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When God Was Queer
by Dakota St. Clare
A weekly podcast sharing various legends, lore and myths which function as divine reflections of LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences. Hosted by Dakota St. Clare, Vince Vance & Daphne Malfitano.New episodes every Friday. Follow us on IG & TikTok @whengodwasqueer
Episodes
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Amphorisode XV: "Rebel Saints & Holy Heretics"
In Amphorisode XV, we do a deep dive into the wide world of ascetics and anchorites, hermits and holy fools, monks and martyrs and the many among their ranks who seemed to live and love just like us. Learn about the saint who was a bearded lady, that time the Pope gave birth in the middle of the...
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Episode XIX: "Hekate"
In Episode XIX, we finally take on the Queen of the Night: Hekate! Join us as we talk necromancy, dogs, crossroads, keys, torches, serpents, the moon, the night, the darkness and more! Learn about her potential origins, her mysterious name and nature and how her worship has evolved over the...
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Amphorisode XIV: "The Descent of Inanna"
In Amphorisode XIV, we take the primal descent into the Underworld back to its mythical origins: the Descent of Inanna. Join us for this very special, extended Pride Edition of WGWQ as Dakota tells their favorite myth of all time and it sparks a conversation which covers massive ground from...
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Episode XVIII: "Persephone"
In Episode XVIII, it's poppies and pomegranates and patriarchy (oh my) as we tackle Persephone in all her glory! In this very special episode we will finally tell the story of the Abduction of Persephone/The Origin of Winter! Join us as we look into this multifaceted figure: pick flowers with the...
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Amphorisode XIII: "The Eleusinian Mysteries"
In Amphorisode XIII, we do a deep dive into the Eleusinian Mysteries! Learn about the Lesser and the Greater Mysteries and the sacred rites and rituals performed by this ancient mystery cult dedicated to Demeter and Persephone! Join us for animal sacrifices and an ergot induced descent into the...
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Episode XVII: "Demeter"
In Episode XVII, we do a dig deep to uncover the Great Goddess Demeter! Join us as we look at her origins, her purview, her sacred offerings (oink, oink) and tell some of her lesser known myths! We also take a look at her many alleged children aside from dear Persephone, like Arion the talking...
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Amphorisode XII: "Demeter's Vengeance"
In Amphorisode XII, we look at one of the most infamous stories of Demeter's legendary vengeance. Join us as we look at what happens when you cut down her sacred trees. We also talk cults, communes, suspicious ditches and communism! Stay tuned for shoutouts to everyone who sent us fanmail so far!...
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Episode XVI: Concepts & Cacophony
In Episode XVI, WGWQ is host to the first annual Non-Binary Summit where the co-hosts swap stories and share experiences around their individual identities and how they came to understand themselves. Join us as we tackle everything from the good, the bad and the ugly of masculinity, femininity…
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Amphorisode XI: "St. Joan of Arc"
In Amphorisode XI, we tackle one of history's most legendary warrior women (if she was indeed a woman) St. Joan of Arc! We examine her ecstatic experiences, her victories in war, her persecution and execution and how she seems a perfect blend of Ares, Aphrodite and Hermes. We also touch on…
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Episode XV: "Hermes"
In Episode XV, we strap on our winged sandals and take off to meet Hermes, the Etruscan Turms, the Roman Mercury and the mysterious Hermes Trismegistus! We talk lovers and children of all genders, the liminality and androgyny of the messenger god and his dual nature plus the intersection of...
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Amphorisode X: "Hermes, Tramps & Thieves"
In Amphorisode X, we tackle the birth and immediate misdeeds of Hermes! Hear about cows walking backwards, the invention of fire, farmers turned to stone and babies gone wild! Listen to us talk voicemail etiquette, old school cellphones, ringback tones and tamagotchi's! Leave us a voice message...
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Episode XIV: "Aphrodite"
In Episode XIV, it's finally time for Aphrodite! And we don't stop there, we also tackle the "Evolution of Venus", the timeline of ancient goddesses linked with the planet Venus! Learn all about Inanna, Ishtar, Astarte, Anat, Atargatis, Asherah, Turan, Aphrodite and Venus! We also have fun with…
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Amphorisode IX: "Psyche Beach Party"
In Amphorisode IX, we deep dive into the psyche of Psyche! It's Psyche, Eros and the wrath of Aphrodite. Join us for the epic tale that inspired Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin and Snow White! Listen as the Oracle of Delphi makes dread proclamations, various gods intervene and…
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Episode XIII: "Ares"
In Episode XIII, we let out our battlecries for Daddy! It's time for Ares, Mars, Bellona, Enyo, Phobos, Deimos and all the gods and spirits of war! Learn all about the eternal debate between RageTwink Ares and CivilDaddy Mars and how both were linked with cruising and soldier-lovers! Join us for...
