Podcasts about Saturnalia

• Explores in depth the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season• Looks at the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus, as well as female gift bringers, holiday Spirits, and Yuletide animals• Shares crafts such as how to make a Yule Log, practices such as Winter Solstice divinations, and recipes for traditional foods and drinksFor millennia cultures have taken time out to honor the darkest days of the year with lights, foods, and festivities.In ancient Egypt, people decorated their homes with greenery at the festival of the rebirth of the God Horus. The ancient Romans shared gifts, especially candles, at the midwinter festival of Saturnalia. In Scandinavian and Germanic cultures, the Yule Log was burned in the hearth, fruit orchards were wassailed, and sheaves of wheat were displayed to carry luck into the New Year. In Celtic cultures, mummers and guisers went door to door, and European mistletoe (Viscum album) was gathered by Druids as a medicinal and magical aid.Ellen Evert Hopman shares folklore, recipes, rituals, and crafts to enliven your Yuletide observance. She explores the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus as well as holiday Spirits and Yuletide animals. She explains how to perform Winter Solstice divinations and make traditional foods and drinks such as Elizabethan gingerbread cookies and Wassail. And she looks in depth at the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season such as Frankincense and Myrrh, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Hibiscus, Bayberry, and many more. This guide offers practical and magical ways to celebrate and honor the darkest days of the year.Ellen Evert Hopman is a master herbalist and lay homeopath, who has been a Druidic initiate since 1984. She is a founding member of the Order of the White Oak, the Archdruidess and founder of Tribe of the Oak, a former professor at the Grey School of Wizardry, and a member of the Grey Council of Mages and Sages. She is the author of Celtic herbals and Druid novels, including Secret Medicines from Your Garden, The Sacred Herbs of Samhain, and Once Around the Sun: Stories, Crafts, and Recipes to Celebrate the Sacred Earth Year. She lives in Massachusetts.https://elleneverthopman.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

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Episode Synopsis:Is Christmas simply a holiday of trees and presents, eggnog and candy canes, or do the cryptic traditions of man conceal an evil presence being worshiped during this winter holiday?We talk about this and much more, including:Does the pagan celebration of the Winter Solstice have anything to do with December traditions?Is there any way Jesus could have been born on December 25th? If not, then why do we “remember” His birth on this day?How has two of ancient Rome's most prominent pagan festivals, Sol Invictus and Saturnalia, influenced the Christian celebration of Christmas?What is Yule and why do we talk and sing about it during the Christmas season?Is there any connection between the American “flu” season and the practicing of pagan holy days?What has God said about the ways in which we worship Him, and does He get anything out of Christians observing Christmas?Original Air DateDecember 18th, 2024Show HostsJason Spears & Christopher DeanOur PatreonConsider joining our Patreon Squad and becoming a Tier Operator to help support the show and get access to exclusive content like:Links and ResourcesStudio NotesA monthly Zoom call with Jason and Christopher And More…Connect With UsLetsTalk@ORPpodcast.comFacebookInstagram

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Is hell an eternal conscious torment or like the annihilationist view that non-believers will cease to exist? Will there be literal animal sacrifices in the future temple? When someone commits suicide, does their soul go to heave or hell? Why do mourners say 'may their soul rest in place'? Why can't God comfort those going through depression like He did with Elijah? Is Christmas related to the ancient Roman festival, Saturnalia? What precautions does Pastor Murphy have for someone studying psychology at a secular university? Why did Jesus have to be born of a virgin? How much did Mary know about her child and His future? Was Jesus born on December 25th? What practical help can you offer to deal with stress? Is Judas in hell or heaven since he betrayed Christ and hung himself? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses these and other listener questions.

Las excavaciones confirman la existencia de pequeñas comunidades judías en Belén y Nazaret, además del hallazgo de pesebres de piedra del siglo I que encajan con las descripciones de las escrituras. Uno de los puntos más reveladores es la base científica de la estrella de Navidad, identificada gracias a tablillas cuneiformes y estudios astronómicos como una conjunción de Júpiter y Saturno en la constelación de Piscis ocurrida hacia el año 7 a.C., coincidiendo cronológicamente con el censo de César Augusto y el reinado de Herodes.No obstante, María señala que el nacimiento probablemente no ocurrió en diciembre, ya que la presencia de pastores con sus rebaños sugiere la primavera o el otoño, siendo la fecha actual una elección posterior para sustituir la fiesta romana de la Saturnalia. Finalmente, María subraya que investigar la infancia de Jesús es complejo porque Belén y Nazaret eran pequeñas aldeas agropecuarias, lo que dificulta encontrar restos arqueológicos en comparación con las grandes ciudades donde transcurrió su etapa final.Comprender la figura histórica de Jesús a través de estos hallazgos es como reconstruir un antiguo mosaico del que solo conservamos unas pocas piezas originales: aunque no tengamos la imagen completa del milagro, los fragmentos de cerámica, las posiciones de los astros y los registros administrativos nos permiten confirmar que el escenario donde se colocaron esas piezas era totalmente real.

In this episode of Spirit Talk, we take a step back, (way back), to explore where our modern Christmas traditions really come from. After a brief personal catch-up, I felt called to pause the heavier storytelling and instead lean into the season itself. What is it about this time of year that feels so powerful, so emotional, and so universal? Together, we explore the ancient roots of Christmas traditions that long predate Christianity, including:

The holiday you know wasn't born under twinkle lights. It was assembled—piece by piece—out of Star Wars, Sol Invictus and Saturnalia, immigrant folklore and Protestant pushback, department store spectacle and the irresistible pull of a good story. We follow that winding path from Rome's calendar to America's shopping aisles, showing how gift giving shifted from communal ritual to commercial engine and why the myth of a “pure” Christmas never really existed here.We dig into the colonial bans and 19th-century legalization that set the stage for a retail renaissance, when newspapers sold Santa, window displays became cathedrals of commerce, and cards and ornaments scaled through industrial craft. Santa's look didn't start with Coca-Cola; it coalesced from poems and prints that mass marketing spread nationwide. Then we jump to 1977, where George Lucas's bet on merchandising collided with demand: Kenner couldn't make Star Wars figures by Christmas, so it sold promises—the Early Bird Certificate Package. An empty box with stickers and a pledge should have flopped. Instead, scarcity and story turned IOUs into the season's hottest gift and birthed the modern collector boom.The throughline is startling and useful: American Christmas has always blended wonder with salesmanship, moral tales with marketing, generosity with buying. That doesn't cheapen the meaning we make; it puts the power back in our hands. Understand the machinery, keep what matters, and let the rest go. If this history reshaped how you see the season—or made you smile at the audacity of that Star Wars “empty box”—tap follow, share with a friend who loves holiday lore, and drop a review to help more curious listeners find us.

Boże Narodzenie bez lukru: fakty, mity i symbole. Rozbieramy święta na czynniki pierwsze – od choinki i historii św. Mikołaja, przez datę 25 grudnia i Saturnalia, po Heroda, Betlejem vs. Nazaret i „stajenkę”, której w źródłach… nie ma. Wchodzimy w apokryfy o dzieciństwie Jezusa, demitologizujemy Trzech Króli (to byli magowie), pokazujemy, jak różne kultury przeżywają to samo święto i gdzie Ewangelie się rozchodzą. Na koniec: gwiazda betlejemska, skąd wzięły się kolędy i dlaczego współcześnie ważniejsza od prezentów bywa uwaga i wspólny stół. Rozmowa z prof. Marcinem Majewskim – teologiem i biblistą – o świętach jako nowym początku i zwycięstwie światła nad mrokiem.

Pat is in the driving seat this week, explaining to Milo and Phoebe what Suetonius thinks about the man who found Rome a city of brick but did some rather nifty cladding work. We also get into the thorny issue of Nolan's Odyssey and which director we would rather have. Sign up to the Patreon for twice as much of this podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/c/mastersofpod You can see Milo on Tour in Birmingham, Leicester Europe and Ireland here: https://www.miloedwards.co.uk/liveshows Merry Christmas and or Saturnalia depending on your preference!

Revisit this holiday episode that looks into the botanical origins of many Christmas traditions in Saturnalia, Yule, and other winter celebrations.

Think Christmas has always been wholesome and holy? Think again.In A Very Pagan Christmas, we rip the halo off the holiday and dive headfirst into its messier origins — from the boozy chaos of Saturnalia, to bonfires, goat symbolism, and the general “let's survive winter” vibes of Yule. We even take a detour into the nightmare fuel that is Perchtenlauf — because nothing says seasonal cheer like demon masks and public terror.We unpack how Christianity quietly rebranded all of this into Christmas, why the joy-killing Puritans literally banned the holiday, and how the Victorian era dragged it back from the dead, added mistletoe, and told us all to behave.It's festive. It's forbidden. It's historically unhinged — and it'll make you question everything you were taught about Christmas.EXCLUSIVE FEED Spotify subscribers get ad free content, early access and exclusive bonus episodes .Paid supporters on Patreon, Join us for Macabre Movie Nights and Game Nights :⁠⁠ Macabre Patreon⁠⁠Send in your stories for a future listener episode!Email us at thatssomacabre@gmail.comJoin our private Facebook Group at :⁠⁠ MacabrePodcast⁠⁠Get Macabre Exclusive Merch @ www.gothiccthreads.comSOURCES:

VYS0055 | Merry ChristMups! - The Muppet Christmas Carol - Vayse to Face with Phil Ristaino: Saturnalia 2025 - Show Notes God help us, every one! 'Tis the season of good will to all creatures and, even better, that jolly old elf, Phil Ristaino, returns to Vayse after an absence of only 4 episodes for an urgent meeting about the Muppet Christmas Carol, a film which he had never seen before researching for the episode! With Phil's help and encouragement Hine and Buckley joyously delve into a film which has been a Vayse favourite for over 3 decades, discussing the sad and sudden demise of the genius that was Jim Henson, the connections between the muppets and spirituality, why the Muppet Christmas Carol is one of the best Christmas movies, if not one of the best movies ever made, how the spirit of Jim Henson visited his successor to the voice of Kermit... and how the Muppets got the best performance of his career out of Michael Caine (recorded 4 December 2025). 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Panto, short for pantomime, has become a staple of British Christmas celebrations but surprisingly its origins are neither British or Christmassy. It has its roots in the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, which was celebrated in December and involved dressing up as the opposite gender, swapping roles, and having a lot of fun. The word ‘pantomime' comes from the Latin ‘pantomimus', which means ‘actor who plays every role'. The Romans also had a tradition of performing plays called mummia, which were based on stories from Egypt. How did panto come to Britain? What are some of the earliest examples of panto in Britain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What were the Most Shocking Moments of the Turner Prize?⁠ ⁠What's really in vegan meat substitutes?⁠ ⁠Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 14/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we speak about the winter Solstice as a celebration of the Sun's rebirth in the northern hemisphere, we must also acknowledge an astronomical fact: The Solstice no longer occurs in the same star sign it once did.The seasonal cycle is fixed, but the stellar backdrop has shifted, and with it, the symbolism and meaning of our Solstice - and Christmas - celebrations.Precession of the Equinoxes (and Solstices)The slow backwards drift of the Equinoxes - and Solstices - approximately 1° every 72 years, is caused by the precession of Earth's axis. Over millennia, this causes the Tropical zodiac (seasonal) and the Sidereal zodiac (star-based) to separate.In Indian astrology, this drift is measured using different ayanāṁśa, with citrapakṣa used as the midpoint of the lunar mansion citrā – 0° Sidereal Libra - marked by the ‘fixed star' Spica. This point acts as a stellar anchor for the beginning of the opposite 0° Sidereal Aries.Approximately 2,500 years ago, the Equinoxes and Solstices aligned closely with the beginning of the cardinal Sidereal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn). However, since then, these have been slowly moving backwards through the stars, i.e., the Sidereal zodiac.

Does Christmas have pagan roots? Do other holidays? Should Christians incorporate modern cultural norms as our own, or be set apart? Did Christianity steal Christmas from Saturnalia? The Winter Solstice? Are Christmas trees actually Druid? And should Christians appropriate cultural ideals/norms/rhythms into our own practices or should be be set apart from the world? Whether it's how we celebrate the holidays, to what media we take in, how we spend our money, how we talk, or our views on sexuality, where is the line between being in the world, and of the world? This is a bonus podcast of a LIVE event. If you're in Houston, we'd love to see you in person! Remember to like and review the show! It really helps us grow our reach.

You've probably heard the rumor - maybe you've even spread it yourself - Christmas trees are pagan.This is how it usually goes: when the Christians came to Europe, they wanted to convert pagans to Christianity, so they made a conscious choice to take pagan symbols, like a decorated tree for Yule or Saturnalia or Sol Invictus or Hilaria (it changes on who you ask) and said, “This is Christian now and we will call it the Christmas tree!”But none of this is true.In this episode, your host Zohare Jacobi of Jewitches goes through all the holidays the tree is supposedly stolen from - Yule, Saturnalia, Sol Invictus -- and even the Yule Log -- to dig into the origins of this myth and the true origin of the tree.You can find the citations here.You can follow our work on Instagram @jewitches as well as most social medias!

Io Saturnalia! In celebration of the Roman holiday of role reversal, gift giving and letting go, we take a closer look at the chained god Saturn/Cronus/Chronos. Putting on our saturnine glasses, we discuss his presence in myth, folklore, Lovecraft and most recently, in the Hollywood blockbuster movie "The Fantastic Four: First Steps“. Spoilers abound.Happy holidays!PODCAST LINKS https://www.intheborderlands.com/ https://www.patreon.com/IntheBorderlands https://www.facebook.com/intheborderlands https://www.instagram.com/intheborderlands_podcast/ EMAIL contact@intheborderlands.com TORGRIM'S LINKS https://www.brittle.one/ https://www.facebook.com/kloverknekten https://www.instagram.com/kloverknekten/ MIKAEL'S LINKS https://smarturl.it/inanna https://www.facebook.com/mikael.oberg.performance.storyteller https://www.instagram.com/mikaelobergstoryteller/REFERENCESSaturnaliahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SaturnaliaThe Cult of the Black Cube: A Saturnian Grimoire by Arthur Moroshttps://theionpublishing.com/shop/cbc-4thed/Saturnhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saturn_(mythology)Cronushttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CronusChronoshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ChronosThe Fantastic Four: First Stepshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fantastic_Four:_First_StepsHorushttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HorusTartarushttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TartarusDavid Bethhttps://theionpublishing.com/authors/david-beth/Planescape: Tormenthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Planescape:_TormentTarot card: The Towerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tower_(tarot_card)Rune Hjarnø Rasmussenhttps://nordicanimism.com/home1King Aunhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AunDoctor Doomhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doctor_DoomSupermanhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman_(2025_film)H.P. Lovecrafthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._P._LovecraftProvidence by Alan Moore and Jacen Burrowshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Providence_(Avatar_Press)Faeriehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FairylandDragon Agehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragon_AgeThe Shadow over Innsmouthhttps://www.hplovecraft.com/writings/texts/fiction/soi.aspxYmirhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YmirGinnungagaphttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ginnungagap

Every December the same claim pops up: Christmas is just repackaged Roman paganism—Saturnalia with a cross on top. But when you actually read what third-century Christians wrote, the story falls apart. Greg walks through the real reason the Church landed on December 25 (spoiler: it starts in Rome around 204 AD), dismantles the Saturnalia and Sol Invictus objections with primary sources, and shows why the gift-giving and trees are Victorian, not ancient Roman. A calm, sourced, charitable look at why the Catholic Church celebrates Christmas when she does—and why you can too without compromising with paganism. SUPPORT THIS SHOW Considering Catholicism is 100% listener-supported. If this podcast has helped you on your journey, please become a patron today! For as little as $5/month you get: • Every regular episode ad-free and organized into topical playlists • Exclusive bonus content (extra Q&As, Deep-Dive courses, live streams, and more) • My deepest gratitude and a growing community of like-minded listeners ➡️ Join now: https://patreon.com/consideringcatholicism (or tap the Patreon link in your podcast app) One-time gift: Donate with PayPal! CONNECT WITH US • Website & contact form: https://consideringcatholicism.com • Email: consideringcatholicism@gmail.com • Leave a comment on Patreon (I read every one!) RATE & REVIEW If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating (and even better, a review) on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — it really helps new listeners find us. SHARE THE SHOW Know someone who's curious about Catholicism? Send them a link or share an episode on social media. Thank you! Christus vincit, Christus regnat, Christus imperat.  

