Myths and Legends

1. 343: British Legends: Mr. Nice Knight

A knight learns that generosity for those in need is good. Generosity to the point where you're in a worse spot than those you're helping? Maybe it's time to make a budget. Also, why you should follow that very, very stinky man in the woods.The creature is the Hobyah! Despite their fun sounding name, they're horrible. Their victims, sadly, are not much better.---Amadas: https://myths.link/amadasThe Manatea: https://myths.link/manateaThe membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership---Sponso

Nov 15,2023 35:02

2. 342: Japanese folklore: Lord Long Legs

Lord Long Legs is a spider daimyo with ruthless mantis samurai. Sazaye has an impenetrable shell that will always keep him safe. An eel grilling couple discovers a secret in their midst. Three stories collide on this week's episode. The creature is why hydration might actually be hazardous to your health.---Sponsors:Uncommon Goods: Whoever you’re shopping for, Uncommon Goods knows exactly what they want. Find it here: https://UncommonGoods.com/legendsBombas: Give more this holiday in more ways t

Nov 08,2023 37:47

3. 341: Greek Mythology: The Huntress

What happens when you mix chastity, violence, and absolutely zero private baths? The history of the Olympian Artemis...and a whole lot of problems.The creature this week is the Heinzelmännchen, the little naked men who live in your walls.Nic Cage spoons: https://myths.link/spooonsDisclaimer: https://myths.link/341Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership---Sponsors:Indeed! Join more than 3 million businesses worldwide that use Indeed to hire great talent fast at https://Indeed.com/legen

Nov 01,2023 46:51

4. 340: Halloween: The Night that the Skeletons Came to Life

A Halloween story about the specter bridegroom. A bridegroom. Who's also a specter...and the bride who's actually really ok with that.The creature is a little piggy with soul. Your soul, to be exact.Disclaimer: https://myths.link/340Banana injector: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CPSCLSWMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership---Sponsor:Masterclass! Learn from the best to become your best, with MasterClass: https://masterclass.com/myths---Music:"Spring Migration" by Chad Crouch "Vik Fenc

Oct 25,2023 37:00

5. 339: Norse Legends, Part 2: Fjord of the Rings

The story of Frithiof and Ingeborg is rife with evil trolls, good trolls, sea witches, land witches, and how to move on when the tragedy of the past has changed you (into an actual troll).The creatures this week are Havman and Havfrue, Danish mer-people who might mer-der you or just give you a nice mer-ssage to relax. Mer.Sources: https://myths.link/339Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership---Sponsor:Simplisafe: Protect your whole home with SimpliSafe Home Security. There’s no safe l

Oct 18,2023 44:37

6. 338: Norse Legends, Part 1: Mr. Viking, the Viking

Viking is a Viking. His dad was either not very creative when it came to naming him, or had a very specific plan for his life. In his story we meet evil giants, awesome mythological dwarf dads, and the only Viking ball game that doesn't turn deadly...during the ball game. It kind of does immediately afterward, though.The creature is Hogboy! It's a barrow-wight, and it's actually way more terrifying than it sounds.---Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipCoddies: https://myths.link/co

Oct 11,2023 38:45

7. 337: Greek Mythology: The Oracle

For the god of healing, Apollo sure does a lot of the exact opposite. Born to a mother on the run from a giant snake, Apollo's life only gets more chaotic and destructive from there.The creature is Half-Chick! He might be only half a chicken, but he's 100% enema. Yes, you just read that correctly.Disclaimer: https://myths.link/337---Sponsor:Need to hire? You need Indeed! Start hiring now at https://Indeed.com/legends ---Music:"Unit 34" by Blue Dot Sessions"The Broker" by Blue Dot Sessions"Stephi

Oct 04,2023 51:51

8. 336: Monkey King: The Golden Cicada Bachelor

Xuanzang, the monk leading the Monkey King, Pigsy, and Sandy on their journey to the west doesn't want to get married. The city full of women who want to marry him don't really care.The creature is the Guyascutus, a deadly alligator. Imagine that. What an oddity.---Disclaimer: https://myths.link/336Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipNose Flute: https://myths.link/noseflute---Music:Mountain Road by Blue Dot SessionsWhen We Set Out by Blue Dot SessionsConstructivism by Chad CrouchLu

Sep 27,2023 39:28

9. 335: Indian folklore: Got Your Nose

Two stories from Indian folklore where we learn that you should always know your exact weight in mangos...because it might help you outrun those eight guys trying to murder you. Also, being a parent is difficult, especially when your clever ideas to punish your kids just make them more awesome.The creature is the Gulon, from Sweden. It'll turn you into farts.Membership! https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipShrimp neck pillow: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ABKKCTW---Sponsor:SimpliSafe Home Securi

Sep 20,2023 42:36

10. 334: Arabian folklore, part 2: The Enemy of my Enemy is my Enemy

The story of Fatima is a long one with many twists and turns. There are genies, evil wizards, massive battles, and a world-wide trek to make sure evil pays for its crimes, but at the center is Fatima, a woman who won't back down no matter the opposition, and who always stands for what she knows is right.The creature is a hairy naked man (another one!) but you actually might want to make this one your friend.---Disclaimer: https://www.mythpodcast.com/15951/334-arabian-folklore-part-2-the-enemy-of

Sep 13,2023 53:19

11. 333: Arabian folklore, part 1: Resolve

The epic story of Fatima, Dhat Al-Himma, the warrior woman, princess, mystic begins with the misadventures of her family line where they learn the perils of bad poetry, why you shouldn't marry genies, and it might be a bad thing to constantly rob your enemies when your bank account gets a little low. The creature is Grootslang, a snake with diamond eyes that maybe has an elephant best friend.---Disclaimer: https://myths.link/333---Sponsor:AG1: the daily Foundational Nutrition supplement that sup

Sep 06,2023 42:01

12. 332: Japanese folklore: Frog and Slug are Friends

Slug, frog, snake, shoot!You've heard of rock, paper, scissors, but have you heard of slug, frog, snake? That old man you're trying to rob who lives in the mountains by himself has. Hope you like everything being covered in slime.Apparently these characters were reimagined for the manga/anime Naruto, but I haven't seen Naruto, so please don't sue me, people who own Naruto.The creature is Jasconius. The island that will eat you.---LinksSource for today's show: https://myths.link/frogmagic Disclai

Aug 30,2023 44:24

13. 331: English Folklore: Bad Habits

Two stories from English folklore about the secrets we keep. The first is the story of the Monk of Leicester, Dan Hew, a man who has a few verses of poetry he wants to yell at the married women of the village. All the married women.Humphrey Kynaston likes to party and has made it his life's goal to spend all his dad's money, a goal he'll be able to check off his todo list sooner than he thinks because he's terrible with money.The creature is the Dobhar-Chu, a vicious otter who might just get his

Aug 23,2023 44:40

14. 330: Jewish Folklore: The Gilded Cage

Two stories from Yiddish folklore of taking a chance, making a change, going for a ride on a giant bird's wings, yelling at a classroom full of kids, and marrying a demon. Not necessarily in that order.The creature is the Piskie, from Cornwall. It's hopefully wearing clothing!Links!Grass sandals: https://myths.link/grassflop Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership---Sponsor:Peace of mind and all the tech. Before your next getaway, protect your home with SimpliSafe Home Security: https

Aug 16,2023 45:35

15. 329: Danish Folklore: Out of the Box

What would you do if you could have anything you could imagine, but it would cost you everything you have? That's not a choice Hans made, but one he was stuck with when his dad made a terrible deal for a wishing box.The creature is why you should help out that unfortunate stranger with their laundry (but not really)---Links:Washerwoman book bit: https://myths.link/washerwoman That condiment bottle: https://myths.link/condiment Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership---Sponsors:Canva f

Aug 09,2023 44:56

16. 328: Monkey King: Bullish

We're back in the story of the Monkey King with the Journey to the West, and we'll see Sun Wukong finally meet his match: a buffalo with a headband.The creature of the week is the yamachichi, a creepy dude who loves morning breath. And also killing you.---Links!The Yamachichi: https://yokai.com/yamachichi/The Journey to the West: https://myths.link/journeyMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipInstagram: https://instagram.com/mythsandlegends---Sponsor:Audible: Enjoy and discover audio

Jul 25,2023 41:07

17. 327-French Fairy Tales: Sister, Sister

The story of Finette Cendron is like a greatest hits of fairy tales. A tale of betrayal, sisters, ogres, bad poetry, and haircuts, we see three sisters brave the wilds and everything the fairy tale world can throw at them, to make things right.The creature is Cutty Soams! He'll cut your soams...if he's not a secret Scooby-Doo villain.---Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership Catpaw: https://myths.link/catpawDisclaimer: https://myths.link/327---Music:Alsace by Chad Crouch Evening Over

Jul 19,2023 43:30

18. 326-1001 Nights: Enough

Three brothers. One cousin...who they want to marry. It starts in a weird place this week. Three brothers are sent on a quest: the brother who brought back the strangest, coolest item would get to marry her.A story with magic carpets, genies, fairies, and a man who can wrap his mustache around his head, we learn the value of communication, understanding, and not having people murdered.The creature this week might not be a creature at all, but simply an elderly woman who doesn't want to be attack

Jul 12,2023 43:34

19. 325-Greek Myths: The Power of Love

Aphrodite is looking for love in all the wrong places. It's the story of where she came from, her side of her doomed marriage with Hephaestus, and how the love of her very, very long life was a tree baby.The creature is Buffardello, a small, bearded fairy from Italy with many, many weird hobbies.---Links:The Buffardello's Wikipedia page, translated from Italian: https://myths.link/buffardelloDisclaimer: https://myths.link/325---Sponsors:Find your outer peace in socks, underwear, and t-shirts fro

Jul 05,2023 43:57

20. 324-Samurai Legends: Violent Ends

Two young men: a wildman determined to collect 1000 swords from defeated samurai, and a displaced son of a clan leader, who had spent his childhood on the run. Together, these two would find their place in the world, and change it in the process. The creatures are the Keltémas and Kazna Peri, and they just might help you get rich...or lead you out into a snowstorm straight from the bath. -- The phone umbrella: https://myths.link/phonebrella Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership Crea

Jun 28,2023 49:01

21. 323-Knights of the Round Table: Ladies' Knight

The story of Erec and Enide from Arthurian Legend is a good illustration of why you should try to work out your problems as a couple with empathy, understanding, and communication...and not through a deadly quest filled with pointless, brutal combat.The creatures are the Elephant Men, the strange visitors you get when you're drinking whiskey with friends down by the river.* * *Disclaimer: https://myths.link/323Myths and Legends membership https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipBook by the person

Jun 21,2023 51:11

22. 322-Norwegian Folklore: Ask Dad

Just ask dad Two Norwegian tales of asking dad. All seven of them. Who live in the same house. Or might not have a house to go back to, depending on the story. The creature is the orc! It is both different from the Lord of the Rings orc and very currently a problem! * * * Storage Soles: https://myths.link/storagesolesMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership Billy B's version of the Orc: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orc_(Blake)If you're on Mastodon, come say hi: https://weiser.social

Jun 14,2023 34:55

23. 321B-Viking Legends: The Peacemaker

On his quest to help princess Ingigerd, Hrolf has become enslaved by the wily William, a con man who wants to be a prince. This episode, they'll come face-to-face with ghost kings, giant walruses, mythological dwarves, and the evil wizard that took down an entire kingdom.The creature is Biron (びろ～ん)! He's a little gross and weird!--Biron: https://yokai.com/biron/Disclaimer: https://myths.link/321b--Music:"Our Ears, Deceivers" by Blue Dot Sessions"Elegant Weasel" by Blue Dot Sessions"PlainGrey" b

Jun 07,2023 58:55

24. 321A-Viking Legends: Mostly Harmless

This week, it's the Saga of Göngu-Hrolf, from Icelandic folklore. It starts with a king getting one, solitary, five-foot-long, apparently super attractive hair wrapped in a scarf...and only gets better from there. There are evil wizards belching (yes, belching) fire and poison, somber Vikings getting conned, and a deadly honeypot zombie trap for any heroes who might try to be heroes. It's a fun one. The creature is the Nunui, and you'll see why you want to wear shoes when gardening. Chicken arm

May 31,2023 38:37

25. 320B-Popol Vuh: The Boys

The hero twins will rise......and then fall. The underworld calls, and the monsters of their past comes back to haunt them. The creature is the Obda, from Mari folklore. Yet another hairy naked man who lives in the forest. Who want to tickle you. Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipAlligator (warning, skinned alligator): https://myths.link/alligator * * * Sponsor: Canva: Collaborate with Canva for Teams! https://canva.me/myths * * *Music: "Caveman" by Blue Dot Sessions"Pickers"

