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  • Our roving reporter, Amielia, tracks down Santa Claus for an exclusive pre-Christmas interview. Santa, by his own admission, is 1700 years old and spends most of his year residing at the North Pole with the lovely Mrs. Claus and their magical elves. When Santa is not on duty, he is an accomplished actor, story-teller, and compere and you can find out more at gregdraven.com.

    Amielia is 13 years old and goes to school in the Eastbourne, UK area. She is a very creative young lady and hopes to pursue a career in the Entertainment industry. She has appeared in several episodes of the Podshow. Keep an ear open for more interviews by Amielia in the future.

    Christmas 2020: To catch up with Santa in the Eastbourne, UK area do go find out details at Santa's Grotto Experience.

  • The Seals and Selkies of Celtic Folklore

    This is a huge show all about that magical seal-people of Celtic myth, the Sekies. You'll hear five fantastic pieces of music, two old stories, and one lovely modern story from the Faerytale Apothecary. It also includes some fascinating Selkie folklore from Morgan Daimler's New Dictionary of Fairies.

    Full show-notes, details, and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/sealfolk

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:39 News & Views 1:28 The Selkie - Damh the Bard 2:34 Tom Moore & the Seal Woman 8:48 The Seal Woman's Lament - Kate & Corwen 14:23 Selkies - Morgan Daimler 17:22 A New Dictionary of Fairies - Book Review 23:46 Wild and Stepping Sea - Raevyn 25:51 Selkie - The Faerytale Apothecary 30:16 The Seal-Woman's Sea-Joy - Kate & Corwen 58:16 The Mermaid Wife 1:02:46 Shore of Dreams - Paul Newman 1:08:45 The Seal-Wife - Signe Pike/Inciting a Riot 1:11:28 Listener Feedback - Dan Papworth 1:13:54

    We hope you enjoy it!

    Gary & Ruthie x x

    Released: 8th September 2020, 1hr 17m

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    For incidental music:

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

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

    Jigger, Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for more 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 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.

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  • The Saga of Branwen reaches its conclusion

    The Saga of Branwen reaches its conclusion in the company of the Head of Bran on the mystical island of Gwales. This time out of time is known as the Assembly of the Wondrous Head.

    This episode is the 12th and final episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/assembly

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:38

    News and Views 1:05

    Recap 2:47

    Story 4:22

    These Hollow Hills (Once More) - Damh the Bard 15:20

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • Sorrow upon sorrow as the seven lonely knights return to Anglesey with their dying King...

    After a great tragedy, the last surviving Seven Men go on towards Harlech in deep sorrow only to discover that the realm of Caradawg has suffered injury while they were away. They hear of the Battle of the Dancing Sword at which many nobles died.

    This episode is the 11th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/betrayal

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:32 News and Views 1:12 Recap 4:13 Story 6:30 Listener Review - Tara 21:57 Paper Rainbow - George Nicholas 23:07

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • The gift of the Great House goes horribly wrong and war breaks out between the Irish and the Welsh.

    Efnissien comes to an important decision and war breaks out amongst the celebrants in the Great House. The war between the Irish and the Welsh takes on a drastic turn as the Irish use the mystic Cauldron of Regeneration to bolster their numbers.

    This episode is the 10th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/betrayal

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:32 News and Views 1:24 Recap 3:51 Story 5:56 Promo - Beneath the Long Man's Feet 25:15 The Soul of Nature - Jenna Greene 27:40

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • BrĂąn receives a very tempting offer from the Irish King, Matholwch.

    Matholwch offers to build BrĂąn the Blessed a house large enough to house him and offers him loyalty in exchange for peace. As a Client King of BrĂąn's, BrĂąn would become the King of the Two Islands.

    This episode is the 9th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/temptations

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:35 News and Views 1:39 Recap 3:26 Story 5:34 Listener Feedback - Rodrigo 20:44 The Green Man - Jonathan Kershaw 22:29

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • BrĂąn receives some startling news and goes on a trip with his brothers to the green fields of Erin...

    King BrĂąn gets some very disturbing news about Branwen and gathers the Host of Prydein to avenge the insults done to his sister. A long and bloody war ensues but will Branwen be rescued?

    This episode is the 8th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/hosting

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:38 News and Views 1:11 Recap 1:47 Story 3:52 Promo - Fun Without Flags 25:22 Maiden, Mother, Crone - Cernunnos Rising 22:29

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • Branwen goes to reland with her husband but her new bed of roses reveals a few sharp thorns.

    Matholwch and Branwen set up home in Ireland and a son is born to them. After a while, the King hears whispers from his people and Branwen suffers a terrible fate.

    This episode is the 7th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/kitchensandkings

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:25 News and Views 1:28 Recap 2:10 Story 3:45 Promo - Greg Draven 20:50 The Children of Lir - Spiral Dance 22:29

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  • The High King Bran makes an unparalleled offer to recompense the Irish King's great injury

    Matholwch accepts the honour price that Bran offers him but Bran soon realises that the Irish King is still not truly happy. The Welsh King comes up with an honour price higher than any ever paid before to ease the heart of the Irish King.

