Living Myth

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Mosaic presents Living Myth, a podcast with Michael Meade, renowned mythologist and storyteller. Meade presents mythic stories that offer uniquely insightful and wise ways of understanding the current dilemmas of the world we live in. Living Myth proposes that genuine solutions to the complex and intractable problems of our world require both transcendent imagination and cohering, transformative narratives.

Recent Episodes
  • Episode 431 - Opening Pandora's Box Again
    Apr 16, 2025 – 24:58
  • Episode 430 - Re-Creation and Renewal on Earth
    Apr 9, 2025 – 01:04:22
  • Episode 429 - A Lack of Elders, A Loss of Wisdom
    Apr 2, 2025 – 26:10
  • Episode 428 - Being Worth Your Salt
    Mar 26, 2025 – 32:10
  • Episode 427 - Finding a Place to Stand
    Mar 19, 2025 – 24:31
  • Episode 426 - The Deeper Self Within
    Mar 12, 2025 – 25:27
  • Episode 425 - Looking Down on Autocracy
    Mar 5, 2025 – 26:34
  • Episode 424 - Hubris Comes Before the Fall
    Feb 26, 2025 – 25:38
  • Episode 423 - Facing Darkness
    Feb 19, 2025 – 20:11
  • Episode 422 - Surviving the Maelstrom
    Feb 12, 2025 – 19:09
  • Episode 421 - Chaos, Conflict and the Deep Self Within
    Feb 5, 2025 – 24:01
  • Episode 420 - A Crucial Test of the Dream of Justice, Liberty and Diversity
    Jan 29, 2025 – 33:02
  • Premium Episode 151 Excerpt - Pathways to the Center
    Jan 28, 2025 – 22:57
  • Episode 419 - The Redemptive Power of Soul
    Jan 22, 2025 – 31:42
  • Episode 418 - The Creative Middle Way
    Jan 15, 2025 – 26:59
  • Episode 417 - A Story That Must Not Be Forgotten
    Jan 8, 2025 – 25:00
  • Episode 416 - A Touch of the Eternal
    Jan 2, 2025 – 24:36
  • Episode 415 - The Inner Speck of Star
    Dec 26, 2024 – 23:49
  • Episode 414 - Solstice and the Tree of Life
    Dec 17, 2024 – 18:03
  • Episode 413 - From Polarization to Re-Creation
    Dec 11, 2024 – 26:08
  • Episode 412 - Living in Two Worlds
    Dec 4, 2024 – 26:11
  • Episode 411 - The Necessity of Gratitude
    Nov 26, 2024 – 39:07
  • Episode 410 - On Hope and Despair
    Nov 20, 2024 – 30:53
  • Episode 409 - The Law of the Fish vs. The Rule of Law
    Nov 13, 2024 – 32:29
  • Episode 408 - To Not Be Lost
    Nov 7, 2024 – 23:55
  • Episode 407 - Antidotes to Uncertainty
    Oct 30, 2024 – 25:58
  • Episode 406 - Men, the Soul and the Search for Truth
    Oct 23, 2024 – 27:14
  • Episode 405 - The Symptoms We Suffer, The Symbols We Need
    Oct 16, 2024 – 24:36
  • Episode 404 - Finding Shelter from the Storms
    Oct 9, 2024 – 27:14
  • Episode 403 - The Divine Touch: Living Through Chaos and Fear
    Oct 2, 2024 – 21:30
  • Episode 402 - The Storm of Uncertainty and Your Authentic Self
    Sep 25, 2024 – 24:24
  • Episode 401 - Why We Resist Change
    Sep 18, 2024 – 32:37
  • Episode 400 - In the Face of Tyranny
    Sep 11, 2024 – 25:33
  • Episode 399 - Messages from the Cosmos
    Sep 4, 2024 – 23:46
  • Episode 398 - A Deeper Sense of Hope
    Aug 28, 2024 – 22:55
  • Episode 397 - Following the Call of Soul
    Aug 21, 2024 – 29:56
  • Episode 396 - Dreams of Healing
    Aug 11, 2024 – 30:38
  • Episode 395 - To Not Feel Lost in the Chaos of the World
    Aug 7, 2024 – 24:59
  • Episode 394 - Living in Turbulent Times
    Jul 31, 2024 – 24:15
  • Episode 393 - In Dire Straits
    Jul 24, 2024 – 38:43
  • Episode 392 - The Call of Genius
    Jul 17, 2024 – 25:23
  • Episode 391 - The Pathless Path
    Jul 10, 2024 – 39:05
  • Episode 390 - In the Shadows of Power
    Jul 3, 2024 – 24:23
  • Episode 389 - The Roots of Personal Myth
    Jun 25, 2024 – 30:19
  • Episode 388 - The Call of Dreams
    Jun 19, 2024 – 24:46
  • Episode 387 - The Three Kinds of Thinking
    Jun 12, 2024 – 29:58
  • Episode 386 - How We Become Ourselves
    Jun 5, 2024 – 25:47
  • Episode 385 - Your Inner Initiate
    May 29, 2024 – 31:42
  • Episode 357 - The Wisdom of the Butterfly
    Nov 15, 2023 – 24:48
  • Episode 353 - Roots of Inner Peace
    Oct 13, 2023 – 29:16
Recent Reviews
  • Bridie716
    Morning Wisdom
    I look forward to my Saturday morning drives to the farm when I can listen to Michael’s storytelling and leave the world behind
  • meek835
    A tonic for these troubled times
    I have found this show so immensely soothing in explaining the painful places modern humans find ourselves in right now. The myths shared help explain life in a way that feels much less chaotic, and more part of a cosmic story we are all part of writing.
  • Ryan Groff
    Amazing stories and guidance
    Michael’s wisdom and storytelling is engaging, comforting, & what I think a lot of people need more of in their lives. I’m so glad I found this podcast.
  • elodie hansen-love
    Like the show but
    what’s wrong with the guy who does the intros
  • Nurse poet
    Essential
    Crucial teachings for times of collapse and renewal.
  • Pugstable
    Michael Meade Medicine
    Being in touch with Michael Meade’s words is so medicinal for me. He speaks and writes with so much vibrancy and wisdom. I often share about this podcast and his quotes because I find his storytelling so deeply powerful and beautiful. I am so grateful to hear his medicine stories especially at this disorienting time.
  • Desert Myth
    Grateful
    I can’t imagine trying to navigate life right now without this podcast. Thank you.
  • annwen elvensdottir
    Turn toward life with imagination
    I appreciate these words, this invocation in a dark moment in history to remind me to live with imagination and creativity can prevail. Thank you.
  • EnergyRemedy
    Wise Storytelling
    Wise storytelling for inspiration, learning, and navigating this wild modern world. Appreciating you and your gifts! Thank you for sharing
  • Sarasba777
    Thank you
    I really enjoy this thoughtful, informative show. Thanks for your work.
  • SunRa Rebel
    One of the best programs out there Brilliant program
    This is an absolutely brilliant program and Michael Meade Is doing remarkable work. Thank you each week for your dazzling insights.
  • sjamest
    Truth and Beauty
    Great stuff. Thank you Michael.
  • Linda Freddy
    Reality
    Your podcast is irrelevant. We need strength because of our enemies. You are isolating the climate around the country from your fairytale.
  • Isearn
    Sparks my imagination
    Michael Meade has been one of my favorite commenters on the subjects of mythology, psychology, philosophy, and imagination for years. I only discovered his podcast recently, but I eagerly digest each episode with a hungry heart and soul.
  • ShiwaGarma
    Nourishment for my soul
    I love this podcast! It always speaks right to where I am, which these days is often in despair. Michael Meade provides me with much-needed perspective and encouragement. I’m so grateful for this wonderful resource!
  • White Horse Cult
    Amazing Wisdom
    The information transmitted here is of the deepest soul level. It’s my hope that enough of us can wake up to this and set the world on fire.
  • Missy D aka Peter Weeds Dtr.
    Gods love and bless you !Ll
    Thank you hope all these stories come gain in my lifetime and as usual just in time ! Keeping as a Terex, wisdom and religion and science, of course! All in the same realm all as one just like we are all one!
  • Circlemanifesto
    Astonishing podcast
    I came across Michael Meade about 30 years ago and even then his story Work was profound. Now we get to listen to the essence of his realisations garnered from a lifetime of contemplation of mythology and human experience. This is my favourite podcast these days. Often I turned to it in the middle of the night when I cannot sleep. It’s perfect. I’m so grateful that it’s available. Thank you Michael for who you are and all that you’ve done and the gift you brought to the world by being you.
  • SeaGali
    Thank You!
    One of the best sociology guides to inner peace and study of the human soul ! My go to podcast for spiritual studies!
