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Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastBreton Iannic-ann-ôdHello everyone! A short and bitter...sweet?? episode for you all today on the Breton spirits of the Drowned, lost dead...the Iannic-ann-ôd, otherwise known as Little John of the Shore... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2025-04-0619 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Loch Ness MonsterIt's finally time I covered Nessie! I was actually quite new to the stories surrounding Loch Ness so embark on this journey alongisde me as we find out a bit more :) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2025-03-0930 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Irish PucaIn this episode we take a look at another tricky, capricious creature from Celtic folklore - the puca!! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2024-10-2929 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThird Branch of MabinogionIn this episode we delve into one Man...awydan's journey through his mid-life crisis struggles!! This is the third branch of the Mabinogi and the last branch that I was set to cover. You can now listen to each branch in order of when I uploaded them or from 1-4 - enjoy!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2024-09-0442 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Lost Land of LyonesseHi everyone! In this episode we take a look at the Lost Land of Lyonesse, where the origins of the myth might come from and its links to Athurian legend and previous legends. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2024-05-1228 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Nuberu of AsturiasHello everyone! It is great to be back speaking with you all and I'm excited to share the mythology of the Nuberu of Asturias, an entity with control over the clouds, rain, thunder and lightning!2024-03-1923 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Enchanted Mouras of GaliciaHi everyone! I am delighted to introduce Galicia as another Celtic region that I will be delving into the folklore of in upcoming episodes. The enchanted mouras are beautiful creatures held thrall by a curse who are looking for someone to break it...scary or exciting?! Would you break the curse? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2024-01-2123 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastManx Sword DanceHi everyone! In this episode we explore one of the folk customs of the Isle of Man: The Sword Dance and White Boys Mummers play! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.  2024-01-0538 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Korrigans of BrittanyIn this episode we cover the confusing corrigan - are they twisted dwarf like piskies? Or beautiful sirens? Both of these things? Or something else entirely!? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-12-3126 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastA Mither of Life and DeathHi guys!! In this episode we look at the fascinating myths of the Orkney Islands, particularly that of the Sea Mither and her arch nemesis Teran as well as the horrifying nightmare fuel Nuckelavee.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-11-3027 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastSamhain, Gaelic HalloweenHappy belated Halloween! In this episode, we learn about the Gaelic festival of Samhain, the first day of winter! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-11-0529 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Tylwyth Teg: Welsh FairiesIn this episode I introduce the Tylwyth Teg, the fairies of Welsh mythology. We may cover them more deeply in future episodes, but enjoy a story and example for each! Gwyllion, mountain fairies Gwragedd Annwn, water maidens Ellyllon, elves Coblynau, mine pixies Bwbachod, hobgoblins People of the Otherworld (Annwn) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-09-3031 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCornish Food, Folklore and FeastenHi everyone! In this episode we take a look at how food plays a role in folklore, cultural customs and our sense of identity! The first part of a two-parter episode, the next part due Sept 31st. Thank you to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode: if you'd like to give it a go then you go to magicmind.com/celtic and use my code CELTIC20 for 20-50% off your order!  :) Cheers! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod 2023-08-3138 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastGEF The Talking MongooseIn this episode we cover one of the most strange hauntings - that of a talking mongoose! We are off course back to the lovely Isle of Man and this time we are taking a peek at the legend of Gef...the talking mongoose.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-08-0235 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastBallads of BrittanyHello everyone! In this episode we look at an interesting acdemic discussion on authenticity! Barzaz Breiz, or Ballads of Brittany is a 19th century compilations of Breton songs and tales from Théodore Hersart de la Villemarqué. But did he really collect them or make it all up!? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-06-1335 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastNightmare Scottish Water HorseIn this episode we are covering one of the most iconic pieces of Scottish folklore and mythology. The Kelpie. These nightmarish waterhoerses have often been confused with other creatures, so just how nasty ar ethey really? (spoiler: Very!!) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.  2023-05-3124 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastIrish VampiresDespite the catchy (and simplstic title!) we are going to be discussing a few different irish folktales in this episode. All of them loosely 'vampiric' in one way or another.  