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Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast

41 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 263 ratings

A podcast focused on the myths, legends and folkloric creatures of the 6 Celtic Nations; Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man.

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The Enchanted Mouras of Galicia

January 21, 2024 18:15 - 23 minutes - 33.9 MB

Hi everyone! I am delighted to introduce Galicia as another Celtic region that I will be delving into the folklore of in upcoming episodes. The enchanted mouras are beautiful creatures held thrall by a curse who are looking for someone to break it...scary or exciting?! Would you break the curse? 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 tak...

Manx Sword Dance

January 04, 2024 23:13 - 38 minutes - 59.2 MB

Hi everyone! In this episode we explore one of the folk customs of the Isle of Man: The Sword Dance and White Boys Mummers play! 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.  

The Korrigans of Brittany

December 31, 2023 02:55 - 26 minutes - 38.3 MB

In this episode we cover the confusing corrigan - are they twisted dwarf like piskies? Or beautiful sirens? Both of these things? Or something else entirely!? 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.

A Mither of Life and Death

November 30, 2023 22:52 - 27 minutes - 31.1 MB

Hi guys!! In this episode we look at the fascinating myths of the Orkney Islands, particularly that of the Sea Mither and her arch nemesis Teran as well as the horrifying nightmare fuel Nuckelavee.  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.

Samhain, Gaelic Halloween

November 05, 2023 22:45 - 29 minutes - 30.6 MB

Happy belated Halloween! In this episode, we learn about the Gaelic festival of Samhain, the first day of winter! 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.

The Tylwyth Teg: Welsh Fairies

September 30, 2023 16:16 - 31 minutes - 34.9 MB

In this episode I introduce the Tylwyth Teg, the fairies of Welsh mythology. We may cover them more deeply in future episodes, but enjoy a story and example for each! Gwyllion, mountain fairies Gwragedd Annwn, water maidens Ellyllon, elves Coblynau, mine pixies Bwbachod, hobgoblins People of the Otherworld (Annwn) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at th...

Cornish Food, Folklore and Feasten

August 31, 2023 15:57 - 38 minutes - 40.3 MB

Hi everyone! In this episode we take a look at how food plays a role in folklore, cultural customs and our sense of identity! The first part of a two-parter episode, the next part due Sept 31st. Thank you to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode: if you'd like to give it a go then you go to magicmind.com/celtic and use my code CELTIC20 for 20-50% off your order!  :) Cheers! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitte...

GEF The Talking Mongoose

August 01, 2023 22:52 - 35 minutes - 31.7 MB

In this episode we cover one of the most strange hauntings - that of a talking mongoose! We are off course back to the lovely Isle of Man and this time we are taking a peek at the legend of Gef...the talking mongoose.  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 Inter...

Ballads of Brittany

June 13, 2023 20:11 - 35 minutes - 46.1 MB

Hello everyone! In this episode we look at an interesting acdemic discussion on authenticity! Barzaz Breiz, or Ballads of Brittany is a 19th century compilations of Breton songs and tales from Théodore Hersart de la Villemarqué. But did he really collect them or make it all up!? 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 ...

Nightmare Scottish Water Horse

May 31, 2023 20:22 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

In this episode we are covering one of the most iconic pieces of Scottish folklore and mythology. The Kelpie. These nightmarish waterhoerses have often been confused with other creatures, so just how nasty ar ethey really? (spoiler: Very!!) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Be...

Irish Vampires

April 30, 2023 20:24 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MB

Despite the catchy (and simplstic title!) we are going to be discussing a few different irish folktales in this episode. All of them loosely 'vampiric' in one way or another.  The Abhartach, the Dearg Due, the leannán sídhe and the sluagh.  Thanks for listening! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of th...

Mabinogi and Mythology

March 26, 2023 18:35 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

I asked the lovely people of patreon whether they wanted the Mabinogion or a Mythological creature and it was almost even, so I decided to try and do both! Enjoy :) In this episode we finally cover the first branch :) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian 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 ...

