Podcasts about world mythology

It's our Halloween special and our last episode of the year! How do European and Asian dragons compare? Studied up on your Dragon knowledge for our quiz? Find out this week!Send us a textSupport the showYou can find us on:Myth Monsters WebsiteSpotifyApple PodcastsSocial media: TwitterInstagramFacebookTikTok

BEST OF: Remote Viewing comprises the perceiving of information and imagery from a distance without any foreknowledge of a target. Despite these blind methods, the human is still subject to their own imagination, bias, emotions, environmental conditions, etc., in making their initial observation, and then later the interpretation of the same. The fact a group could essentially see the same thing in blind sessions could likely be explained by the collective unconscious and general archetypes. In the most recent Future Forecasting Group session the target H506-B3T9 was the rapture, and much of the material perceived clearly had to do more with mythology than literal events. This is the same group that in 2023 ‘predicted' a major event by years's end that never transpire. Before we can even consider Remote Viewing, however, there must be an esoteric analysis of the Rapture, Second Coming, Apocalypse, and Armageddon. 

In this episode, we explore the incredible stories of seven powerful goddesses from world mythology, each representing unique strengths and qualities. From Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and war, to Oya, the Yoruba goddess of storms and winds, we dive deep into their myths, their roles in shaping their respective cultures, and the awe-inspiring powers they wield. Discover how Amaterasu illuminates the heavens, how Freya commands both love and battle, and why Pele fiercely rules the volcanic islands. Join us as we uncover the legacy of these formidable women and reflect on their significance throughout history. Don't miss this journey across mythologies, celebrating the might and wisdom of the divine feminine.Tune in, hit the subscribe button, and let these tales inspire your inner strength!

In this episode, Megan and Frank continue their discussion of myths and mythology. Join them as they further explore different approaches to interpreting and understanding myth. How have creation myths differed across cultures? Should myth be regarded as an allegory? Is the point of myth to justify society's norms? Is myth a tool for exploring the subconscious aspects of our minds? And do we have any use for myth in the modern world? Thinkers discussed include Joseph Cambell, Carl Jung, Karl Popper, and Mary Midgley.-----------------------Hosts' Websites:Megan J Fritts (google.com)Frank J. Cabrera (google.com)Email: philosophyonthefringes@gmail.com-----------------------Bibliography:Powell - A Short Introduction to Classical Myth (earlhaig.ca) (Chs. 2-3 for an excellent overview of theories of myth)Classical Mythology - Prof. Vandiver (A great lecture series we learned a lot from)Myth in Human History - Grant Voth (Another great lecture series we drew from)Myth and Knowing: An Introduction to World Mythology (quoted a few times in the episode)Teaching Jung - Kelly Bulkeley; Clodagh Weldon (Ch. 5 by Robert Segal was very helpful!)Campbell's "Other" Monomyth - The Hero's Journey: Life's Great AdventureA Secular Age — Charles Tayllor Conjectures & Refutations - Karl PopperThe Myths We Live By - Mary Midgley-----------------------Cover Artwork by Logan Fritts-------------------------Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/neon-signsLicense code: LRDE4XFUJKAMEDIZ

Tok Thompson was born and raised in rural Alaska. At the age of 17, he began attending Harvard College, where he received his bachelor's degree in Anthropology. He received a Master's degree in Folklore from the University of California, Berkeley, and three years later received a PhD in Anthropology from the same institution. After receiving his PhD, Tok engaged in a two-year postdoctoral position with the Centre for Irish-Scottish Studies at Trinity College, Dublin, where he helped launch a new M.Phil. in Translation Studies. He also researched Irish language traditions in County Fermanagh, and taught classes for the University of Ulster. In the Fall of 2006, Tok came to USC, where he has been teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in folklore and related topics. Additionally, he has taught folklore as a visiting professor at universities in Northern Ireland, Iceland, and Ethiopia. While in graduate school, he co-founded the journal Cultural Analysis: An Interdisciplinary Forum on Folklore and Popular Culture, which he co-edited for 15 years. From 2013-2017 he was the editor for Western Folklore. He has recently published two books:  one of his own research entitled Posthuman Folklore (2019) and another (co-authored with Gregory Schrempp) a textbook on World Mythology entitled The Truth of Myth (2020). He currently edits the book series Myth in Theory and Everyday Life for Oxford University Press.Please enjoy my conversation with Tok Thompson.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