    This episode is the 6th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/cauldron

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:34 News and Views 1:10 Recap 2:56 Story 4:27 The Spirit of Trees - Blanche Rowen & Mike Gulston 22:58

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  • A hideous and horrific act occurs and the Irish High King suffers a grave insult..

    Nissien and Efnissien arrive home from Rome and Efnissien discovers that the marriage between Branwen and the Irish King Matholwch has been arranged without his knowledge or presence. He feels he has suffered a great insult and exacts a most horrific revenge.

    This episode is the 5th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/bloodontheland

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:34 News and Views 1:10 Recap 2:56 Story 4:27 Listener Feedback - Chris 19:50 Promo - Crone's Porch Podcast 21:06 The Stones and Bones of Albion - Damh the Bard 22:58

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • Bran the Blessed and the Irish High King Matholwch sit down to discuss the terms of Branwen's arranged marriage.

    Is Matholwch going to be the right husband for Branwen? Will Bran and Matholwch agree on a policy of mutual aid should either the Kingdom of Erin or the Island of the Mighty be invaded? And if they do, will Branwen be happy and what exactly will be the Price of Peace.

    This episode is the 4th episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/peace

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:32 News and Views 1:00 Recap 2:30 Story 3:48 Listener Feedback - Michael 25:09 Promo - The Faerie Folk Podcast 27:37 Brighid - Spriggan Mist 28:55

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  • A huge Irish fleet arrives on the shores of Wales with an interesting proposal for Bran, the Welsh High King.

    Matholwch, the Irish High King, arrives on the shores of Wales with a proposition for Bran the Blessed, the High King of Wales. He suggests a marriage between the two islands: the Emerald Isle and the Island of the Mighty by arranging a marriage between Branwen and the Irish High King, Matholowch.

    This episode is the 3rd episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/dreaming

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:39 Recap 3:13 Story 4:45 Listener Feedback - Lane 26:47 Promo - Fabulous Folklore 28:22 These Hollow Hills - Damh the Bard 29:34

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • Llyr and Penarddun are married with a huge wedding feast, but their joy is short-lived.

    The great King Llyr marries Penarddun in a great feast attended by the High King, who has a special plan for him. Their marriage is full of joy but sadly interrupted by a terrible tragedy. Penarddun faces a horribe decision.

    This episode is the second episode of the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Full Show-notes, with sources and credits, can be found on our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/eaglestrikes

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:37 Promo - In Bed With A Druid 2:12 Recap 3:02 Story 4:12 Listener Feedback - Julie 35:50 Promo - Myth, Legend & Lore Podcast 37:05 Woebetide Hill - Kim Thompsett 38:20

    We hope you enjoy it!

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  • The young Pryderi is to be sent away from his parents.

    Part 1 of the Second Branch of the Mabinogion story. Dyfed's chief Druid, Pendaran has some serious news for Pwyll and Rhiannon. Their young boy Pryderi has to be sent away to be fostered in the the court of Bran the Blessed.

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:37
    Recap 3:01 Story 5:29 Listener Feedback - Renee 31:02 Promo - Inciting a Riot Podcast 32:16 Dancing in Nature - George Nicholas & Cernunnos Rising 33:48

    The full Show-notes for this show can be found at http://celticmythpodshow.com/fostering

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  • Folklore, Fairies, Cold Iron of Sussex and Puck of Pook's Hill

    This is our biggest show ever! A real MONSTER of a show with an excerpt from the fascinating book, British Witch Legends of Sussex which you can get hold of from the publisher Country Books, a great story by Rudyard Kipling all about that tricky Fey, Puck and six pieces of great Fairy-inspired music. It's all topped off by two poems - including one poem read by our 9-year old Grand-daughter, Amielia!

    Full show-notes, details and Contributor pages over at our main Website at http://celticmythpodshow.com/sussex

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:41 News & Views 2:05 Sussex Farms, Lore & Augury 3:10 Pica Pica by Kate Fletcher & Corwen Broch 6:17 Ecology and the 'Downs' of Sussex 9:09 Trip to Skye/Dance to your Daddy by Mike Gulston 14:15 British Witch Legends of Sussex, Pt.1 by Shaun Cooper 18:28 Celtic Tribes 23:37 Faerie Tale by Spiral Dance 24:35 British Witch Legends of Sussex, Pt.2 by Shaun Cooper 27:34 Scarborough Faire by Jenna Greene & Kellianna 39:57 All about the origins of Scarborough Fair 43:23 Cold Iron from 'Rewards and Fairies' by Rudyard Kipling 45:55 Shakespeare's Puck & Sussex Pharisees 1:21:39 Iron from Stone by Damh the Bard 1:26:00 Show Summary 1:33:56 Song of the Travelling Fairies by Kate Fletcher & Corwen Broch 1:39:57 Listener Feedback - Natasha 1:44:08 Fairies by Rose Fyleman 1:45:33 Outtakes 1:48:54

    We hope you enjoy it!

