Episodes

Mythology in all its bloody, brutal glory

Episode 98 – Young Merlin

This week on MYTH, we’re riding back to ancient Britain for the origin story of one of the most famous wizards ever.  You’ll see that you shouldn’t build on a dragon, that history used to be a lot more fun, and that mercenary armies usually aren’t your friend.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’re traveling…
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Episode 97 – Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

This week on MYTH, we’re going to meet the owner of one of the most famous heads of hair.  You’ll discover that judging can be very hands-on, that killing a lion is a right of passage for folk heroes, and that not all riddles are good.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, two best buddy beasties…
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Episode 96 – Were Tiger? There Tiger!

This week on MYTH, we’re going to answer the question raised by William Blake – Tyger Tyger burning bright, in the forests of the night: what immortal hand or eye, dare frame thy fearful symmetry?  You’ll see that you shouldn’t trust a weretiger, that your neighbors probably suck, and that carrying water is hard.  Then,…
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Episode 95 – O Brother, Where Art Thou?

This week on MYTH, we’re visiting picturesque Romania to find the oddest twins you’ve ever met.  You’ll see why you shouldn’t eat someone else’s leftovers, why you should always have a magic sword handy, and why you should always follow your dreams.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, it’s very, very hard to cheat death even…
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Episode 94 – The Gambler

This week on MYTH, you gotta know when to hold ’em, know when to fold ’em, know when to walk away, and know when to run.  You’ll see that it’s not cheating if it’s for a good cause, that you shouldn’t bet what you can’t afford to lose, and that it’s good to have animal…
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Episode 93 – Magic the Hedgehog

This week on MYTH, we’ve got a hedgehog on a rooster – your argument is invalid.  You’ll learn what happens when you wish too hard, what a hedgehog’s favorite instrument is, and why you should obey legally binding contracts.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’re headed into the grimdark world of…chickens? Check out this episode!

Episode 92 – Adventure Time

This week on MYTH, we’re going to reconnect with a clever warrior from Celtic lore.  You’ll learn that the best way to launch a boat is to kick it, that you should always feed the birds, and that video games get boss fights right.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, you’ll see why you should never…
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Episode 91 – Roadrunner and Coyote

This week on MYTH, we’re dealing in tales of animal trickery and avian treachery.  You’ll learn that clothes maketh the bird, that you shouldn’t trust royalty, and that it doesn’t pay to be generous.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, you can totally trust the Coyote. Honest! Check out this episode!

Episode 90 – Cloak and Dagger

This week on MYTH, we’re going to talk about some Norse poetry.  You’ll discover why you shouldn’t bet on little boys, why you shouldn’t trust cryptic messages, and why squirrels make good insult messengers.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, the gods go to war. Check out this episode!

Episode 89 – A Hero’s Journey

This week on MYTH, we’re headed back to Latvia to catch up with our bear-slaying hero.  You’ll learn that they just don’t make boats like they used to, that it helps if a goddess thinks you’re cute, and that it’s easy for jocks to become best friends.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, it’s an adorable…
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