Tag: Mythology
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Episode 93: Hellhounds
David and Dave let the dogs out in this episode, all about Hellhounds! Dogs have long been an intrinsic part of the folklore and mythology of just about every culture in history, and many take the shape of what have come to be known as Hellhounds. The boys examine the history of dogs in mythology…
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Episode 83: The Golem
Blurry Photos’ name is mud in this episode all about the Golem. A construct of Jewish folklore, the Golem has remained as resilient in cultural relevance as its hardened skin. The boys piece together what it is, where it came from, and how it fits into today’s society. The effect of such a story may…
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Episode 81: American Tall Tales
The boys of Blurry Photos celebrate American Independence Day with a look at American tall tales! With a rich and complex environment to draw inspiration from, American tall tales helped shape the country’s identity and frame of mind. The Davids enjoy their favorite tales and try to track down possible sources in this red white…
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Miss Cryptid 2014 Week 1
It’s that time again – time to ogle another amazing display of cryptastic creatularity! The 2014 Miss Cryptid Contest is back in a new, sleek, streamlined version. This year you’ll get to peruse 9 lovely contestants over 3 wonderful weeks, and vote for who you think should be crowned the winner of the 2014 Golden…
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Episode 76b: Dreams
The dreams mega-cast concludes in this second part of the episode. David and Dave cover everything from creatures to psychology in this one. Many questions are unanswered when it comes to these nightly flights of fancy, but it hasn’t stopped anyone from theorizing answers. What types of beasts are connected to dreams? What do the…
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Episode 76a: Dreams
All your dreams are coming true in this 2-part episode! Flora and Stecco take a ride into one of science’s greatest mysteries in another podcast mega-installment. A phenomenon that has been part of human experience since humans human’d, dreams are one of the most common experiences we don’t know much about. The Davids scope out…
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Episode 68: Thunderbirds
Blurry Photos give you the bird in this fine, feathered episode all about Thunderbirds! While huge birds and avian tales are prevalent in many cultures throughout the world, the Thunderbird is unique to the cultures of Native America. Flora and Stecco ride the lightning to discover just why this particular creature toes the line between…
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Episode 67b: The Cthulhu Mythos with Kenneth Hite
The boys and Ken return to talk more Cthulhu Mythos in part 2 of our Lovecraft lovefest! HP Lovecraft created one of the most unique, influential, and unrenowned myths of the 20th century with his Cthulhu Mythos, and Blurry Photos is here to make it more renowned. In part 2, Ken and the Davids discuss…
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Episode 67a: The Cthulhu Mythos with Kenneth Hite
The boys of Blurry Photos welcome Kenneth Hite back to discuss the Cthulhu Mythos! A writer and game designer, Ken is well-versed in the lore of Lovecraft, and guides David and Dave through the terrifically terrifying world the author created. Revolutionizing horror writing by seamlessly mixing old concepts with new, H.P. Lovecraft generated an amazing,…
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Episode 64: Slender Man
Blurry Photos start 2014 out right by discussing the one, the only, Slender Man! An internet phenomenon-turned-urban legend, the Slender Man has transcended its humble origins to become a modern day bogeyman. While his beginnings may be well-documented, the figure of a faceless, relentless, dangerous entity rings true throughout the ages. In this mega episode,…
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Episode 63b: Flood Myths
The Blurry Photos ark hits rocky ground in part B of Flood Myths! After globe-trotting through different cultural flood stories in part A, the Davids set to work dissecting what a flood of this caliber would actually mean in terms of scope and effect. The stories are fun, but the problems inherent are real, and…
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Episode 63a: Flood Myths
Here it is – the mega 2-part episode on Flood Myths! David and Dave dive headfirst into one of the most widely-known and disparate myths in human history. Told in different versions by cultures in every corner of the globe, flood stories factor heavily in mythology and oddly enough have many very similar aspects. Time…
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Episode 62: Cryptobotany
Blurry Photos will plant a seed of curiosity with this episode all about Cryptobotany! David and Dave branch out in new territory as they talk terrorizing trees, discuss dangerous dendrology, and ponder perilous plants. The study of hidden plant life, Cryptobotany is a rather small but interesting field of research focusing on vegetation straight out…
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Episode 56: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Heading into the home stretch of Blurry Photober, the boys take an in-depth look at Washington Irving’s classic tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The head honcho of Halloween stories, the legend remains timeless and enjoyable to this day. The Davids face the terror head-on to focus on Washington Irving’s life, the plot points and…
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Episode 46: Fallen Angels
Flora and Stecco are knock knock knockin’ on heaven’s door as they discuss Fallen Angels in this episode of the podcast. With a lot of misinformation going on around about what a Fallen Angel is, it’s hard to get to the bottom of the subject. Luckily, the Davids offer up a curiosity-quenching crash course on…
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Episode 45: Tiwanaku
It’s still hot out, but not like the hot spot for mystery that is Tiwanaku. Flora and Stecco travel once again to South America to take a look at some of the best and strangest archaeology the world has to offer. Situated in the Bolivian Andes, Tiwanaku (or Tiahuanaco or any of a host of…
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Episode 44: Baba Yaga
The podcast is on chicken legs this week, as Flora and Stecco discuss the legendary Baba Yaga. A Russian witch (or rather THE Russian witch), Baba Yaga has terrified Slavic children and adults for ages, but don’t let her horrid demeanor fool you – she’s more complex than you think. Dave and David talk about…
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Episode 31: Merlin
A recent trip to Medieval Times set the tone of this episode for the boys of Blurry Photos. Hearken unto their research on Merlin, the grandaddy of all wizards. A figure alive and well in today’s pop culture, Merlin is the epitome of a legend yet the question remains – did he even exist? Flora…