Podcasts about mythology

Narrator: Thomas Jones

Do you see that floating light just off in the distance in the dark woods? It has many names - the jack-o-lantern, the Min Min lights, the Naga Fireballs, but it's perhaps best known as the will-o-the-wisp: a mysterious, sometimes malevolent, sometimes benevolent spirit that can be found around the world!Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, drowning, child death, animal death, abusive relationships, colonization, decapitation, and train accidents. Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Get our new Old Wives' Tale Teller Corduroy Hat!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Sponsors- Blueland creates everyday eco-friendly cleaning productions that save you money and space, without any plastic waste. Get 15% off your first order when you go to blueland.com/spirits- Uncommon Goods, where you can get 15% off at http://uncommongoods.com/spirits Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roman Emperors were famous for many things, including their often referenced apparent insanity. Part of this was a result of their upbringing and megalomania, and another part was probably metal poisoning. Either way, Caligula's appointing of a horse as consul, Domitian's ascent to godhood and his staged naval battles, Commondus' rigged games, Elagabalus' and Carinus' appointment of prostitutes and dregs to office, and Diocletian's persecution of those the mob detested, are all examples of this insanity. However, how is any of this different than what we see happening today? Biden's appointment of a mentally ill crossdresser to the DOE, the half-nude rainbow parties on the White House lawn, and his crackhead son nearby, are a Democrat example of the insane emperor motif, not to mention the dementia, drugs, cue cards, and military erraticism. Republicans may like to think this doesn't apply to them, but they would be mistaken. Trump's admin is not only plagued with mental decline, drugs, cue cards, and erratic military aggression, but parties with half-naked women, arrogant allegiance to a foreign power, and persecution of citizens in favor of foreign nations and random Christians in Nigeria. Carinus even appointed a forger to sign his papers, not unlike Biden's autopen or Trump's signing of whatever Stephen Miller hands him. This is all on par with countries appointing morbidly obese health ministers. It's all about intimidation, psych-warfare, and hubris, the latter of which the Romans said was the machine of tyranny. If hubris was the machine, then willing citizens to this tyranny are the fuel. But most are willing to wear their underwear on the outisde and change them every thirty minutes for the glorious new leader. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Ready to fall asleep fast, and sleep better than ever? Join Geoffrey by the fireside as he shares another story featuring his friends at the Falls. This one takes place by the magical campfire in the clearing, next to the glittering lake. It's a night of telling stories, ones that've been told a thousand times before - like that of Hina, and the Moon. This is Part 78 of The Falls series - but don't worry, you can jump in anytime.  Love Night Falls?

It goes without saying that War is Peace, especially when the President of Peace continually threatens war or supports the same indirectly: from Gaza to Venezuela and now Nigeria. The President posted this threat to Nigeria over the Halloween weekend: “If the Nigerian Government continues to allow the killing of Christians, the U.S.A. will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria, and may very well go into that now disgraced country, ‘guns-a-blazing,' to completely wipe out the Islamic Terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities. I am hereby instructing our Department of War to prepare for possible action. If we attack, it will be fast, vicious, and sweet, just like the terrorist thugs attack our CHERISHED Christians!” In response, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth responded: “Yes sir… The killing of innocent Christians in Nigeria — and anywhere — must end immediately. The Department of War is preparing for action. Either the Nigerian Government protects Christians, or we will kill the Islamic Terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities.”https://edition.cnn.com/2025/11/01/politics/trump-pentagon-nigeria-action According to a 2024 report from “The Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa,” there have been 11,000 incidents of extreme violence from October 2019 through September of 2023. The violence left 55,910 people dead in 9,970 deadly attacks — as well as 21,621 people abducted in 2,705 attacks. The total number includes civilian deaths, terror group deaths, and Nigerian Armed Forces deaths. Of the total deaths, 30,880 were civilians. Of the civilians, at least 16,769 Christians were killed, 6,235 Muslims were killed and 154 adherents of traditional African religions were killed. The religions of 7,722 victims are unknown. The report says further: “The ratio of Christians to Muslims killed rises significantly when the religious composition of the states is taken into consideration. Looking at the overall numbers, the ratio of Christians to Muslims killed was 2.7:1; the ratio of Christians to Muslims abducted was 1.4:1. However, when taking into account the relative sizes of the Christian and Muslim populations within the different states, the ratio of Christians to Muslims killed increases to 6.5:1, and the ratio of Christians to Muslims abducted to 5.1:1.” “Fulani Ethnic Militia are targeting Christian populations, while Muslims also suffer severely at their hands,” the Rev. Gideon Para-Mallam, another analyst for The Observatory of Religious Freedom in Africa, said in a statement. https://ewtn.co.uk/article-56000-killed-in-nigerias-ethnic-and-religious-violence-christians-disproportionately-affected/ https://orfa.africa/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/26082024-ORFA-4-YEARS-REPORT.pdf Sure, Christians are being targeted, but so are Muslims. But in both cases, religion is not the driving factor behind the attacks and killings in Nigeria. Just as many Christians are killed in Nigeria over farmland, Israeli settler have been slaughtering Palestinian farmers, with no mention of their religion made in the news, for over half a century. A recent AP article confirmed with video evidence that Israeli terrorists beat farmers during the recent olive harvest in the West Bank. https://apnews.com/article/israel-settlers-west-bank-attack-annexation-1e9cbd6af6ea502fbfca5d9ffe949b0bFather Bashar Fawadleh, parish priest of the Church of Christ the Redeemer in Taybeh, told ACI MENA: “The town, which the Gospel of John (11:54) refers to as ‘Ephraim' — the place Jesus withdrew to before his passion — is no longer safe for its people today… We do not live in peace but in daily fear and siege.” https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/amp/news/265035/priest-warns-christian-town-of-taybe-in-holy-land-no-longer-safe-amid-settler-attacksIn July 2025 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country "deeply regrets that a stray ammunition" hit Gaza's only Catholic Church. A few weeks before Israeli forces assaulted Christians in Jerusalem on holy Saturday at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy8ge7vllw9o.amp https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-assault-christians-jerusalem-holy-saturdayIn 2024, Israel bombed a Catholic Church in Lebanon, Saint George's, destroying the offices of the parish and the residence of the local priest. They even slaughtered the rescue team.https://zenit.org/2024/10/11/israel-bombs-catholic-church-in-lebanon-and-attacks-un-blue-helmets/#google_vignetteIsrael has repeatedly bombarded Christian towns in Lebanon, specifically targeting Christian homes.  In 2024 they blew up the historic Shrine of Shimon, or the Shrine of Saint Peter. https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-blow-shrine-shimon-south-lebanonIsrael has likewise been working to create sectarian divisions while carrying out sabotage operations or assassinations aimed at triggering internal conflicts in Lebanon. https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/gallery/2024/10/15/israel-kills-at-least-21-in-strike-on-christian-town-in-north-lebanonAfter regime change in Syria, a country that allowed religions to coexist relatively peacefully, the new Israel and US backed Islamic radical government began targeting Christians. In June 2025 60 people were injured in the attack at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Prophet Elias, in an eastern Damascus suburb. The violence has gotten so bad that Christians believe they will be the target of genocide in Syria now. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c79q8p8qx1do.ampThe only thing worse than double standards and hypocrisy is a willingness to use oppressed minorities as political fodder. Democrats do this with blacks and gays, Conservatives do this with Jews and Christians. The only thing sicker than that is motivation for a holy war. To ignore the Israeli targeting of Christians, which has only intensified, and instead to focus on what is happening in Nigeria is disingenuous and repulsive.https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20250819-the-zionist-project-a-danger-for-lebanon-and-its-christians/?ampPete Hegseth, tattooed with the Jerusalem cross, has all but made it official policy at the pentagon that his Christian warrior ethos will go to war with Islam wherever it can. It appears one of the first battles of this new holy war is set for Nigeria. Meanwhile, Nick Fuentes has called for a universal Catholic theocracy, not too dissimilar from Curtis Yarvin's, the guy who gives JD Vance his political philosophies, techno-monarchy.  https://divinity.uchicago.edu/sightings/articles/when-christ-and-trump-are-kingshttps://www.aiu.edu/blog/the-new-monarchy-the-neo-totalitarian-proposals-of-curtis-yarvin/It's understandable why some cling to extremist religious views when they have otherwise been assaulted with atheistic anti-humanism. The self-correction is also a manual over-compensation. Christians have gone from criticizing the Obama administration's targeting of their identity, claiming First Amendment rights, to calling for the banning of Islam and deportation of all Muslims. That sickness has now grown to include Hinduism too, and even other Christian denominations according to Nick. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. 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“But ignorant and faithless persons who doubt the revealed scriptures do not attain God consciousness. For the doubting soul there is happiness neither in this world nor in the next.” (Lord Krishna, Bhagavad-gita, 4.40)

In this episode we're going to begin taking a closer look at the Five Basic Beliefs that lead to a Reasonable life.  The first belief is "Let go of mythology, superstition and fear". 

Jason and David examine some Bigfoot evidence and talk about whether it is fact or fiction. Join Us!!!!! Try Stramyard its a great way to get out there!!! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/51633850...

In this episode, we delve into the world of the supernatural, exploring the myths and legends surrounding vampires, werewolves, and witches. The conversation covers their historical origins, cultural significance, and the psychological aspects of fear that keep these stories alive. We also discuss the transformation themes present in these myths, the role of fear in folklore, and how these entities are perceived in modern pop culture. The blending of Christian and pagan beliefs is examined, along with the moral panics that have arisen throughout history. Finally, we consider the future of these myths and how they may continue to evolve in contemporary society.Judd Burton website: https://www.burtonbeyond.net/

Happy Halloween! We're back from a short hiatus for our epic Halloween special on our favourite brain-munching monsters from world mythology, the Zombie! How do these monsters relate to slavery? How can you avoid being on the wrong end and getting turned? Find out this week!Send us a textSupport the showYou can find us on: Myth Monsters Website Spotify Apple Podcasts GoodPods Amazon Music Social media: Twitter BlueSky Instagram Facebook TikTok

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Narrator: Thomas Jones

On this episode, we're giving the feed over to a podcast we think you'll really love - Conversations with Ghosts. It's the newest audio drama from the creators of Archive 81, The Deep Vault, and Generation Crossing, and it's all about loss, history, and the things we leave behind. Conversations with Ghosts follows mausoleum attendant Mal Fleming as he tries to convince the spirits of Grey Briar Cemetery to pass on. In each episode, Mal sits down with a new ghost to build a portrait of their life, their death, and their afterlife... all to help them release whatever still ties their soul to this reality.This episode, “Faded Spirit,” involves Mal Fleming trying to help a ghost who's been at the cemetery so long they've forgotten who they even were to begin with.Find Conversations with Ghosts wherever you get your podcasts.Listening link: https://pod.link/1843137773Website: conversationswithghosts.comFind Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We will conclude our Halloween lead-up week with a discussion about real-life scary stories, features cohost surprises and a lengthy 4 hour roundtable.*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Mason Winfield was raised in the suburbs near Buffalo, NY, the only child of a middle-class family. He was an active, energetic kid. Except for an inquisitive streak, an early predilection for reading and drawing, and that “only child”-thing, he showed few signs of a future author, storyteller, and paranormalist. He did like monsters, though. Books, movies, comics. Except that it could have used a few more monsters, The Seventh Voyage of Sinbad would have been his idea of a perfect movie at age seven. Mason's first brush with psychic phenomena – psi – came during junior high school. A little cult of neighborhood kids played – we do mean “played” – with the ouija board. A gifted amateur psychic taught them about Spiritualism. Mason witnessed several convincing incidents of psi, though he had then, as now, no firm theory about its causes and mechanisms.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

