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Length:
71 minutes
Released:
May 1, 2018
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Podcast episode
Description
Jorge Luis Borges tells us that the oldest unicorn legends are nearly identical to the most recent ficitonal treatments -- but why is that? Why is the notion of a sacred, one-horned horse so resilient in human culture? In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, join Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick for a look at the history of global unicorn myths and legends. Plus, don't be shocked if a satyr shows up. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Released:
May 1, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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