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New American Mythos

New American Mythos

Written by: Michael Belch
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New American Mythos retells the legends, folktales, and myths that shaped the American soul, weaving rich narration with reflective Christian commentary on identity, memory, and moral imagination. Gather ’round the firelight as old stories speak into our time.

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Episodes
  • Season 2 conclusion
    Apr 29 2026

    This episode wraps up Season 2, "Echoes of Albion". It draws the connection between the themes of the season and the American mythic legacy and lineage and asks "how do we carry the spirit of those myths forward?" It also introduces season 3, titled "Gospel and Ghostlight."

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    **We tell America’s old stories with the warmth of firelight and the weight of unanswered questions.**

    From haunted river valleys to whispered frontier legends, *New American Mythos* retells the myths and folktales that shaped our nation, blending immersive sound design, period-inspired music, and thoughtful reflection.

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    15 mins
  • The Night the Darkness Broke: St. Guthlac
    Apr 22 2026

    Step into the mist-laden marshes of early medieval England with the story of Saint Guthlac, a warrior who laid down his sword to wage a far deeper battle of the soul. In this patron-exclusive episode, we explore a haunting and powerful tale of repentance, spiritual warfare, and the transformation of wilderness into holy ground. More than a legend, Guthlac’s life echoes a timeless truth: that even the darkest places, both within and without, may be reclaimed by grace, courage, and prayer.

    This bonus episode is available for Patreon supporters, whose generosity helps preserve and share these enduring stories."

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    *We tell America’s old stories with the warmth of firelight and the weight of unanswered questions.*

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    5 mins
  • The King, the Wolf, and the Sword: The Martyrdom of Saint Edmund
    Apr 15 2026

    In this solemn and powerful chapter of early English history, New American Mythos recounts the martyrdom of Saint Edmund, a king who chose faithfulness over survival. As Danish invaders descend upon his kingdom, Edmund is given a choice: submit and live, or stand firm in his allegiance to Christ. Refusing to bow, he endures capture, torment, and death, bearing witness not through victory in battle, but through unwavering conviction. Yet even in death, strange signs follow, as creation itself seems to honor the fallen king. This story stands as a testimony to a different kind of courage: the kind that yields the crown of earth to receive the crown of heaven.
    This bonus episode is available for Patreon supporters, whose generosity helps preserve and share these enduring stories."

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    *We tell America’s old stories with the warmth of firelight and the weight of unanswered questions.*

    **YouTube:** [@IronScrewPublishing]

    www.ironscrewpublishing.com


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