

Episode 10 | Visit to the Underworld
Mar 28, 2023
Sylvia Brinton Perera, an author renowned for her exploration of goddess mythology, delves into the transformative power of descent. She discusses Inanna's journey into the underworld, linking it to personal growth and emotional vulnerability. The conversation touches on how struggles inform artistic expression, especially in music, and the societal pressures that often steer people away from confronting their inner demons. Perera also tackles the complexities of interpreting faith through both allegorical and literal lenses, enriching our understanding of historical narratives.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Inanna's Descent: Myths of Transformation
02:16 • 22min
Artistry in Adversity
24:35 • 9min
Confronting Inner Demons: The Struggle of Descent and Avoidance
33:16 • 4min
Transformative Journeys and the Role of Music
37:09 • 4min
The Allegorical versus Literal Interpretations of Faith
41:00 • 5min
Exploring the Intersection of History and Fiction
46:24 • 5min