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Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast

What stories are the inspirational ‘Muses’ in your life? Many-headed monsters, ferocious fighters, scheming sorcerers, humble heroes: mythology, legends, and folklore are full of fascinating stories and vibrant characters. For thousands of years, humanity has used mythology to make sense of our own lives, express our creativity, and connect with each other. In Myths and Muses, the Mythik Camps team shares stories drawn from across many pantheons and cultures, with the hope that young demigods (and

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21:44

Vicious Cycles Episode 9: Stolen Secrets of the Gods

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/08/27

In this episode, we’re looking at the ImpossibleQuest that Commodus called “Stolen Secrets of the Gods”. As I understand it, he was using some knockoff of Mimir’s Well? I guess his inspiration was Odin sacrificing his eye for wisdom – but we’ve talked about that in a couple of episodes already, so let’s look at a couple of other stories featuring the acquisition of forbidden wisdom: stealing fire from the gods, and catching a magical fish.[Transcript for S4E9] If you'd like to submit something to

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28:17

Vicious Cycles Episode 8: The Never-Ending Boss Fight

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2026/08/13

The focus for this episode is the ImpossibleQuest that Commodus is calling “The Never-Ending Boss Fight”. So, we’ll be examining some stories of undefeatable warriors and epic duels. We'll start with a hero who has a centuries-long redemption arc – and along the way, he becomes immortal not just once but multiple times. Then we'll learn the story of a green knight who likes really weird party games, and we'll run through the series of duels that leads up to the end of the Trojan War.[Transcript for

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22:21

Vicious Cycles Episode 7: The Fallen Sun Gods

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2026/07/30

In this episode, we’ll be exploring tales of sun gods – and their relatives – brought to earth. It… rarely ends well, as one might imagine. We'll start in China, with the tale of Hou Yi and the Ten Suns, then explore some other tales of solar destruction from Greece and Egypt.All stories told on Myths & Muses are original family-friendly adaptations of ancient myths and legends. Stories from ancient mythology can also sometimes deal with complicated topics for young listeners — to the mortal

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25:50

Vicious Cycles Episode 6: The Contest of Godly Strength

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2026/07/16

This episode, we’ll explore stories inspired by the ImpossibleQuest that Commodus is calling The Contest of Godly Strength. So, when I think about gods and heroes who have performed feats of incredible strength, there are really two who leap immediately to mind. One of them is Heracles, who we’ve talked about a lot on this podcast – and another is the Norse god Thor. I'll tell some of their stories, as well as introducing you to the bronze giant Talos and the Malaysian hero Badang!All stories told

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23:42

Vicious Cycles Episode 5: The Test of the Witch

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2026/07/02

In this episode, we’re going to look at the ImpossibleQuest he’s calling “The Witch’s Test.” Now, mythology is full of witches, sorcerers, mages, and other magical types – but they don’t all put heroes to specific tests. In Greek mythology, Circe and Medea do more to help Odysseus and Jason than to test them, and other witches like Grimhilde in Norse mythology are just interested in getting their own way, by whatever means necessary – the heroes are just obstacles to them. There are some, though,

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23:18

Vicious Cycles Episode 4: The Hunt for Lost Treasure

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2026/06/18

For this episode, we’re going to dig into what Commodus is calling “The Hunt for the Lost Treasure”. We start with one of Shahrazad's own stories: The tale of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. Then, we explore some lost cities -- some of which are purely fictional, and some of which have some very real history and archaeology behind them!Visit the World of Mythik website to learn more and to contribute your theories to our board! All stories told on Myths & Muses are original family-friendly

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23:29

Vicious Cycles Episode 3: The Hunt for the Lost Beast

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/06/04

Now we'll focus on the ImpossibleQuest called “The Hunt for the Lost Beast”. And right away, there are… a lot of things that could mean! What sort of beast? How did it get lost? Do we want to find it to save it or…… the opposite of saving it?We start with mythology's most famous beast hunt: the tale of the Calydonian Boar. Then we'll explore the Arthurian Questing Beast and learn about gods and spirits of the hunt as they appear in cultures across the world! Visit the World of Mythik website to

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18:12

Vicious Cycles Episode 2: New Labors of Hercules

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2026/05/21

For this episode, we’re focusing on the Quest that Commodus is calling “The New Labors of Hercules”. So, what might that mean? Maybe we can figure it out – or at least get some kind of idea – by examining the old Labors.Most of the Labors of Hercules feature fantastical creatures of some kind, and we’ve talked about some of them in prior episodes. But we did sort of have to speed-run through them, so let’s look at a few more in-depth now. Plus, if you haven't received this year's prophecy from our

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22:01

Vicious Cycles Episode 1: Shahrazad

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/05/07

Welcome to Season 4 of Myths & Muses! This summer, the epic storyteller and cycle-breaker Shahrazad has taken the liberty of signing us up for some ImpossibleQuests. I know that might seem a little odd. But here’s what I know about Shahrazad: When she makes a plan, it works. Whatever she has in mind for us, I know she wouldn’t be putting us in this position if she didn’t think we could take on the challenge. And I’m sure she’ll have our backs along the way.In case you don't know why I trust