Remote Viewing comprises the perceiving of information and imagery from a distance without any foreknowledge of a target. Despite these blind methods, the human is still subject to their own imagination, bias, emotions, environmental conditions, etc., in making their initial observation, and then later the interpretation of the same. The fact a group could essentially see the same thing in blind sessions could likely be explained by the collective unconscious and general archetypes. In the most recent Future Forecasting Group session the target H506-B3T9 was the rapture, and much of the material perceived clearly had to do more with mythology than literal events. This is the same group that in 2023 ‘predicted' a major event by years's end that never transpire. Before we can even consider Remote Viewing, however, there must be an esoteric analysis of the Rapture, Second Coming, Apocalypse, and Armageddon. -FREE ARCHIVE & RSS: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-secret-teachingsTwitter: https://twitter.com/TST___RadioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesecretteachingsWEBSITE (BOOKS, RESUBSCRIBE for early show access): http://thesecretteachings.infoPaypal: rdgable@yahoo.comCashApp: $rdgableBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tstradioSUBSCRIBE TO NETWORK: http://aftermath.mediaEMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.com

Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Chief Adam Waterbear DePaul to the Restorative Works! Podcast.  Adam speaks with us about the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania's relational culture of communal input, a multidimensional leadership that seeks council from many members, not just a single or small group of leaders. This leadership model platforms various voices that span gender, age, experience, and expertise. Thereby it creates a holistic approach, leading to more inclusive decision-making that better serves the group's needs. He notes the intersections between restorative practices principles and those of the Lenape nation, noting how they overlap in several ways. Adam reminds us that the issues of the past are influencing our present and being informed about the past is crucial to making positive changes in the future. Time, healing, and facing shame are all part of experiencing and building community. Adam is a Chief of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania, where he serves as Tribal Storykeeper and Director of Education. He collaborates with academic institutions on initiatives related to the Lenape people, including land acknowledgements, mascots and representation, programming, and curriculum development. He is a Ph.D. candidate at Temple University and a Scholar-in-Residence at Arcadia University, where he currently teaches classes in Indigenous Studies, World Mythology, and Punk Rock. He co-curates the Lenape Cultural Center in Easton, PA, and the Lenape “Enduring Presence” exhibit, which is now travelling from Haverford College to Arcadia University. Tune in to learn more about the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania and Adam's amazing work with youth leaders and learners.

Welcome to Season 4! We're kicking off the new season by looking a mythical feature that most of us in the Western world are fond of, the Tooth Fairy! Why does she even collect teeth in the first place? How does she link to the Vikings? Find out this week!Support the showYou can find us on -Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.ukSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RPGDjM...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...Google Podcasts: ...

Prof. Rachel McCoppin, Ph.D returns to the show to discuss her other book, The Legacy of the Goddess: Heroines, Warriors and Witches from World Mythology to Folktales and Fairy Tales - and that's just what we'll be chatting about today!  We'll have fun delving into famous folktales and fairy tales that possibly reveal elements of ancient goddess worship and discover what women today gain from identifying sacred messages in folktales and fairy tales they may have passed over as a mere children's tale.  We'll also talk about the importance of these stories and narratives to shape society and why re-writes are often called for if we want to re-shape our future for women everywhere.

In this week's episode, we're heading out to the seven seas for the nautical legend of Davy Jones! How does this monster relate to a pub owner in England back in the 1700's? What really is Davy Jones' Locker? Find out this week!Support the showYou can find us on -Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.ukSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RPGDjM...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...Google Podcasts: ...

Rachel McCoppin, Ph.D. professor of literature at the University of Minnesota Crookston is here to discuss her newest book, Goddess Lost: How the Downfall of Female Deities Degraded Women's Status in World Cultures.  Rachel will tell us why this topic is still relevant today and explain a bit about the history of goddess worship and what it meant to the role of women in each of the global regions identified in her book.  I'll be sure to ask her about women-centeredd religions or philosophies still practiced today and how understanding this history of goddess worship helps women today.  Other books by Rachel McCoppin are The Hero's Journey and the Cycles of Nature,  The Lessons of Nature in Mythology, The Legacy of the Goddess: Heroines, Warriors and Witches from World Mythology to Folktales and Fairy Tales and The Ecological Heroes of Amerindian Mythology

