Hey everyone, welcome back to Myths, Games and Meaning. I usually release new episodes every seven to ten days, but this one took a little longer as I’ve been battling a chest infection and completely lost my voice for a while. I’m so glad to be back though, because this is Part Two of my chat with the wonderful Earl Baylon: actor, geek and gamer, not to mention Jonah from Tomb Raider. We go full nerd in this one: Lara Croft, Lord of the Rings, the Valar, archaeology, and Earl’s story about f...
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Hey everyone, welcome back to Myths, Games and Meaning. I usually release new episodes every seven to ten days, but this one took a little longer as I’ve been battling a chest infection and completely lost my voice for a while. I’m so glad to be back though, because this is Part Two of my chat with the wonderful Earl Baylon: actor, geek and gamer, not to mention Jonah from Tomb Raider. We go full nerd in this one: Lara Croft, Lord of the Rings, the Valar, archaeology, and Earl’s story about f...
The Hero’s Journey: Poppy Fields, Emerald Cities & The Illusion of Authority
Myths, Games & Meaning
34 minutes
2 months ago
The Hero’s Journey: Poppy Fields, Emerald Cities & The Illusion of Authority
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 challenges authority, offers escape, and fosters shared meaning. Along the way, we consider the ritual power of watching films together, the cyclical natu...
Myths, Games & Meaning
Hey everyone, welcome back to Myths, Games and Meaning. I usually release new episodes every seven to ten days, but this one took a little longer as I’ve been battling a chest infection and completely lost my voice for a while. I’m so glad to be back though, because this is Part Two of my chat with the wonderful Earl Baylon: actor, geek and gamer, not to mention Jonah from Tomb Raider. We go full nerd in this one: Lara Croft, Lord of the Rings, the Valar, archaeology, and Earl’s story about f...
