus comes to power and we all learn that any policy that involves crazy paranoia is basically the only one a Greek god considers.The creature is the gooseberry wife, but unlike the name, and the berries she protects, she is not sweet, and might eat your child.Our sponsor: Loot Crate. Don't forget the promo code LEGENDS!Become a member?Find the show on iTunesMusic:"The Faslehood of Positivity" by Rowan Box"Owls" by Jazzar"Captive" by Steve Combs and Delta Is"Gminor long delays" by Solo Bass Steve"Liberosis" by Nihilore"Something (Bonus Track)" by Kai Engel"Kelp Grooves" by Little Glass Men"May" by Kai EngelSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 201641 min

27C-King Arthur: The Errant Knight

Old foes resurface as Balin, the fugitive knight, flees from King Arthur's court. He'll find himself on a perilous (and, at times, ridiculous) quest, where he'll inadvertently put the events in motion that will start the quest for the Holy Grail. Oh, and Arthur gets the Round Table and gets married.The creature this week is the little naked person buried just below the ground who will scream horrendously if you try to pick him out. Also, he might just kill you.Our sponsor:SeatGeek! (Link to the app on iOS) (Link to the website)Don't forget the promo code MYTHS for a $20 rebate!Say hi on Twitter (@mythpodcast)Find the show on iTunes (http://itunes.mythpodcast.com)The discussion post on the siteMusic:“Decompression” by Blue Dot Sessions“Celadon” by Podington Bear“Waltz Opus Posthume” by Blue Dot Sessions“Now You Are Here” by Sergey Cheremisinov“Lorca” by Thorn1“Independent Film” by Steve Combs“Chasing the Port Chains” by Rolemusic“Turquoise” by Podington Bear“March” by Kai Engel“Midnight Blue” by Podington Bear“Sepia” by Podington Bear“Trillium” by Podington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 5, 201651 min

27B-King Arthur: Mayday

When we left king Arthur, the monstrous Questing Beast was lumbering toward him. We'll learn all about that beast and the line of kings cursed to hunt it. Then, Merlin shows up with a chilling plan to solve the problem of the child that is destined to grow up to destroy Arthur. We'll also meet Balin, a disgraced knight who just got out of jail and meets with an unexpected quest for redemption...that might just curse all of England.On the creature of the week, you'll learn why you want to stock up on pineapples, especially if you are pregnant and don't want this mosquito-like vampire coming after you.Say hi on TwitterBecome a memberThe surveyLink to discussion postSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 23, 201643 min

27A-King Arthur: The Violence Inherent in the System

The story of the legendary King Arthur, from just after when he pulled the sword from the stone.Though he's in his late-teens or early-twenties, he is not at all taken seriously by his barons or petty kings, who revolt almost immediately. Less than one year into his reign, he is hiding behind the walls of a castle waiting for the best moment to escape, all while Merlin stands atop the wall shooting fire at the armies assembled out front.The creature of the week is the Mahaha, and you'll see yet another reason why you shouldn't trust the blue shirtless man wanting to tickle you.Find the show on iTunesBecome a member!Say hi on TwitterMusic:“Far from Home” by Ketsa“Floor Shine” by Blue Dot Sessions“Pl4y1ng” by Rolemusic“Wounds” by Ketsa“Denzel Sprak” by Blue Dot Sessions“Sunset” by Kai Engel“Springtime” by Poddington Bear“Forgetfulness” by KetsaSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 16, 201638 min

26-Japanese Fairy Tales: Wisdom

This week: two folktales from Japan. One is about a humble, happy stone cutter who becomes a power-mad, bitter stone cutter. The other is about, surprise surprise, supernatural occurrences at a Buddhist temple in a remote mountain region.The creature of the week is...or are...the blue men of the Minch. They are blue, men, and very, very good at writing poetry.Become a member?Say hi on TwitterFind the show on iTunesMusic:"Fistful of Dub" by Spinning Merkaba"Brooks" by Kai Engel"Byte" by NWMA"Weathervane" by Blue Dot Sessions"Teenage Dream" by Yusuki Tsutsumi"Thoughtful" by Lee Rosevere"Under Suspicion" by Lee Rosevere"XX" by Jahzzar"Lil Couak Part 1" by Couak Vador"Paper Napkin" by Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 9, 201636 min

