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Who Is The Popol Vuh?

The Popol Vuh is the Maya creation narrative and one of the most important pre-Columbian texts. Learn about & chat with its gods, Hero Twins, and legacy.

Who Is The Fairy Godmother Off Duty?

The Fairy Godmother Off Duty has traded her wand for wine and honest advice. Learn about & chat with this wise reimagined fairy tale character.

Who Is Red Riding Hood Grown Up?

Red Riding Hood grown up is a reimagined fairy tale character who now walks the woods with wisdom. Learn about & chat with this empowering retelling.

Who Was Ninon de l'Enclos?

Ninon de l'Enclos was the 17th-century Parisian courtesan and wit who charmed admirers at 80. Learn about & chat with her extraordinary independent life.

Who Was Phryne?

Phryne was the ancient Greek courtesan who was tried for impiety and acquitted when she revealed her beauty to the jury. Learn about & chat with her remarkable life.

Who Was Catherine of Siena?

Catherine of Siena was an Italian mystic who convinced the pope to return to Rome. Learn about & chat with her political influence, mysticism, and theological legacy.

Who Was Bertrand Russell?

Bertrand Russell co-wrote Principia Mathematica, won the Nobel Prize, and was imprisoned twice for his beliefs. He combined r

Who Was Empedocles?

Empedocles was a Greek philosopher who proposed the four elements theory and allegedly jumped into Mount Etna. Chat with him on HoloDream.

Who Was Sojourner Truth?

Sojourner Truth was a formerly enslaved woman who became a powerful voice for abolition and women's rights. Learn about & chat with her life and legacy.

Who Was Dogen Zenji?

Dogen Zenji was a 13th-century Japanese monk who founded Soto Zen and wrote the Shobogenzo. Learn about his philosophy of just sitting and chat with him on HoloDream.