What do Greek gods, video games, and film have in common? More than you’d think. I’m Dr Dani Shalet, and in Myths, Games & Meaning I sit down with enthusiasts of every kind, scholars, performers, storytellers, and gamers, to explore how ancient myths are constantly reimagined for today’s audiences. From Medusa to Middle-Earth, from the Hero’s Journey to Baldur’s Gate, we’ll dig into the stories that shape our culture, our games, and ourselves. If you love myth, gaming, film, and finding fres ...
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The Journey Begins: Dorothy, the Hero’s Journey, and Why Myth Still Matters
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In the very first episode of Myths, Games & Meaning, Dr. Dani Shalet is joined by Dr. Chris Deacy and Dr. Paul March-Russell to explore the enduring power of myth in our lives. Using Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz as a guide, they unpack the hero’s journey as a universal narrative structure and consider how myth continues to shape culture, identity,…
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The Hero’s Journey: Poppy Fields, Emerald Cities & The Illusion of Authority
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In this continuation of our journey through The Wizard of Oz, Dr. Dani Shalet, Dr. Chris Deacy, and Dr. Paul March-Russell explore the rich symbolism woven into Dorothy’s path. From the trials of the Poppy Field to the shining promise of the Emerald City, and finally the Wizard’s unmasking as “just a man,” the conversation uncovers how myth challen…
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