The Myth Legend & Lore Podcast

Oral tradition is a wonderfully diverse form of communication in which societies share and maintain their knowledge, culture and history from generation to generation. It includes methods such as poetry, prose, storytelling and singing. However, over time much has changed if we consider how this practice has survived. Today I have the joy of welcoming author Joshua Gillingham, & narrator Alexander C. Stewart, as they announce the release of The Gatewatch audiobook! Join us as we discuss Joshua's epic adventure novel and its marvellous characters, oral tradition, poetry, audiobooks & much more!   Joshua Gillingham www.joshuagillingham.ca www.facebook.com/TheGatewatchNovel twitter.com/JoshMGillingham   Alex C. Stewart twitter.com/AlexcStewartVA www.instagram.com/alexcstewartva   Crowsnest Books www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch   Sources: Peter Hallberg - Old Icelandic Poetry: Eddic Lay and Skaldic Verse www.amazon.ca/Old-Icelandic-Poetry-Eddic-Skaldic/dp/0803208553   Please check out SkarphedinArt on Etsy and Instagram where you can discover past and present illustrations, and eagerly await the future work of Jacob and SkarphedinArt! www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SkarphedinArt www.instagram.com/skarphedin_illustrator Music used in promo is Yngve-Frej from the Midsolsblot album by Torulf torulf.bandcamp.com/album/midsolsblot   Background music: Kai Engel - Chapter 4/Fall Smouldering https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com

In today's episode, I have the honour of featuring the wonderful music of Ian Fontova and his new album Tales of Olden. To accompany the music, we have a thrilling tale featuring Badb the battle goddess, a mythic isle, the legendary Boar King, and the wrath of Beira's waves of misery! Ian and I very much hope you enjoy this episode, it has been a joy for us to work on it together. Below you will find links to Ian and Tales of Olden, and a few sources that inspired our story!   Ian Fontova and Tales of Olden: www.youtube.com/c/IanFontovaValeroMusic Spotify - tinyurl.com/y4s5tmuz  fanlink.to/TalesOfOldenVol1 ianfontova.bandcamp.com Sources: Skye: The Island and Its Legends, Otta Swire www.amazon.co.uk/Skye-Legends-Otta-F-Swire Folklore of Scottish Lochs and Springs, James M MacKinlay www.gutenberg.org/files/56034/56034-h/56034-h.htm Old Celtic Romances, P W Joyce www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/38041/pg38041-images.html Gods and Fighting Men, Lady Gregory www.gutenberg.org/files/14465/14465-h/14465-h.htm Wondertales from Scottish Myth and Legend, Donald A MacKenzie www.amazon.co.uk/Wonder-Tales-Scottish-Legend-illustrated   Please check out Skarphedin Art on Etsy and Instagram where you can discover past and present illustrations, and eagerly await the future work of Jacob and SkarphedinArt! www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SkarphedinArt www.instagram.com/skarphedin_illustrator Music used in promo is Yngve-Frej from the Midsolsblot album by Torulf torulf.bandcamp.com/album/midsolsblot   Background music: Kai Engel - Chapter 4/Fall Smouldering https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com

Today we have The Tháttr of Nornagest, which can be found in the longer version of the Saga of Olaf Tryggvason, contained in the Flateyjarbók, a medieval Icelandic manuscript. Our adaption is from Nora Kershaw's 1921 translation, based on Valdimar Asmundarson's 1891 version. This tale has a host of legendary figures, as well as mythical, and it reveals an interesting portrayal of life in a northern court.  Those of us who have enjoyed the Saga of the Volsungs will be delighted with Guests account of his time with the hero Sigurth, and there is a wonderful section dedicated to Brynhild and her ride to Hel. But what will undoubtedly stand out is the tale of Guest himself and his connection to the Norns.  There is also something a little special, the music you will hear is my sister-in-law playing a section of the Faroese Ballad Nornagest's Rima, also provided by Nora Kershaw. It's a beautiful piece and I very much hope you enjoy it as much as we have! Thank you, Karen, you helped to bring this story to life… Nora Kershaw – Stories and Ballads of the Far Past www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33471