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "The Mythical Narrative" series on English Plus Podcast! Host Danny takes listeners on an exciting journey, exploring myths and legends from around the world. In this episode, we dive into the definitions of myths and legends, their roles in societies, and their enduring influence on culture.Discover how these captivating narratives continue to shape modern storytelling through movies, books, and TV shows. We'll also embark on a quick world tour, introducing major mythologies from Greek to Norse, Egyptian to Chinese, as well as lesser-known but equally intriguing mythologies such as Inuit, Australian Aboriginal, and African.Not just a tour of mythologies, English Plus adds an extra layer of language learning. We'll dissect key English words and phrases from the episode, aiding listeners in expanding their vocabulary. So, whether you're a myth enthusiast, an English learner, or both, this episode is perfect for you! Tune in and let's explore these stories that make our world so wonderfully rich and diverse.Find the interactive transcript and more on https://englishpluspodcast.com/the-mythical-narrative-introduction-to-world-mythology/ Support the showNever Stop Leaning on our website englishpluspodcast.com

After a brief bout with COVID-19, I'm back, sharing the lurid tales of Werewolves in European and World Mythology from Sabine Baring Gould's "Book of the Were-Wolves." This week we get an indepth look at one of Europe's youngest serial killer werewolves, then take a tour of werewolf myth and legend throughout the world. I also impart some of the fascinating modern psychology behind lycanthropy, and, yes, it is a legitimate disorder, but a litte less Lon Chaney than most imagine.Come along for the ride!

Renowned folklorist and Harvard scholar Maria Tatar joins host Patricia Martin to discuss her latest book, Heroine with 1,001 Faces. In this interview, Tatar unearths the forgotten legacy of the […] The post Jung in the World | Mythology and the Age of the Heroine with Maria Tatar appeared first on C. G. Jung Institute of Chicago.

In this finale for Season 2 of Unlimited Opinions, we look at Scottish legends for children and stories of Fionn mac Cumhaill. We discuss the Ainsel, the story of Ossian and the Crow, the legend of how Fionn got his sword Mac an Luinne, and much more! We also talk about the importance of mythology overall and why it's important today, and how this relates to the book that we will be covering for Season 3!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Porridge: the cure-all food of Scotland, apparently! In this episode, we look at Scottish stories about ghosts, tales of how things came to be, and fables instructing you how to live your life. We discuss the Fiddler of Gord, Dubh u'Giubhais, Luran, the Three Questions of King James, and much more! We also somehow end up on many tangents, including one comparing the complexities of World War II and the American Civil War!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

In this episode, Mark begins his descent into becoming a cartoon supervillain! Amidst many tangents and asides, we discuss the rather cheerful stories of Scottish fairies and sea-folk. We look at the legend of the Selkie, several stories about Changelings (including the story of Wee Johnnie in the Cradle), and the tale of how you should always accept mysterious buttermilk! We look at many of the morals and underlying symbolisms of these Scottish tales, and how they relate to us today.  Follow us (and recommend us books for Season 3) on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

The beginning of Scottish mythology! In this episode, we cover various tales of witchcraft, including the legend of the brownie, the three knots, the daughter of Duart, and the cauldron. We also discuss what distinguishes Scottish mythology from other Celtic traditions in its role in primarily oral storytelling. As is par for the course, we ramble in various tangents, some of which aren't connected to the stories at all, including discussions on H.P. Lovecraft and Harry Potter!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

In this epic conclusion to Norse mythology, we cover the entire story of Ragnarok, the Norse end of the world. We tell the whole story, from Balder's death to Loki's punishment, and the battle itself on the field of Vigrid, and the renewed world. We also discuss the dichotomies represented by each of the gods and their enemies, and discuss our thoughts on Norse mythology as a whole. As always, there are many tangents, including a discussion on cynicism, a comparison of the punishments of Prometheus and Loki, Revelations, and how many pencils are on a certain endtable.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Come be part of my world this week as we explore the wonderful Mermaids from basically world mythology? How did fisherman mistake manatees for them back in the day? Is the Starbucks logo a mermaid or a siren, or something else entirely? Find out this week!Support the show