May 24,2023 43:23

26. 320A-Popol Vuh: Origin Story

In the beginning, the gods apparently had an undo button. And angry tortilla griddles that took out the first humans. Today, it's the beginning of the beginning in the Popol Vuh. We'll meet a macaw who thinks he's the son, a metal band lineup of underworld beings, and see the birth of the hero twins, who are destined to go up against the batman* *not that batman The creature is the Snallygaster, the answer to the age-old question of what happens when a Cthulhu bird gets drunk?* * * Links! An exc

May 17,2023 38:25

27. 319-Indian folklore: Tricks and Illusions

Can you beat fate?Subramanya has learned something terrible about two people who are practically siblings to him. Can he use his deep wisdom to beat the life that's laid out before them?The creature is maneki-neko, the waving cat, and we'll see how cats can be very lucky...if they can be bothered to help you in the first place.--Links!Disclaimer: https://myths.link/319Source: https://myths.link/fatePooping clock: https://myths.link/sandclockMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Spo

May 10,2023 42:36

28. 318-Greek Mythology: Sad Lad

Hephaestus has his dayWho is the smith god of Olympus? Why is he married to Aphrodite, and why can't he catch a break? This week, it's all about Hephaestus and his journey of self discovery where he (hopefully) doesn't fall off a mountain. Again.The creature is the Sea Hare. It's a hare that lives in the sea and also is relentlessly vicious.* * *LinksThat disclaimer: https://myths.link/318Membership, anyone? https://mythpodcast.com/membership* * *SponsorsOlive and June: Salon-worthy nails at hom

May 03,2023 46:40

29. 317-Monkey King: Make it Rain

We're back in the story of the Monkey King, and monkey finds a noble new calling: freeing enslaved monks. Does this noble calling include the ignoble murdering of his enemies and/or tricking them into drinking his urine? Yes. Yes it does. The creature is the Stcemqestcint, the stinky naked man watching you in the forest. * * *Extended cut and other membership stuff: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership I can't remember if I've mentioned this, but a PHENOMENAL source of the complete Monkey Kin

Apr 26,2023 43:44

30. 316-French Fairy Tales: Right Meow

What happens when you see something you can't live without? A thing you desire so strongly that you can't stop thinking about it. Do you give up everything to try to get it? Maybe? But if what you're willing to give up is your child and the thing you desire is fruit from the garden...maybe rethink your priorities. It's the story of "The White Cat" by Madame d'Aulnoy, and in addition to questionable parenting, there are quests, dwarves that are just doing their job, evil fairies, and cat ballet.

Apr 19,2023 44:28

31. 315-Korean folklore: Mountain Magic

A story from Korean folklore about friendship, kindness, moving on, and why magicians are terrible actors. The creature is the Silver Lake Serpent, and it's not actually in Silver Lake, near Perry, NY, but hanging out in a nearby hotel. Links: Allll the stuff about the Silver Lake Serpent: https://myths.link/315Want ridiculous villains? Because this is how you get ridiculous villains: https://villains.lol * * *Sponsors: Simplisafe! Customize the perfect system for your home in just a few minut

Apr 12,2023 38:45

32. 314-Greek Myth: Baby Steps

The story from Greek mythology of how Hermes became an Olympian by killing a turtle and eating some barbecue.The creatures are the heikegani (平家蟹), that angry crab that might just be a deceased samurai who has waited at the bottom of the sea for centuries...to snap at your toes a little.Best of the Worst! https://villains.lolEverything becomes a crab: https://myths.link/crabsThe show post with the disclaimer and crab pictures: https://myths.link/314* * * Sponsor:Indeed: Attract, Interview, and H

Apr 05,2023 36:47

33. 313B-1001 Nights: Night Shift

We wrap of the stories of the dervishes (and the mysterious visitors to the party who are DEFINITELY NOT the caliph and Jafar) and then the hostess and her sisters find the tables have turned...because, yes of course, they have been threatening the life of their ruler, but more because...why were they beating those dogs and weeping?? The creature is Napf-Hans! A German version of the butter cat who is neither butter nor cat...but who loves cake and beer. Squirrel underpants! https://myths.link/

Mar 29,2023 43:04

34. 313A-1001 Nights: Party Down

A party no one can speak of under threat of death. Genie fights, wizard battles, and grocery shopping. Yes, we're back in One Thousand and One Nights. The creature is haakapainizi, a folksy grasshopper! Who is also a cannibal! The membership! https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership The Best of the Worst! https://villains.lol/listen Tiny Lobster Hands! https://myths.link/lobsterhands * * *Sponsors: Athletic Greens: AG1 by Athletic Greens is an easier way to take supplements. https://athleticgre

Mar 22,2023 36:08

35. 312-Norwegian Folklore: Let's Dance

A Norwegian tale about why you should pay your employees a living wage (or at least not beat them and try to have them executed), or else you could end up in a never-ending dance party. The creature is why you should avoid home improvement projects like the plague...because you could be literally plagued with wood and earth imps. Membership! Want ad-free and bonus episodes? Check out Myths and Legends Plus in Apple Podcasts or go to https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership Best of the Worst! Check

Mar 15,2023 39:37

36. 311-Samurai: Lost and Found

A Ronin (a masterless samurai) goes on a quest to find a stolen sword and restore the honor of his family's name, but, when it comes to pushing the limits of what is right in order to see his mission through, how far is too far? The creature is Rübezahl, a turnip counter, and we'll see why you shouldn't trust people who love vegetables. Best of the Worst! https://villains.lol/listen/ The disclaimer and source: https://myths.link/311 ---Sponsors: Rocket Money: Stop throwing money away. Cancel un

Mar 08,2023 51:33

37. 310-Norse Sagas: The Maiden King

The story of Sigrgarthr and the Maiden King, from Icelandic folklore has Viking male models, ruthless princesses, people shoving metal down their pants to make unbeatable weapons, dragons, trolls, witches, and monsters. There's a lot going on this week. The creature this week is the Pope Lick Monster, who shows that the most dangerous thing of all is our own superstition. And also being hit by trains. Show post and article: https://myths.link/310Best of the Worst is back! https://villains.lol/li

Mar 01,2023 46:17

38. 309-Scandinavian Folklore: The Enemy of my Enemy

This week, there are three stories of people bargaining: with the devil, with that angry lady who owns too many cats, and with...rocks, and we'll see that the person you need...might be the one you least suspect. The creature this week is a forest creature who won't lope lazily past your out-of-focus camera...because he'll fly past. He's Batsquatch! Show post and Batsquatch article: https://myths.link/309Best of the Worst is back! https://villains.lol/listen --Sponsors:PIA VPN: An awesome, supe

Feb 22,2023 38:53

39. 308-Tricksters: Food Chain

Stories of tricksters from the folklore of the Hopi, Northern Pueblo, and Algonquin people. Coyote makes an enemy when he steals Fox's best friend...and eats him. We meet Rabbit Boy and learn how to get a free ride from your worst enemy. Then, we see how that guy who keeps trying to bite your tail off...might not be your friend?--Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipAssorted insects: https://myths.link/insectassortment--Sponsors:Babbel: https://babbel.com/myths for up to 55% off you

Feb 15,2023 41:07

40. 307-Dragons: Pie Hard

The story of why, no matter how good of an idea it sounds like after a few drinks, you shouldn't steal church bells and drop them into a nearby pond. You might awaken an ancient evil. Because of course you will. This is the tale of the Knucker.The creature this week is Bunny Man! He throws axes at cars!--The post with the disclaimer and pictures and all that: https://myths.link/307Crayfish: https://myths.link/crayThe membership! https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:Indeed! Visit http

Feb 08,2023 35:12

41. 306-Latin American Folklore: Payback

Two stories from Latin America folklore about people (and animals?) getting payback. The first is a story about why you shouldn't bite strangers. The second is about a man who can make the dead rise...but for a small fee will make sure that they stop.The creature is the magician's monster from Castle Frankenstein, a living lesson of why you shouldn't brag about your elixir of life and then die a year later.--Cat Butt Key Caps: https://myths.link/catbuttcaps--Music:"Drama Queen" by Podington Bear

Feb 01,2023 35:43

42. 305-Turkish Folklore: Angry Bird

The story of the Bird of Sorrow, from Turkish folklore, has love, loss, gratitude, people messing up coffeehouses, genie girlfriends, and elaborate pranks involving not being able to take off your pants. It's a big week.The creature is the neugle, a handsome little horse that gives Lil' Sebastian a run for his money.--Music:"Among the Reeds" by Podington Bear"Caprese" by Blue Dot Sessions"Chel Taza" by Blue Dot Sessions"Enter on Bull Lake" by Podington Bear"Nesting" by Podington Bear"Confluence"

Jan 25,2023 36:26

43. 304-Celtic Folklore: Among Us

Two stories from Celtic folklore of the things that lurk among us: witches that live in our home town, trolls that hold dance parties on the frozen wastes, and tiny, 1000-year-old fairy creatures who are buying drinks after work.The creature this week is the Giant of Smeeth, who would really like you to watch your language, please.***Slight correction***I mention that it is 9th century Scotland in the first story. It's...probably not? The stories are just kind of vaguely Medieval or Early Modern

Jan 18,2023 37:42

44. 303-Japanese Folklore: Rice and Means

Two stories from Japan about samurai (and wannabe samurai) following their dreams. Too bad it takes fights with giant creatures and a little bit of murder to do so.The creature this time is ao nyōbō, and she doesn't want you to stop by her beautiful, horribly dilapidated mansion.--Creature page: https://yokai.com/aonyoubou/Fart spray: https://myths.link/ohfartsMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:BOMBAS! https://bombas.com/legends with code LEGENDS at checkout for 20% off

Jan 11,2023 41:53

45. 302-Jewish Folklore: Losing Hares

This week, we learn where you shouldn't kiss a rabbit (it's exactly where you think), and how a dance party can save a city. The creature is B.O.B., the Beast of Blattenboro, and he's here to do two things: exsanguinate dogs and scare people...and there is a lot of dog blood to suck and people to scare, so it's going to be around for a while.--Links! Links here! Get your links!Creepy baby hand candles: https://myths.link/babyhandlesThe Beast of Blattenboro newspaper article: https://myths.link/3

Jan 04,2023 35:11

46. 301-Japanese Folklore: After Sundown

The story of a family and the monsters that hunt them. The twist? These are monsters that they might know better than they realize.The creature is snow snake! It's a snake that lives in the snow, and if you're thinking, "that's ridiculous, snakes are cold blooded!" Well, while you were thinking about that it bit you and you died. Congrats.--Links!Reuter's fact-check on Snow Snakes (2021): https://myths.link/snowsnakesreutersSnopes on Snow Snakes (2014): https://myths.link/snowsnakessnopesSupport

Dec 28,2022 19:26

47. 300-Norse Christmas: A Slaying Song Tonight

An abbot spends Christmas surrounded by outlaws in the dark forest, so he can listen to mysterious, otherworldly music. A farm has a fun Christmas tradition where employees end up dead on Christmas morning. It must be the holidays in Swedish and Icelandic folklore.The creature is draugr of the sea, Norse sea zombies, who are going to get in the way of your holiday mead run.--Like ad-free and bonus episodes? You'd like the Myths and Legends membership, here (https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership

Dec 21,2022 44:13

48. 299-Korean Folklore: Long Con

The spies are coming. Governor Sim has gone too far and earned the attention of the king, who's sending people to see what's going on in Sim's district. The only thing? Sim is four steps ahead of the king and those spies don't know what they're walking into.The creature is Western Europe's first vampire! And why you want to avoid mixing sorcery with your home improvement projects!--Links!Say hi on Instagram? https://instagram.com/mythsandlegendsNew episode of Scoundrel out today! https://myths.l

Dec 14,2022 42:52

49. 298-Finnish Folklore: Footsteps in the Dark

A home improvement project 800 years in the making that includes way too many wolves, rat parts, and beards. It's the story of the Tomten of Åbo Castle, from Finnish folklore.The creatures are women with varying degrees of faces from British folklore. The one thing they have in common? Drunk, possibly concussed guys are the only people that have seen them.--Åbo/Turku Castle tour Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPSIBVQ8p3EMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipCrazy Cat

Dec 07,2022 45:44

50. 297-Monkey King: Up in Smoke

We're back in the story of the Monkey King as he and the crew continues their journey to the west. Xanzang, the monk, of course gets captured again, but this time, it's by the son of an old friend of Monkey's from back in his pillaging days! He figures things should go well. Because, of course, there is nothing children love more than being bossed around.The creature is the L'esak, and it's why you shouldn't eat that delicious road bread, no matter how good it looks.--Myths and Legends on Instag

Nov 30,2022 47:42

51. 296B-Roman/Greek myths: Should I Bray or Should I Go?

Lucius has been turned into a donkey after using the wrong body lotion. Then, he was kidnapped by bandits. Things are about to get a whole lot worse for Lucius.The creature is the Korori (虎狼狸), who offers a new way to feel better after you get sick.--Links!Shop: https://shop.bardic.fmDisclaimer: https://myths.link/296bSource one for creature of the week: https://yokai.com/korouri/Source two for creature of the week: https://uncannyjapan.com/podcast/korori/--Music:"Taoudella" by Blue Dot Sessions

Nov 23,2022 47:12

52. 296A-Greek Myths: To Bewitch or Not to Bewitch

Lucius’s lifelong dream, as of ten minutes ago, is learning how to do sorcery. Luckily, he’s not only in a city crawling with witches who are slicing bits off people’s faces to do their magic and bringing wineskins to life, but his hostess is a sorceress herself, and all he has to do is catch her in the act.The creature is the Lizard Man, lover of sinking his claws into cars…and his teeth into some Filet-o-Fish sandwiches.—Disclaimer: https://myths.link/296Scoundrel: https://myths.link/scoundrel

Nov 16,2022 40:05

53. 295-1001 Nights: What's in the Box?

The story of a merchant gets lost ducking out early from a funeral and who ends up sleeping in a graveyard…and that’s somehow the least scary thing that happens to him that year.The creature is the Sirin, and they’ll only sing for you if you’re super happy and harmonious. So, kind of never.—Disclaimer: https://myths.link/295Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipCome say hi on Mastodon if that's your thing: https://mastodon.social/@myths—Music:"Millworm" by Blue Dot Sessions"Caravan"

Nov 09,2022 41:05

54. 294-West African Folklore: Spirited Away

The story of Moremi Ajasoro from modern-day Nigeria has love, loss, and, of course, evil forest monsters.The creature is the Van Meter Visitor, a dinosaur that was apparently stinking up the Old West.--The newspaper article for the creature and the disclaimer: https://myths.link/294

Nov 02,2022 38:49

55. 293-Hans Christian Andersen: The Little Things

Two stories, two small things making enormous problems. We have "The Princess and the Pea" and "The Red Shoes". For two stories about young women learning and growing, they contain kind of a lot of dismemberment.The creature is Striga! And she's the reason to put on that extra loaf of garlic bread and leave pig bones all over church.--Disclaimer: https://myths.link/293Fictional! https://www.fictional.fm/subscribe. New episode comes out Thursday 10/27--Music:"Celestial Navigation" by Blue Dot Ses

Oct 26,2022 39:50

56. 292-Germanic Legends: Dwarf Fortress

Magic swords, Viking legends, dwarves, ice queens, and enchanted rose gardens, this story of Dietrich of Bern and the Dwarf King Laurin has a bit of everything.The creature this week is the Samodivi, the reason why you should be going out to the club each night.--Scoundrel! New episode of Scoundrel out about Black Bart, the Gentleman Outlaw. Check it out at https://myths.link/scoundrel--Music:"Lead Shroud" by Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership

Oct 19,2022 54:16

57. 291-Japanese Folklore: The Monsters

Three stories of monsters from Japan. We have a tanuki, the monsters that lurk in the civilized places, and monsters that might be under your home right now. The creature is a decapitated man who loves hugs.--Scoundrel! https://myths.link/scoundrel--Sponsors:Indeed: Start hiring now at http://Indeed.com/LEGENDSSimpliSafe: Get a free indoor security camera plus 20% off with Interactive Monitoring at http://SimpliSafe.com/LEGENDSBest Fiends: Download for free from the App Store or Google Play. Plu

Oct 12,2022 46:25

58. 290-Indian Folklore: Hiss and Make Up

A story from Kashmir folklore about love, marriage, and murder. Kind of a lot of all those things, actually.The creature is a Jaculus, the snake that will kill you with kindness. And its sharp javelin head.--New Scoundrel out today! https://myths.link/scoundrelPickle Bath Salt: https://myths.link/picklebathsalt--Sponsors: Bombas: Get 20% off your first purchase at http://Bombas.com/legendsFaherty: Get 15% off with code MYTHS at http://FahertyBrand.com/myths Support the show: https://www.mythpodc

Oct 05,2022 38:18

59. 289-Viking Sagas: Half the Man

The story of Half's Heroes, from the Icelandic Sagas. If you don't like being burned alive...and also do absolutely nothing to avoid the completely avoidable fate of being burned alive...can you even call yourself a man?The creature this week is the Ubigabi (姥ヶ火), the flaming head that's barreling toward you in the night.--Sponsors:Best Fiends: Connect with us on Best Fiends with Friend Code: 2829841Shopify: Sign up for a FREE trial at http://shopify.com/legends (all lowercase!)Helix Sleep: Get

Sep 28,2022 38:27

60. 288-Viking Sagas: The Pillage People

The Saga of Half and His Heroes from Icelandic folklore starts with Odin spitting in a family's ale and only gets stranger from there.The creatures are the Ellyllon, the flower glove wearing, grocery-store-visting, fungus eaters.--Links!Scoundrel! https://myths.link/scoundrelThat comic book villain podcast we have: https://www.nextpod.com/botwThe shocking potato thing: https://myths.link/potato--Sponsors:Bombas: Get 20% off your first purchase at http://Bombas.com/legendsBest Fiends: Download Be

Sep 21,2022 38:07

61. GOOD CULT IS AVAILABLE NOW!

Good Cult is an investigative podcast about the dark corners of the New Age self-help movements and the American counterculture. In season one, host River Donaghey will explore his family's group therapy cult to unpack the strange history of the Human Potential Movement, and try to understand how a violent self-help seminar in the 1980s evolved into a global phenomenon, which would capture his own family decades later.Apple Podcasts: https://.com/us/podcast/good-cult/id1643228328Spotify: https:

Sep 14,2022 08:18

62. 287-Korean Legends: Sob Story

This week, it's the story of Stupid Ondal and the Princess Pyeonggang, where we see that it's Pyeonggang's birthday, and she can cry if she wants to. Oh, it's the next birthday, and she's still crying? Wait, three years down the road, and she hasn't stopped. Should someone find out what's wrong? The king just wants to threaten her with marriage to a guy he sees as terrible? Yeah, this should end well.The creature is Lazy Laurence. He guards apple orchards. And also doesn't mind a little backwash

Sep 14,2022 37:14

63. 286-Japanese folklore: Cat Dad

Tokutarō is not going to be tricked by fox monsters. He's just not. Also, a dad has a big problem with the new pet cat.Two stories from Japan about things not being what they seem (or things being exactly what they seem).--New Scoundrel out this week! Some of the most famous paintings in the world are now publicly visible only because a woman tried to have her own son murdered! https://myths.link/scoundrelThat disclaimer: https://myths.link/286--Sponsor:June's Journey! Check it out on the App St

Sep 07,2022 39:56

64. 285-Romanian Folklore: Grin and Bear It

The story of Harap Alb (Povestea lui Harap Alb) from Romanian folklore has it all. Like, it really does try to jam as many fairy tale tropes in as possible, but it actually works. It's a fun story with a little bit of everything. Oh, and talking lettuce.The creature is the Iwana bōzu (岩魚坊主) a priest who loves fish and has a seeeeecrettttt.--Sponsors:Indeed: Visit http://indeed.com/legends to start hiring now!Best Fiends: Check it out on the App Store or Google Play!--Music:"Quindi Cavern" by Blu

Aug 31,2022 41:44

65. 284-Grimm: To the Point

I mean, if you style your beard to a point so that it looks like an enormous bird's beak, you can't really fault an insult comedy pro princess for taking some shots at it. It's "King Thrushbeard" by the Grimm brothers.The creature is a giant whose career path involves working for kings, hermits, and, oh yeah, the devil.--Get your links. Hot and fresh.Scoundrel. Learn how two sisters in the 1800s were inadvertently responsible for John Edwards and Miss Cleo. https://myths.link/scoundrelMembership

Aug 24,2022 34:24

66. 283B-Indian Folklore: To the Victor

We see if Victor can come out on top using the power of stories…for murder?The creature is a tiny fish with fingers and teeth!—Disclaimer/mermaid: https://myths.link/283bMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership—SponsorsShipstation: Free 60-day trial at http://ShipStation.com, click on the microphone at the top of the page and type in MYTHSIndeed: $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at http://Indeed.com/LEGENDSBest Fiends: Friend us with code 2829841Canva: Free 45-day exte

Aug 17,2022 41:26

67. 283A-Indian Folklore: King of the Jungle

What happens when a lion and his prey become best friends? Or when a monkey starts messing around on a worksite? Or a weaver pretends to be a god to woo a princess? The Panchatantra happens. An eclectic, free-flowing anthology of short, funny, sometimes brutal stories that are meant to teach people wisdom...but might all be part of a long-con to gain control of a kingdom.The creature is the Nasnas, and he is very bad at hide and seek. And will also melt your flesh.--Links!An English version of t

Aug 10,2022 35:01

68. 282-Gawain: All Knight Long

King Arthur and his best knight, Sir Gawain, have to answer the age-old question: what do women want? Oh, and if King Arthur doesn't find the definitive answer within a year, he'll be executed. Hijinks ensue.The creature is Nalusa Falaya, an evil porcupine who will turn you into an unwitting sleeper agent against your own family.--The Salt Shooter: https://myths.link/saltshooterThe membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:Bombas! Get 20% off your first purchase: http://Bombas

Aug 03,2022 35:52

69. 281-Grimm: Beyond the Grave

Two stories from the Grimm brothers with people going beyond death. On the first, it's a prince and princess who find love...after they swear a terrible and toxic oath to one another. On the second, if your guest sees ghost children in your house, maybe you should listen to them?The creature is the Leyak, a witch who likes munching on some human entrails and turning into a monkey with golden teeth.--Scoundrel: If someone offers you a miracle tonic that's literally just heavily irradiated bottled

Jul 27,2022 36:45

70. 280-Korean Folklore: Family Matters

Three stories from Korean folklore about family with terrible frog sons, angry imps beating guys with sticks until their arms get tired, and a mayor who just doesn't know when to quit.The creature is the Leanhaum-Shee, and if someone wants to set you up on a date with an invisible person...maybe pass. And also run away as quickly as possible.--Links!Disclaimer: https://myths.link/280Scoundrel: https://myths.link/scoundrel--Sponsors:Simplisafe: Go to http://simplisafe.com/legends and claim a free

Jul 20,2022 46:16

71. 279-Norse Sagas: Prince Ali

The story of Spotted Ali, from the Icelandic sagas, has werewolves, ogre battles, and witch curses. It also has parents doing the right thing (and then the wrong thing for way too much cash), enemies becoming friends if they can keep on doing enemy stuff, and why you should always be polite to people who help you out: you don't know which ones might be actual trolls.The creature this week is the Kibaan, a chill hairy guy who will play music for you...providing you don't try to steal his child.--

Jul 13,2022 45:39

72. 278-Oscar Wilde: Skyrockets in Flight

Two literary fairy tales from Irish writer Oscar Wilde. On the first, we'll see that even fireworks need spa days. Is that what wallowing in the mud with animals is? Probably, right?On the second, it's a story of love. Cynical, brutal love.The creature is the Joseung Saja (저승 사자), a dapper grim reaper who's all business.--Disclaimer: https://myths.link/278--Sponsors:June's Journey: download June’s Journey today! Available on Android and iOS mobile devices, as well as on PC through Facebook Games

Jul 06,2022 34:29

73. 277-1001 Nights: Kiss the Cook

The story of the cook and the warlock, from 1001 Nights, where you see how a hot tub can change your entire life's course.The creature is the Murghi-i-adami, a buff peacock with a lot to say.--Disclaimer & vizier bit: https://myths.link/277Scoundrel! Check out the worst (as in least talented) counterfeiter in US history: https://myths.link/scoundrel--Sponsors:Check out June's Journey on the Apple App Store or Google Play!Helix Sleep: Go to http://helixsleep.com/myths for up to $200 off all mattr

Jun 29,2022 37:31

74. 276-Swiss Horror: Along Came a Spider

An adaptation of a Swiss horror novella "The Black Spider" by author Jeremias Gotthelf (AKA Albert Bitzius), about a town with a knight problem, so they make a deal with a very suspicious man to help them in their time of need.The creature is the Kanbari nyūdō, that creepy hairy guy watching you go to the bathroom on New Year's Eve.--The disclaimer: https://myths.link/276--Music:All music by Blue Dot Sessions--Sponsors:BOMBAS: Suuuuper comfortable everything. Check it out and get 20% off your fi

Jun 22,2022 53:25

75. 275-Tibetan Folklore: Free Bird

A prince, chased by seven evil wizard roommates, seeks help from a hermit. This leads him on a journey of discovery that entails ghosts, mythological creature kidnapping, and many, many blisters.The creature is the Lioumere, and you'll see that clowns aren't just for children's birthday parties! They're also for doing dental work on dangerous ogresses. --The strange, sad life of Bernarr Macfadden: https://myths.link/scoundrel--Sponsors:Indeed: Go to http://indeed.com/legends to claim your $75 sp

