Podcast
Styx and Bones
Hosted by High Priestess Chelsea and Dr. Kellenbarger · EN
Come join your hosts High Priestess Chelsea and Dr. Kellenbarger as they take you on a journey into learning about ancient Greek Religion, greek mythology, ancient magic and more!
Find us here: beacons.ai/styxandboness
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Reconstruction and Niche Facts about Eleusis! and HEKATE MENTIONED! (iykyk)
Feb 2200:27:03Tap to summarizeSupport the Styx and Bones podcast by joining our Patreon: https://beacons.ai/styxandbonessYou’ll receive over 100 pieces of content to consume from statues of the gods. deep dives into mythology, debunking misinformation, hot takes and ancient art and artifacts and niches facts you just maybe didn’t know know about Ancient Greece and Rome!
Transcribe →What Are the Girls Doing? Life Updates and Girls Snacks for Stressful Times
Feb 1600:52:55Tap to summarizeSometimes life can be really stressful and sometimes the world can be really dark, we were going to take a break from podcasting this week but we wanted to create a space for the girlies to laugh, relate to the trials and tribulations of carrying the weight of the world and we're sharing our life updates, favorite stress snacks and TV shows we've been watching lately to combat the stress!Life isn't perfect and ours isn't either!Chapters:Intro: (0:00)Just being girls and life updates: (4:36)Our favorite stress snacks: (26:17) Taking breaks, being kind to ourselves, and cat talk (32:05)🌿 BOOK YOUR TRIP TO GREECE WITH UShttps://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=trueStyx and Bones TempleJoin Our Patreon, Shop Our Store and more →https://beacons.ai/styxandbonessFOLLOW STYX AND BONESInstagram →https://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcast
Transcribe →Persephone and Demeter's Mystery Cult: The Eleusinian Mysteries
Feb 800:59:02Tap to summarizeToday we're back talking about the infamous mystery cult for Persephone and Demeter - the Eleusinian Mysteries! Who can join this mystery cult, why were the ancient peoples celebrating and what are our thoughts on the discussion of reconstruction of mystery cults?Chapters:(0:00) Introduction(2:10) The Eleusinian Mysteries(23:50) Reconstructing Mystery Cults (Modern Practice)(30:00) Connecting to Eleusis in the Modern Day(51:39) Dionysus, Antonius, and Rome🌿 BOOK YOUR TRIP TO GREECE WITH UShttps://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=trueStyx and Bones TemplePatreon, Store, Blogs, and more →https://beacons.ai/styxandbonessFOLLOW STYX AND BONESInstagram →https://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcast
Transcribe →An Honest Conversation: Influencers Supporting White Supremacist Ideologies in Ancient History
Feb 300:57:11Tap to summarizeWe believe in giving people sources to arm with with knowledge and information on white supremacist ideologies in our space as sometimes they are hard to identify here are a few sources we recommend reading:A Wolf in New Age Clothing: Starseed beliefs, conspirituality, and a soft pathway to radicalization:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L185wGY07SFmH6p5g2SQlydPNCQ6rhsf/viewWhitewashing Ancient Statues: Whiteness, Racism And Color In The Ancient World:https://www.forbes.com/sites/drsarahbond/2017/04/27/whitewashing-ancient-statues-whiteness-racism-and-color-in-the-ancient-world/A statement from us here at Styx and Bones Podcast:We at Styx and Bones do not stand by any neo n@zi propganda, pseudoarchaeology, pseudohistory and conspiracy theories. This rhetoric is harmful and we should be holding people accountable for their actions. We cannot turn a blind eye as turning a blind eye doesn't allow us to have these hard but honest conversations. We need to provide people with education, to inspire people to make better choices on who they support and hope people can change in the rhetoric they are using on their platforms through re-education. We promise to our audience to always be forthcoming, truthful and honest with information - even when it's difficult. We will always choose to stand on the right side of history and we will always stand for what is just and right.At this point in time our images and faces are still being used to support this rhetoric in which we did not consent to or stand for."The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command". - George Orwell's 1984High Priestess Chelsea and Dr. KStyx and Bones
Transcribe →What Are the Girls Doing? Embodying Persephone’s Duality and Mystery Cults
Feb 201:05:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode of What Are the Girls Doing?, the girls address recent backlash and stand firmly in their work and scholarship… again. We talk through what it means to be in our Persephone era, from the historical and artistic significance of Kore statues to the creation and meaning behind our recreated Persephone artwork.We also offers a preview of next week’s discussion on Eleusis and mystery cults in the ancient world. CHAPTERSOur Persephone era (0:00)Addressing the “backlash” (3:07)The Duality of Persephone and Women (33:11)Preview of Eleusis (46:18)Which mystery cult would you be in? (50:02)🌿 BOOK YOUR TRIP TO GREECE WITH US: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=trueStyx and Bones TemplePatreon, Store, Blogs, and more →https://beacons.ai/styxandboness📍 FOLLOW STYX AND BONESInstagram →https://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcast
Transcribe →The Entrances to Hades: Odysseus, Necromancy, and the Underworld
Jan 2600:45:29Tap to summarizeThis episode examines what the ancients believed were the entrances to Hades. We're also taking a look at Homer’s Odyssey and reviewing the scholarly debate over whether the journey points to the Acheron River or Lake Avernus as the entrance to the underworld the Odysseus entered. We also are exploring necromancy, prophecy, and the sacred cave at Eleusis.CHAPTERS(0:00) Topic introduction, ancient crushes, and sources(9:12) The Acheron, Hades, and Persephone(20:12) Lake Avernus(25:45) Which one is the actual entrance to Hades?(32:35) The underworld entrance at Eleusis(38:53) Spots are open for Greece 2026🌿 BOOK YOUR TRIP TO GREECE WITH UShttps://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=true🔗 Styx and Bones TemplePatreon, Store, Blogs, and more →https://beacons.ai/styxandboness📍 FOLLOW STYX AND BONESInstagram →https://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcast
Transcribe →What Are the Girls Doing? Philosophy, Prophecy, and Hades
Jan 1900:50:08Tap to summarizeBook your trip to Greece with us for September 2026 and the Styx and Bones Girlies we have 5 EARLY BIRD SPOTS LEFT: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=trueWe’re kicking off 2026 with new hobbies philosophy, mythology, and entrances to the underworld. This week, the girls are crushing on Marcus Aurelius and why Stoicism still hits, diving into Odysseus and the prophecies that shape his fate, and teasing next week’s episode on the entrances to the Underworld and the paths to Hades.Philosophy, prophecy, and a little descent into the ancient world - just girly things.Chapters: Intro (00:00)Crushing on Marcus Aurelius & Philosophy (07:40)Personal Updates, the Gods & the Harms of ChatGPT (16:31)Greece, Styx and Bones Temple, Goddesses, Lunulas & Hekate (24:30)Entrances to Hades, Prophecy & Odysseus (31:20)Calling all devotees to Styx and Bones that are content creators! Join the Styx and Bones Temple new affiliate marketing program:https://www.crystalmoonclarity.com/affiliate-marketingCheck out our Patreon, Styx and Bones Temple's Store, Blogs and more! https://beacons.ai/styxandbonessFOLLOW STYX AND BONES ON SOCIAL MEDIAhttps://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcast
Transcribe →Styx and Bones SLAMS The Secrets of Greek Mysticism by George Lizos and "Influencers"
Jan 1201:26:05Tap to summarizeOur critical review of The Secrets of Greek Mysticism by George Lizos, and why this book is so problematic in its ideologies, from starseed propaganda to Mr. Lizos’s rejection of scholarship.Why have online “influencers” promoted this book to their audiences? Many of their critiques focus on surface-level issues, such as the absence of Hades or Hekate, Xenia and Dionysus while missing the far more serious problem: this book aligns itself with New Age propaganda and ancient alien beliefs, ultimately leading people astray in their understanding of ancient Greek history, mythology, and ancient Greek religion.Chapters:(00:00) Why are we doing this?(08:04) The starseed propaganda(18:55) Claims all scholars are wrong?(29:35) Greek gods are love and light?(36:03) Zeus isn’t a monarch, ascension and soul contracts?(41:35) Misogynistic view on goddesses(44:50) Artemis is “control”?(49:41) Hera is the maiden, mother and crone?(53:12) Hestia is boring and blasé?(58:24) The apple of discord and his theology?(1:00:14) Where is the “mysticism”?(1:09:15) Calling out the “influencers” that promoted this bookCalling all devotees to Styx and Bones that are content creators! Join the Styx and Bones Temple new affiliate marketing program: https://www.crystalmoonclarity.com/affiliate-marketing Check out our Patreon, Styx and Bones Temple's Store, Blogs and more! https://beacons.ai/styxandbonessFOLLOW STYX AND BONES ON SOCIAL MEDIAhttps://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcastFOLLOW HIGH PRIESTESS CHELSEAhttps://www.instagram.com/highpriestesschelseaFOLLOW DR. Khttps://www.instagram.com/dirtdiaries_
Transcribe →Join Our Trip to Greece! Full Trip Details, Eleusis, Athens and More!
Dec 100:50:37Tap to summarizeThe wait is over, you can now join our trip to Greece! We'll be going to see the sacred sites, temples, museums and more.🌿 BOOK YOUR TRIP TO GREECE WITH US: Join us on our upcoming trip to Greece and get the full breakdown of our trip here → https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=true✈️ Email Sign Up for Updates: Get connected and stay updated on traveling to Greece with us → https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-chelsea-the-ghost-whisperer-sep-2026?earlyBird=trueListen to the full episode to get our deep dive on: • The temples, archaeological sites, and historical locations on the itinerary• A full breakdown of the schedule and daily activities• Payment options and available plans• What participants can expect as travelersThis episode is intended for anyone interested in ancient history, the Greek gods, archaeology, or traveling with a community who loves the greek gods, their mythology and history as much as we do!Let's get down to the bottom line..Trip Details:• 8 Early Bird spots available at $4,558 ($100 off!)• Additional spots at $4,658• Reserve your spot with a 25% deposit (about $1,140 for the first 8 people)• Pay off your balance by June 7, 2026 — that’s over 6 months to complete payment if you book now• US travelers can book via Affirm and pay over 6, 12, or 18 months (approval required)Questions about the Styx and Bones trip to Greece, safety, itinerary details, or more?Email us at styxandbones.cmc@gmail.com
Transcribe →What Are the Girls Doing: Greece, Zeus at Olympia, and Bargaining with Hades & Persephone
Oct 2701:00:06Tap to summarizeWe have some important announcements that you won't want to miss this episode! The girls are changing the temple, we're talking about Zeus's Temple and statue that was considered an ancient wonder and making bargains with Hades and Persephone for more time with the living as we prepare for next weeks episode about Orpheus and Eurydice.Chapters:0:00 — What are the girls doing?4:22 — MAJOR Temple Changes!!15:26 — The girls are going to Athens and Eleusis22:38 — Zeus at Olympia an Ancient Wonder29:47 — Orpheus and Eurydice36:26 — Bargaining with Hades and PersephoneCheck out our Patreon, Styx and Bones Temple's Store, Blogs and more! https://beacons.ai/styxandbonessFOLLOW STYX AND BONES ON SOCIAL MEDIAhttps://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcastFOLLOW HIGH PRIESTESS CHELSEAhttps://www.instagram.com/highpriestesschelseaFOLLOW DR. Khttps://www.instagram.com/dirtdiaries_
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