• Stories, Saints and Mysteries

  • By: Anna B
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Stories, Saints and Mysteries

By: Anna B
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  • Hear some of the most off-beat, little-known and quirky stories from history and culture from ancient Rome to around the world.
    Copyright Anna B
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Episodes
  • St. Mary Major: The Virgin of the Snows

    St. Mary Major: The Virgin of the Snows
    Aug 5 2023
    The most important church in the world dedicated to the Virgin Mary was supposedly founded because of a very strange meteorological event that occurred in the 4th century! Is there any truth to this strange legend? And if so why is it celebrated all over the world?
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    16 mins
  • St. Lucy: The Illuminating Martyr

    St. Lucy: The Illuminating Martyr
    Dec 21 2021
    St. Lucy is celebrated around the world from Sweden to Sicily as part of the holiday season. Known for bringing light and hope during the darkest time of the year she is often depicted carrying her eyes on a plate! Find out about her interesting history and why she is still so loved today.
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    21 mins
  • Skeletal Art: Midseason Special with Natalie Edwards

    Skeletal Art: Midseason Special with Natalie Edwards
    May 30 2021
    Hidden in churches all over Rome are skeletons - life-size statues, mosaics and friezes of skeletons that adorn tombs. These skeletons look incredibly “alive”. Special guest Natalie Edwards talks with Anna about the meaning behind them and why this type of decoration was so popular in the 17th century.
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    24 mins

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