Síle na Gig: Irish Fertility Goddess
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This week, I was in a quandary about quail eggs, inspired by Gisele Pelicot, and annoyed by the suppression of the Irish Goddess of Sexuality and Fertility (Síle na Gig), so that's what I talked about. I've also given ye a wee recipe for a natural face cleanser and mask - because you're worth it! It's one for a long walk during which you can talk out loud back to me. Support the Podcast Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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