The Wind Horse - Mythical Menagerie

What this episode covers

What would it be like to know exactly when someone you love is going to die?In this episode of the Mythical Menagerie, we visit Xanthos, the immortal horse of Achilles. Born from the West Wind and gifted with the power of prophecy, Xanthos carried the greatest warrior of the Trojan War into battle, and foresaw the fate waiting for him. Join the Curator by the fire as we explore Greek mythology, immortal horses, the tragedy of Achilles, and one of the most haunting moments in the Iliad: the day a horse spoke and foretold the death of a hero. Put the kettle on, mind the marsh paths, and step into the Menagerie.

PodParley-generated summary based on available episode metadata and transcript content.

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

The Punishment of Loki - Norse

Jul 16, 2026 ·5m

The Twilight of the Gods - Norse

Jul 16, 2026 ·6m

The Giant Behind the Waterfall - Iceland

Jul 16, 2026 ·12m

The Old Woman and the Crooked Sixpence - English

Jul 16, 2026 ·4m

His Call to Bran - Irish

Jul 16, 2026 ·11m

Baldur - Norse

Jul 16, 2026 ·9m

Similar Podcasts

The History of China Podcast Ibnul Jaif Farabi / Light Knot Studios What does the world's oldest continuous civilization, with over 3,000 years of recorded history, have to teach us about power, philosophy, innovation, and human nature? "The History of China Podcast" delivers the epic saga of China in accessible, daily chapters, transforming a vast and complex past into a compelling narrative you can absorb in just minutes a day.This show chronicles the full sweep of China's story, from the mythical Xia Dynasty to the rise of the modern superpower. We explore the dazzling heights of Tang poetry and Song technology, the brutal calculus of Legalist statecraft, and the quiet wisdom of Daoist sages. Each episode focuses on a pivotal event, a transformative figure, or a defining idea—whether it's the construction of the Great Wall, the mind of Empress Wu, or the invention of paper money—weaving them into the grand tapestry of the dynastic cycle. The tone is authoritative yet vividly human, making emperors, poets, and peasants alike feel immediate and real. The Great Pumpkin - Biography Flash Inception Point AI Dive into the fascinating story behind one of the most beloved fictional figures in American pop culture. The Great Pumpkin - Biography Flash explores the complete history and enduring legacy of the Great Pumpkin, the mythical Halloween figure born from the imagination of Charles M. Schulz in his iconic Peanuts comic strip. Since Linus van Pelt first declared his unwavering belief on October 26, 1959, the Great Pumpkin has captured hearts and sparked curiosity for decades, rising from a recurring comic strip gag into a full-blown cultural phenomenon. This podcast delivers a comprehensive biography of the character, tracing every major milestone from that original 1959 debut through the groundbreaking 1966 CBS television special It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, the annual comic strip appearances featuring mistaken sightings and bowling ball incidents, and the figure's lasting influence on Halloween traditions worldwide. Discover how Schulz crafted the Great Pumpkin as a playful pa The Great Pumpkin - Biography Flash Inception Point Ai Dive into the fascinating story behind one of the most beloved fictional figures in American pop culture. The Great Pumpkin - Biography Flash explores the complete history and enduring legacy of the Great Pumpkin, the mythical Halloween figure born from the imagination of Charles M. Schulz in his iconic Peanuts comic strip. Since Linus van Pelt first declared his unwavering belief on October 26, 1959, the Great Pumpkin has captured hearts and sparked curiosity for decades, rising from a recurring comic strip gag into a full-blown cultural phenomenon. This podcast delivers a comprehensive biography of the character, tracing every major milestone from that original 1959 debut through the groundbreaking 1966 CBS television special It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, the annual comic strip appearances featuring mistaken sightings and bowling ball incidents, and the figure's lasting influence on Halloween traditions worldwide. Discover how Schulz crafted the Great Pumpkin as a playful pa Inheritance, The by Susan Edmonstoune Ferrier (1782 - 1854) LibriVox "As the noblest attribute of man, family pride had been cherished time immemorial by the noble race of Rossville. Deep and incurable, therefore, was the wound inflicted on all its members by the marriage of the honorable Thomas St. Clair, the youngest son of the Earl of Rossville, with the humble Miss Sarah Black, a beautiful girl of obscure origin and no fortune." And so the stage is set for our plot, which focuses on the implications and complications of the return from France to Scotland of the Rossville widow and her daughter-heiress Gertrude, who must suffer the onslaught of relations and suitors as well as a mysterious, threatening stranger who plagues her mother. And while we suffer with Gertrude, who also may be in love with the wrong man, we enjoy a myriad of wonderful satiric portraits of the menagerie of minor characters in this lively story. (Summary by Jim Locke)

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Mythical Menagerie?

This episode is 5 minutes long.

When was this Mythical Menagerie episode published?

This episode was published on June 8, 2026.

What is this episode about?

What would it be like to know exactly when someone you love is going to die?In this episode of the Mythical Menagerie, we visit Xanthos, the immortal horse of Achilles. Born from the West Wind and gifted with the power of prophecy, Xanthos carried...

Can I download this Mythical Menagerie episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.