Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast

Mar 09 2025 44 ep. 35 mins 4.1k

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A podcast focused on the myths, legends and folkloric creatures of the 6 Celtic Nations; Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man.

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The Loch Ness Monster

Mar 09 2025 30 mins

It's finally time I covered Nessie! I was actually quite new to the stories surrounding Loch Ness so embark on this journey alongisde me as we find out a bit more :) Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors

The Irish Puca

Oct 28 2024 29 mins

In this episode we take a look at another tricky, capricious creature from Celtic folklore - the puca!! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International Li

Third Branch of Mabinogion

Sep 04 2024 42 mins

In this episode we delve into one Man...awydan's journey through his mid-life crisis struggles!! This is the third branch of the Mabinogi and the last branch that I was set to cover. You can now listen to each branch in order of when I uploaded them or from 1-4 - enjoy! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: h

The Lost Land of Lyonesse

May 11 2024 28 mins

Hi everyone! In this episode we take a look at the Lost Land of Lyonesse, where the origins of the myth might come from and its links to Athurian legend and previous legends. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the

The Nuberu of Asturias

Mar 18 2024 23 mins

Hello everyone! It is great to be back speaking with you all and I'm excited to share the mythology of the Nuberu of Asturias, an entity with control over the clouds, rain, thunder and lightning!

The Enchanted Mouras of Galicia

Jan 21 2024 23 mins

Hi everyone! I am delighted to introduce Galicia as another Celtic region that I will be delving into the folklore of in upcoming episodes. The enchanted mouras are beautiful creatures held thrall by a curse who are looking for someone to break it...scary or exciting?! Would you break the curse? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celt

Manx Sword Dance

Jan 04 2024 38 mins

Hi everyone! In this episode we explore one of the folk customs of the Isle of Man: The Sword Dance and White Boys Mummers play! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribu

The Korrigans of Brittany

Dec 30 2023 26 mins

In this episode we cover the confusing corrigan - are they twisted dwarf like piskies? Or beautiful sirens? Both of these things? Or something else entirely!? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Gui

A Mither of Life and Death

Nov 30 2023 27 mins

Hi guys!! In this episode we look at the fascinating myths of the Orkney Islands, particularly that of the Sea Mither and her arch nemesis Teran as well as the horrifying nightmare fuel Nuckelavee. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode

Samhain, Gaelic Halloween

Nov 05 2023 29 mins

Happy belated Halloween! In this episode, we learn about the Gaelic festival of Samhain, the first day of winter! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/celticmythspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celticmythspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CelticMythsPod Music used at the start of the episode is taken from Beyond the Warriors by Guifrog, licensed under a Attribution 3.0 Intern