Episode 772: Gods, Myths & Mortals: Ancient Religions in Speculative Fiction
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The episode explores the intersection of ancient theology and speculative fiction, discussing how modern writers engage with mythology.
The Blasters & Blades PodcastBefore there was science fiction, there was mythology: tales of cosmic battles, fickle deities, and the divine laws governing humanity. But how do modern writers breathe new life into ancient faiths without reducing them to mere aesthetic backdrops? Join our panel of authors and worldbuilders as we explore the intersection of ancient theology and speculative fiction. From resurrecting forgotten pantheons in urban fantasy to projecting ancient rituals onto distant, spacefaring civilizations, we’ll discuss how to handle sacred texts with respect, the line between cultural appreciation and appropriation, and why humanity remains eternally fascinated by the divine. This was a fun interview, so check it out! We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandleyOur LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcastToday's SponsorThe Blasters & Blades Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandleyFollow Claire Merrick on social mediaClaire’s Amazon…
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