Did Early Christians Invent Christmas? Did Christians really “invent” Christmas, or is the story far deeper than the myths we hear every year? In this episode, Dr. Walt uncovers what the earliest Christians believed, how December 25 was chosen, and why claims of pagan origins fall apart under real history. You'll learn the truth about Sol Invictus, Saturnalia, and the theology that shaped the celebration of Jesus' birth.  If you've ever wondered whether Christmas is biblical or borrowed, this episode will give you solid answers.  Don't miss this eye-opening look at one of the most debated topics in Christian history. Audio only and video: https://truthunbound.podbean.com/ Truth Unbound website: https://truthunbound.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnbound YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TruthUnboundMinistries Info@TruthUnbound.org https://lbu.edu  

Did Early Christians Invent Christmas? Did Christians really “invent” Christmas, or is the story far deeper than the myths we hear every year? In this episode, Dr. Walt uncovers what the earliest Christians believed, how December 25 was chosen, and why claims of pagan origins fall apart under real history. You'll learn the truth about Sol Invictus, Saturnalia, and the theology that shaped the celebration of Jesus' birth.  If you've ever wondered whether Christmas is biblical or borrowed, this episode will give you solid answers.  Don't miss this eye-opening look at one of the most debated topics in Christian history. Audio only and video: https://truthunbound.podbean.com/ Truth Unbound website: https://truthunbound.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnbound YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TruthUnboundMinistries Info@TruthUnbound.org https://lbu.edu  

Did Early Christians Invent Christmas? Did Christians really “invent” Christmas, or is the story far deeper than the myths we hear every year? In this episode, Dr. Walt uncovers what the earliest Christians believed, how December 25 was chosen, and why claims of pagan origins fall apart under real history. You'll learn the truth about Sol Invictus, Saturnalia, and the theology that shaped the celebration of Jesus' birth.  If you've ever wondered whether Christmas is biblical or borrowed, this episode will give you solid answers.  Don't miss this eye-opening look at one of the most debated topics in Christian history. Audio only and video: https://truthunbound.podbean.com/ Truth Unbound website: https://truthunbound.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnbound YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TruthUnboundMinistries Info@TruthUnbound.org https://lbu.edu  

Did Early Christians Invent Christmas? Did Christians really “invent” Christmas, or is the story far deeper than the myths we hear every year? In this episode, Dr. Walt uncovers what the earliest Christians believed, how December 25 was chosen, and why claims of pagan origins fall apart under real history. You'll learn the truth about Sol Invictus, Saturnalia, and the theology that shaped the celebration of Jesus' birth.  If you've ever wondered whether Christmas is biblical or borrowed, this episode will give you solid answers.  Don't miss this eye-opening look at one of the most debated topics in Christian history. Audio only and video: https://truthunbound.podbean.com/ Truth Unbound website: https://truthunbound.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnbound YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TruthUnboundMinistries Info@TruthUnbound.org https://lbu.edu  

Today (December 5) is Krampus day and to celebrate we are replaying the time Rissa Miller returned to The Dark Mark Show in 2022 to share holiday stories straight from the dark side with Mark, Nicole and you the listener. These aren't tales of holiday cheer that you are used to, get ready for tales of cannibalism, orgies, whipping, pickled children and monsters such as the newly popular Krampus and Belzsnickel, as well as the giant Yule Cat, the Yule Goat, Christmas Werewolves and Vampires as well. Rissa also delves into the controversial tradition of Zwarte Piet, the decadence of Saturnalia (which Nicole has practiced on occasion} and the dark side of the origin of St. Nicholas complete with an appearance by Santa Claus himself! So be good for goodness' sake and listen, lest you get whipped with a switch,,, Find out what lies ahead for you in 2023, go to www.teaandsmoke.com and find out how Rissa can give you a tea reading or a smoke reading. Go to www.vrg.org to get recipes, past issues of Vegan Journal or a subscription to Vegan Journal Give the gift of The Dark Mark Show this holiday season. Go to www.teepublic.com/user/dms1 for shirts, mugs, phone/laptop covers, masks and more! Go to lulu.com and get Nicole's poetry book "Slow Burn" which makes a great holiday gift. This podcast is sponsored by Raze Energy Drinks Go to https://bit.ly/2VMoqkk and put in the coupon code DMS for 15% off the best energy drinks. Zero calories. Zero carbs. Zero crash Renagade CBD Go to renagadecbd.com for all of your CBD needs Tactical Soap Smell Great with Pheromone infused products and drive women wild with desire! Go to https://grondyke-soap-company.myshopify.com/?rfsn=7187911.8cecdba

Lara J. Day is the author of the 13 Sacred Nights Oracle. She is on a mission to reclaim the hyper-commercialized holidays and return the Soul to the Solstice. Lara is also the creator of Neurogenic Qigong, her own unique and innovative healing method which interweaves Chinese energy medicine with tension-&-trauma-releasing, neurogenic, tremor work. Lara has been teaching energy arts since 2003 and is unspeakably grateful for her teachers and the chance to view this absurd and perfectly magnificent life from the energetic perspective.I was thrilled to get to talk with Lara about the 13 Sacred (or Holy) Nights practice, which provides a powerful way to access the magic and co-creative potential of the darkest time of year. I've engaged with this practice for the past two years (and love it!), but Lara has been diving in for 17 years, and has a wealth of wisdom and experience to share.We talked about:* The 13 Sacred Nights as a more meaningful and fulfilling alternative to “the bonanza of sugar, shopping and alcohol” that typically characterizes the holidays;* How Christmas used to look more like Saturnalia - the ancient Roman festival - and how (and why) the modern version was intentionally designed by the elites;* The significance of the Winter Solstice in the wheel of the year, and why this is the most potent time for conscious co-creation with the Divine;* The nuts and bolts of creating your own 13 Sacred Nights practice (please try this at home!) and how it helps you build your faith in the unseen;* My astro-perspective on why this practice is especially crucial this year as we prepare for the Saturn-Neptune conjunction next February;* And much more! Shout-out to the amazing Brandon Thomas for connecting me with Lara!Find out more about Lara's work:* Website: www.larajday.com* Instagram: @larajday* Facebook: @larajday* TikTok: @larajday* Order the 13 Sacred Nights Oracle This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit embodiedaquarian.substack.com/subscribe

It's Episode 18 of Talking Shit About Nothing and Billy Gridley is BACK! Last time his house was a Halloween wonderland… now it's lit up like a Christmas fever dream bright enough to make Clark Griswold pack it in. This week, the boys dive deep into all things Christmas — from the modern traditions we love to the ancient lore that shaped the holiday, including the Romans' Saturnalia and the terrifying legend of Krampus. And because it wouldn't be Talking Shit About Nothing without a detour, the conversation somehow swerves into polygamy before circling back to the real question of the season: Are Gremlins and Die Hard actually Christmas movies? Holiday vibes, wild tangents, and Billy's electric energy — it's all here. Grab some eggnog and hang out with the guys!

We are right now in a moment when the roaring twenties of our time have finally begun to roar. And the weltgeist is screaming at the top of its voice, about a perversion which we have allowed to fester among the members of the ruling class through our conformity for much too long. We have forgotten to remind them of our dissatisfaction. Thus every screen and newspaper now displays for all to see Die Wiederkehr des Verdrängten.Lacan said once apropo hedonism that there is nothing subversive about losing one's shame. He did this to counter a prevailing myth of his times. It was believed by many in the 60s that perversion was more subversive than hysteria. The idea was that a pervert in his lack of shame can show you how man really is. Unrestrained by normative emotions about right or wrong the cynic tells a higher truth, and makes the great escape from the law without getting caught. But analysis showed that perversion was not “simply an aberration in relation to social criteria, an anomaly contrary to good morals, although this register is not absent, nor is it an atypicality according to natural criteria, namely that it more or less goes astray from the reproductive finality of the sexual union. It is something else in its very structure.The exhibitionist, the pederast, or the sadist does not care about the wishes of the other, the prostitute, the child is a puppet in their fantasy. Authenticity is neither an issue nor a problem in perversion. Only the neurotic and the psychotic worries whether the Other's desire and manifestation of lust is authentic. Freud, who through his practice had been granted access to an empirical archive which contained statements and confessions of the vices of the Wienese ruling class, had drawn a similar conclusion. Practicing analysis with non metaphysical entities, that is to say bodily analysands with real trauma. Hurting people rather than eternal archetypes of human nature or dolls in the astral realm he realised that; “never is the unconscious as inaccessible as in perversion.” For how could they learn about their own becoming when love is an unfortunate project of wanting to be that which the beloved loves, and they instead in their isolation never take the time to wonder what the others might dream about. At the same time that Freud came to these conclusions Arthur Schnitzler's a few blocks away in 1926 wrote the short shorty Traumnovelle which was the basis for Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut. Here the primitive horde dressed in black tie organises enjoyment around the violation of a prohibition, trying to gain access to an impossible thing, Das Ding, a tabu driven jouissance. But this totem feast only fixes the tabu as to identify the violation of the prohibition and libidinally charge it, it does not transcend it and the pervert never breaks free, hears instead the name-of-the-father even more intrusively, hears his law as if it was his own.  The rituals performed in the manual of Crowley or the Saturnalia brotherhood are a para-praxis, they are pseudo activities, designed to fool the perpetrator. "Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law" simply means that the pervert tries to resolve the conflict between desire and Law by making desire the law of his acts.The pervert's enjoyment consists in challenging the law, but not with the intention of changing it. The pervert is not a revolutionary.The masks, the capes, the jargon and the carnivalesque celebration of the forbidden, obfuscates and eventually forbids the unconscious symptom from expressing itself, that the masters are slaves to their own desires by choice. The time has come to take off their masks and lead them with eyes wide open to the real name of the father that is not the analyst's couch but the guillotine, the garrote of the people that must slowly press against the marrow structure of this exploitation. 

St. Nick, Santa Clause, Jesus Christ, Christmas... Who is responsible for what part of the Christmas season!?In this episode, we use the very first Feast of St. Nick to get into:the Sagittarian flavor of this seasonthe interesting, and widespread, history of traditions attached to St. Nickwho St. Nick was and why he was a great representation for what Christmas is all about!Saturnalia celebration and the Jupiter-Saturn relationshipif sticking to your traditions still feels necessary?& more!Until next time… Stay Curious!–Explore our first full season (Episodes 1-50) to explore our living astrological library!Ready to look at charts in the most beautiful and functional way? Look no further than →⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LUNA Cloud Astrology Software⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ← this link saves you 10%, or enter STAYCURIOUS on the signup page.Follow us on →⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Drop us some love in the form of a 5-star review and follow. :)

Warning to the Remnant: Stop Kicking Against the Goads & Learn to Run with the Horses (Jeremiah 12:5) | KIB 506 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description In this sobering Kingdom Intelligence Briefing (Episode 506), Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake share a prophetic warning for the remnant—and a deep call to spiritual maturity from Jeremiah 12:5. Mary Lou shares how the Lord interrupted her plans for a "pleasant" Feast of Dedication message and instead commanded her to sound the alarm: those who refuse to leave pagan practices—especially Christmas—will see their infirmities worsen and the enemy's attacks intensify. Dr. Lake then unpacks Jeremiah 12:5, "If you have raced with men on foot, and they have wearied you, how will you compete with horses?" showing how God is using today's pressures to train the remnant to run with the horses of the Kingdom in the dangerous "thickets of the Jordan" in these last days. Along the way they discuss: The emotional "warm fuzzies" and childhood memories the enemy uses to keep believers tied to Christmas The occult, Masonic, and pagan roots of many modern Christmas traditions How commercialization, resonance, music, and nostalgia have been weaponized to keep God's people in bondage Why attacks often intensify when believers resist God's conviction and "kick against the goads" The rising beast system, AI, Nephilim technology, and Nazi/occult influence behind modern advancements How God is using small trials now to strengthen His remnant for greater pressure in the days ahead This is not a message of condemnation, but of warning, mercy, and preparation. God is calling His people to lay aside the stones of Babylon, come out of pagan mixture, and use this "footman season" to deepen prayer, holiness, and endurance—so we're ready to stand in the thickets of Jordan.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Spice, Sacrifice, and Saturnalia: Vincenzo's Roman Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-10-27-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole d'autunno splendeva su Roma antica, illuminando il mercato affollato dove Vincenzo si muoveva con passo deciso.En: The autumn sun shone on ancient Roma, illuminating the crowded market where Vincenzo moved with a determined stride.It: Le bancarelle erano piene di frutta autunnale, spezie profumate e tessuti colorati.En: The stalls were filled with autumnal fruits, fragrant spices, and colorful fabrics.It: La festa di Saturnalia era alle porte e ogni angolo del mercato era un'occasione d'acquisto perfetta per quella celebrazione speciale.En: The Saturnalia festival was just around the corner, and every corner of the market was a perfect shopping opportunity for that special celebration.It: Vincenzo, giovane e ambizioso, aveva un obiettivo chiaro: impressionare Lorenzo, il suo mentore astuto e saggio.En: Vincenzo, young and ambitious, had a clear goal: to impress Lorenzo, his shrewd and wise mentor.It: Lorenzo gli aveva dato un elenco preciso di ingredienti da trovare per il grande banchetto.En: Lorenzo had given him a precise list of ingredients to find for the grand banquet.It: Ma Vincenzo aveva anche una missione segreta: trovare una spezia rara, la cassia, per conquistare la stima di Lorenzo ed entrare nel suo commercio.En: But Vincenzo also had a secret mission: to find a rare spice, cassia, to earn Lorenzo's esteem and join his trade.It: Accanto a lui, Alessia, la sorella curiosa, correva avanti e indietro, affascinata da ogni bancarella.En: Beside him, Alessia, his curious sister, ran back and forth, fascinated by every stall.It: "Guarda, Vincenzo!"En: "Look, Vincenzo!"It: gridava, indicando stoffe e gioielli.En: she shouted, pointing out fabrics and jewels.It: Ma Vincenzo aveva poco tempo e molta pressione.En: But Vincenzo had little time and a lot of pressure.It: "Alessia, resta vicina," disse Vincenzo mentre controllava l'elenco di Lorenzo.En: "Alessia, stay close," said Vincenzo as he checked Lorenzo's list.It: Doveva concentrarsi.En: He needed to concentrate.It: Mancavano ancora il miele e il formaggio fresco.En: He still needed to get the honey and fresh cheese.It: E poi, sopratutto, la cassia.En: And most importantly, the cassia.It: Il tempo passava veloce e Vincenzo si affrettava tra la folla.En: Time flew by as Vincenzo hurried through the crowd.It: Alla fine trovò un mercante che vendeva la cassia.En: Eventually, he found a merchant selling the cassia.It: Ma altri acquirenti si erano già radunati, e iniziò una gara di offerte.En: But other buyers had already gathered, and a bidding war began.It: Vincenzo sentiva il peso della responsabilità sulle spalle: la spezia poteva fare colpo su Lorenzo, ma il suo costo era alto.En: Vincenzo felt the weight of responsibility on his shoulders: the spice could make an impression on Lorenzo, but its cost was high.It: In quel momento, il cuore di Vincenzo sussultò.En: At that moment, Vincenzo's heart skipped a beat.It: Alessia era sparita.En: Alessia was missing.It: Si girò freneticamente nella folla, il mercato improvvisamente sembrava un labirinto insormontabile.En: He turned frantically in the crowd; the market suddenly seemed like an insurmountable maze.It: "Alessia!"En: "Alessia!"It: chiamava, preoccupato.En: he called out, worried.It: La spezia era importante, ma non poteva trascurare la famiglia.En: The spice was important, but he couldn't neglect family.It: Prese la decisione: lasciò l'asta e si mise alla ricerca della sorella.En: He made the decision: he left the auction and began searching for his sister.It: Dopo momenti di tensione, trovò Alessia vicino a una fontana, incantata da uno spettacolo di marionette.En: After moments of tension, he found Alessia near a fountain, enchanted by a puppet show.It: "Vincenzo!"En: "Vincenzo!"It: esclamò lei, vedendolo arrivare.En: she exclaimed, seeing him approach.It: Gli occhi di Vincenzo si illuminarono di sollievo.En: Vincenzo's eyes lit up with relief.It: Al tramonto, Vincenzo tornò da Lorenzo senza la cassia, ma con Alessia al sicuro al suo fianco.En: At sunset, Vincenzo returned to Lorenzo without the cassia, but with Alessia safe by his side.It: Lorenzo lo attendeva, uno sguardo interrogativo sul volto.En: Lorenzo was waiting for him, a questioning look on his face.It: Vincenzo spiegò la sua scelta, aspettandosi delusione.En: Vincenzo explained his choice, expecting disappointment.It: Ma Lorenzo sorrise.En: But Lorenzo smiled.It: "Hai dimostrato responsabilità e cuore, Vincenzo.En: "You have shown responsibility and heart, Vincenzo.It: Questo vale più di qualsiasi spezia," disse con saggezza.En: This is worth more than any spice," he said wisely.It: "Sarai un grande mercante."En: "You will be a great merchant."It: Vincenzo imparò una lezione fondamentale quel giorno: l'equilibrio tra ambizione e famiglia è la chiave del vero successo.En: Vincenzo learned a fundamental lesson that day: the balance between ambition and family is the key to true success.It: Con rinnovata fiducia, accettò l'offerta di Lorenzo di continuare l'apprendistato, pronto ad affrontare le nuove sfide del futuro.En: With renewed confidence, he accepted Lorenzo's offer to continue his apprenticeship, ready to face the new challenges of the future. Vocabulary Words:the autumn: l'autunnothe sun: il solethe market: il mercatothe stalls: le bancarellethe spices: le speziethe fabrics: i tessutithe festival: la festathe goal: l'obiettivothe mentor: il mentorethe list: l'elencothe banquet: il banchettothe spice: la speziathe esteem: la stimathe trade: il commerciothe sister: la sorellathe pressure: la pressionethe honey: il mielethe cheese: il formaggiothe crowd: la follathe merchant: il mercantethe buyers: gli acquirentithe bidding: la gara di offertethe responsibility: la responsabilitàthe heart: il cuorethe maze: il labirintothe fountain: la fontanathe puppet show: lo spettacolo di marionettethe sunset: il tramontothe apprentice: l'apprendistathe challenges: le sfide

When Marion pops up on Zoom with her curls blown out to smooth newscaster perfection, it's a hot topic and one that offers a perfect lead-in to the first poem up for discussion, “Your Hair Wants Cutting” by this episode's featured poet, Michael Montlack. The three poems we're considering take inspiration from the Mad Hatter character in Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. We discuss, Slushies, how much, if any, contextual framing is needed to guide the reader when poems refer to a character who resides in our collective imagination. We also talk about local and regional idioms, and for Kathy, how difficult they are to unlearn (shout out to Pittsburgh!). Marion accidentally bestows a new nickname on Jason. Dagne has an opinion about how speech is rendered within a poem: italics or quotation marks. She's team italics, Slushies, which are you? While thinking about the line in these poems; Marion refers to Jason's excellent essay on the history and theory of the line from his book Nothingism: Poetry at the End of Print Culture. Another poem in the batch has Marion recalling Jason's poem “Wester.” As always, thanks for listening! At the table: Dagne Forrest, Samantha Neugebauer, Jason Schneiderman, Kathleen Volk Miller, Marion Wrenn, and Lisa Zerkle Michael Montlack's third poetry collection COSMIC IDIOT will be published by Saturnalia. He is the editor the Lambda Finalist essay anthology My Diva: 65 Gay Men on the Women Who Inspire Them (University of Wisconsin Press). His work has appeared in Poetry Daily, Prairie Schooner, Cincinnati Review, Lit, Epoch, Alaska Quarterly Review, Phoebe and other magazines. In 2022, his poem won the Saints & Sinners Poetry Contest for LGBTQIA+ poets. He lives in NYC and teaches poetry at NYU and CUNY City College. https://www.facebook.com/michael.montlack https://www.instagram.com/michaelmontlack (website) https://www.michaelmontlack.com/ “Your Hair Wants Cutting” my grandmother would say, sitting there at her window, monitoring the restless crows. Her robe nearly as ancient as she. Since when are you concerned with fashion? I once dared to ask. I was seventeen, restless as those crows. I knew she wasn't talking about my curls. Plumage, she used to call it when I was a boy. Sit down, little peacock—your hair wants cutting. Even then I knew it was a cutting remark. Laden. Throwing cold kettle water on my fire. I reminded myself that she was a widow. And was glad that at least I would never cause a woman to suffer such grief. I reminded her how I donned a hat most days. She stared me up and down, her eyes like the ocean's green cold. Clever. Your kind seems to have a clever answer for everything … I swallowed the indictment. Why not make yourself useful, she said, putting down her tea cup, eyeing the trash on her tray. I was glad to oblige, happy to depart before she could notice the low waist of my trousers, let alone the height of my heels. Muchier Picture me on a grand terrace, tipping my hat. Crossing a bridge over the river of defeat— it's definitely a state of ascent. Being owed rather than owing. A blatant triumph against the conventional. A la Lord Byron. A monocle without glass, worn for style. It's an advance for a memoir about a life you haven't yet lived. Bound to be lost on some but admired by all. Likely absent during the lessons on common subjects: Algebra, Classic Literature, Biology. More devoted to the mastery of the quaintest arts: Porcelain, Calligraphy, Tapestry Weaving, Drag. As ephemeral and ethereal as a bubble. It's not something you adopt. It's something that abducts you. Enviers call it utter madness, but the muchiest of the muchier won't even fathom the phrase. Inheritance There wasn't much to leave—my sister, also suspiciously unwed, took the cottage and the wagon. But our mother had insisted that the tea set should be mine. “It's dainty and a bit chipped. Like you,” she chortled on her deathbed. I failed to see the humor but took it just the same. Knowing my sister would likely surrender it to the church, where the nuns might put it to good use but never appreciate its finery, as that would be vanity. I much rather hear my motley chums slurp from it as they sit steeped in my ridiculous riddles. I never admitted how I crafted them at night, alone in bed, in the quiet twilight, the hour I imagined reading bedtime stories to the children I never had. An apprentice son would've been nice, to hand down millinery techniques. Instead I had the ghost of one, there in my workshop, where imaginary fights erupted over whose turn it was to sweep up the felt or sharpen the scissors. Of course, I appeared mad, a much better impression to leave than the riddle of my bachelorhood. Sometimes I wanted to smash the porcelain cups, chuck them at that bloody caterpillar stinking up the forest with his opium. Why not? There was no one to inherit my pittance. No one to be trusted with my legacy… until the appearance of this girl, at once strange yet so familiar. I quite liked her. The way she held her own with me. If ever I had a daughter, I would have wanted her to be as brave as she. Defending the poor Knave of Hearts, accused of stealing the Queen's tarts. There in that courtroom, I almost lost my head but finally found a beneficiary.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Josep's Rivals and Revelations: A Saturnalia Tale of Artistry Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-08-11-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: En un calorós matí d'estiu a l'Antiga Roma, el mercat estava ple de vida.En: On a hot summer morning in ancient Roma, the market was full of life.Ca: Les veus dels comerciants ressonaven entre les columnes de marbre mentre oferien els seus productes.En: The voices of the merchants echoed between the marble columns as they offered their products.Ca: Josep, un jove artesà amb talent, passejava per les parades, buscant teixits i materials especials per a la toga més espectacular.En: Josep, a talented young artisan, strolled through the stalls, searching for special fabrics and materials for the most spectacular toga.Ca: Amb la festa de la Saturnalia a tocar, volia destacar i atraure la mirada de patrons rics.En: With the Saturnalia festival approaching, he wanted to stand out and catch the eye of wealthy patrons.Ca: Josep sabia que els tints rars podien fer la diferència.En: Josep knew that rare dyes could make the difference.Ca: Un tint de color porpra era el més valorat, però també el més car.En: A purple dye was the most valued, but also the most expensive.Ca: Mentre caminava, va trobar Marta, la seva amiga.En: As he walked, he met Marta, his friend.Ca: "Josep, felicitats pel teu últim treball!En: "Congratulations on your latest work, Josep!"Ca: ", va dir Marta amb un somriure.En: said Marta with a smile.Ca: Josep li va explicar la seva missió i la seva preocupació pels costos.En: Josep explained his mission and his concern about the costs.Ca: Poc després, Josep va veure el seu rival, Arnau, examinant els mateixos tints.En: Shortly after, Josep saw his rival, Arnau, examining the same dyes.Ca: Arnau també volia destacar en la Saturnalia.En: Arnau also wanted to stand out in the Saturnalia.Ca: La competència era intensa.En: The competition was intense.Ca: Així doncs, Josep s'enfrontava a una difícil decisió: Baratar per uns tints més econòmics o prendre un préstec arriscat per comprar els de millor qualitat.En: Thus, Josep faced a difficult decision: barter for cheaper dyes or take a risky loan to buy those of the best quality.Ca: Mentre mirava els tints, un venedor amb aire misteriós es va acostar a Josep.En: While looking at the dyes, a mysterious-looking vendor approached Josep.Ca: "Escolta, jove", va dir, "Tinc una oferta especial per a tu.En: "Listen, young man," he said, "I have a special offer for you.Ca: Els millors tints a meitat de preu.En: The best dyes at half price."Ca: " Josep es va sorprendre, esperant un engany, però el venedor va demostrar la qualitat dels tints amb mostres brillants i vibrants.En: Josep was surprised, expecting a trick, but the vendor proved the quality of the dyes with bright and vibrant samples.Ca: Josep va acceptar l'oferta amb cautela.En: Josep cautiously accepted the offer.Ca: Mentre treballava en la toga, va començar a entendre que els tints eren importants, però el seu disseny, l'habilitat i la creativitat eren el que realment comptava.En: While working on the toga, he began to understand that the dyes were important, but it was his design, skill, and creativity that really counted.Ca: El dia de la festa, la toga de Josep va captivar a tothom.En: On the day of the festival, Josep's toga captivated everyone.Ca: Els rics patrons estaven impressionats pel disseny únic.En: The wealthy patrons were impressed by the unique design.Ca: Josep va comprendre que la veritable riquesa estava en el seu art i enginy, no només en els materials.En: Josep realized that true wealth lay in his art and ingenuity, not just in the materials.Ca: Va saludar Arnau, que també admirava la seva feina.En: He greeted Arnau, who also admired his work.Ca: Josep havia guanyat confiança en les seves habilitats i va aprendre una valuosa lliçó sobre el valor de l'art.En: Josep had gained confidence in his abilities and learned a valuable lesson about the value of art.Ca: La jornada va acabar amb Josep amb nous contactes i amb el cor ple de satisfacció, perquè havia après a valorar la seva pròpia creativitat per damunt de qualsevol altra cosa.En: The day ended with Josep having new contacts and a heart full of satisfaction because he had learned to appreciate his own creativity above anything else.Ca: La Saturnalia va ser un èxit i Josep va tornar a casa amb el futur més brillant que mai.En: The Saturnalia was successful, and Josep returned home with a brighter future than ever. Vocabulary Words:artisan: artesàmarket: mercatmarble: marbrefabrics: teixitsrival: rivaldyes: tintspatrons: patronscompetition: competènciabarter: baratarloan: préstecvendor: venedoroffer: ofertatrick: enganysamples: mostresdesign: dissenyskill: habilitatcreativity: creativitatfestival: festawealth: riquesaart: artingenuity: enginyfuture: futursaturnalia: Saturnaliacolumns: columnesmission: missióconcern: preocupaciódecision: decisiómysterious: misteriósaccept: acceptarunderstand: entendre

Hello and welcome listeners to Episode 295 of Journey with a Cinephile: A Horror Movie Podcast. In this episode, your tour guide, David Garrett Jr., recaps his top horror films from 1925. I rank them first to least favorite. I also got to see these films for Mini-Reviews: Village of the Damned (1995), Shaman (2025), Loner (2025), Saturnalia (2025), The Invisible Half (2025) and Dark Match (2024). Plus one episode of Horror's Greatest. I hope you enjoy coming on this journey with me!Time Codes:Intro: 0:00 - 2:54Mini-Reviews: 5:14 - 39:52Top Horror Films 1925: Stats and Lost Films: 41:02 - 45:56Top Horror Films 1925: 46:57 - 1:05:27Outro: 1:07:53 - 1:11:09Social Media:Email: journeywithacinephile@gmail.comReviews of the Dead Link: https://horrorreview.webnode.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dgarrettjrTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/buckeyefrommichLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/davidosu/Instagram: davidosu87Threads: davidosu87Journey with a Cinephile Instagram: journeywithacinephileThe Night Club Discord: Journey with a CinephilePromos:Shimmerwood Beverages: https://shimmerwood.com/discount/CINEPHILE1 - Click this link for 30% off!Old Glory: https://oldglory.com/discount/CINEPHILE1 - Click this link for 15% off!

Today's daf is sponsored by Aviran and Miki Kadosh on the occasion of their son, Avishai's bar mitzvah and in honor of him completing Shas Mishnayot, Masechet Tamid and Masechet Taanit during the past year. "We wish that you continue to persevere in learning, to advance and grow wise in all your hobbies and areas of interest! Mazel tov!" Today's daf is sponsored by Caroline Ben-Ari for the refuah shleima of Shaiel Ram ben Rivka. Today's daf is sponsored anonymously, "To all the women who have served as my role models for Jewish learning." In which place in prayer are personal requests inserted? What are the different opinions, and what is the basis for the dispute? What are the holidays of the idol worshippers during which there is a prohibition to sell to or buy from them? The Gemara works on the list of holidays and explains the reason behind the establishment of each of the holidays. Kalenda and Saturnalia were established in response to the first year of the first man (Adam) when he saw in winter that the days were getting shorter and thought that, because of his sin, God was returning the world to chaos. When he saw that the days were getting longer, he realized it was just the way of the world and established a holiday before and after that day on which the days began to lengthen (winter solstice). Another holiday was established in response to the successes of the Roman kingdom against the Egyptians and the Greeks. Rav Dimi explained that the Jews helped the Romans in their victory over the Greeks and ruled together with the Romans for twenty-six years before the Romans subjugated the Jews. 

Today's daf is sponsored by Aviran and Miki Kadosh on the occasion of their son, Avishai's bar mitzvah and in honor of him completing Shas Mishnayot, Masechet Tamid and Masechet Taanit during the past year. "We wish that you continue to persevere in learning, to advance and grow wise in all your hobbies and areas of interest! Mazel tov!" Today's daf is sponsored by Caroline Ben-Ari for the refuah shleima of Shaiel Ram ben Rivka. Today's daf is sponsored anonymously, "To all the women who have served as my role models for Jewish learning." In which place in prayer are personal requests inserted? What are the different opinions, and what is the basis for the dispute? What are the holidays of the idol worshippers during which there is a prohibition to sell to or buy from them? The Gemara works on the list of holidays and explains the reason behind the establishment of each of the holidays. Kalenda and Saturnalia were established in response to the first year of the first man (Adam) when he saw in winter that the days were getting shorter and thought that, because of his sin, God was returning the world to chaos. When he saw that the days were getting longer, he realized it was just the way of the world and established a holiday before and after that day on which the days began to lengthen (winter solstice). Another holiday was established in response to the successes of the Roman kingdom against the Egyptians and the Greeks. Rav Dimi explained that the Jews helped the Romans in their victory over the Greeks and ruled together with the Romans for twenty-six years before the Romans subjugated the Jews. 

What is the World coming to?  A Saturn Cult reset if we're stupid enough to sit back and allow for it. Gothic-Arya People, UNITE.  We are the stewards and Guardians of the world, the TRUE chosen people by the benevolent creator, whose symbol and greatest gift is the lifegiving sun. We have the capacity for care, sympathy, empathy, nobility, character, kindness without want of gain, and fair, just, and dignified treatment of others.  The very thing being villified and put down, marked for extinction, is the VERY thing, the ONLY defense the rest of mankind has against the brutal, vile, treacherous, predatorial, child-killling Parasite. WE must fulfill the one role only we can, again, though hated by they very beneficiaries of our efforts because of the spell cast on their weaker minds. We champion and protect all that is innocent life.  We are warriors of honor.  We fight for justice and for what is right.  It was our code, natural law, common law which these parasites co-opted, claimed, and distorted, and have now almost fully inverted as criminality is rewarded and the dangerous set free to cause more chaos and harm to others. It's a full-blown nonstop Saturnalia spreading across the world and it will climax with a Great Purge if we are not standing duty and living up to our Purpose. Oh, and HAPPY SODOMY Enthusiast Month.  Also known as Child Predator Month, Syphilis Season, Kebab-alist Month...  Attention! Due to Recent Assaults and Censoring, please FOLLOW HERE:https://www.instagram.com/drgliddenclips/https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.glidden.clipshttps://www.youtube.com/@baalbustershttps://rumble.com/c/BaalBustershttps://www.brighteon.com/channels/baalbusters/videos/allGet My Book and More here:https://SemperFryLLC.comPods & Exclusives AD-FREE! Just $5/mohttps://patreon.com/c/DisguisetheLimitsDaughter's Piggy Bankhttps://givesendgo.com/BaalBustersBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ba-al-busters-broadcast--5100262/support.

Mother Body (Saturnalia Books, 2021) is an intersectional exploration of the trauma and agency held within a body defined by its potential to mother. As Mother Body unfolds, it tasks its reader to understand the expected and unexpected manifestations of motherhood, through menstruation and womb work, but also generational, societal, and literary mothering. With a variety of forms and modes, these poems unpack the experiences of a fat, black woman's body while also manifesting joy, resistance, and celebration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Mother Body (Saturnalia Books, 2021) is an intersectional exploration of the trauma and agency held within a body defined by its potential to mother. As Mother Body unfolds, it tasks its reader to understand the expected and unexpected manifestations of motherhood, through menstruation and womb work, but also generational, societal, and literary mothering. With a variety of forms and modes, these poems unpack the experiences of a fat, black woman's body while also manifesting joy, resistance, and celebration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Go ad-free, unlock bonus episodes & support the show at Patreon.com/BreakingSocialNorms  OR subscribe on the Apple Podcasts app!Today we'll take a spoiler-free look at the controversial erotic thriller Babygirl starring Nicole Kidman! We'll look at the director Halina Reijn's very occulted upbringing which takes us into middle eastern devil worshippers, Greek occult mad man George Gurdjieff, Nazi Anthroposophy and then we'll discuss a spoiler free review of the sexuality of the film, Saturnalia, kinks and more! Housekeeping will include updates on Isaac's obsession with Drake, Passionflix's connection to Elon Musk, main show starts at 20:00 with light plot spoilers announced at 1:28:00 and heavier plot spoilers announced at 1:41:00.FULL SHOW NOW UP AD-FREE with early access on Patreon.com/BreakingSocialNorms and Apple Podcast PremiumYou can now sign up for our commercial-free version of the show with a Patreon exclusive bonus show called “Morning Coffee w/ the Weishaupts” at Patreon.com/BreakingSocialNorms  OR subscribe on the Apple Podcasts app to get all the same bonus “Morning Coffee” episodes AD-FREE with early access! (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/r34zj)Want more?…Index of all previous episodes on free feed: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/2021/03/22/index-of-archived-episodes/Leave a review or rating wherever you listen and we'll see what you've got to say!Follow us on the socials:instagram.com/theweishaupts2/Amazon Affiliate shop (*still under construction) with our favorite hair, skin care and horny books: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/2024/08/24/amazon-shopping-list-josie-and-isaacs-list/Check out Isaac's conspiracy podcasts, merch, etc:AllMyLinks.com/IsaacWOccult Symbolism and Pop Culture (on all podcast platforms or IlluminatiWatcher.com)Isaac Weishaupt's book are all on Amazon and Audible; *author narrated audiobooks*STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's and Josie's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos.

Kat covers the ancient Roman festival and holiday in honor of the god Saturn. Then Hayley covers the mysterious case of a 9-year-old boy who went missing in 1928. The events that followed would inspire the 2008 film Changeling staring Angelina Jolie. Lastly, Alec covers the biography of Bravo star Andy Cohen and how the Real Housewives franchise came to be. Listen to the full episode here on the Night Classy Patreon Produced by Parasaur Studios © 2025

No togas today please. Natalie celebrates the mid-winter festival of Ancient Rome, Saturnalia. According to Catullus, it's the 'best of days'. Expect cross-dressing, sweets, drinking games and the wearing of special pyjamas. Oh and anarchy and jokes. Sounds a bit like a Christmas pantomime? Not surprising, according to veteran pantomime dame André Vincent, who traces the origins of panto back to the fifth century. Early in that same century - late antiquity - a Roman Christian named Macrobius wrote the most comprehensive extant guide to Saturnalia, which was celebrated in some places, in one way or another, until possibly the eleventh century.You are invited to be part of this festive show which includes gifts for the entire Radio Theatre audience (cue noisy rustling of sweet bags) and the wearing of traditional Saturnalian pointy hats (the 'pileus') to celebrate. Even Professor Llewelyn Morgan has one. Honest.Producer...Mary Ward-Lowery

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An around-the-world tour of ancient Christmas celebrations, Pagan Solstice customs, and magical seasonal plants• Explores in depth the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season• Looks at the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus, as well as female gift bringers, holiday Spirits, and Yuletide animals• Shares crafts such as how to make a Yule Log, practices such as Winter Solstice divinations, and recipes for traditional foods and drinksFor millennia cultures have taken time out to honor the darkest days of the year with lights, foods, and festivities.In ancient Egypt, people decorated their homes with greenery at the festival of the rebirth of the God Horus. The ancient Romans shared gifts, especially candles, at the midwinter festival of Saturnalia. In Scandinavian and Germanic cultures, the Yule Log was burned in the hearth, fruit orchards were wassailed, and sheaves of wheat were displayed to carry luck into the New Year. In Celtic cultures, mummers and guisers went door to door, and European mistletoe (Viscum album) was gathered by Druids as a medicinal and magical aid.Ellen Evert Hopman shares folklore, recipes, rituals, and crafts to enliven your Yuletide observance. She explores the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus as well as holiday Spirits and Yuletide animals. She explains how to perform Winter Solstice divinations and make traditional foods and drinks such as Elizabethan gingerbread cookies and Wassail. And she looks in depth at the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season such as Frankincense and Myrrh, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Hibiscus, Bayberry, and many more. This guide offers practical and magical ways to celebrate and honor the darkest days of the year.Ellen Evert Hopman is a master herbalist and lay homeopath, who has been a Druidic initiate since 1984. She is a founding member of the Order of the White Oak, the Archdruidess and founder of Tribe of the Oak, a former professor at the Grey School of Wizardry, and a member of the Grey Council of Mages and Sages. She is the author of Celtic herbals and Druid novels, including Secret Medicines from Your Garden, The Sacred Herbs of Samhain, and Once Around the Sun: Stories, Crafts, and Recipes to Celebrate the Sacred Earth Year. She lives in Massachusetts.https://elleneverthopman.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

