Podcasts about Celtic mythology

Conas taoi? How are ye? Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales podcast, where we tell Irish myths set to original music. This episode we're taking a break from our current Fianna series to share with you an interview. Sorcha is going to be joining Kelly and Mara in Vermont in August 2025 on a four-day retreat to explore uncovering new mythologies for our world. You can find out more about Myth Moot, including how to apply, here, and you can find the FAQ's here You can also follow them on social media @myth.moot on Instagram This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Find details of our upcoming shows here: https://candlelittales.ie/performances/ You can pre-order our book Celtic Mythology now! Ireland: https://www.easons.com/celtic-mythology-sorcha-hegarty-9781507223888 US: https://bookshop.org/lists/our-books-candlelit-tales UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/our-books-candlelit-tales #candlelittales #candlelittalespodcast #keepherlit #keephercandlelit #thefiannaseries #storytelling #livemusic #mythology #irishmythology #subscribe #youtube #mythologypodcast

Our sleepy episode tonight contains stories from Celtic Mythology, taken from the rich body of Irish myths. I tell you about the expansion, decline, and revival of ancient Celtic culture, which left its most important marks in the Northwest of Europe, especially in Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, and Brittany. We will relive colorful stories from the Ulster Cycle: Deirdre and Naoise, the epic of Cú Chulainn including the Cattle Raid of Cooley (Táin Bó Cúailnge), and the appearance of the Morrigan. I will tell you about what we know of some Celtic deities: the Matres, Cernunnos, Taranis, Lugh, Epona... Welcome to Lights Out Library Join me for a sleepy adventure tonight. Sit back, relax, and fall asleep to documentary-style bedtime stories read in a calming ASMR voice. Learn something new while you enjoy a restful night of sleep. Listen ad free and get access to bonus content on our Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/LightsOutLibrary621⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LightsOutLibraryov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   ¿Quieres escuchar en Español? Echa un vistazo a La Biblioteca de los Sueños! En Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1t522alsv5RxFsAf9AmYfg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ En Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/la-biblioteca-de-los-sue%C3%B1os-documentarios-para-dormir/id1715193755⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ En Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LaBibliotecadelosSuenosov⁠⁠⁠ #sleep #bedtimestory #asmr #sleepstory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tra molteplici trasformazioni e rocamboleschi inseguimenti, la storia di Gwion Bach è un racconto medievale della letteratura gallese. Sedetevi comodi e preparatevi per un episodio pieno di adrenalina! Le musiche che ci accompagnano in questa puntata sono di Martina Bertolotti e Valentino Barbareschi.Visita il nostro sito e seguici sui social:https://www.celticharpacademy.com/https://englishgalore.schoolFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/storiediceltihttps://www.facebook.com/celticharpacademyhttps://www.facebook.com/EnglishGaloreSchoolInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/storiedicelti/https://www.instagram.com/celticharpacademy/https://www.instagram.com/englishgaloreschool/Bibliografia:- La mythologie du monde celtique, C. Sterckx, Hachette Livre Marabout, 2009- Enchanted Wales: Myth and Magic in Welsh Storytelling, M. Aldhouse-Green, Calon, 2023- A Dictionary of Celtic Mythology, J. MacKillop, Oxford University Press, 2016- Welsh Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends, C. Fayers, Scholastic, 2021Musica:- The Humours of Ballymanus (Elisa Petruccelli)- The Butterfly Jig (Martina Bertolotti)Testi di Paolo RolfoEditing di Valentino BarbareschiCopyright di Paolo Rolfo, Martina Bertolotti, Elisa Petruccelli e Celtic Harp International Academy

Hi Spooky Friends, Grab your cauldrons and pour yourself a stiff drink because Drs. Evan and Edwin are finally kicking off Season 5 of PhDParanormal—and we're diving headfirst into the sultry, spooky world of Celtic mythology! Feeling a little peckish? Well, you're in luck—or maybe not—because we're serving up tales of the Fear Gorta, the famine ghost who's got a hunger you definitely can't satisfy with snacks. Hear hoofbeats in the distance? That's not your ex coming back to haunt you—it's the Dullahan, Ireland's headless hottie, here to harbing doom with all the flair of a runway model and a whip made of… yeah, we'll let you imagine that one. And hey, if you're looking to spice up your love life and boost your bank account, stick around—we've got some steamy tips on charming those feisty leprechauns into sharing their gold. Just remember, foreplay might involve riddles and rainbows. So light a candle, hold onto your four-leaf clovers, and join us for a wild, weird, and slightly inappropriate romp through the darkest corners of Celtic folklore. It's going to be a scream!

On the second episode of Through the Rabbit Hole, Lia chats with Aniela, a member of the UCC Folklore Society, about Celtic Mythology.

We're all probably aware of Greek Mythology and Norse Mythology and maybe Celtic Mythology but what about Spanish Mythology? If you would like to learn more then Luis from Torrezno Entertainment has got you covered as he joins Seoirse to talk about his upcoming game set in Spain where you play as a girl who wants to become a nun and meets some classic figures from Spanish Mythology along the way. Luis also talks about his Kickstarter and what benefits you can get and a lot more besides. So please enjoy!Legends of Castile Kickstarter PageLegends of Castile Home PageAdventure Games Podcast Official SiteIf you would like to stay up to date make sure you subscribe to the podcast. You can subscribe and listen to this podcast on Itunes and Spotify and all other major Podcast Platforms! You can also subscribe to our Youtube channel for extra video content such as video reviews, video interviews, trailers and gameplay.You can also support the podcast at our PatreonYou can review this podcast here:https://ratethispodcast.com/adventuregamespodcastYou can also find this podcast on our social media below:FacebookTwitterInstagramDiscordYou can also find the RSS feed here:http://www.adventuregamespodcast.com/podcast?format=rssLogo created by Siobhan. You can find her on Twitter and InstagramMusic is Speedy Delta (ID 917) by Lobo Loco and can be found here:http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lobo_Loco/Welcome/Speedy_Delta_ID_917_1724

