Functionally Literate
By Ryan Carter
Functionally LiterateNov 28, 2023
Japanese Myths
Chinese Myths and Folktales
Zach tells the story of Guan Yu, the God of War. Ryan tells the story Magical Arts, a tale about a rich man and a Necromancer, and talks about the Immortal Eight, people who ascended to godhood by attaining the secret wisdom. The book our stories comes from is Chinese Myths and Folktales, a compendium of public domain works sold as a single book by Barnes & Noble.
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Producer: Ryan Carter Director: Ryan Carter Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions Editor: Ryan Carter Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time. Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.
Buddhist Myths | The Death of the Buddha & two Jatikis
(2/2) The boys conclude their discussion on Buddhism. They talk about meditation, prayer, the remainder of the Buddha's life and his death, and tell two jatikis, short stories from the Buddha's past lives. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction, by Damien Keown, and Buddhisms: An Introduction, by John S. Strong.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Buddhist Myths | The Life of the Buddha & The 4 Noble Truths
(1/2) The boys discuss Buddhism. This episode is about the Buddha's journey to enlightenment, how he attained Nirvana in life and the 4 Noble Truths as discussed in the first sermon he delivered. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction, by Damien Keown.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Le Morte d'Arthur | Book 2, chapters 14-19
(3/3) We conclude our telling of the tale of Balin le Savage, the Knight with the Two Swords. Balin defeats the Invisible Knight, delivers the dolorous stroke, and travels to an island where he fights his best friend to the death. Also, Cara provides us with a moral of the story. Zach is reading a physical copy of the book. Ryan is reading a free ebook version that you can download here. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal. Producer: Ryan Carter Director: Ryan Carter Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney Editor: Ryan Carter Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time. Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Le Morte d'Arthur | Book 2, chapters 8-13
(2/3) We continue telling the tale of Balin le Savage, the Knight with the Two Swords. Balin helps bury a dead damsel, succeeds in his quest for redemption, aids King Arthur in his war against 11 kings, and begins a new quest to find the Invisible Knight. Zach is reading a physical copy of the book. Ryan is reading a free ebook version that you can download here.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Le Morte d'Arthur | Book 2, chapters 1-7
(1/3) We resume our Arthurian journey by following the exploits of Balin le Savage, the Knight with the Two Swords. Balin is freed from prison, obtains his second sword, commits a heinous act in King Arthur's court, and sets out on a quest to redeem himself. Zach is reading a physical copy of the book. Ryan is reading a free ebook version that you can download here. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Producer: Ryan Carter Director: Ryan Carter Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney Editor: Ryan Carter Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time. Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Hindu Myths | Various Stories
Hindu Myths | The Monkey King & Various Stories
(1/2) Zach tells the story of Hanuman, the Monkey King. Ryan tells many various Hindu stories. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Indian Mythology: Tales, Symbols, and Rituals from the Heart of the Subcontinent, by Devdutt Pattanaik.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Le Morte d'Arthur | Book 1, Chapters 18 - 27
(3/3) The conclusion of King Arthur's origin story. Arthur battles with King Pellinore, begats Mordred, and obtains Excalibur. Zach is reading a physical copy of the book. Ryan is reading a free ebook that you can download here.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Le Morte d'Arthur | Book 1, Chapters 8-17
(2/3) The boys continue book 1 of 21 of the Arthurian Legends. Arthur goes to war with 11 kings (well, 10 kings and a duke, but who's counting?). Zach is reading a physical copy of the book. Ryan is reading a free ebook that you can download here.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Le Morte d'Arthur | Book 1, Chapters 1-7
(1/3) The boys begin their foray into Arthurian Legend. In this episode, we learn about the events leading to the birth of Arthur, the Sword in the Stone, and his coronation as King of England. Zach is reading a physical copy of the story. Ryan is reading a free ebook version that you can download here.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Egyptian Myths
Ryan discusses the family tree of the Egyptian gods. Zach tells the story of the god Osiris. Ryan's source is Egyptian Myths: A Guide to the Ancient Gods and Legends, by Garry J. Shaw. Zach's source is Gods and Myths of Ancient Egypt, by Robert A. Armour.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Irish Celtic Myths
Zach tells the story of the coming of the Tuatha Dé Danann, and the origins of Cú Chulainn. Ryan reveals a personal discovery, and talks about the murder of Bridget Cleary. Zach's source is Lady Gregory's Complete Irish Mythology. Ryan's source is Celtic Myths and Legends by Charles Squire.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Norse Myths | The Master Builder & Thor's Wedding
(2/2) This episode Ryan tells the story of the Master Builder and a short story called Blue of Blue. Zach tells the story of Thor's (fake) wedding. Ryan's sources are Across the Rainbow Bridge, by Kevin Crossley-Holland, and Norse Mythology, by Neil Gaiman. Zach's sources are the Prose Edda and the Poetic Edda.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Norse Myths | Odin's Eye and the Treasure's of the Gods
(1/2) Ryan & Zach talk about how Odin lost his eye, and how Thor obtained his hammer. Ryan's sources are Across the Rainbow Bridge, by Kevin Crossley-Holland, and Norse Mythology, by Neil Gaiman. Zach's sources are the Prose Edda and the Poetic Edda.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Greek Myths | Pandora's Box
(2/2) This episode we talk about Prometheus and his brother Epimetheus, the creation of humanity, and the worst portrayal of women. Ryan is reading from Mythos, by Stephen Fry. Zach is reading from Metamorphoses, by Ovid and The Poems of Hesiod: Theogony, Works and Days, and the Shield of Herakles, by Barry B. Powell.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
Greek Myths | The Wedding of the Gods
(1/2) We're going to kick off our Mythology Series with Greek myths. We talk about the Birth of Hephaestus, his betrothal to Persephone, the first ever (double) wedding, the Origin of Bees, the Birth of Athena, and the Origin of Turtles. Ryan is reading Mythos, by Stephen Fry. Zach is reading Metamorphoses, by Ovid, Homer, Hesiod.
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Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing most of our equipment and a recording space.
Introduction
Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Host: Ryan Carter
Co-host: Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney, DigiStory Productions
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.