Best Weird Mythic Podcasts (2024)

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Legends of Mythical Birds: From the Phoenix to the Firebird 17:13

4h ago17:13

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It's easy for mythical birds to capture the imagination, whether it's the phoenix rising from the ashes, or Aethon eternally pecking Prometheus' liver. And let's not forget Odin with his ravens, Huginn and Muninn, or Memory and Thought. In Norse myth, they travelled out into the world and flew back to Odin to report on what was happening. Not all m…

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Folklore of Ornamental Birds: From Holy Birds to Death Omens 19:08

1h ago19:08

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Humans have found a whole range of uses for birds over the centuries. Hunting with them, keeping them for their song, using them for food or divination - and because some of them are uncommonly pretty. Look at the magnificent peacock with its elaborate tail, or the sweet little goldfinch with its black and red mask. Even the humble dove is both pro…

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Adventures in the Void Ep18 - ”There is no cover from a Broadsword” - Episode 7 - Classic Traveller Actual Play 2:08:24

2h ago2:08:24

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The crew of the Lady of Mercia make their way off Ralhe, now fugitives of the Imperium. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Come and join our games! https://discor…

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Magic pill and Sleepovers 1:05:57

29m ago1:05:57

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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (fall weather, apples, donuts, pizza); Ron asks if we would take advantage of a pill that eliminates the need to exercise; Chris talks about the fun of sleepovers as a youth. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https://discord…

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Debunking Historic Building Myths with James Wright 1:20:48

43m ago1:20:48

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James Wright (Triskele Heritage), is an award winning buildings archaeologist. He has two decades professional experience of ferreting around in people’s cellars, hunting through their attics and digging up their gardens. He hopes to find meaningful truths about how ordinary and extraordinary folk lived their lives in the mediaeval period. James is…

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Episode 122 - Natalie Wood's Death: Accidental Drowning Or Murder? 28:30

8h ago28:30

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Natalie Wood died off the coast of California's Catalina Island on November 29, 1981 — but some say her drowning may not have been an accident. https://allthatsinteresting.com/natalie-wood-death credits: https://allthatsinteresting.com/podcast-credits History Uncovered is part of the Airwave Media network: www.airwavemedia.com Learn more about your…

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Adventures in the Void Ep17 -Starships! 50:16

11m ago50:16

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This week Jake and I chat about STARSHIPS! Our favorites, the different kinds, starship combat in Tabletop roleplaying games. Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Fa…

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Episode 075 - Expanded Universe Overview - Novels, Part 7 1:08:07

43m ago1:08:07

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This episode resumes the hosts’ survey and discussion of each work in the current Star Wars canon by going over the next group of novels in release order. This episode discusses the works released in the leadup to The Mandalorian and filling in the gaps about the fall of the Empire, the books released as a tie-in to the opening of the Galaxy’s Edge…

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The Folklore of Garden Birds: Blackbirds, Sparrows, Wrens & Robins 20:16

10d ago20:16

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It's often easy to overlook what we see every day, or at least regularly. Perhaps that's why we overlook our humble garden birds in favour of majestic eagles or mischievous ravens as our favourite birds. Yet the commonality of these small, yet often noisy, birds explains why there is a comparative dearth of folklore about them. Compared to other bi…

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Moshi Moshi! You're About to Meet Some Demons! (Ep. 154) 16:13

14h ago16:13

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Two fascinating phrases in Japanese that have very creepy origins. What are you really doing when you answer the phone "moshi moshi" anyway? [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her b…

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Adventures in the Void Ep16 - ”We need more grenades” - Mythic Traveller Episode 6 - Classic Traveller Actual Play 2:21:03

14d ago2:21:03

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The crew of the Lady of Mercia make their move on the Vodenseye. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWePb Mythic Mo…

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Deadpool and Wolverine is great! (Spoilers) 1:09:51

1d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (streaming, Olympics, names, school, AI); We saw Deadpool and Wolverine (spoilers) and we talk about how Chris and technology are so far apart. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Come join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https://discord.gg/TbxA7gcUky) and follow…

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The Folklore of Birds of Prey: Companions and Competition 20:07

