

Dragons
8 snips Oct 30, 2023
The podcast explores the origins and cultural significance of dragons across various mythologies, delving into theories about their evolutionary origins and connections to snakes. It discusses the misconception of dragon remains and the influence of Pliny on dragon lore. The chapter also explores the motivations behind inventing dragon stories and the influence of culture on sleep paralysis hallucinations. The podcast concludes with the promotion of the host's new novel and additional resources.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Dragons: Evolutionary Origins and Cultural Significance
04:06 • 9min
Dragons: Mythology, Origins, and Associations with Snakes
12:55 • 25min
Misconception about human memory and the influence of Pliny
38:25 • 5min
Dragon Stories: From Mythology to Fraud
43:36 • 24min
The Influence of Culture on Sleep Paralysis and Hallucinations
01:07:08 • 2min
Exploring the Origin of Dragons and Promoting a New Novel
01:08:48 • 6min