    Gary & Ruthie x x

    Released: 3rd April 2017, 1hr 51m

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    News & Views

    We bring you up-to-date with the progress of the website updates and let you know that the Scripting for Branwen, Daughter of LlĆ·r, is nearing completion. We also let you know that all of our shows are now hosted on the much more secure and speedier Libsyn servers, and the Shownotes pages can also be found there.

    Pica Pica

    by Kate Fletcher & Corwen Broch

    Pica Pica is a song stitched together from Magpie rhymes. Fishe or Fowle is Kate and Corwen's new duo CD. It is a double CD with 25 tracks. Available now, as a physical CD from their website or to download from Bandcamp.

    They are musicians, instrument makers and workshop leaders who perform folk music and drama, recreate Ancient music and instruments, make crafts, run workshops for schools and demonstrate at museums and other events. You can find out more about these talented folks on their website or on our Contributor Page.

    Trip to Skye/Dance to your Daddy

    by Mike Gulston

    This beautiful Medley is made up by Mike's version of Trip to Skye, that he has sped up to a Mazurka rhythm and a beautiful rendition of Dance to your Daddy. He has written his own extra verse to this traditional English folk song. Mike's new solo album, Barking, was released in May 2016, an eclectic collection of traditional and modern songs, ranging from totally silly to tragic, romantic and singalong.

    For more details about Mike, and his work with Blanche Rowen, see their website or our Contributor Page.

    British Witch Legends of Sussex

    by Shaun Cooper

    The book includes over sixty Sussex witch legends, mostly in their original texts, and they are compared with witch legends from the rest of the country - so the book is essentially a comparative study of witch legends, albeit with a very strong Sussex emphasis. Other subjects covered are: Sussex fairy and Devil legends, and dragons, Roman roads, the origins and dissemination of witch legends, and so forth.

    You can see an interactive map of this area on Google Maps or download the KML file for Google Maps/Earth.

    You can find out more about Shaun and where to get hold of his book on our Contributor Page on with his Publisher, Country Books.

    We discuss which tribes might fall into the categories of Iron Age 'A', 'B' and 'C' Celts that are referred to in the reading. Although there are some discrepancies with the dating, the history does make sense when compared with the movements of the Atrebates, Catevellauni and Cantiaci tribes at the time of the Roman Conquest of Britain (A.d. 43). Our sources are:

    http://www.historyfiles.co.uk/KingListsBritain/BritainAtrebates.htm http://www.historyfiles.co.uk/KingListsBritain/BritainCatuvellauni.htm http://www.historyfiles.co.uk/KingListsBritain/BritainCantii.htm http://www.historyfiles.co.uk/KingListsBritain/BritainRegninses.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atrebates https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cantiaci https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regnenses Faerie Tale

    by Spiral Dance

    Multi-award winning group Spiral Dance, based in Adelaide, has been playing rousing, high-energy music to enthusiastic audiences throughout Australia and beyond for over a decade. With a combination of haunting vocals, evocative fiddle, intoxicating guitar riffs and groovy accordion lines, underpinned with potent bass and dynamic percussion, the band presents an eclectic blend of traditional folk-rock with powerful self-penned songs and tunes. Enchanting melodies intertwine with mythical tales that are sure to captivate your soul, tease your mind and steal your heart, casting your spirit into the realms of magic and the mists of ancient time.

    We are privileged to bring you the evocative track, Faerie Tale from their album Magick, for our Sussex Celts Show, and you can find the lyrics on their site. You can find out more about Spiral Dance on their website or on our Contributor Page.

    Scarborough Faire

    by Jenna Greene & Kellianna

    Kellianna is an American Neo-Celtic singer and songwriter internationally renowned for her powerful performance of song and chant inspired by myth, magic, sacred places and ancient times. Jenna Greene, "The Greene Lady", is a weaver of musical myth and magic. With a voice that is both ethereal and soulful, she sings of ancient lore, finding wonder and following dreams.

    Scarborough Faire is just one of the heart-lifting traditional folk songs on the wonderful collaborative album, Traditions, by Kellianna. You can find out more about the Kellianna on her Contributor Page or more about Jenna Greene on her Contributor Page.

    We talk about the origins of the original Scarborough Fair and the significance of the Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme herbs.

    Cold Iron from 'Rewards and Fairies'

    by Rudyard Kipling

    Rudyard Kipling was an English journalist, short-story writer, poet, and novelist. Kipling's works of fiction include The Jungle Book (1894), Kim (1901), Puck of Pook's Hill (1906) and many short stories, including "The Man Who Would Be King" (1888). His poems include "Mandalay" (1890), "Gunga Din" (1890), "The Gods of the Copybook Headings" (1919), "The White Man's Burden" (1899), and "If—" (1910). He is regarded as a major innovator in the art of the short story; his children's books are classics of children's literature, and one critic described his work as exhibiting "a versatile and luminous narrative gift".