3d ago20:07

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Birds of prey have an interesting relationship to humans, having been both competing predators and avian companions for leisure pursuits. They've provided omens through the practice of augury, or divination by flight pattern. They appear in heraldic badges or become associated with deities in mythology. But they also have links with ordinary people…

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Yokai and Japanese Folklore with Thersa Matsuura 38:35

5d ago38:35

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Thersa Matsuura, an American author living in Japan, explores lesser-known aspects of Japanese culture, folklore, superstitions, and myths. Fluent in Japanese, she uses her research to write stories and for her podcast Uncanny Japan. She's also the author of The Book of Japanese Folklore, which explores a range of spirits, monsters, and yokai for J…

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Episode 121 - The Full Story Behind The Resignation Of Richard Nixon 37:31

24d ago37:31

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Almost exactly 50 years ago, on August 8, 1974, President Richard Nixon gave a televised address unlike any that a U.S. president had ever given before. He began by noting that it was his 37th time addressing the nation and stated that he’d spent the last several decades of his life in public service. But, as Nixon noted, he had lost the support of…

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Adventures in the Void Ep15 - "Why we play RPGs" with guest Seth Skorkowsky 1:45:38

7d ago1:45:38

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This week on the SpaceCast I chat with author, YouTuber and tabletop guru Seth Skorkowsky. We discuss skill based RPGs, sci fi RPGs, getting started in sci fi and why we play RPGs. Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Check out Seth's Youtube channel https://www.you…

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Episode 074 - Character Spotlight: General Grievous - Cyborg, General, and Psychopath 25:57

17d ago25:57

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In our continuing series of character spotlights highlighting interesting characters from the Star Wars Universe and analyzing both their in-universe traits and how they function as a character in the greater narrative, this episode dives into the half-life of General Grievous, supreme military commander of the armed forces of the Confederacy of In…

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The Folklore of Aquatic Birds of Cliffs, Lakes and Rivers 20:55

10d ago20:55

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Few watery scenes are quite complete without birds in the picture. Ducks drifting across a country pond. Gulls wheeling in the sky above the beach, before they divebomb an unsuspecting tourist for their chips. Kingfishers flashing along a river, a bright dazzle of colour against the water. They're so much a part of the scenery that aquatic birds ha…

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Episode 073 - The Acolyte Season 1: Cracks in the Jedi Foundation (Visual Media Survey, Part 9) 47:05

30d ago47:05

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In this episode, our hosts take a look at the most recent visual media series released in the Star Wars Universe: The Acolyte. Connor and Alex provide an overview and investigation of the plot of the series, from the Rashomon-style episodes portraying the events on Brendok, to the way noir mystery influences the first several episodes, to the beaut…

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The Tragic (or not?) Tale of Anchin and Kiyohime (Ep. 153) 17:25

14d ago17:25

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The Tale of Anchin and Kiyohime is an epic story of love, betrayal, and transformation into a serpent dragon, but there are several versions of this classic. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura…

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Adventures in the Void Ep14 - ”Weird Space Viking Sermon” - Mythic Traveller Episode 5 - Classic Traveller Actual Play 1:39:31

15d ago1:39:31

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The crew of the Lady of Mercia begin uniting the factions of the Vodenseye. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWeP…

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Creepy songs and feeling dumb 1:06:24

1M ago1:06:24

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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (napping, movies, gaming, college, EMS); Ron asks what is something that makes you feel stupid but is easy to use or do?; Chris runs us through some songs with some creepy lyrics. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Come join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https…

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Sunderland Ghost Stories: Grey Ladies, Serial Killers and Poltergeists 31:55

17d ago31:55

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Sunderland began life as three separate settlements on the River Wear. A fishing village called 'Soender-land', or land that is cut asunder' existed by 1100. By the 18th century, Sunderland had replaced Wearmouth, and that's why we still call it Sunderland now. In the past, Sunderland has exported coal, lime, alum, ropes, glass, and pottery. Sunder…

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175 – Top 5 2010’s Songs 1:47:56

29d ago1:47:56

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Hey Bae, hope you are ready to get turnt up to some lit tunes! We did the 80's, we did the 90's, and then the 2000's, so the time has come to finally listen to the tunes of the 2010 decade ! The 2010's were a huge leap in the music industry with the rise of streaming services and having every song at your finger tips. The songs of the 2010s did won…

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Witches and Witch Trials with Marion Gibson 49:11

19d ago49:11

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Marion Gibson writes accurate, engaging books about witches and magic in history. She’s been interested in witches for over thirty years, since she read the words of women accused of witchcraft in Elizabethan England. Why were they accused of crimes they didn’t commit? And why did they confess? Marion’s books tell the stories of these women and the…

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Episode 120 - The True Story Of Balto, The Sled-Dog That Saved A Town 25:48

1M ago25:48

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When a deadly epidemic hit the remote town of Nome in the winter of 1925, a group of mushers and sled dogs risked their lives to save the town — with Balto standing out from the pack. https://allthatsinteresting.com/balto credits: https://allthatsinteresting.com/podcast-credits History Uncovered is part of the Airwave Media network: www.airwavemedi…

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Would You Rather: Questions that will haunt your dreams.....and therapy sessions. 28:05

24d ago28:05

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Send us a Text Message. Strap yourselves in for a wild ride as we dive headfirst into the illogical, nonsensical, and oddly self-incriminating world of Would You Rather! This time, we venture into uncharted territory with questions that will have you questioning our sanity and life choices. (If you haven't already) Prepare for side-splitting laught…

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Adventures in the Void Ep13 - Traveller Chat #3 with Guest Jeremy Rector - ”High Guard” 1:09:36

1M ago1:09:36

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Another chat about the grandfather of science fiction tabletop roleplaying, TRAVELLER. In this episode we chat with guest Jeremy Rector about the options for spacecraft construction, customization and more in High Guard! Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Get Clas…

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Episode 072 - Mystic Materials of Star Wars, Part 2: Beskar and Cortosis 21:36

1M ago21:36

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This episode continues the series’ ongoing look at mythical and exotic materials in the Star Wars Universe, after exploring the role of kyber crystals last week, but expanding on the use and cultural significance of both beskar (used primarily in the forging of Mandalorian armor) and cortosis (notoriously one of the only materials in the Star Wars …

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Carlisle Legends: Ghosts, Secret Tunnels, and The Cursing Stone 28:56

24d ago28:56

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Carlisle began life as Luguvalium, a Roman settlement that grew out of the fort on the site. It was the capital of an ancient British kingdom. Both Vikings and Saxons captured the city. Over time, it took on strategic importance for its location near the Scottish border. But with so many clashes between the Scots and the English, not to mention the…

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Summerleen/Halloween 24:41

28d ago24:41

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Send us a Text Message. Jacklynn has a gripe that she wants to share with all y'all party people!! She is pissed. :P We also go off on a Rangent about Halloween and our fav and least fav costumes. Buckle up and listen in! Follow us on Instagram and come chat!! @weirdosofwhimsypod Hosts: @steviejames88 @jakalintee Watch us on youtube at https://www.…

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Hokkaido Yōkai and Mythical Creatures (Ep. 152) 14:10

2M ago14:10

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The northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido, also has its own brand of yōkai and mythical creatures. Here I talk about seven of them. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books inc…

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Adventures in the Void Ep12 - ”Hello fellow slave traders!” - Mythic Traveller Episode 4 - Classic Traveller Actual Play 1:51:49

1M ago1:51:49

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The crew of the Lady of Mercia finish the standoff with the imposter Space Viking and follow a lead to a slave trade to rescue their friends. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Fac…

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Have we forgotten how to philosophize? 1:03:49

30d ago1:03:49

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Welcome back! This week, after the normal Rigmarole (the heat, clothes, gaming, movies, cars); Ron asks what happened to famous artists and philosophers?; Chris asks what some of our vacation memories are. As always please like, subscribe, and share with your friends. Come join the discussions on the Discord Channel (https://discord.gg/TbxA7gcUky) …

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Episode 071 - Mythic Materials of Star Wars, Part 1: Kyber Crystals 26:21

2M ago26:21

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This episode of the first of a two-part series on exotic and mythic materials of Star Wars, this installment investigates the depiction and role played by kyber crystals play in the galaxy far far away. First, the hosts explore the works that explain and show the role of kyber crystals in Star Wars, from the lightsabers of Jedi and Sith to their (m…

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