It’s been five years since the COVID-19 vaccine was created and mass-distributed to the American public, and many American’s were pushed to get the vaccine without truly understanding it. But what is the truth about vaccines? Are they safe? Are they helpful? This week on Waterbreak, Gabe and Annie sit down with Dr. John Leake to discuss his book Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality. In this episode, Dr. Leake discusses the history of vaccines and breaks down the science, politics, and ideology of vaccines. Join us for this informative and thought provoking episode of Waterbreak, one that is extremely relavent in today’s world. Check out Annie's website! https://annierench.com/ https://www.instagram.com/anniemrench/ Gabe Rench https://x.com/GMRench Follow Waterbreak at: https://www.instagram.com/waterbreaktv/ https://www.facebook.com/WaterbreakTV/ If you have any questions or thoughts that you’d like to share, reach out at RenchMedia@gmail.com

It’s been five years since the COVID-19 vaccine was created and mass-distributed to the American public, and many American’s were pushed to get the vaccine without truly understanding it. But what is the truth about vaccines? Are they safe? Are they helpful? This week on Waterbreak, Gabe and Annie sit down with Dr. John Leake to discuss his book Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality. In this episode, Dr. Leake discusses the history of vaccines and breaks down the science, politics, and ideology of vaccines. Join us for this informative and thought provoking episode of Waterbreak, one that is extremely relavent in today’s world. Check out Annie's website! https://annierench.com/ https://www.instagram.com/anniemrench/ Gabe Rench https://x.com/GMRench Follow Waterbreak at: https://www.instagram.com/waterbreaktv/ https://www.facebook.com/WaterbreakTV/ If you have any questions or thoughts that you’d like to share, reach out at RenchMedia@gmail.com

Red's away, haunting narratives elsewhere, so Blue and Indigo have a boys' night! From the complete history of Greece to the complete history of terrible movies set in Greece, they tackle it all in a Blue Crew OSPod episode! Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violence, assaults, and murders your English required reading list loves (also we curse sometimes). Treat us like a TV-14 show.OSP has new videos every Friday:https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannelQuestion for the Podcast? Head to the #ask-ospod discord channel:https://discord.gg/OSPMerch:https://overlysarcastic.shopFollow Us:Patreon.com/OSPTwitter.com/OSPyoutubeTwitter.com/sophie_kay_Music By OSP Magenta ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Since it's the week of Halloween, we're breaking out a DOUBLE FEATURE URBAN LEGENDS EPISODE. There's hauntings. There's watery footprints. There's a mysterious pit. Plus, it ends up being a haunted smells-centered episode, much to Amanda's delight/fear. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, racism, drowning, abusive relationships, insects, child endangerment/death, murder, gun violence, family member death, and animal endangerment. Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Get our new Old Wives' Tale Teller Corduroy Hat!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where you can now use the code we shared in the midroll to get 10% off your purchase!Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Halloween is slowly transforming into something new. Catholics and some other denominations of Christianity are now claiming that the festival is itself is, and always was, a Christian holiday. Other Christians are maintaining their claims that it is an evil holiday that should be avoided at all costs. Still, many non-religious, or even satanists, embrace the day as evil. What if all of these arguments miss the point of Halloween? Also, a recent viral post about kids in MAGA-costumes being given laced-candy is nothing more than a modern legend about the razor-in-an-apple, something candy companies certainly profited off for decades, but which was nothing more than an urban legend. The way that people respond to the laced-candy story seems to be a political cope, just as the “Halloween is Christian” hashtag is a religious cope. In both cases, and in one way, we can witness the natural evolution of tradition and legend. In another way, it is a sort of Halloween hot potato. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Ella Watts (Camlann), Eira Major (Hanging Sloth Studios) Hero Owen (Monstrous Productions) and Motzie Dapul (Hi Nay) reunite on another fundraiser livestream to chat about the mythology and folklore of the world and how it relates to audio drama and storytelling.Our third stream fundraising for the Official Hi Nay Comic. Funding until the end of October 2025:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/motziedapul/the-pinoy-monster-horror-anthologyVOD can be found on the official Hi Nay Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_z8GjHr9x0Find out more about this stream's guests and their audio drama work at the links below:https://www.tincanaudio.co.uk/camlannhttps://hangingslothstudios.com/https://www.monstrousproductions.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark A. Carpenter is an anthropologist, explorer and author. He has worked on Mayan archaeological excavations on the Yucatan Peninsula, analyzing prehistoric Mexico. He also spent years living alongside various Native American tribes and Polynesians, in North America and Hawaii, studying their ancient traditions. His expertise is human origin paradigms, and he is considered a rogue cultural scholar, accusing the scientific establishment of conspiracy to distort human history.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Episode 363: The Natural - Robert Redford, Baseball Mythology, and Art as ActivismRobert Redford's death prompts a deep dive into his career, from founding the Sundance Film Institute to playing a Hydra villain in Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Matthew and Paul Hoppe explore how The Natural serves as American mythology, examining what baseball reveals about heroism, economics, and the nature of sports fandom.In This Episode:How did Robert Redford shape independent filmmaking through Sundance?What makes The Natural function as American mythology rather than just a sports movie?Why was Redford's casting in Marvel's Winter Soldier symbolically important for superhero cinema?Can athletes be both mercenaries and heroes?What does baseball fandom reveal about parasocial relationships and entitlement?How do economic realities shape player loyalty and fan expectations?What's the difference between loving the game and treating it as a job?**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page. You can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

