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Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture | Monstrum
[…] The Chinese dragon is one of the world’s most globally recognized monsters. Playing a major role throughout Chinese history, they were both creators and destroyers and controlled the elements. They’ve influenced everything from politics to religion—what is it about … Continue reading
Daughter of the Sea
After the death of her grandfather, a young woman experiences a spiritual awakening when she is called by Yemaya, the Orisha Goddess of the Sea. Starring Princess Nokia, and featuring Niambi Sala of Oshun as Yemaya. A LALIFF Inclusion Fellowship … Continue reading
5 Mythical Creatures That (Kinda) Actually Existed | Answers With Joe
[…] There are myths and legends of mythical creatures through out the folklore of civilizations around the world. Myths like dragons, cyclops and the kraken. But where did these myths come from? And could they have actually existed in some … Continue reading
Mari Lwyd: The Skeleton Horse’s Deep Past with Christmas Tradition | Monstrum
[…] Don’t miss future episodes of Monstrum, subscribe! http://bit.ly/pbsstoried_sub Check out Fate & Fabled here on @pbsstoried : • Norse Mythology and Their Most Epic W… The coastal villages of Wales around the winter holidays have a bizarre nighttime visitor: … Continue reading
Spirited Away Revealed: The Real Mythology & Folklore Explained!
Spirited Away is not only one of the best animated films, but of the best films of any category. In this video, I will do my best to uncover all the Mythology & Folklore referenced in this Anime Masterpiece. 00:00 … Continue reading
Christmas Before Christ: Yule & Other Northern European Traditions
A look at Slavic, Baltic, Celtic & Germanic Christmas-time traditions and their similarities and origins, with an especial focus on Yule, as well as the nature of Santa Claus. […]
The Many Gods of Yoruba Lore
Check out Rogue History on @PBS Origins : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuT35… In recent years we have seen a very welcome uptick in the number of fantasy books inspired by West African folklore. The Afrofuturism and Africanfuturism movements have paved the way for … Continue reading
The Killer Origins of the Werewolf | Monstrum
Long before a full moon could transform a human into a beast, the werewolf was present across the literature, lore, and mythologies of ancient Europe. Whether a punishment for the wicked, a cure for the unlucky, or a blessing for … Continue reading
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