Arthurian Mythia
FaktaA podcast about King Arthur and his Knights in Popular Media
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- Interview: John Matthews, King Arthur and Sarmatians (00:18:39)
A bonus episode from our interview with John Matthews talking about his time working on the 2004 film, King Arthur and links from Arthurian myth to the Sarmatian people. Links: The Great Book of King Arthur & His Knights of the Round Table - Amazon (US) The Great Book of King Arthur & His Knights of the Round Table - Amazon (UK) Hallow Quest - John Matthews' website John Matthews - Goodreads Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Interview: The Great Book of King Arthur & His Knights of the Round Table (00:47:28)
In this episode we interview author, John Matthews and speak to him about his new book, The Great Book of King Arthur & His Knights of the Round Table, a book that compiles 32 Arthurian tales with illustrations by John Howe and foreword by Neil Gaiman. We talk to John about what got him into Arthurian myth, and find out how he put together the book. Links: The Great Book of King Arthur & His Knights of the Round Table - Amazon (US) The Great Book of King Arthur & His Knights of the Round Table - Amazon (UK) Hallow Quest - John Matthews' website John Matthews - Goodreads Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- BBC Merlin: A Remedy to Cure All Ills (00:21:07)
Insects in the brain was never going to catch-on as a medical treatment was it? A new healer in Camelot seems to think it will though and soon Gaius finds himself sidelined. Links: Merlin - A Remedy to Cure All Ills - IMDb Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- BBC Merlin: Lancelot (00:20:48)
It is Merlin May and Lancelot is coming to town! He saves Merlin, he saves Arthur, he flirts with Gwen and defeats the Griffin! What else would you expect from Lancelot? Links: Merlin - Lancelot (TV Series) - IMDb Santiago Cabrera - IMDb Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Kaamelott book 1 ep21-30 (00:33:36)
Prepare yourselves for our poor French pronunciation because we're taking our third look at this wonderful comedy series. Taxes, interpreters and overly protective bodyguards are just some of the trials and tribulations that King Arthur has to deal with. Links: Kaamelott (TV Series) - IMDb Kaamelott Livre 1 - Kaamelott via YouTube Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Top 5 Arthurian Movies & TV Shows (00:31:40)
We discuss our top 5 personal favourite Arthurian films and TV shows. Does Dame Leslie and Sir Blackwood's lists match and which glaringly obvious things have we missed out? Find out! Or look below for spoilers because we linked IMDb a whole lot in the description! Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: Merlin (TV Series 2008–2012) - IMDb The Sword in the Stone (1963) - IMDb Excalibur (1981) - IMDb The Legend of Prince Valiant (TV Series 1991–1994) - IMDb Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) - IMDb Arthur of the Britons (TV Series 1972–1973) - IMDb Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (TV Short 2002) - IMDb The Kid Who Would Be King (2019) - IMDb Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Arthur of the Britons: The Gift of Life (00:26:01)
Kai finds himself with his toughest ever challenge, babysitting a pair of Saxon children on their way back home. It's our look at the second episode of Arthur of the Britons. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: Arthur of the Britons: The Gift of Life - IMDb The Saxon Shore Forts of Britannia - Heritage Daily Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- The Green Knight (2021) (00:50:29)
It's January. It's Gawain Month! So what better than to look at last year's film, The Green Knight complete with magic mushrooms, giants and a talking fox. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: The Green Knight - IMDb The Green Knight (film) - Wikipedia The Green Knight - A24 Films The Green Knight's Ending Explained - Vanity Fair Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- The Sorcerer's Apprentice (00:24:52)
After being stuck inside an urn for six months we are back and we find out what happens when Nicolas Cage has magical powers in the 2010 film, The Sorcerer's Apprentice. A movie with as much to do with the Mickey Mouse bit in Fantasia as it does with Arthurian myth. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010) - IMDb The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010 film) - Wikipedia The Sorcerer's Apprentice - Official Trailer - Disney UK via YouTube Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Tristan & Isolde (2006) (00:37:01)