Today I have the joy of welcoming Professor Carolyne Larrington to the podcast! Join us as we discuss her fascinating new book ‘All Men Must Die, Power and Passion in Game of Thrones', a fascinating exploration of the narratives, themes, and characters of a truly epic series! Carolyne is a Professor of Medieval European Literature, Official Fellow of St John's College at the University of Oxford, and an author whose books include: The Norse Myths a guide to Gods and Heroes The Poetic Edda – A translation The Land of the Green Man & the exceptional, Winter is Coming Find Professor Carolyne Larrington on: Saturday 27 February, 8pm GMT www.thefolklorepodcast.com(online) signumuniversity.org/event/carolyne-larrington-author-chat-and-qa/ www.medievalists.net/2021/02/game-thrones-medieval-studies/

Today I have the joy of sharing ‘An Bhuatais & the Meaning of Life', the outstanding new album from Lorcán MacMathuna, with Martin Tourish, Daire Bracken & Éamonn Galldubh. The album is accompanied by a fascinating and engaging book; ‘An Bhuatais and The Meaning of Life, the mythological representation of hope, longing, and fire' written by Lorcán, which is an enlightening & philosophical exploration of what is it that gives life meaning. In past episodes of the podcast, we've explored a variety of Irish myths, legends, and folklore, if you have a keen interest in this as well as the history and traditions of Irelands people, then this album, this book, is undoubtedly for you!  www.lorcanmacmathuna.com www.youtube.com/user/lorcanmacmathuna lorcanmacmathuna.bandcamp.com soundcloud.com/evolutionofsound www.reverbnation.com/lorcánmacmathúna Twitter @mac_lorcan

An update on what to expect for the year ahead, & a wee bit more!   Links: Lorcán Mac Mathúna: Twitter @mac_lorcan http://lorcanmacmathuna.com   www.vidforul.worpress.com Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdóttir https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/valkyrie   Old Norse For Modern Times https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vikingverse/old-norse-for-modern-times   Althingi – A Viking Game of Strength and Influence https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/joshuagillingham/althingi-a-viking-game-of-strength-and-influence   Joshua Gillingham: https://www.joshuagillingham.ca https://twitter.com/JoshMGillingham https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/    Eric Schumacher:  https://www.ericschumacher.net https://twitter.com/DarkAgeScribe https://www.nextchapter.pub/authors/eric-schumacher-historical-fiction-author?rq=eric%20schumacher   Ian Stuart Sharpe: https://www.facebook.com/vikingverse/ https://twitter.com/vikingverse https://www.instagram.com/vikingverse/ https://www.vikingverse.com   Aaron Lax: https://amlax.wordpress.com https://twitter.com/amlax_?lang=en   Genevieve Gornichec: www.genevievegornichec.com  www.lunastationquarterly.com Issue 041 Twitter @gengornichec   Jeff Wolfe https://www.lulu.com/en/gb/shop/jeff-wolfe/mythical-grammar/paperback/product-1kkj27d4.html Twitter @wolfeofthewoods   Madeleine F. White: @madeleinefwhite https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/mother-of-floods   Woody Pather: Twitter @PatherWoody https://linktr.ee/WoodyPather https://arunapather.wixsite.com/woodypather https://www.instagram.com/woodypather/?igshid=6v1jj1xq73g https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/mythic-tales-retold-1 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55877887-mythic-tales-retold   Fjorn's Hall: Twitter @Fjorn_the_Skald http://fjorns-hall.com Instagram www.instagram.com/fjorn_the_skald/ Facebook www.facebook.com/FjorntheSkald   Podcasts: https://sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com https://vikingagepodcast.com https://www.northernmyths.com http://thehistoryofvikings.com https://historyeh.com https://mythlegendlore.podbean.com   Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/mythlegendlore

