The Goddess Project

By Carla IonescuReligion & Spirituality History

The Goddess Project episodes

July 28, 2023 GODDESS TALKS: Dianic Wicca and Women's Rites - with Ruth Barrett
Ruth Barrett is an ordained Dianic high priestess, a seasoned ritualist, teacher and author, dedicated to the propagation of Women’s Magick and Mysteries. Her critically acclaimed Women’s Rites, Women’s Mysteries: Intuitive Ritual Creation – Expanded 3rd edition was re-published in 2018 by Tidal Time Publishing. Her website is: https://www.guardiansofthegrove.org/
In 1997 she was honoured as recipient of the L.A.C.E. award for outstanding contributions in the area of Spirituality from the Gay and Lesbian Center in Los Angeles. She co-founded Temple of Diana, Inc., and national Dianic temple with groves in California, Michigan, and Wales. Since 2020, Ruth teaches classes online through Guardians of the Grove/Temple of Diana, Inc. Her passion is teaching skills to create personal and group rituals, spell craft, and community building. Ruth is also a musician/priestess, internationally known mountain dulcimer recording artist and singer. Her numerous recordings beginning in 1980 have been among the pioneering musical works in the U. S. pagan and Goddess Spirituality Movements. Ruth was presented with the 2011 Jane Schliessman Award for outstanding contributions to women’s music from Women in the Arts at the National Women’s Music Festival. Ruth’s most recent recording in 2020 is Once And Future Amazons. In 2015 and 2021, Ruth was invited to give a special concert performances as part of the Parliament of the World’s Religions.
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1 hr 19 min
July 21, 2023 All The Ways Apollo Sucks!
Apollo has always been the 'frat boy' of the Olympic Pantheon. Privileged, arrogant and constantly needing to be the centre of attention, his transgressions make him the most repugnant of Greek gods (yes, even more so the Zeus, his father). Don't believe me? Let's talk about all the ways Apollo sucks, and see what you think. #sungod #greekmythology #apolloandartemis #apollosucks #archaeology #greekmythology #ancienthistory #goddessproject #thegoddessproject #olympicgods #Artemisandorion #orion #orionstarseed
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GET MY BOOK! ▶️ https://www.amazon.com/She-Who-Hunts-... ▶️ABOUT THE BOOK: She Who Hunts by Dr. Carla Ionescu SHE WHO HUNTS explores the ancient Greek Goddess Artemis through myths, history, legends, and folklore, with vivid and detailed archeological and historical evidence showing that rather than just a simple "maiden" Goddess or "virgin in the woods", ARTEMIS was one of the most prevalent and influential goddesses of the Mediterranean, playing a fundamental role in the communal, political and ritual development of the Greco-Roman world. HER worship can be traced to a time before the Minoans, and her rituals include all facets of the human experience, from birth rituals to rites of passage, to death and beyond. Her protection for those who honour her is all encompassing, her vengeance for those who cross her is swift and fatal. Dr. Ionescu’s work is a labour of love and research, born out of her long-standing certainty that Artemis was the most prevalent and influential goddess of the Mediterranean.
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1 hr 21 min
June 28, 2023 GAY GODS OF GREECE - Artemis
Artemis has always had 'big lesbian energy'. As Goddess of the Hunt, she walked freely in men's spaces, and demanded that no men be in her domain. Join me for this short series in honour of Pride Month 2023 and let's talk about the intimate relationships of Artemis and her besties, and all the ways she loved the company of women #artemis #diana #myth #greekmythology #ancientgreece #iphigenia #saygay #pridemonth #gaygodsofgreece #goddessproject #kallisto
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▶️ABOUT THE BOOK: She Who Hunts by Dr. Carla Ionescu SHE WHO HUNTS explores the ancient Greek Goddess Artemis through myths, history, legends, and folklore, with vivid and detailed archeological and historical evidence showing that rather than just a simple "maiden" Goddess or "virgin in the woods", ARTEMIS was one of the most prevalent and influential goddesses of the Mediterranean, playing a fundamental role in the communal, political and ritual development of the Greco-Roman world. HER worship can be traced to a time before the Minoans, and her rituals include all facets of the human experience, from birth rituals to rites of passage, to death and beyond. Her protection for those who honour her is all encompassing, her vengeance for those who cross her is swift and fatal. Dr. Ionescu’s work is a labour of love and research, born out of her long-standing certainty that Artemis was the most prevalent and influential goddess of the Mediterranean.
32 min
June 16, 2023 GAY GODS OF GREECE - Poseidon and Pelops
Poseidon, god of the sea and horses, (also known as Neptune to the Romans) was the epitome of Olympic masculinity. Often the poster boy for heteronormative desires and conquests, this big bad man also fell in love with one of the most infamous princes in Greek history: Pelops. Join me for this short series in honour of Pride Month 2023 and let's talk about Pelops story and all the ways Poseidon loved him. #saygay #pridemonth #gaygodsofgreece
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▶️ABOUT THE BOOK: She Who Hunts by Dr. Carla Ionescu SHE WHO HUNTS explores the ancient Greek Goddess Artemis through myths, history, legends, and folklore, with vivid and detailed archeological and historical evidence showing that rather than just a simple "maiden" Goddess or "virgin in the woods", ARTEMIS was one of the most prevalent and influential goddesses of the Mediterranean, playing a fundamental role in the communal, political and ritual development of the Greco-Roman world. HER worship can be traced to a time before the Minoans, and her rituals include all facets of the human experience, from birth rituals to rites of passage, to death and beyond. Her protection for those who honour her is all encompassing, her vengeance for those who cross her is swift and fatal. Dr. Ionescu’s work is a labour of love and research, born out of her long-standing certainty that Artemis was the most prevalent and influential goddess of the Mediterranean.
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▶️ABOUT DR. CARLA IONESCU (Artemis Expert) ______________________________________________________
▶️DR. CARLA IONESCU is the ArtemisExpert with a Ph.D. in Ancient History/Humanities. As one of the leading experts in the worship and ritual of Artemis Ephesia, Dr. Ionescu spends most of her time teaching in the field of Ancient History and Women's Studies, and during the summers digging through the remains of grave sites, ruins, and abandoned buildings, trying to uncover the long lost mystery that is Artemis, The Great Mother.
31 min
June 14, 2023 GAY GODS OF GREECE: The Amazons
Amazon Warrior women were infamous among the Greeks for being notoriously independent, athletic and unapologetic. But what were they doing in their down time? While we know they love getting tattoos, smoking pot and dropping off unwanted male babies in the nearest village, we don't know much about their intimate and personal lives. Join me for this short series in honour of Pride Month 2023 and let's try to figure out how Amazon women spent their nights, and days, when they weren't preparing to take on the latest Greek hero or village king. #amazonwoman #amazonwarrior #theamazons #greekmythology #ancienthistory #myth #ancientgreece #herstory #ancientgreek ▶️ TAKE A GODDESS COURSE WITH ME! ▶️ https://artemisexpert.disco.co SUPPORT THE GODDESS PROJECT PODCAST! PATREON ▶️ https://www.patreon.com/goddessproject 📖 GET MY BOOK! ▶️ https://www.amazon.com/She-Who-Hunts-... ▶️ABOUT THE BOOK: She Who Hunts by Dr. Carla Ionescu SHE WHO HUNTS explores the ancient Greek Goddess Artemis through myths, history, legends, and folklore, with vivid and detailed archeological and historical evidence showing that rather than just a simple "maiden" Goddess or "virgin in the woods", ARTEMIS was one of the most prevalent and influential goddesses of the Mediterranean, playing a fundamental role in the communal, political and ritual development of the Greco-Roman world. HER worship can be traced to a time before the Minoans, and her rituals include all facets of the human experience, from birth rituals to rites of passage, to death and beyond. Her protection for those who honour her is all encompassing, her vengeance for those who cross her is swift and fatal. Dr. Ionescu’s work is a labour of love and research, born out of her long-standing certainty that Artemis was the most prevalent and influential goddess of the Mediterranean. ▶️COME JOIN ME! ______________________________________________________ WEBSITE: https://artemisresearchcentre.com/ NEWSLETTER: https://artemisresearchcentre.com/new... ▶️FOLLOW▶️ Let's Get Social!____________________________________________YOUTUBE: / @goddessproject TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegoddessproj4 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/goddessproj... TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@artemisexpert FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/artemisexpert EMAIL: [email protected]
40 min
May 26, 2023 Ancient Maenads - The Last of the Wild Women
#greekmythology #maenad #dionysus Maenads were the "raving" wild women of the Ancient Greek and Roman world. Or were they? So much that has been shared about the ecstatic rites of Dionysius was written by ancient male authors who never witnessed theses 'savage' festivals of wild women for themselves. So much of what we know about the Bacchants of the wine god was written as backlash in response to women leaving their homes to 'rave in the woods' with wine, and dancing and (perhaps) raw flesh they consumed in their intoxication with the God. Join me, and let's discuss all the fantasy writings of men, about the secrets of uncontrollable women. #wildwomen #antlergoddess #hornedgoddess #deergoddess #archaeology #greekmythology #divinefeminine #myth #ancienthistory #goddessproject #bacchus #bacchaparty #bacchanalia #womensrites #womensfestivals #womenempowerment
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GET MY BOOK! ▶️ https://www.amazon.com/She-Who-Hunts-... ▶️ABOUT THE BOOK: She Who Hunts by Dr. Carla Ionescu SHE WHO HUNTS explores the ancient Greek Goddess Artemis through myths, history, legends, and folklore, with vivid and detailed archeological and historical evidence showing that rather than just a simple "maiden" Goddess or "virgin in the woods", ARTEMIS was one of the most prevalent and influential goddesses of the Mediterranean, playing a fundamental role in the communal, political and ritual development of the Greco-Roman world. HER worship can be traced to a time before the Minoans, and her rituals include all facets of the human experience, from birth rituals to rites of passage, to death and beyond. Her protection for those who honour her is all encompassing, her vengeance for those who cross her is swift and fatal. Dr. Ionescu’s work is a labour of love and research, born out of her long-standing certainty that Artemis was the most prevalent and influential goddess of the Mediterranean.
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1 hr 14 min
May 12, 2023 GODDESS TALKS: Myth, Sex, and Historical Fiction - with Zenobia Neil
Goddess Talks is a short series of interviews with Goddess scholars and practitioners where we informally discuss all things ancient, sacred and divinely feminine. #goddesstalks #history #ariadne #fiction
Zenobia Neil was named after an ancient warrior queen who fought against the Romans. She writes historical fiction and historical fantasy from under-represented perspectives. Her debut novel PSYCHE UNBOUND won a publishing contract. Her second novel THE JINNI'S LAST WISH takes place in the Imperial Ottoman Harem and focuses on a eunuch, a mysterious Jewish woman, and a jinni. Her third novel THE QUEEN OF WARRIORS: ALEXANDRA OF SPARTA BOOK ONE is about a Spartan woman warrior in search of redemption in the war-torn remains of Alexander the Great's empire. Her newest novel, ARIADNE UNRAVELED: A MYTHIC RETELLING is about the love story between Ariadne and Dionysus, which takes place in Bronze Age Crete and surrounding Aegean islands. She lives in Los Angeles with her family. Her website is: https://www.zenobianeil.com/
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1 hr 6 min
April 22, 2023 GODDESS TALKS: The World of the Ancient Minoans - with Laura Perry
Ever wonder what the ancient Minoans were really like? Whether or not Ariadne and Theseus really fell in love? Join me in this conversation with Minoan expert Laura Perry, for a candid conversation. about Minoan life and traditions. #goddesstalksLaura Perry is a priestess and creator who works magic with words, paint, ink, music, textiles, and herbs. She is the founder and Temple Mom of Modern Minoan Paganism (a.k.a. Ariadne's Tribe) as well as a third degree Wiccan priestess, a Reiki master, and a longtime herbalist and naturopath. She has published three non-fiction books, three novels, a coloring book, and a Tarot deck as well as contributing to seven anthologies, editing two, and collaborating on a second Tarot deck. Her articles have appeared in Spiral Nature, The Magical Times, Indie Shaman, SageWoman and Pagan Dawn magazines, among others. She also works as a freelance editor, helping writers polish up their work until it shines. When she's not busy drawing, writing, or leading rituals and workshops, you can probably find her digging in the garden or giving a living history demonstration at a local historic site. Her website is https://www.lauraperryauthor.com/
1 hr 9 min
March 17, 2023 Hera - The NOT So Nagging Wife
#greekmythology #hera #goddess How many stories of Hera, the nagging wife of Zeus have you heard? How many in which she is jealous and murderous, and out to cause havoc on Zeus' seductive exploits? Would it surprise you to learn that Hera is a much more ancient Goddess than all male gods in the Olympian pantheon? Her power was rooted in the fact that she could birth children without the help of a male partner. She was a force to be reckoned with, a mother of beasts, a procreative powerhouse. Join me in today's episode and let's discover all the pre-Greek rituals of this much ignored Goddess.
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1 hr 17 min
March 10, 2023 GODDESS TALKS: Journeying with The Virgin Mary - with Mikki Baloy
Goddess Talks is a short series of interviews with Goddess scholars and practitioners where we informally discuss all things ancient, sacred and divinely feminine. #goddesstalks
This week I had the pleasure to talk to Mikki Baloy. Mikki has been practicing shamanic healing for over a decade. She has studied with shamans, ritual-keepers, and mystics from around the world, as well as with other teachers and peers. Mikki’s holistic approach to healing fuses a mix of ancestral traditions with yoga, Buddhism, and almost four decades of creative training as a performer, writer, and musician. She was the Director of a 9/11 foundation in New York City, helping to create and maintain programs to assist many thousands of people—while undertaking her own healing journey. She is the author of Hallowed Underground: Sacred Hope and Healing in Dark Times, which describes her recovery from PTSD, depression, divorce, and sexual assault, and she has been featured in two books about post-disaster resiliency. Her website is http://mikkibaloy.com
44 min