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The Celtic Myth Podshow will tell you ancient tales, stories, legends, folklore and mythology of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man bringing you the bravery of heroes and heroines, the magnificent pantheon of gods and goddesses and the magic and wonder of druids, faeries and folklore. The stories weave together the rich, beautiful tapestry of mythological history, battles and sagas of the Celts. You'll also find some 'Special' Shows with music, modern stories, some great information and lots more from the modern Celtic communtiy weaved in among the Story Shows.

Come and join Gary, Ruth and their friends as they tell you the great stories from Celtic legend. So sit down, get comfortable and join us for music, chat and a story from Celtic Mythology!

Celtic Myth Podshow Gary & Ruth Colcombe

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    • 4.8 • 195 Ratings

The Celtic Myth Podshow will tell you ancient tales, stories, legends, folklore and mythology of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man bringing you the bravery of heroes and heroines, the magnificent pantheon of gods and goddesses and the magic and wonder of druids, faeries and folklore. The stories weave together the rich, beautiful tapestry of mythological history, battles and sagas of the Celts. You'll also find some 'Special' Shows with music, modern stories, some great information and lots more from the modern Celtic communtiy weaved in among the Story Shows.

Come and join Gary, Ruth and their friends as they tell you the great stories from Celtic legend. So sit down, get comfortable and join us for music, chat and a story from Celtic Mythology!

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    • 1 min
    The Fostering of Pryderi

    The Fostering of Pryderi

    The young Pryderi is to be sent away from his parents.

    Part 1 of the Second Branch of the Mabinogion story. Dyfed's chief Druid, Pendaran has some serious news for Pwyll and Rhiannon. Their young boy Pryderi has to be sent away to be fostered in the the court of Bran the Blessed.
    Running Order:
    Intro 0:37
    Recap 3:01 Story 5:29 Listener Feedback - Renee 31:02 Promo - Inciting a Riot Podcast 32:16 Dancing in Nature - George Nicholas & Cernunnos Rising 33:48 The full Show-notes for this show can be found at http://celticmythpodshow.com/fostering
    We hope you enjoy it!
    Gary & Ruthie x x x
    It's always great to hear from you! Email celticmythshow@gmail.com or call us Speakpipe

    We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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    • 38 min
    The Eagle Strikes

    The Eagle Strikes

    Llyr and Penarddun are married with a huge wedding feast, but their joy is short-lived.

    The great King Llyr marries Penarddun in a great feast attended by the High King, who has a special plan for him. Their marriage is full of joy but sadly interrupted by a terrible tragedy. Penarddun faces a horribe decision.
    This episode is the second episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.
    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/eaglestrikes
    Running Order:
    Intro 0:37 Promo - In Bed With A Druid 2:12 Recap 3:02 Story 4:12 Listener Feedback - Julie 35:50 Promo - Myth, Legend & Lore Podcast 37:05 Woebetide Hill - Kim Thompsett 38:20 We hope you enjoy it!
    Gary & Ruthie x x x
    It's always great to hear from you! Email celticmythshow@gmail.com or call us with Speakpipe

    We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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    Email us at: celticmythshow@gmail.com.
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    • 44 min
    Dreaming the Crow

    Dreaming the Crow

    A huge Irish fleet arrives on the shores of Wales with an interesting proposal for Bran, the Welsh High King.

    Matholwch, the Irish High King, arrives on the shores of Wales with a proposition for Bran the Blessed, the High King of Wales. He suggests a marriage between the two islands: the Emerald Isle and the Island of the Mighty by arranging a marriage between Branwen and the Irish High King, Matholowch.
    This episode is the 3rd episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.
    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/dreaming
    Running Order:
    Intro 0:39 Recap 3:13 Story 4:45 Listener Feedback - Lane 26:47 Promo - Fabulous Folklore 28:22 These Hollow Hills - Damh the Bard 29:34 We hope you enjoy it!
    Gary & Ruthie x x x
    It's always great to hear from you! Email celticmythshow@gmail.com or call us with Speakpipe

    We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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    Contact Us:
    You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe
    Email us at: celticmythshow@gmail.com.
    Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow,
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    • 34 min
    The Price of Peace

    The Price of Peace

    Bran the Blessed and the Irish High King Matholwch sit down to discuss the terms of Branwen's arranged marriage.

    Is Matholwch going to be the right husband for Branwen? Will Bran and Matholwch agree on a policy of mutual aid should either the Kingdom of Erin or the Island of the Mighty be invaded? And if they do, will Branwen be happy and what exactly will be the Price of Peace.
    This episode is the 4th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.
    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/peace
    Running Order:
    Intro 0:32 News and Views 1:00 Recap 2:30 Story 3:48 Listener Feedback - Michael 25:09 Promo - The Faerie Folk Podcast 27:37 Brighid - Spriggan Mist 28:55 We hope you enjoy it!
    Gary & Ruthie x x x
    It's always great to hear from you! Email celticmythshow@gmail.com or call us with Speakpipe

    We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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    Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows
    Contact Us:
    You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe
    Email us at: celticmythshow@gmail.com.
    Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow,
    Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth),
    Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow)
     
    Help Spread the Word:
    Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :)
    If you've enjoyed the show, would you mind sharing it on Twitter please? Click here to post a tweet!
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    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
195 Ratings

195 Ratings

Tara Dockery ,

I'm glad they're back!

I feared this wonderful podcast had faded, so I was thrilled to see that they are back. It's such great storytelling of the Celtic myths.

Nicknee01 ,

Still listening

After 4 years... still listening to these stories. ❤️

Cstew55 ,

Just found the show!

Great stories!

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