Trees have long been revered by the Celtic peoples for their wisdom, and used as crafting materials and even for their healing properties. It is no wonder that they are often so central to the stories that have carried through the ages and are described in such great detail despite their perceived simplicity. In this series we will explore native UK species and their place in the great tales of Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Cornwall, the Isle of Man and beyond. Today is the summer solstice, a time associated with light and the banishing of demons and evil spirits. The Celts believed that the sun's intense heat would burn away darkness and open the path to the abundance and wealth of the summer and harvest months. It is also a time associated with one tree related story in particular: the ever raging battle between the kings of holly and oak. Read this article here: wordforest.org/2024/06/21/trees-and-their-place-in-celtic-mythology/ Donate to our fight against the climate crisis here: ⁠wordforest.org/donate/

Trees have long been revered by the Celtic peoples for their wisdom, and used as crafting materials and even for their healing properties. It is no wonder that they are often so central to the stories that have carried through the ages and are described in such great detail despite their perceived simplicity. In this series we will explore native UK species and their place in the great tales of Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Cornwall, the Isle of Man and beyond. In this episode: Alder, Hazel and Rowan. Read this article here: wordforest.org/2024/03/22/tatkaw2024-5/ Donate to our fight against the climate crisis here: ⁠wordforest.org/donate/

Coucou everyone! Upon the passing of Queen Elizabeth, as per custom, the bees were informed of her passing. This tradition of "Telling the Bees" stems from Celtic Mythology because bees are our connection to the underworld. Kate tells us about other places in Europe that have a mythological connection to these magical creatures. Catherine then tells us about the legend behind the iconic painting by Konstantin Flavitsky of Princess Tarakanova. So join us and we hope you enjoy! Main topic sources: The Sacred Bee of Ancient Greece, Sarah Long Terra Greca: Honey in Mythology and Ancient Greece BBC: Are Lithuanians Obsessed with Bees? Mimisbrunnr.info: Bee & Honey History Lists: Beyla: Goddess of Norse Mythology Baltic Pagan: Austėja Occult World: Austeja Buzz About Bees: Goddess of Bees Owlcation: The Folklore of Bees Crystal's Honey: Most Common Honey Bee Myths & Folklore The Celtic Folklore of Bees Mini topic sources: @history_with_amy TikTok What's going on in Flavitsky's famous ‘Princess Tarakanova' painting? - Russia Beyond Kate's recommendation: Midnight at the Pera Palace on Netflix⁠⁠⁠⁠ Catherine's recommendation: Kerastase Bain Divalent Balancing Shampoo and Le Fondant Conditioner Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :) Cover art and logo by Kate Walker Mixed and edited by Catherine Roehre Theme song by Lumehill Thank you all - ciao! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/europhile/support

Send us a message!It's said that opposites attract, but I don't think that would be the case with this month's cryptids. Cats and dogs don't tend to get along. Emily talks about the Celtic Cat Sith and Brandy covers the Japanese Inugami in this episode of cryptids. Music is by Alexander Nakarada.Support the show

In this episode we delve into one Man...awydan's journey through his mid-life crisis struggles!! This is the third branch of the Mabinogi and the last branch that I was set to cover. You can now listen to each branch in order of when I uploaded them or from 1-4 - enjoy!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

Celtic practictioner, author, inter-faith minister, educator and healer, Shellie Enteen has extensively researched the philosophy and practices of the ancient Druids and how its evolved.  We'll specifically focus on the life for women in what is now the UK before the advent of Christianity and why and how it changed.  We'll discuss Druid Goddesses and Neo-Druid goddess myths, particularly related to how this information can help the modern woman.  . Eight festivals on the Druid calendar will get our attention as well as the legends of King Arthur and how they differ from the source and why.  

Be swept away into the mythical forests of the Celtic god of the wild, Cernunnos (Celtic: "Horned One"). As this magical journey unfolds, let the soothing cadence of this woodland adventure ease your mind, guiding you gently into a peaceful slumber. 

On the whatever this is day of Cryptmas Krystina gave to you YOU NAMED MY DAUGHTER AFTER THE LOCH NESS MONSTER?!Music:Medieval Loop One,  12 Days of Christmas, and Celebration by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Sources to come, I researched and wrote this on my tabletSupport the showEffed Up History is researched, produced, and edited by Krystina Yeager.Contact Me:effeduphistory@gmail.comLinky Things:Book a TourPatreonBuy Me a CoffeeLinktreeSocials:Instagram (Official Instagram I rarely post on) tiktokInterested in starting a podcast of your own? Buzzsprout makes life easy by allowing you to list an host on all platforms! Use my affiliate link for a $20 amazon gift card after 2 paid months.

Welcome to a captivating journey into the heart of Celtic spirituality as we delve into the mystical world of Ancient Druids in Avalon. In this enlightening exploration, we uncover the ancient wisdom, rituals, and sacred traditions of these revered Celtic priests, deep-rooted in the mythological landscape of Avalon. Join us on a quest to connect with the ancient spirits of the land, and understand the sacred mysteries that continue to influence modern spirituality. Subscribe now to embark on a transformative voyage through time and space, where history and mysticism converge to reveal the enduring magic of the Celtic Druids.

