The Myth Legend & Lore Podcast: Recent Episodes
Siobhan Clark
Mythology Legend & Folklore Podcast with Siobhan Clark. A place where we can journey into the past & share the tales of myth, legend, or lore that have captured our imaginations and fired our curiosity! mlegendlore@gmail.com @LoreMyth
Welcome to a wee return before Christmas!
Today we have a news update and a tale that suits this time of year... I think! Welcome to the tale of Thidrandi, who despite his many admirable qualities, can fight neither death nor fate when it arrives upon horseback.
Today's links include:
Vræyda Literary
www.vraeydamedia.ca/shop/saga-of-adis-siobhan-clark
And for the ebook www.smashwords.com/books/view/1153292
Jacob Foust & The Saga Thing Podcast
(Instagram) Skarphedin_Illustrator
sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com/podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/saga-thing
Torulf
torulf.bandcamp.com
Speak Viking
www.speakviking.com
Oxford University Press
uk.bookshop.org/books/eirik-the-red-and-other-icelandic-sagas
HR Ellis Davidson
www.amazon.co.uk/Myths-Symbols-Pagan-Europe-Scandinavian
Myself
Twitter/TikTok/Instagram - @LoreMyth
Facebook - Myth Legend and Lore Podcast
Gmail - mlegendlore@gmail.com
YouTube - The Myth Legend & Lore Podcast
Oral tradition is a wonderfully diverse form of communication in which societies share and maintain their knowledge, culture and history from generation to generation. It includes methods such as poetry, prose, storytelling and singing. However, over time much has changed if we consider how this practice has survived.
Today I have the joy of welcoming author Joshua Gillingham, & narrator Alexander C. Stewart, as they announce the release of The Gatewatch audiobook! Join us as we discuss Joshua’s epic adventure novel and its marvellous characters, oral tradition, poetry, audiobooks & much more!
Joshua Gillingham
www.joshuagillingham.ca
www.facebook.com/TheGatewatchNovel
twitter.com/JoshMGillingham
Alex C. Stewart
twitter.com/AlexcStewartVA
www.instagram.com/alexcstewartva
Crowsnest Books
www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch
Sources:
Peter Hallberg - Old Icelandic Poetry: Eddic Lay and Skaldic Verse
www.amazon.ca/Old-Icelandic-Poetry-Eddic-Skaldic/dp/0803208553
Please check out SkarphedinArt on Etsy and Instagram where you can discover past and present illustrations, and eagerly await the future work of Jacob and SkarphedinArt!
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SkarphedinArt
www.instagram.com/skarphedin_illustrator
Music used in promo is Yngve-Frej from the Midsolsblot album by Torulf
torulf.bandcamp.com/album/midsolsblot
Background music:
Kai Engel - Chapter 4/Fall Smouldering
https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com
In today’s episode, I have the honour of featuring the wonderful music of Ian Fontova and his new album Tales of Olden. To accompany the music, we have a thrilling tale featuring Badb the battle goddess, a mythic isle, the legendary Boar King, and the wrath of Beira’s waves of misery! Ian and I very much hope you enjoy this episode, it has been a joy for us to work on it together. Below you will find links to Ian and Tales of Olden, and a few sources that inspired our story!
Ian Fontova and Tales of Olden:
www.youtube.com/c/IanFontovaValeroMusic
Spotify - tinyurl.com/y4s5tmuz
fanlink.to/TalesOfOldenVol1
ianfontova.bandcamp.com
Sources:
Skye: The Island and Its Legends, Otta Swire
www.amazon.co.uk/Skye-Legends-Otta-F-Swire
Folklore of Scottish Lochs and Springs, James M MacKinlay
www.gutenberg.org/files/56034/56034-h/56034-h.htm
Old Celtic Romances, P W Joyce
www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/38041/pg38041-images.html
Gods and Fighting Men, Lady Gregory
www.gutenberg.org/files/14465/14465-h/14465-h.htm
Wondertales from Scottish Myth and Legend, Donald A MacKenzie
www.amazon.co.uk/Wonder-Tales-Scottish-Legend-illustrated
Please check out Skarphedin Art on Etsy and Instagram where you can discover past and present illustrations, and eagerly await the future work of Jacob and SkarphedinArt!
