342: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

<p dir="ltr">From Greek mythology to fairy lore, Shakespeare has always loved the magical and supernatural in his plays. With A Midsummer Night’s Dream, we chat about hot messengers, earnest amateur actors, and the parallels between rulers and fairy kings. Also, why doesn’t everyone just kiss a little? </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of genitals, death, execution, racism, exoticism, murder, human sacrifice, and abduction.  </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Housekeeping</p> <p dir="ltr">- Recommendation: This week, Julia recommends <a href= "https://www.atypicalartists.co/leoh">Life with Leo(h)</a></p> <p dir="ltr">- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests’ books, and more at <a href= "http://spiritspodcast.com/books">spiritspodcast.com/books</a></p> <p dir="ltr">- Call to Action: Check out <a href= "https://twitter.com/PaleBluePod">Pale Blue Pod</a>: an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend! New episodes every Monday, wherever you get your podcasts!</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Sponsors</p> <p dir="ltr">- <a href= "http://betterhelp.com/spirits">BetterHelp</a> is an online therapy service. Get 10% off your first month at <a href= "http://betterhelp.com/spirits">betterhelp.com/spirits</a></p> <p dir="ltr">- <a href="http://shakerandspoon.com/cool">Shaker & Spoon</a> is a subscription cocktail service that helps you learn how to make hand-crafted cocktails right at home. Get $20 off your first box at <a href= "http://shakerandspoon.com/cool">shakerandspoon.com/cool</a> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Find Us Online</p> <p dir="ltr">If you like Spirits, help us grow by spreading the word! Follow us @SpiritsPodcast on <a href= "https://four.libsyn.com/content_edit/index/item_id/twitter.com/spiritspodcast"> Twitter</a>, <a href= "https://four.libsyn.com/content_edit/index/item_id/facebook.com/spiritspodcast"> Facebook</a>, <a href