Myths & Magic

Dive into the enchanting world of Scandinavian folklore in the latest podcast episode. This episode explores the mysterious Fossegrim, a mythical water spirit residing in rivers and waterfalls. Delve into the duality of the Fossegrim's character, discovering its benevolent musical inspirations and potential dangers. From haunting melodies to cautionary tales, we unravel the rich cultural traditions and explore how this mythical being continues to influence art, music, and storytelling. Join me for an immersive journey into the heart of the Fossegrim's lore, bridging the gap between the ordinary and the extraordinary in the waterside landscapes. Join the Patreon Community: https://patreon.com/MythsandMagic?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Music Credits: Viking Intro (audio logo) by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ She Moved Through the Fair by Sláinte | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Slinte Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/   Music by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/juliush-3921568/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=1229">Julius H.</a> from <a href="https://pixabay.com/music//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=1229">Pixabay</a>

Today, we are asking the important questions: were Legolas and Gimli closely related? I touch on the topics of Icelandic Christianity and the Norse worlds and read a portion of a poem from the Poetic Edda. So, come join me as we go through my research that still leaves me with tons of questions regarding this topic. Music Credits: Viking Intro (audio logo) by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Fólkvangr by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Return From The Battle by LostDrone | https://soundcloud.com/lostdrone Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

Get ready to unwrap more enchanting tales that have shaped the most celebrated holiday of the year on this special episode of Myths & Magic. Host Laci takes you on a festive journey through various Christmas characters- both of good and evil. Join us in celebrating the myths, magic, and origins of Christmas on this joyful and informative episode. 'Tis the season for storytelling, and we can't wait to share these mythical marvels with you! Join the Patreon Community and listen to exclusive episodes: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/MythsandMagic⁠ Keep up with bts and current activity over on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mythsandmagicpod/ Music Credits: Viking Intro (audio logo) by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/geoffharvey-9096471/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=112845">Geoff Harvey</a> from <a href="https://pixabay.com/music//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=112845">Pixabay</a> Santa Claus Night Express by Makai Symphony | http://makai-symphony.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy by Kevin MacLeod  •  Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | http://incompetech.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Frost by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Epic Christmas by MaxKoMusic | https://maxkomusic.com/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

Get ready to unwrap the enchanting tales that have shaped the most celebrated holiday of the year on this special episode of Myths & Magic. Host Laci takes you on a festive journey through the rich tapestry of Christmas mythology and explores the origins that have woven a magical spell around the world. From the snowy landscapes of Norse mythology, discover the story of La Befana, the whimsical Christmas witch from Italy who spreads joy and surprises on the night of January 5th. Travel to the frosty realms of Icelandic folklore as we unveil the chilling legends of Gryla, her mischievous Yule Lads, and the mysterious Yule Cat, guardians of Icelandic Christmas traditions. Join us in celebrating the myths, magic, and origins of Christmas on this joyful and informative episode. 'Tis the season for storytelling, and we can't wait to share these mythical marvels with you! Join the Patreon Community and listen to exclusive episodes: https://www.patreon.com/MythsandMagic Keep up with bts and current activity over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mythsandmagicpod/ Music Credits: Viking Intro (audio logo) by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Epic Christmas by MaxKoMusic | https://maxkomusic.com/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Santa Claus Night Express by Makai Symphony | http://makai-symphony.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Frost by Alexander Nakarada (CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=126686">Grand_Project</a> from <a href="https://pixabay.com/music//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=126686">Pixabay</a>

Embark on a captivating journey through the realms of dragon mythology in this episode of "Dragon Lore." From the ancient myths that laid the foundation to the diverse species that continue to captivate our imaginations, we delve into the rich tapestry of dragon lore. Keep up with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mythsandmagicpod/ Join the Patreon community and support the show: https://www.patreon.com/MythsandMagic Music Credits: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Vopna by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/magic-forest License code: LEFKZPYTURIWNQBS Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/achaidh-cheide License code: FRAH3LBK1WHIYX5A Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/wikitwonkaweckords_llc-1562674/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=146631">James Jules</a> from <a href="https://pixabay.com/sound-effects//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=146631">Pixabay</a>

Join me as I tell you of the two times I experienced sleep paralysis and dip into the mythical and scientific explanations as to why they happen. Support the show: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/MythsandMagic Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mythsandmagicpod/

If you ever find yourself lost in the woods and you stumble across a fence made of human bones and a hut that rests on chicken feet, I have bad news for you friend. That’s Baba Yaga’s house and you best be going before she sinks her iron teeth into your flesh. Or before she makes you do her housework. Stay up to date with me by following on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mythsandmagicpod/?igshid=MmIzYWVlNDQ5Yg%3D%3D Support the show and get a shout out by joining the Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/MythsandMagic/membership

From comforting war devastation to opening the Gates of Hell, the mystical Ouija board has been a hot topic since the late 1800s. In this episode we dive into how the board went from a parlor game for couples depicted by Norman Rockwell to "Thou shall not play with Hasbro games" and it's a lot. Join the Patreon community: https://patreon.com/MythsandMagic?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Follow the Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/mythsandmagicpod/?igshid=MmIzYWVlNDQ5Yg%3D%3D

First episode July 21st!