Story Sirens: Legends, Myths, and Laughs

Join Sarah & Yenni as they deep dive into your favorite myths and legends from around the world, with a whole lot of laughter in between. From tales of our ancestors to stories written in the present, our lovely Sirens go on the hunt to find as much information and bring it to your lovely ears.

Latest Episodes:

Fyffe UFO Sightings ft Family Fun Day Mar 11, 2026

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Various cities, towns, and villages around the world have their own share of unidentified flying objects, or UFO’s as we’re more used to saying. But what if there was a town that’s had so many recorded sightings, that they decided to make it an actual holiday? Time to chat about Fyffe, Alabama's UFO Sightings!

Check out Fyffe!

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/FyffeUFODays/

Town Website: https://www.fyffecitylimits.com/

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Snow White & Rose Red: Grimm vs. Disney Mar 10, 2026

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You might be familiar with Disney's Snow White & The Seven Dwarves... but do you know of the Grimm Tale? Join your Sirens as we deep dive into the first Grimm Tale of the podcast! Learn about the true Snow White... and her sister, Rose Red!

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Links to Research:

https://www.fabledcollective.com/snow-white-rose-red/

https://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/175/grimms-fairy-tales/3182/snow-white-and-rose-red/

https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/Grimm_fairy_stories/Snow-White_And_Rose-Red.html#gsc.tab=0

http://ianellis-jones.blogspot.com/2018/04/snow-white-and-rose-redor-how-to-become.html

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2020/07/the-tale-of-snow-white-and-what-the-various-versions-mean-to-us/

Greek Retellings: Medusa ft Author Ayana Gray Mar 04, 2026

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We've covered her before, but what about a twist in her tale? Medusa, the beloved and iconic gorgon from Greek myth has many stories to tell - and with the help of author Ayana Gray, we learn a new version of the myth and legend!

I, Medusa by Ayana Gray - www.ayanagray.com

Follow Her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayanagray_/

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Magical and Medicinal Plants Feb 25, 2026

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Have you ever realized just how powerful plants can be? From curing ailments to causing them, your Sirens deep dive into all things plants on this week's episode!

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Reading Material:

Dr. Schenk’s Mandrake Pamphlet - https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/68/Dr._J.H._Schenck%27s_world-renowned_mandrake_pills_-_the_infallible_remedy_for_all_diseases_of_stomach%2C_liver%2C_bowels_and_blood_%28IA_101219220.nlm.nih.gov%29.pdf

Links to Research:

https://streetsofsalem.com/2022/10/03/the-most-magical-plants/
https://portsmouthnaturalhistory.co.uk/collections-stories/blog/plants-and-magic/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moly_(herb)
https://norse-mythology.org/cosmology/yggdrasil-and-the-well-of-urd/
https://lafee.com/wormwood-history-myths/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shennong
https://wellcomecollection.org/stories/mandrake-medicine-and-myths
https://www.wired.com/2014/06/fantastically-wrong-mandrake/
https://www.visjam.com/en/home/ricette-benessere/lista/benessere/L-arnica-la-pianta-degli-dei.html

Fountain of Youth: Health & Immortality Feb 19, 2026

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Time to learn about the Fountain of Youth, said to have water with magical properties able to stop or even reverse aging, some even saying it grants immortality!

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Links to Reading Material:

Ethnic Relations and Migration in the Ancient World by Philip A. Harland https://www.philipharland.com/Blog/2022/10/ethiopians-herodotos-on-legendary-peoples-at-the-ends-of-the-earth-mid-fifth-century-bce/

Herodotus: Book III https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Herodotus/3a*.html---------------------
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Horses of Mythology: The Mightiest Steeds Feb 11, 2026

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In celebration of Lunar New Year and the start of the Year of the Fire Horse, join your Sirens as they cover famous horses found in Chinese, Greek, Norse and Hindu mythology!

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History of Nursery Rhymes: Lizzie Borden Case Feb 04, 2026

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We've all heard the nursery rhyme about an axe and forty whacks... but did you know this was a real murder case? Neither did we! Enjoy the first episode in our Nursery Rhyme mini-series.

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Links to Research:

https://lizzie-borden.com/

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/how-lizzie-borden-got-away-with-murder-180972707/

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lizzie-Borden-American-murder-suspect

Japanese Folklore: Red String Theory & More Jan 29, 2026

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Your Sirens deep dive into the Japanese myth and folklore found throughout the movie Your Name written and directed by Makoto Shinkai. The meaning of twilight, comets, ancient sake, braided cords and the red string theory are discussed!

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Maki Teshima’s MUSUBI // CONNECTIONS piece: https://www.tomorrowisalwaysnew.com/copy-of-musubi-connections-2023

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Hiatus Week 4: Social Media Etiquette & W-List Actors Jan 22, 2026

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Our final week on hiatus is here! Woooo! Almost time to get back in the game of talking about mysteries around the world! But first... enjoy this bonus episode!

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Hiatus Week 3: Narration Talks & Story Siren Anniversary! Jan 15, 2026

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We're at the third week of our hiatus! Almost there, guys! Enjoy this bonus episode as a gift during our four-week hiatus!

We'll be back with new episodes at the end of January, but promise to keep you entertained!

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