As requested by a lovely listener, here is the saga in one go! The Saga of Frithiof the Bold is a continuation of Thorstein Viking's Son, we have love, envy, battle, and a seafaring scene with a stave or two from our hero! Journey the seas as we re-join our old friend Angantyr who has made his home in the Orkneys. However, the tension between the sons of Beli & Thorstein results in the burning of Baldur's Meads. What becomes of our hero when he discovers King Ring has wed Ingibiorg and is made an outlaw? Nothing is simple in love and war as they say; what will happen when King Ring uncovers the true identity of a man who has become a trusted friend? Just when Frithiof thinks he must leave Ingibiorg behind, change is on the horizon, & perhaps one last battle with the brother kings! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901 http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm https://filmstro.com  

In chapter's 12-15 of The Saga of Frithiof the Bold, King Ring uncovers Thief's true identity! Just when Frithiof thinks he must leave Ingibiorg behind, change is on the horizon, & perhaps one last battle with the brother kings! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901 http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm https://filmstro.com  

In Chapter's 7-11 of The Saga of Frithiof the Bold, we re-join our old friend Angantyr who has made his home in the Orkneys. However, the sons of Beli are up to no good, & someone loses a tooth or two in a fray that results in the burning of Baldur's Meads! What of Ring & Ingibiorg? Let's find out! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901 http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm

Today we have the beginning of a wonderful legendary tale; The Saga of Frithiof the Bold! A continuation of Thorstein Viking's Son, part 1 covers chapters 1-6. We have love, envy, battle, and a seafaring scene with a stave or two from our hero! Adaption of the 1875 translation by Eiríkr Magnússon & William Morris, and Rasmus B. Anderson in 1901 http://www.gutenberg.org/files/24420/24420-h/24420-h.htm

Today I welcome our good friend, author Joshua Gillingham to the podcast! Althingi – A Viking Game of Strength and Influence is the brand-new card game developed by Joshua, we also hear some exciting news about The Everspring, a sequel to The Gatewatch, and an anthology connected to Althingi! www.kickstarter.com/projects/joshuagillingham/althingi-a-viking-game-of-strength-and-influence   www.facebook.com/LittleHammerBoardGames/   www.joshuagillingham.ca   www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/   https://outlandentertainment.com   sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com   https://sagadb.org   Music Provided By Belén Prado: Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g

Today I am delighted to welcome Woody Pather, author of Mythic Tales Retold! I think this gathering is going to encourage a smile, to pause our day for a moment, & fuel the fire of curiosity that burns in every one of us! Woody Pather: Twitter @PatherWoody https://linktr.ee/WoodyPather https://arunapather.wixsite.com/woodypather https://www.instagram.com/woodypather/?igshid=6v1jj1xq73g https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/mythic-tales-retold-1 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55877887-mythic-tales-retold Legendary Africa Podcast: Twitter @Legendarypod1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legendary-africa https://open.spotify.com/episode/4vPq9HLRvUyZrM9nufIOY6 https://linktr.ee/Legendarypodcast https://www.youtube.com/user/rpather94 Belén Prado: Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g Kai Engel: https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com  

Today I have the pleasure of welcoming Madeleine F White, the author of Mother of Floods! This is a rather special novel that takes us on a journey exploring the spiritual, digital, & the world we live in today. It is an intelligent, thought-provoking, and moving book, that we are delighted to share with you! Links: Madeleine F. White: @madeleinefwhite https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/mother-of-floods Belén Prado: Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g Kai Engel: https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com Alternative Stories Podcast: The Ark by Madeleine F. White https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730

Welcome to A Gathering of Skalds, & a celebration of National Poetry Day! We have the pleasure of welcoming Jeff Wolfe, who has prepared a selection of poetry from his debut book Mythical Grammar. We also have two promo's; Casting Through Ancient Greece, & The Past Less Travelled! Jeff Wolfe https://www.lulu.com/en/gb/shop/jeff-wolfe/mythical-grammar/paperback/product-1kkj27d4.html Twitter @wolfeofthewoods https://castingthroughancientgreece.com @CastingGreece https://linktr.ee/ThePastLessTraveled @pastlesstraveld

