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The Priest

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A priest of Nelena, the goddess of death and fate, named Rolen finds a girl destined to be the next guardian of the realm. He must travel to the Temple of the Ancients to deliver her before the man who killed the previous guardian catches up to them.
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Willing & Fable

Rowan Hall and Tracey Harrison

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Looking for a new, inclusive take on history and mythology? Look no further than 'Willing and Fable,' a woman-run, feminist, and LGBTQ+ podcast hosted by Rowan Hall and Tracey Harrison. Each week, Rowan and Tracey bring to light the often overlooked and underrepresented stories of men, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, challenging traditional and biased accounts of the past. From ancient civilizations to modern times, 'Willing and Fable' offers engaging discussions, in depth research, and origi ...
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Tales of the Voidfarer

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Nominated for Best Podcast at the 2021 ENNIE Awards! Follow the spacefaring adventures of Rav'nys, Luckbeak, and Marco as they find themselves new recruits of the crew of the Voidfarer, an independent spelljammer ship exploring a new crystal sphere called Kraatspace. Can they uncover the secrets of the lost Kraatorian empire or will they fall victim to the same mysterious calamity that befell the ancient voidfaring civilization thousands of years ago? An original D&D Fifth Edition campaign i ...
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Chapter 7 - Episode 8: Rav'nys and Flapwing arrive at the Guildmaster's gala. Marco infiltrates the Salvager's Guild with Hana and Scuttlebutt. Cast & Crew: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master/Executive Producer Fiona - Rav'nys/Producer Saker - Flapwing Rockhopper Tanner Bivens - Marco Astorio Tom Goldthwait - Original Music/Producer/Creative Consul…
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Chapter 7 - Episode 7: Rav'nys and Flapwing receive a mysterious message from Marco while preparing for the Guildmaster's gala. WE'RE BACK! Thank you for your patience and understanding during our hiatus. We're glad to be back! Cast & Crew: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master/Executive Producer Fiona - Rav'nys Saker - Flapwing Rockhopper Tanner Bive…
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For the 125th episode, Rowan and Tracey go all the way back to the beginning and ask: what is mythology? They discuss the history and science behind storytelling, the chemical effects of religion on the brain, and whether or not trees have their own versions of folklore. Tracey tells us an original love story about the sun and the moon, and Rowan’s…
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This week, Rowan presents the mythologies of goblins from around the world—knockers, red caps, duendes, and dokkaebi (to name a few). We also learn about the ways goblins have been used as harmful antisemitic tropes and discuss other symbols from religion and folklore that have been used to influence public perception. Note: In this episode, we dis…
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Our hosts explore a variety of folklore from the Appalachian Mountains. Tracey dives into the folklore of the Bell Witch, the Brown Mountain Lights, and the Flat Woods Monster. Rowan tells a story about the Cryptid Community Convention and discusses some of the reasons why non-indigenous people aren’t welcome to say the name of the W. Sources Wikip…
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Continuing their conversation examining stories about the threads of fate, Rowan and Tracey discuss the Three Fates of Ancient Greek Mythology: Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos. Tracey tells a story from the perspective of god experiencing manic love, the pair learn about marriage practices in Ancient Greece and China, and they explore reasons why sto…
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The Red String of Fate is famous online, but where does this myth come from? Join us as we learn more about Chinese mythology, Yue Lao (the god of love and marriage), and Tu’er Shen (the patron of homosexual love between men as far back as the 17th century). Rowan presents a gut-wrenching story about a lifetime of love, and Tracey brings the histor…
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Continuing their discussion on the Bermuda Triangle, Tracey presents theories about time travel, parallel universes, the lost city of Atlantis, methane gas, and UFOs. Rowan tells her story from the perspective of a god, exploring heaven, hell, and chronic illness. The pair also geek out about one of their favorite poets: the man, the myth, the lege…
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This week, the discussion gets pointed (that's a triangle joke) when Tracey and Rowan explore the mythology of the Bermuda Triangle. Stories include the misadventures of Christopher Columbus, wandering ghost ships, ocean farts caused by methane gas, an FBI investigation, and the mysterious disappearance of Flight 19. The pair also reads the last tr…
