Audio Appetizer: Myth Understood

About this episode

This episode serves as a mini-lesson about myths and their relevance to modern life.

As we count down to the September 1 launch of Rebecca Sheir and Eric Shimelonis’s new independent storytelling podcast, Lions and Legends, we invite you to enjoy this bite-sized audio appetizer: a lively mini-lesson about the ancient tales known as myths, and the surprising ways they connect with our modern lives.  Follow Lions and Legends on your favorite podcast app for bite-sized audio treats every other Tuesday all summer long. Thanks for being part of the Lions and Legends pride!  Join our mailing list ⁠here⁠! Join our social media communities: ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠ Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠!

People in this episode

Hosts: Rebecca Sheir, Eric Shimelonis

Topics covered

• myths
• storytelling
• ancient tales
• modern connections
• education

Keywords

• myths
• storytelling
• education
• ancient tales
• modern life

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Lions and Legends

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