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The First Storytellers

Mythologist and storyteller Joseph Campbell joins journalist Bill Moyers to explore what enduring myths can tell us about our lives. In each of the six episodes, Moyers and Campbell focus on a character or theme found in cultural and religious mythologies. Campbell argues that these timeless archetypes continue to have a powerful influence on the choices we make and the ways we live.

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The First Storytellers

Season 1 Episode 103 | 57m 43s | CC

Joseph Campbell explains how ancient myths bring humans to understand and accept birth, growth and death.

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