Pobel Vean Little Folk of Cornwall

February 28, 2023 23:13 - 1 hour - 60.7 MB

In this episode we explore the different types of Cornish piskies, in a sort of revamped, updated version of my very first episode!!  Lots more information to share so why not?! There's piskies that like the moors, piskies that like the underground, abandoned buildings, fish...there's a piskie for everyone! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ce...

Manx Magic

January 31, 2023 22:44 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

In this episode we explore some of the different types of magic practitioners in the Isle of Man including witch-doctors and necromancers! 

Breton Ankou, The Henchman of Death

October 23, 2022 22:03 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Hello everyone!! Today in this spooky, halloween appropriate episode we return to the beautiful and often melancholy rural countryside of Brittany to meet the frightening Henchman of Death and Church Guardian....the skeletal, hat wearing, scythe carrying Ankou!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the ep...

Selkies and Seal Husbands

August 30, 2022 23:19 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

Hello everyone! In this episode we finally cover one of my absolute favourite folkloric creatures: the Selkie! How can we use folklore to talk about difficult contemporary situations? And what about the (seal) men!!? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

Headless Horsemen

June 28, 2022 23:01 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this episode we discuss the Irish legend of the Dullahan, a headless horsemen galloping around rural Ireland as a death portent. Spooky stuff!

BONUS EP: Sian's Yarns 1

December 12, 2021 22:13 - 18 minutes - 13.3 MB

Hi everyone!  I made up a little Cornish christmas story today inspired by the myths and legends of Cornwall so hopefully you enjoy it! Happy holidays everyone! xx Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

Welsh Hags

November 14, 2021 22:39 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MB

This episode we have a cheeky little introduction the Welsh hags Cyhyraeth and Gwrach y Rhybin!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic_sian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start and end of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

Cornish Urban Legends

July 02, 2021 21:06 - 24 minutes - 20.8 MB

Ooops! I uploaded an old file, this should be correct!! Hello everyone!! It's been awhile, hasn't it? I'm very rusty with podcasting but I hope you will enjoy this episode touching upon the Owlman of Mawnan Smith, Morgawr the Falmouth sea serpent and of course...the Beast of Bodmin Moor.  Thank you for your patience!!

Friendly Manx Merman

November 29, 2020 19:23 - 25 minutes - 24.3 MB

Hello everyone! Finally back with the TWENTIETH episode for you all! Here he learn about the friendly merman from Manx folklore ''Yn Dooinney Marrey'' and also a little bit of love for Manx cultural activist and historian Sophia Morrison who was a badass lady! 

Breton Yan-gant-y-tan

June 28, 2020 16:57 - 32 minutes - 52.6 MB

In this episode you'll learn about the hairy demon that haunts the countryside of Brittany with a torch hand and a taste for golden chains! We will also be exploring symbolism and similar creatures in other Celtic myths and legends! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start and end of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Att...

Northern Lights, Storm Kelpies and Green Maidens

May 09, 2020 22:52 - 44 minutes - 50.1 MB

Learn about Giants fighting in the northern sky, storm Kelpies drowning sailors and why you should always keep your bargains with Green Ladies... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License. Text read - Wonder Tales from Scottish Myth and Legend ...

BONUS EP 1

April 10, 2020 20:33 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Hello, this is the first compilation of mini episodes. So...bonus episode! Here we learn about the Welsh dragon, Scottish unicorns, Irish cures, Cornish pixies, Irish fairies, scottish fairies, there's a few fairies okay! Let me know if you enjoyed this and think I should continue making them. 

The Exile of the Sons of Uisliu

April 08, 2020 18:28 - 34 minutes - 37.9 MB

This beautiful, and tragic romantic tale is part of the Ulster Cycle. There is something truly amazing about the blend of magical realism, tragedy, and realism in Irish medieval literature.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.    

Mabinogion: Math, son of Mathonwy

February 23, 2020 00:16 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Here I share with you the fourth, and most complex branch of the wonderful Mabinogion. I give you some context on the Mabinogion - what it is and how it can be interpreted. Enjoy! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

Mermaid of Zennor part 2

February 12, 2020 00:22 - 24 minutes - 38 MB

The second part to my mermaids of zennor episode - listen to the previous episode 1st if you haven't already.  Learn why you shouldn't shoot at mermaids and why mermaids and other folkloric elements find themselves inside churches. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribut...