    Rewards and Fairies is a historical fantasy book by Rudyard Kipling published in 1910. The book consists of a series of short stories set in historical times with a linking contemporary narrative. Dan and Una are two children, living in the Weald of Sussex in the area of Kipling's own home Bateman's.

    Bateman's, Sussex

    They have encountered Puck and he magically conjures up real and fictional individuals from Sussex's past to tell the children some aspect of its history and prehistory, though the episodes are not always historically accurate. Another recurring character is Old Hobden who represents the continuity of the inhabitants of the land. His ancestors sometimes appear in the stories and seem very much like him.

    The full text of Rewards & Fairies can be found on Project Gutenberg. For more details about Rudyard Kipling visit the Wiki Page or Kipling Societ's website.

    Shakespeare's Puck & Sussex Pharisees

    We discuss how Shakespeare may have heard the folklore of Puck on his travels with the Elizabethan court. The local Sussex word for Fairies, Pharisees, comes from the double plural found in the dialect - 'fairies-ies' or 'pharisees'.

    "Then we have 'Puck' or 'Pook', which is derived from the Saxon word 'Puca', meaning a Goblin (Smith 1956 p.74). Both modern forms are common in placenames as will be seen later in this article, but also occurs as dialect description of fairies, but not just Goblins, which are seen as mischievous or nasty fairies (Simpson & Roud 2000 p.286). 'Dobbs' or 'Master Dobbs' is a name used for a house fairy that helps with the housework. If someone has been working harder than expected, it was often said of them that 'Master Dobbs has been helping you' (Parish & Hall 1957 p.31)." [Sussexarch.org]

    Iron from Stone

    by Damh the Bard


    This song, Iron from Stone, is inspired by the earlier song, Scarborough Faire. Damh tells us:

    "Scarborough Faire is an amazing song. Such a wonderful melody and lyric that tells of all of the impossible tasks a human woman would need to achieve to be with a man from Elfland. But I began to wonder


    "These wonderful folk songs have been left us by anonymous writers from years ago and have been sung ever since. But is there another story behind Scarborough Faire? What about that songwriter from years ago? What inspired them to write such a song? So I thought I would tell that story." Damh the Bard

    You can find his music on iTunes, 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.

    Cold Iron

    by Rudyard Kipling

    Puck, Dan & Una

    "Cold Iron" is a poem written by Rudyard Kipling published as the introduction to Rewards and Fairies in 1910. In 1983, Leslie Fish set the poem to music and recorded it as the title track on her fifth cassette-tape album.

    Song of the Travelling Fairies

    by Kate Fletcher & Corwen Broch

    Song of the Travelling Fairies is a Manx lullaby collected in 1930 by Mona Douglas from Caesar Cashin who said that after each verse there used to be a little dance imitating the movements of the particular bird named. It comes from Fishe or Fowle - Kate and Corwen's new duo CD. It is a double CD with 25 tracks. Available now, as a physical CD from their website or to download from Bandcamp.

    Listener Feedback

    from Natasha in Portsmouth

    We play some Audio feedback from Natasha in Portsmouth who recommends the lovely music of Lisa Thiel.

    There are fairies at the bottom of our garden

    by Rose Fyleman, read by Amielia

    Rose Fyleman (1877–1957) was an English writer and poet, noted for her works on the fairy folk, for children. Her poem There are fairies at the bottom of our garden was set to music by English composer Liza Lehmann. This classic, famous and iconic poem first appeared in her book, Fairies and Chimneys, in 1917. It is read here by our 9-year-old grand-daughter, Amielia who makes her reading debut on our Show!

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    Armolithae, for Endless Blue from Artanis and Journey from Beneath the Iron Star. See the Contributor Page for details.

    Kenjiakira, For all the children of the earth from Azur Requiem. See the Contributor Page for details.

    Julien Boulier, for Dogen Poignance from Erable and Remanence Prisme from the album Remanence. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    Pascal SER'JACOBS, for Realité virtuelle from the album Confusion. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    Keltoria, for The Gathering Storm from the album Lia Fail (Stone of Destiny) and Hollow Hills from Beyond the Wildwood. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    XCyril, for Max s'introduit chez Zeger et commence a fouiller from the album Alter Ego. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    Esgi, for Dawn of Mind, from the album Echoes in Time. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    Victor Stellar, for Kaleidoscope. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    VS, for Libera from Libera. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    Flavio Simone, Absence infini from Orchestrale. See his Contributor Page for more details.

    Adragante, for Harmonies from Harmonie Cosmique. See the Contributor Page for more details.

    Tolen, Free Play Music

    For incidental music:

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

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

    Jigger, Time Ticks Away. See the Contributor Page for more 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 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.

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  • Music and News about what we have been doing!

    We bring you a Special music show and some news about what we have been doing while we were away, what our plans are as well as 6 amazing pieces of music and a superb piece by Professor Roland Rotherham about St. Nectan, the Cornish saint.

    Running Order:

    Blanche Rowen & Mike Gulston 2:26
    Katie Nicholas & Cernunnos Rising 7:00
    Celia 12:08
    Roland Rotherham 18:09 Kate Flecther & Corwen Broch 35:27
    Julia Ecklar 42:29
    Damh the Bard 49:28

    We mention the Professor's other appearance on our show at http://celticmythpodshow.com/ladiesofthegrail

    We hope you enjoy it!

    Gary & Ruthie x x x

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    1. Northill May Song & Mwynen Mai

    by Blanche Rowen & Mike Gulston

    A pair of May Carols. The custom of 'going Maying' included leaving hawthorn blossoms at your beloved's door on May Day morning (assuming you hadn't been out in the woods with her all night). 'Mwynen Mai' (Gentle May) is a jolly little polka with our freshly translated English lyrics. (from The Dance Goes On liner notes)

    Buy The Dance Goes On from Bandcamp

    2. The Fairy Glen

    by Katie Nicholas & Cernunnos Rising

    Katie Nicholas, the youngest daughter of George Nicholas from Cernunnos Rising, is the lead vocalist on this beautiful new track, The Fairy Glen. Born and bred in Liverpool, Katie (20) moved to London at the age of eighteen as an integrated ad-designer (JWT London) and pursues her music as a country-pop singer/songwriter, runs Busy Bee - an online community helping independent artists create a “buzz”, plus more alongside her 9-to-5; with the aspiration to do her passion full-time. [source]

    You can find out all about Katie and her work, including her superb album, Dizzy, on her website.

    3. Song For Ireland

    by Celia

    Celia's album, Fire in the Head, is a compilation of some of the finest Irish songs. She adds her unique style to the presentation of classic Irish music, and you can hear her track Song for Ireland in this show.

    You can get hold of Fire in the Head from Bandcamp or CD Baby.

    4. Sacred Falls: Saint Nectan & the Legacy of the Dragon

    by Professor Roland Rotherham

    St. Nectan's history, the legends of his almost endless family and the sacred site of Nectan’s Glen, holding as it does the beautiful ‘Falls’, are explained in this narrative together with a possible link between Saint Nectan’s family and the warlord who may be attributed to the later legends of King Arthur. The book also deals with the history and legends of many of Cornwall’s other sacred wells and springs.

    You can buy Sacred Falls from the St. Nectan's Waterfall Online Shop.

    5. The Laily Worm & the Machrel of the Sea

    by Kate Fletcher & Corwen Broch

    Kate & Corwen met in the 10th century playing at a medieval banquet. Their compatible collection of ancient reed instruments inspired love at first parp.The fact that they also had similar collections of Finnish pop cemented the relationship. Since meeting they have walked pilgrimages to Spain, across Norway, rebuilt Kate's narrowboat and played lots of music. They are currently recording their first duo CD, Fishe or Fowle.

    You can find out more about Kate & Corwen on their website or on their Contributor Page.

    6. Native Son

    by Julia Ecklar

    Native Son is a song about a sheep-dog. Stepping out into a pasture of sheep is like pushing the membrane between two worlds. The dog starts to shiver violently at the first whiff of musty wool. The shadows, the wind, the turn of your head and the force of the dog's silent gaze is part of a cacophony of pressures that push or bounce against each other. You can sense where to push against these masses of energies to make the sheep and your dog move ina direction you choose. The ability to feel and see these energies is stitched into your dog's DNA. You don't teach him how to use this knowledge - he teaches you. It's why he was made, and all he wants to do. (From the CD liner notes]

    Buy Horsetamer from Prometheus

    8. Forgotten, Never Be

    by Damh the Bard

    Forgotten, Never Be is a song about the traditions and customs that we cherish in our cultures. It is a masterful piece from Damh's most recent album, Sabbat. This new collection of songs harks back to Spirit of Albion and The Cauldron Born. The anthems have a folk-rock feel, and the ballads have even more depth and meaning. The inclusion of the classic folk song Scarborough Faire and a cover of Lady in Black by Uriah Heep makes this an album that will surely please old and new fans of Damh’s music alike.

    You can get hold of Sabbat from CD Baby.


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

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    (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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  • What really happened to Pwyll & Rhiannon's child?

    Part 13 and the final episode of the First Branch of the Mabinogion story. Pwyll's long-time friend, Teyrnon has beaten off the Monster from the Deeps and has discovered a beautiful baby boy wrapped in silks left in its wake. He and his wife decide to rear the child, but what of the misery of Rhiannon? In this episode, Teyrnon makes a decision and we finally discover what really happened to Pwyll and Rhiannon's child.

    This episode is also the 13th and final episode of the First Branch of the Mabinogi.

    Running Order:

    Intro 0:37
    Recap 4:17 Story 5:05 Listener Feedback - Marco 25:38 Promo - CUUPS Podcast 27:45 Blanche Rowen & Mike Gulston 29:21 Hoodie Competition Results 33:17

    All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/firstbranch13

    We hope you enjoy it!

    Gary & Ruthie x x x

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

    News & Views

    Overview of the Celtic Myth Podshow

    Gary and Ruth - your Hosts!