Click to listen to episode (5:16).Sections below are the following:Transcript of AudioAudio Notes and AcknowledgmentsImagesExtra InformationSourcesRelated Water Radio EpisodesFor Virginia Teachers (Relevant SOLs, etc.)Unless otherwise noted, all Web addresses mentioned were functional as of 10-27-23. TRANSCRIPT OF AUDIO From the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic Ocean, this is Virginia Water Radio for the weeks of October 30 and November 6, 2023, and particularly for Halloween. MUSIC – ~18 sec – Lyrics: “Summer's over, winter's coming; summer's over, winter's coming.” That's part of “Winter is Coming,” by The Steel Wheels.  It sets the stage for an episode on the origins of Halloween in the ancient festival of Samhain, first observed centuries ago by Celtic peoples.  Celtic lands include Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and areas of England and France.  Samhain marked the end of the Celtic year on October 31, when summer had faded, winter was approaching, and—in Celtic belief—the dividing line between earth and the spirit world was thin, allowing spirits of the dead to roam.  As described by Miranda Aldhouse-Green in her 2015 book The Celtic Myths, quote, “It was at the festival of Samhain, at the edge of winter, that the world of humans was most at risk from the inhabitants of the world beyond: the boundaries were suspended and the spirits could prowl among the living, to their good or detriment depending on the character of the individual phantom,” unquote. Along with Halloween's date, many of its traditions can be traced back to Samhain practices, such as donning costumes or disguises, believed by the Celts to help them avoid being recognized by wandering spirits. When they weren't wandering the earth at Samhain, Celtic spirits and Celtic gods were believed to reside in what was known as the Otherworld.  In Celtic beliefs, watery areas were considered access points to the Otherworld.  Celtic mythology also gave special significance to swans, whose beautiful appearance on the water might have suggested connections to Celtic gods.  Here's a short version of an Irish legend about Samhain and swans; the opening and closing sounds are Tundra Swans, a North American species whose Berwick's Swan subspecies is found in Ireland and Wales. SOUNDS  - 4 sec – Tundra Swans. Oenghus was the Celtic god of love.  In the myth called “The Dream of Oenghus,” the god dreamed he saw a woman named Caer, the Celtic goddess of sleep and dreams, and he became smitten with her.  He searched far and wide for her, eventually finding her among a group of other women at a lake, and learning that every other year at Samhain the women turned into swans.  At the next Samhain, Oenghus returned to the lake and, by turning himself into a swan, was able to win Caer's heart.  The story ends with the pair of swans circling the lake three times, casting a sleep enchantment on everyone below, and flying off together.       SOUNDS  - 4 sec – Tundra Swans. I hope your Halloween has rich traditions and a bit of mystery, perhaps about waters or water creatures from worlds unknown. Thanks to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the swan sounds.  Thanks also to The Steel Wheels for permission to use part of “Winter is Coming.”  We close with another musical selection, which has become a Halloween-episode tradition on this show.  Here, for about 50 seconds, is “A Little Fright Music,” composed and recorded or Virginia Water Radio by Torrin Hallett. MUSIC – ~50 sec – Instrumental. SHIP'S BELL Virginia Water Radio is produced by the Virginia Water Resources Research Center, part of Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment.  For more Virginia water sounds, music, or information, visit us online at virginiawaterradio.org, or call the Water Center at (540) 231-5624.  Thanks to Ben Cosgrove for his version of “Shenandoah” to open and close this episode.  In Blacksburg, I'm Alan Raflo, thanking you for listening, and wishing you health, wisdom, and good water. AUDIO NOTES AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The sounds of Tundra Swans were taken from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife (FWS) National Digital Library, online at http://digitalmedia.fws.gov/cdm/; the specific URL for the recording was https://digitalmedia.fws.gov/digital/collection/audio/id/86/rec/1, as of 10-27-23. “Winter is Coming,” from the 2015 album “We've Got a Fire,” is copyright by The Steel Wheels, used with permission.  More information about The Steel Wheels, based in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, is available online at https://www.thesteelwheels.com/.  This music was used previously by Virginia Water Radio most recently in Episode 643, 12-5-22. “A Little Fright Music” is copyright 2020 by Torrin Hallett, used with permission.  As of 2022-2023, Torrin is the associate principal horn of the Symphonic Orchestra of the State of Mexico.  He is a 2018 graduate of Oberlin College and Conservatory in Oberlin, Ohio, a 2020 graduate in Horn Performance from Manhattan School of Music in New York, and a 2021 graduate of the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver.  More information about Torrin is available online at https://www.facebook.com/torrin.hallett.  Thanks very much to Torrin for composing the piece especially for Virginia Water Radio.  This music was used previously by Virginia Water Radio most recently in Episode 640, 10-31-22. Click here if you'd like to hear the full version (2 min./22 sec.) of the “Shenandoah” arrangement/performance by Ben Cosgrove that opens and closes this episode.  More information about Mr. Cosgrove is available online at http://www.bencosgrove.com. IMAGES Image of part of an October 27, 1912, article in The Evening Star [Washington, D.C.] on the origins of Halloween.  Image taken from the Library of Congress Blogs, “The Origins of Halloween Traditions,” by Heather Thomas, October 26, 2021, online at https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2021/10/the-origins-of-halloween-traditions/, accessed October 24, 2023.Tundra Swan in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, June 30, 2018.  Photo by Lisa Hupp, made available for public use by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's National Digital Library, online at http://digitalmedia.fws.gov; specific URL for the photo was https://digitalmedia.fws.gov/digital/collection/natdiglib/id/30970/rec/2, as of 10/24/23.

EPISODE 257 - Angela R Hughes - When A Story Won't Leave You Alone - Fantasy and History Collide in this new TrilogyAngela R. Hughes is a historical fantasy author based in Waco, Texas.  It has been her ambition to write stories that grip and inspire the readers, alluring them into myth and legend. Angela believes in the power of storytelling, as dynamic and inspiring tales have been told for thousands of years.  She has always been inspired by mythologies and legends of the hero's quest, and has always loved the idea of creating her own.  She has been particularly drawn to Arthurian legend, and its ancient roots that spanned into the Cymru world.  She has studied Arthurian legend, as well as Celtic Mythology.  While living in Ireland, she fell in love with the history and landscapes of England, Ireland, Wales, and Scotland.The Once and Future Chronicles, Book One: Elanor and the Song of the Bard is her first published novel. The first of many. Soon to follow: Book Two: Merlin and the Magic of Time, and Book Three: Arthur and the Golden Dragon.In addition to writing, Angela enjoys painting, inspiring others, being with her family, chatting with fellow nerds over coffee, baking, visiting wineries, and traveling.https://angelarhughes.com/___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/MindShift Power Podcast is for teens, about teens, and anyone who works with teens. Many of the guests will be teens from all over the US and Canada. We will discuss issues that involve teens. Solutions start with conversations. Real conversations can not happen unless we are honest.https://www.fatimabey.com/podcastSupport the showBuzzsprout is our podcast host for this show!Ready to find a better podcast host for your show? Get a $20 credit applied to your new Buzzsprout Account by using our link! Starting a new show or looking for a better host? Buzzsprout is amazing!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1855306Please note! To qualify for this promotion. All accounts must remain on a pay plan and maintained in good standing (paid in full) for 2 consecutive billing cycles before credits are applied to either party.