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SkarphedinArt
www.instagram.com/skarphedin_illustrator
Music used in promo is Yngve-Frej from the Midsolsblot album by Torulf
torulf.bandcamp.com/album/midsolsblot
Background music:
Kai Engel - Chapter 4/Fall Smouldering
https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com
Today we have The Tháttr of Nornagest, which can be found in the longer version of the Saga of Olaf Tryggvason, contained in the Flateyjarbók, a medieval Icelandic manuscript. Our adaption is from Nora Kershaw’s 1921 translation, based on Valdimar Asmundarson’s 1891 version. This tale has a host of legendary figures, as well as mythical, and it reveals an interesting portrayal of life in a northern court.
Those of us who have enjoyed the Saga of the Volsungs will be delighted with Guests account of his time with the hero Sigurth, and there is a wonderful section dedicated to Brynhild and her ride to Hel. But what will undoubtedly stand out is the tale of Guest himself and his connection to the Norns.
There is also something a little special, the music you will hear is my sister-in-law playing a section of the Faroese Ballad Nornagest’s Rima, also provided by Nora Kershaw. It’s a beautiful piece and I very much hope you enjoy it as much as we have! Thank you, Karen, you helped to bring this story to life…
Nora Kershaw – Stories and Ballads of the Far Past www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33471
Today I have the joy of welcoming Professor Carolyne Larrington to the podcast! Join us as we discuss her fascinating new book ‘All Men Must Die, Power and Passion in Game of Thrones’, a fascinating exploration of the narratives, themes, and characters of a truly epic series!
Carolyne is a Professor of Medieval European Literature, Official Fellow of St John's College at the University of Oxford, and an author whose books include:
The Norse Myths a guide to Gods and Heroes
The Poetic Edda – A translation
The Land of the Green Man
& the exceptional, Winter is Coming
Find Professor Carolyne Larrington on:
Saturday 27 February, 8pm GMT www.thefolklorepodcast.com(online)
signumuniversity.org/event/carolyne-larrington-author-chat-and-qa/
www.medievalists.net/2021/02/game-thrones-medieval-studies/
Today I have the joy of sharing ‘An Bhuatais & the Meaning of Life’, the outstanding new album from Lorcán MacMathuna, with Martin Tourish, Daire Bracken & Éamonn Galldubh.
The album is accompanied by a fascinating and engaging book; ‘An Bhuatais and The Meaning of Life, the mythological representation of hope, longing, and fire’ written by Lorcán, which is an enlightening & philosophical exploration of what is it that gives life meaning. In past episodes of the podcast, we’ve explored a variety of Irish myths, legends, and folklore, if you have a keen interest in this as well as the history and traditions of Irelands people, then this album, this book, is undoubtedly for you!
www.lorcanmacmathuna.com
www.youtube.com/user/lorcanmacmathuna
lorcanmacmathuna.bandcamp.com
soundcloud.com/evolutionofsound
www.reverbnation.com/lorcánmacmathúna
Twitter @mac_lorcan
An update on what to expect for the year ahead, & a wee bit more!
Links:
Lorcán Mac Mathúna:
Twitter @mac_lorcan
http://lorcanmacmathuna.com
www.vidforul.worpress.com
Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdóttir
https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/valkyrie
Old Norse For Modern Times
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vikingverse/old-norse-for-modern-times
Althingi – A Viking Game of Strength and Influence
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/joshuagillingham/althingi-a-viking-game-of-strength-and-influence
Joshua Gillingham:
https://www.joshuagillingham.ca
https://twitter.com/JoshMGillingham
https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/
Eric Schumacher:
https://www.ericschumacher.net
https://twitter.com/DarkAgeScribe
https://www.nextchapter.pub/authors/eric-schumacher-historical-fiction-author?rq=eric%20schumacher
Ian Stuart Sharpe:
https://www.facebook.com/vikingverse/
https://twitter.com/vikingverse
https://www.instagram.com/vikingverse/
https://www.vikingverse.com
Aaron Lax:
https://amlax.wordpress.com
https://twitter.com/amlax_?lang=en
Genevieve Gornichec:
www.genevievegornichec.com
www.lunastationquarterly.com Issue 041
Twitter @gengornichec
Jeff Wolfe
https://www.lulu.com/en/gb/shop/jeff-wolfe/mythical-grammar/paperback/product-1kkj27d4.html
Twitter @wolfeofthewoods
Madeleine F. White:
@madeleinefwhite
https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/mother-of-floods
Woody Pather:
Twitter @PatherWoody
https://linktr.ee/WoodyPather
https://arunapather.wixsite.com/woodypather
https://www.instagram.com/woodypather/?igshid=6v1jj1xq73g
https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/mythic-tales-retold-1
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55877887-mythic-tales-retold
Fjorn’s Hall:
Twitter @Fjorn_the_Skald
http://fjorns-hall.com
Instagram www.instagram.com/fjorn_the_skald/
Facebook www.facebook.com/FjorntheSkald
Podcasts:
https://sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com
https://vikingagepodcast.com
https://www.northernmyths.com
http://thehistoryofvikings.com
https://historyeh.com
https://mythlegendlore.podbean.com
Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/mythlegendlore
As requested by a lovely listener, here is the saga in one go!