    We welcome all of our new listeners and guide them through how to find their way around the show. So far, we have completed the Irish Mythological Cycle (which starts at Episode 1 Gods in the Mist) and have started the Welsh Mabinogion with Episode 30 Restless Dreams. This episode completes the first story, or Branch, in the Mabinogi - Pwyll, Prince of Annwn.

    We also mention that Special Shows (those starting with the prefix SP (SP01, SP02 etc.) will be found which contain modern stories, music, factual pieces and interviews about Celtic History, Music and Culture.

    You can also find a Help Page that will help you with everything to do with Podcasts, subscribing and how to listen to each new show.

    Names Used in this Story

    Listed in order of appearance

    Teyrnon Gwri of the Golden Hair Pwyll Rhiannon Dyfed Arberth Gwent Ceffyl-Aur Annwn Calan Mai Beltane Pryderi ("Worry") Pendaran Gwri Gwallt Euryn Teyrnon Twerf Lliant Pwyll Pen Annwn Summerlands Ystrad Tywi Ceredigion Seisyllwch Bryn Caerau Casnar Wledig Gwyn Gophoyw Gloyw Walltlydan Post-Roman Wales

    This map shows the locations of the cantrefs of Ystrad Tewi and Ceredigion that Pryderi added to the realm of Dyfed. Those seven cantrefs were known as the Seisyllwch.

    Promo - The CUUPS Podcast

    Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans

    The CUUPS Podcast

    The Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans (CUUPS) is an organization dedicated to networking Pagan-identified Unitarian Universalists (UUs), educating people about Paganism, promoting interfaith dialogue, developing Pagan liturgies and theologies, and supporting Pagan-identified UU religious professionals.

    Starting in January 2010 CUUPS began producing monthly Podcasts. These are approximately 45 minute long audio programs which bring together recorded material from a variety of sources. You can find the show in iTunes or listen/download the Podcast directly from the Libsyn website.

    Music Welcome in Another Year

    by Blanche Rowen & Mike Gulston

    The Dance Goes On

    This show was released at Samhain in 2015 so this song by the very talented Blanche Rowen and Mike Gulston is especially appropriate. Their album, The Dance Goes On, is an amazing treat with songs for each of the seasons of the year making it a joyous exploration of the Turning of the Wheel! You can find out more about Blanche & Mike on their website or on our Contributor Page.

    Competition Results

    In our last episode we set a competition by asking you if you could find out the name of Charlie Allan's dog.

    Odin

    Charlie is from Saor Patrol and the Duncarron medieval Village and his dog, Odin, can be frequently seen at events watching the Burgers cook!

    The answer to the competition is: the dog's name is Odin and our lucky winner is Helen from the UK. It's on it's way to you, Helen - congratulations!

    Listener Feedback

    Marco

    We play some lovely feedback from Marco from New Mexico. Marco asks about the old drinking habits and the hospitality of the ancient Celts. Ruthie did some research and came across two ancient recipes for beer that might interest him. You can find them at http://byo.com/hops/item/1537-two-ancient-brews ... just scroll to the bottom of the page. Please do let us know how they come out if any of you decide to try them! :)

    Thank you so much Marco!

    Sources used in this Episode

    http://www.maryjones.us/jce/eufyd.html, Hyfaidd Hen as one of the Children of Don.

    Mabinogi Study: Enlivening Y Mabinogi, Welsh Pronounciation for the Mabinogi

    Places Mentioned in the First Branch, Fascinating website.

    Bullfinch's Mythology, The Celts, section 8.

    The Mabinogion, pp ix-xxxvi, 3-21, 227-232, Sioned Davies, Oxford, 2007, ISBN 978-0-19-283242

    The Mabinogion, pp 9-41, 45-65, Jeffrey Gantz, Penguin, 1976, ISBN 0-14-044322-3

    The Mabinogion, pp ix-xliv, 3-24, 275-278, Gwyn Jones & Thomas Jones, Dent & Dutton, 1977, ISBN 0-460-01097-2. Can also be found online at www.donaldcorrell.com

    Pwyll Pendeuc Dyfed, Lady Charlotte Guest, Mary Jones

    Pwyll, Prince of Dyfed, Lady Charlotte Guest, 1877, Sacred Texts

    Notes to Pwyll, Prince of Dyfed, Lady Charlotte Guest, 1877, Sacred Texts

    The Mabinogion, Lady Charlotte Guest, 1849, Project Gutenberg

    The Mabinogi of Pwyll, W. M. Parker, mabiongi.net. Notes at mabinogion.info

    'The Lord of Dyfed', from Legends of the Celts, p.134ff, Frank Delaney, HarperCollins, 1991, ISBN 0-586-21151-9

    Tales from the Mabinogion, Gwyn Thomas & Kevin Crossley-Holland, Gollancz, 1984, ISBN 0-575-03531-5

    Celtic Myths & Legends, p.147ff, Michael Foss, Selectabook Ltd., 1998, ISBN 0-75252-402-X

