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Gods & Ghouls

Stories that intrigue both our ancestors and us. Listen for conversations about Gods, ghouls, and some dramatic retellings of history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:22

#28 Giants Causeway & Skunk Ape

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2024/08/25

Jack tells us two tales about how the Giants Causeway came to be....and Jana likes one of them. Then Jana freaks us out with Florida mans Bigfoot known as the Skunk Ape!Sites & Sources:Jacks coming soon...{wiki}{Fandom}{sightings}{news yt}{jacksonville} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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33:26

#27 Aphrodite & Capelobo

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2024/08/18

Jack tantalizes us with stories of Aphrodite and reintroduces those golden apples the Greek Gods are so fond of...& he sprinkles in a fun fact about Wolverine and fruit. Then Jana takes us back to the forests & rivers of Brazil in search for the mythical Capelobo. Are you a forest or an iceberg person? Sites & Sources:The Mythology Book - The Origin of the UniverseAn Introduction to Greek Mythology by David BellinghamGreek Boston - Get to Know the Women of Lemnos of Greek

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29:24

#26 Hermes & Quickfoot

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2024/08/08

Gather around while Jack tells us the greek myth of the original boss baby, Hermes. Its got cows, its got the invention of music, and its got sass! Then Jana takes us to the UK in search for the elusive cryptid known as Quickfoot! Also- June the producer is writing this synopsis. Sites & Sources:Mythos by Stephen FryHippocratic OathMercury (element)National Library of Medicine{Fandom}{reddit}{youtube} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:22

#25 OG Olympics & French Cryptids

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2024/07/28

THE OLYMPICS ARE HERE!!We love the olympics so much that we brought you a themed episode. Jack regails us with the tale of the original ancient olympics and what Gods inspired the Games. Then Jana travels around ancient France uncovering old stories of French cryptids...watch out for the Lou Carcolh.Sites & Sources:Met MuseumThe Olympic Museum - The Olympic Games in AntiquityThe Ancient Olympic Games (Documentary) by Historical Adventure{youtube} {wiki} {wiki 2} {mallet} {ankou} {wiki 3} Hosted

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42:46

#24 Atalanta & Aliens in Central America

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2024/07/21

TW: SuicideJack tells us the "super fun" Greek Myth of Atalanta....I think he is confused with the definition of fun. Then Jana abducts us and takes us to South & Central America to share tales of Alien encounters! Sites & Sources:Mythology by Edith HamiltonMythopedia - MeleagerMythopedia - Atalanta{Ancient Astronauts}{Wiki Astronauts}{Nazca}{Daniken}{Mexican Flying Horse}{Remains}{Youtube}{Brazil Remains} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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36:51

#23 Dan'gun founds Korea & Deep Sea Mysteries

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2024/07/15

Happy Shark Week! In celebration we both mention sharks briefly and for no reason. Jack enchants us with the Korean myth of how Dan'gun founded Korea, and also we love garlic & bears. Then Jana takes us into the deep corners of the ocean where super scary creepy creatures reside. During the tales we are reminded why we don't hangout in the oceans. Oh, and shoutout to Science. Sites & Sources:The Mythology Book - The legendary foundation of KoreaYouTube-The Book of Symbols - Bear{Giant

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27:32

#22 Yi and the 10 Suns & Goatman

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2024/07/07

Jack explores Chinese mythology and the story of the Yi and the 10 Suns....that involves this whole immortality thing again, don't get Jana started. Then Jana takes us through the many urban legends of a cryptid known in the US as Goatman. Trains, Teens, & Goats is a wild combo. Pro Tip: Stay away from bridges. Sites & Sources:The Mythology book - Yi Shoots the Sun{Yi}{wiki}{Kentucky}{Maryland}{Texas} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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40:53

#21 Baldur & Pukwudgies

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2024/06/30

Back to the land or Norse Mythology! Jack entices us with the story of the death of Baldur, and Jana's least favorite character rears his ugly head. Then Jana gives our nightmares a break to tell us about the magical Pukwudgies...although they are not kind. or cute. or safe to be around. Don't follow the lights!Sites & Sources:The Mythology Book - The Death of BaldurNorse Mythology by Neil Gaiman{wiki}{monsters of folklore}{exploring the unsolved}{bridgewater} Hosted on Acast. See

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28:45

#20 The Big Dipper & BEK

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2024/06/21

EPISODE 20!!!!! We made it to the teeny tiny milestone known as episode 20 where we celebrate by having a guest star laughing briefly in the background. Say Hi to Lauren! Now to the episode- Jack tells us several stories of how the Big Dipper was created, hint: bears. And Jana creeps us out yet again with the legend of the Black-Eyed Kids so keep your nightlights on and your doors locked. Sites & Sources:The Sky: Mystery, Magic, and Myth by Jean-Pierre Verdet{splash}{Mackie Albertson}{Don’t let

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41:31

#19 The First Spider & The Rake

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2024/06/12

TRIGGER WARNING - Jana's story mentions a fake story of SuicideWelcome to the episode where the J's explore some deep fears! Jack weaves us the tangled tale of Arachne and how the first spider came to be, as Jana hunches over and rocks back & forth in utter fear. Then Jana takes us to the deep dark corners of the internet and spooks us with the urban legend known as The Rake...while Jack closes his eyes and almost refuses to view the famous image. Happy Nightmares, see you next week!Sites &

