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Topic: Storytelling and oral traditions

Storytelling and oral traditions involve the passing down of cultural narratives and personal experiences through spoken word, fostering community and preserving history.

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The podcast episodes provided demonstrate the importance of storytelling and oral traditions in exploring various cultural and unexplained phenomena.

In the first episode, the host, Tony Merkel, reflects on his role as a storyteller in the field, highlighting the significance of documenting stories and experiences related to the unexplained, such as Bigfoot encounters and potential communication.

Similarly, the second episode of the "Myths and Legends" podcast focuses on sharing Korean folktales about dokebi (goblins) and how they interact with humans, exploring themes of loneliness, greed, and the transformative power of compassion. This exemplifies the use of oral storytelling to examine cultural narratives passed down through generations, as noted in the episode summary.

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