The Saga of Frithiof the Bold is a continuation of Thorstein Viking’s Son, we have love, envy, battle, and a seafaring scene with a stave or two from our hero! Journey the seas as we re-join our old friend Angantyr who has made his home in the Orkneys. However, the tension between the sons of Beli & Thorstein results in the burning of Baldur’s Meads. What becomes of our hero when he discovers King Ring has wed Ingibiorg and is made an outlaw? Nothing is simple in love and war as they say; what will happen when King Ring uncovers the true identity of a man who has become a trusted friend? Just when Frithiof thinks he must leave Ingibiorg behind, change is on the horizon, & perhaps one last battle with the brother kings!
Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm
https://filmstro.com
In chapter’s 12-15 of The Saga of Frithiof the Bold, King Ring uncovers Thief’s true identity! Just when Frithiof thinks he must leave Ingibiorg behind, change is on the horizon, & perhaps one last battle with the brother kings!
Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm
https://filmstro.com
In Chapter’s 7-11 of The Saga of Frithiof the Bold, we re-join our old friend Angantyr who has made his home in the Orkneys. However, the sons of Beli are up to no good, & someone loses a tooth or two in a fray that results in the burning of Baldur’s Meads! What of Ring & Ingibiorg? Let’s find out!
Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm
Today we have the beginning of a wonderful legendary tale; The Saga of Frithiof the Bold! A continuation of Thorstein Viking’s Son, part 1 covers chapters 1-6. We have love, envy, battle, and a seafaring scene with a stave or two from our hero!
Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm
Today I welcome our good friend, author Joshua Gillingham to the podcast! Althingi – A Viking Game of Strength and Influence is the brand-new card game developed by Joshua, we also hear some exciting news about The Everspring, a sequel to The Gatewatch, and an anthology connected to Althingi!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/joshuagillingham/althingi-a-viking-game-of-strength-and-influence
www.facebook.com/LittleHammerBoardGames/
www.joshuagillingham.ca
www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/
https://outlandentertainment.com
sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com
https://sagadb.org
Music Provided By
Belén Prado:
Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Today I am delighted to welcome Woody Pather, author of Mythic Tales Retold! I think this gathering is going to encourage a smile, to pause our day for a moment, & fuel the fire of curiosity that burns in every one of us!
Woody Pather:
Twitter @PatherWoody
https://linktr.ee/WoodyPather
https://arunapather.wixsite.com/woodypather
https://www.instagram.com/woodypather/?igshid=6v1jj1xq73g
https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/mythic-tales-retold-1
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55877887-mythic-tales-retold
Legendary Africa Podcast:
Twitter @Legendarypod1
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legendary-africa
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4vPq9HLRvUyZrM9nufIOY6
https://linktr.ee/Legendarypodcast
https://www.youtube.com/user/rpather94
Belén Prado:
Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Kai Engel:
https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com
Today I have the pleasure of welcoming Madeleine F White, the author of Mother of Floods! This is a rather special novel that takes us on a journey exploring the spiritual, digital, & the world we live in today. It is an intelligent, thought-provoking, and moving book, that we are delighted to share with you!
Links:
Madeleine F. White:
@madeleinefwhite
https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/mother-of-floods
Belén Prado:
Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Kai Engel:
https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com
Alternative Stories Podcast:
The Ark by Madeleine F. White
https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730
Welcome to A Gathering of Skalds, & a celebration of National Poetry Day! We have the pleasure of welcoming Jeff Wolfe, who has prepared a selection of poetry from his debut book Mythical Grammar. We also have two promo's; Casting Through Ancient Greece, & The Past Less Travelled!
