Season 1: The Birth of the Universe and Humanity

Long before organized religion or science, early humans navigated the mysteries of existence through magic, ritual, and spiritual connection with nature. In this episode, we explore the world’s first belief systems—animism, shamanism, and totemism—and uncover how they shaped our earliest societies.

From symbolic cave art to trance-induced visions, from sacred burial practices to spirit-animal kinship, this journey takes you deep into the spiritual life of our ancestors. Discover how shamans bridged the seen and unseen worlds, how magic functioned as survival technology, and how totems united early clans into powerful communities.

🎧 Join us as we decode humanity's first spiritual map—and how its legacy still echoes through our modern minds.

A Smart Curiosity Original Podcast.