“I didn't dig too deep because I didn't want to see pictures of scorpions!”If this episode was just about Serket, it would be 15 minutes long. So, she's being joined in this episode by another goddess! Can you guess who? (DJ sure can!)Other topics include DJ's delivering some excellent wordplay, Darien's deep fear of even digital scorpions, divine support in the marriage bed, DJ guessing Darien's attempt at a twist, a shout-out for Shucked, Darien struggling to pronounce the word “sphere,” and giving the oldest goddess of the Egyptian Pantheon her due.Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of and conversations about scorpions, animal bites, and death by venom.Spoilers for The Court of the Dead and SMITEEnjoy over 100 bonus episodes available NOW on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/musesofmythologyAbout UsMuses of Mythology was created and co-hosted by Darien and DJ Smartt.Our music is Athens Festival by Martin Haene. Our cover art is by Ranpakoka. Find him on Instagram @Ranpakoka  Love the podcast? Support us on Patreon and get instant access to bloopers, outtakes, and bonus episodes! Patreon.com/musesofmythologyGet you hands on podcast merch at Musesofmythology.com/merchFind us @MusesOfMyth on Instagram. Find all of our episodes and episode transcripts at MusesOfMythology.com----------------------- Support the showNo portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Darien Smartt or Davis Smartt.

Watch on YouTubeIn this episode of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson, we delve into the captivating world of gothic literature with the talented Laura Purcell. Join us as we discuss her latest novel, House of Splinters, a prequel to her bestselling book, The Silent Companions. Set in a haunted house in 1775, the story follows Belinda as she uncovers dark family secrets while trying to protect her children from the shadows of the past.Laura shares her writing journey, including the challenges and pressures of crafting a prequel that honors its predecessor while standing on its own. We explore the intricacies of character development, the balance of historical accuracy, and how personal experiences shape her storytelling. Additionally, we discuss the ever-changing landscape of publishing and the importance of resilience in a writer's career.This episode is a fascinating exploration of creativity, the gothic genre, and the art of storytelling, offering listeners insights into the mind of a writer who continues to push boundaries.Follow Laura PurcellBuy House of Splinters"Enjoying 'The Conversation'? Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️https://ko-fi.com/nadinemathesonPurchase books by the featured authors through my affiliate shop on Bookshop.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The story of a young man who dressed as an SS officer for Halloween, and was assaulted, is the pulse of our society. In a time where a man can dress as a psychopath or murderer, a woman as a degenerate whore, an historical costume of fine detail is rejected with violence by mobs of hysterical, brain dead drones. Worse still, the man was charged with assault despite the woman he supposedly assaulted assaulting him on camera - itself part of another issue that involves double standards for men and women in society. It shows the acceptability of violence if it is considered justified and the violence against men if the same is considered justified. Hindu and Buddhist swastikas, or the Manji, are treated in like manner by ignorance. Otherwise, it's perfectly acceptable to wave flags with a hammer and sickle that represent an ideology that not only killed hundreds of millions of people in the 20th century alone, but that is making a resurgence today with terrifying numbers of people demanding its implementation. Furthermore, these things have been blamed somehow on Islam when its founders were actually close to being exclusively Jewish. Similar reactions of screaming and curses can be found on the religious right when confronted by witch costumes. What is happening here if not the reactions of cult adherents? Underlying these topics is the lack of definition about many of things we accept or condemn by reflex action. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

This week we look at the daimonic goddess Styx, who is a personification of the river in Hades, but is also associated with Hatred. Her children are Victory, Force, and Rivalry, and Zeus rewarded her help in the Titanomachy by making the gods swear oaths upon her waters. Why do the qualities of a valiant warrior have their origin in a god of hatred? Is it a statement about war, or something else? The psychological possibilities may surprise you. 

Dr. Peter McCullough joins us to reveal how vaccines are harming millions while shaping the future of public health from his book Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology and Reality. (J2748)

Nomoli figurines are among the earliest works of art from Sierra Leone. The figurines and similar stone sculptures are the only known remains of an empire that existed hundreds of years ago in what is now Sierra Leone and Liberia. Portuguese explorers first recorded the existence of the figurines in the fifteenth century. Nomoli figurines are often associated with the Mende people as they are often buried on Mende land. The Mende and Kissi people of Sierra Leone place these small statues near their homes and in fields of crops as a form of protection, in the belief that the Nomoli figurines will give them good health and good harvests. They also consult the statues as oracles. During the 20th century, Sierra Leonean immigrants brought their ancestors' Nomoli figurines with them to the United States as a way to preserve the spiritual powers of the past.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Kaleidoscope Visions panel presents this month's “MOON PHASES-Fingers of Fate”. This pattern coordinates continual adjustments as a cardinal new moon moves into fixed archetypal moon phases.The Finger of Fate pattern (YOD) requires adjusting between its energetic dynamics without any easy resolution. The quincunx of 150° aspect requires recalibration causing a constant, dynamic tension. Essentially, an internal ‘push-pull' as we ‘lean into' experiencing one energy to the other. Seeking to coordinate their cosmic reflection into our life. Potentially this month involves a process of adjusting to create a new path of perspectives with our ego, our emotions, our values, and thinking.Opening the four moon phases begins with the New Moon at 28 degrees Libra. It heralds the start of a six-month pattern of new moons at 28 degrees of archetypal fulfilment. Libra involves a desire to balance between extremes presented by any polarity. Here, looking at the values to heal from toxicity. Following phases all in fixed signs will be the first quarter moon on Oct 29 at 6°30 Aquarius, the Full Moon on Nov 5 at 13°22' Taurus, and third quarter moon on Nov 12 at 20°04' Leo.The moon's our personal planet regulating the past coming into the present. Weekly the moon systematic monthly cycle transitions from the New Moon to first quarter, Full Moon, and third quarter moon phases. Daily moving 12-13 degrees, the moon moves through a Zodiac sign in two & a half days.Joining Sue Rose Minahan from Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawai'i are Kaleidoscope Visions panel members, Amanda Pierce, and John Chinworth of Seattle. Speaker bios are listed below and on the Talk Cosmos website.Catch new episodes weekly through YouTube, Facebook, radio, and podcast platforms. Be sure to stay connected and subscribe to TalkCosmos.com to access the latest content, including curated panels and subject-themed playlists.JOHN CHINWORTH: Consultant, Conference Lecturer, Writer/Poet. Diploma from the International Academy of Astrology (IAA) in 2021. More than two decades of experience. Lectured at NORWAC, and SFAS | Obsessed with mythology & branded the Greco-Roman pantheon into his psyche | Past board member of WSAA |Teaches and mentors developmentally disabled and resource students for many years | Pens poems and does road trips around Washington. email: archerstars@gmail.com | website: https://www.skypathastro.comAMANDA PIERCE: blends her eclectic style of astrology and energy magic around a soul-centered approach to life and healing. With a B.A. in Psychology, Astrology and Energy Work Consultation | Meditation | Writing & Editing. Empowerment-based Meditation: teaching in-person 4-week series classes. Email: Amandamoonastrology@gmail.com Past WSAA Board Member | UAC 2018 Volunteer Coordinator.SUE ‘ROSE' MINAHAN: Evolutionary Astrologer Consultant, Speaker, Writer, Dwarf Planet University graduate & teacher's assistant; Vibrational Astrology student, Kepler Astrology Toastmaster Charter Member; member of Wine Country Speakers; holds an Associate of Fine Arts Music Degree, & a Certificate of Fine Arts in Jazz. Artist & musician. Mythology enthusiast. Founder of Talk Cosmos weekly conversations awaken heart and soul consciousness. 2025 Season 8. https://www.talkcosmos.com#TalkCosmosKaleidoscopeVisions #SueMinahan #JohnChinworth #AmandaPierce #astrologyYouTubeconversations #MajorLunarPhases #talkcosmos #Kaleidoscopevisions #astrologypodcastweather #TalkCosmos #SkyPathAstro #TalkCosmosYouTubeChannel #KKNWAM #libranewmoon #firstquarterMoon #QuarterMoon #moonphases #astrologyfacts #astrologywisdom #astrologyinsights #astrologypodcasts #radiopodcast #youtubeconversationpodcasts #jupiterincancer #saturninaries #neptuneinaries #astroweather #cosmos #uranusingemini #libraseason #moonenergy #astrologytips #astrologyfacts #astrologywisdom #libraseasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

主播：Meimei（中国）+ Maelle（法国） 音乐：Coffee with Me今年夏天，主播Maelle去了希腊——一个集神话、美食、古典建筑于一体的美丽岛屿国家。今天我们就和Maelle一起走进希腊。01. Athens: the Ancient and Modern World 希腊古今交融之都——雅典主播Maelle一共去了四个不同的地方：Kefalonia island (凯法利尼亚岛), the little town of Fiscardo (菲斯卡多), the capital of the island (岛屿的首都) called Argostoli (阿尔戈斯托利), and Athens (雅典)。雅典（Athens）是希腊的首都，是希腊神话里女神的名字。Athens was a huge surprise for her. It wasn't even on her travel list before. 但主播Maelle说：“Once I got there (一到那里), I fell in love with it. The history, the food, the kindness of the people and the ruins (古遗址)! The architecture is breathtaking.”Architecture /ˈɑrkɪˌtektʃər/ n. 建筑Breathtaking /ˈbreθˌteɪkɪŋ/ adj. 令人惊叹的，惊艳的One part of the trip that really stood out (引人注目的): the connection between the modern city and the ancient past (现代与古代的连接). 在雅典，你或许正穿行于遍布咖啡馆的街道，猛然一拐弯（turn a corner）——卫城（Acropolis）便赫然映入眼帘，帕特农神庙（Parthenon）静静守护着整座城市。Acropolis /ə'krɒpəlɪs/ n. 雅典卫城Parthenon /ˈpɑ:θinɔn/ n. 帕特农神庙它是献给智慧女神雅典娜的建筑，非常有历史意义。It made people feel like time is layered (时空交叠). Like we're walking on top of thousands of years of stories. 人们在现代日常生活，而脚下却是几千年前的文明遗迹。What's even more amazing is how the ancient and modern worlds exist side by side (共存). 想象一下喝着咖啡、遛着狗（walking dogs）、骑着电动车（riding scooters），自己的脚下就是玻璃地板（glass floors），而透过去就能看到这些历史的痕迹。Side by side：肩并肩，并排；在这里是指共存。There's something really humbling (令人肃然起敬) about that. 不管现代社会发展的如何，we're still connected to this deep, ancient past (我们的根都深深的与过去连接). It's quiet, but powerful.02. Greek Food and Island Culture Representative 希腊美食和岛屿文化“代表” 希腊美食久负盛名。主播Maelle品尝了酸奶黄瓜（Tzatziki）和肉末茄子饼（Moussaka），并表示这是她吃过最棒的酸奶黄瓜。 Tzatziki：酸奶黄瓜，一种酸奶蘸酱（a yogurt-based dip），里面有garlic（大蒜）和cucumber（黄瓜），非常清新的味道（refreshing）。Moussaka：木莎卡（肉末茄子饼），一种由eggplants（茄子）和肉馅烤制的（baked）美食。这让主播Meimei联想到了中国的茄盒（stuffed eggplant）。主播Maelle thought everything was super fresh. Even a simple salad with feta cheese (希腊奶酪) and olives (橄榄) tasted like summer. 除此之外，尤其在Kefalonia（凯法利尼亚）这样的岛屿上还有很多grilled fish and seafood（烤鱼和海鲜）。主播Meimei表示：“有青岛人最爱的海鲜，听着就已经馋了！”凯法利尼亚是一座宁静祥和的小岛。Clear blue waters, colorful buildings and cats everywhere... It's the kind of place where you just slow down. Fiscardo (菲斯卡多) was like a postcard (明信片).��为什么希腊的小猫随处可见呢？Because cats in Greece are kind of part of the culture. 它们大部分是strays（流浪猫）, but they're well-fed (吃得好的) and respected. People feed them, and they just roam (漫步) freely. 它们几乎已经成为了岛上生活的象征（become almost symbolic of island life）—— calm, independent (独立的)，and always lounging (懒洋洋地躺着) in the sun！主播Meimei表示：“听起来它们就像是来度假的！每天晒太阳、自由自在，还不愁吃，真的很符合地中海岛屿这种惬意的氛围感。”03. Mythology and Discovery in Greece 希腊的神话与发现希腊还是众多神话的发源地，就连街道的命名也源自众神（gods and goddesses），为整座城市笼罩上浓郁的神话色彩。在希腊，像Athena（雅典娜）、Apollo（阿波罗）、Hermes（赫米斯）等神话名字常常被用来作为街道的名字。It really gives you the feeling that mythology (神话) is still alive in the city. One place that stood out (引人注目) to Maelle was the Acropolis Museum (卫城博物馆). 这是一个modern museum，但它的顶层设计和山上的帕特农神庙完全一致（align perfectly）。除此之外，卫城博物馆的顶层设计和山上的帕特农神庙有完全一致的角度和方向（exact same angle and orientation）。So when you're up there, you're facing the original temple (真正的神庙) as if you're inside it. 甚至还有透明的（transparent）地板，可以看到脚下的遗迹，真的把“过去”保留在“现在”的空间里了。It is really well thought out (这是很巧妙的构思). The fun fact is that the museum is also at the center of a big controversy (争议、有争议的话题) - the Elgin Marbles (“埃尔金大理石雕塑”或“帕特农神庙雕塑”). ��What is the Elgin Marbles controversy?“埃尔金大理石雕塑”争议的核心是什么？埃尔金大理石雕塑是最初装饰（decorate）帕特农神庙的雕塑（sculptures）。19世纪初，英国贵族（nobleman）Lord Elgin在希腊处于奥斯曼帝国统治期间（under Ottoman rule），将这些文物凿下运走（remove），转卖给了伦敦的大英博物馆（British Museum）。所以现在大英博物馆还存有Greek sculptures（希腊雕塑）。When you go to the Acropolis Museum (雅典卫城博物馆), you can actually see the original spaces left empty (原来的位置是空的). It really adds another layer (增加了另外一层内容) to the experience. 你看到的不仅是雕塑，还有这些雕塑承载的政治（politics），历史身份（identity）和文化基调（culture play out through history）。Greece is like a real-life (现实中的) storybook. 雅典卫城本身是献给（dedicated to）智慧与战争女神雅典娜的（Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war）。Athena /əˈθinə/ n. 雅典娜雅典娜是希腊神话中的智慧女神，也是战争与工艺之神。传说中，雅典娜与海神波塞冬（Poseidon）争夺这座城市的守护权。她献上象征和平与繁荣（peace and prosperity）的橄榄树（olive tree），最终赢得了民众的拥戴——雅典由此得名（how Athens got its name）！而且这些神的名字我们在日常英语中也经常会遇到，比如“Athena”在西方文化中常被用作学校或机构的名字，象征智慧。主播Maelle的希腊之旅wasn't just a vacation - it was a discovery (探索). It reminded (提醒) us how travel opens your heart and mind.旅行不仅仅只是看自然风景，更是让我们去经历不同的人生风景，看到不同文化的美和力量。欢迎留言告诉我们：你有没有哪些有趣和震撼的旅行经历呢？Have you had any really amazing or incredible travel experiences?

