The Faerie Tavern

Is Misery a friend that sticks closer than a brother? But don’t worry, there’s plenty of misfortune to go around. Sometimes playing hide and seek is the best way to deal with your problems. Join us as we continue our series in Russian Fairy Tales. Oh, and make sure to hide your spoons if Baba Yaga shows up!

Can the King of Cold find love after all? But who knew Jack Frost had such a way with the young maidens? Just don’t break his heart, or he’ll give you the cold shoulder! Join us as we continue our series in Russian Fairytales. Giants, mysterious islands, mountains of salt, Jack Frost and other shenanigans await. Just don’t boast about that giant giving you a lift back home!

What would you do if a magical talking fish offered you ultimate power? And why do Russian dragons keep riding horses? Join us as we attempt to answer these pressing questions and more as we explore more Russian Fairy Tales!

The longer your mustache, the greater your power level! That is, according to this story at least. Join us as we follow the tale of Ivan the peasant’s son as he fights powerful shapeshifting dragons, saves a princess, and even makes some friends along the way. But good things often come in small packages, and there are some foes, not even Ivan is strong enough to face alone…

You've heard of the hero Beowulf, but have you ever heard of Beewolf? This jolly and lovable protagonist will steal your heart. He may be a monster slayer, but he still loves to eat honey and give great bear hugs. Join us as we explore Beowulf, but with an interesting twist in Sellic Spell!

The drama continues as Athena pushes the suitors further toward their doom. Penelope proposes a contest of strength for the man fit to marry her. Will Odysseus's hands find their strength in time to end the treachery of the suitors? And how can the sorrows of a family torn apart by tragedy be mended? Find out in this final installment of our series covering Homer's Odyssey!

The adventure continues as Odysseus finds himself back in his home of Ithaca. However, the danger is not over yet. Athena hatches a plot to overthrow the suitors through subterfuge. Odysseus must hide his true identity until the right time. But how long can he stay silent while the suitors wreck everything? Join us as we continue to explore the Odyssey!

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Due to an unfortunate and explosive emergency, the Faerie Tavern was closed today! But do not worry, we have something special in store for you. The Faerie Tavern may have been closed, but we have somewhere very similar to meet. This restaurant is a mystical and enchanting icon of American culture! You may meet many strange travelers with tales of their own. Join us as we take a short break from o...

You've landed on a mysterious island. You climb the nearest hill. Peering across this strange land, you see only an endless multitude of trees. But then something far away just catches your eye. A plume of smoke rises way off in the distance. Should you go see what it is, or stay where it is safe? Find out what happens next in this installment of our series on the Odyssey!

Once again we are returning to the work of Homer. The Odyssey is a timeless classic that has reverberated throughout antiquity. Though a wild and enchanting tale, it explores mysterious aspects of the human experience such as love, family mortality, and suffering. Join us as we follow the story of Odysseus and his journey home from the Trojan War!

Would you eat food that was given to you by a talking stallion? I wouldn't, especially if the food was coming out of his ears! In this episode, we return to the whimsical stories of the Irish. Giants, magic shapeshifting, and romance await in this 4th installment of Irish Folktales!

The war intensifies as the story comes to a close. With the ban of Zeus reversed, the gods are now fully immersed into the conflict. As the gods fight among themselves, the anger of Achilles burns over the the battle field. The fate of Troy looks bleak, but an ominous doom lies over the son of Peleus. Join us as we wrap up this series on Homer's Iliad!

The war continues as the two sides fight to the bitter end. But when Zeus is lured away by the seductive charm of a goddess, chaos ensues on the battle field. Hector is in mortal danger, but Zeus returns to the battle with new fervor. He will give glory Achilles, but also to Hector, before the end. The cost of war is high, and the best of the Achaeans will soon be revealed.

The wrath of man is a bitter cup, but who can quench the rage of a god when it is set against you? Caught between their own honor and the iron will of Zeus, the Greeks have found themselves in such a bind. With no god to help them and Zeus set always against their success, the hope of victory is breaking. If only Achilles could be convinced to join the battle, they could wash over the Trojans like...

War is a cruel thing. It can take and take until there's nothing left to give. Such was the case of the ancient war between the Greeks and the Trojans. Brought on by one man's greed and wild passion, and urged on through pride and stubborn rage, the flames of conflict flared up so high as to engulf the very powers of heaven. Join us as we explore this great work of antiquity.

Picture this, you are a traveler from a distant land, walking the streets in the ancient city of Uruk. As you take in the sights and sounds of the bustling marketplace, you see out of the corner of your eye the dreadful visage of a huge and ferocious wild beast in human form. Covered in bulging muscles and poised to attack, it snarls at you. Then as it bolts in your direction, you think that it's...

Have you ever wondered what secrets your cat may be hiding? Behind that innocent little cute face may hide devilish intentions. Foxes are also mysterious creatures. Never try to outsmart a fox or you may find yourself in a terrible pickle. Worst of all is the wee folk. If you cross them, they will make sure you never forget. Join us as we continue to explore Irish Folktales.

Have you ever heard of the tale of Jack and Jill? Well there's also a story called Jack and Bill! However, this time they don't go up a hill or fetch a pail of water, but there is a well of water that turns to blood. This story has it all, giants, serpents, magic, talking animals, and somehow the guy who bullied you in middle school, all weaved into one masterful work! Just stay away from the craz...

Did you ever hear about the time a magical green man aided the son of the King of Ireland on his quest to find his dream girl? Have you ever heard of the time that saint Patrick faced off against a wizard in a battle that shook the earth? Join us as we look into some of the great tales and treasures of the Irish people. Both the folly and fortune, the whimsical and the tragic, give us insight into...

Have you ever looked at a map and thought of places you could go, the adventure that must await in far away exotic places? Today we explore the tale of such a man who also dreamed of traveling to distant places on the edge of the unknown. However, having finally achieved his dream, he found that his adventure was nothing like he thought it would be. His experiences rocked him, and he did not come...

Have you ever looked at a birch tree, and wished you could get away from your problems by swinging on its branches? ,Well, you're in the right place. Today, we are unpacking the poem, Birches, penned by one, Robert Lee Frost. He was a legendary poet, and a frequent traveler to the Faerie Tavern. His poetry often draws from the simple beauty of nature to tease out greater reflections about life and...

Join us as we continue our journey exploring the tale of Beowulf. Tragedy has once again stricken the fair halls of Hrothgar after the life of his trusted companion and friend is snatched away by another, yet more ancient, fiend bent on revenge. Now Beowulf must plunge deep into the murky depths to find the monster's lair to end this terror once and for all. The fate of the Danes lies on his shoul...

Join us on our podcasting journey as we delve into the oldest and one of the most iconic stories in the English language. A mighty king is brought low in sorrow by a ruthless terror that lurks in the shadows, but hope arrises when a brave young warrior clad in mail arrives with a company of men from across the sea. Will his errand to save the king from his awful plight and bring joy to his trouble...