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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2025 · 11 MIN

Pele Hale mau-mau and the Tourists

from The Religious Studies Podcast · host Bastian Friborg

Let us look into the sacred landscapes of Hawai'i in this episode of The Religious Studies Podcast. We examine the intricate connections between geography, mythology, and religious practice, focusing on the goddess Pele and the Hale-ma'u-ma'u volcano. Join us as we explore how place shapes religious experience and identity. We will discuss "Pele's curse" and the phenomenon of tourists returning stolen lava rocks, revealing the complex interplay between local beliefs and global tourism.

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