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In this week’s episode, Rowan explores the lore of lycanthropes–those unfortunate souls who transform into wolves under the full moon. We explore numerous versions of werewolf mythology, the way these stories were used against innocents throughout history, how modern medicine has affected the discussion, and ways someone might gain this transformat…
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This week Spenser Starke joins us to discuss “Acts of God” from around the world. We talk about the Lake Nyos Disaster, the Carrington Event, and the Tunguska Incident. Instead of a story, Spenser brings in an original TTRPG that gets everyone involved in crafting an archeological adventure. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_of_Go…
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This week Spenser Starke joins us for the second in a three-part series on Pompeii, Herculaneum, and other acts of God. We talk about the history of the sexy history of Pompeii, the Herculaneum Papyri, and scandalous ancient graffiti. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_of_God https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herculaneum https://en.wik…
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This week Spenser Starke joins us for the first in a three-part series on Pompeii, Herculaneum, and other acts of God. We talk about the history of the Pompeii, the science of volcanoes, and the art of archeology Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_of_God https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herculaneum https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercul…
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Rolen confronts his Goddess in the middle of the woods and learns the truth of the strings of fate. Meanwhile, Ava finds Gerold and attempts to rescue Nora. Cast: Rolen - Taher Chy Nora - Jasmine Yates Ava - Madison Mitts Hedin - Caleb Baker Gerold - Jason Cryer Nelena - Georgia McKenzie Kotal - Juwan Royal Red Blade - Emily Foulger Jet - Brooks Be…
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The second half of our two part series on Beauty and the Beast with Kailey Bray! We talk about the authors of Beauty and the Beast, the impacts of its creation on story, and the idea of the woman as a muse. Also, Kailey tells a us her own tale. Sources From the Beast to the Blonde: On Fairy Tales and Their Tellers by Marina Warner Beauty and the Be…
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Rolen and Nora set off to the Temple of the Ancients. They encounter adversaries along the way, and Nora discovers the mystery behind the Lady Reaper. Cast: Rolen - Taher Chy Nora - Jasmine Yates Ava - Madison Mitts Hedin - Caleb Baker Gerold - Jason Cryer Nelena - Georgia McKenzie Kotal - Juwan Royal Red Blade - Emily Foulger Jet - Brooks Bedore A…
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Kailey Bray joins us once again, this time she brings to light the tale of Beauty and the Beast. We discuss feminism, fairytales, storytelling, and Shrek Sources From the Beast to the Blonde: On Fairy Tales and Their Tellers by Marina Warner Beauty and the Beast, Old and New by Terry Windling La Belle et La Bête by Gabrielle-Suzanne de Villeneuve L…
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Nora finds herself caught by the guards of the city as she is stealing to get by. Rolen finds her inside the prison as the strings of fate tie their futures together. Cast: Rolen - Taher Chy Nora - Jasmine Yates Stefan - Oliver Smith Hedin - Caleb Baker Nicolai - Landon Soelberg Nelena - Georgia McKenzie Kotal - Juwan Royal Additional Voices: Vanes…
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This week Tracey dives into the history and mythology behind one of Hell's top demons. The demon Prince of Lust, himself: Asmodeus Join us as we explore the enigmatic world of Asmodeus, Hell's misunderstood bad boy. Discover the depths of his character, debunk the misconceptions, and uncover his potential as a surprising love interest. From mytholo…
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Casie comes back to the show to share the fascinating story behind the Sacred Band of Thebes. She goes into the queer history behind the most powerful group of gay soldiers in Ancient Greece Sources Britannica https://www.britannica.com/topic/Boeotian-League History of War http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/peace_antalcidas.html The Ancients podc…
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This week Tracey shares the tale of Aka Manto, a Japanese Urban legend about a toilet ghost. Be careful when walking into public bathrooms… Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aka_Manto https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_urban_legends Generasian https://generasian.blog/2020/12/22/deconstructing-japanese-urban-legend-and-its-cultural…
