Gary, Ruth and their friends bring you ancient tales, stories, legends and mythology of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man. Stories full of the bravery of heroes and heroines, the magnificent pantheon of gods and goddesses and the magic and wonder of druids, faeries and folklore. You'll also find some 'Special' Shows with music, modern stories, some great information and lots more from the modern Celtic community weaved in with the main story Shows.
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Readings from the Classic Celtic books - everything for lovers of the Lore and stories of the Ancient Celts. We will cover the Celts, Fairies, Myths, Legends, Folklore and stories from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and other Celtic realms. If like us, you have seen all those wonderful books that were once published about Celtic Mythology, Folklore, or the Fairies and wished that you had the time to read them, then you have found the right podcast to bring them to your fireside.
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Join me, Ruthie, and snuggle up in bed with fascinating people, as I tempt them to reveal their cheeky bedtime secrets, and chat intimately about their lives, beliefs, loves, wishes and dreams. In bed with a Druid, where I will bring you a mixture of interviews for every occasion, covering topics such as creativity, spirituality, relationships, passions, hobbies and careers. There will be some funny interviews, some serious, some saucy and some a little of all three but all will be with fasc ...
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Suzanne Rance, Traditional Witch/Druid/Author
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Suzanne Rance Suzanne, author and runologist is Sussex born and Sussex bred with a love of history and a strong drive to research everything. A Traditional Sussex Witch for over 30 years Suzanne is also a member of the Anglesey Druid Order and the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids. Since my first visit to Wales as a teenager I have felt like I have…
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Eva Bay Greenslade, Doula/Druid/Shaman
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Eva Bay Greenslade A little about me, I am 39, a mum of four, two grown-up babies, and two still growing. I am passionate about women feeling empowered, informed, and positive about their birth experience. I feel my aim is that every woman will look back on her birth and have no regrets, feel that she did all she could, and feel positive about her …
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Seal Skins & Sea Spray CMP SP44
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The Seals and Selkies of Celtic Folklore This is a huge show all about that magical seal-people of Celtic myth, the Sekies. You'll hear five fantastic pieces of music, two old stories, and one lovely modern story from the Faerytale Apothecary. It also includes some fascinating Selkie folklore from Morgan Daimler's New Dictionary of Fairies. Full sh…
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Gary Andrews, Animator/Director/Artist
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Gary Andrews Gary graduated in 1983 at Exeter College of Art and Design with BA (Honor) Degree in Graphic Design. He would do some freelancing for two years starting in 1987 and did some commercials before having a stint in Disney UK in 1989. He currently owns a company called Egotrip Media in the UK. Egotrip Media has become a force over the last …
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The Assembly of the Wondrous Head CMP054
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The Saga of Branwen reaches its conclusion The Saga of Branwen reaches its conclusion in the company of the Head of Bran on the mystical island of Gwales. This time out of time is known as the Assembly of the Wondrous Head. This episode is the 12th and final episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi. Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, ca…
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Sorrow upon sorrow as the seven lonely knights return to Anglesey with their dying King... After a great tragedy, the last surviving Seven Men go on towards Harlech in deep sorrow only to discover that the realm of Caradawg has suffered injury while they were away. They hear of the Battle of the Dancing Sword at which many nobles died. This episode…
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Betrayal and Redemption CMP052
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The gift of the Great House goes horribly wrong and war breaks out between the Irish and the Welsh. Efnissien comes to an important decision and war breaks out amongst the celebrants in the Great House. The war between the Irish and the Welsh takes on a drastic turn as the Irish use the mystic Cauldron of Regeneration to bolster their numbers. This…
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Brân receives a very tempting offer from the Irish King, Matholwch. Matholwch offers to build Brân the Blessed a house large enough to house him and offers him loyalty in exchange for peace. As a Client King of Brân's, Brân would become the King of the Two Islands. This episode is the 9th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi. Full Show-note…
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The Hosting of the Island of the Mighty CMP050
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Brân receives some startling news and goes on a trip with his brothers to the green fields of Erin... King Brân gets some very disturbing news about Branwen and gathers the Host of Prydein to avenge the insults done to his sister. A long and bloody war ensues but will Branwen be rescued? This episode is the 8th episode of the Second Branch of the M…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 19: Accessories of Cult by J. A. MacCulloch This chapter covers Temples, Altars, Images, Symbols, and the Cult of Weapons of the Ancient Celts. Religion of the Ancient Celts can be found on Sacred Texts. You can find out more about J. A. McCulloch on Wikipedia. Try the Celtic Myth Podshow for a drama…
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Branwen goes to reland with her husband but her new bed of roses reveals a few sharp thorns. Matholwch and Branwen set up home in Ireland and a son is born to them. After a while, the King hears whispers from his people and Branwen suffers a terrible fate. This episode is the 7th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi. Full Show-notes, with s…
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The Cauldron of Rebirth CMP048
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The High King Bran makes an unparalleled offer to recompense the Irish King's great injury Matholwch accepts the honour price that Bran offers him but Bran soon realises that the Irish King is still not truly happy. The Welsh King comes up with an honour price higher than any ever paid before to ease the heart of the Irish King. This episode is the…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 18: Festivals by J. A. MacCulloch The Celtic year was not at first regulated by the solstices and equinoxes, but by some method connected with agriculture or with the seasons. Names Used in this Section oidhche Samhain Geimredh Earrach Oimelc Samradh Beltane Cét-soman or Cét-samain Samono-s Cyntefyn …
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A hideous and horrific act occurs and the Irish High King suffers a grave insult.. Nissien and Efnissien arrive home from Rome and Efnissien discovers that the marriage between Branwen and the Irish King Matholwch has been arranged without his knowledge or presence. He feels he has suffered a great insult and exacts a most horrific revenge. This ep…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 17: Tabu by J. A. MacCulloch The Irish geis, pl. geasa, which may be rendered by Tabu, had two senses. It meant something which must not be done for fear of disastrous consequences, and also an obligation to do something commanded by another. Names Used in this Section geis, pl. geasa Diarmaid Ben Gu…
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Bran the Blessed and the Irish High King Matholwch sit down to discuss the terms of Branwen's arranged marriage. Is Matholwch going to be the right husband for Branwen? Will Bran and Matholwch agree on a policy of mutual aid should either the Kingdom of Erin or the Island of the Mighty be invaded? And if they do, will Branwen be happy and what exac…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 16: Sacrifice and Prayer by J. A. MacCulloch The Celts offered human victims on the principle of a life for a life, or to propitiate the gods, or in order to divine the future from the entrails of the victim. We shall examine the Celtic custom of human sacrifice from these points of view first. Names…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 15: Cosmogony by J. A. MacCulloch The Celts may have possessed the Heaven and Earth myth, but all trace of it has perished. There are, however, remnants of myths showing how the sky is supported by trees, a mountain, or by pillars. Names Used in this Section Uranus Gæa Kronos Dyaus Prithivi Indra Ele…
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A huge Irish fleet arrives on the shores of Wales with an interesting proposal for Bran, the Welsh High King. Matholwch, the Irish High King, arrives on the shores of Wales with a proposition for Bran the Blessed, the High King of Wales. He suggests a marriage between the two islands: the Emerald Isle and the Island of the Mighty by arranging a mar…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 14: Tree and Plant Worship by J. A. MacCulloch Animal worship pure and simple had declined among the Celts of historic times, and animals were now regarded mainly as symbols or attributes of divinities. Names Used in this Section Tarvos Trigaranos Esus, Juppiter, and Vulcan Táin bó Cuailgne Cimbri Ha…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 13: Tree and Plant Worship by J. A. MacCulloch The Celts had their own cult of trees, but they adopted local cults. This chapter also details how the Celts made their sacred places in dark groves, the trees being hung with offerings or with the heads of victims. Names Used in this Section Fagus Deus …
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Adam Ranger, Druid/Bard/Drummer
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Adam Ranger A super interview with Druid/Bard/Drummer Adam Ranger, about walking the South Downs Way, his Druidry & spiritual experiences and his love of the Pentacle Drummers. Adam says: I am 53 years of age and I was born and bred in South London. I moved to Sussex 20 years ago and now very much call Sussex my home. I have always been interested …
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Llyr and Penarddun are married with a huge wedding feast, but their joy is short-lived. The great King Llyr marries Penarddun in a great feast attended by the High King, who has a special plan for him. Their marriage is full of joy but sadly interrupted by a terrible tragedy. Penarddun faces a horribe decision. This episode is the second episode of…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 12: River and Well Worship by J. A. MacCulloch Among the Celts the testimony of contemporary witnesses, inscriptions, votive offerings, and survivals, shows the importance of the cult of waters and of water divinities. This chapter also details the many fairies and folklore creatures associated with …
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Primitive Nature Worship CT046
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 11: Primitive Nature Worship by J. A. MacCulloch McCulloch talks about animism, where everything was a person and the greater objects of nature were worshiped for themselves alone. Names Used in this Section Gildas Loegaire Da Derga's Hostel MacCecht Gara Morrigan Fomorians Bres meisi Milesians urtro…
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Greg Draven A great interview with Greg as he talks about his acting work, his druidry and his special work as Santa Claus. He spoke about his work on Justice League, about his time as Hagrid and his life as a family man. Greg was born in Eastbourne in 1976. He has always sought ways to entertain people and make them laugh, or sometimes cry. At a y…
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The Fostering of Pryderi CMP043
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The young Pryderi is to be sent away from his parents. Part 1 of the Second Branch of the Mabinogion story. Dyfed's chief Druid, Pendaran has some serious news for Pwyll and Rhiannon. Their young boy Pryderi has to be sent away to be fostered in the the court of Bran the Blessed. Running Order: Intro 0:37 Recap 3:01 Story 5:29 Listener Feedback - R…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 10: The Cult of the Dead by J. A. MacCulloch The custom of burying grave-goods with the dead, or slaying wife or slaves on the tomb and other grave customs is the subject of this chapter. McCulloch also talks about the role of fairies and the festival of Samhain. Names Used in this Section King Cotti…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 9: Gods and Men by J. A. MacCulloch In this chapter, he examines the Gods of the Celts and their relationships to man. How kings adopted divine names and characteristics. Names Used in this Section Bran Fionn Fians Tuatha Dé Danann Manannan Goibniu Boduogenos Camulognata Morgen, from Morigenos Boii N…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 8: The Fionn Cycle by J. A. MacCulloch The story of the mighty hero, Fionn and his warband, the Fianna. McCulloch examines the origins of the Fionn myth and asks how much of the Epic McPherson poem is truly ancient. Names Used in this Section Cumal Oisin Diarmaid Fergus Caoilte mac Ronan Conan Goll m…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 7: The Cúchulainn Cycle by J. A. MacCulloch The story of the mighty hero, Cuchulainn, Queen Medb and the Cattle-Raid of Cooley. Names Used in this Section Conchobar Book of the Dun Cow Book of Leinster Táin bó Cuailgne Dechtire Ailill and Medb Fergus, Conall Cernach Cúroi, Deirdre, and the sons of Us…
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Gods of the Brythons CT041
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 6: The Gods of the Brythons by J. A. MacCulloch In this chapter, J A McCulloch looks at the nature and origin of the Welsh, Brythonic Gods as seen mainly in the Mabinogion. Names Used in this Section Taliesin Geoffrey of Monmouth's Historia Britonum Professor Anwyl Dyfed and Gwent Anglesey Gwynedd Pr…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 5: The Tuatha Dé Danann by J. A. MacCulloch In this chapter, J A McCulloch looks at the nature and origin of the Gods of the Tuatha De Danaan, the tribes or folk of the Goddess Danu. Names Used in this Section Tuatha Dé Danann Danu Fir Dea Brian, Iuchar, and Iucharbar fir tri ndea Dôn Cúchulainn Fion…
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Irish Mythological Cycle CT039
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 4: The Irish Mythological Cycle by J. A. MacCulloch A broad overview of all fields of Celtic mythology which aims to identify the core beliefs of the ancient Celtic religion. Names Used in this Section Tuatha Dé Danann Cúchulainn Fians Fionn Bishop Carsewell Banba Tuath Inba Cessair Ladru laimh-dhia …
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 3: The Gods of Gaul and the Continental Celts by J. A. MacCulloch A discussion of the innumerable Gods of Gaul and the influence of the Roman gods on the continental deities. Names Used in this Section Apollo Juppiter Minerva Dispater Jupiter Taranis Apollo Grannus Augustus Lares Belenos Augustus Hol…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Chapter 2: The Celtic People by J. A. MacCulloch A broad overview of all fields of Celtic mythology which aims to identify the core beliefs of the ancient Celtic religion. Names Used in this Section Celtæ Auvergnats Lozère Jura Professor Sergi Professor Keane Belgæ Broca Aquitani Strabo Galli Po Elbe Rhine I…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) Ch. 1: Introductory by J. A. MacCulloch A broad overview of all fields of Celtic mythology which aims to identify the core beliefs of the ancient Celtic religion. Names Used in this Section Mabinogion equites Religion of the Ancient Celts can be found on Sacred Texts. You can find out more about J. A. McCull…
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The Religion of the Ancient Celts (1911) The Preface by J. A. MacCulloch A broad overview of all fields of Celtic mythology which aims to identify the core beliefs of the ancient Celtic religion. A Druid Names Used in this Section M. Gaidoz M. Bertrand D'Arbois de Jubainville Dr. Windisch Dr. Stokes Sir John Rhŷs Hibbert Lectures M. Salomon Reinach…
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Intermission and Book Choice Show - CT034
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Intermission and Book Choice Show - CT034 Next Book for Celtic Tomes We announce that Celtic Tomes is taking a small break while we move house and offer you five amazing books to choose from. Have a listen and decide which book we will read for you when we return after the house move! You can make your choice by sending us an email (see the link ab…
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Baleful Storm Spirits - British Goblins CT033
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Baleful Storm Spirits British Goblins: Welsh Folk Lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions (1881) Book 4 Chapter 5 by Wirt Sikes Baleful Storm Spirits, is all about the spirits of thunder and lightning, hidden treasure and the dragons of Wales. Sikes tells us the story of the Red Lady of Paviland caves and the Treasure Chest under Moel Arthur,…
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Early Inscribed Stones - British Goblins CT032
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Early Inscribed Stones British Goblins: Welsh Folk Lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions (1881) Book 4 Chapter 4 by Wirt Sikes Early Inscribed Stones tells us all about famous stones that dance, superstitions about rocking stones, and Cromlechs. Sikes tells us the story of the Sagranus Stone and the White Lady, and how humans can be turned …
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Legendary Welsh Stones - British Goblins CT031
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Legendary Welsh Stones British Goblins: Welsh Folk Lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions (1881) Book 4 Chapter 3 by Wirt Sikes Ancient Welsh stones that could move about by themselves and how the Saxon King Edgar the Peaceable passed a law forbidding Stone Worship. How stones could be linked to water, such as the healing powers of Canna's C…
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Mystic Wells - British Goblins CT030
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Mystic Wells British Goblins: Welsh Folk Lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions (1881) Book 4 Chapter 2 by Wirt Sikes All about the beheading of St. Winnifred and the mystic well that sprang up where her head fell. How the waters of mystic wells can be either beneficent or malicious - they can cure diseases, mental or physical, as well as cu…
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