Mythology & Fiction Explained

About Mythology & Fiction Explained

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.

Publisher

Marios Christou

Category

fiction · history

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Mar 2020

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

2 of 65 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Episode 65: Homer’s Odyssey - Greek Mythology's Greatest Story

   Host [Host Name] explores Homer’s Odyssey, revealing the epic journey of Odysseus and its enduring significance in Greek mythology.

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   3 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Episode 64: The Dark Origins of Japanese Yokai

   Today we take a deep dive into the crazy world of Japanese Folklore. Examining the strangest and most disturbing Yokai, starting with some of the most well known and ending with the most obscure Japan has to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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   12 Dec 2024

   Episode 63 : Frankenstein: by Mary Shelley the Origin of Gothic Horror

   Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein, explores the origin of Gothic horror as a young scientist's creation seeks revenge in a battle of creator vs creation.

Inside a recent episode

Episode 65: Homer’s Odyssey - Greek Mythology's Greatest Story

Published 16 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] But where had they left him? This strange mist was conjured by Athena with the intention of protecting Odysseus and his treasure until she could speak with him. She did so disguised as a shepherd. Odysseus asked the shepherd where they were and Athena confirmed that they were indeed in Ithaca. Odysseus, wary, did not reveal his identity. Athena, pleased with his trickery, revealed herself. Firstly, she assisted him in hiding his treasure before informing him on what had been happening in his kingdom. It was far too dangerous for him to walk straight into his palace. There were too many suitors who wouldn't hesitate to try and cut him down. […]

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

354 ratings

Spotify

4.8 / 5

1,590 ratings

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