Myths and Legends

Latest Episodes
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
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.
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 Kanbar
275-Tibetan Folklore: Free Bird
A prince, chased by seven evil wizard roommates, seeks help from a hermit.
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 creatur
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 . Robin doesn't.
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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
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?
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
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.