Myths, Games & Meaning
What do Greek gods, video games, and film have in common? More than you’d think.
I’m Dr Dani Shalet, and in Myths, Games & Meaning I sit down with enthusiasts of every kind, scholars, performers, storytellers, and gamers, to explore how ancient myths are constantly reimagined for today’s audiences. From Medusa to Middle-earth, from the Hero’s Journey to Baldur’s Gate, we’ll dig into the stories that shape our culture, our games, and ourselves.
If you love myth, gaming, film, and finding fresh meaning in the stories we tell, you’ll feel right at home here.
Episodes are released bi-weekly.
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Podcasting since 2025 • 6 episodes
Myths, Games & Meaning
Latest Episodes
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 of Nanci’s favourite titles, and talk...
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Episode 6
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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 keeping people connected to the ancient world durin...
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Episode 5
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From Tomb Raider to Dragonlance: The Conversation Continues — From Childhood Dreams to Fantasy Worlds 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 of my conversation with Earl Baylon, actor, g...
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Episode 4
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From Moria to Modern Myth: Identity, Loyalty, and Legacy — 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 gaming, geek culture, and myth.From R...
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Episode 3
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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 Oz.Continuing our journey with Dorothy, we mo...
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