Episodes

  • Hel: Keeper of Souls
    Sep 24 2024

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    Today's episode is all about Hel, the Norse ruler of the underworld and Cate Blanchett lookalike!

    Come and find out all about her origins, her place in Norse Cosmology and where you might find her in modern culture.

    Cool Stuff I mentioned in this episode:
    https://www.britannica.com/topic/Hel-Norse-deity

    https://norse-mythology.org/cosmology/the-nine-worlds/helheim/

    https://skjalden.com/hel/

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    32 mins
  • Yennenga: Breaking Barriers, Building Dynasties
    Sep 17 2024

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    Today’s episode is all about Yennenga, the warrior princess who broke tradition and founded a dynasty!

    Come and find out all about this amazing woman of mythology who's impact has truly altered history.

    Cool stuff I mentioned in this episode:


    https://www.tourhq.com/article/a-travel-guide-to-burkina-faso-the-land-of-honest-people

    https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/160D/production/_121254650_gettyimages-1236081546.jpg.webp

    https://www.juggle.org/the-art-of-yennega-circus/

    https://www.worldhistory.org/image/12672/yannenga/#google_vignette

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqtdoBq3kj0

    https://www.joanmadison.com/shop/queendom-collection/queendom-nine-detail

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    36 mins
  • A Message For You!
    Sep 10 2024

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    So sorry for my last minute no show this week! But I promise I'll be back next week with a super fascinating episode about a badass woman of mythology.

    Please let me know if there is anything you'd like me to feature in upcoming episodes! I love hearing your feedback.

    Thank you all SO much for the support! Can't wait to talk to you all next week.

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    2 mins
  • Harpies: Furious and Fearsome
    Sep 3 2024

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    Today’s episode is all about Harpies, the furious and fearsome winged women of Ancient Greek Mythology!

    Come and find out all about these terrifying creatures and see how their famous reputation has changed and evolved over time.

    Cool stuff I mentioned in this episode:

    https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Harpy

    https://www.theoi.com/Pontios/Harpyiai.html

    https://harpymagazine.com/home-1/2018/12/3/41knb08w49g2q0apmx2rif37a5pt2m

    https://list.fandom.com/wiki/Harpies_in_popular_culture

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    31 mins
  • Inanna: Love, War and Honey Cheese
    Aug 27 2024

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    In this episode we'll explore the fierce, fascinating and fabulous Sumerian Goddess, Inanna. The Queen of Heaven and of getting her own back.

    Come and learn all about her origins, her impact on other ancient cultures and her enduring legacy as both a trans ally and feminist icon.

    Some of the cool stuff mentioned in this episode:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z1pTvnlGqE
    https://artofcompost.ca/2020/05/31/inanna-and-dumuzi-get-it-on/
    https://www.worldhistory.org/article/215/inannas-descent-a-sumerian-tale-of-injustice/

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    38 mins
  • The Morrigan: A Triple Threat
    Aug 20 2024

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    In this episode we'll embark on a captivating journey into the origins and legends of The Morrigan, the formidable Irish goddess of war, fate, and sovereignty.

    Come along as we unravel the mysteries surrounding this powerful deity who is still worshipped even to this day.

    Are you into History and Jewellery?

    Check out @artbykerrie on Tiktok or artbykerrie_ on instagram for some beautiful pieces of jewellery made of discarded pieces of our past. Each piece is something Kerrie has found mudlarking and comes with a cute little card containing research about the piece.

    Some of the cool stuff mentioned in this episode:
    https://loraobrien.ie/morrigan/
    https://www.ancienttexts.org/library/celtic/ctexts/leborgabala.html

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    37 mins
  • La Llorona: Spirit of Grief
    Aug 13 2024

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    In this episode, we'll unveil the terrifyingly tragic tale of La Llorona, a figure who has haunted Latin America for centuries.

    Known as "The Weeping Woman," La Llorona is said to be the spirit of a mother doomed to wander the earth in search of her lost children. We’ll explore the origins of this eerie tale, its variations across different cultures, and the enduring impact it has had on folklore, pop culture, and the collective psyche.

    Come along and unravel the mysteries behind La Llorona’s eternal sorrow and her place in the pantheon of the supernatural.

    Translations:

    Mis Hijos - My children
    Donde estan mis hijos? - Where are my children?
    Mestizo - people of mixed ancestry with a white European and an indigenous background

    Are you into History and Jewellery?

    Check out @artbykerrie on Tiktok or artbykerrie_ on instagram for some beautiful pieces of jewellery made of discarded pieces of our past. Each piece is something Kerrie has found mudlarking and comes with a cute little card containing research about the piece.

    Some of the cool stuff mentioned in this episode:

    https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2021/10/la-llorona-storytelling-for-halloween-and-da-de-muertos/

    https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2021/10/la-llorona-an-introduction-to-the-weeping-woman/

    https://austinghosts.com/la-llorona-the-weeping-woman/

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    31 mins
  • Medusa: From Monster to Muse
    Aug 6 2024

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    Trigger Warning - Sexual Assault.

    In this episode, we delve into the captivating legend of Medusa, one of mythology's most misunderstood figures. Join me as we explore her origins, from her transformation into a Gorgon to a symbol of feminine rage.

    We'll unravel the layers of her story, examining how Medusa has been portrayed in ancient myths, art and modern culture. Was she truly a monstrous villain, or a tragic victim?

    Tune in to discover the surprising truths behind the myth of Medusa and her enduring impact on our collective imagination.

    Some of the cool stuff mentioned in this episode:

    https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/medu/hd_medu.htm

    https://pharos.vassarspaces.net/2018/01/18/antiquity-in-support-of-violent-misogyny-in-anti-clinton-apparel/

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    27 mins