Myths and Legends

215-Scandinavian Legends: Madness

02.17.2021 - By Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, NextpodPlay

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The story that inspired Shakespeare's Hamlet, the tale of Amleth, the prince of Denmark. A ton of death, some cryptic non-riddles, and copious amounts of poop smearing serve as the starting point for one of the greatest works in the English language.

The creature this week is a sad little bird from Hebrew folklore who just can't catch a break.

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Music:

"Drone Pine" by Blue Dot Sessions

"Boston Landing" by Blue Dot Sessions

"Jumbel" by Blue Dot Sessions

"Plum" by Podington Bear

"Uncertain Ground" by Podington Bear

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