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3:26

Season 4 Trailer

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/04/23

Season 4: Vicious Cycles starts on May 7th!This summer, the demigods of Mythik Quests have been challenged to take on ImpossibleQuests(TM)! What does that mean? Well... We're not quite sure yet. They're called things like "The New Labors of Hercules" or "The Hunt for the Lost Beast" -- and while some of those titles might seem like the point at a certain story, we know nothing's ever quite as it seems when it comes to a Quest. So, I’m going to do my best to prepare you with stories both familiar

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10:42

PJO Minisode 8: The Golden Fleece

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/02/12

In the final tie-in minisode for Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, we look at the magical item that drove the action of that season: the Golden Fleece.[Transcript for Minisode 8] ----more---- More on the Golden Fleece: Jason at Mythopedia His story from TedED, on YouTube Chrysomallos at THEOI The Ancient Kingdom of Colchis

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10:07

PJO Minisode 7: Circe

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/02/05

In this minisode, drawing from Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, we ask: Are you a good witch, or a bad witch, Circe?[Transcript for Episode 7] ----more---- More on Circe: Circe at Mythopedia Circe at THEOI Madeline Miller, author of adult fantasy novel Circe, shares a photo essay "Searching for the Lost Location of the Isle of Circe, Enchantress of Odysseus"

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9:35

PJO Minisode 6: Tantalus

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2026/01/29

Our tie-in minisode series for Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 continues! This time, we meet Tantalus -- the worst substitute teacher ever -- and find out more about his background and his legacy.[Transcript for Minisode 6] ----more---- More on Tantalus: From Mythopedia From World History Encyclopedia The Torment of Tantalus: Animated Video

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9:04

PJO Minisode 5: Chariot Races

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2026/01/22

With the release of Season 2 Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+, the Muses thought our listeners might like to know the stories behind some of the characters and creatures they'll meet in the series! In Minisode 5, continuing our previous tie-in series, we enter the fast and furious world of chariot racing. [Transcript for Minisode 5] ----more---- More on Chariot Racing: Homer - The Iliad: Book XXIII From World History Encyclopedia: Chariot Racing in Ancient Rome Ramses II fighting in a

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31:18

Misunderstood Monsters Episode 12: Arachne and Other...

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2025/08/28

In the final episode of our Misunderstood Monsters season, we explore the story of Arachne: It’s usually presented as one of hubris: a cautionary tale against pride. But can we revisit her story in the light of our Misunderstood Monsters theme? We'll also meet some other spider-folk from across the world, including West Africa, the American Southwest, and Japan, and we'll wrap up the Gauntlet of the Gorgon with a look at how Medusa is having a real moment in modern book publishing.Visit the World

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25:41

Misunderstood Monsters Episode 11: El Chupacabra and...

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Our feature monster for this episode is that curiosity of the Caribbean – and other regions across Central America and the American Southwest – El Chupacabra. We'll explore its relatively recent identification and its potential mythological roots in Taino and Aztec stories. We'll also introduce a few other cryptids of the Americas!Visit the World of Mythik website to learn more and to contribute your theories to our board! All stories told on Myths & Muses are original family-friendly

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30:27

Misunderstood Monsters Episode 10: The Minotaur and...

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2025/07/31

The Minotaur is a total icon, one of the fiercest and most well-known monsters in Greek mythology. So what’s his story? We'll explore it, plus meet some astonishing bovines from other cultures, such as the Mesopotamian Bull of Heaven and Donn Cuailnge, the bull at the center of Irish mythology's greatest battle. Visit the World of Mythik website to learn more and to contribute your theories to our board! All stories told on Myths & Muses are original family-friendly adaptations of ancient myths

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27:01

Misunderstood Monsters Special Episode: An Interview...

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2025/07/17

It's a very special bonus episode of Myths & Muses! We're interviewing Rob Rokicki, who you listeners might know from The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. He's also behind Monstersongs, a synthesis of art, music, and performance that is right in line with our summer theme of Misunderstood Monsters. Listen as he discusses the stories that inspire him, the heart that goes into his work, and his own memories of summer camp.About Our Guest: Rob Rokicki is a New York based writer and

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21:25

Misunderstood Monsters Episode 9: Bigfoot and Other...

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2025/07/03

Our feature monster for this episode is that hairy hide-and-seek champion of the cryptids: Bigfoot. We'll also look at some of his possible origins in the tales of Indigenous North Americans, as well as the tradition of the "wild man" in China, Roman mythology, medieval Europe, and Scottish folklore. And we'll learn a little more about Enkidu, the companion of Gilgamesh in Mesopotamian mythology.Visit the World of Mythik website to learn more and to contribute your theories to our board! All

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21:41

Misunderstood Monsters Episode 8: Mothman and Other...

Myths and Muses: A Mythik Camps Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Our feature monster this week is one whose stories are spun out of urban legends, making him a more recent addition to the monster roster. It’s time to talk about the mysterious Mothman. And while we're at it, we'll meet some other mythological figures of fate, destiny, and bad luck from Greek, Celtic, and Germanic mythologies.Visit the World of Mythik website to learn more and to contribute your theories to our board! All stories told on Myths & Muses are original family-friendly adaptations

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