Mythology & Fiction Explained

Episodi

• Episode 64: The Dark Origins of Japanese Yokai 03.04.2026 49min

  Today we take a deep dive into the crazy world of Japanese Folklore. Examining the strangest and most disturbing Yokai, starting with some of the most well known and ending with the most obscure Japan has to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 63 : Frankenstein: by Mary Shelley the Origin of Gothic Horror 12.12.2024 30min

  Today we take a look at Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, a true gothic horror classic. A young scientist discovers the secret to creating life and attempts to do what so many before him failed to do. When his experiment fails, he bestows life upon what he can only describe as a monster. A monster who seeks revenge for the cruel life he had been thrust into, but who will prevail in this battle of creator vs creation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 62 : Sun Wukong - A Detailed Summary of Journey to the West 14.09.2024 2h 15min

  Today we take a look at Journey to the West a true classic of Chinese literature. An epic pilgrimage that features everyone's favorite shapeshifting trickster Sun Wukong the Monkey King.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 61: The Forgotten Creatures of the Arctic: Inuit Mythology 26.01.2024 20min

  Today we explore the secrets of the Arctic, its forgotten and obscure creatures found in Inuit folklore and mythology.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 60 : Dracula by Bram Stoker - Fiction's Most Infamous Vampire 30.11.2023 58min

  Today we take a look at a true horror classic in Bram Stoker's Dracula. Hopefully you enjoy this abridged version narrated by Mythology & Fiction explained.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 59: The Forgotten Book of 16th-century Apocalyptic Visions 12.10.2023 24min

  In today's episode we take a look at the Augsburg book of miracles, a manuscript from an unknown author containing miraculous signs through out the ages, a collection of renaissance art and religious stories that many thought would predict future events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 58: The Book of Forgotten Demons & Occult Secrets - Exploring the Infernal Dictionary 06.06.2023 15min

  Today we take a look at the Dictionnaire Infernal otherwise known as the Infernal Dictionary, written by Jacques Collin de Plancy. This manuscript delves into many of the lesser known and forgotten demons as well as the practices and beliefs surrounding the occult.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 57: The Beast of Gevaudan | The Hunt for the Unidentified Monster that Terrorised 18th Century France 14.04.2023 13min

  In today's episode we take a look at the mystery behind the monster that plagued the French countryside in the 18th century, but what exactly was the beast of Gevaudan? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 56: The History of Dragons | The Strange Origin Stories You Were Never Told 31.03.2023 25min

  Today we take a look at the dragons, the history behind these mythical monsters and how their appearance and significance has changed over time.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 55: Dante's Inferno, Purgatorio & Paradiso - A Complete Summary of The Divine Comedy 19.02.2023 1h 34min

  Today we take a look at the all three parts of Dante's Divine Comedy, Inferno, Purgatorio and Paradiso.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 54: Is Tiamat the Queen of Monsters? The Mesopotamian Creation Story 16.02.2023 12min

  Today we take a look at some Mesopotamian mythology with the goddess Tiamat and the creation story of the Enuma Elis. Was she the mother of monsters or the creator of life?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 53: Paradise Regained: Lucifer's Forgotten Sequel You Were Never Told 22.12.2022 19min

  Today we return to the work of John Milton to take a look at the sequel to Paradise Lost. Paradise Regained follows the events Paradise Lost where the son of God must overcome the temptation of Satan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 52: Trojan War | Exploring Greek Mythology's Most Significant War 24.11.2022 45min

  Today we take a look at the events that transpired which caused one of the largest scale wars in Greek Mythology the Trojan War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 51: The History of the Grim Reaper & the Deities of Death 30.09.2022 36min

  Today we're taking a look the origin and history of the Grim Reaper as well as a look at the various deities and spirits of death from around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 50: The Children of Loki | A Tale of Neglect, Fear and Prophecy 25.09.2022 19min

  Today we take a look at Loki's children, some are fairly monstrous and others less so. These include Fenrir, Hel, Jormungandr, Sleipnir and Nari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 49: Paradise Lost | The Story of Lucifer You Were Never Told 30.06.2022 29min

  Today we take a look at John Milton's classic poem, Paradise Lost. The story that attempts to paint Satan as a sympathetic character with reasoning behind his actions that extend past just being an evil demon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 48: The Many Love Affairs of Zeus | The Strange & Tragic Stories That May Surprise You 15.06.2022 13min

  Today we take a look at the various stories surrounding Zeus and his lovers, some strange and some quite tragic.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 47: The History of Fairies | The Dark & Tragic Stories You Were Never Told 18.05.2022 20min

  Today we take a look at the history of fairies, what exactly they are and where they came from. This includes multiple regions around the world and features creatures such as Changelings, leprechauns, Pixies, Banshees, Boggarts and even angels and demons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 46: Zeus vs Thor | Who is the True Lord of Thunder? (Mythological Battle Royale) 31.03.2022 16min

  Today we explore what a potential encounter between Zeus and Thor could look like, how it would take place and who would ultimately end up victorious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Episode 45: Samael, Angel of Death or the Father of Demons? (Exploring Angels & Demons) 16.03.2022 12min

  Today we explore the angel Samael and the various texts that seem to contradict and confuse many as to who Samael was and what role he played. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices