Myths and Legends

A young woman encounters a terrifying witch, receives a magical doll, and faces dangerous tasks. Exploring the complex character of Baba Yaga and her interactions with visitors. The podcast delves into Russian fairy tales and the intriguing story of Vasilisa the Beautiful.

A Russian fairy tale about a prince on a quest for the firebird, leading to a quest-within-a-quest. The creature of the week is a horse-headed monster. The podcast also mentions a sponsor and provides music credits. The chapters discuss Prince Ivan's determination and journey through the forest, as well as the legend of the tick-ballang creature.

The end of the saga of this legendary king has Viking battles, magic cows, and a long con to take over England. Ragnar's poor planning when it comes to cementing his legacy blows up in his face, and we catch up with Aslaug, the daughter of Sigurd and Brynhild, and the atrociously ugly couple that murdered her grandfather.The creature of the week is a little one-legged boy who grants wishes and has really smelly hair.Patreon! Patreon?Find the show on iTunesSay "hi" on FacebookSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the folklore origins of doppelgängers and the famous historical figures who have encountered them. Hear the eerie stories of Percy Shelley's encounters with a child-like figure and his own doppelganger as well as Abraham Lincoln's encounter. Dive into various historical accounts of doppelganger encounters including those of Queen Elizabeth I, Catherine the Great, and John Dunn. Plus, experience a chilling Japanese folktale about a priest who encounters a cursed creature in a haunted village.

Explore the tale of Ragnar Lodbrok, a legendary Viking king with a series of Viking battles, murder, betrayal, heartbreak, and a dragon fight. Discover the dangers of a long-fingered creature that tickles you to death in the woods. Learn about the background of the Viking age and the relationships between characters. Delve into the treacherous plot to steal from an old traveler seeking shelter. Witness the triumph and love between Ragnar and La Gritha. Uncover the tragic death of Ragnar's second wife, his encounter with an uncommonly ugly woman, and the folklore creature, the Shirale, who teaches magic and protects crops.

For centuries, people in western Europe believed in the existence of pig-faced women. This bizarre phenomenon involved women with pig heads, who were often mistreated by crowds and even proposed to by men. The podcast explores the origins of this myth and discusses specific stories, such as that of Tannikin, a woman with a pig-like face who attracted suitors interested in her deformity. Eyewitness accounts, personal ads for marriage, and the injustice suffered by Ms. Stevens due to a vicious rumor are also discussed. The hosts highlight the importance of making informed decisions and introduce the topic of powerful Viking women. Overall, the podcast sheds light on this forgotten and peculiar part of history.

Discover two amazing and unexpected Japanese fairy tales: one about a fisherman who enters the sea kingdom and faces unexpected consequences, and another about a boy whose obsession with drawing cats leads to surprising events. Also, learn about a helpful creature who might cost you your legs if you don't appreciate his assistance. The podcast explores the dark twists and turns of these fairy tales and teases future episodes.

Hercules completes his twelve labors, facing off against giant creatures, including a boar, bull, and Cerberus. The creature of the week is the Kamatachi, a trio of invisible weasels that attack with sickle-like nails.

The story of Hercules is one part gritty, serious tragedy and two parts over-the-top monster fights. This week, in the origin story of one of the greatest mythological heroes of the western world, we get to see the human side of the demigod before the story goes completely off-the-rails and it's just one big monster fight topping the next. But don't worry, there are also monster fights this episode.We'll see that Zeus is essentially the Don Draper of the Greek pantheon, only without all that pesky introspection or likability, and that if your husband cheats on you, you should bring down horrible punishments on everyone but him.On the creature of the week, it's a grotesque little piggy that just needs a hug. Say "hi" on Twittere-mail: Jason@mythpodcast.comFind the show on iTunes Music:"Melancholy" by DDmyzik"Offerdal" by Simon Mathewson"Shipwreck in the Pacific Ocean" by Rolemusic"Scientology and the Masses" by statusq"Fine without you (Remix)" by Steve Combs"Something Elated" by Broke for Free"Wandering" by Steve CombsSupport the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast explores stories about canines from folklore around the world, including Loki's poor choices, the legend of the black dog, a little dog becoming king of Denmark, and a heartbreaking tale about a dog. It also introduces a creature of the week. Dive into the complex relationship between dogs and wolves, and learn about mythological characters like Fenrir, Hell, and the Midgard Serpent. Discover the tragic misunderstanding that leads to devastating violence, and beware the angry mythological creature that resides in mounds.