Jeff Wolfe
https://www.lulu.com/en/gb/shop/jeff-wolfe/mythical-grammar/paperback/product-1kkj27d4.html
Twitter @wolfeofthewoods
https://castingthroughancientgreece.com
@CastingGreece
https://linktr.ee/ThePastLessTraveled
@pastlesstraveld
Welcome to an episode focusing on a tutelary figure from the folklore of the Scottish Highlands & Islands; the Glaistig! I hope you enjoy these tales, and please have a wee listen to some exciting news at the end of the episode!
Links;
https://eattheplanet.org/stinging-nettle-an-interesting-herb-with-many-virtues/
https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com
http://fjorns-hall.com
https://www.facebook.com/FjorntheSkald/
Twitter @Fjorn_the_Skald
https://beneathnorthernlights.com
https://vidforul.wordpress.com
https://youtu.be/-Q42ZwOBC7M
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vikingverse/old-norse-for-modern-times/community
mlegendlore@gmail.com
@LoreMyth
Today I am delighted to host A Gathering of Skalds featuring our good friend & exceptionally talented author, Genevieve Gornichec. Please, sit back & enjoy a reading of What The Gods Left Behind, and don't forget to pre-book your copy of The Witch's Heart available February 9th 2021!
www.genevievegornichec.com
www.lunastationquarterly.com Issue 041
Twitter - @gengornichec (prev. ironwitchy)
YouTube - https://youtu.be/7ZuwsMb2PDE
Old Norse For Modern Times
www.kickstarter.com/projects/vikingverse/old-norse-for-modern-times
Twitter - @vikingverse, @JoshMGillingham, @LoreMyth
VÍÐFÖRUL - The Women Pioneers of the Vinland Sagas
https://vidforul.wordpress.com
Music provided by Belén Prado
Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Welcome to episode 2 of Víðförul: The Women Pioneers of the Vinland Sagas! Today we discuss Guðríður Þorbjarnardóttir & Þorbjörg lítilvölva; this captivating encounter is a highlight of the saga. We also look at the realities of marriage for young women, challenges faced by Eirik the Red’s colony in Greenland, medicine/magic/runes, & much more!
Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com
Saga Map; http://sagamap.hi.is/is/
Music;
Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m’es qu’eu chant
https://www.facebook.com/medeltidsbandetsjal/
https://sjalsjal.bandcamp.com/album/tillbaka
Belen Prado – Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Artwork & original images;
Hands On History
https://www.facebook.com/handsonhistoryas/
https://www.handsonhistory
https://www.instagram.com/handsonhistory/?hl=en
Tiffany Kendra Clark
www.tiffanykendra.co.uk
www.facebook.com/pg/tiffanykendra.co.uk
Instagram.com/tiffanykendra
Unsplash
https://unsplash.com
Wikicommons images
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
In this episode we will introduce Auð ‘the Deep-Minded’, the renowned Viking woman and protagonist of the first section of the Icelandic saga called Eiríks saga rauða in Old Norse, or the Saga of Eric the Red. Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdottír and myself, will guide you through a fascinating analysis of the life of this Viking Age woman who sailed the whale road to distant shores!
Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com
Saga Map; http://sagamap.hi.is/is/
Music;
Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m’es qu’eu chant
https://www.facebook.com/medeltidsbandetsjal/
https://sjalsjal.bandcamp.com/album/tillbaka
Belen Prado – Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Artwork & original images;
Hands On History
https://www.facebook.com/handsonhistoryas/
https://www.handsonhistory
https://www.instagram.com/handsonhistory/?hl=en
Tiffany Kendra Clark
www.tiffanykendra.co.uk
www.facebook.com/pg/tiffanykendra.co.uk
Instagram.com/tiffanykendra
Unsplash
https://unsplash.com
Wikicommons images
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
Johanna Katrin Fridriksdottir and I are excited to share our new series we’ve developed for the podcast, you’ll also be able to watch a trailer on our website vidforul.wordpress.com or the Myth Legend & Lore YouTube channel! Keep a wee eye out for the launch of the first episode, but for now, we will leave you with this…
Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com
Music;
Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m’es qu’eu chant
https://www.facebook.com/medeltidsbandetsjal/
https://sjalsjal.bandcamp.com/album/tillbaka
Belen Prado – Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
http://www.theenchantedflute.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
Artwork;
Original images provided by;
Hands On History
https://www.facebook.com/handsonhistoryas/
https://www.handsonhistory
Unsplash
https://unsplash.com
Wikicommons images
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
It has been some time since we've had an Irish legend, so today we shall start the thrilling adventure of Finn and his men, as they battle an army of kings who would take Ireland for themselves!
