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Women and Mythology

Maria Souza
Mythology
Feminine Wisdom
The Handless Maiden
Creativity
Medusa
La Llorona
Women Who Run With the Wolves
Modern Womanhood
Motherhood
Sovereignty
Women's Sovereignty
Psyche and Eros
Persephone
Inanna
Sealskin, Soulskin
Handless Maiden
Eve
Athena
Playfulness
Discipline

Women and Mythology is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives. This podcast sits at the intersection of ancestral stories, feminine wisdom, and creative awakening.

In Season 1, I tell ancestral myths and fairy tales, followed by rich symbolic commentary. In Season 2, I’m joined by mythologists from around the world, weaving conversations that awaken the soul and... more

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Myth, embodiment, and the psychology of transformation are weaved in this conversation with Carly Mountain, psychotherapist and author of Descent and Rising and Untamed Pleasure.

In this episode, we explore the myth of Inanna as a guide to the under... more

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Myth, archetype, and cultural diagnosis meet in this conversation with Kristina Dryza, archetypal consultant, writer, and cultural reader whose work explores the invisible patterns shaping both individual lives and the collective psyche.

In this epi... more

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Myth, history, and spiritual inquiry come together in this conversation with Anne Baring, scholar, author, and one of the leading voices on the Divine Feminine.

Anne’s work spans decades of independent research into mythology, religion, art history,... more

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What happens when myth finds you, when a story begins to mirror your own becoming?

In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Stephanie Zajchowski and I explore myth as a living companion, something to enter rather than analyze. We trace her journey from c... more

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Carly Mountain
Psychotherapist, sex therapist, author of Descent and Rising, Untamed Pleasure
Author/Practitioner
Episode: Inanna & Ereshkigal: The Underworld, the Hook, and the Return with Carly Mountain
Kristina Dryza
Futurist turned archetypal consultant, author and TEDx speaker whose work helps people perceive the unseen forces shaping their lives.
Episode: A Year of Reckoning: Archetypes Shaping the Collective Psyche with Kristina Dryza
Anne Baring
A writer and scholar focused on the restoration of the Divine Feminine in Western spirituality.
Episode: Mary Magdalene & the Forgotten Feminine Face of God with Anne Baring
Dr. Stephanie Zajchowski
Mythologist, writer, and founder of Soul Story Coaching
Soul Story Coaching
Episode: From Perfectionism to Sovereignty: Living Through Story with Dr. Stephanie Zajchowski
Dr. Catherine Svehla
Mythologist, storyteller, and host of the Myth Matters Podcast
Myth Matters
Episode: Living with Mythic Sensibility — through the myth of Psyche and Eros with Dr. Catherine Svehla
Dr. Joanna Gardner
Mythologist, writer, and magical realist exploring creativity and feminine wisdom
Joseph Campbell Foundation
Episode: Mythic Creativity & Women’s Sovereignty with Dr. Joanna Gardner
Dr. Carla Ionescu
An ancient historian, Artemis expert, and author of She Who Hunts, exploring the legacy of Artemis across cultures.
Artemis Research Centre
Episode: Medusa & Athena: Feminine Power, Protection, and Duality with Carla Ionescu
Dr. Vanya Leilani
Depth psychologist, writer, teacher, storyteller, and author of The Flesh and the Fruit.
Independent
Episode: Remembering Eve: Sovereignty, Story, and Spiritual Permission with Vanya Leilani
Lisa Marchiano
Award-winning author, podcaster, and certified Jungian analyst.
Co-host of This Jungian Life Podcast
Episode: Motherhood as Initiation, Identity, and the Power of Fairy Tales with Lisa Marchiano

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Maria
Host of the podcast, guiding the interview and thematic arc

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Validating

    I really love this podcast and the fresh perspectives it’s giving me. The episode with Anne Baring was seismic and shows me I’m in the right path. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BDHF
    United States4 months ago
  • Reading and listening

    I’ve been reading the book and after each chapter listening here for context. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1111starz
    United States10 months ago
  • Different stories from different places

    I love how she tells stories and breaks them down across multiple episodes. And that I haven’t heard most of these stories before! I’m always looking for shows that expand my horizons and I’m so glad I found this one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mcbdale
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The storytelling approach helps make complex mythologies accessible and engaging.
Guests are well-chosen, with seismic discussions that feel impactful.
The host delivers fresh perspectives and thoughtful storytelling that broaden horizons.
Shows consistently expand listeners' understanding of myth and its modern relevance.

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A Year of Reckoning: Archetypes Shaping the Collective Psyche with Kristina Dryza
Q: What are some practices that help people live mythically in chaotic times, not as an escape but as deeper participation?
Reading myths, developing symbolic imagination, practicing observation of self-narratives, and engaging in community and conscious endings are key practices.
A Year of Reckoning: Archetypes Shaping the Collective Psyche with Kristina Dryza
Q: How do you sense the archetypal layer beneath events?
Kristina describes it as being aware of patterns in society, observing what is idolized versus what is demonized, and noticing the nuances between those patterns.
Mary Magdalene & the Forgotten Feminine Face of God with Anne Baring
Q: Are you hopeful about the state of the world with all that you know?
Anne conveys hope but emphasizes the need to be aware of manipulation by powerful institutions, urging a return to divine guidance and recognition of love in society.
Mary Magdalene & the Forgotten Feminine Face of God with Anne Baring
Q: What should women do to reclaim the image of Mary Magdalene as the Holy Bride?
Anne suggests studying the literature on Mary Magdalene, restoring one's awareness of feminine value, and calling upon her for guidance.
Mary Magdalene & the Forgotten Feminine Face of God with Anne Baring
Q: What does Mary Magdalene reveal to us about the deeper mystical roots of Christianity?
Anne explains that Mary Magdalene symbolizes the lost feminine wisdom, clarifying her role as a spiritual partner to Jesus, and stresses the necessity of restoring her narrative to achieve balance in Christianity.

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A thoughtful exploration of myth, feminine wisdom, and personal transformation, with a focus on how ancient narratives illuminate modern life. Episodes often center on female archetypes, embodiment, grief, creativity, and sovereignty, weaving psychotherapy, spirituality, and myth into practical insights for listeners. Notable is the guest roster of mythologists, psychologists, and authors who bring deep scholarship and lived experience, often addressing motherhood, empowerment, and cultural narratives through a feminist lens. The show frequently features dialogue that pairs rigorous mythological analysis with accessible storytelling, making it appealing to listeners seeking meaning, self-discovery, and a sense of community around ancestral ... more

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Recent guests on Women and Mythology include:

1. Carly Mountain
2. Kristina Dryza
3. Anne Baring
4. Dr. Stephanie Zajchowski
5. Dr. Catherine Svehla
6. Dr. Joanna Gardner
7. Dr. Carla Ionescu
8. Dr. Vanya Leilani

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