Welcome to an episode focusing on a tutelary figure from the folklore of the Scottish Highlands & Islands; the Glaistig! I hope you enjoy these tales, and please have a wee listen to some exciting news at the end of the episode! Links; https://eattheplanet.org/stinging-nettle-an-interesting-herb-with-many-virtues/ https://kaiengel.bandcamp.com http://fjorns-hall.com https://www.facebook.com/FjorntheSkald/ Twitter @Fjorn_the_Skald https://beneathnorthernlights.com https://vidforul.wordpress.com https://youtu.be/-Q42ZwOBC7M https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vikingverse/old-norse-for-modern-times/community mlegendlore@gmail.com  @LoreMyth    

Today I am delighted to host A Gathering of Skalds featuring our good friend & exceptionally talented author, Genevieve Gornichec. Please, sit back & enjoy a reading of What The Gods Left Behind, and don't forget to pre-book your copy of The Witch's Heart available February 9th 2021! www.genevievegornichec.com www.lunastationquarterly.com Issue 041 Twitter - @gengornichec (prev. ironwitchy) YouTube - https://youtu.be/7ZuwsMb2PDE   Old Norse For Modern Times www.kickstarter.com/projects/vikingverse/old-norse-for-modern-times Twitter - @vikingverse, @JoshMGillingham, @LoreMyth   VÍÐFÖRUL - The Women Pioneers of the Vinland Sagas https://vidforul.wordpress.com   Music provided by Belén Prado Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g  

Welcome to episode 2 of Víðförul: The Women Pioneers of the Vinland Sagas! Today we discuss Guðríður Þorbjarnardóttir & Þorbjörg lítilvölva; this captivating encounter is a highlight of the saga. We also look at the realities of marriage for young women, challenges faced by Eirik the Red's colony in Greenland, medicine/magic/runes, & much more!   Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com   Saga Map; http://sagamap.hi.is/is/   Music; Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m'es qu'eu chant https://www.facebook.com/medeltidsbandetsjal/ https://sjalsjal.bandcamp.com/album/tillbaka   Belen Prado – Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g   Artwork & original images; Hands On History https://www.facebook.com/handsonhistoryas/ https://www.handsonhistory https://www.instagram.com/handsonhistory/?hl=en   Tiffany Kendra Clark www.tiffanykendra.co.uk www.facebook.com/pg/tiffanykendra.co.uk Instagram.com/tiffanykendra   Unsplash https://unsplash.com Wikicommons images https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page  

In this episode we will introduce Auð ‘the Deep-Minded', the renowned Viking woman and protagonist of the first section of the Icelandic saga called Eiríks saga rauða in Old Norse, or the Saga of Eric the Red. Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdottír and myself, will guide you through a fascinating analysis of the life of this Viking Age woman who sailed the whale road to distant shores!  Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com  Saga Map; http://sagamap.hi.is/is/  Music; Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m'es qu'eu chant https://www.facebook.com/medeltidsbandetsjal/ https://sjalsjal.bandcamp.com/album/tillbaka Belen Prado – Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g Artwork & original images; Hands On History https://www.facebook.com/handsonhistoryas/ https://www.handsonhistory https://www.instagram.com/handsonhistory/?hl=en  Tiffany Kendra Clark www.tiffanykendra.co.uk www.facebook.com/pg/tiffanykendra.co.uk Instagram.com/tiffanykendra  Unsplash https://unsplash.com Wikicommons images https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

