Clash of the Gods

Season 1, Episode 10
Idolized in ancient Norse mythology as the protector god, Thor battles evil ogres and a giant serpent bent on destroying mankind. It's the quintessential fight for survival that culminates in a final showdown between good and evil. But was the rise and fall of the hero Thor ancient code for something greater? Today, new discoveries unlock the hidden truth behind the Norse god of Thunder.

Season 1, Episode 8
Often the first stories we learn as children, myths are iconic tales where good and evil clash and humanity and fantasy collide. Explore these myths, from the legendary people who inspired them to their real-life relevance today, in Clash of the Gods.

Season 1, Episode 9
The story behind the most renowned modern myth. Enter creator J.R.R. Tolkien's fantastical world of hobbits, orcs and wizards, and uncover the real life influences that shaped his epic fantasy, "The Lord of the Rings."

Season 1, Episode 8
The epic tragedy of Medusa, the most infamous female fiend in Greek mythology, whose look turned every living thing to stone. But what is the true story behind the myth? Find out this evil Gorgon's real world connection to human corpses, and learn what clues the night sky holds about the origins of the tale of Medusa.