Brigid was a pre-Christian Irish goddess of fertility and life. As a member of the Tuatha Dé Danann, she was the master of healing sharing similarities with the Catholic St. Brigid of Kildare. Originating from the word Briganti, meaning the Exalted One, the name Brigid has been anglicized from the old Irish Brig becoming the term for Bride. Brigid refers to the goddess' connection to sunlight and fire, but may also be related to dawn goddesses across the Indo-European world. Some mention Brigid as a triple goddess, but unlike most triple goddesses in Ireland, all of her aspects were named Brigid and had dominion over Smithcraft, healing and poetry. Brigid is associated with healing, fertility, motherhood, and inspired many writers and poets, Irish novelists credited Brigid as their inspiration. Her epithet, the Exalted One reflected her connection to crafting and wisdom. The Lebor Gabála Érenn established Brigid as the daughter of the Dagda, chief of the Tuatha Dé Danann, and her mother was the namesake mother-goddess of the Tuatha Dé Danann.

We've talked about the monsters from Greek Mythology, so let's look at another area - the British Isles! But mostly Ireland and Scotland, so the cool bits. We're talking about the monsters drawn from Gaelic and Celtic mythology - dullahans, banshees, selkies, and formorians. Fun stuff!

It's June baby and we're only days away from official summer. Enjoy a look into a familiar Celtic psychopomp. **Disclaimers**The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of our own. The research done for this episode was done with utmost care and respect. If you found we have misrepresented, misinterpreted, or flat out got it wrong please reach out to us and respectfully share your story or provide your sources. Thank you. Listener discretion is advised. Marijuana is not legal in all states. Please check your state's laws before engaging in recreational use. Please do not smoke and drive. Smoke responsibly. Marijuana should be done with consent. Please respect others' decisions not to engage in recreational marijuana use. Mature audiences advised. Resources: “How Tales of the Headless Horseman Came from Celtic Mythology,” The Irish Times“The Original Headless Horseman,” Monstrum https://youtu.be/S91lr1mnF3o “The Headless Horseman | From the Dullahan to Sleepy Hollow,” Mythology Unleashed https://youtu.be/FhMNGXFtS2A https://www.theirishplace.com/heritage/the-dullahan/Sleepy Hollow by Washington IrvingWalt Disney's The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad https://www.scotclans.com/pages/ewan-the-headless “A Horrible Compilation”, http://ijellh.com/papers/2015/April/46-439-445-April-2015.pdf  Produced and edited by Sarah Etherton, Kiki Rau & Trevor EichhornLogo art by Ali McQueen. Intro-music Merry Bay by Ghostrifter Official. Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License & Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Sound effects from freesound.org: Bong Rip by somthingwild https://freesound.org/s/180227/ Contact Info: Instagram: @TokeLore.Podcast Gmail: TokeLorePod@gmail.com Anchor.fm/TokeLore --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tokelore/message

In today's mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells the story of the Korrigan, a water spirit of Celtic mythology. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savethemermaids/support

The more of these conversations I have, the deeper I understand why we're gathering here around the fire - answering a whispered call. Sometimes the ‘why' is in the guest's personal wisdom, earned and shared through a life fully lived. Other times, it's because their life and studies offer us a cultural framework different from our current one, often richer in wisdom and spirit. Today's conversation with Jen Murphy, an Irish woman descended from a lineage of storytellers and wisdom keepers on her maternal line; and creator of Celtic Embodiment, a cutting-edge modality that fuses the ancient wisdom of Celtic Mythology with the emerging field of Feminine Embodiment Coaching to transform modern life for women; is the later. Jen's fascination with the natural coalescence between our ancestral myths and our bodies as a potent brew to reclaim our sovereign power, brings forth musings on culture, story, language, mythical ancestors, and place.  We explore: the indispensability of story and arts in early Irish society;  the differences between oral and written traditions and what that means for culture; language as a means of accessing the lore stored in the land; place vs non-place and broader issues of cultural displacement; the Irish understanding of the three cauldrons of the body; our bodies as sites of reclamation and eldering; what the Irish sovereignty goddess and mature king have to teach us about personal and collective right relationship… and more. If you're someone who sees how we got here, knows things need to change, and is curiously looking around for examples, recipes, threads to alchemize into new possibilities for our culture and our future, join us around this fire. You're in for a potent, enlightening, and inspiring conversation.  May it spark a remembering from within your own body and the wisdom of your mythical ancestors. You can find Jen:  Website: https://www.celticembodiment.com/ Instagram - @celticembodiment And if you've come for Jen, I hope you'll stick around for more conversations to access, repair, inspire, and evolve our humanity and serve the wild, tender aliveness of our personal and collective hearts. To further support the podcast and conversations that awaken, inspire, repair, and evolve something deep within us and serve as good medicine for our wild, tender personal and collective hearts: 1. Please ‘follow', ‘like' or ‘subscribe' where you listen so you stay up-to-date on all our conversations and help others find them, too. 2. share widely 3. consider joining the new Patreon community! For as little as $1/ month, patrons get access to community gatherings and get to play a more interactive role in the growth of the podcast. ⁠https://patreon.com/wildsacredjourney⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-powell-wsjp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-powell-wsjp/support

This week the boys dip their toes into the world of Celtic mythology with old Irish vampires, death gods and evil spirits. Support the showhttps://twitter.com/hecate_podcastEmail us: hecatesdoorwaypod@gmail.comhttps://www.podpage.com/hecates-doorway/

Me and Tyler discuss Intergenerational MK Ultra, Blood Types,  The Mysteries of The Holy Grail, Celtic Mythology, The Nephilim, The Book of Revelations, The Morrigan, Masons, Etc. Video content coming to Patreon!To book a session go to my website:https://www.bitchcraftspiritualityforbadpeople.comSupport the show

