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• Talking Aphrodite with Jennifer Saint 03.06.2026 1godz 9min

  This week on Ladies of Lore, I’m joined by #1 bestselling author Jennifer Saint to discuss her latest novel, This Immortal Heart, a VERY beautiful reimagining of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. We sat down and talked all about the Aphrodite behind the familiar image of beauty and romance, examining her power, complexity, and enduring influence across mythology. We discuss her legendary relationship with Ares, the fascinating connection between love and war and why ancient stories contin...
• The Women of Ancient Rome ft. The Lost Roman Heroes 22.04.2026 1godz 24min

  This week I sat down with Matthew and Matteo, hosts of The Lost Roman Heroes podcast, to talk about 3 incredible women from Ancient Rome. You can find The Lost Roman Heroes here: https://lostromanheroes.com https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lost-roman-heroes/id1702422822 https://open.spotify.com/show/6fl1eyQcV7OygaNooun66Q https://www.instagram.com/lostromanheroes Support the show Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social&nbs...
• I, Medusa: A Conversation with Ayana Gray 04.03.2026 1godz 6min

  Today I am joined by New York Times best selling author Ayana Gray to talk about her book I, Medusa and the power of reclaiming one of the mythology's most well known women. Ayana is the author of the bestselling Beasts of Prey series, known for its richly imagined worlds and powerful young heroines shaped by myth and folklore. Her latest novel, I Medusa, turns to Greek Mytholgoy to retell the story of the infamous Gorgon from Medusa's own perspective. In this conversatio...
• History Daily: Rosa Parks Makes a Stand + The Death of Queen Elizabeth I 25.02.2026 41min

  I’m delighted to be featured as part of History Daily’s Saturday Matinee series. To celebrate, today I’m sharing a special double feature from History Daily, hosted by Lindsay Graham. Known for its engaging, research-driven storytelling, the show brings pivotal moments from world history vividly to life in an accessible and compelling way. In this featured episode, we explore Rosa Parks’ historic act of resistance and the final days of Queen Elizabeth I, two moments that left a lasting mark o...
• Deirdre: The Girl Destined for Sorrow 18.02.2026 58min

  Before she ever fell in love, Deirdre was promised to a king. Before she ever made a choice, her fate had already been written. Known as Deirdre of the Sorrows, her story is one of prophecy, exile and doomed love. This week we jump back into the Ulster Cycle to hear her story and learn about its lasting impact, explore the warrior society that shaped her fate, and trace the lasting cultural impact of one of Ireland’s most haunting tragic heroines. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: h...
• Kali: Devourer of Illusion 21.01.2026 1godz 4min

  Kali is one of the most complex and powerful figures in global mythology. In this we follow the evolution of Kali, all the way from her origins in ancient Sanskrit texts to her role as a liberating force in Tantric cosmology, colonial resistance, feminist iconography, and modern pop culture. We explore her mythology, the duality of being both terrifying and maternal and her radical transformation across centuries. And through her, we examine what it means to destroy in order to start an...
• Heroines of History: Catherine of Aragon 07.01.2026 53min

  Happy New Year! I hope you all had a lovely festive break and are feeling ready to take on 2026! I entered the new year with a bad cold which is not what you want to hear on the podcast. My loss is your gain though, and I am gifting you an episode of the Patreon Exclusive series 'Heroines of History', this one is all about Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII. Here's a list of my sources that you can access, the rest were found via my university library: https:/...
• Our Lady of Guadalupe: A Patreon Special 16.12.2025 35min

  This is a special episode originally created as a Patreon exclusive as part of the ongoing 'Ladies of Advent' series. In this opening episode of 'Ladies of Advent' we start with Our Lady of Guadalupe. The divine mother who appeared in 1531 on a cold hilltop outside of Mexico City. She would go on to become a sacred figure in Catholic devotion as well as a symbol of strength, identity and protection for women, indigenous people and revolutionaries. I really hope you enjoy it! Support t...
• Florence & The Machine’s Everybody Scream: The Witchcraft of Womanhood 19.11.2025 1godz 16min

  Trigger Warning: Pregnancy Loss In this episode, we drink deep and dive in to the world of Florence & The Machine’s Everybody Scream. An album that fuses mythology, witchcraft, trauma, and feminine power. We explore how Florence Welch channels the voices of witches, mystics, monsters and takes us on a pilgrimage through grief and transformation, through the scream buried in every woman’s throat. All music Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: htt...
• The Weavers of Fate 09.11.2025 24min

  It has been a while, I missed you! Here's a little mini episode for you all about the women who weave the fate of the world and all who live in it. Excited to be back and ready to start bringing you some more amazing stories of wonderful women. Support the show Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/vrUpYBVm8U
• Corn Mothers and Grain Goddesses: Women of the Harvest 24.09.2025 48min

  I'm back! I took some time off to have a birthday, but I am back and ready to talk about some more amazing women! In light of the changing of the seasons, this week we are talking about women of the harvest from across the world! We're talking Demeter, Ceres, Pachamama, Zemyna and more. Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://mythlok.com/pachamama/ https://basketmakersassociation.org.uk/whats-on/straw-work-and-corn-dollies-an-introduction/ https://www.strawcraftsmen.co.uk/...
• Signs, Seals and Stories: The Mythology of Logos 27.08.2025 50min

  To celebrate our brand new look, this week we're talking all things logos. We explore the history of the word itself and how logos have transformed through time from Mesopotamia through to the Industrial revolution and the shoes we now wear on our feet. We also hear from Clara, the amazing artist behind the new Ladies of Lore Logo and listen to her explain her research and process for creating a logo full of incredible women of mythology and folklore from all over the world. See more fr...
• Snow White Part 2: Grimm Tales, Disney Dreams (ft Missy) 13.08.2025 46min

  Here is part 2 of our exploration into Snow White with the amazing Missy. This week we are covering the Grimm version of the tale, how Snow White made Disney what it is today and where she can be found in modern media and literature. Please show Missy some love over at: https://www.tumblr.com/allgirlsareprincesses https://whattheforce.ca/ Support the show Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflo...
• Snow White Part 1: Mirrors Across Cultures (ft Missy) 06.08.2025 44min

  Thank you for 1 whole year of Ladies of Lore! I appreciate every one of you Snow White is so much more than just a Grimm Brothers fairy tale. It's a story that has truly traveled across continents and centuries. In this episode, we explore global variations of the Snow White narrative with special guest, Missy. Support the show Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore Join the Discord -&nb...
• Faeries: The Musical (ft. RPG Major) 23.07.2025 1godz 47min

  This week the gang from RPG Major are back and this time ready to sing to you all about faeries. Come and listen to the origins, transformations and modern interpretations of Faeries with the little added spice of some improvised music. Please check out RPG Major over at https://www.rpgmajor.com/ and if you enjoy their content please consider signing up over at https://www.patreon.com/c/RPGMajor/posts For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com Support the show J...
• Cinderella: Rising from the Ashes 05.07.2025 1godz 2min

  In this episode, we're tracing Cinderella from her ancient, ash-covered origins in global oral folklore to her bejeweled transformation through centuries of retellings. We'll explore how her story evolved across cultures, how Disney’s 1950 film rescued the studio from financial ruin, and how the Cinderella archetype continues to reinvent itself in modern media and pop culture. For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://kidworld...
• Queer Women of Mythology 16.06.2025 1godz 12min

  From goddesses who loved women to warrior queens who defied gender norms, this episode celebrates the queer women of mythology. This week we're unearthing sapphic stories and discussing the divine queerness that’s always been part of our history and mythology. For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com Help in LA: https://lapublicpress.org/2025/06/la-protest-resources-ice/ https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/ https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025immigrantbondfund/ https://ww...
• Atabey: The Cosmic Mother of the Caribbean 04.06.2025 47min

  Atabey, the Taino Mother of creation, once shaped land, sea, and sky. In this episode, we explore her as life-giver and cosmic force—and trace how her image shifted through colonisation, erasure, and survival. From sacred caves to modern memory, we follow the story of a goddess who endures. For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: Taíno: Indigenous Caribbeans - Black History Month 2025 Columbus and the Taíno - Exploring the Early A...
• Suffolk: Boudicca, Witches and Fairies, Oh My! 21.05.2025 48min

  In the very first episode of Ladies of Lore on Tour, we'll step into the mists of East Anglia as we trace the footsteps of Boudicca, commune with the witches of Suffolk, explore fairy folklore, and unravel the mystery of the green children of Woolpit. For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.nationalparks.uk/2024/09/30/discover-folklore-of-the-broads/ https://www.thesuffolkcoast.co.uk/articles/myths-legends-of-the-suff...
• Schedule Update, Discord Server & Patreon News! 30.04.2025 6min

  Super short update this week to give you the low down on the latest at Ladies of Lore. Biggest news is that the Patreon & Discord Server are both now live and you can access them here: www.patreon.com/LadiesOfLore Hope to see and chat to some of you there! For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com Support the show Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladiesoflore.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok - @ladiesoflore Join ...