25-Dragons: This is Where You Get to Make it Right

The story of a famous dragon from the folklore of north east England is filled with knights, curses, and, of course, the need to kill your favorite childhood dog. The story of the Lambton Worm is a quest for redemption where many people die because of a young man who just wants to yell cuss words at children and throw his trash in a well.The creature of the week is the butter cat. That should be enough to want to listen to the creature of the week.Find the show on iTunesBecome a memberSay Hi on TwitterMusic:"Another Version of You" by Chris Zabriskie"Whispering Through" by Asura"Heart and Mind" by Kai Engel"Ride with the Moon" by TRG Banks"Touch the Darkness" by Kai Engel"Horse Ride 1" by TRG BanksSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 2, 201631 min

24-Thor: Whosoever Holds this Hammer

Norse mythology, like all mythology, is strange. Thor's hammer is gone. It was stolen...or he just left it somewhere and forgot about it. To get it back, though, he's going to have to do something more difficult than fighting legions of giants. He's going to need to get married.And there's the origin of poetry, which contains way more men formed from spit than you'd expect for the origin of poetry.On the creature of the week, seriously, just stay out of the woods. It never ends well. Except when it does, and you find love and learn to put on a puppet show.Become a member!Find the show on iTunesSay hi on TwitterThe Prose Edda - THE source for Norse MythologyMusic:"Beeth" by Blue Dot Sessions"Direct to Video" by Chris Zabriskie"An Opus in Bb" by Blue Dot Sessions"Witch Laws" by Dlay"Hanami Matsuri" by Fabian Measures"It's Always Too Late to Start Over" by Chris ZabriskieSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 201628 min

23-Cupid and Psyche: Burned

In this famous story from Greek Mythology, we'll meet Cupid (not a baby), as he accidentally nicks himself with his own arrow. In a podcast episode that is like the movie "Mean Girls" with a trip to the Greek underworld, you'll see why it is against the law to harbor someone who's prettier than a goddess.The creature of the week is a forest creature that operates on a very annoying wood chip economy.Become a memberSay Hi on TwitterFind the show on iTunesThe bag of dirtMusic:"Sonar Despierto" by Zifhang"Sidecar" by Podington Bear"The Vault" by Trigg & Gusset"The Coil Winds" by Blue Dot Sessions"Transmogrify" by Podington Bear"Here is Now" by Ketsa"Trellis" by Podington BearSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 201637 min

22C-Irish Legends: The Spoils of War

A double-sized episode with the whole epic and slightly-ridiculous story of a cattle raid that ended up taking way longer than it should have. It involves a young man hulking out numerous times, several creative ways to kill your opponent in single combat, and a fight to the death between best friends. Also, you'll see why you shouldn't bring your squirrel to an active war zone.The creature of the week is a scary, hairy little zombie who, like Jack Frost, will nibble at your toes. Unlike Jack Frost, though, he will bite them clean off.Become a member?Say hi on TwitterFind the show on iTunesMusic:"As Dust Gathers" by Blue Dot Sessions"Rally" by Blue Dot Sessions"Catching Feathers" by Ketsa"Burn" by Massimo Ruberti"Play Pelagic" by Little Glass Men"Beautiful Rain" by Ketsa"Dubrelli" by Synapsis"Journey Near Complete" by KetsaSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 201649 min

22B-Irish Legends: You Wouldn’t Like Me When I’m Angry

Queen Medb, King Ailil, and Fergus make their way into Ulster while the army is crippled by feeling as if they are going into labor. Only one man, barely out of childhood himself, can stand against the invaders and protect his people until they are able to rise. That man is Cu Chulainn. This week, we learn the origin story of this Irish superhero (he's kind of literally a superhero, too. He can hulk out.), including how he got his name, which basically means dog. The creature of the week is one that will, unsurprisingly, drag you into the river and kill you. What is surprising, though, is the party that happens in your village when you kick it out. Become a member Say hi on Twitter Leave a review on iTunes? Music: "Hiroko Life" by Whodiniz "Brick Wall (Instrumental)" by Simon Panrucker "Venus in Furz" by Steve Combs "Contrarian" by Blue Dot Sessions "Invitation to the Voyage" by Julia KentSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 201633 min