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This week, Tracey answers the age-old question: Why were the Victorians so spooky? The answer includes Rowan’s favorite fact to tell at parties, a bit about women writers, and a scandalizing detail about…naked ghosts? Sources Cambridge https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/cambridge-history-of-the-gothic/genesis-of-the-victorian-ghost-story/BF01…
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FEED DROP: Fables Around the TableCONTINUUM // EP01 // Dead on Arrival The Crew of SMS108 wake up to find themselves two weeks and millions of miles off course of their assigned hauling job. Mothership RPG is written by Sean McCoy and published by Tuesday Knight Games. CAST/CREW: Nick Uroseva as Warden/Host, Kaitlyn Camp as Delphine Gallagher, Rodg…
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The Wardens TwelveAn Original Tales of the Voidfarer Shanty Written by Nick Uroseva, Tom Goldthwait, and Garrett Kimmel.Preformed by Nick Uroseva with Tom Goldthwait, Mark Uroseva, Garrett Kimmel, & Fiona Kelly.Recorded and mixed by Mark Uroseva. Patreon | Merch | Discord | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Copyright Derailed Media LLC, 2023…
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Chapter 7 - Episode 6: Marco and Hana are whisked away to somewhere else where they meet some strange individuals and learn some shocking revelations. Tanner's Doctoral Research GoFundMe. Help our good buddy travel for his doctoral research so he can get his PhD! Cast & Crew: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master/Executive Producer Garrett Kimmel - Ca…
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This week’s show is all about sadness and sweetness. In her mini myth, Rowan describes the tradition of “telling the bees.” We dive into the grief, bee friendly gardening, and the joy of little outfits. Sources The Bee Conservancy https://thebeeconservancy.org/10-ways-to-save-the-bees/ Planet Bee Foundation https://www.planetbee.org/how-to-help-bee…
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Mythology, Technology & The Fall of Man This week is our first Mini Myth! Tracey brings us the tale of Adapa and the Food of Life. Rowan and Tracey have conversations about technology, AI (we’re looking at you Chat GPT), zoochosis, and ancient mythology. Sources World history https://www.worldhistory.org/article/216/the-myth-of-adapa/ Wikipedia htt…
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In Episode 106, Rowan tells us the history of Hans Christian Andersen and the many people he longed for the course of his life. Our hosts discuss his fairy tales, anxiety, queer identity…and that time he pissed off Charles Dickens. Was he bisexual? Was he ace? Did he compare himself to a snowman in love with a stove? (The world may never know.) Sou…
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This week Tracey talks about the (in)famous John Radclyffe Hall, a woman who defied gender norms and wrote a famously banned book: The Well of Loneliness. We also discuss the state of LGBTQ+ youth in America today and what can be done to protect the queer community Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radclyffe_Hall https://en.wikipedia.…
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For our final Storytime episode in this series we are discussing four of our favorite LGBTQ+ stories that we've written over the last three seasons. This week we talk about out and proud lesbian icon: Anne Lister, the bible’s kinkiest love story: Samson and Delilah, a goddess with gender fluid priests: Inanna, and the definitely-not-just-roommates …
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Chapter 7 - Episode 5: Marco and Flapwing are confronted by a dangerous foe. Rav'nys recruits Ezerath for a task, and Marco takes Hana to visit the Seekers. Tanner's Doctoral Research GoFundMe. Help our good buddy travel for his doctoral research so he can get his PhD! Cast & Crew: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master/Executive Producer Fiona L.F. Ke…
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In this episode, Tracey is taking us on a tour of her past stories about amazing women from history. This week’s episode includes the stories of groundbreaking baroque painter: Artemesia Gentileschi, iconic Black woman in Georgian society: Dido Elizabeth Belle, “The Terror of the South China Seas” pirate Ching Shih, and CIA’s Moscow Rules made famo…
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For our second Storytime episode, Rowan compiled a collection of her stories all centered around the topic of the artistic muse in history and mythology. This week’s episode includes W.B. Yates’ Leanan Sidhe, the Green Fairy of absinthe, the tragic death of the Unknown Woman of the Seine, and the tale of a science fiction unicorn. For the full hist…
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Chapter 7 - Episode 4: Rav'nys is determined to slay a foe, but things may not be as they seem. Tanner's Doctoral Research GoFundMe. Help our good buddy travel for his doctoral research so he can get his PhD! Cast & Crew: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master/Executive Producer Fiona L.F. Kelly - Rav'nys Tanner Bivens - Marco Astorio Saker - Flapwing …
