Iceland. It's a mythical magical place, with beautiful landscapes and Northern lights - and amazing folklore that's both magical and dark. Heidi Herman is an expert in Icelandic folklore - and we talked Yule lads, Yule cats, and the Hidden People for a while in this episode.

Bernie and Joseph talk about how classic literature, story, and an increased sense of wonder make for better writing and better story telling.

In this episode there is a variety of news and information - including some thoughts about Mythago Wood by Robert Holdstock, why every Father should have a copy of the book "Wishes of the Fish King" and "mythological signs" in New York state.

This is the first of in a series on the Folkloristic podcast in which we explore the creatures, monsters, and other strange beings in the world of North American myth, ;legend and folklore.

In which Doug talks more about his influences and his most recent projects, inspiration, and something about dark black birds on his roof.

This is the first of two episode in which author Doug McKelvey talks about why the Hardy Boys and Scooby Doo is a little bit lame and the reality of true wonder.

A review of Patrick Ness' bestselling children's/YA story "A Monster Calls" - soon to be released in theaters as a major motion picture.

Just a brief overview of all that you can expect form this new program!