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Amphorisode VIII: "Ares' Absurd Arithmetic"
In Amphorisode VIII we get into wedding reception smackdowns and the Trojan War! Join us as we look at the roles the gods played in this epic, decade-long battle and when they finally threw down with each other! We tackle the Iliad, where Ares' got that bad reputation and what happens when a…
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Episode XII: Concepts & Conspiracies (Extended)
In Episode XII, we tackle the broader themes and concepts found in our last three episodes: Hera, Athena & Hestia. By examining parallel myths from around the world we examine: are there feminine archetypes? do the gods even have genders? what would the ancient goddesses tell us that male writers...
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Amphorisode VII: "Archetypes & Anarchy"
In Amphorisode VII we do a deep dive into the many archetypes the deities fill in a Classical pantheon like the Olympians. Join us as we take a look at many of the most common deity archetypes and which ones we feel most aligned with. Plus, we chat about what our preferred offerings will be when…
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Episode XI: "Hestia" (Extended)
In Episode XI, we warm up by the hearth and bust out the knitting needles with Hestia! Join us as we look at her sacred donkey, Hestia vs. Vesta and the incredible Vestal Virgins! Learn all about how the Vestals worked miracles to prove their virginity or got buried alive! Also, tune in for an...
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Amphorisode VI: "Death By Flowers"
In Amphorisode VI, we get down with Rome's wildest emperor (and that's saying something) Elagabalus! Join us as we look at this icon who ruled the empire for only four years, during which they married at least six people of different genders, including a Vestal Virgin and Rome's star athlete.…
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Episode X: "Athena"
In Episode X, we hang out with Athena and take a look at the goddess of war and wisdom from all sides! Join us as we look at the founding of Athens, that time she wielded a thunderbolt, that other time she threw Sicily at someone and the real story behind Medusa! Plus, that time that Athena…
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Amphorisode V: "Along Came A Spider"
In Amphorisode V, we look at Athena in all her tantrum-throwing glory! Join us as we tell the myth of Arachne, the most famous weaving contest in history and the mechanics of magically appearing looms! Plus, we get into another heated debate about owls! OWL GANG HOOT! Leave us a voice message…
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Episode IX: "Hera"
In Episode IX, we get outta brotown for a bit to visit with the Queen of the Gods! Join us for a deep dive on wicked stepmothers, demoted goddesses and the shapeshifting, gendermixing blind prophet for the ages! Learn about the mechanics of divine threesomes, why you should always beat two...
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Amphorisode IV: "Holy Cow, it's Hera!"
In Amphorisode IV, its heifers and gadflies and vengeance, oh my! Join us as we look at one of the most iconic Greek myths: the story of Io. We discuss the politics of domain magic between Greece and Egypt, the origin of the peacock and Hermes tells the longest story ever told! Plus, we shout out...
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Episode VIII: Concepts & Catholic Folk Magic
In Episode VIII, we tackle the broader themes and concepts found in our last three episodes: Zeus, Poseidon & Hades. By examining parallel myths from around the world concerning the Pantheon we examine: how is dominion or purview established or assigned in a pantheon? what are the common…
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Amphorisode III: "Hades' Kids & The Furies"
Amphorisodes, our new mini-episodes/side quests, premiere Wednesdays ahead of the Friday episode, so think of them as an appetizer before the main course. In Amphorisode III, we go back to Hell to hang out with Hades' alleged children, discuss how to nicely tell someone "go to hell" and then a…
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Episode VII: "Hades"
In Episode VII, we go straight down to Hell to hang out with Big Daddy Death himself, Hades (if that really is his name)! Learn about the Underworld, its neighborhoods, rivers and its inhabitants, the different gods of Death, the Judges of the Dead and the many infernal gods who were aligned with...
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Amphorisode II: "Hades, Orpheus & Lot's Wife"
Join us for our second Amphorisode, our new mini-episodes/side quests which will usually focus on just one myth or set of facts related to that god being discussed that week. Amphorisodes will premiere Wednesdays ahead of the Friday episode for their related god, so think of them as an appetizer...
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Amphorisode I: "Poseidon's Kids"
Join us for our first ever Amphorisode, our new mini-episodes/side quests which will usually focus on just one myth or set of facts related to that god being discussed that week. Amphorisodes will premiere Wednesdays ahead of the Friday episode for their related god, so think of them as an...
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Episode VI: "Poseidon"
In Episode VI, we dive deep into the sea to tell the story of the original Horse Girl: Poseidon! Learn about his wife, lovers, enemies, victims and just what exactly he does with that trident, as well as who we would cast as Zeus, Poseidon, Hades and more in a gritty Hollywood reboot! Tune in for...
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Episode V: "Zeus"
In Episode V, we take on Big Daddy Thunderbolt himself! We'll cover the difference between Zeus & Jupiter and his royal retinue, as well as his many roles as Punisher of Impiety and Shapeshifting Creep Supreme. We'll tackle his actual lovers, those who survived him and pederasty. Tune in for the...
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Episode IV: Concepts & Contraband
In Episode IV, we tackle the broader themes and concepts found in our first three episodes by examining parallel myths from around the world concerning the Primal Androgyne, the Creation Myth, the War of the Gods, the Creation of Humankind and the Ages of Man. Tune in for the six genders of...
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Episode III: "The War of the Gods"
In Episode III, we take on the epic birth of Zeus, the Titanomachy, the Gigantomachy, the establishment of Olympus, Prometheus and so much more! Join us we discuss the in's and out's of sculpting humanity while drunk, whether being regurgitated by your father changes your siblings' birth order…
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Episode II: "The Titans" (Part II)
In Episode II (Part II), we round out the pre-Olympians, addressing the heavy hitters as well as some very minor Titans - including one literally named Titan? Join us as we tackle divine sex changes, transfeminine priestesses, public castration rituals and what happens when the sky's testicles…
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Episode II: "The Titans" (Part I)
In Episode II (Part I), we tackle the Titans in all their glory. Join us for Part I of a two part deep dive on the old gods of Ancient Greece who gave rise to the Olympians we all know so well. Hear the myths and legends, learn about their lovers, their offspring and their rivals and how they...
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Episode I: "The Primordial Gods"
In Episode I, we take a deep dive into the various tellings of the Greek Creation Myth, the Primordial Gods, the myths and their meaning, some especially queer tales about the Primal Androgyne and whether or not Trump is really a centaur. Leave us a voice message here:...
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Ep VII: "Infernal Allies"
Join me as we begin a two-week deep dive into Demonology! Walk on the wild side, tangle with the taboo and fool around with the forbidden as we unmask some of the most surprising elements and origins of the history, mystery and magik of demons! In this episode, I share with you an article I wrote...
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Ep VI: "Saints & Haints"
In this episode we’ll be doing a deep dive into the wide world of ascetics and anchorites, hermits and holy fools, monks and martyrs and the many among their ranks who seemed to live and love just like us. *St. Joan of Arc is an obvious contender for this episode, however we already covered their...
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Ep V: "The Evolution of Venus"
Join us as we do a deep dive on the true stories behind the many goddesses associated with Venus throughout the ancient world! Starring everybody from Inanna to Aphrodite and even some lesser known inclusions - like Allah and Yahweh's wives! All that and more on this episode of WGWQ! Remember: be...
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Ep IV "Mulan & His Comrades"
In today's episode we explore the myths, magik and mystery of the Warrior Woman archetype and in the process we may actually find that some of these heroines are heroes after all. Plus, hear the real story behind Mulan! All that and more on this episode of WGWQ! Remember: be gay, do crime; the…
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Ep III: "The Holy Me"
In today's episode we're going way back and looking at all of the ancient world goddesses who had androgynous, third gender, possibly trans feminine priesthoods. Learn about the priests, shamans, seers, oracles and holy people who defied gender and danced for the gods across the world from...
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Ep II: "We Were Made For This"
In today's episode we're doing a deep dive on the myths surrounding the creation of humankind and the various genders the gods saw fit to create and the roles they ascribed. First we'll take a look at androgyny and the idea of the third gender in Ancient Greece. Then we'll explore the role the...
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Ep I: "In the Beginning"
In today's episode we're covering various interpretations of theism, the Primal Androgyne as the first human or the first god and the ways in which existing beyond the binary has been seen as powerful. Remember: be gay, do crime; the gods are always watching!
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Episode Zero
In our inaugural episode we'll deal with introductions and then do some digging on just what it is we'll cover in this series, as well as what led to its creation. Remember: be gay, do crime; the gods are always watching!
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A weekly podcast sharing various legends, lore and myths which function as divine reflections of LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences. Hosted by Dakota St. Clare, Vince Vance & Daphne Malfitano.New episodes every Friday. Follow us on IG & TikTok @whengodwasqueer
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A weekly podcast sharing various legends, lore and myths which function as divine reflections of LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences. Hosted by Dakota St. Clare, Vince Vance & Daphne Malfitano.New episodes every Friday. Follow us on IG & TikTok @whengodwasqueer
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