In ancient Egypt, the sun god Ra was worshiped as all-powerful. But he had a counterpart — an anti-god who dwelt in the Underworld. Apep is a primordial force, locked in eternal conflict with his life-giving rival. And he holds a secret too delicious to keep to himself.
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Feb 2025
MYSTICAL: The Book of Thoth
For the ancient Egyptians, magic wasn't a mysterious force – it was part of everyday life. But some of the most powerful rituals and spells were said to be preserved in The Book of Thoth, written by the god of magic himself. According to legend, the book contained everything from ... Show More
34m 29s
May 2
208: Ramesses II The Oracle & The Sphinx
A death at Karnak, and a lion amongst men. In regnal year 1 (c.1292 BCE), Ramesses II was at Abdju / Abydos. While there, he appointed a new First Priest of Amun (Hem Netjer Tepy en Imen). He chose his candidate by consulting the deity directly, engaging in an oracle with Amun to ... Show More
29 m
Jun 28
The Birth of Horus P1丨Ancient Egyptian Stories丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land
In ancient Egypt, the goddess Isis had a powerful dream—and soon after, a baby boy was born. To protect him from danger, she set off on a secret journey with seven loyal scorpions by her side. But could she keep her child safe from the jealous god Seth?
3m 53s
Oct 2024
Hades God of The Underworld | Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Greek Mythology Stories
Journey to the shadowed depths of the underworld, where the god Hades prepares a special gift for Persephone’s return. As he strolls with his loyal companion Cerberus, Hades seeks wisdom from Charon and the Fates, discovering the true meaning of love and understanding. Let this t ... Show More
38m 21s
May 2010
Nefertiti and the Heretic Pharaoh
Today historians know very little about Nefertiti, but during her time as Egypt's queen she was revered as a goddess. In this episode, Sarah and Katie explore the reign of Nefertiti, and why her controversial husband Akhenaton was considered a heretic. Learn more about your ad-ch ... Show More
16m 6s
Sep 2024
Origins of the Egyptian Gods
The legends of Ra and Hathor, of Osiris and Isis, of Anubis and Set have been passed from mouth to ear in Egypt for millennia. They were painted on temple walls, etched on delicate papyrus and discovered at the heart of the pyramids. But who were the Gods of Egypt? How did their ... Show More
46m 14s
Jun 2024
Tales of the Greek Gods - Jun 27, 2024
In today’s episode we’re joined by Nick and Wonton Don to discuss the pantheon of Greek gods. Join us as we explore the origins, powers, and personalities of the Olympian deities who ruled the ancient world from their celestial abode on Mount Olympus.
We'll delve into the mighty ... Show More
2h 10m
May 15
Gods, demons, witches and exorcists: inside an ancient Assyrian library
In the seventh century BC, the ancient Assyrian king Ashurbanipal created a gigantic library in his capital city – one that contained centuries of wisdom. And this vast wealth of ancient knowledge can reveal a lot about how the people of the Near East thought about their gods. Dr ... Show More
40m 57s