The Abhartach, the Dearg Due, the leannán sídhe and the sluagh.  Thanks for listening! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, ...2023-04-3031 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastMabinogi and MythologyI asked the lovely people of patreon whether they wanted the Mabinogion or a Mythological creature and it was almost even, so I decided to try and do both! Enjoy :) In this episode we finally cover the first branch :) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2023-03-261h 13Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastPobel Vean Little Folk of CornwallIn this episode we explore the different types of Cornish piskies, in a sort of revamped, updated version of my very first episode!!  Lots more information to share so why not?! There's piskies that like the moors, piskies that like the underground, abandoned buildings, fish...there's a piskie for everyone! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warri...2023-03-011h 06Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastManx MagicIn this episode we explore some of the different types of magic practitioners in the Isle of Man including witch-doctors and necromancers! 2023-01-3130 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastBreton Ankou, The Henchman of DeathHello everyone!! Today in this spooky, halloween appropriate episode we return to the beautiful and often melancholy rural countryside of Brittany to meet the frightening Henchman of Death and Church Guardian....the skeletal, hat wearing, scythe carrying Ankou!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2022-10-2433 minThe Welsh Witch PodcastThe Welsh Witch PodcastThe Enchantment of Celtic Mythology and Folklore with Celtic SiânIn this episode I am joined by Siân Esther Powell, aka Celtic_Siân, who is a museum professional and mythology enthusiast from Cornwall. We discuss the enchantment of Celtic myths and legends, and how they help us connect to our local landscape. We also discuss the ways in which Pagans and Witches might perceive myths and legends differently to academics and scholars, and how we can sometimes bump heads because of that. Beyond this, Siân and I also delve into the concept of "gatekeeping" our cultural traditions, and we wax lyrically about our upbringing in a Cel...2022-09-291h 05Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastSelkies and Seal HusbandsHello everyone! In this episode we finally cover one of my absolute favourite folkloric creatures: the Selkie! How can we use folklore to talk about difficult contemporary situations? And what about the (seal) men!!? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2022-08-3125 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastHeadless HorsemenIn this episode we discuss the Irish legend of the Dullahan, a headless horsemen galloping around rural Ireland as a death portent. Spooky stuff!2022-06-2931 minDreamSwarm PodcastDreamSwarm PodcastCornish & Welsh Folklore - Celtic Myths & LegendsWe are joined by the brilliant Sian Esther Powell, host of the Celtic Myths & Legends podcast for a great discussion on folklore, language and culture from Cornwall and Wales.   Introduction to the Celtic Nations Celtic Myths & Legends podcast The Cornish language Similarities between Wlesh and Cornish folkore and culture You can listen to the Celtic Myths & Legends podcast here https:/celticmythspodcast.com/   You can follow Sian on twitter here https://twitter.com/SianEsther2022-03-1527 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastBONUS EP: Sian's Yarns 1Hi everyone!  I made up a little Cornish christmas story today inspired by the myths and legends of Cornwall so hopefully you enjoy it! Happy holidays everyone! xx Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2021-12-1218 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastWelsh HagsThis episode we have a cheeky little introduction the Welsh hags Cyhyraeth and Gwrach y Rhybin!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start and end of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2021-11-1430 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCornish Urban LegendsOoops! I uploaded an old file, this should be correct!! Hello everyone!! It's been awhile, hasn't it? I'm very rusty with podcasting but I hope you will enjoy this episode touching upon the Owlman of Mawnan Smith, Morgawr the Falmouth sea serpent and of course...the Beast of Bodmin Moor.  Thank you for your patience!!2021-07-0224 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastFriendly Manx MermanHello everyone! Finally back with the TWENTIETH episode for you all! Here he learn about the friendly merman from Manx folklore ''Yn Dooinney Marrey'' and also a little bit of love for Manx cultural activist and historian Sophia Morrison who was a badass lady! 2020-11-2925 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastBreton Yan-gant-y-tanIn this episode you'll learn about the hairy demon that haunts the countryside of Brittany with a torch hand and a taste for golden chains! We will also be exploring symbolism and similar creatures in other Celtic myths and legends! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start and end of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2020-06-2832 minPatchwork Fairy TalesPatchwork Fairy TalesSpecial: Podcast RecommendationsOne of the things I want to try and keep doing in this time is spread good things. So here are some of my favourite shows to listen to that hopefully will bring you joy too. (This episode is rated E for the inclusion of sexual themes in the last promo, just to be sure. I give a warning before I play it.) Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song...2020-06-0308 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastNorthern Lights, Storm Kelpies and Green MaidensLearn about Giants fighting in the northern sky, storm Kelpies drowning sailors and why you should always keep your bargains with Green Ladies... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License. Text read - Wonder Tales from Scottish Myth and Legend  taken from: https://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/tsm/tsm08.htm First piece of music used (other than the...2020-05-1044 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastBONUS EP 1Hello, this is the first compilation of mini episodes. So...bonus episode! Here we learn about the Welsh dragon, Scottish unicorns, Irish cures, Cornish pixies, Irish fairies, scottish fairies, there's a few fairies okay! Let me know if you enjoyed this and think I should continue making them. 2020-04-101h 22Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Exile of the Sons of UisliuThis beautiful, and tragic romantic tale is part of the Ulster Cycle. There is something truly amazing about the blend of magical realism, tragedy, and realism in Irish medieval literature.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.    2020-04-0834 minHistory, eh?History, eh?BONUS: Tolkien, Documentaries and Puppies with Siân Esther PowellThis is more from the conversation with  Siân host of the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast.We talked for a while and it was all recorded... I figured why not add some bits of our conversation in this Bonus Episode for you too? It was very fun, I hope you enjoy! Host: RosieSocial Media: Twitter @historyeh | Instagram @historyeh.podcast | Facebook @historyeh | Website www.historyeh.comFollow the GuestGuest: Siân Esther PowellSocial Media: Twitter @CelticMythsPod |  Website Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast | Facebook Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastJoin me on the Blog for more in-depth information: Landscape and Folklore with Siân Esther Powell#History...2020-04-0108 minHistory, eh?History, eh?BONUS: Tolkien, Documentaries and Puppies with Siân Esther PowellThis is more from the conversation with  Siân host of the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast. We talked for a while and it was all recorded... I figured why not add some bits of our conversation in this Bonus Episode for you too? It was very fun, I hope you enjoy!   Host: Rosie Social Media: Twitter @historyeh | Instagram @historyeh.podcast | Facebook @historyeh | Website www.historyeh.com Follow the Guest Guest: Siân Esther Powell Social Media: Twitter @CelticMythsPod |  Website Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast | Facebook Celtic Myths...2020-04-0108 minHistory, eh?History, eh?1:17 Landscape and Folklore with Siân Esther PowellWelcome to this episode with Siân from the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast.Host: RosieSocial Media: Twitter @historyeh | Instagram @historyeh.podcast | Facebook @historyeh | Website www.historyeh.comFollow the GuestGuest: Siân Esther PowellSocial Media: Twitter @CelticMythsPod |  Website Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast | Facebook Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastJoin me on the Blog for more in-depth information: Landscape and Folklore with Siân Esther Powell#History #HistoryEh #Podcast #HistoryPodcast #Celtic #Folklore #Podcast #NewEpisode #Mythology #Culture #Identity2020-04-011h 02History, eh?History, eh?1:17 Landscape and Folklore with Siân Esther PowellWelcome to this episode with Siân from the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast. Host: Rosie Social Media: Twitter @historyeh | Instagram @historyeh.podcast | Facebook @historyeh | Website www.historyeh.com Follow the Guest Guest: Siân Esther Powell Social Media: Twitter @CelticMythsPod |  Website Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast | Facebook Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast Join me on the Blog for more in-depth information: Landscape and Folklore with Siân Esther Powell #History #HistoryEh #Podcast #HistoryPodcast #Celtic #Folklore #Podcast #NewEpisode #Mythology #Culture #Identity 2020-04-011h 02Celtic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastMabinogion: Math, son of MathonwyHere I share with you the fourth, and most complex branch of the wonderful Mabinogion. I give you some context on the Mabinogion - what it is and how it can be interpreted. Enjoy! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2020-02-231h 18House of Legends: World Myths & LegendsHouse of Legends: World Myths & LegendsEpisode 40: Celtic Myths & Legends with Sian Esther PowellWe’re back!I took a break from the podcast over the last couple as I’ve been grieving a loved one whom I lost recently. I’m glad to be back now, and with a very special guest: Sian Esther Powell, the host of the Celtic Myths & Legends Podcast. Sian and I chat about her podcast and what makes Celtic lore unique before diving into the folklore of Cornwall.Follow Sian’s podcast on twitter:https://twitter.com/celticmythspod?lang=enFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast/Suppor...2020-02-1840 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastMermaid of Zennor part 2The second part to my mermaids of zennor episode - listen to the previous episode 1st if you haven't already.  Learn why you shouldn't shoot at mermaids and why mermaids and other folkloric elements find themselves inside churches. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.  2020-02-1224 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Mermaid of ZennorEnjoy my own little version of the cornish folk tale Mermaid of Zennor. This episode is a little short and sweet but I thought I would try my hand at a bit of storytelling - with music!  