61. Rusalka (Slavic Folklore)

In today's episode Lizzie once again delights Zoe's inner Russian and Decemberists nerd with the rusalka, a water spirit from Slavic folklore. We discuss the dualistic nature of the rusalka myth, the many different stories associated with rusalki, and the rusalka's possible ancient origins.  This episode has a trigger warning for references to antisemitism. Pre-order Hailey Spencer's book, Stories For When the Wolves Arrive, here! 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.