Johanna Katrin Fridriksdottir and I are excited to share our new series we've developed for the podcast, you'll also be able to watch a trailer on our website vidforul.wordpress.com or the Myth Legend & Lore YouTube channel! Keep a wee eye out for the launch of the first episode, but for now, we will leave you with this… Visit us; www.vidforul.worpress.com Music; Själ – Album Tillbaka – Bel m'es qu'eu chant https://www.facebook.com/medeltidsbandetsjal/ https://sjalsjal.bandcamp.com/album/tillbaka   Belen Prado – Enchanted Flute – Mellow Solitude https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature http://www.theenchantedflute.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g   Artwork; Original images provided by; Hands On History https://www.facebook.com/handsonhistoryas/ https://www.handsonhistory Unsplash https://unsplash.com Wikicommons images https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page  

It has been some time since we've had an Irish legend, so today we shall start the thrilling adventure of Finn and his men, as they battle an army of kings who would take Ireland for themselves!

Today I am joined by authors Joshua Gillingham, Eric Schumacher, Ian Stuart Sharpe, & Aaron Lax for the first Gathering of Skalds! In these special episodes, our guests narrate wonderful extracts from their new and & upcoming works. There really is no better way to listen to these remarkable tales, than from the Skalds themselves! Today's promo comes from Theshira & Rashalia of the Legendary Africa Podcast. Joshua Gillingham: https://www.joshuagillingham.ca https://twitter.com/JoshMGillingham https://www.crowsnestbooks.com/product/the-gatewatch/  Eric Schumacher:  https://www.ericschumacher.net https://twitter.com/DarkAgeScribe https://www.nextchapter.pub/authors/eric-schumacher-historical-fiction-author?rq=eric%20schumacher Ian Stuart Sharpe: https://www.facebook.com/vikingverse/ https://twitter.com/vikingverse https://www.instagram.com/vikingverse/ https://www.vikingverse.com Aaron Lax: https://amlax.wordpress.com https://twitter.com/amlax_?lang=en Artwork by Joe Sisson https://instagram.com/flojo.art  Belén Prado of Enchanted Flute: https://enchantedflute.bandcamp.com/album/dreaming-into-nature https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYgCAFiqg9Z2UD6a6tjw5g https://insighttimer.com/belenprado www.theenchantedflute.com Legendary Africa Podcast:  https://twitter.com/Legendarypod1 https://linktr.ee/Legendarypodcast    

Today I narrate The Saga of Halfdan the Black from Snorri Sturluson's Heimskringla! As an introduction from the Ynglinga Saga, I have the interesting tale of Gudrod the Hunter, the murdered father of Halfdan. I very much hope you enjoy this saga!

Today's episode discovers the ancient Celtic festival of Beltane in Scotland! There are some fascinating legends and folklore tales attached to this celebration of regeneration, light and fire. At the end of the episode, there something a little different, I hope you all enjoy! https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-48119277 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnVmQKpqFTc

Today I have the honour of welcoming Dr Jóhanna Katrín Fridriksdóttir and her exceptional book Valkyrie: The Women Of The Viking World! Please join us for what was a delightful and fascinating conversation as we discuss the mythology of the Valkyrie, memorable women from the sagas, the reality of life in the Viking Age & why these women continue to enthral us to this day! For a copy of Jóhanna's book please follow the link; https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/valkyrie

Today we look at the creation stories of the Finnish, Norse and Sámi mythologies, listen to wonderful poems, beautiful folksongs and accounts of how the world came into being! Join us for The Kalevala, The Völuspá, and The Death of the Sun's Daughter. https://apple.co/2xqe5Ry https://amzn.to/3dBAJHA https://en.uit.no/tmu/art?p_document_id=416409  

Welcome to Part 2 of our thrilling saga! Viking comes to collect his sons bodies after the encounter on the ice, Jokul's desire for vengeance remains, & new adversaries are revealed. Listen to incredible tales and battles as we journey with Thorstein from youth to manhood. There is no shortage of mythology, seiðr or lore, and a thoroughly satisfying conclusion! The Saga of Thorstein, Viking's Son – Translation by Rasmus B Anderson http://bit.do/fqVdj Music provided by Adrian Von Zeigler – Saga https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/album/saga https://www.youtube.com/user/AdrianvonZiegler https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qDQ6rJG5TOT7PppxBKhqI?autoplay=true&v=A https://play.google.com/music/preview/Apcndr34api4tpne5fokykgt2ii?play=1 https://www.facebook.com/AdrianvonZiegler/

