Fskrgrautr - Viking Barley & Fish Stew

In the longhouses of Viking-age Scandinavia, where the hearth was the heart of the home, a simple stew simmered low and slow—made from barley, dried fish, and what the land could spare. In this episode, we explore Fiskrgrautr, a quietly powerful dish that fed farmers, sailors, and warriors through winters and sea journeys alike.

In the mists of the Scottish Highlands, among birch trees and shadows, a child wanders too far—and meets the quiet spirit who watches the woods. Tonight’s story drifts between myth and memory, where moss has eyes, and kindness sometimes walks barefoot.

Uluru and Kata Tjuta in AustraliaIn Australia’s red heart, two great beings rise from the desert floor—Uluru and Kata Tjuta. In this quietly unfolding episode, we explore the sacred stories, deep geologic time, and ancestral presence held within Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. With respect for the Anangu people and the law of Tjukurpa, this is a story about more than stone. It’s about memory, relationship, and listening to the land that remembers us.
Candle crackle in the background. Come walk slowly, and let the silence speak.

Ancient Recipe - Celtic OatcakesLong before ovens and measuring spoons, travelers and warriors in ancient Scotland and Ireland carried oats and fire-warmed stones. In this quiet episode, we step into the past to explore the story of traditional Celtic oatcakes—simple, sustaining food made from grain, water, and flame. You’ll hear how they were cooked over open fires, how they nourished generations, and how you can try them today in your own kitchen.
Candle crackle in the background. Come slow down beside the hearth.

An Irish Tale told in Full - That of Tuan Mac Cairill

A quiet visitor, a locked door, and a saint who refuses to leave. Tonight’s story begins with a monk and a mystery—and unfolds into something far older than it first appears. From the mists of ancient Ireland comes a tale of solitude, memory, and the shape of time itself.
Soft candle crackle in the background. Come sit with me, and let the story reveal itself.

Xuankong Si in China

Tucked into the cliffs of Mount Heng, high above the valley floor, stands Xuankong Si—the Hanging Temple of Shanxi. Built more than 1,500 years ago by a solitary monk and carved into sheer stone, it has withstood time, weather, and war. In tonight’s story, we trace its origins, explore its gravity-defying design, and listen to the echoes of three ancient teachings that still linger in its halls.
Soft candle sounds in the background. Let the stillness rise as you walk a path between sky and stone.

Ancient Roman Recipe - MoretumFrom the hills of ancient Rome comes a humble meal made with herbs, garlic, cheese, and care. Tonight, we follow a poor farmer named Simylus as he rises before dawn to prepare his food by hand—grinding wild greens, garlic, and sheep’s cheese into a simple spread known as Moretum. Based on a 1st-century Latin poem, this quiet story honors the slow, sustaining rhythms of rural life.
Soft candle crackle in the background. Come rest for a while, and savor a moment of peace.

A retelling of a Scottish tale.Tonight’s story drifts in from the windswept shores of Unst, in the Shetland Isles. A man walking beneath the moonlight stumbles upon a gathering of sea people dancing on the sand—and makes a choice that binds a selkie woman to land, love, and loss. Based on traditional Scottish folklore, this quiet tale explores longing, belonging, and the pull of the sea.