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I Might Believe in Faeries

Aaron Irber
Herbal Medicine
Catholic Faith
St. Hildegard Of Bingen
Sara
St. Isidore's Entomologies
Antelope
Modern Medicine
Feminism
Aesop's Fables
Christianity
Animal Symbolism
Grand Medieval Bestiary
Medieval Culture
Folklore
Medieval Literature
C. S. Lewis
Tim Powers
Literature
Ray Bradbury
Catholicism

This is a podcast about stories, myths and Catholicism. Stories are how we orient ourselves in the world. In Catholicism, we believe in the Greatest Story: Christ crucified and resurrected. We participate in His story through ritual worship; the liturgy. Even in the Catholic Church, these truths are often forgotten or ignored. My mission for this podcast is to explore storytelling, myths, and how ... more

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“Master Nathaniel Chanticleer, the actual head of the family, was a typical Dorimarite in appearance; rotund, rubicund, red-haired, with hazel eyes in which the jokes, before he uttered them, twinkled like a trout in a burn.”

I am joined by Carla Ar... more

A lot of ink has been spilled over the Catholic and religious underpinnings of J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. Pretty much everyone knows this by now, but very few have probed the depths of how the liturgy and the Catholic Mass influenced t... more

*This episode contains content that may not be suitable for children.

Essayist, poet, and playwright, Jane Scharl returns to the show to discuss her new play, The Death of Rabelais. This is the second in a loose trilogy featuring France’s infamous h... more

It is spooky season when the veil between the material and spiritual worlds becomes thin. Halloween is right around the corner and monsters prowl about the edge of society often taking the forms of something either enticing or frightening. Church mus... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Birzer
A writer focusing on Bradbury and American literature
Episode: Something Wicked This Way Comes (ft. Brad Birzer & Thomas Salerno)
Thomas Salerno
A history educator and author of a children's nonfiction book
Word on Fire Ministries
Episode: Something Wicked This Way Comes (ft. Brad Birzer & Thomas Salerno)
Jason Baxter
Author and scholar focusing on C. S. Lewis and medieval literature
author of The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis
Episode: The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis (ft. Jason Baxter)
Leila Lawler
A mother, writer, and author who contributed the foreword to "St. Hildegard's Garden"
Episode: St. Hildegard's Garden (ft. Leila Lawler)

Host

Aaron Erber
Host of discussions focusing on mythopoetic themes, folklore, and Catholic storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • The Mythopoetic Imagination

    Aaron's podcast is one of the best resources for intelligent conversation on all aspects of the mythopoetic imagination from a Catholic perspective. He consistently asks intellignet questions and demonstrates a real talent for drawing the best from all his guests. Highly recoomended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beowulf2023
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show!

    This is currently one of my favorite podcasts. Aaron hosts some fascinating guests and leads great conversations on fantasy, folklore, and faith. I have greater appreciation for faerie with each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndrewSnyder
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful show

    great discussions about faith, fiction, and folklore with interesting guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shrines of Moriya
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic (in every sense of the word) podcast

    Love this podcast. Aaron is an extremely knowledgeable and intellectually curious host whose passion for the subject matter shines through, and his guest line-up is top-notch. I always end up with new insights (and a much longer reading list) after each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HMSReep
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep, intelligent conversations about faith, folklore, and literature.
The podcast invites a greater appreciation for storytelling in a religious context, making it a must-listen for those interested in Catholicism and fantasy.
The host is highly regarded for his ability to draw out the best insights from his guests.

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The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis (ft. Jason Baxter)
Q: How does the conception of the cosmos relate to psychology and ethics according to Lewis?
Baxter suggests that Lewis believed the shift away from the medieval worldview impacts our understanding of purpose and meaning in life.
The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis (ft. Jason Baxter)
Q: What does Lewis mean by the phrase 'evil enchantment'?
Baxter explains that it refers to modernity's materialistic view which reduces life to mere atoms and forces, neglecting the deeper spiritual life and longings.
St. Hildegard's Garden (ft. Leila Lawler)
Q: What makes St. Hildegard's view of health different from modern Western medicine?
St. Hildegard's view emphasizes balance, the interconnectedness of body and spirit, and the holistic understanding of health, contrasting with the modern binary approach of treating symptoms as mechanical issues.

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Exploring the intersections of storytelling, myths, and Catholicism is at the heart of this podcast. With a focus on how narratives shape our understanding of the world, episodes delve into the rich tapestry of folklore, fantasy, and literature through a distinctly Catholic lens. Listeners can expect discussions on various authors, including those often overshadowed by giants in the literary world, as well as themes of faith intertwined with fantastical elements. This unique approach encourages a re-examination of traditional narratives and their relevance today, emphasizing the significance of storytelling in spiritual life and how ancient wisdom can enlighten modern belief systems.

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