Women and Mythology

By Maria Souza

Women and Mythology is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives. This podcast sits at the intersection of ancestral stories, feminine wisdom, and creative awakening

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How many episodes does Women and Mythology have?

The podcast currently has 42 episodes available.

Women and Mythology episodes:

January 26, 2025 14. The Handless Maiden, Part 1: Story and the Symbology of the Hands and Dismemberment
In the final episode of Season 1, Maria delves into the epic tale of The Handless Maiden alongside special guest Nikki. Together, they explore the symbolism of losing one’s hands, the inner predator, ways to protect our creative lives, and much more.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com

Nikki Lizares is the founder and soup tender of Wild Woman Rising, a space where women come together to explore and tend to both their inner and outer landscapes. An author, ecologist, and advocate for women’s circles, Nikki loves to collect stories, especially ones that show kinship with earth and all its creatures.

Connect with Nikki:
Website: thewildwomanrising.com
Substack: wayofthewildwoman.substack.com
Email: [email protected]
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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49min
December 05, 2024 13. The Woman With Hair of Gold: Kore, Releasing Secrets and Grieving Our Wounds
Dive into the tale of The Woman with Hair of Gold to uncover the archetype of Kore—a self-contained, sovereign woman. Explore the transformative power of releasing shameful secrets, embracing grief, and healing the wounds we carry to fully embody our strong and vital self.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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25min
November 05, 2024 12. The Crescent Moon Bear: Embracing the Power of Rage and Healing
Explore the Japanese folktale of The Crescent Moon Bear, a story that reflects on the dual nature of rage—one that corrodes and one that is essential to a woman’s life. Maria Souza unpacks the archetypes of the healer and magical animals, as well as the symbolism of the bear, the mountain, and the path of healing woven throughout this tale.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
WOLVES TRIBE PROGRAM
Dive deeper into this and 16 more stories to develop a strong sense of Self
https://www.womenandmythology.com/wolvestribe
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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34min
September 16, 2024 11. Baubo: Unearthing Sacred Sexuality, The Power of Laughter and The Symbology of the Vulva
Explore the Greek Myth of Baubo and a reflection on the symbology of laughter and the archetype of the Goddess of Fecundity as a source of power and vitality. Maria Souza also touches on the symbology of the breasts and vulva for women.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
WOLVES TRIBE PROGRAM
Dive deeper into this and 16 more stories to develop a strong sense of Self
https://www.womenandmythology.com/wolvestribe
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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18min
September 10, 2024 10. La Llorona: Folktale on Women's Creative Life, Unblocking The Creative Self and The Animus
In this episode, Maria Souza tells the Central American folktale of La Llorona, a story that showcases the tragedy of letting go of one's creative power. The symbolic reflection highlights the importance to nurture, unblock and protect women's creative life and how can our animus be ally, instead of tyrant.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
MYTHS & THE CREATIVE LIFE WORKSHOP
Join this workshop for an enlightening journey into the heart of your creative life and unleash the creative force within you.
https://www.womenandmythology.com/creativelife
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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24min
September 03, 2024 9. Sealskin, Soulskin: A Story on Women’s Soul Cycle and The Marriage with The Ego.
In this episode, Maria Souza tells the story of Sealskin, Soulskin and brings a reflection on the symbology of the skin, the cycles of women's life, the marriage between ego and soul, and the agreements and gifts this relationship offers us.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
WOLVES TRIBE PROGRAM
Dive deeper into this and 16 more stories to develop a strong sense of Self
https://www.womenandmythology.com/wolvestribe
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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29min
February 09, 2023 8.2 Symbols: The 8 Traps That Causes Injured Instinct
In this episode, Maria Souza analyses the eight traps that the heroine in The Red Shoes succumbs to and what we can do to heal instinct. Reflect on what you must take to the executioner's house and women's excesses.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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32min
February 02, 2023 8.1 Symbols: The Handmade Life and The Red Shoes
In this episode, Maria Souza will explore the symbols of shoes and the color red and offer images for us to understand the Handmade Life. Reflect on what kind of sacrifices you are making and how you can build a soul-giving life.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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17min
February 02, 2023 8. STORY THE RED SHOES
Listen to the story of The Red Shoes, a classic tale about the traps women fall into when they trade their handmade life. This version of the story is found in the book Women Who Run With The Wolves by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés.
Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
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12min
May 26, 2022 7.1 Symbols: The Power of The Body
Explore ideas on the power of the body in the instinctual world. In this episode, Maria Souza will reflect on how one standard of beauty robs women of their creative life and why we must reclaim the wisdom of La Mariposa, the Butterfly Woman.

Connect with Maria:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womenandmythology/
Website https://www.womenandmythology.com
✨ Women & Mythology Podcast is a soulful exploration of myth as a living force in our contemporary lives.

Hosted by Maria Souza — Comparative Mythologist, Poet, and Educator.

📖 Learn more: www.womenandmythology.com

🎧 Follow on Instagram: @womenandmythology

💌 Subscribe to the Mythic News newsletter for stories, reflections, and upcoming events: https://www.womenandmythology.com/subscribe
...more
19min

FAQs about Women and Mythology:

How many episodes does Women and Mythology have?

The podcast currently has 42 episodes available.

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