Tangents, many connections to other writings, and rants! The quintessential Unlimited Opinions episode! We look at Freyja and Odur's love story, the tale of how Tyr lost his hand, the passing of the dwarfs, and much more! In this episode, Tolkien references abound and off-topic conversations run rampant. We're also looking for suggestions for a book to follow along with in the next season, so make sure to tweet any suggestions to us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Come back to Ancient Persia with me in this week's episode, as we're looking at the terrifying Manticore! How did you (attempt) to kill this monster? How has it been linked to the Greeks? Find out this week!Support the show

Thor: hero of Norse mythology or kinda just a jerk? In this episode, we look at various legends of Thor's exploits in the Norse myths, including how Thor's hammer was made and later stolen, his fishing adventure, and the page-turner that is the story of Thor's journey to the hall of Utgard-loki. As always, this episode is full of tangents and other discussions, including our thoughts on if the giants are really just misunderstood.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

In this episode packed full of information about the Norse myths, we cover some of the most famous stories of Norse mythology! We look at the halls of Asgard, Heimdall's visits to Midgard, several of Loki's trickster stories, the tales of the Norns, Idunn's apples of immortality, and a very abridged version of the Sigurd Saga. We also narrowly avoid several rants, talk extensively about J.R.R. Tolkien, and share the important themes behind many of these stories.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Mark's Manifesto, an undocumented Berber language, and the plot of John Wick: our favorite trinity in Norse mythology! In this episode, we break down the Norse creation myths, including the creation of Ymir in Ginnungagap, the shaping of the earth by Odin, Vili, and Ve, the chariots of Nott and Dag, the first humans, and the founding of Asgard in Yggdrasil. We also talk about the phases that Norse mythology has gone through, J.R.R. Tolkien's inspiration from these tales, and our major takeaways from these Norse creation myths!

Don't we all just wish that we had a Cone of Buffalo Protection? It would definitely make my trips to Yellowstone a lot less hazardous. In this episode, we discuss legends from various Native American peoples, including how the sun was ensnared, how the Pawnee are able to hunt buffalo, and the Seminole account of the origin of the three races. We also look at the legend of Osseo, the Son of Evening Star, the escapades of White Feather and the Six Giants, the tale of the broken promise, and much more. Listen on to hear discussions of linguistic color theory, the various tropes of Native American mythology, and many, many surly remarks!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

If someone rejects you, it might just be a little overboard to make a sentient snowman to lead them to their doom. But what do I know, I'm no judge! On this episode, we look at Algonquian myths and legends, including the tale of Michabo and his role in the creation of the world, the journey to the Land of Souls, Moowis the Snow-husband, and the legend of Scar-face. We discuss comparative mythology, the various morals found in these stories, the agricultural revolution and much more!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Rants, rants, and more Mark Bishop rants! In this episode, we begin looking at Native American mythology, starting with the Iroquois people. We talk about the creation myth of how Atahensic created the Good Mind and the Bad Mind, the origin of medicine, the legend of Hiawatha, the story of the stone giant Ganusquah, the mysterious tale of Great Head and the 10 Brothers, and Sayadio's sad attempt to bring his little sister back to life. We also talk about 60s music and give perhaps the worst plot synopsis of Inception!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

