Mythology & Fiction Explained

Marios Christou

The Mythology & Fiction Explained podcast is a weekly show that aims to cover all sorts of Mythological tales and crazy fiction. Many of these episodes have come from the popular Youtube channel Mythology & Fiction Explained.

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20 episodes
Updated April 3

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April 3 · 49 min
Episode 64: The Dark Origins of Japanese Yokai
Today we take a deep dive into the crazy world of Japanese Folklore.
Dec 12, 2024 · 30 min
Episode 63 : Frankenstein: by Mary Shelley the Origin of Gothic Horror
Today we take a look at Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, a true gothic horror classic. A young scientist discovers the secret to creating life and attempts to do what so many before him failed to do. When his experiment fails, he bestows life upon what he can only describe as a monster. A monster who seeks revenge for the cruel life he had been thrust into, but who will prevail in this battle of creator vs creation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 14, 2024 · 2 hr 15 min
Episode 62 : Sun Wukong - A Detailed Summary of Journey to the West
Today we take a look at Journey to the West a true classic of Chinese literature
Jan 26, 2024 · 20 min
Episode 61: The Forgotten Creatures of the Arctic: Inuit Mythology
Today we explore the secrets of the Arctic, its forgotten and obscure creatures found in Inuit folklore and mythology.
Nov 30, 2023 · 58 min
Episode 60 : Dracula by Bram Stoker - Fiction's Most Infamous Vampire
Today we take a look at Dracula, Bram Stoker's true horror classic.
Oct 12, 2023 · 24 min
Episode 59: The Forgotten Book of 16th-century Apocalyptic Visions
In today's episode we take a look at the Augsburg book of miracles, a manuscript from an unknown author containing miraculous signs through out the ages.
Jun 6, 2023 · 15 min
Episode 58: The Book of Forgotten Demons & Occult Secrets - Exploring the Infernal Dictionary
Today we take a look at the Dictionnaire Infernal otherwise known as the Infernal Dictionary, written by Jacques Collin de Plancy. This manuscript delves into many of the lesser known and forgotten demons as well as the practices and beliefs surrounding the occult.
Apr 14, 2023 · 13 min
Episode 57: The Beast of Gevaudan | The Hunt for the Unidentified Monster that Terrorised 18th Century France
In today's episode we take a look at the mystery behind the monster that plagued the French countryside in the 18th century, but what exactly was the beast of Gevaudan?
Mar 31, 2023 · 25 min
Episode 56: The History of Dragons | The Strange Origin Stories You Were Never Told
Today we take a look at the dragons, the history behind these mythical monsters and how their appearance and significance has changed over time.
Feb 19, 2023 · 1 hr 34 min
Episode 55: Dante's Inferno, Purgatorio & Paradiso - A Complete Summary of The Divine Comedy
Today we take a look at the all three parts of Dante's Divine Comedy, Inferno, Purgatorio and Paradiso.
Feb 16, 2023 · 12 min
Episode 54: Is Tiamat the Queen of Monsters? The Mesopotamian Creation Story
Today we take a look at some Mesopotamian mythology with the goddess Tiamat.
Dec 22, 2022 · 19 min
Episode 53: Paradise Regained: Lucifer's Forgotten Sequel You Were Never Told
Today we return to the work of John Milton to take a look at the sequel to Paradise Lost. Paradise Regained follows the events Paradise Lost where the son of God must overcome the temptation of Satan.
Nov 24, 2022 · 45 min
Episode 52: Trojan War | Exploring Greek Mythology's Most Significant War
Today we take a look at the events that transpired which caused one of the largest scale wars in Greek Mythology the Trojan War.
Sep 30, 2022 · 36 min
Episode 51: The History of the Grim Reaper & the Deities of Death
Today we're taking a look the origin and history of the Grim Reaper as well as a look at the various deities and spirits of death from around the world.
Sep 25, 2022 · 19 min
Episode 50: The Children of Loki | A Tale of Neglect, Fear and Prophecy
Today we take a look at Loki's children, some are fairly monstrous and others less so
Jun 30, 2022 · 29 min
Episode 49: Paradise Lost | The Story of Lucifer You Were Never Told
Today we take a look at John Milton classic poem, Paradise Lost.
Jun 15, 2022 · 13 min
Episode 48: The Many Love Affairs of Zeus | The Strange & Tragic Stories That May Surprise You
Today we take a look at the various stories surrounding Zeus and his lovers, some strange and some quite tragic.
May 18, 2022 · 20 min
Episode 47: The History of Fairies | The Dark & Tragic Stories You Were Never Told
Today we take a look at the history of fairies, what exactly they are and where they came from.
Mar 31, 2022 · 16 min
Episode 46: Zeus vs Thor | Who is the True Lord of Thunder? (Mythological Battle Royale)
Zeus vs Thor | Who would win?
Mar 16, 2022 · 12 min
Episode 45: Samael, Angel of Death or the Father of Demons? (Exploring Angels & Demons)
Today we explore the angel Samael, the angel of death.