Myths and Legends

Jason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history. Some, like the stories of Aladdin, King Arthur, and Hercules are stories you think you know, but with surprising origins. Others a

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362: Chinese folklore: Broken

Posted April 3, 2024 • 00:37:36

Two stories from Chinese folklore about broken things. A broken pot, a broken future, and how things can come together to heal. And why you shouldn't...

361: English folklore: In a Pickle (jar)

Posted March 27, 2024 • 00:40:24

Two stories from English folklore about perspective, and how you can't get something for nothing, but you can absolutely get nothing for something.

360: Leprechauns: Lucky

Posted March 13, 2024 • 00:37:36

The saga of Fergus mac Léti is, apparently, the first time leprechauns make their appearance in folklore. It's also the first time leprechauns try...

359: Celtic Folklore: A Berry Good Day...for Murder?

Posted March 6, 2024 • 00:35:57

Munachar and Manachar are two friends out for a fun day of berry picking, but when one commits the only unforgivable sin of hogging all the berries,...

358: Monkey King: Winded

Posted February 28, 2024 • 00:48:56

Back in the Journey to the West where Monkey and the gang are actually having an easy time of it and WHY IS IT SO HOT?

The creature is Muirbech...