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31:38

#18 Dionysus (cont.) & The Ogopogo

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2024/06/04

Jack continues the story of Dionysus in the part 2! Part 2 is about the Cult of Dionysus and how he gained his following. Then Jana takes a deep dive into Lake Okanagan to introduce us to Oggy.Sites & Sources:Myth Matters - The Greek god Dionysus and the titanicAn Introduction to Greek Mythology by David BellinghamWikipedia - DionysusThe Mythology Book - The Cult of DionysusThe Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece & Rome. Dionysus & BacchusDionysus - A God for Our Times by The Living

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45:52

#17 Dionysus & The Jackalope

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2024/05/29

So close yet so far from our 20th episode. Here in episode 17 Jack tells us the origin story of the Greek God Dionysus (Janas favorite God). Then Jana hops over to Wyoming to discuss the much beloved Jackalope.Sites & Sources:Myth Matters - The Greek god Dionysus and the titanicAn Introduction to Greek Mythology by David BellinghamWikipedia - DionysusThe Mythology Book - The Cult of DionysusThe Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece & Rome. Dionysus & BacchusDionysus - A God for Our Times

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43:02

#16 The Hero Twins & The Lizard Man

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2024/05/23

Welcome to episode 16.....not to be confused with episode 20. Jack recants the Myan myth of the Hero Twins as Jana takes it way too literally. Then Jana introduces us to the Southern cryptid known as the Lizard Man. Sites & Sources:The Mythology Book - “The Hero Twins”Youtube - Ted-Ed - The twins who tricked the Maya gods of death - Ilan StavansWorld BirdsMacaws{wiki}{bishopville}{youtube}{youtube Carnufex} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:03

#15 The Warao Canoe & the Mapinguari

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2024/05/17

Pack your headphones we are heading to Venezuela! Jack paddles us down the Rio explaining the absolutely wild tale of the first Canoe. Then Jana creeps us out with the legend of the Mapinguari. Do you believe it's real?Sites & Sources: The Mythology Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK BooksWikipedia - Warao peoplePlants for a Future{wiki}{fandom}{youtube, monsters}{poem}{encyclopaedia} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:28

#14 Hephaestus & the Rougarou

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2024/05/08

Jack gifts us the story of Hephaestus and the much deserved throne along with a very silly tangent about Skyrim, s/o Belethor! Then Jana enchants us with the legend of the Rugaru along with two first hand encounters.Sites & Sources:The Gods & Goddesses of Greece & Rome by Philip Matyszak{youtube} The Strange Origin of Hephaestus by See U in History / MythologyMythos by Stephen Fry{link}{blog}{youtube}{YouTube story} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:08

#13 Narcissus & Werewolves

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2024/05/01

Trigger Warning: Violence against Pregnant womenJack reflects on the tale of Narcissus and the heartbreak of Echo, then Jana takes us back through time to discuss the origins of the dreaded Werewolf. Sites & Sources:Greek Mythology by Edith Hamilton{wiki wolf }{history}{Peter Stumpp}{trials} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:52

#12 The Cursed Ring & Changelings

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2024/04/24

Jack tells us the OG story of The Lord of the Ring...one ring to rule them all and behind a waterfall kill an otter. Wait, what? Then Jana depresses everyone with a really sad story about the legend of Changelings.Sites & Sources:Youtube - Ted-Ed - The Norse myth that inspired “The Lord of the Rings” - Iseult Gillespie{site}Wikipedia - Honir{wiki}{wiki, Niamh}{youtube, dark side}{youtube, irish legend}{Bridget Cleary} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:24

#11 Jotunheim & the Kraken

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2024/04/18

Jack continues his Norse mythology journey and tells us the story or Thor and the land of the giants! ...and all Jana can picture is the laughing Goats from the Marvel movie. Then Jana brings us to a beach shore in Florida where we meet.......the Kraken!?!?Sites & Sources:Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman{wiki Monster}{wiki} Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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56:04

#10 Mjolnir & Montauk and Jersey

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2024/04/10

Jack riddles us the tale of how Thor gets his hammer prompted by the worst haircut ever. Then Jana explores cryptids right in her backyard....well Montauk & New Jersey, she is also very passionate that it IS NOT a turtle.Sites & Sources:Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman{wiki}{wiki Leeds}Cryptozoology A-Z Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:34

#9 Yggdrasil & Minnesota Iceman

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2024/04/04

Norse Mythology!!Jack teaches us about the World Tree Yggdrasil...with a shout out to Disney's Marvel movies & Paul Rudd. Then Jana tells us what sideshow exhibit we could have seen in the 1960s...provided we had a spare quarter. Sites & Sources:Norse Mythology by Neil GaimanBook of Symbols by Taschen“The Messed Up Mythology of Yggdrasil, the World Tree | Norse Mythology Explained - Jon Solo” Youtube Video“The Messed Up Origins of Odin, the Allfather | Norse Mythology Explained - Jon Solo”

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