Today I am joined by authors Joshua Gillingham, Eric Schumacher, Ian Stuart Sharpe, & Aaron Lax for the first Gathering of Skalds! In these special episodes, our guests narrate wonderful extracts from their new and & upcoming works. There really is no better way to listen to these remarkable tales, than from the Skalds themselves!
Today's promo comes from Theshira & Rashalia of the Legendary Africa Podcast.
Joshua Gillingham:
https://www.joshuagillingham.ca
https://twitter.com/JoshMGillingham
https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/
Eric Schumacher:
https://www.ericschumacher.net
https://twitter.com/DarkAgeScribe
https://www.nextchapter.pub/authors/eric-schumacher-historical-fiction-author?rq=eric%20schumacher
Ian Stuart Sharpe:
https://www.facebook.com/vikingverse/
https://twitter.com/vikingverse
https://www.instagram.com/vikingverse/
https://www.vikingverse.com
Aaron Lax:
https://amlax.wordpress.com
https://twitter.com/amlax_?lang=en
Artwork by Joe Sisson https://instagram.com/flojo.art
Belén Prado of Enchanted Flute:
https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g
https://insighttimer.com/belenprado
www.theenchantedflute.com
Legendary Africa Podcast:
https://twitter.com/Legendarypod1
https://linktr.ee/Legendarypodcast
Today I narrate The Saga of Halfdan the Black from Snorri Sturluson's Heimskringla! As an introduction from the Ynglinga Saga, I have the interesting tale of Gudrod the Hunter, the murdered father of Halfdan. I very much hope you enjoy this saga!
Today's episode discovers the ancient Celtic festival of Beltane in Scotland! There are some fascinating legends and folklore tales attached to this celebration of regeneration, light and fire. At the end of the episode, there something a little different, I hope you all enjoy!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-48119277
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnVmQKpqFTc
Today I have the honour of welcoming Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdóttir and her exceptional book Valkyrie: The Women Of The Viking World! Please join us for what was a delightful and fascinating conversation as we discuss the mythology of the Valkyrie, memorable women from the sagas, the reality of life in the Viking Age & why these women continue to enthral us to this day!
For a copy of Jóhanna's book please follow the link;
https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/valkyrie
Today we look at the creation stories of the Finnish, Norse and Sámi mythologies, listen to wonderful poems, beautiful folksongs and accounts of how the world came into being! Join us for The Kalevala, The Völuspá, and The Death of the Sun's Daughter.
https://apple.co/2xqe5Ry
https://amzn.to/3dBAJHA
https://en.uit.no/tmu/art?p_document_id=416409
Welcome to Part 2 of our thrilling saga! Viking comes to collect his sons bodies after the encounter on the ice, Jokul’s desire for vengeance remains, & new adversaries are revealed. Listen to incredible tales and battles as we journey with Thorstein from youth to manhood. There is no shortage of mythology, seiðr or lore, and a thoroughly satisfying conclusion!
The Saga of Thorstein, Viking’s Son – Translation by Rasmus B Anderson
http://bit.do/fqVdj
Music provided by Adrian Von Zeigler – Saga
https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/album/saga
https://www.youtube.com/user/AdrianvonZiegler
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qDQ6rJG5TOT7PppxBKhqI?autoplay=true&v=A
https://play.google.com/music/preview/Apcndr34api4tpne5fokykgt2ii?play=1
https://www.facebook.com/AdrianvonZiegler/
Today I welcome my good friend Noah Tetzner, host of The History of Vikings Podcast, and author of The Poetic Edda: A Study Guide! Join us as we discuss Noah’s book, the Poetic Edda, and The Lay of Volund.
https://amzn.to/2SS2Hqb
http://thehistoryofvikings.com
https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0pmAwjsX-qQlVSBGcDbWTQ
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Valkyries_with_swan_skins.jpg
Welcome to part 1 of The Saga of Thorstein, Viking’s Son! This is a tale of loyalty, oaths, and friendship. A story of men who strive to survive in a world full of sorcery, battle, and high adventure! Hear of Viking, a warrior who forges the enduring bonds of foster-brotherhood, and of his son Thorstein; defender of his brothers, who test the strength of their father’s words. Jotuns, elves, and dwarves, kings, warriors, and women, what more could we ask for? Part 2 (the conclusion) in two weeks' time!
