The Myth Legend & Lore Podcast

Welcome to a mini episode of the podcast! Today's ep features Molly my lovely wee beagle, I'm sure you will agree her snoring is just lovely. The tale of Beothail comes from the Scottish Island of Lismore, this version was influenced by the work of Alasdair Alpin MacGregor's The Peat Fire Flame. I've included a few links that might be of interest, and would like to thank the creators of Pixabay an...

Today, I'm delighted to announce the return of The Myth Legend & Lore Podcast! Joining me, is a very special guest... the wonderful Rowdy Geirsson, as we dicuss his exceptional book The Impudent Edda! "Start with a deeply layered set of myths. Invite the best storyteller you know in the greater Boston area. Add alcohol (even more than the myths already contain), and you get The Impudent Edda....

Welcome to a wee return before Christmas! Today we have a news update and a tale that suits this time of year... I think! Welcome to the tale of Thidrandi, who despite his many admirable qualities, can fight neither death nor fate when it arrives upon horseback. Today's links include: Vræyda Literary www.vraeydamedia.ca/shop/saga-of-adis-siobhan-clark And for the ebook www.smashwords.com/books/vie...

Oral tradition is a wonderfully diverse form of communication in which societies share and maintain their knowledge, culture and history from generation to generation. It includes methods such as poetry, prose, storytelling and singing. However, over time much has changed if we consider how this practice has survived. Today I have the joy of welcoming author Joshua Gillingham, & narrator Alexander...

In today’s episode, I have the honour of featuring the wonderful music of Ian Fontova and his new album Tales of Olden. To accompany the music, we have a thrilling tale featuring Badb the battle goddess, a mythic isle, the legendary Boar King, and the wrath of Beira’s waves of misery! Ian and I very much hope you enjoy this episode, it has been a joy for us to work on it together. Below you will f...

Today we have The Tháttr of Nornagest, which can be found in the longer version of the Saga of Olaf Tryggvason, contained in the Flateyjarbók, a medieval Icelandic manuscript. Our adaption is from Nora Kershaw’s 1921 translation, based on Valdimar Asmundarson’s 1891 version. This tale has a host of legendary figures, as well as mythical, and it reveals an interesting portrayal of life in a norther...

Today I have the joy of welcoming Professor Carolyne Larrington to the podcast! Join us as we discuss her fascinating new book ‘All Men Must Die, Power and Passion in Game of Thrones’, a fascinating exploration of the narratives, themes, and characters of a truly epic series! Carolyne is a Professor of Medieval European Literature, Official Fellow of St John's College at the University of Oxford,...

Today I have the joy of sharing ‘An Bhuatais & the Meaning of Life’, the outstanding new album from Lorcán MacMathuna, with Martin Tourish, Daire Bracken & Éamonn Galldubh. The album is accompanied by a fascinating and engaging book; ‘An Bhuatais and The Meaning of Life, the mythological representation of hope, longing, and fire’ written by Lorcán, which is an enlightening & philosophical explorat...

As requested by a lovely listener, here is the saga in one go! The Saga of Frithiof the Bold is a continuation of Thorstein Viking’s Son, we have love, envy, battle, and a seafaring scene with a stave or two from our hero! Journey the seas as we re-join our old friend Angantyr who has made his home in the Orkneys. However, the tension between the sons of Beli & Thorstein results in the burning of...

In chapter’s 12-15 of The Saga of Frithiof the Bold, King Ring uncovers Thief’s true identity! Just when Frithiof thinks he must leave Ingibiorg behind, change is on the horizon, & perhaps one last battle with the brother kings! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901 http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm https://film...

In Chapter’s 7-11 of The Saga of Frithiof the Bold, we re-join our old friend Angantyr who has made his home in the Orkneys. However, the sons of Beli are up to no good, & someone loses a tooth or two in a fray that results in the burning of Baldur’s Meads! What of Ring & Ingibiorg? Let’s find out! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 190...

Today we have the beginning of a wonderful legendary tale; The Saga of Frithiof the Bold! A continuation of Thorstein Viking’s Son, part 1 covers chapters 1-6. We have love, envy, battle, and a seafaring scene with a stave or two from our hero! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901 http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h....