  • Pondy777
    Soul food in a soul starved world
    My soul, my work and my vision for what’s possible personally and collectively is so fed by this beautiful, rich and deep podcast. Many thanks to Michael!
  • Moshe's star
    Profoundly healing for the soul.
    At a time when listening to the news almost completely rips the heart apart, Michael Meade’s patient and organically organized stream of knowledge soothes the sharp aching pain inside of us. His beautiful collection of stories throughout our existence shifts us back toward our centers and guides us back into the wholeness we forgot we were. He draws from the continuous stream of knowledge and holds the cup out for us, quenching our thirst for truth, belonging and authenticity. (Favorite episode is stream of knowledge) We are so deeply grateful that you exist Michael.
  • uuitness
    Deep Graditude
    Wonderful content. Thank you! This is good for the soul.
  • Love LaRai
    Most Enlightened!
    Listening…Reminds Me. Of What I’ve Always Been Aware Of. And Needed To Be Reminded Of That. Thank You! BTW! When Listening…Micheal Meade Sounds Like, Harvey Keitel To Me.🤷🏽‍♀️
  • rairai1212
    Grounded soulful relief in an aching world
    I tune in with Michael Meade when I’m needing to feel grounded that all is not lost; in fact, our deepest power rests steady & ready for awakening all around and within us. Thank you for your guidance and lens.
  • Deborah Meyers
    Thank you
    I feel like I have a teacher/spiritual companion/community on our collective journey.
  • FeatherWaters
    Feather
    This podcast has accompanied me through the last few years like a wise and compassionate friend. The topic of each show seems to always expand on something I have found myself in conversation with- within myself- in the week. The storytelling is fresh and alive, and I find joy in the weaving through time and myth, inevitably coming right back here to the present, renewed.
  • Jffreoop
    Profound Lessons of Mythic Importance
    Myths play a crucial role in our lives and Michael Meade reminds us of how they serve as cultural touchstones, reflecting the values, beliefs, and traditions of a society. They offer a sense of identity and belonging, connecting individuals to their cultural heritage and inspire creativity and imagination, even when the storytelling comes from another culture. Moreover, the myths and interpretations he provides offer profound lessons and guidance, teaching us about virtues, ethics, and act as a moral compass to navigate the complexities life.
  • who/nose
    One of my favorite discoveries this year
    Really insightful, comforting, liberating ideas delivered in a beautiful way.
  • Kate L West
    The voice of my deep heart
    Every time I open and listen to Michael Meades words, it’s as if I’m sitting at the knee of ancestor who speaks the language of my deepest heart. Every. Time. Every episode is both relevant and resonant. I am grateful beyond words for this podcast and rich well of soothing waters it provides for my life and heart.
  • Daremore
    Soul
    When my soul is aching and I need to connect at the deepest level possible this series brings me back to meaning and depth. Michael Meade is a gift that brings sanity into an insane time. Bless you many times over at Mosaic for what you offer the world. Your words are so needed by me and others. Thanks
  • Strumin
    Inner work
    For the last few years I have done a great deal of inner work in the Jungian sense in reflection of the stage of my life I call “the third act”. Michael’s talks have been very helpful in creating a thread through the central themes of my journey connecting the inner work of the subconscious to the outer world and how my own self or core engages with the season of “my third act”.
  • The New FastGirl
    So much good
    This podcast, it’s perspectives and offerings are so beneficial to my wellbeing and I am sure the wellbeing of all those who listen. It is widening and beautifully expansive. What Michael knows and shares and the spirit in which he does it, makes this world a better more navigable place in which to live and become. Thank you for your offering.
  • rubiscoS
    Beautiful and communicates intuitive ideas masterfully
    I love this podcast! Michael Meade takes ideas from mythology and depth psychology and connects them masterfully and you feel like you gained an intuitive understanding of things that are important and difficult to communicate. If you have interest in your own spiritual growth, this podcast is for you.
  • Freerange_Caligator
    A true gem in the world
    Michael Meade is doing such great work. This podcast is just one the many ways he is bringing light to these dark times. More people need to hear this podcast. Every single episode opens my mind. Words can’t even do it justice. Just listen to great storyteller spin his tale.
  • lllhhhppp
    Love this podcast.
    Just started listening the episode “ beyond anxiety “ blew my mind. 🤯 it speaks to the human experience on a down-to-earth level and shows how anxiety is a piece of that story. A much needed perspective! Grateful to have found this podcast.
  • JeriHelen
    Michael Meade is a treasure
    So I didn’t think I was interested in myths - im too practical and rooted in the here and now, and I have a weak imagination. I was required to listen to a few episodes of this podcast for a program and I haven’t stopped listening. Sometimes his words cut so close to my heart’s truth about our world (truths that are rarely reflected in mainstream american culture) that it brings tears, and relief too — im not alone in this struggle — I am just alive during a special time in the big human story.
  • ggauer
    Michael Meade podcasts
    A friend recommended listening . I started at the most recent and am working my way backwards. Each episode is wonderful. I am so grateful for each episode and encouraged with Michael’s wisdom teachings. He connects the dots between all the dimensions and his clarity and Cosmic perspective gives me Peace and Hope. Thank you …
  • sallydaze
    Metanoia
    Thank you so much for this wonderful podcast. It has uplifted me so deeply and helped me to continue to positively move forward in my search for my place in this tumultuous time. Courage and Metanoia.
  • mslaralee
    Inspiring and thoughtful
    I wish I could remember who recommended this podcast to me. I owe them a huge debt of gratitude. Each episode is like sermon. Thank you for you for your inspiring insights, Michael. Listen and be inspired!
  • Aarabbi
    Spiritual sustenance in troubled times
    I am so grateful to have found this podcast. As a rabbi, writer and facilitator I turn to Living Myth for inspiration and nourishment. The themes Michael Meade speaks to are always relevant and why the wheels turning in my own heart, mind and soul for how they resonate within my lineages and tradition. I leave each episode uplifted, rewoven into the fabric of life, my soul reconnected to, as Michael says “the soul of the world.”
  • AliBABA300
    Thanks
    A wonderful podcast!
  • espnman04
    Inspiring and thought provoking. Synchronicities abound.
    Love this. Easily in my top 5. A truly unique offering in a crowded space. Almost always seems to hit home. 🐉
  • letikagan
    A deep bow for your work.
    Gratitude.
  • Radnesshey
    Fierce Wisdom and Compassion
    Meade digests aspects of our culture with nuance and depth. I feel a spiritual connection to these stories and interpretations because they let the bewildering be wild and nourishing.
  • amylohr1111
    Always lovely!
    I enjoy this show. It connects me back to my center
  • AFilice
    Thank you Michael
    This podcast could be called Living Sage, as Michael Meade continually provides us with medicine and guidance for our dark times. With each new episode, I feel like I’m tuning into a secret well of wisdom, coming away with a renewed spirit and sense of meaning. Somehow, things are going to be okay. The world will be born again. Thank you Michael, your work is so important and appreciated.
  • NubianVixen
    This isn’t for everyone…..
    A few years ago, I wouldn’t have had the patience to listen for what was being said in between the words spoken. However, I have heard ideas shared that have help me understand and navigate the “dark times”. “Dark Times” is a phrase that is regularly heard but there are nuggets of wisdom that have been shared during each episode that I’ve listened to so far. There have also been a couple of Aha! moments where I’ve heard something in a myth or folktale. I appreciate Mr. Meade’s gifts but he’s not for everyone and that’s okay.
  • pat from Oak Park Il
    I don’t know
    He is smart but every show has the same theme and tone: “these are dark times”. He watches the news, gets depressed and writes “A Dixie ain’t what used be” podcast sprinkling in quotes and stories from ancient times. I don’t know what times were so good that by contrast these are so bad. It’s Debbie Downer with vocab from Jung and Joesph Campbell.
  • ma77hew77
    These stories are great then sadly he slips into politics
    Michael Mead is a insightful and knowledgeable mythology based storyteller. But unfortunately he gets swept up into his politics and actually alienates a lot of listeners. EVERYONE would be blessed by these stories and Micheal’s insights on how they can be applied in one’s life. I’m on the far far left and feel alienated from the story when Michael gets political. I wish I could send these episodes to my father (who is very right wing) but he would recoil once Michael starts up with the politics. It’s very, very unfortunate. Using these wisdom filled stories to promote a U.S. based political agenda hallows out their power and feels very misguided.
  • Emily M. Miller
    Unending gratitude
    Thank you for sharing this with us. I believe these stories and the wisdom with which they are shared will minister to a great many souls during this time of endings and beginnings. Many blessings to Michael Meade, a wise sage and living ancestor.
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