Cold Tea Hot Goss

Episode 18: The Legend of Medusa


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*trigger warning: mention of r*pe/sexual assualt*

Two history graduates discuss the legend of Medusa, the snake-haired Gorgon. 
The legend of Medusa has existed for 6,000 years, and throughout the centuries her story and appearance have changed many times. From being a Fury with tusks and golden wings, to the daughter of a Gorgon, to the snake-haired temptress, Medusa has many forms. Today she is a symbol of female rage and empowerment, someone that is a weapon against the male gaze, literally turning that gaze to stone. 

Presented by: Bridget Lindh and Samira Nicholson
Intro music: stantough - www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNm3Ggv01Ns
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Sources  

'The Many Faces of Medusa - Monster, Victim or Protector? (Greek Mythology Explained)' by Mythology & Fiction Explained | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJr3rSC2rMs&ab_channel=Mythology%26FictionExplained

'Medusa: Victim or Villain?'  | Monstrum by Storied, presented by Dr. Emily Zarkas | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6VqJUmZLI0&t=302s&ab_channel=Storied   

'Medusa: The Real Story of the Snake-Haired Gorgon' | https://www.greekmythology.com/Myths/Creatures/Medusa/medusa.html 

'Medusa – Greek Mythology' by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica | https://www.britannica.com/topic/Medusa-Greek-mythology 

‘The Real Story of Medusa: Protective Powers from a Snake-Haired Gorgon’ | Ancient Origins | https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/legend-medusa-and-gorgons-002773 

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Cold Tea Hot GossBy Samira Nicholson and Bridget Lindh