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53. La Siguanaba (Central American Folklore)
Manage episode 325216204 series 2836625
In today's episode we discuss La Siguanaba, a frightening, horse-headed spirit found in folklore all throughout Central America. We explore the many, many different iterations of her story, talk at length about the symbolism of horses, and delve into colonial influences found in the legend.
For more information about today's episode, go to mytholadies.com.
To donate, please go to ko-fi.com/mytholadies.
Our cover art is by Helena Cailleaux. You can find her and more of her work on Instagram @helena.cailleaux.illustratrice. Our theme song was composed and performed by Icarus Tyree. To hear more of their music, check out icarust.bandcamp.com.
72 episodes
Manage episode 325216204 series 2836625
In today's episode we discuss La Siguanaba, a frightening, horse-headed spirit found in folklore all throughout Central America. We explore the many, many different iterations of her story, talk at length about the symbolism of horses, and delve into colonial influences found in the legend.
For more information about today's episode, go to mytholadies.com.
To donate, please go to ko-fi.com/mytholadies.
Our cover art is by Helena Cailleaux. You can find her and more of her work on Instagram @helena.cailleaux.illustratrice. Our theme song was composed and performed by Icarus Tyree. To hear more of their music, check out icarust.bandcamp.com.
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