What does your mind jump to when learning about various important tales from India? If your answer is the soundtrack to the 1978 movie Convoy, you might be Mark Bishop! In this last episode focusing on Indian mythology, we look at various important tales from India, such as the Birth of Ganga, in which King Sagara's 60,000 sons are turned to ash and his great-grandson Bhagirath prays for Ganga to come down from heaven and create the seven sacred streams of India. We also discuss the moralistic tales of The Elephant and the Crocodile and the King, Pigeon, and the Hawk. We also see yet another example of a beautiful woman bathing in a stream in the story of the Ashvin Twins, and we break down their attempt to join the pantheon of gods by convincing a woman to leave her elderly husband. As always, our stories are filled with consistent interruptions and tangents about semi-related topics!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Back in person and with more rambling than ever! On this episode, we look at some legends about the Hindu god Shiva, and his role as destroyer in the triumvirate of Vishnu, Brahma, and Shiva. We look at Shiva's birth, his wedding to Sati, and his dance of change. We also talk about the nature of destruction and preservation, the importance of a spouse, and a whole lot of off-topic nonsense!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Was the Empire in Star Wars on the right side? - and other topics that can be vaguely related to the Mahabharata, the longest epic poem ever written! On this episode, we break down some summaries of the stories of the origin of Arjuna, the warrior prince of the Pandavas. We look at how the Pandavas met their mentor Drona, how Arjuna and his rival Karna came to fight, and how Arjuna won the hand of Draupadi in marriage. We also discuss Jungian archetypes, the role of the caste system, and the morality of Indian mythology.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Reincarnation: a wise philosophy or nonsense? We attempt to answer that question and more as we look at some legends about Buddha. We look at Guatama Buddha's conversion, life, and death, the story of how Sumedha became a disciple of Buddha, and the tale of the six-tusked elephant. We also look at the nature of desire as the root of all evil, the popularity of Buddhism, and how Buddhism relates to other religions!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Happy Valentines Day! We're looking at one of the sexier demons in mythology this week, and delving into the world of the Succubus from religious mythology! How did these demons convince men to sleep with them? Why are they associated with sleep paralysis? Find out this week!NOTE: This episode, whilst not including swears - does obviously contain explicit material in regards to this monster's MO. I've not formally marked it as explicit on the podcast - but I would advise parental permission before listening if under 18.Support the show

Krishna's major accomplishments: battling a monstrous snake, lifting an entire mountain with the tip of his finger, and...stealing clothes? In this episode, we continue our look at Indian mythology, covering the legends of Krishna's early life, from his birth and prophesy to defeat Kansa, his mischievous and powerful adventures as a boy, his battle with Kaliya, and his love of Radha. We also talk about the nature of love and loyalty, and how Krishna, Rama, and other heroes that we've covered so far follow the Hero's Journey!

In this episode, we look at tales from the Ramayana, one of the epic Hindu poems. It tells the story of Rama and his brothers Bharata, Lakshman, Sutrughna, all embodiments of the great god Vishnu. We look at Rama's youth and exile, and how he rescued his wife Sita from the terrible evil of the rakshasa Ravana. We break down the morality tales and lessons that each episode of Rama's story gives to us, and how this first section of Indian mythology relates to other world mythologies.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Join us for a discussion of some of the most famous Greek myths, such as Eros and Psyche, Persephone and Hades, Orpheus and Eurydice, Echo and Narcissus, Perseus, Daedalus, and Icarus. We talk about how love and the mind work together, how myths develop from the values that a culture holds, and how power leads to corruption. Also included is a world-famous Mark Bishop Rant!

You know you're a good king when you have a giant bronze jar made specifically to hide in out of your own fear and cowardice! At least, that seemed to work for King Eurystheus as he sent Heracles out on his twelve famous labors. In this episode, we look at all twelve labors, including the Nemean Lion, the Lernaean Hydra, the Cretan Bull,  the capture of Cerberus, and all nine others! We also discuss the bare minimum requirements to be a good hero.

Join us in this episode of Unlimited Opinions as we look at the real Avengers of the Ancient Greeks: Jason and the Argonauts. We discuss every part of the journey, from how the quest to capture the Golden Fleece was begun, the members of the Argonauts, the trials they faced along the journey, and how Medea is just absolutely terrifying.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

We now come to the conclusion of Odysseus' story as he makes it back to his home of Ithaca. However, he still has many trials to face, as we discuss in this episode! Join us as we look at the reunion of Odysseus and Telemachus, Penelope's plan to keep the suitors away, the battle in Odysseus' palace, and much more!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

In this episode, we break down Odysseus' famous journey to Ithaca from Troy. Every scene in this story is famous, from the Lotus-Eaters to the Cyclopes. from the sorceress Circe to the House of Hades, and from the Sirens to the Flock of Helius. Join us as we look at all of these famous adventures and discuss what to admire in Odysseus and what you should definitely not admire!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

The Trojan War: just an Ancient Greek Avengers? Join us as we look at the stories surrounding the city of Troy, including the judgement of Paris, all the events leading up to the Trojan War, and the war itself, which is really a lot of miniature battles in one big battle. We also talk about the Latin language, the nature of warfare, and how the Siege of Gondor relates to the Trojan War. We also have a new t-shirt giveaway for Season 2! Listen to the end for info on how to tweet @UlmtdOpinions to win a free t-shirt!

