⚠️ Content Warning: This episode will discuss sexual violence, rape, sexism, and misogyny in the context of Greek mythology

Medusa is more than snakes for hair and a gaze that turns people into stone. In this episode, we will dive into one of the most recognizable figures in Greek mythology. From her origins to her complicated connections with Athena and Poseidon, Medusa’s story has changed dramatically depending on the source and time period.

What can Medusa’s myth tell us about women, sexuality, punishment, power and the patriarchal structures of Ancient Greece?

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What happens when the dead have unfinished business? In this episode, we dive into three haunting Japanese folktales filled with ghosts, secrets, and supernatural encounters.

We will hear the tragic story of O-Sono and the secret letter she couldn’t leave behind, encounter the chilling Yuki-Onna, and explore a bizarre tale of vengeance, ghosts, and severed heads.

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Dragons are everywhere, we basically see them in almost every piece of modern fantasy media, but where did they come from?

In this episode, we’re taking a quick trip around the world to explore one of folklore and mythology’s most iconic creatures. From fire breathing monsters to spiritual beings, dragons have taken on countless forms throughout history.

We will explore where dragon legends may have originated, real world animals and fossils that may have influenced their stories, and some the interesting ways dragons appear in traditions.

This is just a brief introduction to dragons, because there is far too much mythology and lore to fit into one episode. Consider this your starting point into the world of dragons. We will definitely be returning to dragons to dive deeper into their individual stories.

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