This week on MYTH, it's time for another exciting chapter from the chronicles of Lacplesis the Bearslayer. You'll discover the truth of Laimdota's betrayal, why you should never trust nobility, and that cabins in the woods aren't always bad. Then, in Gods and Monsters, two men will share the friendship of a lifetime.

Source: Latvian Mythology

This week on MYTH, it's a listener request story. You'll learn that you shouldn't claim your kids have superpowers they don't have, that kings are greedy, and that the fae strike a hard bargain. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a tricksy water spirit will kidnap some unlucky children.

Source: German Folklore

This week on MYTH, we'll head back to the home of the Meitei people of Manipur. You'll discover that birds are very, very old, that simple things get complicated when superlatives are involved, and that it helps to remember your own age. Then, in Gods and Monsters, primordial god brothers will compete to rule the universe.

Source: Meitei Folklore

This week on MYTH, we'll head down under for an Aboriginal tale of the dangers of a sweet tooth. You'll see that bees are pretty oblivious, that honey hunting is serious business, and that it's gross to use those around you selfishly. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a lizard will learn to be more careful about playing with his boomerangs.

Source: Australian Folklore

This week on MYTH, we're journeying to the French countryside for a sisterly fable. You'll learn that fairies may not have a clear grasp on what a gift is, that no good deed goes unpunished, and that jealousy can sometimes be a literal snake in the grass. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a tricksy fox will try to become a deadly wolf.

Source: French Folklore

This week on MYTH, we'll travel through the mists of ancient Korea for a story of the protector of Seoul. You'll learn that palaces make the best meals, that laborers are smarter than kings, and that volcanoes are friends with the wind. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a tiger will get into a battle of wits with a bunny rabbit.

Source: Korean Folklore

This week on MYTH, we're diving back into the 1001 Nights for the next Voyage of Sinbad the Sailor. You'll learn that you should always read the fine print, that there are worse fates than being eaten by cannibals, and that kings make bad friends. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a brave traveler will try to outsmart a ghoul.

Source: Middle Eastern Folklore

This week on MYTH, we're heading to the days of legend for the Maori tale of creation. You'll discover that being a clingy couple is bad for everyone's wellbeing, that even gods get cold, and that some creatures have poorly-defined jobs. Then, in Gods and Monsters, a fiery volcano goddess will seek her new home.

Source: Maori Mythology