Explore ancient female deities in a Chicago exhibit, learn about elementals and energetic encounters at Goat Man Bridge, delve into the world of fairies and nature sprites, and reflect on balance and solstice with a card poll emphasizing harmony and positivity.
Preserving legacies for immortality by honoring past spirits through remembrance.
Exploring the historical beliefs in fairies and elementals, impacted by church interventions in nature worship.
Deep dives
Reflections on Legacy and Memory
The host contemplates decisions based on their impact in 100 years, inspired by the quote, 'Every reader ensures for a book a modest immortality.' They express a desire to honor the past by keeping spirits alive through remembrance. Referencing the movie 'Coco,' they highlight the importance of preserving legacies and memories to ensure souls' perpetual existence.
A Glimpse into Ancient Women's Influence
The episode discusses an exhibition in Chicago featuring ancient Mesoamerican women's roles as warriors and governors. The artifacts, including fertility figures and jewelry, shed light on their societal importance and rituals. The exhibit showcases nearly 100 artifacts from the Institute National deanthropology, revealing the cultural significance of these women.
Exploring Elementals and Fairy Beliefs
The host delves into the concept of elementals, associating them with nature divas and fairies like sprites and nymphs. They express difficulty in finding accurate information amid fictional sources and discuss historical beliefs in fairies and nature elementals. Reference is made to Celtic and British paganism, highlighting the impact of church interventions on nature worship and cognitive dissonance strategies.