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To start off Season 4, we’re introducing Storytime Episodes! Join Rowan and Tracey for a look back on the last three years of mythology. This week’s episode includes the tales of Pennsylvania’s State cryptid the Squonk, a gargoyle from the Notre Dame, a nurturing kraken mother, and our favorite ‘bro from West Virginia: Mothman. For the full history…
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Chapter 7 - Episode 3: Marco, Flapwing, & Rav'nys split up to tackle their respective To-Do Lists while on shore leave on N'Dir. Anchorage...but not without some surprises. Tanner's Doctoral Research GoFundMe. Help our good buddy travel for his doctoral research so he can get his PhD! Cast & Crew: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master/Executive Produc…
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Chapter 7 - Episode 2: Flapwing reunites with his family, and his ongoing case of mistaken identity might come a major perk that could help Marco, Rav'nys, and the crew of the Voidfarer in a future endeavour. Tanner's Doctoral Research GoFundMe. Help our good buddy travel for his doctoral research so he can get his PhD! Cast: Nick Uroseva - Host/Du…
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Chapter 7 - Episode 1: The Voidfarer returns to port on N'DIr Anchorage and Flapwing, Marco, and Rav'nys disembark for shore leave but are quickly met with a shocking surprise. Tanner's Doctoral Research GoFundMe. Help our good buddy travel for his doctoral research so he can get his PhD! Cast: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master Fiona L.F. Kelly - …
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For our 100th episode we decided it was time to address the Zeus in the room. We bring you two tales about Zeus and his exploits as an animal with women in the Greek pantheon. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Europa_(consort_of_Zeus) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leda_and_the_Swan The Collector http…
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For the second to last episode of this season, we’re hosting a double episode. Join us to discuss The Great Molasses Flood of Boston & The History of Moonshine in the Appalachias. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moonshine https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Molasses_Flood https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eighteenth_Amendment_to_the_Uni…
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Interlude: Squedigo - We pick mere moments after Squeddy the tortle teleported away from Lyceum Acanus with his new crew. He encounters the N'Dir Anchorage Seekers and learn his previous arrangement may not have been what it seemed. Cast: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master Cliff B - Squedigo Tom Goldthwait - Original Music/Creative Consultant Follo…
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Join us this week to explore the myths (and mythos) that surround the famed French spirit: absinthe. We’re diving deep into the culture of art and alcoholism following the French Revolution. The artists of the Belle Epoch may have been sad bois on a lot of drugs, but we promise there will be at least one Green Fairy. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wi…
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This week Rowan and Tracey come together to bring you the real history of the "freak show" performances of of the late 19th century. We talk about William Henry Johnson aka "Zip the Pinhead", Ella Harper aka "The Camel Girl", Chang and Eng Bunker aka "The Siamese Twins", and Annie Jones the "Bearded Lady". Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org…
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Reminder! We are taking a break, but fret not! We will be back with the next chapter of our adventure on January 3rd. We will be dropping a few Interludes a little closer to December with glimpses into the lives of other characters around Kraatspace. Keep an eye out for announcements on when those will be closer to then. In the mean time, we encour…
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This week Tracey and Rowan combined forces to bring you a Halloween-themed variety episode. Join our hosts to learn about the ghosts that occupy the great castles of the world (and stick around to learn how to DIY your own haunting!) The team explores the histories and ghost stories of Leap Castle, Castle Eltz, Predjama Castle, Himeji Castle, and C…
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Uncharted 6 - The Cast discusses Chapter 6 and answers YOUR questions! Cast: Nick Uroseva - Host/Dungeon Master Tanner Bivens - Marco Astorio Fiona L.F. Kelly - Rav'nys Saker - Flapwing/Luckbeak Tom Goldthwait - Original Music/Creative Consultant Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! And leave us a review on iTunes if you want to be extra …
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