    Prince of Annwn, Evangeline Walton, Del Rey, 1974, ISBN 0-345-27060-6

    Encyclopaedia of Celtic Wisdom, p.117, 156, Caitlin & John Matthews, Element, 1994, ISBN 1-85230-560-6

    The Celts, p.211, Frank Delaney, Grafton, 1989, ISBN 0-586-20349-4

    Women in Celtic Myth, Moyra Caldecott, Arrow, ISBN 0-09-955920-X

    Celtic Heritage, p.41 ff, Alwyn & Brinley Rees, Thames & Hudson, 1978, ISBN 978-0500110089

    Pagan Celtic Britain, p.288, Anne Ross, Constable, 1967, ISBN 0-09-472330-3

    'Myth in the Mabiogion', from A Celtic Reader, p.151, John Matthews, Aquarian, ISBN 0-85030-935-2

    Celtic Myths and Legends, p.356 ff, T. W. Rolleston, 1995, ISBN 978-1859580066

    Celtic Folklore: Welsh & Manx Vol.2, pp 499ff, John Rhys, Wildwood House, 1980, ISBN 0-7045-0406-5

    The White Goddess, p.215ff, Robert Graves, Faber, 1952

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

    Additional Thanks

    We also give thanks to Raincloud, battery Discharger, Jenga Lill and Ariel from the Druidic Craft of the Wise podcast for their superb reviews on iTunes!

    Special Thanks

    For Incidental Music

    Kevin MacLeod, for String Impromptu Number 1, Not As It Seems, Water Prelude, & Minstrel Guild. See his website or our Contributor Page for more details.

    Bach Cello Suite 1, Beautiful, & Dark Days from Free Stock Music.

    Jason Shaw for A Moment's Reflection, & Renaissance. See his website or our Contributor Page for more details

    Adragante for Resonance 3 from Resonance. See his website or our Contributor Page for more details.

    Doc for Dancers in Mist from An Island of Joy. See his website or our Contributor Page for more details.

    Kubi for Siempre Contigo and Mystery Dungeon. See his website or our Contributor Page for more details.

    Therese Schroeder-Sheker for her track Longing from Rosa Mystica. See her website or our Contributor Page for more details.

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

    Kim Robertson The Hangman's Noose. See her Contributor page for details.

    Jigger Time Ticks Away. See her 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 'Hwyl fawr!', which is Welsh for Goodbye and have fun, or more literally Wishing a Good Mood on you!


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  • We go to the Pub with the fantastic Australian band - Spiral Dance!

    This is the first of an irregular series of informal interviews that we'll be holding as the opportunities arise, and our first is a superb, epic Show with the fabulous Australian band, Spiral Dance. In this show, we all meet up at the pub and talk about where they have come from, how their Spirituality comes out in their music and what their plans are for the future. With five fantastic pieces of Spiral Dance magic, this is a great chat and includes a surprise appearance by some extra special guests!

    Spiral Dance's Contributor Page

    Running Order:

    The Holly Lord ('Woman of the Earth') 2:41
    The Gathering ('Over the Nine Waves') 26:26 Cerri Lee join us 51:43
    Damh the Bard joins us 1:01:43 Fae Dance ('Through a Sylvan Doorway') 1:01:51 Through a Sylvan Doorway ('Through a Sylvan Doorway') 1:17:53 Wicker Man (single) 1:33:25 Promo - Christy Jackson Nicholas (travel books) 1:42:02

    All the credits for this episode can be found in our show-notes at http://celticmythpodshow.com/firstbranch13

    We hope you enjoy it!

    Gary & Ruthie x x x

    Released 22 Jul 2015, 1h 43m,97Mb

    It's always great to hear from you! [email protected], Speakpipe

    The Giant's Rest

    Wilmington, East Sussex

    The Giant's Rest Pub

    We meet the guys at the fabulous 'Giant's Rest' pub in Wilmington, East Sussex on their 2014 UK tour. The pub has awards for being the most Druid-Friendly pub in Sussex!

    The Holly Lord

    from Woman of the Earth

    Woman of the Earth

    One of Spiral Dance's earliest albums, 'Woman of the Earth' is where Celtic folk rock meets pagan inspired tales of magick, myth and legend. It contains not only Holly Lord, but the Goddess and the Weaver, Into the Green, Hour of the Wytch, the title track - Woman of the Earth - and others. It is now sadly out of print but can be found as a digital download at CD Baby or Soundclick. One of our favourite albums.

    Spiral Dance Band Members The Band

    The band was formed in 1992 as a project to explore some of the more mystical elements in life and has drawn its energy from the song-writing and vocal skills of Adrienne Piggott. Adrienne’s haunting lyrics are supported by Nick’s driving guitar work and Paul’s innovative accordion lines.

    Adrienne Piggott

    Adrienne hails from an immigrant family and grew up surrounded by stories and songs from Ireland and the British Isles that were part of every day life, ensuring her love of the music, legends and traditions from these cultures.

