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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33-Ali Baba: Inheritance

Posted May 18, 201600:42:46

As you've probably come to expect, the story of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, perhaps the second most famous story from One Thousand and One Nights,...

32-Tricksters: Wager

Posted May 10, 201600:40:43

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Posted May 3, 201600:58:22

The conclusion of the Saga of Arrow-Odd, a man who is destined to live 300 years, yet cursed to be killed by his favorite horse. He's watched his friends...

31A-Viking Sagas: Odd Man Out

Posted April 26, 201600:43:53

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30-Latin American Folklore: Unbreakable

Posted April 19, 201600:36:46

A story from Chilean folklore about the smartest woman in the world, her talking shoe, and a prince that deserved a slap on the face. The creatures...