EPISODE · Dec 21, 2020 · 19 MIN

The Halcyon Days

from The Loom: Folktales, Myths, Legends & Lore · host Songs For Dark Times

All music in these episodes is used by express permission from these generous musicians. In today’s episode you heard the songs Tåkedis & Fullmånsang by Runahild and the song Tilkalle Flommen by Sun and Moon Dance. Our theme song is a rendition of Grannen’s Bastu, performed by Varelse. Please consider supporting these generous musicians (as they have supported this podcast) by exploring, sharing or purchasing their work.

What this episode covers

This is the premier episode of The Loom, a podcast of Folktales, Myths, Legends & Lore from around the world . Not all true-love stories have happy endings, but in this tale of transformation, we will learn why the waters that surround Greece remain still during the Winter Solstice...and that even the darkest winter still holds the promise of light. There are many versions of every tale. This is ours.

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