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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342: Japanese folklore: Lord Long Legs

Posted November 8, 2023 • 00:37:47

Lord Long Legs is a spider daimyo with ruthless mantis samurai. Sazaye has an impenetrable shell that will always keep him safe. An eel grilling couple...

341: Greek Mythology: The Huntress

Posted November 1, 2023 • 00:46:51

What happens when you mix chastity, violence, and absolutely zero private baths? The history of the Olympian Artemis...and a whole lot of problems.

340: Halloween: The Night that the Skeletons Came to Life

Posted October 25, 2023 • 00:37:00

A Halloween story about the specter bridegroom. A bridegroom. Who's also a specter...and the bride who's actually really ok with that.

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339: Norse Legends, Part 2: Fjord of the Rings

Posted October 18, 2023 • 00:44:37

The story of Frithiof and Ingeborg is rife with evil trolls, good trolls, sea witches, land witches, and how to move on when the tragedy of the past...

338: Norse Legends, Part 1: Mr. Viking, the Viking

Posted October 11, 2023 • 00:38:45

Viking is a Viking. His dad was either not very creative when it came to naming him, or had a very specific plan for his life. In his story we meet...