Today I welcome our good friend, author Joshua Gillingham to the podcast! Althingi – A Viking Game of Strength and Influence is the brand-new card game developed by Joshua, we also hear some exciting news about The Everspring, a sequel to The Gatewatch, and an anthology connected to Althingi! www.kickstarter.com/projects/joshuagillingham/althingi-a-viking-game-of-strength-and-influence   www.faceb...

Today I am delighted to welcome Woody Pather, author of Mythic Tales Retold! I think this gathering is going to encourage a smile, to pause our day for a moment, & fuel the fire of curiosity that burns in every one of us! Woody Pather: Twitter @PatherWoody https://linktr.ee/WoodyPather https://arunapather.wixsite.com/woodypather https://www.instagram.com/woodypather/?igshid=6v1jj1xq73g https://www...

Today I have the pleasure of welcoming Madeleine F White, the author of Mother of Floods! This is a rather special novel that takes us on a journey exploring the spiritual, digital, & the world we live in today. It is an intelligent, thought-provoking, and moving book, that we are delighted to share with you! Links: Madeleine F. White: @madeleinefwhite https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/mother...

Welcome to A Gathering of Skalds, & a celebration of National Poetry Day! We have the pleasure of welcoming Jeff Wolfe, who has prepared a selection of poetry from his debut book Mythical Grammar. We also have two promo's; Casting Through Ancient Greece, & The Past Less Travelled! Jeff Wolfe https://www.lulu.com/en/gb/shop/jeff-wolfe/mythical-grammar/paperback/product-1kkj27d4.html Twitter @wolfeo...

Welcome to an episode focusing on a tutelary figure from the folklore of the Scottish Highlands & Islands; the Glaistig! I hope you enjoy these tales, and please have a wee listen to some exciting news at the end of the episode! Links; https://eattheplanet.org/stinging-nettle-an-interesting-herb-with-many-virtues/ https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com http://fjorns-hall.com https://www.facebook.com/Fjornt...

Today I am delighted to host A Gathering of Skalds featuring our good friend & exceptionally talented author, Genevieve Gornichec. Please, sit back & enjoy a reading of What The Gods Left Behind, and don't forget to pre-book your copy of The Witch's Heart available February 9th 2021! www.genevievegornichec.com www.lunastationquarterly.com  Issue 041 Twitter - @gengornichec (prev. ironwitchy) YouTu...

Welcome to episode 2 of Víðförul: The Women Pioneers of the Vinland Sagas! Today we discuss Guðríður Þorbjarnardóttir & Þorbjörg lítilvölva; this captivating encounter is a highlight of the saga. We also look at the realities of marriage for young women, challenges faced by Eirik the Red’s colony in Greenland, medicine/magic/runes, & much more!   Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com   Saga Map; htt...

In this episode we will introduce Auð ‘the Deep-Minded’, the renowned Viking woman and protagonist of the first section of the Icelandic saga called Eiríks saga rauða in Old Norse, or the Saga of Eric the Red. Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdottír and myself, will guide you through a fascinating analysis of the life of this Viking Age woman who sailed the whale road to distant shores!  Visit us; www.vi...

Johanna Katrin Fridriksdottir and I are excited to share our new series we’ve developed for the podcast, you’ll also be able to watch a trailer on our website vidforul.wordpress.com or the Myth Legend & Lore YouTube channel! Keep a wee eye out for the launch of the first episode, but for now, we will leave you with this… Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com Music; Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m’es q...

It has been some time since we've had an Irish legend, so today we shall start the thrilling adventure of Finn and his men, as they battle an army of kings who would take Ireland for themselves!

Today I am joined by authors Joshua Gillingham, Eric Schumacher, Ian Stuart Sharpe, & Aaron Lax for the first Gathering of Skalds! In these special episodes, our guests narrate wonderful extracts from their new and & upcoming works. There really is no better way to listen to these remarkable tales, than from the Skalds themselves! Today's promo comes from Theshira & Rashalia of the Legendary Afric...

Today I narrate The Saga of Halfdan the Black from Snorri Sturluson's Heimskringla! As an introduction from the Ynglinga Saga, I have the interesting tale of Gudrod the Hunter, the murdered father of Halfdan. I very much hope you enjoy this saga!

Today's episode discovers the ancient Celtic festival of Beltane in Scotland! There are some fascinating legends and folklore tales attached to this celebration of regeneration, light and fire. At the end of the episode, there something a little different, I hope you all enjoy! https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-48119277 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnVmQKpqFTc