Raconteur - History & Mythology

Raconteur
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Bringing to life the greatest stories from history and mythology through vivid storytelling to both entertain and educate. New stories released weekly. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w

  1. Sun Wukong - The Monkey King of Chinese Mythology

    06/16/2021

    Sun Wukong - The Monkey King of Chinese Mythology

    Sun Wukong, the Monkey King of Chinese Mythology. Sun Wukong is a legendary figure from Chinese mythology that remains well known in modern popular culture. Possessing great strength and many abilities, the monkey King has a fascinating story of power, rebellion against the heavens and redemption at the hands of simple monk. So who was Sun Wukong, and what was his story? Let’s find out together... Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/lHiEjJbvK_g Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    6 min
  2. Cernunnos - Horned God of Celtic Mythology

    06/08/2021

    Cernunnos - Horned God of Celtic Mythology

    Cernunnos, the Horned God of Celtic Mythology. Cernunnos was a mediator of man and nature, able to tame predator and prey so they might lie down together and live in peace. Cernunnos remains a mysterious deity with little known of him as his original mythos has been lost to history. But what do we know about this fascinating horned god? Let’s find out together Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/ZozJkHbQmY4 Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    4 min
  3. Adonis and Aphrodite - Tragic Love Story from Greek Mythology

    03/28/2021

    Adonis and Aphrodite - Tragic Love Story from Greek Mythology

    Adonis and Aphrodite, a classic tale from Greek mythology that touches on themes of love, lust and rejection. Adonis, the mortal personification of masculinity that captured the heart of the Goddess of love Aphrodite. But did it, as is usually the case, inevitably all go wrong for this beautiful couple? Let’s find out together... Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/jb3RYrau0Zk Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    5 min
  4. Prometheus - Titan Saviour of Mankind in Greek Mythology

    03/20/2021

    Prometheus - Titan Saviour of Mankind in Greek Mythology

    Prometheus, a Titan God of Fire from Greek Mythology whose story holds a special place in folklore even to this day. Prometheus was a great saviour of mankind, sheltering the human race from many of the angry whims of the Greek Gods. For this, Prometheus was fated to receive one of the most dramatic punishments in memory, a sacrifice that was never forgotten. So, who was Prometheus, and why was he forced to endure such torture on our behalf? Let’s find out together Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/eTsWoiFlcZ0 Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    4 min
  5. Odin and the Runes of Power - Norse Mythology

    03/17/2021

    Odin and the Runes of Power - Norse Mythology

    Odin and the runes of power. A fascinating tale from Norse Mythology that demonstrates once more the desire of Odin to pursue all possible sources of knowledge and power in the cosmos. Odin is willing to sacrifice anything in his quest and in this story, the Nordic runes of power are the target. Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/iFtf_fU7MUw Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    4 min
  6. Wendigo - Demonic Spirit of Native American Mythology

    03/06/2021

    Wendigo - Demonic Spirit of Native American Mythology

    The Wendigo, a terrifying demonic spirit from Native American mythology that represented the darkest potential of the human spirit in the most gruesome of manners. The Wendigo was famine and gluttony incarnate and remains as haunting today as it ever was. But what made the Wendigo so feared? Let’s find out together... Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/ntgSxBHbIl0 Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    7 min
  7. Typhon - Father of Monsters in Greek Mythology

    02/27/2021

    Typhon - Father of Monsters in Greek Mythology

    Typhon, the father of monsters in Greek mythology. Typhon is a rare example of a being that is both a monster and a God, a potent mix that made him so feared throughout Greek mythology. Determined to rule in place of Zeus, a titanic battle was inevitable that would shape the rest of Greek mythology. So who was Typhon, and why was he so dangerous? Let’s find out together... Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/PlFeDEBt-mw Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    4 min
  8. Orpheus and Eurydice - Tragic Love Story from Greek Mythology

    02/19/2021

    Orpheus and Eurydice - Tragic Love Story from Greek Mythology

    Orpheus and Eurydice, a tragic love story from Greek mythology that has inspired many great artists in the centuries since. A story that speaks of the power of music to form unbreakable bonds whilst also challenging notions of faith in the word of the Gods. So, who were Orpheus and Eurydice, and how did it all go wrong for them? Let’s find out together... Here at Raconteur, we bring to life the greatest stories from history and mythology to both entertain and educate. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w/?sub_confirmation=1 Video version of this story - https://youtu.be/XYsnwTZ4JCE Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au New stories weekly. Thanks for listening!

    7 min
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Bringing to life the greatest stories from history and mythology through vivid storytelling to both entertain and educate. New stories released weekly. We are also on YouTube! For video versions of each story visit and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU4yfCCgXTUYcSPI0_5rP9w

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