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Episode 138 – Battle of the Volcanoes

This week on MYTH, we’re traveling to New Zealand for a Maori tale of fiery passion. You’ll learn that volcanoes can fall in love, that you should be careful where you sleep, and that the very mountain can literally move. Then, in Gods and Monsters, Maui is going to attempt his most audacious trick yet.…
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Episode 137 – The Invulnerable Giant

This week on MYTH, a young prince is going to meet an immortal giant. You’ll see that magic items make everything better, that you should be careful with your promises, and that you should never trust the gardener. Then, in Gods and Monsters, sometimes the love of your dreams requires a whole lot of work.…
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Episode 136 – Sister Sister

This week on MYTH, we’re going to travel with the Romani of Wales on a very strange journey. You’ll find that you should always offer random old women tea, that you can’t trust rocks, and that you should always speak first. Then, in Gods and Monsters, some princesses are going to get caught dancing with…
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Episode 135 – Seeking Brother Husband

This week on MYTH, we’ll climb up into the heights of the Himalayan Mountains to windswept Tibet. You’ll see that some brothers know how to share, that you can do a lot with a cake and a skull, and that you should always know what your work is worth. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a tiny bat will disobey a mighty king.

Episode 134 – Into the Woods

This week on MYTH, we’re headed to the wintry forests of the old Russian Empire. You’ll discover that dolls make the best imaginary friends, that you should always keep a pie in your pocket for emergencies, and that even trees like to feel stylish. Then, in Gods and Monsters, some woodland critters are going to…
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Episode 133 – How to Make Friends and Influence Monarchs

This week on MYTH, a little boy with big dreams is going to meet a whole bunch of kings in the Philippines. You’ll see that you should always dream big, that royalty in the animal kingdom is a lot more approachable, and that you should keep an eye on your jewelry. Then, in Gods and…
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Episode 132 – Fearless

This week on MYTH, it’s a stirring tale of a boy and his…cow? You’ll learn that grit and kindness can accomplish a lot, that long hair can be a liability, and that you should always have an exit strategy. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a giant is going to demand too much cheese and reindeer…
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Episode 131B – Theseus and the Minotaur

This week on MYTH, Theseus will finally face his most famous foe – the Minotaur. You’ll see why you should never trust your uncle, why you should be careful who you give your heart to, and why you should spend more time being a king and less being an adventurer. Then, in Gods and Monsters,…
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Episode 131A – Oracles and Omens

This week on MYTH, we’re heading to ancient Greece to meet one of its most famous (or perhaps infamous) heroes – Theseus. You’ll discover what ancient paternity tests looked like, how to kill someone with a bed, and why not all heroes are good guys. Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’re traveling back in time…
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Episode 130 – King of the Ghosts

This week on MYTH, we’re headed to the wilds of Rwanda to follow a wily hunter on the prowl. You’ll discover that you shouldn’t bet on a game unless you’re good at it, that you shouldn’t ignore bad dreams, and that you shouldn’t marry someone unless you’re sure they’re not a shapeshifter. Then, in Gods…
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