Myths and Legends

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod
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Jun 24, 2015 • 28min

3C-Vikings: Renewed shall be Blade that was Broken

In this episode of the podcast, the hosts explore the influence of J.R.R. Tolkien in the Norse myths, including the appearance of a cursed ring and the reforging of a legendary sword. They also discuss Loki tearing a family apart and Odin's disguises. The episode features huge Viking battles and people transforming into animals. The creature of the week is a leprechaun's relative who loves getting drunk and harassing dogs.
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Jun 18, 2015 • 26min

3B-Vikings: All that Hate’s Gonna Burn You Up

In this podcast, the Saga of the Volsungs continues with a princess held captive, a guerrilla war, and a battle of insults. Norse mustache as a filter for poisons is explored. The creature of the week is the fossegrim, who loves mutton and teaches fiddle.
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Jun 3, 2015 • 30min

3A-Vikings: The Norse and the Furious, Bredi’s Drift

Swords, dragons, werewolves, Vikings, betrayal, and revenge are the focus of this captivating podcast episode. It delves into the Saga of the Volsungs, a tragic Norse family caught in a cycle of vengeance. The chapter also introduces the barbegazi, a helpful frozen beard creature, and explores Norse mythology, warring kingdoms, and the destructive nature of revenge.
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May 27, 2015 • 31min

2B-Aladdin: A Whole New World of Problems

In this podcast, the original Aladdin story is explored, including Aladdin's rise to power without magic. The chapter also discusses shape-shifting dolphin people and the mythological creature of the week. Aladdin's marriage is put in jeopardy, his palace disappears, and a mob rises. However, Aladdin reunites with Princess Ruby after defeating the magician who kidnapped her. Lastly, the podcast explores the fascinating world of shape-shifting dolphins in the Amazon River.
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May 20, 2015 • 24min

2A-Aladdin: The Magician’s Nephew

Discover the bizarre original story of Aladdin, where a poor man uses unlimited power to become the richest man alive. Learn about the jinni and their unique abilities. Follow Aladdin's journey from a lazy scoundrel to a hopeful young man. Explore Islamic mythology and the powers of genies. Join Aladdin on his quest to marry the princess and uncover the truth about his uncle. Dive into the concept of sleep paralysis and its impact on nightmares.
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May 13, 2015 • 32min

1C-Knights of the Round Table: The Lion Knight Rises

In this episode, you'll see that you should definitely interfere if you see two apex predators fighting to the death in the wilderness. We'll finish the story of Yvain, a knight of King Arthur's court, as he (mostly) sees the error in his ways and (mostly) seeks atonement for his extreme selfishness.After you hear the creature of the week, you won't want to get up to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night for fear of running into this greasy little red guy from Japanese mythology.Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 6, 2015 • 18min

1B-Knights of the Round Table: You’re So Yvain

This week, we're continuing the story of Yvain, a knight of King Arthur's court who we left in a very bad spot. He'll find an ally within the castle walls, get a magic ring, and try to find a way to hold out, since it's only a matter of days until Arthur will be there with his knights.The picture linked above is the Mythological Creature of the Week: the sad, sad story of the changeling - a troll baby who's only crime was not being as stylish as a human baby.Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 30, 2015 • 17min

1A-Knights of the Round Table: Yvainglory

This week on the Myths and Legends podcast, I’ll introduce the show and discuss what it’ll be about. Then, we’ll start right in on the story of Yvain, a knight of King Arthur's court who'll show that by being a huge jerk to nearly everyone you'll get everything you can ever want, throw it all away, and get it all again!Then, for the mythological creature of the week, the hidden folk of Iceland, cheerful little elves who might give you great gifts or rain rocks down on you.Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 27, 2015 • 56sec

Myths and Legends Trailer

A little bit about what to expect when you listen to Myths and Legends.   Subscribe using your favorite podcast app: http://apple.mythpodcast.com http://spotify.mythpodcast.com http://stitcher.mythpodcast.com   or just search for "Myths and Legends"Support the show: https://www.mythpodcast.com/membershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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