Tag: Giant

Episode 148 – The Giant Brothers

This week on MYTH, we’re traveling to the snowy north for stories from the Sami people.  You’ll see that you should always watch where you’re stepping, that giants sleep very soundly, and that all you have to do to get treasure is ask for it. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a young man will learn…
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Episode 147 – Fire and Pancakes

This week on MYTH, we’re traveling to East India for a very special birth in a very unusual jungle.  You’ll learn that stars and diamonds look a lot alike, that cattails make surprisingly good arrows, and that thieves make good husbands. Then, in Gods and Monsters, how far would you go to win a bet…
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Episode 144 – A Meal to Die For

This week on MYTH, we’re traveling to west Africa to discover the strange origins of Death and how it came into the world.  You’ll learn that you should never ask the ingredients in a Michelin star meal, that your boss is not your friend, and that good hair can be a real curse sometimes. Then,…
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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 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 129 – An Otter’s Ransom

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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Episode 127 – I’m Not Lion

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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Episode 126 – A Whole New World

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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Episode 117C – Fee Fi Fo Fum

This week on MYTH, it’s the thrilling conclusion of the epic tale of Jack the Giant Killer.  You’ll see that all giants use clubs, that you should always pay attention to your feet, and that giants and evil magicians have a lot in common.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, a more different Jack will set…
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Episode 117B – The Prince is a Pauper

This week on MYTH, we’re headed back to merry old England for the further adventures of Jack the Giant Slayer.  You’ll discover that it takes less than you think to become a knight in Camelot, that royalty aren’t great with money, and that the Devil has some weird hobbies.  Then, in Gods and Monsters, Jack…
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