Mythological Throwback Thursday

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Mythological Throwback Thursday, where we look through mythological figures, tales, and folklore to uncover the unusual, forgotten, or misunderstood bits of the stories we tell about our distant past.

Episodes

  1. 06/29/2019

    Episode 11: Sol Cycle

    In honor of the summer solstice, let's salute the sun and talk about some sun gods. You may know Helios and Ra, but what about Khepris and Kane? Listen to find out!

    Episode 11: Sol Cycle

  2. 06/21/2019

    Episode 10: Fantastic Cryptids & Where to Find Them

    This week we dive into some of the world's favorite cryptids, as well as some lesser known but still excellent beasties. Loch Ness Monster? Check! Bigfoot? Check! Jackalope? You betcha! And of course...The Vegetable Lamb of Tartary!

    Episode 10: Fantastic Cryptids & Where to Find Them

  3. 06/08/2019

    Episode 9: Gotta Catch 'Em All, part 2

    This is Part Two of our exploration of Pokémon myths, looking at the Japanese myths and lore behind some of our favorite pocket monsters.

    Episode 9: Gotta Catch 'Em All, part 2

  4. 05/30/2019

    Episode 8: Gotta Catch 'Em All, part 1

    Ever wonder about the real-life myths and legends behind some of your favorite Pokémon? So did we! This is Part One of our exploration of Pokémon myths, looking at lore from all over the world.

    Episode 8: Gotta Catch 'Em All, part 1

  5. 05/23/2019

    Episode 7: Beware of Ghost Dog

    The last in our Game of Thrones mythology series, today we say goodbye to Game of Thrones and the heckin' good doggo Ghost. We explore the famous spectral dogs of the British Isles, the Welsh hunting hounds of the faerie world, and a particularly vicious priest in Cornwall. Cave canem!

    Episode 7: Beware of Ghost Dog

  6. 05/17/2019

    Episode 6: Never Wake a Sleeping Dragon

    The second part of our series on Game of Thrones creatures, let's dive in to the history of Dragons. From their origins in Ancient Mesopotamia to their modern fictional counterparts, dragons are a constant source of terror and intrigue. Dracarys!

    Episode 6: Never Wake a Sleeping Dragon

  7. 05/09/2019

    Episode 5: Release the Kraken!

    In honor of the ending of Game of Thrones, we'll be doing a three-episode run of Game of Thrones mythological creatures, starting with the Sigil of House Greyjoy, the Kraken!

    Episode 5: Release the Kraken!

  8. 04/04/2019

    Episode 4: April Showers Bring Rain Gods

    April showers bring May flowers, but which gods bring the rain? We cover gods from ancient Yoruban, Aztec, Hawaiian, Chinese, and Egyptian traditions. This episode is awash in rain myths!

    Episode 4: April Showers Bring Rain Gods

  9. 03/28/2019

    Episode 3: April Fool's, Based on a True Story

    Ever wonder where April Fool's Day came from? In this episode, we'll tell you! Some of it's probably true, right?

    Episode 3: April Fool's, Based on a True Story

  10. 03/21/2019

    Episode 2: Persephone, Queen of the Underworld

    Kidnapped and tricked, Persephone is forced to spend a quarter of the year in the bleak Underworld. But each year when she returns, she brings the blooms of spring. What can we learn from this classic tale? Find out in today's episode of Mythological Throwback Thursday!

    Episode 2: Persephone, Queen of the Underworld

  11. 03/14/2019

    Episode 1: Saint Patrick, the Man, the Myth, the Legend

    Let's get to the bottom of the myths surrounding the man, Saint Patrick!

    Episode 1: Saint Patrick, the Man, the Myth, the Legend
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Mythological Throwback Thursday, where we look through mythological figures, tales, and folklore to uncover the unusual, forgotten, or misunderstood bits of the stories we tell about our distant past.

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