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The terrible curse laid on the Children of Lir unfurls!

The Tuatha De Danaan retreat underground and choose a new High King to guide them. Lir, ancient God of the Sea, feels that he should be chosen and falls to wrath as the Children of Danu choose the mighty Bodb Dearg to be their King.

This episode is the 13th episode of the Irish Mythological Cycle.

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

Running Order:

• Intro 0:40
• News & Views 1:17
• Story 3:01
• Listener Feedback - Arden 23:28
• Promo - Nocturnal 25:24
• Promo - Christiana's Shallow Thoughts 28:01

All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish13

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe News & Views

We have now completed the Book of Invasions and move on to some of the single tales of the Irish Mythological Cycle. We discuss (with some confusion) our pleasure in these tales. You can find all the ways to contact us on our Contact Us page.

The Wings of Tragedy - Episode 13 of the Irish Mythological Cycle

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Sons of the Gael
• Tuatha De Danaa
• Sons of Mil
• Erin
• Children of Danu
• Lir
• Bodb Dearg
• Men of Dea
• Aobh
• Aoife
• Ailbhe
• Oilella
• Aran
• Dagda
• Sidhe Fionnachaidh
• Loch Dearg
• Fionnualla
• Aodh
• Fiachra
• Conn
• Sidhe
• Loch Dairbhreach
• Sruth na Maoile
• Alban
• Irris Domnann
• Inis Gluaire
• Maoil

Listener Feedback

Arden

We read a listener email and talk about some of the podcasts that we have been listening to. Ruthie also mentions how Scott Sigler's tremendous and compulsive book Infected has been making her itch!

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Scott Sigler

Something lives deep beneath the streets of San Fransisco. Something that has been there for centuries, something that comes out at night ... to feed on the dregs of society. A sub-culture, with its own myths, its own legends of leader named The King that will lead them out of bondage, and their own demon, a hunting shadow known only as Savior. Read the book or listen on iTunes.

Promo - Christiana's Shallow Thoughts

Christiana Ellis

Christiana Ellis' surreal, daily thoughts on many subjects. Humourous, surreal and highly entertaining these small podcasts are a worthy addition to your podcast playlists. Listen to the, now sadly pod-faded, Christiana's Shallow Thoughts.

Sources used in this Episode Joseph Jacobs. Celtic Fairy Tales. Based on P.W. Joyce's version in Old Celtic Romances.

The Fate of the Children of Lir, Mary Jones - Celtic Literature Collective

The Children of Lir by Cruachan

The Children of Lir, poem by "A.E."

Old Celtic Romances, P W Joyce

The Children of Lir, Legendary Fictions of the Ancient Celts, Patrick Kennedy

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks

For voice acting:

Edward, our son, as King of the Tuatha de Danaan.

Estelle, our daughter-in-law, as Aoife

Matt Howard, our friend, as King of the Tuatha de Danaan.

For incidental music:

Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor Page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor Page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

Teresa Doyle Gabham Molta Bhride (Ode to Brigid). See the Contributor Page page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor Page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor Page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor Page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor Page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

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The great Bard Amergin finally steps onto Erin's soil

The Sons of Mil finally break through the magic of the Children of Danu and land on the shores of Erin. They demand recompense for the death of their kin and negotiations take place. Now it is up to the Tuatha De Danaan - will they fight, flee or come up with another plan? And yet, the great Bard Amergin also has a trick or two up his sleeve!

This episode is the 12th episode of the Irish Mythological Cycle. It is also the final part of the Lebor Gabala Erenn - the Book of Invasions of Ireland.

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com

Running Order:

• Intro 0:41
• News & Views 1:25
• Story 2:35
• Listener Feedback - Greg Lemon 19:45
• Promo - The Wigglian Way 20:34
• Promo - Mary Jones 21:10
• The Song of Amergin 21:52

All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish12

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

We love getting your feedback! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe

News & Views

We warn people that their version of Episode 3 may be corrupt. If it is, please re-download this episode. Thank you. We also thank the eagle-eyed listener, Lowell, who spotted that the episode was corrupt. You can find all the ways to contact us on our Contact Us page.

The Song of Amergin - Episode 12 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and final part of the Book of Invasions

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Amergin
• Sons of Mil
• Erin
• Inver Scene
• Kenmare Bay
• Munster
• Slieve Mis
• Tuatha De Danaan
• Banba
• MacCuill
• Slieve Eibhline
• Fodhla
• MacCecht
• Uisnech
• Breogan
• Eriu
• MacGreine
• Teamhair
• Druim Cain
• Liathdruim
• Fir Bolg
• Cermait Honey-mouth
• Dagda
• Ith
• Eber Donn
• Men of De
• Ir
• Sceig Michil
• Eremon
• Inver Colpa
• Colpa
• Bres
• Buaigne
• Eber
• Buan
• Bile
• Dil
• Donn
• Scene
• Fial
• Lugaid
• Muirthemne
• Tethra
• Lough Luigdech
• sidhe-folk

Listener Feedback

Greg Lemon

We send out a Big Thank you to Greg Lemon of the Myth Show (now sadly pod-faded) for sending us a screen capture of our iTunes reviews and send out a shout to our reviewers. We finish off by discussing the Song of Amergin and thank Mary Jones for her help.

