The Unexplained History of Saint Denis

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The Unexplained History of Saint Denis

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In this episode of Get Weird, Brittany Barbieri explores the eerie legend of Saint Denis, a Christian martyr in third-century Roman Gaul who, after being beheaded at Montmartre, allegedly picked up his severed head and walked six miles while preaching. She discusses the historical dangers faced by early Christians, the phenomenon of “cephalophores” (head-carrying saints), and similar legends surrounding other saints. Balancing skepticism with open-mindedness, Brittany reflects on these stories as powerful symbols of faith, resilience, and humanity’s enduring fascination with overcoming death.

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