Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast

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Manx Moddey Dhoo & Other Dogs Dec 02, 2019

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In 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!

Drowned Cities, Lost Lands... Sep 23, 2019

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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.

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Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

The Shetland Islands Aug 19, 2019

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Exploring 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.

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Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

The Banshee May 03, 2019

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Taking a look at the Irish Banshee in myth and popular culture, and the scottish and welsh equivalents!

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Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

Wassailing with the Mari Lwyd Jan 17, 2019

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This 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.

The Giants of Cornwall Nov 06, 2018

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Learn 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.

Mooinjer Veggey - Manx Fairies Oct 19, 2018

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This 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/CelticMythsPod

The Bugul Noz Aug 08, 2018

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This 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/CelticMythsPod