Season 2

Why Does Every Culture Have Myths About Trees?
Cultures around the world have often seen trees as gifts or manifestations of gods.
Why Does Every Culture Have Myths About Trees?

The Unbelievably Tragic Story of Cú Chulainn
Cú Chulainn was one of the greatest warriors ever to live.
The Unbelievably Tragic Story of Cú Chulainn

The Surprising Centuries-old Origins of the Unicorn
This class of one-horned creatures has a darker and more multifaceted history.
The Surprising Centuries-old Origins of the Unicorn

Why Prometheus Risked Everything For Humans
Prometheus was a wily Titan who made the ultimate sacrifice for human progress.
Why Prometheus Risked Everything For Humans

In many mythologies, music is associated with explosions of life and bursts of creativity.
Music of the Gods

As Greek mythology’s original Mother Earth, it was often Gaia’s burden to save the world.
Gaia: The Mother of Creation

Valkyries: The Real Story Behind These Warriors of Legend
We explore this group of powerful but mysterious women: the Valkyries.
Valkyries: The Real Story Behind These Warriors of Legend

Chinnamasta: The Headless Goddess of Self-Sacrifice
She teaches us about giving and receiving, self-preservation and sacrifice.
Chinnamasta: The Headless Goddess of Self-Sacrifice

How Mountains Inspire Mythology
Home to deities, sacred grounds, and phenomena, mountains loom large in our imagination.