Music included is: 1) Music from https://filmmusic.io "Celtic Impulse" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) 2)Music from https://filmmusic.io "Gregorian Chant" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) 3) Music from https://filmmusic.io "L...2020-01-2225 minWelsh History PodcastWelsh History PodcastEpisode 112 Interview with Siân Esther Powell Part 2This week it is part 2 of my interview with Siân Esther Powell from the Celtic Myths & Legends Podcast to talk about Welsh legends and its effect on history. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-12-2738 minWelsh History PodcastWelsh History PodcastEpisode 111 Interview with Siân Esther Powell Part 1This week I am joined by Siân Esther Powell from the Celtic Myths & Legends Podcast to talk about Welsh legends and its effect on history. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-12-1325 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastManx Moddey Dhoo & Other DogsIn this episode we explore the manx folklore of the Moddey Dhoo - a phantom black hound that is absolutely, totally, horrifying?!? Uhhh...or is it?? We also explore various other dogs in celtic folklore. Really, this is an episode for dog lovers! 2019-12-0342 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastDrowned Cities, Lost Lands...Drowned Cities, Lost Lands and Sunken Kingdoms...here we take a look at some of the myths surrounding water, flooding and cities and kingdoms lost to it. Covering Brittany, Wales and Cornwall and to a lesser extent Scotland and Ireland it is clear that these myths have a trace of folk memory to them, also religious and moral undertones. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attr...2019-09-2356 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Shetland IslandsExploring the folklore of the Shetlands; including the Wulver...a friendly werewolf, trows, the shy waterhorse nuggle and the interesting fusion of Celtic and Scandinavian folklore. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2019-08-2044 minSome Other SphereSome Other SphereEpisode 15 - Siân Esther Powell - Lady Charlotte Guest and the MabinogionThis weeks episode is about a remarkable woman from Victorian Wales called Lady Charlotte Guest and her quest to preserve the folklore and legends of her adopted homeland, which would be published as the Mabinogion, widely regarded today as one of the most important collections of medieval prose literature in Europe. The stories it contains began life as part of an oral storytelling tradition in Britains ancient past, featuring political intrigue, bickering royalty, warring armies, noble warriors, brave princesses, wizards, magical technology, trickster like anti heroes, monsters and many other archetypal characters and settings. Before it’s publication there wa...2019-06-2651 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe BansheeTaking a look at the Irish Banshee in myth and popular culture, and the scottish and welsh equivalents!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2019-05-0325 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastWassailing with the Mari LwydThis episode covers the wassailing folk custom of the Mari Lwyd which originated in South Wales!  Just in time for the Twelth Night! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2019-01-1747 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Giants of CornwallLearn about the Giant who made his home on St. Michaels Mount and lost his life to Jack the Giant Killer, what happens when Giants fall in love with saints and the tragedy of friendship between boy and giant. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.2018-11-0631 minThe History of VikingsThe History of VikingsCeltic Myths & Legends w/ Siân Esther PowellToday I speak with Siân Esther Powell, host of The Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast. We explore the world of Celtic mythology, how it relates to Norse myth and the primary sources that feature the myths. Referenced in Today’s Episode: Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast Follow The History of Vikings on YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.…2018-10-2127 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastMooinjer Veggey - Manx FairiesThis episode delves into the folklore surrounding the mooinjer veggey which are the fairy people of The Isle of Man!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2018-10-1926 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Bugul NozThis episode focuses on the Breton folkloric creature "The Bugul Noz" or "Night Shepherd" who is a frightening and repulsive creature who is kinder than he seems...with contrasts to other creatures from Breton (and briefly, also) Manx folklore.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2018-08-0823 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastElfhame and the Courts of FaerieThis episode explains the land of Faerie, or Fairyland, or Elfhame, it's Queen and the Seelie and Unseelie Courts of faeries!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2018-06-0719 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastThe Voyage of Mael Duin's CoracleThis episode concerns the 10th century medieval Irish immrama (sea voyage text) The Voyage of Mael Duin's Coracle (or Boat).  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2018-04-1032 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastMabinogion: BranwenThe second episode of the podcast focuses on the second branch of the Welsh Medieval Prose literature ''The Mabinogion''. Giants, and princesses and magical cauldrons await! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2018-01-2629 minCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastCeltic Myths and Legends PodcastIntroductions and The Cornish PixieThe first episode of the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast introducing the show, the creator and including a brief history and description of The Cornish Pixie.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod2017-12-0116 min