
Max Dashu
Has championed the various lost histories of women and championed female-centric civilizations for decades.
Top 10 podcasts with Max Dashu
Ranked by the Snipd community

Apr 22, 2023 • 1h 9min
Who Were The Amazons? -- Max Dashu Interview -- Encore Presentation
Max Dashu discusses her research into warrior women called 'Amazons.' They explore the perception of Amazons in Ancient Greek society, representation of Amazons in art, connections between ancient cultures and the Amazons, interchange between humans and bulls in ancient societies, archaeological findings and legends of the Amazons, and patriarchal suppression and the myth of the Amazons.

Feb 17, 2024 • 1h 8min
Max Dashu - Titanides
Delve into the lost histories of women with Max Dashu as she discusses the Titanides and their original stories. Explore the transition from matriarchal to male-dominated societies and how hero narratives reinforce domination. Uncover the mysteries of Aphrodite and Olympian goddesses while shedding light on ancient genetic evidence authentication.

Nov 13, 2022 • 1h 14min
Max Dashu - Pythias and Classical Oracular Women
Max Dashu, expert on the oracular tradition in Ancient Greece and its matriarchal roots, discusses the oracular women at Delphi and their connection to a purifying spring. The podcast also analyzes the portrayal of women in the Iliad and explores Apollo's Asiatic connections and the influence of Crete. Other topics include oracular centers, the impact of gendered language on professions, gender dynamics within matriarchy, and the Oracle of Dodona and other ancient oracles.

Jun 27, 2021 • 1h 12min
Max Dashu - Helen of Troy and Women of the Trojan War
Max Dashu, a noted scholar of women in history, discusses Helen of Troy and women in the Bronze Age. Topics include the presence of matriarchy in phallo-centric cultures, women's expression of power during the Trojan War, and the significance of Cassandra and Antigone. The podcast also explores the complex narratives surrounding Helen and the background of the Mycenaeans. Other topics include the mythic conquest of Thetus, conflicting heirs in Greek mythology, the tragic story of Cassandra, Greek paintings depicting the male gaze, and the treatment of Spartan women.

Oct 16, 2020 • 1h 29min
Reclaiming Women's Histories with Max Dashu
Max Dashu, researcher and author of Witches and Pagans: Women in European Folk Religion, discusses the importance of revisiting women's histories, exploring the sacred feminine, challenging patriarchal and colonial frameworks, and uncovering hidden histories. They also touch on the relationship between witches and their stigma, and upcoming courses and events.

Sep 5, 2020 • 31min
Suppressed History Of Women - Max Dashu - Pt. 3
Max Dashu, expert on suppressed history of women, discusses the prospects for a matriarchal movement today and the use of egalitarian concepts of matriarchy by progressive movements. They explore the biases in academia, the reclamation of matriarchy by indigenous women, and the importance of liberating all women.

Sep 5, 2020 • 26min
Suppressed History Of Women - Max Dashu - Pt. 2
Max Dashu, an expert on suppressed women's history, discusses the concepts of matriarchy and patriarchy in the Ancient World. They explore various ancient societies with matrilineal and matricultural influences and the lasting impact of ancient world thinkers. The chapter also delves into the shifts and developments in Europe, the importation of patriarchal principles through colonization and Christianization, and the insidious nature of patriarchy in progressive movements.

Sep 5, 2020 • 30min
Suppressed History Of Women - Max Dashu - Pt. 1
Max Dashu, a renowned researcher in suppressed history, discusses her lifelong mission to tell the forgotten history of women and matriarchy. The podcast explores global women's history, the erasure of feminist Matilda Jocelyn Gage, the power of images, and the concept of matriarchy and gender egalitarianism.

Oct 3, 2019 • 1h 2min
Witches & WitchCraft: WLRN's Edition 42 Podcast
"Witches & WitchCraft" features an interview with Max Dashu, a witch historian. They discuss the witches of old and the current state of witch resistance in today's culture. The podcast also includes an interview with Ruth Barrett, who talks about the practice of witches in today's world. Thistle delivers a special commentary about her life as a witch. Don't miss this seasonal podcast filled with witch magic.

Jan 4, 2018 • 1h 20min
Edition 21: Ancient Gynocentric Societies
Max Dashu, Riane Eisler, and Starhawk discuss ancient gynocentric societies, challenging stereotypes, exploring matrilineal societies, and the possibility of creating a gynocentric culture in the 21st century.