Jun 15,2022 44:39

76. 274-European Folklore: Murky

Two stories from Eastern Europe where we see why mythological water monsters aren't a great way to discipline your kids. On the second, if a wizard is mumbling something outside your house, you're in for a bad time unless you talk to a witch.The creatures are the Devil's Dandy Dogs! They're not dandy, not the devil's, and they're barely dogs!--Disclaimer: https://myths.link/274Newts! The new PRX podcast I mentioned that has the Vodník, the Czech water monster in the first story. If you want to c

Jun 08,2022 40:00

77. 273-Robin Hood: The Good Thief

You would think, if you're the most wanted person in Britain, you would probably want to lie low for a little while and think that the all-too-happy-to-get-kidnapped abbot with the big bags of gold strolling through Sherwood forest might be an obvious trap.The creature is why you don't want to eat a big meal and then go into battle.--Links!Scoundrel! Check out the story of Sarah Wilson: https://myths.link/scoundrelOur membership! It still exists! https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:

Jun 01,2022 44:52

78. VIGILANTE IS AVAILABLE NOW!

Tim Miller is a famous search-and-rescuer in Dickinson, Texas, who's helped track down more than 300 missing persons. After 38 years of searching, he’s now convinced that he’s finally solved his own daughter’s murder. In the first season of VIGILANTE, Allie Conti (New York Times, Vice) explores the human cost of Tim’s singular obsession with the case—from the people he’s falsely accused in the past, to the current girlfriend he’s put in the crosshairs o

May 26,2022 05:04

79. 272-Egyptian Folklore: Imposter

The story of a young man who decided that he would do anything to live the life of his dreams...but how far is too far?The creature is the Minata-Karaia, basically ents who snack on their armpit fruit.--Mitos y Leyendas: https://myths.link/mitosBest of the Worst, another show we have that's basically creature of the week but with comic book villains: https://myths.link/botwFictional is back, too! https://fictional.fm/subscribe--Sponsors:Best Fiends! Check it out on the App Store or Google Play,

May 25,2022 35:54

80. New Podcast: Myths and Legends, now in Spanish!

Sonoro and Nextpod (that’s Jason and Carissa Weiser!) present Mitos y Leyendas. The acclaimed podcast about mythology and worldwide folklore, now in Spanish. Listen, learn, and subscribe today on your favorite podcast platform to catch all the episodes every week. Available now!To listen directly on Apple Podcasts: https://play.sonoropodcast.com/LFm7oyx7 Nextpod.com Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 23,2022 07:50

81. 271-Korean folklore: A Friend in Need

Three stories of people helping people from Korea, including helpful monsters, deadly Pictionary, and why you should shove strangers down hills.The creature is the Glashtin, a creature with sticky hands, but in the murdery way and not the stealy way or ice creamy way.--Sonoro and Nextpod (that's us!) present Mitos y Leyendas. It's this podcast, now in Spanish! Listen to the trailer and first TWO episodes now: https://play.sonoropodcast.com/LFm7oyx7 Check out this week's all-new Scoundrel: https:

May 18,2022 33:17

82. 270-Greek Myths: Cloud Cuckoo Land

This week, Olympus will fall. The reign of the Greek gods will come to an ignoble end to an enemy that has been lurking in the shadows the whole time. Hear how it all goes down in this definitely serious story about how the rule of the Olympians was usurped by something you see every day.The creature is the Kickle Snifter! The reason why you should wash your beard! Or don't because who doesn't enjoy having a semi-parasitic friend around all the time?--Links! That disclaimer: https://myths.link/2

May 11,2022 42:28

83. 269-Hans Christian Andersen: What We Do With the Shadows

A story from Hans Christian Andersen about becoming your best self…after that self completely separates from you and leaves you as merely a shadow.The creature this time is the invincible bear monster your ghost grandpa warned you about.—Scoundrel: All new this week! https://myths.link/scoundrelFictional: All new tomorrow! https://fictional.fm/subscribe—Sponsors:BOMBAS: Suuuuper comfortable everything. Check it out and get 20% off your first purchase. http://bombas.com/legendsJune’s Journey: Get

May 04,2022 39:25

84. 268-Viking Legends: Hride or Die

Two stories from Norse myth. The first is about how you should just be you, even if people think you're a fool for doing so...actually, kind of especially if people think you are a fool for doing so.The second is about why you shouldn't go to the bathroom alone at night: Norse toilet zombies.The creature is the Mimick Dog, a dog that will mimic you and maybe put on plays.--Sherlock Holmes on Fictional! https://fictional.fm/subscribeBest of the Worst, our twice-weekly mini-cast with ridiculous su

Apr 27,2022 39:24

85. 267-Dragons: The Horse and his Boy

A story of believing in yourself and finding your own way in the world...by imitating Pokemon and Hodor and wearing flashy suits from your best friend's stone safehouse. From a story from what's now Czech Republic and Slovakia, called "Prince Bayaya."Coming to a garden near you, the creature is the Jidra, from Medieval Europe. You might think you're a fantastic gardener, what with growing a plant bigger than you are...but you might rethink that when the plant tries to eat you.--Links!Scoundrel:

Apr 20,2022 33:46

86. 266-1001 Nights: Good Night and Good Luck

A story from One Thousand and One Nights of an incompetent dude, a genie that's more than happy to be used for evil, and how the best legal outcome is one that involves free honey cakes. This is also where we wrap up the framing narrative, and we see if Scheherazade's gambit, of keeping herself alive by telling her husband stories every night for the past 989 days, finally pays off.The creature is Irusan, the Irish king of the cats, and he is tired of listening to your terrible poetry.--Links!Be

Apr 13,2022 45:55

87. 265-Monkey King: Out of Your Gourd

A super-powered monkey from Chinese folklore meets more than he bargained for: a sloshing hollow gourd full of pus.The creature is the Mikaribaba (箕借り婆) from Japanese folklore, a great reason not to shower (because she will literally gouge out your eyes).--Scoundrel! New episode of Scoundrel this week. Check it out: https://myths.link/scoundrelNew episodes of Best of the Worst out, too. They're a lot of fun. https://myths.link/botw--Sponsors:Headspace: Go to http://headspace.com/legends and get

Apr 06,2022 54:02

88. 264-Korean folklore: On the Mountainside

Five stories from Korean folklore all woven together to tell a grand narrative of the lives of normal people (and animals...and trees) on a mountainside in medieval Korea.The creature is the Iara, from Brazil, a vampire mermaid who isn't thrilled to be a vampire mermaid but hey, it was the best her fish friends could do for her a the time.--Best of the Worst! Check out our (other other) new podcast where we tell funny vignettes of ridiculous heroes and villains from comic book history. Check it

Mar 30,2022 34:44

89. 263-Celtic Folklore: You Can't Take it With You

Three stories of things worth more than gold from Slavic, Celtic, and Chinese folklore. Also, why you shouldn't eat gold (it will literally kill you), why you should dig into that road cake early on, and why you should remember where you put stuff before getting the authorities involved.The creature is a cow's stomach with bone melting eyes! Who hates it when evil barons are evil!--New Scoundrel out this week! Check it out at https://myths.link/scoundrelNew Fictional out tomorrow! Check it out a

Mar 23,2022 39:43

90. 262-Japanese Folklore: Fatal Attraction

Three stories from Japan about love gone wrong. On the first, the fairest youth in all the land is set to marry the daughter of a rich noble. The problem? His father kind of oversold his looks... On the second, we'll see why moths and other nighttime bugs go toward the light, and on the third, a lovelorn samurai meets a woman from his past he thought was long gone.The creature just wants you to chill out and stop trying to kill its friends...or else it will make you swell up in horrifying and pa

Mar 16,2022 41:09

91. 261-Jewish Folklore: Mirror, Mirror

Two stories of King David's magic mirror. One actually involves a folklore version of the Biblical king facing off against an enemy from his past...and maybe turning into a balloon? The second involves a rabbi, a murderous sorcerer, and a magic battle dinner party.The creature is what happens when you stay too long as a vampire. You turn into what's basically an angry George Costanza with seven goat tails.--Links!Scoundrel (new episode out today!): https://myths.link/scoundrelFictional (new epis

Mar 09,2022 36:32

92. 260-Norse Sagas: Norse Code

Heidrek the wise...was not actually all that wise. He took ownership of a cursed sword for one. He also got in a riddle battle with Odin, which is never a good idea. In fact, if you want to be wise, it might be a good idea to just look at Heidrek's life, and do the opposite.The creature is the Kaibaan, and he's that guy hanging out with his guitar on the quad trying to meet girls. You can spot him because he's the size of a human baby.--Links!Fictional is back! https://www.fictional.fm/subscribe

Mar 02,2022 43:35

93. WE HAVE A NEW PODCAST! SCOUNDREL: HISTORY'S FORGOTTEN VILLAINS IS AVAILABLE NOW!

From Jason and Carissa Weiser, the hosts of Myths and Legends, comes Scoundrel: History's Forgotten Villains. History consists of heroes and villains (and, I suppose everything in between)... but it's usually the villains who are the most interesting: Their flaws, their quirks, the voids in their hearts that force them to do the unthinkable. These are the characters that fascinate us, that pull us in, that compel us to watch and don’t let us look away. And these are the characters that Scoundrel

Feb 23,2022 13:39

94. 259-Egyptian Folklore: Butter

NEW SHOW NEW SHOW!We have a new show out. We've partnered with Kast media to make a history podcast called Scoundrel: History's Forgotten Villains. Carissa and I host it and we really think you'll love it. Please check it out here: https://myths.link/scoundrel--This story has a little bit of everything: genies, sorcerers, insecure kings, true love (with two practice marriages beforehand that the king insists do not count don't count those), and, of course, dancing houseplants. All of this set ag

Feb 23,2022 45:15

95. 258-Icelandic Legends: Welcome Back, Cotter

Two stories from Iceland.On the first, Signy has a shot at the good life. Unfortunately, that shot involves camping out in a cave with giants, tone deaf swans, and magic flying beds. Oh, and some light kidnapping.On the second the pastorage servant just wants to kiss that dead guy and does not care who knows it.The creature is stuck between two dimensions, and they're going to take out their anger about that on you. With their club.--Links:Not-a-pocketknife: https://myths.link/notpocketknifeStor

Feb 16,2022 41:16

96. 257-Chinese Folklore: Love Me, Love Me

It's (almost) Valentine's Day, and we have two stories from Chinese folklore about love, loss, and marrying all sorts of things you shouldn't be marrying, like ghosts and livestock!The creature is a sleazy alligator man who's looking for love* in all the wrong places**--Links:Cereal Killer: https://myths.link/cerealkillerStore: https://shop.bardic.fmMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Music:All music by Blue Dot Sessions--Sponsors:Simplisafe: Go to http://simplisafe.com/legends a

Feb 09,2022 42:22

97. 256-Indian Folklore: Tiger Mom

A story from India that's like a more awesome version of two different Grimm fairy tales. A woman is promised in marriage to a stranger and we learn that, yeah, that's actually a pretty terrible idea.The creature is the reason why you don't want pigeons to pity you.--Sponsors:Check out Vanished, the new Wondery show!Bombas: Get 20% off any purchase by going to http://bombas.com/legendsGrove: Go to http://grove.com/legends and get a free giftset worth up to $50 with your first order!Truebill: Don

Feb 02,2022 34:20

98. 255-Chinese Folklore: Picture Me This

A story from China where we see a young man embark on a dangerous journey for love that definitely isn't a knock-off version of "The Journey to the West" and/or "The Hobbit". Then, we learn how the world's first selfie resulted in kind of more death than you'd think.The creature his a demon from Japan...who's working through a bad breakup.--Sponsors:Honey: Get the browser extension and start saving money at http://joinhoney.com/mythsBest Fiends: Download the app on the App Store or Google Play!H

Jan 26,2022 37:27

99. 254-Spanish Folklore: Ready or Not

A story from Spanish folklore of three brothers, a crafting competition, a smelly Trojan parrot, and a lesson that it's never too late to start on the Hero's Journey. I mean, you might end up in jail, but it's still inspiring?The creature this week is the Gohonga, a creature that will take your child, educate them, and return them as a forty-year-old--Links:The earbags: https://myths.link/earbagsMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipStore: https://shop.bardic.fm--Sponsors:Simplisafe:

Jan 19,2022 35:01

100. 253B-Monkey King: The Good Guys

Monkey has been fired. Sandy has been captured. Pigsy is fleeing in terror, and the monk is about to be cut to pieces by a room full of angry guys. Things are not going well.The creature is a buff angry dude whose solution to everything is hitting it with a spiky club.--Disclaimer: https://myths.link/253bGiant Hoodie Snuggie: https://myths.link/snuggiehoodieStore: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors!June's Journey: Download June’s Journey FREE tod

Jan 12,2022 47:01

101. 253-Monkey King: Severance

We're back on the road on the Journey to the West and our heroes are starving. The solution? Some murders, some personnel changes, and human buns.The creature is a devil fish, a not-so-friendly businessfish.--Sponsors:Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends on the App Store or Google Play!Simplisafe: Get 20% off your entire new system. http://simplisafe.com/legendsBombas: Get 20% off any purchase by going to http://bombas.com/legendsGrove: Go to http://grove.com/legends and get a free giftset worth up

Jan 05,2022 45:14

102. 252-Greek folklore: Name that Tune

Fighting your own fate: it's a theme nearly as old as human civilization. We'll hear two stories of people who both lament their fate...and see that they are profoundly bad at doing anything about it. The first has a sack maker with a one-hit wonder...and a friend who wants to help him change...and who's also a super-rich king. The second is about a man who goes to look for Chance to try to change his own lot in life...and discovers that he might just be his own worst enemy.The creatures are the

Dec 29,2021 34:13

103. 251-Icelandic Legends: Ghosts of Christmas Past

Two stories of Christmas in Iceland. So that apparently means wizards and zombies?The creature is the Cuegle! It's like a walking great white shark with terrible self-esteem--Sponsors:June's Journey: Check it out on the Apple App Store or Google Play!Grubhub: This holiday season, give the gift of Grubhub. http://grubhub.comQuip: Go to http://getquip.com/myths and you'll get your first refill free! Quip, the good habits company.--Music:All music by http://www.sessions.blueSupport the show: https:

Dec 22,2021 35:34

104. 250-Grimm: Fauxsicians

Two stories of absolutely real and definitely not fake doctors! The first is a Grimm tale where a guy goes to medical school and opens a practice! Never mind that his medical school is just a white coat and a bone saw! The second is a bit more legit with one cure-all elixir that really does cure all...and it may or may not be yule ale.The creatures are the buschfrauen! And they will hunt you to the ends of the earth if you mess with their pets or teach you great knitting techniques if you give t

Dec 15,2021 35:19

105. 249-Italian Folklore: Unbearable

Two stories from Giambattista Basile, Neapolitan writer, of angry sisters, busted Mario pipes, and she-bears that are only mad if you try to force them into marriage.The creature is the wiffenpoof, who only wants to eat fancy cheeses and not get your chewing tobacco in his eyes.--Sponsors:Indeed! Get started right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at http://indeed.com/legendsBombas! Get 20% off any purchase during their big holiday sale by going to http://bombas.com/le

Dec 08,2021 32:41

106. 248-Sorcerer's Apprentice: The Magic Words

Two stories of sorcerer's apprentices. The first picks the wrong major at wizard school. The second finds a creative way into school...by becoming a dangerous sorcerer's BFF.The creatures are the elle maids, definitely not suspicious women offering wine to strangers on the road.--Simplisafe: Get 40% off your entire new system. http://simplisafe.com/legendsOlive and June: go to http://oliveandjune.com/myths and use code myths for 20% off your first Mani System!Quip! Quip is the good habits compan

Dec 01,2021 35:22

107. 247-Argentinian Folklore: Beast Tartare, Can't Go Far

This week, it's the story from Argentina about Senorita Maldonado. We'll learn that sometimes the beasts of the woods might be better than your cruel, micromanaging boss.The creature is a shapeshifting water monster who has one rule for her spouse. Just one. Think he can go without breaking it? Yeah, neither do I.--Sponsors:Simplisafe: Get 50% off your entire new system. http://simplisafe.com/legendsOlive and June: go to http://oliveandjune.com/myths and use code myths for 25% off your first Man

Nov 24,2021 31:40

108. 246-Slavic Legends: The Queen's Gambit

The legendary story of Olga of Kiev, a 10th century queen who's always four steps ahead of her enemies.For the creature of the week, when you're the dogai, you always have a sleeping bag handy. Because they're your ears.--Sponsors:Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends on the App Store or Google Play!Simplisafe: Get 50% off your entire new system. http://simplisafe.com/legendsGrubhub: Order through the grubhub app or by going to http://grubhub.com!Shopify: Go to http://shopify.com/legends for a free

Nov 17,2021 37:43

109. 245-Pirates: Pretty Pretty Pirate

The story of a pirate princess from Jewish/Polish folklore, we'll see how many fiancees is too many fiancees (the answer, of course, is however many try to marry you at sword-point), and that you really, really don't want to mess with a team of pirate princesses.The creature is a foot umbrella and yoga instructor that doesn't skip leg day.--Links:Yodeling pickle: https://myths.link/pickleMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Bombas: Get 20% off any purchase during their big holiday

Nov 10,2021 35:43

110. 244-Georgian Folklore: Here Fishy Fishy

A story from Georgian folklore about a king who needs a cure for his condition, the prince who decided that cure was going to be his new pet, and all the problems that come from an animal blood eye wash so maybe don't do an animal blood eye wash.If you give the creature of the week the moon, he's going to want the sun to go with it. Then, we're all pretty much doomed.--Links:Disclaimer: https://myths.link/244Lightsaber chop sticks: https://myths.link/lightsabersMembership: https://www.mythpodcas

Nov 03,2021 35:19

111. 243B-King Arthur: Double Trouble

Arthur has been kidnapped. Guinevere's evil twin is at large. The kingdom is thrown into chaos. Their hope rests with a bunch of knights putting others first and doing the right thing. Yeah, they're pretty much doomed.The creature is a soft-bodied, vampire hunter with crazy black hair. Finally, a Halloween costume I can pull off.--Sponsors:Zocdoc: Go to http://zocdoc.com/myths and download the Zocdoc app to sign up for free and book a top-rated doctor.Butcherbox: Get a 10-16 pound turkey FREE wi

Oct 27,2021 41:20

112. 243A-King Arthur: Doppel-Gwen-er

The story of Queen Guinevere as she goes from princess, to queen, to convict.The creature is the Ciguapa, from Haitian and Dominican folklore, and you'll see that if you're asking which monsters to follow into the dark forest, you're kind of already making questionable decisions.--Sponsors:[Gravely voice] Check out The Sandman: Act Two on Audible by going to http://audible.com/dreamingBest Fiends: Download Best Fiends on the App Store or Google Play!Olive and June: go to http://oliveandjune.com/

Oct 20,2021 38:51

113. 242-Albanian Folklore: Two Roads

The story of Zjermi, Handa, the dragon Kuchedra, and about a hundred naked armpit angels from Albania.When it comes to the creature this week, look, we all need our "me" time, just don't transform your children into sleepy foxes to get it.--Sponsors:Headspace: Get one month free of their entire meditation library at http://headspace.com/legends!Bombas: Get 20% off your first order at http://bombas.com/legendsSimplisafe: Get 20% off your entire new system and your first month of monitoring servic

Oct 13,2021 41:40

114. 241-African Folklore: Hippopotamaster

In a story from the folklore of the Sorko people who lived along the Niger river in West Africa, a hippo is causing all sorts of trouble. I mean, hippos are dangerous, but ones that can sprout ovens on their back and shoot fire streams like some kind of final-evolution Pokemon mean this village needs a hero.The creature is Babamik! She's a deranged murderer who had it all...until her daughter started dating.--Sponsors:Indeed! Get started right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your

Oct 06,2021 40:37

115. 240B-German Fairy Tales: Heart of Stone

The conclusion of "A Heart of Stone" by Wilhelm Hauff, where we see what happens when Peter Munk, out of options after threatening the Little Glass Man, turns to the devil to help himself through dire circumstances.The creature, the okuri-inu (送り犬) is a dog that might help you out when you need it most...because when it comes to killing you, this dog has dibs.--Links:Disclaimer and source: https://myths.link/240bStore: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--S

Sep 29,2021 42:37

116. 240A-German Fairy Tales: Man of Glass

A German fairy tale about striving, falling short, and then seeking help from dangerous mythological creatures to help you pick up the slack.The creature is Azrail, the giant who is terrible at fighting.--Sponsors:Butcherbox: Get free ground beef for life! Sign up at http://butcherbox.com/myths and get two pounds of ground beef free in every order for the life of your membership.Grubhub: check them out online (http://grubhub.com) or through the app!Audible: Go to http://audible.com/dreaming to l

Sep 22,2021 36:29

117. 239-Grimm: Give them a Hand

Three stories from the Grimm brothers of people helping someone out. Sometimes that goes well. Other times you end up with an indescribable urge to bury your nose in filth and hunt for truffles.The creatures are three generations of sleazy Irish water creatures on a redemption arc.--Post/disclaimer: https://myths.link/239Shakespeare bandages: https://myths.link/insult-bandagesTwitter: https://myths.link/twitterStore: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Spo

Sep 15,2021 44:12

118. 238-Indian Folklore: Blue Raja

A story from India about what happens when a murder cult who turns intruders into dogs moves in across the river and why you should get as far away as possible...because of the murder cult that turns people into dogs.The creature is Bolster the giant! He has fun festivals celebrating him (dying)!--Sponsors:Simplisafe! Save 20% off your Simplisafe system and get your first month free when you sign up for Interactive Monitoring Service by going to http://simplisafe.com/legendsGrubhub! Check it out

Sep 08,2021 44:14

119. NIGHTY NIGHT WITH RABIA CHAUDRY IS AVAILABLE NOW!

Nighty Night is a horror anthology series where famed attorney, author and podcaster Rabia Chaudry delivers bone-chilling bedtime stories that will be sure to keep you wide awake all night long. These creepy tales will be a mix of both original content and lesser known classics delivered with a modern spin. Listen on all audio platforms now! Apple Podcasts: https://.com/us/podcast/nighty-night-with-rabia-chaudry/id1581854514Spotify: https://open./show/6c003br3coRNMn6RXYyecr?si=fkAUvqdCTNiJ4Q7B8t

Sep 07,2021 16:24

120. 237B-Odyssey Finale: To Strive, to Seek, to Find, and not to Yield

Odysseus confronts the suitors, and our long journey comes to its end.The creatures (Bakwas and Dzunukwa) just want to make you a roommate in their strange, invisible house. Or kill you. Or both.--Sponsors:Halo Collar: Go to http://shophalocollar.com/myths to save 20% on your Halo Collar!Grubhub: Check it out! Order through the Grubhub app or online at http://grubhub.comButcherbox: Right now, new members can get three pounds of chicken breast, two pounds of burgers, and one pack of hotdogs for f

Sep 01,2021 43:44

121. 237A-Odyssey Finale: The Shape of Things to Come

Odysseus finally landed on Ithaca, but, with 120 angry, armed men in his house who want his wife and life, can he survive his homecoming?The creatures are Black Annis and Gentle Annis. Black Annis is a pale blue and Gentle Annis wrecks boats.--Sponsors:Simplisafe! Save 20% off your Simplisafe system and get your first month free when you sign up for Interactive Monitoring Service by going to http://simplisafe.com/legendsHelix Sleep! Get up to $200 off a mattress order ad two free pillows by visi

Aug 25,2021 36:52

122. 236-French Fairy Tale: Piece of Cake

This week, we're in French fairy tales with queen who prepared her daughter for the world a little too well, and to the queen's despair she doesn't want to marry, choosing to rely instead on her own strength and judgement. Oh, and also there are griffin fights, dragons, sphinxes, giant turkey chariots, evil fairies, and cat-riding mythological dwarves. It's a big week.The creature is a toad full of hate. And also full of rainbow breath.--Sponsors:Athena Club: Sign up today and you'll get 20% off

Aug 18,2021 43:37

123. 235-Korean Folklore: Ghost Story

Three stories from Korean folklore! On the first, a boy loves collecting stories, but no one really taught him proper story care, so they went the way of so many carnival goldfish. On the second, a young man protests his unfair (and kind of murdery) working conditions...by turning his boss's lunchbox into a toilet. On the third, there are people, there are cows, and no one can tell the two apart.The creature is the ziz, and it wrecks cities by accident.--Twitter: https://myths.link/twitterShop:

Aug 11,2021 43:44

124. 234-Scandinavian Folklore: Trolling

This week, there are two stories from the north. On the first, a young Danish man is doing the hero's journey thing...but it's not going well, and that leads to him taking a job working for an actual troll.On the second story, from Iceland, we learn why, if a merman ends up in your net, you should pull an Elsa and just let it go.The creature is a rock monster who goes up against the Slayer of Alien Gods.--Sponsors:Halo Collar: Check out the awesome Halo Collar at http://shophalocollar.com/myths

Aug 04,2021 45:10

125. 233C-King Arthur: Not Dead Yet

We finish up our current run of King Arthur episodes with the most evil castle in the land having fallen...maybe. Some knights will learn that the threat might not be so far removed, and Lancelot meets the dastardly commander of the Dolorous Guard...who might actually be pretty terrible at his job of being terrible.The creature is the Yech, a tiny shapeshifting cat in a top hat! Who wants to set you on fire!--Sponsors:Best Fiends: Check out the 5 star-rated puzzle game FREE today on the App Stor

Jul 28,2021 36:40

126. 233B-King Arthur: 'Tis But a Scratch

We catch up with the strange knight in the white armor, the boy who doesn't know his own past, as he travels the realm, and we witness him come up against the cursed fortress known as the Dolorous Guard.The creature is an old bearded dude who's like a male siren, which, if you're into murderous older fishermen, might be your thing?--Sponsors!Bombas: Bombas belong on your feet. Go to http://bombas.com/legends and get 20% off your first order!GoHenry: Get started at http://gohenry.com and get one

Jul 21,2021 42:42

127. 233A-King Arthur: The Boy with No Name

We're back in the world of King Arthur! It's been too long, and if you haven't heard our King Arthur stories (or it's been a while) then this is the perfect place to jump in. A beginner-friendly episode that kind of resets our timeline. I'm so excited to be getting back into the stories of Arthur and his knights because there are so many good ones still left to tell.The creature is the hairy, greasy Yamataro (山童), your eternal reminder that, no matter how tempting it seems, to not sumo wrestle s

Jul 14,2021 41:03

128. 232-Robin Hood: Public Enemy

Robin decides that, you know what he needs? To walk directly into the home of his greatest enemies. Nothing bad can come from this. Nothing bad at all.The creature is the Wolpertinger, a German chimera who might help you solve some problems...but at the expense of your soul.--Links:Tortilla blanket: https://myths.link/tortillasTwitter: https://myths.link/twitterStore: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:Daily Harvest: Stay cool during the summer.

Jul 07,2021 47:20

129. 231-Irish Folklore: Challenge Accepted

Two stories from Ireland. On the first, Finn McCool, a giant Irish here, isn't scared! He totally isn't! He's just speed walking away from that guy he's been threatening for weeks who finally showed up at his shore after leaving an incorrect forwarding address.The second is the story of a Leprechaun, and why you never want to take your eyes off the little guy.The creatures are the wish hounds! They're surprisingly dark for creatures called "wish hounds."--Links:Twitter: https://myths.link/twitte

Jun 30,2021 34:40

130. 230-Grimm: A Hairy Situation

A story from the Brothers Grimm about an evil king and a bad penny of a kid who's apparently unkillable. Oh, and prophesied to marry his daughter. The creature is a squirrel who wants to surprise you and shove psychotropic substances up your nose.--Links!Left-handed candle: https://myths.link/leftiesTwitter: https://myths.link/twitterStore: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors!Pretty Litter: check out http://prettylitter.com and use promo code "myt

Jun 23,2021 34:22

131. 229-Monkey King: Forbidden Fruit

We're back in the story of the Monkey King and the Journey to the West. After picking up Sandy, the sand monster and final member of their party, the guys haven't seen a soul for two months. All that will change with a mysterious stop in the forest.The creature is the Wilser dragon, where the only thing more dangerous than fighting it...is killing it.--Sponsors:Simplisafe: http://simplisafe.com/legends for a free security camera and a 60-day, risk-free trial.Check out Best Fiends on the App Stor

Jun 16,2021 45:36

132. THE OPPORTUNIST SEASON TWO IS AVAILABLE NOW!

Robert Courtney was an upstanding Kansas City pharmacist and family man who was deeply devoted to his church. Courtney owned and operated two pharmacies and was perceived as an innovative businessman. His wealth was apparent to people in Kansas City in the 90’s— he lived in a $700,000 home and collected sports cars. It all came crashing down in 2001 when an oncologist discovered that Courtney had been diluting chemotherapy medications. She tipped off the FBI and the Courtney investig

Jun 16,2021 06:58

133. 228-Italian Folklore: Full Circle

Two stories from the Italian writer Giovanni Francesco Straparola, who earns the title of one of the earliest fairy tale writers, putting tales down to paper in the 1500s. On the first, you'll learn that you can't con an honest man...and that you really shouldn't, because the honest man three con men do trick out of a mule comes back for vengeance...and beats the con men at their own game.On the second story, three men are proudly lazy and make a bet to see who can be the laziest scoundrel. They

Jun 09,2021 41:14

134. 227-Greek/Roman Mythology: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Olympus

Two stories from Greek/Roman mythology this week with the (not remotely) love story of Apollo and Daphne as well as the tale of Pyramus and Thisbe, where we'll see that a wall can bring people together as well as keep them apart.The creature is the Bakru, from Suriname, a mythological creature in the form of a child that stopped on the way to becoming a real boy and you can also hire him to burn down someone's house on Fiverr. --Sponsors:Warby Parker: Try five pairs of glasses at home for free a

Jun 02,2021 35:14

135. 226-European Folklore: Failing Upward

This week, it's the story of Fortunatus, the man who, bet you could never guess from his name, was given an inexhaustible fortune, and how things kind of went off the rails for him and his kids.The creature is Babi, from Egyptian mythology, who's as dedicated to your love life as he is to cracking you open like a coconut and feasting on your innards. --Sponsors:Simplisafe: http://simplisafe.com/legends for a free security camera and a 60-day, risk-free trial.June's Journey: Download it free toda

May 26,2021 45:13

136. 225-Egyptian Folklore: Kitchen Nightmare

The Egyptian folktale of a young woman who's not messing around. After fleeing her home, she only sees one way to live free: become a monster that haunts the wild.The creature is what happens when a jaguar and a human have a happy marriage...and a very unhappy mother-in-law.--Sponsors:Check out Best Fiends on the App Store or Google Play by going to http://bestfiends.comDaily Harvest: Go to http://dailyharvest.com and use the promo code MYTHS to get $25 off your first box!Bombas: Go to http://Bo

May 19,2021 34:16

137. 224-African Folklore: It's the Great Pumpkin, Kiali

This week, it's a story from Africa (more specifically the Nilamba people in northern Tanzania) about a hunt for a murderer that goes off the rails very quickly with talking animals...and giant, sad pumpkins.The creature this week is a dancing horse. A big chunky ballerina boy who wants to give you a high five at 2100 RPM.--Acorn TV: Try Acorn TV free for 30 days at http://acorn.tv and use our promo code, LEGENDS!Simplisafe: Go to http://simplisafe.com/legends for a 60-day risk-free trial and a

May 12,2021 32:19

138. 223B-Samurai Legends: Dinner Party

There's a killer on the loose in Kyoto. Young women are disappearing from the streets, never to be heard from again. Minamoto no Raikō, the legendary samurai, knows that it isn't merely a serial killer, but the demons. After he and other samurai like him drove the demons away, the began amassing in the far-off, desolate regions of Japan, but now they have a new leader: Shuten Doji, the drunken demon, a creature as smart as he is deadly.Raikō knows he can't face these oni alone, so he puts togeth

May 05,2021 50:07

139. 223A-Samurai Legends: The Devil went down to Kyoto

Three connected stories of samurai from medieval Japan. On the first, Kintaro, a buff eight-year-old, discovers his destiny. On the second, Watanabe no Tsuna, a samurai warrior in his prime fights a demon that's been terrorizing a gate in Kyoto, and on the third he's recruited by Minamoto no Raiko to follow a magical floating skull to a dilapidated haunted house. All these lead into next week, when the heroes will come together to fight the greatest demon in Japan's history: Shuten-dōji.The crea

Apr 28,2021 40:24

140. 222B-Norse Legends: It Takes a Pillage

A packed episode with Thor, Odin, mythological dwarves, sword arms, and Valhalla, all ending up with a beautiful double wedding...which ends somehow worse than the last time we visited a giant wedding on this podcast. We're finishing up the saga of Egil and Asmund.The creature this time is little mucus boy, and if you're a villain, you don't want to get caught monologuing around this sticky, moist little hero.--Sponsors:Acorn TV: Try Acorn TV free for 30 days by going to http://acorn.tv and usin

Apr 21,2021 44:33

141. 222A-Norse Legends: The Land of the Ice and Snow

We’re back in the nine worlds of Norse myth where two Viking blood brothers are looking for princesses that have been kidnapped by legendary monsters. Their journey will take them beyond their world of Midgard, to Jotunheim, to see the ravages Thor has brought.The creature this time is a kitty! Who wants to make a kitty-human hybrid for...reasons?The post (disclaimer, and a detailed summary of the nine worlds): https://myths.link/222aThe store: https://myths.link/storeThe membership: https://www

Apr 14,2021 40:11

142. 221-Chinese/Scottish folklore: The Great Beyond

This week, there are two stories about death and what comes next, from China and Scotland. On the first, a lonely fisherman meets an odd man down by the river with a strange plan for his life. On the second, a stablehand helps out two strangers who stop by his tavern for the night...and discovers a terrifying secret.The creature is an epic hero with oiled pecs who is doing his best to keep everyone in the world alive.The cat that I tried to put in a harness (he hated it): https://myths.link/toma

Apr 07,2021 35:45

143. 220B-Odyssey: Lonely Island

We're back in the Odyssey where Menelaus comes home, Telemachus leaves it, and Odysseus? Odysseus has been stuck in the same place for seven long years.The creatures this week are the Agogwe, tiny hairy naked people who are really cool until they aren't.Disclaimer: https://myths.link/220bThanos swimsuit: https://myths.link/thanosStore: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:Talkspace: Go to http://talkspace.com and use the code MYTHS for $100 off of

Mar 31,2021 42:13

144. 220A-Odyssey: The Castaways

Three men grappling with the legacy, or curse, of their fathers. Menelaus loses everything and finds a life, but will his past come hunting for him? Telemachus lives each day in the shadow of the absence of his father, pushing back at the inevitable. Orestes knows what he must do to avenge his father, even if it means prolonging his family’s curse.The creature is a tiny elephant who might just eat your brain?Membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipStore: https://myths.link/storeBob Ros

Mar 24,2021 35:39

145. 219-Italian folklore: Unhand Me

A story from the Pentamerone with a title so spoiler-y that I can't even say it here, but it's a fun, mildly horrifying tale of a relationship that just doesn't work out. And is also really gross.The creatures this week are the little devil and angel on your shoulder, except one of them is a burly wildman and the other is a snake with a human head.Store: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www/mythpodcast.com/membershipPost: https://myths.link/219THE REDWALL COOKBOOK: https://myths.link/

Mar 17,2021 32:58

146. 218-Monkey King: Enter Sandman

We resume our journey to the west right where we left off: the Tang monk has been kidnapped by demons, and it's up to Sun Wukong and Pigsy to save him...if they aren't too busy making tiny monkey babies out of Sun Wukong's fur, crying, and talking to fantasically bearded men to save him.The creature this time is a monster skunk that isn't farting everyone to death! It's actually kind of way worse!Stephen the frog (soap): https://myths.link/stephenThe store: https://myths.link/storeThe membership

Mar 10,2021 35:04

147. 217-Mabinogion: Bringing Home the Bacon

We’re back in the Mabinogion, where we’ll learn about the perils of bacon - and it’s not the cholesterol, but the magical wizard war that the first pigs ever brought to the world. Then, we’ll see why you shouldn’t lie to a wizard and how to be safe stepping out of the bath and onto your pet goat - just make sure no one is throwing spears at you.The creature this week is a hatchet headed prankster! Who wants to headbutt you!Disclaimer: https://myths.link/217Store: https://myths.link/storeMembersh

Mar 03,2021 37:49

148. 216-Baba Yaga: Which Witch?

Two stories from Russia. On the first, we catch up with the famous witch, Baba Yaga, as we follow yet another young person who has been sent on an errand/to be eaten at the evil witch's walking hut. The second one is about a dragon slayer, Dobrynya, as he makes a wrong turn down in the city and keeps falling in love with a woman who wants nothing at all to do with him.The creature is a tiny little old man with long hair who cries like a baby! And eats people!The membership: https://www.mythpodca

Feb 24,2021 32:57

149. 215-Scandinavian Legends: Madness

The story that inspired Shakespeare's Hamlet, the tale of Amleth, the prince of Denmark. A ton of death, some cryptic non-riddles, and copious amounts of poop smearing serve as the starting point for one of the greatest works in the English language.The creature this week is a sad little bird from Hebrew folklore who just can't catch a break.Store: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipEpisode post: https://myths.link/215--Sponsors:Bombas: Give a pair when you

Feb 17,2021 35:21

150. 214-Japanese Folklore: Take Your Lumps

Two short stories from Japan. On the first, an old man is in a tree surrounded by demons and faced with a desperate choice. On the second, a man has a pet that his wife is not thrilled about, so she makes that known. With scissors.The creature is a sad cow! Or a vampire! Either way you probably don't want to hang out with it.Weird flavored soda: https://myths.link/sodaThe store: https://myths.link/storeThe membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:Simplisafe: To get a 60-day r

Feb 10,2021 32:58

151. 213-Reynard: What Does the Fox Say?

We continue the saga of Reynard where the the classic trickster tries to do good in a world turned against him...and, by his actions, reveals a sinister truth about the world in which the story was written.The creature is hatred! Who just wants love...and to not be turned into a jellyfish.Disclaimer: https://myths.link/213The membership: https://mythpodcast.com/membershipThe store: https://myths.link/store--Sponsors:Talkspace: We're so glad we found Talkspace. Check it out and get $100 off your

Feb 03,2021 38:19

152. 212-Armenian Folklore: Witchy Woman

An awesome story about a young king who wants to do the impossible! And the ill-advised! And, frankly, makes a kind of stupid choice to go into the murder forest that took the lives of his father and six consecutive brothers.Inside, a deeper, darker secret lurks, one that brings fairies, witches, sorcery, and...love?The creature is a tall hairy man who takes issue with your dating choices...all while visiting half the town every night.--The membership: https://mythpodcast.com/membership The stor

Jan 27,2021 37:26

153. 211-Aeneid: Troy Story

The Aeneid, by Virgil, is one of the great world epics. Inspired by, and modeled after, the Odyssey, it's the story of Aeneas's journey from burning Troy to found the Roman empire, and all bleeding ground, sad Cyclopes, and bellybutton-wolves he encounters along the way.The creature is the Camazotz, from Mayan mythology, and it's like Batman, only if a Batman was an actual bat and not only didn't have an aversion to killing, but was like super into decapitation all day every day.--The store: htt

Jan 20,2021 42:24

154. 210-Russian Legends: Dragons, Dragons Everywhere

The story of Dobrynya the dragon slayer from Russian folklore is the tale of a young man finding his heroic destiny, from magical hats to skinny dipping and dancing with baby dragons. Sorry, did I say dancing *with* baby dragons? I meant dancing *on* baby dragons.The creature is the lavellan a plague-ridden mouse! Because we need more of that right now!The store: https://myths.link/storeThe membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Bombas: Give a pair when you buy a pair, and get 20 pe

Jan 13,2021 35:21

155. 209C-Viking Legends: Black Widow

Kjartan and Gudrun were always meant to be together, but when the former gets waylaid in a foreign kingdom with a beautiful princess, the latter needs to make other plans. Of course, she accepts the proposal of their mutual best friend, sparking a love triangle that could prove deadly. The creature is a good dog! Who has to die!The store: https://myths.link/storeThe membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipThe episode post: https://myths.link/209cThe saga: https://myths.link/gudrunsaga-

Jan 06,2021 46:50

156. 209B-Viking Legends: Time and Tide

Our winter Norse saga continues, with our protagonists celebrating Christmas in Norway...and also learning what Christmas is when the king basically puts a sword to their necks and tells them to convert or die.We’ll also follow Gudrun on marriages 1 and 2, the first ending with a problematic wardrobe malfunction and the second with a meddling of (possible) sorcerers.The creature is the Tomten, a forlorn little goblin who will either make sure you’re safe in bed...or bite you.Episode post (with p

Dec 30,2020 44:05

157. 209A-Viking Legends: Bloodlines

A Norse saga in the truest sense of the word, this story follows one family through changing times of the Middle Ages. There are cursed swords, Viking love triangles, and why throwing stinky socks at a person whose only desire is to punch you in the face is a terrible idea.The creature is the Yule goat, who hasn't been burned down yet! Maybe!The Yule goat's twitter: https://myths.link/goatThe Myths and Legends store: https://myths.link/storeMembership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipEpiso

Dec 23,2020 42:52

158. 208-Maui: Big Tuna

What do you do after you hook the sun, dredge up islands for humanity, and bring fire to the world? How about settle down with a nice goddess, have some kids, and enjoy the simple life. Nevermind that your new spouse's evil ex is on the way...and he's a vicious, monstrous eel. You have nothing to worry about! You're Maui! You have a...fishhook? Ok maybe you do have something to worry about.The creature is the family tension that leads to you turning someone into a vicious, blood-thirsty firefly.

Dec 16,2020 37:57

159. 207-Monkey King: Girls Before Swine

We're back in the tale of the Journey to the West, where we'll catch up with the pious monk, Xangzang, the Monkey King, Sun Wukong, and the incognito dragon horse, Yulong as they continue their trek to India. This week, they stop off on what they think is a side-quest - helping an old man whose daughter was kidnapped by a pig monster - but they might get more than they bargained for...and make a new friend.The creature this week is the Milk Bird, your new source of milk that doesn't care about t

Dec 09,2020 43:30

160. 206-Mabinogion: The Blip

We're back in the Mabinogion, a collection of Welsh folklore, where we'll see what happens when the apocalypse comes and goes. The good news is that you survived! Yay! The bad news is that, since your servants have all disappeared, you'll now have to make your own bed. Bummer.The creature this week is the Afanc, which is also from Wales, with a great reason why you don't want that angry lizard beaver monster to fall asleep in your lap. If you're looking for a gift for a fan (or yourself??), chec

Dec 02,2020 36:57

161. 205B-Odyssey: The Widening Gyre

We're back, finishing up this leg of our journey in a packed episode with a witch, pigmen, more giants, Scylla, Charybdis, Hades, Tiresias, and, of course Hercules.The creature is an evil, eyeless monster from South Africa and the reason you'll want to carry a 2-ton boulder with you everywhere you go.--Sponsors:BetterHelp: our listeners get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/mythsHeadspace: Meditation made simple. Go to http://headspace.com/legends for a free 1-month trial!--Music

Nov 25,2020 51:32

162. 205A-Odyssey: Man of Constant Sorrow

With monsters, witches, sirens, and cyclopes, the Odyssey is one of the landmarks of world literature and a classic for the ages. This is the start of Odysseus's long journey home from a war that he didn't want to join in the first place.The creature is a big monster with one small request: all the water in the world forever.Chipfingers: https://myths.link/chipfingers--Sponsors:Simplisafe: Hurry! You can get 30% off plus a free security camera if you order by Friday (11/20) by going to http://si

Nov 18,2020 41:37

163. 204-Russian Folklore: Get in the Bag

We're back in Russian folklore for a fun story about a soldier with some biscuits who fights demons, heaven, and yes, death itself.The creature is the valravn and I just can't get over how cool that name is.--Sponsors:Bombas!! They are fantastic, and right now you can get 20% off your first order by going to http://bombas.com/legends.AcornTV: We're low key addicted (in the best way) to AcornTV. Check it out and get 30 days(!) free at http://acorn.tv code LEGENDS--Music:"The Louver” by Blue Dot S

Nov 11,2020 43:28

164. 203-Grimm: Out of the Woods

Two stories from the Grimm brothers! On the first, a wolf wants to eat some kids, and is annoyed that he needs to do the smallest amount of effort to do so. On the second, a woman travels to a mysterious land, talks to some bread, and finds her strength.The creature is a lonely monster with an awesome blue bonnet and flowing blonde hair...but you can't take a look at them because he's so ugly you'll die.--Sponsors:BetterHelp: get 10 percent off your first month at http://BetterHelp.com/mythsAthl

Nov 04,2020 36:40

165. 202-Greek Myths: Dead Poets Society

This week it is the very very spooky* Halloween episode about a terrifying** trek through the Greek underworld. It's definitely not a lighthearted romp where a Greek god makes a podcast, trick-or-treats as Hercules, and emcees a poetry competition. Nope. Not at all.The creatures this week are bogeymen! I don't know why it's pronounced like that they don't boogie but they do eat children.Membership: http://support.mythpodcast.comSloth raft: https://myths.link/sloth--Sponsors:BetterHelp: get 10 pe

Oct 28,2020 40:59

166. 201-1001 Nights: In the Wind

We're back in the stories of 1001 nights, where Scheherazade has to tell bedtime stories to save her life. On the first, a man ruins a wedding reception and can't show his face in town again. The second starts with a murder, and then only gets darker.This week's item, the ridiculous umbrella hat: https://myths.link/umbrella--Sponsors:BetterHelp: get 10 percent off your first month at http://BetterHelp.com/mythsBombas: Give a pair when you buy a pair, and get 20 percent off your first purchase at

Oct 21,2020 35:07

167. 200-Irish Legends: The Things We Do for Love

Returning to Irish legends, we tackle the wooing of Etain, a love story that goes up against witches turning people into puddles and flies, multiple angry spouses, and death itself.The creature is a dangerous blanket! Don't sit on blankets with teeth!--Sponsors:Simplisafe: Check out http://simplisafe.com/legends to get a free HD camera with your order.--Music:“Balti” by Blue Dot Sessions“Our Fingers Cold” by Blue Dot Sessions“Children of Lemuel” by Blue Dot Sessions"The Summit" by Blue Dot Sessi

Oct 14,2020 48:26

168. 199-Japanese folklore: Moonlight

A story from Japanese folklore of Princess Moonlight, from Japanese folklore, where a bamboo cutter finds one of those magical heaven babies in a bamboo stalk (you know, those extremely common glowing children found in plants) and it changes his life, and the whole empire, forever.The creature this week is a dangerous Greek fox because the ancient Greek city of Thebes can't catch a break ever.--Sponsor:Better Help: Myths and Legends listeners get 10% off your first monthat http://betterhelp.com/

Oct 07,2020 40:16

169. 198-Robin Hood: On the Road Again

Robin Hood is back on the road and ready to make some quick cash, so of course, he's going to go undercover as a beggar an infiltrate a secret society. Meanwhile Little John poured himself into a friar costume to hit on strangers.The creature is an iron-toothed rat who will eat your books.--Sponsors:Simplisafe: Check out http://simplisafe.com/legends to get a free HD camera with your order.Better Help: Myths and Legends listeners get 10% off your first monthat http://betterhelp.com/mythsAcornTV:

Sep 30,2020 38:40

170. 197-Viking Legends: VFFs

After a ball game goes wrong in the worst possible way, Viking best friends go on a quest to clear their names. A quest that involves poison vultures, evil priestess witches, kings that can transform into dragons, and stuffed animal cows.The creature is the teakettler! A creature that just wants to be left alone and if you keep hassling it, it will get really steamed...in that it will shoot a jet of steam at you.--Music:"Black is the Color" by Podington Bear“He went away” by Podington Bear“Voyag

Sep 23,2020 50:25

171. 196-Reynard the Fox: Chaotic Good

A reboot, of sorts, of Reynard the Fox, everyone's favorite brutal, amoral trickster. I found a much older, much more nuanced version of the fox's stories. Today, we meet his father, get an origin story, and see him trying to make things right in a society run by predators...or is he working a long con to eat all the animals in his charge? With Reynard, we never really know.The creature this week is the Talasam, who will very politely ask you for a human sacrifice.--Sponsors:Bombas! Check out ht

Sep 16,2020 38:33

172. 195-Greek Myths: Stranger Danger

Dionysus was the god of wine from Greek myths and the last Olympian to earn a place on Mount Olympus. His story starts with him being born from Zeus's thigh...and then somehow gets stranger. He does make a lot of really fun, dangerously intense fans among the humans, though.The creature is the Tenjoname! He's a helpful ghost who will clean your ceilings with his filthy tongue!Check out the ad-free membership: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership--Sponsors:Indeed: Try Indeed out with a free $75

Sep 09,2020 43:43

173. 194-Mulan: The Warrior

A completely new version of the Mulan legend, sourced from a story from the late middle ages, so even if you think you know the Mulan story, this version has twists and turns that make her big secret, that she's a woman pretending to be a man, the least of her worries.The creature is the Manticore! It's terrifying, but not for the reasons that it should be terrifying!The episode post (and horrifying pictures of the Manticore): https://myths.link/194The earlier Mulan episode based off "The Ballad

Sep 02,2020 47:13

174. 193B-Monkey King: Pilgrim's Progress

We're on the road with the monk, Xuanzang, and Monkey King, Sun Wukong, as they start their Journey to the West... that is, if Sun Wukong is coming back from taking off in a huff (he is). Once he gets back, the trip won't be without problems, though, like river dragons, murderous monks, and bear ogre birthday parties.--Sponsors: We think it's the best in home security. Give it a shot with free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial at http://simplisafe.com/legends Preparing for a standardized tes

Aug 26,2020 43:00

175. 193A-Monkey King: Golden Cicada

We return to the stories of the Monkey King and pick up at the end of his long imprisonment under a mountain, for trying to overthrow everyone and everything. Meanwhile, a messenger from heaven is on the move, looking for a pilgrim to make a dangerous journey that will bring them into contact with demons, monsters, and companions to help him along the way...who might just be more dangerous than anything on the road. ---Show post: https://myths.links/193a Check out the Myths and Legends store at

Aug 19,2020 48:49

176. 192-Grimm: Brave Traveler

An off-the-wall story from the Grimm Brothers about a young man who knew no fear...and why that was a massive problem for him. The creature is a man who you don't want to high five. Mainly because he has eyeballs on his palms. Also mainly because he'll drink your bones with a straw. --Disclaimer: https://www.mythpodcast.com/14487/192-grimm-brave-traveler/ -- Music: "The Consulate" by Blue Dot Sessions “Scary Sounds” by Bobby Cole “Storm Passing” by Podington Bear "Relinquish" by Podington Bear "

Aug 12,2020 42:19

177. 191-Norse Legends: See How they Fly

In this episode from Norse legends, we'll see that the worst breakups involve Thor breaking up the couple with his hammer and we'll see that even though Odin can shapeshift, that doesn't mean he skips the conditioner. It's the Saga of King Gautrek, a story spanning generations of Viking warriors and their bizarre and dangerous interactions with the gods, giants, elves, and everything in between (but mostly just those three). The creature this week likes to drill holes in your boat with its nose.