The Mermaid of Zennor

January 22, 2020 00:01 - 25 minutes - 38.4 MB

Enjoy my own little version of the cornish folk tale Mermaid of Zennor. This episode is a little short and sweet but I thought I would try my hand at a bit of storytelling - with music!  Music included is: 1) Music from https://filmmusic.io "Celtic Impulse" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) 2)Music from https://filmmusic.io "Gregorian Chant" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativ...

Manx Moddey Dhoo & Other Dogs

December 02, 2019 23:15 - 42 minutes - 64.7 MB

In this episode we explore the manx folklore of the Moddey Dhoo - a phantom black hound that is absolutely, totally, horrifying?!? Uhhh...or is it?? We also explore various other dogs in celtic folklore. Really, this is an episode for dog lovers! 

Drowned Cities, Lost Lands...

September 23, 2019 21:11 - 56 minutes - 84.8 MB

Drowned Cities, Lost Lands and Sunken Kingdoms...here we take a look at some of the myths surrounding water, flooding and cities and kingdoms lost to it. Covering Brittany, Wales and Cornwall and to a lesser extent Scotland and Ireland it is clear that these myths have a trace of folk memory to them, also religious and moral undertones. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Mus...

The Shetland Islands

August 19, 2019 22:59 - 44 minutes - 65.7 MB

Exploring the folklore of the Shetlands; including the Wulver...a friendly werewolf, trows, the shy waterhorse nuggle and the interesting fusion of Celtic and Scandinavian folklore. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

The Banshee

May 03, 2019 17:55 - 25 minutes - 38 MB

Taking a look at the Irish Banshee in myth and popular culture, and the scottish and welsh equivalents!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

Wassailing with the Mari Lwyd

January 17, 2019 00:14 - 47 minutes - 72 MB

This episode covers the wassailing folk custom of the Mari Lwyd which originated in South Wales!  Just in time for the Twelth Night! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License.

The Giants of Cornwall

November 06, 2018 22:27 - 31 minutes - 48.1 MB

Learn about the Giant who made his home on St. Michaels Mount and lost his life to Jack the Giant Killer, what happens when Giants fall in love with saints and the tragedy of friendship between boy and giant. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrogis, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International Li...

Mooinjer Veggey - Manx Fairies

October 19, 2018 20:08 - 26 minutes - 40.4 MB

This episode delves into the folklore surrounding the mooinjer veggey which are the fairy people of The Isle of Man!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

The Bugul Noz

August 08, 2018 13:07 - 23 minutes - 34.7 MB

This episode focuses on the Breton folkloric creature "The Bugul Noz" or "Night Shepherd" who is a frightening and repulsive creature who is kinder than he seems...with contrasts to other creatures from Breton (and briefly, also) Manx folklore.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

Elfhame and the Courts of Faerie

June 07, 2018 19:33 - 19 minutes - 29.3 MB

This episode explains the land of Faerie, or Fairyland, or Elfhame, it's Queen and the Seelie and Unseelie Courts of faeries!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

The Voyage of Mael Duin's Coracle

April 10, 2018 19:02 - 32 minutes - 50 MB

This episode concerns the 10th century medieval Irish immrama (sea voyage text) The Voyage of Mael Duin's Coracle (or Boat).  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

The Mabinogion: Branwen

January 26, 2018 00:12 - 29 minutes - 44.1 MB

The second episode of the podcast focuses on the second branch of the Welsh Medieval Prose literature ''The Mabinogion''. Giants, and princesses and magical cauldrons await! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

Introductions and The Cornish Pixie

December 01, 2017 17:46 - 16 minutes - 16.9 MB

The first episode of the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast introducing the show, the creator and including a brief history and description of The Cornish Pixie.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

Introductions and The Cornish Pixie

December 01, 2017 17:46 - 16 minutes - 16.9 MB

The first episode of the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast introducing the show, the creator and including a brief history and description of The Cornish Pixie.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod

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