If I had a nickel for every story in this episode that featured a man stealing clothes from a woman and forcing her to marry him, I'd have two nickels! Which isn't a lot, but it's weird that it happened twice. In this last episode focusing on Chinese mythology, we look at an assortment tales, including the story of how the silkworm came to be, the Crane Maiden, the Wooden Bridge Inn, the Dragon King's Daughter, and my personal favorite, How Monkey Became Immortal.  Next episode: Classical Greek mythology!   Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

If you listen to a prerecorded form of entertainment, are you then engaging in a live performance? Of course not, right? Apparently that is up for debate in this episode as we look at various Chinese gods that are important to the connection between the mortal and immortal worlds. We look at the kitchen god who reports families' behavior to the Supreme Being of the Heavens, the door gods who protect from unwanted visitors, the bureaucracy of the elements (particularly Lei Kung, the Duke of Thunder), the Buddhist goddess of mercy, Kuan Yin, and the Eight Immortals of Taoism, who each represent a unique aspect of life.   Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Chang E: worst wife ever? This episode is rife with unfortunate relationships, including the terrible parenting of Dijun and Xihe, the atrocious mother of Hou Ji, and the sad tale of Nu Jiao and the dragon Yü. Join us as we look at how Yi hunted down the ten suns and various other monsters, the story of how Chang E is the worst and now rightfully lives on the moon alone, how Hou Ji survived a multitude of attempted murders, how Tiandi just wanted to wipe out humanity, and how Gun and Yü subsequently saved everyone.   Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

In this episode we look at two stories of giants in early Chinese mythology, and talk about how the word 'giant' is not to be confused with 'jötunn,' even though the words are clearly related! We talk about Xing Tian's battle with the Yellow Emperor, which could have been a much funnier story if it was played like the scene in the hit animated movie Robots. We also discuss how Kua Fu chased the sun, and the many ways his plan could have been improved.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Every fall, we'll talk about Chiyou and absolutely nobody but us will have any idea what we're talking about but us! Join us in this episode as we look at the Chinese Tales of the Five Emperors, including how Huang Ti became the Yellow Emperor and founded his palace, how the Red Emperor helped humanity in just about every way possible, and how Chiyou challenged the Yellow Emperor and humanity and the gods were separated. We also spend a very long time discussing linguistic color theory and old movies, of course!

What was the result of the War Between the Gods of Fire and Water? Steam, of course! This and more non-jokes are in this episode of Unlimited Opinions as we cover Chinese Creation Myths. We look at Pan Gu and how his body became the world, how Nü Wa created humanity, and the actual result of the War Between the Gods of Fire and Water, which was more than just a little steam. We also make connections to the Old Testament, modern-day thinkers, and Tolkien's types of Evil!  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

Adam Franklin Francis Finn mac Cumaill Bishop. That has a nice ring to it! Well, it's easier to pronounce than some of these other Celtic names. In this episode, we look at the last section of Celtic mythology: the Fenian Cycle, especially the stories of Finn mac Cumaill. We look at Finn's birth and how he became leader of the Fianna, how he pursued Diarmuid and Gráinne in his old age, and how his son Oisín travelled to the Land of Youth. All this is mixed in with various rants, side topics, and references to samurai for some reason.  Follow us on Twitter! @UlmtdOpinions

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?

Hello Goddess Lovers! Today's Goddess is the Yoruban Goddess of weather, especially tornadoes, lightning, destructive rainstorms, fire, female leadership, persuasive charm and transformation...she is Oya. Join the Leos as they drink some tea and explore the meanings, legends and powers of this episode's Goddess. If you love the show and want others to find Goddess Chat with Leos please rate and review on apple podcast. The best way to show your support for the show is to rate and review, also word of mouth is priceless. You can find the Leos on instagram at @goddesschatleos or email them at goddesschat@yahoo.com Our sources for Today's Goddess are: Online: https://journeyingtothegoddess.wordpress.com ; https://symbolsage.com ; https://orderwhitemoon.org Book: Find your Goddess by Skye Alexander ; Goddesses in World Mythology: a Biographical Dictionary by Ann, Martha and Dorthy Myers Imel Oracle Cards: The Goddess Oracle by Amy Sophia Marashinsky Well Goddesses grab your drinks and let's chat!