Wind’s in the East, Spring’s Comin’ in… learn about the Greek Gods of the Wind, the Anemoi, in this episode! Start with learning their names and enjoy as Kara and Josh breeze through some of their myths and mentions in epic poetry like the Odyssey. Discover other artistic forms and uses of the Anemoi, the god Aeolus (keep of the Winds), and wind in general from modern novels to wire sculptures! Fair warning, there are a decent amount of wind puns scattered throughout the episode.

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Image: “Aeolus Giving the Winds to Odysseus” by Isaac Moillon (1614-1673)

Ancient Rome boasted an impressive polytheistic religion. Festivals to various gods were celebrated throughout the year, and Saturnalia and Natalis Invictus occurred around the winter solstice (Dec 20/21). Kara and Josh explore these holidays and what, if any, influence they have on the date of Christmas and how the holiday is celebrated today.

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Image Credit:

“Saturn”, Giuseppe Niccolo Vicentino aka Rospigliosi c.1540-50 https://www.agsa.sa.gov.au/collection-publications/collection/works/saturn/22851/	

The Irish-Pagan holiday of Samhain is one of the largest influences on our modern Christian and Secular holiday of Halloween. This episode explores the history and tradition of Samhain and how those traditions are seen today.

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Image Credit: https://oghamart.com/blogs/news/samhain-halloween-celtic-roots