LoreVerse

Jess Willing (Jess Challa)

LoreVerse is a podcast devoted to all things myth and lore. We're looking at cultures, at humanity, and discussing current societal issues through the lens of myth.

Episodes

  1. 06/24/2020

    Minisode-2: Snorri Sturluson's Poetic Edda

    Ever wanted to know the creation story of the Norse pantheon?

    30 min

  2. 06/19/2020

    Episode 08: Elves & The Environment

    We can thank the Vikings for our concept of elves, but many other cultures adopted them...

    1h 25m

  3. 06/10/2020 ·  Bonus

    Minisode-1: Irish Folk & Fairy Tales by William Butler Yeats

    Welcome to the first minisode! In this mini EP, I read from one of my favorite books: Irish Folk and Fairy Tales by WB Yeats.

    26 min

  4. 05/27/2020

    Episode 07: Mythical Monster Roundup 1

    Fire-breathing spider minions? Vengeful ghost mermaids? Giant snails? Listen to Loreverse's very first Mythical Monster Roundup!

    1h 8m

  5. 05/20/2020

    Episode 06: Hera & Marriage

    Why is marriage still a cornerstone in our society? How do healthy relationships work? What can Hera and the Greek Pantheon tell us about fidelity and family?

    1h 26m

  6. 04/30/2020

    Episode 05: Dragons

    Are dragons a reflection of our inner struggles? Do they represent chaos or our need for the divine? Learn about India's dragons, the original mother of dragons, gargoyles, and more!

    1h 14m

  7. 04/21/2020

    Episode 04: Disease & Mythology

    COVID19 is wreaking havoc all over the world right now. With everything that is going on, I felt it necessary to dive into the mythology surrounding disease, death, and pandemics. Join me and my medic friend Taylor as we talk about the impact Corona is having on our EMTs and how mythology can help us better understand our situation and our future.

    1h 36m

  8. 04/14/2020

    Bonus! Episode 03 Bloopers

    Bonus blooper reel anyone?

    5 min

  9. 04/14/2020

    Episode 03: Baron Samedi & Death

    Death is an integral part of humanity. It’s something that we all must face at one point or another in our lives. Symbolically, death deals with transformation-parts of us die so that others can grow. In a way, all of us die multiple deaths during our lives. This episode, we're meeting the Baron, discussing death and the history of the Haitian people.

    1h 23m

  10. 04/10/2020

    Episode 02: Ganesha & Perception

    This adorable, beloved elephant god is a deity after my own heart. He loves snacks (especially sweets), his family, and can transform your problems into solutions. Who doesn’t need a little bit of that in their lives? Join us as we talk about snake belts, peacocks, divine fruit, and perceptions. Find out who turned the moon off, why rappers are geniuses, and how Ganesha got his elephant head.

    1h 13m
  11. Episode 01: Inanna & Sexuality

    04/09/2020

    Episode 01: Inanna & Sexuality

    This episode has it all-magical vulvas, ancient drinking competitions, raunchy wedding vows, and one badass Goddess riding a lion into battle! Join us as we discuss ancient Sumerian culture and sexuality.

    1h 18m
  • 11 Episodes

About

LoreVerse is a podcast devoted to all things myth and lore. We're looking at cultures, at humanity, and discussing current societal issues through the lens of myth.

Information

  • Creator
    Jess Willing (Jess Challa)
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jess Willing (Jess Challa)