Demythifying

Charlotte and Lauren didn't want to do the most obvious thing and pull out Aphrodite on V-Day itself (just in the Valentine's month). So what is the alternative story of Aphrodite's birth? What is she the goddess of? Who are some of her most famous lovers and children? And what happens when you incur her blessing or her wrath? Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and yo...

Charlotte and Lauren are getting into the V-Day spirit offering you a double helping of romantic myths. Did you know how many definitions of love the ancient Greeks had? Well now you do! Lauren really wanted to cover the story of Pygmalion! Although writing the episode and talking about it she's rethinking her opinions on the story. Charlotte is telling us our first and definitely not last LG...

Charlotte and Lauren certainly haven't been blessed by Apollo to be able to tell you what your star sign has in store for you but they can teach you the mythic origins. This minisode they cover Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra and Scorpio Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and you'll see the paintings we talk about. Plus any other Olympus related content and episode teasers. You...

Lauren has made it clear that she has limited sewing skills but she really wanted to explore weaving not only in Greek Mythology but across other mythologies, stories and cultures too. She and Charlotte have taken each other on a total trip across the globe weaving in and out of different times, places and stories and enjoying the journey. They are joined by friend to the podcast Elin aka MooseLad...

Charlotte and Lauren certainly haven't been blessed by Apollo to be able to tell you what your star sign has in store for you but they can teach you the mythic origins. This minisode they cover Aries, Taurus and Gemini Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and you'll see the paintings we talk about. Plus any other Olympus related content and episode teasers Tell us what you&#...

Welcome to the first DeMythifying episode of 2022. Lauren and Charlotte are raising a glass to the god who DEFINETLY won't be partaking in dry January.  So what exactly happened to Dionysus after he popped out of Zeus's thigh?  What is Frenzy and happened when he ran into some pirates? There's romance as they delve into his love life and adventure as he goes exploring in the East. ...

Charlotte and Lauren are getting all festive in their first Christmas episode. They teach each other about Ancient Greek harvest and winter festivals and potential origins of Christmas traditions. Most importantly they compare notes on who they want to kiss under the mistletoe and it's safe to say they won't be fighting over boys any time soon! We really hope you enjoy our last episode o...

Charlotte and Lauren are joined by Neal and Dustin from "Greek Gods and Human Mythtakes" to talk more about Athena. Because last episode wasn't enough of an Athena Fix! They explore two myths where Athena punishes people who get on the wrong side of her, discuss Athena as Athenian propaganda, a patron of heroes, a punisher of people and as flawed feminist icon. Dustin and Neal teach...

There are two godly siblings of war and somehow we've fit them both into one episode!  Charlotte talks about Athena, goddess of wisdom and strategic war. While Lauren talks about Ares, the god of bloodthirsty war and possibly the most unpopular Olympian? They also make comparisons between the two. Lauren is super excited for you to hear her first attempt at editing an episode! Follow us on @d...

Charlotte and Lauren are here with a double serving of Olympian origin stories. Charlotte talks about Hephaestus, the ugly duckling of the Olympians with talented hands.  While Lauren covers Hermes the mortal loving trickster with an eye for things that arent his.   Plus both girls talk about revenge they'd want to inflict if they were in Hera's position. Follow us on @demythifyingthepod...

Get ready to monster mash this Halloween as Charlotte and Lauren bring you the first Demythifying Halloween special. So who exactly are the father of monsters and his main squeeze? What in all Olympus happened in the Typhonomachy? And most importantly can you score better than Charlotte in the monster themed guessing game "I know I am but what are you?" Follow us on @demythifyingthepodca...

As a tribute to October being Black History Month in the UK, Charlotte and Lauren brought along two very special friends for this special episode - Natalie and Rory.  They talk about Andromeda and Renaissance white washing and how noteable ancient Greeks learned from Africa. Lauren references 'The Wire' and Natalie and Rory answer a very important question - Which Olympian can you most r...

Lauren and Charlotte get very familiar with Olympus's favourite twins. How did Leto manage to get around Hera? And the twins defending their mothers honour.. no problem! Both Lauren and Charlotte share some of their favourite stories about the twins too. Confused after listening about Lauren weirdly crushing on Apollo? You should be.  Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and you&...

Lauren and Charlotte are here talking about the OG ladies man! How does the most famous god in ancient greece go about getting a "date"? How much relationship drama is too much? And is jumping into bed with his thunderousness actually safe? Lauren also shares one of her big phobias.  Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and you'll see the paintings we talk about. Plus a...

Lauren teaches Charlotte all about Prometheus, the first men (well sort of) and why you REALLY shouldn't get on Zeus's bad side. Charlotte teaches Lauren all about the first woman (the actual first). They talk about art, literature and wait why are there biblical comparisons?? Of course Charlotte ends on another important question for Lauren. Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Insta...

Lauren and Charlotte are back! This time they want to get stuck into more details about the Greek creation story. Why was there so much overthrowing? Charlotte also makes some super smart painting and psychological references and has another important prophecy based question to ask. Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and you'll see the paintings we talk about. Plus any other Ol...

Lauren and Charlotte are two best friends dipping their toe into the big pool of Greek Mythology. When did it all start? How did it all start? And who in heavens are all the Olympians? Charlotte also asks the first of many important but what would YOU do questions. Follow us on @demythifyingthepodcast on Instagram and you'll see the paintings we talk about. Plus any other Olympus related cont...