Why do so many ancient civilizations speak of creation from a cosmic void, gods born of clay, and heroes who defy fate?

In this episode of Deep Dive, we journey through comparative mythology to uncover the shared archetypes and motifs that span continents and millennia.

From the flood tales of Mesopotamia and the world-egg of India to the twin-hero myths of the Americas, we’ll explore how linguistic clues, structural patterns, and even psychoanalytic insights reveal a universal human imagination at work. Join us as we map the threads that tie Zeus to Odin, Isis to Inanna, and uncover what these resonant stories tell us about our collective quest for meaning.