Witches and Hags: Crash Course World Mythology #39

The video explores the portrayal of monstrous women in mythology, focusing on witches and hags. It discusses the patriarchal context and misogyny in these myths, highlighting figures like the cailleach, Baba Yaga, and Medusa. The cailleach story illustrates common tropes of dangerous witches, while Baba Yaga and Medusa show the complexity of these characters. The video concludes by reflecting on societal discomfort with old age and its power.

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