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Mythgard Academy Mythgard Institute
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Mythgard Academy aims to make engaging discussions of fantasy and science fiction literature free and open to everyone. The Mythgard Academy program features live discussions with Dr. Corey Olsen, The Tolkien Professor, and other experts on speculative fiction. Books are nominated and voted on by our supporters, and recordings are available for free via podcast and the Signum University YouTube channel.
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MSA033: Till We Have Faces, Session 24
Tonight we will look at the final temptation of Psyche and the long-awaited reunion.
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MSA033: Till We Have Faces, Session 23
Tonight we and Orual look back at the earlier narrative with a new perspective.
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MSA033: Till We Have Faces, Session 22
Orual absorbs what she learned in her day in court.
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MSA033: Till We Have Faces, Session 21
Orual's day in court finally comes: her complaint against the gods is to be heard.
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MSA033: Till We Have Faces, Session 20
Tonight we will look at Orual's final two visions of suffering and impossible tasks, and prepare for the Trial of the Gods.
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MSA033: Till We Have Faces, Session 19
So you've realized the uncomfortable truth that you are Ungit. What do you do?
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Customer Reviews
An Unique and Remarkable Podcast
From the beginning of podcasts, I’ve been an avid listener of history and literature podcasts. Recently discovered, this podcast stands out. It covers old and new favorites of mine, some of which I’ve read many times over the last 5 or 6 decades. It is not just a lecturer - indeed, Dr. Olsen presents as a student who is learning as one among many - but there are many present who questions and comments he reads with named voices. I myself have learned so much that is new and fresh and insightful. For all who listen Plutarch’s words ring true: “The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.”
In-depth readings
Dr. Olsen is a joy to listen to and study with. You’ll get more out of a book than you ever imagined possible. There’s a whole community of people who are as passionate about speculative fiction as I am, and it’s so cool.
Excellent Content
This is a great podcast! It’s taken from a series of discussions/lectures by Mythgard Institute regarding classic works of science fiction and fantasy novels. The lecturer, Dr. Corey Olsen, is thoughtful, articulate, passionate and very familiar with the material. These are University level analyses of literature available for free. Would recommend to anyone with an interest in “The Lord of the Rings,” “Dune,” and other related works.