For leaders shifting away from the cultural norms of leadership obsess with “more” “bigger” and “eternal summer/growth”, who can we look to for guidance?  How might we find our way to a more mature, sustainable, feminized way of leading?  As an entrepreneur, I've grappled with these questions for years. Navigating ‘doing business differently' in a landscape where the intuitive, felt, sometimes non-linear inner impulses are seen as ‘unprofessional' and illogical, it can be challenging to find a compass to navigate.  Jen Murphy, our guest on the podcast today, believes that mythology - the stories & wisdom of old - provides us the most potent guidance to navigate leadership.  Jen believes in a new archetype for feminine leadership that re-thrones the sacred union of our mature feminine and masculine powers—powers that live within our own bodies as a spectrum of possibilities.  During this podcast, we'll explore: How Jen came to revision leadership through her background as a Feminine Embodiment Coach, Mythologist & Anthropologist  We unpack the current masculine overculture & why it keeps many leaders in their maiden energy  Jen shares with us many Celtic myths, stories & wisdom to reimagine what leadership could look like for modern coaches, creatives & leaders We touch on the different archetypes we might be playing out as a leader (often unconsciously) Women, wealth, witches & modern stewardship of money    This conversation will be particularly rich for women working in leadership roles, whether in business or their own creative or entrepreneurial endeavors.  Jen Murphy is a Feminine Embodiment Coach, Mythologist, and Anthropologist. She is the creator of Celtic Embodiment, a cutting-edge modality that fuses the ancient wisdom of Celtic Mythology with the emerging field of Feminine Embodiment Coaching to transform modern life for women. Jen is a certified Feminine Embodiment Coach and holds a degree in Medieval Irish & Celtic Studies and an M.A. in Anthropology & Development with a specialism in critical pedagogy - empowering learners to critique the power structures at play in their own learning experiences. Jen comes from a lineage of storytellers and wisdom keepers on her maternal line. She is fascinated by the natural coalescence between our ancestral myths and our bodies as a potent brew to reclaim our sovereign power. And so, her philosophy is ‘Let your body and mythology guide you home - home to YOU.' Also, good to know… Earlier this year our school recognized Jen' work in our 2022 Excellence In Coaching Celebrations in the category of Founders Flourishing Award which recognizes a practitioner in the multi-dimensional mastery of her body of work. Awarded by Founder Jenna Ward, this practitioner's work transcends categories. Would love to hear what you took from this podcast, drop me a reflection on Instagram here →  Resources mentioned in this podcast: Jen's Work - Celtic School of Embodiment Jen on Instagram Silvia Federici, Caliban The Witch (book) Feminine Embodiment Coaching - an emotional embodiment & vulnerability-based professional training for coaches Find a Feminine Embodiment Coach in our Professional Directory School of Embodied Arts Leave a podcast review on iTunes here Thought or reflection to share? Leave a comment on Instagram here   --------------   Find Jenna on the following platforms: Website: http://jennaward.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennaward.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennawardco/ We hope you enjoyed today's podcast. Make sure you subscribe so you'll be updated when new episodes become available. Also, it would be greatly appreciated if you would take a few moments to leave your feedback. Simply click on “ratings and reviews” then “write a review” on iTunes to get started. Your reviews are so helpful in making future episodes even better. We would also appreciate it if you share the podcast with your friends or anyone who you think might enjoy these episodes. The School of the Embodied Arts podcast is also available on Spotify.

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I take my first step into Celtic mythology! I have been wanting to do this one for a while so I can take steps towards certain gods, so give it a listen and enjoy!

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Gather 'round for the Celtic mythological tale of the Oak King and the Holly King while learning the surprising facts about oaks in the UK. Plus: native holly, plant spacing, and more.

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In this episode I am joined by Siân Esther Powell, aka Celtic_Siân, who is a museum professional and mythology enthusiast from Cornwall. We discuss the enchantment of Celtic myths and legends, and how they help us connect to our local landscape. We also discuss the ways in which Pagans and Witches might perceive myths and legends differently to academics and scholars, and how we can sometimes bump heads because of that. Beyond this, Siân and I also delve into the concept of "gatekeeping" our cultural traditions, and we wax lyrically about our upbringing in a Celtic nation throughout. Siân Esther Powell is the host of the Celtic Myths and Legends podcast, and can be found as @Celtic_Siân on TikTok! To learn more about Siân check out her link tree! https://linktr.ee/SianEsther The Welsh Witch Podcast is only made possible thanks to my Patrons! Become a Patron or follow my other socials by following the link below! https://linktr.ee/mhara_starling

We're on hiatus until September 22. Until then, please enjoy this deep dive into Celtic mythology. We've assembled here some of our favorite episodes dealing with Celtic myths and legends: including the Hound of Ulster, the Morrigan, and The Pictish Beast: What Is It? Join us for a lighthearted, high-energy and very bingeable series that will put you in a good mood this summer. Get ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/ancienthistoryfangirl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Year o Stories  It's anither extra special episode this month. An in the year o stories, we hiv some o the best story tellers on the programme tae brighten the darker days.We welcome oor new team member Professor Gary West fa leads us intae the magic o Celtic Mythology. Dave Mitchell taks us tae […] The post Scots Radio | Episode 85 | February 2022 first appeared on Scots Radio.

