Podcasts Arts Books Myths and Legends 215-Scandinavian Legends: Madness

215-Scandinavian Legends: Madness

Published: Feb. 17, 2021, 4:30 a.m.

The story that inspired Shakespeare's Hamlet, the tale of Amleth, the prince of Denmark. A ton of death, some cryptic non-riddles, and copious amounts of poop smearing serve as the starting point for one of the greatest works in the English language.

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The creature this week is a sad little bird from Hebrew folklore who just can't catch a break.

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"Drone Pine" by Blue Dot Sessions
\n"Boston Landing" by Blue Dot Sessions
\n"Jumbel" by Blue Dot Sessions
\n"Plum" by Podington Bear
\n"Uncertain Ground" by Podington Bear

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