Ep809 Unraveling Irish Mythology: Shamrocks, Leprechauns & Legends

With St. Patrick's Day around the corner, Emily and Kate explore the rich and complex history of Irish folklore and legends... 🇮🇪 🍀 Emily covers an overview of Irish mythology, exploring the mystical roots of some of Ireland's most enduring tales.  🌈 Kate takes on the leprechaun—from its mythological origins to its modern (and problematic) evolution into a cartoonish stereotype. Plus, she briefly goes over the surprising history of the shamrock and what it really symbolizes. 🌿 Looking to welcome the energy of Spring? Kate shares two simple spells to celebrate the changing seasons and invite fresh beginnings! 🔮To close things out, Kate pulls a card from the PRIDE Tarot Deck with an important message for the community. What wisdom does the universe have in store? ✨ Love the show? Rate, review & subscribe to help us conjure up more magical episodes! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcast fix.
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