Episode 8: "By the Waters of Babylon" by Stephen Vincent Benét

We as a human race are always searching for more. If we’re looking for a higher power or hunt for a better way to do something - that’s not anything new. What do we do once we learn the truth about a situation or if we build a new technology? Do we hold it for ourselves or do we innately get so excited to share about it, not thinking about potential risks? Personally, I stop and share everything I know, and then some. To have these chats with other thinkers like me, brings up new perspectives and allows me to imagine other use cases. We all have our limited perspectives started in childhood and shaped by experiences. That’s why it’s important we talk to each other and grow with each other.In this story, the priest’s son goes on a journey to the Place of the Gods. A forbidden area near the tribe. While on his way, he runs into issues, and finally makes it there. Not knowing what to expect, he explores the space and begins to see what had happened there and how destructive it was. When he gets home, he talks to the Priest and they determine how to share (or hide) the truth. And how powerful that truth is. I loved this one, it stands the test of time, and shows us that although we are tired of living in the age of historic events that kids might read about in school, back in 1937, they were also feeling as though the world would end. And for some, it did. I hope you enjoy.Like, Comment, or Share if you liked this episode. Goodnight!The music for this podcast was provided by Miles Agean. Check out his album, Alpenglow, on Apple Music & Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit withrachaelpodcast.substack.com