The Magic (and Mystery) of Mirrors

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The Story of Us

Skoob

19 episodes

1 week ago

I’m Madison Reed — a social evolution explorer fascinated by how we became who we are. On The Story of Us, I dive into the defining moments of human civilization — from the birth of language and the invention of writing to the revolutions that reshaped our world. With deep research and endless curiosity, I uncover the patterns that connect our past to our present. If you're into anthropology, history, and the journey of human progress — this podcast is for you. Download our app now: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skoob-nonfiction-podcasts/id6473138854

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The Magic (and Mystery) of Mirrors

The Story of Us

13 minutes 23 seconds

3 months ago

The Magic (and Mystery) of Mirrors

Step into the strange and fascinating world of supernatural mirrors with The Story of Us, hosted by Madison Reed. This AI-powered short podcast takes you deep into the ancient rituals, haunted histories, and mystical beliefs behind the world’s most powerful reflective surfaces. From Aztec obsidian and Chinese talismans to Victorian séances and John Dee’s black mirror, discover how mirrors became sacred tools, gateways, and even spiritual weapons across cultures and time.

Why do we fear breaking a mirror? How did fortune-tellers, emperors, and mystics use mirrors to summon spirits or see the future? And what makes a mirror more than just glass? This immersive Skoob Podcast unpacks these mysteries through powerful storytelling—perfectly blending the supernatural, historical, and psychological. Powered by Skoob, your AI podcast companion, this US podcast delivers binge-worthy episodes in minutes.

Unlock the secrets behind ancient divination, cursed reflections, and mirror magic through the lens of cultures from Egypt to England, Tibet to Teotihuacan.

Produced using Skoob, the AI-powered podcast app designed for smart, short-form storytelling. Explore more mysterious tales and hidden histories by downloading the app from the App Store or Play Store.

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