EXPOSED: The shocking truth about Christmas' pagan origins that most Christians don't know!Discover how ancient Roman festivals shaped our modern Christmas celebrations in ways that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.Join Jeremy Ryan Slate as he uncovers the hidden connection between Christmas and two major Roman festivals - Saturnalia and Sol Invictus.Learn how these pagan celebrations, with their gift-giving traditions and winter festivities, transformed into today's Christmas practices.This eye-opening episode reveals why December 25th was chosen as Christmas Day, exploring its direct link to the Roman sun god Sol Invictus.Understanding these ancient roots challenges our modern perspective on this beloved holiday.From role reversals during Saturnalia to the political influence of Roman emperors, this fascinating exploration connects the dots between ancient Rome and modern Christmas traditions.The transition from paganism to Christianity wasn't as simple as you might think - and the truth will surprise you.Want more content like this?Hit subscribe and join our community of truth-seekers who aren't afraid to question traditional narratives.Share your thoughts in the comments below - how does this new understanding of Christmas's origins impact your perspective on the holiday?#ancientcelebrations #timelesscelebrations #saturnaliachristmas #ancientfestivals #christmastraditions #ancientcelebrations #joyfulreversals #saturnalia #solinvictus #romanfestivalsCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:00 - Episode Purpose and Overview04:24 - Who is Saturn: Roman Mythology09:13 - Understanding Saturnalia: Ancient Festival13:03 - Sol Invictus: The Unconquered Sun15:18 - Ad: The Wellness Company17:51 - The Cult of Sol Invictus: Beliefs and Practices20:59 - Festival of Sol Invictus: Celebrations and Traditions21:49 - Birth of Christ: Pagan Connections22:55 - Historical Context: When Did Jesus Live?25:20 - Jesus' Birth Date: Historical Perspectives27:43 - Timing of Jesus' Birth: Seasonal Insights28:05 - Current Discussion: Where We Stand29:27 - Part 2 Coming Soon: Stay Tuned29:44 - Like, Comment, Subscribe___________________________________________________________________________⇩ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS ⇩THE WELLNESS COMPANY: Health without the propaganda, emergency medical kits before you need it. Get 15% off now by using our link: https://twc.health/jrsCOMMAND YOUR BRAND: Legacy Media is dying, we fight for the free speech of our clients by placing them on top-rated podcasts as guests. We also have the go-to podcast production team. We are your premier podcast agency. Book a call with our team https://www.commandyourbrand.com/book-a-call MY PILLOW: By FAR one of my favorite products I own for the best night's sleep in the world, unless my four year old jumps on my, the My Pillow. Get up to 66% off select products, including the My Pillow Classic or the new My Pillow 2.0, go to https://www.mypillow.com/cyol or use PROMO CODE: CYOL________________________________________________________________⇩ GET MY BEST SELLING BOOK ⇩Unremarkable to Extraordinary: Ignite Your Passion to Go From Passive Observer to Creator of Your Own Lifehttps://getextraordinarybook.com/________________________________________________________________DOWNLOAD AUDIO PODCAST & GIVE A 5 STAR RATING!:APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-create-your-own-life-show/id1059619918SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UFFtmJqBUJHTU6iFch3QU(also available Google Podcasts & wherever else podcasts are streamed_________________________________________________________________⇩ SOCIAL MEDIA ⇩➤ X: https://twitter.com/jeremyryanslate➤ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jeremyryanslate➤ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jeremyryanslate_________________________________________________________________➤ CONTACT: JEREMY@COMMANDYOURBRAND.COM

An Episode That Unwraps the Dark, Autistic Charm of KrampusHere's what's in store for today's episode: * Our hosts, Matt and Angela, kick off this episode by looking back on the tumultuous year of 2024—highlighting challenges like health emergencies, unexpected relocations, and the transitions that accompanied them.* Next, we delve into the origins of Krampus—the shadowy counterpart to Santa Claus—who intriguingly exhibits some distinctly autistic traits.* Krampus can be seen as something of an autistic icon, as he shares a common dislike for the chaos of the holidays—such as loud noises, disruptions to routines, surprises, and sudden changes in plans—much like many autistic individuals.* Matt and Angela take a moment to explore autistic-coded (and explicitly autistic) Halloween media, such as Dead Like Me and Trick 'r Treat, which serves as a perfect segue into their discussion about Krampus.* Michael Dougherty's 2015 film Krampus centers around a boy from a dysfunctional family who, in a moment of frustration, wishes to be rid of them. Krampus hears his wish and descends upon the family, unleashing havoc and terror to teach them a dark and twisted lesson about the importance of holiday spirit and unity.* We touch on other autistic holiday icons, like the Grinch, who struggles with social interactions and sensory overload, and Charlie Brown, an autistic character navigating the holidays, written by an autistic man.* We discuss Christmas movies that aren't technically Christmas movies but incorporate Christmas elements and themes—like Die Hard, Home Alone, and Gremlins. We also dive into the iconic Christmas film Violent Night, starring David Harbour, exploring its unique take on holiday storytelling and its blend of action, humor, and festive spirit.* Our hosts delve into Christmas's origins as the Feast of Saturnalia in ancient Roman times and explore how ghost stories have long been a cherished part of early Christmas traditions.* Matt and Angela dive into a discussion about Charles Dickens, why he sucks, and why The Muppet Christmas Carol stands out as the superior adaptation of the classic holiday tale.* Winter and Christmas are, both metaphorically and literally, the darkest season. To counter this, we bring in light—stringing up festive lights, visiting Christmas displays, and celebrating brightness in the midst of the darkness. However, the dark side of Christmas absolutely deserves to be seen and acknowledged, as it provides essential balance and depth to the season's narrative.* Finding moments of happiness during this season can be both challenging and meaningful. There's value in embracing the season's darker aspects: revisiting ghostly tales, enjoying eerie holiday films, and acknowledging the shadows that make the light shine brighter.“Look, some years you need to be able to say, ‘Well, I might be home alone and depressed this Christmas, but at least I'm not being dragged off, beaten with birch sticks, and taken to hell. Even though it might feel that way sometimes.” - Angela“Krampus tells you all kinds of stuff. You just have to have the spirit of Krampus within you.” - Matt“That's the thing, you know - Christmas happens during the Winter Solstice, during the longest, darkest nights of the year. When all hope seems lost, the crops are dead, and the world is incredibly cold and unforgiving. And, if you go outside, you might die. You might legit die.” - Matt“[Fighting the darker side]… that's a big thing for us autistics because a lot of us face these struggles - especially when it's promoted as, you know, everybody's having a great time, everybody is happy. No, no, we are fighting our way through the darkness. We are fighting our way through the winter.” - Matt In this episode, we explore navigating the holiday season as an autistic person, touching on sensory-friendly strategies, embracing the darker side of Christmas traditions, and celebrating iconic autistic-coded holiday characters like Krampus and the Grinch. Thanks for listening! Share your thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to connect with other listeners on social media. What resonated with you from this discussion? Let us know!Show notes:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krampus_(film)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KrampusTrick R Treat ​​- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trick_%27r_TreatRelated Shows:Christmas is Autistic Holiday Expectations and NeurodivergenceFairy Tales are AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Follow us on InstagramFind us on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPJoin Matt's Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaKingdon.com Angela's social media: Twitter and TikTokOur Autism-affirming merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

Why is December 25th celebrated as the birth of Jesus? Was it a date chosen to overshadow pagan festivals like Saturnalia or Sol Invictus, or does it have deeper Christian roots? While the Bible doesn't provide a specific birthdate for Christ, it may offer more clues than you think!Just in time for the holiday season, historian and author Bill Federer returns to unpack the fascinating origins of the Christmas story and its rich Christian heritage. One of our most popular topics, this episode dives deeper into the history, theology, and traditions surrounding the incarnation of Christ—a moment that forever changed the course of human history. Join Frank and Bill as they explore questions like:How do the Dead Sea Scrolls provide evidence for Jesus' actual birthday?Why do some Christians celebrate Christmas on Jan. 6th?When did Christians start celebrating Dec. 25th as the birthday of Jesus?What is one of the most overlooked pro-life passages in the Bible?What's the story of King Herod and was he really capable of being a baby killer?Why was there strife between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and how did Rome get involved in Jewish politics?How many wise men brought gifts to Jesus and when did they visit Him?Why are the Old Testament prophecies about Jesus so vague?What's the origin of the "12 days of Christmas"?How does the history of the entire world center on the birth of Christ?This episode will be both enlightening and entertaining as it also lays out the message of the Gospel, so be sure to share it with a friend!Resources mentioned during the episode:VIDEO PODCAST: Is There Any CHRISTIAN Truth to Our CHRISTMAS Traditions? CEevents.orgBILL'S WEBSITE: https://americanminute.com/BILL'S BOOK: 'There Really is a Santa Claus'

The Roman winter festival celebrating the harvest god, Saturn, laid the foundations for many of our Christmas traditions today- feasting, gift-giving and revelry. During Saturnalia, Emperors held elaborate games at the Colosseum while others gave gag gifts. Meanwhile, in the home, the societal hierarchy was flipped - slaves were served by their masters at the dinner table and out in the streets it was a carnival of music, dancing and debauchery.Dan is joined by Dr Frances Macintosh, The English Heritage Collections Curator for Hadrian's Wall in the North East and she takes Dan through a typical Saturnalia.This is episode 1 in our 'Origins of Christmas' series. Every Wednesday in December, Dan explores the history behind our Christmas traditions—from extravagant Tudor feasts and carolling to midwinter Solstice celebrations, the bawdy entertainment of the Georgians, and the family-focused customs of the Victorians.Produced by Mariana Des Forges and James Hickmann and edited by Max Carrey and Dougal Patmore.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.