The Saga of Thorstein, Viking’s Son – Translation by Rasmus B Anderson
http://bit.do/fqVdj
Music provided by Adrian Von Zeigler – Saga
https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/album/saga
https://www.youtube.com/user/AdrianvonZiegler
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qDQ6rJG5TOT7PppxBKhqI?autoplay=true&v=A
https://play.google.com/music/preview/Apcndr34api4tpne5fokykgt2ii?play=1
https://www.facebook.com/AdrianvonZiegler/
A wonderful figure from the Irish myths and legends, our journey into the past continues with the birth and judgement of King Cormac!
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Finn & his men encounter a stranger who leads them on a journey far beyond the land of mortal men, where our hero finds far more than his captive comrades!
This legend tells us of Finn's lost love, Saba, and their son Osian. When our hero loses so much what can possibly heal his heart?
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It's been a while since we last heard of the high deeds of Finn, so it is a delight to bring to you today a wonderful legend! This is a story of hope, but for Vivionn who comes so close to freedom, only tragedy awaits.
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This might be the concluding episode of the saga, but that does not mean there is a shortage of slayings, raids, burnings, and battles! You will need to listen to find out what happens to Rognvald, Harald and Swein, not to mention other names we have heard of so often throughout the saga. I hope you have enjoyed listening to the adventures of the Earls of Orkney!
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Today I have the pleasure of presenting music & mythology with Ian Fontova! Listen to incredible songs from the inspired album Foras, and enjoy the beautiful animation for As The Valley Slumbers, then sit back and enjoy a little myth, legend & lore.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bthb2-rJfh8
https://www.facebook.com/ian.fontova.music/
https://twitter.com/IanFontova
http://ianfontova.weebly.com
http://instagram.com/ianfontova
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In today's episode I will share a little history of the life of Lafcadio Hearn and Kwaidan; one of his most famous works. I will also share the Tale of Mimi-Nashi-Hoichi and Yuki-Onna, stories that most definitely suit this time of year! The music is from Yuzuki and the album Six Days of Snow. The link for Tuttle Publishing will take you to Kwaidan on their website.
https://yuzuki.bandcamp.com/album/six-days-of-snow
https://www.tuttlepublishing.com/books-by-country/kwaidan
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A truce is called between Rognvald and Harald, Swein's reaction & advice is foolhardy but followed by Erlend nevertheless, battle between the three Earls commences. After the slaying of Earl Erlend, Swein agrees to peace, but this proves difficult with Harald. Can these men keep true to their word, or will violence and distrust destroy this fragile agreement?
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Hear of the chiefly men of Finn, some were valiant and honourable, while others remained stubborn & slothful despite their oaths of fealty. Learn what was expected of a man worthy of captaincy in the Fianna, and the tragic tales of two of Finn's close comrades; Dermot and Keelta.
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The islands are not quiet in Earl Rognvald’s absence; Erlend, makes his own claim to the islands, & receives the title of Earl from the young Malcom King of Scots. Erlend, Harald, and Swein face disputes before reconciliations are made and alliances forged. But what will happen upon Earl Rognvald’s return, and which of these men will still have a grievance with his share?
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The burning of a castle, a thrilling battle at sea, journeys to new lands, friendships made/tested/and lost. Fine songs record Earl Rognvald’s venture to Jerusalem and mention the fair maiden Ermingerda who remains in the men’s memories during their voyage.
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In today's Irish Legend we hear once more about Finn MacCumhal, how he gained the captaincy of the Fianna of Erinn, his battle with a goblin, & some beautifully descriptive writing about the ancients of Tara!
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Friendships and allegiances are tested between Earl Rognvald and Swein Asleifsson. Swein embarks on series of raids, looting, and confrontations with the support of many men and ships. Personal vengeance, regret, and honour of a man's word play a significant role in today's installment!
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Today we journey into the past with Finn MacCumhal, the legendary Irish hero! Even though we are beginning in his boyhood, the tale is certainly no less fascinating and captivating than usual!
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Today's episode is certainly entertaining! With the clever plans of Kol, his son Earl Rognvald succeeds in his efforts to gain the Orkneys, and the reign of Earl Paul comes to an end with maiming. Such an exciting installment; murder, spies & accusations, and wonderful characters that continue to keep this saga enthralling!
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A battle at sea between two kings. Kali becomes an Earl, his expedition to the islands ends in humiliating failure, but Kol devises yet another plan to obtain his son’s rightful share. Earl Paul remains unmoved in his determination to maintain possession of the Orkneys, then harsh words and enmity result in the slaying of Swein by Swein!
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Today I have the pleasure of presenting music & mythology with Damian of Munknörr! Listen to incredible songs from the Norse and Celtic inspired album Aegishjalmur, then sit back and enjoy a little myth, legend & Lore.
https://munknorr.bandcamp.com/album/aegishjalmur
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https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ggcmI8L0SRFmTvoAtrGcl?autoplay=true&v=A
https://play.google.com/music/preview/Aajm2dw6bdwhpcp5d4ipry3hrmi?play=1
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In this installment of the Orkneyinga Saga, we learn of Earl Hakon’s sons, the banishment of Sigurd by Paul, and the slaying of Earl Harald by sorcery; quite an interesting story! We also hear of the friendship Kali and Jon once had, and the vengeance both parties takes upon one another.
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In today's Irish Legend we hear of the arrival of Lugh, the Master of All Arts. Our journey with Lugh continues as we learn of his lineage, his first confrontation with the Fomor, and the revenge of Bres & Balor.
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The prophecy of the Spae-Man comes to pass. The murder of the holy Earl Magnus at the orders of Earl Hakon, who gains the entirety of the Orkney Islands.
A shorter episode this week as next time the saga will take us on the journey of Hakon's sons, with adventure, slayings and encounters with sorcery!
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In today's Irish Legend we hear of the arrival of the Tuatha De Dannan, & the short-lived rule of Bres. This is a wonderful place to begin our discovery of the deeds and adventures of Lugh.
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In today’s instalment of the saga we learn of the genealogies of Earls Paul and Erling, a fascinating encounter with a Spae-Man, and the expeditions, battles & victories of Magnus Barelegs.
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Todays episode takes a look at the ancient harvest festival of Lughnassadh, the Irish god Lugh and the Norse god Freyr, plus some interesting folklore and superstitions. I wish you all well on this wonderful day of the year!
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Disputes over the islands continue leading to the furious battle of Raudabiorg. The eventual deaths of Earl’s Rognvald and Thorfinn after many years of warring, and stirring verses from Arnor Jarlaskald.
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Todays Irish Legend is The Vengeance of Mesgedra. This tale warns of the cost of ill will and the reckoning of past misdeeds!
As promised, here is the link to the Mighty Magnus Viking Hoard Raffle;
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Today we hear of battle in Scotland, the armies of the Norsemen, Irish and Scots. The deeds of kinsmen Rognvald and Thorfinn, and a new king is accepted in Norway.
Deception, death and oaths, quarrels over the Orkney Islands, the feuding begins & kings intervene! A narration of chapters 1-5 of the saga.
Welcome to the beginning of the Orkneyinga Saga, in this episode we are introduced to the legendary past of the island, with each new podcast we will journey the Saga together as I narrate the tale.
Written by an unknown scribe around 1200, the saga tells of the history of the earls of Orkney, when these Scottish islands belonged to the Viking world. With heroes, villains, and themes such as murder battle sorcery and feuds; this is a story worthy of telling.
Today we have a wonderful version of Edain the Queen from Lady Wilde's Legends, Charms and Superstitions of Ireland. Listen to the tale of Edain the beautiful, who is stolen away from her King of Tara, by Midar of the Tuatha-de-Danaan.
Please check out The Froggy Viking & please enter The Mighty Magnus Viking Hoard Raffle, links below;
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Welcome to another wonderful Irish Legend, today we hear of Connla, whose heart is bewitched by a beautiful Aes-shee fairy maiden.
Welcome to another Irish Legend, today we gather to hear The Children of Lir! While the tale is tragic it also contains themes of enduring love and unwavering loyalty. This episode also features a promo from the fantastic hosts of the Murder & Myths Podcast!
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The second instalment of the Irish Legends series! Today we gather to hear of the Overflowing of Lough Neagh and The Story of Liban the Mermaid.
Promo - 10ish Podcast with Nick and Brandon
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Welcome to the first in the series of Irish Legends! Now and again, I'll bring you a tale from the wonderful world of Celtic Myth Legend & Lore. These will be stories you can enjoy, a moment to sit and lose yourself in some wonderful adventures!
Oisin in Tirnanoge is a tale of love and loss, of warriors, and worlds far beyond our own.
Today we discover Sedna the Inuit sea goddess, Vellamo from the Finnish Kalevala, the Norse goddess Ran, and the Mither O' the Sea; one of the oldest surviving legends from the Scottish Islands.
