The story of why, no matter how good of an idea it sounds like after a few drinks, you shouldn't steal church bells and drop them into a nearby pond. You might awaken an ancient evil. Because of course you will.
Jul 1
438: Maui: Whatever Happened to the Man Who Snared the Sun?
🏝️No one has seen or heard about Maui for quite some timeMeanwhile, all these strange portents are leading disparate groups to a faraway island, all the while there are ominous tales spoken in whispers. It's probably ok, right? I mean, it's Maui. He's always looking out for us.R ... Show More
54m 47s
Sep 2017
Mini Myth: Don't Mess with the God of Wine, Duh
A telling of Euripides' play The Bacchae which is basically the first rager. There's a lot of partying, wine, and violence. Don't mess with a god devoted to the world's best beverage. CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods ... Show More
10m 36s
Nov 2021
Episode 185: Under the Skin
<p>If there's one thing humans have been obsessed with over the years, it's the risk that the most dangerous, evil things in the world might find a way inside and take control. The stories about this usually sound more like fantasy than fact, but history has a few surprises in st ... Show More
23m 55s
Oct 2023
Legends 11: Dark Watchers
<p>The feeling of being watched is a common strand that runs through many legends around the world. Pulling on that thread, however, might take us to very dark places.</p> <p><em>Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba. ... Show More
28m 25s
<p>The folklore and legends tied to physical objects can be fascinating, frightening, or both.</p> <p><em>Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by</em> <em>Alexandra Steed</em><em>.</em></p> <p>—————————</p> <p><strong>L ... Show More
