We discuss how the recent Guy Ritchie movie King Arthur: Legend of the Sword fits into the history of adaptations of the Arthur legend. What kind of Arthur does it present, how does it interact with the Arthurian tradition, and what themes does it explore? And who has the biggest...er...elephants?

Episode 36: Looking for the Legend in Guy Ritchie's King Arthur

Aven &amp; Mark discuss etymology, history, literature, language, and cocktails, and the sometimes surprising connections between them all.

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Aven & Mark discuss etymology, history, literature, language, and cocktails, and the sometimes surprising connections between them all.

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