    She began singing in pub sessions in her late teens and early twenties, then went on to sing in a cappella groups and folk bands. Her interest in the occult and magic led to the creation of the band Spiral Dance - her ‘dream child’- a passionate union of her voice and song writing gifts.

    Adrienne has won awards for her vocal talents and wordsmith skills and has written most of the songs that appear on the Spiral Dance albums. [source]

    Nick Carter

    Nick had always wanted to play guitar for as long as he can remember and says he would still love to know how to play. He started playing in his early 20s for fun and had a passion for rock and blues, Eric Clapton being the main influence. The blues was followed with lead guitar and a very short stint of heavy metal. He auditioned for Spiral Dance in late-1996, an ordeal that consisted of playing all the songs from the bands first album (Woman of the Earth) and then a live gig two days later!

    And the best thing about being in the band? "The biggest thrill when playing live is watching the audience singing the words back to us, whether it is a gig in Australia or overseas!" [source]

    Paul Gooding

    Paul is one of the leading exponents of the button accordion in Australia, his skilled honed in the folk clubs and festivals of his native England. He moved to Australia in 1998 and joined Spiral Dance in 2000, bringing with him his love of English folk ballads and passion for European dance tunes.

    In 2009, he was very proud to win "Most Outstanding Instrumentalist" at the South Australian Folk Awards. [source]

    The Gathering

    from 'Over the Nine Waves'

    Over the Nine Waves

    Over the Nine Waves was originally a song cycle featuring narration and songs. The narrative tracks and album artwork are available free at www.spiraldance.com.au. Based securely in Irish Myth, this album contains 10 superb tracks by Spiral Dance as well as some enchanting narration by Vince Brophy.

    Tales told with song and narration of the legendary characters from the Irish Mythological and Ulster Cycles, which are the oldest surviving prose in western literature, memorised as they happened and handed down from generation to generation by bards before the introduction of literacy. You can still get this album from Soundclick with the narrative tracks as a free download directly from Spiral Dance.

    Willyaroo, South Australia

    Adrienne mentions the town of Willyaroo which is near Adelaide in South Australia. We had to look this one up to get the right spelling for you! She also mentions the terrible injustices that the White Man inflicted upon the aboriginal tribes,in particular, the Peramangk.

    Damh the Bard and Cerri Lee

    & 'Oscar' the Dog

    Damh and Cerri

    We are joined for a surprise appearance by Damh the Bard, Cerri Lee and Oscar the Dog!

    'Oscar' Fae Dance & Through a Sylvan Doorway

    from 'Through a Sylvan Doorway'

    Through a Sylvan Doorway

    Two tracks from the seminal work in the Spiral Dance discography. A fine collection of songs & tunes, pagan rhythms and folk ditties, all set in the latest and brightest, unique Spiral Dance double album.

    Wickerman & the English Ale Festival Wickerman

    The Wicker Man burning at the English-Ale festival in Mylor, South Australia this year, 2015. The English Ale ('Ale' meaning singing, dancing and making merry) is a seasonal gathering to celebrate the historic customs of England. Free events include masked torchlit giants procession, bonfire, Morris dancing, Punch and Judy, traditional music, Beating The Bounds and more

    The Burning Wickerman at Mylor

    As the English Ale Festival website says: The first of our winter rains has come; in the Adelaide Hills the creeks and streams trickle and begin to run, the European trees have lost their leaves and the beautiful eucalypts shimmer in the early winter sunshine. The seasons are changing.

    Promo - Christy Jackson Nicholas Books by Christy Jackson Nicholas

    Ireland: Mythical, Magical & Mystical - Do you find yourself drawn to the magic of the Emerald Isle? Would you like to see places beyond the typical tourist traps? Come, join me on a journey through the mists of legend, into the hidden places of mystery. Immerse yourself in the legends and myths, the history that has made this island precious in the hearts and minds of millions.

    Scotland: Stunning, Strange & Secret - Immerse yourself in the legends and myths, the history that has made this island precious in the hearts and minds of millions. Along with the tales and history, there is practical information on planning your trip, budgeting your costs, and finding the best places to while away the magical hours of your holiday.

    Christy Jackson Nicholas can be found on Facebook, on her website or her blog. Ireland: Mythical, Magical & Mystical can be obtained from Tigearr Publishing here, and Scotland: Stunning, Strange & Secret can be obtained here.

    To Finish Off! Meal at ‘The Happy Dragon’

    Another occasion saw us all at the Happy Dragon - our favourite Chinese restaurant. You'll see Ruthie and Gary, Spiral Dance (Adrienne, Nick & Paul), Damh the Bard, Cerri Lee and Josh. A grand time and super nosh to boot!

    Thanks again to Adrienne, Nick and Paul of Spiral Dance, Damh the Bard, Cerri Lee, Josh and 'Oscar' for taking part in our 'Pint and a Chat'!

    We hope you enjoyed the show and we look forward to more of these wonderful 'chats' in the future! We'd like to wish you many, many blessings!

    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.


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