This week, it's the Saga of Göngu-Hrolf, from Icelandic folklore. It starts with a king getting one, solitary, five-foot-long, apparently super attractive hair wrapped in a scarf...and only gets better from there.
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
Nov 2017
Thanksgiving Thanks and Icelandic Folktales
This is not an episode of The White Vault, this is a discussion with the show's creators! Join us as we discuss The White Vault, and hear two genuine Icelandic folktales told to us the one and only voice of Jónas Þórirsson, Eyþór Viðarsson!
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1h 17m
Aug 2022
Icelandic Monsters: Huldufólk
Icelandic Elves are everywhere you look, but not necessarily seen. Hidden, watching, waiting behind every rock and blade of grass. If you don’t disturb them you’ll be fine, but beware when they come to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
38m 13s
Aug 2022
Icelandic Monsters: Nykur
Beneath the northern lights of Iceland lives an evil amphibious horse. Your fingers want to touch its glistening mane, but resist the urge! Once you do, you’re bound to its evil intent, and the only way to break free is by screaming its name. Can you be so quick? Learn more about ... Show More
34m 30s
<p>For Leif Erikson Day, a Viking tale of giants, dwarfs, gods and monsters. </p><p>For a searchable, tagged index of all the stories or to make a request, go to <a href="https://www.listentosleep.com/">https://www.listentosleep.com</a>. </p><p>If you'd like to support ... Show More
