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| Guinevere: Part 2 - Power, Agency and Patriarchy | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:49:47 | |
TRIGGER WARNING - SEXUAL ASSAULT For centuries, Guinevere has been portrayed as a cautionary tale—the woman whose love affair with Lancelot shattered Camelot. But was she truly the villain of the story, or was she a victim of the patriarchal narratives that have shaped her legend? In this episode, we reclaim Guinevere’s agency, exploring her role as a powerful queen, a woman caught between duty and desire. Welcome to the second part of our exploration of Queen Guinevere, where we take a look at how portrayals of Guinevere changed through time from Thomas Mallory, through to the Victorian period and into the modern day. Cool Stuff Mentioned in this Episode: https://www.earlybritishkingdoms.com/bios/guinever.html https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-famous-people/guinevere-0017503 https://www.worldhistory.org/Guinevere/ https://matterofbritain.com/htmlpages/legendliterature3.html https://www.medievalists.net/2017/12/will-real-guinevere-please-stand/ https://centaur.reading.ac.uk/84552/1/RMS-2004-04_P._S._Noble%2C_Women_in_the_Vulgate_Cycle.pdf https://skemman.is/bitstream/1946/8367/1/Queen Guinevere.pdf https://www.poetryintranslation.com/PITBR/French/DeTroyesLancelotPartIII.php#anchor_Toc534022913 Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Guinevere: Part 1 - Passion, Betrayal and the End of Camelot | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:41:53 | |
For centuries, Guinevere has been portrayed as a cautionary tale—the woman whose love affair with Lancelot shattered Camelot. But was she truly the villain of the story, or was she a victim of the patriarchal narratives that have shaped her legend? In this episode, we reclaim Guinevere’s agency, exploring her role as a powerful queen, a woman caught between duty and desire. Join us in this first part of our exploration of Queen Guinevere as we examine the medieval sources and hear some stories of Guinevere and her Lancelot. Cool Stuff Mentioned in this Episode: https://www.earlybritishkingdoms.com/bios/guinever.html https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-famous-people/guinevere-0017503 https://www.worldhistory.org/Guinevere/ https://matterofbritain.com/htmlpages/legendliterature3.html https://www.medievalists.net/2017/12/will-real-guinevere-please-stand/ https://centaur.reading.ac.uk/84552/1/RMS-2004-04_P._S._Noble%2C_Women_in_the_Vulgate_Cycle.pdf https://skemman.is/bitstream/1946/8367/1/Queen Guinevere.pdf https://www.poetryintranslation.com/PITBR/French/DeTroyesLancelotPartIII.php#anchor_Toc534022913 Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Amaterasu: Radiant Goddess of the Sun | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:37:22 | |
Come and learn all about Amaterasu, the fascinating Japanese Shinto Goddess of the sun. Learn about where she came from and hear tales of her quite dramatic sibling rivalries. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Meet the Ladies of Christmas Folklore | 23 Dec 2024 | 00:30:17 | |
Come and find out all about the amazing women of yuletide mythology and folklore in this special festive episode! Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| The Little Mermaid: Dreams Drowned in Reality | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:31:15 | |
If you thought you knew The Little Mermaid, think again. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Mulan: The Legacy of China’s Brave Daughter | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:26:54 | |
Dive into the captivating history of one of the world’s most beloved fairy tales. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Sleeping Beauty: Twisted Roots of an Iconic Tale | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:28:57 | |
Dive into the captivating history of one of the world’s most beloved fairy tales. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Giulia Tofana: Poison The Men | 10 Nov 2024 | 00:28:00 | |
If you had the recipe to a highly effective, undetectable poison, how would you use it? To poison the men of course. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Morgan le Fay: Heroine or Villainess of the Round Table? | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:43:05 | |
Come and jump into Arthurian Legend and find out all about Arthur's half-sister, Morgan le Fay. Was she truly evil or was she just a girl trying to hold her own in a world of knights and wizards? Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Erzulie: Divine Feminine in Vodou | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:42:46 | |
Come and explore the world of the Erzulie, divine feminine figures in Haitian Vodou. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Kuwazu Nyobo: The Dark Side of Japanese Folklore | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:35:48 | |
Come with me to Japan to explore the terrifying Kuwazu Nyobo, the silent wife with the mouth in the back of her head. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Isis: The Enchantress Who Resurrected a God | 08 Oct 2024 | 00:46:38 | |
Today's episode is all about Isis, the powerful mother figure who resurrected her husband and built a following (and a phallus) that transcended borders. https://www.eoht.info/page/Phallus%20of%20Osiris https://faculty.gvsu.edu/websterm/Egypt/Ra&Isis.html Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Patreon Announcement! | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:08:17 | |
Here's a little announcement to let you all know what I've been cooking up. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ladiesoflore?_t=ZN-8uPUK8OLW7C&_r=1 Patreon will be live from 1st April at: patreon.com/LadiesofLore Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Lilith: Seductress, Scapegoat, or Survivor? | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:43:06 | |
Today's episode is all about Lilith, the first lady of the garden of Eden, demoness, seductress and feminist icon. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Hel: Keeper of Souls | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:31:49 | |
Today's episode is all about Hel, the Norse ruler of the underworld and Cate Blanchett lookalike! Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Yennenga: Breaking Barriers, Building Dynasties | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:35:44 | |
Today’s episode is all about Yennenga, the warrior princess who broke tradition and founded a dynasty! Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| A Message For You! | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:02:13 | |
So sorry for my last minute no show this week! But I promise I'll be back next week with a super fascinating episode about a badass woman of mythology. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Harpies: Furious and Fearsome | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:30:48 | |
Today’s episode is all about Harpies, the furious and fearsome winged women of Ancient Greek Mythology! Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Inanna: Love, War and Honey Cheese | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:38:08 | |
In this episode we'll explore the fierce, fascinating and fabulous Sumerian Goddess, Inanna. The Queen of Heaven and of getting her own back. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| The Morrigan: A Triple Threat | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:37:15 | |
In this episode we'll embark on a captivating journey into the origins and legends of The Morrigan, the formidable Irish goddess of war, fate, and sovereignty. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| La Llorona: Spirit of Grief | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:30:51 | |
In this episode, we'll unveil the terrifyingly tragic tale of La Llorona, a figure who has haunted Latin America for centuries. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Medusa: From Monster to Muse | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:27:29 | |
Trigger Warning - Sexual Assault. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Trailer: Welcome to Ladies of Lore | 27 Jul 2024 | 00:01:00 | |
Hi! I'm India, an almost 30-year-old history enthusiast from Suffolk, UK. From a young age, my passion for History and Mythology has fueled my curiosity and imagination. I remember being captivated by the tales of heroes from Ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, but I always had one lingering question: where are the stories of the women? Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Oshun: From Honey to Beyoncé’s Lemonade | 26 Feb 2025 | 00:36:24 | |
From the golden waters of Yoruba mythology to the iconic visuals of Lemonade, Oshun has long been a symbol of love, femininity, and resilience. But how does this powerful goddess connect to Beyoncé’s music, imagery, and artistic evolution? In this episode, we explore the origins and transformations of the Orisha, Oshun and unpack the deep spiritual and cultural ties between Oshun and Queen Bey. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode:
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| Tiana: The True Story Behind Disney’s First Black Princess | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:26:48 | |
Disney’s The Princess and the Frog introduced audiences to Tiana, a hardworking dreamer inspired by the real-life culinary legend Leah Chase. In this episode, we start with a brief look at the classic tale before diving into the remarkable story of Leah Chase—her journey from humble beginnings to becoming the “Queen of Creole Cuisine,” her impact on New Orleans, and how her life helped shape Disney’s first Black princess. Join us as we explore the legacy of a woman who stirred up more than just great food—she helped inspire history. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode:
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| Ala: Mother of the Earth | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:28:24 | |
In this episode, we explore Ala, the powerful Earth Goddess of Igbo mythology. As the guardian of fertility, morality, and the afterlife, Ala plays a central role in Igbo spirituality. Join us as we uncover her significance, sacred shrines, and lasting influence on Igbo traditions. Cool stuff mentioned in this episode:
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| Mami Wata: Between Waves and Worlds | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:42:56 | |
I am so sorry for the microphone quality not being amazing this episode! Your girl was riding the struggle bus with it this week. Thank you for listening nonetheless! I'm really excited to be highlighting Black mythology all throughout February, this week we're kicking it off by diving into the water and learning all about Mami Wata, the African water deity known for her beauty, generosity and potential for destruction. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://africa.si.edu/exhibits/mamiwata/intro.html https://www.nms.ac.uk/discover-catalogue/the-african-spiritual-tradition-of-mami-wata https://farafinabooks.wordpress.com/2012/11/15/wet-hair-by-eghosa-imasuen/ https://republic.com.ng/nigeria/mami-wata-cj-obasi/ https://youtu.be/BRmj7lyvRlk?si=AbrrEpsG2qu1Wx2t https://www.moma.org/artists/28097-wangechi-mutu Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Aswang: Unmasking the Night Terror | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:45:18 | |
Take a step into the spooky unknown and learn all about the creatures that strike fear into the Philippines, The Aswang. https://allthatsinteresting.com/aswang https://www.reddit.com/r/Iloilo/comments/15dsm8x/aswang_stories_and_paranormal_experiences/ https://owlcation.com/humanities/What-Really-Is-an-Aswang Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Belle: More Than a Provincial Life | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:39:21 | |
In this episode, we dive into the evolution of Belle, the beloved heroine from Beauty and the Beast. From Roman influence, her origins in 18th-century fairy tales to her portrayal in Disney’s iconic animation and live-action adaptations, we explore how Belle has remained a symbol of curiosity, courage, and compassion. Discover how her character has adapted to reflect changing cultural values, inspiring generations with her love of knowledge and her ability to see beyond appearances. Let us uncover the timeless magic of Belle across the ages. Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Jezebel: Power, Politics and Prophecy | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:52:39 | |
We're back with another bad girl of the Bible this week, Jezbel! Is she misunderstood or was she just a bit power hungry and immoral? Come and find out! Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Freyja: The Goddess Who Wept Gold | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:52:34 | |
In this episode, we journey through myth, memory, and modern magic to explore the powerful Norse goddess Freyja. From her ancient origins as a Vanir deity of love, fertility, death, and seiðr, to her medieval demonisation and Enlightenment dismissal, Freyja’s identity has evolved across centuries of cultural transformation. We trace how she was reimagined during the Romantic and nationalist 19th century and how today she rises again—this time as a feminist icon, digital warrior, and muse for video games, music, and literature. Join us as we uncover how Freyja’s story has been told, twisted, and reborn—again and again. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://skemman.is/bitstream/1946/27622/1/A%20New%20Kind%20of%20Feminine.pdf https://www.duo.uio.no/bitstream/handle/10852/57994/1/Lan-Wang-thesis.pdf https://www.proquest.com/openview/e198dc4fef9e6a4e40d0465d3538b2a7 Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Circe: Weaving Her Own Fate | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:50:16 | |
This week we will be taking a look at the transformation of one of mythology’s most misunderstood women: Circe. From Homer’s dangerous enchantress to a symbol of female power and self-authorship, we'll trace Circe’s evolution through ancient texts, centuries of retellings, and her feminist reclamation in today’s literature and culture. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/spellbinding-story-circe-goddess-magic-006787 https://www.greekmythology.com/Other_Gods/Circe/circe.html https://uw.manifoldapp.org/read/odysseus-and-circe/section/00bcf35b-0057-450a-a122-781c91a8a73a https://devonte.blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/alfred-tennyson-e28093-ulysses.pdf https://www.britannica.com/topic/Circe-Greek-mythology Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Sirens: The Musical (ft. RPG Major) | 02 Apr 2025 | 01:54:06 | |
