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Podcast episodes on mythology, folklore, and urban legends, discussed by two tipsy history nerds. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy re-tellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every two weeks, on Spirits.

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March 12, 2025

Gods of the Nile | Denial Isn’t Just a River

March 12, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
Gods of the Nile | Denial Isn’t Just a River

We’ve reached the end of the river. What an amazing journey. We discuss our final 3 gods of the Nile River: Khnum, Hapy, and Sobek. Fish? They’re agents of chaos.

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March 12, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
February 19, 2025

Anubis | Denial Isn’t Just a River

February 19, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
Anubis | Denial Isn’t Just a River

Perky little ears and a terrifying visage, we’re talking this week about the god of mummification, Anubis! Featuring a zoology corner where we learn about jackals that aren’t actually jackals, watch a guy REALLY go through it, and more as we discuss our little rotty prince.

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February 19, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
January 01, 2025

Episode 421: Bastet

January 01, 2025/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 421: Bastet

We’re starting the new year off right: With a goddess who is leading with both her cat face and her titties - Bastet! That’s how we all should enter the new year in my opinion.

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January 01, 2025/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
December 04, 2024

Episode 417: Sekhmet

December 04, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 417: Sekhmet

Hair? Perfect. Bloodlust? Raging. Titty? Adorned. You know what that means: it’s time to dive deep into the story of everyone’s favorite lioness! 

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December 04, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
November 08, 2024

Episode 413: Hathor

November 08, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 413: Hathor

This goddess is giving mother. Literally. This many-named deity, Hathor, is the goddess of love, sex, makeup, and even hangovers. You can see why we’re excited to talk about her.

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November 08, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
October 02, 2024

Episode 408: Nephthys & Seshat

October 02, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 408: Nephthys & Seshat

We’ve got a goddess double header! We dive into two underappreciated goddesses, who really are way cooler than you were led to believe in your elementary school Egyptian history unit. 

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October 02, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
September 11, 2024

Episode 405: Horus

September 11, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 405: Horus

We’ve been circling around Horus like a HAWK during this series, but now it’s finally time to dive right into it. We talk about the origins of this boy bird king, how he grew up, and how he managed to finally become the head god in charge!

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September 11, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
August 14, 2024

Episode 401: Set

August 14, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 401: Set

Every story needs a villain, and Egyptian mythology has Set. But is he really just a villain? We explore his multifaceted domains, his motivations, and the worst salad story you’ve ever heard. 

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August 14, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
July 03, 2024

Episode 395: Isis

July 03, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 395: Isis

We’re talking this week about Isis, the Egyptian Head Queen in Charge! She’s out there doing magic, bringing people back from the dead, controlling scorpions, all sorts of things. If you’re not impressed, you’re not listening.

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July 03, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
May 22, 2024

Episode 389: Osiris

May 22, 2024/ Spirits Podcast
Episode 389: Osiris

More mummies, more problems - or in this case, we’re talking about the FIRST mummy and god of the afterlife: Osiris! 

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May 22, 2024/ Spirits Podcast/
episode
Egypt, mythology
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