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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!
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Inside the Greek Underworld: Hades, Persephone & The Three Judges
Oct 2000:45:34Tap to summarizeWe explore the realms of the Greek Underworld and what actually happens to a soul after death in ancient Greek belief.We break down the role of Hades and Persephone as rulers of the dead, the function of the Three Judges, and how souls are sorted into each realm. We also talk about who truly ends up in Tartarus and why it was not a place for the average person, but a punishment reserved for those that trick and disrespect the gods. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(1:21) Is Melinoë a Child of Hades and Persephone?(2:54) The 3 Judges of the Underworld and the Realms of Hades(16:11) Hades, Persephone and Thanatos(19:52) Zeus, Apollo and Tartarus(24:47) Who Actually Goes to Tartarus?(27:46) Greek Myth Retellings and Epic: The Musical(32:46) Who Would We Want to See Sentenced in Hades?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 →What Are the Girls Doing? We're Judging... "Ancient" Astrology, Hellenism, Greek Gods and More!
Oct 1300:44:38Tap to summarizeWelcome back to what are the girls doing?!In this episode we're taking on our seats of position as judges here at Styx and Bones Temple (copying the judges of the underworld which we're diving into next week!!).The girls are taking a hard look at can you find the greek gods in your birth chart via astrology? Should you split 50/50 on the first date? Weaponizing mental health and more! What do we judge on and we want to hear from you our listeners of do you agree with our hot takes and judgements?
Transcribe →Clytemnestra’s Revenge: Why She Killed Agamemnon
Oct 600:45:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore the story of Clytemnestra, one of the most infamous figures of Greek tragedy, remembered for murdering her husband Agamemnon upon his return from Troy. But who was Clytemnestra beyond the label of “murderess”We’ll examine her story through the lens of ancient myth and literature, comparing her to her sisters Penelope and Helen, two women often idealized or vilified in very different ways.Why does Penelope become the model of loyalty, Helen the emblem of beauty and destruction, and Clytemnestra the embodiment of vengeance? What does this say about how ancient Greek society and our modern world constructs archetypes of women?Chapters(0:00) – Introduction(1:34) – Melinoe, Hermes & Sources on the Gods(2:26) – Mars the Kitty Update (4:32) – The Story of Clytemnestra(13:10) – Why Was Clytemnestra’s Offense So Shocking in the Ancient World?(21:14) – Clytemnestra, Penelope & Helen: Queens Compared(28:19) – Why Do We Still Pit Women Against Each OtherCheck 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 →What Are the Girls Doing? Talking Crash Outs, Clytemnestra, and New Cats!
Sep 2900:47:33Tap to summarizeSurprise our podcast is back weekly and welcome to our new segment what are the girls doing?! We're talking all things hobbies, life updates with High Priestess Chelsea and Dr. K, sharing some of our favorite art, retellings and so much more! In today's episode the girls are crashing out over critical thinking, the story of Clytemnestra and so much more!Art featured: @mytholympus on instagramChapters:Intro: (0:00)Hades and Persephone's Children, Hermes, Book Recs and Lives! (2:00)New Hobbies and Introducing the Kitten Mars!: (4:14)Hot Girls Need to Bring Back Thinking (hear us out): (12:23)Clytemnestra, Penelope and Helen (33:43)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 →The Realms of Hades: Tartarus – Punishment, Gods, and the Underworld
Sep 2200:55:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore Tartarus, the darkest realm of Hades in Greek mythology. Learn who was condemned to Tartarus, how the gods punished souls in the Underworld, and the myths that reveal ancient ideas of justice and divine retribution. From legendary figures cast into Tartarus to what this realm might mean for us today, we’re diving deep into the Greek Underworld.Timestamps(00:00) Topic Intro(04:30) What Are the Girls Doing?!(12:14) Hermes, Hades + Persephone and Community Lives(17:30) Ancient Roman Evil Eye Protection Amulets(20:08) The Realms of Hades – Tartarus(23:50) Who Goes to Tartarus?(28:28) Cases of Those Sent to Tartarus(42:33) What Is Our Tartarus?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 →Dionysus and Ariadne: A Love Story Written in the Stars | Greek Mythology Explained
Sep 401:06:36Tap to summarizeToday we dive deep into the legendary Greek mythology love story of Dionysus and Ariadne. Discover how Ariadne, the abandoned princess of Crete, found love with Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy. From her heartbreak with Theseus to receiving a crown of stars and a place among the gods, Ariadne’s myth is one of empowerment, resilience, and romance and is one of our favorite myths here at Styx and Bones podcast too!Chapters:Intro (0:00)What Are the Girls Doing? (6:00)Reconstructing Ancient Greek Religion, Persephone Deep Dives + Community Lives (13:15)Update on Zeus and Joe Story (20:07)Dionysus and Ariadne (27:31)Is Ovid for the Girls? (36:45)Dionysus vs. Theseus (42:45)Bad Dating Stories and Getting Our Own Crown of Stars (50:46)Final Thoughts on the Love Between Ariadne + Dionysus (1:00:11)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 →How We All Fell in Love with Greek Mythology | Percy Jackson, Hercules & More
Aug 2501:00:22Tap to summarizeEver wondered how people fall in love with Greek mythology? From Percy Jackson to Disney’s Hercules, and even modern myth-inspired works like Epic: The Musical, we explore all the ways these legendary stories capture our hearts. Join us as we dive into myth retellings, the myths that first drew us in, and where YOU can start your own journey into the world of the Greek gods.Timestamps:(0:00) Intro(2:28) Thoughts on Greek Myth Retellings(8:17) Tyche, Hades & Epic: The Musical in the Mystery Cult(10:18) Dionysus & Hermes Restock(11:20) Gateways to Greek Mythology: Percy Jackson, Hercules & More(19:18) How We Got Into Greek Mythology & the Gods(30:03) Where to Start in Greek Mythology(36:26) The First Myth That Hooked Us(41:26) Zeus & HP Chelsea’s Godson StoryCheck 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 →The Fates in Greek Mythology: Who Were the Moirai and What Did They Control?
Aug 11, 202501:03:50Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we unravel the mysterious power of The Moirai (Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos) the goddesses of fate in Greek mythology. Were even the gods, including Zeus himself, bound by the threads they spun?We explore ancient sources, myths, and beliefs surrounding destiny, divine will, and cosmic order, with a deep dive into Zeus's role: Was he the father of the Fates or subject to themWe are then diving into how we met, how Styx and Bones started and do we believe it was all fate ourselves?Chapters:(0:00) – Intro, Offerings to the Gods & Huge Temple Sale(5:18) – Reactions to Epic, Hades the God of Wealth? And Tyche(7:43) – The Gods Bound by Fate?(12:54)– Zeus the Father of the Fates?(20:52) – Are the Fates Above the Gods?(31:03) – Does Zeus Control Fate? (41:59) – Our Story: Do We Believe in Fate?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/styxandbonespodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/styxandbonestempleFOLLOW HIGH PRIESTESS CHELSEAhttps://www.instagram.com/highpriestesschelseaFOLLOW DR. Khttps://www.instagram.com/dirtdiaries_
Transcribe →Is Zeus Just a Giant Cheater? The Truth Behind the Myths [BONUS EPISODE]
Jul 28, 202500:46:04Tap to summarize✨ This bonus episode was originally exclusive to our patrons and it’s just a taste of what we share inside our temple! Join our Patreon and become part of the Mystery Cult at Styx and Bones.https://www.patreon.com/styxandbonesIn this BONUS episode of our PR of the Gods series, we take on the reputation of Zeus - King of the Olympians.Modern takes often reduce Zeus to a scandalous cheater or an out of control patriarch but in the ancient world, he was worshipped with deep reverence, honored as the upholder of justice, oaths, and divine order.As his self-appointed PR team, we’re here to dig into the mythology, worship, and power dynamics behind the King of the Gods. Why was Zeus so central to ancient religion, and what does it say about how the Greeks understood power and divinity?
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