Join me for a very special episode of Ladies of Lore, featuring the incredibly talented cast of RPG Major, the improvised musical actual play podcast. Today we explore the Sirens, find out where they come from, hear their stories and learn about how they have changed through time to arrive in today's modern world. All while hearing some amazing improvised songs from RPG Major. Follow RPG Major: https://bsky.app/profile/rpgmajor.bsky.social https://www.instagram.com/rpgmajor/ Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.theoi.com/Text/HesiodCatalogues.html https://www.frieze.com/article/siren-some-poetics-2022-review https://www.frieze.com/article/siren-some-poetics-2022-review https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/248205 https://www.awesomestories.com/asset/view/Odysseus-and-the-Sirens https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/myths/odysseus-and-the-sirens/ https://mnet.mwpai.org/sites/default/files/2021-08/Ulysses_and_the_Sirens.pdf https://www.historytoday.com/archive/foundations/ulysses-and-sirens https://www.cusd80.com/cms/lib/AZ01001175/Centricity/Domain/4937/6%20-%20The%20Sirens.pdf Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Pandora: A Jar of Hope | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:41:18 | |
In this episode, we unravel the mystery of Pandora’s story, the true meaning of her jar, and the curious fate of hope. Was it a blessing, a trick, or something more? Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/G_1884-0807-1 https://turkisharchaeonews.net/object/pithos-garden-troy https://www.britannica.com/topic/Pandora-Greek-mythology https://www.greekmyths-greekmythology.com/pandoras-box-myth/ https://www.theoi.com/Heroine/Pandora.html https://www.greekmythology.com/Myths/Mortals/Pandora/pandora.html http://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/18394/ Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Queer Women of Mythology | 16 Jun 2025 | 01:12:31 | |
From goddesses who loved women to warrior queens who defied gender norms, this episode celebrates the queer women of mythology. This week we're unearthing sapphic stories and discussing the divine queerness that’s always been part of our history and mythology. Help in LA: https://lapublicpress.org/2025/06/la-protest-resources-ice/ https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/ https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025immigrantbondfund/ Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/zanele-muholi https://archive.org/details/mythsmysteriesof00down/page/n5/mode/2up https://pshares.org/blog/queer-desire-and-the-myth-of-iphis/ https://medium.com/counterarts/queer-love-stories-in-ovid-iphis-and-ianthe-85a00cc60468 https://medium.com/prismnpen/the-real-spectacular-amazons-lesbians-connection-9aac08fb77e4 https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/essay/amorous-soldiers-and-amazons/ https://www.shoutoutloud.org.uk/blog/old-gods-new-meanings/ https://artemisexpert.substack.com/p/gay-gods-of-greece-artemis-167 https://scholarsbank.uoregon.edu/items/262b9887-482f-4f95-a1a3-3dc336e1b44b https://www.britannica.com/biography/Sappho-Greek-poet Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Atabey: The Cosmic Mother of the Caribbean | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:47:18 | |
Atabey, the Taino Mother of creation, once shaped land, sea, and sky. In this episode, we explore her as life-giver and cosmic force—and trace how her image shifted through colonisation, erasure, and survival. From sacred caves to modern memory, we follow the story of a goddess who endures. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: Taíno: Indigenous Caribbeans - Black History Month 2025 Columbus and the Taíno - Exploring the Early Americas | Exhibitions - Library of Congress Who Were the Taíno, the Original Inhabitants of Columbus’ Island Colonies? https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-319-71318-2 https://www.proquest.com/openview/0c9d55c13fe7146e6a1325db7682eeb5/1?pq-origsite=gscholar https://www.proquest.com/openview/9c8ed0a77171cbcbc1137e8039f60b57/1?pq-origsite=gscholar Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Suffolk: Boudicca, Witches and Fairies, Oh My! | 20 May 2025 | 00:48:49 | |
In the very first episode of Ladies of Lore on Tour, we'll step into the mists of East Anglia as we trace the footsteps of Boudicca, commune with the witches of Suffolk, explore fairy folklore, and unravel the mystery of the green children of Woolpit. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.nationalparks.uk/2024/09/30/discover-folklore-of-the-broads/ https://www.thesuffolkcoast.co.uk/articles/myths-legends-of-the-suffolk-coast https://lowestoftoldandnow.org/lon/inspirational-women/amy-denny-and-rose-cullender https://folklorethursday.com/legends/celtic-warrior-women-queen-boudica-of-the-iceni/ Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||
| Schedule Update, Discord Server & Patreon News! | 30 Apr 2025 | 00:06:17 | |
Super short update this week to give you the low down on the latest at Ladies of Lore. Biggest news is that the Patreon & Discord Server are both now live and you can access them here: www.patreon.com/LadiesOfLore Hope to see and chat to some of you there! Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore | |||