Episodes

Mythology in all its bloody, brutal glory

Episode 154 – Love and War

This week on MYTH, we’re returning to the dawn of time for a tale from the very first city. You’ll learn that you shouldn’t trust a bad gardener, that cities make great hiding places, and that turning the seas to blood is a favorite pastime of pissed off deities. Then, in Gods and Monsters, the…
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Episode 153 – In Cold Blood

This week on MYTH, we’re going to cover one of the most famous stories from Greek mythology – Perseus and Medusa. You’ll discover that a wooden chest makes a dangerous boat, that heroing is all about the right accessories, and that prophecies are tricky. Then, in Gods and Monsters, no really, prophecy is very, very…
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Episode 152 – Big Bird

This week on MYTH, we’re heading back to the magical wonders of The Thousand and One Nights for the second of the epic voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. You’ll learn that you shouldn’t nap in strange places, that you can do a lot with just a turban, and that diamonds are a bird’s best friend.…
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Episode 151F – Dance Macabre

This week on MYTH, it’s the epic conclusion to the tale of the Mayan Hero Twins. You’ll see that you should always be kind to orphans, that you shouldn’t let dancers burn down your house, and that resurrection is tricky. Then, in Gods and Monsters, if you hear whistling from the woods, hide your thumbs.…
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Episode 151E – Power Play

This week on MYTH, Xbalanque is going to have to face the lords of death without his brother. You know, because he’s dead. Well, mostly dead. You’ll learn that decapitated heads make good balls, that it’s easy to confuse a skull ball with a rabbit, and that the best way to win a ball game…
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Episode 151D – Victory or Death

This week on MYTH, it’s finally time to play ball with Death. You’ll learn that even death gods hate mosquitoes, that macaw feathers can be used to light cigars, and that you should always be wary of bats. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a temple will be built using nothing but a lot of hot…
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Episode 151C – Slash and Burn

This week on MYTH, the trickster Hero Twins are going to grow up and come into their own. You’ll discover that farming is easy, that lice make bad messengers, and that you should be careful what you eat. Then, in Gods and Monsters, two brothers are going to get into a tussle over the love…
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Episode 151B – The Wonder Twins

This week on MYTH, we’ll find out what happened to Lady Blood and meet the legendary Hero Twins.  You’ll learn that owls may be death omens but they’re also chill dudes, that it’s surprisingly hard to kill a baby, and that monkeys are great dancers. Then, in Gods and Monsters, beauty and jealousy will get…
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Episode 151A – Take Me Out to the Ball Game

This week on MYTH, it’s our annual New Year’s special.  You’ll see that games can be deadly serious, that you should never trust an owl, and that the lords of the dead are tricksy fellows. Then, in Gods and Monsters, be careful not to say the name of this trickster spirit lest ye incur its…
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Episode 150 – That’s So Raven

This week on MYTH, it’s our annual Holiday Special as a special treat for your winter blues.  You’ll learn why you shouldn’t let children play with your valuables, why you should be careful what you drink, and why you should always do a barrel roll. Then, in Gods and Monsters, the animals will have to…
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