Today I welcome my good friend Noah Tetzner, host of The History of Vikings Podcast, and author of The Poetic Edda: A Study Guide! Join us as we discuss Noah's book, the Poetic Edda, and The Lay of Volund. https://amzn.to/2SS2Hqb http://thehistoryofvikings.com https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0pmAwjsX-qQlVSBGcDbWTQ https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Valkyries_with_swan_skins.jpg

Welcome to part 1 of The Saga of Thorstein, Viking's Son! This is a tale of loyalty, oaths, and friendship. A story of men who strive to survive in a world full of sorcery, battle, and high adventure! Hear of Viking, a warrior who forges the enduring bonds of foster-brotherhood, and of his son Thorstein; defender of his brothers, who test the strength of their father's words. Jotuns, elves, and dwarves, kings, warriors, and women, what more could we ask for? Part 2 (the conclusion) in two weeks' time! The Saga of Thorstein, Viking's Son – Translation by Rasmus B Anderson http://bit.do/fqVdj Music provided by Adrian Von Zeigler – Saga https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/album/saga https://www.youtube.com/user/AdrianvonZiegler https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qDQ6rJG5TOT7PppxBKhqI?autoplay=true&v=A https://play.google.com/music/preview/Apcndr34api4tpne5fokykgt2ii?play=1 https://www.facebook.com/AdrianvonZiegler/

A wonderful figure from the Irish myths and legends, our journey into the past continues with the birth and judgement of King Cormac! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

Finn & his men encounter a stranger who leads them on a journey far beyond the land of mortal men, where our hero finds far more than his captive comrades!  

This legend tells us of Finn's lost love, Saba, and their son Osian. When our hero loses so much what can possibly heal his heart? www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

It's been a while since we last heard of the high deeds of Finn, so it is a delight to bring to you today a wonderful legend! This is a story of hope, but for Vivionn who comes so close to freedom, only tragedy awaits. www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

This might be the concluding episode of the saga, but that does not mean there is a shortage of slayings, raids, burnings, and battles! You will need to listen to find out what happens to Rognvald, Harald and Swein, not to mention other names we have heard of so often throughout the saga. I hope you have enjoyed listening to the adventures of the Earls of Orkney! www.patreon.co.uk/mythlegendlore  

Today I have the pleasure of presenting music & mythology with Ian Fontova! Listen to incredible songs from the inspired album Foras, and enjoy the beautiful animation for As The Valley Slumbers, then sit back and enjoy a little myth, legend & lore. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bthb2-rJfh8 https://www.facebook.com/ian.fontova.music/ https://twitter.com/IanFontova http://ianfontova.weebly.com http://instagram.com/ianfontova https://www.youtube.com/c/IanFontovaValeroMusic  

In today's episode I will share a little history of the life of Lafcadio Hearn and Kwaidan; one of his most famous works. I will also share the Tale of Mimi-Nashi-Hoichi and Yuki-Onna, stories that most definitely suit this time of year! The music is from Yuzuki and the album Six Days of Snow. The link for Tuttle Publishing will take you to Kwaidan on their website. https://yuzuki.bandcamp.com/album/six-days-of-snow https://www.tuttlepublishing.com/books-by-country/kwaidan www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

A truce is called between Rognvald and Harald, Swein's reaction & advice is foolhardy but followed by Erlend nevertheless, battle between the three Earls commences. After the slaying of Earl Erlend, Swein agrees to peace, but this proves difficult with Harald. Can these men keep true to their word, or will violence and distrust destroy this fragile agreement? www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

Hear of the chiefly men of Finn, some were valiant and honourable, while others remained stubborn & slothful despite their oaths of fealty. Learn what was expected of a man worthy of captaincy in the Fianna, and the tragic tales of two of Finn's close comrades; Dermot and Keelta. www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

