The Monsters and Mythos Podcast
A podcast that takes a look at the races and monsters of D&D and compares them to their mythological and folkloric counterparts.
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Episodes
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
This episode we take a look at Werewolves and other were-beasts. From possible legal origins to the cinema, Werewolves have pervaded in our imaginations for millenia.
Music is "No More Good" by FesliyanStudios
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Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
This episode we take a look at Echidna and the monsters that were her children. Sphinx, Chimera, Hydra and many others.
Music is "No More Good" by FesliyanStudios
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Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Today we take a look at another popular creature of the fae realm, Elves. From their appearance in Norse mythology, to Theriot depictions in Lord of the Rings, Elves have had a varied life.
Music is "No More Good" by FesliyanStudios
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Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Today we look at the basilisk and the cockatrice. While initially separate creatures, in folklore they became merged to become 1 type of creature.
Music is "No More Good" by FesliyanStudios.
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Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Today we discuss the vampire, a creature feared the world over and has taken many variations.
Music from FesliyanStudios: No More Good.
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Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Today we discuss the gnome. One of the smaller races of D&D and discuss their beginnings as elemental spirits to become a replacement of Santa's elves.
Music from FesliyanStudios: No More Good.
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Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Today we take a look at Medusa and Gorgons, with Medusa being a Gorgon in Greek Mythology, yet completely different entities in D&D.
Intro music: No More Good by FesliyanStudios.
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Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Today we take a look at zombies and how pop culture turned them in to the brain eating Undead we recognize today. We also discuss the Lich as it is a zombie that maintains its mental prowess.
Intro music: No More Good by FeysliyanStudios.
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Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
Today we will be discussing Goblins; creatures that cover a wide variety of entities and are found worldwide.
Intro: No More Good from FesliyanStudios
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Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Today we will be discussing the Tarasque, the beast many are surprised to find that there is a tale about it.
Intro: No More Good by FesliyanStudios
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