The 2006 adaptation of the tale of Isolde the Irish princess falling in love with Tristan a British noble amongst all the warfare and politics of a post-Roman Britain. When Isolde is married to Tristan's adoptive father, King Marke can they resist their love for the sake of peace? Of course not. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: Tristan & Isolde - IMDb Tristan & Isolde (film) - Wikipedia A Summary and Analysis of the Tristan and Isolde Myth - Interesting Literature Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- BBC Merlin: The Poisoned Chalice (00:23:01)
In our final episode of Merlin May, Merlin is poisoned by Nimueh, can Arthur overcome CGI monsters and his father to get the antidote back in time? Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: "Merlin" The Poisoned Chalice - IMDb The Poisoned Chalice - Merlin Wiki Mercia - Britannica Cockatrice - Wikipedia Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- BBC Merlin: The Mark of Nimueh (00:18:04)
In the second episode of Merlin May we look at the third episode of the first season, where a deadly plague is running through Camelot and Guinevere is accused of witchcraft! Gaius and Merlin must find what's causing the illness before Guin is executed. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: The Mark of Nimueh - Merlin Wiki "Merlin" The Mark of Nimueh (TV Episode 2008) - IMDb Afanc - Wikipedia Llyn Barfog - King Arthur's Knights Carreg Carn March Arthur - Land of Legends Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- BBC Merlin: Valiant (00:21:28)
We return to the BBC series, Merlin for the first of three instalments this month! In this episode a knight who may not be so valiant is trying to win a tournament using magical shield snakes. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: IMDb - "Merlin" Valiant (TV Episode 2008) Merlin Wiki - Valiant (episode) Outer Hebrides - Wikipedia Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Camelot The Legend (00:34:22)
In which Dame Leslie and Sir Blackwood embark into this very dated animated movie, where Morgan le Fey and Mordred plot to overthrow King Arthur. Not quite an animated classic but some interesting ideas nonetheless. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: IMDb - Camelot the Legend Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Merlin (1998) (00:45:23)
Can Merlin foil the plans of Queen Mab and try to get a half-decent king in charge of Britain? Today we managed to battle past 90s TV CGI dragons to take a look at the 1998 mini-series; Merlin. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: Merlin (TV Mini-Series 1998) - IMDb Merlin (miniseries) - Wikipedia Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Knights of the Round Table: Gawain (00:41:07)
The course of true love never does run smooth and for Aislyn in particular her course takes her over a waterfall. In the guise of the loathly lady, Ragnelle she saves the life King Arthur from Queen Morgause, and seeks out to embarrass her ex; Sir Gawain. So join us as we look at Knights of the Round Table Gawain by Gwen Rowley. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: Gawain (Knights of the Round Table) - Goodreads Gwen Rowley - Goodreads Gawain (Knights of the Round Table) - Amazon (US) (UK) (CA) Geraint (Knights of the Round Table) - Goodreads Lancelot (Knights of the Round Table) - Goodreads Oisc of Kent - Wikipedia Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us), Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com
- Cursed (00:41:23)
Join us in a land that may possibly be Britain (we're not entirely sure) where the Fey are being hunted by the Red Paladins who seek to exterminate them. Their last hope rests on the Wolf Blood Witch, Nimue who has been thrust into the spotlight as she wields the sword of power. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: Cursed - IMDb Cursed Official Trailer - Netflix YouTube Cursed (2020 TV series) - Wikipedia Our Links: Our novella, Ap Ector No.1: Cries in the Storm is out on Amazon Kindle. Tumblr, Twitter, Email: arthurian.mythia@gmail.com Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- The Kid Who Would Be King (00:33:27)
Come with us as we journey back through the mists of time to the land of 2019! Where a school boy called Alex pulled a sword from the stone and sets into motion a battle against Morgan le Fey! Get ready your bone, gristle and beetle blood for The Kid Who Would Be King! Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Arthurian Mythia Techno Remix by Scop Links: The Kid Who Would Be King - IMDb The Kid Who Would Be King - Wikipedia The Kid Who Would Be King Trailer - Fox Family Entertainment - YouTube Tintagel, Cornwall The Hurlers, Cornwall - Wikipedia Stanton Drew, Somerset - Wikipedia Gringolet Tumblr Our Links: Ap Ector - Good Reads Ap Ector - Amazon Kindle Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- Fate/Zero (01:01:25)
