“I’m being pulled into planet myth … and I like it here.” Special guest Dana Schwartz tells Mike and Sarah how a short, brutal story became an enduring myth. Digressions include Titanic nostalgia, Princess Jasmine and Dr. Phil. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to Rasputin, Russia’s greatest love machine. Find Dana at her website or lis ... Show More
Sep 1
Ballet with Megan Burbank
Megan Burbank’s gotta dance. The centuries-old dance style known as ballet has been stereotyped in our modern world with images of refined, wispy, frighteningly disciplined young women fighting viciously for roles in ethereal productions. For this episode, Adult Dance Corresponde ... Show More
1h 12m
Aug 11
"Heaven is for Real" with Adrian Daub
If your four-year-old told you about a trip to heaven, would you believe them? For a pastor named Todd Burpo, the answer was yes. In 2010, his book Heaven Is For Real—co-authored by Lynn Vincent—became a runaway bestseller. This week, Sarah tells In Bed with the Right co-host Adr ... Show More
1h 25m
Feb 2024
What's the Real Story Behind Rasputin?
Uncover the mystique surrounding Grigori Rasputin in this captivating podcast episode! From his humble Siberian beginnings to the Russian court, we delve into his life, death, and the enduring myths. Sponsor: everyplate.com/podcast and enter code 49decoding to get a meal starting ... Show More
56m 31s
Feb 2021
216-Baba Yaga: Which Witch?
Two stories from Russia. On the first, we catch up with the famous witch, Baba Yaga, as we follow yet another young person who has been sent on an errand/to be eaten at the evil witch's walking hut. The second one is about a dragon slayer, Dobrynya, as he makes a wrong turn down ... Show More
32m 57s
Dec 2022
Bonus Episode: Dana Schwartz on Significant Others
<p>Bonus special episode! Dana Schwartz guests on <a href="https://listen.teamcoco.com/nobleothers">Significant Others</a>, a narrated, nonfiction podcast about folks just beyond the spotlight of history, hosted by Liza Powel O’Brien. Each episode tells the story of a talented, d ... Show More
37m 18s
Nov 2020
204-Russian Folklore: Get in the Bag
We're back in Russian folklore for a fun story about a soldier with some biscuits who fights demons, heaven, and yes, death itself.The creature is the valravn and I just can't get over how cool that name is.--Sponsors:Bombas!! They are fantastic, and right now you can get 20% off ... Show More
43m 28s