Our Story A Irish sovereignty goddess whose origins lie with the mythical Tuatha Dé Danann, Áine is also a sun deity, a bean sidhe (woman of the Sí), and fairy queen. Our guest Jen Murphy comes to KnotWork with a collection of Áine tales.  In a story from the mythological period, Áine has an ill-fated meeting with the unjust king Aillil Ólomm, who strips the land bare and threatens the goddess. Later, Áine is also found in a 14th century tale of Gerald, Earl of Desmond, also known as “The Wizard Earl.” Finally, a story collected in 1938 by the Irish Folklore Commission about a wise woman named Áine with two daughters who refuse to follow their mother's marital advice, each with disastrous results. Our Guest Jen Murphy is the creator of Celtic Embodiment, a cutting-edge modality that fuses the ancient wisdom of Celtic Mythology with the emerging field of Feminine Embodiment Coaching to transform modern life for women. Jen is a certified Feminine Embodiment Coach and holds a degree in Medieval Irish & Celtic Studies and an M.A. in the Anthropology of Development. Coming from a lineage of storytellers and wisdom keepers on her maternal line, Jen is fascinated by the natural coalescence between our ancestral myths and our bodies as a potent brew to reclaim our sovereign power.  Find Jen at https://www.celticembodiment.com/ (www.celticembodiment.com/) and on Instagram: @celticembodiment Our Conversation The ancient Celtic Sovereignty myth: the divine marriage (the banais ríghi). When the Sovereignty goddess unites with the king, she expects fir flaithemon, the prince's truth. A worthy ruler needs to be just, truthful, and discerning. Parallels to Sumerian tales of Inanna and her partners. The importance of reciprocity - between people and land, between sovereignty goddess and king The ways that religion and politics collude together and exploit the land Connections to Arthurian Grail legend and “The Elucidation,”a tale that describes the rape of the Well Maidens that leads to the closing of the wells and creation of the Wasteland. Hospitality as a key aspect of mythology and culture Ireland as a “goddess obsessed” island. And yet, with all of the divine feminine magic, all of the Mother Goddess worship, it was not a Utopia for women. There were ways in which the coming of the church offered a haven for women, and monasteries became places of learning. Jen's personal story of what it meant to see all part of herself, integrate the energy of midsummer, the deepest energy of the grandmothers, a death of a part of the self, and  rebirth and integration Our Music Music at the start of the show is by Beth Sweeney and Billy Hardy, a Celtic Fiddle and multi-instrumental duo based on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The traditional Irish reel we play at the start of the show is called "The College Groves." https://www.knotworkstorytelling.com/episode/billyandbeth.com (billyandbeth.com) Join Us in the Heroine's KnotThe Heroines' Knot is an online community for creative creatures on the quest for self-expression & collective renewal. https://my.captivate.fm/www.marisagoudy.com/heroines-knot (Learn more and join us.) 1:1 Coaching Opportunities Marisa offers 1:1 coaching for Personal and Professional growth with her https://www.marisagoudy.com/healing-for-heroines (Healing for Heroines) packages. She also offers https://www.marisagoudy.com/story-weaver-book-coaching (Story Weaver Book Coaching )for memoirists, thought leaders, and creative entrepreneurs at the beginning of their writing journey. Find more of Marisa's writing and get a copy of her book, The Sovereignty Knot https://www.knotworkstorytelling.com/episode/www.marisagoudy.com (www.marisagoudy.com) Follow the show on https://www.instagram.com/knotworkpodcast/ (Instagram), https://www.facebook.com/knotworkstorytelling (Facebook), and jhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/4429930243750952 (oin our...

Please consider supporting Human Voices Wake us by clicking here: https://anchor.fm/humanvoiceswakeus/support Tonight we leave the Celtic myths with an overview of The Great Myths #8-18 (which can be listened to here), and then read one final story, of Cuchulainn's fight with Ferdiad, from Thomas Kinsella's translation of the Táin bo Cúailnge. The translations I have read from or referenced in these episodes include: Jeffrey Gantz, Early Irish Myths & Sagasand The Mabinogion; Thomas Kinsella, The Táin; Patrick Ford, The Mabinogi and Other Medieval Welsh Tales; Ann Dooley & Harry Roe, Tales of the Elders of Ireland; Nessa Ní Shéaghdha, The Pursuit of Diarmuid and Gráinne; Kenneth Jackson, A Celtic Miscellany. The nonfiction books I've relied on include: James MacKillop, Oxford Dictionary of Celtic Mythology; Mark Williams, Ireland's Immortals: A History of the Gods of Irish Myth; and the book/documentary series that got me started on it way back when: Carmel McCaffrey and Leo Eaton's In Search of Ancient Ireland. Any comments, or suggestions for readings I should make in later episodes, can be emailed to humanvoiceswakeus1@gmail.com. I assume that the small amount of work presented in each episode constitutes fair use. Publishers, authors, or other copyright holders who would prefer to not have their work presented here can also email me at humanvoiceswakeus1@gmail.com, and I will remove the episode immediately. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/humanvoiceswakeus/support

Our guests this week are Tommy McLarnon and Shannon Smith of the Save the Boyne campaign, which has been organizing local residents and concerned citizens to stop meat processing factory Dawn Meats from dumping wastewater into the Boyne River. The Boyne River is an important historical site and part of Celtic mythology, playing a key role in events like the Battle of the Boyne and stories like the Salmon of Knowledge. The river flows through a fertile valley, past ancient historical sites like the Hill of Tara and Newgrange, and through biodynamic farms where some of the country's best artisans make cider, whiskey, cheese, and grow vegetables. Despite being an integral part of “Ireland's Ancient East”, the River Boyne's health is under threat from Dawn Meat's proposed plan to build a pipeline that would discharge 400,000 liters per day of wastewater into the river.We spoke about the importance of protecting rivers as part of the broader struggle for climate justice, and the importance of grassroots organizing for social and environmental change. Learn more about the Save the Boyne campaign and find out how you can get involved at www.savetheboyne.org.Photo courtesy of Jim Fitzpatrick.HRN is home to transformative exchanges about food. Our 35+ member-supported food podcasts empower eaters to cultivate a radically better world. This month, we're asking you to join us. Become a monthly sustaining member at heritageradionetwork.org/donate.Dyed Green is a project of Bog & Thunder, whose mission is to highlight the best of Irish food and culture, through food tours, events, and media. Find out more at www.bogandthunder.com.Dyed Green is Powered by Simplecast.

Celtic Tree Astrology is based in druid knowledge of trees and lunar cycles. This episode explores the ogham, Celtic tree lore,  and provides a personal horoscope for each of the 13 signs. Find out yours!

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Weekly Pull Highlights Astronaut Down #1 The Ballad of Ronan #1 Aquaman: Andromeda #1 Poison Ivy #1 Alright, so we might sound raspy and kind of groggy... but it's only because we are. Despite the illness among us, we're powering through because this week had some excellent comics we didn't want you to miss out on, including TWO whole books from DC worth mentioning! 

#059 – The fairy forts & underground caves dotted across Ireland are known as Thin Places – the places where two worlds meet, where spirits can walk freely among the living and the living can enter the spirit world.  Spiritual Medium, best-selling author and Tutor, Karen Frances McCarthy, joins me to discuss the sacred places of Ireland and the fascinating Celtic Mythology that still surrounds them.My name is Ann Théato, and the mission of the Psychic Matters Podcast, is to teach you proven techniques for spiritual and psychic development from the comfort of your own home. I investigate the teachings of experts across the globe, to bring you their wisdom, their advice and their spiritual wealth.DEAF FRIENDLY: If you'd like to get the links & show notes, including a complete transcription, head to www.anntheato.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/psychicmatters)

Episode one eighty five - part three Author Erika Lewis took the time to chat with Meghan and Nathalie about the very first in the Kelcie Murphy series, a middle grade fantasy novel which sets Celtic Mythology within a magical academy -- but the main characters are the misfits.

Episode 89 Celtic  Mythology (Riley & Trev Talk)  Join us around the campfire where we get a head start on celebrating St.Patrick's day and discuss what legends are told from the celtic days. From the history to the mythical beasts and fairies that are said to walk this earth with us. Join us to see what really goes bump in the night with the celtics tales.   Share this episode with your friends, family anyone who doesn't know about What Goes Bump In The Night!! Thank you again night crew for being the best community in the podcasting world! We appreciate you more then you will ever know! We have a Facebook group and we will posting in it regularly join here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wgbitnnightcrew   Thank you Night Crew for all of your support!   Shop What Goes Bump: https://what-goes-bump-in-the-night.myspreadshop.com   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC93qmRrzjQRBUvfdGDm254w   Tiktok whatgoesbumpin_thenight Instagram @whatgoesbumppod Email Whatgoesbumppodcast@gmail.com Donante:Cash app $whatgoesbump 

Guest and storyteller Jen Murphy is a Feminine Embodiment Coach, Mythologist and Anthropologist. She is the creator of Celtic Embodiment, a cutting-edge modality that fuses the ancient wisdom of Celtic Mythology with the emerging field of Feminine Embodiment Coaching, to transform modern life for women. I have the good fortune of being part of Jen's yearlong program, the Celtic Women's Voyage where Jen takes us on an imram, a mystical, embodied journey to the otherworld and to the realms within. Learn more about Jen and her brilliant work at https://www.celticembodiment.com/ (www.celticembodiment.com) Jen comes to KnotWork with her own story, The Skerries Selkie, which is set in Skerries, County Dublin, right beside the Irish Sea. In our deep diving conversation, Jen and I explore: The parallels between the Selkie and An Mhaighdean Mhara, the mermaid How important it is to reclaim the feminine from the patriarchy and recover the lost self  The masculine and feminine energy that exist in all of us and how we leave behind seal skin (the feminine) when we suit up and head off to work and enter the masculine world The problem with “doing the feminine in a masculine way” Valuing doing over being, logic over intuition, linear over the cyclical The bean feasa, the wise woman who comes in to help and heal the mother who has lost herself Sisterhood, rupture and separation, the quest to return to companionship and the arms of the sea. The sacred geometry of the Celtic Embodiment logo, with all of its straight lines and spirals and how evocative it is of this story and these ideas. How systems of oppression can play out in the body Animism: the belief that everything has a soul. The Brehon Law, the original laws of Ireland that protect trees, proving the way that everything had an essence and a soul. The way the body remembers. A book recommendation from Jen: Kimberly Ann Johnson Call of the Wild: How We Heal Trauma, Awaken Our Own Power, and Use it for Good What it means to be a mother of sons (as well as daughters and non-binary children) in a culture with so much trouble with “toxic masculinity” Our show music is a compilation of traditional tunes, including "The College Grove," performed by Beth Sweeney and Billy Hardy: http://billyandbeth.com/ (http://billyandbeth.com/) Do you want to explore and tell your own stories? Marisa's Sovereign Writers' Knot online community is accepting new members now. https://www.marisagoudy.com/sovereign-writers (Learn more and apply to join )this unique space for writers who want to dive deep into stories that are at once personal and universal. Explore Marisa's work and get a copy of The Sovereignty Knot : https://www.knotworkstorytelling.com/episode/www.marisagoudy.com (www.marisagoudy.com) Follow the show on https://www.instagram.com/knotworkpodcast/ (Instagram) and join our vibranthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/knotworkpodcast ( listeners' community on Facebook).

Season 2 of Animisma is an offering of seasonal contemplation, offered with care, and offered in peace. It is a walk along the hidden paths, along forest floors covered in soft grass, sunlight peeking through ancient boughs, breezes quietly moving across our faces as we walk with permission through mist and shadow. It is a walk in the presence of giants, of plants as portals, mystical herbs, and magical flowers.Episode 2: Fàilte a charaidean (welcome friends). Today, we will create a tree spirit altar together, in honor of Imbolc. If you cannot access all of these beautiful trees and plants in our human realm, this episode offers you space to gently still yourself and witness through your mind's eye the building of a beautiful and sacred offering to the traditional start of Spring.Imbolc is the beautiful cross-quarter fire festival and celebration of awakening, fertility, birthing, and beginning. It is the promise of renewal, of hidden potential, of the earth slowly awakening and of life-force stirring. We welcome the growth of the returning light and witness life's rebirth at this time. Imbolc is translated from ancient Irish and means ‘in the belly' or ‘around the belly' and refers to both the pregnancy of sheep and to the fertility of the Earth, that is the swelling belly of the earth goddess. Imbolc was the traditional celebration of Spring, as opposed to the modern interpretation of Spring beginning on the Spring Equinox.Today, we create a sacred altar for Imbolc - requesting blessings from Brighid, the Goddess honored on this day while partnering with the sacred tree, Rowan (Witchwood), and sacred plant Heather (Fraoch) and snowdrop, a messenger of hope.

Our favorite Celtic hero? Well, it's that kooky guy, of course! Join us for this and more mispronunciations of Celtic names as we continue to dive into Celtic mythology. This time, we look at stories of Cuchulainn, from the birth of the famous hero , to how he earned his name, and the tragedies of his son Connla and his friend Ferdia. We also look at the significance of pride and how one can make rash decisions due to mockery, as well as discussing the significance of Fairy and the unknown. Also, why is Medb spelled like that?

Alice and Dan cover the longest creation story from Celtic Mythology. We make some comparisons to other creation stories we have already discussed and briefly review two other Celtic creation myths. Find our sources on twitter @nerdhourspod.

Oisin was regarded as the greatest poet of Ireland and a warrior in the Ossianic or Fenian Cycle of the Irish side of Celtic Mythology. He is the narrator of many of the poems attributed to him and is believed to the be the son of Fionn Mac Cumhaill and Sadhbh who in turn was the daughter if Bodb Dearg. The neame Oisin name translates to “young deer”.

Ashley kicks off our Halloween-themed triptych by exploring the Ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. For starters, she serves up what we know about Samhain's history and traditions and how some of those traditions have been adapted for the modern holiday of Halloween. Then she finishes off this spooky special by taking a closer look at a couple of the supernatural figures associated with Samhain: the pookah and the Dullahan. If you enjoy a slice of the macabre, this is the episode for you!This episode is sponsored by Db Journey https://bit.ly/37cP8YP (https://bit.ly/37cP8YP)and Art Legends in History podcast https://www.artlegends.org/ (https://www.artlegends.org/)To stay on top of all the latest from Pineapple Pizza Podcast, be sure to check out our website at http://www.pineapplepizzapodcast.com (www.pineapplepizzapodcast.com) where you will find links to merch, Patreon and a variety of ways to support the show, as well as detailed episode descriptions and regional specials. Help our show grow by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pineapple-pizza-podcast/id1543640038 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pineapple-pizza-podcast/id1543640038)Or on Podchaser at https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pineapple-pizza-podcast-1568165 (https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pineapple-pizza-podcast-1568165)You can also send mail to: Pineapple Pizza PodcastPO Box 341Wyoming, MN 55092Remember, no matter how you slice it, you're awesome and we love you.Sources“Samhain.” The History Channel. https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/samhain (https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/samhain)Cady Lang. “What is Samhain? What to Know About the Ancient Pagan Festival That Came Before Halloween.” Time. https://time.com/5434659/halloween-pagan-origins-in-samhain/ (https://time.com/5434659/halloween-pagan-origins-in-samhain/)“Samhain – The Celtic roots of Halloween.” New Grange. https://www.newgrange.com/samhain.htm (https://www.newgrange.com/samhain.htm)“Samhain.” Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Samhain (https://www.britannica.com/topic/Samhain)“The Story of Jack O Lantern.” Irish Genealogy Toolkit. https://www.irish-genealogy-toolkit.com/jack-o-lantern.html (https://www.irish-genealogy-toolkit.com/jack-o-lantern.html)“Púca.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki)/Púca“Harvey (Play).” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_(play) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_(play))“The Púca (Pookah) in Irish Folklore.” Your Irish Culture. https://www.yourirish.com/folklore/irish-pookas (https://www.yourirish.com/folklore/irish-pookas)Leo Casey. “The Irish Legend of the Pooka.” Irish Central. https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/irish-legend-pooka (https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/irish-legend-pooka)“Dullahan.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dullahan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dullahan)“Headless Horseman.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headless_Horseman (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headless_Horseman)Connor. “The Dullahan of Celtic Mythology.” The Irish Place. https://www.theirishplace.com/heritage/the-dullahan/ (https://www.theirishplace.com/heritage/the-dullahan/)Bridget Haggerty. “The Dullahan – Ireland's Headless Horseman.” Irish Culture and Customs. https://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/ACalend/Dullahan.html (https://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/ACalend/Dullahan.html)

TSC258. Sophie and Sin talk about the Winged Helmet, Flowers, Trees, Gods, Kings, and Berserk References.

This episode was called 'The Salt Bae' which we thought was an apt name for Irish lads who fall in love with women that were formerly seals. Yes, that's right this episode is all about the selkies, merrows and mermaids. We knew there was something fishy going on when Alex told us to get the mead and sherry in but as per usual the cocktail was delicious - check out our Instagram for the recipe where you can (responsibly) drink along! The briny taste transported us to the shores of our little island, which though small, is full of human-fish hybrid lore. Though our more docile creatures won't drag you down to the depths of the Atlantic kicking and screaming - we always knew there were secrets behind those black eyes...our sources this episode were: https://www.wildernessireland.com/blog/irish-myths-legends-part-4-selkies/, Wikipedia, https://www.celtic-weddingrings.com/celtic-mythology/the-seal-people, https://talesfromthewood.ie/selkies-and-merrow-the-sea-folk-of-ireland/ , https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/legends-selkies-hidden-germs-sea-mythology-006409, http://www.elisabethgifford.com/blog/2014/5/3/the-secret-history-hidden-in-the-selkie-story, https://www.thebottleimp.org.uk/2016/12/selkies-sex-and-the-supernatural/, https://www.icysedgwick.com/selkies-folklore/ , https://etc.ancient.eu/education/summer-solstice-celtic-traditions/, https://punchdrink.com/recipes/jabberwocky/, https://www.liquor.com/slideshows/salt-cocktails/, https://www.sliabhliagdistillers.com/an-dulaman/, duchas.ie, Field Guide to Irish FairiesFurther reading for listeners:Briggs, Katharine. 1976. An Encyclopedia of Fairies. Pantheon Books: New York.Matthews, John and Caitlin. 2005. The Element Encyclopedia of Magical Creatures. Barnes & Noble Publishing.Monaghan, Patricia. 2009. The Encyclopedia of Celtic Mythology and Folklore. Arrow Books: UK.Spence, Lewis. 1948. The Minor Traditions of British Mythology. Rider and Company: Towrie, Sigurd. "The Selkie Folk." Orkneyjar: the heritage of the Orkney Islands. Accessed 1, August 2016. http://www.orkneyjar.com/folklore/selkiefolk/Williamson, Duncan. 1992. Tales of the seal people: Scottish folk tales. Interlink Books: NY.Jøn, Allan Asbjørn (1998), ‘Dugongs and Mermaids, Selkies and Seals', in Australian Folklore: A Yearly Journal of Folklore Studies 13, pp. 94-98.Silver, Carole G. (2005), “Animal Brides and Grooms: Marriage of Person to Animal Motif B600, and Animal Paramour, Motif B610”, in Jane Garry and Hasan El-Shamy (eds), Archetypes and Motifs in Folklore and Literature, New York: M.E. Sharpe.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishspirits)