Myths and Legends

A Chilean folklore story about Crystal the Wise and an arrogant prince, an underground prison standoff, a resilient princess's escape with a butter knife, and Crystal's deceptive triumph against the king and prince. Also, learn about the Abattwa creatures from South Africa and their unique interactions with ants.

Discover how a small tailor's success is built on deception as he faces giants and mythical creatures to win the princess. Also, learn about the supernatural abilities of aged weasels in Japanese folklore, including shapeshifting and fiery whirlwinds.

The podcast delves into the Greek myth of Prometheus challenging Zeus, leading to his torment and eventual liberation by Hercules. It discusses Zeus's selfish actions, a Loot Crate ad break, and Prometheus's legacy. The narrative also explores a mysterious creature guarding gooseberries on an island, cautioning against disrespecting nature.

A fugitive knight puts events in motion for the quest for the Holy Grail. Arthur gets the Round Table and gets married. The creature of the week is a dangerous little naked person buried underground. Balin reunites with his brother for vengeance and faces a chaotic duel at King Pelham's castle. Merlin enchants a sword for the Holy Grail finder as Arthur establishes the Round Table on his wedding day.

King Arthur faces the monstrous Questing Beast and discovers a cursed line of kings. Merlin devises a chilling plan for the child destined to destroy Arthur. Disgraced knight Balin embarks on a quest for redemption that may curse England. Plus, beware the mosquito-like vampire creature of the week!

Explore the turbulent reign of King Arthur, facing rebellions and battles, aided by Merlin's magic. Uncover forbidden romances, encounters with monstrous creatures, and the tragic origins of famous monsters. Dive into a world of political complexities, alliances, and the courage of a young king.

Discover two Japanese fairy tales in this episode, one about a stonecutter's transformation from power to humility, and another about supernatural events at a Buddhist temple. Plus, learn about the blue men of the Minch who excel in poetry.

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

Thor loses his hammer and must get married to retrieve it. Norse mythology origins are strange, including poetry created from spit. A cautionary tale about staying out of the woods is shared, leading to love and puppet shows. The podcast delves into folklore and cultural influences, showcasing intriguing myths and legends.

In this podcast, they discuss the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche, including Cupid accidentally injuring himself with his arrow. The story involves a trip to the Greek underworld and the consequences of harbouring someone prettier than a goddess. They also talk about a forest creature with an annoying wood chip economy.