22A-Irish Legends (The Tain): Red Ledger

Starting an epic string of legends from Celtic folkore. We're back in the time of kings, princesses, and intrigue. You'll see how you can steal a kingdom with fancy accounting, curse a nation because of a careless comment, and start a war to prove to your spouse how rich you are.The creature of the week is the monaciello from Naples, Italy. When he's not helping you, he's stealing your clothes...off your body...Become a member?Say hi on TwitterFind the show on iTunesReally excellent source for the today's storiesmy e-mail: [email protected]:"Turning" by Blue Dot Sessions"Something for Nothing" by Ketsa"Flag of No Country" Julia Kent"Swan's Melody" by REW<<"Passageways to Happier Hours" by REW<<"Thaw (Outro)" by Kai EngelSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 201633 min

21-Frozen/The Snow Queen: Fearful Symmetry

It's the original story of the Snow Queen, more commonly known as the source material for the hyper-popular Disney movie named "Frozen". The original, though, is incredibly different, and contains much more violence, kidnapping, and weirdness than the adaptation. On the creature of the week, you'll see why you shouldn't get drunk and take walks by the river Say Hi on Twitter! Find the show on iTunes Become a member! Music "Get Far" by Muddy Wires "Threadbare Cashmere" by REW<< "A Leaf in the Wind" by Coldnoise "Morbid Imagination" by Kai Engel "Baroque" by Jon Watts "Snowfall" by Kai Engel "Headlights/Mountain Road" by Blue Dot Sessions "Tar and Spackle" by Blue Dot Sessions "Wisteria" by Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 201640 min

20-Korean Folklore: Prayers

This week, it's a horror story from Korean folklore. A little girl gets lost in the forest, and then a strange problem begins tearing her family apart.Then, on the creature of the week, you'll see how buying sunglasses for the guard might help you rob a temple.Become a member?Say Hi on FacebookFind the podcast on iTunes Music:"When the Guests have Left" by Blue Dot Sessions"Vindicta (Lost Radio Reshape)" by Astral & Shit"Moon" by Massimo Ruberti"Fleeting" by Coldnoise"Spell" by Rolemusic"January" by Kai Engel"Midnight" by KetsaSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13, 201635 min

19-Native American Folklore: Skeletons

The first episode of much-requested Native American folklore has giants, ghosts, anthropomorphic coyotes, jilted lovers, and the reason for why the tick got so flat. Because you've always wondered how the wood tick got to be so flat.On the creature of the week, it's an animal from Australian folklore who is lurking in stagnant water, just waiting to give you a deadly hug.Become a member?Say Hi on FacebookFind the Podcast on iTunesMusic:"Hiroko Dream" by Whodiniz"The Soft Glow of Christmas Lights" by Will Bangs"Jenny Slate" by Steve Combs"Brought" by Ketsa"December" by Kai Engel"Parade Shoes" by Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 201628 min

18-St. Nick: Rusty Chains and Candy Canes

The story behind the transition from Saint Nicholas to Santa Claus is one that includes murder, priest-punching, and ominous, demonic-looking companions. This episode looks at the legends behind an austere bishop who has been transformed into a magical, portly elf.**Note: as I say in the show, this episode is not for young children. The story of St. Nick includes grisly murders and mentions of prostitution. Listener discretion is advised.**The creature of the week is another sort of Santa from Spain who, in the old days, eschewed the coal for bad children for a long, deadly scythe.Become a member?Say Hi on Facebook!Find the show on iTunes?!Krampus picturesThe History of RomeMusic"The Krampus Song" by J Dobbs Rosa (J. Dobbs Rosa on Twitter)"Threads and Veils" by Blue Dot Sessions"Lathe" by Blue Dot Sessions"Sirius" by Sergey Cheremisinov"Cheap Suit" by Jason Staczek"Dune" by Filip Roter"Sorcery" by Bog"Christmas Lights" by Patrick Poe"Fledgling" by Psychadelik PedestrianSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 201532 min

17C-Theseus: I Volunteer as Tribute

The final chapter in the story of Theseus, the Minotaur, and all the other people that have gotten swept up in this drama spanning decades. We'll learn exactly what the Delphic Oracle meant by her prophecy, and how you can use a spool of thread to kill a giant monster.On the creature of the week, it's a very literal tiny dancer.Become a Member?Say "Hi" on Facebook!Find the show on iTunesMusic:"Comfort in Uncertainty" by bbatv"Great is the Contessa" by Blue Dot Sessions"The Big Out There" by Krackatoa"Hiroko in Deep" by Whodiniz"When it Gets Dark at 4PM" by Will Bangs"Reverie" by WVTMSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 201535 min