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This week on MYTH, we’re getting a double dose of Loki goodness. You’ll see what an otter costs, where to get gold on short notice, and what a curse can really do.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, our favorite trickster is going to get himself (and everyone else) into a very interesting bargain. Source: Norse…
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This week on MYTH, we’re headed to the shores of Hawaii for our own mini shark week. You’ll discover that sharks have the best lobsters, that shark royal courts are vicious and suspicious places, and that you can cook a delicious meal inside a shark. Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’ll meet a different but…
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This week on MYTH, we’re gonna look for lions in unexpected places. You’ll learn that it’s surprisingly hard not to lose a herd of cows, that it’s surprisingly easy to find a hidden palace, and that human hair makes great thread. Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’ll discover that help can come from the most…
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This week on MYTH, it’s our annual New Year’s special. You’ll learn that a lot of strange things can come from bird eggs, that some babies look an awful lot like old men, and that it can be tough to chop down magic trees. Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’ll find some sweet New Year’s…
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This week on MYTH, it’s our annual holiday special. You’ll find that eternal youth lies in the cold northern wastes, that Santa makes a pretty awesome neighbor, and that Christmas is no time to be selfish.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, what happens when a Catholic saint clashes with the priests of Thor? A holiday…
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This week on MYTH, we’re going to discover some ancient secrets of Long Island, New York. You’ll see why you should be careful where you put your trash, that there’s magic in art, and that even gods make mistakes.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, who doesn’t love strawberries? Source: Turtle Island Folklore Check out this…
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This week on MYTH, we’re heading to Australia for a story of the forces of nature. You’ll learn that logs can be deadly, that you shouldn’t let strangers take you fishing, and that the winds have a romantic side.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, what happens when a star is kidnapped? Source: Indigenous Australian Folklore…
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This week on MYTH, what happens when a cabal of thieves piss off a young dancer? You’ll learn that lightning plus dung equals magic, that powerful men have always been gross, and that you should never trust a wedding in the woods.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, Sherlock Holmes has nothing on political minsters. Source:…
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This week on MYTH, it’s once again time for my favorite annual tradition – the Halloween Special!  You’ll learn that war is hell on relationships, that it’s surprisingly easy to get a human skull, and that fireplaces make bad hiding spots.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’ll meet one of the undead inspirations for vampires.…
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This week on MYTH, we’re going to Edo period Japan for a fruit-filled tale of demons and heroism.  You’ll see why you should always eat random giant peaches, why you should never leave a dog alone with a monkey, and why you should always threaten pretty birds.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, we’ll meet a…
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