The islands are not quiet in Earl Rognvald's absence; Erlend, makes his own claim to the islands, & receives the title of Earl from the young Malcom King of Scots. Erlend, Harald, and Swein face disputes before reconciliations are made and alliances forged. But what will happen upon Earl Rognvald's return, and which of these men will still have a grievance with his share? www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

The burning of a castle, a thrilling battle at sea, journeys to new lands, friendships made/tested/and lost. Fine songs record Earl Rognvald's venture to Jerusalem and mention the fair maiden Ermingerda who remains in the men's memories during their voyage.   www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

In today's Irish Legend we hear once more about Finn MacCumhal, how he gained the captaincy of the Fianna of Erinn, his battle with a goblin, & some beautifully descriptive writing about the ancients of Tara! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

Friendships and allegiances are tested between Earl Rognvald and Swein Asleifsson. Swein embarks on series of raids, looting, and confrontations with the support of many men and ships. Personal vengeance, regret, and honour of a man's word play a significant role in today's installment! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore    

Today we journey into the past with Finn MacCumhal, the legendary Irish hero! Even though we are beginning in his boyhood, the tale is certainly no less fascinating and captivating than usual! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore    

Today's episode is certainly entertaining! With the clever plans of Kol, his son Earl Rognvald succeeds in his efforts to gain the Orkneys, and the reign of Earl Paul comes to an end with maiming. Such an exciting installment; murder, spies & accusations, and wonderful characters that continue to keep this saga enthralling! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

A battle at sea between two kings. Kali becomes an Earl, his expedition to the islands ends in humiliating failure, but Kol devises yet another plan to obtain his son's rightful share. Earl Paul remains unmoved in his determination to maintain possession of the Orkneys, then harsh words and enmity result in the slaying of Swein by Swein! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

Today I have the pleasure of presenting music & mythology with Damian of Munknörr! Listen to incredible songs from the Norse and Celtic inspired album Aegishjalmur, then sit back and enjoy a little myth, legend & Lore. https://munknorr.bandcamp.com/album/aegishjalmur https://www.facebook.com/munknorr/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ggcmI8L0SRFmTvoAtrGcl?autoplay=true&v=A https://play.google.com/music/preview/Aajm2dw6bdwhpcp5d4ipry3hrmi?play=1 https://www.instagram.com/munknorr/?hl=en  

In this installment of the Orkneyinga Saga, we learn of Earl Hakon's sons, the banishment of Sigurd by Paul, and the slaying of Earl Harald by sorcery; quite an interesting story! We also hear of the friendship Kali and Jon once had, and the vengeance both parties takes upon one another. patreon.com/mythlegendlore

In today's Irish Legend we hear of the arrival of Lugh, the Master of All Arts. Our journey with Lugh continues as we learn of his lineage, his first confrontation with the Fomor, and the revenge of Bres & Balor.   www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore

The prophecy of the Spae-Man comes to pass. The murder of the holy Earl Magnus at the orders of Earl Hakon, who gains the entirety of the Orkney Islands. A shorter episode this week as next time the saga will take us on the journey of Hakon's sons, with adventure, slayings and encounters with sorcery! www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore    

In today's Irish Legend we hear of the arrival of the Tuatha De Dannan, & the short-lived rule of Bres. This is a wonderful place to begin our discovery of the deeds and adventures of Lugh.   www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

In today's instalment of the saga we learn of the genealogies of Earls Paul and Erling, a fascinating encounter with a Spae-Man, and the expeditions, battles & victories of Magnus Barelegs. www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore  

Todays episode takes a look at the ancient harvest festival of Lughnassadh, the Irish god Lugh and the Norse god Freyr, plus some interesting folklore and superstitions. I wish you all well on this wonderful day of the year! https://www.patreon.com/mythlegendlore My sincere thanks to my wonderful patrons!