The song There Is A Time, from the album Bound, is by the incredibly talented duo Jenn & Laura-Beth. Please follow the links below to listen to their music & contact details!
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Today we discover the tales behind the incredible sea-serpents of Norse, Celtic, and Scottish myth legend & lore. The Midgardsormr Jormungandr, the Caithness Cirein Croin, and the Stoor Worm of the Orkney Islands. There is also the tale of the heroic Assipattle, and a wonderful piece of music from Ian Fontova's The Celtic Room 'Something With Rocks And Water'. Ian and his wonderfully crafted music can be found on Facebook/Twitter/via website/Instagram & YouTube;
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Today I have a wonderful guest on the podcast, Fredrik is a Nordic Tribal artist from Sweden, his stunning debut album Västerled, was released 7th of November 2018. Combining electronic music with traditional Scandinavian and Celtic instruments he creates music in a narrative form, taking the listener on an incredible adventure. Inspired by archetypal symbolism and the spiritual heritage of northern Europe, through the character of Torulf, Fredrik tells esoteric stories of setting sail on a mythical journey.
To download the album or to get in touch with Fredrik please check out the following links!
Bandcamp www.torulf.bandcamp.com/album/v-sterled
Facebook www.facebook.com/torulfofficial/
YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UCkmAsQyi5LIPHM262QtrOdQ
Instagram www.instagram.com/torulf_music/
Twitter www.twitter.com/Torulf_Music
Today I welcome author Joshua Gillingham to discuss his novel The Gatewatch, Norse mythology, the importance of storytelling & developing discipline as a writer!
You can keep up to date with Joshua on twitter @JoshMGillingham, joshuagillingham.ca, and on facebook; The Gatewatch Novel!
Discover the Scottish Kelpie and Water-horse, the Noggle of the islands, and its connections with the Scandinavian tales of the Nøkk, from Norway to the Faroe Islands and Norse Iceland.
The beautiful song at the end of the episode is the Skye Water Kelpie's Lullaby, on the album Suantraighe by Caera, available on iTunes.
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/suantraighe/206690813
Today we will discover the Selkie, one of Scotland’s oldest folk legends, with tales that demonstrate the gentle nature of this creature and the sorrow that befalls it so often at the hands of humankind. But I will also share stories where there are lessons to be learned from the mistreatment of this shape changer, that slips off the skin of a seal to walk upon the land with two legs.
In this episode, we discover Volund the Smith from Volundarkvitha in the Poetic Edda, and a variation of his story in Thidrekssaga where Sigurd the Volsung also makes a memorable appearance!
I very much hope you enjoy Part 3 of The Saga of the Volsungs, in this concluding episode of the tale we hear about Brynhild In The House Of Flame, Sigurd At The House Of The Nibelungs, How Brynhild Was Won For Gunnar and The Death Of Sigurd. Fans of Padraic Colum's Children Of Odin won't be disappointed!
Due to a slight change in schedule, the next three episodes will be following the Saga of the Volsungs, I very much hope you enjoy Part 2 where we hear about The Story of Sigmund and Signy, The Story of Sigmund and Sinfiotli & The Story of the Vengeance of the Volsungs and of the Death of Sinfiotli. Fans of Padraic Colum's Children Of Odin won't be disappointed!
Due to a slight change in schedule, the next three episodes will be following the Saga of the Volsungs, I very much hope you enjoy Part 1 where we hear about Sigurd's Youth, The Sword Gram and the Dragon Fafnir, and The Dragon's Blood. Fans of Padraic Colum's Children Of Odin won't be disappointed!
In this episode, I look at the fox in Myth, Legend & Lore of Japan, China, Inuit Greenland, Scotland, and Scandinavia.
In this episode, I discuss the Voluspa from the Poetic Edda, the creation myth and Ragnarok.
In this episode, I take a look at the festival of Samhain and the Viking ritual festival of Alfablot.
If you've enjoyed this episode please check out The History Of Vikings Podcast with Noah Tetzner. This podcast not only has an impressive and wonderful variety of guests, but it also engages the listener into a thrilling period in history, Noah's presentation displays his knowledge and enthusiasm for the world of Vikings. It's marvellous! I have had the pleasure of appearing to discuss Heimdall, The Jomsvikings & The Norns, as well as The Vinland Sagas; please check out The History Of Vikings!
Mythology Legend & Folklore Podcast with Siobhan Clark. A place where we can journey into the past and share the tales of myth, legend, or lore that have captured our imaginations and fired our curiosity!