Janna Bianchini

History of Satan

History EN ↓ 4 episodes

Satan represents the ultimate evil, our darkest fears. Over the last two millennia, he's shown up in countless forms in artwork, literature, music, and more. How has the way we understand Satan changed--and not changed--over time? We'll dive into Devilish appearances in history and culture, and discuss what our portrayals of Satan tell us about our times, and ourselves.

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Janna Bianchini

Episodes

Black Metal: The Music of the Devil 31.05.2026 8:45

Black Metal, a genre born in 1980s Western Europe, is a distinct metal genre known for its swift tempos, high pitched shrieks, and dark, atmospheric energy. However, it’s most often associated with its strong connection to Satanism andPaganism, often including lyrics about the devil, anti-Christian sentiment, and the occult. Credit: Anisha Rajapakse

Evil on the Emerald Isle: An Irish View of the Devil 30.05.2026 6:28

The ancient Irish view of the concept of supernatural evil, medieval Irish views of witchcraft and devilry, and the 2015 Irish folk horror film "The Hallow." Credit: Cam Climer.

Supernatural: The Devil, Demons, and Possession 30.05.2026 21:45

We'll be exploring how the series Supernatural portrays Satan, demons, possession, and supernatural evil, and how those portrayals compare to real religious symbols, mythology, and demonology. Credits: Ralph Bakst, Henry Film, Blair Haynes, Anthony Russo.

Demonic Possession in Buffy the Vampire Slayer 29.05.2026 20:02

Mental illness, demons, and hell on earth in the Buffy episode "Normal Again." Credits: Efrain Enriquez, Connor Grabowski, Ronit Munshi, Gray Walters.