In 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 …

In 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.…

Hi 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 th…

Hello 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!

Hi 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 Faceb…

Hi 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…

In 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 tak…

Hi 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 …

Happy 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, licen…

In 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/c…

Hi 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% …

In 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/C…

Hello 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.…

In 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:/…

Despite 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_si…

I 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/celti…

In 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/celticmyt…

In this episode we explore some of the different types of magic practitioners in the Isle of Man including witch-doctors and necromancers!

Hello 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_s…

Hello 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/celtic…

In this episode we discuss the Irish legend of the Dullahan, a headless horsemen galloping around rural Ireland as a death portent. Spooky stuff!By Sian Esther Powell

Hi 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/CelticMythsP…

This 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 …

Ooops! 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!!…

Hello 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!