The Purple Pawedcast

In this week's episode, we hear the story of humanity in myth with Allison Stieger.  Allison is a mythologist, author, speaker, and storyshaper who founded Mythic Stories Consulting.  Allison and I muse over topics as far afield as our path to becoming ancestors, learning compassion through application of archetypes, and the Current of the Universe.

REFERENCES:
“Mythic Stories” website:  https://mythicstories.com/
Follow Allison on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-stieger/
Follow Allison on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/allison.stieger
"Where the Two Came to Their Father:"  https://www.artworkarchive.com/profile/berman/exhibition/where-the-two-came-to-their-father

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:27) - Introducing Allison Stieger
  • (02:23) - A mythic view of the world
  • (06:29) - Becoming the next ancestors
  • (10:06) - Choosing a Heroic Journey
  • (13:21) - Don't turn into your own dragon!
  • (16:41) - Constraining wisdom into a tiny box
  • (19:22) - Changing your story through retelling
  • (22:50) - Seeing ourselves own the cultural power
  • (28:16) - Better humanity lies in diversity
  • (32:32) - Myth is by nature universal wisdom
  • (35:36) - Compassion as a multiplicity of archetypes
  • (42:16) - Seeing beyond our horizons
  • (46:35) - Face your opposite nature
  • (51:41) - Making our own stories
  • (56:45) - Integrating both sides of our Self
  • (01:01:29) - Myth and magic really can work
  • (01:03:19) - How to find Allison Stieger on the internet
  • (01:04:38) - Allison's up and coming book
  • (01:06:57) - Show closing
  • (01:07:52) - Closing credits
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.