In this episode of The Sacred Places Podcast, we set off on a beautifully meandering journey into the world of Sabrina, the goddess and land spirit of the River Severn, the longest river in Britain. Joining me is Brett Hollyhead (@witch_of_salopia), author of Sabrina, for a deeply conversational episode that feels less like a formal interview and more like two friends sitting by the river, letting the stories flow where they may.

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Together, we explore the many myths and faces of Sabrina, looking at how she weaves together the realms of land, sea, and sky. Along the way, we reflect on the idea of sacred rage and what it means to hold fierce love for the earth and its waters, especially in a time when so much of our world feels under threat.

Our conversation wanders into fascinating comparisons with Greek mythology, where we discuss figures like Dione (sometimes called the “female Zeus”) and challenge why that label doesn’t fully capture her power. We also explore the surprising possibility that Poseidon may have originally been understood as a female deity, opening up a much larger conversation about queerness, gender, and the fluidity of the divine in myth.

Brett shares insights into sacred sites associated with Sabrina, such as Littledean and the Litany Temple. Throughout the episode, we also touch on other threads of Welsh mythology, creating a rich tapestry of stories, symbols, and meanings.

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This podcast episode was edited by Jordan, a cohost from The Astro Study Room
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Music: Tribal Wind - SergePavkinMusic
Music Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWe5Z7qISMQ