Aug 05,2020 43:41

178. 190-Chinese Folklore: Fierce

In one story, a dragon is rampaging around the countryside unless he gets his favorite meal: teenage girls. In the other, a young woman trapped in an impossible situation meets a new friend who might just be able to save her: a parrot with a secret. Two stories with two very different heroines who share one defining characteristic: their unbreakable will to survive. On the creature of the week, when it comes to making a deal with the devil, you could choose infinite wealth, power, or epic guitar

Jul 29,2020 45:13

179. 189C-Nibelungenlied: I Know It Was You

In the third and final part of our series on the Nibelungenlied, the hero of the story, Siegfried, is dead and his wife, the princess, has a score to settle. The creature this week is the strong toad, a super cool toad who can read your mind, but he's so nice and definitely not making me write this right now. -- Music: "Prayer" by Enzo Orefice "Plasticity" by Blue Dot Sessions "Clockwork by Michele Nobler" "Kreis" by Luis Berra "Chain link" by Blue Dot Sessions "A Florentine Story" by Michele No

Jul 22,2020 42:20

180. 189B-Nibelungenlied: Heinous

We pick up right where we left off last week: Gunther has tricked his way into marrying Brunhild, and Brunhild decided to give him a minor test of strength on their wedding night. He failed, and ended up naked and hog-tied, yelling out for help while dangling upside down from the rafters. The creature is the Tsurube-otoshi (釣瓶落とし), from Japan, who will go head-to-head with you in the forest. Because its a giant head. -- Disclaimer: https://www.mythpodcast.com/14462/189b-nibelungenlied-heinous/ -

Jul 15,2020 35:08

181. 189A-Medieval Legends: Cheater Cheater

The story starts out with one prince slaying a dragon and getting rich. It starts there. The wild ride of the Nibelungenlied has echoes of one of our most beloved stories, the Saga of the Volsungs, with it's over-the-top characters, the ridiculous situations, the betrayals, and, yes, dragon fights. The creature is a dragon cat with poison breath. -- Music: "Order of Entrance" by Blue Dot Sessions "Palladian" by Blue Dot Sessions "Highway 430" by Blue Dot Sessions "Ranch Hand" by Blue Dot Session

Jul 08,2020 36:27

182. 188-The Flea: Forever Home

Two stories from the bawdy, funny, and oftentimes deeply unsettling 17th century fairytale author Giambattista Basile, both of which have to do with pets. The first pet is a rooster, whose owner just can't bring himself to kill it. No judgement there. The second pet is a flea...the size of a lamb. The creature this week is a cat that's either evil and smells like a skunk dog, a hero who defeated a demon, or a hunter who needs a toothbrush. -- Music: "Cake" by Podington Bear "Quatrefoil" by Podin

Jul 01,2020 41:06

183. 187-Greek Myths: The End to All Our Pain

Agamemnon is coming home from the Trojan War. He has no idea what's waiting for him. There are over fifty bonus episodes on the Myths and Legends bonus feed! Check out that and weekly ad-free shows at https://www.mythpodcast.com/membership Check out the store at https://shop.bardic.fm Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/mythsandlegends Find the episode post and the disclaimer at https://www.mythpodcast.com/14441/187-greek-myths-the-end-to-all-our-pain/ -- Music: "Deadly recitation" by bl

Jun 24,2020 37:06

184. 186-Grimm: Don't Be Weird

A story from the Grimm brothers about three down-on-their-luck soldiers who get everything they could ever dream of and then do their absolutely best to lose it. The extended creature of the week is a fearsome critter from Colorado - a land whale called the Slide Rock Bolter who exclusively eats tourists who care about the environment. The Myths and Legends store is up! Check it out at http://www.mythpodcast.com/store Get access to over 50 member episodes and weekly ad-free shows: https://www.my

Jun 17,2020 36:13

185. 185-Queen of Serpents: With This Hiss I Thee Wed

The story of Eglė the Queen of Serpents, from Lithuanian folklore, about a young woman who is faced with an impossible choice: witness the destruction of her family...or marry a snake. The creature is a wet, inebriated chicken named skrat who will either make you rich or burn down your house or both of those things.--Music: "Delamine" by Blue Dot Sessions "Tiny Bottles" by Blue Dot Sessions "Donnalee" by Blue Dot Sessions "At our Best Alone" by Blue Dot Sessions "Basketliner" by Blue Dot Session

Jun 10,2020 36:04

186. 184-Robin Hood: Check, Please!

We return to the Robin Hood stories with a (mostly) standalone episode. Robin Hood and his merry men are throwing a dinner party! With food and wine! And robbery! The creature is a shirtless Jaguar man who can end the world anytime he feels like. -- Music: "Pat-a-Pan Whistles and Drums" by Craig S. Elliott "The Gall" by Podington Bear "Miss You" by Podington Bear "Andante in e minor" by Matthew Fagan "The Consulate" by Blue Dot Sessions "Medieval Ritual" by Adrian EllisSupport the show: https://

Jun 03,2020 33:33

187. 183-Indian folklore: Revenant

The story of an ancient Indian king who goes on a fetch quest through an evil-looking cemetery and listens to the worst podcasts of all time...hosted by a ghoul he has slung over his shoulder, and if he doesn't pay attention, he could die. The creature is a crow-grasshopper who will make you vomit (if it doesn't kill you with its flatulence) Fictional: https://www.fictional.fm/subscribe -- "Night Watch" by Blue Dot Sessions "I Recall" by Blue Dot Sessions "Soft Horror Piano Drone" by Bobby Cole

May 27,2020 45:52

188. 182-Slavic folklore: The Brave Companions

Join Bulat the Brave Companion and Ivan Tsarevich (no, not that one) as they get a magical new horse, escape magical prison, and get in some magical fights. The creature is the shōkera, the slimy guy looking in your window right now. -- Music: "Kaleidoscope" by Podington Bear "Exploring the Cave Mix Full" by Bobby Cole "Vanagon" by Podington Bear "Setting Pace" by Blue Dot Sessions "Kalsted" by Blue Dot Sessions "The Hero Within (No Drums)" by Bobby Cole "Holding Hands" by Podington BearSupport

May 20,2020 36:04

189. 181B-Mabinogion: With Friends Like These

Branch two of the Mabinogion has the kings of Great Britain and Ireland (Bran and Matholwch, respectively) just wanting to bro out, but their nobles and family members will do anything to keep that from happening. Also, why is there never a sundae bar in the wine cellar? Episode post: https://www.mythpodcast.com/14215/181b-mabinogion-with-friends-like-these/ -- Music: "Last Winter" by Zac Nelson "Louver" by Blue Dot Sessions "Medieval Ritual" by Adrian Ellis "Talltell" by Blue Dot Sessions "Ghos

May 13,2020 36:59

190. 181A-Welsh Legends: Otherworld

King Pwyell just wants to go hunting in the dark forest alone. What's the worst that can happen? Huh? Forced to live for a year away from his people at the demand of an otherworldly king? Yeah, ok, that's kind of bad. It's the first branch of the Mabinogion, the original source for a few of the stories we've told on this podcast, like the very first story from this podcast, that of Yvain and the lady of the fountain. We're finally diving into this amazing work of Welsh folklore and over the next

May 06,2020 40:28

191. 180-Azorean Folklore: Power

The story from Azorean folklore about a sorcerer who turned his life around. He became a priest, helped his people flee, and then faced a choice when his old life came hunting for him. The creature is a dirty dish towel named the Shirouneri. Like most towels it's actively trying to show you just how much it hates you. Show post (and disclaimer): https://www.mythpodcast.com/14203/180-azorean-folklore-power/ -- Music: "The Theatrical Poster for Poltergeist III" by Chris Zabriskie “03. Prelude No.

Apr 29,2020 38:32

192. 179-Slavic legends: Grateful Dead

A classic quest from Slavic legend with princesses, dragons, wizards, dragons fighting wizards, and princesses fighting wizards fighting dragons. The creature is Shamir, the little craftsman who is up for employee of the millennium. -- Post: https://www.mythpodcast.com/14197/179-slavic-legends-grateful-dead/ -- Music: "Solemn Oath" by Podington Bear "Setting Out on a Quest" by Bobby Cole "The French Theatre of Doom" by Bobby Cole “Big Feelings” by Podington Bear "Storm Passing" by Podington Bear

Apr 22,2020 35:01

193. 178-Tanuki: Changes

An episode about the Tanuki, the notorious raccoon-dog trickster from Japan with giant...well...you'll see. The creature is the Tote Road Shagamaw, and a ManBearMoose who is really good at headstands. Like, it can walk a quarter mile doing a headstand. Show post, with all those pictures (and the disclaimer): https://www.mythpodcast.com/14180/178-tanuki-changes/ -- Music: “Lina my Queen” by Blue Dot Sessions “Detailing” by Blue Dot Sessions “The Callow” by Blue Dot Sessions “Fermin Canyon” by Blu

Apr 15,2020 45:28

194. 177D-Trojan War: Horsin' Around

The Greeks finally find a way into Troy and while, yes, it's exactly the way you think they get in, there are so many ridiculous side quests on the way, including a cameo from one of Greek myth's most famous hero. The creature is nice unicorn who will play music for you and definitely won't eat you the moment your guard is down. Want more? We did two member episodes with about four additional stories about the Trojan War. Check them out here: https://www.mythpodcast.com/member-episode-list/ (scr

Apr 08,2020 01:01:59

195. 177C-Trojan War: When I am Gone

Achilles is back and it's god vs. god, Greek vs. Trojan, Achilles vs. Hector in the most epic battle of the Trojan War. The creature this week, the Seto taishō, will absolutely come after you with a sharpened spoon. His weakness? Light kicks. Episode post: https://www.mythpodcast.com/14155/177c-trojan-war-when-i-am-gone/ --Music: “Watercool Quiet” by Blue Dot Sessions “Thunder Comes” by Will Van De Crommert “Gilroy Solo” by Blue Dot Sessions “Feel the Tension” by Bobby Cole “Order of Entrance” b

Apr 01,2020 52:34

196. 177B-Trojan War: Storm of Spears

The episode starts with Menelaus sparking the biggest battle of the war so far and ends with an even bigger battle. A lot happens as the Trojan War, with the absence of Achilles, takes its darkest turn yet. The creature is Amabie! A mermaid with great hair who just wants to help you out. Episode post (with Amabie links): https://www.mythpodcast.com/14149/177b-trojan-war-storm-of-spears/ -- Music: "Paper Boat" by Podington Bear "Secret Pocketbook" by Blue Dot SessionsSupport the show: https://www

Mar 25,2020 46:41

197. 177A-Trojan War: Rage

“Sing, O muse, of the rage of Achilles, son of Peleus, that brought countless ills upon the Achaeans.” We're here. The culmination of a dozen episodes and twice as many stories has led to this. Achilles. Helen. Agamemnon. Menelaus. Hector. Odysseus. There's a reason these names are still with us after thousands of years. This is the story of the Trojan War. The creature is pretty much the opposite of an epic, brutal war. It's the not-epic, not-intimidating little Tofu boy! The episode post with

Mar 18,2020 49:21

198. 176-The Emperor's New Clothes: Matchless

Three stories this week from the Danish fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen about people that are matchless. The first is the tale of the emperor and his new clothes, where an emperor who needs a new coat every hour gets an offer he can't refuse. The second is about a boy who wants to marry the daughter of a monarch and all the cool gadgets and racially insensitive cosplaying he'll do to win her hand, and the third is the story of the little match girl. That one literally has matches in it

Mar 11,2020 37:33

199. 175-Thor: Surprises

Thor’s daughter is getting married to a dwarf, and Thor is the last person to find out about it. Also he punted a dwarf onto a burning ship for fun at his brother’s funeral, so things might get awkward. The creature is the Segbin, and it’s a smelly goat that bites. Don’t worry though, it doesn’t want to eat you. It wants to kill you, but it doesn’t want to eat you. The The post on mythpodcast.com with all the names: https://www.mythpodcast.com/14036/175-thor-surprises/ — Music: “An Unknown Visit

Mar 04,2020 48:49

200. 174-Medieval Knights: Take Your Time

The story of Sir Isumbras, a knight from the high Middle Ages, includes talking birds, epic battles, unicorns, and a quest for redemption where the redemption includes the knight's participation in the crusades... The creature is the sealah (pronounced SHE-la), a genie that just wants to go out dancing and get dinner...and by that it means it wants you to dance for it before turning you into its dinner. -- Music: "Four and Fourteen" by Blue Dot Sessions "In the Box" by Blue Dot Sessions "San Die

Feb 26,2020 35:17

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