Mythology & Fiction Explained
Marios Christou
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Mythology & Fiction Explained episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Mythology & Fiction Explained for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Mythology & Fiction Explained episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Episode 1: Jason & The Argonauts - The Epic Quest for the Golden Fleece
Mythology & Fiction Explained
03/13/20 • 38 min
Today we explore the story behind the Greek Hero Jason and his crew of Argonauts as they embark on an epic and perilous quest to recover the golden fleece and reclaim the kingdom that was stolen from him.. This episode follows Jason's journey to Colchis in search of the legendary golden fleece, but along the way the Argonauts must brave treacherous conditions, hostile natives, six armed giants, sirens, harpies, dragons and the wrath of the gods.
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Episode 2: Lilith: The Mother of Demons or The First Woman?
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03/17/20 • 14 min
Today we explore a very popular figure in Jewish demonology & mythology as well as some biblical stories, Lilith the mother of demons. We take a look her various depictions over the years to try and understand whether she was a demon that all other demons came from or whether she was the first wife of Adam before she rebelled and fled the garden of Eden.
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Episode 3: Spring Heeled Jack: The Demon Terror of London
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03/17/20 • 16 min
Today we explore the stories behind the Victorian legend of Spring Heeled Jack the demon terror of London. A mysterious shadowy figure who stalked the rooftop of London in search for his next victim.
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Episode 7: The Kraken - Exploring the Origins Behind the Legendary Sea Monster
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03/26/20 • 14 min
In today's episode we explore the origins of the most legendary sea monster of all time, the Kraken! We take a look at it's mythical origins and how 19th and 20th century literature made sure it became one of the most notorious monsters in fiction. Even today it's rather strange how often the name and imagery still appears.
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Episode 5: Baba Yaga: The Wild Witch of the Slavic Woods
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03/19/20 • 23 min
Today we delve into some Slavic folklore with the tale of Baba Yaga the wild witch of the woods. In this episode we take a look at her many different depictions, origins and the classical stories that she appeared in.
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Episode 4: The Many Faces of Medusa - Monster, Victim or Protector?
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03/17/20 • 12 min
Today we explore the many stories surrounding one of Greek Mythology's most iconic and misrepresented figures, Medusa. Was she always a monster? Perhaps an unfortunate victim who was in the wrong place at the wrong time? Or did the ancient Greeks view her as a protector who could keep evil away?
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Episode 10: Krampus: Exploring the Legend of the Christmas Demon
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04/06/20 • 16 min
Watch out boys and girls because he certainly knows if you've been naughty... In today's episode we examine the legend of the Christmas demon Krampus! We take a look at the influences and stories surrounding Krampus pre Christian era followed by the more modern Krampus figure used by the church to slowly phase out pagan practices.
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Episode 9: Succubus: The Story Behind the Infamous Demon
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03/31/20 • 16 min
In today's episode we take a look at the stories behind a demon who comes to men in their dreams and feeds off them in order to sustain themselves and create more demons, the Succubus. This is an old episode but it's still one of my personal favourites as it covers some very interesting points in history regarding how the church viewed demons like the succubus, it also includes a pope who claimed to have slept with a succubus so what more could you ask for in terms of entertainment?
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Episode 8: The Giants of Greek Mythology
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03/27/20 • 24 min
In today's episode we take a look at the giants of Greek mythology, their creation, battles, personalities and the most famous stories they appear in. The most famous of these stories being the Gigantomachy, the epic battle between gods and giants.
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Episode 6: Goblins: The Story Behind the Creepy Little Men of European Folklore
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03/22/20 • 18 min
Today in this episode we take a look at a set of creatures that have become a staple in modern fantasy, Goblins. We examine their various origins from countries all around Europe and how they are represented in more modern forms of media. We also learn the true identity of our host, is he truly human?
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FAQ
How many episodes does Mythology & Fiction Explained have?
Mythology & Fiction Explained currently has 65 episodes available.
What topics does Mythology & Fiction Explained cover?
The podcast is about Fiction, Drama, History and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Mythology & Fiction Explained?
The episode title 'Episode 2: Lilith: The Mother of Demons or The First Woman?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Mythology & Fiction Explained?
The average episode length on Mythology & Fiction Explained is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of Mythology & Fiction Explained released?
Episodes of Mythology & Fiction Explained are typically released every 15 days, 21 hours.
When was the first episode of Mythology & Fiction Explained?
The first episode of Mythology & Fiction Explained was released on Mar 13, 2020.
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