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Heart and Soul: Irish myths and fairy tales

Heart and Soul: Irish myths and fairy tales

FromThe Documentary Podcast


Heart and Soul: Irish myths and fairy tales

FromThe Documentary Podcast

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Dec 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Many mythological creatures and traditions we know, love, and more importantly fear, owe their origins to Celtic folklore. Borrowed to create epic franchises such as Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, the countless adaptations of Bram Stoker’s Dracula and Walt Disney’s Peter Pan, this programme casts new light on the subject. Seanchaí (shan-a-key) were/are traditional Irish storytellers and the custodians of history for centuries in Ireland. They can recite ancient lore and tales of wisdom whenever it was needed and could be considered as something of the Google of ancient times. The Irish people have created a unique and beautifully poetic oral literature.
Released:
Dec 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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