In our 50th episode we take a journey to Fuyuki City to have a look at Fate/Zero and the Arthurian elements of the story. We have Saber who is the spirit of Artoria Pendragon battling Alexander the Great, Gilgamesh and others in the Fourth Holy Grail War. Who wins the war and how much Arthurian stuff is in it? Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media End Theme Monty Python Intermission Song - Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail Links: Fate/Zero - Wikipedia Fate/Zero - My Anime List Fate/Zero - IMDb Gringolet - Wikipedia Our Links: Ap Ector - Good Reads Ap Ector - Amazon Kindle Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- Prince Valiant (1997) (00:40:29)
We journey back to Thule and this time its for the 1997 live action adaptation of Prince Valiant! Can Valiant stop the evil Morgan and Thagnar the viking from stealing Excalibur and taking over Britain? Probably yes, because he's the titular hero. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media End Theme Monty Python Intermission Song - Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail Links: Prince Valiant (1997) - IMDb Prince Valiant (1997 film) - Wikipedia Prince Valiant - Video Detective Our Links: Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- The Forbidden Sister - Interview (00:46:40)
In which Sir Blackwood and Dame Leslie are joined by author, Kieran Higgins, to talk about his second Arthurian book; The Forbidden Sister, the companion novel to The Forgotten Sister. We also find out more about his new book, The Jealous Brother. Which did he prefer writing more? How difficult was it aligning the timelines? What is his favourite colour? These are just some of the question we may have possibly asked! Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media End Theme Monty Python Intermission Song - Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail Links: The Forbidden Sister - Good Reads The Jealous Brother - Good Reads The Forbidden Sister - Amazon UK, USA The Jealous Brother - Amazon UK, USA Kieran Higgins - YouTube, Instagram, Mailing List Our Links: Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, YouTube, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- Kaamelott ep.11-20 (00:39:30)
We make another foray into Kaamelott and pick up with King Arthur attempting to run his kingdom, have lunch with his in-laws, have a pleasant night with his mistress and meet the Lady of the Lake. Also Merlin proves to be as competent as our ability to speak French. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media End Theme Monty Python Intermission Song - Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail Links: Kaamelott - YouTube Kaamelott - IMDb Kaamelott - Wikipedia Elias - Behind the Name Celliwig - Wikipedia Caradog Freichfras, King of Gwent & the Vannetais - Early British Kingdoms Kaamelott - Premier volet (2020) - IMDb Our Links: Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- Lancelot Guardian of Time (00:52:20)
In which Dame Leslie and Sir Blackwood find themselves in the 90s to take a look at this made for TV film of Time Travel. Will this be an Excellent Adventure or a Bogus Journey? Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media End Theme Monty Python Intermission Song - Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail Links: Amazon - Lancelot: Guardian of Time IMDb - Lancelot: Guardian of Time IMDb - Patricia Monville IMDb - Claudia Christian Wikipedia - Marc Singer Our Links: Tumblr, Twitter, Redbubble Store, Twitch, Discord (Where we hang out it doesn't belong to us)
- Entaku no kishi monogatari: Moero Arthur (King Arthur Anime) ep3 (00:31:47)
We journey back to the land of Wrogles where Arthur rides to meet with Leodegrance but along the way he is ambushed by Lavic's men. Can Arthur escape and who is the brave, brilliant mysterious knight who rides to his rescue-- it's Lancelot. Of course it's Lancelot. Special Thanks: Fuck Yeah Arthuriana for your brilliant efforts in providing subtitles. Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media Links: IMDb - The Tales of the Knights of the Round Table: King Arthur Wikipedia - King Arthur (TV series) My Anime List - Entaku no kishi monogatari: Moero Arthur Ignacio Rodríguez Chávez (YouTube) - 1980 Entaku no Kishi Monogatari Moero Arthur Opening
- Arthur & Merlin (00:33:08)
Combining Arthurian myth with aspects of Celtic mythology, the 2015 film, Arthur & Merlin gives a unique take and punches well above its budget. Listen to our thoughts on the movie and our attempts at saying Irish and Welsh words. (Image Credit) Music: Arthurian Mythia Theme by Invictus Media References: Arthur & Merlin - IMDb Arthur and Merlin - Wikipedia Tuatha Dé Danann - Wikipedia Annwn - Wikipedia Hafgan - Wikipedia The legendary trail of Dinas Emrys - National Parks The Dumnonni Chronciles