Myths, Games & Meaning
Dr Danielle Shalet
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What do Greek gods, video games, and popular culture have in common? More than you’d think.
I’m Dr Dani Shalet, and in Myths, Games & Meaning, I sit down with scholars, performers, storytellers, and creatives to explore how ancient myth is continually reimagined in modern culture. We look at how stories move from antiquity into video games, films, books, and the imaginative worlds we build through play.
From Medusa to Middle‑earth, from the Hero’s Journey to Tomb Raider and Baldur’s Gate, we dig into the myths that influence contemporary culture — and the ways we express our hopes, fears, and identities through storytelling, creativity, and games.
If you’re drawn to mythology, folklore, narrative design, or the stories that run through popular culture, you’ll feel right at home here.
New episodes are released monthly.
More at: https://www.mythsgamesmeaning.com
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S1E8 Karlach: The Making of a Modern Mythic Hero (with Samantha Béart)
In this episode, I’m joined by Samantha Béart for a lively conversation on performance, storytelling, and the myth of Karlach. This one is particularly special to me, as Sam was one of my very first…
A Little Reflection and a Big Thank You
This episode is a heartfelt thank you to everyone who’s been listening, supporting, and sharing this podcast. I’m endlessly grateful for every guest who has offered their time and stories, and for…
S1E6 Frescoes and Minotaurs Into the Labyrinth: Greek Myth from Assassin’s Creed Odyssey to Fenyx Rising
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Nanci Santos as we return to the complicated, and often affectionate, relationship between myth, archaeology, and video games.We revisit Apotheon, one…
S1E5 Hamunaptra & Other Places We Probably Shouldn’t Explore: Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Lara Croft & The Mummy
After a short hiatus, Dani returns to the mic and is joined by special guest and friend Nanci Santos for a conversation about ancient adventures, fandom joy, and the role video games played in…
S1E4 From Tomb Raider to Dragonlance: The Conversation Continues (with Earl Baylon)
Welcome back to Myths, Games & Meaning. This episode took a little longer to land than usual after I lost my voice with a chest infection, but I’m really glad to be back, especially for Part Two…
S1E3 From Moria to Modern Myth: Tolkien to Baldur’s Gate 3 (with Earl Baylon)
In this special two-part conversation, Dr. Dani Shalet sits down with her friend, actor and voice talent Earl Baylon (Jonah from Tomb Raider). In Part 1, they dive headfirst into their shared love of…
S1E1 The Journey Begins: Dorothy, the Hero’s Journey, and Why Myth Still Matters
In the very first episode of Myths, Games & Meaning, Dr. Dani Shalet is joined by Dr. Chris Deacy and Dr. Paul March-Russell to explore the enduring power of myth in our lives. Using Dorothy’s…
S1E2 The Hero’s Journey: Poppy Fields, Emerald Cities & the Illusion of Authority in Myth
In this episode of Myths, Games & Meaning, Dr. Dani Shalet is joined by Dr. Chris Deacy and Dr. Paul March-Russell to explore myth, authority, and the hero’s journey through The Wizard of…
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Myths, Games & Meaning has published 8 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Film History, Leisure.
Myths, Games & Meaning is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 32m.
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