Promo - The Wigglian Way

Mojo and Sparrow

A pagan podcast with plenty of informal discussion and information about paganism and witchcraft. The Wigglian Way is hosted by Mojo and Sparrow. They also have some great music.

Promo - Mary Jones Celtic Literature Collective

Mary Jones

Mary Jones, The Celtic Literature Collective is one of the best resources for ancient Celtic literature on the web.

The Song of Amergin - Lyrics

I am a wind in the sea I am a sea-wave upon the land I am the sound of the sea I am a stag of seven combats I am a hawk upon a cliff I am a tear-drop of the sun I am the fairest of flowers I am a boar for valour I am a salmon in a pool I am a lake in a plain I am the excellence of arts I am a spear that wages battle with plunder. I am a god who forms subjects Who explains the stones of the mountains? Who invokes the ages of the moon? Where lies the setting of the sun? Who bears cattle from the house of Tethra? Who are the cattle of Tethra who laugh? What man, what god forms weapons? Indeed, then; I invoked a poet... a poet of wind.

There are many different translations of The Song of Amergin, which is perhaps the best known piece of all ancient Celtic poetry. With great thanks to the inestimable Mary Jones for her enthusiasm and scholarship, we can present what is possibly the best translation of the earliest transcription. Mary has also written and excellent and thought provoking piece about some of the symbolism in the poem which can be found along with some of the other translations that we found in our Resources section.

Sources used in this Episode

Gods and Fighting Men, Lady Gregory, Sacred Texts and Chap. 10

The Book of Invasions, Mary Jones The History of Ireland, Geoffrey Keating, Google Books

The Song of Amergin, All About Irish

The Song of Amergin, Amergin.net

The History of Ireland, Geoffrey Keating, Books I-II, CELT

The Book of Leinster, CELT

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks

For voice acting:

Edward, our son, as Eber Donn. Esther, our daughter, as Banba. Estelle, our daughter-in-law, as Fodhla and Matt Howard, our friend, as the Three Kings of the Tuatha De Danaan.

For incidental music:

Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode as the Dagda's Harp. You can find her website here. The track we use here as the bardic accompaniment is Chiorsdain's Lullaby. See the Contributor page for details.

Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

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The Winds of Change blow over the Children of Danu

With the last of the Fomori driven from the land, the Children of Danu leave the Emerald Isle in the hands of their descendants - but to what cost? Conn of the Hundred Battles asks about the Lia Fail - the Stone of Destiny. We also find out about a later appearance of the God Lugh. We hear about the arrival of the Sons of Mil and Amergin White-Knee.

This episode is the 11th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions. Running Order:

• Intro 0:40
• News & Views 1:48
• Story 3:35
• Listener Feedback - Michelle 17:10
• Promo - Form Letter Rejection Theater 18:48

You can find the full show-notes, resources, and sources for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish11

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

It's always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or call us on Speakpipe

News & Views

We ask for some reviews in iTunes. We ask our listeners whether they would like to send us some artwork or stories related to the myths we are bringing you.

The Wind of Change - Episode 11 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 11 of the Book of Invasions

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Magh Tuireadh
• Children of Danu
• Fomori
• Sons of Mil
• Dagda
• Goban
• Lugh
• Conchobar
• Boinn
• Cuchulainn
• Cuailgne
• Conn of the Hundred Battles
• Teamhair
• Rath
• Maol
• Bloc
• Bhuice
• Ethain
• Corb
• Cesarn
• Sidhe
• Bregia
• Lia Fail
• Falias
• Art of the Three Shouts
• Ethlinn
• Tuatha De Danaan
• Ith
• Breogan
• Breg
• Lugaid
• Bentracht
• Magh Itha
• Inis Elga
• Danaan
• Cermad Midbeoil
• MacCuill
• MacCecht
• MacGrene
• Banba
• Fohla
• Eriu
• Ailech Neid
• Fiachna
• Delbaeth
• Brigantia
• Donn
• Flann Mainistrech
• Eremon
• Emer
• Ir
• Amergin
• Colptha
• Airech
• Febra
• Erannan
• Muirmme
• Luigne
• Laigne
• Palap
• Er
• Orba
• Feron
• Fergin
• Eber
• Brega
• Cuala
• Cualgne
• Blad
• Fuad
• Muirthemne
• Eblinne
• Nar
• Buas
• Bres
• Buaigne
• Fulman
• Mantan
• Caicer
• Suirge
• En
• Un
• Etan
• Sobairce
• Sedga
• Goisten
• Inber Scene

Listener Feedback

Michelle

We share an email from Michelle who finds her studies helped by our show and sends us a booklist to help with our website.

Promo - Form Letter Rejection Theatre

Paulette Jaxton

A monthly anthology of previously unpublished short fiction by Paulette Jaxton and other up and coming authors of speculative fiction. The show has an introductory episode available and really sounds well worth watching out for. Sadly, the show has now pod-faded. You can still find past episodes on iTunes.

Sources used in this Episode

Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory

Timeless Myths

The Progress of the Sons of Mil from Spain to Ireland

Lebor Gabala

Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks For incidental music:

Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode as the Dagda's Harp. You can find her website here. The track we use here as the bardic accompaniment is Chiorsdain's Lullaby. See the Contributor page for details.

Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows

Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow)

Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :)

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Midsummer 2008 with a story from William Russeth

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More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

We celebrate the Midsummer Festival with a massive offering of goodies. The second half contains an amazing poem called The Shadow House of Lugh, a story from The Fire of Belenus by William Russeth and some music.

Running Order:

• Intro 0:40
• News & Views 1:37
• The Shadow House of Lugh by Ethna Carberry 2:50
• The Fires of Belenus by William Russeth 6:07
• Tuttle Caislean an Oir by Cady Finlayson 33:03
• Listener Feedback 36:01
• Outtakes 39:34

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

We talk about Stonehenge's new visitor centre and the Cerne Abbas giant's new haircut!

The Shadow House of Lugh

by Ethna Carberry

This poem is a translation of an 8th Century Irish verse. It was translated by Ethna Carberry and published in Padraic Colum's (1881–1972) Anthology of Irish Verse, 1922. Lugh is the Celtic divinity whose name is most widely known. In mythology he is the Sun God. In the mythological cycle he is the deliverer of the De Danaans from the Fomorian oppression. He is the slayer of Balor, the glance of whose eye is death. But Lugh is also kin to Balor, his mother being Eithlinn, the daughter whom Balor had immured like Danae in a tower. There are actually another two verses to this poem, but the version we found and recorded didn't have them. So here are the extra two verses for your pleasure. This version can be found at Bartleby's.

He plays for her soothing the Slumber-song: Fine and faint as any dream it glides along: She sleeps until the magic of his kiss shall rouse; And all her world is quiet in the Shadow-house.

His days glide to night, and his nights glide to day: With circling of the amber mead, and feasting gay; In the yellow of her hair his dreams lie curled, And her arms make the rim of his rainbow world.

The Fires of Belenus

by William Russeth

A thousand years before the Romans, Celtic people cultivated the Rhone Valley. Celtic languages were spoken from Asia Minor to Spain and from Northern Italy to Ireland. By the third century BC, their culture had evolved into a complex civilization with sophisticated social structures, laws, and folklore that are the roots of modern European culture. But the Celtic world was a violent world, controlled by mystical Druids and warrior chieftains, ready to take the heads of their rivals over the most trifling insult.

Fires of Belenus is a romantic tale, that tantalizes readers with rational portrayals of mythical events found in the CuChulainn and Arthurian legends. Written by William Russeth, the chapter we read is exciting and contains wonderful symbology. Many, many thanks to William for allowing us to present Chapter Thirty-Six. The Sword in the Stone, Lady of Lake, and CuChulainn's stand at the river ford are brought to life in plausible new ways that make the work unique. It is a tale of Historical Fantasy, made believable by accurately portraying ancient Celtic culture. Available from Wings Press and Amazon. Find out more about William in our Contributor pages.

Tuttle Caislean an Oir

by Cady Finlayson

Called "one of America's top Celtic fiddlers" by New Age Voice magazine and "bursting with pure and natural talent" by HotIndieNews.com, Cady Finlayson offers a spirited fiddle show with a global twist. Cady's music blends traditional Irish tunes with worldbeat rhythms and American folk, creating a signature sound that appeals to a variety of audiences. "I love to bring Irish music to people who might not normally hear it," she says.

"I was in Limerick, Ireland in 2003, where I had the chance to meet some of the great Irish fiddle players. What impressed me the most was how individual each person's style was, and how "tradition" meant different things to different people."

Listener Feedback

Cory, Ancestral Celt

We talk about the dates of Midsummer and an answer from Ancestral Celt. Thanks to Cory for her wonderful email and link to Wikipedia. You can download The Ladychant that we made with the children if you'd like a copy.

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Special Thanks

For incidental music:

Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor page for details.

Emery Stains and In The Beginning from the In The Beginning EP by Adrian Charkman. See the Contributor page for details.

UT by VS from the No Tomorrow EP. See the Contributor page for details.

For our Theme Music:

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Additional Sources

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permisssion to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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Music, stories, and facts for Midsummer 2008

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More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

We celebrate the Midsummer Festival with a massive offering of goodies. So we've divided the episode into two parts. The first part contains a reading from The Religion of the Ancient Celts, another from a modern book called Fairy Healing, some music, and a story by Willie Meikle called The First Silkie.

Running Order:

• Intro 0:40
• News & Views 1:32
• The Religion of the Ancient Celts by J.A. MacCulloch 7:08
• Fairy Healing by Margie McArthur 10:01
• Shimmering Wings by Gaelic Wind Project 15:02
• The First Silkie by Willie Meikle 21:27
• The Ladychant 31:15
• The Summer Solstice 34:01
• Outtakes 35:34

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

We talk about Midsummer being celebrated on the 20th, 21st or 22nd of June. Midsummer is traditionally a time for fairies - although it is dangerous to visit the fairy world at this time! We talk about the Solstice and time that the sun appears to wobble in its 'apparent' orbit around the earth.

The Religion of the Ancient Celts

by J. A. MacCulloch

We select a passage concerning the Midsummer rituals from the Religions of the Ancient Celts by J. A. MacCulloch. This book, which appears for the first time on the Internet at Sacred Texts, is one of the earliest scholarly treatments of the ancient Celtic religion. Written early in the 20th Century, Religion of the Ancient Celts includes extensive treatment of that perennially fascinating subject, the Druids. MacCulloch details the Celtic belief in reincarnation and a spectral otherworld; documents the enormous pantheon of now-obscure gods and goddesses, including many local deities; and describes totemistic and animistic beliefs. In addition, MacCulloch does not flinch (nor sensationalize) when describing the darker side of Celtic practices, including the famous 'Burning Man' human sacrifices, cannibalism and exogamous incest.

Fairy Healing: the Lore and Legacy

by Margie McArthur

We then present a small section of a modern book about Fairy Healing: The Lore and Legacy written by Margie McArthur. The section we read is from Chapter 5: The Irish Traditions and tells us about the Fairy Doctor. Thank you to Margie for allowing us to read this for you. She has her home on the web at Brigid's Hearth where you can find out about this and her other books. She also runs a fairy healing website. Find out more about Margie McArthur in our Contributor pages.

Shimmering Wings

by Gaelic Wind Project

They hail from Essen, Germany. Yet the repertoire of Gaelic Wind Project consists of Irish traditional songs and tunes, but they also perform their own material. This Irish folk band consists of two female lead vocalists who are accompanied by Irish wooden flute, accordion, guitar, Irish bouzouki and percussion. Gaelic Wind Project is a nice addition to any Celtic music collection.

"Our new song Shimmering Wings is inspired by Juliet Marillier´s novel Daughter of the Forest. Here you´ll find more information about the author and her books."

You can find the Gaelic Wind Project on the web at their homesite (now sadly gone). You can also find them on CD Baby.

The First Silkie

by Willie Meikle

Willie Meikle is a Scottish Author who writes Fantasy and Horror Fiction and has eight books published. Many of his stories and books are set in Scotland and are weaved with Mythology and folklore. Willie has had 130 stories published in the genre press, both in paper and on-line magazines and his work has appeared in the UK, Ireland, the USA, India, Greece, Romania and Canada. He has graciously allowed us to present an except from his novel, The Midnight Eye Files: The Sirens and concerns the origins of the Silkie – a fey creature able to shift from seal to human form.

The tale tells us of the origin of the Silkie which concerns Viking Gods, Bold Fishermen and a wager between Gods and Men.

You can find out more about Willie and his work at his website or you can read more details about this fantastic author in our Contributor pages.

The Ladychant

by Gary, Ruthie & friends

With thanks to three young friends of ours, we present our very unprofessional (but fun!) version of the Chant of the Lady. A big Thank You to Stacey, Tania and Jessica. You can download this chant from us by clicking Ladychant.

Lyrics Lady, spin your Circle bright, Weave your web of dark and light. Earth, Air, Fire and Water, Bind us as one. Maiden, spin your Circle white, Weave a web of shinning light. Stag and Hawk, Bear and Wolf, Bind us as one. Mother, spin your Circle red, Weave a web of glowing thread. Earth, Air, Fire and Water, Bind us as one. Wise one, spin your Circle black, Weave the wisdom that we lack. Moonlight, Sunlight, Starlight, Shimmer, Bind us as one. Lady, spin your Circle bright, Weave your web of dark and light. Earth, Air, Fire and Water, Bind us as one.

Winter Solstice 'Down Under'

We talk about the Summer Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Special Thanks

For incidental music:

Diane Arkenstone The Secret Garden. See the Contributor page for details.

For our Theme Music:

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Additional Sources

OBOD

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permisssion to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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Battle is over and the fate of Erin decided.

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Show Summary:

Mighty Balor, the strong smiter, and the Fomori have invaded Ireland and the Tuatha De Danaan meet them on the field of Battle. After a bloody and epic struggle, Lugh kills Balor and the Fomori are beaten and driven back to the sea. Tired and weary, it is now time for the Children of Danu to count the cost... The Dagda also seeks his Harp!

This episode is the 10th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions.

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

Running Order:

• Intro 0:41
• News & Views 1:16
• Story 3:35
• Listener Feedback - Faith 19:49
• Promo - Shadowmagic 21:40

All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish10

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

We talk about our new Facebook and Myspace pages. You can also find the addresses for these on the Contact Us page. Also, we introduce the Midsummer Special that will be out next week.

Uneasy Rests the Crown - Episode 10 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 10 of the Book of Invasions

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Tuatha De Danaan
• Children of Danu
• Bres
• Elatha
• Maeltine Mor-Brethach
• Erin
• Ogma
• Tethra
• The Dagda
• Fomori
• Uaitne
• Dur-da-Bla
• Coir-cethan-chuin
• Ce
• Cam Corrslebe
• Lough Ce
• Samhain
• The Morrigan
• Angus (mac) Og
• Emmas
• Sidhe
• Badb
• Men of Dea
• Tailltiu
• Nas
• Magh Mor
• Duach the Dark
• Teamhair
• Cuan
• Midhe
• Taillten
• Ethne
• Magh Tuireadh
• Tadg
• Nuada
• Muirne
• Finn
• Fianna
• Tuirenn
• Bran
• Boanna
• The Boyne
• Newgrange
• Bodb Dearg
• Danaan
• Caer
• Ethal Anubal
• Connacht
• Ailel
• Maedb
• Uisnech
• Mide
• Brath
• Nemed

Listener Feedback

Faith

We share an email from Faith from western Massachusetts which sums up beatifully what we are trying to achieve with this podcast.

Promo - Shadowmagic

John Lenahan

Shadowmagic, by John Lenahan.

"Shadowmagic is a rip roaring fun fantasy adventure novel by John Lenahan very loosely based on Irish mythology where every chapter ends on the edge of a cliff (or at least a high curb.) Join Conor as he grapples with typical teenage problems like, how to deal with a father's high expectations, how to survive in the world on your own and how to woo a beautiful girl - that wants you dead. Shadowmagic - novel for the young at heart from 12 to 112."

Sources used in this Episode

Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory

Timeless Myths

http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300011.html

Lebor Gabala

Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young

Sacred Texts, Cath Maghe Tuired, Elizabeth A Gray

Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston

The Mythological Cycle, The Second Battle of Mag Tured

Celtic Twilight

Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks

For voice acting:

Edward, our son, as Angus mac Og. Matt Howard, our friend, as Ethal Anubal.

For incidental music:

Jo Morrison for her wonderful harp music used in this episode as the Dagda's Harp. You can find her website here. The three tracks that she gave us permission to use from the album The Three Musics are:

• Chiorsdain's Lullaby
• Arthur Bignold of Lochrosque/King of Laois
• Rights of Man

See the Contributor page for details.

Souls of Nephilims, Vampirit Requiem, Act 3, Immortal Forever. See the Contributor page for details.

Adam Zampino, At the Sea. See the Contributor page for details.

Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

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Battle is joined and the mighty Balor comes to the field.

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Show Summary:

The eve of the Second Battle of Magh Tuireadh and Lugh gets promises of aid from the Tuatha De Danaan. The giant Balor of the Evil Eye enters the fray and the death toll rises. The Tuatha De are fighting not only for their land but for their entire race.

This episode is the 9th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions.

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

Running Order:

• Intro 0:40
• News & Views 1:47
• Story 5:28
• Listener Feedback - Vicky, Kathy 24:54
• Promo - Mary Jones 25:42
• Promo - Deo's Shadow 26:12
• Welsh Leeks 27:29

All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish9

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

Ruth has a great idea and we ask our listeners to join with us in celebrating our ancestors by telling their stories. This is the episode that we are releasing without accents being used for some of the characters. What do you think? Is it better or worse? Let us know - we welcome your views.

Let Fly the Crows of Battle - Episode 9 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 9 of the Book of Invasions

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Teamhair
• Carynx
• Erin
• Dagda
• Ogma
• Tuatha De Danaan
• Lugh
• Tir-na-nOg
• Mathgen
• Sliabh League
• Dena Ulad
• Mourne Mountains
• Bri Ruri
• Slieve Bloom
• Sliabh Snechtai
• Slemish
• Blai Sliabh
• Nemthenn
• Sliabh Maccu Belgodon
• Segais
• Cruachan Aigle
• Fomor, Fomori
• Lough Derg
• Lough Luimnigh
• Lough Corrib
• Lough Reagh
• Lough Mask
• Lough Neagh
• Lough Gara
• Lough Reagh
• Marloch
• Sidhe
• Bechulle
• Dianan
• Cairbre
• Etain
• Glam Dicenn
• Goban
• Dolb
• Credne
• Luchta
• Diancecht
• The Morrigan
• Magh Tuireadh
• Aes Dara
• Indech
• De Domnan
• Tollus-Dam
• Ech Dam
• Eru
• Rechtaid the White
• Fosad
• Fedlimid
• Ibor
• Scibar
• Minn
• Slaine
• Loch Arboch
• Octruil
• Airmed
• Octriallach
• Nes
• Men of Dea
• Midhir
• Bodb Dearg
• Badb
• Macha
• Nuada
• Ceithlenn
• Abhean
• Leat Glas
• Uinius
• Bres
• Elatha

Listener Feedback

Vicky, Kathy

We share some emails with you from listeners who have given us some great information. Kathy from the US has solved Ruth's question about Leeks and the Welsh by finding a quote from the Sacred Texts website. She also found the following quotes from Henry V (Shakespeare):-

FLUELLEN Your majesty says very true: if your majesties is remembered of it, the Welshmen did good service in a garden where leeks did grow, wearVing leeks in their Monmouth caps; which, your majesty know, to this hour is an honourable badge of the service; and I do believe your majesty takes no scorn to wear the leek upon Saint Tavy's day. KING HENRY V I wear it for a memorable honour; For I am Welsh, you know, good countryman. FLUELLEN All the water in Wye cannot wash your majesty's Welsh plood out of your pody, I can tell you that: God pless it and preserve it, as long as it pleases his grace, and his majesty too! Thank you Kathy.

Promo - Mary Jones

Amazing Celtic resource site with information about everything! OK, I'm a bit enthusiastic but she does do an amazing job. She also hosts the Celtic Literature Collective which is one of the major resources for our stories. You can spend hours here. Visit her site at http://www.maryjones.us/.

Promo - Deo's Shadow

An extremely professional pagan podcast hosted by Deo and Mandy that often includes pieces about Celtic Mythology. Brendan Cathbad Myers has been in their latest episode and has also given them permission to produce one of his lectures about the Celtic Creation Story (or lack of it) which you can find in Episode 36. Check out this fun podcast at http://www.deos-shadow.com/. Sadly, the podcast was discontinued and you read about it here.

Sources used in this Episode

Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory

Timeless Myths

http://www.ucc.ie/celt/published/T300011.html

Lebor Gabala

Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young

Sacred Texts, Cath Maghe Tuired, Elizabeth A Gray

Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston

The Mythological Cycle, The Second Battle of Mag Tured

Celtic Twilight

Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks

For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Credne and Balor. Matt Howard, our friend, as Ogma and Ruadan. Kyle Morris as Mathgen.

For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows

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Lugh finally gets his revenge!

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Show Summary:

The Sons of Tuireann complete their quest only to discover that Lugh has out-witted them. This is part 3 of 3 in the Saga of the Sons of Tuireann.

This episode is the 8th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions.

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

Running Order:

• Intro 0:40
• News & Views 1:13
• Story 6:30
• Promo - The Scotchcast 23:45
• Promo - J.C. Hutchins 7th Son: Obsidian 24:28
• Listener Feedback - Accents 26:34

All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish8

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

We talk about the Wessex Archaeology Educational Kit for the Avebury monuments and tell people about the interview we did with Greg Lemon of the Myth Show (now sadly gone). We also wish a happy St Ivo's Day to the people of Brittany for the 19th May. Wessex Archaeology blog here and the website here.

The Long Hand of Lugh - Episode 8 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 8 of the Book of Invasions

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Easal
• Tuireann
• Iorusaidh
• Ur
• Urcar
• Brian
• Lugh
• Manannan
• Miochaoin
• Erin
• Teamhair
• Flidias
• Tuatha De Danaan
• Nuada
• Cian
• Enya, Ethne
• Boinne
• Life
• Tuaidh
• Beinn Edair
• Uisnech
• Midhe
• Caer
• Fand
• Connla
• Sidhe
• Corc
• Conn
• Aedh

Promo - The Scotchcast

All single malt, all the time! The Scotchcast is a podcast dedicated to the exploration and enjoyment of Single Malt Scotch. Voicemail line: 517-879-4629 http://www.thescotchcast.com/ http://www.twitter.com/thescotchcast

Promo - 7th Son Obsidian

J.C. Hutchins

In 2008, J.C. Hutchins invited the most prominent storytellers in podcast fiction — and 7th Son fans across the globe — to contribute to 7th Son: Obsidian, an innovative audio and video fiction anthology set in the 7th Son universe.

Obsidian, an innovative "in world" addition to the 7th Son trilogy, tells the tale of the nationwide blackout seen briefly in 7th Son: Destruction. More than 100 authors and fans contributed content to this project. Obsidian was a history-making experience; it was the first time in podcast fiction where the lines between author and audience were fundamentally blurred in this way.

While these tales of survival were crafted as stand-alone stories, J.C. Hutchins recommends listening to the 7th Son trilogy in its entirety before experiencing Obsidian.

Listener Feedback

We talk some more about the use of accents within the shows again and ask for more feedback.

Sources used in this Episode

Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory

Timeless Myths

Lebor Gabala

Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young

Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston

Celtic Twilight

Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks

For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Brian and King Dobar. Esther, our daughter, as the Maidens of Caer. Matt Howard, our son, as Urcar and King Easal and Kyle Morris, our friend, as Ur.

For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

Get EXTRA content in the Celtic Myth Podshow App for iOS, Android & Windows

Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow)

Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :)

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The Sons of Tuireann wreak havoc amongst the Kings of the World.

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Show Summary:

The Sons of Tuireann wreak havoc amongst the Kings of the World in their quest to fulfill the fine laid on them by Lugh. It is also part 2 of 3 in the Saga of the Sons of Tuireann.

This episode is the 7th episode of the Irish Book of Invasions.

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com Show Summary:

Running Order:

• Intro 0:42
• News & Views 1:16
• Story 5:15
• Listener Feedback - Paul 22:20
• Thanks to Liam, our Sound Engineer 23:14
• Promo - The Podcast Junkie 24:14

All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/irish7

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

We talk about the recent visit to the Anderida Gorsedd open ritual for Beltane.

Uneasy Rests the Crown - Episode 7 of the Irish Mythological Cycle and Part 7 of the Book of Invasions

Names Used in this Story

Listed in order of appearance

• Lugh
• Teamhair
• Gaireach
• The Dagda
• Tuireann
• Danu
• Miochaoin
• Ogham
• Nuada
• Brian
• Urcar
• Cainte
• Dagda
• Tuis, King of Greece
• The Luin
• Connachta
• King Dobar
• Siogair
• Easal
• Fail-Inis
• Ioruaidh
• Inis Cenn-fhinne
• Island of Caer
• Etain
• Lochlann
• Enya
• Diancecht
• Luch Lamh-fada
• Manannan
• Aonbharr
• Scuabtuinne
• curragh
• Brugh na Boinn
• King Pisear
• Ur
• Flidias, Flidais
• River Boyne
• River Life
• Beinn Edair
• Uisnech
• Midhe
• Fand
• Connla
• Corc
• Conn
• Aedh

Listener Feedback

Paul

We ask the question: do you find the use of accents in our shows distracting? Would you rather we didn't try to use different accetns as we tell the stories? We also give thanks to Liam Pickett, a Sound Enginner and Listener, who helped us out with our sound quality. If you're in the South-East of the UK and need a top-notch engineer, give him a ring on 07810 878232 or send an email to [email protected].

Promo - The Podcast Junky

Now sadly, the Podcast Junky has pod-faded and the shows are no longer available.

Sources used in this Episode

Sacred Texts, Gods & Fighting Men by Lady Gregory

Timeless Myths

Lebor Gabala

Sacred Texts, Celtic Wonder Tales, Ella Young

Sacred Texts, Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race, Thomas Rolleston

Celtic Twilight

Celtic Literature Collective, Mary Jones

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

Special Thanks

For voice acting: Edward, our son, as Brian and King Dobar. Morgan, our son, as King Tuis and Matt Howard, our friend, as Urcar and King Easal.

For incidental music: Diane Arkenstone, The Secret Garden . See the Contributor page for details.

Kim Robertson, Angels in Disguise . See the Contributor page for details.

Time Ticks Away by Jigger. See their Contributor Page for details.

For our Theme Music

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Slán Go Foill!', which is Irish for 'Goodbye', or more literally 'Wishing you safety for a while'!

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Celebrate Beltane with Fairies, Music and Celtic traditions!

Always great to hear from you! Email [email protected], or Speakpipe

Show Summary:

We celebrate the ancient Celtic Fire Festival of Bealteinne with some pieces about Celtic and Fairy traditions, a fascinating short story set in ancient Cornwall and some wonderful Celtic music. Come join in the fun!

More resources over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com

Running Order:

• Intro 0:41
• News & Views 2:50
• Promo by Mary Jones 2:50
• The May Festival by Lady Wilde 3:52
• The Hills they are Hollow by Damh the Bard 19:27
• The Lily by Simon Mitchell 12:08
• Haghole by Culann's Hounds 46:52
• May Day Superstitions by Lady Wilde 51:15
• Outtakes 55:04

We hope you enjoy it!

Gary & Ruthie x x x

News & Views

We talk about the beauty of the season and explain that this episode is about an hour long being a special episode. We reassure new listeners that the normal episodes are only 25 minutes long. We also play a Promo for Mary Jones, whose amazing website provides much of the source material that we use in bringing you these stories: www.maryjones.us.

The May Festival by Lady Wilde

from "Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland"

We start with a brief biography of Lady Francesca 'Speranza' Wilde, who was born in 1821 and was the mother of the famous Oscar Wilde.

We then read a section of her book, Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland about May Day festivities and beliefs.

Memorial to Lady Wilde and her husband located in Mount Jerome Cemetery, Dublin

The Hills They Are Hollow

by Damh the Bard

Perhaps one of our all-time favourite tracks based in Celtic Mythology by Damh the Bard.

Damh is a modern-day Bard whose spirituality, and love of folk tradition, is expressed through his music, storytelling and poetry. Drawing on the Bardic traditions his performances are both entertaining and educational, weaving a tapestry of myth, peace, and anthems that speak directly to the heart, but never without a good splash of humour. Damh is a musical storyteller who works within the world of myth that cannot be proved; where the Faerie really do dance on Midsummer's Eve, where the trees talk, and the Hollow Hills take you into the realms of Annwn. Where the Goddess rides her horse, guiding you to magic, and the Horned God of old calls us from the shadows of the Greenwood.

You can find his music on iTunes, Woven Wheat Whispers or from his website, Pagan Music. He is also the voice behind Druidcast, the official podcast of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD, for short) - modern day Druids. You can find Druidcast here and find out more about OBOD here. You can find out more details about Damh on his Contributor Page on our website.