The huge rightwing backlash over the President lighting Diwali candles has exposed a new phase of collapse in American society and the rule of law. What were calls to ban Islam, deport Muslims, and prevent their entry, has grown louder to now include Hindus and anyone else not worshiping one narrow fragment of Christianity. For all those who, by the Constitution, defended Christian conservatism it is a huge slap in the face. Mostly because the right has quickly become the worst version of itself and exactly what the left accused. However, it appears there are other players here too. A recent education report card shows that a third of American students are so illiterate they cannot even comprehend the basic order of events in a single passage or summary. Mix this with revamped religious zealotry and you have uneducated maniacs ready to fight a holy war over texts they can hardly even read. The theme we are seeing unfold is that the United States and Constitution are old news and that all efforts should be focused on starting armageddon by blindly following the nation-state of Israel. The words of pastor John Hagee at the Christians United for Israel conference demand Americans to accept that Jews are not merely chosen but “above all the people on the face of the earth,” including the “United States of America.” This ideology aligns with an Israeli firm's plan to target Christians across the U.S. with Christian propaganda in excess of the Scofield Bible. The firm is called Show Faith Works, and rather than it being yet another holocaust reminder, it is a Jesus and Israel reminder with mobile museums and workshops. If all other religions can be condemned, including certain sects of Christianity, by the natural Christian reaction, mixed with Judaic propaganda, to damn all but Jesus, then what remains of Christianity will be nothing but a puppet with an Israeli hand. Furthermore, the arguments being made against religions like Hinduism or the festival of Diwali are tantamount to children not understanding why they shouldn't play in the road. The extreme right has even sunken so low as to be prepared to rewrite the Constitution for Christ.  *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

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We welcome back past and future guest Lauren Shippen to talk about her newest shows, her childhood experiences being haunted, and how both real and fictional demons have shaped her work. Then, Lauren turns the tables on US for a conversation about creativity, the supernatural, and finding hope in a creative world. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, murder, homophobia, racism, white supremacy, colonization, and possession. GuestLauren Shippen is an audio drama creator behind shows like The Bright Sessions, Two Thousand and Late, Maxine Miles, and Bridgewater. She creates inclusive, character-focused stories that will make you feel things. When she's not writing, she's working to make audio drama as accessible as it can be, by providing free resources to new creators. She also spends a lot of time on Tumblr.Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Get our new Old Wives' Tale Teller Corduroy Hat!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where you can now use the code we shared in the midroll to get 10% off your purchase!Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Monsters come in many forms and each has its own definition and interpretation. Sometimes monsters are separate from other scary creatures and other times they help categorize them. In the pre-ancient world, monsters were natural disasters and phenomena, symbolized by Titans. We actually create Titan-like gods today when we name hurricanes, and we perform appeasement rituals when we advocate for green policies and products to stop the destruction of an attack. In the ancient world monsters were outsiders, people with birth defects, people who were deformed from an accident, people who were tall or short (relatively), etc. Today we take the tall and small alike and profit from them still in the form of entertainment just as they were paraded through royal palaces in the past in Europe. In the pre-modern world, the latter ideas were maintained but monsters were shaped into theological demons, largely extracted from vegetation myths and zealous-imagination. More modern monsters have been defined by movies, ecology, and psychology. Also, from Dracula and Michael Myers to Godzilla and zombies, science can explain just as much as the supernatural classifications can. Dracula sucks “life force,” Michael is “pure evil” that cannot be killed, Godzilla is the folly of man, and zombies may be formed by drugs or fungus. Horror is such because it brings the abnormal to view, by sound, children, clowns, dolls and the general “uncanny valley.” The fear of snakes and danger of electricity certainly contributed to Medusa's ability, just as deer antlers contributed to the devil. Humans have also grown horns or tales, even in contemporary times, while some have suffered from clawed hands from ectrodactyly. Modern political and religious monsters are in abundance, too, and some are so vile they essentially suffer from clinical lycanthropy. Unable to control their emotions they transform into beasts and scream like a banshee. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

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This conversation with Peter delves into the rich history and culture of Britain, exploring the interplay between myth and reality, particularly through the lens of Arthurian legends and the influence of Christianity. We also delve into the exploration of ancient civilizations, focusing on archaeological finds, the Neolithic period, and the connections between zodiac symbols and historical narratives. We discuss the significance of cultural exchanges, the influence of geography on ancient societies, and the legacy of figures like Arthur in the context of myth and history. Peter also touches on the idea of secret knowledge being passed down through generations, highlighting the intertwining of history and mythology in understanding our past. We look for connections between the Holy Grail, the Bronze and Iron Ages, and the historical context of King Arthur. Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access!https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpentSupport the show with a paypal donation:https://paypal.me/snakebros

We're dropping a seasonally-appropriate spooky episode from the bonus feed because we REALLY want a third Hellaween graphic novel. It's our hope that hearing our discussion of the first volume will encourage you to read it yourself! And then read Hellaween: Spellbent! And then follow author Moss Lawton on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dinolich/ and tell them how much you loved their books and want to read another one! A witch, a werewolf, and a vampire go to Hot Topic! And that's not even the best part of this wonderfully spooky graphic novel!Spoiler's for Hellaween by Moss LawtonContent Warning: This episode contains mentions of car accidents, blood, and physical violence. Listen to our discussion about Hellaween: Spellbent on Patreon! Patreon.com/musesofmythologyAbout UsMuses of Mythology was created and co-hosted by Darien and DJ Smartt.Our music is Athens Festival by Martin Haene. Our cover art is by Ranpakoka. Find him on Instagram @Ranpakoka Love the podcast? Support us on Patreon and get instant access to bloopers, outtakes, and bonus episodes! Patreon.com/musesofmythologyGet you hands on podcast merch at Musesofmythology.com/merchFind us @MusesOfMyth on Instagram. Find all of our episodes and episode transcripts at MusesOfMythology.com----------------------- Support the showNo portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Darien Smartt or Davis Smartt.

Joining us today is the legendary book designer and writer behind projects like Batman: Death by Design with Dave Taylor, Mythology and Marvelocity with Alex Ross, Batman: Animated and Dark Knight: A True Batman Story with Paul Dini, and most recently The Avengers in the Veracity Trap! with artist Michael Cho over at Abrams Books.It is our pleasure to welcome Chip Kidd onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast!---Thank you Oni Press & Endless Comics, Cards & Games for sponsoring The Oblivion Bar PodcastFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokFollow us on BlueSkyConsider supporting us over on PatreonThank you DreamKid for our Oblivion Bar musicThank you KXD Studios for our Oblivion Bar art

An Amazon Bestselling Author, Alex Apostol first started independently publishing her books in 2012. Her first series, Chronicles of a Supernatural Huntsman, has made the top 100 on Amazon's list for Supernatural Thrillers, Myths & Mythology, and Folklore & Fairytales. Dead Soil has quickly been climbing the charts and become a fan favorite and continues to be her bestseller. Novel Notes was the first journal she designed and has been a stable bestseller for Writing Skills Reference books. Novel Notes Journal: https://a.co/d/725jDyOFind Alex Instagram: www.intsagram.com/writeralexapostol (@writeralexapostol)Dead Soil 10th Anniversary presale: https://a.co/d/0qTLQozSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

The legends of vampires extend far beyond Romania and Stoker's "Dracula." Most are based on five major pillars: misunderstandings of decomposition and death, porphyria, rabies, improper burials, and either accidents or grave disturbances. The majority of these monsters can be repelled by garlic since it kills bacteria, fungus, and the like, including parasites. In some cases the vampire consumes only life force, as in China, though the idea of Qi or Prana (India), is found within the vital life-carrying substance of blood itself. Interestingly, researcher have found that blood does in fact carry the literal ability of rejuvenating the old, something reported by Stanford and Harvard. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Thanks to our sponsor of the episode! Don't forget to get your copy of "A Charge to Keep" now!https://www.amazon.com/Charge-Keep-Immutable-Leadership-Lessons/dp/B0FKLRLMGCAward-winning screenwriter Leon Chills joins host Manika to discuss his new screenplay "Believe in the Boy Who Dreams" : a moving, anime-inspired story about family, love, and self-discovery. Known for his work on The Wilds (Amazon Prime) and Shadow Force, Chills dives deep into how parenthood, mental health, and representation in storytelling shape his creative process.In this episode, Manika and Leon explore how Believe in the Boy Who Dreams bridges anime influences like Paprika, Demon Slayer, and Bleach with powerful themes of family therapy, black fatherhood, and healing through imagination. Leon also opens up about leaving a corporate career to chase creativity, how storytelling became his therapy, and why animation may be the future of emotional storytelling.

The eight pointed star, or octagram, is a universal talisman of protection against evil. It also represents the various emanations of creation. What else does it represent and what does it have to do with Halloween?*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Divinatory practices were an important part of traditional Halloween ritual. The veil between worlds was thinned by both the season transition and the close proximity of our ancestors to the spirits of nature. Surviving winter was a superstitious and hopeful affair and divination eased the transition, just as it provided comfort for the living and dead. One was either to be prosperous or die. Most divination was focused on marriage, from apples and cabbage to kale and nuts. The forbidding of divination in various religious texts, and the emphasis placed on the one true God, is a matter of perspective considering the Druids, with Christian symbols, held this God to be found in nature and sky. Divination today is often done behind a thicker veil and for less serious reasons. In 2025 it is even easier to turn to Grok or ChatGPT, perhaps one of a number of religious applications, to fulfill the spiritual need, consult oracles, and commune with the other side. However, this is leading rapidly to false prophets, psychosis, and paranoid delusion. Interestingly, up to half of all chatbots and AI driven systems are released in the fall months, and up to a third of all cases of violence or psychosis resulting from chatbot use occurs in the same timeframe. A recent ritual EDM show at the pyramids in Egypt takes the discussion to another dimension. On a stage set by two massive pillars and wire, a laser light show produced an enormous robot that broke through the portal glass on October 10. The show was called Quantum DJ and The End of Genesys, the latter indicating perhaps the end of organic evolution and the start of synthetic change. Whereas the Druids danced east to west in alignment with the sun, and the whirling dervishes in circles to align with the planets, an EDM show themed by the end of God's creation and drug field orgy of mindless erratic dancing is sure to invoke the absolute worst from the other side. The AI apps that people believe have connected them with God have instead connected them with the black mirror and a world of death with no hope of internal salvation. The modern idea of artificial intelligence itself may be akin to a sinister ancient intelligence that our ancestors sought to protect themselves against. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEBuyMe-CoffeePaypal: rdgable1991@gmail.comCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Blue is away so the girls will talk about Star Trek for a surprisingly long time! Or maybe not so surprising. Also in this episode, a brief word on New Zealand, the layers of cartoon analysis, and NYCC merch acquisitions! Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violence, assaults, and murders your English required reading list loves (also we curse sometimes). Treat us like a TV-14 show.OSP has new videos every Friday:https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannelQuestion for the Podcast? Head to the #ask-ospod discord channel:https://discord.gg/OSPMerch:https://overlysarcastic.shopFollow Us:Patreon.com/OSPTwitter.com/OSPyoutubeTwitter.com/sophie_kay_Music By OSP Magenta ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

You know the story: A couple at makeout point hears some strange noises, drives home, discovers a bloody hook on their car door. But where did this story come from? And why do we keep telling it? This episode, we even dredge into true crime territory to reveal some of the potential origins of this infamous urban legend. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, gore, sexual content, assault, murder, ableism, misogyny, violence, hanging, blood, law enforcement, gun violence, and imprisonment. Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Get our new Old Wives' Tale Teller Corduroy Hat!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Sponsors- Shaker & Spoon is a subscription cocktail service that helps you learn how to make hand-crafted cocktails right at home. Get $20 off your first box at shakerandspoon.com/coolFind Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Let's Talk About Myths, Baby!  shares the most entertaining and enraging stories from 'Classical' mythology (and, often, ancient history of the wider Mediterranean!) casually, contemporarily, and (more often than not) sarcastically. Creator and host Liv Albert is author of Greek Mythology: the Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook, Nectar of the Gods, and an upcoming children's retelling of the Odyssey.Photo of Liv by Stef Martin. About Missing WitchesAmy Torok and Risa Dickens produce the Missing Witches Podcast. We do every aspect from research to recording, it is a DIY labour of love and craft. Missing Witches is entirely member-supported, and getting to know the members of our Coven has been the most fun, electrifying, unexpectedly radical part of the project. These days the Missing Witches Coven gathers in our private, online coven circle to offer each other collaborative courses in ritual, weaving, divination, and more; we organize writing groups and witchy book clubs; and we gather on the Full and New Moon from all over the world. Our coven includes solitary practitioners, community leaders, techno pagans, crones, baby witches, neuroqueers, and folks who hug trees and have just been looking for their people. Our coven is trans-inclusive, anti-racist, feminist, pro-science, anti-ableist, and full of love. If that sounds like your people, come find out more. Please know that we've been missing YOU. https://www.missingwitches.com/join-the-coven/

5. The Raven: Mythology, Intelligence, and Return AUTHOR: Stephen Moss BOOK TITLE: 10 Birds That Changed the World This excerpt examines the large, highly intelligent Raven (a crow on steroids). Its deep mythology stretches from the earliest civilizations, including Norse legend, where Odin's ravens (Huginn and Muninn) flew around the world as his eyes and ears. The myth states that if the ravens leave the Tower of London, the kingdom will fall. Historically regarded as harbingers of doom and persecuted as scavengers, ravens are currently making a successful, adaptable comeback in Britain. 1849

Hot girl summer is over, it's girl with the green ribbon autumn. If you were scarred by this story when you were a kid, you're going to love this episode where we dig into the history of beheadings, hangings, and Washington Irving's kink, which led to a tale that we have told over and over again. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, illness, execution, beheading, hanging, sexual content, necrophilia, war, animal death, murder, violence against women, and suicide. Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Get our new Old Wives' Tale Teller Corduroy Hat!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Sponsors- Uncommon Goods, where you can get 15% off at http://uncommongoods.com/spirits Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.