Castledore, 23 AD by Simon Mitchell

from "Secrets of the Valley 1: The Lily"

We start with a short biography of Simon Mitchell, whom we know as Simon the Scribe, a regular contributor to our website. We introduce to his ecologically based work and to Secrets of the Valley book 1: The Lily. We then read Chapter 2 to you to introduce you to the story. We'd like to give Simon special thanks for his permission to bring you this story and, if you enjoyed it, urge you to read his book.

Secrets of the Valley, a Cornish trilogy. An ancient matrix of energy lies hidden in the earth, its existence and purpose all but forgotten. One strand, named 'The Dragon Line' passes through Cornwall, a land steeped in history and mystery since the dawn of time. Here the line passes through the valley of the River Fowey. A lone ghost, abandoned in the valley of his birth, tells how the line of energy has been usurped, unbalancing the whole planetary energy matrix. In 'The Lily', the first novel of this extraordinary trilogy, we share his lives as he tells his tale of 2000 years in the Fowey valley. He sets a crucial task, to mend the Dragon Line and restore the balance of power, before time itself runs out. About the author - Simon Mitchell is part of the 'green wave' working in Cornwall UK. " I find an authentic and meaningful life by researching, writing and publishing my own, and other people's media, on the themes of sustainable living, nature and ecology. This trilogy of books under the heading of 'Secrets of the Valley' celebrates the wonders of nature in providing us with all we need." [source]

You can find out more about Simon. Some of Simon's wonderful recipes, green thoughts and other articles and advice can be found here. The Lily is now available on the kindle at a really low price - grab it now! :)

Haghole

by Culann's Hounds

Our second musical treat for this special is the theme music to our show, 'Haghole' by the amazing San Francisco band, Culann's Hounds.

Name a musical act after one of the great warriors of Irish legend, and you'd better be prepared to crank out some energetic, larger-than-life performances. That's precisely why Culann's Hounds has been a favorite on the San Francisco scene for six years—and is now bringing their self-described punk-Irish-hoedown sensibility to a larger audience. The melodies of Steve Gardner (fiddle) and Renee de la Prade (button accordion); harmonies of Mike Kelleher (guitar); and rhythm of Scott Marshall's bodhran meld with rich vocals that are a staple of the Irish tradition.

Their main home on the web is http://www.sfhounds.com/ but you can also find them on Myspace, where you can hear more music, see a video and find out their tour dates. You hear more of their music here and buy their albums on CD Baby. You can find out more details about the Hounds on her Contributor Page on our website.

May Day Superstitions

by Lady Francesca Wilde

The young Lady Wilde

We finish off with another piece by Lady Francesca Wilde about some of the superstitions observed over time in Ireland. You can find this text on Sacred Texts and also in Library Ireland.

Sources Used

Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland, Lady Wilde, Sacred Texts

Library Ireland

Damh the Bard

OBOD

Simon the Scribe

And, of course, the Awen - inspiration and imagination!

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Contact Us: You can leave us a message by using the Speakpipe Email us at: [email protected]. Facebook fan-page http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow, Twitter (@CelticMythShow) or Snapchat (@garyandruth), Pinterest (celticmythshow) or Instagram (celticmythshow)

Help Spread the Word: Please also consider leaving us a rating, a review and subscribing in iTunes or 'Liking' our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CelticMythPodshow as it helps let people discover our show - thank you :)

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Special Thanks For our Theme Music:

The Skylark and Haghole, the brilliant Culann's Hounds. See their Contributor page for details.

Extra Special Thanks for Unrestricted Access to Wonderful Music

(in Alphabetic order)

Anne Roos Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of her masterful music to Anne Roos. You can find out more about Anne on her website or on her Contributor page.

Caera Extra Special thanks go for permission to any of her evocative harping and Gaelic singing to Caera. You can find out more about Caera on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Celia Extra Special Thanks go for permission to use any of her wonderful music to Celia Farran. You can find out more about Celia on her website or on her Contributor Page.

Damh the Bard Extra Special thanks go to Damh the Bard for his permission to use any of his music on the Show. You can find out more about Damh (Dave) on his website or on his Contributor page.

The Dolmen Extra Special thanks also go to The Dolmen, for their permission to use any of their fantastic Celtic Folk/Rock music on the Show. You can find out more about The Dolmen on their website or on our Contributor page.

Keltoria Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of their inspired music to Keltoria. You can find out more about Keltoria on their website or on their Contributor page.

Kevin Skinner Extra Special thanks go for permission to use any of his superb music to Kevin Skinner. You can find out more about Kevin on his website or on his Contributor page.

Phil Thornton Extra Special Thanks go for permisssion to use any of his astounding ambient music to the Sonic Sorcerer himself, Phil Thornton. You can find out more about Phil on his website or on his Contributor Page.

S.J. Tucker Extra Special thanks go to Sooj for her permission to use any of her superb music. You can find out more about Sooj on her website or on her Contributor page.

Spiral Dance Extra Special thanks go for permission to use Adrienne and the band to use any of their music in the show. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on their Contributor page.

We'd like to wish you 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!

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